This May, Thailand comes to Fukuoka in a big way. As part of the Royal Thai Embassy’s nationwide “Thai Month” campaign, the 6th Thai Festival Fukuoka will take place over two full days—May 24 (Sat) and 25 (Sun)—in the heart of Tenjin at Central Park’s Kihinkan Hall area.
Consul-General Kosol Satithamajit of the Royal Thai Consulate-General in Fukuoka and Sudaporn Woraporn, Director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand Fukuoka Office, introduce the highlights of Thai Festival Fukuoka.
Fukuoka Now attended a press conference held on May 13 at the Royal Thai Consulate-General in Fukuoka, where Consul-General Kosol Satithamajit introduced the event’s key highlights. This year’s festival promises to be the largest and most dynamic yet, with 34 booths—more than ever before—offering Thai cuisine, drinks, crafts, tourism information, and cultural experiences.
The theme for 2025 is “Creative & Sustainable Tourism”, a reflection of Thailand’s growing focus on meaningful, responsible travel. Visitors can take part in workshops like traditional Thai keychain-making and smartphone cases crafted from Thai fabrics. On the main stage, expect authentic cultural performances from Thailand including traditional dance, puppetry, Muay Thai demonstrations, and contemporary acts.
Following the recent UNESCO recognition of Tom Yum Kung as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, this year’s festival will shine a spotlight on Thai cuisine. Among the culinary attractions is a special appearance by Savoey, one of Thailand’s most renowned seafood restaurants.
The festival also invites guests to explore Thailand’s five must-do experiences: Taste, Try, Buy, Seek, and See—all represented through interactive exhibits and tourism booths.
Free to enter and packed with flavor, energy, and cultural color, Thai Festival Fukuoka 2025 is a can’t-miss event for anyone curious about the Land of Smiles.
Easy to make at home too! The Consulate’s chef prepares Tom Yum Kung, a perfectly balanced dish of herbs, sourness, sweetness, and spice.
Thai Festival Fukuoka 2025
• May 24 (Sat) & 25 (Sun), 2025
• 10:00–20:00 (last food/drink orders at 19:30)
• Tenjin Central Park, Kihinkan Hall area (alongside Fuku-haku Deai Bridge)
• Full event details
• Follow the official Instagram: @thaifest.fukuoka
Thai dishes served to the media during the event introduction included Tom Yum Fried Rice, Mango Sticky Rice, and Khao Soi Spring Rolls.
