Osaka's Shinsekai Revives Legendary Night Market Lost to COVID-19! Crowdfunding Campaign Seeks 1 Million Yen
JAPAN Ichiban Yatai LLC has launched a crowdfunding campaign to revive the 'Shinsekai Ichiba Night Market,' which was shuttered due to the pandemic. They aim to restore vitality to the market, which has over 100 years of history.
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JAPAN Ichiban Yatai LLC (Headquarters: Minamiawaji, Hyogo Prefecture; Representative Partner: Haruki Kumagai) is conducting a crowdfunding campaign to revive the legendary 'Shinsekai Ichiba Night Market' in Ebisuhigashi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka, which was suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
[The 100-Year-Old 'Shinsekai Market']
Located at the foot of Tsutenkaku, the symbol of Osaka, the Shinsekai Market has over 100 years of history since the Taisho era. Once a bustling local hub, the market had seen a rise in shuttered storefronts over time. However, we have not given up. We are restarting our challenge to reclaim the chaotic and warm energy characteristic of the 'Shinsekai' area.
[Previous Revitalization Efforts]
To revive the shuttered shopping street, we have implemented various projects:
- From 2012: Hosting the bizarre festival 'Self Festival'
- From 2017: 'W Market' to create weekend foot traffic
- From 2019: The fantasy-filled 'Shinsekai Ichiba Night Market' with lanterns
Just as signs of recovery appeared in 2020, COVID-19 struck the world. Events were stopped, and our flagship events, 'W Market' and the 'Night Market,' were forced to end.
[A Baton of Hope Through the 'Yatai Street']
Even at our lowest point, the flame was not extinguished. In 2022, we started the 'Shinsekai Market Yatai Street Project' as a new challenge:
- Invited 8 unique food stalls in front of shuttered stores.
- Gained media attention and became a new landmark in Shinsekai!
- Participated in the 'Ningen Kyomeisai' festival at the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo.
Currently, the Yatai Street is bustling with locals and tourists every day. To expand this success from a 'point' to a 'plane' covering the entire shopping street and the Shinsekai area, we want to fully revive the legendary 'Night Market' now.
[What was the 'Shinsekai Ichiba Night Market'?]
Started in 2019, the market was held every Saturday night. Modeled after Southeast Asian night markets, it was a fantasy-filled and chaotic event that used to fill the entire market with visitors. It was forced to end in 2020 due to the pandemic.
[Crowdfunding Details]
- Period: May 23 (Sat) - June 21 (Sun), 2026
- Target Goal: 1 million yen
- Support Page: https://for-good.net/project/1003704
[Operating Company]
- Company Name: JAPAN Ichiban Yatai LLC
- Address: 1042-1 Anaga, Minamiawaji, Hyogo
- Established: March 11, 2025
- Representative Partner: Haruki Kumagai
- Executive Partner: Junta Morita
- Business Operations: Shinsekai Market Yatai Street, Shima Gyoza Haruchan, Shima Shake Haruchan, Teppanyaki Haruchan, Smoke Rental Car
[The 100-Year-Old 'Shinsekai Market']
Located at the foot of Tsutenkaku, the symbol of Osaka, the Shinsekai Market has over 100 years of history since the Taisho era. Once a bustling local hub, the market had seen a rise in shuttered storefronts over time. However, we have not given up. We are restarting our challenge to reclaim the chaotic and warm energy characteristic of the 'Shinsekai' area.
[Previous Revitalization Efforts]
To revive the shuttered shopping street, we have implemented various projects:
- From 2012: Hosting the bizarre festival 'Self Festival'
- From 2017: 'W Market' to create weekend foot traffic
- From 2019: The fantasy-filled 'Shinsekai Ichiba Night Market' with lanterns
Just as signs of recovery appeared in 2020, COVID-19 struck the world. Events were stopped, and our flagship events, 'W Market' and the 'Night Market,' were forced to end.
[A Baton of Hope Through the 'Yatai Street']
Even at our lowest point, the flame was not extinguished. In 2022, we started the 'Shinsekai Market Yatai Street Project' as a new challenge:
- Invited 8 unique food stalls in front of shuttered stores.
- Gained media attention and became a new landmark in Shinsekai!
- Participated in the 'Ningen Kyomeisai' festival at the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo.
Currently, the Yatai Street is bustling with locals and tourists every day. To expand this success from a 'point' to a 'plane' covering the entire shopping street and the Shinsekai area, we want to fully revive the legendary 'Night Market' now.
[What was the 'Shinsekai Ichiba Night Market'?]
Started in 2019, the market was held every Saturday night. Modeled after Southeast Asian night markets, it was a fantasy-filled and chaotic event that used to fill the entire market with visitors. It was forced to end in 2020 due to the pandemic.
[Crowdfunding Details]
- Period: May 23 (Sat) - June 21 (Sun), 2026
- Target Goal: 1 million yen
- Support Page: https://for-good.net/project/1003704
[Operating Company]
- Company Name: JAPAN Ichiban Yatai LLC
- Address: 1042-1 Anaga, Minamiawaji, Hyogo
- Established: March 11, 2025
- Representative Partner: Haruki Kumagai
- Executive Partner: Junta Morita
- Business Operations: Shinsekai Market Yatai Street, Shima Gyoza Haruchan, Shima Shake Haruchan, Teppanyaki Haruchan, Smoke Rental Car
FAQ
新世界市場夜市復活プロジェクトの目標金額はいくらですか？
目標金額は100万円です。
クラウドファンディングの実施期間はいつまでですか？
2026年5月23日（土）から6月21日（日）までです。
新世界市場夜市は以前いつ開催されていましたか？
2019年にスタートしましたが、新型コロナウイルスの影響により2020年に終了しました。
このプロジェクトを運営している会社は何ですか？
兵庫県南あわじ市に拠点を置く「JAPAN一番屋台合同会社」です。
新世界市場はいつからある歴史的な場所ですか？
大正時代から100年以上の歴史を持つ市場です。