Experience the Flavor of France at Shibuya French Festival 2025

Get ready for the Shibuya French Festival 2025, a culinary adventure set to take place on September 27 and 28, 2025, in Shibuya, Tokyo. Hosted under the auspices of the French Ministry of Agriculture and Food Sovereignty, this annual event promises a delightful array of traditional French delicacies, including cheeses, charcuterie, and a selection of renowned wines and liqueurs.

What to Expect

This year, the festival highlights the remarkable Camargue salt, a culinary treasure sourced from the pristine region of Camargue in Southern France. Known for its rich mineral content and unique flavor, this salt has captivated chefs and foodies around the globe. On-site, attendees can explore the dedicated Camargue salt booth where various products will be available for purchase. Visitors will not only have the chance to buy these gourmet items but also learn about Southern French culinary traditions.

Additionally, a special initiative during this year’s festival is the Le Marché – Table des Chefs, where dishes and desserts from all participating vendors will feature Camargue salt, creating a unique opportunity to experience the flavor of the region in a variety of culinary creations.

Discover Camargue Salt

The Camargue region, located from the Rhône River to the Mediterranean coast, is one of France’s premier salt-producing areas. Here, nature abounds, hosting a diverse habitat for various birds, plants, and marine life, resulting in a truly remarkable environment that yields exceptional salt.

Using traditional techniques that date back to Roman times, salt has been harvested in this area for centuries. The unique climate, characterized by low rainfall and ample sunshine, allows for a natural concentration process during spring and summer, where skilled artisans hand-harvest salt crystals that surface on salt pans.

What sets Camargue salt apart is its stunning appearance; as the salinity of the pools intensifies before harvest, a species of microalgae called Dunaliella proliferates, imparting a beautiful orange-pink hue to the water. The harvested salt is notably pure and can be used without further refinement, retaining a brilliant white color.

Product Lineup

At the festival, attendees can look forward to several Camargue salt products, including:

- Fleur de Sel (125g): A delicate and flavorful finishing salt.
- Sel Fin (250g): A fine salt suitable for various culinary uses.
- Gros Sel (1kg): Coarse salt perfect for cooking and brining.

About Arcane

Arcane, a subsidiary of JFLA Holdings and based in Chuo, Tokyo, has been a pioneer since 1980 in importing high-quality Western culinary ingredients from Europe. Currently, Arcane offers over 2,000 premium items, including gourmet foods, wines, and pastry supplies, to chefs, sommeliers, and retailers across Japan.
For more information, visit Arcane.

Event Details

- Festival Name: Shibuya French Festival 2025 (Shibuya French Fest)
- Dates: September 27-28, 2025
- Venue:

- Outdoor Event: Le Marché Granteur, Inaribashi Plaza in front of Shibuya Stream
- Indoor Event: Le Marché – Table des Chefs, Scene12 on the 12th floor of Shibuya Scramble Square