Japan Matsuri

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Just came across this. It sounds interesting and I hope they have takoyaki...
http://japanmatsuri.com/

SATURDAY 19th September 2009
10.00- 20.00
Spitalfields [Map]

(Tube: Liverpool Street / Aldgate / Aldgate East)



Join us in celebration of Japan and its rich culture, arts & crafts as we welcome the Autumn season at one of London’s most vibrant markets! Situated in the heart of the city, Spitalfields offers a unique spot for East to meet West.

Whether you are a londoner, missing home or have a bit of curiosity, this will be a fantastic opportunity for you to experience some of the most exciting entertainment in London, delight in exquisite Wa-shoku (Japanese cuisine) and get involved in as many interactive arts & crafts events as you can think of throughout the day.



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[JAPAN MATSURI 2009]

Stalls:
Food & Drinks
Crafts & Others

Performances (Schedule):
Main Stage
Canopy Stage
Martial Arts Stage

Events:
Activities
Exhibition (Competition for Visual Artists)
Photo Competition
 
Saw this on Sonia's blog.

I'm gonna cycle down to this. Will get there for 10ish, have a quick look round and hopefully take a few photos, but then I have to be off sharpish for the Chelsea match. :(
 
Well, I for one didn't know this sort of thing happened in this little town. It seems geared towards Japanophiles more so than anime fans though. Still, I might as well have a quick look.
 
Bumping for this year's even on the 18th... even though there's only like a 10% chance I will have the Saturday off and be able to go. :(

What was it like last year, anyone who went?
 
ilmaestro said:
What was it like last year, anyone who went?
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Wonderful, though every single stall ran out of food by the end and the queue for takoyaki in particular was a frenzied bloodbath from the very second they made the first batch. We turned up early which turned out to be a wise move as the crowds later on were too much.

The performances were all very interesting, and the live show by Frank Chickens was especially hilarious. I thought it was well worth the train fare.

R
 
Given its popularity I forsee every other stall selling takoyaki this time to join in the lucrative opportunity :)

They promise more stalls this time, which an only be a good thing.

R
 
I'm going again, just to have lunch and then I'm off to see Ozzfest. Anyone want to join me for takoyaki?

Even though it's fake takoyaki (it was fried!)
 
chaos said:
I'm going again, just to have lunch and then I'm off to see Ozzfest. Anyone want to join me for takoyaki?

Even though it's fake takoyaki (it was fried!)
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I'll drop you a text, :thumb: but as for eating takoyaki....i'm not sure, does the octopus taste rubbery? will i feel sick afterwards?

(might just play it safe and eat some ramen)
 
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