Jan 7, 2027 (estimated, based on annual schedule)Est. from last year
Otori Shrine
Taito, TokyoKanto
Mochi-pounding, nanakusa porridge, festival stalls and more
At Otori Shrine ("O-tori-sama") in Senzoku, Taito-ku, Tokyo, a New Year event organized by the shrine's young supporters' association is held in the grounds every January 7. It features mochi-pounding, nanakusa rice porridge, festival stalls and a lottery, drawing many visitors. Otori Shrine is an old shrine also famous for its November "Tori-no-Ichi" market. The official site confirms the event ran January 7 (Wed), 2026, 11:00-15:00, in the shrine grounds, continuing as an annual New Year tradition.
*The dates shown are estimates based on the previous year.
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