Pride Parade

Note that this year, the Pride Parade’s gathering and formation area will be Shibuya Plaza, adjacent to Yoyogi Park Event Square (Yoyogi Park Keyaki Namiki Street)!

Please register in advance with the participating groups or visit the Pride Parade registration booth, which will be set up at Yoyogi Park Keyaki Namiki Street (Shibuya entrance side) on June 6th (Saturday) and June 7th (Sunday) to participate.

See below here for details and participation guidelines.

Overview

Step 1: Choose the group you want to join

Decide which group you would like to join and register either in advance or on the day of the parade. 

• Please note that if you register on the day of the parade, you may not be able to choose your preferred float. In this case, we will guide you to a group with available space.

Step 2: Receive your wristband at the parade registration

For those who registered in advance, please follow the instructions provided by the group you registered with.

• Each participant must collect one wristband. Wristbands cannot be given to a single person in multiple quantities.
• Registration is required for participants of elementary school age and older. Children who are not yet in school do not need to register.
• If you are using a stroller, wheelchair, or have a physical disability, please inform the staff during registration.

Step 3: Enter Shibuya Plaza at the designated assembly time

• The assembly time varies by group and will be provided during registration.
• Participants without a wristband will not be allowed to enter Shibuya Plaza or join the parade. Please keep your wristband safe.

The parade is expected to take approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes from the assembly time to the return point.

Details of the route will be provided later.

Advance Registration

Please follow the instructions from the group you registered with and participate in the parade.

Pre-Event and Same-Day Registration

Registration Dates and Times:

• June 6th (Saturday) from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
• June 7th (Sunday) from 10:00 AM until capacity is reached
  Registration will close once each group reaches its capacity. Some groups may close registration on June 7th (Saturday).

Registration Location

Yoyogi Park Keyaki Namiki Street (Shibuya entrance side)

Purpose of the Parade

• The “Tokyo Pride 2026 Pride Parade” is an event to raise awareness of LGBTQ+ and other sexual minorities and celebrate the diversity of “gender” and “life.” Please ensure that your signage aligns with this purpose.
• Please refrain from signage messages or content that go against the parade’s purpose, such as defamatory expressions against specific individuals or groups, or content that promotes prejudice or discrimination.
• This parade is considered a demonstration (group protest) by the police, and large-scale commercial advertisements by companies are not permitted.

Registration and Wristband Distribution

• If you lose your wristband after receiving it, you must re-register, so please keep it safe.
• For those who registered in advance with participating groups, wristbands will not be distributed at the parade registration booth. Please follow the instructions from your group to receive your wristband.
• Companies not exhibiting in the Pride Parade cannot walk in groups or display corporate logos.
• Assistance dogs and pets are allowed to participate.

Assembly, Departure, and Return

• The assembly time varies by group. Please check the time listed on your wristband.
• To avoid congestion, please do not line up before the scheduled assembly time.
• Make sure to wear your wristband on your wrist.
• Please use the restroom before the assembly time.
• Stay hydrated and take precautions against heatstroke. Only drinks with caps, such as water bottles, are allowed.
• For safety reasons, umbrellas, including parasols, cannot be used during the parade. Please refrain from using them in the assembly or formation area.
• There will be no trash bins at Shibuya Plaza. Please dispose of your waste at the event’s eco-stations or carry it with you during the parade.
• Music and playing instruments are not allowed in the assembly or formation area.
• Shibuya Plaza is a non-smoking area. Please smoke only in designated smoking areas.
• The departure time may change due to road conditions or police instructions.
• Please follow staff instructions in the assembly and formation areas. After the parade, there will be heavy congestion, so please avoid lingering.

During the Parade

• The march will proceed in five rows. Be cautious of vehicles in adjacent lanes and stay within your designated lane.
• You cannot move between groups or join the parade midway. If you leave the parade, you will not be allowed to rejoin.
• If you prefer not to be photographed, please take your own precautions, such as wearing a hat or sunglasses.
• Police officers and staff will be stationed along the parade route. Please follow their instructions promptly. If you encounter any issues, notify a nearby staff member.
• For safety reasons, the use of umbrellas, including parasols, is prohibited. In case of rain, please wear a raincoat or poncho.
• Those using strollers or wheelchairs should note that there are hilly sections during the route.
• If you bring a pet, please ensure it does not disturb others and keep it on a leash or carry it at all times.
• Drinking and smoking are prohibited.

Photography During the Parade

• Large equipment, such as professional cameras or tripods, is not allowed during the parade.
• If you wish to take photos, please do so from your designated position in the parade. Moving between the front, back, or sides of the group is not permitted.
• Please take responsibility for your own safety and be considerate of others while photographing.
• If you wish to capture the entire parade or multiple groups, please do so from the sidelines.
• If you plan to share photos or videos online (such as on blogs or social media), please do so at your own risk.
• The organization is not responsible for any infringement on privacy, portrait rights, or copyright. Please exercise caution.
• Failure to adhere to the photography guidelines will result in a ban on taking photos.
• The organization is not liable for any damage or malfunction of your photography equipment.

Other Important Information

• The parade will be a long event, from assembly time to return, so please take care of your health and participate within your limits.
• Participants are responsible for keeping track of their valuables. The organization is not liable for any theft or loss.
• Regarding attire, please dress in a way appropriate to marching through busy streets during the day.
• Refrain from wearing attire that could disrupt the five-row formation (e.g., oversized costumes or decorations).
• Avoid excessive exposure, such as clothing that reveals private areas or undergarments.
• Any sharp objects, projectiles etc, that could harm others are prohibited.
• Do not litter during the parade and keep your trash with you until you can throw it away at an Eco-station or at home.
• The parade will proceed “rain or shine,” but may be canceled in case of severe weather. Other unforeseen circumstances, such as earthquakes or infectious diseases, may also result in changes or cancellation.
• The order of departure for exhibiting groups may change, so please check this page or official TRP social media before heading to the venue on the day of the parade.