Events in Japan

Yamaguchi Gion Matsuri

The highlight of this festival is an elegant dance performed in heron costumes.

Beppu Fire Sea Festival

See one of Kyushu's largest firework displays

Nagasaki Port Festival

A summer festival in one of Japan's most beautiful seaside spots.

Hita Gion Festival

See the enormous yamaboko floats parade around the historic town of Hita.

Tobata Gion Oyamakasa Festival

See the tall Yamagasa floats illuminating the Tobata night.

The Japan International Birdman Rally

People in human powered flying machines throw themselves off a jetty and into a lake.

Nagoya July Grand Sumo Tournament

The fourth of Japan's six largest Sumo tournaments in Nagoya.

Naoetsu Gion Festival

In July each year, there are a number of Gion festivals that happen throughout Japan (the most famous of which happens in Kyoto). This one happens in Joetsu City in Niigata. What happens? The …

Gion Festival 2025

Gion Festival is a month-long festival in Kyoto.

Umeda Yukata Festival

It's summer in the city, and Umeda's annual Yukata Festival is back.

Kyoto Honganji Temple Bon Dance

Modern music meets traditional at this Bon Odori dance just north of Kyoto Station.

Sumiyoshi Festival

A purification ritual and portable shrine festival at Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine.

Umekoji Handicrafts Market

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

Okazaki Fireworks Festival

Enjoy one of the most beautiful and largest firework shows in all of Aichi.

Tatemon Festival

The Tatemon Festival in Uozu, Toyama, showcases stunning lantern-lit floats, traditional music, and a community celebration, making it a must-visit summer event.

World Cosplay Summit 2025

Join in as the streets of Nagoya fill with the very best cosplayers in the world.

Hinokuni Festival

Enjoy one of Kumamoto City's summer festivals

Hirakawa Neputa Festival

Enjoy the sight of one of Japan's biggest floats at this beautiful festival.

Nagaoka Fireworks Festival

Get ready for fireworks, float parades, and folk dance processions.

Morioka Sansa Odori Dance Festival

Keen to see one of Tohoku's liveliest festivals? Get all the details here on the Morioka Sansa Odori Dance Festival.

Lake Kawaguchiko Fireworks Festival

Watch a stunning array of fireworks and enjoy the festive atmosphere at this historic fireworks display.

Hakodate Port Festival

The annual Hakodate Port Festival draws visitors wih lively fireworks, colorful parades, and the famous Squid Dance.

The Chikugogawa Fireworks Festival 2025

Experience one of Japan's longest running fireworks festivals.

Kuroishi Neputa Festival

See the parade of floats at this beautiful festival.