PRINCESS ADACHI FESTIVAL Wish the pray December 18-19, 2024

Princess Adachi Festival

“Princess Adachi Festival: A Celebration of Wishes” 

On December 18-19, 2024, the “Princess Adachi Festival” will take place in Kita-Senju, just a short distance from Asakusa and Ueno. This event, hosted by Rojicoya, an organization dedicated to promoting traditional Japanese culture, revives the 1,300-year-old legend of Princess Adachi, believed to bring happiness in the afterlife. It aims to share Japan’s rich cultural heritage with international visitors. 

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メイキング!足立区郷土博物館
Today we went to the Adachi Local Museum to learn more about the Adachi Princess.
We were warmly welcomed by the director of the museum and other curators who are knowledgeable about the local area. On the day of the festival in December, they will let us touch the world of Ukiyo-e and lend us items to take pictures ✨This museum is a treasure house of knowledge where you can find everything from Edo, Heian, and the Sengoku Period in Adachi Ward!
I was able to deepen my knowledge a lot and had a great time! I'll give you more details later 😊.
#Adachi princess #Adachi Local Museum #Ukiyoe #Learning #Fun time #Thanks

本日は足立姫に関するお勉強を兼ねて、足立区郷土博物館へ行ってきました🏯
館長をはじめ、地元に詳しい学芸員の皆様が温かく迎えてくださいました!12月のお祭り当日は浮世絵の世界に触れ、写真を撮るアイテムも貸してくれるそうです✨江戸、平安、そして足立区の戦国時代までなんでも出てくる知識の宝庫!
知識がぐんと深まり、楽しい時間を過ごすことができました!後日、詳細をお伝えしますね😊
皆様めちゃくちゃ優しかったです。ありがとうございました!
#足立姫 #足立区郷土博物館 #浮世絵 #学び #楽しい時間 #感謝

メイキング!足立区郷土博物館
Today we went to the Adachi Local Museum to learn more about the Adachi Princess.
We were warmly welcomed by the director of the museum and other curators who are knowledgeable about the local area. On the day of the festival in December, they will let us touch the world of Ukiyo-e and lend us items to take pictures ✨This museum is a treasure house of knowledge where you can find everything from Edo, Heian, and the Sengoku Period in Adachi Ward!
I was able to deepen my knowledge a lot and had a great time! I`ll give you more details later 😊.
#Adachi princess #Adachi Local Museum #Ukiyoe #Learning #Fun time #Thanks

本日は足立姫に関するお勉強を兼ねて、足立区郷土博物館へ行ってきました🏯
館長をはじめ、地元に詳しい学芸員の皆様が温かく迎えてくださいました!12月のお祭り当日は浮世絵の世界に触れ、写真を撮るアイテムも貸してくれるそうです✨江戸、平安、そして足立区の戦国時代までなんでも出てくる知識の宝庫!
知識がぐんと深まり、楽しい時間を過ごすことができました!後日、詳細をお伝えしますね😊
皆様めちゃくちゃ優しかったです。ありがとうございました!
#足立姫 #足立区郷土博物館 #浮世絵 #学び #楽しい時間 #感謝
...

✨ 足立姫オペラのX、最新情報をお届けします!進捗情報や裏話、舞台裏まで、ぜひチェックしてください♪✨
フォロワー8000人突破記念🎉心から感謝申し上げます🙏これからもよろしくお願い致します!
#足立姫オペラ #進捗情報 #8000フォロワー #感謝の気持ち

✨ 足立姫オペラのX、最新情報をお届けします!進捗情報や裏話、舞台裏まで、ぜひチェックしてください♪✨
フォロワー8000人突破記念🎉心から感謝申し上げます🙏これからもよろしくお願い致します!
#足立姫オペラ #進捗情報 #8000フォロワー #感謝の気持ち
...

The site of the Adachi Princess Festival in December, the
Kitasenju is
as of September.
in the middle of the festival!

The thing being carried in the video is called "Omikoshi", which is a portable shrine with a god on it and parades through the city. It exorcises the city's demons and brings happiness to the city!

If you listen carefully, you can hear the sound of the flute, which is a shinobue (bamboo flute).
The history of this bamboo flute is long,
It has a very special and comforting sound for Japanese people.

At the Adachi-Hime Festival, you can actually touch and feel the shinobue flute!
This is a rare opportunity to learn from a craftsman and a professional shinobue player ^_^.

The site of the Adachi Princess Festival in December, the
Kitasenju is
as of September.
in the middle of the festival!

