Mugishokune Festival GW (2nd Edition): Urban Festival Gathering Expo's Spirit
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- Mugishokune Festival GW (2nd Edition): Urban Festival Gathering Expo's Spirit
- The 'Mugishokune Festival GW' will be held from May 1 to May 6, 2026, at Expo '70 Commemorative Park. This urban festival aims to continue the international exchange and cultural experiences from the Expo, featuring over 60 participating countries. New participating countries include Poland, Syria, Zimbabwe, Madagascar, Kenya, Bahrain, and GCC nations. New color variations of the German Pavilion character 'Circular' will be sold, and popular international food, goods, and experience content from the Expo will be featured. Japanese artists are also scheduled to perform, and a crowdfunding campaign is planned. Admission is free, but a separate park entrance fee is required.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: April 14, 2026
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The 'Mugishokune Festival GW' will be held from May 1 to May 6, 2026, at Expo '70 Commemorative Park. This urban festival aims to continue the international exchange and cultural experiences from the Expo, featuring over 60 participating countries. New participating countries include Poland, Syria, Zimbabwe, Madagascar, Kenya, Bahrain, and GCC nations. New color variations of the German Pavilion character 'Circular' will be sold, and popular international food, goods, and experience content from the Expo will be featured. Japanese artists are also scheduled to perform, and a crowdfunding campaign is planned. Admission is free, but a separate park entrance fee is required.
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- Mugishokune Festival GW (2nd Edition): Urban Festival Gathering Expo's Spirit (April 14, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- April 14, 2026
The 'Mugishokune Festival GW' will be held from May 1 to May 6, 2026, at Expo '70 Commemorative Park. This urban festival aims to continue the international exchange and cultural experiences from the Expo, featuring over 60 participating countries. New participating countries include Poland, Syria, Zimbabwe, Madagascar, Kenya, Bahrain, and GCC nations. New color variations of the German Pavilion character 'Circular' will be sold, and popular international food, goods, and experience content from the Expo will be featured. Japanese artists are also scheduled to perform, and a crowdfunding campaign is planned. Admission is free, but a separate park entrance fee is required.
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The 'Mugishokune Festival' is held as an 'After-Expo Festival' to return the international exchange and cultural experiences born at the Expo to the local community, rather than letting them be temporary. It aims to create continuous value as a new urban festival that inherits the enthusiasm and connections of the Expo and connects cultures.
**Mugishokune Festival GW**
**Expanded Participation, Over 60 Countries Gather**
Since the first announcement, participating countries and regions have further expanded. This event has evolved into an international festival gathering over 60 countries, making it one of the largest 'After-Expo' events. Newly participating countries/regions include: Poland, Syria, Zimbabwe, Madagascar, Kenya, Bahrain, and GCC (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain). The festival will create a 'miniature world' where diverse cultures intersect.
**German Pavilion Character 'Circular' Sales**
Products featuring 'Circular,' the German Pavilion character that attracted attention at the Expo, will be sold at this event. The 'cherry blossom pink' version sold at the March 2026 event received a great response, and new color variations have been decided.
**Popular Expo Foods Reunited**
In the food area, in addition to vendors from March, popular international food stalls that were a hit at the Expo will newly appear.
* Malaysia: A-DINING (May 1-6)
* Czech Republic: Traveling Beer Truck 'Pilsner Urquell-go' (May 1 only)
* India: Bharat Market (May 4-6)
* Africa: PANAF' (May 1-3)
* Pakistan: Halal Mughal (May 1-6)
* Philippines: KASTURI restaurant (May 1, 6)
* Germany: Oishii GERMANY (Dates TBD, beer sales only)
An opportunity to enjoy Expo foods again will be provided.
**Expanded Goods, Experiences, and Art Content**
In the goods and experience area, in addition to vendors from March, popular content from the Expo will be further enhanced.
* Poland: Amber jewelry and other goods
* China: Traditional costume experience
* Nauru: Nauru-kun goods sales
* Czech Republic: VIT live painting
* Yemen: Brooch sales
**World-Traveling Music and Culture Stage**
The stage will feature performances blending diverse cultures.
* Music and dance from Thailand/Peru/Africa
* Hawaii, classical and modern Hula dance
* Kyrgyz traditional instrument 'Komuz' performance
* Arabic music
* Brazilian Samba show
* Capoeira show
* Muay Thai exhibition
**Popular Japanese Artists Also Performing**
* COSAQ, KBD, KOPERU, teppei, DJ SPI-K from Umeda Cypher
* SPINA-BILL
* A HUNDRED BIRDS feat. Ten
The stage will transcend genres and borders.
