{"id":240115,"date":"2026-07-20T11:12:26","date_gmt":"2026-07-20T15:12:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/?p=240115"},"modified":"2026-07-20T15:36:55","modified_gmt":"2026-07-20T19:36:55","slug":"japanese-food-festival-overpeck-park-bergen-county-nj","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/japanese-food-festival-overpeck-park-bergen-county-nj\/","title":{"rendered":"A Japanese Food Festival Is Coming to Bergen County"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"custom_featured_image\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/japanese-food-festival--800x533.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/japanese-food-festival--800x533.png 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/japanese-food-festival--768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/japanese-food-festival--585x390.png 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/japanese-food-festival--263x175.png 263w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/japanese-food-festival-.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><div id=\"custom_category\" style=\"display:none;\">events<\/div>\r\n<p>Bergen County foodies, assemble. We have another reason to arrive hungry this summer. A Japanese Food Festival is coming to Overpeck County Park on Saturday, August 1st, 2026, with Japanese street food, <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/live-music-spots-bergen-county-nj\/\">live music<\/a>, Taiko drumming, traditional dancing, and activities for the whole family. Hosted by the Japanese American Association of New Jersey, the free event will run from 11 AM to 8 PM in the park\u2019s amphitheater area. <strong>Read on for everything to know about the Japanese Food Festival in Ridgefield Park.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-240118\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/japanese-food-festival--800x533.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/japanese-food-festival--800x533.png 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/japanese-food-festival--768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/japanese-food-festival--585x390.png 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/japanese-food-festival--263x175.png 263w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/japanese-food-festival-.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Japanese Food Festival<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The Japanese American Association of New Jersey, also known as JAANJ, is bringing a full day of Japanese food and culture to Bergen County. The Japanese Food Festival will take place at the amphitheater area of <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/overpeck-park-bergen-county-nj\/\">Overpeck County Park<\/a>, located along Challenger Road in Ridgefield Park. Admission is free, and the event is open to visitors of all ages.<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>Read More:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/overpeck-park-bergen-county-nj\/\">Your Guide to Overpeck Park in Bergen County<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Food is a major draw of the festival, with vendors serving a variety of authentic Japanese street food, snacks, sweets, and specialty drinks throughout the day. A final vendor lineup has not yet been announced, but according to the event website, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.japanfes.com\/new-blog\/2026\/aug-1-nj\">vendors that may participate include:<\/a><\/p>\r\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\r\n<li>Yakitori by Yakitori Gen<\/li>\r\n<li>Karaage by Karaageya<\/li>\r\n<li>Karaage by Karaage Kun<\/li>\r\n<li>Mochi by Mochi Mochi Sisters<\/li>\r\n<li>Udon by Happy L<\/li>\r\n<li>Matcha lattes + specialty drinks by NOORHAUS<\/li>\r\n<li>Stir-fried noodles by Yokote Yakisoba<\/li>\r\n<li>Gyoza by Gyoza Station<\/li>\r\n<li>Takoyaki by Takomaru<\/li>\r\n<li>Candied fruit by Chan Bai Mei Desserts<\/li>\r\n<li>Ramen by Menya Jiro<\/li>\r\n<li>Imagawayaki by Catmint Wheel Cake<\/li>\r\n<li>Omurice + robatayaki by TJ Big Pan<\/li>\r\n<li>Katsu sando by Mr. K Katsu Sando<\/li>\r\n<li>Onigiri + bubble tea by Yaya Tea<\/li>\r\n<li>Hokkaido milk tea by Cozy Tea Loft<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Live Performances + Cultural Activities<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The festival will feature live music and a Taiko drumming performance. Taiko is a traditional form of Japanese percussion known for its powerful sound and synchronized movements. Guests can also participate in Bon Odori, a traditional Japanese dance commonly performed during summer festivals. The group dance is designed to bring community members together and can be enjoyed by both experienced dancers and first-time participants.<\/p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;&lt;\/<iframe style=\"border: none; overflow: hidden;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/plugins\/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FNjnihonjinkai%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02ie7SvupP3AkMv654bLN7rkzofAXJpZmTmbffY9CxqzeBBPtNkar3pNPu5ALa5ffsl&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=500\" width=\"500\" height=\"497\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>p&gt;<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>See More:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.themontclairgirl.com\/food-festivals-new-jersey-summer-2026\/?preview_id=255621&amp;#038;preview_nonce=a21033dd80&amp;#038;post_format=standard&amp;#038;_thumbnail_id=255627&amp;#038;preview=true\">Food Festivals Happening in New Jersey for Summer 2026, By County<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n<p>The event will also include a Yukata contest. Yukata are lightweight traditional garments often worn during Japanese summer celebrations. Festival-goers are welcome to dress up and participate in the contest. Hands-on cultural activities will be available for children and families throughout the day. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and settle in for an afternoon of food, music, and performances in the park.<\/p>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Event Details<\/h2>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday, August 1st, 2026&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 11AM to 8PM<\/p>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Overpeck County Park Amphitheater Area, Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park<\/p>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Admission:<\/strong> Free<\/p>\r\n<p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n<p>The festival is scheduled to take place outdoors. Guests may want to check the event organizers\u2019 social media pages before attending for weather updates, vendor announcements, and additional scheduling information.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Follow @thebergencountygirl on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thebergencountygirl\/?hl=en\"><span class=\"s1\">Instagram<\/span><\/a> for the latest Bergen County updates, <a href=\"https:\/\/thebergencountygirl.myflodesk.com\/uu0mgpgtm0\"><span class=\"s1\">sign up for our email list here<\/span><\/a> that shares everything you missed each week, and check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/events\/\"><span class=\"s1\">events calendar<\/span><\/a>, which has over 30+ events weekly to peruse.<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"categories\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/events -news\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Events<\/a><\/div>\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>events Bergen County foodies, assemble. 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