Illustration of a woodcarver working at a Christmas market stall while shoppers watch in the snow (24. Japanmarkt Berlin - Japanese Christmas Market)
Christmas Markets

24. Japanmarkt Berlin - Japanese Christmas Market

Visitors experience a Japanese-themed Christmas cultural festival featuring live concerts and traditional samurai martial arts demonstrations. The market offers creative workshops for both children and adults, alongside vendor booths selling ceramics, stationery, jewelry, kimonos, and kawaii accessories. Guests can also sample authentic Japanese street food, patisserie, and tastings.

Sun, Dec 6, 2026 16+

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Early-bird tickets for ages 16 and up: €16 for 12:00 entry or €16 for 15:00 entry, plus a €0.40 or €0.40 ticket service fee, respectively. Regular tickets for ages 16 and up: €22 for 12:00 entry plus a €0.55 service fee; €19 for 15:00 entry plus a €0.48 service fee. Child ticket for ages 10–15: €8 plus a €0.20 service fee. Children under 10 enter free.

Hours

12:00–19:00; tickets offer entry from 12:00 or 15:00.

Food & Drink

The event offers Japanese street food, patisserie, and tastings; visitors may not bring or consume their own food or drinks.

Accessibility

Visitors with a disability pass (Schwerbehindertenausweis) receive free entry for one accompanying companion upon showing the pass at the entrance.

Pets

Dogs are not allowed on the event grounds.

Location

Festsaal Kreuzberg · Am Flutgraben 2, 12435 Berlin, Deutschland, Berlin 12435 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and fans of japanese culture

Vibe

Festive and japan-inspired

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Buy tickets online before arriving, because there is no day-of ticket office at the event venue.
  • Select the 12:00 or 15:00 entry option that fits your schedule; tickets specify one of these entry times.
  • Children under 10 enter free, while visitors aged 10–15 need a child ticket; check ages before purchasing.
  • If using the companion admission benefit, bring the disability pass to show at the entrance; the pass holder also needs a valid ticket.
  • Leave dogs and your own food and drinks at home, as pets are barred and bringing or consuming outside refreshments is prohibited.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Children under 10 enter free.
  • A companion enters free with a severely disabled person's pass; show the pass at the entrance, and the pass holder needs a valid ticket.

Links & Contact

Run by Japanevents

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can attend, and are there child tickets?

The event lists tickets for adults aged 16 and up and children aged 10–15; children under 10 enter free.

Do I need to book online, or can I buy a ticket at the door?

Tickets are available online only; there is no ticket office at the event.

What can I see and do at the festival?

Explore creative workshops for children and adults, a cultural program, samurai martial arts, live concerts, and stalls selling Japanese-inspired accessories, ceramics, stationery, jewellery, and kimonos.

What food and drink are available?

Japanese street food, patisserie, culinary treats, and tastings are offered. Bringing or consuming your own food and drinks is not permitted.

Can I bring a dog, and is there a companion admission arrangement?

Dogs are not allowed. A visitor with a severely disabled person's pass receives free admission for one companion; show the pass at the entrance, and the pass holder needs a valid ticket.

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