Experience Mikoshi Parade in Kichijoji, Tokyo!
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Experience Mikoshi Parade in Kichijoji, Tokyo! On September 13 and 14, the “Kichijoji Autumn Festival” is held. It’s a great opportunity to experience a traditional festival featuring the parade of Mikoshi portable shrines. You’ll watch as many as 11 Mikoshi, one from Musashino Hachimangu Shrine and 10 from each district of the town. Every Mikoshi group has its own distinctive style of carrying and shouting. At the highlight, all Mikoshi gather and demonstrate their performances. Join this tour and your guide will tell you all about this festival and show you around the town which is full of festival atmosphere. On the 13th you can take part in carrying a Mikoshi with the townspeople and parade it around the town. Don’t miss this chance! Kichijoji is only 15 minutes by train from Shinjuku and Shibuya. Why not visit this popular town after your visit to Ghibli Museum or Inokashira Park?2 hours
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Adult : 1
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Food and drink : Snacks. Snacks
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Kichijoji Daiyagai
Kichijoji Honcho, Musashino, Japan, 180-0004One of the major shopping streets in Kichijoji. You join mikoshi carrying here.
On September 13, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., you wear a Hanten festival jacket and join the townspeople in carrying the Mikoshi and parading around the town. You’ll be a Mikoshi carrier! 1 hour 40 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Musashino Hachimangu
1-1-23 Kichijojihigashicho, , Musashino, Japan, 180-0002This shrine is the guardian shrine of Kichijoji. It is said to have been founded in the 8th century. After the Great Meireki Fire in the 17th century, people in Edo who lost their homes were ordered to move to this area and built a village. Since then, this Musashino Hachimangu has been the guardian shrine of this town, Kichijoji. Local people visit this shrine and pray in various occasions such as New Year’s Day, Festivals, family events and New Year’s Eve.
On September 14, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., you visit Musashino Hachimangu shrine to learn about the shrine and the festival. Then stroll through the town in a festival mood and see a demonstration of all Mikoshi, the highlight of the festival.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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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.View Location
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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.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketOn September 13, from 2:30pm to 4:30pm, watch a Shinto ritual of putting the spirits into Mikoshi. On September 14, from 3pm to 6pm, wear Hanten festival jacket and carry Mikoshi with townspeople. On September 15, from 3pm to 5pm, experience the custom of dedication, and receive hospitality from the townspeople.Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Tokyo time to receive 100% refund.
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