Japan Info Swap Blog

It’s finally heating up, which in Japan means the return of bugs, humidity, cool biz, and (my personal favorite) festivals! From tiny towns to massive metropolises, nearly every corner of the country bursts into celebration, and Tokyo, with its deep cultural roots and buzzing energy, has more than its fair share.

One of Japan’s three great Shinto festivals—alongside Kyoto’s Gion Matsuri and Osaka’s Tenjin Matsuri—is Kanda Matsuri, held in central Tokyo’s Kanda neighborhood and celebrated at Kanda Myojin Shrine.

History …