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Japanese Festival

The annual Japanese Festival returns to Central Square Menlyn Maine this weekend.

As always, the festival features cultural exhibits and presentations, as well as Japanese martial arts demonstrations. On 6 June, the festival hosts a special live screening event of Japan vs SA women’s soccer match at 8.50am.

The schedule features workshops, tea ceremonies, anime after hours, specials, J-pop culture merchandise for sale and much more. Workshops include origami, sip & paint and sushi demonstrations. Workshops must be booked in advanced and cost R350 upwards.


Date: 5 to 7 June 2026

Time: 10am to 4pm daily

Price: Free entry


Venue address: Central Square Menlyn Maine, 180 Amarand Ave, Waterkloof Glen, Pretoria

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes

Accessibility details: The Menlyn Maine venue is wheelchair accessible.


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1291195013173295/1291195033173293/