This immersive 4K video captures the vibrant sights and sounds of the 2025 Torigoe Shrine Grand Festival (鳥越神社大祭) in Tokyo’s Taito Ward, focusing on the spectacular night procession of the Sengan Mikoshi (千貫神輿), one of Tokyo’s heaviest and most famous portable shrines. Recorded on June 8th, 2025, around 6:00 pm, viewers are taken on a walk through the lively streets during the evening festivities, providing a street-level perspective with natural audio and 8K camera quality.

The journey begins along Kuramaebashi-dori, a major avenue near the festival site, featuring bustling night market food stalls and lively crowds. Throughout the video, festival highlights include the striking lanterns (高張り提灯), the appearance of the Sarutahiko (a mythical tengu figure), and the critical moment when the Sengan Mikoshi completes its main shrine procession (本社渡御) and enters the Torigoe Shrine precincts (宮入り). As viewers follow the tightly organized mikoshi bearers through heavy security and barricades, the atmosphere of tradition combined with modern Tokyo is palpable.

Torigoe Shrine, located in Torigoe, Taito-ku (東京都台東区鳥越), is renowned for hosting one of Tokyo’s most intense mikoshi parades. During its annual June festival, thousands gather to witness the Sengan Mikoshi—estimated to weigh over one ton—hoisted by teams of exuberant participants, symbolizing the spirit and unity of the community. The surrounding Taito area is known for its well-preserved Shitamachi (old downtown) atmosphere, blending historic charm with the urban energy of modern Tokyo. For travelers, the event offers an authentic look at Japanese Shinto traditions, local street food culture, and the communal life unique to Tokyo’s traditional neighborhoods.