Most festivals span two days, from sunset to sunset.
If you want to join the throng, here are a few dates worth jotting in your diary. Cathy Frances Asakusa Kannon Temple Sensoji Temple is the place to witness most Tokyo-festival action. Also known as Asakusa Kannon Temple, it was built to house the gold statue of the Buddhist Goddess of Mercy, Kannon, pulled out of the Sumida river in 628AD by two fisherman. Although the image has never actually been shown to the public, it forms the basis of many festivities. Grab some soy-beans and join the fun.