Manny Pacquiao attends the 'Philippine Festa' in Tokyo as guest of honour 

  • Manny Pacquiao attended the 'Philippine Festa' in Tokyo, Japan 
  • The festival is the celebration of Filipinos in the Japanese community
  • Pacquiao was given a rapturous welcome by his adoring fans  

By Adam Smith For Mailonline

Published: 05:48 EST, 19 September 2015 | Updated: 05:49 EST, 19 September 2015

Manny Pacquiao is enjoying his time away from the boxing ring, as he attended the annual 'Philippine Festa' in Japan.

The festival celebrates the best bits of the culture, promotes the relationship between Filipinos and Japanese, and aims to bring the community closer together.

Pacquaio, who has given up trying to arrange a rematch with Floyd Mayweather, signed autographs and met festival-goers on his arrival.

Manny Pacquiao (centre) waves to the crowd at the 'Philippine Festa' in Tokyo, Japan

Manny Pacquiao (centre) waves to the crowd at the 'Philippine Festa' in Tokyo, Japan

The boxer was given a rousing welcome as he introduced to the crowd for the annual festival

The boxer was given a rousing welcome as he introduced to the crowd for the annual festival

The festival celebrates the best bits of Philippine culture and aims to bring the community closer together 

The festival celebrates the best bits of Philippine culture and aims to bring the community closer together 

The 36-year-old was given a rousing welcome as he stepped out onto the stage to speak to his adoring fans. 

Pacquiao is now being targeted by Bolton-based fighter Amir Khan, who is keen to go toe-to-toe with the Filipino superstar. 

With neither man likely to earn 12 rounds with Mayweather before he retires, the pair could meet in the new year if Khan gets his way. 

Philippines' tribal dancers from Iloilo perform at the parade and in what is a colourful event 

Philippines' tribal dancers from Iloilo perform at the parade and in what is a colourful event 

Fans waited with signs to greet their sporting hero as he touched down in Tokyo

Fans waited with signs to greet their sporting hero as he touched down in Tokyo

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