Discover the magic of Japan right here in Orange County at Taste of Japan, happening from Friday, June 19 to Sunday, June 21 at STC Anaheim GardenWalk. A celebration of Japanese culture for all ages, the weekend-long event features authentic Japanese cuisine, captivating cultural performances, and exciting contests and activities. Now in its seventh year, Taste of Japan attracts over 50,000 festival-goers annually, promising another unforgettable experience full of Japanese cuisine, fun, and appreciation. 

More than 100 of Southern California’s best Japanese vendors will be selling food and cultural goods at this dog-friendly event, spread across all levels of the STC GardenWalk. Each day of the festival, enjoy live entertainment on the main stage featuring traditional Japanese performances. For the adults, there will be Kanpai Yokocho, Taste of Japan’s 21 and up, 13,000 square foot indoor VIP beer and sake garden. 

STC Anaheim GardenWalk is located in Anaheim, Calif., on 400 W Disney Way, near Disney’s California Adventure. Parking is available in the venue’s 4-story parking garage, as well as 2 additional overflow parking lots nearby, with exact locations soon to be announced. Taste of Japan encourages ride sharing for Yokocho VIP guests. 

The event is organized by Tanoshii Project and STC Anaheim GardenWalk. 

Taste of Japan Festival’s general admission is free. 

General admission tickets to the Kanpai Yokocho beer and sake garden are $5 per person. For a VIP tasting experience, two package options are available (admission included): 

Package A: $49 Ticket ($65 Value) ○ 3 Sake tasting tickets 

 1 Draft beer and HONDA-YA beer 

Otsumami set 

California Roll Sushi - 4 pieces 

Karaage chicken - 3 pieces 

ASAHI Special Bag 

Package B: $69 Ticket ($100+ Value) ○ 6 Sake tasting tickets 

2 Draft beers and HONDA-YA beer

Sake Masu cup 

Otsumami set 

Special Temaki and Sushi set 

Karaage chicken 

Sake Special Bag 

For more information on Taste of Japan, and to purchase these and other special event tickets, visit www.tasteofjpn.com and follow along @tasteofjpn on Instagram and Facebook. Email tasteofjpn@gmail.com for additional details.