Nezujinja reitaisai

Nezu shrine is best known for the 3000 or so Azaleas that blossom in spring. In September, what is said to be one of the 3 great Edo festivals is held here at Nezu shrine.


DATE 2015.9.19 (sat) - 20 (SUN)

Sanno Festival, the Nezu Shrine, which is counted in the Edo of three festival along with the Kanda Festival example festival.

1714, the Edo Shogunate six shogun Tokugawa Ienobu It is said the beginning that defining the festival of the shrine Nezu.
In the spring and crowded with many people bloom is azalea, a lot of stalls lined around the vast grounds of about 7,000 square meters, and enjoy the lively atmosphere of the festival unique, attach the flower festival in history. In addition example festival, Bunkyo designated intangible cultural assets, and San-zano-mai performances and Urayasu dance is done.

1706 to built the shrine, hall of worship, To-mon, etc. Toruhei-tower gate are extant remains of the time, as well tell the Edo of Shinto architecture, it has been designated as an important cultural property of the country.

There are many highlights which aren't only a festival in Nezu-jinja.

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