The "Taiwan Festival 2026," held from June 26 (Fri) to 28 (Sun), 2026, at Nakano City Hall (Sotoniwa & Nakanowa) and Nakano Shiki-no-Mori Park in Nakano Ward, Tokyo, has concluded. The event faced challenging weather conditions throughout its run, with rain on the first day and strong winds due to an approaching typhoon on the second. Despite the lingering effects of the rain on the final day, over 10,000 visitors flocked to the venue, enjoying authentic Taiwanese gourmet food, culture, and music, filling the space with excitement all day long. A total of 51 booths participated. The festival brought together the diverse charms of Taiwan, including gourmet food, merchandise, tourism, and hands-on experiences, enveloping the streets of Nakano in a Taiwanese fervor for three days. Taiwan Festival 2026 Successfully Held Taiwan's Popularity Unwavering Despite Rain, Crowds Gather Throughout the Venue Despite the unfavorable weather throughout the event period, many visitors came. On the final day, visitors who had been waiting for the weather to improve joined the crowds, with a wide range of generations attending, including families, groups of friends, and Taiwan enthusiasts. Long lines formed at the food stalls, people enjoyed shopping in the merchandise area, and cheers were heard for performers in front of the stage, filling the entire venue with energy. It was a three-day event where many people experienced Taiwanese culture, undeterred by the weather conditions. Food Area: Long lines at food stalls, Taiwanese indigenous clothing display Queues for Authentic Taiwanese Gourmet Food; Popular Stores Sold Out and Restocked The venue featured authentic gourmet food reminiscent of a Taiwanese night market. From Taiwanese fried chicken, pepper buns, and braised pork rice to Taiwanese stir-fries and bubble tea, booths offering representative Taiwanese flavors attracted many visitors from shortly after opening, with queues continuing throughout the day. On the final day, the