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Kanda Matsuri: a festival near Akihabara

Kanda Matsuri is one of Tokyo's big shrine festivals, a short walk from Akihabara. Learn what happens, where to stand and what to check first.

Updated Oct 10, 2026 · Festivals · TokyoRead the post

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