[China Festival Executive Committee] Experience China’s current state at China Festival 2025, Japan’s largest cultural event, held on September 6th and 7th. China Festival Executive Committee Press Release: August 28, 2025 To Members of the Media “China Festival 2025,” Japan’s largest cultural event, will be held on September 6th and 7th. Experience the latest in China. Pandas and C-POP! From traditional performing arts to authentic Chinese cuisine, the latest in China comes together in Yoyogi. The China Festival 2025 Executive Committee (Chief Advisor: Yasuo Fukuda [former Prime Minister], Executive Committee Chairman: Wu Jianghao [Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to Japan], Secretary General: Yoichiro Aoyagi [Member of the House of Representatives]) will hold the China Festival 2025 on Saturday, September 6th and Sunday, September 7th, 2025, at Yoyogi Park in Tokyo. Click here for the official event website:
https://www.chinafes.net/
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/127917/4/127917-4-b222fd22f5b1fdfe78a54ff53b8d7a04-2048×1114.jpg What is the “China Festival”? The China Festival is one of Japan’s largest Sino-Japanese exchange festivals, allowing you to experience the latest developments in Chinese culture, food, music, tourism, and the economy with all five senses. Last year, 180,000 people attended, garnering attention as a forum for interaction across generations and nationalities. This year’s theme is “Understanding and Communicating the Current State of China.” We will deepen Sino-Japanese exchange through a diverse program, including youth exchanges, partnerships with regional cities, economic forums, introductions to China’s four major cuisines and fine wines, and performances by renowned Chinese and Japanese artists. This year’s festival will feature approximately 160 booths, the largest number ever. Highlights of “China Festival 2025” 1. A stellar lineup of performers and content from China will gather on the main stage! Artists active both in and outside of China will be coming to Japan to bring you a performance you can only see here.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/127917/4/127917-4-a460672263c99f6ae139dfbb7e555a36-1080×1350.png alan (Alan) Born on July 25, 1987, in Sichuan Province. He became a global artist after performing the global theme songs for the film “Red Cliff” in 2008 and 2009. His signature song, “Kuon no Kawa,” achieved the highest chart position ever for a Chinese artist on the Oricon charts. She returned to the Japanese stage as a bridge of friendship between Japan and China. Not only was she a talented singer, but her exceptional looks also made her an exclusive model for the fashion magazine VIVI.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/127917/4/127917-4-3401a346913d84e7913c1da6fae8ab27-1080×1350.png Shunken Boat A band formed in Luoyang in 2017, composed of members who graduated from the China Academy of Art. They have performed at many large music festivals in China, and their nationwide tours since 2023 have been sold out. Now they are finally making their first appearance in Japan.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/127917/4/127917-4-2bef2f787a5080fa5c263337b2562c1a-1080×1350.png Kenkyuu (Circle Nine) -ANIROCKS- She won the popular Chinese audition program “Super Female Voice,” beating out 400,000 contestants. Her impressive singing ability and expressiveness in Japanese have earned her a following among young people in Japan. In September, the band “ANIROCKS” will release an original album in Japanese, Chinese, and English. They will also sing the theme song for the China Festival, “Blue Sky.”
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/127917/4/127917-4-fa924676ce2207c480d587569c293ce2-1080×1350.png Shangshang (Shanshan) Former director of the Peking University Choir. He won two gold medals at the World Choir Championships, also known as the “Olympics of Choir.” His signature song, “Around Youth,” is the graduation song for Peking University and has resonated with many.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/127917/4/127917-4-040569fa37702283741c3e7948deb95b-1080×1350.png Kaki (Huang Kun) Kaki gained attention in 2017 with “Tomorrow’s Child” and debuted with the original song “Koneko.” They have also gained popularity in Japan, and will hold solo performances in Tokyo in 2023 and 2024. He is attracting attention as a singer-songwriter who embodies the sensibilities of Generation Z.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/127917/4/127917-4-3b3cfc4f9e9a839bb44833579196ea5a-1080×1350.png Electrostatic Field Shuo Born in Beijing, he spent his childhood in several countries, and his multicultural upbringing has had a profound influence on his artistic creation. With keen observational skills and a rich imagination, she depicts her own unique “universe” through music and visual expression. She also directs music videos and artwork. She has also performed at music festivals both in Japan and abroad, captivating fans with her unique performance style. 2. A talented Japan-based performer showcases the sounds of the traditional Chinese instrument, the erhu The erhu, a traditional Chinese instrument, is extremely popular in Japan. Artists with unique personalities will bring this profound resonance to life on stage.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/127917/4/127917-4-7a383b178b828af182ac4deb2d461ac6-1080×1350.jpg Weiwei Wu Born in Shanghai. After coming to Japan in 1991, she has been a pioneer in popularizing the erhu in Japan. She established the standing erhu playing style and has also composed music for numerous television dramas and films. She is an innovative artist who is adept at playing everything from classical to pop music.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/127917/4/127917-4-c0a5a8d9e9e0196c18d4b0868e5a6178-1080×1350.jpg Kiriko & Sakura (Erhu & Chinese Pipa) Kiriko’s unique, genre-defying performance style led to her launch in 2016 as a talented oriental girls instrumental unit featuring a trademark “China Lolita look,” appearing at numerous live events. In 2017, she performed on the main stage at Japan Expo in France. Since then, Kiriko’s worldwide activities, including consecutive appearances at bilibili Macro Link in China, have led to her serving as an ambassador for the 50th anniversary of Japan-China friendship in 2022. Enjoy this performance featuring Sakura, featuring the “Erhu and Chinese Pipa.” ▶▶The main stage time schedule can be found herehere. 3. Experience China’s 4,000-year-old food culture with the “Four Great Cuisines” and “Fine Wines” A wide selection of authentic Chinese cuisine, including the four great cuisines of Beijing, Sichuan, Shanghai, and Fujian!
