When is ASAKUSA CULTURE & LIGHTS 2026?

Oct 30 (Fri) – Nov 3 (Tue, holiday)

What are the opening hours of ASAKUSA CULTURE & LIGHTS 2026?

18:00–21:30 Check the official page for closed days and last admission.

How much does ASAKUSA CULTURE & LIGHTS 2026 cost?

Projection mapping free (special viewing of Denpoin Garden is paid, e.g. adults ¥2,500)

Where is ASAKUSA CULTURE & LIGHTS 2026 and what is the nearest station?

It is held at Senso-ji Temple Main Hall and Hozomon Gate. The nearest station is Asakusa Sta..

ASAKUSA CULTURE & LIGHTS 2026

Japanese title: ASAKUSA CULTURE & LIGHTS 2026（浅草カルチャー&ライツ 2026）

Senso-ji Temple Main Hall and Hozomon Gate (Asakusa Sta.) · Free

A roughly 6-minute projection on Senso-ji's Main Hall and Hozomon Gate, based on votive paintings, the Kanbun Engi scroll and ukiyo-e. Free, no booking. A paid special viewing of the normally closed Denpoin Garden runs at the same time (9:00–21:00).

Dates: Oct 30 (Fri) – Nov 3 (Tue, holiday)
Time: 18:00–21:30
Price: Projection mapping free (special viewing of Denpoin Garden is paid, e.g. adults ¥2,500)
Venue: Senso-ji Temple Main Hall and Hozomon Gate
Nearest station: Asakusa Sta.

Check closed days and last admission on the official page before you go.

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About this event

Projection mapping themed on the 1,400-year history and culture of Senso-ji temple. Different videos of about 6 minutes each are projected in turn on the Main Hall and the Hozomon Gate, with motifs from large votive paintings, the illustrated temple origin scroll "Kanbun Engi," and ukiyo-e connected to Senso-ji. During the same period, there are special (paid) viewings of the usually closed Denboin Garden and Ema-do votive picture hall.

Highlights

Separate videos of about 6 minutes on the Main Hall and Hozomon Gate. The first-ever projection on the Main Hall
The mapping shows the same video whenever you go
The special viewing includes the usually closed Denboin Garden and the Ema-do, with about 50 large votive paintings
A sea-of-clouds effect in the garden for about 10 minutes, roughly every 30 minutes
At night, garden illumination and the dance performance "Kinryu Yakai"

Good for: People interested in Asakusa's history or temple culture, and anyone who wants to walk around Asakusa at night

Good to know

It is crowded right after the start, so a later time is recommended
Projection goes ahead in rain, but may be paused or cancelled in stormy weather
Tripods, selfie sticks, flash and drones are not allowed
Photography is allowed in the garden but not in the Ema-do. There are many steps and it is not barrier-free

Summarized from the official page and press materials.

Distance from major stations

From Asakusa: 0.3 km, about 5 min on foot
From Tawaramachi: 0.8 km, about 12 min on foot
From Iriya: 1.3 km, about 21 min on foot
From Inaricho: 1.3 km, about 21 min on foot

Distances are straight-line; times are rough estimates.

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FAQ

What is ASAKUSA CULTURE & LIGHTS 2026?: Projection mapping themed on the 1,400-year history and culture of Senso-ji temple. Different videos of about 6 minutes each are projected in turn on the Main Hall and the Hozomon Gate, with motifs from large votive paintings, the illustrated temple origin scroll "Kanbun Engi," and ukiyo-e connected to Senso-ji. During the same period, there are special (paid) viewings of the usually closed Denboin Garden and Ema-do votive picture hall.
When is ASAKUSA CULTURE & LIGHTS 2026?: Oct 30 (Fri) – Nov 3 (Tue, holiday)
What are the opening hours of ASAKUSA CULTURE & LIGHTS 2026?: 18:00–21:30 Check the official page for closed days and last admission.
How much does ASAKUSA CULTURE & LIGHTS 2026 cost?: Projection mapping free (special viewing of Denpoin Garden is paid, e.g. adults ¥2,500)
Where is ASAKUSA CULTURE & LIGHTS 2026 and what is the nearest station?: It is held at Senso-ji Temple Main Hall and Hozomon Gate. The nearest station is Asakusa Sta..

Checked against the official page on October 27, 2026. Titles and descriptions are our own translations.

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