Events in Japan

Tōji Temple Flea Market

Visit Tōji Temple, one of Kyoto's oldest temples, and explore the bustling Kobo-ichi Market. Held monthly, this vibrant market is an unmissable experience for visitors and locals alike.

Tōyako Manga Anime Festa 2025

Every year, thousands of anime and manga fans descend on the peaceful town of Tōyako Onsen.

Himeji Yukata Festival

Join the locals dressed in yukata (light cotton summer robes) and hit the food stalls.

Tohoku Jibiiru (Craft Beer) Festival

Taking place in Akita City, this beer festival features brewers from the northern part of Honshu. Brewers in attendance include North Island from Hokkaido, Iwate-kura, Tazawa-ko and the host …

Izawanomiya Otaue Rice Festival

Visit this festival to ensure a good harvest.

Tenjin-san Shrine Flea Market

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

Kyoto Art Fireworks

One of Kyoto's biggest fireworks festivals with a creative twist.

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.

Osaka Whisky Festival

Neat, on the rocks, or with a twist. However you like it, Whisky Festival Osaka is serving up a dram good time.

Aizen Festival

Get ready for the first of Osaka's major summer festivals.

Umekoji Handicrafts Market

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

Abare Festival

The Abare Festival, also known as the "Fire and Violence Festival," is a fierce annual event in Noto, Ishikawa, featuring chaotic mikoshi rituals and fiery traditions.

Mt. Fuji Opening Fireworks Festival

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

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.

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.

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.

Nagoya Port Fireworks Festival 2025

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

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.

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.

Miyajima Kangen-sai Festival

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

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.