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Welcome spring with another edition of Japanese Weekend!
This time on March 16-17, 2024, for the first time at EXPO XXI in Warsaw! Discover the authentic flavors of Japan, savoring onigiri, aromatic ramen, and exquisite okonomiyaki. Stalls with traditional crafts, ceramics, kimonos, and anime and manga gadgets will transport you straight to the Land of the Rising Sun. There will also be a variety of popular sweets and savory snacks!
Join us and let's welcome spring together in Japanese style! 🌸
Japanese Weekend EXPO XXI Warsaw SPRING 2024![]()
👉 When? March 16-17, 2024
👉 Where? EXPO XXI, Warsaw
👉 Tickets: Available on eBilet!
👉 More information can be found on the event on Facebook and on the official event website!
Check out the list of exhibitors!
Snacks and culinary ingredients:
Japonia Centralna
the only Japanese store in Poland offering authentic products straight from Japan
Restaurants:
Onigiri Bento
straight from Warsaw's Powiśle! Each onigiri rice sandwich is prepared with attention to detail and filled with delicious additions such as tuna, shrimp, avocado and many others!
Yatta Ramen Praga
a restaurant that will take you straight to Japan, thanks to the classics of Japanese cuisine - the versatile Udon noodles served in various variants, and the Dorayaki dessert, Japanese stuffed pancakes!
HolyCrape & WarszawskiSEN FoodTruck
will take us straight to Osaka, where you can eat the local warm Japanese Okonomiyaki pancakes, prepared based on local ingredients, which means "fry whatever you like"! You will be able to choose from many different types, additions and sauces that will suit every taste - Eat what you like!
Niigata Onigiri
Onigiri is both a great snack and meal, often associated with Japanese konbini. Niigata Onigiri is warm rice, crispy nori and many different flavors, from umeboshi plum, through classic skipjack tuna, to salmon!
MUGI
is a place that focuses on the real Japanese atmosphere and authenticity of Japanese Izakaya and Nabeya establishments. Izakaya are bars with snacks, simple dishes and alcohol, while Nabeya are places where you can taste dishes with hotpot in the main role! MUGI invites you for Naruto Ramen, takoyaki balls and sushi!
Rōnin Japanese Cuisine
offers authentic Japanese cuisine with a diverse menu ranging from ramen, dorayaki, or Wagyu beef made from fresh, carefully selected ingredients, ending with a huge selection of Japanese teas and alcohols
Doskoi Kraków - Japanese Food
the inspiring taste of Japan, where you can taste many variants of curry and udon, also in vegan form. There will also be authentic Japanese sweets!
YAKO TAKO
are specialists in golden, baked balls with octopus filling inside - the famous Takoyaki!
Tea and sweets:
Moya Matcha
Moya Matcha will offer a wide selection of other Japanese teas, matcha products and sets that will make great gifts for your loved ones. There will also be matcha lattes and matcha-based sweets inspired by Japan, which it would be a sin not to try!
Purr Purr x Kumo Desu (Kumo To Yaki)
a Warsaw cat cafe with a cozy interior, which will provide fluffy pancake, onigiri, mochi, matcha tiramisu, matcha brulee and charming cat items during the Japanese Weekend!
Taiyaki House
Fish-shaped cakes are a traditional sweet snack known throughout Japan with the famous anko filling - red bean paste! At this stand you will find not only taiyaki fish, but also many other delicacies, such as mochi, chi chi dango or matcha green tea block
BubbleTea Yoppo
colorful, sweet drinks in various flavors - bubble tea with tapioca balls, some of them inspired by the characters of the Pokemon series
Ceramics and kitchenware:
Bakaliko
are amazing Japanese ceramics, amulets, incense and many other interesting items that certainly delight with their originality and wonderful aesthetics, now for the first time also cosmetics with green tea
Char Vintage
is a project created in Tokyo in 2021. At this stand you will find traditional Japanese ceramics, which are carefully selected by the owner Kahori Kowalek and imported to Poland directly from Japan!
