{"id":38677,"date":"2025-08-27T09:21:04","date_gmt":"2025-08-27T00:21:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/archives\/38677"},"modified":"2025-08-27T09:23:20","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T00:23:20","slug":"%e9%9d%92%e6%98%a5%e3%82%8f%e3%81%a3%e3%81%97%e3%82%87%e3%81%84%ef%bc%81%e5%b7%a8%e5%a4%a7%e3%81%aa%e8%97%9d%e7%a5%ad%e5%be%a1%e8%bc%bf%e3%81%a8%e8%97%9d%e5%a4%a7%e3%82%b5%e3%83%b3%e3%83%90%e3%81%8c","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/en\/archives\/38677","title":{"rendered":"Youthful! The giant Geidai mikoshi and Geidai samba will be coming to Ueno again this year!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Tokyo University of the Arts&#39; school festival (Geisai) and Ueno&#39;s shopping district are collaborating! The event will be held on Sunday, September 7th from 12:00!<\/strong> <\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_38628\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-38628\" style=\"width: 963px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-38631\" src=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"963\" height=\"611\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub1.png 963w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub1-300x190.png 300w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub1-768x487.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-38628\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">This year&#39;s key visual<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p> <strong>The art festival is coming to Ueno!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p> The Ueno 6-Chome Shopping District Association (Ueno Sakura-dori Shopping District, Okachimachi Ekimae-dori Shopping District, Ueno Okachimachi Chuo-dori Association, Ueno Showei Association, Ueno Ekimae Ichibangai Shopping District, Youth Road Ueno-dori Association) will be holding the Geisai 2025 x Ueno Machi Matsuri at the Ueno 6-Chome Shopping District on Sunday, September 7, 2025, in cooperation with the Geisai Executive Committee.<\/p>\n<p> This special local event brings together local shopping districts and students from Tokyo University of the Arts, harnessing the power of youth and culture and the arts to showcase the charms of the Ueno area. <\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6NKAiNqbGqQ?si=wIo0bXUUS7y27Cd5\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><br \/>\n \u203bLast year&#39;s event<\/p>\n<p> The Geisai Mikoshi Parade, which will be held on Sunday, September 7th from 12:00 to 13:00, will be a particularly spectacular parade, featuring the giant mikoshi that is a Geisai specialty, a Geidai Samba Party by the Geidai Samba Club, and even the participation of shopkeepers from Ueno Shopping Street. During the event, we will also be distributing 1,000 yen lottery tickets that can be used in the town.<\/p>\n<p> [Webpage] <a class=\"pr-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uenomachifes-geisai.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow ugc noopener\" data-link-id=\"92d6d384-9c97-4e55-a4b4-f05298e64511\">https:\/\/www.uenomachifes-geisai.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p> A scene from last year&#39;s Geisai Mikoshi award ceremony. Students from the Faculty of Fine Arts and the Faculty of Music at Tokyo University of the Arts collaborated to create four mikoshi. Only one of them will be allowed to parade through the shopping arcade.<\/p>\n<p> <strong>Geimatsuri Mikoshi<\/strong> <\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_38658\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-38658\" style=\"width: 525px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-large wp-image-38661\" src=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub7-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"525\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub7-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub7-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub7-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub7-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub7-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 525px) 100vw, 525px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-38658\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The award ceremony<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p> The Geisai mikoshi, a festival known only to those in the know, is coming to town. First-year students at Tokyo University of the Arts are divided into departments and spend the whole summer creating the mikoshi, which is no exaggeration to say is the crystallization of sweat and tears. The sheer scale of the mikoshi seen in the town will leave you stunned!