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2008 Aki Matsuri Information The 11th Annual Aki Matsuri |
| When: |
Saturday,
September 6 (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.) and
Sunday, September 7 (11 a.m. - 5 p.m.), 2008 |
| Place: |
Bellevue Community College Main Campus [directions] 3000 Landerholm Circle SE, Bellevue, WA 98007 G (Gymnasium), L, N, and R-Building [campus map] |
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Admission and Parking are Free! (Please note that some workshops/lectures/seminar require pre-registration and fee.) |
| Japan comes to the Bellevue Community College (BCC) for a weekend! A two-day program of Japanese cultural and educational events for all ages! Now, the ENMA Board and Aki Matsuri Team members are putting the 2008 programs together. More information with an ever-increasing level of detail will be forthcoming as the program and plans develop. Please check our website from time to time to follow our progress. This year's Aki Matsuri features the Martial Arts of Japan. |
Iwami Toshio Harukatsu Sohke in front of Kokura Castle |
Our "Guest Artist from Japan Program" brings the 11th Headmaster
of the Hyôhô Niten Ichi-ryû, Iwami
Toshio Harukatsu Sohke. Hyoho Niten Ichi-ryu was founded by the famed Japanese swordsman, Miyamoto Musashi (1584-1645) about 400 years ago. Iwami Sohke will give two (2) Embu demonstrations, conduct a lecture on Hyoho Niten Ichi-ryu and Miyamoto Musashi, and conduct a seminar during the Aki Matsuri weekend. Don't miss this unique opportunity to meet Iwami Sohke and learn about one of the most distinctive ancient Martial Arts of Japan! * * *
In addition to the featured Embu, lecture and seminar
presented by Iwami Sohke; the Aki Matsuri Martial Arts Manager &
Team are delighted to present a very exciting program of many Japanese
Martial Art demonstrations by local dojo members.
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But, don't miss the Exhibits, Performing Arts, Workshops, Nomi-no-Ichi (Japanese flea market), Yatai (food stalls), raffle drawing, etc. Where else can you shop, eat, and browse so many diverse and interesting family activities in one location? Yes, there really is something for everyone! The matsuri is an excellent opportunity to experience some of Japan's rich culture heritage! |
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