Indonesia has a lot of Japanese fans. Although there are not many Japanese visitors come to Indonesia or make a living, still many Indonesia peoples admiring the Japanese culture and festival. Not only Japanese anime and manga are well accepted here, but also every kinds of Japanese food, fashion, and Japan festival (matsuri). One of the biggest Japanese event held in Indonesia is Little Tokyo Ennichisai.

Little Tokyo Ennichisai (縁日祭) is an event that aims to bring back the the image of the region Blok M in South Jakarta to Little Tokyo or Japan Town.

Blok M, at South Jakarta, has been well known for its Japanese town and Japanese culture since 25 years ago, and since then, there have been a lot of Japan Festival (matsuri) such as Jakarta Japan Matsuri.

The event was held on Sunday, July 4, 2010 will be presenting a series of full-day event from 12 noon until nine o’clock at night.

The event is supported by the Government of DKI Jakarta, Jakarta led by Matsuri Kai, and Go Raikon organized by the Japan Entertainment Event Organizer.

Some sponsors like Curry House 38, Don’s Restaurant, Honoka Restaurant, Kira-Kira Ginza restaurant, Kitchen_18, Kushigin Yakitori Restaurant, Manpuku Tecchan, Ramen 38, Shiki Restaurant, Sushi Sei, Yuzoh Restaurant, and many more also come to support this event.

Located in the region Melawai, Blok M, exactly near the Blok M Square, the event will set the stage for 18 x 6 meters as a center of attractions that make this event as the largest Japanese cultural event in Jakarta. By paying as much as 10,000 rupiah admission, visitors can enjoy the atmosphere and cuisine of Japan, as well as other interesting attractions.

One of the interesting attractions of this event is Mikoshi, or the procession of miniature Shinto shrine which is carried by a group of men dressed unique to Japan, accompanied by shouts and songs of spirit unique to Japan. Mikoshi parade symbolizes the spread of good luck and banish evil. Another attraction is the Bon Odori dance, which will take place at 7pm. This dance is one of Japan’s traditional dances and exciting to watch. Visitors can also participate directly in the cosplay competition.

Audience can feel like in Japan, try the Japanese food, watch the Japanese otaru (idol) show from favourite anime and manga. Visitors can try on Yukata, a traditional Japanese kimono for the summer. By paying Rp. 190,000 to Rp. 650,000, you can take your Yukata home and play dress up anytime you want. We can get to watch Cosplay competition and many other traditional Japanese activities such as Aikido, Judo, Karate and Shorinji. Not only that, Ennichisai 2010 will also have band performances.

More information can be obtained at the Office Ennichisai (Japan Festival), KUSHIGIN Jl. Melawai No.10F IX, Level 2, Blok M, South Jakarta. Phone 021-723-4289.

Venue: Little Tokyo
Address : Blok M Square
Jl. Melawai Raya
Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta Selatan
INDONESIA 12160
Date: Sunday July 4, 2010 – Monday July 5, 2010 (12:00PM – 12:00AM)

Photos of Little Tokyo Ennichisai Blok M Jakarta 2010

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Yukata (æµ´è¡£) is the simple model of Kimono, Japanese Traditional Dress.

The yukata is a japanese summer kimono worn by both men and women. The name yukata comes from the word “yu” (bath) and “katabira” (under clothing ). Thousandsof years ago, Court Nobles wore linen “yukatabira” which were draped loosely after taking a bath. It gradually became worn by japanese warriors and then by the general public when the sophisticated japanese public bath became popular. Today, the traditional japanese yukata is widely used for everything from festivals, ryokan, summer daily wear to simple night attire. In Japan, the yukata is the most popular daily clothing wear and is beloved for its 100% lightweight cotton fabric. The fabric designs vary from the traditional plain cross hatch pattern to more colorful scenery designs.

People wearing yukata are a common sight in Japan at fireworks displays, bon-odori festivals, and other summer events. The yukata is also frequently worn after bathing at traditional Japanese inns. Though their use is not limited to after-bath wear, yukata literally means bath(ing) clothes.

Japanese yukatas are one size fits all and measured in length. Length is measured from shoulder to the yukata bottom. Our beautiful yukata make wonderful robes and great japanese gifts!

How To Wear Yukata :
To wear a yukata pull the right side of the material around your body from right to left, then pull the left side of the yukata around your body from right to left and over the right side. Wrap the sash-style belt around your waist and tie in a bow. You’re done!

