11 am to 5 pm

Torrance Sister City Association (TSCA) presents its 45th annual Bunka-Sai Japanese Cultural Festival. This annual event features authentic demonstrations of Japanese dance, koto and shakuhachi music, traditional vocal music, taiko drums, shodo calligraphy, and origami. Enjoy colorful Okinawa taiko & dance exhibition and martial arts performances such as kendo, judo, aikido and naginata and a kimono talk. Beautiful ikebana (flower arranging) and bonsai and Girl’s Day dolls on display. Kamishibai Japanese story-telling in English and Japanese both days. Games and crafts for kids. A fun and educational event for families and the community.

Cost: Free admission and free parking. Japanese sweets (mochi & Okinawa dango doughnut) and tasty food; yakisoba noodles, curry rice, spam musubi and BBQ plate lunches available for purchase.

*Games and crafts for kids.*
A great event for families and the community.