Experience the Excitement of KIDS FES in Saitama
An interactive event tailored for families,
KIDS FES is set to showcase exciting experiences for children. Happening on August 22 and 23, 2026, at
Matsubara Ayase River Park in Saitama, this festival brings children front and center as they engage in unique activities aimed at sparking creativity and learning.
One of the highlights of this year’s event will be the
Panpaka Yennichi booth, featuring the beloved characters
Panpaka Pants and
Mochi Mochi Panpaka Pants. Attendees will have the chance to participate in fun, family-friendly games designed to entertain and educate.
What to Expect at the Panpaka Yennichi Booth
Game highlights include a mini-game titled “Can You Clean Up Like a Pro?” where kids will use cardboard frisbee-shaped pants to score points by putting them into a nearby dresser. Participants will be rewarded with exclusive Panpaka Pants merchandise based on their performance, making it an exciting experience for all. Additionally, visitors can look forward to giveaways such as stickers to commemorate their visit.
DLE, the company behind the Panpaka Pants phenomenon, aims to blend their charming and approachable universe with engaging experiences, fostering children's creativity and supporting the joyful growth of families.
Event Details
- - Event Name: Saitama KIDS FES
- - Dates: August 22 (Saturday) and August 23 (Sunday), 2026
- - Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- - Location: Matsubara Ayase River Park
- - Nearest Station: A approximately 13-minute walk from Dokkyo University-mae Station on the Tobu Skytree Line
- - Official Website: KIDS FES Official Site
- - Instagram: KIDS FES Instagram
DLE's commitment to memorable family experiences is evident not only in events like KIDS FES but also in their popular character lineup that includes
Panpaka Pants, a cute pig character developed in collaboration with Shizuoka Broadcasting in 2008. Known for its catchy songs and dances, this character enjoys remarkable recognition, boasting over 70% awareness in Shizuoka Prefecture. The character has also captured hearts worldwide, achieving the number one spot for LINE stickers in seven countries.
About Mochi Mochi Panpaka Pants
- - Title: Mochi Mochi Panpaka Pants
- - Release Date: August 1, 2026
- - Exclusively on Prime Video
- - Format: 12 episodes, each lasting 5 minutes
- - Genre: Non-verbal / AI-Generated Short Animation
To view the series, registration is required for members. For details on Amazon Prime, visit
amazon.co.jp/prime.
More About DLE
- - Stock Code: 3686 (TSE Standard)
- - CEO: Ryo Ono
- - Location: 3-3-4 Kojimachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
- - Founded: December 27, 2001
- - Website: DLE Official Site
DLE focuses on planning and developing intellectual properties, alongside creating animation and character content, debuting its stock on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 2014. Now, they are pushing innovative boundaries by incorporating AI into their strategic initiatives, including the founding of the AI character company “Caviar”, and launching the
Alternative Animation project aimed at rapid animation development. DLE continues to explore new frontiers in entertainment through the integration of AI and IP.