Shimokitazawa’s narrow streets come alive with giant tengu masks and the sound of conch shells. The Dew-Cleansing Ceremony kicks everything off: water glistening in winter light, red-faced tengu towering above the crowd, protectors marching between indie cafés and vintage shops.

On February 1, a grand parade sweeps through town. Lucky beans fly from balconies and wooden floats. Kids win prizes at festival games. It’s folklore meets back-alley cool: only in Shimokita.

Information

Start: Jan 30th 2026 at 8:00am

End: Feb 1st 2026 at 7:30pm

Shimokitazawa Ichibangai Shopping Street

2-37-17 Kitazawa, Setagaya-ku

https://shimokita1ban.com/

￥Free