From Tokyo to Manchester: Weekend Festival

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A colourful poster of green and purple with the text "From Tokyo" at the top and "To Manchester" at the bottom.
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Celebrate Japan Week’s 50th anniversary with ‘From Tokyo to Manchester’, a weekend festival at esea contemporary.

Enjoy live music at The White Hotel, moving image screenings from Tokyo’s Mori Art Museum, and a hands-on Ikebana flower arranging workshop.

With boundary-pushing sounds, thought-provoking films, Japanese flavours and creative activities, the festival brings the energy and imagination of Tokyo right into Manchester.

Take the chance to explore, discover and be inspired by Japan’s contemporary culture.

Plan your visit

Market buildings, Thomas Street
Manchester,
Greater Manchester,
M4 1EU

Tuesday - Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 12pm-5pm. Closed on Monday and bank holidays.

Mon
Closed
Tue
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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