Chagu Chagu Umakko Horse Festival
Follow along a parade of horses as they trot from shrine to shrine in Morioka.
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National Treasures of Japan Exhibition in Osaka
From stunning Buddhist sculptures to intricate calligraphy, this is your chance to witness 130 designated National Treasures of Japan all in one place.
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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.
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Nagano Lily of the Valley Festival
Breathe in the cool mountain air and the sweet scent of 1.2 million lilies of the valley.
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Himeji Yukata Festival
Join the locals dressed in yukata (light cotton summer robes) and hit the food stalls.
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Tenjin-san Shrine Flea Market
Explore the Tenjin-san Flea Market at Kitano Tenman-gū, Kyoto, held on the 25th of every month.
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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.
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Kyoto Antique Fair
The Kyoto Antique Fair, western Japan’s largest, gathers over 350 dealers offering kimono, ceramics, relics, and more.
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Toshio Suzuki and Studio Ghibli Exhibition in Nagano
Calling all Studio Ghibli fans. This Nagano exhibition explores the creative genius and inspirations behind the work of Studio Ghibli producer Toshio Suzuki.
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Takasaki City Rock Festival
With shows happening across venues near Takasaki Station, this is an unmissable weekend for Japanese rock fans.
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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.
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Tōyako (Lake Toya) Manga Anime Festa 2025
Every year, thousands of anime and manga fans descend on the peaceful town of Tōyako Onsen.
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Kyoto’s Yanagidani Kannon Hydrangea Week
Each June, Yanagidani Kannon in Kyoto draws visitors with 5,000 blooming hydrangeas.
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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.
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Kawaguchiko Lavender Herb Festival
This Mount Fuji town will celebrate more than 100,000 lavender shrubs. What happens? This is the time of year when the town of Fujikawaguchiko gets a brush of purple over its landscape. Taking …
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Yayoi Kusama Print Works: Repetition and Proliferation
Explore Yayoi Kusama's transformative prints at this Kyoto exhibition showcasing around 330 works.
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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.
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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.
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Osaka Kansai World Expo 2025
What new technologies and innovations will you find at Expo 2025?
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