KIMONO CON announces that the NAKAMISE Street event of OC Japan Fair will be held at OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 from October 18 to 20, 2024.

Regular admission is $10 in advance online and $12 at entrance, children 6 and under & over 65 are free.

Asakusa, a historic neighborhood located in Tokyo, is a popular tourist destination known for its unique blend of traditional and modern cultures.

The area is home to several important cultural landmarks, including the iconic Sensoji Temple and its imposing Kaminarimon Gate.

In this year, event's theme, "More of Asakusa!" promises to bring an authentic slice of Asakusa culture to guests.

In partnership with Tokyo Rickshaw, traditional rickshaws will traverse the fairgrounds, providing attendees with a unique glimpse into this iconic aspect of Asakusa culture. Additionally, three talented performers from Asakusa’s renowned popular theater Oshale Japan will travel to the U.S. to showcase their incredible skills at the NAKAMISE Street Stage.

The festivities will commence with an opening ceremony on the evening of October 18, featuring a special ribbon-cutting event to officially launch the fair.

Location: NAKAMISE St. by KIMONOCON at OC Japan Fair entrance area

Dates and Hours:
October 18 (Friday): 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
October 19 (Saturday): 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
October 20 (Sunday): 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Grand Sponsor: Kura Sushi USA

Vendors

N1      Omiso Miso Shop

N2      Bonten Trading - Pottery and Japanese goodies

N3      Orange County Bonsai Society - Bonsai Display

N4      Koala Tea - Tea leaf shop

N5      Tea ceremony Demonstration (Saturday Only)

N6      Shuji Nishimura Live art - Live Art (Saturday Only)

N7      Kintsugi LA x Faux Sweets Kintsugi x Faux Sweets

N8      Flash Calligraphy - Sho do Booth

N9      Kimonoyala - Kimono Shop

N10    Kimono Suishin - Kimono Shop

N11    Sogetsu Ikebana - Japanese flower arrangement

N12    Shoyu Drip - Japanese Clothing

N13    Mochimas - Mochi sweets

N14    Chafinity Tea House - Matcha latte

N15    Francium Chocolate - Chocolate

N16    Nakamise St. Rickshaw Station - Richshaw

N17    KIMONO CON Booth - Information

N18    MITA SKY + MITA KIMONO - Kimono Shop

N19    Yamato Kimono - Kimono Shop

N20    Dear Vanilla - Kimono Shop

Stage performance schedule

10/18/24 (Friday)
MC: Derek Mio: Actor, Comedian (Fourth generations of Japanese American)

5:20-5:40: Story of Sensoji Temple

5:45-6:15: Emily Kazuchiye Imazumi (Koto)

6:15-6:30: Opening Remarks

6:30-7:00: Mike Penny's Shamisen Experience

7:30-8:20: Oshale Japan from Asakusa

8:30-9:00: Michael Murata Piano (J-pop)

9:00-9:30: Tokyo Rickshaw

10/19/24 (Saturday)
MC: Derek Mio: Actor, Comedian (Fourth generations of Japanese American)

12:00-12:30: KIZUNA Taiko

12:30-1:00: Eleanor Dunbar (Violin)

1:00-1:45: Tea Ceremony

1:45-2:15: Ryujin Taiko and The Little Tokyo Dance Club

2:15-2:45: SHISHIGUMI LA

2:45-3:15: Sakura Kokumai Olympian Karate Demonstration

3:15-3:45: Katorishintoryu

3:45-4:30: Kimono Show "Halloween Parade"

4:45-5:30: Yoyoka Drum Show

5:30-6:10: Oshale Japan From Asakusa

6:20-7:20: Oiran Dochu (Procession of Courtesans) Photo Session

7:30-8:00: Mike Penny's Shamisen Experience

8:30-9:00: Tokyo Rickshaw

4/20/24 (Sunday)
MC: Derek Mio: Actor, Comedian (Fourth generations of Japanese American)

11:30~11:45: Tokyo Rickshaw

11:45~12:00: Shuji Nishimura Live art

12:00~12:30: Sogetsu Ikebana

12:30~1:30: West Coast Honu Sumo Demonstration

1:30~2:00: LA Kimono Club - Kimono show and Kitukemai

2:00~2:30: Fujima Kan Ayano Nihon Buyoh (Traditional Japanese Dance)

2:30-3:00: Sazan Yosakoi

3:00~4:00: Oshale Japan from Asakusa

4:10~4:40: Oiran Dochu (Procession of Courtesans) Photo Session

4:40~5:10: Akaoni Daiko

5:15~5:30: Tokyo Rickshaw