Become a vendor at the Harbour Market![Ended]

Full of artisans and craftspeople featuring goods from all over the world, as well as a vast offering of foods and drinks. Revel in this space for new encounters under the blue sky, next to the endless sea.

Operating dates & hours

Aug. 18 (Fri) ~ 20 (Sun) 10:00~22:00 each day (on Aug. 20 (Sun) until 21:00)

Venue

Ogi Port Park (Ogi-machi, Sado-shi, Niigata Prefecture 952-0604)

Become a vendor at the Harbour Market!

With a view of the ocean, why not open up your own stall this year? In addition to the EC Sado Challenge Shop category (which supported 50% of shop fees), this year we are seeking a food/drink vendor (limit to one shop) at the Sado Island Taiko Centre (Tatako-kan). Applications for vendors will be accepted from May 11 (Thurs) ~ June 10 (Sat).


Vendor Requirements

(1) Harbour Market

Operating dates & hours

Aug. 18 (Fri) ~ 20 (Sun) 10:00~22:00 each day (on Aug. 20 (Sun) until 21:00)

Load-in / Load-out

Load-in: Aug. 17 (Thur) afternoon / Load-out Aug. 21 (Mon) by 12:00

Venue

Ogi Port Park (Ogi-machi, Sado-shi, Niigata Prefecture 952-0604)

Stall types

(A) Restaurants other than cafés (3.6m wide x 3.6m deep)

(B) Cafés (coffee, cakes, etc.) only (3.6m wide x 3.6m deep)

(C) Non-food stalls (3.6m wide x 3.6m deep)

(D) Non-food stalls (2m wide x 3.6m deep)

Stall types assignments (especially A and B) will be determined by the organizers. Use the application form to input your products (menu items).

Vendor fees

(A) 26,000 yen + 10% profits (Challenge Shops are 13,000 yen + 5% profits)

(B) 26,000 yen

(C) 20,000 yen

(D) 14,000 yen

(2) Sado Island Taiko Centre (Tatako-kan)
Would you like to open a special kitchen for three days on a hill overlooking the Ogi peninsula and Mano Bay? Our IH cooking heater and refrigerator will be available for your use. We have an opening for only one shop. We recommend this slot for an experienced vendor looking for a relaxed atmosphere.

Operating dates & hours

Operating hours: Aug. 18 (Fri) ~ 20 (Sun) 10:00~15:00 each day

Load-in / Load-out

Load-in / Load-out: Load-in: Aug. 17 (Thurs) afternoon / Load-out: Aug 20 (Sun) by 18:00

Venue

Sado Island Taiko Centre, Traditional Cuisine Tasting Room / Terrace

Stall type

food vendor with cafe

Vendor fees

10% total profits

Parking fee

Free

Other notes

During EC, there will be a special “Children of Taiko” workshop at the Sado Island Taiko Centre (Tatako-kan). Since this will be our first shot at offering a vendor slot on site, please understand that we cannot predict the number of guests that will be visiting the Centre.

About the EC Sado Challenge Shop

This opportunity is open those who are hoping or planning to open up a restaurant or other retail business in Sado in the future. Vendor fees under the “ED Sado Challenge Shop” framework are half price. We welcome entrepreneurs who are enthusiastic about taking on the challenge!

* If you are applying for the “EC Sado Challenge Shop” under Desired Stall Type, please mark both “Vendor Stall” as well as “EC Sado Challenge Shop” on the application form when submitting. You must also submit a separate resumè (required).

* There are a limited number of vendors that will be designated “EC Sado Challenge Shop.” After the selection process, vendors will be notified of the status of their application.

Traffic Management Cooperation Fee

3,500 yen / per car

Load-in date & time

Parking permits will be provided, valid from Aug. 17 (Thur) 13:00~18:00 and Aug. 18 (Fri) ~ 20 (Sun) 9:00~22:00 (on Aug. 20 (Sun) until 21:00).

  • The Cooperation Fee will pay for Parking Lot attendants.
  • Trucks, microbuses and other larger-sized vehicles are subject to additional fees. Please contact us for more information.
Vendor standards and selection process

Please detail the highlights and characteristics of your stall in the Appeal column of the application. In the case of conflicting applications, the EC Festival Director will make the final decision.

(1) For restaurants and food stalls

  • Dishes that include Sado-grown or Sado-made produce or products
  • Dishes local to Sado or restaurants already operating on the island
  • Vendors who are hoping or planning to open up a restaurant in Sado in the future (EC Sado Challenge Shop)
  • Dishes prepared with safe ingredients including organic produce or known/local farmers
  • Cuisine specific to international regions

(2) For retail stalls

  • Crafts or artisan items made in Sado
  • Products manufactured in Sado
  • Vendors who are hoping or planning to open up a retail store in Sado in the future (EC Sado Challenge Shop)
  • Vendors selling self-made craft items
  • Handmade or homemade items, craft items created by traditional artisans
  • Organic, fair trade products
  • Outdoor products
  • Musical instruments, clothing and accessories specific to international regions
  • Vendors who can provide workshops to customers in addition to selling one of the above items

The following vendors will not be permitted:

(1) Selling or handling products that may disturb or harm public peace and order.

(2) Selling or handling counterfeit goods (selling another person’s products as your own or creating fake or altered products) or copied goods (infringing upon copyrights or registered product designs).

(3) Vendors with unpaid or outstanding fees from past stalls.

Other notes
  • A and B-type stall assignments will be determined by the organizers. Use the application form to input your menu items.
  • Electrical power is limited within the park so retail stalls will be limited to light bulbs up to 100W and food stalls will be permitted 500~1000W. Heated lamps, microwaves, electric rice cookers will not be permitted.
  • Light bulbs, extension cables, tents, tables and other necessary items must be provided by each vendor.
  • Food stalls must have permits from the Sado Health Center in order to operate. Further details will be provided separately.
  • In the event of changes in the environment or weather that may cause harm to customers, the event may be canceled at the organizer’s discretion.
  • This year, the venue for the Fringe will be a special temporary stage set up within the Harbour Market.
  • There are no Shiroyama Concerts this year.
How to apply

Beginning May 11 (Thurs) fill out the application form (available only in Japanese)on this site completely and submit.[Ended]

Deadline

June 10 (Sat)

Application status

Vendors will receive notification by July 11 (Tue). Please note that space is limited and not all applications may be accepted.

Inquiries
Earth Celebration Planning Committee (Director: Negishi)
Kodo Cultural Foundation 148-1 Ogikaneta Shinden, Sado, Niigata Prefecture 952-0611
Tel. 0259-81-4100(Weekday 9:30~17:00) Fax. 0259-86-3631
Email: ec-info@kodo.or.jp

Sado Island Taiko Centre (Tatako-kan)
150-3 Ogikaneta Shinden, Sado, Niigata Prefecture 952-0611
Email: info@sadotaiken.jp