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Become a Sponsor

Japan Market Vancouver is the brainchild of two local women, born from the desire to share their love of Japanese culture, crafts, and food with the Vancouver community.

Japan Market seeks sponsors interested in gaining exposure to its engaged audience.

Sponsorships packages starting at $500.

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Reach

Reach over 8,000 visitors at each of four markets each year, and 150,000 people through social media channels, and over 8000 email subscribers.

Audience

Get exposure to young adults and families interested in Japanese culture. Japan Market shoppers are 60% women, and 50% between the age of 25 and 55.

Maximize Your Brand Exposure and Connect with Highly Engaged Customers

150,000+

Reach Through Social

8,000

Attendees

10.4K

Instagram Followers

65,000+

Website Visitors Each Year

Our Amazing Sponsors

Our sponsors help to make the markets possible and support the activities of Japan Market.

PLATINUM SPONSOR

Downtown Vancouver Business Improvement Association

DVBIA represents 8,000 business and property owners in the central 90-block area of Vancouver’s downtown core. Downtown Vancouver is the regional heart of culture and commerce, delivering an incomparable urban experience that is inclusive, safe and inspiring.

SILVER SPONSOR

TELUS

When you choose TELUS, you’re connected to our world-leading mobile network, supported by best-in-class customer service and helping to connect Canadians in need.

IACE TRAVEL Inc.

Discover Japan with us! Our Japanese staff specialize in creating unforgettable travel experiences for Canadians. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we make your trip to Japan truly memorable.

BRONZE SPONSOR

PRIZE SPONSOR

Sakura Media

Located in Metrotown, Sakura Media has been bringing in authentic products from your favourite manga and anime since 1998!

SAMURICE

Introducing Kinmemai — the world’s first health-inspired Japanese-made, rinse-free gourmet rice

MEDIA PARTNERS

SUPPORTERS

Four Sponsorship Packages

This is a great opportunity for organizations to showcase products and services to a focused audience.

BRONZE

$500

/ per event

  • One banner during the event
  • Post on Instagram and Facebook one time*
  • Posters (with QR code) can be posted at the event
  • Listing on our website as a sponsor and a link to your website
  • 6 free tickets to the market

SILVER

$1,000

/ per event

  • Up to 2 banners during the event
  • Post on Instagram and Facebook up to two times* (the frequency will depend on the timing of sponsorship application)
  • Posters (with QR code) can be posted at the event
  • Listing on our website as a sponsor and a link to your website
  • Listing in our email newsletter with a link to your website
  • 6 free tickets to visit the market
  • 1 table and 2 chairs at the event
  • Free lunch for up to 4 people

GOLD

$2,000

/ per event

  • Up to 3 banners can be displayed during the event
  • Post on Instagram and Facebook up to three times* (the frequency will depend on the timing of sponsorship application)
  • Posters (with QR code) can be posted at the event
  • Listing on our website as a sponsor and a link to your website
  • Listing in our email newsletter with a link to your website
  • 8 free tickets to visit the market
  • 2 tables and 2 chairs at the event at a premium location
  • 100 watts of electricity, if needed at the event
  • Premium social media posts
  • Free lunch for up to 6 people

PLATINUM

$5,000

/ per event

  • Up to 4 banners/flags can be displayed during the event
  • Post on Instagram and Facebook up to four times* (the frequency will depend on the timing of sponsorship application)
  • Posters (with QR code) can be posted at the event
  • Listing on our website as a sponsor and a link to your website
  • Listing in our email newsletter with a link to your website
  • 16 free tickets to visit the market
  • 2 tables and 4 chairs at the event at a premium location
  • 100 watts of electricity, if needed at the event
  • Premium social media posts
  • Free lunch for up to 8 people
Apply for Sponsorship Opportunities

Contact us

Please email yuko@japanmarket.ca to learn more about sponsorship or apply by submitting this form.

Social media posts*

Sponsors will provide images and writeups for Instagram and Facebook posts. Post can be promotional offers, about the sponsor, or announcements.