Japan Fest Chicago 2026

Join us at a premier Midwest festival on July 11th & 12th celebrating Japanese culture and community!
From taiko drums to J-pop, kimono fashion to anime art, and Japanese sweets to street food favorites, Japan Fest Chicago brings together the best of old and new Japan— this time, held on two spectacular days!
Hosted by the Chicago Japanese American Council (CJAC), a coalition of 12 Japanese and Japanese American organizations dedicated to promoting Japanese culture and heritage in the United States.
Head to our website for more information: japanfest-chicago.org/