The Setagaya Firefly Festival and Egret Market is a family-fun summer tradition held on Boroichi Street.
What happens?
The most popular event is the chance to see fireflies while walking through a dark, enclosed dome. Be prepared for long lines, and you’ll be asked to keep moving — but it is free to see. There will also be a flower exhibition featuring white egret flowers, a species of orchid that resembles a heron. If none of that tickles your fancy, head to the nearby Bon Odori at Tenso Shrine.
Schedule
The firefly viewing will take place from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on both days at the Setagaya Daikanyashiki’s parking lot. The Bon Odori at Tenso Shrine takes place from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.Mid
Jul
世田谷 ホタル祭り
Free
Official site
⚠️ Link in Japanese
Canceled in bad weather
- 205 m from Kamimachi Station Tōkyū Setagaya Line (SG6)
- 381 m from Setagaya Station Tōkyū Setagaya Line (SG5)
- 0.7 km from Miyanosaka Station Tōkyū Setagaya Line (SG7)
Typical weather at this time:
High: 26 ºC
Low: 23 ºC
