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Experience Mikoshi Parade in Kichijoji, Tokyo!
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Experience Japan’s Traditional Mikoshi Parade in Kichijoji. On September 12 and 13, the streets come alive with the Kichijoji Autumn Festival, a perfect chance to witness a traditional Japanese celebration featuring a parade of Mikoshi portable shrines. See up to 11 Mikoshi, one from Musashino Hachimangu Shrine and ten from each district of the town. Each group has its own distinct style of carrying, chanting, and celebrating, making for a truly unique and exciting experience. At the festival’s highlight, all the Mikoshi gather for an impressive performance full of energy and excitement.
Join this tour and let your guide share the stories and traditions behind this vibrant festival while ex...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Snacks
Meeting Points
Departure
1-chōme-1-24 Kichijōji Minamichō
Meet up at the Information desk on the 1st floor of the Atre Main Building, directly connected to Kichijoji Station. You can look for the flower shop next to the information desk as a landmark.
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Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Experience Japan’s Traditional Mikoshi Parade in Kichijoji. On September 12 and 13, the streets come alive with the Kichijoji Autumn Festival, a perfect chance to witness a traditional Japanese celebration featuring a parade of Mikoshi portable shrines. See up to 11 Mikoshi, one from Musashino Hachimangu Shrine and ten from each district of the town. Each group has its own distinct style of carrying, chanting, and celebrating, making for a truly unique and exciting experience. At the festival’s highlight, all the Mikoshi gather for an impressive performance full of energy and excitement.
Join this tour and let your guide share the stories and traditions behind this vibrant festival while ex...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Snacks
Meeting Points
Departure
1-chōme-1-24 Kichijōji Minamichō
Meet up at the Information desk on the 1st floor of the Atre Main Building, directly connected to Kichijoji Station. You can look for the flower shop next to the information desk as a landmark.
Return
Itinerary
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Kichijoji Daiyagai
One of Kichijoji’s major shopping streets and the heart of the festival action!
On September 12, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., you’ll don a Hanten festival jacket and join the townspeople in carrying a Mikoshi, parading through the lively streets. Feel the energy and rhythm of the festival as a Mikoshi carrier and become part of this unforgettable tradition.
1 hour and 40 minutes
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Musashino Hachimangu
This guardian shrine of Kichijoji dates back to the 8th century. After the Great Meireki Fire in the 17th century, people from Edo rebuilt their lives in this area, establishing the town around the shrine. Today, locals visit Musashino Hachimangu to pray during New Year’s celebrations, festivals, family events, and more.
On September 13, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., you’ll visit the shrine to learn about its history and the festival. Lastly, stroll through the town in festive spirit and witness the demonstration of all Mikoshi together, the highlight of the celebration.
