Hina Matsuri 2026

Hina Matsuri returns on March 8, 2026!

Formerly known as Haru Matsuri, Hina Matsuri is a welcoming, all-ages celebration inspired by the traditional Doll Festival. The Centre comes alive with hina doll displays, crafts, performances, food, and hands-on activities, inviting families and friends to gather and welcome spring together.

This year’s theme, Omote–Ura (“Front and Back”), explores the visible and hidden sides of identity. Rooted in the festival’s wish for the healthy growth and happiness of girls, the program brings this meaning into the present through art and cultural experiences that reflect the light and shadow, strength and vulnerability of Japanese and Japanese-diaspora women.

Hina Matsuri Tickets

Information below

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3 Hina Matsuri Exclusive Workshops

Persian Painting bookmarks
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Tea Ceremony
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Preserving Your Memories: Practical Advice from an Archivist
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Event Program and Activities

• Japanese and Nikkei food and market vendors
• Cultural performances (dance, music)
• Art exhibition and artist walk and talk
• Works from three contemporary Nikkei female artists
  • Marina Van Raay
  • Nami Ueno
  • Yuka Yamaguchi
  • Read about the exhibition and artists here
• Hina doll making and Bina Nagashi (Heritage Court)
• Kids area: activities to be announced
• JCCC program showcase:
  • Interactive activities by JCCC Cultural class (Sumi-e, Ikebana and Chado)
  • Martial Arts club Demonstrations
    • Kendo: 11:00 -12:15
    • Aikido: 11:00 - 12:45
    • Iaido: 1:00 – 3:00
    • Judo Joshi: 1:30 – 3:00
    • Jodo: 3:30 – 5:00
    • Naginata: 3:30 - 5:00
  • Dance performance from JCCC odori dance groups and more!
  • Taiko group performance
• Workshops on Offer
  • Heritage activities - Preserving Your Memories: Practical Advice from an Archivist
    • 2 individual 30 minute workshops, at 12:30 and 2:30pm (more info below)
  • Tea Ceremony conducted by Urasenke Tankokai Toronto
    • Tea ceremony matcha 宇治の白 with Hina Matsuri themed sweets by JCCC Chado
    • Buy Tickets and view a Tea Ceremony at 4 available timeslots
      • 11:30 - 12:30
      • 1:00 - 2:00
      • 2:30 - 3:30
      • 4:00 - 5:00
  • Free Aga Khan Workshop: Persian Painting bookmarks
    • 3 individual 1 hour workshops (more info below)

Hina Matsuri Tickets

Online

1. Free for members - Apply to be a member here
2. Free for anyone in a kimono
3. Non-members: $10 + HST / Individual, $20 + HST / Family (2 adults and 3 children), $5+ HST for Seniors (65+) and Children (6-12yrs)

RSVP & Purchase

At the Door (Card only)

1. Free for members
2. Free for anyone in a kimono
3. Non-members: $15 + HST / individual and $30 + HST / Family (2 adults and 3 children), $7 + HST for Seniors (65+) and Children (6-12yrs)

Parking Information

Overflow parking available at 10 Sakura Way (Access Storage Building) 

• Gate hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

How to Access 10 Sakura Way 

1. Turn on Sakura Way from Wynford Drive 
2. Go past the JCCC building on Sakura Way
3. Continue all the way to the end of the road

Heritage Workshop - Preserving Your Memories: Practical Advice from an Archivist

Join the JCCC Heritage Team during Hina Matsuri to learn how you can preserve your families treasures!  The workshop will discuss the best ways to store or display your items, proper storage materials and supplies, and practical advice to ensure that your treasures last for generations. 

Registration is recommended, although the team will be available between sessions to answer questions.

• 12:30pm RSVP here
• 2:30pm RSVP here

*Note this workshop is part of Hina Matsuri, attendees are also required to RSVP/Purchase a ticket to Hina Matsuri.

Aga Khan Workshop - Persian Painting bookmarks
 

Through this hands-on workshop, explore the beauty and detail of Persian painting, a tradition celebrated for its fine ornamentation and storytelling. Inspired by miniature paintings and decorative elements from the Aga Khan Museum’s Collections, participants will learn how artists of the past combined colour, pattern, and design to bring scenes to life.

Guided by their Museum Educators, you’ll create your own decorated bookmark to take home, with templates connected to the themes of Hina Matsuri.

This is a free workshop!

*Notes

• For children under the age of 12, they are required to be accompanied by an adult.
• This workshop is part of Hina Matsuri, attendees are also required to RSVP/Purchase a ticket to Hina Matsuri.

Schedule:

• 11:30 - 12:30 RSVP
• 1:30 - 2:30 RSVP
• 3:30 - 4:30 RSVP