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Festivals in March

3 festivals in this month

March brings Japan's most anticipated season — cherry blossom time begins in southern regions. Hina Matsuri (Girls' Day) fills homes and temples with ornate doll displays. The Omizutori fire ceremony at Nara's Todai-ji temple is a must-see, while spring equinox festivals honor ancestors across the country.

Hina Matsuri - Seasonal
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Hina Matsuri

Seasonal

Girls' Day festival with ornate doll displays celebrating daughters' health.

KantoMarchLow crowd
Free
Mito Natto Festival - Food Festival
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Mito Natto Festival

Food Festival

Festival celebrating Mito's famous natto (fermented soybeans).

KantoMarchModerate crowd
Free
Shuni-e (Omizutori) - Religious
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Shuni-e (Omizutori)

Religious

Ancient Buddhist water-drawing ceremony at Todaiji Temple with spectacular torch procession.

KansaiMarchCrowded
Free