Some food festivals are so good, you wish they’d happen more than a few times each year. And for those who savor the delightful flavors and cuisine of Japan, you’re in luck. Japan Fes is back in NYC for 2025, announcing dates and events throughout the Big Apple from now through November.
Every Japan Fes introduces Japanese culture and cuisine to different neighborhoods throughout New York City. And with vendors who have been featured in publications, like Food Network, The New York Times, and The Today Show, food enthusiasts don’t want to miss it!
Japan Fes Brings Japanese Culture to Streets Around the World
Japan Fes was started in New York City in 2016 with entrepreneur Dragon Yamamoto at the helm. This Japanese food festival was created to celebrate the vibrant culture of Japan and bring it to the streets of cities across the world.
Today, Japan Fes is one of the biggest Japanese food festivals globally. They project over 1,000,000 annual visitors and more than 2,000 exquisite vendors. Experience this festival for yourself!
Japan Fes in New York City
Enjoy delicious (and affordable!) Japanese treats like yakisoba, ramen, okonomiyaki, takoyaki, taiyaki, and more at Japan Fes in 2025. Sizzling street food and bustling markets are a part of Japanese culture that bring people together. This experience is brought to the streets of NYC in different neighborhoods throughout the year from now until early November.
Japan Fes NYC 2025: Full Event Schedule
- April 5th – East Village
- April 6th – Upper West Side
- April 19th – Upper West Side
- April 20th – Chelsea
- April 26th – Chelsea
- April 27th – Astoria
- May 4th – Upper West Side
- May 10th – Chelsea
- May 18th – Park Slope
- June 7th – Midtown West
- June 15th – Park Slope
- June 22nd – Upper West Side
- June 28th – Midtown
- July 6th – Midtown East
- July 12th – Chelsea
- July 20th – Times Square
- August 3rd – Upper West Side
- August 9th – Greenwich Village
- August 24th – East Village
- September 6th – Upper East Side
- September 13th – Chelsea
- September 20th – Upper West Side
- October 5th – Chelsea
- October 18th – East Village
- October 26th – Upper West Side
- November 8th – East Village
New York City celebrates diversity in the city with festivals from cultures around the globe. Don't miss your chance to immerse yourself in the flavors, sights, and traditions of Japan, right here in NYC at Japan Fes 2025!
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