Top 20 Flea Markets in Tokyo
Looking for the best flea markets in tokyo? You came to the right place! In Asia, the buying and selling of all kinds of products through the classic street markets continues to be a tradition. Japan is no exception.
As in the big capitals of other countries such as China, South Korea, Thailand or Vietnam, there are multiple markets in Tokyo that you can't miss if you want to fully immerse yourself in Japanese culture.
From the classic food markets to do the weekly shopping or find the best fresh fish, to street markets where you can buy ceramics, kimonos, katanas and many valuable old pieces.
If you have the opportunity to run into one during your trip to Japan, do not miss the opportunity! We have compiled the most popular flea markets in tokyo that you should include in your Tokyo shopping itinerary.
Pick your favorites and take a look around enjoy the atmosphere and make yourself with some other bargain. And at the end of the article we have prepared a interactive map with all locations!
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How are the markets in Japan?
The concept of the Japanese market is not very different from the typical flea market that we know in the West. distributed by the whole city of tokyoeach day of the week you have at your disposal charming markets for shopping of any type of product you want.
With how big the capital of Japan is, it is not surprising that there are always several markets that coincide in the many neighborhoods. A gathering place for merchants and shoppers, the Japanese love to hang out and keep up their old ways strolling and tasting the exquisite gastronomy of the country.
as it happens in other big japanese citiesTokyo's flea markets vary in the theme of the products they have for sale.
In the largest you will find everything. but there are some small markets that are famous among bargain hunters for selling fashion, pieces of art or antiques.
If you have visited Asian markets like the ones in Bali, Bangkok, or the great markets of Beijing, you may be used to haggling. Street markets in Japan don't work like that at all.
It is possible to lower the price a little depending on what each product marks. But nevertheless, it is not appropriate to haggle too muchsince almost everything you will find are bargains, and they have a very tight price.
The best markets in Tokyo that you cannot miss
Tokyo is the dream of any flea market lover. In every corner of the big city and its many neighborhoods you will come across markets of any theme.
For example, to buy souvenirsfashion, buy a katanatry exotic food, or get hold of rare antiques at low prices.
Let's see the best flea markets in Tokyo divided by themes. According to the products that are most worth buying in each of them, these are the best markets in the capital that you should visit:
flea markets
Of the English word 'flea market', or 'flea market'in Japanese this type of street market is known as furimaketto. They are very typical throughout the country, both in the big cities and in the most remote villages, since second-hand sales are very popular in Japan.
These markets became very fashionable in the post-war period, giving rise to the concept of mottainaiwhich gives a second life to things that are no longer useful to some, but are still new.
Recycling and reuse of clothes and objects is characteristic of Japan, and shopping can be very profitable in second hand markets.
Yoyogi Park Flea Market
In Yoyogi Park, very near Harajuku's famous Takeshita dorione of the best second-hand markets in the capital is held on the vast majority of Sundays of the month.
It lasts all morning and part of the dayconcentrating hundreds of stalls of all kinds where you can find old objects at a very good price.
This is one of the oldest flea markets in tokyo which is still celebrated today. Although it has lost a lot in recent decades, young people love to go there to find bargains on clothes and collectibles.
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Chuo Shinjuku Park Flea Market
Just next to the famous Tokyo Metropolitan Government building Chuo Park is where a large flea market is held once a month.
in full shinjuku neighborhoodthere are many interested parties who come here to sell their objects and buy the most valuable vintage items.
The great advantage is that the positions are manyand the prices you will find in them do not need to be haggled.
You have at your disposal best quality vintage items with greater discounts than other markets, in a super pleasant environment to spend the whole morning buying and tasting local food.
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Akihabara Flea Market
Every Sunday and some holidays, it is mounted near the JR Akihabara Stationin front of the UDX building, a large temporary market where thousands of young collectors gather.
This market is otaku's paradise in the area, where you can buy manga comics, games and old consoles, figures and multiple merchandising objects of your favorite anime series.
With prices lower than most thrift stores, it's one of the cheapest markets in Tokyo to take home a nice memory of your trip to Japan.
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Shinagawa Intercity Flea Market
Another of the most interesting flea markets that is held every sunday under roof It's the one at Shinagawa Station.
You will find it next to Intercity complex and also inside the stationknown as the largest bazaar Tokyo for second hand shopping.
You can find all kinds of items like in the rest of Japanese markets. From used clothing, vintage pieces, bags and luxury pieces, electronics, toys, to second-hand things from leftovers from different stores.
To get the best price, take a tour of this flea market in Japan because you will always find news that are very worth it.
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Vintage clothing markets
One of the Japanese youth favorite shopping in Tokyo markets it is second-hand clothes. In the vast majority of markets there is a stall specializing in vintage clothing, as well as old traditional items.
