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Mar 9, 2022

Bunkyo Plum Festival at Yushima Tenjin Shrine (湯島天神梅まつり)

Yushima Tenjin Shrine has been a well-known spot for plum blossom viewing for hundreds of years, and has over 300 trees spread across the...

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Mar 9, 2022

Plum Blossom Festival at Kameida Tenjin Shrine (亀戸天神社梅まつり)

This stunning shrine is home to both a popular wisteria festival and plum blossom festival. It is also one of "The 10 Jinja of...

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Mar 5, 2022

Tsukiji Shishi Matsuri (つきじ獅子祭)

This festival takes place only once every three years, and is held at Namiyoke Shrine in Tsukiji which is a famous place to pray for...

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Mar 5, 2022

Early Cherry Blossoms at Ebara Shrine in Tokyo (荏原神社)

One of the places you can see early blooming cherry blossoms in Tokyo is at Ebara Shrine which is located in Shinagawa city right across...

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Mar 5, 2022

Traditional Japanese Sweets at Takeno To Ohagi (タケノとおはぎ）

Ohagi (おはぎ) is a type of traditional Japanese sweet that is made by pounding cooked glutinous rice (similar to the way mochi is made),...

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Feb 13, 2022

Koenji Awa-Odori Festival (東京高円寺阿波おどり)

Awa-Odori is a traditional dance originating from Tokushima prefecture that has a history of over 400 years. This festival is held from...

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Feb 13, 2022

Early Cherry Blossoms at Sakura Jingu Shrine in Tokyo! (桜神宮)

One of the best spots to see early blooming cherry blossoms is at Sakura Jingu Shrine in Setagaya, Tokyo! The grounds of the shrine are...

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Feb 13, 2022

Nagabusa Koinobori Festival (長房ふれあい端午まつり)

Although the Japanese name of the festival is technically the "dragon boat festival" there are no boats and it is celebrated by viewing...

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Feb 4, 2022

The Takehisa Yumeji Museum (竹久夢二美術館)

Takehisa Yumeji (1884-1934) was a Japanese painter known for his unique "bijin-ga" (beautiful person picture) style of portraiture...

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Feb 4, 2022

Mini Taiyaki at Torindo in Ueno

A lovely relaxing spot for wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) that you can take out or enjoy with matcha in the shop. The taiyaki here...

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Jan 18, 2022

A Cafe Run by Monks: Bozu 'n Coffee

For both a traditional and unique experience, head on over to Bozu 'n Coffee to try their selection of coffee, tea, and sweets with a...

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Jan 18, 2022

Wagashi at Yamamoto-tei 山本亭

Relax and enjoy the view of the lush traditional Japanese garden with matcha and wagashi at this historic tea house in Shibamata, Tokyo....

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Jan 18, 2022

Wagashi at Mahorodou Sougetsu まほろ堂蒼月

A small but popular spot in Setgaya selling seasonal wagashi. There are a few seats inside where you can enjoy the wagashi with coffee or...

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Oct 1, 2021

Nishitokyo's Tanashi Jinja 田無神社

Tanashi Shrine is nestled in the western part of Tokyo, and hosts events and festivals all throughout the year. Its history dates back to...

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Aug 30, 2021

7 Things to do in Tokyo's Old Edo Neighborhood: Shibamata 柴又 (With Two Bonus Locations)

Shibamata (柴又) is a charming neighborhood on the eastern side of Tokyo near Edogawa River that takes you back to the olden-days of Japan....

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Aug 29, 2021

Takahata Fudosan Daruma Market高幡不動のだるま市 in Tokyo

Daruma (達磨) are traditional Japanese dolls that are regarded as a talisman of good luck. Daruma are typically purchased at the beginning...

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Aug 29, 2021

Hachioji Ginkgo Festival 八王子いちょう祭り in Tokyo!

Hachioji Ichyou Matsuri 八王子いちょう祭り/ Hachioji Ginkgo Festival is a two day festival celebrating the change of color of the approximately...

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Aug 29, 2021

Ryōhō-ji (了法寺) Tokyo's Anime Mascot Temple

Ryōhō-ji (了法寺) is a Buddhist temple in Hachioji, Tokyo that was established in 1489 by Keiun Nicchō (啓運日澄) for his retirement. Although...

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Aug 28, 2021

Some no Komichi Matsuri 染の小道(Fabric Dyeing Festival) in Tokyo

Up until the 1950s, the river near Nakai Station was home to many dyeing factories, and the water was used to wash their dyed goods. To...

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Aug 27, 2021

The Supernatural Cat Festival (Bake Neko Matsuri) in Tokyo

Bake Neko Matsuri (Supernatural Cat Festival) is a Halloween Parade that anyone can join in on by signing up in advance, and showing up...

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