Just before closing our small booth near Yasaka Shrine, a lovely couple stopped


Spent the day selling handmade brocade accessories near Yasaka Shrine in Kyoto.

It was getting close to closing time, and the market had already started to quiet down. I honestly thought the day was over.

Then a young couple stopped by our little booth.

They started chatting with my son about Kyoto, school, and the different charms on the table. Somehow the conversation kept going for quite a while, and everyone was laughing together even though our Japanese and English were all mixed up.

Before leaving, they carefully picked out two small charms and a handmade hairpin.

Moments like this make these long market days feel really special.

by jofaekyoto

4 comments
  1. Beautiful pieces, wish I stumbled upon your stall when we were there. Keep up the great work 💖

  2. Wow they are beautiful. We are visiting this autumn and I will certainly check out your store 🤍

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