YPAM

The YPAM Fringe Society was launched during YPAM2023 as a support organization for the YPAM Fringe and has been active since. It brings together those who run potential Fringe venues, such as theaters, galleries and cafes, as well as artists, audiences, and anyone interested in the performing arts. Throughout the year, the Society holds regular meetings and gatherings, creating opportunities for exchange and dialogue that sustain Yokohama’s open-call performing arts festival.

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How to Join Us

Membership registration is open year-round. The 2026–27 annual membership is valid from the date of registration until the last day of YPAM2027. To register, please complete the online form here and submit the 500 JPY annual fee via credit card or at the YPAM Fringe Center.

Regular Meetings

Regular meetings are held throughout the year for members to exchange ideas and share information.Those interested in membership or considering joining are also welcome to attend.

1st Regular Meeting
Date & Time: January 30, 2026 (Fri) 18:00–19:00
Venue: Kogane Studio
1-2 Koganecho, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa 231-0066, Japan

2nd Regular Meeting
Date & Time: March 12, 2026 (Thu) 11:00–12:00
Venue: THE HALL YOKOHAMA
2F, 112-11 Yamashitacho, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa 231-0023, Japan

3rd Regular Meeting
Date & Time: May 2026 (TBD)
Venue: TBD

4th Regular Meeting
Date & Time: July 2026 (TBD)
Venue: TBD

5th Regular Meeting
Date & Time: September 2026 (TBD)
Venue: TBD

6th Regular Meeting
Date & Time: November 2026 (TBD)
Venue: TBD

If you wish to attend one of our meetings, please contact us at fringe@ypam.jp. A staff member will get back to you shortly.

We look forward to your participation in sustaining this accessible contemporary performing arts festival!