A flower festival in Hachijojima, this annual spring event features 350,000 freesias, traditional drumming, and tea ceremonies. Flower picking is also permitted for visitors.
Over five million small blue flowers cover the hillside at Hitachi Seaside Park during this spring event, although peak blooms typically only last for ten days.
3,000 azalea plants (and 100 varieties) come into bloom at Nezu Shrine. The grounds feature elevated viewing paths, a miniature red gate tunnel, traditional performances, and sweet refreshments.
A floral festival in Chichibu, Hitsujiyama Park has 400,000 moss phlox blooms from mid-April to early May. A market near the entrance sells local food and goods.
This annual festival in Kawasaki features a procession with phallic-themed shrines for prayers related to fertility. Proceeds from the event support HIV and AIDS research organizations.
The Goshogawara Tachineputa Festival is held annually from August 4 to August 8 in Goshogawara City, Aomori Prefecture. As one of the region’s three primary nep...
Hana Matsuri at Sensoji Temple commemorates Buddha’s birthday on April 8. Formally known as Bussho-e, the festival features a traditional ritual where visitors ...
Wanwan Carnival is a vibrant outdoor festival in Yoyogi Park dedicated entirely to dogs and their owners. The weekend event features lively activities like the ...
The wisteria at Kameido Tenjin Shrine (亀戸天神社) were planted during the Edo period and remain one of Tokyo’s most iconic floral displays. From mid-April to early ...
A historic procession at Tokyo’s Senso-ji Temple featuring performers in winged white heron costumes executing a graceful, synchronized dance to traditional flutes and drums.
The Kamakura Matsuri is a premier cultural event held annually in April, centering on the historic Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine. It commemorates the legacy of t...
A shibazakura festival in the Fuji Five Lakes region features over 500,000 blooming flowers from mid-April to May, with Mount Fuji views and an accompanying food festival.
