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Otsukimi Festival Shatters Record with 18,000+ in Plano

The 2026 Otsukimi Japanese Moon Viewing Festival in Plano drew over 18,000 attendees, setting a new record with anime voice actress Emi Lo and taiko drumming.

This record-breaking turnout underscores the growing appetite for Japanese culture in North Texas and the power of cultural exchange to bring communities together. As anime and traditional arts continue to captivate audiences of all ages, events like Otsukimi foster cross-cultural understanding and provide economic and social benefits to the region. The festival's success also highlights the vital role of corporate sponsors and community partners in sustaining such large-scale cultural programming, ensuring that future generations can experience the richness of Japanese traditions firsthand.