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Yōkai Parade
October 5 @ 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm
Begins at RC • Ends at MTC
Yokai Parade
Join the mystical magic of the Yokai Parade at the KC Japan Festival, where everyone is invited to embrace their inner demon!
In homage to the legendary 百鬼夜行 (“Night Parade of One Hundred Demons”), this enchanting event welcomes participants of all ages and creativity levels to don their best Yokai-inspired attire. Whether you’re sporting a simple mask or showcasing an elaborate cosplay, your presence will help bring to life a procession of mythical beings and eerie Yokai spirits. Step into the world of Japanese folklore and let your Yokai spirit shine in this captivating celebration of tradition and imagination!
Want to Join In the Parade?
Don your Yokai mask or costume and meet up with Hidden Ninja Taiko (HNT) on the lawn between the Regnier Center and MTC by 4:45 pm. Learn some simple Obon dance steps (optional). Members of HNT will guide parade participants around the outdoor festival areas and ultimately to the MTC lobby and up onto the stage of Yardley Hall. There, at 5:30, participants will join the Kizuna Dance group in a simple circle obon dance much to the audience’s delight! Spirits will be appeased and receive a happy send- off never to haunt again….until next year!
For more information please visit “All Things Yokai”.