Ever dreamt of taking a trip to the land of the rising sun? Then hop on board East London’s Tobacco Dock this weekend for a one-way ticket there. Hyper Japan, the UK’s biggest J-culture funfair is back for a three-day celebration of anime, cosplay, J-pop, and wasabi pizza. Yes – wasabi pizza – if it’s not already on your bucket list then add it, stat. 
Hyper Japan’s culinary offerings will get taste buds jiggling with joy – like Sticky Bundits sushi burgers and Miso Hungry bubble waffles. Cocktails sound nothing short of amazing from the Tequila Yuzu-Kosho Sour to the Jigglypuff-Portobello gin. Alternatively, try some craft sake (before the hipsters cotton on) or stay off the juice and sample a staggering 155 types of matcha from Kyoto. 
All J-pop fans – this year Hyper Japan is pulling out all the stops – from electronic trio REOL’s debut UK show, to performances from THE SIXTH LIE, Moso Calibration and more. Get up to speed with time honoured crafts, at calligraphy and origami workshops. Or maybe you prefer the sound of sushi-making competitions? We like the way you roll… Don’t forget to hit up the fashion focused Hyper Kawaii area and larger-than-life game and anime park. Finally, brush up on your Japanese and get help planning your travels to the land of cherry blossoms – super kawaii.

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