Japan, one season at a time.

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2026年创纪录酷暑,日本多地夏季祭典密集改期——出行前必读

受创纪录酷暑影响,日本各地夏季祭典纷纷改到春季或秋季举行。本文梳理2026年有哪些祭典改期,以及出行前该如何确认最新日期。

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Shirakawa-go Winter Illumination 2027: Dates and How the Advance Bus Reservation Works

Shirakawa-go's 2027 light-up runs Jan 11, 17, 24 & 31 — booking isn't open yet.

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What Is Obon? Japan's Festival of the Dead, Explained

Obon is Japan's Buddhist festival for ancestors' spirits. Here's what the name means, the Mokuren legend behind bon odori, and why the dates differ by region.

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Japan Events in January 2027: What's On, Where, and Whether It's Free

January 2027 opens with hatsumode shrine crowds (Jan 1–3), then hands Tokyo to the Hatsu Basho sumo tournament (Jan 10–24) and Makuhari to Tokyo Auto Salon (Jan 15–17). Up north, the ice season begins — Nozawa's fire festival (Jan 15), Sounkyo's ice waterfalls (from Jan 23) — and Kobe Luminarie lights Jan 29 – Feb 7. Shrines and lights are free; sumo sells out.

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Japan Events in December 2026: What's On, Where, and Whether It's Free

December 2026 stacks pop culture against tradition: Tokyo Comic Con (Dec 11–13), Jump Festa (Dec 19–20), the Chichibu Night Festival's winter fireworks (Dec 2–3), Nara's ancient On-Matsuri (Dec 15–18), citywide illuminations all month — then Joya-no-Kane temple bells and the first shrine visits of the New Year on Dec 31. Illuminations are free; conventions are ticketed.

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Japan Events in November 2026: What's On, Where, and Whether It's Free

November 2026 is autumn's crescendo: Kyoto's foliage peaks late in the month, the Kyushu Basho sumo tournament runs Nov 8–22 in Fukuoka, Karatsu Kunchi parades Nov 2–4, Tsuchiura's fireworks competition lights Nov 7, and the Christmas markets and grand illuminations switch on from Nov 21. Foliage and festivals are free; book Kyoto beds early.

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Japan Events in October 2026: What's On, Where, and Whether It's Free

October 2026 is Japan's best-weather month and its densest festival spread: Nagasaki Kunchi (Oct 7–9), Takayama's autumn festival (Oct 9–10), Kyoto's double-header of Jidai Matsuri and the Kurama Fire Festival on the same day (Oct 22), Kawagoe Matsuri (Oct 17–18) and the Saga Balloon Fiesta (from Oct 30). Almost all of it is free.

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Japan Events in September 2026: What's On, Where, and Whether It's Free

September 2026 cools down and fills up: the Aki Basho grand sumo tournament (Sep 13–27, Tokyo), Tokyo Game Show (from Sep 19), Ultra Japan (Sep 19–20), Kishiwada's danjiri cart races (Sep 19–20), the haunting Owara Kaze no Bon (Sep 1–3) and Disney Halloween from Sep 16. Here's the verified calendar and what to book ahead.

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Japan Events in August 2026: What's On, Where, and Whether It's Free

August 2026 is Japan's biggest festival month: Aomori's Nebuta (Aug 2–7), Tokushima's Awa Odori (Aug 11–15), Comiket (Aug 14–16), the Lake Suwa and Nagaoka fireworks, and Kyoto's Gozan Okuribi bonfires (Aug 16) closing Obon. Most street festivals are free. Here's the verified calendar — and the honest trade-offs.

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日本冬季灯光秀与圣诞市集 2026–2027：完整指南

日本的冬季灯光秀季大致从2026年11月中下旬持续到2027年2月，部分庭园灯展会亮至春季。目前仅神户Luminarie（2027年1月29日–2月7日）日期确定；东京的圣诞市集和札幌白色灯光秀预计举办但尚未公布。免费城市灯景 vs 收费庭园灯展——教你如何选择。

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长崎灯笼节的起源与意义

长崎灯笼节始于1987年，最初是新地中华街当地华人社区庆祝农历新年的活动，1994年扩展为全市盛事。约15,000盏红灯笼、龙舞与巡游寄托着对繁荣与航海平安的祈愿，深深植根于长崎的中国与荷兰通商历史。

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2027长崎灯会怎么去：新干线、机场巴士与有轨电车全攻略

前往长崎灯会最快的方式是从博多（福冈）乘坐西九州新干线——约1小时20分钟到长崎站，再换乘长崎有轨电车1号线到新地中华街站即可看灯。坐飞机来？机场利木津巴士约43分钟进城，票价¥1,400（截至2026年7月）。

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长崎灯会：亮点、龙舞与最佳拍摄地点（2027）

长崎灯会的必看亮点是凑公园约15,000盏红灯笼与巨型生肖灯饰、每天上演的20米龙舞，以及眼镜桥的灯影倒映。会期为2027年2月5日至21日，观赏免费。

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Things to Do in Tokyo This Weekend (Jul 4–6, 2026)

This weekend in Tokyo: a free Yoyogi night market, a Setagaya firefly festival, a new Teien ceramics show, and July Grand Kabuki. Updated weekly.

