Festivals, exhibitions, pop-ups, and seasonal happenings across all nine regions.
A wind ensemble concert celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Evangelion series with music from the franchise performed without video projection.
3 Nov 2026Kobe · HyogoAround 300 works by Mizuki Shigeru, from his childhood drawings to the yokai he spent a lifetime recording, at the Kobe Fashion Museum from September to November.
12 Sep – 29 Nov 2026Kobe · HyogoA touring sumo exhibition brings close encounters with wrestlers, featuring displays of topknot styling, rare technique demonstrations, and photo and handshake opportunities.
8 Dec 2026Nishinomiya · HyogoThis New Year countdown festival features millions of lights, drone shows, bubble performances, and live music creating one of Japan's largest illumination displays.
31 Dec 2026 – 1 Jan 2027 · Dates not yet confirmedKobe · HyogoThree-day festival featuring outdoor Noh theatre performances, classical arts, historical pageantry, and family activities across Himeji Castle grounds.
22–24 May 2027 · Dates not yet confirmedHimeji · HyogoAwajishima COSPLAY is an outdoor cosplay event at Nijigen no Mori anime park on Awaji Island, featuring photography sessions and social gatherings in natural settings.
30 May 2027 · Dates not yet confirmedAwaji · HyogoA festival spanning over 260 years celebrates its origins in 1742 when commoners were permitted to attend a shrine ceremony in summer kimono.
20–21 Jun 2027 · Dates not yet confirmedHimeji · HyogoThe Monster Hunter Orchestra Concert features live orchestral performances of game music by the Hyogo Performing Arts Center Orchestra, conducted by Hirofumi Kurita.
22–23 Sep 2027 · Dates not yet confirmedNishinomiya · Hyogo
