The winter edition of the Akōgishisai — a festival commemorating the 47 rōnin (or masterless samurai) — happens at Sengakuji temple, the very same place to which the 47 loyal samurai took their enemy’s severed head and which holds their graves.
Don’t expect any colourful re-enactments, this is a serious religious event with a graveside ceremony starting at 11 a.m. and then a ritual tea ceremony and a memorial service taking place at the main hall from noon.
For an in depth look at the historical rendition and what to expect at the festival, read our article: “There were only 46: The 47 Loyal Samurai and their festival“
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14th Dec, 2023
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11:00am – 1:00pm
冬の義士祭
Free
Official site
⚠️ Link in Japanese
- 311 m from Sengakuji Station Asakusa Line (A7)Keikyū Main Line (KK0)
- 488 m from Takanawa Gateway Station Yamanote Line (JY26)Keihin-Tōhoku Line (JK21)
- 0.6 km from Shirokanetakanawa Station Namboku Line (N3)Mita Line (I3)
Typical weather at this time:
High: 14 ºC
Low: 3 ºC
