Yo-yo Fishing
Catch your own colourful Japanese water yo-yo — a classic festival favourite.
WITH LOVE, JAPAN · AUCKLAND 2026
A Little Japanese Festival
for the Whole Family
Play, create, taste and experience Japan — right here in Auckland.
Saturday 21 November 2026
10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Panmure Community Hall
FREE ENTRY
No booking requiredfor general admission
FOR KIDS & FAMILIES
Let the Kids
Experience Japan.
Not just something to see.
Something to play, make and experience.
Give your children a little taste of a Japanese festival with hands-on activities they can enjoy in Auckland.
Uchiwa Fan Making
Decorate a Japanese-style fan and take your creation home with you.
Origami
Fold, create and discover the fun of traditional Japanese paper craft.
And More!
Look out for more simple, hands-on ways to discover Japanese culture on the day.
EXCLUSIVE HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS
Try Something
You Don’t Do Every Day.
Go deeper into Japanese culture in a welcoming, small-group session led by an experienced instructor. Beginners are welcome.
Advance booking required · Limited to 8 places per session
生け花 · IKEBANA
Japanese Flower
Arrangement
Discover balance, line and beauty as you create an arrangement of your own.
View Workshop ↗
書道 · CALLIGRAPHY
Write Your Name
in Kanji
Use brush and ink to create a personal piece of Japanese calligraphy.
View Workshop ↗
茶道 · TEA CEREMONY
Whisk Your
Own Matcha
Prepare and enjoy your own bowl of matcha with a Japanese sweet.
View Workshop ↗EAT · BROWSE · DISCOVER
More of Japan
to Enjoy.
Come for the activities. Stay for the flavours, beautiful finds and friendly community.
01
Japanese Food
Enjoy Japanese flavours while you explore the event.
02
Unique Finds
Browse handmade creations and Japanese-inspired products.
03
Local Community
Meet makers, businesses and people connected with Japan.
ACCESS & EVENT DETAILS
See You
in Panmure.
DATESaturday, 21 November 2026
TIME10:00 AM–1:00 PM
VENUEPanmure Community Hall
7–13 Pilkington Road, Auckland
7–13 Pilkington Road, Auckland
FREE ENTRY
No booking for general admission.
Some activities have a separate fee.
VENUEPanmure Community Hall
GOOD TO KNOW
Before
You Come.
Quick answers for an easy, enjoyable day.
Is entry free?
Yes. General admission is free. Some kids' activities and all Exclusive Workshops have a separate participation fee.
Do I need to book?
No booking is required to attend the event. Exclusive Workshops have limited spaces and should be booked in advance.
Is the event suitable for children?
Yes. With Love, JAPAN is family-friendly, with Japanese festival activities designed for children and families to enjoy together.
Can children join the workshops?
Yes, depending on the workshop. Age requirements and full details are available on each Workshop page.
Do I need to speak Japanese?
Not at all. Everyone is welcome and no Japanese language ability is required.
How can I contact the organiser?
Email us at with.love.japan.chch@gmail.com.
FREE ENTRY · SATURDAY, 21 NOVEMBER 2026
Come and Experience
a Little Piece of Japan.
10:00 AM–1:00 PM · Panmure Community Hall, Auckland
No booking required for general admission.