Authentic tuk-tuks are coming to Yamagata…!
“Thai Fes in Yamagata 2026” is happening over two days, Saturday, September 12 and Sunday, September 13, 2026, at the plaza in front of Yamagin Kenmin Hall!
It’s a much bigger version of last year’s “Mini Thai Fes,” packed with Thai food, goods, Muay Thai, and more ✨
📖 What’s in this article 📖
☝️Event details for Thai Fes in Yamagata 2026
✌️Highlights like the tuk-tuk display and the Muay Thai workout experience
🤟The lineup of Thai food and goods vendors
Thai Fes in Yamagata 2026 Comes to Yamagata City, September 12–13 🇹🇭
The event is organized by the Thai Fes in Yamagata Executive Committee and YAMAGATA EKIMAE BAR.
It’s backed by the Royal Thai Embassy, Tokyo; the Tourism Authority of Thailand; Yamagata Prefecture; and Yamagata City — a genuine collaboration between the local community and the Kingdom of Thailand 😲
Built around the theme “Get to know Thailand, want to visit Thailand, want to be friends with Thailand,” it’s a major expansion of last year’s “Mini Thai Fes”!
Event Details: Saturday, September 12 – Sunday, September 13, 2026, at the Plaza in Front of Yamagin Kenmin Hall
The event runs from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Saturday, September 12 through Sunday, September 13, 2026, at the plaza in front of Yamagin Kenmin Hall. Since it’s held outdoors in an open plaza, it’s easy to drop by on either day ✨
| Organizer | Thai Fes in Yamagata Executive Committee / YAMAGATA EKIMAE BAR |
| Supported by | Royal Thai Embassy, Tokyo; Tourism Authority of Thailand; Yamagata Prefecture; Yamagata City |
| Venue | Plaza in front of Yamagin Kenmin Hall |
| Dates | Saturday, September 12 – Sunday, September 13, 2026, 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
Authentic Tuk-Tuks and a Muay Thai Workout Session — Here’s What to Check Out 🖊️
The venue will feature an authentic Thai tuk-tuk (a three-wheeled taxi common in Thailand) on display, plus live Thai music from a DJ to set the mood ♪
It should make for a great photo spot too 📸
A Real Muay Thai Performance by Gym Fighters, Plus a Hands-On Workout Program
One highlight is the Muay Thai (Thailand’s traditional martial art) content!
You won’t just get to watch an authentic performance by fighters from a Muay Thai gym — there’s also a hands-on “Muay Thai exercise” program you can join in on 💪
It’s a great way to get moving too, so it’s fun to try with the whole family 👶
There’s also a tourist information corner and a traditional Thai massage salon, so if you’re thinking about a trip to Thailand, this is worth checking out too 👀
Check Out the Thai Food & Goods Vendor Lineup ✨
The food stalls will include 8 vendors in total, including Thai Orchid Restaurant, Thai Food Baan Puthai, little asian food, BIG UP, and Sabai!
There will also be a Thai beer booth, so adults can enjoy a taste of Thailand with a drink in hand 🍺
On the goods side, there will be 5 vendors including World Bazaar, Thaihina, and LAZYCAT, and for hands-on culture, the traditional Thai massage salon “Suadee Yamagata” and a traditional carving demonstration are also planned.
The latest details and updates will be posted on the official Instagram account (@thaifes.yamagata) ✨
Since it runs for two days, you can pick whichever day works best with the weather — that’s such a nice perk! 😆
🌈 Recap 🌈
✅ “Thai Fes in Yamagata 2026” takes place September 12–13, 2026, at the plaza in front of Yamagin Kenmin Hall
✅ Enjoy an authentic tuk-tuk display, a Muay Thai performance, and a hands-on workout session
✅ 18 vendors in total selling Thai food and goods, plus a Thai massage salon and tourist information corner
🔗 Source: ATPRESS — “Thai Fes in Yamagata 2026”
© Thai Fes in Yamagata Executive Committee
They’re displaying actual tuk-tuks? You can get a taste of a Thailand trip without leaving Yamagata…! And getting to watch an authentic Muay Thai performance AND join in on a hands-on Muay Thai workout session — that’s such a treat 😳