Shinjuku: Hanazono Shrine Tori-no-ichi Festival

The bear hand is a representative item of the "Toriya Ichi" and has become a mascot for good luck and money. Made into various sizes, and add treasure ships, fans, masks, puppets and other decorations that symbolize seeking wealth and fortune. The more decorations on the rake, the more luck you will have🫢 When the bear's hand is sold, the shopkeeper will knock on wooden sticks and shout auspicious words to congratulate the customers and wish them a prosperous business. The enthusiastic shouts create a festive atmosphere and are well worth experiencing. The shrine was lit up with hundreds of lanterns, and people lined up patiently, waiting to climb the stairs to pray before the deity. Experience Japan's night market, with food ranging from traditional takoyaki, grilled sweetfish, daibanyaki, yakitori snacks, etc., which are only held a few days a year. #Hanazona Shrine Tori no Ichi Address: 5-17-3 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Transportation: Take the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, Fukutoshin Line, or Toei Shinjuku Line and walk from Exit E2 of Shinjuku-Sanchome Station