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Sumida River lantern floating is listed for August 15 near Azumabashi

Taito City's official tourism site has posted the 2026 date for the Asakusa-side summer event.

Taito City's official tourism site lists the 2026 Sumida River lantern floating event for Saturday, August 15, at the Sumida River Terrace near Azumabashi.

The page describes the event as an Asakusa summer evening tradition, with lanterns floated between Kototoibashi and Azumabashi. The basic information also points visitors to Asakusa Tourism Federation details and notes that lanterns can be bought on the day but are limited, so advance purchase is recommended.

The venue address is given as Hanakawado, Taito City, at the Sumida River Terrace near Azumabashi. Access is about five minutes on foot from Tokyo Metro Ginza Line and Tobu Skytree Line Asakusa Station, or about seven minutes from Toei Asakusa Line Asakusa Station. Check the official pages again before going, because event details can change.

Source: Taito City official tourism site

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