Asakusa Sanja Matsuri (Sanja Festival) 2023
General view, Asakusa Sanja Matsuri
Asakusa Sanja Matsuri is an annual festival which takes place every year on the third weekend of May in the Asakusa district of Tokyo, Japan. This festival is known as one of the "Three Great Shinto Festivals in Tokyo ". This festival is known as one of the "Three Great Shinto Festivals in Tokyo". Mainly, Sanja Matsuri celebrates the founding of Senso-ji Temple. During the festival, visitors can witness energetic processions, featuring colorful portable shrines called mikoshi, traditional music, and lively performances. Asakusa Sanja Matsuri is an event that showcases the rich cultural heritage of Japan.