Namaste Fukuoka 2026 has successfully concluded — marking our 10th Anniversary
with two magnificent days of Indian culture, classical dance, cuisine, and heartfelt India–Japan
connection at Tenjin Central Park, Fukuoka.
Since 2016, through the challenges of the pandemic, this festival has grown into Kyushu's largest
Indian cultural event. To every visitor, supporter, performer, volunteer, and media partner —
from the bottom of our hearts, Thank you. Namaste! 🙏
Since 2016, through the pandemic, and now celebrating our 10th Anniversary —
this journey has been possible only because of your unwavering support. "Discover India. Feel it close. Deepen the bonds."
See you again next spring in Fukuoka! Thank you! ありがとうございました! 🙏
Namaste Fukuoka 2026 — Celebrating 10 Years of India-Japan Cultural Friendship
10th Anniversary
Namaste Fukuoka
ナマステ 福岡 2026
Celebrating 10 Years of India-Japan Cultural Friendship
日印文化交流10周年記念 — 九州最大規模のインド文化フェスティバル
📅 April 11–12, 2026
📍 Tenjin Chuo Park, Fukuoka
🎫 Free Entry / 入場無料
☔ Rain or Shine / 雨天決行
About the Festival
A Decade of Color, Flavor & Friendship
色彩と味覚と友情の10年
This spring, under the cherry blossoms of Tenjin Chuo Park, Namaste Fukuoka returns for a landmark 10th edition — two days of authentic Indian culture, cuisine, music, and dance in the heart of Fukuoka city. Since its humble beginnings in 2016, this festival has grown into Kyushu's largest Indian cultural celebration, welcoming around 24,000 visitors last year alone.
Bharatanatyam, Odissi, Bollywood dance, sitar, taiko drums, J-Pop, beatbox and more across two packed days of live performances.
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Authentic Cuisine
本格インド料理
Over 10 food stalls serving curry, naan, South Indian specialties, spice-infused delights from across the subcontinent.
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Bazaar & Crafts
インド雑貨・バザール
Handcrafted jewelry, accessories, spices, and cultural goods from 9 market booths.
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Yoga Sessions
ヨガ体験
Morning yoga by Purvi Jhaveri / ABUNDANCE — both days from 10:30. All welcome, no experience needed.
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Henna Art
ヘナアート無料体験
Free traditional mehndi body art by skilled artists. A beautiful souvenir to wear home.
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Saree Experience
サリー着付け無料体験
Try on colorful traditional Indian attire and snap a photo at the Taj Mahal Love Frame photo spot.
Special Ceremony
10th Anniversary Opening
10周年記念 公式開会式
The official opening ceremony takes place on Saturday, April 11 at 12:00, featuring a special 10th anniversary ribbon-cutting and traditional lamp-lighting ceremony. Distinguished guests include representatives from the Consulate General of India, Fukuoka and the Governor of Fukuoka Prefecture.
Japan Airlines joins as an official sponsor for the first time in 2026, strengthening the bridge between India and Japan.
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Lamp Lighting
ランプ点灯式
A traditional Indian lamp-lighting inauguration marking a decade of cultural friendship and the start of the festival.
Our Journey
10 Years of Namaste Fukuoka
ナマステ福岡の歩み
2016
Born as a small community event introducing Indian culture through music, food, and friendship.
音楽や料理を通じてインド文化を紹介する小さな地域イベントとしてスタート。
2017
Recognized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as an India-Japan Friendship Year event. Expanded to two days.
外務省より日印友好交流年記念事業の認定を受け、2日間開催へ拡大。
2018
Received co-hosting approval from the Consulate General of India in Osaka-Kobe. Classical dance, Bollywood, and food created a colorful celebration.
在大阪・神戸インド総領事館より共催承認。インド古典舞踊やボリウッドダンスで福岡を彩る。
2019
Introduced eco-friendly operations. Became one of Kyushu's most unique India-Japan cultural festivals.
環境配慮型運営を導入。九州を代表する日印文化交流イベントの一つへと成長。
2020
Cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
新型コロナ感染拡大の影響で中止。
2021–2022
Moved online via YouTube, sharing dance, music, and culture with audiences worldwide.
YouTubeでのオンライン開催。ダンスや音楽などの文化プログラムを世界へ発信。
2023
The festival returned to Tenjin Central Park with live performances, food, and joyful crowds.
天神中央公園に戻り、ライブパフォーマンスと賑やかなフェスティバルが復活。
2024–2025
Expanded further with more performers, cultural experiences, and around 24,000 visitors in 2025.
出演者や体験プログラムが増え、2025年には約24,000人の来場者を記録。
2026
10th Anniversary. The biggest Namaste Fukuoka yet — celebrating a decade of building bridges between India and Japan.
