Oni Hashiri: Ogres and Flaming Torches
A fiery display of vanquishing demons awaits at this Nara festival.
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Christmas at Universal Studios Japan 2026
The whole of USJ will get a blanket of festive fun. Expect cheery decorations and a massive show under the impressive 30-meter-tall glowing Christmas tree.
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Haunted Halloween at Huis Ten Bosch
Each year from October to November, Huis Ten Bosch in Nagasaki stages its highly popular, autumn-only event, Haunted Halloween.
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Osaka Noh Festival
This Osaka event helps decode the mystery of Noh without losing any of the magic.
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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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Osaka Castle Noh
Head to Osaka Castle to experience Noh, the oldest surviving classical theater form in Japan.
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Saku Hot-Air Balloon Festival
The Saku Balloon Festival fills the skies with colorful hot-air balloons during Golden Week.
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YAMATO the Drummers of Japan New Year’s Performance
This is a past eventCatch special performances and workshops from one of Japan's most prolific taiko troupes.
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Traditional Noh Performance in Kyoto
This is a past eventExperience noh theater up close and personal.
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Traditional Noh Performance in Kyoto
This is a past eventExperience noh theater up close and personal.
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National Orchestra of Canada Tour in Osaka
This is a past eventCanada’s National Arts Centre Orchestra makes a triumphant return to Japan, visiting Tokyo, Osaka, and Tsu (Mie).
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National Orchestra of Canada Tour in Tsu City (Mie)
This is a past eventCanada’s National Arts Centre Orchestra makes a triumphant return to Japan, visiting Tokyo, Osaka, and Tsu (Mie).
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Yu Sakai Tour 2025 in Osaka: PASADENA
This is a past eventYu Sakai is making a name for himself after showing off his smooth vocals and vibrant energy on NPR's famous Tiny Desk Concert.
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Traditional Noh Performance in Kyoto
This is a past eventDon't leave Japan without experiencing Noh — Japan's dynamic traditional performing art — in Kyoto.
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Hot Air Balloon Experience in Mie
This is a past eventTake your Kansai trip to new heights and board a tethered flight on a hot air balloon.
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English Rakugo Show
This is a past eventThe traditional art of rakugo performed in English — a must-see for lovers of Japanese culture.
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Saikū Takigi Noh Play with Commentary in English
This is a past eventEnjoy the art of a traditional Noh theater play and learn about the history of the Saikū Palace in Mie.
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Hanazono Kaiki Horror Stadium
This is a past eventJust the right thing to get you ready for the spookiest month of the year. The Hanazono Rugby Stadium will turn into a night you’ll never forget. You have been invited to the event …
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Worldwide Eisa Festival
This is a past eventDance, they say, like nobody is watching. If that’s not your jam, go watch somebody else dance instead. Head down to Naha in Okinawa and experience the Worldwide Eisa Festival. This dance …
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Fashion’s Night Out Osaka 2019
This is a past eventVogue magazine holds their annual “global festival of shopping” event ‘Fashion’s Night Out’ at Hankyu’s Umeda Honten and Hankyu Men’s Osaka department stores …
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Connecting the Lines
This is a past eventEver wondered what happened when an artist and DJ collaborate? Connecting the Lines is finding out just that. Osakan artist Johnna Slaby is joining up with DJ Ellen from Tokyo/Brazil to create a …
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People Seeking Peace
This is a past eventA fashion show incorporating the art, faces and memories of the people of Hiroshima, Ryunosuke Okazaki(s show will take place at the Former Bank of Japan on the 73 anniversary of the disaster. …
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The Vagina Monologues
This is a past eventA great chance to see a bilingual performance of the Vagina Monologues with proceeds going to a local survivor support charity.
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