Kanda Matsuri 2026 takes place at Kanda Shrine and surrounding neighborhoods, offering a week of traditional events rooted in Edo-period history. While the full-scale parade occurs every other year, the 2026 edition focuses on rituals and community celebrations across central Tokyo.

The festival centers on Shinto ceremonies, local processions and mikoshi appearances throughout Chiyoda and nearby districts. Residents and visitors can observe smaller-scale activities that highlight the connection between neighborhoods and the shrine.

The busiest period typically falls on the final weekend, when more visible processions and public activities take place. Streets around Kanda Shrine and surrounding areas become active with participants carrying portable shrines and gathering for local festivities.

Kanda Matsuri 2026 Schedule:
May 11–13, 2026 9 am – 7 pm
May 14–15, 2026 9 am – 8 pm
May 16, 2026 10 am – 9 pm
May 17, 2026 10 am – 6 pm

Information

Start: May 11th 2026 at 9:00am

End: May 17th 2026 at 7:00pm

Kanda Shrine

2 Chome-16-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku

https://kandamyoujin.or.jp

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