Written by TC Team
Snag a lucky kite and make your fortunes soar.
What happens?
Back in the Edo days, kites were considered lucky charms that help ward off fires. Fires were rampant at that time, and were especially dangerous since dwellings were tightly packed and crafted from wood.
Since then, a Kite Market, where elaborate kites are displayed and sold, has been held at Ōji Inari Shrine. Similar to Daruma fairs (like Tokyo’s Jindaiji, among others), the Kite Market at Ōji Inari Shrine is for seasonal good luck: people buy protective charms for the year ahead.
The event is held annually on the Days of the Horse in February.
Schedule 2026
The dates are chosen according to the old lunar calendar, when the horse was believed to be especially auspicious for protection, business success and household safety.
In 2026, these days are February 1, February 13 and February 25.
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- 0.6 km from Ōji Station Namboku Line (N16)Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line) (SA16)Keihin-Tōhoku Line (JK36)
- 0.8 km from Asukayama Station Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line) (SA17)
- 1.0 km from Takinogawa-itchōme Station Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line) (SA18)
