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Ishioka Spring Lion Festival 2026

Ishioka Spring Lion Festival 2026

Late Apr

This lively event brings together traditional arts, community pride, and hands-on cultural experiences.

Ibaraki Free Entry
All-Japan Shimotsukare Contest 2026

All-Japan Shimotsukare Contest 2026

Early Feb

The All-Japan Shimotsukare Contest returns this year after a five-year hiatus, and it celebrates this traditional dish from Tochigi Prefecture. 400 participants

Tochigi Free Entry
Hida Ikibina Festival 2026

Hida Ikibina Festival 2026

Friday - Apr 3rd

Every spring, the Hida Ichinomiya Minashi Shrine transforms into a stage of vibrant color and centuries-old tradition during the Ikibina Festival, a cultural

Gifu Free Entry
Immortal Shikoku Henro

Immortal Shikoku Henro

Arlene Bastion

The Shikoku Henro continues to pull pilgrims in with its appealing message of universal peace, long lasting history and tradition.

Tokushima 3
A Tale of Two Temples

A Tale of Two Temples

Scott Brause

Far from country's popular tourist destinations, it offers respite from the ubiquitous crowds, and a glimpse into the very early days of Buddhism in Japan

Shodoshima New Sake Festival 2026

Shodoshima New Sake Festival 2026

Late Mar

The Morikuni Sake Brewery is the only sake brewery on Shodoshima, and they host an annual sake festival to celebrate their products.

Kagawa Free Entry