Top Tori-no-ichi Festivals in Tokyo

Tokyo Events

Tori-no-ichi festivals are traditional Japanese open-air markets take place on the days of the rooster (tori-no-hi) in November according to the Chinese calendar. This festival first originated in the late Edo period, and the main feature of tori-no-ichi is the scene of venders selling colorfully decorated kumade (rake shaped bamboo charms). It's a tradition of welcoming the New Year in Japan, and people visit tori-no-ichi to pray for good luck and good business. Tori-no-ichi are held at many shrines and temples mainly in Tokyo and Kanto region. Here is a list of popular places for tori-no-ichi in Tokyo.