Events in Asakusa

Hydrangea Spotting: Walk & Sketch at Sumida Park

Make the most of the hydrangeas and sharpen your sketching skills at this event in Sumida Park.

Asakusa Geisha Performance

Performances run on selected Saturdays from April to November at the Asakusa Culture and Tourism Center.

Oku Asakusa Bon Odori Festival

The newest Bon Odori festival is held in Sanyabori Square in Sumida Park.

Moonrise: Neo-Traditional Japanese Art & Music in Asakusa

A series of shows combining Japanese music, spirituality, and cuisine.

Asakusa Geisha Performance

Performances run on selected Saturdays from April to November at the Asakusa Culture and Tourism Center.

Shitamachi Tanabata

Shitamachi Tanabata is a Star Festival in Tokyo.

Free Geisha Dances (Ozashiki Odori) in Asakusa

A traditional geisha performance and dance in Asakusa.

Asakusa Geisha Performance

Performances run on selected Saturdays from April to November at the Asakusa Culture and Tourism Center.

Sumidagawa Fireworks Festival 2026

Find your seat at the big daddy of summer fireworks festivals in Tokyo. Be warned. There will be massive crowds.

Asakusa Tōrō Nagashi Lantern Floating

Asakusa Toro Nagashi is a beautiful evening event with candle-lit lanterns sent floating down the Sumida River.

Asakusa Samba Carnival 2026

Party it up at the Carnival in Tokyo! The Asakusa Samba Carnival offers dancing, music, and plenty of fun.

Free Geisha Dances (Ozashiki Odori) in Asakusa

A traditional geisha performance and dance in Asakusa.

Asakusa Kaminarimon Bon Dance

While you're visiting Sensōji Temple, why not join an outdoor dance party?

Free Geisha Dances (Ozashiki Odori) in Asakusa

A traditional geisha performance and dance in Asakusa.

Asakusa Kokusai Street Beat Festival

Drums are a big part of traditional Japanese festivals, and they're loved for a reason.

Free Geisha Dances (Ozashiki Odori) in Asakusa

A traditional geisha performance and dance in Asakusa.

Asakusa Tori-no-ichi Fair III

The third part of Asakusa's Tori-no-Ichi Fair.

Free Geisha Dances (Ozashiki Odori) in Asakusa

A traditional geisha performance and dance in Asakusa.

Free Geisha Dances (Ozashiki Odori) in Asakusa

A traditional geisha performance and dance in Asakusa.

Kappabashi Kitchenware Festival

Check out Tokyo's premier neighborhood for kitchen utensils at this festival with all the traditional Japanese fixings — and great food no doubt.

Asakusa Golden Dragon Dance (October)

A golden dragon comes to Sensōji Temple to brighten the cool autumn days.

Nyan Fes

Cat lovers should pounce on this festival, with cat themed merchandise and displays galore. Find the perfect gift for the furry friend in your life.

Asakusa Tori-no-ichi Fair I

The first part of Asakusa's Tori-no-Ichi Fair.

Hirosaki Neputa Asakusa Festival

If you can't get to Aomori for the Hirosaki Neputa Festival, the Hirosaki Neputa Asakusa Festival is the next best thing.