Oya Christmas Market
Visitors can soak in the holiday spirit while exploring the unique local heritage of the Oya district. Offerings include hands-on craft workshops working with Oya stone and freshly prepared pizza baked in an Oya stone kiln. Guests can also witness a festive lantern balloon ceremony featuring helium-filled lanterns launched into the sky.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Hours
12:30～20:30.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Oya
Food & Drink
Oya stone-kiln-baked pizza is featured.
Parking
Free parking at the municipal Oya car park (about 100 spaces, large buses OK), plus temporary car parks.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Take the Kanto Bus from JR Utsunomiya Station to Oya Kannon-mae, which is about a 30-minute ride and a 3-minute walk from the park.
- If you drive, use the free municipal Oya car park or one of the temporary car parks opened for the market.
- Try the Oya stone craft activity, which gives you a hands-on way into the stone the district is known for.
- Dress warmly, because the market runs outdoors into the evening in December.
Links & Contact
Run by Utsunomiya Convention & Visitors Bureau
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do?
You can try Oya stone crafts, eat pizza from an Oya stone oven and watch the lantern balloon ceremony, when helium-filled lanterns are released into the sky.
Is it good for kids?
Yes, it's recommended for children.
What food is there?
The highlight is pizza baked in an oven built from Oya stone.
How do I get there by bus?
From JR Utsunomiya Station, take the Kanto Bus bound for Oya/Tateiwa for about 30 minutes. Get off at Oya Kannon-mae and walk about 3 minutes.
Where can I park?
The municipal Oya car park has about 100 spaces and takes large buses. Temporary car parks are also set up, and parking is free.
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