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Natsu Matsuri 2023: Scenes of Summer

It was an enchanting festival that welcomed the summer as Natsu Matsuri 2023: Shinden brought together traditional and modern cultural scenes of Japan at Ateneo de Manila University’s Bellarmine Field last March 24. The last one being held way back in in 2019, Natsu Matsuri 2023 brought back the fun and excitement of Japanese-themed school events since the pandemic.


Natsu Matsuri 2023: A Summer Festival under the Stars

As summertime in the Philippines approached faster than we anticipated, Japanese culture enthusiasts were able to experience the return of Ateneo Hinomoto’s Natsu Matsuri. This summer festival was held last March 24 at the Bellarmine Field of Ateneo de Manila University. The last one was held back in 2019, so everyone was excited for the return of Japanese-themed school events since the pandemic struck and the easing of event restrictions.


Upcoming Event: Natsu Matsuri 2023 by Ateneo Hinomoto

Ateneo Hinomoto invites everyone to celebrate summer under the stars as it brings back its yearly glimpse into Japanese summer festivals with Natsu Matsuri 2023: Shinden. This will be a one-night fair which mixes the traditional and modern cultural scenes of Japan at Ateneo de Manila University’s Bellarmine Field this coming March 24 from 6 PM to 11 PM. Entrance is absolutely FREE!


Nihongo Fiesta 2023

There was much appreciation for the shared values and cultures between the Philippines and the Land of the Rising Sun as The Japan Foundation Manila brought back the live return of Nihongo Fiesta 2023 last February 25, 2023 at the Shangri-la Plaza. It was a celebration that marked with the 50th Nihongo Speech Contest with talented hopefuls from around the country sharing their skill and love for the Japanese language.


Upcoming Event: Nihongo Fiesta 2023

The Japan Foundation Manila brings back the live return of Nihongo Fiesta 2023, happening this Saturday at the Shangri-la Plaza. Ride the wave of Nihongo with the 50th Nihongo Speech Contest with talented hopefuls coming from around the country.
Nihongo Fiesta 2023 is happening this Saturday at the Shangri-la Plaza. Awarding Ceremonies and special Taiko Performance by Leonard Eto will be open to the public starting 4:00PM. We hope to see you there as we have a special coverage.

Cosmic Con 2019

It was a stellar weekend for fans and their fandoms as Cosmic Con 2019 happened last weekend at the plush Ayala Malls South Park. This free event returned on its third year of having various fandoms gather and have fun, share and collaborate together. arkadymac.com has been Cosmic Con’s media partner for three years now, and we are happy to bring to you our special coverage of the event.
