The Awaji West Coast Jazz Festival is fast approaching, offering two special days dedicated to the celebration of live jazz music on the picturesque west coast of Awaji Island.
The festival promises an exhilarating experience with jazz artists performing at various locations, enhancing the ambiance and creating a memorable experience on Awaji Island.
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Awaji West Coast Jazz Festival
1. Auberge French Forest Grand Baobab
Experience a fusion of French and Mediterranean culinary influences, allowing you to enjoy the authentic essence of the ingredients.
| Name | Auberge “French Forest” Grand Baobab |
|---|---|
| Address | 2593-8 Kusumoto Aza Banaka, Awaji City, Hyogo Pref. 656-2301 |
| TEL | 0799-70-9063 |
| Official Web Site | https://frenchnomori.jp/grand_baobab/ |
| Reservations | https://www.tablecheck.com/en/shops/grand-baobab/reserve |
| Review | https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g1022838-d23765017-Reviews-Grand_Baobab-Awaji_Awaji_shima_Hyogo_Prefecture_Kinki.html |
| Operation Hours | Lunch – 11:30~15:30 (Last Entry: 13:00) Dinner – 17:30~21:30 (Last Entry: 19:00) |
| Closed | Wednesdays |
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2. HELLO KITTY SHOW BOX
Experience the dream world of Hello Kitty with a media art gallery and a special show featuring cheerful songs, dance, and jazz performances.
| Location | HELLO KITTY SHOW BOX |
|---|---|
| Address | 177-5 Nojimahirabayashi, Awaji City, Hyogo Pref. 656-1724 |
| Access | 10 minutes by car from Awaji IC and 15 minutes from Hokudan Interchange on Kobe-Awaji-Naruto Expressway. |
| Phone Number | 0799-70-9022 |
| Parking | Free parking available |
| Closed | Wednesdays |
| Operating Hours | 11:00-17:00 |
| Show Time | 12:10-13:30(Open at 11:00, Last In at 12:00) |
| Café and Greetings by HELLO KITTY | 14:00-17:00 Greeting at 14:30-/16:00- Café Show and Greetings by HELLO KITTY: 14:30~ / 16:00~ |
| Website | https://awajiresort.com/hellokittyshowbox/ |
| Reservations | https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1022838-d17793182-Reviews-Hello_Kitty_Show_Box-Awaji_Awaji_shima_Hyogo_Prefecture_Kinki.html |
| Review | https://www.tablecheck.com/en/shops/hellokittyshowbox/reserve |
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3. Craft Circus
Awaji Island Craft Circus is a seaside dining venue and market, where you can enjoy both great dining and a fulfilling shopping experience.
| Location | CRAFT CIRCUS |
|---|---|
| Address | 2-2 Nojima-Hirabayashi, Awaji City, Hyogo Pref. 656-1724 |
| Access | 15 minutes by car from Awaji IC on Awaji-Kobe-Naruto Expressway. 10 minutes by car from Iwaya Port (Jenova Line Ferry). |
| Parking | 80 spaces |
| Business Hours | Weekdays: 10:30-20:30 (last order 19:30) Weekends/Holidays: 9:30-20:30 (last order 19:30) |
| Closed | Thursdays (excluding national holidays) |
| Tel | 0799-82-1855 |
| Website | https://awajicraftcircus.com/ |
| Reservations | https://www.tablecheck.com/en/shops/craftcircus/reserve |
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4. SEIKAIHA Koshunoya
A store and bar showcasing meticulously aged, premium sake selected from 42 breweries across 19 prefectures in Japan, offering an exquisite range of long-aged sake varieties.
| Name | SEIKAIHA – Koshunoya |
|---|---|
| Address | 70 Nojima-okawa, Awaji City, Hyogo Pref. 656-1723 |
| Tel | 0799-70-9020 |
| Website | https://awaji-seikaiha.com/kosyunoya/ |
| Reservations | https://www.tablecheck.com/en/shops/awaji-seikaiha-kosyunoya/reserve |
| Operation Hours | 11:30~21:00 (L.O. 20:00) Closed: Thursdays |
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5. SEIKAIHA Naminoritei
A theater with a spectacular view of the Harima-nada Sea, selected as one of the best 100 sunsets in Japan. The seating capacity is 190, and original performances are held regularly. The Jazz Festival features a powerful performance by the student group “Big Band”.
Big Band Performance Schedule During the Jazz Festival
November 11 (Saturday)
15:30～ Ritsumeikan University: R.U.Swingin’ Herd Jazz Ensemble
16:20～ Doshisha University: The Third Herd Orchestra
November 12 (Sunday)
15:30～ Konan Junior & Senior High School Brass Ensemble
16:20～ Konan University: Newport Swing Orchestra
Advance Reservations: November 1 (Wed.) – 10 (Fri.)
*First-come, first-served basis
*Seats are available in the “Reserved Seating Area”
*Same-day tickets: Reception begins at 12:00 PM on each day.
| Location | Seikaiha |
|---|---|
| Address | 70 Nojima-okawa, Awaji City, Hyogo Pref. 656-1723 |
| Phone Number | 0799-70-9020 |
| Website | https://awaji-seikaiha.com/ |
| Reservations | https://www.tablecheck.com/en/shops/awaji-seikaiha/reserve |
| Access | 10 minutes by car from Awaji IC on Kobe-Awaji-Naruto Expressway. 15 minutes by car from Hokudan IC. |
| Parking | 50 spaces |
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6. SEIKAIHA Uminoya
Indulge in a theater-style restaurant offering a blend of Japanese and Western cuisine alongside live music, all within an elegant setting.
| Name | SEIKAIHA - Uminoya |
|---|---|
| Address | 70 Nojima-okawa, Awaji City, Hyogo Pref. 656-1723 |
| Tel | 0799-70-9020 |
| Operation Hours | 11:00~15:00 (Last In 14:00, L.O. 14:00) 14:00~17:00 (Café time) 17:00~21:00 (Last In 19:30, L.O. 20:00) Closed: Thursdays |
| Website | https://awaji-seikaiha.com/uminoya/ |
| Reservations | https://www.tripadvisor.jp/Restaurant_Review-g1022838-d23580734-Reviews-Seikaiha_Uminoya-Awaji_Awaji_shima_Hyogo_Prefecture_Kinki.html |
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7. Ladybird Road
Explore a vibrant gourmet and shopping avenue adorned with colorful streets hosting a diverse array of establishments, including cafes, restaurants, patisseries, markets, and a selection of international goods.
| Name | Ladybird Road |
|---|---|
| Address | 95-2, Nojima Todoroki, Awaji Shi, Hyogo Ken, 656-1722 |
| Parking lot | 44 cars (500 yen/day) |
| Operation Hours | Varies from store to store. |
| Tel | 0799-64-7530 |
Don’t miss the Awaji West Coast Jazz Festival on November 11-12, 2023! Experience two days filled with live jazz music, delicious cuisine, and the picturesque shores of Awaji Island.
