Below are the marketplace vendors who sold Japanese and Japanese inspired wares at the 50th Annual Denver Cherry Blossom Festival in June!
Vendor Names Information Website
3Fish Macrame jewelry
A Creative House Earrings, home decor, personal accessories, photography, Origami jewelry www.facebook.com/acreativehouse, www.etsy.com/shop/acreativehouse
Akemi Tsutsui-Kunitake Archival-safe giclee prints, greeting cards, stickers and apparel www.Tsutsuikunitake.com
Amache National Historic Site Educational programs for young AAPI based on social-emotional learning https://www.nps.gov/amch/index.htm
Asian Pacific American Medical Association The largest, official 501 (c)(3) non-profit, non-partisan organization of healthcare students committed to addressing the unique challenges of AANHPI communities. https://www.apamsa.org/
BG's Japanese Designs Machine embroidered clothing and home goods, washi paper, hair accessories, gifts http://www.bgsjapanesedesigns.com/
Blulious Omamori originating from Japanese Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples, tote bags, sketchbooks, small stationery and apparel https://blulious.carbonmade.com/
Canon Collection Collection of Japanese wares from Okinawa
Charming Little Fox Handcrafted polymer clay, resin, metal jewelry inspired by Japanese foods, treats, anime & manga & culture www.charminglittlefox.etsy.com
Classic Hawaiian Designs Gold, platinum and sterling silver jewelry, books, lunch totes, leather purselets and bracelets, etc. www.classichawaiiandesigns.com
Confetti Confections Cookies, brownies and dolls from Japan https://confetticonfections.com/
C Rei Jewelry Japanese-American artisan handcrafted jewelry made with semi-precious stones, dichroic glass and precious metal clay
Daboba Denver Boba, Fruit Tea, Yogurt teas, boba desserts https://www.dabobadenver.com/
Denver Bujinkan Dojo Private, non-commercial dojo dedicated to the proper study and transmission of classical Japanese military arts and sciences https://denverbujinkan.com/index.html
Denver Public Library Bookmobile Welcoming space where they strive to help people explore and connect, provide resources and services that are accessible for all. https://www.denverlibrary.org/
Denver-Takayama Sister Cities Experience unique social, economic, humanitarian and cultural exchanges between Denver and Takayama www.denversistercities.org
Dragonflies and Cards Kirigami cards and quilling cards
https://www.dragonfliesandcards.com/
Dragon Wave Designs Hawaiian hair clip https://www.facebook.com/DragonWaveDesigns/
Eastwind Apparel Cotton clothing and handmade gifts
Fat Rabbit Farm Clothes, shoes, accessories, pins and stickers https://www.fatrabbitfarm.com/
Furry Feline Creatives Original Japanese-inspired plush toys, art figures, apparel, bags, jewelry, books www.furry-feline.com
Happy Science Los Angeles Books and handmade products made out of kimono fabric https://findus.happy-science.org/14/
Hitoshi Art Studio Art made with traditional and mixed materials https://www.etsy.com/shop/HitoshiArtStudio
Island Noodle Wok-fired soba noodles with vegan/meat-free options or garlic ginger glazed chicken
Ittsumo Kawaii Resin jewelry, storage, accessories, and decor www.IttsumoKawaii.com
JASC - Japan American Society of Colorado JASC expands people to people relationships between Colorado and Japan by serving as a bridge to connect via business, education and cultural opportunities www.jascolorado.org
JACGP - Japanese American Community Graduation Program Our goal is to recognize all high school seniors of Denver's Japanese American ancestry who exemplify Harry Sakata's leadership and community service. www.jacgp.com?ref=search_shop_redirect
Japanese Academy of the Rockies Japanese school for children and adults
https://www.japaneseacademyoftherockies.org/
JARCC - Japanese American Resource Center of Colorado Our aim is to preserve, educate and communicate the Japanese American experience to ensure that future generations understand and appreciate the bravery and contributions of the Issei, Nisei and their descendants in Colorado www.jarcc-denver.org
JETAA Rocky Mountain and Consulate-General of Japan Composed of former JET Program participants, we promote mutual understanding and international exchanges between Japan and the United States, and fellowship among alumni www.jetaarockymountain.org https://www.denver.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_en/index.html
JPNTOYS Japanese anime related cloth, plus, toys and hats
Kimono Kreations Scarves, ties, bows, skirts, scunchies all made from vintage kimono fabric https://www.facebook.com/KimonoKreationsJapan333
Lily's Florist & Gifts Bonsai bamboo plants and handing airplant designs
Lucky Canes Food Truck Sugar cane beverages https://www.instagram.com/luckycanesco/
Mariko III Purses, totes and accessories in Japanese and Hawaiian prints www.marikoiii.com
Modified Decals Stickers, apparel, air fresheners, license plate frames, little anime inspired accessories https://www.modifieddecals.com/
Oaty Bear Cute accessories for cute dogs https://www.etsy.com/shop/OatyBear
OKA from Japan Japanese kimono and obi repurposed purse, tapestries www.etsy.me/34VktBD
Origami by Kannika Origami jewelry, paper, bookmarks, mobiles, ornaments and boxes https://www.origamibykannika.com/
Papier Vogel Handmade cards & paper goods, crocheted anigurumi, children's app & I-spy bags
Pat on the Back Japanese fabric, insulated bottle totes, quilts, patterns, handcrafted gifts and totes, and much more www.patontheback.net
Puppyshaker Playing cards inspired by Japanese video games, fan art as stickers, pins, charms, standees, coasters https://www.instagram.com/p/C6l1uRnLOin/?hl=en
Sakura Foundation Supports and celebrates Japanese and Japanese American heritage, culture and community and the Tri-State/Denver Buddhist Temple www.SakuraFoundation.org
Shoyeido USA, Inc. Variety of incense offered www.shoyeido.com/
Simpson UMC We are a multicultural congregation rooted deeply in the Japanese American culture and experience. We strive to reach out to all people in the belief that diversity is a strength. As such, today, our membership is a rainbow of ages, genders, cultures, and experiences. www.simpsonumc.com
Somar Studios Unique, pop-culture inspired handmade crafts, apparel, artwork https://www.facebook.com/SomaRStudiosCO/
SumoFish T-shirts with unique Japanese-themed designs www.big-sumo.com
Sweet Daruma Tea Wagon Dragon Eye Raspberry Green Tea, Thai Tea, Vietnamese House Coffee, Brown Sugar Milk Tea, Taiyaki and Dango https://sweetdaruma.com/
Tamiko Homegoods
Tran Handcrafted Japanese print backpacks, purses and tote bags www.trimitive.wordpress.com
Tsuyosa Creations Unique bags made from upcycled Japanese kimono and obis https://www.tsuyosacreations.com/
Ukiyo-e Heroes Traditional handmade Ukiyo-e Japanese prints https://ukiyoeheroes.com/