2017 Sakura Days – Japan Fair at VanDusen Botanical Garden

2017/4/14
Opening remarks by Consul General Okai
Customary sake barrel opening ceremony
  On April 8 and 9, whimsical spring weather didn’t deter crowds from attending Sakura Days – Japan Fair where the Consulate booth greeted attendees with information about travel to Japan, scholarships, exchange opportunities, and a cultural display celebrating the cherry blossom season.
 
The traditional tea ceremony is served
Promoting one of Japan’s favourite drinks, sake
Japanese performing artists
Consul General Okai and Cherry Festival Director Linda Poole