The thing being carried in the video is called "Omikoshi", which is a portable shrine with a god on it and parades through the city. It exorcises the city`s demons and brings happiness to the city!

If you listen carefully, you can hear the sound of the flute, which is a shinobue (bamboo flute).
The history of this bamboo flute is long,
It has a very special and comforting sound for Japanese people.

At the Adachi-Hime Festival, you can actually touch and feel the shinobue flute!
This is a rare opportunity to learn from a craftsman and a professional shinobue player ^_^.
...

 


  

  
  

What kind of Festival?

What is the “Princess Adachi Festival”?

The Princess Adachi Festival is a unique event held in a historic temple in Tokyo, specially reserved for the occasion. Surrounded by performers dressed in traditional attire, visitors can enjoy lion dance and bamboo flute workshops, samurai experiences, Edo walking tours, and hands-on craft workshops like Edo embroidery and silver ring-making led by master artisans. There will also be booths featuring traditional crafts and local gourmet food, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in Japanese culture throughout the day. In the evening, an opera themed around Princess Adachi, accompanied by koto performances and a buffet dinner, will be presented. The opera will feature English subtitles, making it accessible for international guests.

What is the concept of the festival?

The theme of the festival is ‘wish the pray,’ representing wishes and prayers. Princess Adachi is also known as the ‘Sakura Princess,’ symbolizing the mystical beauty of cherry blossoms that bloom in winter. Through experiences like embroidery and silver crafting, we hope visitors will imbue each step with their personal wishes, offering hope for the coming year and beyond. We aim for this festival to be a place where dreams can come true.

  
  

story…

Tokyo’s Kita Senju area has a rich and fascinating history—a history that is still strongly felt today. Once an important post town on the route between Edo (now Tokyo) and Nikko, this charming district is filled with historic temples, ancient shrines, and retro shopping streets. Although it retains a nostalgic Showa-period atmosphere, the area has all the modern conveniences of a thriving Tokyo neighborhood.

 The local legend of Princess Adachi, dating back around 1,300 years, is the story of a doomed princess who died tragically as a consequence of a politically motivated marriage. Six temples were constructed in her honor in the area now known as Kita Senju, with a statue of Amida Buddha enshrined in each one.

Pilgrimages to the six temples became popular during the Edo period, and as a result, many inns and markets were built in Kita Senju—which is believed to have massively contributed to the development of today’s vibrant area.

 

   
    

Princess Adachi-Opera

  

 ☝Click on the picture to go to the detail page.

The legend of Princess Adachi has been adapted for the stage as a unique, modern opera that features the music of traditional Japanese instruments and thirteen incredible female vocalists. With its story written by Naoyuki Sumi and its music composed by Hidekazu Nagai, the show is sure to enchant all those who see it.

Guests will also enjoy a wonderful buffet dinner at the sky-high restaurant Tapis Rouge, a venue that affords breathtaking panoramic views of the city. The buffet features a variety of dishes made with local ingredients, and the setting provides the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable evening.

Note: The performance is in Japanese, with full English translation available.

  

  
  

How do you enjoy it?

Schedule

Meeting place

Festival: Jigenji Temple, 1 Chome-2-9 Senju, Adachi City, Tokyo 120-0034

Dinner: Restaurant Tapi Rouge, 20th floor, Tokyo Art Center, 1-4-1 Senju, Adachi City, Tokyo 120-0034

Opera: Sky Theatre, 21st floor, Tokyo Art Center

Course Outline* Admission to the festival is free.

1.Lion-dance and shinobue-performance package Location: Jigenji Temple (1-2-9 Senju, Adachi-ku, Tokyo) Time: 12:00–13:00 (last registration at 11:30) Cost: ¥8,000 (prepayment is required)

2.Lion dance and guided Kita Senju walking-tour package Location: Jigenji Temple & Kita Senju area Time: 14:30–16:00 (last registration at 14:00) Cost: ¥8,000 (prepayment is required)

3.Dinner and Princess Adachi Opera package Location: Art Center of Tokyo (1-4-1 Senju, Adachi-ku, Tokyo) Time: 16:30–20:00 (last registration at 16:00) Cost: ¥25,000 (prepayment is required)

4.Complete package (includes all the above) Cost: ¥33,000 (prepayment is required)

Note: Those who purchase a package can also join the Japan Performing Arts and Gourmet Experience, held at Jigenji Temple from 12:30 until 17:15.

 

   

TICKET BOOKING

Recommendations.

