Asakusa Tori no Ichi (Second Rooster Day)

浅草酉の市

Tokyo · Kanto

Tori-no-Ichi runs only on the Days of the Rooster in November — in 2026 that is just two dates, Saturday 7 November and Thursday 19 November, with nothing happening in between. Held at Ohtori Shrine and the adjoining Chokoku-ji in Asakusa, this is Tokyo's largest and busiest rooster market, and it runs a full 24 hours on each of those days, from midnight to midnight. Stalls sell kumade — ornately decorated bamboo rakes meant to rake in fortune for the coming year — and each sale is sealed with a rhythmic hand-clapping ceremony. Around 800,000 people pass through across the two nights. In 2027 there are three Rooster days: 2, 14 and 26 November.

Dates: November 19Dates follow the event's usual annual pattern — confirm with the organizer before you travel.
Location: Tokyo · Kanto
Nearest station: Iriya Station · 7 min walk
Crowd level: National attendance
Entry: Free entry
Official site: otorisama.or.jp

What to expect

The air buzzes with excitement as visitors browse vibrant yatai stalls under the glow of lanterns, while the rhythmic clapping of hands echoes around the shrine as people purchase kumade rakes for good fortune.

Best viewing tips

Visit after sunset for the most atmospheric experience, when the lanterns are lit. The best time to see the vibrant kumade displays is in the evening when the stalls are fully set up.

How to get there

From Tokyo Station · ~16 min by car

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