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薬師盆踊り大会

Bon Odori (Japanese summer festival dance) in Nakano City 中野区Tokyo

薬師盆踊り大会 is a Bon Odori (Japanese summer festival dance) held in Nakano City 中野区, Tokyo. The 2026 edition was held on Sat, Jul 18, 2026 – Sun, Jul 19, 2026, with the start at 18:00. The venue was Arai-Yakushi Park 新井薬師公園, and the nearest station was Seibu Shinjuku Line: Arai-Yakushi Sta. 西武新宿線｢新井薬師｣. Dates change every year; the next edition is announced by the organizer.

DateSat, Jul 18, 2026 – Sun, Jul 19, 2026
Start time18:00
End time21:00
VenueArai-Yakushi Park 新井薬師公園
PrefectureTokyo
AreaNakano City 中野区
Nearest stationSeibu Shinjuku Line: Arai-Yakushi Sta. 西武新宿線｢新井薬師｣
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Before you go

  • Bon Odori is a community dance. Visitors can usually join the circle for free — just copy the people in front of you.
  • Wear something comfortable. A yukata (light summer kimono) is welcome but not required.
  • Carry some cash: many food stalls do not take cards. Trains can be crowded after the event, so check the last train.
  • Dates, times and weather rules change every year and a rained-out event may be cancelled on the day. Check the organizer's official page before you go.

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