Flea Market
Shimai Kobo Flea Market
On 21st of every month a flea market takes place on the grounds of
To-ji Temple.
A wide range of goods are available here, often including traditional kimonos for a few hundred yen, valuable antiques, and delicious food.
The date of the flea market was chosen to commemorate the death of Kobo Daishi, the founder of Esoteric Buddhism. In particular, the New Year market (
Hatsu Kobo) in January and the Year-end market (Shimai Kobo) in December are famous Kyoto fixtures.
Shimai Tenjin Flea Market
Many stalls and booths sell goods ranging from used clothes and antiques to culinary delights. The New Year market (
Hatsu Tenjin) and year-end market (Shimai Tenjin) are particularly famous.
