Gaze up at twelve giant wheeled floats known as "dashi" parading the city of Ōme in far western Tokyo.
Don't miss this impressive lineup of traditional performing arts presentations.
2,000 people will parade through the streets of Odawara, emulating the Hōjō samurai lords of the past.
If the sakura have given you a taste for blooms, brave the crowds to be rewarded with one of the most beautiful floral arrangments in all of Japan.
Daring stunts in honor of some of the bravest people to live — watch the acrobatics in memory of the 120 fireman who died during the Edo period.
One of Tokyo's more unique festivals, the Shoe Festival features shoe sales and a parade with shoe-shaped floats.
Ryōgoku Nigiwai Festival was started to bring attention to the many points of interest in the Ryōgoku area.
The Akabane Baka Festival, started out as an April Fool's festival but is now Akabane's biggest festival.
Samurai, stunts, and sakura. Kawagoe’s Spring Festival features gunfire, ladder acrobatics, and a stunning cherry blossom boat ride.
A 400-year-old pastime is on display at Nakizumo, as sumo wrestlers compete to make babies cry for good fortune. Come and watch, and perhaps some of the good luck will rub off on you!
One of Japan's most popular cherry blossom spots, if you can find a spot to cool your heels you'll be rewarded with some of the most vibrant views in all of Japan.
The Kamakura Festival is a festival at Tsurugaoka Hachimangū Shrine in Kamakura.
This Mongolian spring festival is packed with traditional activities to try.
Asakusa Yabusame is a chance to watch the Japanese martial art of horse-mounted archery.
A beautiful cherry blossom festival in the heart of the Jindai Botanical Gardens.
The African Festival Yokohama is one of Japan's largest African cultural events.
Tilt your cherry blossom viewing to the cosmopolitan, with exhibits and cafes in Tokyo Midtown to provide a unique experience to accompany your trip.
This Japanese festival has all the trimmings with food stalls, music, and of course, sakura. Watch from the shore or take a ride across the water.
Ichiyo Sakura (Cherry Blossom) Festival is a major event in Asakusa Kannon-ura.