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Evening Market

UPCOMING VENDORS

Here is a list of the vendors participating in the "TORiiGAOKA Evening Market," held every Wednesday evening.

December 2, 2026

Kajitsu-no-Dorei

Fruits Juice

A viral sensation on social media! We want to share the deliciousness of fruit. A luxurious, seasonal treat featuring an abundance of fresh, ripe fruit—available only now.

December 2, 2026

Imoni Japon

Japanese Food

Sharing the appeal of *imoni* (taro stew) with the world! It’s delicious because it comes from a specialty taro shop.

November 25, 2026

Nagasawa

Japanese Sake

Sake you can enjoy endlessly without ever tiring of it. We also offer rare, hard-to-find sake, carefully brewed from scarce rice varieties using traditional methods.

November 25, 2026

Takoharo

Takoyaki

An authentic taste, baked at high heat for a short time! Experience a "fluffy-yet-melty" texture that exceeds all expectations when fresh out of the oven!

November 25, 2026

Ajinosato Bandamu

Japanese Food

A renowned, authentic *robatayaki* (fireside-grilled) restaurant beloved by locals, offering the finest flavors from both the sea and the mountains.

November 25, 2026

Bubule

Bistro"Wagyu"

A bistro dedicated to the "local production for local consumption" philosophy, showcasing Yamagata beef and fresh local vegetables while highlighting the unique culinary culture of the region.

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What is the "torii" in "TORiiGAOKA"?

The Oldest Surviving
Stone Torii Gate
in Japan

"Motoki Stone Torii" – the oldest extant stone torii gate in Japan

In the residential area of ​​Toriigaoka, Yamagata City, stands a stone *torii* gate that has endured for approximately one thousand years. Known as the "Motoki Stone Torii," this structure is believed to have been erected during the late Heian period and is recognized as one of the oldest surviving stone *torii* gates in Japan.

bus service

市バス

A scheduled bus service is available on Wednesday evenings, when the "Torii-ga-oka Evening Market" takes place.


Buses run on a set schedule between

Yamagata Station -- TORiiGAOKA (nakamura KITCHENs) -- Zao Onsen

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Services will operate according to the scheduled timetable.

Recommendations

Ajinosato Bandai

Japanese Food

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PARTNER

Takohiro

Takoyaki

"Fuwa-toro": fluffy on the outside, gooey and creamy on the inside.

Naganuma Gomei Kaisha

Japanese Sake

We use premium sake-brewing rice varieties, including "Ushu Homare"—often referred to as a "phantom rice"—as well as "Dewa Sansan," "Dewa no Sato," and "Sake Mirai."

Bubula.

Bistro"Wagyu"

You can enjoy not only the meal but also the atmosphere and the unhurried passage of time.

nakamura KITCHENs

Share Kitchen

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Access

nakamura KITCHENs

TORiiGAOKA Evening Market

On Wednesdays 16:00-20:00 (JST)

20-19, Toriigaoka, Yamagata-City, YAMAGATA, Japan

Phone : 050-3551-2968

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