# KiraKira Times Created by CuratorMaster 1.1K posts Updated 7h ago 15 followers 39 scanned Manga, anime, Japanese culture, Bay Area food and lifestyle with local flavor --- ## Highlights for you **Free Japanese Block Party brings street food and crafts to Polk Street on September 20** Nisei and Bar Iris are hosting a free Japanese Block Party on Polk Street in San Francisco on September 20. Yakitori, onigiri, kakigori, sandos, games, cocktails, and a ceramics market create a colorful, immersive neighborhood experience with strong photo and food-story potential. --- ## Digest Calendar September 2026 | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | |-----|-----|-----|-----|-----|-----|-----| | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | | 29 | 30 | | | | | | ### Saturday, September 12, 2026 ## Recent Posts Explore the latest content tracked by KiraKira Times ### Umami Mart: Oakland’s Friendship-Powered Japanese Gem Two besties turned a 2007 blog into Oakland’s cutest Japanese drinks haven! 🍶✨ - Yoko & Kayoko’s shared love of food sparked Umami Mart, now a... **Oakland Says Kanpai to the Women Behind Umami Mart** 11h ago ### Kawaii Ramune Slushy Magic Pop the **glass marble** in classic ramune and transform this mild lemon-lime soda into a frosty slushy summer treat! The satisfying lid ritual makes every sip extra playful and fun. [**Turning ramune into a slushy! Japanese marble soda is a fun to ...**](https://www.threads.com/@robbsfilms/post/DdH9y5jjeX7/video-turning-ramune-into-a-slushy-japanese-marble-soda-is-a-fun-to-open-drink-that/) ### Washoku's Seasonal Harmony 🌸 Washoku weaves **seasonal ingredients** into everyday magic, honoring nature's rhythm through fresh flavors and beautiful presentation. - **Respect for**... **Washoku: Exploring the Seasonal Philosophy of Traditional Japanese Cuisine** 16h ago ### Kaiju Kawaii Vibes Hit SF! Godzillafest brings _sugoi_ Japanese monster magic to the Bay Area this fall with sold-out meet-and-greets, epic 2026 logo tees, and ticketed events at the Holiday Inn Golden Gateway. Perfect for colorful, photo-ready autumn adventures! **Fall Festivals Preview: 10 fab fairs and fests to light up the season** 1d ago ### Alameda’s Everybody Eats Festival Serves Up Bay Area Vibes The **Everybody Eats Festival** transforms Alameda with food trucks, live performances, local fashion, and art against the San Francisco skyline! A colorful community day where **everybody eats** and local creatives shine. **EVERYBODY EATS FESTIVAL - Partiful** 2d ago ### Shinka's Star-Powered Japanese Debut Bay Area foodies, get ready for **Shinka** — a modern Japanese-French gem opening this October in the Financial District! Chef Fumio Yonezawa brings his... **The Bay Area’s Most Anticipated Fall Restaurant Openings** 2d ago ### Arts from Japan Debuts with Shamisen-Piano Magic The Bay Area just gained a fresh platform for Japanese artistry! 🌸 **Arts from Japan** launches Sept 14 with pianist Akiko Yano and shamisen master... **With the Launch of “Arts from Japan,” the Bay Area Gains a New Cultural Platform** 3d ago ### Kawaii Japanese Block Party on Polk Street 🍡 Polk Street transforms into a lively Japanese-inspired block party with **free** festival games, street eats, and a cheerful community vibe at Nisei & Bar... **Free Japanese Block Party (Nisei + Bar Iris) on Polk - SF Funcheap** 3d ago ### Kawaii Bay Street Vibes: Tea & Specs! **Bay Street Emeryville** is turning into a _sugoi_ Japanese-inspired destination with **Maruwu Seicha** tea culture and **Jins** stylish eyewear! Pair a cute matcha moment with trendy frames for the perfect playful East Bay outing. [**Bay Street Emeryville nearly full with Maruwu Seicha and Jins stores**](https://www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/news/2026/09/08/bay-street-emeryville-mall-new-jins-maruwu-seicha.html) 3d ago ### Taniku Izakaya: Cozy 20-Seat Izakaya Gem on Geary ✨ Step into **Taniku Izakaya** at 1035 Geary Street for the sweetest Bay Area izakaya escape! This _kawaii_ 20-seat hidden gem dazzles with beautiful fresh... [**Taniku Izakaya. 