Paper Plate Cafeteria at Nada Central Market 2026

Why You Should Visit

A food event at Nada Central Market built around the idea of wandering the stalls to assemble your own plate. Buy small portions of deli dishes and ingredients from the market's shops, then arrange them on a paper plate to create an original meal. It's a hands-on way to taste local flavors bit by bit while soaking up the atmosphere of an old-school shopping arcade — great for families, with paper plates free for kids.

Essentials

location

Nada Central Market

period

July 25, 2026 (Sat)

Time

11:00–16:00

cost

Adults ¥100 (paper plate and chopsticks); children free. Free for adults too if you bring your own dish. Ingredients purchased separately at each shop.

Links

Official Website

Kobe · Gluten-free

Basque cheesecakeBaked with rice flour, no wheat. Whole 12cm, serves 2-3¥4,700 incl. shipping (Japan only)

access

About a 10-min walk east from Hankyu Oji-koen Station, or 8 min north from JR Maya Station. Right by the 'Suidosuji 3-chome' city bus stop. No parking — use nearby coin lots.

There are 2 car parks within a 12-minute walk of Nada Central Market. The map shows each with its walking time.

Facility data comes from OpenStreetMap. It does not include opening hours, fees or availability.

NOTE

How it works

Buy small portions of deli dishes and ingredients from shops around the market
Arrange them on your paper plate to complete an original meal

※Participating shops and the full day's program will be announced soon on the official site.

FAQ

Do I need a reservation?

No reservation needed — just show up. Grab a paper plate at the market entrance to get started.

Is it good for families with kids?

Yes — paper plates are free for children, and picking ingredients around the market is a fun activity for families.

How does payment work?

Adults pay ¥100 for a paper plate (free for kids), and ingredients are bought at each shop as you go. Bring your own dish and the plate fee is waived for adults too.

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