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Japanese Festivals & Events

Matsuri, fireworks, seasonal celebrations, and cultural events across Japan

Japan hosts over 300,000 festivals every year, from intimate village shrine ceremonies to massive urban spectacles drawing millions. Summer brings spectacular fireworks festivals and energetic Bon Odori dances; autumn features elegant harvest celebrations; winter illuminations light up cities nationwide; and spring's cherry blossom festivals are beloved worldwide. Our comprehensive guide covers festivals across all 47 prefectures with dates, locations, crowd levels, and insider tips. Filter by month, region, or festival type to find events perfectly matched to your travel plans.

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15 festivals found

Niiname-sai - Seasonal
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Niiname-sai

Seasonal

Imperial harvest thanksgiving ritual held at the Imperial Palace.

KantoNovemberLow crowd
Ebisu-ko - Seasonal
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Ebisu-ko

Seasonal

Autumn festival of the god Ebisu, especially popular in Nagano.

ChubuNovemberModerate crowd
Free
Shichi-Go-San - Seasonal
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Shichi-Go-San

Seasonal

Children's rite of passage at ages 3, 5, and 7, celebrated at shrines.

KantoNovemberModerate crowd
Free
Arashiyama Autumn Leaves - Nature Festival
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Arashiyama Autumn Leaves

Nature Festival

Spectacular autumn foliage at Kyoto's famous Arashiyama district.

KansaiNovemberExtremely crowded
Free
Miyajima Autumn Leaves - Nature Festival
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Miyajima Autumn Leaves

Nature Festival

Autumn foliage at Miyajima's Momijidani Park with deer and shrine views.

ChugokuNovemberCrowded
Free
Tori no Ichi - Seasonal
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Tori no Ichi

Seasonal

November rooster fair at Otori Shrine, Tokyo. Nov 5, 17, 29, 2026. Buy ornate kumade rakes for good luck. Street food, lively atmosphere.

KantoNovemberCrowded
Free
Karatsu Kunchi - Matsuri
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Karatsu Kunchi

Matsuri

Saga's grand autumn festival featuring 14 massive lacquered floats.

KyushuNovemberCrowded
Free
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Tokyo Jidai Matsuri

Parade

Historical costume parade through the streets of Asakusa.

KantoNovemberModerate crowd
Free
Udon County Festival - Food Festival
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Udon County Festival

Food Festival

Udon noodle festival in Kagawa, the self-proclaimed 'Udon Prefecture'.

ShikokuNovemberModerate crowd
Free
Takao Momiji Matsuri - Religious
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Takao Momiji Matsuri

Religious

Autumn leaf festival at Jingoji Temple in Kyoto with illuminated maple trees.

KansaiNovemberModerate crowd
Free
Meiji Shrine Grand Festival - Religious
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Meiji Shrine Grand Festival

Religious

Annual grand festival at Meiji Shrine with traditional performances.

KantoNovemberCrowded
Free
Kobe Beef Festival - Food Festival
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Kobe Beef Festival

Food Festival

Festival celebrating world-famous Kobe beef in Kobe city.

KansaiNovemberModerate crowd
Hana Matsuri (Toei) - Performing Arts
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Hana Matsuri (Toei)

Performing Arts

Ancient masked dance ritual in Toei, Aichi, designated as Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property.

ChubuNovemberLow crowd
Free
Izumo Grand Shrine Kamiari-sai - Religious
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Izumo Grand Shrine Kamiari-sai

Religious

Festival when all 8 million gods gather at Izumo Grand Shrine.

ChugokuNovemberCrowded
Free
Hamamatsu Gyoza Festival - Food Festival
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Hamamatsu Gyoza Festival

Food Festival

Gyoza dumpling festival in Hamamatsu, Japan's gyoza capital.

ChubuNovemberModerate crowd