The great advantage of second-hand things in Japan is that they are in perfect condition. The Japanese take great care of their clothes, and if you're lucky, you'll find luxury clothing, footwear, bags and accessories brand new for a few yen.
Aoyama Koichi Old Market
One of the second-hand markets where you can find a greater variety of clothes is Aoyama. Focuses on selling antiquesbut it is well worth it to buy textiles and fashion.
Very few stalls are set up weekly, although it can be very advantageous for buyers. You won't spend too much time look for clothing bargainsand it's possible to haggle because vendors need to get rid of items.
There's also books, crafts and decorative objects at irresistible prices. It takes place the second and fourth Saturday and Sunday of each month. In this area, the 'Aoyama Farmers Market' for food is recommended.
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Tokyo City Flea Market
This peculiar used clothing market is located in the parking lot of the Oikeibajo racetrack. It's been done since 1996 in the Japanese capital.
You'll find over 600 vendors selling clothe, accesories (watches, bags, belts...) and second-hand shoes.
Admission is free and takes place every Saturday and Sunday from 9 in the morning until 3 in the afternoon, approximately.
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Furugi-Festival
Many Sundays of the month, although not all, a festival dedicated to buying and selling second-hand clothes. You will find it near the Nerima station, in the morning on Saturdays and Sundays.
To access the venue you have to pay a small ticket of 300 yen. If you are willing to buy clothes, it is well worth it because the best bargains are inside.
Second-hand brand clothing and vintage pieceswith the biggest discounts in the entire capital, and an exceptional atmosphere with shows, restaurants and cafes to spend the day.
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Jumbo Flea Market at Tokyo Dome
Jumbo is a well-known Japanese market in the city of Tokyo that brings together thousands of sellers and buyers from all over Japan.
Is celebrated several times a year, on designated datesinside the Tokyo Dome complex for the comfort of all visitors, even if the weather outside is not conducive.
Like other second-hand markets in Japan, there are all kinds of stalls. It is well worth searching through the toys, collectibles and antique decoration pieces.
But above all, vintage clothing stands out, such as cotton and silk kimonos and yukatas of the best quality at a ridiculous price.
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antique markets
Unlike the antique markets of other countries, where worn and broken objects abound, in Japan you will find parts in very good conditionand even totally new with very low prices.
In Japan they have the habit of selling everything they no longer use, instead of storing them taking up precious space in their home. Especially in big cities like Tokyo antique markets are a hit to buy different items.
Setagaya Boroichi
Once a year, a large winter market is held on Boroichi Dori that has more than 400 years old.
According to the history of the city, it is estimated that it was the first flea market in the countrywhich today is still active maintaining its essence.
Throughout the market there antique clothing, electronicsdecoration, jewelry and books, among many options.
The market lasts all day, but is celebrated only twice a year, in December and in January, so it is recommended to plan your visit in advance. Surely you will not leave there empty handed!
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Oedo Market
Another highly recommended antique market is the Oedo market, near tokyo station. It is a small but very interesting open-air market, held on the first and third Sunday of each month.
The pieces of greatest interest in the Oedo market are the traditional second-hand kitchenwareamong which are completely new vintage-style porcelain pieces.
You'll also find silk kimonos for a few yen, and unique japanese retro pieces in its kind that is not in any other physical second-hand store.
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Heiwajima Antique Fair
The Haiwajima Antiques Fair is an event that It is held exclusively 5 times a year for 3 days, in different months. Entrance is free.
It takes place at the Tokyo Distribution Center, where they meet over 300 vendor stalls experts in traditional second-hand items. The occasion is well worth a visit, because the prices are unbeatable.
You have at your disposal unique pieces of glassware, crockery, porcelain, wooden chopsticks, Japanese knives, furniture, works of art, traditional clothing, jewelry and items of great historical valuewhich antique collectors scramble for the best bargain.
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Markets in shrines and temples
Traditionally, Japanese markets have always been held around the temples and shrines.
Place of purchase and sale for thousands of people, it is still common for some of the most famous flea markets concentrate in these areas.
One of the advantages that the markets of the sanctuaries offer is that they have the super low prices.
The faithful usually make donations of objects of all kinds that are put up for sale to obtain economic benefit and then invest it in the sanctuary maintenance. What better way to collaborate by buying!
Nogi Shrine Flea Market
Once a month, Nogi-jinja Shrine hosts one of the most popular flea markets among Japanese and foreigners. Take advantage of the last Sunday of the month to approach this area between Roppongi and Asakasa neighborhoods.
Between 20 and 40 vendors They are the ones that usually settle in this market, offering all kinds of items at very low prices.
If you're lucky, you'll find Japanese traditional objects of great cultural and historical valuevery cheap brand name clothes in perfect condition, or a nice souvenir of your visit to Japan for a few yen.
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Yasukuni Shrine Flea Market
Adjacent to the Imperial Palace is the Yasukuni Shrine, which contains a historical complex of great importance, commemorating the victims of the war.
