

Sun 12 Apr
|The Mount Without
Bristol Cultural Showcase
A vibrant celebration of Japanese culture at The Mount Without, Bristol — live performances, market stalls, food, crafts, and workshops. 12 April, 10am–5.15pm.
Time & Location
12 Apr 2026, 10:00 – 17:30
The Mount Without, The Mount Without, Upper Church Ln, Bristol BS2 8FN, UK
About the event
We are back at The Mount Without for another year!
Join us for a wonderful programme of Japanese performance art, market stalls, food, drink, and a blend of traditional and modern cultural experiences.
TWO ROOMS TO EXPLORE
Visit the main hall for mouth-watering hot food by Daikan, stunning cakes and hot drinks by Sugarcane Studio, trader stalls, fun workshops and activities, and an array of live performances on the main stage.
Go downstairs to the Crypt for more trader stalls, a Majhong workshop, a bar for cold drinks, and a chance to experience shiatsu massage and the art of kintsugi*.
*book your kintsugi experience via https://www.clarakintsugi.com/book-online
You do not require a ticket to the showcase to take part in the kintsugi workshop.
STAGE PROGRAMME
~ Morning Session opens 10am~
10.30: Taiko drum welcome!
11.00: Children's Anime Songs
11.30: Ninja performance
12.00: Okoto (traditional string instrument)
12.30: Live Shodo (calligraphy performance)
13.00: Raffle announcement
13.15 - 14.15: Break- Main hall closed for reset. Crypt open for shopping and workshops
~ Afternoon Session opens 14.15~
14.30: Taiko drum welcome!
15.00: Kimono fashion show
15.30: J-Pop performance
16.00: Break dance performance
16.30: Shamisen (traditional string instrument)
17.00 Raffle announcement
Event closes: 17.15
Book your tickets on Bristol Japanese Cultural Showcase 2026
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