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Sakura Cultural Festival

Spring Enchantment in Bloom April 24 – May 5, 2024 East Square & Select Restaurants

🕐 12:00 – 20:00
(Open at 17:00 on Apr 24; Close at 21:00 on Apr 27-28 & May 1-4; Close at 19:00 on May 5)

 

Immerse your senses in Japan's rich tapestry of cultural and culinary traditions, as sakura blossoms to the sound of Taiko drums!
Join us in East Square and at select restaurants for an array of fun workshops, gourmet experiences, live performances and fascinating photo spots that will put you in the heart of Japan’s rich traditions!

 

📅 Program Schedule

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Sakura Blossoms

Nothing says spring like blossoming sakura. Step into an enchanting world through our floral arch, consisting of two sakura trees. And experience the ancient tradition of “hanami” where friends and family gather under the pink blossoms to share delicious food and joyous moments.

 

Location: East Square

Yukata Experience

The traditional costume, yukata, is a captivating blend of aesthetics and elegance. It is still worn by Japanese people during summer festivals. Complete your cultural experience by putting on a yukata, available in an array of print designs for women, men, as well as kids.

 

Location: East Square

 

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Spend the designated amount at the Sakura Cultural Festival in East Square or our select Japanese restaurants, and present your recipe during festival period to join these activities! Not applicable on Ikebana Workshop. Workshops are on first-come, first-served basis.

How to Join our Workshops

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Traditional Japanese Crafts – How to Join

Order any of the How to Join Location Eligibility
Order any of the designated menus1 Designated restaurants 15-min Yukata Experience or 1 Japanese Crafts Workshop Session3
(Choose 1)
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Lucky Draw x1 or Game Booth x1 
(Choose 1)
Spend MOP500 or more^ East Square or Designated Japanese Restaurants2 15-min Yukata Experience or 1 Japanese Crafts Workshop Session3
(Choose 1)
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Lucky Draw x1 or Game Booth x1 
(Choose 1)
Spend MOP300 or more^ East Square 1 Japanese Crafts Workshop Session3
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Lucky Draw x1 or Game Booth x1 
(Choose 1)
Spend MOP100 or more^ East Square Lucky Draw x1 or Game Booth x1 
(Choose 1)

 

1. Designated menus include Yamazato Kaiseki Set, Nagomi Sakura Afternoon Tea, Kyo Watami Sakura Set Menu and CHA BEI Afternoon Tea under the Sakura Tree.

2. Designated Japanese restaurants include Yamazato, Nagomi, Kyo Watami, Butao Ramen and Yoshimori Teppanyaki at Galaxy Macau; Chi Sasa Japanese Cuisine and Kakura Yakiniku at Broadway Macau.

3. Traditional Japanese Crafts Workshops include handmade lucky charms; wagashi Japanese sweets; kite, lantern or lucky cat painting. First-come, first-served.

^Refers to net spending after discount 

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Traditional Japanese Crafts

Live the culture by learning the craft! Create Japanese accessories including lucky charms, or exercise your creativity when making your own kite and money cat painting.

 

Location: East Square

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Ikebana Workshop

Ikebana, the art of flower arrangement, is one of the three pillars of Japanese traditional arts. With the support of the Consulate-General of Japan in Hong Kong, we present a Mother’s Day-themed workshop where you will learn to create your work of art with expert guidance.

 

Date: May 5, 14:30-16:00 / 16:30-18:00
Price: MOP450 per person
Location: Hotel Okura Macau
Reservation: +853 8883 5069

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Wagashi Workshop

Dainty and delicious, traditional wagashi is an art in and of itself. Dive into the skills required to make these Japanese sweet treats and discover the joys of creation!

 

Location: East Square

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Japanese Game Booth

A bit of fun and games to bring you and your loved ones closer! Try your hands on some of the most popular games at Japanese festivals, and capture every unforgettable moment on your phone!

 

Location: East Square

Taste

Sake Vending Machine

This contemporary take on sake appreciation allows you to choose from over 50 sakes from our vending machine. The origin and flavor notes are clearly labeled so take your time and select a favorite, or customize your own sake flight!

