IBARAKI Ekimae Marche 2026｜9/12(Sat) Access & Fees

Dates & time: September 12, 2026 (Sat) 15:00–20:00
cost: Free admission
Venue & access: Ekimae BASE (Ibaraki Sky Palette, East Exit of JR Ibaraki Station) A 30-second walk from the East Exit of Ibaraki Station (JR Kyoto Line), on the station-front deck "Ibaraki Sky Palette".

There are 6 car parks within a 12-minute walk of Ekimae BASE (Ibaraki Sky Palette, East Exit of JR Ibaraki Station), and 3 public restrooms within 8 minutes. The map shows each with its walking time.

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Why You Should Visit

A monthly marche held on the second Saturday on the Ibaraki Sky Palette deck at the east exit of JR Ibaraki Station. The 34th edition on September 12, 2026 runs in the evening from 3pm to 8pm, adding festival game stalls to the usual food, goods and workshop booths, plus bon-odori dancing from 6pm and 7pm. An easy stop on the way home for all ages.

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Participating Shops

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What's on offer (34th edition, September)

Food & drink: local Ibaraki sake, house-brewed craft beer, crepe lasagna, rice-flour churros, chocolate and baked sweets, house-roasted coffee
Goods: handmade accessories, matryoshka dolls, yuzu-pepper paste, vegetables, eggs and yogurt
Experiences: body painting, foot care

Festival games

Bouncy-ball scooping and more

Bon-odori practice session

Sun Aug 30, 6–8pm at the Onikuru rehearsal room

Schedule

Held on the second Saturday of every month (hours vary by edition)

Bon-odori cooperation: Hoei-tsukai

*Held in light rain; cancelled in severe weather. Latest news on Instagram.

Market Marche Gourmet Family Free Cheap

出典: 主催者Instagram（いばらきスカイパレット｜えきまえBASE）

Kobe · Gluten-free

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FAQ

Is there an admission fee?

Admission is free. Food, goods and workshops are paid at each booth.

Is it held every month?

Yes, on the second Saturday of every month. Hours and contents vary, so check the official Instagram for the latest details.

Is it good for families with kids?

Yes — with festival games and bon-odori dancing, families are welcome.

What happens if it rains?

It goes ahead in light rain and is cancelled in severe weather. Check the official Instagram for the latest updates.