Events in Nagano

Nagano Marathon 2025

Pound the asphalt or cheer from the sidelines at the Nagano Marathon.

Saku Hot-Air Balloon Festival

The Saku Balloon Festival fills the skies with colorful hot-air balloons during Golden Week.

Toshio Suzuki and Studio Ghibli Exhibition in Nagano

Calling all Studio Ghibli fans. This Nagano exhibition explores the creative genius and inspirations behind the work of Studio Ghibli producer Toshio Suzuki.

Kiso Mikoshi Makuri Festival

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

Lake Nojiri Fireworks Festival

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

Takabocchi Kogen Horse Race

Spend your day horsing around at this horse race with plenty of other fun activities.

Lake Suwa Fireworks Festival

See an incredible 40,000 fireworks go up in smoke.

National New Fireworks Games

See what younger fireworks technicians are capable of.

Karuizawa Momiji Festival

Experience some of the very best autumn foliage Japan has to offer.

Nozawa Onsen Fire Festival

One of the three greatest fire festivals in Japan.

Togakushi Dondoyaki Fire Festival

A traditional Japanese New Years' festival to bring you some luck.

Suwa Onbashira Festival

Japan's most dangerous festival — several participants don't make it back home...