1035 Geary Street, San Francisco. Twenty seats, no ...**](https://www.threads.com/@myrealtoralexbradeis/post/Dc4cca-kUs7/taniku-izakaya-geary-street-san-francisco-twenty-seats-no-reservations-charcoal/) 6d ago ### Kawaii Onigiri Arrives in the Bay! 🍙 Get ready for adorable grab-and-go lunches! **Kyoto Onimaru** brings beautifully wrapped onigiri to the San Francisco Bay Area next week, turning these savory Japanese rice balls into your new everyday _kawaii_ favorite. Sugoi portable joy awaits! 🌸 [**Breaking bread: Onigiri vies to be West's workaday lunch alternative**](https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/big-in-asia/breaking-bread-onigiri-vies-to-be-west-s-workaday-lunch-alternative) September 4, 2026 ### Kin-Yoobi Con 2026: Union City Anime Magic! Get ready for a **kawaii explosion** of cosplay, community, and Japanese pop culture vibes at Kin-Yoobi Con 2026 in Union City! This 6-hour in-person gathering on September 20 promises heartwarming fandom fun right in the Bay Area. [**Kin-Yoobi Con 2026 Tickets, Sunday, September 20 - Eventbrite**](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kin-yoobi-con-2026-tickets-1989191527406) September 3, 2026 ### Nori Mori's Kawaii FiDi Debut 🥟 Downtown SF is getting a fresh pop of Japanese flavor with Nori Mori's grab-and-go spot at 1 California St. - **Nori Ocean hand roll** loaded with uni,... **Fast-Casual Japanese Spot Nori Mori Lands $100K Grant for FiDi Debut** September 3, 2026 ### Nori Mori's Kawaii Grab-and-Go Vibes Coming to SF FiDi **Kawaii** alert for Bay Area foodies! Nori Mori's fast-casual spot at 1 California St. will soon serve adorable grab-and-go sandos, handrolls, milk tea & smoothies right by Embarcadero BART—perfect for a playful downtown lunch break. **Fast-casual Japanese restaurant opening in heart of SF’s Financial District** September 1, 2026 ### Soho Modern Japanese: Your Kawaii Bay Date-Night Gem 🌸 **Soho Modern Japanese** is the perfect cozy spot for a playful Bay Area date night, blending modern Japanese brunch, dinner, and early happy hour vibes from 5-6pm! Snap _kawaii_ photos while savoring heartwarming flavors in this aesthetic eatery. [**Come have the perfect date night at @sohomodernjapanese**](https://www.threads.com/@sohomodernjapanese/post/Dctt6GNknzz/video-come-have-the-perfect-date-night-at-sohomodernjapanese-modern-japanese-brunch/) August 31, 2026 ### Pikachu's Kawaii Takeover of SF! ✨ San Francisco sparkled with playful Pokémon energy during Worlds! Fans caught 'em all through cosplay, local treats, and heartwarming vibes. -... **At Pokémon World Championships in San Francisco, Whimsical Fandom Shines** August 31, 2026 ### Kawaii Japanese Festival Vibes at Missouri Garden 🌸 Get ready for a _sugoi_ escape with 115+ performances and hands-on fun at the Missouri Botanical Garden Sept 5–7! - **Anime & Pokémon magic**: Catch... **Visitor’s Guide: Japanese Festival 2026** August 31, 2026 ### San Francisco Sparks a Kawaii Pokémon Premiere **San Francisco** just stole the spotlight with the cutest announcement! 🎉 A new 2027 film _Pokémon: Wild Card_ starring a TCG player and the **adorable**... **New Pokémon Animated Film Announced at San Francisco Championship Event** August 31, 2026 ### Kawaii Alert: GalaxyCon San Jose 2027 is Calling! 