Earth Celebration
★ Staff recommendation
Head to Sado Island for a celebration of the Earth and its shades of beauty.
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Nijō Castle NAKED Summer Festival 2026
The art collective NAKED are doing what they do best and turning another historical landmark into a fun, festival paradise.
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Universal Cool Japan
Each year, Universal Studios Japan rolls out a limited-time lineup of attractions based on hit anime, games, and manga novels.
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Kyoto Sky Lantern Festival
Set off your own glowing, LED-powered lantern into the night sky at this Tanabata celebration. It's easily accessible from Kyoto Station.
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Nagoya Castle Summer Festival
This classic summer festival is framed by Nagoya Castle’s towering keeps and storied stone ramparts.
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Osaka Shitennōji Bon Festival
Celebrate Obon the traditional way at the Shitennōji Bon Odori Festival, taking place in Osaka this August.
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Yanai Goldfish Lantern Festival
Glowing goldfish put on a show in hopes of revitalizing this small village in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
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Goshogawara Tachi-Neputa Festival
A unique parade with delicately made tall pagoda floats.
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Yatori no Shinji Festival
Things heat up as 60 men rush towards the center of a pond to grab a limited 50 arrow-like talismans.
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Hirakawa Neputa Festival
Enjoy the sight of one of Japan's biggest floats at this beautiful festival.
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World Cosplay Summit 2026
Join in as the streets of Nagoya fill with the very best cosplayers in the world.
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Takatsuki Festival
Feel the community spirit and shake a leg at Osaka's Takatsuki Festival.
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Sumiyoshi Festival
A purification ritual and portable shrine festival at Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine.
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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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Hita Gion Festival
See the enormous yamaboko floats parade around the historic town of Hita.
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Yamaguchi Gion Matsuri
The highlight of this festival is an elegant dance performed in heron 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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Kiso Mikoshi Makuri Festival
Fireworks displays, enormous shrines, and a festive atmosphere await here!
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Ikutama Festival
This lively summer festival is held each year at Ikutama Shrine in Osaka, easily accessible from Osaka Station.
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