WAKASA&CO. KYOTO Shijo Store (WAKASA＆CO. KYOTO 京都四条店) in Kyoto's Shijo-Karasuma area will hold "Nordic Exhibition - STYLE WINTER 2026 -" (『北欧展 - STYLE WINTER 2026 -』). It is organized by WAKASA&CO. STYLE, a lifestyle brand run by Wakasa Seikatsu Co., Ltd. (株式会社わかさ生活), which is headquartered in Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto.
An opening-eve event (前夜祭) takes place on Friday, November 20, 2026, followed by the main run for nine days from Saturday, November 21 to Sunday, November 29.
Two brands that only WAKASA&CO. STYLE carries in Japan will be on display: the Finnish jewelry brand "Chao & Eero" and the Finnish bag brand "LUMI." They are joined by Danish scarves, Nordic vintage tableware, Christmas goods and more. Aroma candles from the Finnish fragrance brand "OSMIA" and candles that combine the traditional technique of Kyo-rosoku (京ろうそく, Kyoto candles) with Nordic motif designs are also planned.
Beyond shopping, the exhibition includes limited food and liquor that let visitors enjoy Nordic food culture, as well as a scent-themed workshop. On November 20 and 28, a guest bartender from "Gion FINLANDIA BAR" (ぎおん FINLANDIA BAR) in Gion, Kyoto will also visit the venue and create a special time with Nordic liquor.
Under the words "See, choose, taste, and experience," the exhibition offers 10 days to enjoy the appeal of Nordic design, culture and winter living with all five senses, brought to Kyoto.
Nordic Design and Craftsmanship, Including Two Brands Sold Only at WAKASA&CO. STYLE in Japan
The exhibition focuses on two brands that only WAKASA&CO. STYLE handles in Japan: the Finnish jewelry brand "Chao & Eero" and the Finnish bag brand "LUMI."
It also offers a wide range of items for Nordic living, including scarves from the Danish scarf brand "HABIBA" and vintage tableware and Christmas goods bought locally.
Candles that add warmth to winter living are well represented too. Alongside aroma candles from the Finnish fragrance brand "OSMIA," candles that blend the traditional technique of Kyo-rosoku with Nordic motif designs will appear. Besides enjoying Nordic scents and designs, visitors can look out for items that bring together Kyoto's traditional craftsmanship and Nordic sensibility.
The thoughts of designers and craftspeople and the background of how the items are made are also introduced, with the aim of helping visitors find something they will want to use for a long time.
Main Products and Brands
- Chao & Eero (Finland / jewelry)
- LUMI (Finland / bags)
- HABIBA (Denmark / scarves)
- UPI (Nordic fashion items)
- OSMIA (Finland / aroma candles)
- Kyo-rosoku (京ろうそく, Nordic motif designs)
- Nordic vintage tableware and goods (bought locally)
- Nordic Christmas goods
- WAKASA&CO. STYLE original jewelry
- Nordic picture books
- IWATA COFFEE (Nordic-style roasted coffee)
- Nordic liquor
Chao & Eero
Limited Nordic Food Including Cinnamon Rolls and Salmon Soup
During the exhibition, food that reflects Nordic food culture will be offered, including baked goods, sweets and warm soup. The menu includes sweets made with cinnamon and cardamom, which are popular in the Nordic region, as well as dishes that let the flavor of the ingredients come through. Limited-time menu items are planned in tie-in with "WAKASA Cafe" inside the building.
Visitors can enjoy Nordic flavors between shopping or pick out souvenirs to enjoy at home, bringing the Nordic winter closer through food.
Planned Items for Sale or Service
- Oatmeal cookies
- Granola
- Santa cake (whole cake / pre-order sales)
- Nordic carrot cake
- Cinnamon rolls
- Cardamom donuts (tie-in with WAKASA Cafe)
- Salmon soup (tie-in with WAKASA Cafe)
A Gion Bartender Creates a Nordic Evening on November 20 and 28 Only
On two days only, Friday, November 20 (the opening-eve event) and Saturday, November 28, a guest bartender from "Gion FINLANDIA BAR" in Gion, Kyoto will be at the venue. On both days the bartender will be there from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, creating a special time with Nordic liquor that differs a little from the usual.
The venue also plans to sell products from the Finnish vodka brand "KOSKENKORVA." Besides the classic vodka, it will introduce distinctive Nordic spirits such as a salmiakki liqueur, which is popular in Finland.
Visitors can get a feel for Nordic bar culture in Kyoto while learning about Nordic food culture and ways to enjoy its drinks.
Guest Bartender Visit Details
- Visit dates: Friday, November 20 and Saturday, November 28, 2026
- Time: 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM on both days
- Guest: Gion FINLANDIA BAR (ぎおん FINLANDIA BAR)
- Venue: WAKASA&CO. KYOTO Shijo Store
KOSKENKORVA
Make Your Own Scent at the Original Perfume-Making Workshop
On Saturday, November 28 and Sunday, November 29, an "Original Perfume-Making Workshop" will be held as a related event. The instructor is Akane Yasuda of "Doux.&" (Doux.＆).
Participants smell a variety of essential oils and blend a fragrance to suit their own taste. The finished perfume can be taken home in a 15 ml bottle decorated with a washi paper label of the participant's choice. The workshop takes about two hours.
Workshop Details
- Dates: Saturday, November 28 and Sunday, November 29, 2026
- Time: Session 1: 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM / Session 2: 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
- Venue: 2F, WAKASA&CO. KYOTO Shijo Store
- Instructor: Akane Yasuda of Doux.& (Doux.＆ 安田あかね氏)
- Capacity: 8 people per session (reservation required, first come, first served)
- Fee: ¥5,800 including tax
- What you make: 15 ml original perfume
For details and reservations, choose your preferred date and time on the reservation page below.
Event Details
- Event name: Nordic Exhibition - STYLE WINTER 2026 - (北欧展 - STYLE WINTER 2026 -)
- Opening-eve event: Friday, November 20, 2026, 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Main run: Saturday, November 21 to Sunday, November 29, 2026
- Venue: WAKASA&CO. KYOTO Shijo Store (Sanko Building, 22 Naginatabokocho, Shijo-Karasuma, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto 600-8008 / 〒600-8008 京都市下京区四条烏丸長刀鉾町22 三光ビル)
- Contents: Nordic fashion, jewelry, bags, scarves, vintage tableware, goods, candles, food, picture books, coffee, liquor, limited cafe menu, workshops and more
- Organizer: WAKASA&CO. STYLE
- Web shop: https://wakasacostl.base.ec
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wakasaandco_style/
Note: Content, products and event details are subject to change.
The Thinking Behind WAKASA&CO. STYLE, Born From Ties With the Nordic Region
Wakasa Seikatsu has long made products centered on Nordic-grown bilberries. Along the way, it came into contact with the Nordic region's rich nature and culture, a way of life in harmony with nature, and the value of using things for a long time. WAKASA&CO. STYLE was born from the wish to convey such Nordic appeal through the whole lifestyle, not just through products.
At "Nordic Exhibition - STYLE WINTER 2026 -," the appeal of Nordic living is introduced from several angles, including fashion, goods, food, scent and experiences. The exhibition offers a chance to touch Nordic culture and craftsmanship without leaving Kyoto and to bring a new kind of richness into everyday life.
