# Lantern festivals in Tokyo and Saitama

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/lantern-festivals-in-tokyo-and-saitama
> Updated: 2026-10-10T22:41:44.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Various lantern festivals are being held in the Tokyo and Saitama regions of Japan.

In Tama City, the ‘Tama Lantern Festival 2026’ took place on October 10 and 11 in the Toyogaoka and Kaidori areas. The event aimed to revitalize the local community and highlight the charm of the Tama New Town area. The main venue, Tama Hakkakudo, was illuminated by approximately 200 colorful Vietnamese lanterns provided with cooperation from Namerikawa City, Toyama Prefecture. The event included international food stalls, handmade goods markets, and interactive art installations.

In Kawajima Town, the ‘Kawajima Lantern Festival 2026’ is scheduled for October 24 at Heisei no Mori Park. The event features stage performances, food stalls, and workshops, culminating in a sky lantern launch at 18:00. Free lantern-making workshops will be available for participants earlier in the day.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-10: Lantern festivals held in Kawajima and Tama, Japan

Lantern festivals are being held in Kawajima Town and Tama City, Japan, featuring sky lantern launches, Vietnamese lanterns, and community-focused cultural events.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lantern-festivals-held-in-kawajima-and-tama-japan

### 2026-10-04: Kannon religious festivals offer rare access to cultural treasures in Japan

Cultural festivals in Japan are offering rare public access to Kannon statues, including a national treasure in Nagahama and a historic bronze lantern in Sano City.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kannon-religious-festivals-offer-rare-access-to-cultural-treasures-in-japan

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