Rappappa Night 2026

Dates & time: September 26, 2026 (Sat) 16:00–20:00
cost: Free admission (food and drinks sold at each stall)
Venue & access: Minatogawa Park Direct from Minatogawa Station (Kobe Kosoku Line) and Shintetsu-Minatogawa Station (Kobe Electric Railway). About 3-min walk from Shinkaichi Station

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Why You Should Visit

Now in its third year, this evening event unfolds in Minatogawa Park from late afternoon into the night. The mood shifts completely from the daytime handmade market as select eateries from the Minatogawa area and wider Kobe gather here. Enjoy good food and drink and live music while relaxing in the park under the evening sky — an easygoing Kobe autumn night that's open to adults and children alike, perfect on the way home or during a stroll.

Participating Shops

Shop List & Map

Vendor list for the Sep 26 edition.

NOTE

Sep 26 moved indoors

Due to the weather, the event moves from Minatogawa Park to an indoor venue (announced by the organiser the day before). Venue details will follow on the organiser's Instagram

About Rappappa Night

The evening edition of the Minatogawa Park Handmade Market, started in August 2024 — now in its third year
2026 dates: Jul 25 and Sep 26
An evening event in Minatogawa Park from 16:00 to 20:00
Select eateries from the Minatogawa area and wider Kobe gather
A relaxed atmosphere with music in the park at dusk

Also on this day

The daytime 'Minatogawa Park Handmade Market' runs in the same park from 11:00 to 16:00

Special stage

Before sunset: play songs by nursery-teacher songwriter Umachan (Asobokka)
Around sunset: ukulele, Tahitian dance and hula by Saori & Le'ale'a
In between: record sets by Minatogawa-based DJ mikio

Workshops

hatm. (wool felt)
Bring the bamboo lantern you made at the daytime Ogo Bamboo Project workshop

*Contents may change

Hyogo Wadamisaki Gourmet Craft Beer Sake Music Jazz Free Cheap

出典: 湊川公園手しごと市公式サイト／主催者Instagram

Kobe · Gluten-free

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FAQ

Is there an admission fee?

Admission is free. Food and drinks can be purchased at each stall.

Is there a daytime event too?

Yes. The 'Minatogawa Park Handmade Market' is held in the same park from 11:00 to 16:00 on the same day. See its dedicated page for details.

Is it held in the rain?

It may change or be cancelled depending on the weather. Check the official site or social media on the day.

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