Your Ultimate Guide to Night Markets in Asia

Discover the best day and night markets across Asia, organized by country and location to help you find local treasures.

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Joyful Minowa

A long covered shopping arcade in Arakawa ward, one of Tokyo's few remaining lively old-style arcades, with cheap eats and local shops.

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Joyful Minowa shopping arcade

Joyful Minowa is a covered shopping street near Minowabashi, the terminus of the Toden Arakawa tram line.

What to expect

One of the longer arcades in the city, with greengrocers, fishmongers, bakeries and takeaway counters.

What to eat

Croquettes, yakitori, sushi and daily-use groceries at local prices.

Visitor tips

  • The arcade is accessible all day; shops keep their own hours and rest days.
  • Combine with a ride on the Toden Arakawa Line.
  • Hours are from map listings.

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