Pavilion Bukit Jalil concluded its month-long “Konnichiwa Japan – Together, Here” cultural campaign with PAVILION x JAGAM Matsuri 2026, a successful three-day celebration. Held from 31 July to 2 August 2026, the event brought together shoppers, cultural enthusiasts and members of the Japanese community in a vibrant celebration of Japanese culture.
The opening ceremony was attended by H.E. Shikata Noriyuki, Ambassador of Japan to
Malaysia; Puan Sri Cindy Lim, Executive Chairman of Kuala Lumpur Pavilion Sdn. Bhd.;
Puan Nuwal Fadhilah Ku Azmi, Senior Director, International Promotion Division
(Asia/Africa) of Tourism Malaysia; Mr. Gary Tang, President of the Japan Graduates’
Association of Malaysia (JAGAM); and Mr. Patrick Liau, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of
Pavilion REIT.
Deputy CEO of Pavilion REIT; Puan Sri Cindy Lim, Executive Chairman of Kuala Lumpur Pavilion Sdn
Bhd; His Excellency Ambassador Shikata Noriyuki, Ambassador of Japan to Malaysia; Mr. Gary Tang,
President of the Japan Graduates’ Association of Malaysia (JAGAM); and Puan Nuwal Fadhilah Ku
Azmi, Senior Director, International Promotion Division (Asia/Africa), Tourism Malaysia.
Over the three-day festival, shoppers enjoyed a vibrant line-up of Japanese entertainment,
cultural showcases, and immersive experiences, featuring headline performances by
Malaysia-based J-pop idol group KLP48, Japanese singer-songwriter Kenichi Yamasaki,
J-pop dance group The Jumpers, cosplay performers Mao Xian and Akiho, comedian
Mr. Cherry, and much more.
A key highlight of the festival was the daily Bon Odori, inviting shoppers to join the traditional Japanese dance and experience the lively spirit of the celebration.
Shoppers further explored Japanese craftsmanship, culinary culture, and heritage through
experiences such as the Maguro Live Cutting Show with complimentary sashimi tasting for
the first 500 shoppers, a complementary Yukata Dressing Experience, Masaru Knives
Malaysia Demonstration, The Art of Kimono Kitsuke, and the Cosplay Skit Contest, as well as Kimono Showcases at the Spanish Steps, and an Exclusive Japanese Diningware Collection
Showcase at the Main Entrance.
With the successful conclusion of its second year, Pavilion Bukit Jalil continues to build on
“Konnichiwa Japan – Together, Here” as a signature annual platform celebrating Japanese culture while bringing communities together through meaningful cultural exchange and immersive experiences.