<\/p>\n<p> The sight of the huge Geimatsuri mikoshi passing through the gate is a spectacular sight! A must-see! <\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_38653\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-38653\" style=\"width: 525px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-large wp-image-38656\" src=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub6-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"525\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub6-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub6-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub6-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub6-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub6-1-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 525px) 100vw, 525px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-38653\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">There were cheers as we passed through the gates of the shopping district.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p> <strong>Which mikoshi will it be this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p> The happi coats designed along with the mikoshi are also a highlight! On Friday, September 5th, the mikoshi from the department that won the Ueno 6-Chome Shopping District Association Award at the judging on the first day of the festival will be paraded through the shopping district. Which mikoshi will win this year? <\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-38636\" src=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub2-2-1024x841.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"525\" height=\"431\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub2-2-1024x841.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub2-2-300x246.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub2-2-768x631.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub2-2.jpg 1412w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 525px) 100vw, 525px\" \/><\/p>\n<p> <strong>Japanese Painting x Crafts x Japanese Music x Music Theory Team<\/strong><\/p>\n<p> A divine beast appears, bringing peace and harmony.<br \/>\n \u2500\u2500 \u201cKirin\u201d<\/p>\n<p> The late summer breeze blows across the sky and the sun shines on the earth.<\/p>\n<p> When the conflict subsides and our hearts come together as one&#8230;<\/p>\n<p> The divine beast descends silently. <\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-38641\" src=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub3-2-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"525\" height=\"525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub3-2-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub3-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub3-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub3-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub3-2-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub3-2.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 525px) 100vw, 525px\" \/><\/p>\n<p> <strong>Sculpture x Advanced Art Expression x Musical Environment Creation x Piano x Wind Instrument Team<\/strong><\/p>\n<p> \ud83c\udfeeFestivals and Dreams\ud83c\udfee<\/p>\n<p> A night alley where light spills out, lanterns reflected on the water&#39;s surface and dancing goldfish<\/p>\n<p> Its swaying fins melt in the heat of the festival<\/p>\n<p> Inviting you to a fantasy world <\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-38646\" src=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub4-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"525\" height=\"394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub4-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub4-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub4-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub4-1.jpg 1478w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 525px) 100vw, 525px\" \/><\/p>\n<p> <strong>Design x Art Studies x Composition x Strings Team<\/strong><\/p>\n<p> Tamayura,<\/p>\n<p> Burn your soul in a moment of fluctuation<\/p>\n<p> There&#39;s no point in just passing through<\/p>\n<p> Leaping into the future with what we&#39;ve built up behind us<\/p>\n<p> Are you ready to turn it upside down? <\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-38651\" src=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub5-2-1024x979.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"525\" height=\"502\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub5-2-1024x979.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub5-2-300x287.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub5-2-768x734.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub5-2.jpg 1309w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 525px) 100vw, 525px\" \/><\/p>\n<p> <strong>Oil painting \u00d7 Architecture \u00d7 Vocal music \u00d7 Percussion \u00d7 Organ \u00d7 Early music \u00d7 Conducting Team<\/strong><\/p>\n<p> We wander through eternity in pursuit of a moment that will never come.<\/p>\n<p> Grow mature like a great tree.<\/p>\n<p> Until the moss grows.