Japanese Qualifier for International Paella Competition to be Held Again at Ama Archaeological Park in Takatsuki City
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- Japanese Qualifier for International Paella Competition to be Held Again at Ama Archaeological Park in Takatsuki City
- The 'Paella Summit 2026' will be held at Ama Archaeological Park in Takatsuki City, Osaka, on May 30th and 31st, 2026. The event includes the Japanese representative selection for the 65th Sueca International Paella Valenciana Competition, food stalls, and flamenco shows.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: May 25, 2026
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The 'Paella Summit 2026' will be held at Ama Archaeological Park in Takatsuki City, Osaka, on May 30th and 31st, 2026. The event includes the Japanese representative selection for the 65th Sueca International Paella Valenciana Competition, food stalls, and flamenco shows.
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- Japanese Qualifier for International Paella Competition to be Held Again at Ama Archaeological Park in Takatsuki City (May 25, 2026), PR Times
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- May 25, 2026
The 'Paella Summit 2026' will be held at Ama Archaeological Park in Takatsuki City, Osaka, on May 30th and 31st, 2026. The event includes the Japanese representative selection for the 65th Sueca International Paella Valenciana Competition, food stalls, and flamenco shows.
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The 'Paella Summit 2026' will take place over two days on Saturday, May 30th, and Sunday, May 31st, 2026, at Ama Archaeological Park in Takatsuki City. This event features the Japanese qualifier for the 65th Sueca International Paella Valenciana Competition, where chefs compete in paella-making skills. This marks the third time the event is being held in the city. In addition to the selection competition, the event will feature the sale of paella cooked in a massive 1.5-meter pot, food stalls from 16 shops including Spanish restaurants, and flamenco shows.
The international competition in Spain is the oldest and most historic paella-making contest. Celebrating its 65th year, 50 teams that have passed global qualifiers will compete. The Japanese qualifier for this competition will again be held at Ama Archaeological Park in Takatsuki City. Eighteen teams from across Japan will compete. All teams will be provided with the same ingredients, such as chicken and Valencia rice, and must complete 15 servings of paella within a two-and-a-half-hour time limit. The key evaluation points are extracting flavor from the same ingredients to create a high-quality soup and locking that flavor into each individual grain of rice. The qualifier will be open to the public for free, allowing spectators to watch the intense battle between professional chefs up close.
Furthermore, the event venue will increase the volume of paella sold from the popular 1.5-meter pot to 1,500 servings this year. The event also features food stalls from approximately 16 shops, including famous Kansai Spanish restaurants and local eateries, as well as flamenco shows by professional guitarists. We invite you to join this popular food and culture event, which saw over 10,000 visitors last year.
[Event Information]
Date: Saturday, May 30th, and Sunday, May 31st, 2026 (10:00 to 17:00 both days)
Venue: Ama Archaeological Park, East Area (12-3 Hatchonawate-cho, Takatsuki City)
Content: Paella Championship (Amateur and Professional categories), sales of paella cooked in a 1.5m pot (starting from 1,300 yen), food stalls (approx. 16 shops), flamenco show
*Amateur category held on May 30th, Professional category on May 31st
Admission: Free
Access: 13-minute walk from JR Takatsuki Station, 10-minute walk from Hankyu Takatsuki-shi Station
The international competition in Spain is the oldest and most historic paella-making contest. Celebrating its 65th year, 50 teams that have passed global qualifiers will compete. The Japanese qualifier for this competition will again be held at Ama Archaeological Park in Takatsuki City. Eighteen teams from across Japan will compete. All teams will be provided with the same ingredients, such as chicken and Valencia rice, and must complete 15 servings of paella within a two-and-a-half-hour time limit. The key evaluation points are extracting flavor from the same ingredients to create a high-quality soup and locking that flavor into each individual grain of rice. The qualifier will be open to the public for free, allowing spectators to watch the intense battle between professional chefs up close.
Furthermore, the event venue will increase the volume of paella sold from the popular 1.5-meter pot to 1,500 servings this year. The event also features food stalls from approximately 16 shops, including famous Kansai Spanish restaurants and local eateries, as well as flamenco shows by professional guitarists. We invite you to join this popular food and culture event, which saw over 10,000 visitors last year.
[Event Information]
Date: Saturday, May 30th, and Sunday, May 31st, 2026 (10:00 to 17:00 both days)
Venue: Ama Archaeological Park, East Area (12-3 Hatchonawate-cho, Takatsuki City)
Content: Paella Championship (Amateur and Professional categories), sales of paella cooked in a 1.5m pot (starting from 1,300 yen), food stalls (approx. 16 shops), flamenco show
*Amateur category held on May 30th, Professional category on May 31st
Admission: Free
Access: 13-minute walk from JR Takatsuki Station, 10-minute walk from Hankyu Takatsuki-shi Station
FAQ
When and where will the Paella Summit 2026 be held?
It will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2026, and Sunday, May 31, 2026, at the Anman Remains Park in Takatsuki City, Osaka Prefecture.
What is the admission fee for the Paella Summit 2026?
Admission is free.
Can I buy paella at the Paella Summit?
Yes, paella cooked in a 1.5-meter pan will be available for purchase, along with about 16 food stalls offering Spanish cuisine and local dishes.
Who will participate in the Japanese representative selection for the paella competition?
Eighteen teams from all over Japan will compete to win the right to participate in the world competition. They will prepare paella for 15 people using the same ingredients within a set time limit.
How can I access Anman Remains Park?
It is a 13-minute walk from JR Takatsuki Station and a 10-minute walk from Hankyu Takatsuki City Station.