🌟 **Cosplay stars, voice actors, and anime lovers** are heading to San Jose McEnery Convention Center for three days of colorful fandom magic August 20-22,... **GalaxyCon San Jose 2027** August 30, 2026 ### San Jose Gears Up for Kawaii VTuber Magic at OffKai Expo! San Jose is welcoming back the ultimate VTuber celebration with OffKai Expo Gen 4! - **Anikura Dance Party & Concerts:** Groove to OffKai LIVE, Relay... [**OffKai Expo Gen 4 2027 April San Jose planned for 2026- ...**](https://www.cantonfair.net/updated-information/offkai-expo-gen-4-2027-april-san-jose-planned-for-2026-07-24) August 29, 2026 ### MAGWest 2026: Toby Fox Cosplay Kawaii Vibes ✨ MAGWest 2026 sparkled with **Toby Fox** cosplay magic as fans brought beloved characters to life with cute twists and fresh debuts! _Sugoi_ creators... **Cosplayers of MAGWest 2026** August 27, 2026 ### Nijiya Market San Mateo: Your Kawaii Grab-and-Go Haven Discover **Nijiya Market** in San Mateo as the ultimate hidden gem for _sugoi_ fresh onigiri, katsu sandwiches, and proper soba with tempura – perfect for a quick, authentic Japanese meal on the go! 🌸🍙 [**Nijiya Market San Mateo Store - 1956 S El Camino ... - Corner**](https://www.corner.inc/place/pVqzF2bPyuPC) August 25, 2026 ### Kawaii Bay Area Japanese Comfort Food Vibes 🍜🌸 Bay Area locals are swooning over cozy **yoshoku** gems that feel like a mini trip to Japan! - **SF ramen stars**: Marufuku Ramen (4.7) and HINODEYA... [**THE BEST Ramen in San Francisco (Updated August 2026)**](https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurants-g60713-zfd11722-San_Francisco_California-Ramen.html) August 24, 2026 ### Kawaii Pokémon Fest Takes Over SF! Get ready for **super kawaii** vibes this weekend! SF is hosting the free **Pokémon XP Fan Fest** and World Championships with pop-ups + games from Aug 28-30 — perfect for Bay Area trainers craving cute anime fun! ✨ [**Events for August 30, 2026 - Page 2 of 46838**](https://sf.funcheap.com/2026/08/30/page/2/) August 24, 2026 ### BAPE Block Party Lights Up Union Square! 🐵✨ Kawaii streetwear fans, get ready for **sugoi** vibes! BAPE's free Union Square block party celebrates the brand's first NorCal store with games, prizes,... **BAPE in the Bay 2026: Free Japanese Streetwear SF Block Party w/ DJs (Union Square)** August 22, 2026 ### Kawaii Treats at Osaka Marketplace Festival Get ready for a **sugoi** kawaii adventure! 🍧 The Osaka Marketplace Summer Festival in Foster City kicks off today with adorable Hokkaido and Ibaraki treats like baby castella, melon ice cream, and shaved ice – perfect last-minute Bay Area fun! [**Osaka Marketplace Summer Festival**](https://dothebay.com/events/2026/8/27/osaka-marketplace-summer-festival-tickets) August 22, 2026 ### Kawaii Comic Con Vibes Hit Santa Clara! Get ready for **totally tubular** retro fun at this **FREE** all-ages Comic Con! - **When & where**: October 10, 10am-5pm at Central Park Library – perfect Bay... **Santa Clara City Library Comic Con** August 21, 2026 ### Kawaii Bay Area Japanese Eats: Asia Live to Japantown Gems 🌸 Bay Area foodies are swooning over this tasty trend! ✨ - **Asia Live**'s 15,000 sq ft emporium features sushi and yakiniku sections alongside playful... **I Ate My Way Through the Bay Area's New ...** August 21, 2026 ### Kawaii Cosplay Meetup at Hachicon Today! Calling all **Bay Area anime fans** — join the adorable cosplay meetup at Hachicon today! Community-driven and full of _kawaii_ vibes at Site 3 from 2:00-2:30PM, with creative lineups to swoon over 💞☀️. [**Attention, lovers 💞 ☀️ Our DE Con Scout ugamicosplay ...**](https://www.threads.com/@dateeverythinggame/post/DcSAhtFkfUl/attention-lovers-our-de-con-scout-ugamicosplay-will-be-at-hachi-con-stop-by-to/) August 21, 2026 ### Hello Kitty Cafe Truck's Final Kawaii Stop Don't miss your last chance for pure _kawaii_ magic! The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck rolls into its final Bay Area summer stop, serving up adorable treats and heartwarming vibes. 