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Korea-Japan Festival 2026 in Seoul

A festival of Korea-Japan friendship, the start of a new encounter

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COEX
Hall D

About this Exhibition

The Korea-Japan Festival 2026 in Seoul is a festival of Korea-Japan friendship, originating from the 'Korea-Japan Friendship Year' in 2005, which marked the 40th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Korea and Japan. This event marks its 22nd edition and will be held at COEX Hall D (3rd floor) on October 10, 2026, from 11:00 to 18:30. The main secretariat is the Korea-Japan Culture & Industry Exchange Association, and the Korean operating secretariat is Saetgangnaru Co., Ltd. The event will feature various programs and booths, providing a great opportunity to experience Korean and Japanese culture and industries.

Highlights

  • Yosakoi Arirang performance
  • Short-form contest results announcement
  • Cosplay (general) pre-registration
  • Official influencer 'Cookie Couple' participation
  • Volunteer recruitment

Tags

#Korea-JapanFestival#Korea-JapanFriendship#COEX#CulturalExchange#Festival#Korea-JapanCulture#2026#Seoul

Recommended For

All age groups interested in Korean and Japanese culture

Visit Tips

A large crowd is expected on the day of the event, so please check the time in advance and visit with ample time.

FAQ

Is the event free admission?

As there is no information about admission fees on the official website, please check future announcements.

Operating Hours

Sat, October 10: 11:00-18:30

Exhibit Categories

Cultural performancesExhibitionsExperience programs

Pre-registration Period

Sep 9, 2026 -Sep 30, 2026

Venue Information

COEX

Hall D