Matsuri at the Parc Floral de Paris: A Japanese immersion in Paris' Parc Floral

From May 8 to 10, 2026, come and sample an authentic slice of Japanese street food, wander among stalls staffed by passionate artisans, and groove to free concerts. It will also be a unique opportunity to admire the Parc Floral de Paris’s prestigious bonsai collection. A must-attend event for lovers of Japanese culture and of nature alike.

The 2026 Matsuri edition, taking place from Friday, May 8 to Sunday, May 10, 2026. This unmissable rendezvous turns the Parc Floral de Paris into a genuine Tokyo district or Kyoto for a long weekend.

What’s on for the 2026 edition:

Japanese street food : An authentic tasting journey featuring bentos, onigiri, taiyakis, takoyakis and the famed Japanese sponge cake.
Artisans and Creators: Stalls dedicated to traditional and contemporary Japanese craftsmanship, from textiles to handiwork.
Concerts and Shows: The Parc Floral de Paris stage offers free concerts over the three days, blending traditional music with modern, global sounds.
The Bonsai Collection: A grand finale with the first permanent public bonsai collection in Europe. A serene showcase of horticultural excellence at the Parc Floral de Paris.

Programme and info on matsuriparis.fr

The event is free to attend, but entry to Parc Floral de Paris is paid: €2.80 for adults / €1.60 for half-price.

Programming

CONCERTS ON THE MAIN STAGE AT PARC FLORAL DE PARIS

Every day from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM (May 8, 9, 10)
Ceremony host: SONIKEM

Featuring:
KIMONOYAN
MC R.Y.T
AKIKO IWASAKI
UNSUI SHAKUHACHI
HIJIRI KAI

THE MATSURI PARIS VILLAGE

Japanese street food

USAGI DELICES
TAIYAKI PARIS
MISATO BENTO
PARIS KYOTO SNACKS
TOHA – MELON PAN
MAI 4M2
PATISSERIE HAZUKI
MAYU PASTRY

The artisans

MADAME TANUKI
VIVACE SAKE
ETSUKO SHIATSU
KURI-8
IKUKO KARASUNO
MADAME HAORI
LA MAISON DU SAKE
SAORI URATA

Animations – Friday 8 / Saturday 9 / Sunday 10

Japanese sword demonstrations by the school: Futsu Nushi No Kami. (Free) at 11:00 and 14:00 (45 minutes)

Contemporary dance performances by choreographer: Tomo MURANAKA. (Free) 3:30 PM (15–20 minutes)

Tea ceremony by: Aiko NAKANO and Hideko TETSU (Paid, sign-up required) at 1 PM and 3 PM (45 minutes)

Shakuhachi initiation by Stéphane JEAN / UNSUI SHAKUHACHI – Saturday, May 9, from 1 PM to 3 PM.

Visit to the Parc Floral de Paris bonsai collection.

Admire Europe’s very first permanent public bonsai collection (established 1989). Discover multi-centennial trees carefully tended by the Parc Floral de Paris specialists.

Matsuri at the Parc Floral de Paris: A Japanese immersion in Paris' Parc Floral

What’s on for the 2026 edition:

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