There’s been a serious burst of creatives and makers in the city lately, and we are happy to welcome some to Japan Market.
Our fascination with Japan shows no signs of fading. From refined fashion and thoughtful design, to handmade ceramics, textiles, accessories, food, and the small details that make everyday objects feel special, Japanese culture continues to inspire what we eat, wear, collect, gift, and bring into our homes.
This fall, Japan Market is pleased to welcome 18 new vendors to our vendor lineup, each bringing their own take on that inspiration. Expect handmade pieces, distinctive accessories, clever creations, authentic finds, and beautifully made items that deserve a closer look.
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Food
As the air turns crisp and markets fill with the smell of something warm and freshly made, there’s a particular comfort in the food that carries us through the season: snacks to share, pantry staples to stock up on, and flavors that make a house feel like home.
Mike’s Kettle Corn (@mikeskettlecorn) brings the classic fairground treat to life, popping fresh batches on-site alongside handcrafted Belgian chocolates. S&B Foods Canada (@sbfoods_canada) rounds things out with pantry favorites straight from Japan, from Golden Curry to umami toppings and the kind of everyday spice essentials that turn a quick dinner into something special.
Fashion and Accessories
This fall, Japan Market is expanding its fashion and accessories lineup with even more makers to discover. CSC Jewelry (@csc.jewelry) brings polished crystal pieces, while KK Jade Jewelry (@kk_jade_jewelry) highlights the natural beauty of jade in timeless designs. Shiny Pinks (@shinypinks) adds a delicate touch with intricate beadwork made from Japanese glass beads, while WoosmoM (@woosmom.closet) reimagines Japanese textiles into distinctive bags and wearable pieces. These four new makers will give you plenty of new ways to finish the look!
Variety Zakka
Some of the best market finds are the things you never knew you needed. A clever little object, something beautifully handmade, or a piece with just enough personality to make everyday life a little more interesting. That is the charm of zakka.
For something with a little more texture, New J Leather (@newjleather.ca) offers handcrafted leather accessories designed to age beautifully, Sea-Sew Craft (@seasewcraft) brings handmade pieces inspired by Okinawan tradition, while Do Did Done (@dodiddone_3d) takes a more modern approach, turning original ideas into playful, custom-designed creations through 3D printing.
Three very different makers, and plenty of unexpected finds to discover.
Art
As the days grow shorter and we begin spending more time indoors, there is something especially appealing about surrounding ourselves with objects that bring beauty and personality into everyday life. In Japan, autumn has long been associated with an appreciation for the arts, so much so that the season is often called geijutsu no aki, or “autumn of the arts.”
Linda Zhao Art (@LindaZhaoArt) brings beautifully illustrated pieces with a distinctive point of view, while Mochidays (@mochidays.ca), JENATA (@jenata.image), and Momonga Avenue (@momonga.avenue) add a more playful note with character-driven artwork, prints, and small creative finds.
Home Decor
There’s something grounding about coming home to a space filled with objects you love. As the season turns and homes become the center of daily life again, it’s the perfect time to bring in pieces that quietly shape the mood of a room.
Our Home Decor vendors feature Japanese ceramics, tableware, and everyday objects made to be lived with, not just looked at. From handmade bowls to carefully chosen dining pieces, these are the kinds of finds that set the tone for your home this season.
Yuki Okada Pottery (@okadadon) turns everyday ceramics into something worth lingering over. while prunus (@prunusvancouver) rounds things out with a curated selection of handmade ceramics and Japanese tableware, the kind of quietly refined objects that make everyday dining feel a little more considered.
prunus will be serving matcha at the Market Café.
Pet Goods
Good style does not have to stop with the humans. This fall, there are a few new finds for the four-legged members of the family too.
Furrytales Pet (@Furrytales_Pet) brings thoughtfully made pet goods with plenty of personality, while Pecori (@pecori.ca) adds a little fashion to the mix with stylish pieces made especially for dogs. Because sometimes the best-dressed one in the family has four paws.
Travel & Services
Already thinking about your next trip to Japan? You are definitely not alone. For anyone ready to turn that daydream into something more concrete, Kotori Japan Travel (@kotorijapantravel) will be joining us at the market this fall.
Named after the Japanese word for “little bird,” Kotori takes inspiration from the kind of local recommendation that leads you somewhere unexpected. Their personalized travel planning is all about helping visitors discover Japan beyond the obvious, from hidden neighbourhood favourites to memorable stays and experiences that suit the way you actually want to travel.
This fall, Japan Market will bring together nearly 80 vendors, with plenty of returning favourites alongside the new makers and businesses featured above. Early bird tickets are on sale now, so book ahead and enjoy the best price for the market.
