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April 4-5, 2026

Yamagata Curry Festival 2026

A local Japanese food event near Yamagata Station

with little Marche handmade market

Compare mini curry plates from local shops and food trucks.
Handmade stalls, sweets, and drinks join the weekend festival.

Apr 4-5, 2026, 10:00-16:00 | Yamagin Kenmin Hall Event Plaza, near Yamagata Station

Ticket Snapshot

Paper ticket set: 3 tickets / JPY 1,600 (cash only for ticket purchases) 1 curry item = 1 ticket SALUT sweets & drinks: cash / QR payments Drinks and toppings: pay at each booth You can buy additional ticket sets any time
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little Marche handmade market logo Special Event little Marche handmade market takes place alongside the festival https://littlemarche6.pages.dev/
Yamagata Curry Festival 2026 event poster
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Overview

What Is Yamagata Curry Festival 2026?

Yamagata Curry Festival 2026 is a local Japanese food event in Yamagata, Japan, where visitors compare mini curry plates from local shops and food trucks. The April 2026 festival also features sweets, drinks, and a handmade market, making it an easy weekend stop near Yamagata Station.

Apr 4-5, 2026 10:00-16:00 Yamagin Kenmin Hall Event Plaza Near Yamagata Station Local Japanese food event

Plan Your Visit

Event Details

  • Dates and time: April 4-5, 2026, from 10:00 to 16:00 each day.
  • Venue: Yamagin Kenmin Hall Event Plaza, 1-2-38 Futabacho, Yamagata, Yamagata 990-0828, Japan.
  • Paper ticket set: 3 tickets for JPY 1,600. One curry item costs one ticket.
  • Sweets, drinks, and little Marche handmade market booths run alongside the curry area.

Featured Experience

Handmade Market and Food Experience

Alongside the curry festival, little Marche adds a handmade market with local creators, giving visitors more than a tasting event. You can move between curry stalls, drinks, sweets, and market booths in one compact venue.

Because the site is near Yamagata Station, it works well for travelers looking for a casual Yamagata food stop in April 2026.

Highlights

  • Taste multiple curry styles from local Yamagata vendors and food trucks.
  • Pick up sweets and drinks outside the shared curry ticket system.
  • Browse handmade goods from little Marche during the same visit.
  • Walk over from Yamagata Station and explore the area before or after the event.

Why Visit?

This Yamagata local food event in Japan makes it easy to sample curry, browse handmade stalls, and spend a spring weekend near Yamagata Station.

STEP 1

Buy tickets

Pick up a 3-ticket set at the booth near the entrance.

STEP 2

Choose your route

Use spice level, shop style, and queue status to decide which curry stalls to visit next.

STEP 3

Enjoy the side experiences

Add sweets, drinks, or a little Marche handmade market stop before you head back.

Ticket Guide

Paper tickets let you compare mini curry portions from multiple vendors.

Key points first

Paper tickets: set of 3 for JPY 1,600 (cash only for ticket purchases) 1 curry item = 1 ticket SALUT sweets & drinks: cash / QR payments Drinks and toppings: pay at each booth You can buy as many extra sets as you want near the entrance
Buy a ticket set at the ticket booth near the entrance.
Hand one ticket to a curry vendor to order. SALUT sweets and drinks are paid separately by cash or QR.
If you want more, buy another ticket set on site.

Tips for making the rounds

  • All curry portions are served in mini size so you can try several shops.
  • Check queue status and start with the booths showing the shortest waits.
  • SALUT sweets and drinks are outside the ticket system and use cash or QR payments.
  • Drinks and toppings at curry booths are also paid separately.
  • There is no limit on how many ticket sets you can buy.

Curry Shops and Queue Status

15 curry shops + 2 dessert and drink shops at this Yamagata local food event. Click a card to view details.

17 shops

0-5 min5-10 min10-20 min20+ minSold out / preparing

Access

Location and Access

Yamagin Kenmin Hall Event Plaza is located at 1-2-38 Futabacho, Yamagata, Yamagata 990-0828, Japan. The venue is near Yamagata Station, and the embedded map below shows the event layout.

1-2-38 Futabacho, Yamagata, Yamagata 990-0828 Near Yamagata Station
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FAQ

Can I buy tickets only on the event day?

Yes. Tickets are sold at the ticket booth near the entrance, and you can buy additional sets during your visit.

How large is one serving?

All curry servings are mini size so visitors can compare several shops.

Can I still enjoy the event if I do not like spicy food?

Yes. Several shops offer milder options, and you can filter by spice level in the shop list.

Where can I find the latest updates?

The official website is the primary source. Additional notices may also be posted on Instagram.