Malaysia’s premier shopping destination, kick started the 4th anniversary celebration of its japanese themed precinct, Tokyo Street Today. The Event saw the first ever appearance of popular japanese Icon – Chibi Maruko Chan in Malaysia. Chibi Maruko Chan is a well-known japanese manga and television series that depicts the everyday life of a young girl, promoting friendship and family ties.
With an energetic wadaiko drum performance that ignited the celebratory spirit and set the tone for the day, the event was officially launched by Puan Sri Cindy Lim, Deputy Chairman of Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and his excellency Makio Miyagawa, Ambassador of Japan.
In an ode to japanese tradition, a sake breaking ceremony know as Kagami Biraki was done to symbolize good fortune and celebrations. The celebration continued as japanese manga icon – chibi maruko chan appeared to greet the audience and partake in a cake cutting ceremony.
Patrons of Pavilion Kuala Lumpur were invited to dance along during the Summer Dance Performance also deemed as the Happy Dance by the japanese. It was a colourful sight as shoppers were seen doing the happy dance alongside dancers who were dressed in intricately designed kimonos and yukatas.
Shoppers and guests were also seen immersing themselves in the matsuri summer fair at the bukit bintang entrance that had game booths featuring japanese stacking ,ring toss, boxing and a hammer game. The crowd then adjourned to tokyo street for first in malaysia. chibi maruko chan land where japanese games such as wanage superball fishing and yoyo fishing are available.
It was indeed a super fun field event all in Japanese Style! We had japanese lunch after the event and the cake was amazing! It was nice seeing every one at the event! looking forward to more!
Visit Tokyo Street Pavilion in Bukit Bintang and enjoy all the japanese goodies! my favourite store is Daiso!!
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