About this event
A market gathering self-published handmade books (zines) and miscellaneous goods, the "2nd Hajimete-zukuri Market" will be held on Sunday, November 22, 2026, in Asaka City, Saitama Prefecture. The venue is Asaka City Sangyo Bunka Center, and the hours are from 11:00 to 16:00. Admission is free and no advance reservation is required. At the venue, a variety of goods filled with creators' passion will be lined up, including zines, essays, photo books, manga, and illustration works, as well as accessories, paper goods, ceramics, and fabric items. There will be over 50 vendor groups, and one of the attractions is being able to ask creators directly about their works. Sample book corners and rest areas are also provided at the venue, making it easy to drop by and enjoy. Furthermore, the "Asaka Book Tour Market" will be held on the same day at CHIENOWA BASE near Asaka Station, which can be enjoyed together. At the venue, maps introducing general stores, bookstores, and eateries in Asaka City will also be distributed. As a visitor gift, an original notebook will be distributed to those who answer a survey on a first-come, first-served basis (until supplies last).
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Asaka City Sangyo Bunka Center
669-1 Hamasaki, Asaka, Saitama 351-0033
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