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.

Tokyo Tower Tanabata Festival

Tokyo Tower is ready for the Tanabata season and that means lights, candles, and wishes.

Narita Gion Festival

If you're in the area of Narita Airport, why not drop by this 300-year-old festival?

Furusato Tokyo Ouen Festival: Ueno Park Bon Dance

Bon dances and beer take over Ueno.

Yokohama Tanabata Festival

Held across Yamashita Park and the plaza in front of Yokohama Marine Tower, this two-day celebration promises lanterns, live performances, food stalls, and a whole lot of light.

Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival

Hiratsuka's Tanabata Festival is one of the biggest Star Festivals in the Kantō region

Shitamachi Tanabata

Shitamachi Tanabata is a Star Festival in Tokyo.

Earth Garden Summer Festival

Spend the day promoting an ecological lifestyle and get organic, earth-friendly wares while listening to music.

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.