Higashi Honganji Temple Markets

Known as “Ohigashisan” to locals, Higashi Honganji hosts a variety of markets throughout the year.

What happens?

Just north of Kyoto Station, Ohigashisan Plaza — the open space in front of Higashi Honganji — regularly hosts a changing line-up of small markets, pop-ups, and community events. On any given date, that might mean handmade crafts, vintage clothing, sweets, and food trucks, or something more niche, like a coffee tasting led by university coffee clubs from around Japan.

Schedule 2026

There’s something going on nearly every day. Here’s a few highlights:

• The Kyoto Night Market will be held on July 11–12, 2026, from 3 to 10 p.m. Expect over 70 food trucks, stalls, craft shops, and workshops, along with family-friendly activities such as ninja shows, rickshaw rides, painting workshops, and a children’s shop manager experience.
• Minna no Flea Market will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event features a flea market with second-hand clothes, household items, general goods, handmade crafts, and gourmet food trucks.
• Kyofes will be held on Sunday, July 19, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. There will be exhibitions and sales of crafts, food, and art by people with disabilities, along with artist talks and performances.