One of the most unique features in Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar is the Trend system, which can completely change how much money you earn from your sales. Understanding and using trends correctly can boost your profits by 30% or more, making it one of the best ways to maximize your bazaar success. In this guide, we’ll break down how trends work, how to set them up, and the best ways to take advantage of them. Check out our Story of Seasons Tips and Tricks!
What Are Trends in Grand Bazaar?
Trends are weekly boosts that affect which items are most popular among visitors at the bazaar. When a certain type of item becomes a trend, its selling price increases significantly. These trends can apply to crops, processed goods (like pickles, jams, and tea), or even accessories.
You’ll know a trend is active when Felix, the mayor, announces it during the weekly bazaar or when you check the Trend Board in town. Paying attention to these announcements is key — selling the right products at the right time can make a huge difference in your income.
How to Influence and Set Up Trends
While some trends occur randomly, players can influence them through consistent behavior and sales. Here’s how you can set up and trigger trends yourself:
1. Sell Large Quantities of the Same Item
If you sell a high volume of one item over several bazaar weeks, that item has a greater chance of becoming a trend. For example, if you keep selling Pickled Pumpkins or Tea Tins every weekend, eventually they might get noticed and become the next hot trend.
2. Maintain High Quality and Freshness
Items with higher quality and freshness are more likely to attract attention from bazaar visitors. Always make sure your products are Perfectly Fresh, and consider using processing machines to increase item quality.
3. Interact with Visitors Frequently
Chatting with customers and fulfilling requests can influence the town’s preferences. Sometimes, players notice trends appear after a specific customer mentions an item they enjoyed buying before. Keep an eye on customer dialogue, as it often hints at potential future trends.
4. Diversify Before Special Events
Before major festivals or large bazaars, try selling different types of products — especially food and drinks. Doing this gives the game more data to pick from, increasing your chance of having one of your items selected as the next trend.
5. Cooperate with Other Farmers
In multiplayer bazaars or local link sessions, multiple players selling similar items can also influence global trends. This mechanic is subtle, but it’s an extra way to boost the odds if you’re connected.
Best Items to Turn into Trends
While almost any product can trend, some are much more profitable than others. Focus on goods with strong base values and processing bonuses. Recommended Trend Items:
- Pickled Pumpkin (Summer): High base price and strong trend bonus.
- Tea (Autumn/Winter): Easy to mass-produce and doubles in value during trends.
- Turnip Salad (Spring): Fast and simple to make early in the game.
- Grape Juice (Autumn): Good value and quick turnaround time.
- Accessories or Perfumes: Rarely trend, but when they do, they sell for massive profits.
Tips to Keep the Trend Going
Once an item becomes trendy, it will usually stay that way for about a week. To make the most out of that time:
- Prepare extra stock before the next bazaar.
- Don’t skip processing — high-quality items sell even better during trends.
- Keep checking the Trend Board; sometimes trends extend for a second week.
If you notice a trend fading, start pushing another product early to prepare the next one. This helps you maintain consistent income throughout the season.
Mastering trends in Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar is all about timing, consistency, and knowing your market. By paying attention to what sells, keeping your items fresh, and planning ahead, you can control the economy of Zephyr Town like a pro. Whether you specialize in pickles, tea, or fancy accessories, a well-managed trend can turn your small stall into the most popular shop in the entire bazaar.