Apr 27th | JAPAN Fes New York @Astoria

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: Astoria (Steinway, broadway - 34)
Our Exclusive
Japanese vendors
Enjoy the authentic taste of Japan with tender Japanese-style teriyaki chicken skewers, cooked to perfection and full of delicious, smoky flavor!
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.
The only freshly made gluten-free soufflé pancakes in NYC—crafted with care and perfected for that soft, jiggly, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Our menu also features a selection of delicious drinks, including the refreshing matcha latte, the floral sakura latte, the unique combination of matcha and sakura in the matcha sakura latte, and the rich and creamy Hokkaido milk tea.
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
The best Japanese grilled food is… Yakitori! ️ Yakitori is Japanese meat skewers! Comes with juicy meat and vegetables like green onion!
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The Best Ramen in the U.S. by Thrillist! The champion of JAPAN Fes Ramen Contest on 2016 and 2017.
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.
Juicy chicken yakitori flavored only with sea salt. It’s simple, but it’s the best.
Deep fried Chicken Breaded sandwich with white bread serve with Japanese mayo and Katsu sauce
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 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 is a soul food from Osaka and in Kansai region. They are made from flour, Dashi broth, octopus, tempura and some vegetables.
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
Our ‘和洋折衷’ (Japanese-International Fusion) Vendors!
Start your sweet adventure with refreshing Matcha Milk Tea, creamy soft serve ice cream in matcha, strawberry, taro, and coconut milk, and fluffy cotton candy in strawberry, blueberry, and classic flavors. Treat yourself to vibrant fruit desserts like candied haws (tanghulu), chocolate-covered fruits, coconut milk fruit, and milk tea fruit — a delightful mix of Japanese tradition and festival fun!
Sip the taste of summer — from classic lemonade to tropical blends like mango, passion fruit, and piña colada!
Dive into a world of flavor — from crispy tempura to juicy grilled shrimp, served with bold sauces like teriyaki, ponzu, and chili garlic!
Freshly pressed sugarcane juice with a twist – customize your drink with matcha, lemon, ginger, or mint for a refreshing, energizing experience!
Candied fruit is fresh fruit that has been slowly cooked in sugar syrup, preserving its natural flavor while adding a delicious sweetness. With a glossy, chewy texture, it’s perfect as a snack, dessert topping, or ingredient in baked goods. Popular worldwide, it’s a timeless treat enjoyed for its vibrant taste and long-lasting freshness!
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.
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.
Combination of fluffy bread and tender pork! Wanna eat something different from hamburgers?
JAPANFes offers you many kinds of great Asian menus!!
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!