The Asakusabashi Kohaku Marronnier Matsuri (Red and White Chestnut Festival) is a local community festival held annually in the middle of May each year where locals of all ages come out to celebrate what is great about the local neighbourhood. There are lots of performances throughout the festival, food stalls selling typical festival food like karaage and yakisoba, a parade and even a market with local shop owners that is supposed to represent a miniature Asakusabashi.
It is a nice, community festival to visit that is uncrowded but has lots going on especially if you arrive at 10am like we did for a chance to see the opening ceremony. Watch the video below to get an idea of the lively festival.
Kylie Plester @kylie.plester
Currently in Japan on a Working Holiday Visa and absolutely loving it. Keen to help other people with travelling Japan.
