Daikanyama Soryosai Festival 2025: Celebrating Connections in the Community

Daikanyama Soryosai Festival 2025: Connecting People, Communities, and Futures

The Daikanyama T-SITE in Shibuya, Tokyo, will host the "Daikanyama Soryosai Festival 2025" from September 20 (Saturday) to September 28 (Sunday). Organized by the Daikanyama Shopping Association and the festival executive committee, this year’s festival focuses on the theme of "TSUNAGU" (connecting), creating an event that bridges people, communities, and future generations.

The festival will feature a variety of family-friendly activities, leveraging the unique charm of the Daikanyama area. Highlights include a "Children's Yukata Festival" led by students from Sarugakucho Elementary School, a grand lottery event to celebrate the end of summer, and an innovative sound stamp rally called "oto rea". The festival is set to be a delightful experience for families, complementing other events such as “o-n’en” day and a small fireworks display at Daikanyama T-SITE.

Collaborating with Children for a Sustainable Future

Since its inception in 2022, the Daikanyama Soryosai has prioritized collaboration with children, the true champions of our future. This year, the festival has partnered with the fifth-grade students of Sarugakucho Elementary School, engaging them in an exploratory learning project known as the “Shibuya Future Course”. The goal is to cultivate a deeper love for their community among the children. Through unique hands-on experiences, the festival hopes to create lasting memories that will inspire future community leaders.

Event Details

- Children's Yukata Festival

Date: September 26 (Friday)
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Daikanyama T-SITE Main Street

- Grand End of Summer Lottery

Dates: September 27 (Saturday) & 28 (Sunday)
Time: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM (tentative)
Location: Forest Gate Daikanyama, TENOHA Building
Over 100 local shops are participating in this exciting lottery event, with fantastic prizes including electronics and gifts contributed by local businesses.

Lottery Ticket Distribution:
Distribution Period: From September 20 (Saturday) when shops open until September 28 (Sunday) at 5:00 PM
Distribution Location: Participating stores in the Daikanyama area
Receive one lottery ticket for every purchase of 5,000 yen (tax included) and a supplementary ticket for every purchase of 1,000 yen (tax included).
Maximum three tickets can be awarded in a single purchase.

Participation Requirement:
One lottery ticket or five supplementary tickets grants one entry into the lottery.

Sound-Driven Stamp Rally: "SOUND SEEK powered by oto rea"

Dates: September 27 (Saturday) & 28 (Sunday)
Time: 11:30 AM - 4:30 PM (last entry at 3:30 PM)
Location: Daikanyama T-SITE, Forest Gate Daikanyama, LOG ROAD DAIKANYAMA

This unique experience uses the voice mixed reality platform "oto rea", launched in collaboration with Nomura Kogei and GATARI. Participants will explore the streets of Daikanyama using their smartphones and headphones, seeking out virtual sounds installed throughout the festival areas, collecting aural memories of summer and festivities. Participants who complete the experience will receive a souvenir!

Overview of Other Events

- Hillside Market: Nagatsuki Fair

Dates: September 20 (Saturday) & 21 (Sunday)
Time: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Hillside Square, in front of Hillside Terrace F building
This market, affiliated with the Daikanyama Soryosai Festival, will feature a wide range of local vendors providing culinary delights and unique craft items.

- Old Asakura Residence "Rakugo" Show

Date: September 20 (Saturday)
Time: 1:30 PM - 3:20 PM (doors open at 1:00 PM)
Location: Old Asakura Residence
Enjoy traditional Japanese storytelling in a remarkable setting. Free entry (limited to the first 30 guests).

- Shibuya Anytime Playground

Dates: September 27 (Saturday) & 28 (Sunday)
Time: September 27 from 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM, September 28 from 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Himawari Garden, Daikanyama Hill
This free activity space invites families and friends to enjoy sports and games together.

The Daikanyama Soryosai Festival has transformed from a summer event to a celebration of community spirit in the wake of the pandemic. This year marks its fourth annual occurrence, with an enriched focus on initiatives for local children. The goal is to foster a thriving community spirit and an appreciation for their hometown's vibrancy. Through this year's theme of "TSUNAGU", the festival aims to facilitate connections among individuals, the community, and future opportunities.

For detailed information and updates about the events, please visit our official website: Daikanyama Soryosai Festival. Follow us on Instagram for live updates: Daikanyama Soryosai Instagram.

Important Details

- Event Duration: September 20-28, 2025
- Location: Daikanyama T-SITE and surrounding areas
- Organizers: Daikanyama Shopping Association, Daikanyama Soryosai Festival Executive Committee
- Contact Information: 03-3770-2525
- Official Website: Daikanyama T-SITE