Bon Odori Festival at Tokyo Daijingu (August 7th and 8th, 2024)
Bon Odori Festival at Tokyo Daijingu (August 7th and 8th, 2024) Join the Daijingu Bon Odori Festival 2024: A Free, Family-Friendly Summer Event On August 7th (Wednesday) and 8th (Thursday), the “Daijingu Bon Odori Festival 2024” will be held in the grounds of Tokyo Daijingu Shrine. The local folk song association will give lessons so everyone can enjoy dancing. We invite foreign tourists to join this traditional Japanese summer event, “Bon Odori.” Participation is free, and children are welcome. Discover the Unique Bon Odori Tradition at Tokyo Daijingu: Over 50 Years of History and Festivities This is the only Bon Odori event around Iidabashi, and it has a history of over 50 years. Every year, it attracts many children and local residents. In addition to classic songs like “Tanko Bushi” and “Tokyo Ondo,” new songs have also been added, making the variety of dances a key attraction. The drums are performed live by groups such as Fujimi School’s Fujimi Wanpaku Drummers, Ichijo Drummers, and Akiyama Society. There will also be stalls selling beer and local foods, allowing you to enjoy the atmosphere of a Japanese festival fully. Bon Odori is a traditional event in Japan where we welcome the spirits