Oct 6 | JAPAN Fes x Ramen Contest @Chelsea / vol. 121

Feb 13

JAPAN Fes is the biggest Japanese street fair in the world, having been visited by 500,000 people! Every Fes is set in a different neighborhood of NYC, introducing it to a slice of Japanese culture and cuisine. Our vendors have been featured in publications such as The New York Times, Food Network, and The Today Show as a testament to their dedication of serving the best representation of Japanese cooking. Come try the best of Japan! 💗

Come try the best of Japan! 💗

HOURS:10AM-6PM

LOCATION UPDATE: Chelsea (6th Ave 24th- 26th st)

🎌Visit JAPAN Fes on all the event dates in 2024 and receive special JAPAN Fes items!🎌

This year, we are upgrading our loyalty program with more rewards!! Every time you attend the event, stop by the JAPAN Fes tent with black JAPAN Fes flags, and you will receive one stamp 📲 Once you collect five stamps, you will receive JAPAN Fes merchandise 🤩🤩

Don't miss out on any of our exciting event dates! 🏃

Ramen Contest Contestants

Coming from JAPAN, **MENYA DAI** will show us the salt sauce that brings out the maximum flavor of the scallops and the creamy pork bone soup that has been cooked for a long time are the best match! Super premium noodles created by Menya Dai, which has won numerous awards in Japan, will be served at JAPAN Fes in New York!

A New York staple, **TORIBRO Ramen** will serve House made genuine organic chicken paitan soup featuring incredible flavor for this Ramen Contest, a classic!

Another New York local, **Youta Ramen**, will offer the Youta Tonkotsu Ramen. This housemade Fukuoka Tonkotsu is their signature dish, made with a broth that is kept on a rolling boil for 16 hours and slowly reduced by decreasing the temperature.

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Our Exclusive

Japanese vendors

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Matcha Croissant Cube by Softbite

Their signature fluffy soufflé-style pancakes, a beloved dessert hailing from Japan, are eager to make your acquaintance. At SoftBite, they are passionate about introducing these trendy Japanese delights to the hearts and taste buds of New Yorkers. You can enjoy the exclusive Matcha Croissant Cube only at JAPAN Fes!

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Wai Wai Karaage BENTO by BentOn

This bento is a traditional Japanese bento box that contains a well-balanced combination. Colorful and lively, and the bento is packed in a typically Japanese bento box container.

A5 Wagyu Kushi & A5 Wagyu Sando by J-Spec Wagyu Master

A5 Wagyu Kushi and A5 Wagyu Sando are juicy and luxurious Wagyu options by Jspec Wagyu Master 🍖✨ Jspec is serving the true quality of Japanese Wagyu beef. They are authorized to sell Ozaki and Kobe beef by the Japanese wagyu association 😳 They have also been featured in Forbes, Bloomberg, GOTHAM, or AVENUE! Don’t miss the mouthwatering juicy Japanese gourmet!

Okonomiyaki by Oconomi

Explore a savory paradise in the Japanese culture by trying out these delicious Japanese vegetable pancakes, Oconomiyaki by @oconomi_nyc Extra soft on the inside and topped with rich okonomiyaki sauce

AUTHENTIC OSAKA TAKOYAKI BY KARLSBALLS

KARLSBALLS TAKOYAKI is the only foreign takoyaki business recognized by the Japan Konamon Association in Osaka, Japan.

Karl and his team are fully dedicated to bringing real, authentic takoyaki to the west, buy using

premium ingredients, craft homemade takoyaki sauce, executed on special copper molds not found anywhere in the United States. Come experience authentic, real takoyaki at Japan Fes by visiting Karl and is staff! Takoyaki is the most famous Japanese street food!!! Karl has been featured on NHK/BS1 news, Buzzfeed, The Cooking Channel, Vice Channel and many more media outlets!

Juicy Kobe beef yakitori by Yakitori Tatsu

The best Japanese grilled food is… Yakitori! ️ Yakitori is Japanese meat skewers! Comes with juicy meat and vegetables like green onion!

PC: @newyork.foodguide

Kagoshima Tonkotsu ramen by Menya Jiro

The Best Ramen in the U.S. by Thrillist! The champion of JAPAN Fes Ramen Contest on 2016 and 2017.

Fluffy Imagawayaki by Catmint Wheel Cake

Wheel Cake, also known as “Imagawayaki,” a Japanese dessert that originated in Japan featured in Insider. Not only do we select the freshest and highest quality ingredients to serve the best wheel cakes in town, but we have also spent months perfecting our recipes in order to deliver the most luscious and unique taste to everyone.

