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2022 Otsukimi Moon Viewing Festival
Saturday, September 10, 2022 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Free
Our popular Otsukimi program returns to Frisco!
Our 23rd annual Otsukimi will return to its normal in-person September schedule for the first time since 2019. This event has become one of the region’s largest Japanese cultural celebrations. Festivities include musical performances, haiku readings, vendors selling Japanese food and collectibles, themed art and family-friendly activities.
Looking to become more involved? We are searching for volunteers, vendors, and sponsors. Please see links below:
Vendor Registration
* Vendor applications are currently closed – please contact us at info@jasdfw.org if you still have interest
Print Sponsorship Form
*Sponsorship commitments due by Monday, August 22 (updated, previously 8/31)
Become a Sponsor Online
*Sponsorship commitments due by Monday, August 22 (updated, previously 8/31)
The south entrance of Frisco Square Boulevard, between Church Street and Library Street,
will be closed to traffic.
For parking, we recommend the Frisco City Hall Garage at 6100 Page Street.
Please see additional information at https://www.friscosquare.com/parking.
Activities & Vendors
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Bobaddiction (boba tea and refreshing drinks)
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Booths featuring items from 99 Ranch Market, H-E-B, and Teso Life
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Crow Museum and University of Texas at Dallas cultural activity booths
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Family Zone guided activities, including origami, calligraphy, and rabbit ear hats
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F&F Food Truck (Japanese and Asian fusion cuisine)
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Good Times Donut (Japanese-themed donuts)
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The Good Toaster Creative (anime-inspired artwork and stickers)
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Ikebana International Dallas Chapter 13 (Japanese floral arrangements)
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Japanese snacks and woodblock prints by James Leavings
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J Wok Food Kitchen food truck (Asian fusion cuisine)
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Kawaii Chikkie (Japanese-themed plush, stickers, and apparel)
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KIKI Japan (Japanese-inspired clothing and accessories)
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Magical You Craft Store (Japanese-themed jewelry and collectibles)
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MBFLYnagasaki (Japanese scarves, purses, earrings, and bracelets)
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Miki Bread and Crafts (Japanese-inspired baked goods and handmade crochet items)
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Mister Moto Shave Ice
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Mitsuwa Marketplace (cheesecake, drinks, packaged snacks)
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Miyabi Art (Japanese visual arts)
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Musubimaru (むすび丸, Japanese mascot for City of Sendai and Miyagi Prefecture)
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Official 2022 Otsukimi t-shirts available for sale
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Pixiemancer
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Sendai informational area to celebrate 25th anniversary of Dallas-Sendai International Friendship Cities Agreement
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Spin Sushi food truck (Japanese and Asian fusion cuisine)
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Sweet Recipes (Japanese desserts and sweet treats)
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Thousand Cranes
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Tsukimi Dango (Japanese sweet rice dumplings) and ITO EN green tea
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Zen Art Calligraphy (traditional and modern designs)
Performers and Demonstrations
| 7:00 PM | Opening Remarks Tammy Meinershagen, Frisco City Council |
| 7:05 PM | Dallas Kiyari Daiko (Japanese Drums) |
| 7:25 PM | Welcome Remarks MC – Amy Hofland, Crow Museum of Asian Art of The University of Texas at Dallas |
| 7:30 PM | Dallas Sumo Club (Japanese wrestling demonstration) |
| 8:00 PM | Plano Kendo Dojo (Japanese martial arts) |
| 8:20 PM | Haiku Activity Introduction led by Amy Hofland |
| 8:30 PM | DFW Bon Odori Fun Group (summer festival dance) |
| 8:50 PM | Haiku Activity with Amy Lewis Hofland |
| 9:15 PM | Stan Richardson and Mujuan Dojo (Shakuhachi Bamboo Flute Ensemble) |
| 9:50 PM | Closing Remarks by Amy Hofland & Paul Pass, JASDFW |
| NOTE | Chado Urasenke Tankokai (Japanese Tea Ceremony) Will take place 2-3 times during evening near vendor and activities space – see event map for location |
Please note that cash withdrawal via ATM might be challenging at Frisco Square. We strongly recommend bringing cash to the event, as well as debit/credit cards, for payment.
Past Otsukimi Moon Viewing Festivals
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2019 video recap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9ySbR8eiTk
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2019 article: https://jasdfw.org/blog/20th-annual-otsukimi-moon-viewing-festival-marks-an-exciting-new-chapter-in-the-events-history/
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2020 video (entire online program): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_11ypsn1Zdo
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2021 video recap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j7dMADl1ILI
*Click on the video below to see highlights from last year
Presenting Sponsor
Program Partner
Pavilion Sponsor –
Family Zone
Pavilion Sponsor –
Taste of Japan Pavilion
Pavilion Sponsor –
Performance and Demonstration Stage
Community Sponsors
Altair Global
H-E-B
McDonald’s USA LLC
In-Kind Donors
Absopure Water Group
ITO EN (North America) INC.
The Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth is a Texas non-profit corporation qualified under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.