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!
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.
october 4
Torrance Cultural Arts Center
3330 Civic Center Dr. Torrance, CA 90503
Come join Idol Matsuri's 2nd year!
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!