Kodomo no Hi Japan Festival is the largest Japanese festival in Adelaide, held annually since 1995. The festival is a celebration of the cultural and social links between the people of Japan and Australia. It is a great day for people of all ages and backgrounds to enjoy Japanese food, performances, martial arts, craft, music and much more!

Translated, Kodomo no Hi means ‘Children’s Day’ and is a Japanese national holiday which takes place on May 5 – the fifth day of the fifth month. It is a day set aside to respect children’s personalities and to celebrate their happiness.

Multi award-winning event, including the 2018 City of West Torrens Community Event of the Year award.

Featuring:

Japanese food and drinks · Performances · Music · Martial Arts · Maid Café · Games · Ikebana · Bonsai · Origami · Calligraphy · Kimono Wearing · Mochitsuki Demonstration · Tea Ceremony · Train Simulation · Retro Gaming · Handmade Goods · plus more!

Family Friendly · Free Parking · Come in Japanese costume

Access:

• Limited free parking available on the oval – enter from Ashwin Parade.
• Disabled parking available – enter from South Road.

Public transport from Adelaide CBD:

• Bus B10 bound for West Lakes – alight at Stop 6 on South Road.
• Bus 286/287/288 bound for Henley Beach – alight at Stop 5B on West Thebarton Road.