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C. Hatty · 05/30/2026

Yōkai Matsuri: A "Strange Festival" Unites Traditional and Alternative Japan in Paris, Initiated by Artist Maïa Barouh

Paris – 05/30/2026: Amidst the vibrant Parisian summer, the Petite Halle de la Villette opens its doors for an extraordinary event: from May 31 to July 28, 2026, the Yōkai Matsuri takes place there, a festival that brings the mystical world of the Yōkai, those fascinating and elusive creatures of Japanese folklore, to the heart of the city. Initiated by the Franco-Japanese musician Maïa Barouh, the festival promises a unique blend of traditional and contemporary Japanese culture.Maïa Barouh, daughter of the French chansonnier Pierre Barouh and the Japanese artist Atsuko ...

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