Kawaii Flea Market

Taking place either in Nakano or Ikebukuro, this small flea market is punted at the ladies, though, in our experience, can be a good time for all genders. Check it out for previously-loved clothing, crafts, antiques and all sorts of other cool and “cute” stuff.

Note: These markets, especially the Nakano-Sakaue version, can be really quiet and underwhelming. As this one doesn’t always get much traffic, things might wrap up early.

On its better days, the market features stalls by independent artists and craftspeople, or live performances. It might not be worth going all the way out to Nakanosakaue for it, but if you are in the area, swing by.

October 6th: Nakano-Sakaue Sunbright Twin Building
October 19th: Ikebukuro Sunshine City
October 20th: Nakano-Sakaue Sunbright Twin Building

November 3rd: Nakano-Sakaue Sunbright Twin Building
November 16th: Ikebukuro Sunshine City
November 17th: Nakano-Sakaue Sunbright Twin Building

December 1st: Nakano-Sakaue Sunbright Twin Building
December 15th: Nakano-Sakaue Sunbright Twin Building

(Carey Finn)