Japan Foundation kicks off 'Matsuri' the festival in Los Angeles

Published August 31, 2017 12:02 PM PDT

The Japan Foundation is sharing the culture and heritage of Japan with a free festival Thursday night, featuring live music, food and drinks.

Attendees can try on traditional summer kimonos and get their photos taken as a part of the celebration. FOX 11's Sandra Endo got to check it out!

The "matsuri" or festival is 5 to 8 p.m. at the Japan Foundation Los Angeles, located at 5700 Wilshire Boulevard.

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