Pop-up Shops
Where to find us to shop in person!
What is a pop-up shop?
It’s when The Kimono Kitsune hits the road so you can shop our specially curated and diverse range of kimono-related products in person.
This is your opportunity to meet the owner, try on beautiful pieces, and uncover unique treasures that will transform your style.
Check out the schedule below so you don’t miss the next Kimono Kitsune Pop-up Shop!
2025
Taking the name from the Japanese word issho, meaning together, this convention wants to focus on the attendees and follow Otaku Detroit’s store motto of “Community not customers!” This convention is filled with everything that fans look forward to: Artist Alley, Video Game Hall, TableTop Gaming Room, Cosplay contests, guest panels, celebrity meet and greets, Ribbon Game, and photoshoot meetups.
Sponsored by Otaku Detroit, a Black and queer-owned small business that focuses on anime and Japanese culture. Hosted at Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest (1275 S Huron St, Ypsilanti MI). Registration required.
Experience the art of shibari at Indy Rope Expo—2 days of immersive learning and discovery with 7 top riggers with 14 classes to advance your skill levels, as well as private classes, a play party, and vendors.
Hosted at SubSpace Indianapolis. Registration required (18+ event).
Celebrate the 450+ cherry blossom trees that bloom along the Towpath Trail in downtown Akron and Ohio & Erie Canal Park, with activations at multiple points along the trail.
Organized by the Downtown Akron Partnership. Hosted along Towpath Trail in downtown Akron and Ohio & Erie Canal Park (Akron OH), 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Free Admission.
This cherry blossom festival celebrates Japanese culture and customs. Enjoy the blooming of the nine cherry trees in the Japanese Garden while being entertained by live music, games, and activities.
Organized by the Lima Sister Cities Association. Hosted at LSCA Japanese Garden (202 W Eureka St, Lima OH), 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Free Admission.
This annual picnic celebrates the blossoming cherry trees in the Sakura Garden and features music, bon odori dance, activities, concessions, shopping, and more! This year features the Godaiko Drummers, the Tanoshii Taiko Tai (GLTC), and the Sakura Japanese Instrumental Group.
Hosted at Michigan State University Tollgate Farm and Education Center (28115 Meadowbrook Rd, Novi MI), 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Cost of admission is $10 per person (for ages 4 and under are free). Tickets are non-refundable, and pre-registration is required (deadline May 4, 2025, 11:45 PM).
The Cleveland Asian Festival (CAF) is an annual celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage month in Cleveland’s AsiaTown neighborhood. This festival highlights the diverse Asian culture in Northeast Ohio and features Asian cuisine, cultural performances, an Asian pop dance competition, martial arts, a trivia challenge, the world marketplace, and more!
Hosted in AsiaTown (E 27th St & Payne Ave, Cleveland OH), 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Free Admission.
The festival aims to promote and celebrate the diverse cultures and heritage of the Asian community in Columbus, Ohio. The event will feature cultural performances, demonstrations, Asian cuisine vendors, a marketplace, and a variety of activities suitable for all ages!
Hosted at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens (1777 E Broad St, Columbus OH), Saturday 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Sunday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Free admission and open to the public.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of anime, Japanese culture, and all things fandom. Explore a diverse array of vendors and artists, check out the dedicated social gaming area, check out the cosplay stage and exhibitions events, meet industry celebrities, and park directly in front of the event doors will be the stunning Itasha Car Show. The fun doesn’t stop there, IZAKAYA and Glotaku are teaming up to host an epic after party!
Organized by IZAKAYA. Hosted at Mall at Fairfield Commons (2727 Fairfield Commons, Beavercreek OH), 11:00 AM to 2:00 AM. Registration required.
A farmer’s market-style showcase of local BIPOC+, women+, and immigrant-owned small businesses. It features family-friendly fun activities organized by the University of Toledo, Center of International Studies and Program. Other activities include music and performances from around the world including Molly’s Irish Dancers, Taiko Drumming, and DJ Amjad.
Organized by Women of Toledo. Hosted at Toledo Farmers Market (525 Market St, Toledo OH), 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Free admission and open to the public.
Summer Bash will include events such as panels, anime karaoke, and gaming provided by Grand Finals Gaming. There will be a cosplay contest, local artists and vendors selling their items at the event, and more!
Organized by Otaku Detroit and hosted at Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest (1275 S Huron St, Ypsilanti MI), Times Saturday 10:00A-12:00M and Sunday 10:00A-7:00P. Badge prices start at $30 for adults and $15 for children. See the website for additional badge pricing options.
This annual matsuri (festival) celebrating Obon will feature food, games, shopping, dancing, performances, kimono fashion show, cosplay fashion show, and so much more!
Organized by the Japan-America Society of Central Ohio and hosted at Riverside Crossing Park (6625 Riverside Dr, Dublin OH), 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Free Admission.
Matsuri (祭) means festival in Japanese. This conventions thinks of themselves as a festival of everything geeky and otaku, from anime to video games, Doctor Who to Marvel, My Little Pony to Homestuck, and everything in between.
Hosted at Hyatt Regency Columbus (350 N High St, Columbus OH) and Greater Columbus Convention Center (400 N High St, Columbus OH). Registration required.
This annual festival features performing groups (vocal, instrumental, dance, and martial arts) that represent not only the 12 countries of Toledo’s sister cities (Brazil, China, Germany, Hungary, India, Italy, Japan, Lebanon, Pakistan, Poland, Spain, and Tanzania) but also many of the other ethnic communities of the Toledo area. There will also be a variety of food from at least 4 different countries, a Language Corner where a little bit of a different language is taught every half hour, activities, and much more!
Organized by Toledo Sister Cities International and hosted at Erie Street Market (201 S Erie St, Toledo OH), 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Cost of admission is $5 (ages 12 and under FREE).
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