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Star Wars Celebration
in the category "Conventions". Takes place from April 18, 2025 to April 20, 2025 in Chiba, Japan.Star Wars Celebration is one of the largest fan conventions in the world. It is dedicated to the Star Wars franchise -
Kanamara Matsuri
in the category "Other". Takes place April 6, 2025 in Kawasaki, Japan.The Kanamara Matsuri is a fertility festival held in Kawasaki, Japan. Its central theme is the phallus -
Comiket (Comic Market)
in the category "Conventions". Takes place from December 30, 2024 to December 31, 2024 in Tokyo, Japan.Comiket (Comic Market) is the largest dōjinshi fair in the world. It is held twice a year, in August and in December, in Tokyo, Japan -
Nada no Kenka Matsuri
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from October 14, 2024 to October 15, 2024 in Himeji, Japan.Nada no Kenka Matsuri (Nada Fighting Festival) is an annual local festival held in the Japanese city of Himeji on October 14 and 15 -
Sendai Tanabata Festival
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from August 6, 2024 to August 8, 2024 in Sendai, Japan.The Sendai Tanabata Festival is the largest Tanabata celebration in Japan. It is held every year from August 6 to 8 -
Akita Kanto Festival
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from August 3, 2024 to August 6, 2024 in Akita, Japan.The Akita Kanto Festival is an annual festival held in the Japanese city of Akita each August. It is renowned for spectacular performances -
Tokyo Idol Festival
in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from August 2, 2024 to August 4, 2024 in Tokyo, Japan.The Tokyo Idol Festival is an annual music festival held in the capital of Japan every summer. It features female solo idols and idol groups -
World Cosplay Summit
in the category "Conventions". Takes place from August 2, 2024 to August 4, 2024 in Nagoya, Japan.The World Cosplay Summit is an annual cosplay convention and championship held in Nagoya, Japan since 2003 -
Fuji Rock Festival
in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from July 26, 2024 to July 28, 2024 in Yuzawa, Japan.The Fuji Rock Festival is the largest outdoor music festival in Japan. It is held every July at Naeba Ski Resort -
Tenjin Matsuri
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from July 24, 2024 to July 25, 2024 in Osaka, Japan.The Tenjin Matsuri is one of Japan's three biggest summer festivals. It is held every July in the city of Osaka -
Gion Festival
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from July 1, 2024 to July 31, 2024 in Kyoto, Japan.The Gion Matsuri (Gion Festival) is one of the biggest and most famous festivals in Japan. it is held in the city of Kyoto every July -
Aoi Matsuri
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place May 15, 2024 in Kyoto, Japan.The Aoi Matsuri (Hollyhock Festival) is an annual festival held in Kyoto, Japan on May 15. It originated in the 6th century -
Hiroshima Flower Festival
in the category "Other". Takes place from May 3, 2024 to May 5, 2024 in Hiroshima, Japan.The Hiroshima Flower Festival is one of the most important cultural events in Hiroshima, Japan. It has been held annually since 1977 -
AnimeJapan
in the category "Conventions". Takes place from March 23, 2024 to March 24, 2024 in Tokyo, Japan.AnimeJapan is one of the largest anime conventions and trade fairs in the world. It has been held in Tokyo every March since 2014 -
Japan International Boat Show
in the category "Exhibitions". Takes place from March 21, 2024 to March 24, 2024 in Yokohama, Japan.The Japan International Boat Show is one of the world's leading boat shows. It is held every march in the port city of Yokohama -
Japan Golf Fair
in the category "Exhibitions". Takes place from March 8, 2024 to March 10, 2024 in Yokohama, Japan.The Japan Golf Fair is the largest golf-related event in Asia. It has been held annually for over half a century -
Tokyo Marathon
in the category "Sports Events". Takes place March 3, 2024 in Tokyo, Japan.The Tokyo Marathon is one of the Abbott World Marathon Majors. It was inaugurated in 2007 and takes place every February -
Hadaka Matsuri
in the category "Other". Takes place February 17, 2024 in Okayama, Japan.Hadaka Matsuri is a very unusual festival held in Okayama, Japan. It features about 10,000 dressed in nothing but traditional loincloths -
Takeuchi Festival
in the category "Other". Takes place February 15, 2024 in Rokugo, Japan.The Takeuchi Festival takes place in Rokugo, Japan. During the festival, two teams made up of local men hit each other with bamboo poles -
Sapporo Snow Festival
in the category "Other". Takes place from February 4, 2024 to February 11, 2024 in Sapporo, Japan.The Sapporo Snow Festival is one of the most famous winter festivals in Japan. It takes place on the island of Hokkaido every February -
Japan Meeting of Furries
in the category "Conventions". Takes place from January 5, 2024 to January 7, 2024 in Toyohashi, Japan.The Japan Meeting of Furries is the largest furry convention in Japan, it has been held annually since 2013 -
Tokyo Filmex
in the category "Film Festivals". Takes place from November 19, 2023 to November 26, 2023 in Tokyo, Japan.Tokyo Filmex is an international film festival founded in 2000, it is the second largest film festival in Japan -
Saga International Balloon Fiesta
in the category "Other". Takes place from November 1, 2023 to November 5, 2023 in Saga, Japan.The Saga International Balloon Fiesta is one of the top hot air balloon competitions in the world. It is held every fall in Japan -
Japan Mobility Show (Tokyo Motor Show)
in the category "Exhibitions". Takes place from October 26, 2023 to November 5, 2023 in Tokyo, Japan.The Tokyo Motor Show is considered one of the world's five most important car shows. It is held on odd years
Japan
This country invites you to 33 festivals. They take place in 17 cities and allow to participate in a wide array of events to suit any taste. This country hosts a bunch of extraodrinary festivals and events that can be considered major tourist attractions as tourists from all over the world come to witness them.
With our festival calendar you will learn about the most exciting festivals that take place in Japan. Interesting customs and traditions, bright colors and an unforgettable experience are waiting for you!