Haisai Festa! Enjoy Okinawan cuisine, dance and music in Kawasaki, close to Tokyo and Haneda Airport
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Haisai FESTA 2025, the largest Okinawa festival in the Tokyo Metropolitan area will be held from May 3rd (Sat) to May 6th (Tue, National Holiday) at La Cittadella, a commercial facility in front of Kawasaki Station, close to Tokyo and Haneda. This is your chance to experience Okinawan cuisine and culture without going to Okinawa!
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Hello! This is the Kawasaki City Tourism Association. We will introduce the charms of Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, that will make you want to visit the city. ◆About Kawasaki City◆ Kawasaki City is a popular commuter town with 1.54 million people, located in Kanagawa Prefecture next to Tokyo, 15 minutes from Haneda Airport, a few minutes from Tokyo's major stations, and close to Yokohama, Kamakura, and Hakone. It is a big city close to Tokyo and Yokohama, but only known to those in the know, with shopping centers where Japan's main shops are gathered together and downtown areas where locals gather, allowing you to experience the real urban life of Japan. It is famous for its factory night view born from the industrial area that supported Japan's high economic growth, but it also flourished as one of the "Tokaido Fifty-three Stations", a post town on the "Tokaido", the main artery from Tokyo to Kyoto that was developed by the shogun who founded the Edo Shogunate, and is home to Kawasaki Daishi, which is visited by one of the largest worshippers in Japan on New Year's visits, and the Japanese Folk House Museum, which has 25 old houses designated as cultural properties. The museum of the popular anime "Doraemon" is also popular. Here are some popular tourist spots and events. ◇Kawasaki City Factory Night View This industrial area supported Japan's high economic growth period. At night, the factories that operate 24 hours a day turn on their work lights in the plants and transform into a fantastical world studded with jewels. You can experience this "factory night view" on a bus tour or a houseboat cruise tour. ◇Ikuta Green Space Although it is located in a city just a few minutes from Tokyo, it has a spectacular natural environment including rows of metasequoia trees. At the Japanese Folk House Garden, you can experience 25 old houses designated as cultural properties, and you can experience indigo dyeing, which has been traditionally practiced in this area, and there is also an art museum of Taro Okamoto, a popular avant-garde artist. You can also enjoy cherry blossoms in the spring. ◇Fujiko F. Fujio Museum, Kawasaki The museum displays original drawings by Fujiko F. Fujio, the manga artist who created Doraemon, a manga beloved around the world, especially in Asia, as well as the desk that Fujiko F. Fujio actually used. In addition, life-size items are installed, and you can actually eat the food that appears in the work, so you can enter the world of the work. ◇Kawasaki Sanno Festival The largest festival in the Kawasaki area, held every August at Inage Shrine, is a highlight of the festival, with a large portable shrine procession. ◇Kanamara Festival A festival at Kanayama Shrine held on the first Sunday of April. A portable shrine shaped like a penis is carried out, and it is famous for granting fertility and finding love, and many foreign tourists visit.
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- Haisai FESTA 2025 will be held from Saturday, May 3rd to Tuesday, May 6th (National Holiday)
- From Tokyo or Haneda Airport to "Okinawa by train"
- There will be Okinawa gourmet food stalls where you can enjoy Okinawa's food culture to the fullest!
- Don't miss the impressive Eisa dance performance! This year, Okinawa's traditional "Michijune" (parade) will be shown for the first time.
- Remember! This year's recommended word for "Haisai FESTA" is "Chondara"
- A free live performance where you can feel the freedom of being immersed in Okinawan music
- One-day only "Haisai Festa 2025 Music Festival"
- Okinawa Fair to be held in conjunction with Haisai FESTA!
- Main Venue: La Cittadella
- Event Outline
Haisai FESTA 2025 will be held from Saturday, May 3rd to Tuesday, May 6th (National Holiday)
Eat, listen, see, feel. The real Okinawa comes together!
