Lovely Nyan Festa Osaka
Cat lovers take over ATC Hall for two days of feline fun, with cat goods, major pet brands, workshops, expert talks, a cat show and plenty of opportunities to celebrate your own favorite feline.
Is your camera roll mostly cats? Do your shopping bags somehow acquire cat-shaped objects? Can you happily spend an afternoon discussing what your cat will — and absolutely will not — eat? Some people just like cats, but if this is you, then Lovely Nyan Festa is for you.
Returning to Osaka for its second edition October 24–25, the two-day festival fills ATC Hall with almost every imaginable side of cat life. The 2026 event brings its largest manufacturer area yet, gathering dozens of cat-food and pet-product brands alongside independent creators selling cat-themed goods. There are workshops, new products to try, samples to discover and plenty of opportunities to find something for the cat waiting at home.
But this is more than a very large shopping trip. Bring a favorite photo on your phone and the Uchi no Ko Goods Studiocan turn it into a T-shirt, eco bag or mini towel in about five minutes. A self-photo studio offers professional-style portraits with your cat, while a product-testing area lets feline visitors investigate toys and cat towers themselves. For visitors who don’t have a cat in tow, a separate interaction corner brings friendly cats from a Hyogo cat café to the festival.
There is a more serious side to all that feline enthusiasm. Veterinarians and other specialists take to the stage to discuss longevity, health, hydration and nutrition, while a special Sunday seminar looks at professional cat grooming in the United States. Saturday also brings a cat show open to pedigreed and household cats alike, while Nekonist turns visitors’ beloved cat photographs into part of the exhibition itself.
And yes, your own cat can come too — although this is one invitation that requires some preparation. Cat visitors have separate ticketing and health requirements, and must generally remain in a carrier, cage or pet cart inside ATC. The organizers themselves stress that a busy event environment isn’t right for every cat, so whether yours would actually enjoy a convention devoted entirely to its species is a decision best left to the human who knows it best.
Whether you come to shop, learn, meet some cats or simply spend two days among people who understand why you have 4,000 nearly identical cat photos on your phone, the premise remains wonderfully uncomplicated.
This weekend belongs to the cats.
Cat Lover’s Marketplace – Browse cat food, pet products and feline-themed goods from major brands and independent creators.
Make It Personal – Turn a favorite cat photo into custom T-shirts, eco bags and other keepsakes.
Learn Something New – Veterinarians and specialists share practical advice on cat health, nutrition, grooming and care.
Bring Your Cat – Cats can attend too, provided owners meet the festival’s ticketing, health and carrier requirements.
Come Hungry – Kitchen cars serve food at the event, so you don’t need to leave ATC when it’s time for lunch.
Photos: Lovely Nyan Festival official website
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THE SCENE: FAQ’s
ACCESS
Venue: ATC Hall
Address: 2-1-10 Nankokita, Suminoe-ku, Osaka
Trains:
Nankai Main Line → Suminoe Station ↔ Osaka Metro Yotsubashi Line → Suminoekoen Station ↔ New Tram → Trade Center-mae Station
Subways:
Osaka Metro Chuo Line → Cosmosquare Station ↔ New Tram → Trade Center-mae Station → about 5 min walk
◷ FROM CENTRAL OSAKA
Namba: Osaka Metro Yotsubashi Line → Suminoekoen ↔ New Tram → Trade Center-mae — about 35–40 min including walk
Osaka-Umeda: Osaka Metro Midosuji Line → Hommachi ↔ Chuo Line → Cosmosquare ↔ New Tram → Trade Center-mae — about 40–45 min including walk
SCHEDULE
Saturday, October 24: 10:00–17:00
Sunday, October 25: 10:00–17:00
Shopping, manufacturer booths, creator goods, workshops, cat interaction areas, photography and other activities run throughout the weekend.
Saturday: Cat show featuring pedigreed and household cats
Sunday: Special seminar on professional cat grooming in the United States
Stage talks and individual activities operate on their own schedules. Check the official program before visiting if there is something specific you want to see.
TICKETS
Adults (junior high school and older): ¥2,000
Elementary school: Separate child ticket available
Preschool children: Free
Important: General admission tickets are not sold at the venue. Purchase in advance through ePlus.
Adult admission includes a manufacturer sample set and original eco bag while the elementary-school ticket includes a gacha coin benefit, subject to the organizer’s current conditions.
Tickets:
https://lovelynyanfesta.jp/ticket/
Visitors bringing a cat need the designated cat-companion ticket in addition to their own admission arrangements. Check all animal-entry requirements before purchasing.
THE EXPERIENCE
Lovely Nyan Festa packs ATC Hall with shopping, activities and plenty of feline enthusiasm, whether you bring your own cat or leave them comfortably at home.
- Browse cat food, toys, care products and new releases from major manufacturers.
- Shop cat-themed goods from independent creators and make personalized items using your own cat photos.
- Watch the cat show, expert talks, grooming demonstrations and other scheduled programming.
- Meet cats in the interaction area or explore the Nekonist photo exhibition.
- Grab lunch from the kitchen cars or use same-day re-entry to visit ATC’s restaurants and cafés.
Plan on spending a few hours if you want to browse the booths, try an activity and catch some of the scheduled programming without rushing.
INFO & TIPS
BUY BEFORE YOU GO
There are no general admission ticket sales at the venue. Purchase your ticket through ePlus before heading to ATC.
BRINGING YOUR CAT?
Read the organizer’s requirements carefully before deciding to bring a cat. A designated cat-companion ticket is required, along with the original certificate showing a three-way-or-higher combination vaccination within the previous year. Additional health, parasite-control and neuter/spay conditions apply.
KEEP CATS SECURE
Cats must generally remain inside a secure carrier, cage or pet cart at the event. The organizers also advise owners to consider whether their individual cat will be comfortable in a busy unfamiliar environment.
FOOD & RE-ENTRY
Kitchen cars operate at the festival. Same-day re-entry is also permitted with your wristband, making it easy to use ATC’s restaurants and cafés and return afterward.
CHECK THE DAILY PROGRAM
The cat show, seminars, talks, workshops and other activities don’t necessarily run continuously or on both days. Check the official schedule before choosing when to visit.
CONTACTS
Lovely Nyan Festa
https://lovelynyanfesta.jp/
Tickets / Entry Requirements
https://lovelynyanfesta.jp/ticket/
