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2025
Matsuri Brisbane
Sat 6 September 2025
Whites Hill State College @ Camp Hill
MATSURI MISSION
MATSURI MISSION
The annual Matsuri is a place where the wider community can embrace the spirit of our Brisbane Japanese community and to be an event which demonstrates the vibrancy of our local Japanese community now and into the future. The Matsuri is an opportunity for the wider community to learn more about Japanese culture and be involved in our Japanese community.
MATSURI VISION
MATSURI VISION
To establish a unique and sustainable event designed to encourage participation and inspire engagement with the local Japanese community.
Where passions spark and connections grow
Celebrate the Spirit of Japan in Brisbane
Celebrate the Spirit of Japan in Brisbane
Matsuri Brisbane is a joyful celebration of Japanese culture in Brisbane.
From the timeless beauty of tradition to the energy of pop culture, our festival offers hands-on experiences for all ages.
Whether you're reconnecting with your heritage or discovering something new,
this is a place where curiosity turns into inspiration — and fun is always just around the corner.
2024 HIGHLIGHT
One of Australia’s largest Japanese cultural festivals!
Over 18,000 visitors
Nearly 100 stalls
Around 200 volunteers
Over 50 performances
NEWS
Aug 27, 2025
Follow Matsuri Brisbane on our official social media and receive a free uchiwa (Japanese fan)!
Follow Matsuri Brisbane on our official social media and receive a free uchiwa (Japanese fan)!
May 27, 2025
Join us in carrying the Mikoshi!! By The Japanese Society of Gold Coast inc.
Join us in carrying the Mikoshi!! By The Japanese Society of Gold Coast inc.
2025 SPONSORS
Our Amazing Sponsors
Our heartfelt gratitude goes to those who believe in our vision.
Our heartfelt gratitude goes to those who believe in our vision.
Discover the supporters behind the scenes.
Discover the supporters behind the scenes.
2025 ONLINE RAFFLE
Wanna get airways return flight ticket to Japan?
Get ready for a chance to win experiences, vouchers, and unforgettable gifts celebrating the best of Japanese culture
Get ready for a chance to win experiences, vouchers, and unforgettable gifts celebrating the best of Japanese culture
Thanks you to the generous support of our sponsors and contributors
Thanks you to the generous support of our sponsors and contributors
Check out the incredible prizes you could win the generous support of our sponsors and contributors!
Check out the incredible prizes you could win the generous support of our sponsors and contributors!
✈️ Eva Airways
Vouchers for Eva Airways return flight ticket to Japan. You can choose the destination in Japan anywhere!
🏨 YOTEL Tokyo
Complimentary Accommodation Voucher: Staying three nights at First Class King Room inclusive of daily breakfast for two
✈️ Eva Airways
Vouchers for Eva Airways return flight ticket to Japan. You can choose the destination in Japan anywhere!
🏨 YOTEL Tokyo Complimentary Accommodation Voucher: Staying three nights at First Class King Room inclusive of daily breakfast for two
🏝 MUJINTO PROJECT Escape the ordinary and spend an unforgettable 1 night / 2 days on your very own private island, just off the coast of Aichi Prefecture.
🔪 Most Japan Corporation Experience Making a One-of-a-Kind Damascus Knife in a Town with 800 Years of Blade-Making History (for 2 people)
🍣 Sushi Train • $300 prize (1 winner) • $200 prize (1 winner) • $50 vouchers x10
🎨 TTHB Pty Ltd • One-hour origami workshop (x3) – $150 value each • Two-hour group origami workshop (up to 5 people) – $250 • Karate lesson pass – 15-class voucher ($300+)
🌿 Samurai Reiki • 10 x vouchers (each includes two 15-min healing sessions)
🐙Rolli Polli Takoyaki - 10 x $10 vouchers
🍱 HIROMESHI – $50 Meal Voucher
🍗 Bird’s Nest Restaurant – $100 dining vouchers
WORKSHOP EVENT
SUMI - E INK PAINTING
SUMI - E INK PAINTING
Discover the elegance of Japanese ink painting at our Sumi-e Workshop during Matsuri Brisbane 2025!
In this 30-minute session, you’ll learn to paint Ayu fish and willow tree on a traditional fan with step-by-step guidance—ideal for beginners and art lovers.
To ensure a quality experience, only four sessions will be held this year, each limited to 16 participants (①11:30–12:00, ②12:15–12:45, ③13:00–13:30, ④13:45–14:15).
Tickets are $18 and include all materials. At the end of the workshop, you can take home your hand-painted fan as a unique keepsake.
Spaces are limited—reserve your spot today from the link below 👇
CHADO
CHADO
Japanese tea ceremony workshops will be provided by Hakuunan Brisbane
Time: ①11:30-12:15, ②12:30-13:15 & ③13:30-14:15. After a brief explanation and tea demonstration, the participants will get to have small dry sweets and make their own tea.
$20 including small dry sweets and Matcha tea. 20 participants for each session.
Please make sure to buy collect tickets as we will not accept any cancellations or refund.
①11:30-12:15 Matsuri Brisbane 2025 CHADO Workshop
②12:30- 13:15 Matsuri Brisbane 2025 CHADO Workshop:
③13:30 - 14:15 Matsuri Brisbane 2025 CHADO Workshop:
CALLIGRAPHY
CALLIGRAPHY
Please join us Japanese Calligraphy Workshop!
You will learn basic calligraphy techniques and create your own one-of-a-kind piece to take home. We'll begin with basic brush strokes, move on to writing a character of your choice. Finally, you'll write your name and affix a special seal to it. Beginners are welcome!
Booking is required via EM: jpnworkshop23@gmail.com including your name and session time (①11:30-12:00 ②12:45-13:15 ③13:30-14:00 ④14:15-14:45 ⑤15:00-15:30)
2025 EVENT PROGRAM
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Pick yours up at any Information Centre on the day.
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