New Year in Tokyo: hatsumode & countdowns (Nov 2026–Jan 2027)

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Hatsumode shrine visits, New Year's Eve bells and New Year events in and around Tokyo.

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8 New Year events in and around Tokyo from 1 Nov 2026–7 Jan 2027. Popular picks: “ULTRA HEROES EXPO 2027 NEW YEAR FESTIVAL IN TOKYO DOME CITY”, “Torigoe Shrine New Year's Visit”, “Asakusa Temple New Year's Visit”.

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ULTRA HEROES EXPO 2027 NEW YEAR FESTIVAL IN TOKYO DOME CITY25 Dec 2026–3 Jan 2027 · Tokyo Dome CityDaily live shows with the main cast
Torigoe Shrine New Year's Visit1 Jan–15 Jan · Torigoe ShrineVisit ancient shrine over 1,000 years old to pray for blessings.
Asakusa Temple New Year's Visit1 Jan–7 Jan · SensojiNew Year's worship starting at midnight on January 1st; draw fortune lots and purchase amulets and talismans.
Tokyo Daijingu New Year's Visit1 Jan–3 Jan · Meiji JinguVisit to pray for family safety, good health, and the fulfillment of wishes during the New Year period
New Year's Visit to Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine1 Jan–3 Jan · TomiokahachimanguAssociated with the historical Fukagawa Hachaman Festival and recognized as the birthplace of professional sumo
Asakusa Temple New Year's Eve Bell Ringing1 Jan · Sensoji Temple Benten-yamaBell-ringing ceremony at midnight on New Year's Day at Sensoji Temple's Bentenyama bell tower.
Kanfukuji Temple New Year's Visit31 Dec 2026–3 Jan 2027 · Kanfuku-jiRing the New Year's bell on New Year's Eve (limited to 108 people).
Katori Shrine New Year's Visit1 Jan–3 Jan · Katori ShrineVisit the head shrine of Katori shrines nationwide and admire the historic architecture and natural surroundings.

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