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Mt. Fuji Opening Fireworks Festival
To mark the opening of Mount Fuji climbing season, there will be fireworks on the shores of Lake Kawaguchiko.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Miyajima Kangen-sai Festival
Kangen-sai is the largest and greatest annual festival held at the Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima island.
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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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Ise Shrine Dedication Fireworks Festival
One of Japan's most famous, with approximately 7000 fireworks launched in a competition format.
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Nagoya Port Fireworks Festival 2026
A small (just 3,000 fireworks), but scenic, fireworks festival.
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Kawaguchiko Lavender Herb Festival
This Mount Fuji town will celebrate more than 100,000 lavender shrubs. What happens? This is the time of year when the town of Fujikawaguchiko gets a brush of purple over its landscape. Taking …
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Kiso Mikoshi Makuri Festival
Fireworks displays, enormous shrines, and a festive atmosphere await here!
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Sapporo Doshin/UHB Fireworks Festival 2026
Hokkaido's most popular fireworks festival, lighting up the night sky over Sapporo.
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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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