Kitasenju Streetscape in which History and modernity come together

A town where Edo culture remains, with artisan culture and local culture nurtured by the unique topography surrounded by rivers.
With its public baths, retro Showa-era streets, old-fashioned shopping districts, and real life, this small city is one of the most fascinating hidden gems in the country.


   

Princess Adachi festival, which rent out two venues, including a special temple

The Princess Adachi Festival provides a unique opportunity to experience Japanese
culture, rich in history and tradition, in the heart of Kitasenju—a conveniently located area inTokyo. The festival is inspired by The Tale of Princess Adachi, a story that has endured for 1,300 years. It recreates the Edo-period pilgrimage to the shrine, where it was believed that visitors would receive happiness in their next life.
Exclusive access will be granted to a historic temple and nearby plaza, both usually off-limits to the public. The event will feature samurai experience booths, traditional crafts, and a tasteof authentic Japanese food culture.
Throughout the day, the area will come to life with traditional entertainment, including
performances of folk songs, Koto, Shamisen, lion dances, and Samurai showcases.
Kitasenju, a town where Edo-period charm meets modern Tokyo, is a hidden gem with plenty of character that draws visitors from across the globe. Along with the festival, special Japanese cultural experiences will highlight the region’s unique resources and heritage.

Exclusive Temple Access:
Enjoy rare access to a historic temple marked with the Tokugawa family’s hollyhock crest, a place that’s usually closed to the public. The temple, with its gate that survived wartime fires,
offers a special glimpse into the past and the Tale of Princess Adachi.


  

Lion dance viewing

Lion dancing, a traditional art form essential to Japanese festivals, is said to ward off evil
spirits and bring happiness. You’ll learn about the origins of the lion dance, including the
custom of having your head “bitten,” which is thought to bring good health and boost
academic success.
Enhance your luck with the lion dance and the Princess Adachi pilgrimage, a ritual that has been celebrated for centuries
   

Shionbue experience

Immerse yourself in the musical artistry of the Shinobue, Japan’s traditional bamboo flute.
You’ll learn from a distinguished Shinobue artist, celebrating 100 years of musical
craftsmanship. The flutes, meticulously crafted from bamboo aged for 10 years, embody the
beauty of this musical tradition. After experiencing a live performance that showcases the
artist’s mastery, you’ll have the rare chance to play the flute yourself in a beautifully
decorated temple—an exclusive space rarely open to the public.


Edo Guided Tour

Take a walking tour with detailed English explanations, using old maps to guide you through the area’s rich history and cultural significance from the Edo period, designed specifically for foreign visitors.



  

  

Dining and Opera at the Sky Theatre

A private dining room with a panoramic view of Tokyo, meals arranged with local ingredients. A buffet, so you don’t have to worry about cultural differences in food preferences. 
Enjoy your meal while listening to a live performance of the koto (Japanese stringed instrument) in the private dining room.


As you take in the stunning Tokyo night view, enjoy a newly created opera based on the
1,300-year-old Tale of Cherry Blossom Princess Adachi.
This unique performance features 13 female singers accompanied by traditional Japanese
instruments. The opera is a masterpiece composed by Hidekazu Nagai, a graduate of
Japan’s top art university, with a script by Naoyuki Sumi.
English subtitles and an explanatory brochure will be provided for your convenience. Special seats will be reserved exclusively for tour guests, ensuring a memorable experience.

   
    

     
    

Enjoy more of Princess Adachi!

Out Performance Stage 

Shamisen

Japanese doll performance

SHISHIMAI Lion dance
Samurai show e.t.c…

  

ブース紹介


Topics

メイキング!足立区郷土博物館
Today we went to the Adachi Local Museum to learn more about the Adachi Princess.
We were warmly welcomed by the director of the museum and other curators who are knowledgeable about the local area. On the day of the festival in December, they will let us touch the world of Ukiyo-e and lend us items to take pictures ✨This museum is a treasure house of knowledge where you can find everything from Edo, Heian, and the Sengoku Period in Adachi Ward!
I was able to deepen my knowledge a lot and had a great time! I'll give you more details later 😊.
#Adachi princess #Adachi Local Museum #Ukiyoe #Learning #Fun time #Thanks

本日は足立姫に関するお勉強を兼ねて、足立区郷土博物館へ行ってきました🏯
館長をはじめ、地元に詳しい学芸員の皆様が温かく迎えてくださいました!12月のお祭り当日は浮世絵の世界に触れ、写真を撮るアイテムも貸してくれるそうです✨江戸、平安、そして足立区の戦国時代までなんでも出てくる知識の宝庫!
知識がぐんと深まり、楽しい時間を過ごすことができました!後日、詳細をお伝えしますね😊
皆様めちゃくちゃ優しかったです。ありがとうございました!
#足立姫 #足立区郷土博物館 #浮世絵 #学び #楽しい時間 #感謝