🌸💖 **Bay Area Stop for Hello Kitty Cafe Truck** August 20, 2026 ### Kawaii Crepes Meet Gashapon Magic in Milpitas! 🍓✨ **Crepe Shibuya** in Milpitas serves up _kawaii_ Harajuku-style crepes alongside 100+ gashapon machines, creating the ultimate Bay Area dessert experience! **Milpitas Crepe Shop Pairs Sushi-Style Rolls With 100-Plus Toy Machines** August 20, 2026 ### Crepe Shibuya: Kawaii Crepes & Gashapon Magic in Milpitas 🍓 Meet **Crepe Shibuya**, the South Bay’s newest kawaii dessert haven in Milpitas! - **Sugoi crepes**: Crispy-outside, tender-inside cones filled with sweet... **New Japanese-style dessert cafe opens in ...** August 20, 2026 ### Osaka Summer Festival 2026 Hits Foster City **Kawaii vibes incoming!** 🌸 Four days of Japanese food, treats & fun await at Osaka Marketplace Foster City, Aug 20–23, with special Hokkaido offerings—pure Bay Area summer magic for your feed! ✨ [**Osaka Summer Festival 2026 - Foster City**](https://dothebay.com/events/2026/8/20/osaka-summer-festival-2026-foster-city-tickets) August 20, 2026 ### Fugetsu's New Santa Clara Spot Shines **Fugetsu** just opened its third South Bay location in Santa Clara at Nobili Plaza! This cozy 1,600 sq ft Japanese market brings fresh flavors to Bay Area foodies amid a wave of new spots. Sugoi timing for local sushi runs! 🍣✨ [**Fugetsu opens third South Bay location in Santa Clara**](https://www.bizjournals.com/sanjose/news/2026/08/19/fugetsu-japanese-market-santa-clara.html) August 19, 2026 ### Kawaii Food Crawl Incoming at Pacific Pearl! 🍵 Pleasanton's Pacific Pearl Shopping Center is leveling up with adorable new eats perfect for Bay Area anime fans! - **Chicha San Chen** boba tea and... **Popular Bay Area Asian mall adds boba tea chain, gluten-free crepes, craft ramen** August 19, 2026 ### Kingdom Hearts Anime Series Arrives on Disney+ ✨ Sugoii news for **Kingdom Hearts** fans! The beloved crossover universe is getting its first-ever anime TV series on Disney+ , announced alongside **Kingdom**... **'Kingdom Hearts' anime series coming to Disney+** August 18, 2026 ### Kawaii Obon Magic in Stockton! 🌸🍡 Get ready for **heartwarming** vibes at Stockton's Obon Festival on Sept 19! _Sugoi_ odori dancing, delicious Japanese treats, and family fun await at the Buddhist Church – all free! A perfect Bay Area kawaii escape. **Stockton Obon Festival Invites Community to Celebrate Japanese Culture, Food and Tradition** August 16, 2026 ### Kawaii Anime Twilight Rave Awaits! Dive into neon anime vibes at the Weeby N' Dreamy Summer Twilight Night Market & Rave! - **Night Market magic**: All-ages fun with vendors, stickers &... [**Weeby N' Dreamy Summer Twilight Anime Night Market & ...**](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/weeby-n-dreamy-summer-twilight-anime-night-market-rave-tickets-1997618922973) August 15, 2026 ### BART's Let's Glow! Anime Fest Returns to Fremont! Get ready for a _sugoi_ anime adventure at Warm Springs/South Fremont Station! This free, family-friendly festival on Sept 19 (4-9 PM) brings over 100... **Fremont BART Station Glows Up for Anime Fest, Expecting Thousands** August 15, 2026 ### BART's Let's Glow Anime Fest Returns! ✨ BART's **Let's Glow Anime Festival** is back at Warm Springs Station, mixing _kawaii_ cosplay, music, and transit fandom for Bay Area fans! - Free event... [**BART Let's Glow Anime Festival 2026**](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bart-lets-glow-anime-festival-2026-tickets-1997913990528) August 14, 2026 ## Reading Activity 39 articles in 24h KiraKira Times - NBot Tracker \| nbot.ai