Events in Osaka

Sumiyoshi Festival

A three day festival at Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine.

Naniwa Yodogawa Fireworks Festival

The crowds get pretty huge at this long running fireworks festival.

Summer Sonic Osaka 2025

This two-day party is known for featuring some of the biggest acts from around the world.

Osaka Senshu Fireworks Festival

Take in an explosion of panoramic fireworks and a drone show in Osaka.

Osaka Kansai Expo 2025 Fireworks

From sacred shrine illuminations to fierce pyrotechnic showdowns, each fireworks display tells a story. It all culminates in a dazzling 30-minute finale on 23 July.

Minami-Mido Osaka Bon Dance

Osaka's biggest bon dance festival is back — and lovable mascot Button-kun will be making an appearance, too!

Kishiwada Danjiri Festival

Get ready for one of Osaka's rowdiest festivals.

Mozu Hachiman Shrine Autumn Festival

This annual Moon-Viewing Festival features the spectacular Futon Daiko — massive, beautifully adorned floats.

Kansai Queer Film Festival 2025

A unique experience exploring the world of queer media.

Osaka Kansai Expo 2025 Fireworks

From sacred shrine illuminations to fierce pyrotechnic showdowns, each fireworks display tells a story. It all culminates in a dazzling 30-minute finale on 23 July.

Osaka Kansai Expo 2025 Fireworks

From sacred shrine illuminations to fierce pyrotechnic showdowns, each fireworks display tells a story. It all culminates in a dazzling 30-minute finale on 23 July.

Osaka Kitchenware Street Festival

Stock up on all the best kitchenware, then eat your fill-what's not to love?

Study: Osaka Kansai International Art Festival

Art for all. Study: Osaka Kansai International Art Festival brings immersive exhibitions, global artists, and hands-on activities in a family-friendly package.

Osaka Kansai World Expo 2025

What new technologies and innovations will you find at Expo 2025?

Osaka Mecha Happy Festival

Put a smile on your face at this dance festival.

Hannan City Yagura Festival 2025

See Japan's traditional yagura towers up close at this unique festival.

Goryo Jinja Shrine Autumn Festival

This festival sees dozens of lanterns placed carefully around Goryo Jinja Shrine.

Osaka Great Sky Art Fireworks

Osaka Bay Rinku Art Fireworks is a dazzling spectacle of light and sound, where cutting-edge pyrotechnics and music come together to create a mesmerizing show over the bay.

Shitennoji Wasso Festival

The Shitennoji Wasso Festival celebrates those who have come to Japan from across Asia.

Midōsuji Runway

Part of Midōsuji Avenue in Osaka will burst with live music, traditional performances, and parades.

Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Japan

Experience Halloween like never before at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka.

Suminoe Art Beat

Celebrate creativity at Suminoe Art Beat in Osaka, featuring art, food, and a giant duck.

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.