The 19th Asakusa Toro Festival (Lantern Festival)

The 19th Asakusa Toro Festival (Lantern Festival) has begun, with lantern light brightening the streets of Asakusa, centered on Asakusa Shrine, from sunset until 21:30.

Held each year from the end of summer into autumn, the festival has become a well-established tradition. Lanterns lining the shrine grounds and surrounding streets create a magical atmosphere. Its appeal lies in the distinctive charm of Asakusa at night, which is different from the bustle of the daytime.

The festival runs for one week, from September 19 to 26, 2026, with the lanterns lit from sunset until 21:30. It is a good time to stop by to round off a day of sightseeing in Asakusa, or on your way home from work.

Coming just after major summer events such as the Asakusa Samba Carnival and the Kaminarimon Bon Odori, the festival is loved by locals as an event that quietly signals the arrival of autumn. It is also a popular photo spot, and this is the season when more posts appear on social media.