The Matsuri Returns for 2026!

Japanese Summer Festival 2026
Sunday 28th June from 10.00am

The Palm House, Sefton Park Liverpool, L17 1AP
Free to attend!

The popular joint JSNW and JET Alumni Association NW Summer Matsuri returns again for 2026!

Last year the Matsuri was hosted at the prestigious Palm House in Sefton Park for the first time, and we are again delighted to bring this summer of celebration back to Sefton Park this year!

We are excited to showcase traditional and contemporary Japanese culture in the Northwest, and this event is absolutely free for everyone to attend!

You can once again expect to see fantastic koto (Japanese harp) and taiko performances, as well as martial arts, kimono, ikebana, crafts, and much more!

Come and take part in activities, watch talented musicians and enjoy authentic Japanese food, all while enjoying the beauty of the impressive and historic Palm House.

This event is sponsored by The Great Britain Sasakawa Foundation, The Japan Society London, and Lexus Liverpool with support from the Embassy of Japan in the UK.