Jan 26 | JAPAN Fes @Midtown West

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JAPAN Fes renowned as the world's largest Japanese food festival, with over 1,000,000 projected annual attendees and 2,000 vendors, we proudly host the world's largest Japanese food festival. 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! 💗

HOURS:10AM-6PM

LOCATION UPDATE: Midtown West (Bryant Park 40th 5th-6th Ave)

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Onigiri by Onigiri Town

Onigiri flavored, Ses salt, Tuna-mayo, and grilled salmon!

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.

Anime merches by Aoho Anime

Get your favorite anime character!

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!

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.

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.

Takoyaki by J's Kitchen New York

Takoyaki is a soul food from Osaka and in Kansai region. They are made from flour, Dashi broth, octopus, tempura and some vegetables.

Ikayaki, matcha snow ice by HappyL

Ikayaki and matcha kakigori shaved ice

Hokkaido Recipe Baked Cheese Tart/ Egg Tart by Hokkaido Baked Cheese Tart

Our resident bakers worked with counterparts from Hokkaido, Japan to further improve the recipe of this baked pastry to ensure sustainable uniqueness in its taste and texture. The soft and creamy center is made with a blend of three different high-quality specialty cheeses; piped into a crunchy shortcrust pastry base.

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.

Exciting Manga by Vandel Marchen

Exciting manga from Vandel Marchen

Inarizushi/Matcha Drinks by Inari Zushi

Inarizushi, Matcha Drinks

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

Riceball, Karaage, Edamame, Sausage

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

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Fruit Tanghulu by Kingdom of Tanghulu

Tanghulu is typically consists of candied fruits, usually hawthorns, skewered on bamboo sticks. The fruits are coated in a hard, sugary shell made by boiling sugar until it caramelizes. This combination of sweet, crispy sugar and tart fruit makes Tanghulu a beloved treat.

Asian food by TJ Big Pan

Grilled leg of lamb

Candy Fruit by Sweet Crunch TangHulu

Candy fruit

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!

Candy Appls by Chan Bai Mei Desert Inc

Candy Apples popular amongst youth in Japan!

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