As spring arrives, Vancouver’s premier Japanese cultural event, Sakura Days Japan Fair 2025, is set to take place once again. Join us for a spectacular two-day celebration showcasing the beauty and traditions of Japan.

Experience the excitement of taiko drumming, take part in a traditional tea ceremony, dress in a yukata, sample premium sake, and watch live demonstrations of traditional crafts. Explore a diverse selection of food vendors and exhibitors offering authentic Japanese cuisine and artisanal goods.

This year, we are enhancing the festival experience with an increased number of food vendors, the return of the highly popular Yukata Dressing Tent, and the revival of the Floral Stage as a secondary performance venue. To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience, we are maintaining two entry gates and implementing timed ticket entry at the start of the day.

Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in Japanese culture and celebrate the beauty of spring.

Experience Japan Through Food, Culture, and Art

Sakura Days Japan Fair is a vibrant festival celebrating all things Japan. From Japanese food and drinks to music, performances, and art, this event offers an immersive experience of Japanese culture.

Visitors can participate in a traditional tea ceremony, try festival street food, sample premium sake, learn Japanese games, and enjoy a variety of cultural performances. Additionally, a wide selection of vendors and exhibitors will showcase local Japanese cuisine, crafts, and businesses.

Most activities will take place outdoors, while select vendors, tea ceremonies, and curated experiences will be held indoors. Attendees can look forward to taiko drumming, theater performances, woodworking demonstrations, and more.

What’s New This Year?

Building on the success of the past two years, this year’s event has been refined to enhance the experience.

• Increased food vendor numbers and the return of the highly popular Yukata Dressing Tent
• The Floral Stage is back as a second performance stage
• A smoother entry experience with two entry gates and timed ticket entry at the start of the day

This year’s event promises to be even more enjoyable and seamless.

Event Overview

Date
Saturday, April 12 & Sunday, April 13, 2025

Venue
Vandusen Botanical Garden

Time
Saturday, April 12: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Last admission at 5:30 PM)
Sunday, April 13: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Last admission at 4:30 PM)

Organizer
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Access Information

Venue Address

Vandusen Botanical Garden
5251 Oak St, Vancouver, BC V6M 4H1

By Train

• Take the Canada Line SkyTrain to Oakridge-41st Avenue Station
• Walk north for about 20 minutes
• Or take Bus #41 from the station and get off at Oak St stop

By Bus

• Take Bus #17 (Downtown-bound) and get off at Oak St @ 37th Ave
• Take Bus #41 (to UBC) and get off at Oak St

By Car

• Located at the intersection of Oak St and W 37th Ave
• Paid parking available ($7 for 4 hours, $11 per day)

Share Your Experience on Social Media

We would love to see your photos and posts from Sakura Days Japan Fair and Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival.

Tag Us

• @japanfair
• @vancherryblossomfest

Use Hashtags

• #SDJF
• #VanCherryBlossomFest

We look forward to seeing your event experiences.

Sakura Days Japan Fair 2025 offers a unique opportunity to experience Japan’s rich traditions and modern culture. Mark your calendars and join us for this unforgettable spring festival.