Updated daily — June 2026
Cherry blossoms, ancient matsuri, fireworks, snow festivals — your complete guide to everything happening across Japan.
Experience the magic of the Yokote Kamakura Festival 2027, where hundreds of glowing igloo-like snow houses illuminate the winter nights of Akita Prefecture in one of Japan’s most enchanting and authentic seasonal celebrations.
6月 28, 2026Japan spans 9 distinct regions, each with its own festivals, traditions, and seasonal events. Click a region to discover what's happening.
Explore Nebuta Matsuri 2026, Aomori’s most spectacular lantern festival in Japan. Discover illuminated floats, traditional drumbeats, and vibrant summer ce
Experience the Tenjin Festival Japan on 25 July 2026 — a breathtaking Osaka summer festival ranked among Japan’s three greatest, featuring a dazzling river procession, ancient Heian court pageantry, and one of the country’s most spectacular fireworks displays over the Okawa River.
Discover Gion Matsuri 2026 in Kyoto, Japan’s most spectacular festival. Explore ancient traditions, stunning floats, dates, and expert viewing tips.
Experience the Yamakasa festival Fukuoka July — one of Japan’s most ancient and electrifying summer traditions — as teams of men race tonne-heavy floats through pre-dawn streets in a heart-pounding time trial that has captivated Hakata for nearly 800 years.
Experience one of Japan’s most breathtaking cultural celebrations at the Takayama festival Japan — where centuries-old lacquered floats, mechanical puppets, and lantern-lit nights come together in a perfectly preserved Edo-period mountain town.
Discover everything you need to know about the Sapporo Snow Festival 2025, including dates (February 3–9), what to expect at Odori Park, travel tips, and how to get there for an unforgettable Japan winter experience.