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Tokushima Ramen EXPO 2026 and a free Kids Ramen Class
If you live in or near Tokushima, or you are planning a trip around the end of October, there is a two-day ramen event worth knowing about. The Tokushima Prefecture Ramen Business Cooperative (徳島県ラーメン業協同組合) is holding a hands-on ramen class for children on Saturday, October 31, 2026, followed by a one-day gathering of five Tokushima ramen shops on Sunday, November 1. Both take place at Shinmachigawa Mizugiwa Park (新町川水際公園) in Tokushima City.
The kids class is free, but it is first come, first served for 300 children, so timing matters. Below you will find what happens on each day, who can join, and what the announcement does not cover yet.
The two days at a glance
The weekend is split into two separate events. Saturday is for kids, Sunday is for everyone who wants to eat.
| Date | Event | Hours | Who it is for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31 | Kids Ramen Class (子どもラーメン教室) | 10:00–14:00 | Children up to 6th grade, with a parent |
| Sun, Nov 1 | Tokushima Ramen EXPO 2026 | 10:00–16:00 | Anyone |
Oct 31: Kids Ramen Class (free)
Children top a bowl of Tokushima ramen themselves and make their own original bowl. The idea is simple: let kids get their hands on the food and learn a bit about the local ramen culture while they are at it.
The class is led by the manager of 猪虎 Komatsushima main shop (猪虎 小松島本店), 猪子翔太. Every child who takes part goes home with a Tokushima Ramen Kids Supporter certificate (徳島ラーメンキッズサポーター証明書).
| Date | Saturday, October 31, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours | 10:00–14:00 |
| Fee | Free |
| Eligible | Children up to 6th grade (preschoolers welcome) |
| Capacity | First 300 children |
| Registration | On the day, from 10:00 |
| Condition | A parent or guardian must come along |
| Instructor | 猪子翔太, manager of 猪虎 小松島本店 |
| Rain | Goes ahead in the rain |
| Gift | Kids Supporter certificate for every participant |
Nov 1: Tokushima Ramen EXPO 2026
On Sunday, five shops that represent Tokushima ramen set up at the park, each bringing its own style. It is a rare chance to try several of them in one place instead of driving between shops.
| # | Shop (Japanese name) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 岡本中華 |
| 2 | 三八 |
| 3 | 猪虎 |
| 4 | 麺八 |
| 5 | 透叶 |
There is also a stamp lottery. Collect stamps from all five shops and you can enter a draw for 茶系 徳島ラーメン (chakei Tokushima ramen, the brown-broth style the city is known for).
Venue, organizer and contact
| Organizer | Tokushima Prefecture Ramen Business Cooperative (徳島県ラーメン業協同組合) |
|---|---|
| Venue | Shinmachigawa Mizugiwa Park (新町川水際公園) |
| Address | Tokushima City, Tokushima Prefecture |
| Dates | Oct 31 (Sat) 10:00–14:00 Nov 1 (Sun) 10:00–16:00 |
| Contact | Cooperative office (chair: 髙橋清記) 3-17-9 Kamiyoshino-cho, Tokushima City 090-8694-6244 [email protected] |
| Official info | Press release (PR TIMES, Japanese) |
The contact address is the cooperative office, not the venue. The announcement only gives the park name and city, so check a map app for the exact location before heading out.
Tips before you go
- Kids class: arrive by 10:00. Registration happens on the spot and stops at 300 children. There is no advance booking mentioned.
- One adult has to come. Children cannot join on their own, even older elementary schoolers.
- Rain does not cancel Saturday. Pack a raincoat or umbrella rather than waiting for a cancellation notice.
- EXPO: plan to visit all five shops if you want a shot at the lottery. Going with friends or family and sharing bowls makes that easier.
- Costs are unknown for Sunday. Since prices and payment options are not in the announcement, it is safest to ask the office or bring a few payment options.
If you enjoy chasing ramen deals, the free bowl campaign at Taiyo no Tomato Men is another one worth a look. For more autumn weekends out, see the guides to the Musashino Art University Festival and the Shibaura Canal Festival with its free canal cruises. Food fans may also like the rundown of KFC Japan’s new Original Chicken Burgers.
FAQ
- Q. Is the kids ramen class free?
- Yes. Participation is free for children up to 6th grade of elementary school, including preschoolers, and a parent or guardian must come along.
- Q. Do I need to book the kids ramen class in advance?
- The announcement says registration opens on the day at 10:00 and is first come, first served for 300 children. Registration closes once the limit is reached.
- Q. What happens if it rains on October 31?
- The kids ramen class goes ahead in the rain.
- Q. Which ramen shops are at Tokushima Ramen EXPO 2026?
- Five shops: 岡本中華, 三八, 猪虎, 麺八 and 透叶.
- Q. How much is entry and ramen at the EXPO?
- The press release does not list an entry fee or ramen prices. Check with the cooperative office before you go.
- Q. How does the stamp lottery work?
- Collect stamps from all five shops to enter a prize draw for 茶系 徳島ラーメン (chakei Tokushima ramen).
Information is based on the organizer’s press release published on October 27, 2026. Details may change, so please check the official announcement or contact the cooperative office.
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