A spring festival in Tokyo, the Meiji Jingu Grand Festival presents traditional Japanese performances, including Bugaku dance, Noh theater, and martial arts demonstrations.
A traditional festival in Tokyo, Kurayami Matsuri is held in early May. Its main events include nighttime processions with portable shrines and floats.
A festival in Ome, the Ome Grand Festival on May 2-3 features a procession of twelve floats that compete in musical battles, accompanied by nearly 300 street stalls.
An antique fair in Tokyo, this large indoor event hosts nearly 300 dealers five times a year, offering high-quality Japanese antiques like ceramics and textiles for serious collectors.
A Bon Odori festival in Tokyo, this late-July event at Zojoji Temple honors Jizo statues and features traditional dancing, taiko drumming, and food stalls.
A cultural festival in Tokyo, the Cambodia Festival offers Cambodian food, crafts, and dance performances. It serves to strengthen relations between Japan and Cambodia.
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 historic festival in Tokyo, the Kachiya Festival on May 5 commemorates a military victory. It features a samurai parade and an arrow dedication ritual at Kameido Katori Shrine.
A cultural festival in Tokyo, the Thai Festival features authentic cuisine, handicrafts, and stage performances. The large annual event showcases a broad spectrum of Thai culture.
An antiques and lifestyle festival in Tokyo, this event features over 200 vendors selling curated goods. The market also includes live music, workshops, and food stalls.
A fireworks festival in Tachikawa, this event at Showa Kinen Park launches 5,000 shells for 300,000 spectators, offering open sightlines due to its large fields.