Jul
15
Mitama Matsuri at Yasukuni Shrine
Yasukuni Shrine's four-night Mitama Matsuri fills the approach with thousands of lanterns and evening shrine/festival activity. July 15 is one of the mikoshi nights, with the formal shrine ceremony at 17:00 and lantern-lit grounds into the evening.
Summary
Yasukuni Shrine's four-night Mitama Matsuri fills the approach with thousands of lanterns and evening shrine/festival activity. July 15 is one of the mikoshi nights, with the formal shrine ceremony at 17:00 and lantern-lit grounds into the evening.
One of Tokyo's most atmospheric midsummer night walks: lanterns, festival energy, and easy access from Kudanshita without needing a ticket.
Tokyo Loop has this tagged for solo traveler plans around Kudanshita. Kudanshita is the practical access cue to check before leaving.
What to know
Date
Ends today
Time
17:00 ceremony; evening lantern/festival atmosphere
Area
Train access
Cost
Free / check official notice
Good for
Solo traveler
Why it is worth going
One of Tokyo's most atmospheric midsummer night walks: lanterns, festival energy, and easy access from Kudanshita without needing a ticket.
Language and fit
Check the source page for language details before you go.
Tags
Access
Kudanshita
Event details
Quick facts for deciding whether this is worth the trip.
Dates
Ends today, 17:00 ceremony; evening lantern/festival atmosphere
Venue
Yasukuni Shrine
Area
Nearest station
Entry
Free / check official notice
Categories
Source
Yasukuni Shrine