Itō Anjin Festival
The Ito Anjin festival is an iconic summer event: expect to see picturesque lanterns, dance to the beat of taiko drums, and soak in the breathtaking fireworks displays over the sea.
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Yamagata Hanagasa Festival
Celebrate the Yamagata Hanagasa Festival, where over 10,000 dancers in vibrant attire bring the streets of Yamagata to life with traditional music and mesmerizing performances.
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Tatemon Festival
The Tatemon Festival in Uozu, Toyama, showcases stunning lantern-lit floats, traditional music, and a community celebration, making it a must-visit summer event.
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Yamaguchi Tanabata Lantern Festival
Don't miss this fantastic summer event, where thousands of lanterns, each lit by hand, illuminate the city.
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Hakodate Port Festival
The annual Hakodate Port Festival draws visitors wih lively fireworks, colorful parades, and the famous Squid Dance.
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Morioka Sansa Odori Dance Festival
Keen to see one of Tohoku's liveliest festivals? Get all the details here on the Morioka Sansa Odori Dance Festival.
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Kyoto Honganji Temple Bon Dance
Modern music meets traditional at this Bon Odori dance just north of Kyoto Station.
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Ono Hiyoshi Shrine Sanno Festival
Marvel at lion dances and demons at this unique festival with wonderfully unusual costumes.
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Shin-Umeda Osaka Summer Festival
Looking for a family-friendly festival in the heart of the city? The Shin-Umeda City Summer Festival features traditional Bon dances, kids' games, and exciting attractions.
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Miyajima Kangen-sai Festival
Kangen-sai is the largest and greatest annual festival held at the Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima island.
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Nagoya Port Fireworks Festival 2025
A small (just 3,000 fireworks), but scenic, fireworks festival.
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Ito Matsukawa River Tub Riding Race
This quirky race held since 1956 sees individuals in barrels paddle down the Matsukawa River in Ito City on the Izu Peninsula.
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Abare Festival
The Abare Festival, also known as the "Fire and Violence Festival," is a fierce annual event in Noto, Ishikawa, featuring chaotic mikoshi rituals and fiery traditions.
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Tōhoku Kizuna Festival
This festival creates a fun and vibrant atmosphere through various stage events and local food stalls.
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Koinobori at Ōboke Gorge
View the iconic koi carp streamers hanging above Yoshino River at Ōboke Gorge.
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Soma Nomaoi Wild Horse Chasing Festival
A traditional festival showcasing military skills and horseback riding in Fukushima.
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Mantō Mitama Festival
As the sun goes down, feast your eyes on thousands of lanterns and a traditional Japanese dance performed by 100 shrine maidens in red and white.
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Hamamatsu Flying Dragon Festival
Ever wanted to see the mystical dragons of the Nintendo Zelda games come to the life?
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Sendai Aoba Festival
First held in 1655, the Sendai Aoba Festival takes place at the beginning of the warm season in early May. What happens? The Yoi Matsuri on Saturday night features the Suzume Odori, the Sparrow …
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Kankame-Inari Yomiya Festival
See geisha entertain the locals at this very small festival in Kyoto.
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Kamo Kurabeuma Horse Racing Ritual
The Kamo Kurabeuma Horse Racing Ritual at Kamigamo Shrine is an ancient celebration featuring sacred horse races and traditional rituals.
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