Chennai Japan Expo 2026 (31st January - 1st February)
2026/1/29
Chennai Japan Expo 2026 - 3rd Edition
We are delighted to announce that the 3rd edition of the Chennai Japan Expo 2026 will be held on 31 January and 1 February 2026 at VR Chennai, Anna Nagar. The Chennai Japan Expo warmly welcomes everyone who is eager to explore the vibrant world of Japan’s culture, travel, education, and work opportunities — Travel, Study, Work!
Dates
31 January (Saturday) & 1 February (Sunday), 2026
Time
31 January: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
1 February: 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Venue
VR Chennai, Anna Nagar, Chennai
Entry
Free entry | Open to all
About the Expo
The Chennai Japan Expo is organized by the Consulate-General of Japan in Chennai, in collaboration with JETRO, The Japan Foundation, ABK-AOTS DOSOKAI (Tamil Nadu Centre), and VR Chennai as the venue partner.
The Expo features a rich and engaging lineup of exhibitions, presentations, workshops, and interactive activities. Visitors can enjoy hands-on workshops, sado (tea ceremony) demonstration, ikebana (flower arrangement) displays and demonstration, and captivating traditional Japanese music and stage performances.
Dates
31 January (Saturday) & 1 February (Sunday), 2026
Time
31 January: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
1 February: 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Venue
VR Chennai, Anna Nagar, Chennai
Entry
Free entry | Open to all
About the Expo
The Chennai Japan Expo is organized by the Consulate-General of Japan in Chennai, in collaboration with JETRO, The Japan Foundation, ABK-AOTS DOSOKAI (Tamil Nadu Centre), and VR Chennai as the venue partner.
The Expo features a rich and engaging lineup of exhibitions, presentations, workshops, and interactive activities. Visitors can enjoy hands-on workshops, sado (tea ceremony) demonstration, ikebana (flower arrangement) displays and demonstration, and captivating traditional Japanese music and stage performances.
Day 1 (31 January: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.) Inauguration Ceremony
Inauguration Ceremony by Mr. TAKAHASHI Muneo, Consul-General of Japan in Chennai.
Distinguished Guests
The Expo Inauguration Ceremony will be graced by esteemed guests including:
Mr. Kaoru Shiraishi, Director General, JETRO, Chennai
Mr. Koji Sato, Director General, Japan Foundation, New Delhi
Mr. Kazuki Takano, Executive Director, CLAIR, Singapore Office
Mr. G. Chandramohan, Chairman, ABK-AOTS Dosokai Tamilnadu Centre, Chennai
A Professional Tsugaru Shamisen performer from Japan, along with artists, educators, industry leaders, and all enthusiasts of Japan - everyone is welcome!
The Inauguration Ceremony will be followed by a lively program featuring J-pop music, anime songs, a Tamil song performed by J-Hind, traditional Japanese music by a Yamaha Music demonstrator, and Tsugaru Jonkara Bushi as well as anime songs performed on the Tsugaru Shamisen.
Distinguished Guests
The Expo Inauguration Ceremony will be graced by esteemed guests including:
Mr. Kaoru Shiraishi, Director General, JETRO, Chennai
Mr. Koji Sato, Director General, Japan Foundation, New Delhi
Mr. Kazuki Takano, Executive Director, CLAIR, Singapore Office
Mr. G. Chandramohan, Chairman, ABK-AOTS Dosokai Tamilnadu Centre, Chennai
A Professional Tsugaru Shamisen performer from Japan, along with artists, educators, industry leaders, and all enthusiasts of Japan - everyone is welcome!
The Inauguration Ceremony will be followed by a lively program featuring J-pop music, anime songs, a Tamil song performed by J-Hind, traditional Japanese music by a Yamaha Music demonstrator, and Tsugaru Jonkara Bushi as well as anime songs performed on the Tsugaru Shamisen.
