Kichiro Tanaka is Content Manager at Jasumo, the Tokyo-based consultancy that helps international visitors experience Japan without the barriers. He oversees Jasumo's event listings and guides, making sure every page gives overseas visitors accurate dates, venue details and ticket information, and explains clearly the practical steps (Japanese-only registration, phone verification, payment, ticket collection) that can stand between a visitor and the event. He works with Jasumo's ticket and concierge desk in Tokyo, so that what is published reflects how things actually work on the ground.
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November 9, 2026 at 11:59 pm
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The World Quilt Festival comes back, to Pacifico Yokohama in November 2026. This event shows off a group of textile art. It also displays quilting skills. There are design contests as well. The World Quilt Festival is a place where people can see textile art. The World Quilt Festival has detailed quilting work and World Quilt Festival includes design competitions.
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The Story of World Quilt Festival
The World Quilt Festival is a big deal for people who love textile art in Asia. It brings together the quilters, crafters and people who love textiles from all over the world. The World Quilt Festival is held every year in Yokohama, a city by the ocean. The World Quilt Festival is a place where people can show off their quilting skills and also a place where people can buy and sell things related to quilting. However, the World Quilt Festival shows how Japanese ways of making textiles like sashiko stitching and yuzen dyeing and old indigo work meet modern quilting styles from, around the world.
Visitors to the exhibition hall are greete by hundreds of expansive quilt displays. These range from massive, hand-stitched tapestry masterpieces to avant-garde modern textile sculptures. Beyond this, the festival features an extensive vendor market hosted by specialized textile makers, tool manufacturers, and independent fabric artists. Here, attendees can source rare Japanese printed fabrics, specialized sewing implements, handmade threads, and exclusive quilting kits unavailable outside of Japan. Additionally, workshops and stage demonstrations conducted by recognized master artisans further enrich the experience. They offer insights into complex geometric pattern design, hand-quilting precision, and fabric preservation.
attending a major cultural exhibition in Japan provides a unique perspective on the country’s dedication to craft precision and visual storytelling. The World Quilt Festival offers an immersive, inspiring environment where international visitors can directly experience Japanese hospitality and artistic devotion alongside local textile enthusiasts.
World Quilt Festival 2026 Dates and Ticket Information
[Tuesday, 10 November 2026 – Thursday, 12 November 2026] – Pacifico Yokohama Exhibition Hall A, Yokohama (Kanagawa Prefecture)
| Ticket Category | Available Seats / Admission (JPY) | Reference Price (USD) |
| General Admission (Advance Purchase) | ¥2,000 – ¥2,500 | $14 – $18 |
| General Admission (Same-Day Purchase) | ¥2,300 – ¥2,800 | $16 – $20 |
Ticket prices change over time with availability and demand, and are confirme at the time of enquiry.
Ticketing Conditions:
- Tickets are valid for entry during the specified event period.
- Advance general release is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Smart tickets or electronic issuance may require identity verification or registration via Japanese systems.
- Re-entry and age restrictions are subject to the official venue guidelines.
Contact Us to Secure Your Tickets
To reserve your place at the World Quilt Festival 2026, please prepare your preferred performance date, venue details, and the total number of guests in your party. Once ready, submit your request using our Contact Us platform to initiate your order.
Why Book World Quilt FestivalThrough Jasumo
- Access to Restricted Systems: Navigating Japanese-only ticketing platforms, local phone number requirements, and complex registration steps can prevent overseas visitors from purchasing entry. Jasumo secures tickets through a broad network of sources, including official platforms, event organisers, and verified secondary markets when primary allocations sell out.
- English Language Support: Sales, confirmations, and venue notifications are typically conducte strictly in Japanese. Jasumo manages all communication with local organisers and providers, offering clear, end-to-end support in English.
- Seamless Payment Processing: Overseas credit cards are frequently decline by Japanese ticketing portals. Jasumo completes purchases through verified domestic channels, providing you with a straightforward, secure payment process.
Every ticket that is obtained through Jasumo is confirmed to be real. Sent directly to your hotel or your Airbnb place, in Japan by a trusted delivery company or postal service. A service charge is added to cover buying checking and sending it locally. This is explained clearly when you first ask about it.
How It Works
- Submit an inquiry: Contact us with your required event name, preferred date, venue, and total ticket count.
- Receive Confirmation: Our team verifies real-time availability and confirms the total order cost.
- Payment & Procurement: Complete your secure payment, after which Jasumo secures and authenticates your tickets.
- Local Delivery: Your physical or electronic tickets are delivere directly to your accommodation in Japan, back by full English support throughout your stay.
Ready to attend the World Quilt Festival 2026? Please have your desired date, venue, and group size ready, and click below to contact our team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Pacifico Yokohama is located in the Minato Mirai district of Yokohama. The venue is a short five-minute walk from Minato Mirai Station on the Minato Mirai Line, or approximately a 12-minute walk from Sakuragicho Station on the JR Keihin-Tohoku/Negishi Line and Yokohama Municipal Subway.
The event utilizes digital smart tickets and standard advance entry passes. Specific ticket formats are confirmed upon purchase based on venue entry requirements.
While the venue is spacious, peak visiting hours and advance-discounted ticket tiers frequently sell out due to high demand among domestic and international craft groups. Early reservation is strongly recommended.
An order total consists of the base ticket price, the transactional costs of the purchasing platforms utilized, and our concierge service fee. Because every order and event requirement varies, please contact us directly to receive a comprehensive quote for your specific booking.
The World Quilt Festival is an annual autumn event held in Yokohama. Following the November 2026 edition, the next installment is anticipate for late autumn 2027.
Venue & Access
Pacifico Yokohama Exhibition Hall A
- Address: 1-1-1 Minato Mirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa 220-0012
- Nearest Stations: Minato Mirai Station (Minato Mirai Line, Exit 5) – 5-minute walk; Sakuragicho Station (JR Line / Subway) – 12-minute walk via moving walkway.
- Nearby Landmark: The InterContinental Yokohama Grand Hotel and the Yokohama Cosmo World Ferris Wheel.
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