Zojirushi
One of the most popular ricecookers Made in Japan available in Poland thanks to Zojirushi Polska! At the stand you will also be able to choose from thermal products, including: thermal mugs, thermoses, and thermal jugs with a glass insert, ideal for green tea.
Clothing and fashion:
Inugami Kimono
If you want to express your passion for Japan also through clothing, you will find beautiful Japanese kimonos here
Wisteria Gardens
created with passion, hair decorations and jewelry made by hand using the traditional Japanese Tsunami Zaiku method
YAEKIMO
original clothes inspired by traditional Japanese kimonos straight from a small Krakow design and tailoring studio. The costumes are made in short series, and each design is one of a kind!
Miko Cosplay Handmade
At the Miko Cosplay Handmade stand you will find accessories in the style of kawaii and Japanese pop culture, as well as handmade jewelry in many colors. Fun details will undoubtedly brighten up any styling and add a unique character to it!
Lyra Workshop
cosplay props, ears, tails, accessories made using 3D printing techniques are just some of the things you will find at this stand. Something for cosplay fans, but not only!
Tiveeness_Workshop
handmade accessories and decorations made of modeling clay and resin, as well as earrings made of surgical steel!
Najro Craft & Art
custom-made costumes, props, hairbands, straight from the world of anime! There will be cute ears and tails, including those inspired by Pokemon!
Matiere47
Polish jewelry brand since 2017. Founded out of love for beauty and professionalism. Its creators work with material 47, i.e. silver, from which elegant jewelry will delight anyone who values quality and originality.
Art and literature:
Piotr Milewski
“I was a university teacher, a salesman in a Japanese company, a cook's assistant at a camp for the mentally disabled in the USA and Santa Claus at a Christmas market in Sapporo. I have traveled throughout Europe, North America, Asia and Africa. And now I write in Polish, English and Japanese. And I take photos. I just tell stories.”
Author and publicist awarded, among others, the Magellan Award of the Literary Magazine "Książki" in 2015 ("Japanese Diaries") and a Scholarship from the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage, nominated for the Travelery National Geographic Polska Award in 2015 ("Japanese Diaries") and Travelery National Geographic Polska in 2018 ("Iceland")
Paśny Buriat Publishing House
a real Japanese rarity on the Polish publishing market! The book "Journey through the land of ramen. A Culinary Guide to Japan and 33 Authentic Recipes, as the name suggests, will take the reader on a culinary journey. You can learn not only how to prepare ramen, but also what significance it has for the Japanese and what constitutes its authenticity.
Antiquarian Peter Pan
books and comics
Rafael Akahira - Japanese Calligraphy | Kokeshi
Rafael Akahira is a painter and graphic artist of Japanese-French origin, creating vivid impressionistic graphics and paintings on the border between abstraction and figurativeness. She also collects Kokeshi dolls and is interested in Japanese calligraphy. Using traditional tools and techniques, Mr. Akahira will be happy to write your name in Japanese!
Virintus
a printing and unusual gifts salon offering paintings on canvas with Japanese landscapes, roll-ups on the wall, Japanese furin wind chimes and various Anime gadgets ranging from stickers and pins to bags and backpacks
Atelier Margot - School of Japanese Painting
the highest quality painting materials imported straight from Japan, including - among others - original inks and artisan brushes. There will be unique bags made of vintage obi belts and T-shirts with prints prepared by Margot Tokhou Olejniczak!
Joanna Komorowska Studio
designs and creates jewelry and interior decoration items, as well as plant compositions from Japan - kokedama and kusamono. In his work, he uses both traditional techniques and modern, alternative production methods
Blinders Art
artistic objects, graphics, paintings related to Japanese culture
History and tradition:
Katana.pl
Maciej Płotkowiak prepared a unique demonstration of putting on samurai armor, with a discussion of its elements and cultural context. There will be an opportunity to see authentic armor, Japanese weapons, traditional masks with your own eyes, and meet an experienced enthusiast of Japanese culture
Matsumoto Group
a historical group that shares its passion for the military history of Japan, especially the samurai period. Inspired by the 17th century and the events of those years, they are faithful to the tradition of samurai and etiquette. This is a place to talk, take photos and watch shows!
