Market Events in Japan

Maebashi Hatsuichi Daruma Festival

Daruma dolls are set alight in a traditional Japanese festival.

Takasaki Daruma Market

On the first two days of the year, many flock to Takasaki to buy daruma dolls.

Fukuoka Christmas Market and Illuminations

Spend your Christmas wrapped up in the midst of the beautiful Fukuoka Christmas Market and Illuminations.

Osaka Christmas Market

Spend some time with Christmas cheer at this traditional market.

Hakodate Christmas Fantasy

For a magical Christmas event that all the family can enjoy, head over to Hakodate Christmas Fantasy.

Osaka Kitchenware Street Festival

Stock up on all the best kitchenware, then eat your fill-what's not to love?

Mammoth Flea Market Z (Autumn)

Mammoth Flea Market Z is, well, big.

Tōyako Manga Anime Festa 2025

Every year, thousands of anime and manga fans descend on the peaceful town of Tōyako Onsen.

Shinkawa Market Festival

Head to the Shinkawa Market Festival and see the fox's wedding parade.

Tenjin-san Shrine Flea Market

Explore the Tenjin-san Flea Market at Kitano Tenman-gū, Kyoto, held on the 25th of every month.

Tōji Temple Flea Market

Visit Tōji Temple, one of Kyoto's oldest temples, and explore the bustling Kobo-ichi Market. Held monthly, this vibrant market is an unmissable experience for visitors and locals alike.

Umekoji Handicrafts Market

Discover handmade treasures and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere at Kyoto’s Umekoji Handicrafts Market, a monthly gathering of artisans and creators.

Kyoto Antique Fair

The Kyoto Antique Fair, western Japan’s largest, gathers over 350 dealers offering kimono, ceramics, relics, and more.

Bungu Joshi Haku Stationery Festival in Osaka

Browse and purchase the very best of Japanese stationery. From big names to smaller, local brands.

Asahikawa Winter Festival

Giant snow sculptures, light projections, fireworks, and hearty winter foods in one of Japan’s coldest cities. Learn what's in store at the Asahikawa Winter Festival

Sake World Summit

Take this chance to try sake from across Japan.

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 …

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 …