A Shinto festival in Tokyo, the Kanda Matsuri is held in mid-May. The main celebration occurs in odd-numbered years and includes a large procession and portable shrines visiting the shrine.
A religious festival in Kyoto, the Gion Matsuri occurs in July. It features two main parades with large traditional floats, along with evening street events called yoiyama.
An annual festival in Osaka, the Tenjin Matsuri occurs on July 24-25. It features land and river processions with boats, ritual drumming, and a large fireworks display.
