Events in Japan

Kōdai-ji Zen Temple Autumn Illuminations

Experience the enchanting autumn night illumination at Kodai-ji Temple, Kyoto. Wander through beautifully lit gardens with stunning autumn leaves.

Kasuga Wakamiya On-Matsuri

A traditional Japanese festival with roots tracing back to the 12th Century.

Tōji Temple Flea Market

Visit Tōji Temple, one of Kyoto's oldest temples, and explore the bustling Kobo-ichi Market. Held monthly, this vibrant market is an unmissable experience for visitors and locals alike.

Atami Marine Sea Fireworks Festival 2024

The Atami Marine Fireworks have been lighting up the east coast of the Izu Peninsula since 1952.

Glover Garden Night Illumination

Get your dose of local history while also enjoying pretty nighttime illuminations.

Nankinmachi Lantern Fair

Kobe's China Town comes alight with dozens of lanterns.

Fukuoka Christmas Market and Illuminations

Spend your Christmas wrapped up in the midst of the beautiful Fukuoka Christmas Market and Illuminations.

Sendai Pageant of Starlight

See Sendai's most beautiful sights under the radiant illuminations.

Tenjin-san Shrine Flea Market

Explore the Tenjin-san Flea Market at Kitano Tenman-gū, Kyoto, held on the 25th of every month.

Twinkle Jōyō Illumination

Explore dazzling illuminations at southern Kyoto's Twinkle Jōyō Light Pageant.

Osaka Christmas Market

Spend some time with Christmas cheer at this traditional market.

Hakodate Christmas Fantasy

For a magical Christmas event that all the family can enjoy, head over to Hakodate Christmas Fantasy.

Light Cycles Kyoto

Visit Light Cycles Kyoto at the Kyoto Botanical Gardens, Japan's oldest public botanical gardens, for unique installations uniting light, sound, and projection art.

Traditional Noh Performance in Kyoto

Don't leave Japan without experiencing Noh — Japan's dynamic traditional performing art — in Kyoto.

Sagano Romantic Train Light-Up in Kyoto

Ride the Sagano Romantic Train in winter and enjoy the festive light-up.

Ramen Expo 2024

Taste the depth of Japan's ramen experiences here

Huis Ten Bosch New Year Countdown

Celebrate the new year in extravagant style at this (literally!) star-studded event

Okera Mairi: Old Year’s Eve at Yasaka-jinja Shrine

Want to ensure peace and prosperity for the new year? You might have to stay up all night.

Bad-Mouthing Festival

This bizarre New Year's Eve ritual, dating back to the Edo period, lets participants shout away their frustrations while trekking to the temple summit.

Takasaki Daruma Market

On the first two days of the year, many flock to Takasaki to buy daruma dolls.

No Limit! Christmas at Universal Studios Japan

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.

Huis Ten Bosch Christmas Town

Christmas really does come early in Nagasaki.

Maebashi Hatsuichi Daruma Festival

Daruma dolls are set alight in a traditional Japanese festival.

Osaka Toka Ebisu Festival

Join the festive atmosphere of Osaka’s Toka Ebisu Festival at Imamiya Ebisu Shrine, where locals gather to pray for wealth and success while enjoying street food and lively parades.