For information on performing artists, please check here.
Organizer
Setagaya Art Town 2024 Executive Committee Setagaya Cultural and Lifestyle Information Center, Setagaya Arts Foundation (Public Interest Incorporated)
Co-organizer
Heaven Artist Management Executive Committee
Supported by
Setagaya Ward Setagaya Ward Shopping Street Federation Setagaya Ward Shopping Street Promotion Association Federation
Grant provided by
Subsidy for the Promotion of Culture and Arts, Agency for Cultural Affairs, Government of Japan Theater and Music Hall Functional Enhancement Project (Comprehensive Support Project for Theater and Music Hall Functional Enhancement) Japan Arts Council
Festival Transforms Sangenjaya into an Open-Air Theater.
Just a 5-minute train ride from bustling Shibuya, Sangenjaya offers a welcome respite from Tokyo’s frenetic pace. This charming town in Setagaya City blends old-world charm with modern living. The iconic Carrot Tower stands prominently near the station, serving as a local landmark. Sangenjaya’s diverse cityscape sees historic downtown areas mingling with quiet residential streets, creating a unique urban tapestry. The community is equally eclectic, with a mix of long-time residents and newcomers contributing to the area’s vibrant atmosphere.
The area truly comes alive during the annual “Sancha de Daidogei” festival. This two-day street performance extravaganza, held each autumn, transforms Sangenjaya into an open-air theater. Established in 1997 by local businesses and cultural organizations, the festival has become a beloved tradition. It exemplifies Sangenjaya’s creative spirit and strong sense of community, offering a perfect showcase of this town’s unique character within the larger Tokyo metropolis.
Photo: Akira KinoshitaPhoto: Koji OnoPhoto: Haruhi Kato
The Festival’s Inclusive Atmosphere Turns Everyone into a Participant.
The Setagaya Art Town “Sancha de Daidogei” festival transforms Sangenjaya into a lively, interactive spectacle. Visitors can enjoy diverse street performances including pantomime, juggling, fire shows, and acrobatics throughout the town. Local food stalls offer tempting specialties, while unique decorations created by volunteers and businesses add color to the streets. Roaming “Walking Acts” surprise attendees around corners. The Art Rakuichi flea market features 100 artist booths along Karasuyamagawa Ryokudo. In Setagaya-Dori Arcade, special attractions include a Fortune-telling Street, Portrait Corner, and Candy Craft demonstrations. This two-day event draws 200,000 visitors, fostering a strong sense of community among residents, tourists, and performers. The festival’s inclusive atmosphere turns everyone into a participant, blurring the line between spectator and star.
Clicking on the venue names in the MAP will open introduction pages showing the atmosphere of each shopping district.
Contact
If you need an urgent response, please contact us by phone.
Also, when inquiring by email, if you provide a mobile phone email address, please ensure your settings allow you to receive emails from us.
Setagaya Art Town Office
Carrot Tower 5F, 4-1-1 Taishido, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 154-0004
