Aug 25 | JAPAN Fes @East Village / vol. 115

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: East Village (4th Ave, 9th - 11th 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! 🏃

Our Exclusive
Japanese vendors
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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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 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!
Juicy and tender, everyone's favorite Japanese fried chicken, Karaage featured in the NY Times! Come try their best-selling karaage before they are sold out again!
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
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!
The best Japanese grilled food is… Yakitori! ️ Yakitori is Japanese meat skewers! Comes with juicy meat and vegetables like green onion!
PC: @newyork.foodguide
The Best Ramen in the U.S. by Thrillist! The champion of JAPAN Fes Ramen Contest on 2016 and 2017.
Japanese culture and Brooklyn lifestyle are combined! The coolest cloth is coming to JAPAN Fes!
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.
Japanese flavored bao buns with juicy teriyaki chicken and other delicious meats and flavors
doughnut-shaped sushi! old-fashioned vegan, eel-avocado, and salmon and cream cheese Mont Blanc delight!
Sushi tacos with crispy Shrimp tempura or unagi
Deep fried Chicken Breaded sandwich with white bread serve with Japanese mayo and Katsu sauce
Our onigiri is a Japanese snack with rice shaped like a triangle filled with savory goodness, wrapped in nori (seaweed).
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.
Popin’Cookin’ series of DIY Candy
Crafts for kids that foster creativity.
Our goal is to help curious children develop the creative skills necessary for growth through making and playing with our products.
Cream Puff : Our original recipe shell & custard, discovered in Osaka, Japan and is now available around the world.
Sweet potato/silky paste are imported from Japan
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!
Fruit Ame (Candy Fruits) in different flavors with different fruits such as Hawthorn with Matcha and Sakura flavors. Also enjoy their Japanese Style Drinks: Coffee Jelly Milk, Strawberry Milk, Matcha Latte
Chocolate Dipped & Cheesecake Filled Strawberries
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.
"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."
Fresh local Strawberries drenched in Belgian Chocolate or Japanese premium Matcha
One-bite karaage! Fresh boneless chicken thighs marinated with natural ingredients seasoned with a secret chicken powder and fresh basil.
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!
Shrimp Tempura with Sauce (Wasabi Aioli, Soy Garlic Glaze, Yum Yum Sauce, Furikake Mayo, Tonkatsu Sauce)
More & More!!
We will update soon on SNS and New Letter😚