Universal Cool Japan
Each year, Universal Studios Japan rolls out a limited-time lineup of attractions based on hit anime, games, and manga novels.
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Kumano Fireworks Festival
This is officially the biggest fireworks display in Mie with over 10,000 rockets forming some breath-taking displays.
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Atami Marine Sea Fireworks Festival 2026
The Atami Marine Fireworks have been lighting up the east coast of the Izu Peninsula since 1952.
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Tenjin Tenma Awa Odori Dance Festival
CancelledKansai’s biggest Awa Odori event takes over Osaka’s Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street in late August.
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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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Osaka Senshu Fireworks Festival
Take in an explosion of panoramic fireworks and a drone show in Osaka.
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National High School Baseball Championship 2026
Tickets for the 2026 tournament go on sale from July 16 (July 23 for the later games), all reserved and tied to a specific date.
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Osaka Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Joe Hisaishi (Studio Ghibli)
Warm up a brisk spring night with candlelight and your favorite songs from Studio Ghibli composer Joe Hisaishi.
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Earth Celebration
★ Staff recommendationHead to Sado Island for a celebration of the Earth and its shades of beauty.
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Inatori Onsen Fireworks Festival
Across eight nights in July and August, small fireworks displays light up the bay.
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Kusatsu Onsen Summer Festival 2026
Take a dip in Kusatsu's healing waters, then enjoy world-class music.
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Kyoto Honganji Temple Bon Dance
Modern music meets traditional at this Bon Odori dance just north of Kyoto Station.
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Gujō Odori Dance Festival
Experience the Gujo Odori dance festival, one of Japan's top three bon dance festivals and now a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Rich in tradition with plenty to see, this event is a …
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teamLab: Learn! Future Playground at Obihiro Art Museum
There will be seven installations blending art and interaction in teamLab's signature style.
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AQuaLooP Marine Adventure Wakayama Shirahama
Have a go on Japan’s largest marine inflatable obstacle course.
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Ghibli Park Exhibition Osaka
Can't make it out to the Ghibli Park near Nagoya? This Osaka exhibition offers the next best thing.
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Vermeer’s Girl With a Pearl Earring at Nakanoshima Museum of Art
Her first trip to Japan in 14 years, and possibly her last.
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One Piece Premier Summer 2026
Universal Studios Japan's annual smash-hit summer limited event returns.
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