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Cultural Celebration in Shinagawa: CULTURE SNACK '26

Kokuyo Corporation, headquartered in Osaka, is thrilled to announce the upcoming cultural festival "CULTURE SNACK '26" taking place on November 20th and 21st, 2026. The event will be held at "THE CAMPUS", Kokuyo's Tokyo Shinagawa office, and it promises to be an engaging experience for the community. Starting July 21, 2026, participants can look forward to a call for exhibitors to join this celebration of culture and creativity.

What is CULTURE SNACK?

"CULTURE SNACK" serves as a public event that highlights not only the professional side of individuals but also the hidden passions and interests they possess, referred to as their "B side." Through this festival, Kokuyo aims to create a space for diverse backgrounds and talents to intermingle and innovate, thereby generating new interactions and challenges among the people of Shinagawa and the surrounding Konan area.

This year, the festival is set to expand its reach to the Kansai region for the first time, with another iteration scheduled for October at Grand Green Osaka.

Event Highlights

The occasion marks the third iteration of the festival in Shinagawa, where over 270 exhibitors have participated in the past, attracting more than 6,000 visitors. This year’s event aims to foster new connections among local residents, workers, and visitors through various artistic and cultural content, including:

• - Sales and showcases of various goods
• - Culinary offerings, including food sales
• - Workshops and exhibitions
• - Performances and other engaging activities

Event Details

1. Event Name: CULTURE SNACK '26
2. Dates: November 20 (Friday) from 16:00 to 20:00, and November 21 (Saturday) from 11:00 to 18:00
3. Location: Kokuyo Tokyo Shinagawa Office "THE CAMPUS" and other venues
4. Organizer: Kokuyo Corporation
5. Admission Fee: Free (some activities may require a fee)
6. Website for More Info: Official Event Site
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8. Featured Content: A variety of offerings including food sales, workshops, exhibitions, and more.
9. Examples of Activities:
- Culinary Collaboration: Local businesses and employee-led gyoza sales
- Retail Booths: Government agency partnerships selling bead flowers
- Snack offerings from education and healthcare facilities
- Workshops on creating herbariums with product development experts

Call for Exhibitors

Application Period

• - Start Date: July 21, 2026, at 11:00
• - End Date: August 20, 2026, at 23:59

Recruitment Details

• - Exhibitors Needed: Individuals or organizations interested in showcasing products, food vendors, workshop coordinators, performers, etc.
• - Exhibition Fee: Ranges from 3,000 to 20,000 yen (may vary based on content; student rates available)
• - Application Process: Interested parties can apply via the application form link.

- Note: In the event of a high number of applicants, selections will be made by September 8, 2026.

For comprehensive conditions and additional details, please refer to the official website.

The Campus: A Creative Hub

"THE CAMPUS" serves as the operational base for Kokuyo, functioning as a testing ground for working, living, and learning. Recently renovated from a 40-year-old building in Tokyo’s Shinagawa, it opened in 2021 as an office space that is accessible to the community. This live-office environment includes facilities for clients to observe office functions, a new business development lab, areas filled with stimulating art, and greenery, alongside a coffee stand and shop available for the local community.

For more details, visit: THE CAMPUS

Please note that the information in this article is accurate as of the publication date and is subject to change without notice.