A space
transformed into art

The Japan Balloon Festival 2026 brought creativity to a different setting, turning a shopping mall into an open stage for the public.

More than 100 professionals participated in the pre-decoration day, transforming the venue with installations that showcased new possibilities for balloon art.

108 professionals
participated in the pre-decoration.

+15 installations
Transformed different spaces.

International participation
with attendees from Japan and other countries.

The first MBP exam
held in Japan

For the first time, Japan hosted the Master Balloon Professional by Sempertex®, a certification program for balloon decorating professionals.

When creativitybecomes competition

A total of 24 professionals competed in three categories:

✦ Twist Gift 50
✦ Dress & Costume
✦ Photo Spot

Featured Winners

Sempertex®
present in Japan

We were proud to be part of this experience alongside a community passionate about continuing to learn and taking balloon art to new heights.

The participation of Paola Guarín and Valentina Rodríguez, from Sempertex Colombia, was part of the professional seminar program alongside international instructors.