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Oedo Antiques Market
Best time to visit
Arrive early when stalls open and crowds are smaller, giving first pick of the best items. Spring and autumn markets offer pleasant weather for browsing outdoors.
Budget tips
Entry usually requires a small fee, typically about ¥500 to ¥700 paid in cash; bring small bills since many stalls prefer cash. Try visiting near closing time for possible discounts on larger pieces.
Recommended for
Antique collectors, Interior designers, Vintage clothing hunters, Photography enthusiasts
Plan your visit
2-3 hours
About
Faits rapides: Expect to sift through hundreds of stalls full of lacquerware, kimono fabric, and vintage ceramics, with more than 200 dealers often setting up under tarps and tents. Regular visitors often arrive before dawn to score low-priced tea bowls or Edo-period curios, and bargaining is part of the pleasure.
Points forts: Listen for the clink of porcelain while moving between rows of low tables, more than 300 stalls sometimes squeezing into the venue so shoppers can find coffee-stained ukiyo-e prints for as little as ¥500. A quirky local custom sees experienced buyers fold a thin strip of paper into a tiny flag to mark items they plan to return to, and vendors will commonly hold that item for 10–15 minutes while negotiations continue.
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable shoes and dress for outdoor weather, markets can be extensive and exposed to sun or rain.
- Carry a tape measure and a sturdy bag so you can check fit and safely pack fragile purchases.
- Ask before photographing delicate items or vendors' displays, and keep bargaining polite and low-key.
- Go early for best selection, or arrive late if you want to negotiate lower prices on bulky items.
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