第10回記念大会。日印の懸け橋として次の10年へ向けた新たな出発。
Main Stage Program
Two Days of Non-Stop Entertainment
メインステージプログラム
🟠 Saturday, April 11
4月11日(土)10:00〜18:00
10:00
Opening / オープニング
10:50
Yoga / Curtain Raiser of IDY 2026 — Abundance Lifestyle Home
11:25
福岡大学和太鼓部 鼓舞猿 (Japanese Drum Club Kobozaru Fukuoka University)
12:00
★ OFFICIAL OPENING CEREMONY ★ 公式開会式
12:20
BOLLYQE — Bollywood Semi Classical
12:30
Lotus Lotus 南インド古典舞踊教室 (South Indian Classical Dance)
12:45
ABUNDANCE — Bollywood Dance
13:05
Fashion Show & VIP Photo Session
13:30
インドボリウッドダンス TEAM ニラ (Indian Bollywood Dance — TEAM Neela)
13:50
福岡ボリウッド同好会 (Fukuoka Bollywood Fan Club)
14:10
インド伝統古典音楽シタール演奏 (Indian Classical Music — Sitar)
14:30
山口光貴 — J-Pop Live
15:05
Yushi — Guitar Performance
15:30
BOLLYQE — Bollywood Dance
15:55
Bollywood Karaoke
16:05
福岡支援太鼓団 海馬 (Fukuoka Support Taiko Group Kaiba)
16:50
Star Rabbits + すまいるきゃんでぃ
17:05
大江戸玉すだれ (oeedo tamasudare)
17:10
Pokhriyal Brothers — Beatbox
17:25
ABUNDANCE — Bollywood Dance
17:45
Bollywood Finale — TEAM ニラ
18:00
エンディング / Ending
🟢 Sunday, April 12
4月12日(日)10:00〜17:00
10:00
Opening / オープニング
10:30
Yoga / Curtain Raiser of IDY 2026 — Abundance Lifestyle Home
11:25
Fusion Dance Factory
11:58
Taiko — 夢来咲輝
12:31
Hero Show — ばってんジャー
12:49
ボリウッドダンス (Bollywood Dance) SILICA Dance Academy
13:07
ガンガーインド舞踊スタジオ (Ganga Indian Dance Studio)
13:30
東インド古典舞踊 Odissi / Ayumi & Izumi (East Indian Classical Dance)
13:53
インド伝統古典音楽シタール演奏 (Indian Classical Music — Sitar)
14:11
Lotus Lotus 南インド古典舞踊教室 (South Indian Classical Dance)
14:16
Vande Mataram — Collaboration of Bharatanatyam & Odissi
14:24
Bollywood Dance / Dance Team Bijoux
14:57
ABUNDANCE Bollywood Dance
15:15
ガネーシャストゥティ / 南インド古典舞踊 / スタジオピッパラ (Ganesh Stutti / South Indian Classical Dance / Studio Pippara)
15:28
Street Dance / BUBBLES feat. E.O.L
15:36
Bollywood Dance — Harica Naomi★ Bollywood Dance Troup
15:59
Isabelle Dance Academy
16:17
南インド映画ダンス by Jil☆Jil☆Mariyanmans
16:35
Bollywood Finale — TEAM ニラ
16:50
Grand Finale Dance
17:00
エンディング / Ending
Venue Guide
Food, Market & Activity Booths
会場MAP — 飲食・物販・体験ブース一覧
The venue features 27 zones spread across Tenjin Chuo Park, with food stalls, craft markets, cultural experience areas, and the main stage. Here's the full booth lineup:
Food & Drink 飲食 Goods & Crafts 物販 Other その他
1 GarageBosco
2 Naazindocrafts
3 ramah
4 Alapadma
5 アジアハンター (Asia Hunter)
6 achiBarre
7 SuganKesar
8 Shanti ban
9 飴色乃恋 (Ameiro no Koi)
10 楽園晩御飯 (Paradise Dinner)
11 銀座珈琲本店 (Ginza Coffee Main Store)
12 106サウスインディアン (106 South Indian)
13 スラージ (SURAJ)
14 南インド料理ダルマサーガラ (Dharma Sagar)
15 インド料理ビスヌ (Indian Cuisine Vishnu)
16 SPICE CARAVAN
17 mama curry
18 Naan House
19 Tevora
20 日本エデュテック (Nippon Edutech)
21 JOPIAC
22 Consulate Office
23 Japan Airlines
24 サリー着付け無料体験 (Free Saree Trial)
25 ヘナアート無料体験 (Free Henna Art)
26 本部 (Event Headquarters)
27 ゴミ回収所 / Garbage
Supporters & Partners
後援・協力団体
Consulate General of India, Fukuoka(在福岡インド総領事館)・Fukuoka Prefecture(福岡県)・Fukuoka City(福岡市)・Japan-India Association(公益財団法人日印協会)・Fukuoka India Friendship Association / FIFA(福岡インド友好協会)・FOSA(福岡県留学生会)・Habitat Fukuoka(ハビタット福岡市民の会)・JOPIAC(インド文化芸術振興機構)・Nishinippon Shimbun(西日本新聞社)・India Tourism Office, Tokyo(インド政府観光局)・Japan Airlines(日本航空)
Join Us This Spring
日印の懸け橋、ナマステ福岡2026にご期待ください
When / 日程
April 11 (Sat) 10:00–18:00
April 12 (Sun) 10:00–17:00