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Ajisai Season 2026: Where to See Japan's Hydrangeas Right Now (Late June)

Right now, in late June, Japan's hydrangeas (ajisai) are at their peak — blue temple gardens in Kamakura, a 10,000-flower mountain railway in Hakone, and Kyoto's hillside of bloom. Here's where to catch them before the rains end the season.

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Autumn Foliage 2026: When & Where to Plan Japan's Koyo Season

Japan's koyo (autumn-leaf) season peaks late November into early December across the famous spots. Here's a verified 2026 planning guide — from Nikko's early colours to Kyoto's late-November blaze — plus the autumn festivals to pair with it.

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Obon 2026: Dates, Crowds & the Festivals Worth Bracing the Rush For

Obon — Japan's mid-August season of honouring ancestors — is when the whole country travels at once. Here are the 2026 dates, what gets crowded, and the lantern-floating and bon-dance festivals that make the rush worth it.

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Japan's Fireworks (Hanabi) Season 2026: The Dated Calendar

Japanese summer means hanabi — tens of thousands of shells over rivers and lakes from late July through August. Here's a verified, dated 2026 calendar from Tokyo's Sumida River to the master-pyrotechnician competitions of Omagari.

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Cherry Blossom Forecast 2027: JMA Normals & the 6-Year Trend

No 2027 cherry blossom forecast exists yet (as of August 2026); the first ones land around January. Until then the hard numbers are the JMA normals — Tokyo blooms Mar 24, peaks Mar 31.

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Autumn Leaves & Illuminations Guide

Chase fiery maples in November, then let winter illuminations take over — Japan's most photogenic months back to back.

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Cherry Blossom 2026: Where & When

Tokyo blooms roughly late March to early April — Ueno Park for the party, the Meguro River for the night-time canopy.

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Seasonal Japan: Blossoms, Autumn Leaves & Winter Lights

Plan around the seasons — spring hanami, fiery autumn maples, and dazzling winter illuminations each have their moment.

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Universal Cool Japan 2026 (Universal Studios Japan)

USJ's anime-and-game mega-event marks its 10th anniversary with five blockbuster Japanese titles, including the park debut of 'Frieren: Beyond Journey's End' running into January 2027.

至 2027年1月11日周一 21:00 JST OsakaRequires a Studio Pass (1-day from around 8,600 yen); some Cool Japan attractions need a separate Express Pass.

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Universal Studios Japan 25th Anniversary 'Discover U!!!'

USJ celebrates 25 years with a year-long 'Discover U!!!' festival — a new anniversary parade, classic film cars on display and special entertainment running from spring 2026 into March 2027.

至 2027年3月30日周二 21:00 JST OsakaIncluded with a Studio Pass (1-day from around 8,600 yen); no separate ticket for the anniversary entertainment.

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Sanrio Puroland 35th Anniversary

Hello Kitty's indoor theme park celebrates 35 years with ribbon-themed decor and 'The Quest of Wonders' — its first all-new main parade in a decade — running all the way through the end of 2026.

至 2026年12月31日周四 20:00 JST TokyoPassport tickets from around 3,300-4,000 yen (varies by date); cheaper online and on weekdays.

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Tokyo DisneySea 25th Anniversary 'Sparkling Jubilee'

The world's only ocean-themed Disney park turns 25 with a year-long 'Sparkling Jubilee' — a new harbor show, the 'Dance the Globe!' production and 'Jubilee Blue' decor across all eight ports.

至 2027年3月31日周三 21:00 JST TokyoRequires a Tokyo DisneySea park ticket (1-day from around 7,900 yen, price varies by date).

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ONE PIECE Premier Summer 2026 (USJ) — Dates, Show & Restaurant Tickets

USJ's 25th-anniversary ONE PIECE event runs July 30–Nov 19, 2026. Premier Show ¥3,000–6,000, Sanji's Pirate Restaurant ¥7,000 (lottery) — full ticket guide.

至 2026年11月19日周四 21:00 JST OsakaStudio Pass required; the Premier Show and Sanji's Pirate Restaurant need separate paid/lottery tickets.

