Shibazakura Festival in Misato 2026 Apr 9th - May 5th Known as one of the famous places to view Shibazakura (moss phlox), the 4.1 hectare Misato Shibazakura Park entertains many vi..
Culture Sagami Giant Kite Festival 2026 May 3rd - May 5th If you're visiting Japan during Golden Week, there are few sights as striking as a sky filled with handmade giant kites. In..
Culture Arita Ceramics Fair 2026 Apr 29th - May 5th The town of Arita, the birthplace of porcelain in Japan, holds an annual ceramics fair during Golden Week.
Festivals Tonami Tulip Fair 2026 Apr 22nd - May 5th 600 varieties and over 2 million tulip plants are on display at the Tonami Tulip Fair.
Festivals Harapeko Circus Osaka 2026 May 1st - May 5th Every Golden Week, Osaka’s Hanahaku Memorial Park Tsurumi Ryokuchi transforms into a paradise for the hungry at Harapeko Circus.
Traditional Hamamatsu Festival 2026 May 3rd - May 5th A parade of floats from the districts of Hamamatsu
Culture Johana Hikiyama Festival 2026 May 4th - May 5th Recognized as part of UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage, the Johana Hikiyama Festival is a spectacular spring event held..
Culture Hiroshima Flower Festival 2026 May 3rd - May 5th Over a million people pour into Hiroshima city over the "Golden Week" holiday for 3 days of parades, shows, food and fun!