Toshi-no-Se Market (Takayama Jinya-mae Morning Market)

About this event

A year-end tradition of Hida Takayama, the 'Toshi-no-Se Ichi' (Year-End Market) features essentials for the New Year such as pine decorations (matsu-kazari), sacred shimenawa ropes, and flower rice cakes (hanamochi), bustling with people seeking auspicious items. Handcrafted lucky goods made with great care by local farmers are sold, and lively exchanges between sellers and buyers are among the highlights. Energetic scenes unfold, such as using large pine branches for pine decorations and searching for even larger pine trees. This market has become an important traditional event adding color to New Year preparations in Hida.

Venue

Jinya-mae Morning Market

1-5 Hachikenmachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0012