Miyagawa Morning Market
Miyagawa Morning Market is one of Japan's oldest and largest morning markets, stretching 350m along the Miyagawa River. Around 60 vendors sell fresh local produce, pickled vegetables, fruits, and traditional crafts. River-side stalls sell agricultural products, while shops across offer Japanese sweets and souvenirs like Sarubobo dolls and Ichii-Ittobori wood carvings. The market atmosphere captures traditional Japanese daily life. Best time to arrive is before 8:30 for the liveliest experience. In winter (December-March) the market opens at 8:00 instead of 7:00. The number of stalls varies by weather, with fewer vendors in rain or harsh winter conditions.