Takanezawa Christmas Market 2026 & NOBUO Music Festa

About this event

Takanezawa Town in Tochigi Prefecture will host a major winter event featuring both "Takanezawa Christmas Market 2026" and "NOBUO Music Festa" simultaneously. Held on Sunday, December 6 at Chokkura Plaza and Creators Department by the east exit of JR Hoshakuji Station, this event offers delicious food, musical performances, Christmas goods, and more. Along with food/beverage stalls, merchandise, and workshops, Hiroshima okonomiyaki will be on sale at a Hiroshima product fair representing Nobuo's hometown. Scheduled highlights also include a "Transform into a Kid Stationmaster! Commemorative Photo Booth," an official shop for Nobuo Band and event merchandise, a symbolic Christmas tree, and a Christmas art performance by Michiko Motoki. Takanezawa Library will participate with a paid recycled book market and the "Book Mobile," and will also host "Takanezawa Library x Gojappe Band Storytime Play." At NOBUO Music Festa, visitors can enjoy live music performances by various artists, headlined by the local Takanezawa-based "Nobuo Band," along with fun programs such as a "Rock-Paper-Scissors Tournament for Takanezawa-Grown Tochigi no Hoshi Rice." The venue is divided into multiple themed areas featuring gourmet dishes, handmade crafts, local eateries, and PR booths for regional organizations. Admission is free.

Venue

Chokkura Plaza

2416 Hoshakuji, Takanezawa-machi, Shioya District, Tochigi 329-1233