Kumano Hongu Grand Shrine Annual Festival
April 4, 2019 4:52 pmKnown for its rich cultural history, the Kumano Hongu Grand Shrine hosts its largest annual festival Reitai-sai every April. The […]
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Pottery Walk in Shigaraki
April 4, 2019 4:42 pmRenowned for tanuki (raccoon dog) earthenware, Shigaraki hosts a popular event where around 20 local pottery stores are open to […]
Jimmu Festival
April 4, 2019 4:21 pmThis annual spring festival is held in honor of the First Emperor of Japan, who is said to be enshrined […]
Shiba Fes Final
April 4, 2019 4:04 pmAt the most southern part of Nishinomiya is Naruohama Seaside Park that provides a 4,500-meter-squared grassed area adjacent to the […]
Confectionary Fair
April 4, 2019 3:56 pmSatisfy your sweet tooth at this fair in Toyooka, known for its confectionary deity that resides in Nakashima Shrine. About […]
Come Join Yoga Fest Kobe
April 4, 2019 3:52 pmRelax your mind and body by engaging in meditative poses with fellow yoga enthusiasts. Instructors based in the Kansai area […]
Midnight Buddhist Chantings
April 4, 2019 3:47 pmAs part of a large festival to celebrate the life and teachings of the Japanese Buddhist monk Honen, an 11-hour […]
Naniwa Puppet Theater Festival
April 4, 2019 3:35 pmA vast array of puppet shows will be performed on stage at Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines, and other pop-up theaters […]
Mikabe Festival
March 6, 2019 6:24 pmIt is said that if it snows on this day, there will be an abundant harvest for the entire year. […]
Koriyama Castle Festival
March 6, 2019 6:23 pmEnjoy the beautiful cherry-blossom vistas at this castle festival, see the popular goldfish fair, and look on at the colorful […]