 

Location: East Square

"Yatai" Street Food Experience

Street food vendors from various Japanese cities come all the way to Macau to prepare their specialties—presented in “yatai” style at traditional stalls.

 

Location: East Square

Hotel Okura Macau Pop-up

The pop-up by Hotel Okura Macau offers its Nagomi signature charcoal roasted coffee, Kyoto craft beer, mini-cakes and castella cakes to go. You can also bring home a bottle of sake from our selection. Enjoy a charcoal roasted coffee for just MOP1 when you purchase any two cakes or two coffees!

 

Location: East Square

Four-hands Kaiseki by Okura Master Chefs at Yamazato

Four-hands Kaiseki by Okura Master Chefs at Yamazato
As Grand Chef of the Hotel Okura Group, Tadashi Sawauchi oversees 11 Japanese restaurants worldwide, one of which has attained the coveted Michelin Star. He will be joining Executive Chef Morihiro Takeda of Yamazato, Macau to present a feast of the season’s most exquisite flavors. 

 

Dates: 19:00, April 25 – 27, 2024
Price: MOP2,500+ per person (with sake pairing)

 

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Nagomi Sakura Afternoon Tea

Nothing says spring in Japan quite like cherry blossoms. To capture the transient beauty of these delicate blooms, Nagomi presents a visually stunning afternoon tea, with hand-crafted sweets and savories in pink hues. 

 

Dates: 14:30-17:30, April 1 – May 12, 2024
Price: MOP498+ for two persons

 

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Kyo Watami Sakura Drinks and Delicacies

Come for an authentic Japanese dining experience at this new restaurant! Celebrating the enchanting season, Kyo Watami has designed a special menu of sakura-inspired dishes, as well as limited-edition sake, sakura cocktails and mocktails. 

 

Date: April 24 – May 5, 2024
Price: MOP668+ / set menu for two

Yoshimori Sakura Panna Cotta and Soda Drink

Order our selected set menu and get a complimentary Sakura Panna Cotta, a creamy sensation in pink adorned with a cherry blossom. You can top the experience by ordering our fizzy sakura soda drink! 

 

Date: April 24 – May 5, 2024
Price: from MOP68

BUTAO SAKURA PANNA COTTA

For a limited time only, you can order this delightful pink dessert as the sweet finale to your ramen experience! 

 

Date: April 24 – May 5, 2024
Price: MOP23

CHA BEI Afternoon Tea Under the Sakura Tree

Gather around CHA BEI’s enchanting sakura tree, and feast your eyes and palate on a colorful medley of handcrafted delights! 

 

Date: 14:30-17:30, March 21 – June 14, 2024
Price: MOP628+ for two persons

 

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Enjoy

Taiko Performance

An immersive display of vigor and unity, dynamic taiko performance has been a staple of traditional Japanese ceremonies and festivals through centuries. Join Takarabune, a Japanese drum and dance troupe of 5 who have performed at some of the world’s largest festivals, bringing their performances to 68 cities in 22 countries!

 

Location: East Square

Shop

Fresh Produce and Products from Japan

Renowned for their high quality, Japanese produce and local specialties have always been popular among gourmets. Come and shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, wagyu, frozen seafood and more, directly flown in from Japan!

 

Location: East Square

Reward with Purchase

Simply spend MOP100 or more at the festival in East Square from April 24 to May 5 to join our lucky draw. Prizes include Dining Vouchers from Galaxy Macau’s new Japanese restaurant Kyo Watami, luxury hotel stay at Hotel Okura Macau, plus Air Macau plane tickets, CTM prepaid cards and more!

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Exclusive Privileges

Enjoy 10% off at Sakura Cultural Festival by presenting valid identification card or credit card to enjoy this exclusive offer - Galaxy Ultimate Member / Galaxy Privilege Club Member / CTM Buddy e-Membership Card / ICBC Credit Cards / BNU Credit Cards / MPay /GEG Staff Card

 

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