The major annual festival at Tsurugaoka Hachiman-gu Shrine in Kamakura is known as REITA-Sai. It stands out as one of the most remarkable moments in Japan’s Shinto festivities calendar. The festival, held over three days from September 14 to 16, captivates visitors with its lavish yabusame ritual. This is a unique form of archery performed …
Earth Celebration is a unique annual festival held on Sado Island, Japan. This art and cultural event, established in 1988, is organized by the famous taiko group Kodō, based on Sado Island. The aim is to celebrate both art and nature, while promoting environmental awareness. 1. Sado Island: A Cultural and Natural Gem Sado Island …
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Japan is famous for its colorful traditional festivals, and among them, the Awa Dance Festival (Awa Odori). Held in Tokushima, it is one of the most iconic. Every summer, Tokushima Prefecture comes alive with this unique cultural celebration. The festival attracts thousands of visitors from all over the world to witness this colorful and historically …
The Nebuta Matsuri in Hirosaki is one of the most impressive festivals in Japan. It celebrates the history and culture of the Aomori region. Every year, thousands of visitors flock to Hirosaki to witness this fascinating event. It takes place from August 1st to 7th. The festival is known for its huge decorated floats called …
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Sumidagawa Hanabi Taikai is also known as the Sumida River Fireworks Festival. It is one of the most anticipated events of the summer in Tokyo, Japan. Every year, thousands of spectators gather along the banks of the Sumida River to watch a spectacular fireworks display. This show features world-famous fireworks. In this article, immerse yourself …
Hakata Gion Yamagasa is an iconic festival and one of the oldest in Japan. It is celebrated every year in Fukuoka, in the prefecture of the same name. This colorful and dynamic celebration has deep roots in the history, culture and traditions of the region. History The history of the Hakata Gion Yamagasa Festival dates …
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Takigi Noh is a traditional Japanese open-air theater performance that takes place every year at the Heian Shrine in Kyoto. This unique event offers an immersive experience in Japanese history and culture, attracting spectators from around the world. Origins and Characteristics of Noh Noh is a form of Japanese theater art that dates back to …
The Sanja Matsuri Festival is one of the most famous and lively festivals in Tokyo. It takes place on the third weekend of each May at the Kannon Shrine in Asakusa, Sensō-ji. It is a festival that attracts millions of visitors from Japan and around the world. Visitors came to enjoy the traditional music, dances, …
A Historic Celebration The Toshogu Shrine Festival in Nikko is an iconic event. It celebrates the life and legacy of Tokugawa Ieyasu, founder of the Tokugawa dynasty. Every year, on May 17 and 18, the Tochigi region comes alive to pay tribute to this major figure in Japanese history. Toshogu Shrine: A Cultural Treasure Nestled …
The Aoi Matsuri is also known as the “Holly Leaf Festival”. It is one of the most remarkable events in Kyoto, an emblematic city in the Kansai region of Japan. Celebrated annually on May 15 and 17, this magnificent festival is one of Kyoto’s three major events, alongside the famous Gion Matsuri in July and …