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Disney Halloween 2026 in Japan: Sept 16–Oct 31 at Disneyland & DisneySea

Disney Halloween 2026 runs Sept 16 (Wed)–Oct 31 (Sat) at both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea — the dates are official. Full costumes are allowed only Sept 15–30 and Oct 16–31 (not Oct 1–15). Dates, costume rules and ticket tips below.

至 2026年10月31日周六 21:00 JST TokyoRequires a park ticket (1-day from around 7,900 yen, varies by date); all Halloween entertainment is included.

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Hitachi Seaside Park Kochia (Autumn Red Bushes)

Some 33,000 round kochia bushes turn Miharashi Hill a blazing crimson each October, a fluffy red carpet rolling toward the Pacific Ocean.

2026年10月10日周六 09:30 JST Across JapanAdults (high-school+) from ¥450; price rises during peak kochia season

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Ashikaga Flower Park: Flower Fantasy Winter Illumination

Over 5 million LEDs transform the park into a glowing garden — a luminous wisteria tunnel, a great wisteria of light and reflective ponds rank it among Japan's top three illuminations.

2026年10月17日周六 15:30 JST TokyoEvening admission around ¥1,400 (varies by light stage).

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Nikko Irohazaka & Kegon Falls Autumn Foliage

The hairpin Irohazaka road climbs through a moving gradient of red and gold to Lake Chuzenji, where the 97-m Kegon Falls plunges past blazing maples.

2026年10月18日周日 08:00 JST Tokyo免费

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Tokyo German Village Winter Illumination 2026–2027

One of the Kanto region's largest illuminations blankets a hillside German-themed park in millions of lights, best seen from its observation wheel.

2026年10月31日周六 16:00 JST Across JapanPaid: adults ¥1,500, children (age 4–elementary) ¥800; parking from ¥1,000.

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Shibuya Halloween 2026: Status, Rules & What's Banned

No official 2026 Halloween announcement from Shibuya City yet (as of July 2026) — details usually land in early October. Confirmed now: a year-round street-drinking ban (6PM–5AM) has covered Shibuya Station since Oct 2024, and 2023–2025 saw escalating crowd-control measures.

2026年10月31日周六 18:00 JST Tokyo免费

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Korankei Valley Autumn Foliage (Momiji Festival)

Over 4,000 maples of 11 varieties set Aichi's Korankei gorge ablaze in crimson, with evening light-ups reflecting on the Tomoe River until 9 p.m.

2026年11月1日周日 09:00 JST Nagoya免费

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Huis Ten Bosch Kingdom of Light Illumination

Japan's largest illumination floods a European-style canal town with millions of lights every night of the year across this Nagasaki resort.

2026年11月1日周日 17:00 JST Across JapanPark admission ticket required (varies by plan)

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Midosuji Illumination 2026

Osaka's grand boulevard glows for winter as kilometres of ginkgo trees light up from Umeda to Namba in a record-setting display.

2026年11月3日周二 17:00 JST Osaka免费

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Tsuchiura All-Japan Fireworks Competition 2026

One of Japan's three great fireworks competitions, where rival pyrotechnicians fire 20,000 shells over the Sakuragawa river to be crowned the nation's best.

2026年11月7日周六 17:30 JST Across Japan免费

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Disney Christmas 2026 at Tokyo Disney Resort

Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea transform into glittering winter wonderlands for Disney Christmas — festive parades, nighttime sparkle and holiday-exclusive shows, food and merchandise at both parks.

2026年11月11日周三 09:00 JST TokyoRequires a park ticket (1-day from around 7,900 yen, varies by date); all Christmas entertainment is included.

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Sagamiko Illumillion

Over 6 million LEDs blanket a mountainside amusement park — ride a panoramic chairlift through a sea of light with the Ferris wheel and rides glowing under the stars.

2026年11月14日周六 16:00 JST TokyoAdmission with illumination around ¥1,000–2,300 (varies; combo tickets available).

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Eikando Temple Autumn Light-Up

Kyoto's most celebrated maple temple glows after dark in autumn, its crimson leaves mirrored in a tranquil pond.

2026年11月14日周六 17:30 JST KyotoEvening light-up admission around 600-700 yen

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Arashiyama Autumn Leaves

Kyoto's Arashiyama bursts into crimson and gold each November, with mountain temples, a scenic train and bamboo groves.

2026年11月15日周日 08:00 JST Kyoto免费

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Tokyo Winter Illuminations (Roppongi & Marunouchi)

From late autumn, Tokyo's avenues glow: Roppongi's blue keyaki-zaka and Marunouchi's golden champagne lights dazzle nightly.

