Japan Matsuri fills Trafalgar Square for a free day of Japanese culture and food. No advance ticket is indicated; if the square reaches capacity, entry may operate one-in, one-out.
What to expect
The organiser’s 2026 programme lists an opening ceremony and wadaiko, IBUKI with Naomi Suzuki, the official Japan Matsuri song, a cosplay celebration, Tankō Bushi at 14:15, and Naomi Suzuki with Press X from 15:00. The stalls page lists 64 current exhibitors across food, drink, crafts, tourism and information, with food stalls around the fountains.
Entry and safety
The organiser prohibits bags larger than A4, bikes and scooters, opened alcohol, non-assistance animals, weapons and bladed items. Assistance dogs are exempted from the animal restriction. Read the current official event information and conditions of entry before travelling.
Travel and accessibility
Nearby stations include Charing Cross, Leicester Square, Piccadilly Circus and Embankment; Charing Cross also has mainline rail services. The organiser publishes location and bus guidance.
Confirm event-specific access needs with the organiser before attending. See the official 2026 programme and stalls page for the full current-edition timetable and exhibitor list.
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