Japanese Film & Food Festival
Schedule
Sat May 09 2026 at 10:00 am to 03:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
4895 Bella Vista Road, Vernon, BC, Canada | Vernon, BC
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🇯🇵 Japanese Food & Film Festival 🎬🍱Join us for a day of culture, community, and delicious Japanese food!
📅 Saturday, May 9, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Vernon Japanese Cultural Centre
4895 Bella Vista Rd, Vernon, BC
🎬 Featured Short Film: ITADAKIMASU
🕚 Screenings at 11:00 AM & 2:00 PM
A heartfelt short film exploring the meaning of food, gratitude, and connection in Japanese culture.
✨ Special Feature:
English subtitles were translated by students from the Vernon Japanese Heritage School, making this a truly local and meaningful project.
🍙 FREE Activities (All Ages Welcome!)
DIY Onigiri (Rice Ball) Making
Origami: Chopstick Holders
Chopstick Challenge
And more!
🥢 More to Enjoy
Oka Taiko Drumming Performance at 1:30 PM
Handcrafted Chopsticks for Sale (perfect Mother’s Day gift!)
🍱 Authentic Japanese Food Available
Onigiri
Sushi
Karaage
Savory buns
Matcha lattes
Cake rolls
🎟️ Admission
$10 / Adult
$5 / Child (ages 5–12)
Bring your friends and family and experience the warmth of Japanese culture right here in Vernon 💚
We can’t wait to welcome you!
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