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Sure, they pinched the idea from Sangenjaya's long-running Sancha de Daidogei, but this street performance festival is still heaps of fun. Held to mark the opening of the Za-Koenji Public Theatre in 2009, the Bikkuri Daidogei has since become an annual affair. For two April days, acrobats, musicians, comedians and costumed weirdos ply the streets of the neighbourhood, dispensing free, family-friendly entertainment to all and sundry.
Open Apr 25-26
Time Apr 25 11am-8.30pm, Apr 26 from 11am
Admission Free
Twitter koenji_daidogei
Venue Za-Koenji Public Theatre and various other locations
Address 2-1-2 Koenji-Kita, Suginami-ku, Tokyo
Transport Koenji Station (Chuo line)
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