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I will be a guest on FM GENKI on 12/10 (Tue.) at 16:15~ in the guest corner of Hiroko Sugiyama’s “Sugiyama Jikan♪”! 16:15~ 16:30 live broadcast! We will be announcing the Himeji Christmas Market to be held on 12/14 (Sat.) and 12/15 (Sun.), so please listen if you have time.

On December 14 (Sat.) and 15 (Sun.), 2024, the Himeji Christmas Market will be held at Tokitoba on Himeji Otemae-dori. The Christmas Market is a traditional festival that originated in Germany and is said to have been first held in Frankfurt, Germany in 1393. In Germany, each village holds a Christmas market from the end… Read more: Himeji Christmas Market to be held

We will be giving away free special handmade pretzels to visitors to the Himeji Christmas Market!This year’s pretzels were specially made by “yuu…”, a custom-made cake store in Himeji. a specialty shop in Himeji that specializes in made-to-order cakes. Pretzels are a German delicacy, and are also an essential part of Christmas markets. Pretzels are… Read more: Free handmade pretzels at Himeji Christmas Market!

2024 Christmas Market a great success The Christmas season has come again this year! The 2024 Christmas Market was at its best and attracted a large number of visitors. This year’s event was held over two days, and was filled with smiles and fun for both children and adults alike. The event was a great… Read more: The 2024 Christmas Market is a great success！！

As winter arrives, the Santa Parade comes to brighten the streets of Himeji! This year, let’s enjoy a special event together. ▼Charity10% of participation fees will be donated to hospitals in Himeji City. Let’s spend a fun time together this winter at the Santa Parade! Fill the streets with Santas and create heartwarming memories! Organizer：Himeji… Read more: Himeji Santa Parade 2025 Confirmed!

The Himeji Christmas Market, held for the first time in Himeji last year, was a huge success, drawing a large number of visitors. This year, delicious gourmet treats gather once again. Enjoy a wonderful Christmas alongside the beautiful illuminations along Otemae Street. Admission is free, so please come visit us! Enjoy a fun time with… Read more: This year, we’re holding the Christmas Market at Tokitoba on Himeji’s Ote-mae Street!

The Himeji Santa Parade, scheduled for Saturday, December 20th, has been featured in a flyer issued by Himeji City. This event, held for the first time this year with the support of Himeji City. The flyer distributed this time also introduces it as a new event to revitalize the community and bring the joy of… Read more: The Himeji Santa Parade has been featured in a flyer issued by Himeji City.

In December 2025, Himeji City hosted its very first Santa Parade. The event took place on Otemae-dori, the main thoroughfare overlooking the majestic World Heritage site, Himeji Castle. Under the crisp, clear winter sky, the city was wrapped in a special sense of excitement that felt different from any other day. On the day of… Read more: Himeji’s First-Ever Santa Parade! Spreading Smiles and Holiday Magic Across the City