Gion Matsuri in Kyoto is an exhilarating celebration that showcases the city's deep-rooted traditions and vibrant spirit. With its lively atmosphere, delectable street food, breathtaking floats, and captivating arts and crafts, this festival offers an unforgettable experience embodying Japanese culture and hospitality

Le « Aomori Nebuta Matsuri » (青森 ねぶた 祭り), « festival de chars d’Aomori » ou simplement « Aomori Nebuta » (青森ねぶた) est un festi…

Learn everything about the Japanese Obon festival (including dates). Its origins and meaning, what to do during Obon, where to go and how to travel during Obon.

The Nachi-no-Ogi Matsuri is held at Kumano Nachi Taisha Grand Shrine on July 14th each year, and it's one of the largest fire festivals in Japan. The event involves participants carrying impressively large flaming torches from the shrine to a sacred waterfall as part of a purification ritual. The festival has been designated as an important intangible folk cultural property, and this incredible photo was taken just two days ago at this year's event! 🔥 📷: @yukka110 ----- 📍Kumano Nachi Taisha Grand Shrine, #Wakayama . . . . . #JapanTravel #MyJapan #Japan #WakayamaJapan #wakayama #festival #summerfestival #visitjapan #japangram #japanfan #travel

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Japan is famous for its festivals, known as matsuri in Japanese. Japan has some of the most unique, exciting and lively festivals found anywhere in the world. These celebrations offer a glimpse into traditional Japanese culture and heritage.

Le Chichibu Yomatsuri, à côté de Tokyo, est l'un des trois plus importants festivals de flottes du Japon, parmi les matsuri les plus réputés du pays. Il est aussi un...

One of the main attractions of festivals in Japan are the stalls (yatai) providing food and games for adults and kids visiting the shrine and taking part in the festival. I love just walking around…

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The Celestial Child or Chigo on Naginata Hoko, the first float of Kyoto’s Gion Matsuri

Revellers take part in one of Japan's most eccentric celebrations: the annual Naked Festival in Okayama.

Discover the ethereal beauty and spiritual allure of the Mitama Matsuri Festival, an enchanting highlight among the Tokyo Events in July, where ancestral