**Future Developments**
A crowdfunding campaign is planned to start soon. A third press release will announce mini-pavilion exhibits and other food booths and content. The 'Mugishokune Festival' aims to be a place where everyone from young generations to older people can find 'something to enjoy.'
**Event Outline**
Event Name: Mugishokune Festival GW
Dates: May 1 (Fri) - May 6 (Wed), 2026
Location: Expo '70 Commemorative Park
Admission: Free (separate park admission fee required)
Content: Craft beer, multinational food, music/performances, cultural experiences, etc.
Expected Participation: Over 60 countries
Organizers: Mugishokune Festival Executive Committee (Nishio Rent All Co., Ltd. / Color create Co., Ltd. / FoodFes Co., Ltd.)
**Mugishokune Festival GW**
**Expanded Participation, Over 60 Countries Gather**
Since the first announcement, participating countries and regions have further expanded. This event has evolved into an international festival gathering over 60 countries, making it one of the largest 'After-Expo' events. Newly participating countries/regions include: Poland, Syria, Zimbabwe, Madagascar, Kenya, Bahrain, and GCC (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain). The festival will create a 'miniature world' where diverse cultures intersect.
**German Pavilion Character 'Circular' Sales**
Products featuring 'Circular,' the German Pavilion character that attracted attention at the Expo, will be sold at this event. The 'cherry blossom pink' version sold at the March 2026 event received a great response, and new color variations have been decided.
**Popular Expo Foods Reunited**
In the food area, in addition to vendors from March, popular international food stalls that were a hit at the Expo will newly appear.
* Malaysia: A-DINING (May 1-6)
* Czech Republic: Traveling Beer Truck 'Pilsner Urquell-go' (May 1 only)
* India: Bharat Market (May 4-6)
* Africa: PANAF' (May 1-3)
* Pakistan: Halal Mughal (May 1-6)
* Philippines: KASTURI restaurant (May 1, 6)
* Germany: Oishii GERMANY (Dates TBD, beer sales only)
An opportunity to enjoy Expo foods again will be provided.
**Expanded Goods, Experiences, and Art Content**
In the goods and experience area, in addition to vendors from March, popular content from the Expo will be further enhanced.
* Poland: Amber jewelry and other goods
* China: Traditional costume experience
* Nauru: Nauru-kun goods sales
* Czech Republic: VIT live painting
* Yemen: Brooch sales
**World-Traveling Music and Culture Stage**
The stage will feature performances blending diverse cultures.
* Music and dance from Thailand/Peru/Africa
* Hawaii, classical and modern Hula dance
* Kyrgyz traditional instrument 'Komuz' performance
* Arabic music
* Brazilian Samba show
* Capoeira show
* Muay Thai exhibition
**Popular Japanese Artists Also Performing**
* COSAQ, KBD, KOPERU, teppei, DJ SPI-K from Umeda Cypher
* SPINA-BILL
* A HUNDRED BIRDS feat. Ten
The stage will transcend genres and borders.
**Future Developments**
A crowdfunding campaign is planned to start soon. A third press release will announce mini-pavilion exhibits and other food booths and content. The 'Mugishokune Festival' aims to be a place where everyone from young generations to older people can find 'something to enjoy.'
**Event Outline**
Event Name: Mugishokune Festival GW
Dates: May 1 (Fri) - May 6 (Wed), 2026
Location: Expo '70 Commemorative Park
Admission: Free (separate park admission fee required)
Content: Craft beer, multinational food, music/performances, cultural experiences, etc.
Expected Participation: Over 60 countries
Organizers: Mugishokune Festival Executive Committee (Nishio Rent All Co., Ltd. / Color create Co., Ltd. / FoodFes Co., Ltd.)
FAQ
What is the main purpose of holding the Mugishokune Festival?
It is held as an After-Expo Festival to return international exchange and cultural experiences to the local community rather than letting them be temporary.
How many countries and regions are gathering at the Mugishokune Festival GW?
This event has evolved into an international festival gathering over 60 countries, making it one of the largest After-Expo events.
Which character from the German Pavilion will have its products sold at the event?
Products featuring Circular, the German Pavilion character that attracted attention at the Expo, will be sold at this event.
What food stall from Malaysia will appear at the food area, and what are its dates?
The food stall from Malaysia is A-DINING, and it will appear at the festival from May 1 to May 6.
What goods and experience content from Poland and China will be enhanced at the event?
Poland will offer amber jewelry and other goods, while China will provide a traditional costume experience.