Cultural Festivals

41st Asakusa Samba Carnival

Name: 41st Asakusa Samba Carnival
Start: 2026-09-26
End: 2026-09-27
Location: Asakusa Ikizanmai, Taito

Sat, Aug 29, 12:38–13:10 · Sat, Aug 29, 15:00–17:00 · Sep 26 – Sep 27 · Asakusa Ikizanmai, Taito · Tokyo

Dates

Sat, Aug 29, 2026, 12:38–13:10
Sat, Aug 29, 2026, 15:00–17:00
Sep 26 – Sep 27, 2026

About this event

Summary
Experience the vibrant Asakusa Samba Carnival, a major summer event inspired by Rio de Janeiro since 1981, attracting over 500,000 visitors annually.

Highlights
• Powerful batucada bands and dynamic dancers
• Elaborate "allegorical" floats showcasing cultural themes
• Participation of Gunma-chan, a municipal character performing "Gunma-chan Ba!"
• Community-supported festival celebrating samba rhythms
• Special membership recognition for participants at the Gunma-chan booth
• Dazzling costumes and passionate performances filling the streets of Asakusa

Organizer's websiteasakusa-samba.org

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