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Christmas Market Events

[2024] Kyoto Christmas Markets and Events for the Holiday Season

December is almost here. The city is gradually becoming enveloped in a Christmas atmosphere. In this issue, we introduce some of the best Christmas events in Kyoto for the holiday season. Check out the locations and schedules, and enjoy the events to the fullest.

1.The Christmas mood will be heightened for four weeks! Scandinavian Food Stalls - Christmas Market" at JR Kyoto Isetan

From November 26, 2024 (Tuesday), "Scandinavian Food Stalls - Christmas Market" will be held at [JR Kyoto Isetan].
More than 15,000 Scandinavian items, ranging from colorfully designed fabrics and ceramics to miscellaneous goods perfect for Christmas and character goods such as Moomin, will be on display. Check out the limited-edition products only available at the event, food market, and workshops being held for the first time.

Nordic stalls

Dates / Tuesday, November 26, 2024 - Monday, December 9, 2024; Tuesday, December 10, 2024 - Wednesday, December 25, 2024
Opening hours/10:00 - 20:00 *Close at 17:00 on December 9 (Mon.)
Place: JR Kyoto Isetan, 10F

Scandinavian food stalls at JR Kyoto Isetan - Christmas Market

  • JR Kyoto Isetan Hokkaido-yatai - Christmas Market
  • Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

2.Finger Counting Christmas "Kyoto Station Building Countdown Christmas" / Kyoto Station Building West Exit Plaza

From December 2 (Mon.) to 25 (Wed.), 2024, "Kyoto Station Building Countdown Christmas" will be held at [Kyoto Station Building].
During the event, visitors can take pictures with Santa Claus at the Santa Greeting, enjoy a marché featuring popular stores, and view an advent calendar-style display of products perfect for gift-giving. Enjoy the holiday season to the fullest with events themed around the excitement that builds as Christmas approaches.

Kyoto Station Building Countdown Christmas

Dates / Monday, December 2, 2024 - Wednesday, December 25, 2024 *Dates vary depending on the event.
Place/Kyoto Station Bldg. 2F West Exit Plaza

Kyoto Station Building Countdown Christmas

  • Kyoto Kiki Building Countdown Christmas
  • 901 Higashishioji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto

3.Heartwarming seasonal event "GOOD NATURE CHRISTMAS" / GOOD NATURE STATION

The Christmas event "GOOD NATURE CHRISTMAS" is being held at GOOD NATURE STATION, a commercial complex in Shijo-Kawaramachi, until December 25, 2024 (Wednesday).
This year, in celebration of the 5th anniversary of its opening, the theme of "5YEARS 5GOOD" and "Sustainable" will bring you a special moment with various contents such as environmentally friendly decorations, fascinating workshops, and special gourmet events. Forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life and take time to enjoy the Christmas season.

GOOD NATURE CHRISTMAS

Dates / Sunday, November 17, 2024 - Wednesday, December 25, 2024
Location/GOOD NATURE STATION

GOOD NATURE STATION GOOD NATURE CHRISTMAS

  • Good Nature Station Good Nature Christmas
  • 318-6, Inari-cho, 2-chome, Shijo-sagaru, Kawaramachi-Dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto

4.Your Wish May Come True! MOMO Mamemare Fest ~Christmas~" / MOMO Terrace

From November 22 (Friday) to December 25 (Wednesday), 2024, "MOMO Mamoru Fest - Christmas" will be held at [MOMO Terrace]. During this remarkable event, visitors can make their wishes come true by writing them on the Momo Mamure tree that will appear in the 1F atrium and submitting them to Momo Santa at MOMO Terrace. There will also be many other fun events to color Christmas. Let's enjoy Christmas even more!

MOMO Mamemare Fest ~Christmas

Period / November 22 (Friday) to December 25 (Wednesday), 2024
Location / MOMO Terrace

MOMO Terrace MOMO MAMIRE Fes -Christmas

  • Momo Terrace Momo Mamemare Fest - Christmas
  • 32, Yamanoshita, Momo-cho, Fushino-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto

5.Christmas Rooftop Market 2024" to illuminate the winter night sky / Kyoto Takashimaya S.C. rooftop

Christmas Rooftop Market 2024" will be held on the rooftop of Kyoto Takashimaya S.C. on December 7 (Sat) and 8 (Sun), 2024.
Many popular Kyoto eateries, which draw long lines, will open stalls decorated with beautiful illuminations. The rooftop area will be filled with Christmas-related events such as magic shows, gospel music, hand bells, ornament making, miniature sweets making workshops, colorful plants, and Christmas decorations. This is the long-awaited Christmas market that will color the winter night sky, so take this opportunity to visit.

Kyoto Takashimaya Christmas Rooftop Market 2024

Date/Time: Saturday, December 7, 11:00 - 21:00
Sunday, December 8, 11:00 - 20:00
Place/Rooftop of Kyoto Takashimaya S.C.※to be held rain or shine (cancelled in case of stormy weather)

Kyoto Takashimaya S.C. Christmas Rooftop Market 2024

  • kyoto takashimaya s.c. christmas rooftop market 2024
  • 52 Shinmachi, Kawaramachi Nishiiru, Shijo-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto

6.Plenty of warming contents! Kyotamba Christmas Market 2024" / Tamba Shizen Undo Park

Kyotamba Christmas Market 2024" will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at [Tamba Nature Sports Park]. The event was planned with the idea of "inviting people to come to Kyotamba Town even in winter! This year will be the second time the event has been held. The event will feature kitchen cars, booths, live music, bonfires, and a variety of other activities to warm the body and soul. Let's enjoy Kyotamba in winter to the fullest!

Kyotanba Christmas Market

Date/Time: Saturday, December 7, 2024, 11:00 - 20:00
Place/Tamba Shizen Undo Koen Children's Plaza
Admission: Free of charge

Tamba Shizen Undo Koen Kyotamba Christmas Market 2024

  • Chiba Zen-Nan-no-Kumdo Kouen Kyotamba Christmas Market 2024
  • 110-7, Sonekura Shimodai, Kyotanbacho, Funai-gun, Kyoto, Japan

7.Experience the French Christmas Market "Marché de Noël 2024" / Kansai Nichifutsu Gakkan

Marché de Noël 2024" will be held on December 14 (Sat.) and 15 (Sun.), 2024, at the [Kansai Nichifutsu Gakkan].
The venue will be wrapped in Christmas decorations and will feature a variety of food, sweets, and sundry goods, as well as special live performances and other events. At night, the garden will be beautifully illuminated with twinkling lights, creating a magical atmosphere. Enjoy this once-a-year Christmas event by visiting a wide variety of stores.

Marche de Noël

Date/Time: December 14 (Sat.) and 15 (Sun.), 2024, 11:00-19:00
Place/Garden of Kansai Franco-Japonais Gakkan
Admission: Free of charge

Kansai Nichifutsu Gakkan Marché de Noël 2024

  • Japan Foundation for the Promotion of the Environment Marché de Noël 2024
  • 8 Yoshida Izumidono-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
*Please note that the information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
*Since this site uses automatic translation, the translation may differ from the original Japanese content.

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