Written by TC Team
Experience a bit of Manila in Japan this June, when the Philippine Expo celebrates the country’s independence with a three-day festival in Ueno Park.
What happens?
There are food stalls, dance performances, traditional arts from Japan and the Philippines, pop, hip-hop and jazz shows (with some big names in Filipino and Japanese pop alike making an appearance), comedians, and cosplay. For the brave and/or talented, there’s also a karaoke and dance competition.
The event also takes place in Nagoya from June 19 to 21 at Hisaya Odori Park.
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Tickets
While it’s completely free to enter and enjoy the fesitvities, there will be tickets sold for seats in front of the stage for special idol performances.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.
Jun 5–Jun 7, 2026
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- 335 m from Keisei-ueno Station Keisei Main Line (KS1)
- 394 m from Ueno Station Ginza Line (G16)Hibiya Line (H18)Yamanote Line (JY5)Keihin-Tōhoku Line (JK30)Jōban Line (JJ4)
- 0.7 km from Ueno-okachimachi Station Oedo Line (E9)
