64 festivals in this region
Kansai is the cultural heart of Japan, and its festivals carry centuries of history. Kyoto's Gion Matsuri, dating back over 1,000 years, is perhaps Japan's most famous festival with its towering yamaboko floats. Osaka's Tenjin Matsuri lights up the river with boat processions, while Nara's Wakakusayama Mountain Burning creates an unforgettable winter spectacle.
64 listed festivals
An oni procession and ornate danjiri floats parade through the castle town of Iga Ueno.
Neighborhoods present lanterns, festival floats and danjiri performances at Aboshi's autumn shrine festival.
Flames sweep across Mount Wakakusa's grass-covered slopes during this winter event.