<\/p>\n<p> <strong>Geidai Samba Party<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-38671\" src=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub9-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"525\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub9-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub9-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub9-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub9-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub9-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 525px) 100vw, 525px\" \/><\/p>\n<p> The town is enlivened by the performance of the Tokyo University of the Arts Samba Club!<\/p>\n<p> Another special feature that is becoming more and more popular every year is the Geidai Samba Party! The samba parade at the Geisai Festival has a long history, and is actually the origin of the Asakusa Samba Parade. The overflowing passion of young Geidai students will heat up the town! Don&#39;t miss the formation-based performances taking place at various locations! Also, pay attention to the variety of percussion instruments!<\/p>\n<p> The Geimatsuri Mikoshi and samba club will parade through the town.<\/p>\n<p> <strong>Generous 1,000 yen lottery for the first 10,000 people!<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-38666\" src=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub8-1024x624.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"525\" height=\"320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub8-1024x624.png 1024w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub8-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub8-768x468.png 768w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/sub8.png 1284w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 525px) 100vw, 525px\" \/><\/p>\n<p> We will be handing out great value 1,000 yen lottery tickets that can be used during the event, from delicious gourmet food to fun shopping! Win or lose! Shop and dine at Rokuchome Shopping Street, and take part in the fun lottery! If you win the 1,000 yen jackpot, please present it at participating stores! The winning ticket can be used as a gift certificate.<\/p>\n<p> *These will be distributed to the first 10,000 customers who shop or dine at participating stores.<\/p>\n<p> Notes on using 1,000 yen lottery gift certificates<br \/>\n\u30fbAvailable period: September 5th (Friday) to September 21st (Sunday), 2024<br \/>\n\u30fbCopying or resale is not permitted.<br \/>\n\u30fbMay not be combined with other discounts.<br \/>\n\u30fbDepending on the store, this may only apply to certain products or services.<br \/>\n\u30fbThis item is intended for use in stores. Please check with each store regarding online sales.<br \/>\n\u30fbFor other specific details regarding the use of gift certificates, please check with each store.<\/p>\n<p> <strong>1,000 Yen Lottery Stores (Distribution\/Gift Certificates Available)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p> [ <strong>Meat Oyama]<\/strong><br \/>\n Niku no Oyama, located in Ueno Ameyoko, was founded in 1932. Utilizing our many years of experience and proven track record, we offer high-quality meat at reasonable prices.<br \/>\n Address: 6-13-2 Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-0005<\/p>\n<p> [ <strong>HAIR WORLD&#39;S YAGI]<\/strong><br \/>\n This is a barbershop run by a local man who combines the techniques of hairdressing passed down through generations with a sophisticated elegance. It is a stylish barbershop located on the bustling Ueno Okachimachi Chuo-dori street. We look forward to welcoming you with a warm smile!<br \/>\n Address: Kikuya Building 2F, 6-2-14 Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo<\/p>\n<p> [ <strong>Fit&#39;s &amp; Fresh]<\/strong><br \/>\n This is an American casual shop that carries popular brands from Japan and abroad. The lineup of Japanese-style sukajan jackets is also worth a look!<br \/>\n Address: 6-10-23 Ueno, Taito-ku<br \/>\n\u200b<br \/>\n <strong>[Ueno Yabu Soba]<\/strong><br \/>\n Four generations of discerning owners have been passing down traditional flavors for over 130 years, and in a bright, spacious, and purely Japanese-style restaurant, they serve bamboo steamer soba noodles, warm udon and soba noodles, as well as snacks such as itawasa and tempura.<br \/>\n Address: 6-9-16 Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-0005<br \/>\n Phone: 03-3831-4728<\/p>\n<p> [ <strong>FREAK MARKET Ameyoko Plaza Store]<\/strong><br \/>\n This is a specialty store for Japanese-patterned clothing, focusing on clothing embroidered with Japanese designs. The popular reversible Sukajan jackets are definitely worth a look!<br \/>\n Address: Ameyoko Plaza 31-32, 6-10-7 Ueno, Taito-ku<br \/>\n Phone: 03-3833-2700<br \/>\n\u200b<br \/>\n [ <strong>Yakiniku Ueno Taishoen Ueno Station Branch]<\/strong><br \/>\n Located close to Ueno Station, Taishoen Ueno Ekimae is a casual restaurant. We strive to create a restaurant that will be loved and trusted by everyone for a long time, and we promise to provide you with safe and secure food and a fun time, as well as providing carefully selected ingredients and excellent service.