Popular hanabi events in and around Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Nara, and Shiga.
Popular hanabi events in and around Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Nara, and Shiga.
Fancy horses, dance festivals, and more.
Giant battling kites, a thousand-samurai march, and more.
Look forward to flowers and festivals galore!
Each of these traditions offers a unique window into Japan's geisha culture.
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Festivals of ice, fire, music, light and more.
Late-summer fireworks, manga fairs, the wild Danjiri Festival, and other fun.
Spend a few days recharging in welcoming Wakayama Prefecture.
Our pick of the best fireworks displays across the rest of country.
A month of fireworks, fire festivals, traditional dance parades, and more.
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Updated with the latest ticketing tips.
Let's-a go! Find out how to get tickets — and what to do when you're there.