40th Asakusa Samba Carnival Parade and Contest 第40回浅草サンバカーニバルパレードコンテスト

Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo

2025-8-30

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Asakusa

In 2025, the Asakusa Samba Carnival will take place for the 40th time, and Japan and Brazil will celebrate 130 years of diplomatic relations. It's an anniversary year.

The Asakusa Samba Carnival,marking the end of summer in Asakusa, has steadily developed since 1981 with the support of locals, who love a little boisterousness. Modeled on the Rio De Janeiro Carnival in Brazil, it has grown into one of the largest samba carnivals in the northern hemisphere thanks to the enthusiastic efforts of the participating teams. This event now attracts some half-a-million visitors annually. Feel the passion of the impressive percussion (bateria), dynamic dancers, songs that enliven the carnival, gorgeously decorated floats (alegoria), and samba rhythms reverberating through Asakusa.

Photo courtesy of the Asakusa Samba Carnival Executive Committee

How to Get There

Tawaramachi Station | 3 min on foot
Ginza Line

Asakusa Station | 1 min on foot
Ginza Line | Asakusa Line | Tobu Skytree Line

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Opening Hours	13:00– Canceled only in case of heavy rain. Parade timing is subject to change. Parade participation requires prior registration.
Price	Free

Please check the official event website for the latest updates on opening dates and times, prices, and other information.

40th Asakusa Samba Carnival Parade and Contest 第40回浅草サンバカーニバル パレードコンテスト

How to Get There

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40th Asakusa Samba Carnival Parade and Contest 第40回浅草サンバカーニバルパレードコンテスト