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Event Report: JCS Japan Festival in Chatswood 2026

JCS Japan Festival Exhibiter: (From left: Ren Yano, Tae Gessner, Yukisuke and Kazuko Chalker )
JCS Japan Festival Exhibiter: (From left: Ren Yano, Tae Gessner, Yukisuke and Kazuko Chalker )

The JCS Japan Festival—an annual spring tradition—was held once again in Chatswood. With the number of Australian tourists visiting Japan surpassing the one-million mark last year, we spoke with organizers and exhibitors about shifting levels of interest in Japan, the significance of the festival, and future expectations.


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The JCS Japan Festival—an annual spring tradition—was held once again in Chatswood. With the number of Australian tourists visiting Japan surpassing the one-million mark last year, we spoke with organizers and exhibitors about shifting levels of interest in Japan, the significance of the festival, and future expectations.


Byron Taiko
Opening performance was the drumming by Byron Taiko

Calligraphy Performance by ren club
Calligraphy Performance by ren club

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