There was space at the bottom for visitors to sit. It was made out of soft, pillow-like material. Although it was the smallest market we’d seen so far, this one was probably my favorite. But we plan to visit again before the lights come down. Because we visited during the day, we missed out. Apparently, this area has a pretty impressive light display.
While walking through the streets to the market, Husband and I noticed the trees covered in lights. I want to go on record saying I won the day (fair and square, not just because it was my birthday)! As avid players of the “punch buggy game,” Husband and I made sure to call all the red vans we saw. And, as a bonus, it was in a covered outdoor space! This year’s sponsor was Volkswagen. The smallest we’d seen so far, it offered the biggest selection of handmade wares. Although it was a little hard to find, this market was probably my favorite. Roppongi Hills Christmas Market is probably one of the most well-known in the city (aside from Hibiya Park). I had read about this market on various blogs and newspapers, so when Husband and I were in Tokyo for my birthday festivities, we knew this was on our list. One local source says the wooden tree is 14 meters tall and comes straight from Germany! Although it was cold and a bit of a trek to go visit, this market lives up to the hype. The main attraction in this market is the large wooden Christmas tree erected near the center of the activity. The main tent area had a stage for live entertainment. While there were surprisingly few crafts, the food was great. Propane heat lamps offered spots to warm up. Thankfully, there were several tented areas with tables and chairs to sit and eat. If you went hungry, it was your own fault. There were loads of food stalls, including dessert. It was by far the biggest, and most crowded, of the markets we visited. We were told this is the only market in Japan sponsored by the German embassy. Husband and I, along with some friends, stopped by the Christmas Market in Hibiya Park one Saturday evening. I didn’t take nearly as many pictures here as I should have. I expected more in terms of handmade craft items, but there were only 2-3 stalls selling something other than ready-to-eat food. You’ll find similar food and drink offerings at most of the Christmas markets – beer, pretzels, cheese, sausage, glühwein, hot chocolate. There’s glühwein, also known as mulled wine, for sale along with handmade stollen. Husband found some German beer to drink, and on a later visit, I indulged in milk tea with tapioca balls. It has an ice rink, which is cute and fun, as well as the convenience of shopping at the warehouses. This was our first Christmas market, and we found it by accident while wandering around the city. German-style Huttes (huts) line both sides of the walk between the two warehouses. Here are some thoughts on the four markets we were able to visit this year.Īccording to its website, the market at Yokohama’s Red Brick Warehouse is in its 9 th year. We didn’t realize this at the start of the season, and it was a happy accident that we found our first one in Yokohama. Similar German-style markets are set up all over Japan. Housed in open-air stalls, vendors offer food, drink and sometimes crafts for sale. I’ve never been to Germany, and I had no idea such markets existed. Also called Christkindlmarkt (Christ child market), they usually start to pop up during the four weeks of Advent. One thing we didn’t expect to find was a variety of German-style Christmas markets.Ĭhristmas markets originated in Germany as early as the 14 th century. Instead of traveling to visit family and friends, we’ve been exploring the local sights and sounds. It’s not as cold here as I was expecting (although I know our time is coming). In some ways, it feels like a typical holiday season. I finished Husband’s gifts this week, and they’re ready to go under the tree. All our gifts to family and friends have been wrapped and mailed. Our house is decorated, including our first attempt at outside lights.
Night stand mazaika full#
It’s our first Christmas in Japan and things are in full swing. Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.
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