Food Events in Japan

Ramen Expo 2026

Taste the depth of Japan's ramen experiences here

Japan Umeshu Festa

This festival shines a spotlight on plum wine.

King of Pasta

Skilled chefs craft creative pasta dishes with a local twist. And you get to decide who earns the top spot.

Roasted Sweet Potato Festival

Celebrate one of Japan’s favorite autumn treats at the Yakiimo Festival in Osaka.

Wazuka Tea Festival

You’ve heard of Uji, but did you know that around half of Kyoto’s tea comes from this tiny town?

Utsunomiya Gyoza Festival

Satisfy those gyoza cravings here.

Kyoto Meat Festival

Bring an appetite.

Hiroshima Sake Festival

Sake is the lifeblood of this small town in Hiroshima. Take part in its annual sake festival.

Sapporo Autumn Festival

Sapporo Autumn Fest offers a taste of Hokkaidō's finest flavors at Ōdōri Park.

Food Stall Festival

Find out why Osaka is nicknamed Japan's kitchen at this food stall festival featuring restaurants from across the city.

Aichi Nostalgic Car Festival

Pair the shine of vintage chrome with the sizzle of Aichi’s food trucks.

Osaka Ice Cream Expo (Aipaku)

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Sakai Oouo Big Fish Night Market and Fireworks

This one-night summer festival in Osaka features a fish auction, food stalls, and over 700 years of tradition. Bonus: fireworks.

Osaka Whisky Festival

Neat, on the rocks, or with a twist. However you like it, Whisky Festival Osaka is serving up a dram good time.

Harapeko Circus Osaka

This Golden Week, over 40 of Kansai's most loved eateries gather at Tsurumi Ryokuchi.

Kyoto Vegan Gourmet Festival Spring

Broaden your plant-based horizons at the Kyoto Vegan Gourmet Festival.

Gekkeikan Sake Festival

Join the Gekkeikan Sake Brewery Festival in Kyoto and dive into the world of traditional sake brewing, complete with tastings, live performances, and much more.

Inuyama Castle Town Local Sake Festival

Sample local sake and have a good time at the Inuyama Castle Town Local Sake Festival.

Kujuku Islands Oyster Eating Festival

Feast on this winter delicacy that was fetched fresh from nearby waters.

Miyajima Oyster Festival

Chow down on cheap oysters at one of the most beautiful spots in Japan.

Sake Festival Osaka Bay Tower

This festival in Osaka offers traditional Japanese libations and more.

Dam Sake Festival

The sake featured at this Nagoya festival have been aged in local dams.

Osaka Sake Meets Week

Taste iconic sake from some of the most renowned sake breweries in Japan at this Osaka event.

Umeda Sky Okonomiyaki Festival

From trick art photo spots to hands-on cooking, this is a joyful ode to konamon, Osaka's beloved flour-based foods.