Yamabushi art
they have prepared for you real gems among Japanese crafts and antiques, at the stand: ukiyo-e, kakejiku, haori, lacquerware, nihonto; furoshiki, shinkens, knives, jewelry
Fragrances:
Zenstyle
Have you ever wondered what Japan smells like? Zenstyle will show that not only with sakura flower, but also with the mysterious Jinkoh wood, Hinoki cypress, sandalwood, tuberose nard, and jasmine! You will find incense from the famous Nipppn Kodo brand, which has been creating them for over four hundred years, combining tradition with the craftsmanship of modern perfumers.
Obake Club
soy candles inspired by Japanese culture with various scents such as white tea, baked apple, chocolate covered strawberries, and many others. There will be unique merch and designs inspired by famous anime such as Nana or Jujutsu Kaisen!
Gadgets, accessories and more:
Komikslandia
Komikslandia is a place where you can find Japanese manga, treasure boxes, accessories, T-shirts with unique graphics and gadgets from popular anime and game series! A must-see for every anime fan, but not only
PointGames
a stand rich in Nintendo and Playstation games, as well as figurines and anime gadgets
BLACK MONK GAMES
for fun and competition, visit blank monk, at their stand: Fabula Ultima JRPG, role-playing games, paragraph games
Fonnex
exclusive Polish distributor of the Japanese brands Final, Olasonic and Egretta! At this stand you will find Final x EVA headphones inspired by mechs from the cult Evangelion film series, as well as figurines with anime characters!
Klimworks
unconventional mugs, pins, bag charms and stickers with images of anime and game characters, as well as delightful kitsune foxes!
Hexed Panda
handmade terrariums in the shape of Pokeballs, as well as charming accessories inspired by Pokemon, will work as a surprising gift as well as an unconventional decoration regardless of your taste
Kierunek Japonia
at their stand you will find posters with Japanese-style graphics, books, gadgets and replicas of samurai swords
BT ORION
The Orion Tourism Office has been organizing unique trips to Japan, colonies and camps for children and teenagers for over thirty years. It is worth visiting their stand to hear about trips related to Japanese culture and more, because there will also be competitions with prizes testing your knowledge and skill skills!
Plastiq
Models, figurines, toys and trading cards from manga and anime.
See you in March in the EXPO XXI hall!よろしくね ٩(⸝⸝ᵕᴗᵕ⸝⸝)و*̣̩
Do you see yourself as an exhibitor?
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In autumn, the Japanese Weekend will come to Kraków!
In October, we will have the opportunity to meet again and taste authentic Japanese culture and cuisine. This time, the venue of the event, for the first time, is TAURON Arena in Krakow!
Taking part in this event will be a great opportunity to try traditional Japanese dishes and sweets, including taiyaki, onigiri, ramen and sushi prepared by many Japanese gastronomy enthusiasts from all over Poland.
However, food is not everything, because the exhibitors' offer is very wide - from traditional Japanese handicrafts, ceramics and kimonos to manga, anime gadgets and Pokemon figurines famous throughout Japan.
A great opportunity for every supporter of the Land of the Rising Sun to share their passion!
🇯🇵 Japanese Weekend in the Mała Hala TAURON Arena AUTUMN 2023 🇯🇵
👉 When? October 21-22, 2023
👉 Where? Mała Hala TAURON Arena in Krakow

How about an intimate event in the spirit of Japanese culture in Kraków?
Before the Japanese Weekend takes place in Krakow, we are pleased to invite you to a smaller event focused on Japanese culture and gastronomy at Hala Lipowa in Krakow!
During the Japanese Feast, there will be many opportunities to try traditional Japanese cuisine, talk to other culture enthusiasts of the Land of the Rising Sun and see exhibitors and restaurants from all over Poland in Krakow for the first time.
