The Japan-America Society of Rhode Island is celebrating the 40th Black Ships Festival, a weekend of arts, culture, and fun in honor of the friendship and cultural ties between
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The Japan-America Society of Rhode Island is celebrating the 40th Black Ships Festival, a weekend of arts, culture, and fun in honor of the friendship and cultural ties between Japan and the United States. This year’s festival will feature a variety of free, family-friendly cultural events, including taiko drumming, martial arts, and other traditional Japanese arts. There will also be a Cultural Marketplace Fair with shows, local vendors selling food, crafts, and souvenirs. In addition to the free events, tickets are on sale now for the Black Ships Festival Gala at Ochre Court and two Newport Harbor Sushi & Sake Sails.
WHERE: Newport and Bristol, RI
WHEN: Friday, Aug. 11 through Sunday, Aug. 13, 2023
COST: Varies; several events free
MORE INFO: www.jasri.org
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