Market in Kyoto

10th Kokohana Marche at Shinka-ji Temple

Held on the same day as the Shinka-ji Temple Festival. The venue is in Uji City, not Kyoto City.

Dates

Nov 23 (Mon)

Hours

09:30 – 15:00

Venue

Shinka-ji Temple, Kinko Benzaiten Shaka Hall

Nearest station

Iseda

Admission

Check the official website for prices

About this event

The tenth Kokohana Marche takes place at Shingaji Temple's Shakado Hall in Uji, alongside the temple festival. There will be 22 stalls, including seven first-time participants. Activities include ¥100 crafts, ring toss, lucky draws and workshops making Christmas wreaths or lace accessories. Food offerings include rice balls, crepes and waffles. Balloon-art gifts and dance performances are also planned. With hands-on activities, snacks and entertainment, the event is particularly suited to families. Note that the venue is in Uji City, outside the administrative boundaries of Kyoto City.

Highlights

• 22 stalls, including seven newcomers
• ¥100 crafts and creative workshops
• Rice balls, crepes and waffles
• Balloon art and dance performances

Good for

Families, craft enthusiasts and visitors seeking a community market in Uji

Good to know before you go

• The ¥100 price applies to a craft activity, not overall admission
• Food and other workshop prices should be checked separately

Pochikichi's story corner

Crafts and Community Gatherings at a Temple in Uji

Shingaji Kongobenzaiten is a temple in the Shinmei district of Uji, south of Kyoto City. The market takes place in its Shakado Hall alongside a temple festival.

Kokohana Marche has reached its tenth edition. The organizers announce 22 participating stalls, seven of which are joining for the first time.

The program includes simple crafts, ring toss, lucky draws, wreath-making and accessory workshops. Food stalls, balloon art and dance performances add further variety.

By bringing a community market together with a temple festival, the organizers create a shared space for worshippers, residents and families. It is an example of a religious venue also serving as a neighborhood gathering place.

Sources: Kokohana Marche organizer Instagram announcement (Japanese, supplied caption)

FAQ

What is 10th Kokohana Marche at Shinka-ji Temple?

The tenth Kokohana Marche takes place at Shingaji Temple's Shakado Hall in Uji, alongside the temple festival. There will be 22 stalls, including seven first-time participants. Activities include ¥100 crafts, ring toss, lucky draws and workshops making Christmas wreaths or lace accessories. Food offerings include rice balls, crepes and waffles. Balloon-art gifts and dance performances are also planned. With hands-on activities, snacks and entertainment, the event is particularly suited to families. Note that the venue is in Uji City, outside the administrative boundaries of Kyoto City.

When is 10th Kokohana Marche at Shinka-ji Temple?

On Nov 23 (Mon), 2026.

What are the opening hours?

09:30 – 15:00

How much does it cost?

Check the official website for prices

Where is it and what is the nearest station?

Shinka-ji Temple, Kinko Benzaiten Shaka Hall. The nearest station is Iseda.

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