Japan Events & Festivals

Festival

Asia's largest hot-air balloon event, where around 100 balloons rise over the Kase River each autumn in a five-day competition and festival.

30 Oct – 3 Nov 2026Saga · Kyushu

Exhibition

A traveling exhibition celebrates the decades-long partnership between Friday Road Show, Japan's most-watched film slot, and Studio Ghibli.

3 Nov 2026 – 14 Feb 2027Saga · Kyushu

Festival

A pottery village celebration in mid-July features handcrafted wind bells and illuminated lanterns that create a summer atmosphere.

15 Jun – 31 Aug 2027Saga · Kyushu