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TASTING FES: A Miniature Board Game Festival

Get ready for a delightful board game experience at TASTING FES, hosted by LUNCH BAG GAMES, taking place on October 26, 2025, at SPRING TERRACE in Omotesando. This event, focusing on portable and compact board games that fit in your lunch bag, invites everyone to come and play without any participation fee.

Overview of TASTING FES

TASTING FES is not just an exhibition; it’s a lively gathering where enthusiasts can enjoy a variety of small-sized board games. Aiming to promote the joy of playing quick, easy-to-carry games, this year marks the second installment of TASTING FES and introduces a new “recommended games showcase” initiative.

Recommended Games Showcase

At the heart of this event is the recommended games showcase, where participants can bring their favorite lunch bag-sized games, be they commercially available or homemade. This will not only provide a platform for players to promote their beloved games but also facilitate community building among board game lovers.

About LUNCH BAG GAMES

LUNCH BAG GAMES is an organization dedicated to promoting small-sized, portable board games through various playtesting events. Leveraging the board game community website, Bodoge Bear (bear.cool), they create opportunities for game designers, publishers, and players to connect and share their passion for gaming.

Key Activities Include:

• - Organizing regular playtesting events focused on lunch bag-sized games.
• - Providing opportunities for prototype testing of new games.
• - Hosting free events to make board gaming accessible to everyone.
• - Serving as a space for playtesting before major gaming events like game markets.

Mission Statement

Their mission is to foster the growth of board game culture by facilitating exchanges between creators and players through the promotion of highly portable games.

Event Details

• - Event Name: TASTING FES
• - Date: October 26, 2025
• - Time: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
• - Location: SPRING TERRACE, 2F, 4-26-28 Jingumae, Shibuya City, Tokyo
• - Participation Fee: Free
• - Activities:

- Playtesting of lunch bag-sized board games (each game lasts about 20 minutes).
- Recommended games showcase (participants can display their favorite games).
- Networking opportunities among game designers, publishers, and players.

Who Can Attend?

Anyone interested in board games is welcome to join this event! Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned player, TASTING FES promises to be a place where you can discover new favorites.

Participating Circles

In this edition of TASTING FES, a total of 10 circles will showcase their games:

Area A:

• - A-1: Yoneko Games
• - A-2: Hiyoyo's Shop
• - A-3: 88create
• - A-4: Harvest Valley

Area B:

• - B-1: Sainage
• - B-2: RMBC
• - B-3: HLKT Workshop
• - B-4: Kuso Lab

Area C:

• - C-1: Asakusa Games
• - C-2: Lairuz

Each circle brings unique games for attendees to try out, enhancing the overall experience.

Special Feature: Asakusa Games Booth

At C-1 booth, Asakusa Games will present their cooperative and strategic game, “Ka-hime Denki -Kitsunebi Tsukiyo-.” This game promises a thrilling experience in confronting challenges together.

A Message to Attendees

TASTING FES offers a chance to discover the charm of petite board games you can easily play with friends and family during your commute or breaks. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, don't hesitate to join as you might just find your new favorite game!

Contact Information

For inquiries regarding the entire event:

• - Organizer: LUNCH BAG GAMES
• - Official Social Media: X (formerly Twitter) @lunchbaggames
• - Event Information: Bodoge Bear (bear.cool)
• - Event ID: 73261
• - URL: https://www.bear.cool/board-game/event/73261/info

For inquiries about Asakusa Games' participation:

• - Organization: Asakusa Games (Future Techno Developers Co., Ltd.)
• - Contact Person: Representative Nakagawa
• - Official Social Media: X (formerly Twitter) @asakusa_games
• - Email: [email protected]

Note: This press release is based on information as of October 20, 2025. For the latest updates, please check the official social media or event page.