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Japan Festival takes to Hermann Park this weekend

The Japan Festival featured demonstrations of traditional Japanese arts, such as martial arts, dances and vocal performances during the two-day event at Hermann Park. | Catherine Lara/The Daily Cougar

Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arrangement, is one of aspect of Japanese culture attendees will get to see for themselves. | File photo/The Cougar

Houston’s 22nd annual Japan Festival will give attendees a taste of Japanese and Japanese-American culture Saturday and Sunday at Hermann Park.

The day-long events include a puppet show and a performance with taiko, which are traditional Japanese drums. A cosplay contestĀ for free airfare to Japan will also be held.

The festival will also host an assortment of Japanese food vendors. The event is free to attend.

As of this time, there has been no cancellation or delay due to possibly inclement weather.

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