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2025 Bread Festival in F Village: A Bread Lover's Paradise

The 2025 Bread Festival is set to take place from May 13 to 18 in F Village, Hokkaido, a celebration that combines culinary delights with the thrill of baseball. Since its inception in 2016 at Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse, this festival has attracted over 1.6 million visitors, marking it as one of Japan's largest festivals dedicated to bread lovers.

This year's festival brings back the collaboration with the popular Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters after a two-year hiatus, allowing attendees to enjoy not only delicious bread but also exciting baseball games. The first three days from May 13 to 15 will coincide with the Fighters’ games against the Orix Buffaloes, offering a unique Gameday experience.

During this Gameday version of the festival, guests are encouraged to grab a loaf and enjoy the thrill of live baseball. Imagine the excitement of cheering for your team while savoring exclusive bread flavors crafted by talented bakers! After the games, from May 16 to 18, the festival will transform into a special version, featuring renowned bread shops from across the country, really turning it into an unmissable event.

Exclusive Limited Edition Breads

This year's festival will showcase exclusive limited edition breads crafted by 12 local bakeries, all developed specifically for the event, showcasing flavors that resonate with the spirit of the Fighters. Here’s a sneak peek of some of the special creations:

• - Full Swing Turkey from Hongō Bakery (Tokyo)
• - Rich Honey Scone with Matcha Chocolate Cashew from famfam (Gifu)
• - Rondo Danish Three-Set by ANDE (Kyoto)
• - French Style Black Curry from Award-winning Awaji Beef Curry Bread Sunheart (Hyogo)
• - Choshu Tartar Pickle Sandwich from Tartar Egg Sandwich Specialist Kōhakushō (Yamaguchi)
• - And many more surprising flavors!

Unmissable Line-Up of Bakeries

The festival will feature exciting new entries and fan-favorites. Some notable bakeries participating include:

• - Boulangerie Cherie (Chiba)
• - Sandwich Shop Merci (Tokyo)
• - HITOKAMI (Tokyo) - featuring handmade Japanese-style bread, making its debut at the F Village location!
• - Croissant Atelier Mikazuki (Hokkaido) - known for their exquisite croissants

Premium Bread Set

For bread aficionados, the festival will also offer a Premium Bread Set containing:
1. A specially designed tote bag, perfect for carrying your festival finds.
2. A selection of limited edition breads available on-site only.
3. Priority entry access, allowing early admission to avoid the lines!

All of these can be yours for just 5,000 yen. Hurry, as quantities are limited! You can purchase through the official ticket site linked on the Bread Festival's website.

Join Us in the Celebration

With festivities planned throughout the six days, excited attendees can explore unique bread flavors, enjoy splendid events around the baseball games, and experience a community atmosphere filled with laughter and joyful discoveries. Whether you are a local or visiting Hokkaido, the 2025 Bread Festival is the place to be!

For the latest updates, be sure to follow the official site and social media channels. Don’t miss out on the celebrations coming soon!

Event Details:

• - Event name: 2025 Bread Festival in F Village
• - Date: May 13 (Tuesday) - 18 (Sunday), 2025
• - Location: Hokkaido Ballpark F Village, Hokkaido
• - Entry fee: Free from May 16 to 18; ticket required on Gameday.

Mark your calendars and get ready for an extraordinary celebration of bread!