Only 10 Days to Go! Doon to Fukui in Kagurazaka: Echizen & Wakasa Festival 2025
- Shinya Yamada
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A Cultural and Culinary Celebration from Fukui Arrives in the Heart of Tokyo
Get ready! The beloved Doon to Fukui in Kagurazaka: Echizen & Wakasa Festival 2025 is returning soon to one of Tokyo’s most atmospheric neighborhoods.
The two-day event will be held on Saturday, November 22, and Sunday, November 23, 2025, across Kagurazaka Street, Akagi Shrine, and Zenkoku-ji Temple (Bishamonten) — rain or shine.
If you’re planning your itinerary for Tokyo events in November 2025, this is one not to miss. Organized by Fukui Prefecture and the Wakasa Bay Tourism Federation, the festival brings the charm, flavors, and artistry of Fukui right into the traditional townscape of Kagurazaka.
Fukui’s Famous Flavors Take Over Kagurazaka
A gourmet paradise awaits, featuring Fukui’s most celebrated specialties such as Echizen Crab, Wakasa Guji (tilefish), Wakasa Fugu (pufferfish), Grilled Mackerel Sushi, Fermented Mackerel (Heshiko), Pickled Sea Bream (Kodai Sasazuke), Oboro Kombu, Fukui Ume Plums, and Habutae Mochi. Visitors can also enter a lucky draw for a chance to win premium Wakasa Beef or Wakasa Fugu — a treat for food lovers searching for an authentic food festival Tokyo experience.
You can also enjoy limited-edition Tsuruga & Wakasa Lunches at popular Kagurazaka restaurant Tokyo favorites:
Noie – Grilled Wakasa Guji Set Meal
Umamonya – Soy Sauce Pork Cutlet Bowl
Kuzuryu Soba Honten – Oroshi Soba and Kaiko-don (Seiko Snow Crab Bowl) Set
The Kaiko-don, made with Seiko Crab, is especially recommended — a rare winter delicacy from Fukui that you can enjoy right here in Tokyo.
Dynamic Taiko Drums and Traditional Craft Live Stage
This year, the festival will feature a powerful Taiko performance by the Natasho Taiko Preservation Society, “Yuusuiren.” The rhythm of the drums will echo along Kagurazaka Dori (Street), filling the air with energy and excitement. These performances are always a favorite among both locals and international visitors.
Taiko Performance Schedule
Saturday, Nov 22・Around 11:45 – Akagi Shrine・13:30–14:00 / 15:30–16:00 – Bishamonten Zenkoku-ji Temple (indoor hall in case of rain)
Sunday, Nov 23・13:00–13:30 – In front of Risona Bank Kagurazaka Branch (indoor hall in case of rain)
The traditional craft idol group Sakurai-to will perform twice daily — once at Akagi Shrine and once at Bishamonten Zenkoku-ji Temple — adding a lively musical energy to the festival.
Hands-On Experience: Echizen Washi Paper Workshop
Inside the Akagi Shrine Gallery, visitors can try their hand at making crafts with Echizen Washi Paper, Fukui’s world-renowned handmade paper. You can create a Goshuin book, paper lantern, or panel, and even take home your own work of art. The display also includes Echizen Pottery, giving you a broader look at Fukui’s fine traditional craftsmanship.
Mini Workshop Menu
Goshuincho Book (Temple Stamp Book): ¥1,200
Paper Lantern: ¥1,000
Panel (Large): ¥2,000 / (Small): ¥1,500
Historical Connection Between Kagurazaka and Fukui
Did you know that Kagurazaka and Fukui have shared ties since the Edo period? In 1636, Tokugawa Iemitsu, the third shogun of the Tokugawa shogunate, ordered the construction of a road leading to the residence of Sakai Tadakatsu, lord of the Obama Domain (now Fukui Prefecture). That road became known as the Onari Dori, which today corresponds to Kagurazaka Street, the lively slope that still preserves its Edo charm.
Only 10 Days Left — Experience Fukui in the Heart of Tokyo!
The sound of Taiko drums, the aroma of freshly steamed crab, the delicate texture of handmade paper — every sense comes alive during this celebration of Fukui in Kagurazaka. Whether you love traditional culture, gourmet food, or crafts, this festival offers an authentic experience unlike any other in Tokyo.
With just 10 days to go, mark your calendar and come enjoy the vibrant spirit of Kagurazaka, where Edo history meets modern elegance.
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How to Access Kagurazaka
The Kagurazaka area is conveniently located within 30 minutes from any major station in Tokyo. This is because Kagurazaka is situated in the heart of Tokyo, at the center of the Yamanote Line. Please come and visit this convenient and charming Kagurazaka.
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