OKAZAKI MARKET+

This market lets visitors experience the crossover of art, science, and technology through the things that are familiar to us from everyday life. Along with shops selling specialty books, food and coffee, and other items, a wide range of programs are available, including accessible lectures and exhibition as well as talks to empower people to get through the COVID-19 pandemic.

The events are subject to change or may be canceled due to weather, the pandemic, and other unforeseen circumstances. Please check the festival website for the latest information.

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Dates

Saturday, December 25, Sunday, December 26, 2021 / 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
The related event “Gourmet Travels Market in Okazaki－Special Christmas Edition” is held on December 24 and December 25.

Venues

ROHM Theatre Kyoto Promenade〈North side〉, Okazaki Park, and more

Availability

Open to all (some programs only for participants of elementary school age and above)

Tickets

Free

In cooperation with

Oishii Tabino Market Executive Committee, Kyoto Municipal Science Center For Youth, Kyoto City Zoo, Executive Committee for Kyoto Heian Antique Market

OKAZAKI MARKET+ Events

Participatory Program: Garden of New Creatures Bringing Happiness

Participants imagine and draw “a new creature that brings happiness,” and then scan their illustration with a digital device to create a garden on the display where these new creatures come together. The program also includes mini lectures by art and science experts, and responses to questions collected in advance.

Drawing and Exhibition
Dates; Saturday, December 25, Sunday, December 26, 2021 / 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Mini Lectures: Dates and further details here (Japanese only).
(priority seating for mini lectures to reservations)
Venue: ROHM Theatre Kyoto Promenade〈North side〉
Availability: Open to all
Tickets: Free
Reservations: Not required (priority seating for mini lectures to reservations)

Talk Program: Discovering Hints (three sessions)

This is a series of talks by artists and experts in various fields on the theme of how humanity has encountered and dealt with the pandemic, and changed the era and our lifestyle.

Dates
1) Saturday, December 25, 2021 / 10:30 a.m.–11:50 a.m.
2) Saturday, December 25, 2021 / 2 p.m.–4 p.m.
3) Sunday, December 26, 2021 / 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Venue: ROHM Theatre Kyoto ROHM Park Plaza 3F Lobby
Availability: Open to all
Tickets: Free
Reservation: Priority seating to reservations
Reservation Form: here

KYOTO ART BOOK MARKET 2021.12

The market brings together unique bookstores as well as shops selling specialty food. Workshops where participants can learn and try the work of artisans are also held as part of the market.

Dates: Sunday, December 26, 2021 / 10:00 a.m.– 4 p.m.
Venue: ROHM Theatre Kyoto, Open space (Nijo-dori side, east side), and more
Planned by Culture Convenience Club Company, Limited

Related Event: “Gourmet Travels Market in Okazaki－Special Christmas Edition”

Featuring popular cafes and stores selling coffee, sweets, and crafts! This market is packed with tasty food, pretty things, and encounters with people.

Dates: Sunday, December 24, Saturday, December 25, 2021 / 11:30 a.m.- 6:30 p.m.
Venue: Okazaki Park
Organized by Oishii Tabino Market Executive Committee