RAMEN by TORIBRO RAMEN INC

House made genuine organic chicken paitan soup featuring incredible flavor.

Ramen by MENYA DAI／麺家太威

Ramen

Japanese Grill Bird by Mongolian Skewers

Grill chicken

Ootoya Onigiri by America Ootoya Inc.

Ootoya Onigiri

Tonkotsu Ramen by Youta Ramen

The housemade Fukuoka Tonkotsu is our signature with 16 hours that we keep the broth on rolling boil and slowly reduced the broth at decreasing temperature.

Katsu Sando and Donburi by Mr.K Katsu Sando

Deep fried Chicken Breaded sandwich with white bread serve with Japanese mayo and Katsu sauce

Japanese Filipino Baked goods, desserts and dessert drinks. Twinkie Inspired Keyks, Kukis, and Baked Goods by Keyks

Japanese Filipino Baked goods, desserts and dessert drinks. Twinkie Inspired Keyks, Kukis, and Baked Goods.

Dango and Green Tea by Oh Dango

Dango is a traditional Japanese street food consisting of tasty mochi balls stacked on a skewer, coated with a special soy sauce and syrup, a perfect combo of savory and sweet flavor!

Sushi Tacos by Hoshino Sushi Tacos

Sushi tacos are a fusion dish that combines elements of Japanese sushi with the form factor of Mexican tacos. Instead of the traditional tortilla shell used in Mexican tacos, sushi tacos typically feature a crispy nori shell. The fillings often include a variety of sushi ingredients such as rice, raw fish (salmon and so on), beef, eel, cucumber, and other traditional sushi accompaniments. Sometimes, our house special fusion elements will be added for additional flavor.

Ikayaki, matcha snow ice by HappyL

Ikayaki and matcha kakigori shaved ice

Oden/match dessert by JASON DONG

Oden, egg-wrapped hot chicken flavor ramen w/ cheese and teriyaki sauce, matcha mille crepe cake , rice cracker made with millet and with matcha powder

Hokkaido milk tea by Cozy Tea Loft

Creamy tea made with Hokkaido milk here!

Cream Puff by Beard Papa’s

Cream Puff : Our original recipe shell & custard, discovered in Osaka, Japan and is now available around the world.

Inarizushi/Matcha Drinks by Inari Zushi

Inarizushi, Matcha Drinks

Purple Silky Paste Ice Cream/Yellow Silky Paste Ice Cream by Hello, Yam!

Sweet potato/silky paste are imported from Japan

Rice ball, Karaage, Takuwan, Japanese sausage by Musubin Inc.

Riceball, Karaage, Edamame, Sausage

MATCHA DRINK / MATCHA ICE CREAM by MAIKO TAN LLC

Matcha tea, Hojicha tea, Matcha latte, Hojicha latte, Matcha hojicha Ube and Peach Oolong ice cream, Matcha shaved ice , Strawberry Shaved Ice, Matcha Mochi waffles with Red bean cream

Our ‘和洋折衷’ (Japanese-International Fusion) Vendors!

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Candy Fruit by Sweet Crunch TangHulu

Candy fruit

AGUA FRESCA by NY AGUA FRESCA

MANGO FRESH SQUEEZED

Juice blends with an OJ base/Matcha + Orange Drink by Orange Juice Blends

Namek is a super refreshing matcha, yuzu and orange juice blend. Citrusy and earthy - imagine a tantalizing tango where the zesty essence of freshly squeezed oranges meets the serene embrace of smooth matcha.

Jewelry / Home Decor by Doty Chou Objects

"Introducing the ""Japan Fes Concrete Necklace,"" a minimalist masterpiece that blends contemporary design with traditional Japanese aesthetics. This exquisite necklace features a clear resin disc, elegantly suspended from a delicate gold chain. At the heart of the pendant lies a bold red circle, a nod to the iconic Japanese flag, symbolizing the rising sun and the spirit of harmony.

Crafted with precision, the pendant showcases the beauty of simplicity, making it a versatile accessory for any occasion. Whether you're dressing up for a special event or adding a touch of sophistication to your everyday look, the Japan Fes Concrete Necklace is a timeless piece that celebrates the fusion of modern artistry and cultural heritage."

Teriyaki chicken buns by C Bao

Combination of fluffy bread and tender pork! Wanna eat something different from hamburgers?

JAPANFes offers you many kinds of great Asian menus!!

Matcha Bubble drink by Tiger Tai

Do you want to try sweet boba tea? They bring Matcha drink especially for JAPAN Fes! Cold Matcha drink with chewy boba is the best drink to hang around the event with!