Mochi, onigiri, ramen, Japanese curry and matcha are just some of the many delicacies that you will be able to taste at the Japanese Feast! Additionally, the Hall will feature ceramics, traditional decorations and kimonos.
🇯🇵 Japanese Feast at Hala Lipowa FALL 2023 🇯🇵
👉 When? September 16-17, 2023
👉 Where? Hala Lipowa in Krakow
👉 Free entry!
Event hours:
the only such Japanese store in Poland offering authentic products straight from Japan
traditional Japanese rice "sandwiches" known as onigiri, also available in vegetarian and vegan versions
their most representative dish is ramen with dashi broth and noodles on a basis of a Tokyo recipe. There will also be gyoza and other Japanese dishes and snacks
a cozy cat cafe serving e.g. Japanese dishes, hot drinks and delicious desserts
are specialists in golden, baked balls with octopus inside, i.e. the famous Takoyaki
as the name suggests, they offer freshly baked fish-shaped cookies - Taiyaki with many delicious fillings to choose from
Yumiko and Daniel, a Japanese-Polish couple traveling around Poland popularising Japanese cuisine and culture, at the event they will be serving gyu don, onigiri, miso shiru, kakigori and sweet yuzu brew, you will also be able to see their calligraphy and suiboku drawings
they serve delicious Japanese onigiri rice sandwiches, prepared using traditional methods, with vegetarian and vegan options available
amazing Japanese ceramics, unusual kimonos, amulets, incense, figurines and many other interesting items that certainly delight with their originality and wonderful aesthetics
hand-made, Japanese dishes and accessories, not only ceramic, are real works of art
hand-made wabi-sabi ceramics, which find beauty in imperfections; in addition, there will be japanese uchiwa fans
Knives made with Japanese precision are a must-have item in every, not only Japanese, kitchen
legendary Japanese producer of thermal cups and thermal lunch boxes, distinguished both by style and quality
a wide selection of aromatic teas and flavor compositions from around the world. There is no better place to enjoy Japanese sencha tea
offers organic, high-quality matcha tea and sweet desserts with its addition. The tea comes from crops in the Uji region of Japan, which has been famous for centuries for the highest quality tea leaves
if you want to express your passion for Japan also through clothes, here you will find beautiful Japanese kimonos
clothing and accessories that combine Japanese finesse and class with Polish creativity
a stand perfect for fans of manga and anime, here you will find accessories, shirts and much more
for fans of gadgets and figurines from iconic series such as Pokemon, Dragon Ball and many others, all licensed and very high quality
Japanese-inspired jewelry, hair ornaments and accessories made by hand with attention to every detail
handmade organic soy candles with fragrances inspired by Japan, such as sakura cherry
travel agency organizing trips i.a. to Japan, will be happy to talk about their experiences and opportunities not only about travel
a brand of elegant and practical bikes and accessories distinguished by their minimalistic design, born in Tokyo and currently spreading to such cities as London, New York or Warsaw
Text us: [email protected]
Weekend Japoński again in Warsaw!
On May 13-15, Hala Gwardii will once again take us thousands of kilometers east - to Japan. Lovers of Japanese culture, art and cuisine will gather in one place. Dozens of exhibitors from all over Poland will share their passion in order to transform a piece of Warsaw into a little Japan. There will be famous restaurants, regulars, but also completely new stands and attractions that have not been on the Weekend so far!
What's more: FREE ENTRY :)
Place: Warsaw, Hala Gwardii (plac Żelaznej Bramy 1)
Date: 13-15 May 2022
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Event hours:
Friday: 10:00 - 20:00
Saturday: 10:00 - 20:00
Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
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Facebook's event's page <here>
During the event:
Oyama Karate Club
a show of Karate - martial art that develops strenght, speed, endurance, where we will see real warriors and their amazing abillities. Totally worth experiencing!
Kyūdō Tametomo Club
a show of Kyūdō - traditional Japanese archery that has survived almost unchanged since the 15th century!
Warszawska Szkoła Języka Japońskiego and Taiko
a music show like never before! WSJJ not only offers language courses, but also brings Japan closer us by extracurricular courses, including playing Taiko drums - Japanese instruments that are an integral part of Japanese martial arts and rituals.
