Matsuri '26
The Japan-America Society of Vermont
presented
A JAPANESE CULTURAL FESTIVAL
OF ARTS, CRAFTS, MUSIC, FOOD
South Burlington
High School
550 Dorset St
South Burlington, Vermont 05403
Sunday, September 20, 2026
11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Matsuri is possible only because of the enormous contributions of time, energy and talent made by our many volunteers. Our volunteers come from the surrounding communities. Many have traveled far to join us. They are not just Japanese and Americans, but people from other countries as well. They range from senior citizens to local high school students and students of the University of Vermont, Middlebury College, Saint Michael’s College, Champlain College, Essex High School and South Burlington High School. We owe them all many thanks and a generous round of applause.
Boot Participants
| One Day Consulate (Consulate General of Japan in Boston) | |
| Zen Archery | (Vermont Kyudo) |
| Bonsai | (Bonsai Society) |
| Gyotaku | (University of Vermont) |
| Origami | (Essex High School) |
| Tea Ceremony | (Consulate General of Japan in Boston) |
| Vermont Brass Ensemble | (University of Vermont) |
| Game of Go | (Vermont Go Club) |
| Calligraphy | (JASV) |
| Kimono Try-On | (JASV) |
| Kimono Sale | (JASV) |
| UVM Taiko | (University of Vermont) |
| Taiko Aikokai Taiko | (Taiko Aikokai New England) |
| Aikido | (Aikido of Champlain Valley) |
| Japanese Language Lesson | (JASV) |
| Tohcha | (Middlebury College) |
| Students from Tottori | (Essex High School) |
| Community Outreach | (JB Line, Boston) |
| Japanese Cuisine | (JASV) |
| Omiage Sale | (JASV) |
| T-Shirt / Manga Book Sale | (JASV) |
| e.t.c. | |
On-Stage Performances
Since it was a brainy day, some of performers such as Aikido presentation, Taiko drumming and Kudo demonstaration had a hard time to bring in Tatami, Taiko and Kyudo materials. Special thanks to them!!!
Master of Ceremony :
| Henry Boisvet | (UVM: 11-1) |
| Rachel Mitchell | (UVM: 1-3) |
| Mateo Russo | (UVM: 3-5) |
11:00 Opening with National Anthems of Japan and The USA
- Larry Solt et al (Former President of JASV)
11:10 Opening Remark
- Seiichiro Takahashi (Consul General of Japan in Boston)
- Toshiharu Saitoh (President of JASV)
11:25 Kamishibai (Momotaro)
- Robert Robbins (Vice Present of JASV)
11:55 Jazz of Japan and America
- Cam Lavallee (Member of JASV)
12:25 Vermont Brass Ensemble
- Larry Solt et al (University of Vermont)
12:55 UVM Taiko
- Yamaneko Club, Oren et al
1:25 Tea Ceremony
- Zoe Nugent (Consulate General of Japan in Boston)
1:55 Aikido Demonstration
- Benjamin Pincus et al (Aikido of Champlain Valley)
2:25 Taiko Performance
- Stuart Paton (Taiko Aikokai New England)
2:55 Zen Archery Performance
- Jack Stewart (Vermont Kyudo)
3:25 Bon Odori
- Yukari Doughery et al (Essex High School)
3:55 Japanese Pottery History
- Toshiharu Saitoh (President of JASV)
4:25 Manzai by Songs (President of JASV)
4:50 Closing Speech
- Robert Robbins (Vice Present of JASV)
4:55 Closing with Trumpet
- Larry Solt (Former President of JASV)
Master of Ceremony:
Opening with National Anthems of Japan and The U.S.
On-Stage Events