It is here that once a month, randomly, several street vendor stalls gather with authentic jewelry for antique hunters.
The ceramic and glass pieces, household items, silk kimonos and japanese traditional toys.
The vast majority of items are second-hand. taken from old storage rooms or old warehousesbut which are in perfect condition and may have decades of history behind them.
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Machida Tenmangu Shrine Flea Market
Something more crowded is the market held in the Machida Tenmangu Shrinewith more than 120 vendors meeting on site once a month.
The monthly fair attracts many curious people, although at the moment it is not a well-known market among foreigners. If you want to be one of the privileged, do not miss the appointment on the 1st of each month.
Except in January and November, coinciding with major festivities, vendors come without fail to put second-hand clothes for sale with little use, ancient kimonos, crockery, and any typical Japanese object that you can imagine with a super cheap price.
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Hanazono Jinja Shrine Antiques Fair
Another of the most famous markets in Tokyo is the one that you can enjoy every sunday at Hanazono-jinja Shrine in Shinjuku.
It is a small antiques fair with a few stalls selling books, clothes, trinkets and historical objects, with very low prices and high quality.
The visit to the sanctuary itself is worth it alone, and even more so if you do it on the day the flea market is held. Known to the Japanese as 'The Guardian of Shinjuku'the building has a unique architecture that you should know.
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Tomioka Hachimangu Flea Market
On the first and second Sunday of every month, Tokyo's Tomioka Hachiman-gu Shrine sets up stalls throughout the grounds to sell typical Japanese crafts and antiques.
This shrine is famous for the sumo wrestling held every year, and also for its impressive market. You can not lose this!
It's about a 17th century sanctuary of great historical value, which occupies several hectares and has impressive wooden buildings.
Take the opportunity to visit it on a Sunday, since from early in the morning until sunset, you can buy collectibles, among which are the 19th century Japanese postcards and stamps.
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Gokokuji Temple Flea Market
Another of the temples, on this occasion visited by the faithful Buddhists, boasting great beauty and a very famous flea marketis the Gokoku-ji.
The main buildings of the temple date from the 17th century, and it is one of the few to have survived earthquakesnatural disasters and the bombings of the Second World War that have occurred in the capital in recent centuries.
The flea market It's not too big, but it is interesting. Between about 20 and 40 seats they congregate the second Saturday of each month, occupying the whole morning and until past noon.
The vendors have a reputation for being very friendly, and if you make friends with them, you can take traditional souvenirs for very little moneyhaggling over them or doing a 2×1.
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food markets
Although in the vast majority of markets in Tokyo there are usually a large number of food stalls, another much more interesting alternative for foodie tourists are the markets that only focus on gastronomy.
Throughout Japan, and more specifically in the neighborhoods of the Japanese capital, there are food markets that are filled daily with buyers, supplying homes and restaurants with fresh quality productsand visitors with freshly prepared dishes that are exquisite.
Don't miss out on our blog either, what are the most typical dishes of the city of Tokyoyou will be surprised!
Tsukiji Market
One of the most famous markets in Tokyo for its fresh food products It's of Tsukiji Outer Market.
Famous for the fish market and the sale of the big tunait is possible to buy food at retail, and even try delicious snacks while you take a walk among the thousands of stalls.
The market is held daily, from Monday to Sunday, within the same enclosure. It is made up of dozens of corridors between which are divided the retailers and the restaurants that are They source directly from fresh local produce.
typical is try the fresh sushi first thing in the morning. But if you also want to take home a gastronomic souvenir, food prices are much cheaper here than in most supermarkets.
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Shibuya Romance Flea Market
In Shibuya's Garden Tower, one weekend a month, young Japanese gather around one of the most modern and interesting markets of recent years.
He is known as the Tokyo Romantic Marketand by its name, you can imagine what the atmosphere is that you will find inside the park.
With more than 100 stalls of all kinds of objects, you will find for sale flowers, handicrafts, traditional toys, new and second-hand clothes, old trinkets, and many more. food stalls for all tastes already very low price.
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Hills Marche
We end our recommendation of the best flea markets in tokyo with one of our latest discoveries, the Hills Marché.
Located in the Roppongi areaevery Saturday they have an appointment at the ARK Hills a curious Western-style market, but with some of the most characteristic Asian touches.
The Japanese love to come here to experience first-hand the typical atmosphere of European and American markets.
Stand out the stalls of flowers, crafts and food staples, in addition to many restaurants and food stalls to have a delicious lunch while touring the entire area. Most charming!
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Map of all flea markets in Tokyo
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Take advantage of your trip to Japan to buy much cheaper in the hundreds of flea markets in Tokyo that you will find in every corner. The experience of attending alone is worth it! And the bargains you will find will seem incredible. Do not stay with the desire!
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