November Shakoya (Candy Craft Experience & Sake Tasting)

Asakusa Shrine holds "Shakoya" every month, opening its shrine office as a place of learning with the aim of passing on Japan's traditional culture. It is a shrine version of a "terakoya" (a temple school), and anyone from children to adults can take part.

November Program

In November, the Niiname-sai (harvest thanksgiving festival) is held, and it is also the time when many children visit the shrine for Shichi-Go-San. This time, you can enjoy the following two experiences.

• Candy craft experience (for children): "Ameshin," who has nurtured candy craft as a traditional craft of Asakusa, will assist. Adults will mainly watch the demonstration.
• Sake tasting: Compare Japanese sake brewed from the harvested rice and learn about the differences in flavor and body depending on the rice.

Event Details

• Date: Sunday, November 1, 2026
• Time: Candy craft experience from 16:00; sake tasting from 17:30 (about 2 hours)
• Capacity: 40 people
• Participation fee: Free

Bare feet are not allowed inside the shrine office, so please wear socks or stockings. Applications are accepted via the reservation form, by phone, or in person at the shrine office.