Sapporo
Hokkaido's capital of snow and cuisine
Events & Festivals
Summer Festival Season
Traditional summer matsuri celebrations
Osaka Summer Festival
Kyoto Gion Festival
Kyoto Gion Festival
Gion Matsuri
One of Japan's most famous festivals, held throughout July in Kyoto, culminating in the grand Yamaboko Junko float procession on July 17th. Elaborate wooden floats adorned with tapestries and lanterns parade through the ancient streets as crowds in traditional yukata celebrate.
Obon Festival
A traditional Buddhist festival honoring the spirits of ancestors, celebrated with bon odori folk dances, lantern lighting, and family gatherings across Japan. The festival typically spans three days in mid-August and features beautiful fireworks displays.
Tokyo Metropolitan Festival
Tokyo Metropolitan Festival
Autumn Foliage Season
Fall colors transform gardens and temples
Winter Illuminations
Stunning winter light displays
Yokohama Red Brick Festival
Yokohama Red Brick Festival
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