TAMATAMA FESTIVAL 2025 has unveiled the full program, timetable, and map for this year’s festival, scheduled for Saturday, October 18, and Sunday, October 19, around Tama Center Station in Tama City, Tokyo.
Now in its third year, the festival is produced by NiEW, a platform supporting alternative culture, with special sponsorship from Keio Corporation, which aims to promote community-driven revitalization along the railway line.
The event will be centered on three main zones: NiEW TOWN PARTY, TAMATAMA PALACE, and TAMATAMA PARK. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of activities including outdoor live performances, a culture market, a curry festival, performances, talk sessions, a dedicated kids’ area, local festival experiences, and interactive workshops. Entry to all areas is free.
The recently announced details include the lineup and programs for each zone, the venue map, and the two-day timetable.
At NiEW TOWN PARTY, spanning the Parthenon Boulevard area down to the Parthenon Tama Grand Staircase, NiEW will present a special edition of its free-entry music event exPoP!!!!! titled “exPoP!!!!!@TAMATAMA2025 supported by Keio Corporation”.
On the first day, Saturday, October 18, six acts will perform: Sakura Fujiwara, Shota Araya, Empty, Kazuyoshi Nakamura (Acoustic Session with Shinichi Ito & Hibiki Yoshizawa), Yuka, and Hashirikomi’s.
On the second day, Sunday, October 19, another six acts will take the stage: Maya Ongaku, Yūtai Communications, Mom, THE BAWDIES, Guiba, and Kiichi Mochizuki.
The NiEW TOWN PARTY area will also host Tokyo Curry Culture in TAMA, a special curry festival curated by Akira Matsushiro (Curry Cell), organizer of the JAPANESE CURRY FESTIVAL, with nine vendors now confirmed.
In front of Tama Center Station, NiEW STREET will feature a marketplace with workshops, sports club demos, and exhibitions, alongside the Portrait Plaza and a talk tent called “Second Semester Friends.” Additional events include the TAMA Festival Open Mic, a sitcom screening and family concert by the comedy troupe Aa (Tomorrow’s Aa), and the NiEW ZINE MARKET.
At TAMATAMA PALACE in Parthenon Tama, the 2nd-floor open studio will host NiEW MARKET, a cultural market focused on ZINEs and lifestyle goods, complemented by celebrity talk shows and interactive programs. On October 18, the theater comedy unit Tenten Hanten will present a special edition of “Makanai Radio”, and there will be an American comic talk live, “10 Secrets of Marvel & DC You Didn’t Know.”
The 4th floor will feature MUSEUM for NEWTOWN and the tomoto Kids Area. MUSEUM for NEWTOWN temporarily transforms Tama City into a two-day pop-up museum, showcasing exhibitions, screenings, art goods, and workshops by creators and artists connected to Tama New Town. tomoto Kids Area offers creative and kitchen lab activities for children, run by NiEW’s community culture space tomoto, including corinth games, tin-can fishing, badge-making, leatherwork, and plant-dye workshops. Family-friendly performances will also take place at Kodomo Hiroba OLIVE.
Meanwhile, meeting rooms 3 and 4 on the 4th floor of Parthenon Tama will operate as NiEW Theater Room, hosting theater workshops, talks, and screenings.
At TAMATAMA PARK in Tama Central Park, the Chuo Park Autumn Festival supported by Keio Corporation will feature a community singing contest, acoustic performances by Natsuki Kawanishi and Yoshiki Iwasawa (boyish), a traditional Bon Dance with DJs, kids’ dance shows, street performers, food trucks, festival stalls, and inflatable play areas, offering activities for children and families alike.
TAMATAMA FESTIVAL 2025
Dates: Saturday, October 18 & Sunday, October 19, 2025
Time (tentative): 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM (outdoor live shows end at 5:30 PM)
Venue: In front of Tama Center Station (Parthenon Boulevard / Parthenon Tama / Tama Central Park)
Admission: Free
Organizer: TAMATAMA FESTIVAL 2025 Executive Committee, NiEW Inc., Keio Corporation
Planning & Production: NiEW Inc.