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/127917/4/127917-4-a02aaa264fa19074ef059094e46a8f50-309×188.jpg Undersea hotpot – We’ll also introduce the profound appeal of famous Chinese liquors, including Fenjiu, a representative brand of Baijiu (white spirit), known as China’s “national liquor.” – We’ll also introduce a number of fragrant and stimulating dishes, including the Sichuan classic, Mapo Tofu. – Haidilao Hot Pot, a famous hot pot chain popular in Japan, will be opening its first store at the China Festival! (Left photo) ４.I LOVE PANDA!
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/127917/4/127917-4-27a0003c668b0887af6f8b9baa997986-960×540.jpg Last year’s panda photo spot – The “Panda House” booth will screen rare footage of the giant pandas at Ueno Zoological Gardens. – There will also be a panda photo spot set up within the venue. It’s sure to look great on social media! ・Panda merchandise will also be available for sale. 5. Regional City Exchange Zone: Exhibitors from Shanghai and Zhejiang Province! Shanghai Zone: “See the ‘present’ Shanghai” Anime, games, fashion, gourmet food—Shanghai, the forefront of youth culture, will be appearing at China Fest! Experience the real Shanghai of today, where cutting-edge technology and tradition intersect. Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/127917/4/127917-4-e795afb3b952ca14901c4436c51c69fe-2048×740.jpg Exhibitors from Shanghai include video platform “bilibili,” “miHoYo,” the developer of the popular game “Genshin Impact,” IP promotion center “IP SHANGHAI,” “HYPERGRYPH,” the developer of the strategy game “Arknights,” “DOORO BEAR,” the popular panda character brand, “Mengmei Bear,” Lolita brand “Classical Angels,” and the famous xiaolongbao shop “Nanxiang Mantou Dian.” Zhejiang Zone: “New Zhejiang” with tradition and cutting-edge technology
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/127917/4/127917-4-d39436e468b75703ea31a6bb7da8d067-200×141.jpg Experience the evolving face of a provincial city through traditional crafts, cutting-edge robotics technology, and authentic Zhejiang cuisine. Experience the charm of Zhejiang Province, where culture and innovation blend together. 6. Win a plane ticket! Luxury raffle! Participate in any of the following events at the venue to enter a grand raffle with a chance to win plane tickets and other luxury prizes. ★Visit five areas, collect QR stamps, and follow the X at the Chinese Embassy ★Follow our official social media accounts and post with “#ChaiFest”! Official X: https://x.com/china_festival Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinafes/ Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chinafes/ Official RED:
https://xhslink.com/m/2cIT6YVFcqA ★Answer the visitor survey! Event Overview ■Name: China Festival 2025 ■Date and Time: Saturday, September 6th and Sunday, September 7th, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Opening Ceremony: 11:00 AM on the 6th) ■Venue: Yoyogi Park Event Square (Shibuya-ku, Tokyo) ■Admission Fee: Free (Will proceed rain or shine, will be canceled in severe weather) ■Number of booths: Approximately 160 (food and drink, merchandise, companies and organizations) ■Expected number of visitors: 150,000 ■Organizer: Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Japan, China Festival 2025 Executive Committee ■Executive Committee: Chief Advisor: Yasuo Fukuda (Former Prime Minister) Executive Committee Chairman: Wu Jianghao (Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to Japan) Vice Chairman of the Executive Committee: Yuji Miyamoto (Former Ambassador to China) Secretary General: Yoichiro Aoyagi (Member of the House of Representatives) Chief Executive Committee Member: Wang Jialun (Chairman of the Chinese Enterprises Association in Japan) ■ Cooperation: Japan-Asia Community Cultural Cooperation Organization (General Incorporated Foundation) ■ Sponsorship: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, China Enterprises
Association in Japan, China Tourism Representative Office in Tokyo, China Cultural Center, All Japan Federation of Overseas Chinese Associations, General Assembly of the Japan Overseas Chinese Association, Tokyo General Assembly of Overseas Chinese (General Incorporated Association), Japan-China Friendship Association (Public Interest Incorporated Association), Japan-China Association General Incorporated Association, Japan-China Friendship Center Public Interest Incorporated Foundation, Certified NPO Tokyo Japan-China Friendship Association A brochure containing the venue map, exhibitor list, stage program, and more will be released sequentially on the official website. ＜Contact for this matter＞ China Festival 2025 Executive Committee Secretariat info@chinafes.net