YOKIMONO JAPANESE CHRISTMAS MARKET
in DALSTON
Experience an array of traditional and modern Japanese arts, crafts, delicious cuisine, and authentic holiday gifts!
YOKIMONO (よきもの, translating to 'good things' in Japanese) Market is a vibrant cultural gathering in East London, celebrating Japanese culture. It features a selection of exquisite items from Japanese food and sweets to vintage kimonos, ceramics, stationery, clothing, and jewelry, all crafted in Japan or by Japanese artisans based in London. In addition to numerous market stalls, guests can enjoy live performances by Japanese musicians, engaging demonstrations of Furoshiki, Kimono, Ukiyoe, a Tea Ceremony, and even Kokedama Bonsai making.
FREE ENTRY & FAMILY FRIENDLY.
Date & Time:
FRI. 6th DECEMBER 2024, 12pm-7pm
Sat 7th DECEMBER 2024, 11am-6pm
Sun 8th DECEMBER 2024, 11am-6pm
📍Location: THE FACTORY 21-31 Shacklewell Lane, Dalston, London E8 2DA
🐶 Dogs on a lead are also welcome.
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< LIVE PERFORMANCES, DEMONSTRATIONS & WORKSHOPS * >
DAY 1 / 6th DECEMBER (FRI) 12 noon -7pm
12 noon: KOKEDAMA Bonsai Making Workshop (by Tranquil Plants) *Pre-booking required
1.30pm: HIDÈ TAKEMOTO (Guitarist Live Performance)
3pm: ZASHIKI WARASHI (Japanese Taiko Drum & Flute Live Performance)
4.30pm: HIDÈ TAKEMOTO (Guitarist Live Performance)
6pm: ZASHIKI WARASHI (Japanese Taiko Drum & Flute Live Performance)
DAY 2 / 7th DECEMBER (SAT) 11am - 6pm
12:30pm: HIBIKI ICHIKAWA & AKARI MOCHIZUKI (Tsugaru Shamisen & Minyo Folk Songs Live Performance)
2pm: SOGETSU IKEBANA Flower Arrangement Workshop by Tara Khan
**Pre-booking required
3.30pm: HIBIKI ICHIKAWA & AKARI MOCHIZUKI (Tsugaru Shamisen & Minyo Folk Songs Live Performance)
4.30pm: FUROSHIKI Eco Wrap Cloth Demonstration (by Tamakurya)
DAY 3 / 8th DECEMBER (SUN) 11am - 6pm
12 noon: NOH DANCE PERFORMANCE (by Matsu no Hana)
1pm: KIMONO Talk & Demo (YuHana, Dr. Calorin Becke & Furuki Yo-Kimono Vintage)
2.30pm: UKIYOE Talk: Symbolism in Japanese Art (by Ezen Japan)
3.30pm: NOH DANCE PERFORMANCE (by Matsu no Hana)
4.30pm: WAGASHI Sweets Making Workshop (by Sakura Junction) **Pre-booking required
*The schedule for DAY 1, DAY 2, and DAY 3 are subject to change.
Fri. 6th: 12 noon: KOKEDAMA Bonsai Making Workshop
Sat. 7th 2pm: SOGETSU IKEBANA Flower Arrangement Workshop
Sun. 8th 4.30pm: WAGASHI Sweets Making Workshop (by Sakura Junction)
Market stalls include:
Savoury & Hot Food:
Drumsco (Sushi), HIDEN (Takoyaki), Okonomi Heads (Okonomiyaki), Samurai Curry Rice (Japanese Curry), Otabé (Bento boxes), Zen Musubi (Rice Balls), Onigiri Yamada (Rice Balls), Kanazawa Curry Bread (Sunday only)
Tokyo Bakery (Wagashi), SAKURA JUNCTION (Traditional sweets), KICHIYA (Japanese Cakes), Gu Choki Pan (Japanese Bakery), Nanaka (Fruit Mochi)
Tencha (Tea), Akitchen (Fermented Foods)
Ceramics: Reiko Kaneko, Ikuko Iwamoto, Kaoru Pottery, 705xclay, Nyanko Pots
Fashion accessories & Lifestyle Goods : ki:ts, Wagumi, 3rd Diadem, Nimi Projects, Hanamizuki London
Jewellery: Momocreatura, Kei Tominaga, Onomatopée, Mystic Forms, Sieces Glass
Illustrations & Paintings: Saki, Natsko Seki, Takako Copeland, Yasumi Kato
Ukiyoe & Old Woodblock Print Products: Ezen, Edo Art
Furoshiki Eco Cloth: Tamakurya Boutique
Japanese Books, Paper Craft & Stationery: Sato Hisao, JP Books, Connyz Japan, Caravan, Sachiyo Nichimura
Clothing: Kaori Yastumoto, Wondrous Theatre, Amamama, Kimonodego with Sujaku
Bonsai Plants: Tranquil Plants
*This list will be updated prior to the market.
YOKIMONO JAPANESE MARKET is organized by FURUKI YO-KIMONO, a vintage kimono shop located within the venue.
Excitement builds for the anticipated gatherings.
YOKIMONO JAPANESE MARKET
Instagram: @yokimono_japanese_market
Facebook: @yokimonojapanesemarket
Wheelchair access is available. THE FACTORY is step-free. A universal toilet is located near the entrance. Friendly dogs on a lead are welcome.