The coffee shop "Bricolage" is a café renovated from an old house barn located near "Fusai Kannon-ji Temple," which is beloved as the Kannon deity for safe childbirth.
I heard that the "Kurashiki Kannon Marche," which sells seasonal vegetables and fruits, is held on the first and third Sunday mornings of every month, so I visited relying on the handwritten map on the website.
On this day, in addition to the marche, a mini-concert was also being held.
What is the "Kurashiki Kannon Marche"
The "Kurashiki Kannon Marche" is a marche that sells seasonal vegetables and fruits mainly on the first and third Sunday mornings of every month.
As I headed towards the venue, I found a sign at the entrance of a narrow uphill path that was easy to miss.
It included information about the mini-concert happening only today.
As I climbed the slope a bit, I could see the old house.
Since it is a place that you might pass by if you are driving, it is a good idea to use the café's sign as a landmark.
As I got closer, I found a small vegetable garden and a small marche stand where seasonal vegetables were displayed.
Looking at the garden, I saw not only vegetables like tomatoes and carrots but also fruit trees such as loquats and Taiwanese bananas.
These may be sold at future marches.
The Scene of the Marche
In the yard, there are garden tables and swing chairs.
It would be nice to enjoy coffee here.
Under the eaves, there are farming items made of bamboo and wood, and I enter the café that has preserved the old house barn as it is.
There are two large tables.
One is arranged like a counter.
Books in the Store
What stands out in the store is the abundance of books.
All of them are said to be the master's collection.
And if you find something you like, they say they will sell it to you.
Coffee Cake Set
The café's recommendation is the coffee cake set (500 yen including tax).
For takeout, "Festival Sushi (800 yen including tax)" was also prepared at Kurashiki Sobaraya.
Of course, you can also enjoy it in the store.
Mini Concert
It seems that whimsical events are often held at the market.
On this day, a mini concert was planned.
Here is the announcement poster and a peek at the sheet music.
I was curious about what "TOB" meant, so I asked, and it seems to be an abbreviation for "Toyosu Elementary School Alumni."
By the time the concert started, the store was full.
The owner, Mr. Yada, was also smiling.
Masato Sugihara and Shoichi Omori are classmates from the local elementary school, "Kurashiki City Toyosu Elementary School."
At that time, there was only one class per grade, and they sat next to each other for six years.
Mr. Sugihara, who plays the guitar, is a semi-professional band member.
It seems he holds concerts here and there.
Mr. Omori, who lives in Aichi Prefecture, adjusted his schedule to participate during his visit home.
Conclusion
Previously, many pregnant women walked from JR Kurashiki Station to Fuzui Kannon-ji Temple.
Located 3 km east of the city center, Kurashiki Kannon Marche is certainly within walking distance.
After a slightly longer walk, take a break with a coffee and cake set.
If time permits, why not look for a book you like?
If you're lucky, there might be some background music playing.
With tonight's vegetables and a book as a souvenir, let's make one more effort to head home.
How about spending a Sunday morning like this?
Data on Kurashiki Kannon Marche
| Name | Kurashiki Kannon Marche |
|---|---|
| Date | Every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM (ends when sold out) |
| Location | 1005 Nakobae, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture |
| Participation Fee (including tax) | Participation is free |
| Website | Kurashiki Kannon Marche |
