Japanese-inspired stallholders
A carefully selected mix of independent traders, artists and small businesses.
Leamington Spa · Spring 2027
Ikigai Sakura Celebration
Our second annual celebration of Japanese culture and cherry blossom season: stallholders, food vendors, workshops and experiences, all in aid of Safeline.
About the event
Hanami, in the heart of Leamington.
Every spring, Japan stops to enjoy the cherry blossom. Ikigai and The Lucky Shiba bring a little of that spirit to Leamington Spa: a Japanese cultural event with stallholders, food vendors, workshops and experiences.
This year we want it bigger and better than last time, without losing the air of calm. Tickets are time-slotted, children under 5 go free, and the event supports the charity Safeline.
Tickets from about £2.50 online (£3 on the door). Under-5s free.
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What to expect
A weekend of Japan
Sakura gifts
Blossom-themed merchandise and keepsakes to take home.
Bookable workshops
Hands-on sessions such as ceramic painting. Places are limited, so book ahead.
Sake tasting
A guided tasting experience for over-18s, led by our sister bar The Lucky Shiba.
Food & sweets
Japanese food vendors, sweets and treats, plus a café on site.
Supporting Safeline
The weekend raises money for the charity Safeline, with a target of at least £3,000.
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Workshops & experiences
Book a place on a workshop or tasting. Details and prices are on TicketSource, and new sessions are added as the event gets closer.
Ceramic painting workshop
From £17 per personPaint your own ceramic Maneki-neko lucky cat piggy bank with over 50 colours to choose from.
Book on TicketSource →Sake tasting experience
Details to be announcedTaste a flight of sakes with guidance from The Lucky Shiba. 18+ only.
Book on TicketSource →Who's coming
Confirmed traders
A first look at who will be at the Sakura Celebration. More traders will be announced as they are confirmed.
For traders
Apply for a stallTrade with us
We are looking for Japanese-inspired traders, food vendors and artists for 2027. Stalls are carefully selected, and each category has limited space. You must trade both days, as stalls are a weekend package only.
£75Artist / small business table4ft × 2ft, table provided
£150Standard stall6ft × 2ft, table provided
£350Food stallTwo 6ft tables, electricity included. Very limited number.
Prices are per weekend (both days). A table is only guaranteed once payment is received.
Included
Chair per table · small kitchen for hot drinks · café on site · internet for card readers (bring mobile data as a backup) · recycling bins · up to 2 staff lanyards per table (4 for food)
Good to know
Traders must be Japanese-inspired. £5 million Public Liability Insurance and a risk assessment are required. No AI art or AI-based traders. Fan art up to 15% of an artist's range. No fake or imitation merchandise. Food packaging must be plastic-free. No refunds for cancellations.
Venue
Victoria Terrace
Leamington Spa
CV31 1AA
Find us
All Saints ChurchVictoria Terrace
Leamington Spa
CV31 1AA
Leamington Spa railway station is a short walk away, with direct trains from London, Birmingham, Coventry and Manchester. There is no on-site parking, so please use nearby car parks.
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Questions
How much are tickets?
Tickets are about £2.50 online and £3 on the door, and children under 5 go free. Tickets are time-slotted, so we recommend booking ahead.
When is it open?
Saturday 3 April from 9am to 7pm, and Sunday 4 April from 10am to 6:30pm.
Where does the money go?
The event supports the charity Safeline, and we are aiming to raise at least £3,000.
How do I book a workshop or tasting?
Workshops and the sake tasting are booked separately through TicketSource, because places are limited.
Is there parking?
There is no on-site parking. Leamington Spa station is a short walk away, and there are car parks nearby.
I run a business. Can I have a stall?
Yes. Use the stall application above. Traders must be Japanese-inspired and book both days.
Who runs the event?
Ikigai Living, an independent Japanese homeware shop at 14 Spencer Street, Leamington Spa, together with The Lucky Shiba sake bar.
See you under the blossom.
Saturday 3 – Sunday 4 April 2027 · All Saints Church, Leamington Spa CV31 1AA
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