Kusatsu Illumination Street
August 21, 2018 2:38 pmHandmade lights will shed a soft glow on the historic street all through the 1.5km from the station. At multiple […]
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Otsu Festival
August 21, 2018 2:35 pmThirteen magnificent hikiyama floats host performances of karakuri ningyo – Japanese mechanical puppets. Often described as ‘moving museums,’ the richly […]
Hachimanbori Lantern Festival
August 21, 2018 2:31 pmThe historic town of Hachimanbori is famous for its beautiful canals, which will be illuminated with thousands of lanterns during […]
Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival
August 21, 2018 12:54 pmChinatown Kobe comes to life for the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Mooncake Festival. Come and join in […]
Nishinomiya Festival
August 21, 2018 12:49 pmA three-day celebration with a variety of rituals, ceremonies, and live performances, this event started in 2000 to honor the […]
Tengu Goblin Fest
August 21, 2018 12:43 pmEvery year when the fall leaves turn, the magical Japanese creature called the tengu comes down from Mt. Atago to […]
Kurama Fire Festival
August 21, 2018 12:37 pmIn this ancient ceremony, which first began as a ritual to greet the arrival of the deity of Yuki-jinja, families […]
Shitennoji Wasso
August 21, 2018 12:35 pmWasso is a spectacular carnival commemorating the cultural exchange between Japan and other Asian countries. More than 1,000 participants will […]
Sakai Festival
August 21, 2018 12:33 pmHeld annually since 1974, this festival has become one of the three biggest festivals of the city. With a Pre-Parade […]
Self Matsuri
August 21, 2018 12:30 pmBright colors, extravagant costumes, and peculiar performances take place at this do-it-yourself festival at the Shinsekai shopping arcade area. A […]