Festival Events in Tokyo

Takigi Noh (Firelight Noh) at Zōjōji Temple

Takigi Noh is an outdoor Noh theater performance at Zōjōji Temple illuminated by firelight.

Suneori Amagoi Rain-Praying Festival

A traditional Japanese parade featuring a 36-metre-long dragon.

Kanda Matsuri

Join the crowds around the parades and floats for one of Tokyo's major festivals at the Kanda Matsuri.

Nakanobu Nebuta Festival 2026

Nakanobu Nebuta Festival is Shinagawa's own mini-version of Aomori's famous Nebuta Festival.

Takahata Fudōson Hydrangea Festival

Get that shot of hydrangeas framing a pagoda while enjoying some typical festival food and events.

Oku Asakusa Bon Odori Festival

The newest Bon Odori festival is held in Sanyabori Square in Sumida Park.

Jamaica Festival

Try a taste of Jamaican culture through music, food, and vibes.

African Heritage Festival

Africa soars into Tokyo, and invites you to get caught up in it at the African Heritage Festival.

Taiwan Festival in Ueno Park

Visitors head straight for the food stalls at the annual Taiwan Festival in Ueno Park.

Sanno Festival

Held every even-numbered year, Sanno Festival is one of Tokyo's three great festivals.

Tsukiji Lion Dance Festival

The roads will be closed and the whole town of Tsukiji will take to the streets to celebrate the annual Tsukiji Lion Dance Festival at Namiyoke Shrine.

Odawara Castle Hydrangea and Iris Festival

Head to Odawara Castle for a pastel flower paradise of hydrangeas and irises.

Downtown Highball Festival

Sway side to side with a highball in your hand at the Downtown Highball Festival in Ueno Park.

Kamakura Gosho Shrine Annual Festival

A traditional Japanese festival and shrine parade to welcome in the summer.

Torigoe Matsuri

This nighttime festival features one of the largest portable shrines in Tokyo and a vibrant, bordering on chaotic, atmosphere.

Philippine Expo

Meander through a mini-Manila during the Philippine Expo. This three-day festival in Ueno Park is lively, with music, dancing and food galore.

Kugayama Firefly Festival 2026

This is a chance to see fireflies in an unlikely urban setting.

Yokohama Port Festival

This festival celebrates the opening of Yokohama Port.

Shimokita Railway Festival

Grab a beer and listen to great music from local bands at Shimokita Railway Festival.

Hibiya Music Festival

Sounds of more than 50 artists will cover the area of Hibiya Park and Tokyo Hibiya Midtown for free.

Tokyo Skytree Taiwan Festival

Immerse yourself in Taiwanese culture without leaving Tokyo.

Ikebukuro Okinawa Festival

A festival showcasing Okinawan food, drinks, and culture at Ikebukuro's Sunshine City

Ueno Korean Festival

K-pop, kimchi, and Korean tradition mingle in Ueno Park.

Akita Kanto Asakusa Festival

Take a trip to a traditional Akita festival, just minutes away in Asakusa.