Maui Matsuri started as a Japanese festival on Market Street in Wailuku Maui in May 1999. It is the only Japanese festival on Maui and it is put together totally by a team of volunteers. the annual festival includes free entertainment, craft and food booths, food trucks, contests and giveaways, kid’s craft activities, exhibits, and a community obon dance. Parking is $5. More info: Maui Matsuri (mauimatsuri.com)
Annual Sam Sato Saimin Eating Contest – Sign up to enter at 3 pm at the Entertainment Stage – children and adult divisions; first six entries for each division accepted. Contest begins at 4:15 pm. The fastest eater wins. Winners receive Sam Sato gift certificates. All contestants win the saimin eating contest bowl. More info: Maui Matsuri | Facebook
Depositphotos_70230853_l-2015 Hawaiian saimin soup
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