Next event: October 4th, 2025
Photo by: 16-bit photography
Southern california music festival for all idols!
What is
LA Idol Matsuri?
LA Idol Matsuri is Southern California’s celebration of idol culture, spotlighting local idols, overseas (“kaigai”) idols, and fresh debuts. Our mission is to provide a welcoming, safe, and exciting stage where emerging talent and seasoned performers alike can share their passion, connect with fans, and bring the vibrant world of idols to life. Attendees can expect high-energy performances, heartfelt moments, and a community united by music and joy.
2025 Headliner: Berry
How sweet is everyone’s favorite idol? BERRY is a J-pop idol based in Los Angeles, California. Donned with her trademark brightly-colored hair and contagious smile, she has toured all across America and Japan performing her upbeat original tracks. Turn your penlights pink and get ready for the “berry” sweetest show of a lifetime!
Here are our performers for LA Idol Matsuri 2025!
Idol celbrations at matsuri!
bubble girls graduation
We’re honored to host Bubble Girls Idol Experience’s graduation live at LA Idol Matsuri in Torrance, CA on October 4th! Since their creation in 2019, Bubble Girls Idol Experience has brought joy, energy, and heart to the community with their music and performances. From fan art to penlights, your support has made their journey truly special, and now we’re excited to celebrate this milestone together on our stage. Come cheer them on and send them off with all the love they deserve!
Freyja’s 1 year debut anniversary
LA Idol Matsuri is excited to host Freyja’s 1st anniversary since her debut in 2024, celebrated on the Matsuri stage. Do you have a case of idol fever? Step into Nurse Freyja’s clinic for a cute and spicy show featuring songs from Vocaloid, Hololive, and other beloved J-pop/Anisong artists. @fufureia, the nurse bunny gal kaigai idol from San Diego, is ready to make your heart race with her devilish charm and irresistible energy!
rin rin’s birthday
Who's coloring all of your dreams pink? Rin Rin! @rini.rin.rin is a sleepy bunny idol, ready to charm you with their voice and alternative cover song selection, as well as their own original single "月夜のステージ / Moonlit Stage" ! This special birthday stage will feature a brand-new outfit, a fresh cover, and maybe even a sneak peek of their next song!
2025 sponsor: neon shrine
Neon Shrine specializes in concert goods inspired by Japanese Idol Culture. Our goal is to spread the magic of Japanese-inspired live performances to Western audiences through high-quality goods that celebrate fan culture and community, introducing people to oshikatsu and wotagei.
2025 sponsor: raising cane’s
Raising Cane’s is an American fast-food restaurant chain specializing in high-quality chicken finger meals. Founded in 1996 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, by Todd Graves, the brand has grown rapidly with a focus on simplicity, quality, and customer experience. Known for its signature chicken fingers, Cane’s Sauce, crinkle-cut fries, and Texas toast, Raising Cane’s emphasizes a culture of teamwork and community engagement. Today, the company operates hundreds of locations across the United States and internationally, earning a reputation for consistency, friendly service, and a distinctive brand identity.
2025 Official food vendor: Okamoto Kitchen
Okamoto Kitchen is a Los Angeles–based food truck and catering company. Known for bringing the taste of authentic Japanese comfort food to the streets of Southern California, they specialize in dishes like katsu curry, chicken nanban, Japanese-style hamburg steak, and their popular honey toast desserts. Beyond serving at local events, anime conventions, and community gatherings, Okamoto Kitchen has also built a loyal following online through their mascot “Harumi” and original manga-style storytelling, blending Japanese pop culture with their culinary brand.
Who is the organization behind LA Idol Matsuri?
A: AniMarketplace (The AMP Organization) is an organizing committee dedicated to planning and hosting LA Idol Matsuri, as well as several other local conventions in the Los Angeles region.
Are attendees allowed to bring their own penlights?
A: Yes! We encourage attendees to bring their own penlights and cheer on their favorite idols!
Do I have to pay for parking?
A: No, parking is free and plentiful around the venue!
Is cosplay allowed at LA Idol Matsuri?
A: Yes! Cosplay is encouraged but not required.
FAQs
OUr Supporters
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AniPop SD
We want to present an all-inclusive convention that includes all facets of the nerd, geek, and pop-culture community to come together and celebrate our combined interests in one fun and immersive kawaii themed event.
Our fun-filled event will be accessible to all and allow the different fandoms to reach out to new fans and create an exciting opportunity to share their interests with each other.
Don't miss what will be the newest and most exciting event of the spring in North County San Diego! Expect an extraordinary experience featuring panels, entertainment, vendors, and more to celebrate all things kawaii! -
Maid Academy Cafe
@maidacademycafe , home to a delightful cast of maids and charming butlers, is ready to captivate you! Each maid has chosen songs straight from the heart to bring their unique magic to the stage. From J-Pop to Kpop lets sing and dance together!
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PARFAIT PARTY
Parfait Party is San Diego’s one and only ice cream-themed gal maid café! Serving looks AND dessert, this sweet squad of talented artists, performers, baristas, and entertainers have a love and passion for J-pop culture. Parfait Party celebrates San Diego’s anime and J-pop community while supporting and highlighting local small businesses through events, collaborations, and unique experiences.
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Zeta Flare
Happy Sunny Morning! I am Zeta Flare, the idol fan turned producer and manager of the ZetaPro virtual idol universe! I have been recording piano covers of anime, J-pop and idol music since 2014, though I have been a self-taught pianist since the age of 7 and am professionally trained in percussion. I also like to draw and, since 2019, have been writing original J-pop inspired music, primarily for my OC idols of the ZetaPro universe! One of my favorite hobbies is to support Kaigai and cosplay idols to the best of my ability and encourage others to keep chasing their dreams!