Events in Japan

Ito Matsukawa River Tub Riding Race

This quirky race held since 1956 sees individuals in barrels paddle down the Matsukawa River in Ito City on the Izu Peninsula.

Mt. Fuji Opening Fireworks Festival

To mark the opening of Mount Fuji climbing season, there will be fireworks on the shores of Lake Kawaguchiko.

Mishima Skywalk Hydrangea Festival

With 13,000 hydrangeas in 205 varieties and a selection of hydrangea-themed snacks, pay a visit to the Mishima Skywalk Hydrangea Festival to brighten up the rainy days.

Miyajima Kangen-sai Festival

Kangen-sai is the largest and greatest annual festival held at the Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima island.

Corona Sunsets Festival

Corona Sunsets has everything you need for a perfect summer festival.

Hakata Gion Yamakasa

Hakata Gion Yamasaka is one of Fukuoka's largest festivals.

Ise Shrine Dedication Fireworks Festival

One of Japan's most famous, with approximately 7000 fireworks launched in a competition format.

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.

Nagoya Port Fireworks Festival 2025

A small (just 3,000 fireworks), but scenic, fireworks festival.

Hita Gion Festival

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

Minato Matsuri Fireworks Display

A festival originally created to pray for the port's safety and to bring visitors to the area.

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.

Kiso Mikoshi Makuri Festival

Fireworks displays, enormous shrines, and a festive atmosphere await here!

Tenjin-san Shrine Flea Market

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

Tenjin Festival

Who isn't impressed by illuminated boats and fireworks?

Atami Marine Sea Fireworks Festival 2025

The Atami Marine Fireworks have been lighting up the east coast of the Izu Peninsula since 1952.

Doshin/UHB Fireworks Festival 2025

Hokkaido's most popular fireworks festival, lighting up the night sky over Sapporo.

Lake Nojiri Fireworks Festival

This lesser-known festival of fireworks features a unique setting.

Shin-Umeda Osaka Summer Festival

Looking for a family-friendly festival in the heart of the city? The Shin-Umeda City Summer Festival features traditional Bon dances, kids' games, and exciting attractions.

Kinugawa Onsen Dragon King Festival

Watch as the Manto Mikoshi, a portable shrine glowing with ten thousand lanterns, parades through the night.

Kuwana Suigo Fireworks Festival

Celebrates the completion of the Ise Bridge in 1934 by enjoying underwater fireworks and a festival atmosphere.

Notojima Kōda Fire Festival

This is one of Japan's biggest fire festivals.

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