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Thai Festival Tokyo 2026 kicks off with a spectacular showcase of Thai culture
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The 26th Thai Festival in Tokyo, Japan, kicked off today with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow delivering the opening speech.
Key facts
- The event is taking place at Yoyogi Park, Tokyo, from May 9–10, 2026, and it has become the largest Thai cultural event held outside Thailand.
- The Thai Festival Tokyo 2026 marks an important moment for Thailand-Japan relations, reinforcing the economic and cultural ties between the two nations and providing a stage for Thailand's economic diplomacy to thrive.
- In his opening speech, Sihasak discussed the evolution of the Thai Festival over the past 30 years, which started from a small gathering at the Embassy of Thailand and has grown into a major cultural event.
- NT to end Thaicom 4 satellite internet service on June 30 as iPSTAR nears retirement
Summary
The 26th Thai Festival in Tokyo, Japan, kicked off today with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow delivering the opening speech.
The event is taking place at Yoyogi Park, Tokyo, from May 9–10, 2026, and it has become the largest Thai cultural event held outside Thailand.