Lalala Open Bison 2026

Dates & time: November 21, 2026 (Sat) 10:30 to around 18:00
cost: Free entry
Venue & access: Bison, Umemoto-cho, Hyogo Ward, Kobe The venue is in Umemoto-cho, Hyogo Ward, Kobe. The announcement does not give a street address or directions from the nearest station.

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Why You Should Visit

Once a year, Bison — a village that has grown in Umemoto-cho, Hyogo Ward, by taking over derelict empty houses one at a time — opens up entirely for a one-day celebration. The hamlet mixes studios, homes, galleries, a shared tea room, an artist residency and a coworking space, and artists from around the world live here as villagers. There are guided Bison tours on the day and stallholders from all over Japan. Entry is free and it goes ahead rain or shine — a good pick if you'd like to walk through a neighbourhood being rebuilt by hand.

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Highlights for 2026

The former police dormitory "Asahi-ryo" and the area around Guesthouse Hirano
One more house has joined the village this year

On the day

Bison tours
Stallholders from around Japan
Works by Leon, the resident sculptor who drew this year's poster

※Announced to go ahead rain, wind or thunder

Hyogo Wadamisaki Culture Art Redevelopment Events Festivals

出典: 主催者Instagram（@openbison2026 の告知投稿）

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FAQ

Is the village open every week or month?

No — it's billed as a celebration held on just one day a year. In 2026 that's Saturday 21 November, from 10:30 to around 18:00.

Does it go ahead if it rains?

Yes — the organisers say it goes ahead in rain, wind or even thunder.

Is there an admission fee?

Entry is free. Food and shopping at the stalls are priced by each stall.

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