Discover Your Favorite Fried Chicken at Karaage Festival in Sakai North Hanada

Experience the Karaage Festival in Sakai

From March 27 (Friday) to March 29 (Sunday), 2026, the much-anticipated "Karaage Festival" will take place at the Ion Mall Sakai North Hanada, Osaka. Hosted by FoodFes Co., Ltd., this event promises to be a citywide celebration of Japan's favorite fried chicken.

Festival Highlights

This year's festival motto is "Hana Yori Karaage," which translates to "Fried Chicken Over Flowers." The event invites attendees to discover their favorite type of fried chicken—a personal favorite known as "oshi karaage." With prices starting at just 300 yen per serving, attendees can indulge in a variety of flavors from across the nation!

Compare and Enjoy

One of the festival's main attractions is the opportunity to sample multiple dishes from various food vendors. The event encourages attendees to taste test and find their ideal fried chicken, turning the experience into a fun-filled culinary quest. The joy of sampling different flavors makes this event a unique gathering for fried chicken enthusiasts and casual diners alike.

Participating Vendors and Their Offerings

The Karaage Festival will feature a range of vendors, each offering their own special take on chicken:

- KARATTO

- Oita Nakatsu Karaage: This renowned establishment was founded in 1958 in Nakatsu City, Oita, and is celebrated for its authentic fried chicken.

- Yakitori Toriharu

- Famous Golden Karaage: Featuring carefully sourced chicken thighs and a secret marinade utilizing traditional Nara soy sauce and local ingredients.

- Rocket Chicken

- Rocket Chicken: This vendor prides itself on creating a unique texture for its chicken through custom spices and batter, offering a crunchy yet light experience.

- Namara Zangi

- Shio Zangi: Specializing in salt-seasoned fried chicken hailing from Hokkaido.

- Nihon no Wanpaku Kozo

- Soft Cartilage Karaage: Enjoy tender fried cartilage seasoned with a unique blend of spices.

- Marunaka

- Thigh Meat Karaage: A popular favorite known for its juicy and flavorful thigh meat.

- Wonderful Kitchen

- Karaage: Marinated in salted koji and garlic-ginger, this fried chicken offers a deliciously tender bite.

- Ike Kara

- Ike Kara: Introducing a new twist with a crispy batter infused with Chicken Ramen for an exciting crunch!

Other Culinary Delights

Besides the star of the show, various other food options will be available:

- Burger Joe: Featuring special 100% wild boar burgers, sourced directly from Nagasaki hunters—these gourmet patties are a rare treat!
- Eiyou Stand: Offering fluffy, freshly-made rice balls, cooked to perfection with high-heat conduction techniques.
- Ichigo Nouen Kirari: Delight in their Berry Berry Juice topped with fresh strawberries.
- Wonderpol: Indulge your sweet tooth with their delicious chocolate-banana crepes, reminiscent of childhood treats.