Events in Okinawa

Okinawa Zento Eisa Festival

Three days of dancing and celebration as Okinawans gather to welcome their ancestors.

Paantu Festival

A festival where locals dress as supernatural beings and aim to get mud on everything.

Great Tug-of-War

The largest tug-of-war event in the world is held every year in Naha.

Ishigaki Island Festival

Ishigaki Island plays host to a beautiful festival.

Shurijo Castle Revival Festival

Watch the huge procession of the Ryukyu Kingdom in all its glory

Okinawa International Carnival

Samba, biker runs, live music, tug-of-war competitions, karate demonstrations, and much more.

Naha Marathon 2025

A "festival of sun, ocean and joggers" that is one of Japan's premier long-distance road races.

Okinawa International Culture Festival

The Okinawa International Cultural Festival is bringing together locals, tourists, artists, and even a mascot for a two-day celebration of film.

Hanabi Illusion 2026

Japan's earliest 'summer fireworks festival' takes place in Okinawa in April!