メイキング!足立区郷土博物館
Today we went to the Adachi Local Museum to learn more about the Adachi Princess.
We were warmly welcomed by the director of the museum and other curators who are knowledgeable about the local area. On the day of the festival in December, they will let us touch the world of Ukiyo-e and lend us items to take pictures ✨This museum is a treasure house of knowledge where you can find everything from Edo, Heian, and the Sengoku Period in Adachi Ward!
I was able to deepen my knowledge a lot and had a great time! I`ll give you more details later 😊.
#Adachi princess #Adachi Local Museum #Ukiyoe #Learning #Fun time #Thanks

本日は足立姫に関するお勉強を兼ねて、足立区郷土博物館へ行ってきました🏯
館長をはじめ、地元に詳しい学芸員の皆様が温かく迎えてくださいました!12月のお祭り当日は浮世絵の世界に触れ、写真を撮るアイテムも貸してくれるそうです✨江戸、平安、そして足立区の戦国時代までなんでも出てくる知識の宝庫!
知識がぐんと深まり、楽しい時間を過ごすことができました!後日、詳細をお伝えしますね😊
皆様めちゃくちゃ優しかったです。ありがとうございました!
#足立姫 #足立区郷土博物館 #浮世絵 #学び #楽しい時間 #感謝
...

✨ 足立姫オペラのX、最新情報をお届けします!進捗情報や裏話、舞台裏まで、ぜひチェックしてください♪✨
フォロワー8000人突破記念🎉心から感謝申し上げます🙏これからもよろしくお願い致します!
#足立姫オペラ #進捗情報 #8000フォロワー #感謝の気持ち

✨ 足立姫オペラのX、最新情報をお届けします!進捗情報や裏話、舞台裏まで、ぜひチェックしてください♪✨
フォロワー8000人突破記念🎉心から感謝申し上げます🙏これからもよろしくお願い致します!
#足立姫オペラ #進捗情報 #8000フォロワー #感謝の気持ち
...

The site of the Adachi Princess Festival in December, the
Kitasenju is
as of September.
in the middle of the festival!

The thing being carried in the video is called "Omikoshi", which is a portable shrine with a god on it and parades through the city. It exorcises the city's demons and brings happiness to the city!

If you listen carefully, you can hear the sound of the flute, which is a shinobue (bamboo flute).
The history of this bamboo flute is long,
It has a very special and comforting sound for Japanese people.

At the Adachi-Hime Festival, you can actually touch and feel the shinobue flute!
This is a rare opportunity to learn from a craftsman and a professional shinobue player ^_^.

The site of the Adachi Princess Festival in December, the
Kitasenju is
as of September.
in the middle of the festival!

The thing being carried in the video is called "Omikoshi", which is a portable shrine with a god on it and parades through the city. It exorcises the city`s demons and brings happiness to the city!

If you listen carefully, you can hear the sound of the flute, which is a shinobue (bamboo flute).
The history of this bamboo flute is long,
It has a very special and comforting sound for Japanese people.

At the Adachi-Hime Festival, you can actually touch and feel the shinobue flute!
This is a rare opportunity to learn from a craftsman and a professional shinobue player ^_^.
...

What is the organizer rojicoya?

Rojicoya is involved in activities to promote tourism in Tokyo and the Kitasenju area. Always offering Japanese cultural experiences for inbound visitors. Flower arrangement, calligraphy, Samurai experience, Shamisen, Koto experience, etc. Click here to make a reservation.

    
     

History of Princess Adachi

About princess ADACHI

Adachi Hime is a central figure in a legend told in Musashi Province’s Adachi District about 1,300 years ago. She met an unfortunate death due to a political marriage, and before mourning her, six temples were built in the area, each enshrining an image of Amitabha Buddha. Her tragic fate and its impact on the region are deeply ingrained in the history and culture of Adachi Ward.
    

About the Six Amitabha Pilgrimage

The “Six Amitabha Pilgrimage” originates from the act of mourning Adachi Hime, where Kobo Daishi (Kukai) carved six Amitabha Buddha statues from a single tree in one night, placing each in six temples built for this purpose. This pilgrimage became extremely popular during the mid-Edo period. Although it’s called the Six Amitabha, the pilgrimage typically includes visiting eight Amitabha statues, adding two more called “leftover” and “remaining.”
     

