11th Paella & Tapas Festival 2026 to be held at Hibiya Park
The Paella & Tapas Festival 2026 will take place at Hibiya Park from June 5th to 7th, 2026, featuring championships and international qualifying rounds.
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The official selection event for the Japanese representative to compete in the 'World Paella Day Cup 2026,' one of the world's largest international paella competitions held in Valencia, Spain, will also take place at the venue.
Highlights:
- 'National Paella Championship' and 'National Tapas Championship' to decide the Grand Prix.
- 'Valenciana Paella Japan Contest' with a grand prize of a study trip to Spain.
- Official qualifier for the 'World Paella Day Cup 2026.'
- New 'Mercadillo' area opening.
- Spanish stage featuring flamenco, dolçaina, and venenciador performances.
The Grand Prix winners will be determined by visitor votes, with results announced on the final day, June 7th (Sun). Award-winning restaurants will receive an original paella-pan trophy.
FAQ
When and where will the 11th Paella and Tapas Festival 2026 be held?
It will be held from June 5, 2026 (Friday) to June 7, 2026 (Sunday) for three days at Hibiya Park in Chiyoda, Tokyo.
What are the highlights of the event?
The highlights include the Grand Prix final of the National Paella and Tapas Championship, the Valenciana Paella Japan Competition, the Japanese preliminary round of the 'World Paella Day Cup 2026', the debut of the new area 'Mercadillo', and the Spanish Culture Stage.
When will the results of the Paella Championship be announced?
The results of the championships will be announced on the final day of the event, June 7, 2026 (Sunday).
What are the prizes for the winners of the event?
The winning store of the 'Valenciana Paella Japan Competition' will be invited to a training program in Spain. Additionally, original Paella pan trophies will be awarded to the winning stores of each championship.
What other attractions are there besides Spanish events?
In addition to the new 'Mercadillo' area, there will be performances of flamenco, dulzaina, and benedictadores on the Spanish Stage.