Japanese Summer Festival
"Natsu nandesu" 2024
「夏なんです。」

Experience Japan’s Summer Festival at Ooki Pavillon on 17.08. & 18.08.24.

Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of a Japanese summer festival. Featuring traditional "Taiko drumming" and "Bon Odori" dance and more! This festival promises a memorable summer experience for all.


Dates:
Sat 17.08. & Sun 18.08.2024

Time:
Sat      12:00 - 22:00 
Sun     12:00 - 21:00

Location:
Ooki Pavillon
Badenerstrasse 457
8003 Zürich




Main Events

Taiko Drumming by Taiko Zurich 

Feel the power of traditional Japanese Taiko drumming! With two performances and a workshop on the 17th, immerse yourself in the dynamic rhythms that resonate through the festival.

Bon Odori Dance

Join the traditional Bon Odori dance on the 18th, Performance is held three times during the day. 

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned dancer, everyone is welcome to join the circle and experience this beautiful Japanese summer tradition.

Live Music and Performances

Enjoy Blues, Bossa and Jazz Standard in Japanese by Jazz Quartett “Late Release”, and Guitar performances that capture the essence of 90s Japan.

 DJ sets will also keep the atmosphere lively throughout the festival.



Program Highlights

17.8.  (Saturday)

  • Taiko Zurich Performance
  • Japanese 80s,90s Guitar Live and funky nostalgic DJ corner
  • Mochitsuki (Rice Pounding)
  • Karaoke Booth
  • Robotic Magic Show
  • SHOWA-Breeze DJ evening hours in Snack-Bar Style

18.8  (Sunday)

  • Jazz Quartett “Late Release”, Blues, Bossa and Jazz Standard in Japanese
  • Bon Odori Performance and Bon Odori for us ALL!
  • Shinobue-Bamboo Flute Live
  • Robotic Magic Show
  • Japanese 90th sound by DJ Toru
  • Spicy Ramen Contest


Market Stands

Food and Drink Stands:
Full of Japanese summer festival delicacies

Takoyaki, Onigiri, Yakitori, Nikuman, Japanese Sweets, Okonomiyaki, Japanese-French sweets, Sandwich, Gyoza, Bento…  

Sake, Matcha drinks and various Japanese and fusion drinks for children and adults.

Ooki Pavillon’s signature dish Ramen is also back this year! 


Product Stands:
Find Japanese handmade crafts and selected design products 

Japanese handcrafts, Design products, Handmade origami works, Selected Japanese stationery and art supplies, analogue collage Arts, Skincare, Anime figures, Manga, Books, Upcycled Kimono and accessories.



Attractions and Workshops

Tea ceremony Demonstration 

details and registration:haraiso.ch/events


Workshops

Taiko Workshop ( 15:30 on Saturday 17.8.) 

Registration: taikozuerich.ch/workshops/

Japanese Knife Sharpening and Miso Workshop - Festival Version by Haraiso 

Registration: haraiso.ch/events


Attractions

Water yo-yo fishing, Japanese Face masks, Origami and Calligraphy for “Tanabata”-Star Festival decorations, Japanese classical toys, Taketonbo-Bamboo Dragonfly, Kendama,

Japanese Library by Mimibunko …etc.

Join us for a unique experience of Japanese

culture and festivities! 

★★★

For the guests who participate in Yukata and Happi, Cosplay,

One free drink will be provided by Ooki Pavillon Bar!


The Festival takes place in all weathers.



More details and information 

Frau Mond    www.fraumond.ch



Update on 9.8.2024



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