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Asakusa Kokusai-dori Beat Festival 2026
浅草国際通りビートフェスティバル2026
Experience the powerful rhythms of Wadaiko drums and Eisa dancing along the vibrant streets of Asakusa.
Schedule
September 13, 2026 00:00 – September 13, 2026 23:59
Guide5 min read
The Asakusa Kokusai-dori Beat Festival (also known as Beat Street) is a high-energy music and performance festival held along the iconic Kokusai-dori street in Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo.
Highlights
Asakusa SightseeingWadaiko ParadeEisa Dance
About Asakusa Kokusai-dori Beat Festival 2026
- Combine with Asakusa Sightseeing: Since the venue is within walking distance of major sites like Senso-ji Temple and Kaminarimon Gate, a perfect itinerary is to visit these landmarks in the morning and enjoy the festival in the afternoon.
- Find a Great View for the Parade: The parade begins at 13:10. To experience the most powerful parts of the performance, we recommend identifying the parade route in advance to secure a good viewing spot.
- Use the View Beat Deck: The open space on the 2nd floor of the Asakusa View Hotel offers a different vantage point from the street level. This is ideal for those who want to enjoy the event in a slightly more relaxed environment away from the crowds.
Weather forecast
Sat
9/5
25°/21°
100%
Sun
9/6
24°/21°
84%
Mon
9/7
27°/22°
98%
Tue
9/8
31°/25°
43%
Wed
9/9
31°/22°
82%
Thu
9/10
22°/20°
80%
Fri
9/11
26°/20°
48%
Tips
Clothing
As the event focuses on watching outdoor parades, comfortable walking shoes and casual clothing are highly recommended.
Access
The venue is very easy to reach via public transport, being about a 10-minute walk from Asakusa Station (Tsukuba Express/Asakusa Line) or Tawaramachi Station (Ginza Line).
