Tako Ichi (Hatsu Uma/Tokyo Kite Fair)

(凧市(初午))

Date

FROM 2019.02.2
TO 2019.02.7

Description

This ritual dating back to the Edo period, features many kites along with kite shaped talismans for protecting against fires. Locals gather at this Shrine to buy what is called "hibuse no tako" to protect against fires.

Location

Kita City
Tokyo

Access Map (アクセスと地図)