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✨ Shimai Tenjin – Year-End Traditional Market Experience ✨

Join us for a visit to Shimai Tenjin (終い天神), the final Tenjin market of the year, held at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine.
This special market has a history of over 1,000 years and marks the meaningful close of the year in Kyoto.

The market is filled with a festive, nostalgic atmosphere, featuring antiques, vintage clothing, handmade crafts, lucky charms, New Year decorations, and delicious local street food 🎍🛍️🍡
It’s a unique chance to experience Kyoto’s year-end traditions alongside locals.

As we walk through the market, we’ll enjoy casual conversation, light language exchange, and cultural insights, while soaking in the lively yet warm atmosphere together 😊

✨ Perfect for travelers and locals who want a relaxed, social, and seasonal experience.


📍 Meeting Point
In front of the supermarket スーパーフレスコ 北野天満宮店
(Details will be shared after you join.)

If you think you’ll be late, please contact me.

We’ll explore the market together for about 2–3 hours, at an easy and flexible pace.


⏰ Schedule
• 11:00 — Meet at in front of Supermarket
• 11:20 — Enter head to Shrine & start exploring
Browse antiques, crafts, and New Year items
Enjoy local food stalls and snacks
• 12:30 — Free time / casual chatting & photos
• 13:00 — Wrap up (feel free to leave anytime)


💰 Fee
• Participation: Free
• Food & drinks: at your own expense (cash recommended)

🕔 Duration: About 2–3 hours
🌏 Language: English & Japanese OK
✨ Beginner-friendly / Solo participants welcome

After that we can have lunch or grab a coffee ☕️🍴😊

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