It’s back! HYPER JAPAN will return for its 7th annual event this Christmas, as the Christmas Market returns in November to Kensington Olympia’s National Hall, which is the location of choice for this event. It will become the UK’s one-stop shop for Japanese-themed Christmas Shopping with a huge selection of exhibitors during this three day event running from Friday 14th to Sunday 16th November. This unique event is great for any dedicated fan of Japanese Culture, but whether or not you're already familiar with Japanese culture this is certainly a fantastic way to dip your toes and get a taste - perfect for those unfamiliar to explore!

HYPER JAPAN as some of you may know, is the UK’s biggest celebration of Japanese culture, cuisine and cool. It's all in the name after all! Bringing together a diverse range of exhibitors, sellers, performers and fans to show off the best of both traditional and contemporary Japan in the heart of lovely London. Allowing us all to discover this magnificent culture and discover some intriguing new trends.

In the few short years since the first HYPER JAPAN event back in October 2010, it has grown in both popularity and size, with record numbers of visitors to the recent summer HYPER JAPAN 2014.

Highlights of the event include live performances and special guests all the way from Japan, bringing together all things Japan, in one single venue. J-pop, traditional Japanese Taiko Drumming, fashion shows and the World Cosplay Summit UK preliminaries and so much more!

With this being the HYPER JAPAN Christmas Market, expect a particular focus on gift ideas and exclusive goods with a Japanese theme to them, perfect timing for those already considering what to add to their Christmas list. And, while you’re at it, tantalise your tastebuds with the seriously tempting Japanese cuisine and treats.

HYPER JAPAN Christmas Market 2014 will take place from Friday 14th to Sunday 16th November at the National Hall, Kensington Olympia, London.

General Entry Tickets are £12 each for Friday and the Saturday Sessions, and General Entry tickets for the longer Sunday session are £15 each. Full details of the tickets can be found here.