May 31st | JAPAN Fes New York @Upper East Side

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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: Upper East Side(1st Avenue, 71st-72nd st)

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Teriyaki Chicken Skewers By kaobeicanyin

Enjoy the authentic taste of Japan with tender Japanese-style teriyaki chicken skewers, cooked to perfection and full of delicious, smoky flavor!

Onigiri by Onigiri Town

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

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.

Gyutan skewers by J's Kitchen

Featured by Japanese NY local newspaper, juicy Gyutan the beef tongue skewers by the top 50th chef in Japan is coming.

Okonomiyaki by Oconomi

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

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!

Juicy Kobe beef yakitori by Yakitori Tatsu

The best Japanese grilled food is… Yakitori! ️ Yakitori is Japanese meat skewers! Comes with juicy meat and vegetables like green onion!

PC: @newyork.foodguide

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.

Fluffy Imagawayaki by Catmint Wheel Cake

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.

Katsu Sando and Donburi by Mr.K Katsu Sando

Deep fried Chicken Breaded sandwich with white bread serve with Japanese mayo and Katsu sauce

Ichigo Daifuku, Matcha Drink by Himawari

(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.

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.

Ikayaki, matcha snow ice by HappyL

Ikayaki and matcha kakigori shaved ice

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.

Inarizushi/Matcha Drinks by Inari Zushi

Inarizushi, Matcha Drinks

Purple Silky Paste Ice Cream/Yellow Silky Paste Ice Cream by Hello, Yam!

Sweet potato/silky paste are imported from Japan

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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Matcha Milk Tea By Kungfu Dessert

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!

Sugarcane Juice By Cane Sip NYC

Freshly pressed sugarcane juice with a twist – customize your drink with matcha, lemon, ginger, or mint for a refreshing, energizing experience!

Mochi Waffles By Bake Me Luck

Try mochi waffles which is made with mochiko sweet rice flour. The texture is crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. They provide flavor options including mango sticky rice ,matcha ,strawberry and boba pearls.

Sauce Meat Bao By HeavenBao

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 By Chan Bai Mei Desserts

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!

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

Juice blends with an OJ base/Matcha + Orange Drink by Orange Juice Blends

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.

Baos in shiitake mushroom flavor by Master Bao

Baos in shiitake mushroom flavor

One-bite Karaage by Taiwanese Yummy

One-bite karaage! Fresh boneless chicken thighs marinated with natural ingredients seasoned with a secret chicken powder and fresh basil.

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!

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