Ōkunitama Shrine Autumn Festival

The Ōkunitama Shrine Autumn Festival is a historic and culturally rich event held in Fuchu City, Tokyo.

This festival is also famously known as the Kuri Matsuri, or Chestnut Festival.

The name originated during the Edo period because the Musashino region was renowned for its high-quality chestnuts, which were even presented to the Tokugawa clan.

The chestnut harvest season overlapped with the timing of the shrine’s sacred kagura dance performances, and so the festival became known by its popular name.

One of the main features of the festival is the approximately 260 paper lanterns that illuminate the shrine grounds, creating a fantastic atmosphere in the evening.

A parade of large, beautifully decorated floats also takes place on the main zelkova-lined avenue leading to the shrine, accompanied by lively festival music.

The shrine grounds are filled with many stalls, offering food, drinks, and local goods.

Event Details

• Dates
  • The festival will be held over a weekend in late September.
  • The dates are Saturday, September 27th – Sunday, September 28th, 2025.
• Time
  • Festival activities and stalls are open throughout the day and into the evening.
  • The main float parade typically takes place in the evening.
• Location
  • Ōkunitama Shrine and the surrounding area near Fuchu Station, Fuchu City, Tokyo.
• Admission
  • Entry to the shrine and viewing the festival is free.
• Please Note
  • The festival, especially the evening parade, attracts very large crowds.
  • It is always recommended to check official sources before attending.

Directions & Travel Information

• By Train
  • The shrine is conveniently located very close to two major train stations.
  • Keio Line
    • The closest station is Fuchu Station.
    • The shrine is approximately a 5-minute walk from the station.
  • JR Nambu Line / JR Musashino Line
    • A nearby station is Fuchu-Hommachi Station.
    • The shrine is approximately a 5-minute walk from this station as well.

Event Summary

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