亮点
- Mikoshi (portable shrine) processions through Akihabara
- Festival held in full scale on odd-numbered years
- Centuries-old Edo-period pageantry
由来与背景
Dating to the Edo period, Kanda Matsuri celebrated the Tokugawa shogunate's prosperity and remains a symbol of old Tokyo. The grand festival is held in odd-numbered years.
Good to know for visitors
- Getting there
- 5 min from Ochanomizu or Akihabara Stn Open directions in Google Maps ↗
- Booking & entry
- Free to attend — details on the official page (button above).
- Language
- Mostly in Japanese — a translation app on your phone helps.
- Good for
- culture seekers, groups of friends
温馨提示
Kanda Myojin is also beloved by anime fans — the shrine appears in 'Love Live!' and sells tech-themed charms.
交通
Kanda Myojin Shrine & surrounding districts — 2-16-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo