Market Events in Japan

Maebashi Hatsuichi Daruma Festival

The Maebashi Hatsuichi (meaning first market) Festival is an explosive way to start the year. The highway nearby is closed to cars and stalls are set up, ready to sell lucky trinkets and festival …

Fukuoka Christmas Market and Illuminations

Fukuoka Christmas Market is considered one of the biggest Christmas markets in Japan. There are a number of venues, so technically there is more than one market. In its 10th year, the miniature …

Mammoth Flea Market Z (Autumn)

Officially it’s the “Manmos Flea Market Z”, but that’s just the transliteration of the Japanese word for Mammoth. Either way, this TV Aichi organized market is big. The …

Osaka Kitchenware Street Festival

If you’re in the mood for some kitchen-based souvenirs for your trip to Japan – or need to fill up your kitchen here, then look no further. The Osaka Kitchenware street is holding …

Shinkawa Market Festival

Coinciding with the annual Golden Week holidays, the Shinkawa Market Festival in the city of Ube, is a celebration of the traditions of the area. The highlight of the festival is the fox’s …

German Christmas Market

Get the festive feel at the Umeda German Christmas Market in Osaka, right up until Christmas day!

Shitennoji Flea Market

Held on the 21st of each month, this is a brilliant way to find unique gifts and souvenirs whilst exploring one of the most impressive temples in Osaka. The will be stalls with Japanese antiques, …

Ashiharabashi Up Market

Repeating monthly on the 3rd Sunday of the month, Ashiharabashi Up Market features more than 100 stalls selling a variety of art, crafts, clothes, food and drink. The stalls are spread over three …