Did You Know You Can View Fireflies in Kagurazaka, Central Tokyo?
Fireflies Are Coming to Kagurazaka, Central Tokyo in July
Did you know that you can enjoy firefly viewing in Kagurazaka, Shinjuku ward, in central Tokyo? This year, fireflies will be coming to Canal Café once again. Fireflies are insects known for their bioluminescence, and in Japan, they are commonly referred to as Genji Fireflies (Nipponoluciola cruciata). These adult fireflies emerge in early summer, making fireflies a symbol of the summer season in Japan.
As a result of efforts to purify the moat of Edo Castle, Canal Café has become a place where fireflies are born and raised each year starting in late June. To coincide with the time when fireflies start to dance, adult fireflies will be released on the deck side of Canal Café. In 2024, the firefly viewing events are scheduled for July 5th (Fri), 6th (Sat), 12th (Fri), and 13th (Sat).
This year, you can also enjoy a garden designed by Kazuyuki Ishihara, a renowned garden designer. Ishihara has won 12 gold medals at the Chelsea Flower Show, the world’s leading gardening event held in the UK. He was also praised by the late Queen Elizabeth II as a “green magician,” earning him international acclaim.
Why not enjoy the combination of fireflies and a beautiful garden in Kagurazaka? This is a rare opportunity that is available for only four days. Please come to Kagurazaka and take this chance to experience it. Also, consider our Kagurazaka walking tours and Izakaya hopping tours before or after the firefly viewing.
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How to Access Kagurazaka
The Kagurazaka area is conveniently located within 30 minutes from any major station in Tokyo. This is because Kagurazaka is situated in the heart of Tokyo, at the center of the Yamanote Line. Please come and visit this convenient and charming Kagurazaka.