On August 8, 2026, Osaka will celebrate “Pine Ame Day” with the Pine Ame Summer Festival 2026 at COOL JAPAN PARK OSAKA TT Hall. This special event marks the 11th anniversary of August 8 being recognized as Pine Ame Day and the 75th anniversary of Pine Ame candy’s launch by Pine Co., Ltd.
Visitors to Japan during summer can enjoy this unique festival dedicated to Pine Ame, a beloved pineapple-flavored candy known for its sweet and tangy taste and retro packaging. The event offers a chance to experience Japanese candy culture firsthand through live performances, exclusive merchandise, and interactive activities in central Osaka.
About the Pine Ame Summer Festival 2026
The festival celebrates Pine Ame’s 75 years of delighting candy lovers and the special date of August 8, which features three “8s” symbolizing the candy’s ring shape. The event welcomes 275 pairs (550 guests) for a joyful day filled with entertainment and giveaways. Attendees will enjoy stage appearances by popular entertainers including Takashi Yoshimura from Heisei Nobushikobushi, Mayurika, 5GAP, and directors Tadahisa Fujimura and Masamichi Ureshino from the cult TV show “How Do You Like Wednesday?” alongside company chairman Yutaka Ueda.
Festival highlights include a Pine Ame-themed stage show, a candy scooping game called “Amesukui,” mini Pine Ame ice cream treats, and a merchandise area selling plush toys of the Pine Ame mascot, limited edition face towels, and collaborative products. The event promises smiles and fun for all ages, emphasizing the candy’s iconic ring shape as a symbol of connection and happiness.
Highlights
- Free admission event on August 8, 2026, at COOL JAPAN PARK OSAKA TT Hall
- Exclusive Pine Ame merchandise including plush toys and face towels
- Interactive candy scooping game and mini Pine Ame ice cream giveaway
- Stage performances by popular entertainers and company representatives
- Photo spots and special collaborations celebrating the candy’s 75th anniversary
- Additional Pine Ame-themed events in Osaka including shaved ice collaboration at DoubleTree by Hilton Osaka Castle and a large photo spot at Rinku Premium Outlets
- Special giveaways at Rinku Premium Outlets for shoppers spending ¥2,000 or more between July 31 and August 9
Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Pine Ame Summer Festival 2026 |
| Menu / items | Pine Ame candy, Pine Ame plush toys, Pine Ame face towels, Pine Ame mini ice cream, candy scooping game prizes, collaborative goods |
| Location | COOL JAPAN PARK OSAKA TT Hall, Osaka |
| Address | 3-6 Osaka Castle, Chuo-ku, Osaka |
| Period | August 8, 2026 (Sat), 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (event times vary) |
| Release date | July 6, 2026 |
| Price | Free admission; Rinku Premium Outlets shoppers spending ¥2,000 (tax included) between July 31 and August 9 receive original Pine Ame stickers and candy |
Additional Pine Ame-themed events in Osaka include a shaved ice collaboration featuring “Pine Ame Collab HIDEYOSHI” at DoubleTree by Hilton Osaka Castle’s Lounge & Bar SEN from July 1 to September 30 and a large Pine Ame photo spot at Rinku Premium Outlets from July 1 to August 31. The photo spot lights up at night, creating a fun experience for visitors. At Rinku, shoppers who spend ¥2,000 or more between July 31 and August 9 can receive exclusive Pine Ame stickers and a candy treat while supplies last.
On August 8, the Abeno Harukas Kintetsu Main Store also hosts a one-day event with candy and goods sales, workshops, and a stage show featuring some of the Pine Ame Summer Festival performers as a second party after the main event.
