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Free Japanese festival set for Nov. 1 at Watson Island garden

A free Japanese festival runs Sunday, Nov. 1, from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ichimura Miami-Japan Garden on Watson Island.

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A free Japanese festival will take place Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, at the Ichimura Miami-Japan Garden on Watson Island, according to a listing from South Florida on the Cheap. The event runs from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The garden sits on Watson Island, the small island between downtown Miami and Miami Beach. Admission costs nothing, which makes the afternoon an easy option for families and visitors looking for weekend plans.

The source listing is brief and does not describe the festival’s lineup, vendors or activities. Visitors who want details on performances, food or parking should check with the garden or the event organizers before heading out.

This story is a summary based on reporting by Fort Lauderdale on the Cheap. Read the original for full details.

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