Key Facts
• Yasooka Village celebrates 150th anniversary on October 26, 2025.
• Village established in 1875 through merger of 17 villages.
• Event theme: “Created, enjoyed, and celebrated by all residents.”
• Commemorative mosaic art made with 1,500 residents’ photos unveiled.
• Activities include talent shows, stage events, and celebrity performances.
• 13 vendor booths and food trucks set up at the venue.
• Event hours: 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
• Tokyo-born Sota Ito joined as a regional revitalization team member in September 2025.
• Ito highlights the festival’s integration of local culture and traditions.
Summary
Yasooka Village in Japan will host a festival on October 26, 2025, to commemorate 150 years since its establishment in 1875. The event, themed “Created, enjoyed, and celebrated by all residents,” will feature a commemorative mosaic art piece made from photos of 1,500 residents. Activities include talent shows, stage performances, and a celebrity appearance by impersonator Yoko Aramaki. The venue will also host 13 vendor booths and a food court. Tokyo native Sota Ito, who recently joined the village’s revitalization team, emphasized the festival’s cultural significance. The event runs from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM, aiming to unite residents and celebrate the village’s history.
