Fukui Foodtainment 2025: Tokyo Edition to Celebrate Local Flavor and Culture

Fukui Foodtainment 2025 in Tokyo

On December 13th and 14th, Tokyo's Nippon Television Plaza will host the third installment of Fukui Foodtainment 2025, blending local cuisine and entertainment. This event showcases an array of Fukui's famous products, including seafood, delicacies, and handicrafts. Attendees can participate in engaging workshops such as keychain-making or admire a train diorama. One of the highlights this year features the much-anticipated Echizen crab, recently available for fishing since November. Tourists and locals alike will also enjoy performances by the rising idol group SWEET STEADY and activities hosted by the now-famous Nippon Television Railway Club.

The event kicks off with a vibrant schedule, where visitors can immerse themselves in Fukui's cultural richness. With its previous successes held in Karuizawa and Omiya, this will mark the culmination of the Fukui Foodtainment series this year in Tokyo's Zero Studio.

Event Highlights

On Saturday, December 13th, fans can join a special event featuring the Nippon Television Railway Club, where railway enthusiasts who work for the station will entertain the audience with railway talks. Representatives from local rail companies such as Hapilain Fukui, Echizen Railway, and Fukui Railway will showcase fascinating insights about their respective lines and well-loved travel spots.

Additionally, the talked-about musical “Aoharu Railway” will host a talk event featuring actors who bring life to popular train-themed characters from the hilarious trivia comedy manga. Expect a nostalgic reflection of their latest performance and exclusive behind-the-scenes stories.

On Sunday, December 14th, the spotlight will be on SWEET STEADY, the dynamic seven-member idol group from Fukui, including the talented Ayumi Okuda. They will be engaging festival-goers in a celebratory event aimed at discovering and sharing the beauty of Fukui's culture and products.

Event Information

- Event Name: Fukui Foodtainment 2025 in Tokyo
- Date: December 13th (Saturday) and 14th (Sunday), 10 AM to 6 PM
- Entry Fee: Free
- Location: Nippon Television Plaza Zero Studio, 1-6-1 Higashi-Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
- Event Site: Nippon Television

Featured Vendors

1. Fukui Prefecture: Showcasing exceptional local fisheries and tourist information, including the world-renowned Echizen crabs.
2. Tami Tec: Known for precision-made railway models, they will showcase a special collection of models featuring trains operating in Fukui.
3. Fukui Regional Railways: Exclusive merchandise from local railway companies will be on sale, alongside remarkable goods designed by local artisans.
4. Fukui Food Country 291: Offers delicious local specialties like Habu-Hage and Royal-Sawayaka while promoting new culinary experiences.
5. Meat & Delica Sasaki: An iconic butcher shop offering famous Fukui-style sauce katsu rice bowls and delicious sauces.
6. Takefu Special Steelworks: Exhibiting their multi-layer clad plates known for perfect cooking.
7. Boston Club: Showcasing world-renowned Fukui eyeglasses and hosting a dinosaur keychain-making workshop.
8. Takefu Soba: Proudly serving noodles made from farm-fresh beans sharing unique flavors and aromas that set them apart.
9. Kensui Inc.: Featuring fresh, high-quality seafood, including the sought-after Echizen crabs.
10. Nagimarukitchen: A mobile kitchen serving delectable crab dishes straight from Fukui's ocean catches.
11. Mizumoto: Renowned for local sake and wine, showcasing local brands.

Stay tuned for potential updates on participating vendors or event specifics.

Moreover, a special program featuring 桂宮治 and SWEET STEADY's Ayumi Okuda will air on BS Nippon Television, focusing on exploring Fukui's culture through travel, promising enjoyable entertainment for all generations.