May 2024 Events in Japan

Fukuoka Christmas Market and Illuminations

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

Fukuoka Phantom Castle

See Fukuoka Castle shine in all its glory at this special illumination event happening between March and April.

Hakata Dontaku Festival

The most popular Golden Week festival.

Hakata Gion Yamakasa

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

Tobata Gion Yamagasa Festival

See the tall Yamagasa floats illuminating the Tobata night.

The Chikugogawa Fireworks Festival 2025

Experience one of Japan's longest running fireworks festivals.

Kanmon Straits Fireworks Festival

Two cities unite to create a dazzling display of fireworks.

Beers of Japan Festival

A festival for all the beer loves out there to taste the best of Japanese and International breweries.

Fukuoka November Grand Sumo Tournament

The final of Japan's six annual Sumo Tournaments.