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Anniversary Flyer (Front)

An anniversary event for the [Kyoto Central Market], which is celebrating its 98th anniversary this year, will be held at the [Ajiwai-kan]

December 6, 2025 (Sat) – December 7, 2025 (Sun)
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Kyoto Food Culture Museum / Ajiwaikan

On Saturday, December 6, and Sunday, December 7, 2025, an anniversary event celebrating the 98th anniversary of the [Kyoto Central Market] will be held at the [Kyoto Food Culture Museum: Ajiwai-kan] (Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture). Admission is free, and the event is designed to let visitors fully experience the market’s charm through seasonal ingredients and hands-on activities.

■ Saturday, December 6
We’re serving “Atumeshi,” a local dish made with yellowtail delivered the same day from Oita Prefecture, for 300 yen per serving. Enjoy this authentic winter flavor right here in Kyoto. (Starting at 10:00 a.m. on the day of the event)
*Limited quantities available; takeout not available.

Image of Atsumeshi

◾️Sunday, December 7
There's a whole lineup of events that dessert lovers won't be able to resist.
In addition to a selection of limited-edition desserts and breads made with generous amounts of “Hakata Amaou” strawberries—known for their rich sweetness—(available starting at 10:00 a.m. on the day of the event), there will also be a hands-on parfait-making workshop using fresh fruit from the market. (Sessions start at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.; capacity is 32 people per session.)

Also, don't miss the special sale where you can enjoy chirashi sushi worth 2,000 yen for just 1,000 yen per serving. (Starting at 12:00 p.m. on the day of the event)
*Available while supplies last; takeout not available.

Photos of Cakes and Bread
Photo of Seafood Chirashi Sushi

◾️There’s also a wide variety of programs you can enjoy on both days
The lineup features a variety of “food and hands-on activities” that the whole family can enjoy, including a chopstick-making workshop, a grab-bag game with dried baby sardines and throat lozenges, and the sale of freshly squeezed orange juice and seasonal tasting sets. In addition, there will be a grand raffle with luxurious prizes and a badge-making workshop—a favorite among children—so the venue is sure to be bustling all day long.

Why not take a break before the end of the year and enjoy a leisurely two-day event at [Ajiwai-kan] that lets you savor the flavors and seasons?

Kyoto Central Market Anniversary

  • Kyoto Chuo Market Anniversary
  • Kyoto Food Culture Museum / Ajiwaikan
  • December 6, 2025 (Sat) ~ December 7, 2025 (Sun) 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • free entrance
  • Phone: 075-321-8680 (8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; *Closed on Wednesdays)
    Fax: 075-321-8690
    E-MAIL/info@kyo-ajiwaikan.com
  • 3F Kyoto Produce Center, 130 Nakadōji Minamimachi, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • 3 minutes walk from JR Tambaguchi Station
    2 min. walk from the bus stop "Kyoto Research Park-mae".
  • Parking for 3 cars (free)
  • https://www.city.kyoto.lg.jp/sankan/page/0000347617.html
The information is subject to change. Please contact each store or facility directly for the latest information.
All prices include tax.
*If you notice any errors in the content or information about store closures, please let us know at info@leafkyoto.co.jp.
*Since this site uses automatic translation, the translation may differ from the original Japanese content.

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