Togyo-sai "1,000 Samurai Procession" (渡御祭「百物揃千人武者行列」)
Time: May 18, 2025
Prefecture: Tochigi
Location: Nikko Toshogu Shrine

The annual 1,000 Samurai Procession, locally known as Hyakumonozoroe Sennin Gyoretsu, takes place at Toshogu Shrine in Nikko. Recognized as a World Heritage site since 1999, this event draws thousands of locals who assemble at Toshogu to participate in a grand parade adorned in Nikko's traditional warrior attire.