Events in Japan

Rising Sun Rock Festival 2025

The Rising Sun Rock Festival in Ezo (Hokkaido) is Japan’s top all-night outdoor rock fest.

Kumano Fireworks Festival

This is officially the biggest fireworks display in Mie with over 10,000 rockets forming some breath-taking displays.

Earth Celebration

Head to Sado Island for a celebration of the Earth and its shades of beauty.

Summer Sonic Osaka 2025

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

Shakado River Fireworks Festival

Fukushima Prefecture's largest fireworks festival.

Senshu Fireworks Festival

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

Shirahama Fireworks Festival 2025

Held in Wakayama since 1948, this festival sees over 2,500 fireworks light up the sky.

Domannaka Festival 2025

The Domannaka Festival is the largest dance festival in central Japan.

Noboribetsu Hell Festival

Get ready to face demons as the Great Demon King Enma leads a fiery parade through Noboribetsu Onsen.

Nijō Castle NAKED Summer Festival 2025

The art collective NAKED are doing what they do best and turning another historical landmark into a fun, festival paradise.

Shinjo Festival

Elaborate floats, portable shrines, judo, archery, and traditional dances — Yamagata's three-day Shinjo Festival is worth attending.

Yoshida Fire Festival

Things heat up at this annual fire festival close to Mount Fuji.

Minami-Mido Osaka Bon Dance

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

Omagari Fireworks Festival

Tōhoku's largest fireworks festival is also a national fireworks tournament.

All Japan Kokeshi Festival

Celebrate the craftsmanship of Kokeshi dolls, a traditional Japanese wooden doll that has no arms or legs.

Owara Kaze no Bon Dance Festival

Haunting night dances, traditional melodies, and a festive local vibe steeped in centuries-old traditions.

Umekoji Handicrafts Market

Discover handmade treasures and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere at Kyoto’s Umekoji Handicrafts Market, a monthly gathering of artisans and creators.

National New Fireworks Games

See what younger fireworks technicians are capable of.

Gujō Odori Dance Festival

Experience the Gujo Odori dance festival, one of Japan's top three bon dance festivals and now a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Rich in tradition with plenty to see, this event is a …

Jozenji Street Jazz Festival

Sendai's streets filled with jazzy beats.

Misawa Air Base Festival in Aomori

Indulge in your love of planes and fighter jets with this annual festival.

Nagasaki Sasebo Seaside Festival

The festival's main draw is a ginormous firework display in the evening on the first day.

Kamigamo Shrine Sumo Festival

Visit Kamigamo Shrine for the sumo wrestling and unique traditional ceremonies.

Katakai Fireworks Festival

Experience the world’s largest firework and over 15,000 fireworks lighting up the sky across two spectacular nights.