Nikkei Craft Fair 2025 – Japanese-Inspired Holiday Market

Location: Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby, BC
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, November 15–16, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Early Entry: 9:30 AM for NNMCC members and seniors
Admission: Adults $5 at the door | Free for NNMCC members, seniors (65+), and youth under 18
Website: Nikkei Craft Fair 2025 – Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre

Event Overview

The Nikkei Craft Fair 2025 returns to the Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre for a vibrant weekend of holiday shopping and community celebration. This beloved annual event highlights Japanese-inspired creativity and craftsmanship, featuring more than 80 local artisans and food vendors offering one-of-a-kind handmade goods.

Visitors can browse an extensive selection of art, fashion, home décor, gifts, and culinary creations while enjoying cultural activities, workshops, and special programs for both adults and children. The Nikkei Craft Fair combines tradition, artistry, and the joy of the holiday season — making it one of Metro Vancouver’s most unique craft market experiences.

What to Expect

80+ Local Craft & Food Vendors

Explore an impressive array of handcrafted creations across diverse categories:

• Japanese-Inspired Items: Traditional crafts, decorations, and textiles

• Home Goods: Pottery, candles, soaps, toys, and functional art

• Fashion: Clothing, aprons, hats, scarves, and accessories

• Jewelry & Accessories: Bags, hair pieces, keychains, and handmade jewelry

• Textiles & Needlework: Knitting, macrame, embroidery, crochet, and plush creations

• Visual Arts: Paintings, prints, calligraphy, drawings, and wood crafts

• Food Vendors: Freshly baked breads, cakes, pastries, sauces, preserves, and handmade sweets

Visitors can also enjoy food trucks on site offering delicious seasonal and Japanese-style snacks.

Door Prizes

Each admission ticket includes automatic entry into the Nikkei Craft Fair Prize Draw featuring:

• Artisan Gift Baskets: Handcrafted products donated by local artists

• Premium Kinmemai Rice: Five winners will receive a top-quality rice package

• Museum Shop Prizes: Win gift cards or a curated Museum Shop gift basket

Kids Corner & Family Activities

Kids Corner (2F Tsubaki Room)

Free drop-in area featuring:

• Christmas-themed colouring, paper crafts, and worksheets

• Letter-writing station for children to write to Santa

• Activities hosted by Wanowa community volunteers

This family-friendly area offers a creative and welcoming space for younger visitors to participate in festive fun.

Cultural Programs & Workshops

Shogi Meetup

Saturday, November 15 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 2F Kaede Room
Drop in to learn or play traditional Japanese chess in a friendly setting.

IGO Meetup

Saturday, November 15 | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM | 2F Kaede Room
Experience the strategy and focus of the classic Japanese game of Go.

Karuta Workshops

Sunday, November 16 | 1:00–2:00 PM & 3:00–4:00 PM | 2F Kaede Room
Learn the traditional Japanese card game through interactive one-hour workshops.

Holiday Workshops

• Christmas Temari Workshop – Saturday, November 15 (Sold Out)

• Wreath-Making Workshop – Sunday, November 16 (Sold Out)

Workshops provide hands-on opportunities to create festive decorations inspired by Japanese design traditions.

Why You Should Go

• Shop unique, Japanese-inspired holiday gifts from 80+ artisans

• Experience cultural games, workshops, and community programs

• Enjoy free activities for children and families

• Support local artists, small businesses, and the Nikkei cultural community

About the Venue

The Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre (NNMCC) serves as a vibrant hub for Japanese Canadian culture, history, and community engagement. Located in Burnaby, it offers exhibitions, events, and cultural education programs year-round.

Discover More Local Holiday Markets

Find more Christmas craft fairs, artisan markets, and festive events across Metro Vancouver at Vancouver Page – Discover Local Events.