What is the "Nara Gastronomy Night Expo"?
Centered around the delicious flavors of Japanese and Nara cuisine, this night-time event offers a sensory food experience.
Visitors can immerse themselves in a blend of culinary delights while exploring the cultural elements of local traditional crafts.
Set in the historic Nara Noborioji Park, this special 9-day expo will bring together Michelin Guide Nara 2024 chefs, local producers, and traditional artisans for an exclusive celebration of food and culture.
Five booth areas will be set up
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MICHELIN AREA
Chefs from Michelin Guide Nara 2024-listed restaurants will craft special menus using local ingredients.
They’ll also hold CULINARY POPUP sessions with live cooking demonstrations, explaining ingredients and cooking methods to inspire your appetite.
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NARA FOOD AREA
Popular restaurants from across the prefecture will come together to offer high-quality food stall menus.
Enjoy a diverse selection of Japanese, Western, and Chinese dishes in this exclusive, high-class food stall area unique to this event.
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JAPAN CRAFT AREA
Experience workshops and browse traditional Nara crafts, including chasen (tea whisks), Akahada-yaki pottery, Nara uchiwa fans, and Japanese swords: some of Japan's most iconic artisanal items.
A unique highlight is the chance to engage directly with the artisans themselves.
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PREMIUM FOOD AREA
Join us for a special, themed event featuring top ramen shops from around the country and Japan’s unique treasure, sake.
Expect a day packed with the best of Nara’s culinary delights!
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SPECIAL STAGE
Renowned Japanese illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita, known for his artwork on the Final Fantasy XI official site, various trading card games, and books, will present a live painting performance. This interactive live drawing session invites audience to participate, offering a true one-of-a-kind experience.
