Temples & Shrines
Shirasagi-no-mai (Senso-ji Temple)
Shirasagi No Mai Sensoji
Experience the rare Shirasagi-no-mai, a traditional dance performed only twice a year at Senso-ji Temple.TokyoTemples & Shrines
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The Shirasagi-no-mai (Dance of the White Heron) is an extraordinary ritual performed within the grounds of Senso-ji Temple only twice a year.
What makes it special
November seasonal eventTwice-a-year raritySenso-ji traditionsAutumn sightseeing in TokyoJapanese seasonal rituals
About Shirasagi-no-mai (Senso-ji Temple)
- Plan your visit for November to catch this special seasonal event.
- Check the specific dates in advance, as the dance is held only twice a year.
- Combine your visit with local sightseeing in the Asakusa area to make the most of your trip to this historic temple.