Chadō Urasenke Tankōkai Warsaw Sunshin Association
the traditional tea ceremony that will take us straight to Japan
Among the first exhibitors:
Japonia Centralna
a real Japanese Store in Poland with authentic products straight from Japan
Bakaliko
real treasures from Japan: ceramics with an unusual texture, amulets, kimonos not entirely obvious, chopsticks, figurines, and more!
Char Vintage
authentic Japanese ceramics and accessories for every occasion - beautiful, hand-made with great care!
Herbaty Czas
a selection of the best kinds of teas and tea drinks, where tea is always number one
InuGami Kimono
introduces Japanese culture through clothes - authentic Japanese kimonos and accessories
Komikslandia
a wide selection of gadgets and clothing with characters from Japanese manga and anime, and many more
MakiMaki
clothing and accessories combining the Japanese philosophy of practical beauty and Polish fantasy
Moya Matcha
serves Japanese organic matcha green tea, grown in the Uji region of Japan, famous for centuries for its top-quality leaves
Plastiq
wide range of licenced figures, models and gadgets from famous anime shows, such as Pokemon, Dragon Ball and many others!
Rafael Akahira
an artist of Japanese brush art - calligraphy and a creator of traditional Japanese Kokeshi dolls
Tajfuny
a publisher that introduces East Asia literature, offers the most interesting titles: new voices from their local literary scenes, unknown and forgotten classics and iconic books that have not reached Poland
Wisteria Gardens
accessories and jewelry inspired by Japan - handmade, with attention to detail
Let's meet in Hala Gwardii! よろしくね (^_-)-☆
Wraca Japoński kiermasz świąteczny!
Już 18 grudnia weźmiemy udział w specjalnym kiermaszu świątecznym organizowany przez MakiMaki! Na stoisku Japonia Centralna znajdziecie najpopularniejsze i najsmaczniejsze japońskie przekąski, słodycze i napoje. Idealne na prezent! Zdecydowanie warto wpaść :) Gwarantowane smaczne jedzenie, starannie wykonane produkty, autentyczność, unikalność, gościnność, dobry design, tradycja w nowoczesności, coś ciekawego, unikalnego…
Gdzie i kiedy odbędzie się wydarzenie?
18 grudnia (sobota) || 10:00 - 20:00
Nowy Świat Muzyki - róg ulicy Świętokrzyskiej i Nowego Światu, tuż przy stacji metra Nowy Świat - Uniwersytet.
Link do wydarzenia: tutaj
Do zobaczenia!
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W dniach 8-10 października 2021 w Hali Gwardii w Warszawie odbędzie się Weekend Japoński! Na tym niezwykłym wydarzeniu znajdziecie między innymi stoiska gastronomiczne oraz sklepy z produktami japońskimi, akcesoriami do parzenia herbaty i przygotowywania japońskich potraw, książkami oraz dekoracjami. Będzie to też okazja, aby obejrzeć występy i pokazy przygotowane przez wyjątkowych gości oraz spędzić czas w gronie miłośników Japonii :)
Wstęp na wydarzenie jest darmowy.
