# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Japan Fest Leicester
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Get ready, Leicester! Japan FEST is coming this April — and we’re just getting started! 🎌✨Join us on Sunday 26th April at Mattioli Woods Welford Road Stadium (Leicester Tigers Rugby Stadium) for a colourful celebration of Japanese culture, music, food, and creativity. We’re still crafting the full experience, but here’s a sneak peek at what we’re planning so far… 👀

What to Expect (So Far!)

🎵 Stage Performances

Thunderous taiko drumming from Leicester Taiko
A lively Hatsune Miku tribute with DJ Manimal & Cersina
Live J-Pop vibes from LeLe
The elegant sounds of Aki Kitagawa on koto
Special appearance by voice actor Brian Beacock
Fascinating Japanese culture talks
PLUS features on natto, sake, bonsai, and more! 
Activities & Experiences

🎴 Shogi
👘 Kimono try-on
🍶 Sake tasting
🚗 Japanese anime wrap cars
🌱 Bonsai displays…and other surprises in the works! 

Food & Drink

Get ready to feast at our Japanese street-food corner!
Oishi – takoyaki, yakisoba, gyoza, bubble tea
Food of Japan – Japanese curry, snacks, onigiri 
More vendors may join soon! 

Cosplay Parade 👗✨
Whether you're iconic, adorable, or totally over-the-top — come show off your look!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/japan-fest-leicester/200029476475711
- **Event Categories**: festivals, sports, art, theatre, music, food-drinks, food-truck-festivals, anime, parades
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 70

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Leicester
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Leicester Tigers Welford Road Stadium
- **lat**: 52.62424990414
- **long**: -1.1327996306117
- **full address**: Leicester Tigers Welford Road Stadium, Welford Road Stadium, Aylestone Road, Leicester, LE2 7TR, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Japan Fest Leicester
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/1bde0133567bf1c665ac826c8eb0c70770a4262ff23550262bde4ac586aa5b4b-rimg-w1200-h800-dc615e60-gmir?v=1775551966

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Japan Fest Leicester being held?
  - **A:** Japan Fest Leicester takes place on Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Leicester Tigers Welford Road Stadium, Welford Road Stadium, Aylestone Road, Leicester, LE2 7TR, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Japan Fest Leicester?
  - **A:** Japan Fest Leicester is organized by Japan Fest UK.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Japan Fest Leicester is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Leicester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 70+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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