Festivals, exhibitions, pop-ups, and seasonal happenings across all nine regions.
A renowned winter festival recreates the Namahage tradition where demon-like figures visit shrines and homes, recognized as one of Japan's three strangest festivals.
13–15 Feb 2027 · Dates not yet confirmedOga · AkitaElaborate floats and traditional performances honor this port town's spiritual guardian, a shrine established in 1620 by local leaders.
20–21 Jul 2027AkitaA summer harvest festival features towering bamboo poles adorned with paper lanterns, paraded through streets with traditional music and daytime balancing performances.
3–6 Aug 2027 · Dates not yet confirmedAkitaA traditional autumn festival with 400 years of history, held in September in Kakunodate, featuring large wooden floats decorated with samurai warrior dolls.
7–9 Sep 2027 · Dates not yet confirmedSemboku · Akita
