May 2025 Events in Japan

Sakata Festival

See giant lion head floats and unique wheeled floats.

Kamogawa Odori

This is the last of Kyoto's spring geisha dances.

Hamamatsu Flying Dragon Festival

Ever wanted to see the mystical dragons of the Nintendo Zelda games come to the life?

Mantō Mitama Festival

As the sun goes down, feast your eyes on thousands of lanterns and a traditional Japanese dance performed by 100 shrine maidens in red and white.

Fuji Shibazakura Festival

See the colorful and vibrant flower fields at the base of Mt. Fuji

Soma Nomaoi Wild Horse Chasing Festival

A traditional festival showcasing military skills and horseback riding in Fukushima.

Koinobori at Ōboke Gorge

View the iconic koi carp streamers hanging above Yoshino River at Ōboke Gorge.

Kanazawa Hyakumangoku Festival

One of Kanazawa's top annual festivals, held over three days.

Hamanako Flower Expo 2025

This is a lovely day out for flower enthusiasts.

Osaka Kansai World Expo 2025

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

Setouchi Triennale 2025

A world famous art festival in three parts.

Tenjin-san Shrine Flea Market

Explore the Tenjin-san Flea Market at Kitano Tenman-gū, Kyoto, held on the 25th of every month.

Tenjin-san Shrine Flea Market

Explore the Tenjin-san Flea Market at Kitano Tenman-gū, Kyoto, held on the 25th of every month.

Tenjin-san Shrine Flea Market

Explore the Tenjin-san Flea Market at Kitano Tenman-gū, Kyoto, held on the 25th of every month.