Event Month

July

Hakata Gion Yamakasa

Celebrate Hakata Gion Yamakasa in Fukuoka, a historic festival featuring dynamic float races, traditional costumes, and local delicacies.
July

Tenjin Matsuri

Visit Tenjin Matsuri for an immersive experience with traditional attire, festive music, and stunning river parades in Osaka.
Tokyo

Asakusa Samba Carnival

Enjoy the Asakusa Samba Carnival, Tokyo's annual festival featuring spectacular samba parades, traditional Japanese performances, and festive street food.
Tohoku

Yamagata Hanagasa Festival

Visit the Yamagata Hanagasa Festival for an unforgettable experience of traditional Japanese dance, music, and community spirit.
February

Sapporo Snow Festival

Sapporo Snow FestivalIntroductionOverview of the FestivalThe Sapporo Snow Festival, held annually in Sapporo, Hokkaido, ...
Tokyo

Sanja Festival

Join a centuries-old festival that celebrates prosperity and community spirit through stunning performances and unique traditions. Don’t miss this cultural immersion.
August

Yamaguchi Tanabata Lantern Festival

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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.
Kanto

Kawagoe Festival

Visit Kawagoe Festival for a cultural feast of taiko drums, mechanical dolls, and historical insights in the heart of Japan's Little Edo.
Tohoku

Akita Kanto Festival

Experience the breathtaking kanto performances and traditional festivities at the Akita Kanto Festival—where culture, community, and history come alive.