Taste of Japan Festival Event is a 2-day event, the ultimate Japanese festival located at STC Anaheim Gardenwalk. Enjoy various Japanese culinary creations, experience Japanese pop culture, anime, cosplay, entertainment, activities, shopping and family fun! VIP ticketholders will also have the opportunity to taste an extensive selection of Japanese beer and sake, for a unique and unforgettable experience.

***Social Distancing will be enforced. Masks will be required. Please choose a time slot for food pickup to ensure minimal lines for everyone. 

Festival Event Dates (2 Days)
June 17 - 18, 2022 - Friday & Saturday

Festival Event Times (2 Days)
Friday: 4:00 - 9:00 pm
Saturday: 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Scheduled Performers (2 Days)

Friday, June 17 - MC: Stephanie Yanez
4:00 PM - 4:15 PM Intro to Taste of Japan
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM Kyokushin Karate
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Socal Anime - Cosplay Contest
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM Stephanie Yanez

Saturday, June 18 - MC: Stephanie Yanez
12:00 PM - 12:15 PM Intro to Taste of Japan
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM POM POM Girls
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM Ryujin Taiko
2:15 PM - 2:30 PM Burai Productions (Samurai)
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM Chinen Band
3:45 PM - 4:15 PM Okoto & Shakuhachi
4:30 PM - 5:15PM Shamisen Group
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM Ryoji Band
6:15 PM - 6:30 PM Burai Productions (Samurai)
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM Okinawa Odori
7:15 PM - 8:00 PM Stepanie Yanez
8:00 PM - 8:45PM Greg Highnight (City JPOP)

Goodie Bag $40

Includes:
• Draw-string Bag
• Free Lunch Ticket
• Variety of Japanese Snacks
• Variety of Traditional Japanese Toys
• Exclusive Ramen Island T-Shirt

Pre Order link

* Pick-up will be on day-of event at Information Booth.

Event Costs
VIP Early Bird Special: $65 - Beer & Sake Garden

VIP Ticket - Early Bird Special: $65
Regular Price: $69 (Value of $79)

Includes:
• 2 Complimentary Sake
• 2 Complimentary Beer
• 1 Complimentary Shochu cocktail
• 2 Yakitori sticks
• 1 Taste of Japan original cup
• Otsumami (snacks paired with alcohol)
• Chirashi Sushi (Sashimi over rice)
• Sapporo
• Orion coasters
• Sponsor Goodies, and more!

* Must be 21+ Older to purchase
* Will check IDs and distribute wristbands upon entry

Festival Event Location
STC Anaheim Gardenwalk, 400 W. Disney Way, Anaheim, CA 92802

Festival Event Title
2022 Taste of Japan, Anaheim Gardenwalk (Friday & Saturday)