<br \/>\n Address: 2nd and 3rd floors of Forum Aji Building, 6-13-1 Ueno, Taito-ku<br \/>\n Phone: 03-3832-5324<\/p>\n<p> [ <strong>Standing bar Kadokura]<\/strong><br \/>\n Just a minute&#39;s walk from Ueno Station! This standing bar is a huge success every day. As it is part of the Yakiniku Taishoen chain, the meat dishes are delicious! And it&#39;s cheap! Dishes start from 150 yen, drinks from 250 yen. There is also a VIP room in the back where you can sit. Reservations on the day are welcome \u2606 We look forward to seeing you \u266a<br \/>\n Address: 1F Forum Aji Building, 6-13-1 Ueno, Taito-ku<br \/>\n Phone: 03-3832-5335<\/p>\n<p> [ <strong>Italian Bar Ilca Doccho]<\/strong><br \/>\n Italian bar Iruka Doccho, a branch of Yakiniku Taishoen, is recommended for its meat dishes. If you&#39;re looking for Italian food in Ueno, head to Iruka Doccho.<br \/>\n Address: 1st basement floor, Forum Aji Building, 6-13-1 Ueno, Taito-ku<br \/>\n Phone: 03-3832-5444<\/p>\n<p> <strong>[Ueno Marui]<\/strong><br \/>\n Address: Ueno Marui 9F, 6-15-1 Ueno, Taito-ku<br \/>\n 9F All stores <\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-38626\" src=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/main-723x1024.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"525\" height=\"744\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/main-723x1024.png 723w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/main-212x300.png 212w, https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/main.png 757w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 525px) 100vw, 525px\" \/><\/p>\n<p> <strong><u>\u25cfEvent Overview\u25cf<\/u><\/strong><br \/>\n Event name: &quot;Geisai 2025 x Ueno Town Festival&quot;<br \/>\n Event period: Sunday, September 7, 2025<br \/>\n Location: Ueno 6-chome Shopping Street<br \/>\n Website: <a class=\"pr-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uenomachifes-geisai.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow ugc noopener\" data-link-id=\"eeeb224c-78a9-4242-89db-a778e4001cbb\">https:\/\/www.uenomachifes-geisai.com\/<\/a><br \/>\n Organizers: Ueno 6-chome Shopping Street Association (Ueno Sakura Street Shopping Street, Okachimachi Station Street Shopping Association, Ueno Okachimachi Chuo Street Association, Ueno Showei Association, Ueno Station First Street Shopping Association, Youth Road Ueno Street Association)<br \/>\n Sponsored by: Taito Ward<br \/>\n Cooperation: Geisai Executive Committee 2025<\/p>\n<p> [ <strong>About the Ueno 6-Chome Shopping District Association]<\/strong><br \/>\n Name of organization: Ueno 6-chome Shopping Street Association (Ueno Sakura Street Shopping Street, Okachimachi Station Street Shopping Association, Ueno Okachimachi Chuo Street Association, Ueno Showei Association, Ueno Station First Street Shopping Association, Youth Road Ueno Street Association)<br \/>\n Address: 6-13-2 Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-0005<br \/>\n Chairman: Yasuji Watanabe<br \/>\n Business: Coordinating local shopping associations and aiming to revitalize shopping districts<br \/>\n\u30fbEvent planning and management<br \/>\n\u30fbImprove the appeal of shopping streets<br \/>\n\u30fbSupport and collaboration with shop owners<br \/>\n\u30fbProvide support to shop owners and store operators, including business consultation, information provision, and training.<br \/>\n\u30fbPromote collaboration and cooperation between stores and support the development of the entire region<\/p>\n<p> [Ueno 6-Chome Shopping District Association] <a href=\"https:\/\/prtimes.jp\/main\/html\/rd\/p\/000000007.000127536.html\">Press release<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/ja\/news\">See other exhibition information<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img src=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-machine-translation\/images\/google-translate.png\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tokyo University of the Arts&#39; school festival (Geisai) and Ueno&#39;s shopping district are collaborating! The event will be held on Sunday, September 7th from 12:00! The art festival is coming to Ueno! The Ueno 6-Chome Shopping District Association (Ueno Sakura-dori Shopping District, Okachimachi Ekimae-dori Shopping District, Ueno Okachimachi Chuo-dori Association, Ueno Showei Association, Ueno Ekimae Ichibangai Shopping District, Youth Road Ueno-dori Association) will be holding the Geisai 2025 x Ueno Machi Matsuri at the Ueno 6-Chome Shopping District on Sunday, September 7, 2025, in cooperation with the Geisai Executive Committee. This special local event brings together local shopping districts and students from Tokyo University of the Arts, harnessing the power &hellip; <\/p>\n<p class=\"link-more\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cms.culture.city.taito.lg.jp\/en\/archives\/38677\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> &#8220;Youthful! 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