Aug 3rd | JAPAN Fes New York @Upper West Side

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: UWS(Broadway 103-105 W)
Our Exclusive
Japanese vendors
Cool down with a colorful lineup of refreshing Yakult drinks — from juicy Mango and Lychee to tangy Passion Fruit and zesty Lime. Every sip is a burst of probiotic goodness blended with fruity flair!
Savor iconic Japanese comfort food with every bite! From the hearty Gyu Don (beef bowl) to the crispy, flavor-packed Katsu Sandwich, and the simple yet satisfying Onigiri (rice balls), this vendor brings beloved Japanese staples straight to your hands. A perfect trio for every craving! 🍱🥢
🔥 Taste the true essence of Japanese street food! Savor perfectly grilled Yakitori — skewers of tender Beef, juicy Chicken, and flavorful Lamb, all glazed with rich tare sauce and flame-kissed to perfection. Don’t miss the smoky, mouthwatering Grilled Squid!
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.
Featured by Japanese NY local newspaper, juicy Gyutan the beef tongue skewers by the top 50th chef in Japan is coming.
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!
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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
(Ichigo Daifuku) is sweet red bean paste stuffed in a ball of mochi dough. Place the strawberry on top of the mochi. (Matcha Latte) Japanese drink made from matcha powder, milk or a dairy substitute, and sweetener.
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!
Charcoal-grilled lamb skewers, beef short ribs, and squid—flame-kissed and full of flavor.
Seasoned with Japanese spices like sansho and yuzu kosho for a bold, East-meets-West twist.
Pair it all with refreshing peach or lemon iced tea for the perfect festival bite!
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!
Experience the perfect balance of flavors and textures with our hand-made Sauce Meat Bao, crispy Pan-Fried Bao, refreshing Cold Noodles, and smooth Bean Jelly—crafted with care, including delicious vegetarian options like Scallion Pancakes and Vegetable Bao!✨
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!!
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!