Hirakata T-SITE to host national dorayaki fair

Hirakata T-SITE in Osaka Prefecture will host its inaugural dorayaki fair, titled ‘Doredora,’ from October 28 to November 4, 2026. The event will feature 22 specialty shops from across Japan, offering a range of traditional and modern styles, including ‘nama dorayaki’ made with fruit and cream.

Participating vendors will be divided into two shifts. The first half of the event, running from October 28 to October 31, includes shops such as Tanbo from Fukushima and Matsuokan of Habutae Mochi Sōhonpo from Fukui. The second half, from November 1 to November 4, will feature KOTONOWA from Nara, Okashi no Kikuya from Oita, and Shichino from Ibaraki.

Featured items include macaron-style ‘Wa-karon’ from Osaka, pudding-filled dorayaki from Oita, and various regional specialties using local ingredients like Yamato tea and Koto-hana strawberries.