What vendors should know.
HYPER JAPAN Festival is the UK’s largest J-culture event, showcasing contemporary Japanese culture including anime, music, fashion, and food. The event features a diverse lineup of exhibitors, performances, workshops, and seminars, attracting around 30K visitors over three days.
Crowd
Around 30K attendees across the run.
Venue
The event will be held at Olympia, Hammersmith Road, London W14 8UX.
Applications
Shell and Bespoke Exhibitors can register, while all tables for Market Exhibitors are sold out. A waiting list is available for Market Area Tables.
Who's showing up.
A confirmed slate of voice actors, mangaka, cosplayers, and industry guests.
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America’s Got Talent · TikTok · Instagram
The Sixth Lie
Golden Kamuy · Anime Themes
Chiaki Kobayashi
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End · Hell’s Paradise: Jigokuraku · Gundam Build Divers Re:RISE · SK8 the Infinity
Mini events & panels.
A working schedule of the panels, screenings, and meetups happening across the run. Subject to change up to doors.
- TBAWorkshopSumi Painting Workshop with Ayumi Addison
Explore the deep roots of Japanese arts, calligraphy, and Sumi painting through a meditative experience.
- TBAWorkshopOrigami Workshop with Alice Stern
Led by Alice Stern, this workshop caters to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced origami enthusiasts.
- TBAWorkshopKimono Dressing Workshop with Kimono de Go
Learn about the beauty and cultural significance of the yukata, a traditional Japanese garment.
- TBAWorkshopFuroshiki Workshop with Glen Taylor
Discover the art of Furoshiki, Japan's traditional wrapping cloth, and its sustainable uses.
- TBAWorkshopIaido Workshop with Gyodokan
Experience Iaido, a martial art focused on the swift and precise drawing of the sword.
- TBAWorkshopTsumami-zaiku with Kyoko Sakaguchi
Learn the traditional craft of Tsumami-zaiku, creating floral designs from small fabric squares.
- TBAWorkshopJapanese Workshop with Manami Miyamoto
Join this workshop to learn about Japanese business etiquette and restaurant survival skills.
- TBAWorkshopIkan Dressing Workshop
Witness the intricate dressing of Ikan, the formal attire of ancient Japan, and learn about its cultural significance.
- TBAWorkshopManga Workshop with Sonia Leong
A workshop for aspiring manga artists to learn how to draw their own characters and stories.
- TBAWorkshopIkebana Workshop with Yoka Suzuki
Explore the art of Ikebana, the Japanese flower arrangement known for its minimalistic design.
- TBAWorkshopAikido Workshop with Aikido Gyodokan
Discover Aikido, a non-competitive martial art that emphasizes blending with an opponent's movements.
- TBAWorkshopShodo: Summer Calligraphy Uchiwa Fan Workshop with Eisai
Create your own Uchiwa Fan using the meditative art of Shodo, Japanese calligraphy.
- TBAWorkshopJapanese Mask-Making Workshop with Aya Burbanks
Join Aya Burbanks in an immersive workshop exploring the captivating art of Japanese mask-making.
- TBAWorkshopAwa Odori Dance Workshop with Warakuren
Experience the vibrant Awa Odori dance, a joyful festival dance from Japan, live in London.
- TBAWorkshopKintsugi Workshop with Yuki Nakamura
Learn about the traditional Kintsugi technique of restoring ceramics with lacquer and gold powder.
- TBAWorkshopShorinji Kempo Workshop with British Shorinji Kempo Federation
Try out Shorinji Kempo, a modern martial art combining kick-boxing and grappling techniques.
- TBAWorkshopJujutsu Workshop with Jikankai
Explore Jujutsu, a grappling system that integrates strikes, throws, and joint locks.
- TBAWorkshopNerikiri-Wagashi Workshop with Mutsumi
Learn to make Nerikiri Wagashi, traditional Japanese confections crafted from sweet bean paste.
- TBAWorkshopChado: Japanese Tea Ceremony Workshop with kokage
Immerse yourself in the world of Japanese tea culture through the Way of Tea in this workshop.
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