Events in Japan

Kintaikyō Bridge Festival

Enjoy the festival atmosphere at this traditional and years old recreation of the return of the Daimyo.

Spring Kemari Festival

This Nara festival features beautiful processions, rituals, and eventually a game of kemari.

Miyako Odori Geiko Performance

Celebrate spring in Kyoto with the annual Miyako Odori, a performance by Kyoto's geisha.

Tochigi Autumn Festival

Tochigi's autumn nights turn bright with festivities.

Suwa Onbashira Festival

Japan's most dangerous festival — several participants don't make it back home...