Events in Osaka

Roasted Sweet Potato Festival

Celebrate one of Japan’s favorite autumn treats at the Yakiimo Festival in Osaka.

Shinno Festival

Discover Osaka's Shinno Festival, which takes place annually at Sukunahikona Shrine, where local businesses and visitors come together to pray for health and prosperity.

Minō Momiji Festival

Get the most out of Autumn with a trip to the Minō Momiji Festival.

Mineral Capital Osaka

If your winter needs a little sparkle, Mineral Capital Osaka is where you can browse and buy dazzling gems.

Osaka Candlelight Concert: Best of Joe Hisaishi (Studio Ghibli)

Warm up a chilly night before Christmas with candlelight and your favorite songs from Studio Ghibli composer Joe Hisaishi.

Osaka Christmas Market

Spend some time with Christmas cheer at this traditional market.

Ramen Expo 2024

Taste the depth of Japan's ramen experiences here

No Limit! Christmas at Universal Studios Japan

The whole of USJ will get a blanket of festive fun. Expect cheery decorations and a massive show under the impressive 30-meter-tall glowing Christmas tree.

Osaka Toka Ebisu Festival

Join the festive atmosphere of Osaka’s Toka Ebisu Festival at Imamiya Ebisu Shrine, where locals gather to pray for wealth and success while enjoying street food and lively parades.

Shittenoji Doya Doya Festival

See dozens of loincloth-clad men and boys doused in very cold water as they compete in teams for banknotes.

Festival of Lights Osaka

See Osaka come alive with light on those cold winter nights.

Dojima Yakushido Setsubun Omizukumi Festival

Instead of bean-throwing, you toss joss sticks into a fire at this traditional Setsubun Festival.

Namba Hikari Tabi Illumination 2024

Glow up your Instagram — literally. Experience a mesmerizing journey through lights with glowing art installations and illuminations.

Osaka and Kōbe Illuminage

See Osaka and Kobe come alight at this unique illumination event.

Ichiya Kanjo (One Night) Festival

A smaller, but unique festival in Osaka for fans of traditional Japanese culture

Osaka Marathon 2025

Pound the asphalt or cheer from the sidelines at the Osaka Marathon 2024

Osaka Asian Film Festival 2025

See films from over a dozen different countries, at venues around Osaka (and online).

Osaka March Grand Sumo Tournament

See Japan's top wrestlers have a go at it in Osaka.

Grand Sumo Minoh Expo Tournament

Sumo Minoh Expo is one of the most highly-anticipated sumo events of the year.

Expo ’70 Sakura Expo

Expo '70 Commemorative Park is known for being one of Japan's top 100 cherry blossom viewing spots.

Osaka Mint Bureau Cherry Blossom Viewing

See late blooming cherry blossoms in Osaka this spring.

Osaka Castle Spring Festival

Make the most of sakura season at the Osaka Castle Spring Festival, happening from February 21 to April 15.

Nyanko Expo 2025

Join 300 popular feline-living artists from all over Japan at this large cat goods event in Osaka.

Osaka Comic Con 2025

Find all your favorite anime, manga, and comics in one place.