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Sakura Matsuri – Japanese Street Festival
When
Saturday, April 11
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Where
Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Pennsylvania Ave NW between 3rd and 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004 →Downtown DC
Cost $20-30
Social
★★★★★
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The nation's largest Japanese cultural festival, stretching two days across Pennsylvania Avenue NW. Features 24+ hours of entertainment including J-Pop, traditional dance, martial arts demos, sushi, sake, ramen, handmade crafts, cosplay contests, and a sake tasting pavilion.
Why go?
One of the best outdoor festivals of the spring — authentic Japanese food, cosplay, sumo demos, and endless performances. Go Saturday to beat the Sunday crowds.
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Source: National Cherry Blossom Festival