Oct 24, 2026
JAPAN Fes East Village October 24 2026
JAPAN Fes returns to Astor Place Saturday, October 24, 2026, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., the same day as Diwali at Times Square.
Free admission
JAPAN Fes lists Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Astor Place in the East Village, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free. Food is pay-as-you-go.
The October 3 East Village stop was on 4th Avenue between 9th and 10th. This one is the Astor Place setup the series has used all year. The 6 to Astor Place or the R/W at 8th Street covers it. Blocks can still shift, so treat the official map as day-of truth.
The posted mix includes ramen, hashimaki, ikayaki, temaki, yakitori, kakigori, taiyaki, karaage, fruit sando, yakisoba, gyoza, and a few craft stalls. Royce' nama chocolate is on the card. Eat two things and keep walking.
The same Saturday, Diwali at Times Square occupies Broadway between 46th and 48th. You can eat downtown first and go uptown later only if you leave Astor Place with time to spare. Most people should pick one crush.
The Saturday before is Jersey City on Montgomery. Confirm vendors on the October 24 post before you go.
When: October 24, 2026 (10 a.m.–6 p.m.)
Where: Astor Place, East Village
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