Chennai Japan Expo 2026 (31st Jan - 1st February)
2026/1/7
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, Japanese martial arts demonstrations, ikebana (flower arrangement) displays, and captivating traditional Japanese music and stage performances.
Day 1 (31 January: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Inauguration Ceremony and Stage Performances (Details will be updated)
Day 2 (1 February: 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
Stage Performances
Seminars on Local Tourism, Education, and Work (Career)
Stalls of the following organizations
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, Japanese martial arts demonstrations, ikebana (flower arrangement) displays, and captivating traditional Japanese music and stage performances.
Day 1 (31 January: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Inauguration Ceremony and Stage Performances (Details will be updated)
Day 2 (1 February: 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
Stage Performances
Seminars on Local Tourism, Education, and Work (Career)
Stalls of the following organizations
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), 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), and more
Stage Performances & Highlights
Tsugaru Shamisen
Yosakoi from Kochi Prefecture
Visitors can look forward to an exciting stage program featuring:
- 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
- Panel discussions by Japanese companies
- Cosplay show by the Chennai Anime Club, and more
Contact
If you are interested in being part of the Expo as a volunteer, music or dance performer, presenter, MC, or school collaborator, or if you have any inquiries, we would be happy to hear from you.
Please drop us a message:
Culture & Information Section
culturecgj @ ms.mofa.go.jp
Please drop us a message:
Culture & Information Section
culturecgj @ ms.mofa.go.jp