Miejsce: Warszawa, Hala Gwardii (plac Żelaznej Bramy 1)
Czas: 8-10 października 2021
autentyczny japoński sklep spożywczy w Polsce z oryginalnymi produktami prosto z Japonii, takimi jak sosy sojowe, ryż, słodycze i przekąski oraz wiele innych
uprzyjemniające życie różności z Japonii, a wśród nich nietypowa ceramika, amulety, pałeczki, figurki, tkaniny oraz wiele więcej skarbów
na co dzień prowadzą kawiarnię w Muzeum Azji i Pacyfiku, a na Weekend Japoński przybędą z ręcznie robionymi słodyczami Mochi
japoński duch i polskie wykonanie, czyli odzież i akcesoria zainspirowane japońskim stylem i filozofią
ich flagowym daniem jest ramen z bulionem i makaronem przyrządzanym na podstawie receptury z Tokio, nie zabraknie też gyozy i innych dań i przekąsek
to autentyczna sproszkowana zielona herbata matcha z organicznych upraw w rejonie Uji w Japonii, od wieków słynącym z najwyższej jakości liści
to tradycyjne japońskie przekąski w postaci kulek ryżowych onigiri, również w opcjach wegańskich
szeroki wybór licencjonowanych figurek, modeli i gadżetów z popularnych serii anime, takich jak Pokemon, Dragon Ball i wiele innych
artysta zajmujący się kaligrafią oraz tworzeniem japoński tradycyjnych laleczek kokeshi
marka pięknych i funkcjonalnych rowerów oraz akcesoriów o minimalistycznym designie, która narodziła się w Tokio, a obecnie podbija też takie miasta jak Londyn, Nowy Jork czy Warszawa
prawdziwie japońska restauracja serwująca pyszne rameny (również w wersji wege), a także japoński pudding i własnoręcznie robioną kombuchę
to kultowy japoński producent termicznych kubków i pojemników na lunch (bento), zadziwiających stylem i praktycznością
On the weekend of October 8-10, Hala Gwardii will transform into a piece of Japan! Dozens of exhibitors from all over Poland will present stands focused on Japanese cuisine, culture and accessories. There will be regulars, but also shops and restaurants that have not been at a similar event so far :D
author of the book "Planet K, five years in a Japanese corporation" the book of the year 2020 National Geographic Traveler
authentic Japanese store in Poland, with original food products straight from Japan, such as soy sauce, rice, sweets & snacks and many others
convenient curiosities from Japan – unusual ceramics, amulets, chopsticks, figures, textiles and other fascinating treasures
straight from the Asia and Pacific Museum, they will come to Weekend Japoński with their handmade Mochi sweets
Japanese spirit, Polish products – clothes and accessories made by MakiMaki embody Japanese style and philosophy of practical beauty
they will bring their famous ramen based on recipes from Tokyo, as well as gyoza and other Japanese dishes and snacks
authentic powdered green tea (matcha) from organic farms of Uji, Japan, for centuries known for the highest quality of leaves
these traditional rice balls are the staple of Japanese lunch – now also with vegan options
wide range of licenced figures, models and gadgets from famous anime shows, such as Pokemon, Dragon Ball and many others
a brand of elegant and practical bikes and accessories distinguished by their minimalistic design, born in Tokyo and currently spreading to such cities as London, New York or Warsaw
local authentic Japanese restaurant serving delicious ramen (also vege version), as well as Japanese pudding and homemade kombucha
legendary Japanese producer of thermal cups and lunch (bento) boxes, distinguished both by style and quality
Co tydzień w soboty i niedziele jesteśmy na Targu Śniadaniowym w Warszawie! Na stoisku Japonia Centralna znajdziecie najpopularniejsze i najsmaczniejsze japońskie przekąski, słodycze i napoje, a liczni wystawcy reprezentujący kuchnie z rozmaitych części świata zapewnią bogatą ofertę gastronomiczną. Spotkajmy się na świeżym powietrzu!
Gdzie i kiedy odbywa się wydarzenie?
Soboty: al. Wojska Polskiego, róg ul. Śmiałej, Żoliborz (Warszawa) | 9:00 - 16:00
Niedziele: skwer AK GRANAT, Mokotów (Warszawa) | 10:00 - 17:00
Poprzednie wydarzenia:
15-16 maja 2021 byliśmy na Weekendzie Japońskim w Warszawie! Na wyjątkowym, podwójnym stoisku znalazły się nie tylko przekąski i słodycze z Japonii, ale też najpopularniejsze produkty do gotowania japońskich dań. Uczestnicy mogli nie tylko odwiedzić różnorodne stoiska związane z Japonią, ale też obejrzeć występy i wysłuchać prelekcji dotyczących japońskiej kultury.
Dziękujemy wszystkim za liczne przybycie i udział w tym niezwykłym wydarzeniu!





