It looks like “Open Church Festa 2025” will be held at Catholic Ashiya Church in Kōkōchō, along the Ashiyagawa River, on Monday, November 3 (national holiday)〜
（Information provided by Kaorun）
Quoted from the official Catholic Ashiya Church website
Open Church Festa 2025
When is it?
Monday, November 3, 2025 (national holiday)
10:00〜15:00
※A Thanksgiving Mass will be held from 15:00
Free admission・No reservation required・Held rain or shine
Where is it?
Catholic Ashiya Church
Here it is on the map↓
The address is 5-15 Kōkōchō, Ashiya, Hyogo.
What will they have?
- Stage performances including a string trio, koto music, and classical ballet🎻
- A kids’ area with a stamp rally, shooting games, treasure fishing, and more🎯
- A cross-making workshop✝️
- Udon, bread, Taiwanese food & sweets, Glover Pork food trucks, and more🍜
- Coffee from the church café “Joseph”☕
- Sales of handmade goods and Christian items, plus a bazaar🛍️
How much does it cost?
Free (booths and food/drinks are charged separately)
Can anyone join?
Anyone is welcome!
How to apply
No application required (feel free to drop by)
Click here for event details (official Catholic Ashiya Church website)
Final Thoughts
With food trucks, stage performances, and more, it sounds like a fun chance to enjoy a different side of the church than usual〜 Catholic Ashiya Church is also designated as an important scenic building by Ashiya City, so architecture fans may enjoy this event too!
Kaorun, thank you for the information!
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