July 2025 Events in Japan

Aizen Festival

Get ready for the first of Osaka's major summer festivals.

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.

Umekoji Handicrafts Market

Discover handmade treasures and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere at Kyoto’s Umekoji Handicrafts Market, a monthly gathering of artisans and creators.

Mt. Fuji Opening Fireworks Festival

To mark the opening of Mount Fuji climbing season, there will be fireworks on the shores of Lake Kawaguchiko.

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.

Ise Shrine Dedication Fireworks Festival

One of Japan's most famous, with approximately 7000 fireworks launched in a competition format.

Nagoya Port Fireworks Festival 2025

A small (just 3,000 fireworks), but scenic, fireworks festival.

Hakata Gion Yamakasa

Hakata Gion Yamasaka is one of Fukuoka's largest festivals.

Corona Sunsets Festival

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

Mishima Skywalk Hydrangea Festival

With 13,000 hydrangeas in 205 varieties and a selection of hydrangea-themed snacks, pay a visit to the Mishima Skywalk Hydrangea Festival to brighten up the rainy days.

Hita Gion Festival

See the enormous yamaboko floats parade around the historic town of Hita

Minato Matsuri Fireworks Display

A festival originally created to pray for the port's safety and to bring visitors to the area.

Miyajima Kangen-sai Festival

Kangen-sai is the largest and greatest annual festival held at the Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima island.

Kiso Mikoshi Makuri Festival

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

Tenjin Festival

Who isn't impressed by illuminated boats and fireworks?

Doshin/UHB Fireworks Festival 2025

Hokkaido's most popular fireworks festival, lighting up the night sky over Sapporo.

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.

Lake Nojiri Fireworks Festival

This lesser-known festival of fireworks features a unique setting.

Kuwana Suigo Fireworks Festival

Celebrates the completion of the Ise Bridge in 1934 by enjoying underwater fireworks and a festival atmosphere.

Yamaguchi Gion Matsuri

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

Tobata Gion Yamagasa Festival

See the tall Yamagasa floats illuminating the Tobata night.

Notojima Kōda Fire Festival

This is one of Japan's biggest fire festivals.

Kihoku Lantern Festival 2025

Picture a large lantern floating in a harbor with evening fireworks.

Ono Hiyoshi Shrine Sanno Festival

Marvel at lion dances and demons at this unique festival with wonderfully unusual costumes.