The Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth has announced that Kawai Piano Gallery Dallas will serve as the official Cultural Pavilion Sponsor for the 2026 Otsukimi Japanese Moon Viewing Festival. The free community event is scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. at Haggard Park in downtown Plano, Texas.
The annual festival brings together thousands of North Texas residents to celebrate Japanese culture, friendship, and community under the autumn moon. Attendees can enjoy Japanese music, traditional dance, taiko drumming, martial arts demonstrations, sumo exhibitions, cultural activities, children's programming, anime and pop-culture experiences, and a variety of food offerings. The Cultural Pavilion, supported by Kawai, will focus on introducing visitors to Japanese traditions, arts, and cultural experiences.
Kawai Piano Gallery Dallas, located in Plano, is a destination for Kawai acoustic, digital, and hybrid pianos. The gallery also houses the Kawai Music School, which offers piano and voice lessons for students of various ages and skill levels. Instructors at the school speak Japanese, Korean, English, and Persian/Farsi, providing an inclusive environment for North Texas families. The sponsorship reflects Kawai's belief in music as a universal language that bridges cultures.
Grant Ogata, President of the Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth, expressed gratitude for Kawai's investment in the Cultural Pavilion. He noted that Kawai's Japanese heritage, commitment to artistic excellence, and dedication to music education make the company a natural partner for the celebration. The sponsorship will help introduce more North Texas families to the richness of Japanese culture while strengthening the friendship between Japan and the United States.
Kawai, founded in Japan in 1927, will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2027. The company combines traditional craftsmanship with innovation to create pianos for students, educators, and professional musicians worldwide. The Otsukimi festival, which means "moon viewing," is a centuries-old Japanese tradition of gathering to appreciate the autumn moon and express gratitude. The North Texas festival offers a family-friendly outdoor setting for the community to experience this tradition.
The event is hosted by the Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth, a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening friendship and understanding between Japanese and Americans in North Texas. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information about Kawai Piano Gallery Dallas, visit https://kawaius.com/store/dallas.
