Festivals, exhibitions, pop-ups, and seasonal happenings across all nine regions.
Nagano's largest anime song festival celebrates the genre through live performances by voice actors and musicians, alongside regional food and cultural showcases.
19–20 Sep 2026Nagano · ChubuAn autumn parade brings the Warring States period to life with over 250 participants in samurai and historical costumes, honoring the Sanada clan.
10–11 Oct 2026Nagano · ChubuDōsojin, a folk deity protecting travelers and villages, is honored through this traditional festival featuring ceremonial fire and ritual.
Matsumoto Castle Ice Sculpture Festival returns with a championship ice-carving competition and illuminated sculptures against the backdrop of the National Treasure and Northern Alps.
23–25 Jan 2027Nagano · ChubuMatsumoto Castle features projection mapping with ukiyo-e imagery, traditional crafts, and seasonal scenes unfolding in three phases with interactive illuminations throughout the park.
13 Dec 2026 – 15 Feb 2027Nagano · ChubuThe Nagano Gion Festival celebrates Susanoo-no-Mikoto, the deity of storms and protection, through mikoshi processions at Yasaka Shrine near historic Zenkoji temple.
6 Jun 2027Nagano · ChubuThe Nagano Binzuru Dance Festival draws over 10,000 participants in coordinated yukata processions through closed-off city streets in a fully participatory summer celebration.
2 Aug 2027Nagano · ChubuA music festival at a high-altitude mountain terrace features two stages set against the backdrop of the Northern Japan Alps, hosting reggae, hip-hop, and DJ performances.
29–30 Aug 2027Nagano · ChubuAn annual summer classical music festival in Matsumoto founded by Seiji Ozawa, centred on the international Saito Kinen Orchestra, with a strong focus on music education.
16 Aug – 2 Sep 2027Nagano · Chubu
