Festivals
A reflection of Japanese life!
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- Destination Aomori
- Speciality Traditional
Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival
Head to Aomori’s Hirosaki Castle Park for one of the last cherry blossom festivals of the season.
Tanto Tulip Festival
Experience over a million tulips in full bloom at the Tanto Tulip Festival in Hyogo.
Kakunodate Cherry Blossom Festival
The Kakunodate Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates the arrival of spring in one of Japan's most historic towns in Akita Prefecture.
- Destination Gifu
- Speciality Shrines & Temples
Takayama Spring Festival
Head to the historical district of Takayama and celebrate the start of spring in this city nestled in the Japanese Alps.
Nagahama Hikiyama Festival
Designated by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage, Shiga Prefecture’s Nagahama Hikiyama Festival is one of the three great Japanese festivals featuring floats.
Kumano Hongu Shrine Spring Festival
The Kumano Hongu Shrine Spring Festival is one of the most important Shinto events in Wakayama.
Akashi Park Cherry Blossom Festival
Celebrate spring at Akashi Park’s Cherry Blossom Festival, one of Japan’s top cherry blossom viewing spots!
Odawara Castle Park
Odawara Castle Park is an ideal getaway from bustling Tokyo to enjoy a full day of flower viewing, historical tour and amusement for the whole family.
- Destination Iwate
- Speciality Traditional
Kitakami Tenshochi Cherry Blossom Festival
The Kitakami Tenshochi Cherry Blossom Festival in Iwate Prefecture embodies a celebration of life, nature and culture.
Rokko Island Tulip Festival
Explore the Rokko Island Tulip Festival, featuring 30,000 tulips and a variety of fun, family-friendly events!
- Destination Hyogo
- Speciality Traditional
Arima Onsen Cherry Blossom Festival
Experience the enchanting beauty of cherry blossoms and historic hot springs at Arima Onsen’s spring festival!