Divine palanquins swaying through Haneda’s summer night

Basic Information

Haneda Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Tokyo’s Ota Ward. It is dedicated to the deities Susanoo-no-Mikoto and Inari-no-Mikoto, and is considered the guardian shrine of Haneda area.

• Address: 3-9-12 Honhaneda, Ota-ku, Tokyo
• Phone Number: 03-3741-0023
• Access: 5-minute walk from Keikyu Da鳥居 Station
• Festival Days: July 27th (Sat), July 28th (Sun), July 29th (Mon), 2024

Main Events and Attractions of the Festival

The Haneda Shrine Summer Festival is a lively and colorful event that attracts thousands of visitors each year. The festival features a variety of traditional Japanese entertainment, including:

Mikoshi Procession

The highlight of the festival is the mikoshi procession, where portable shrines are carried through the streets of Haneda by teams of people. The mikoshi are elaborately decorated with colorful tapestries and streamers, and they are accompanied by music and dancing.

Yatai (Food Stalls)

During the festival, the streets of Haneda are lined with yatai, or food stalls, selling a variety of traditional Japanese foods. Visitors can enjoy everything from yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) to takoyaki (octopus balls) to kakigori (shaved ice with syrup).

Bon Odori (Bon Dance)

In the evenings, there is a bon odori, or Bon dance, in the festival grounds. Bon odori is a traditional Japanese folk dance that is performed during the Obon festival, which is a time to honor the spirits of the dead. Visitors are welcome to join in the dancing, and it is a great way to experience Japanese culture.

Fireworks Display

The festival concludes with a spectacular fireworks display over the Tama River. The fireworks are launched from a barge in the river, and they light up the night sky with their brilliant colors.

• Mikoshi Procession: Portable shrines are carried through the streets of Haneda, accompanied by music and dancing.
• Yatai (Food Stalls): Food stalls line the streets, selling traditional Japanese foods like yakitori, takoyaki, and kakigori.
• Bon Odori (Bon Dance): Traditional Japanese folk dance performed during the Obon festival. Visitors are welcome to join in.
• Fireworks Display: The festival concludes with a spectacular fireworks display over the Tama River.

Blessings and Deities

Haneda Shrine is dedicated to the deities Susanoo-no-Mikoto and Inari-no-Mikoto. Susanoo-no-Mikoto is the god of the sea and storms, while Inari-no-Mikoto is the god of rice and sake. Visitors to the shrine can pray for good luck in these areas, as well as for general good fortune and prosperity.

Origin and History

The origins of Haneda Shrine are unknown, but it is believed to have been founded sometime during the Kamakura period (1185-1333). The shrine was originally located on the banks of the Tama River, but it was moved to its current location in 1664. Haneda Shrine has been a popular place of worship for centuries, and it is especially revered by people in the aviation industry, as it is considered to be the guardian shrine of Haneda Airport.

Tips and Notes for Visitors

Here are some tips and notes for visitors to Haneda Shrine:

• The shrine is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Admission is free.
• There is a small museum on the shrine grounds that displays artifacts related to the history of Haneda Shrine and the surrounding area.
• The shrine is a popular spot for weddings and other ceremonies.
• There are several restaurants and shops in the area surrounding the shrine.

Parking Information

There is a small parking lot available for visitors to Haneda Shrine. The parking lot is located on the north side of the shrine, and it can accommodate about 15 cars. The parking fee is 300 yen per day.

Popular Stalls and Food Carts in Recent Years