A ramen festival bringing together shops from across the Kanto region will take place in Kisarazu, Chiba Prefecture. "Boso Menmatsuri 2026" (房総麺祭り2026) will be held over two days, Saturday, December 12 and Sunday, December 13, 2026, at a special venue in Area G of AEON MALL Kisarazu. The event is organized by Ramen Total Solutions Co., Ltd., which runs the ramen school 食の道場 (Shoku no Dojo).
Ten ramen shops from around the Kanto region are scheduled to take part, so visitors can try bowls that reflect each shop's own approach at a single venue. The event will also feature food trucks, sweets, and stage programs, a visit by the popular ramen YouTuber SUSURU, and a program offering free mazesoba to elementary and junior high school students.
Three Chiba Food Creators Join the Planning and Promotion
Three creators who share food and outing information in Chiba are taking part in planning the event and spreading the word. 千葉のぴろき君 has been involved since last year, and this year ゆまグルメ and すずトリップ join as well.
Each of the three regularly posts about Chiba's food and places to visit, and they will introduce the participating shops, featured menu items, and ways to enjoy the venue from their own perspectives. Information will be shared both before and during the event, whether visitors are heading for a favorite shop or hoping to discover a bowl they have never tried.
Last Year Drew More Than 13,000 Visitors; This Year Expands to Two Days
The first Boso Menmatsuri was held on November 15, 2025, at Shimin Fureai Park (市民ふれあい公園) in Futtsu City, Chiba Prefecture, and drew more than 13,000 visitors in total (organizer's count).
In 2026 the event moves to AEON MALL Kisarazu and grows from one day to two. Building on last year's experience, the organizers aim to let more people enjoy ramen, local food, and stage programs.
Compare Ramen From Across Kanto at One Venue
Ten ramen shops from around Kanto are scheduled to appear. Differences in soup, noodles, toppings, and other details from shop to shop are a main attraction of the event.
Food trucks and sweets vendors are also planned. Details on the participating shops and the menus on offer will be announced in stages on the official project page and elsewhere.
Popular Ramen YouTuber SUSURU to Visit
The popular ramen YouTuber SUSURU is scheduled to visit the venue, with a booth and merchandise sales as well as a stage talk with the organizer.
SUSURU, who has eaten at countless ramen shops, will talk about how to enjoy ramen and share stories related to the ramen school 食の道場.
Free Mazesoba for Elementary and Junior High School Students
As a children's cafeteria (子ども食堂) program to give kids a chance to enjoy food, the event plans to offer half-size mazesoba (brothless mixed noodles) free of charge to elementary and junior high school students. Two flavors, salt and soy sauce, are planned, and 500 bowls will be served per session in limited quantities.
Planned distribution times
- Saturday, December 12: 10:00 AM / 1:00 PM / 4:00 PM / 7:00 PM
- Sunday, December 13: 9:00 AM / 12:00 PM / 3:00 PM
How to receive a bowl
- The program is for elementary and junior high school students, and a parent or guardian must accompany them.
- Bring a flyer for "Boso Menmatsuri 2026" to the distribution booth.
- One flyer covers up to two eligible children.
- Each person can receive one bowl. Distribution at each session ends once the planned quantity is reached.
Allergens contained in the ingredients: wheat, pork, mackerel, and soybeans. Ingredients containing other allergens may be handled in the same cooking environment. Conditions and details may change.
Crowdfunding Under Way on C-VALUE
On the crowdfunding site C-VALUE, the organizers are offering tickets for enjoying the event, experience plans, and support plans that help fund the children's program. Details on each plan, how to apply, and the terms of use are on the project page below.
https://www.c-value.jp/projects/boso-menmatsuri001
Boso Menmatsuri 2026 (房総麺祭り2026)
- Dates and hours: Saturday, December 12, 2026, 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM / Sunday, December 13, 2026, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Venue: Special venue in Area G, AEON MALL Kisarazu (イオンモール木更津 Gエリア特設会場), Kisarazu City, Chiba Prefecture
- Organizer: Ramen Total Solutions Co., Ltd.
- Planned vendors: 10 ramen shops from around Kanto, food trucks, sweets, and more
- Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boso_menmatsuri/
- Details and sign-up: C-VALUE project page
Notes:
- Participating shops, menus, performers, and stage programs may change or be canceled.
- Each shop's items are available in limited quantities and may sell out.
- Whether the event goes ahead in rain will be announced on the official Instagram account.
