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The 37th Kansai Correctional Exhibition (第37回関西矯正展) opens at Osaka Prison in Sakai on November 7–8, 2026. Admission is free. Visitors can browse goods made in prisons across Japan, join prison tours and explore displays explaining correctional work.
The opening times are different on each day: Saturday runs from 10:00 to 16:00, while Sunday starts at 9:30 and finishes at 15:00. Bread sales have been cancelled.
Check the official exhibition information
Dates, admission and location
This exhibition combines shopping with an opportunity to learn about Japan’s correctional system. It takes place at a special event venue at Osaka Prison, rather than at a separate exhibition hall.
| Event | 37th Kansai Correctional Exhibition |
|---|---|
| Saturday | November 7, 2026 · 10:00–16:00 |
| Sunday | November 8, 2026 · 9:30–15:00 |
| Admission | Free |
| Venue | Osaka Prison special event venue |
| Address | 6-1 Tadeicho, Sakai-ku, Sakai, Osaka Prefecture |
Getting there
Two railway stations are within walking distance. Choose the route that fits your journey:
| Station and line | Walk to the venue |
|---|---|
| Sakaishi Station · JR Hanwa Line | Approximately 5 minutes |
| Sakaihigashi Station · Nankai Koya Line | Approximately 10 minutes |
There are 30 parking spaces. With congestion expected around the venue, visitors are asked to use public transport.
Prison-made crafts and products
The exhibition brings together products made in prisons across Japan, with items on display and available to buy. The range includes household furniture as well as smaller accessories and everyday goods.
| Category | What to look for |
|---|---|
| Furniture and woodwork | Furniture and wooden products |
| Leather goods and footwear | Leather products, men’s shoes and women’s shoes |
| Everyday items | Daily necessities and miscellaneous goods |
| Agriculture and horticulture | Products from juvenile facilities |
The official materials also introduce Osaka Prison’s karaki woodworking tradition. The image above offers a closer look at the carving work and finished pieces.
Tours, displays and activities
Beyond the sales area, the programme includes prison tours, personality testing and public information displays. Panels explain Japan’s custodial sentence system, giving the event an educational side alongside the shopping.
Use the official timetable above to identify the sessions you want to see. For participation details, check the Ministry of Justice exhibition page before travelling.
The event materials also feature a puzzle activity themed around finding a key to the future. Consult the official activity notice for the participation instructions.
Venue maps and practical planning
The supplied venue guides show the layout and stall lists. Refer to them when deciding which product areas and activities to visit.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is the Kansai Correctional Exhibition?
- It takes place on November 7–8, 2026. Saturday hours are 10:00–16:00; Sunday hours are 9:30–15:00.
- Is admission free?
- Yes. Admission to the exhibition is free.
- Where is the venue?
- The venue is the Osaka Prison special event venue at 6-1 Tadeicho, Sakai-ku, Sakai, Osaka Prefecture.
- Which station is closest on foot?
- Sakaishi Station on the JR Hanwa Line is approximately a 5-minute walk away. Sakaihigashi Station on the Nankai Koya Line is approximately a 10-minute walk away.
- Is parking available?
- There are 30 parking spaces. Visitors are asked to use public transport because congestion is expected around the venue.
- What products will be on sale?
- The range includes furniture, wooden products, leather goods, men’s and women’s shoes, daily necessities and miscellaneous goods. Agricultural and horticultural products from juvenile facilities will also be sold.
- Are prison tours part of the programme?
- Yes. The programme includes prison tours, personality testing, panels about Japan’s custodial sentence system and other public information displays.
- Will bread be sold?
- No. Bread sales have been cancelled.
Before setting off, check the official exhibition page and notices for updates.
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