Traditions of the seasons, community, and sacred celebration.
Welcome to Japanese festivals, where seasonal rhythms and local traditions bring communities together.
From famous celebrations like Gion Matsuri to small shrine events, matsuri honor deities, mark the turning of the year, and express a shared sense of gratitude, joy, and continuity.
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Seasonal celebrations, shrine traditions, and local pride.Would you like to discover the origins and traditions of matsuri,and experience their spirit of celebration as if you were there?
A winter night of lanterns, floats, and fireworks—this is the Chichibu Night Festival. Every December, in the cold silence of a mountain town, the str
When autumn arrives, Nagasaki bursts into a whirlwind of color, sound, and tradition. Every October, towering dragons weave through the streets, woo
Rhythmic drums, swaying lanterns, and dancers in motion—this is the heartbeat of Awa Odori. Welcome to Awa Odori, Japan’s largest and most energetic B
A festival where men race through the streets carrying towering floats at full speed. Welcome to the Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival—one of Japan’s mo
Where samurai history meets the vibrant streets of modern Tokyo, a festival of gods and people comes alive. The Kanda Matsuri is one of Japan’s most c
