Cultural Festivals
Japan-Korea Exchange Festival
Sep 25 – Sep 27, 15:00–20:00 · Korean Cultural Center in Japan, Shinjuku · Tokyo
Dates
- Sep 25 – Sep 27, 2026, 15:00–20:00
About this event
SummaryThe 18th annual Japan-Korea Exchange Festival 2026 in Tokyo celebrates cultural ties between the two nations with music, food, and interactive experiences.
Highlights
- Features music, dance, Korean cuisine, and K-Beauty experiences.
- Includes exchange programs focused on young people from both countries.
- Hosts six stages with performances from Japan and South Korea.
- Offers a lottery for exciting prizes and limited program access on the opening day.
Details
The festival, which began in Seoul in 2005 and has been held annually in Tokyo since 2009, is the largest Japan-Korea exchange event. This year's theme is "Taking a New Step Towards a Better Future." The venue is the Korean Cultural Center in Japan, utilizing various floors for diverse activities. Attendees can see, eat, experience, learn about, and exchange with Korean culture. The event includes stages for music and dance, a food area for Korean cuisine, interactive exhibits, and programs for youth interaction. Performers include the Korean singer-songwriter Lee Mujin, the Korean dance studio 1MILLION, and the Japanese professional dance team Valuence INFINITIES. Other acts include the non-verbal LED performance group Nukim Communication, violinist Lee Hyeongjong, pianist Haruna Koide, and the K-POP dance production KPOP RANDOM DANCE JAPAN. Stage viewing requires prior registration via an application deadline of September 13, 2026. The schedule includes a classical concert, LED performances, K-POP dance, street dance, and a K-POP concert. All content, performers, and schedules are subject to change, and details are available on the official website.
