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2026.11.15Ryoma Matsuri 2026: Katsurahama Honours Its Local Hero
2026.11.22Takachiho Yokagura Festival 2026: All-Night Kagura at the Shrine
2026.11.29Izumo Taisha Kamiari-sai 2026: When Japan’s Gods Gather in Shimane
2026.12.14Ako Gishisai 2026: Hyogo’s Festival of the 47 Loyal Samurai
2027.01.14Nakanojo Torioi Matsuri 2027: Drums to Drive the Birds Away
2027.02.11Akiba Matsuri 2027: A 200-Strong Procession Through the Mountains
2026.11.07Shika no Tsunokiri 2026: Nara’s Deer Antler-Cutting Ceremony
2026.11.01Autumn Fujiwara Festival 2026: Noh and Ennen Dance at Hiraizumi
2026.11.01Shurijo Reconstruction Festival 2026: A Royal Procession in Naha
Festivals, fireworks and seasonal events from all 47 prefectures, written in English with dates, access and ticket details.
