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Sanja Matsuri

Upcoming

Fri, May 14, 2027 - Sun, May 16, 2027

浅草神社および浅草周辺

PriceFree

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Overview

Sanja Matsuri is Asakusa Shrine’s annual festival, extending from the shrine grounds into the surrounding neighbourhood. Processions, Binzasara dance and portable-shrine parades connect religious ceremonies with traditions maintained by local communities. Its appeal lies both in the rituals and in seeing Asakusa’s streets become part of the celebration.

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Event information

Date
Fri, May 14, 2027 - Sun, May 16, 2027
Venue
浅草神社および浅草周辺
Price
Free
Status
Upcoming
Sources
Open Official Site

Plan your visit

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Programme details refer to the shrine’s announced schedule for May 14–16, 2027, which remains subject to change. For another year, check that year’s announcement.

What to see

The festival extends from the shrine into the surrounding streets. Decide whether your priority is the procession, dance or mikoshi before planning a short visit. Follow on-site directions for viewing locations and procession routes.

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Getting there

The shrine is at 2-3-1 Asakusa. Its directions give roughly seven minutes on foot from the Ginza, Asakusa and Tobu lines, or ten from Tsukuba Express. The stations are separate: agree on a line and exit when meeting friends.

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Tickets and planning

The 2027 programme lists Friday’s procession at 13:00, neighbourhood mikoshi at noon Saturday, and the shrine mikoshi departure at 07:00 Sunday. Friday’s procession is cancelled in rain. Recheck the schedule and street restrictions before travelling.

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