Exciting news for food lovers! JAPAN Fes is back in New York City, bringing the world’s largest Japanese food festival to town. With over 500,000 annual attendees and 1,500 vendors, this event is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Japanese cuisine.

The festival will feature a variety of vendors offering everything from ramen and Takoyaki to matcha sweets and yakisoba. Plus, there will be live performances, traditional Japanese crafts, and plenty of opportunities to immerse yourself in Japanese culture.

Want to check it out? The festival will be held at multiple locations across NYC throughout the year, including Park Slope, Upper East Side, and Midtown. You can find more details on their official website.

The Japanese Food Fest, known as JAPAN Fes, was founded by Dragon Yamamoto, an entrepreneur from Okayama, Japan, who moved to New York in 2011. He aimed to create opportunities to promote Japanese culture through food, music, and art. Since its inception, JAPAN Fes has grown into the world’s largest Japanese festival, attracting over 1,000,000 visitors and 2,000 vendors across 70 events globally, including New York City, Paris, and Tokyo locations.

The festival brings together local and international vendors, offering Japanese cuisine, from ramen and Takoyaki to okonomiyaki and yakisoba. It also features traditional Japanese clothing, art, and live performances, making it a full cultural experience.

JAPAN Fes continues to expand, uniting cultures and fostering connections through food and shared experiences. If you plan to attend, expect an exciting mix of flavors and traditions! 

 Japan Fes. 2025 NYC: Dates, Locations, + More

May 18 – Park Slope, June 7 – Midtown West, June 15 – Park Slope

June 22 – Upper West Side

June 28 – Midtown

July 6 – Midtown East

July 12 – Chelsea

July 20 – Times Square

August 3 – Upper West Side

August 9 – Greenwich Village

August 24 – East Village

September 6 – Upper East Side

September 13 – Chelsea

September 20 – Upper West Side

October 5 – Chelsea

October 18 – East Village

October 26 – Upper West Side

November 8 – East Village