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Oct 5, 2021 · Japan: The Land of Matsuri Festivals. Mouthwatering delicacies, enchanting parades, soulful music, delightful costumes, and elegant dances of immense spirituality and historical significance - for those seeking an encounter with traditional Japan, nothing beats a matsuri festival!
Oct 2, 2019 · Big Festivals in Japan. The 6 Biggest Events and Holidays Celebrated in Japan. By. Greg Rodgers. Updated on 10/02/19. Big Japanese festivals are a fun, unforgettable — and often very crowded — way to see a bit of Japanese culture.
Festivals (Matsuri) There are countless local festivals (祭り, matsuri) in Japan because almost every shrine celebrates one of its own. Most festivals are held annually and celebrate the shrine's deity or a seasonal or historical event. Some festival are held over several days.
Matsuri (祭) is the Japanese word for a festival or holiday. In Japan, festivals are usually sponsored by a local shrine or temple, though they can be secular. Festivals are often based around one event, with food stalls, entertainment, and carnival games to keep people entertained.
Festivals always bring out the best in people. Be sure to time your trip accordingly so you have the chance to partake in one of Japan’s many festivals. Spring (March-May) March. The Mito Plum Blossom Festival in Ibaraki takes you to a dreamy meadow of blossoming pink and white plum trees.
Fall festivals held around temples and shrines, such as the Fujiwara Autumn Festival in Hiraizumi, and the Kawagoe Festival, highlight the areas' history with historical parades, noh performances and seasonal food.
Oct 5, 2023 · Immerse yourself in Japan's vibrant heritage with our regional guide to its most celebrated festivals, from the iconic Tenjin, Gion, and Kanda Matsuri to Aomori's Nebuta and Sendai's Tanabata – essential additions to your Japan travel itinerary!
