Festivals, exhibitions, pop-ups, and seasonal happenings across all nine regions.
Virtual singers including Hatsune Miku perform with a live band across six shows, accompanied by an exhibition of creator artwork, hands-on workshops, and exclusive merchandise.
14–16 Aug 2027Osaka · KansaiA festival centered on the release of approximately 3,000 sky lanterns creating one of Japan's largest lantern displays, with performances and food.
15–16 Aug 2027Kumamoto · KyushuA hands-on event at Hamamatsu Castle Park allowing visitors to launch flameless LED lanterns into the night sky above the castle grounds.
18 Jul – 19 Aug 2027Shizuoka · ChubuA local fireworks festival held in August in Kanazawa Ward, with 3,000 fireworks launched offshore near Umino Park, spanning over four decades.
22 Aug 2027Kanagawa · KantoJapan's largest stationery festival brings together 42 brands and designers to showcase handcrafted pens, papers, and decorative tapes.
19–23 Aug 2027Niigata · ChubuLeading Japanese orchestras perform Monster Hunter game music in live concert, with the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra conducting both performances on the festival day.
23 Aug 2027Tokyo · KantoAn Okayama City summer festival inspired by the Momotaro folk tale, featuring demon-costumed Uraja dancing, parades, and fireworks across the city in August.
22–23 Aug 2027Okayama · ChugokuA retro-themed summer train on the Tsugaru Railway Line adorned with furin, traditional Japanese wind bells that create soothing tinkling sounds.
1 Jul – 31 Aug 2027Aomori · TohokuA pottery village celebration in mid-July features handcrafted wind bells and illuminated lanterns that create a summer atmosphere.
15 Jun – 31 Aug 2027Saga · KyushuSince 2003, teams from around forty countries have gathered in Nagoya each year to compete in handmade costumes and stage performance for the title of Grand Champion.
12–14 Nov 2027Aichi · Chubu
