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Kumamoto Ramen Festival
Food FestivalRamen festival featuring Kumamoto's rich tonkotsu ramen.
KyushuFebruaryModerate crowd
Food Festival Festivals
15 festivals found
Food festivals showcase Japan's extraordinary regional cuisine and culinary craftsmanship. From ramen and yakitori competitions to wagyu beef celebrations and sake tasting events, these festivals let visitors sample local specialties. Many feature cooking demonstrations, food stall competitions, and rare dishes only available during the festival.
Plan Food Festival festivals in Japan
15 listed festivals
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Kobe Beef Festival
Food FestivalFestival celebrating world-famous Kobe beef in Kobe city.
KansaiNovemberModerate crowd
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Wajima Morning Market Festival
Food FestivalFestival at one of Japan's three great morning markets in Wajima.
ChubuJuneModerate crowd
Free
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Mito Natto Festival
Food FestivalFestival celebrating Mito's famous natto (fermented soybeans).
KantoMarchModerate crowd
Free
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Nagoya Festival Miso Katsu
Food FestivalFestival featuring Nagoya's signature miso katsu and other local dishes.
ChubuMayModerate crowd
