2026 Mt. Maya Rucksack Market

Why You Should Visit

An open-air flea market held on the third Saturday of each month (April–November) at Kikuseidai on Mt. Maya, about 700m above Kobe. Anyone can take part with just a rucksack of goods — no stall fee, no advance sign-up, and bartering is welcome — giving it a relaxed, neighborly feel. Running since 2006, it's a long-loved local market, held alongside an "Acoustic Picnic" where people bring instruments. Cooler than the city below, it's a nice stop for hikers and families at the observatory famed for Kobe's night view.

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Essentials

location: Mt. Maya — Kikuseidai Observatory
period: July 18, 2026 (Sat)
Time: 11:00–16:00
cost: Free to enter and to take part (no stall fee)
Links: Official Website
Instagram
Where to stay nearby
access: Right by Hoshi-no-Eki Station on the Maya Ropeway (Maya View Line).
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NOTE: Cycle: third Saturday each month, April–November (next: July 18). Stalls: anyone can sell with just a rucksack of goods (no fee, no sign-up); bartering is welcome. Large tents are not allowed. Food sellers must apply at least 3 weeks in advance. Also held: an Acoustic Picnic — bring your own instrument, free to join. Cancelled in bad weather; check the official site or Instagram for the day's status.

出典: 摩耶山リュックサックマーケット公式サイト

FAQ

Do I need to sign up to sell?

General stalls need no sign-up or fee. Only food sellers must apply at least 3 weeks in advance.

Is it held in the rain?

It's cancelled in bad weather. Check the official site or Instagram for the day's status.

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