Experience Local Culture at the 'Season's Greetings' Font Market in 2025

Discover the Charm of Local Fonts at the 'Season's Greetings' Font Market

On December 13, 2025, the Shibuya Font Lab will host the 'Season's Greetings! Local Font Market' at the Harakado location in Tokyo. Organized by the General Incorporated Association Shibuya Font, co-represented by Tsutomu Furuto and Ayumi Isomura, this event aims to highlight unique local fonts crafted through collaborative efforts involving designers, individuals with disabilities, and support organizations from various regions.

Event Details

- Date: December 13, 2025 (Saturday)
- Time: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Location: 7th Floor, Tokyu Plaza Harajuku, Shibuya Font Lab
- Admission: Free

Participating Local Font Teams

Visitors can explore the creativity of six unique regions represented by the following teams:

- Ichikawa Font (Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture)
- Otaru Font (Otaru City, Hokkaido Prefecture)
- Kobe Font (Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture)
- Hinode Font (Nishitama-gun, Tokyo)
- Mito Font (Mito City, Ibaraki Prefecture)
- Yokohama Font (Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture)

These teams will showcase specially designed products featuring local font styles and graphics. Visitors can expect to find a variety of delightful products, including T-shirts, accessories, and local gourmet foods, all rooted in regional heritage.

Featured Products and Workshops

Participants can indulge in an array of fun and delicious offerings:

- Ichikawa Font T-shirt: 3,500 yen
- Otaru Font Yakisoba: 1,200 yen
- Kobe Font Bolo Can: 800 yen per can
- Hinode Font Calendar: 1,700 yen
- Mito Font Accessories: Starting at 220 yen
- Yokohama Font Mini Towel: 880 yen

In addition to shopping, attendees can engage in workshops, including:

- Origami Pochibukuro Making (Pocket Envelopes)

- Duration: Approximately 15 minutes
- Age Range: Suitable for ages 3 and up
- Participation Fee: Free (Seats available on a first-come, first-served basis)

- Leather Garland Making

- Join us for a creative experience crafting unique garlands.

Moreover, the first 100 attendees will receive an original Christmas card designed by the Naniwa Font team, adding a festive touch to the holiday season.

We encourage everyone to visit and immerse themselves in the creativity and culture that these local fonts embody.

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Mark your calendars for a day of fun, creativity, and community spirit at the 'Season's Greetings' Local Font Market! We look forward to welcoming you.