"Haisai FESTA 2025" is the largest Okinawa festival in the Tokyo metropolitan area, which will be held over four days from May 3rd (Sat) to May 6th (Tues, holiday), attracting more than 200,000 people every year. It is an event that brings together Okinawan cuisine, traditional dance (eisa), music, outdoor live performances, and more. Experience Okinawan culture in Kawasaki, close to Tokyo and Haneda Airport!
From Tokyo or Haneda Airport to "Okinawa by train"
In Kawasaki, just a short distance from the city center, you can enjoy an exciting time that feels like traveling to Okinawa without having to board a plane.
Kawasaki Station in Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, is easily accessible, just 9 minutes from Shinagawa, 8 minutes from Yokohama, and 15 minutes from Haneda Airport. The area will be significantly expanded to include the shopping complex "La Cittadella," a large commercial facility at the east exit of Kawasaki Station, and the downtown area, such as "Kawasaki Ginryugai," the largest shopping street in the station area that stretches for about 200 meters, making this the largest event ever.
There will be Okinawa gourmet food stalls where you can enjoy Okinawa's food culture to the fullest!
It's like going on a trip around the islands of Okinawa, with food stalls where you can encounter delicious gourmet food from each region. More than 100 stores will be set up, the largest number ever. You can enjoy carefully selected authentic flavors from the main island to the outlying islands.
Gourmet food stall (image)
Goat soup (image)
Ishigaki Burger (image)
Pork and egg rice ball (image)
Don't miss the impressive Eisa dance performance! This year, Okinawa's traditional "Michijune" (parade) will be shown for the first time.
Eisa is a traditional Okinawan performing art that involves dancing and singing to the beat of drums as people march down the streets to welcome the spirits of their ancestors back to earth during the Japanese cultural holiday "Obon" (the day when the spirits of their ancestors return to earth). The march is called "michijune ."
Remember! This year's recommended word for "Haisai FESTA" is "Chondara"
What is the "Chondara"? An indispensable presence in the traditional Eisa performing art
In Okinawa's traditional Eisa performing arts, clown performers excite the audience and inspire the dancers. They are characterized by white makeup, unique costumes, humorous movements and calls. They play an important role and are loved by many customers at Haisai FESTA for their unique presence.
A free live performance where you can feel the freedom of being immersed in Okinawan music
It's a big hit every year! This year, we will be holding a "free live concert" where you can fully experience Okinawa's rich music culture in an open venue and a lively atmosphere. From pop to folk songs, more than 40 artists from Okinawa or with ties to Okinawa will be performing this year to liven up the venue.
*Please check the website for details on performing groups and schedules.
Venue: Special stage inside La Cittadella
(Arena Citta & Central Fountain Square)
Admission: Free
One-day only "Haisai Festa 2025 Music Festival"
The Haisai FESTA 2025 Music Festival will also be held!
A one-day only "music festival" will also be held! Experience the Okinawan spirit with a heart-warming stage performance of many hit songs.
Top artists who lead Okinawan music will gather at CLUB CITTA' for a one-day-only collaboration stage. Enjoy a luxurious time immersed in the sounds of Okinawa that you can't experience anywhere else.
Cast: Kazufumi Miyazawa, Yu Shimabukuro (BEGIN), Kiiyama Shoten, Claudia Oshiro, Nenes
Band members: Guitarist Hiroto Sueyoshi, Bassist Shunnosuke (HoRookies), Keyboardist Mina Shirakawa, Drummer Shuntaro (HoRookies)
Date: May 6th (Tuesday, National Holiday)
Time: 17:30 start (16:30 open) Venue: CLUB CITTA'
How to watch: All seats are reserved Price: Advance tickets 7,000 yen (on sale from Thursday, March 27, 2025) / Same-day tickets 7,700 yen (on sale at the CLUB CITTA' entrance from 16:00 on the day)
*A drink fee of 600 yen is required upon entry.
