Crowds flock to this delicious pop-up, which runs from spring through the fall, transforming parts of NYC into a sliver of Japan. This massive festival attracts more than 250,000 people every year. This year, it'll be held 20 times during the season running through October 28, making it the biggest JAPAN Fes yet. Locations include Chelsea, Astoria, NoMad, Park Slope, the East Village and more.
Snack on treats from 750 vendors inspired by Japanese and East Asian street food like takoyaki (octopus balls), sushi, gyoza, Korean-style rice hot dogs, Taiwanese popcorn chicken and much more. After you're full, shop for Japanese crafts and gifts featured at the event.
Here's the full JAPAN Fes schedule for 2023:
April
— April 15 in Chelsea
— April 29 in Chelsea
— April 30 in Astoria
May
— May 20 in NoMad
— May 21 in Park Slope
June
— June 4 in Midtown West
— June 17 in the East Village
— June 18 in Park Slope
July
— July 2 in Astoria
— July 15 in Chelsea
August
— August 26 in the East Village
— August 27 in the East Village
September
— September 9 in the Upper East Side
— September 16 in Chelsea
— September 17 in Chelsea
October
— October 7 in the East Village
— October 8 in the Upper West Side
— October 28 in the East Village
