"Hanshin Nordic Fair 2026" (阪神の北欧フェア2026) will be held in the event hall on the 8th floor of Hanshin Umeda Main Store from Thursday, November 5 to Monday, November 16, 2026. Expanded to 12 days for the first time this year, the fair is split into a first half (Thursday, November 5 to Tuesday, November 10) and a second half (Wednesday, November 11 to Monday, November 16). Some shops and products change between the two halves, and about 50 shops will appear during the fair.
This year's fair centers on Finland and offers classic items of the Nordic lifestyle. Authentic cinnamon rolls are baked right in front of visitors by bakers invited from the Nordic region and sold on a weekly-rotating basis. Marimekko, known for its original designs, appears at the Hanshin Nordic Fair for the first time. Authentic food, vintage tableware and goods are also on offer, along with workshops, live music and talk shows held daily.
Event Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Event name | Hanshin Nordic Fair 2026 (阪神の北欧フェア2026) |
| Venue | 8th-floor event hall, Hanshin Umeda Main Store |
| Dates | Thursday, November 5 to Monday, November 16, 2026 |
| First half | Thursday, November 5 to Tuesday, November 10 |
| Second half | Wednesday, November 11 to Monday, November 16 |
| Closing times | The fair ends at 4:00 PM on Tuesday, November 10, and at 5:00 PM on the final day |
| Official page | Hanshin Department Store event page |
| Official Instagram | Event Instagram account |
Authentic Cinnamon Rolls Baked in Front of You, Rotating Weekly
The cinnamon roll (korvapuusti) literally translates to "ear punch," a name that describes how the roll is flattened like a punched ear with a swirl inside.
Note: The photo shows the original size.
First Half: Café Esplanad (カフェ・エスプラナード) (live demonstration)
- Cinnamon Roll, Original Size (1 piece): ¥1,296 (30 planned for sale each day)
- Cinnamon Roll, Regular Size (1 piece): ¥648
Said to be the biggest cinnamon roll in Helsinki, the original size is large enough to hide a face. It is meant to be shared over a relaxed coffee break.
Second Half: Ravintola Kamome (ラヴィントラ・カモメ) (live demonstration)
- Cinnamon Roll (1 piece): ¥648
This is a re-creation of the cinnamon roll from the café that served as the setting of the film "Kamome Diner" (かもめ食堂), which is said to have sparked a Nordic boom in Japan. アルヤ・ユルクネン, the owner and cook at the time of filming, will also visit the store.
Hearty Nordic Food, from Salmon Soup and Meatballs to Reindeer
Keitto (ケイット) (live demonstration): Reindeer Sausage Hot Dog (ポロマッカラドッグ) and Salmon Soup Set (1 serving), ¥2,068
Keitto (ケイット) (live demonstration): Meatballs in Tomato Sauce (ショットブッラル) (1 serving), ¥1,760
Keitto (ケイット) (live demonstration): Reindeer Stew (ポロン・カリストゥス) (1 serving), ¥2,530
Keitto (ケイット) (live demonstration): Salmon Tartine (top, 1 piece), ¥540; Karelian Pirakka (カレリアンピーラッカ) (bottom, 1 piece), ¥324
Sold on Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, November 8 only. Keitto (ケイット) (live demonstration): Semla (セムラ) (1 piece), ¥1,100
Viking x Copenhagen (ヴァイキング×コペンハーゲン) (live demonstration):
- Carlsberg Draft Beer (1 glass): ¥770
- Copenhagen Dog (1 piece): ¥770
- Hansen Dog (1 piece): ¥880
- Andersen Dog (1 piece): ¥880
Chocolate and Drinks for a Break
Fazer (ファッツェル): Moomin GodJul Tin, Red (14 milk and 14 Geisha pieces), ¥4,104
ラーヴ～ケイッティオ～: Iced Coffee from リュッケコーヒー, ¥715
Marimekko Makes Its Hanshin Nordic Fair Debut
Marimekko (マリメッコ): Mug (250 ml), ¥4,730; Apron, ¥11,880
Loved for its bold, colorful designs, Marimekko appears at the Hanshin Nordic Fair for the first time. "Unikko," a print cherished since its birth in 1964, brightens the mood and lifts the spirits just by being seen, bringing colorful hues, joy and happiness into everyday life.
Tableware, Goods and Vintage Items with Nordic Warmth
First half: ル プティ ブルジョン, Arabia (アラビア) (center: Sinikukka Dinner Plate, ¥7,920, among other items)
First half: Scandinavian Table (スカンジナビアンテーブル), Almedahls (アルメダールス) Blankets (various types), from ¥15,400 each
Workshops, Talk Shows and Other Events Held Daily
Workshop: こ・と・の葉, Small Christmas Object (キエッラテュス)
- Dates: Thursday, November 5 and Friday, November 6 (accepted on a rolling basis; last entry at 5:30 PM)
- Fee: ¥2,420
- Eligibility: Ages 6 and up
- Duration: About 30 minutes
- Capacity: 8 people per session
Music Parade: Thursday, November 5, at 10:10 AM and 1:00 PM (about 20 minutes each). Performed by スグリセッションハウス, a Nordic traditional music unit.
Talk Event: Saturday, November 7, at 1:00 PM (about 40 minutes). Satsuki Uchiyama (内山さつき), a Nordic culture editor and writer, speaks on "A Life-Changing Life on a Finnish Island: Following the Memories of Tove Jansson."
Talk Event: Friday, November 13, at 4:00 PM (about 40 minutes). ラウラ・コピロウ, a Finland expert, speaks on "The Appeal of Japanese Parfaits, as Seen by a Finn."
