Iceland Christmas Weekend (Metsä Nordic Christmas 2026)
Japanese title: アイスランド・クリスマス・ウィークエンド（メッツァの北欧クリスマス2026）
metsä village, Craft Bibliotek (Hanno Sta.) · Free
A weekend program with the Embassy of Iceland: performances and storytelling on Iceland's "13 Yule Lads" and a knitting workshop. Part of Metsä's Nordic Christmas (Oct 31–Dec 25).
- Dates
- Nov 28 (Sat) – Nov 29 (Sun)
- Time
- 10:00–17:00
- Price
- Free entry (shopping and food extra)
- Venue
- metsä village, Craft Bibliotek
- Nearest station
- Hanno Sta.
Check closed days and last admission on the official page before you go.
About this event
A weekend program within Metsa's Nordic Christmas, held with the cooperation of the Embassy of Iceland. There is a performance and picture-book reading themed on Iceland's "13 Yule Lads," plus a workshop knitting ornaments in the colors of the Icelandic flag. It seems well suited to a family day exploring Nordic winter culture.
Highlights
- Performance on the "13 Yule Lads" (day 1)
- Picture-book reading
- Workshop knitting ornaments in flag colors (both days)
- Touch Icelandic lopi wool
- Good for
- Families, Nordic culture fans
Good to know
- 10:00–17:00
- The performance and reading are on day 1
- Venues vary by program; check the official site
Summarized from the official page and press materials.
Distance from major stations
- From Hanno
- 1.9 km, about 15 min by train
- From Ome
- 11.5 km, about 40 min by train
- From Kokukoen
- 13.5 km, about 45 min by train
- From Tokorozawa
- 15.0 km, about 50 min by train
Distances are straight-line; times are rough estimates.
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FAQ
- What is Iceland Christmas Weekend (Metsä Nordic Christmas 2026)?
- A weekend program within Metsa's Nordic Christmas, held with the cooperation of the Embassy of Iceland. There is a performance and picture-book reading themed on Iceland's "13 Yule Lads," plus a workshop knitting ornaments in the colors of the Icelandic flag. It seems well suited to a family day exploring Nordic winter culture.
- When is Iceland Christmas Weekend (Metsä Nordic Christmas 2026)?
- Nov 28 (Sat) – Nov 29 (Sun)
- What are the opening hours of Iceland Christmas Weekend (Metsä Nordic Christmas 2026)?
- 10:00–17:00 Check the official page for closed days and last admission.
- How much does Iceland Christmas Weekend (Metsä Nordic Christmas 2026) cost?
- Free entry (shopping and food extra)
- Where is Iceland Christmas Weekend (Metsä Nordic Christmas 2026) and what is the nearest station?
- It is held at metsä village, Craft Bibliotek. The nearest station is Hanno Sta..
Checked against the official page on October 27, 2026. Titles and descriptions are our own translations.