Day 2 (1 February: 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.) Stage Performances & Program
Tsugaru Shamisen
Yosakoi from Kochi Prefecture
Visitors can look forward to an exciting stage program featuring:
Day 2 (1 February: 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.) Stage Program
11:00 - 11:15 Day 2 Introduction
11:15 - 11:30 Ikebana
11:30 - 11:45 Tsugaru Shamisen Performance
11:45 - 12:00 Vels Vidyashram Music Team
12:00 - 12:45 CLAIR Presentation (JET Program & Local Tourism)
12:45 - 13:00 Yamaha Music Presentation (School Project)
13:00 - 13:15 Ehime Prefecture Presentation
13:15 - 13:30 Osaka Prefecture Presentation
13:30 - 13:45 Kochi Prefecture Presentation
14:00 - 14:15 University of Tokyo India Office
14:15 - 14:30 International University of Japan
14:30 - 14:45 Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University of Japan
15:00 - 15:20 Tea Ceremony Demonstration
15:40 - 16:10 J-Hind Band Music
16:20 - 16:30 Chennai Sakura Ensemble
16:40 - 17:10 Chennai Karaoke Band
17:30 - 17:45 JETRO Presentation
17:45 - 18:00 iTokyo and UNITAS Japanese Language School Presentation
18:00 - 18:15 Nihon Edutech
18:30 - 18:45 Cosplay Show by Chennai Anime Club
18:45 - 19:00 Japan Quiz
19:00 - 19:30 YOSAKOI from Kochi Prefecture
19:30 - 20:00 Tsugaru Shamisen Performance
- Japanese songs performed with the Tsugaru Shamisen (a traditional Japanese stringed i instrument)
- Anime song performances by the Chennai Karaoke Band (CKB)
- J-pop songs and Tamil song by J-Hind
- Yosakoi dance performance (a special traditional dance from Kochi Prefecture)
- Ikebana (flower arrangement) demonstrations
- Sado (Tea Ceremony) demonstrations
- Cosplay show by the Chennai Anime Club, and more
Day 2 (1 February: 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.) Stage Program
11:00 - 11:15 Day 2 Introduction
11:15 - 11:30 Ikebana
11:30 - 11:45 Tsugaru Shamisen Performance
11:45 - 12:00 Vels Vidyashram Music Team
12:00 - 12:45 CLAIR Presentation (JET Program & Local Tourism)
12:45 - 13:00 Yamaha Music Presentation (School Project)
13:00 - 13:15 Ehime Prefecture Presentation
13:15 - 13:30 Osaka Prefecture Presentation
13:30 - 13:45 Kochi Prefecture Presentation
14:00 - 14:15 University of Tokyo India Office
14:15 - 14:30 International University of Japan
14:30 - 14:45 Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University of Japan
15:00 - 15:20 Tea Ceremony Demonstration
15:40 - 16:10 J-Hind Band Music
16:20 - 16:30 Chennai Sakura Ensemble
16:40 - 17:10 Chennai Karaoke Band
17:30 - 17:45 JETRO Presentation
17:45 - 18:00 iTokyo and UNITAS Japanese Language School Presentation
18:00 - 18:15 Nihon Edutech
18:30 - 18:45 Cosplay Show by Chennai Anime Club
18:45 - 19:00 Japan Quiz
19:00 - 19:30 YOSAKOI from Kochi Prefecture
19:30 - 20:00 Tsugaru Shamisen Performance
Participating Organizations & Institutions
・JETRO (Japan External Trade Organization)
・The Japan Foundation
・ABK-AOTS DOSOKAI, Tamil Nadu Centre
・CLAIR (Council of Local Authorities for International Relations)
・Ehime Prefecture
・Kochi Prefecture
・Osaka Prefecture
・Yamaha Music India
・University of Tokyo – India Office
・International University of Japan (IUJ)
・Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU)
・UNITAS Japanese Language School (Japan) & iTokyo (India)
・Nihon Edutech, and more
・The Japan Foundation
・ABK-AOTS DOSOKAI, Tamil Nadu Centre
・CLAIR (Council of Local Authorities for International Relations)
・Ehime Prefecture
・Kochi Prefecture
・Osaka Prefecture
・Yamaha Music India
・University of Tokyo – India Office
・International University of Japan (IUJ)
・Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU)
・UNITAS Japanese Language School (Japan) & iTokyo (India)
・Nihon Edutech, and more
Contact
Thank you very much for your interest in being part of the Expo. At this time, all participation roles have been filled. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you to the Expo as visitors and hope you will enjoy the event with us!
Please drop us a message for any inquiry:
Culture & Information Section
culturecgj @ ms.mofa.go.jp
Please drop us a message for any inquiry:
Culture & Information Section
culturecgj @ ms.mofa.go.jp