Festivals, exhibitions, pop-ups, and seasonal happenings across all nine regions.
This annual summit gathers hundreds of costumed regional mascots from Japan and abroad in Hanyu City, celebrating the country's distinctive and vibrant mascot culture.
21–22 Nov 2026Hanyu · SaitamaAn annual festival in Saitama featuring six ornate floats illuminated by thousands of lanterns, along with fireworks and traditional performances.
2–3 Dec 2026Chichibu · SaitamaCoffee roasters from across Japan gather at this 10th-anniversary festival in a historic temple, featuring live music and exclusive limited-edition merchandise.
6–7 Dec 2026 · Dates not yet confirmedKawagoe · SaitamaJapan's premier street dance championship serves as the domestic qualifier for the world's largest dance competition, with top teams earning representation at the Phoenix stage.
12 Apr 2027 · Dates not yet confirmedSaitamaThis seasonal celebration features a 200-metre canopy of colorful umbrellas suspended along a park pathway, enhanced by character panels and evening lighting designs.
11 Apr – 31 May 2027 · Dates not yet confirmedHanno · SaitamaThe summer counterpart to Chichibu's famous winter festival, held in July, where children take central roles as musicians and performers on decorated floats.
19–20 Jul 2027Chichibu · Saitama
