Gojome Morning Market: Tohoku's Oldest Morning Market Continuing 600 Years

Gojome Morning Market

Gojome Morning Market in Minami-Akita, Akita, is Tohoku's oldest morning market, continuing since the mid-Muromachi period (about 600 years ago). Held on dates containing 2, 5, or 7 each month, it is a lively space with local produce, wild vegetables, crafts, and regional food products.

Highlights

- Seasonal Produce: Freshly harvested vegetables and wild vegetables brought by local farmers - Homemade Foods: Local pickles, miso, dried vegetables, and more - Crafts: Items from local artisans and folk craft producers - Street Food: Walk-and-eat food unique to the morning market experience

Market Schedule

- Market Days: Dates containing 2, 5, 7, 12, 17, 22, or 27 each month - Hours: Early morning to around 11am

Getting There

- From JR Ou Main Line Hachirogata Station by car: about 20 minutes - From Akita City via National Route 7 by car: about 1 hour

Tips

The earlier you arrive, the better the selection. Chatting with locals is part of the fun. The area around the "Old Rotary" in Gojome is the main market venue.