Japan Village is hosting a vibrant evening of refreshing beer, food, live performances, and vendors
Celebrate Ainu culture with presentations, demonstrations, workshops, and film screenings at Japan Society
Here’s where to cheer on Samurai Blue in the 2026 World Cup
The Japan Village Night Market in Brooklyn is taking place on Friday, May 29, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Japan Village Courtyard in Industry City.
Step into an intimate weekend where ancient craftsmanship meets modern flavor and indulge in a curated tasting of premium Japanese sake.
The fifth annual Japan Parade & Street Fair will be held on Saturday, May 9, beginning at 1:00 p.m. New York City’s showcase of Japanese culture begins on Central Park West at W. 81st Street and travels south to W. 67th Street. This vibrant event celebrates the friendship between New York City and Japan with a heartfelt “thank you” from the Japanese community.
Sample 492 different sake at The Joy of Sake in NYC on April 30!
JAPAN Fes, considered the world's largest Japanese food festival, begins its 2026 street fair season this weekend with two events: this Saturday, March 28 in the East Village and Sunday, March 29 in Midtown West.
The Japanese Students Association of Columbia University (JSA) presents its Matsuri 2026 this Sunday, March 29.
Oishii Miniatures hosts this miniature food-making workshop, a hands-on event where participants will create a realistic miniature bowl of ramen.
Japan Village hosts event to celebrate Japanese tradition of welcoming good luck
Wasan Brooklyn’s Eho-Maki Week
Setsubun and where to find it in NYC
Dassai Blue Sake Brewery hosts a collaboration workshop that blends contemporary art with Japanese wagashi, the delicate tradition of handcrafted sweets.
Looking for a romantic, meaningful, and unforgettable Valentine’s gift? Join Japanese calligraphy artist Taisan Tanaka for his popular monthly workshop at Kato Sake Works in Brooklyn.
Peek behind the curtain of the DASSAI MOON Project at this special Japan Society event. Photo ©DASSAI
As we welcome the New Year, Wasan Brooklyn is sharing two essential Japanese traditions that mark the end the year and the beginning of the new one: Toshikoshi Soba and Osechi.
Celebrate the holiday season with Ramen NYC at Jin Ramen Hamilton Heights!
We are back with JapanCulture•NYC’s 2025 holiday gift guide. This year we take you back to storefronts throughout the area as we feature new establishments or Japanese-related businesses that may not be on your radar yet.
Best Ramen NYC to host its first meetup at Marufuku Ramen
Celebrate World Sake Day at six different events in NYC
Momoglobalflowers, a biodynamic farm in the Catskills, is hosting its fifth annual Shinrinyoku (forest bathing) outdoor concert and market. Enjoy an evening of music, food, and local artisans surrounded by the beauty and nature of the farm.
Enjoy the meditative art of Japanese Calligraphy with a glass of sake and sushi pairing!
Dassai Sake Series at Japan Society: Conversation with Dassai Chairman Hiroshi Sakurai and Keiko Ono Aoki, entrepreneur and CEO of Benihana of Tokyo
To introduce New Yorkers to the delights of Fukushima sake, the Fukushima government is hosting a free sake tasting at Union Square Wines & Spirits this Friday, June 13.
Experience a vibrant celebration of Japanese culture with delicious food, captivating performances, and engaging activities. Since 2006, Matsuri has brought the Columbia community and New Yorkers together for an unforgettable day of cultural exchange.
Join the world’s largest sake tasting in NYC on April 10, 2024! Sample 587 premium sakes & enjoy bites from top restaurants. Get tickets now!
Taste of Okinawa in NY Food Festival
Japan Village’s annual Summer Festival is a free Japanese event that brings together nearly 8,000 attendees for a day of food, games, and cultural performances.