
Bring Your Appetite and Raise a 'Masu!' — The Spirit of Japan Returns by Popular Demand!
This unique outdoor event, featuring Japanese street and festival food and Japanese spirits, will light up Sakura Square on
September 12th, 13th, and 14th, 2025.
The event is presented by Colorado nonprofit Sakura Foundation and Japan Taste Marketing. In 2024, its inaugural year, the event brought together a unique group of vendors who highlighted traditional and contemporary aspects of Japanese cuisine and spirits. The sold out weekend was packed with those who love and/or were curious about Japanese food, treats, spirits, and culture.

Here is a sampling of the mouth- watering food that will be available at Spirit of Japan, in addition to a wide variety of premium Japanese spirit options:
- Kaki-Gori: fluffy shaved ice
- Baby Castella: golden-crusted mini sponge cakes with a hint of sweetness
- Yakitori: Skewered, grilled, and juicy chicken pieces
- Sweet Cream Pan: golden-brown Japanese pastry filled with smooth, rich custard
- Udon: noodle delicacy served in a savory, light broth
- Osakana Zangi: unique blend of fried chicken with fish
- Yakisoba: stir-fried noodles bursting with umami flavors
- Takoyaki: golden, battered fried octopus balls, drizzled with tangy sauce


Several ticket options are available with staggered entry times, and kids aged 10 and younger are admitted for free!
The event has increased its footprint to include Larimer Street as well as a larger dining and stage area. Keep an eye out for special presentations throughout the weekend!
Spirit of Japan takes place at Sakura Square
in downtown Denver on:
Friday, September 12
from 6 pm - 1 0 pm
Saturday, september 13
from 11 am - 9 pm
sunday, september 14
from 11 am - 5 pm

Information & Tickets:
Volunteers are welcome!
Each valued volunteer will receive FREE parking for their shift, an SOJ t-shirt, and two FREE food items!
Sign up TODAY at
http://tiny.cc/SOJ2025

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