Heiwajima Antique Fair

Less a casual market and more a sprawling bazaar focused almost exclusively on authentic historical goods, the Heiwajima Antique Fair is one of the oldest and largest indoor antique shows in Japan. The three-day event draws nearly 300 specialist vendors from across the country. The wares on sale—ranging from exquisite ceramics and traditional textiles to fine art—are typically curated for serious collectors rather than the casual weekend market-hopper on the lookout for cheap trinkets.