CEIPA and Toyota Bring Back Japan’s Music and Street Fair Experience With “ennichi ’25” in Los Angeles

Japanese music and culture are returning to Los Angeles this winter as CEIPA and the TOYOTA GROUP launch “ennichi ’25 Japanese Music Experience LA” on December 2 at Aurora Warehouse. Following the success of “matsuri ’25” earlier this year, the event will once again spotlight Japanese artists who are gaining serious momentum with U.S. listeners.

This year’s lineup brings together Awich, f5ve, JP THE WAVY, and PSYCHIC FEVER from EXILE TRIBE. Each act represents a different corner of Japan’s evolving music scene. From Awich’s powerful storytelling rooted in Okinawa to JP THE WAVY’s global hip hop style, “ennichi ’25” aims to bridge cultures through sound, fashion, and performance.

Alongside the music, guests will find a full Japanese street fair experience inside the venue. Food vendors like Tsukiji Gindaco, Soma Suisan, Tenkatori, and UMACHA will be serving classics that recreate the energy of a real ennichi festival. The event will also include festival games such as super ball scooping, yo-yo fishing, and cotton candy, adding to the atmosphere.

“ennichi ’25” is part of CEIPA × TOYOTA GROUP’s ongoing “MUSIC WAY PROJECT,” a long-term initiative supporting the global growth of Japanese music and creating opportunities for artists to connect with audiences outside Japan. The project continues to play a major role in introducing Japanese acts to the U.S. while building stronger relationships between the Japanese industry and local creative communities.

This year’s performers also shared messages about connecting with fans in Los Angeles.

Awich described the moment as a meaningful milestone in her journey from Okinawa to stages around the world, adding that she hopes to show how Japanese hip hop has evolved into something deep and powerful.

JP THE WAVY expressed excitement about finally meeting his international audience in person and wants this show to serve as a cultural bridge between Japan and LA.

A day before the concert, CEIPA × TOYOTA GROUP and JETRO Los Angeles will host the “ennichi ’25 Japanese Music Industry Mixer” at JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles. The invite-only gathering will bring together music and media professionals for a conversation on the next chapter of Japanese music and its growing presence in the U.S.

Tickets for “ennichi ’25 Japanese Music Experience LA” are available now.

More information can be found at https://www.ennichi.info/.

Event Details
Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Time: Doors at 4:00 PM
Venue: Aurora Warehouse, 1770 Baker Street, Los Angeles, CA
Performers: Awich, f5ve, JP THE WAVY, PSYCHIC FEVER from EXILE TRIBE
Food Vendors: Tsukiji Gindaco, Soma Suisan, Tenkatori, UMACHA, and more
Presented by: CEIPA × TOYOTA GROUP “MUSIC WAY PROJECT”