This year marks the 31st annual Nikkei Matsuri. Back in 1976 the City of San Jose approached the Japanese-American community and asked them to hold an event, which became the Nikkei Matsuri. I wonder if they thought it would grow to be so BIG?
This festival raises money for local not-for-profit organizations. We eat--they benefit! This year's food booths and participating organizations include:
| Food Items | Organization |
|---|---|
| Spam Musubi | Community Youth Service (CYS) |
| BBQ Ribs Water |
Venturing Scouts |
| Teriyaki Burgers Water Soda |
Cub Scout Pack 611 |
Ice Cream |
Japanese Language School |
| Strawberry Shortcake Water |
West Valley JACL |
| Chicken Salad | Nisei Ski Club |
| Gyoza (5 pieces) Water |
Sister Cities |
| Bota Mochi | Buddhist Women's Association |
Udon |
San Jose Buddhist Judo Club |
| Ika Plate Iced Tea |
San Jose JACL |
Tempura |
NC Kendo Federation (San Jose website) |
| Teriyaki Chicken Fried Rice |
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9970 |
| Yaki Soba Soda |
Wesley United Methodist Church |
| Shaved Ice Soda |
Wesley CAF |
| Manju Hot Tea |
YJA |