Ebara Shrine Tenno-sai (Kappa Festival) 2026
6/5(金) 〜 6/7(日)
Ebara Shrine, 2-30-28 Kita-Shinagawa, Shinagawa, Tokyo
A traditional annual grand festival held every June at Ebara Shrine in Shinagawa, Tokyo. Originating from the enshrinement of Gozu Tenno from Kyoto's Yasaka Shrine in 1247, this historic festival's biggest highlight is the sea mikoshi procession - the only one in Tokyo where a sacred mask is worn on the mikoshi during an ocean crossing. Named 'Kappa Festival' after the water deity's messenger, the kappa. On the final day, 13 mikoshi from parish associations parade through Shinagawa in a magnificent spectacle.。
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Address
Ebara Shrine, 2-30-28 Kita-Shinagawa, Shinagawa, Tokyo
Official Information
http://ebarajinja.org/maturi/Get Ready
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The sea mikoshi procession (carrying the mikoshi into the shallows at Odaiba Park) is the biggest highlight and the only one of its kind in Tokyo. On the final day, the combined procession of 13 mikoshi features the distinctive 'Jonan-katsugi' carrying style, creating a powerful spectacle as they parade through the streets.
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Originated in 1247 (Hoji 1) with the enshrinement of Gozu Tenno from Kyoto's Yasaka Shrine. During the Edo period, it was celebrated grandly as a highlight of Edo's summer festivals. The sacred mask is said to have been discovered in the waters off Shinagawa in the first year of Horeki, and is also the origin of the place name 'Tennouzu.'
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Originated in 1247 with the enshrinement of Gozu Tenno. Known as a highlight of Edo's grand summer festivals during the Edo period. Has continued uninterrupted since the Meiji era, established as Shinagawa's signature festival. 2020-2022 saw reduced scale due to COVID-19, with a full-scale revival in 2023 after 4 years. Held on the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday closest to June 7.
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3-minute walk from Keikyu Shinbanba Station. Also within walking distance from JR Oimachi Station.
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The sea mikoshi procession draws the largest crowds. It's advisable to secure a spot early. The final day's combined mikoshi procession also attracts many spectators.
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You may get splashed during the sea mikoshi viewing. Wear comfortable, active clothing.
Visitor Report
Ebara Shrine's Tenno-sai is known for its sea mikoshi procession, the only one in Tokyo, attracting many spectators every year. Participants say 'the sight of young men carrying the mikoshi through splashing water is thrilling' and 'the spectacle of 13 mikoshi parading through Shinagawa is magnificent.' The 2023 edition marked the first full-scale event in 4 years after COVID-19, with extraordinary local excitement. Popular with visitors from afar as well as locals for its ability to feel the history of Shinagawa-juku. The distinctive rhythm of the Jonan-katsugi carrying style and the mikoshi's energy are described as 'a precious experience preserving Edo's festival culture.'
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