5 May. Kachiyasai (Katori Shrine) MAP21 3~4 Mar.~Apr. Tokyo Marathon Oedo Fukagawa Sakura Matsuri(Kurofune Bridge) 2 Feb. Setsubunsai (Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine/Kameido Tenjin Shrine) Fukagawa Hanachozu in winter(Monzen-nakacho) 1 Jan. Usokae Shinji (Kameido Tenjin Shrine) The Seasons of Koto There are a variety of events and seasonal flowers and plants that can be enjoyed throughout the year in Koto City. Come for a stroll and experience the changing seasons and traditional culture firsthand. Usokae Shinji Usokae Ritual Visitors to the shrine can purchase wooden amulets carved to look like uso, a bird that is said to bring happiness. Kameido Tenjin Shrine MAP 8 Oedo Fukagawa Sakura Matsuri Oedo Fukagawa Cherry Blossom Festival The cherry blossom-lined riverside is truly gorgeous here. Ride a traditional Japanese boat and see the cherry blossoms up close as branches reach down to the river. Near Kurofune Bridge and other areas MAP17 Setsubunsai Setsubun Festival Also known as the bean throwing festival, beans imbued with the power of the gods are thrown as part of a ritual to drive away evil spirits and bring good health to one’s home. If you get some, you’ll have good luck! Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine MAP16 Fukagawa Hachiman Matsuri Fukagawa Hachiman Festival During this festival, parishioners of Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine carry portable shrines through the streets. Because the persons carrying the shrine are sprayed with water, it is also known as the water throwing festival. Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine MAP16 MAP ↓ P14 - 15 12
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