・Ticket Pia (P code: 295-711) URL https://w.pia.jp/t/haisaifesta2025/
eplus URL: https://eplus.jp/haisai2025/
• May 3rd (Saturday) to 5th (Monday, holiday) "Haisai FESTA" Headquarters Information
Okinawa Fair to be held in conjunction with Haisai FESTA!
Each restaurant in La Cittadella brings together exquisite gourmet food nurtured by the great nature of Okinawa!
This year's Okinawa Fair will introduce a new menu item, "Uruma Recommended Gourmet." You can enjoy a special menu using carefully selected ingredients from Uruma City, Okinawa. In addition, the lineup will also include the "Kumejima Gourmet," which is very popular every year! Please enjoy the taste of Okinawa's extreme cuisine, which can only be tasted here!
Period: April 14th (Mon) - May 18th (Sun) 2025 (35 days) Offering stores: 21 La Cittadella restaurants, 42 menus
https://lacittadella.co.jp/lp/haisai/fair/
Main Venue: La Cittadella
Opened in 2002, La Cittadella was modeled after an Italian hill town and is home to the largest cinema in the Tokyo metropolitan area, Cinecitta, a large live music venue, Club Citta, as well as shops and restaurants, beauty and wellness facilities, wedding services and more. It is a town characterized by a wide variety of entertainment.
https://lacittadella.co.jp/
Event Outline
Event period: Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 - Tuesday, May 6th (National Holiday)
Venue: La Cittadella and others
Planning and production: Citta Entertainment Co., Ltd.
There are other experience tours available!
Lots of fun! Click here for information about Kawasaki!
Kawasaki City Tourism Association website
Hello! This is the Kawasaki City Tourism Association. We will introduce the charms of Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, that will make you want to visit the city. ◆About Kawasaki City◆ Kawasaki City is a popular commuter town with 1.54 million people, located in Kanagawa Prefecture next to Tokyo, 15 minutes from Haneda Airport, a few minutes from Tokyo's major stations, and close to Yokohama, Kamakura, and Hakone. It is a big city close to Tokyo and Yokohama, but only known to those in the know, with shopping centers where Japan's main shops are gathered together and downtown areas where locals gather, allowing you to experience the real urban life of Japan. It is famous for its factory night view born from the industrial area that supported Japan's high economic growth, but it also flourished as one of the "Tokaido Fifty-three Stations", a post town on the "Tokaido", the main artery from Tokyo to Kyoto that was developed by the shogun who founded the Edo Shogunate, and is home to Kawasaki Daishi, which is visited by one of the largest worshippers in Japan on New Year's visits, and the Japanese Folk House Museum, which has 25 old houses designated as cultural properties. The museum of the popular anime "Doraemon" is also popular. Here are some popular tourist spots and events. ◇Kawasaki City Factory Night View This industrial area supported Japan's high economic growth period. At night, the factories that operate 24 hours a day turn on their work lights in the plants and transform into a fantastical world studded with jewels. You can experience this "factory night view" on a bus tour or a houseboat cruise tour. ◇Ikuta Green Space Although it is located in a city just a few minutes from Tokyo, it has a spectacular natural environment including rows of metasequoia trees. At the Japanese Folk House Garden, you can experience 25 old houses designated as cultural properties, and you can experience indigo dyeing, which has been traditionally practiced in this area, and there is also an art museum of Taro Okamoto, a popular avant-garde artist. You can also enjoy cherry blossoms in the spring. ◇Fujiko F. Fujio Museum, Kawasaki The museum displays original drawings by Fujiko F. Fujio, the manga artist who created Doraemon, a manga beloved around the world, especially in Asia, as well as the desk that Fujiko F. Fujio actually used. In addition, life-size items are installed, and you can actually eat the food that appears in the work, so you can enter the world of the work. ◇Kawasaki Sanno Festival The largest festival in the Kawasaki area, held every August at Inage Shrine, is a highlight of the festival, with a large portable shrine procession. ◇Kanamara Festival A festival at Kanayama Shrine held on the first Sunday of April. A portable shrine shaped like a penis is carried out, and it is famous for granting fertility and finding love, and many foreign tourists visit.
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