Special Sponsor: Keio Corporation
Sponsors: TuneCore Japan, Jackery, Bellpark, PREMIUM WATER
Supported by: Tama City, J-WAVE, Odakyu Electric Railway, Parthenon Tama Consortium, Tama Center District Liaison Council, TAMA Central Park JV, Tama Chamber of Commerce, Matsugaya Liaison Council, Kashima District Liaison Council
Grants:
Arts Council Tokyo [Social Support Program through Arts and Culture] (tomoto Kids Area)
Arts Council Tokyo [Support Program for Regional Arts and Culture Activities] (NiEW TOWN PARTY area)
NiEW TOWN PARTY (Parthenon Boulevard / Base of Parthenon Tama Grand Stairs)
▶ exPoP!!!!!@TAMATAMA2025 supported by Keio Corporation
On the outdoor stage at the base of Parthenon Tama Grand Stairs, a special edition of the long-running free-admission music event exPoP!!!!! will be held as exPoP!!!!!@TAMATAMA2025. Artists performing over the two days include:
October 18 (Sat): Sakura Fujiwara, Shota Aratani, Empty, Kazuyoshi Nakamura (Acoustic Session with Shinichi Ito & Hibiki Yoshizawa), Yukari, Hashiricomes
October 19 (Sun): maya ongaku, Yūtai Communications, Mom, THE BAWDIES, Guiba, Kiichi Mochizuki
▶ Tokyo Curry Culture in TAMA
The popular curry festival Tokyo Curry Culture in TAMA, organized by Hiroaki Matsu (Curry Cell), returns this year! Visitors can enjoy a wide variety of unique curries—spice curry, European-style curry, biryani, Chinese-style curry, and more—gathered in one place at Tama Center. Participating vendors: Spicehouse, Nogeyama Curry Shokudo, Shoryu Hanten (Oct 18 only), Bondy (Oct 19 only), Matsumoto Maeyau, Tobimasu, wacca, Hi Spice, Cluster
▶ NiEW STREET
In front of Tama Center Station, NiEW STREET will host a lively market featuring baked goods, records, student ceramics, and workshops. Keio Corporation will hold pop-up sales, while sports clubs offer demonstrations and experiences. Vendors include: Kaigetsudo, Bab, Against the Pet Shoppers, BaumQuhen Records, enn studio, POLLYANNA’s Shop, AYUMIMI Jewelry, Chuo University Ceramics Club, SHIMAI VINTAGE, Mount Takao Marche (food sales), Keio’s regional development initiatives, Keio Rail Land & Hyakusoen (merchandise), RIVER PARK Seiseki Sakuragaoka, PREMIUM WATER, Bellpark, and more
▶ Portrait Plaza
At NiEW STREET, visitors can get their portraits drawn by featured artists at Portrait Plaza. Talented illustrators include Hiroyuki Ohashi, Zakkuri Nigaoe, Misaki Nakamura, and others.
▶ “Friends of the Second Semester” Talk Tent
Also at NiEW STREET, the talk tent “Friends of the Second Semester” will be hosted by Taichi Imamura, who will engage guests in lively conversation throughout the day.
Host: Taichi Imamura (born 1997, Saitama Prefecture; works at Cafe Kuwa in Kuki City, Saitama; involved in event planning, photography, visual arts, MC, and more)
▶ TAMA Festival Open Mic
Festival-goers can share poems, tanka, haiku, speeches, advice, letters to loved ones, or thoughts about Tama New Town. Beginners and first-timers are welcome! A supporting band will accompany performances on stage.
October 18 (Sat) Hosts: Kujira Mukai (poet, Kotopasha language school) / ikoma (Taido LABEL, Shibuya Poetry Radio host)
October 19 (Sun) Hosts: Hiroshi Shimizu / ikoma
Open Mic Band: Miko Tokomare (Guitar), Hiroshi Kobayashi (Bass), Tatsuo Shimizu (Drums)
▶ A’s Sitcom Screening & Family Concert
The avant-garde comedy troupe Tomorrow’s A (Asu no A) presents a family-friendly selection of their sitcom series A’s Sitcom, including a curated screening and talk session. Their popular songs “Naruhodo Desu ne” and “A’s Sitcom Song” will be performed in a family concert.
Performers: Yumo, 7A, Ryo Kawamura (Sarubohda)
Profile: Founded in 2015 by web writer Eito Okita, Tomorrow’s A explores humor beyond traditional comedy, performing in Tokyo small theaters with actors and collaborators.
Schedule: Oct 18 (Sat) 13:00–14:00 / Oct 19 (Sun) 16:00–17:00
▶ NiEW ZINE MARKET
Curated by the culture media outlet NiEW, this market features unique ZINES and creative works. Visitors can interact with creators and fellow readers, enjoying a one-of-a-kind experience. Participants will be announced soon.
