Dashain, Tihar & cultural celebrations — Nepalese community events in Fukuoka and beyond.
The Nepal Festival in Fukuoka celebrates Dashain, Tihar, and Nepalese culture with traditional dance, momo stalls, and community gatherings.
Fukuoka has a growing Nepalese community of 3,000+. Events also held in Tokyo (Shin-Okubo) and Nagoya for Dashain (September–October).
Nepalese festivals in Japan connect the 140,000+ Nepalese residents with home traditions — Dashain and Tihar are the biggest celebrations across Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, and Nagoya.
Dashain 2025: Main celebrations October 2–12, 2025 (lunar calendar). Community events in Fukuoka, Tokyo, and Nagoya throughout the period.
For the 140,000+ Nepalese living in Japan, Dashain and Tihar are the most important festivals of the year — and community events help bridge the distance from home.
Where to look: Join Nepalese community Facebook groups, check notice boards at Shin-Okubo Nepali grocery stores, and follow the Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA) Japan chapter for event announcements.
Work leave: Dashain is not a Japanese public holiday. Request paid leave in advance — many Nepalese employers in Japan are familiar with the festival and accommodate requests when possible.
