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Updated: January 27, 2026

41st Edo Nagashibina (Floating Ceremony of Paper Hina Dolls) 第41回 江戸流しびな

Azumabashi Waterside Terrace and Sumida Park, 1-2 Hanakawado, Taito City, Tokyo

2026-2-22

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Eastern Tokyo

Asakusa

It's believed that the ancient tradition of Edo Nagashibina has been practiced since the middle of the Heian period, meaning it has close to a thousand-year history. Performed on the Sumida River, which runs through the center of Tokyo, Edo Nagashibina passes on beloved traditions to the next generation, while offering prayers for the health, upbringing, and future of the children. During the ceremony, worries about accidents befalling children are transferred to dolls made out of paper or plant-based materials. The dolls are then floated downriver to be purified.

700 people selected from a pool of applicants are allowed to participate in the ceremony. Before the main event, kids from local kindergartens and the BFC (Boys and Girls Fire Club) are allowed to partake in their own ceremony and release dolls from the waterside terrace.

This event is organized by the Edo Nagashibina Promotion Association.

How to Get There

  • Asakusa Station | 5min on foot
    Tokyo Metro Ginza Line
  • Asakusa Station | 5min on foot
    Tobu SKYTREE Line
  • Toei Bus

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Opening Hours
  • 11:30-13:00 (Reception time:11:00～12:30)
Price

Free Note: Only the first 700 applicants are allowed to take part.

For more information on applications, please see the official event website. The application deadline is February 15. If taking part on the day, please purchase a Nagashibina doll for 1,000 yen at reception.

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

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