The Japanese Bazaar in Union City returns on July 19 and 20. The event, put on by Southern Alameda County Buddhist Church (SACBC), includes food, games, entertainment, a Japanese boutique, silent auction and more. This year, SACBC will continue the beer garden, a popular attraction for guests who want to enjoy Japanese and domestic brews! As in previous years, there will be something for everyone, and fun for the whole family.
Japanese cuisine available for purchase at the bazaar includes chicken teriyaki, gyoza, udon, sushi and manju. Attendees can also choose teri burgers, corn-on-the-cob, shave ice and sodas. There will be games for kids, including Demon Smash, duck pond and other arcade games for children. The silent auction booth will offer a chance to bid on treasures and collectibles.
Activities and entertainment will include O-Nami Taiko (Japanese drumming group), Kendo demonstration, an Ikebana exhibit and a Buddhism mini-lecture. The Japanese boutique offers handmade crafts, books and more.Â
Everyone is invited, and there is plenty of free parking on the grounds.
If community members miss this event, SACBC will gather again on August 9 for the annual Obon celebration with music from Chidori Band and dancing.
Japanese Bazaar
Saturday, July 19; 11am – 7pm
Sunday, July 20; 11am – 3pm
Southern Alameda County Buddhist Church
32975 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Union City
510.471.2581
