- One of the largest Japanese Festivals in Orange County will be held in Anaheim at STC Gardenwalk on June 16 and 17, 2023.

- Various authentic Japanese foods, Japanese pop culture, Anime, Cosplay, Entertainment, Merchandise, fun activities, and much more!

- Free Admission: a fun event for all ages, families, alcohol enthusiasts, food influencers, and for anyone who loves Japanese culture, or interested in learning about Japanese culture.

 

Special Featured Events: Yokocho Fest, Goodie Bag, Lucky Raffle

ANAHEIM, CALIF. - Taste of Japan! The previous event in 2022 was the first festival held since COVID-19, and it garnered over 30,000 people! Located in STC Anaheim GardenWalk, an outdoor entertainment and shopping center located a block east of the Disneyland Resort in the Anaheim Resort District of Anaheim, California.

Bringing all of your favorite foods all-in-one place! Get a taste of Japan with more than 50 of the best Japanese vendors in Southern California! Everything from traditional Japanese food such as Ramen, Takoyaki, Yakitori to other various street foods, you’ll find something you’ll love! There will be entertainment on the main stage throughout the day, such as Japanese drummers, martial artists, anime, a chance for you to experience Japanese Pop Culture.

For the first time ever, we will be hosting Yokocho Fest! “Yokocho” is Japanese for “alleyway”, a place where you can both eat and drink to your heart’s content! Let us take you on a full beer & sake experience, an authentic glimpse into Japan’s local drinking culture, and learn about the arts & culture of Japanese Beer, Sake, & Shochu. Walk-ins are available, as well as “Yokocho Package” and “VIP Gold Package” available for purchase, for a more enhanced experience with premium sake tasting, sponsor goodies, and more! Located on lower sea level, Yokocho Fest is supported by (JAMA) Japanese American Media Association.

Limited Goodie Bags and Yokocho Package/VIP Gold Package are available now for purchase on our website, so don’t miss out on early bird prices!

For more info, please visit: www.tasteofjpn.com