# Japanese summer Bon Odori festivals continue

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/japanese-summer-dance-festivals
> Updated: 2026-08-21T12:26:23.000Z. Sources: 18. Developments: 8.

As of late August, festivities continue in the Tachikawa and Tsuzuki regions. In Tachikawa, the Suwa Shrine Reitaisai is being held from August 21 to August 23; despite heavy rain and sudden downpours, the event has drawn significant crowds for traditional floats, portable shrines (mikoshi), food stalls, and a popular haunted house attraction. Local traffic restrictions are in place around Suwa Street.

In Tsuzuki Ward, a wide array of community festivals are scheduled, including the inaugural Chigadai Bon Odori on August 22, alongside celebrations at Eda Minami Elementary School, Sumiregaoka Elementary School, and Higashiyamada. Other scheduled activities include the Kawawadai Summer Festival at Momiji Park and various night markets and concerts at locations such as Edakin Shopping Street and Skip Hiroba.

In Edogawa, Tokyo, the Matsushima Higashi Neighborhood Association held its Bon Odori festival at Hikari Children's Playground. The event featured food stalls and local music, including the Komatsugawa Sakaigawa Ondo, a song specific to the Edogawa area, alongside traditional tracks like Tokyo Ondo and Tanko Bushi, as well as modern songs such as ‘Dancing Hero’.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-21: Matsushima Higashi Neighborhood Association hosts Bon Odori festival

The Matsushima Higashi Neighborhood Association hosted a Bon Odori festival in Edogawa, Tokyo, featuring local traditional music and food stalls.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/matsushima-higashi-neighborhood-association-hosts-bon-odori-festival

### 2026-08-21: Summer festivals held in Tachikawa and Tsuzuki regions

Summer festivals are being held across Tachikawa and Tsuzuki, Japan, featuring traditional shrine celebrations, food stalls, and community bon odori events despite unpredictable weather.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/summer-festivals-held-in-tachikawa-and-tsuzuki-regions

### 2026-08-15: Summer Bon Odori festivals scheduled in Ichikawa and Ogikubo

Local summer festivals and Bon Odori celebrations are being held in Ichikawa, Chiba, and Ogikubo, Tokyo, featuring traditional dancing and community activities.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/summer-bon-odori-festivals-scheduled-in-ichikawa-and-ogikubo

### 2026-07-29: Tokyo's Summer Bon Odori Festivals At Ryuun-ji and Tsukiji Hongwanji Draw Crowds

Tokyo hosts two major Bon Odori festivals in 2026: Ryuun‑ji in Setagaya (July 31‑Aug 1) and Tsukiji Hongwanji in Chuo (July 29‑Aug 1), featuring traditional songs, large dance circles and street food stalls.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tokyos-summer-bon-odori-festivals-at-ryuun-ji-and-tsukiji-hongwanji-draw-crowds

### 2026-07-27: Bon Dance festivals set for August 2026 in Tokyo’s Kabukicho and Yamaguchi’s Nagato Yumoto

Japan will host two major Bon Dance festivals in August 2026: Kabukicho in Tokyo (Aug 14‑15) with performances and cultural activities, and Nagato Yumoto in Yamaguchi (Aug 11) featuring dances, lantern rituals,

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bon-dance-festivals-set-for-august-2026-in-tokyos-kabukicho-and-yamaguchis-nagato-yumoto

### 2026-07-18: Bon Odori Summer Festivals Begin in Tokyo Region

Bon odori festivals opened in Kawasaki’s Odai Park and across Tokyo suburbs on July 17‑18, with local officials attending the community events.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bon-odori-summer-festivals-begin-in-tokyo-region

### 2026-07-10: Bon dance festivals attract thousands in Tokyo and Nagoya

Bon dance festivals in Tokyo’s East Tachikawa Park and Nagoya’s Meieki Parklet drew crowds, featuring dozens of traditional songs and local performances.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bon-dance-festivals-attract-thousands-in-tokyo-and-nagoya

### 2026-07-08: Free Summer Festivals in Tokyo and Saitama Offer Dance, Health and Music

Tokyo’s Ikebukuro will host a free Dance Diet Fest on July 20 with dance, healthy food and prizes; Saitama’s GMO Arena will hold a free FM NACK5 summer festival July 31‑Aug 2 featuring music, dance and stalls.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/free-summer-festivals-in-tokyo-and-saitama-offer-dance-health-and-music

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