The souvenir store on the boulevard was originally an antique store but moved to Omotesando Dori in 1951 to target the U.S. army personnel in the area (it is modeled after a shrine and stocks “Japanesey” items).
Bunkyo Cherry Blossom Festival
The first of the Five Flower Festivals of Bunkyo Ward. The cherry trees along Harima-zaka were first planted…
Sumida Park Cherry Blossom Festival
Over 600 cherry trees blossom in Sumida Park towards the end of March. The riverside park is one…
Setagaya Plum Blossom Festival
Over 650 plum trees (about 50/50 red and white plum trees) blossom in Setagaya’s Hanegi Park between early…
Japan Brewers Cup
Domestic and international craft beers. The Japan Brewers Cup has a dual purpose: it is a beer competition…
Kameido Tenjin Shrine Plum Festival
Over 300 plum tree blossom in the grounds of Kameido Tenjin Shrine between early February and early March.…
Kite Market at Oji Inari Shrine II
Kite market (凧市) held on the Day of the Horse every February. The dates depending on the twelve…
Kite Market at Oji Inari Shrine I
Kite market (凧市) held on the Day of the Horse every February. The dates depending on the twelve…
Setsubun at Narita-san
While setsubun festivals are held at many temples across the country, the rituals at Asakusa’s Sensoji, Takao-san Yakuo-in…
Hachijojima Freesia Festival
Hachijojima holds an annual Freesia Festival to celebrate the arrival of spring. The festival began over 40 years…