There are various style of Yukata. Yukata Princess Robe, Yukata Plum Blossom, Yukata Sumo Design, Yukata Crane Stream. Photos of Yukata, Japanese Traditional Dress here :

Yukata Japanese Traditional Dress

Yukata Princess Robe
This cotton kimono is light and comfortable. Size: Length 137 cm (54 in.); width: 62 cm (24.5 in.)

Yukata Plum Blossom

Made from the finest cotton and lovingly designed, yukata are Japan’s summer kimono. They are easy to wear and comfortable and come complete with a cotton sash. Size: length 142 cm (56 in.); width: 62cm (24.5 in.)

Yukata Sumo Design

Yukata are easy to wear, light and comfortable for both men and women – complete with a cotton sash. Size: 152 cm (59.8 in.); width: 69 cm (27.2 in.)

Yukata Crane Stream

Made from the finest cotton and lovingly designed, yukata are Japan’s summer kimono. They are easy to wear and comfortable and come complete with a cotton sash. Size: length 142 cm (56 in.); width: 62cm (24.5 in.)

Watch How to wear a yukata, Japan Traditional Dress like Kimono, Video here

Japanese latest shoes fashion for traditional style. Japanese Geta and Zori Shoes. Various newest japan shoes for man and woman. Some of them are made of straw, velvet, cotton, wood.

Here are japanese latest fashion shoes model for traditional design.

G-23 Japanese men’s shoes Zori -Tatami-1-
Japanese traditional shoes for men with square tipped. The soils are made of a tatami style woven Igusa grass and black velvet strap. High quality materials. Made in Japan
size: M (25,0-26,0 cm), L (26,5-27,5), LL (28,0-29,0), /3L (30,-31cm)
material: straw, velvet
colors of strap: black

G-027 Japanese men’s shoes Setta
Japanese traditional shoes for men with square tipped. The soils are made of a woven grass and strap made from various denim cotton fabric or black velvet fabric in “wafu” style design. High quality materials. Made in Japan
size: L (26,0-27,5 cm), LL (28,0-29,0 cm)
material: straw, cotton
color: various

G-016 Japanese men’s wooden shoes Geta
Japanese traditional wooden shoes. Made in Japan from very light pauwlonia wood with various kimono cotton straps.
size: F (26,0 -28,0 cm)
material: wood, cotton
straps colors: various traditionally designed

G-033 Japanese men’s Tabi with 12 clasps
Japanese traditional outdoor shoes. Double stitched rubber sole, upper and lining made of cotton 100% fabric. High quality materials. Made in Japan
size: under request
color: black

G-034 Japanese traditional shoes for traveler and samurai in battle field Waraji
Waraji are made of woven straw. High quality materials. Hand work. Made in Japan. Unisex.
size: M (23- 25cm), L (26-28cm), LL (29-30cm)
material: straw
color: natural

G-015 Japanese wooden Geta -Flower-
Modern wooden lacquered geta shoes with square tipped made of light pauwlonia wood and painted with flowers motif. Straps are made from synthetic material and adorned with spangles.
size: L (24-24,5cm)
height: 3 cm
material: wooden, lacquered, painted
color: black
straps color: black, red

G-024 Japanese women’s Zori -Tatami-
The soils are hand made of a tatami style woven Igusa grass and straps made from kimono’s fabric. High quality materials. Made in Japan
size: M (23- 23,5cm), L (24-24,5cm)
material: straw, various kimono fabric
stripe colors: various

G-046 Japanese wooden women’s shoes Geta
Japanese wooden shoes for kimono and yukata. Made from very lightweight pauwlonia wood and with cotton traditionla fabric straps. Made in Japan
size: L (23,5-24,5 cm)
height: 5,5 cm
material: natural wood

G-048 Japanese wooden women’s shoes Geta
Japanese traditional wooden shoes for kimono and yukata. Made from very lightweight pauwlonia wood and with cotton traditional fabric strap. Made in Japan
size: L (24-24,5cm)
height: 3,8 cm
material: natural wood
straps colors: various

G-047 Japanese wooden women’s shoes Geta
Japanese modern wooden shoes for kimono and yukata with splay heels. Made from very lightweight pauwlonia wood and with cotton kimono fabric strap. Made in Japan
size: L (24-24,5cm)
height: 3,7 cm
material: natural wood
straps colors: various

Watch Vintage Japan Geta Shoes – Young Girl’s Wooden Footwear Video here