Festival Events in Japan

Yoshida Fire Festival

Things heat up at this annual fire festival close to Mount Fuji.

Shinjo Festival

Elaborate floats, portable shrines, judo, archery, and traditional dances — Yamagata's three-day Shinjo Festival is worth attending.

Nijō Castle NAKED Summer Festival 2025

The art collective NAKED are doing what they do best and turning another historical landmark into a fun, festival paradise.

Noboribetsu Hell Festival

Get ready to face demons as the Great Demon King Enma leads a fiery parade through Noboribetsu Onsen.

Earth Celebration

Head to Sado Island for a celebration of the Earth and its shades of beauty.

Yanai Goldfish Lantern Festival

Glowing goldfish put on a show in hopes of revitalizing this small village in Yamaguchi Prefecture.

Goshogawara Tachi-Neputa Festival

A unique parade with delicately made tall pagoda floats.

Hirosaki Neputa Festival

The less rowdy little sister of the Neputa festivals

Kuroishi Neputa Festival

See the parade of floats at this beautiful festival

World Cosplay Summit 2025

Join in as the streets of Nagoya fill with the very best cosplayers in the world.

Takabocchi Kogen Horse Race

Spend your day horsing around at this horse race with plenty of other fun activities.

Hirakawa Neputa Festival

Enjoy the sight of one of Japan's biggest floats at this beautiful festival.

Kyoto Honganji Temple Bon Dance

Modern music meets traditional at this Bon Odori dance just north of Kyoto Station.

Gion Festival 2025

Gion Festival is a month-long festival in Kyoto.

Yamaguchi Gion Matsuri

The highlight of this festival is an elegant dance performed in heron costumes.

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.

Kiso Mikoshi Makuri Festival

Fireworks displays, enormous shrines, and a festive atmosphere await here!

Corona Sunsets Festival

Corona Sunsets has everything you need for a perfect summer festival.

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.

Tōyako Manga Anime Festa 2025

Every year, thousands of anime and manga fans descend on the peaceful town of Tōyako Onsen.

Tōhoku Kizuna Festival

This festival creates a fun and vibrant atmosphere through various stage events and local food stalls.

Kanazawa Hyakumangoku Festival

One of Kanazawa's top annual festivals, held over three days.

Soma Nomaoi Wild Horse Chasing Festival

A traditional festival showcasing military skills and horseback riding in Fukushima.

Hamamatsu Flying Dragon Festival

Ever wanted to see the mystical dragons of the Nintendo Zelda games come to the life?