Events in Japan

Atami Marine Sea Fireworks Festival 2025

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

Great Tug-of-War

The largest tug-of-war event in the world is held every year in Naha.

Saiin Kasuga Shrine Festival

A popular fall festival with parades, lantern displays, and food stalls.

Otsu Hikiyama Festival

One of Shiga's largest three festivals.

Osaka Kitchenware Street Festival

Stock up on all the best kitchenware, then eat your fill-what's not to love?

Kyoto Intercollegiate Festa

The Intercollegiate Festa is organized by the students of Kyoto.

Mammoth Flea Market Z (Autumn)

Mammoth Flea Market Z is, well, big.

Tanbo Art

See some of the largest forms of living art - fields grown into enormous murals.

Asagiri Jam 2025

From the organizers of Fuji Rock, Asagiri Jam is a music festival that takes place on the actual slopes of Mount Fuji at a time of year that is usually more conducive to being in the outdoors. …

Osaka Expo 2025

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Mt. Fuji Rainbow Flower Festival

Enjoy the vibrant colors of summer at the Rainbow Flower Festival, set against the stunning backdrop of Mount Fuji. Enjoy over 15 varieties of flowers in full bloom from August to October.

Gundam Pavillion at Osaka Expo 2025

From a 17-meter RX-78F00/E Gundam statue to an immersive, reservation-only pavilion experience, this exhibit reimagines Gundam’s Universal Century as something within reach.

Study: Osaka Kansai International Art Festival

Art for all. Study: Osaka Kansai International Art Festival brings immersive exhibitions, global artists, and hands-on activities in a family-friendly package.

Hannan City Yagura Festival 2025

See Japan's traditional yagura towers up close at this unique festival.

Osaka Mecha Happy Festival

Put a smile on your face at this dance festival.

Kiyomizu Temple Seiryu-e Dragon Festival (Autumn)

A festival at the beautiful Kiyomizu-dera Temple.

Nada no Kenka Festival

Get into the fighting spirit at Nada no Kenka Festival.

Goryo Jinja Shrine Autumn Festival

This festival sees dozens of lanterns placed carefully around Goryo Jinja Shrine.

Nikkō Tōshogū Shrine Autumn Grand Festival

Experience the grandeur of the Shōgun's army.

Miyajima Water Fireworks Festival

Combining one of Japan's most scenic places, Miyajima Island, with one of Japan's favorite summer activities, fireworks.

Naniwa Yodogawa Fireworks Festival

The crowds get pretty huge at this long running fireworks festival.

M Festival 2025

Join a vibrant music festival that brings together music, culture, and fun under a starry night.

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.

Toyono Village Cosmos Festival

Sakura this, sakura that. Autumn brings cosmos flowers to Osaka.