The “Kanmengp 2026 Grand Prix” took place at Komazawa Olympic Park in Tokyo on May 16 and 17, 2026. This annual event celebrates the best of Japan’s dry noodles, attracting a record-breaking 16,500 visitors eager to taste and vote for their favorite dishes. Organized by Nippon Access, the event showcased 36 unique noodle dishes from various manufacturers across Japan.
Visitors to Japan can experience the diverse world of Japanese dry noodles through this exciting event. Held over two days in Tokyo, the Kanmengp 2026 Grand Prix offers a chance to taste a wide variety of noodle dishes, from traditional to innovative recipes. It’s a perfect opportunity to explore Japanese food culture and enjoy a culinary adventure.
About the Event
The Kanmengp 2026 Grand Prix is a major food festival dedicated to dry noodles, featuring entries from 36 different manufacturers. Participants competed in two main categories: “Specialty Dry Noodles” and “Creative Recipe Noodles.” Visitors played a crucial role by tasting and voting for the best dishes in each category.
Highlights
- Record attendance of 16,500 visitors over two days.
- Grand Prix winners: “Kishikoro” by Kintobi Shiga in the Specialty Dry Noodles category and “Double Meat Soba” by Kikkoman in the Creative Recipe category.
- Wide variety of noodle dishes, including cold and hot options.
- Affordable tasting prices: Specialty Dry Noodles at ¥250 per bowl and Creative Recipe Noodles at ¥500 per bowl (tax included).
- All recipes available for home cooking on Cookpad starting May 28.
Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Kanmengp 2026 Grand Prix |
| Menu / items | Kishikoro, Double Meat Soba, and more |
| Location | Komazawa Olympic Park |
| Address | 1-1 Komazawa Park, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo |
| Period | May 16, 2026 (Sat) – May 17, 2026 (Sun) |
| Price | Specialty Dry Noodles: ¥250 per bowl; Creative Recipe Noodles: ¥500 per bowl (tax included) |
