May Aoi Matsuri
Step into Japan’s past at Aoi Matsuri, Kyoto’s famed 1,400-year-old festival featuring elaborate imperial parades and Shinto rituals.
Kansai
May 
Kansai Kurama Fire Festival
A traveler’s guide to the Kurama Fire Festival: Explore Kyoto’s spiritual heritage through fiery processions and centuries-old Japanese traditions.
Kansai Jidai Matsuri
Visit Kyoto's Jidai Matsuri for a cultural extravaganza of traditional Japanese festivals, featuring historical costumes and vibrant performances.
September Kishiwada Danjiri Festival
The Kishiwada Danjiri Festival is an exhilarating celebration of Japanese craftsmanship and culture, attracting visitors from all over the world.
July Tenjin Matsuri
Visit Tenjin Matsuri for an immersive experience with traditional attire, festive music, and stunning river parades in Osaka.
August Kyoto Gozan Okuribi
Experience the spiritual and visual spectacle of Kyoto Gozan Okuribi, where the night sky is lit with traditional bonfires symbolizing a farewell to ancestors during Obon.