Events and Festivals in Japan

Yokohama Flower Garden

Mar 27 〜 Apr 19

The Yokohama Flower Garden transforms the historic Red Brick Warehouse plaza into a vibrant floral oasis every spring.…

Nemophila Harmony

Apr 2026

The “Nemophila Harmony” at Hitachi Seaside Park is a breathtaking annual phenomenon featuring over five million “Baby Blue…

Bunkyo Azalea Festival

Apr 1 〜 Apr 30

The Bunkyo Azalea Festival (Tsutsuji Matsuri) is one of the five flower festivals of Bunkyo Ward, centered at…

Nezu Shrine Annual Grand Festival

Mid Sep 2026

The Nezu Shrine Annual Grand Festival is a premier autumn celebration near Yanaka. Every four years the festival…

Hitsujiyama Park Shibazakura Hill

Apr 3 〜 May 6

From mid-April until early May, Shibazakura Hill in Hitsujiyama Park transforms into a breathtaking expanse of moss phlox…

Kameido Tenjin Wisteria Festival

Apr 4 〜 Apr 30

The wisteria at Kameido Tenjin Shrine (亀戸天神社) were planted during the Edo period and remain one of Tokyo’s…

Fuji Shibazakura Festival

Apr 11 〜 May 24

From mid-April through late May, over 500,000 shibazakura (moss phlox) bloom near Lake Motosu in the Fuji Five…

Kamakura Spring Festival

Apr 12 〜 Apr 19

The Kamakura Matsuri is a premier cultural event held annually in April, centering on the historic Tsurugaoka Hachimangu…

Nikko Yayoi Festival

Apr 13 〜 Apr 17

The Yayoi Festival (弥生祭) is a historic celebration held annually from April 13 to 17 at Nikko’s Futarasan…

Roppongi Hills Craft Sake Week

Apr 17 〜 Apr 29

Roppongi Hills Craft Sake Week is a premier cultural festival celebrating rice wine and artisanal heritage. Founded by…

A calendar of all the major events and festivals in Japan. Wherever possible, the link to the event’s official website is provided and visitors are advised to confirm scheduling details on the official website before attending to ensure there have not been any last minute changes.