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Japan Today
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Japan Today
Taste of Iceland Festival to be held in Tokyo on May 30-31
Taste of Iceland, a cultural festival, will be held in Tokyo on May 30-31. The festival invites guests to experience the true essence of Iceland through diverse and exciting events in Tokyo showcasing the best of Icelandic culture, including food, music, literature, art, design and the Northern Lights. Guest of honor at the festival to be held at Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo will be Iceland President Halla Tómasdóttir. Attendees also include Icelandic musicians Ásgeir, JDFR and award winning artists, designers, authors and the mayor of Iceland's capital Reykjavík, Heiða Björg Hilmisdóttir. Stefán Haukur Jóhannesson, ambassador of Iceland in Japan, said: 'Taste of Iceland is a unique opportunity to experience the richness of Icelandic culture, right here in Tokyo. From our world-class cuisine to our artistic traditions, this festival showcases the creativity and heritage that define Iceland. Strengthening cultural ties between Iceland and Japan not only deepens mutual understanding but also opens doors for future collaborations. We are delighted to share a taste of Iceland with Japan and invite everyone to experience the essence of our vibrant culture." Most events are free and open to the public. Event tickets are required and are available on the Inspired by Iceland website. © Japan Today
Metropolis Japan
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metropolis Japan
Taste of Iceland Tokyo
'Taste of Iceland' is a festival where you can experience Iceland with all five senses, arriving in Japan for the first time! It will be held across Shibuya and Shinjuku between May 30th and 31st. The annual event has been held in North American cities for over 20 years, attracting more than 5,000 visitors annually. The host cities for 2025 are scheduled to be Tokyo, Nashville, Boston, and Toronto. 'Taste of Iceland Tokyo' will allow visitors to fully enjoy the charms of Iceland through events held from various angles, including Icelandic music, food culture, literature, art, and design, as well as special lectures on the Northern Lights and the 2026 total solar eclipse. Special guests at the event will include Iceland's President Hattra Támasdóttir, Reykjavik Mayor Heida Björg Hilmisdóttir, leading Icelandic music scene artist Ásgeir, musician JDFR, as well as award-winning designers and authors. Tickets are free, but reservations are required. Find out more information about tickets here. Date: May 30th (Fri) – 31st (Sat) Time: 18:00-21:00 Location: Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo (3-4-7 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0023) Date: Friday, May 30 Time: Doors open 19:15 / Show starts 20:00 Location: SPACE ODD (1F Hikawa Building, 2-11 Sarugakucho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0033) Date: Saturday, May 31st Time: 17:00-18:00 Location: Daikanyama T-SITE (16-15 Sarugakucho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0033) Date: Saturday, May 31st Time: 12:00-18:00 Location: Daikanyama T-SITE (16-15 Sarugakucho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0033) Date: Saturday, May 31st Time: 14:00-16:00 Location: Daikanyama T-SITE (16-15 Sarugakucho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0033) Date: Saturday, May 31st Time: 16:00-18:00 Location: Daikanyama T-SITE (16-15 Sarugakucho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0033) ￥Free
