Every winter, Fukuoka proudly hosts the largest Christmas market in Japan. This year, the Christmas Advent (previously known as the Fukuoka Christmas Market) is set to take place from November 1 (Friday) to December 25 (Wednesday), 2024. The event will feature various locations, including the JR Hakata Station Square and Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City.

If you are considering taking a trip during the Christmas season, Fukuoka and the surrounding area, although less known, have much to offer. Especially during Winter, you can also visit cities such as Nagasaki, famous for its Christmas town at Huis Ten Bosch. This winter, enjoy the Christmas season while traveling to Kyushu!

Christmas Advent has grown significantly since 2023, featuring around 150 vendors throughout the Fukuoka area. This festive event includes Christmas markets and vibrant light shows that extend from Hakata to Nakasu and Tenjin.

Under the theme Christmas that Resonates with the Five Senses, the event highlights light, sound, and art. Visitors can stroll through beautiful displays, enjoy music from classical to pop, and taste delicious food, creating a joyful holiday experience for everyone.

Christmas markets will fill the JR Hakata Station Square, Fukuoka City Hall West-side Interaction Square, and Fukuoka Daimaru Elgala Passage, featuring festive decorations and charming wooden huts or Hütten offering gourmet treats like hot wine and grilled sausages alongside other European Christmas specialty goods.

In 2024, the event will expand to include markets at Momochihama Seaside and near the Murasaki River in Kitakyushu. Each venue will sell unique mugs with Christmas designs, perfect for collectors.

The entire area will transform into a “belt of light” with stunning illuminations. Tenjin Central Park will showcase a Light Forest, while Nakasu Central Street and surrounding areas will create a magical streetscape known as “Nakasu Hikari no Advent.” A giant Santa Claus decoration and large-scale displays at Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City Square will complete this festive atmosphere.

–Fukuoka Christmas Market 2024–

Christmas Market in Hikari no Machi Hakata

Venue: JR Hakata Station Square

Dates: November 1 – December 25

Hours: Nov (Weekdays 16:45-23:00; Sat/Sun/Holidays 12:00-23:00), Dec (Daily 12:00-23:00)

Map: https://bit.ly/4eRziUB

Tenjin Christmas Market

Venue: Fureai Plaza on the west side of Fukuoka City Hall

Dates: November 16 – December 25

Hours: (Weekdays 17:00-23:00; Sat/Sun/Holidays 12:00-23:00)
Note: Closed Nov 23-24 for Hakata Jomon Market.

Map: http://bit.ly/3Oh478I

Christmas Market in Passage

Venue: Daimaru Fukuoka Elgara Passage Plaza

Dates: November 15 – December 25

Hours: (Weekdays 16:00-21:00; Sat/Sun/Holidays 12:00-21:00)

Map: http://bit.ly/3gj4Qtn

Christmas Market Ice World in Momochihama

Venue: Seaside Momochi Ice Skating Park

Dates: November 29 – December 25

Hours: 11:00-21:00

Map: https://bit.ly/3NB43ku

Kokura Christmas Market & Castle

Venue: Near Murasaki River, Funaba Square

Dates: November 22 – December 25

Hours: 17:00-22:00

Nakas Hikarino Advent

Venue: Nakasu Central Street, Nakagawa Street, Meiji Street, Fukuhaku Dai Bridge

Dates: November 1 – January 6, 2025

Lighting Hours: 17:00-25:00

Light Forest

Venue: Tenjin Central Park

Dates: November 14 – December 25
Illuminations until January 6, 2025

Hours: (Weekdays 17:00-22:00; Illuminations until 24:00; Sat/Sun/Holidays 12:00-22:00)

Map: http://bit.ly/3hXXM5N

FESTA de SANTA

Venue: Kikiinkan Front Square

Dates: November 13 – December 25

Hours: (Weekdays 17:00-22:00; Sat/Sun/Holidays 12:00-22:00)

Map: https://bit.ly/3tNHAKE

Christmas Gate Park in Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City

Venue: Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City

Dates: November 15 – December 25

Hours: (Weekdays 17:00-22:00; Sat/Sun/Holidays 12:00-22:00)

Map: https://bit.ly/3FzRnGt

Official Website: https://christmas-advent.jp/

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