TAMATAMA PALACE (Parthenon Tama Area)
▶ NiEW MARKET
On the 2nd floor open studio of Parthenon Tama, NiEW MARKET will showcase a culture market focused on ZINEs and miscellaneous goods, alongside talk shows and hands-on programs with notable guests.
October 18 (Sat): Special events include Tenten Hanten – Makunai Radio Extra Edition and a comic book talk live 10 Hidden Secrets of Marvel & DC.
October 19 (Sun): Additional talk events with prominent guests will take place.
▶ eSports
GEOGUESSR Experience & Stage Event (Oct 18 only)
Try out the global sensation geography game GEOGUESSR! Visitors can participate in a hands-on experience corner guessing locations from photos, and watch official tournament commentators explain maps and battle live on stage. Mini-games and world-class competitive scenes offer fun for the whole family.
Experience corner open all day; stage event from 13:00
Minecraft Experience (Oct 19 only)
Keio Corporation hosts a Minecraft workshop as part of Japan’s first nationwide Minecraft contest. Aimed at elementary and middle school students who are new to the game, instructors from KEIO eSPORTS LAB. will guide participants through basic gameplay.
Reservation required, 30-minute sessions
Reserve here
▶ MUSEUM for NEWTOWN
A two-day pop-up museum in Tama City, which has no permanent art museum, featuring creators and artists connected to Tama New Town. Held on the 4th floor of Parthenon Tama.
Exhibition: Kotaro Inoue (painter), Junko Iwaoka (artist), Mao Shibata (sculpture), Ryoichi Nakamura (artist), Nami Hirao (artist)
Film Screening (participation fee required): Shun Ikezoe, Shuhei Hatano
Art Goods Fair: Yo Komiyama (designer), Shogo Seki (graphic designer), Hammer Publishing, DOOKS (art book label), ohta (fashion brand), RAIF (apparel), Small Museum (photography project), STOA (alternative space)
Workshops (participation fee required):
Taku Hisamura: Weaving BAR / JUBILEE
Yasunobu Shimizudani (textile designer): Silk screen printing (Oct 19 only)
MIKKE REMIKKE (art & design unit): Custom reflector-making
ARTIST CAPSULE: Gachapon-style capsules selling miniature works for easy access to art.
▶ tomoto Kids Area
The 4th floor creative lab and kitchen lab at Parthenon Tama will host a children’s play area. Operated by NiEW, the tomoto space includes Corinto games, can fishing, badge workshops, leather crafting, and natural dye workshops. Local supporters organize various interactive play activities. At Kodomo Hiroba OLIVE, families can enjoy live performances together.
Supported by Arts Council Tokyo [Arts for Social Support]
▶ NiEW Theater Room
Meeting rooms 3 & 4 on the 4th floor will host interactive theater workshops, talks, and screenings. Some events require advance registration—check the official site for details.
Reading Café On Tour (Oct 18 & 19)
Music Reading Drama Screening: Girls, Making Paper Balloon Bombs
Karugamo Housing Workshop: Create Our New Town Stories (Oct 18 & 19)
Area 51 Screening & Talk: Well, Let’s Turn to Smoke Tonight—film screening with discussion
TAMATAMA PARK (Tama Central Park Area)
▶ Chuo Park Autumn Festival – supported by Keio Corporation
At the terrace in front of the large pond and the kids’ terrace in Tama Central Park, the Autumn Festival brings a variety of seasonal fun.
Family Fun: Kids’ dance, street performances, food trucks, festival stalls, and inflatable play equipment ensure there’s something enjoyable for everyone.
Nodojiman Singing Contest: Co-created with local residents, this singing competition features special guests including singer-songwriter Natsuki Kawanishi and the idol unit Kanojo no Serve & Receive, performing a lineup of beloved songs for a lively and entertaining experience.
Bon Odori & DJ Dance: Enjoy local and traditional dances, including Tama City’s Nagayama Ondo. Participating groups include Bon Soir, Hanaue Minyo Ryuei-kai, and renowned summer festival performers, DJ Bon Odori masters Chinbantei Gorakushi & Hinawajyu Boys, who have appeared at festivals across the region and the country.
Live Music: Performances by artists such as Natsuki Kawanishi and Yoshiki Iwasawa (boyish).