About the Five-Colored Sakura

The pilgrimage coincided with the cherry blossom season. The Five-Colored Sakura was cherished as “Arakawa Embankment’s Five-Colored Sakura” during the Meiji period and is beloved by many. However, due to increased traffic and visitors, the vitality of the cherry trees declined, and after World War II, they were cut down for firewood, temporarily disappearing. Later, to revive “Arakawa Embankment’s Five-Colored Sakura,” a 4.4km stretch of cherry trees was planted along the left bank of the Arakawa River, featuring Satosakura (village cherry trees).
     
     

  
  

Japantrip! rina.sun3 
Introducing the beautiful Japan🇯🇵

🇺🇸~Tokyo~rojicoya
A spot where you can enjoy Japanese cultural experiences!
Enjoy live Japanese musical instruments in a beautiful Japanese home

rojicoya hosts Japanese cultural events!
#japan
#japan 
#japantrip 

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rojicoyaでは侍体験、書道体験、様々な日本の文化を体験できます。

🇹🇼東京rojicoya
日本文化體驗點!
在美麗的日本住宅中現場欣賞日本樂器。
在rojicoya、您可以體驗武士體驗、書法體驗以及各種日本文化。
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日本文化体验点!
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rojicoya에서는 사무라이 체험, 서예 체험, 다양한 일본 문화를 체험할 수 있습니다.

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#箏
#尺八

Japantrip! rina.sun3
Introducing the beautiful Japan🇯🇵

🇺🇸~Tokyo~rojicoya
A spot where you can enjoy Japanese cultural experiences!
Enjoy live Japanese musical instruments in a beautiful Japanese home

rojicoya hosts Japanese cultural events!
#japan
#japan
#japantrip

🇯🇵東京都rojicoya
日本文化体験スポット!
美しい日本邸でたのしむ和楽器LIVE。 
rojicoyaでは侍体験、書道体験、様々な日本の文化を体験できます。

🇹🇼東京rojicoya
日本文化體驗點!
在美麗的日本住宅中現場欣賞日本樂器。
在rojicoya、您可以體驗武士體驗、書法體驗以及各種日本文化。
#日本旅遊景點
#日本之旅
#日本旅行

🇨🇳东京rojicoya
日本文化体验点!
在美丽的日本住宅中现场欣赏日本乐器。
在rojicoya,您可以体验武士体验、书法体验以及各种日本文化。
#日本旅游

🇰🇷도쿄도 rojicoya 일본 문화 체험 명소!
아름다운 일본 저택에서 즐거운 일본 악기 LIVE.
rojicoya에서는 사무라이 체험, 서예 체험, 다양한 일본 문화를 체험할 수 있습니다.

#일본여행
#일본여행🇯🇵

PR
rojicoya
#足立姫
#rojicoya
#路地裏寺子屋
#北千住ライブ
#古民家ライブ
#箏
#尺八
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「Princess Adachi Awakening」
路地裏寺子屋rojikoyaさまの企画〈足立姫プロジェクト〉のHPにて、PVが公開されています🌸

ぜひHPをご覧ください✨
https://rojicoya.jp/adachi-hime/

Princess Adachi Awakening

踊り 花柳貴伊那
作曲 宇山葵

箏  宇山葵
篠笛 藤森彩貴

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「Princess Adachi Awakening」
路地裏寺子屋rojikoyaさまの企画〈足立姫プロジェクト〉のHPにて、PVが公開されています🌸

ぜひHPをご覧ください✨
https://rojicoya.jp/adachi-hime/

Princess Adachi Awakening

踊り 花柳貴伊那
作曲 宇山葵

箏  宇山葵
篠笛 藤森彩貴

#路地裏寺子屋rojicoya #足立姫 #princess #adachi #桜 #舎人公園 #千住神社 #日本舞踊 #箏 #篠笛 #koto #ohayashi #japanesetraditional #dance #着物 #きもの #振袖
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「足立史談」9月号。「足立姫伝説と木余り如来」です。足立区立郷土博物館 学芸員の多田文夫さんが性翁寺と足立姫について解説されています。

#性翁寺 #木余り #足立姫
#江戸六阿弥陀巡り

「足立史談」9月号。「足立姫伝説と木余り如来」です。足立区立郷土博物館 学芸員の多田文夫さんが性翁寺と足立姫について解説されています。

#性翁寺 #木余り #足立姫
#江戸六阿弥陀巡り
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今月の表紙と特集は性翁寺と足立姫伝説です。江北トントン9月号

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