Japan Fest Leicester

Get ready, Leicester! Japan FEST is coming this April — and we’re just getting started! 🎌✨Join us on Sunday 26th April at Mattioli Woods Welford Road Stadium (Leicester Tigers Rugby Stadium) for a colourful celebration of Japanese culture, music, food, and creativity. We’re still crafting the full experience, but here’s a sneak peek at what we’re planning so far… 👀

What to Expect (So Far!)

🎵 Stage Performances

• Thunderous taiko drumming from Leicester Taiko
• A lively Hatsune Miku tribute with DJ Manimal & Cersina
• Live J-Pop vibes from LeLe
• The elegant sounds of Aki Kitagawa on koto
• Special appearance by voice actor Brian Beacock
• Fascinating Japanese culture talks
• PLUS features on natto, sake, bonsai, and more!

Activities & Experiences

🎴 Shogi
👘 Kimono try-on
🍶 Sake tasting
🚗 Japanese anime wrap cars
🌱 Bonsai displays…and other surprises in the works!
👗Cosplay Parade
🍥Food & Drink

Get ready to feast at our Japanese street-food corner!

• Oishi – takoyaki, yakisoba, gyoza, bubble tea
• Food of Japan – Japanese curry, snacks, onigiri

More vendors may join soon!

Tickets
£11 + booking fees
11am–5pm

More details are coming very soon!
We’re still building the full lineup, activities, and schedules — so keep an eye out. Exciting announcements are on the way!