Must-See Events in Kagurazaka
Kagurazaka is home to some of the most famous restaurants in Tokyo. Many of them are starred restaurants, so you will never have a problem eating there.
With a wide variety of restaurants to choose from, you will never get bored and will make your trip to Tokyo one of the most memorable experiences of your life.
Kagurazaka Matsuri (Kagurazaka Festival):
Held annually in July, this is one of the most famous events in Kagurazaka. The festival includes a Hozuki-ichi (ground cherry market) and traditional Awa Odori dancing, where locals and tourists can enjoy parades of dancers dressed in beautiful costumes moving through the streets.
Kagurazaka Street Performances (Kagurazaka Street Stage Oedo Tour):
This event, usually held in the fall, features street performances such as traditional Japanese music, rakugo (comic storytelling), and other forms of street entertainment, bringing a festive atmosphere to the entire district.
Kagurazaka Art+Life Street (Kagurazaka Art Festa):
An event dedicated to art and culture, where local artists showcase their work, and the streets of Kagurazaka turn into an outdoor gallery. It’s a wonderful opportunity for visitors to experience modern and traditional Japanese art.
New Year’s Celebrations and Hatsumode:
At the beginning of the year, many visitors come to Kagurazaka to visit local shrines for their first prayers of the year, known as hatsumode. The streets are filled with people in traditional attire enjoying the festive mood.