Conference Dinner on October 1, 2025
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culinary heart of Matsuyama at our conference dinner, set in the spectacular Botchan Food Hall within the prestigious Mitsukoshi Department Store. More than just dinner, it's a gastronomic adventure where you'll savor an array of exceptional Japanese cuisine, from expertly crafted sushi and perfectly grilled yakitori to distinctive local specialties, all curated by the hall's finest restaurants. Complement your meal with a carefully selected collection of premium local sake, crisp beers, and exquisite wines.
The evening becomes even more magical with outdoor seating in the bustling Okaido Shopping Mall, where you may witness the captivating spectacle of mikoshi (portable shrine) rehearsals as the city prepares for the celebrated Matsuyama Local Festival. The night culminates with an electrifying live performance by the world-renowned Oedo Sukeroku Taiko, whose thunderous drums and mesmerizing choreography will create an unforgettable cultural experience.
Conference Dinner Details
Date & Time
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM, October 1, 2025
Venue
Botchan Food Hall in the Mitsukoshi department store (3-1-1 Ichibanmachi, Matsuyama City, Ehime)
Fee
12,000 JPY
How to register
Please click here to register for the conference dinner.
Please note that you must be registered for AIRAPT-29 conference to register for the conference dinner.
Accompanying Persons
The same fee applies to accompanying persons. If you have accompanying persons, please purchase the total number of tickets.
Schedule
7:00 PM |
Doors Open |
7:30 PM |
Opening Remarks |
8:00 PM |
Taiko Drum Performance (at Botchan Food Hall) |
8:30 PM |
Taiko & Mikoshi Parade (at Okaido Street) |
9:30 PM |
Closing Remarks |
Access from the Conference Venue
- By Walk
About 20mins (1.5 km)
- By Tram
1. Walk for about 1 minute (190 meters) to Minamimachi Station.
2. Take the Iyo Tetsudo Matsuyamashieki Line (Local) bound for Matsuyamashi Station.
3. Ride the train for 8 minutes (4 stops) and get off at Okaido Station.
4. Walk for about 1 minute (110 meters) to Matsuyama Mitsukoshi, the dinner venue.
Taiko Performance - Oedo Sukeroku Taiko
Prepare to be spellbound by one of Japan's most celebrated cultural ambassadors. Oedo Sukeroku Taiko revolutionized traditional Japanese drumming by elevating the wadaiko from its supporting role to center stage, creating a bold new art form that has captivated audiences across the globe.
For over four decades, this pioneering ensemble has mesmerized crowds in more than 40 countries, becoming one of Japan's premier cultural exports and inspiring countless performers worldwide. Their spectacular performances fuse ancient ceremonial power with the infectious energy of Edo-period street festivals.
Witness their signature style: razor-sharp rhythmic precision, fluid choreography that flows like water, and explosive dynamics that will leave you breathless. This is more than music—it's a visceral experience that connects you to the very soul of Japanese culture. Don't miss this rare opportunity to experience living history in motion.
Matsuyama Local Festival will be held from October 5 to 7!
Experience the raw power of Japan's most thrilling festival tradition! The legendary Matsuyama Local Festival erupts into the streets immediately following our conference (October 5–7), featuring the spectacular kenka mikoshi (fighting mikoshi). Witness teams charging their massive portable shrines into one another in thunderous, earth-shaking collisions that embody centuries of Japanese festival fervor.
Conference dinner guests will get an exclusive preview during mikoshi rehearsal performances right in the Okaido Shopping Mall, just steps from the dining venue. The festival reaches its breathtaking crescendo on the morning of October 7, when Matsuyama's streets transform into an arena of controlled chaos and cultural celebration.
For those extending their stay, this is a rare opportunity to witness one of Japan's most authentic cultural spectacles, where tradition meets adrenaline in an unforgettable display that few outsiders ever experience.