Culture Niigata Sakenojin 2027 Early Mar The Niigata Sakenojin has been held annually since 2004, and allows visitors to enjoy various different sake brews. The event also..
Activities The Japan Hobby Show 2026 May 8th - May 10th Browse for finished products, shop for materials for your own hobby, watch the artists at work, or try your hand at something new...
Culture May Grand Sumo Tournament (Tokyo) 2026 May 10th - May 24th Professional sumo's third tournament of the year is held in Tokyo at the Ryogoku Kokugikan from mid-to-late May.
Culture Wa No Akari X Hyakudan Kaidan 2026 Early Jul - Late Sep The Wa No Akari X Hyakudan Kaidan showcases Japanese color and light, with a range of illuminated pieces on display. The event includes..
Culture Asakusa Toro Nagashi 2026 Mid Aug The annual Toro Nagashi festival in Asakusa is held every summer. Originally an act of mourning for the dead, the event now has..
Activities Tokamachi Snow Festival 2027 Late Feb The Tokamachi Snow Festival has been held annually since 1950, and provides a fun way to enjoy the snow that this region of Japan..
Activities Ojiya Hot Air Balloon Festival 2027 Late Feb Ojiya, in Niigata's snow country, has an annual hot air balloon festival. There's both a hot air balloon competition, as..
Activities Takada Castle Sakura Festival 2026 Apr 3rd - Apr 19th Niigata's Takada Castle grounds are home to an annual sakura festival, where guests can enjoy over 2000 cherry trees in bloom...