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Asakusa Tourousai Lantern Festival

The Asakusa Tourousai Lantern Festival, in its 19th edition, will fill the grounds of Asakusa Shrine and nearby lanes in Asakusa, Japan, with hand-decorated, illuminated lanterns from September 19 to 26, 2026.

Date
Sep 19-26, 2026
Location
Asakusa
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Asakusa Tourousai Lantern Festival
Date
Sep 19-26, 2026
Location
Asakusa
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Highlights

  • Illuminated hand-decorated lanterns
  • Opening lighting ceremony at Asakusa Shrine
  • Nightly displays from sunset to 9:30 p.m.
The Asakusa Tourousai Lantern Festival is an annual event that transforms the Asakusa area into an illuminated display of hand-decorated lanterns. In 2026, the 19th edition of this festival will run for eight nights, from September 19 to September 26.

Lanterns are lit from sunset until 9:30 p.m. each night, creating a quiet atmosphere in contrast to Asakusa's daytime crowds. The event includes an opening lighting ceremony on Saturday, September 19, starting at 4:30 p.m. at the Asakusa Shrine kagura hall.

Displays are set up within the Asakusa Shrine grounds and extend along three nearby shopping lanes: Hanayashiki Dōri, Kaminarimon Yanagi Kōji, and Sushiya Dōri. These locations are all within a short walking distance, making the festival an accessible evening walk for visitors.

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