2026年11月15日周日 17:00 JST Tokyo免费

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东京圣诞市集 2026：新丰洲与芝公园 会期一览

2026 年移至新丰洲（11/20〜12/25）与芝公园（12/4〜12/25）两个会场，不再是神宫外苑。官方公布的会期、时间与地址。

2026年11月20日周五 16:00 JST Tokyoチケットの価格・販売開始日は未発表（公式が決定次第告知）。

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Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Christmas Market 2026

Japan's largest German-style Christmas market: a glittering tree, wooden hutte stalls, mulled wine and bay-side lights by the historic red brick warehouses.

2026年11月21日周六 11:00 JST YokohamaPaid timed entry (around ¥500–1,000 — check official site).

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札幌白色灯节 2026 | 日期、地点与门票

**札幌白色灯节 2026 预计将于 11 月下旬至 2026 年 12 月 25 日点亮大通公园，车站前及其他会场则将持续闪耀至 2027 年 2 月（官方发布待定）。** 活动**免费**，以紧邻**大通站**的大通公园为中心，是札幌冬季温暖闪耀的心脏地带。

2026年11月21日周六 16:30 JST Sapporo免费

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名古屋圣诞市集 2026｜日期、场地与交通

名古屋圣诞市集（Nagoya Christmas Market）2026 预计于12月4日至25日在荣的久屋大通公园举办——以整棵真冷杉巨型圣诞树与地道德国美食为主打的名古屋代表性欧式冬季市集，免费入场。

2026年12月4日周五 16:00 JST Nagoya免费

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伊东温泉 冬季烟花大会 2026｜12月19日（周六）渚公园 20:30起・同日举办冬季YOSAKOI「Sozura祭」

静冈县伊东市的冬季烟花。2026年12月19日（周六）20:30–21:00在伊东海岸・渚公园施放，同日还有冬季YOSAKOI「Sozura祭」的舞蹈和「ITO MARCHE」市集。JR伊东站步行10分钟。繁體：伊東溫泉 冬季煙火大會。

2026年12月19日周六 16:00 JST Across Japan免费

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Happy New Year Tokyo — Metropolitan Building Countdown

Tokyo's official free countdown lights up the Metropolitan Government Building with giant projection mapping, live acts and a midnight cheer in Shinjuku.

2026年12月31日周四 22:00 JST Tokyo免费

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Atami Plum Garden Festival (Atami Bairin)

Famous as Japan's earliest-blooming plum grove, Atami Bairin opens its winter ume from early January with taiko, geisha dances and hot-spring charm.

2027年1月9日周六 09:00 JST Across JapanModest garden admission during the festival (recent years a few hundred yen).

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神户光之雕刻 2027 | 日期、地点与门票

神户光之雕刻（Kobe Luminarie）2027 将于 2027 年 1 月 29 日（周五）至 2 月 7 日（周日）举行 — 这是第 32 届。你可以从周边街道免费观赏光之拱廊；美利坚公园（Meriken Park）的特别收费区则需购票（预售平日 ¥500 / 周末 ¥750，截至 2026 年 7 月）。三处会场均可从三宫站步行前往。

2027年1月29日周五 18:00 JST Across Japan免费

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札幌雪祭 2027｜2月4日–11日日程（官方确认）、三大会场与交通

札幌雪祭（さっぽろ雪まつり，Sapporo Snow Festival）2027：官方确认2027年2月4日–11日共8天，第77届。大通（西1–11丁目）、薄野（南4条–南6条站前通）、TSUDOME 三大会场免费入场；从新千岁机场乘JR快速约37分钟到札幌站。

2027年2月4日周四 10:00 JST Sapporo免费

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长崎灯会 2027 | 日期、免费会场与交通

**长崎灯会将于2027年2月5日(周五)至2月21日(周日)举行，为期17天，免费观赏**。届时**约15,000盏红色中国灯笼**与巨型生肖灯组将点亮长崎市中心。灯笼**每晚17:00–22:00**亮起，每天都有舞龙和游行。

2027年2月5日周五 17:00 JST Across Japan免费

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Otaru Snow Light Path Festival 2027

The 2027 edition runs 6–13 February (Otaru Tourism Association, announced 9 June 2026). Otaru's historic canal and old rail line glow with thousands of hand-lit snow lanterns and floating candles for eight winter nights.

2027年2月6日周六 Sapporo免费

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Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival 2027

Dates for the Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival 2027 had not been announced as of September 18, 2026. The 2026 edition (the 36th) ran February 7 to March 8, a 3-minute walk from Kawazu Station in Izu.

2027年2月6日周六 09:00 JST Across Japan免费

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Mito Plum Blossom Festival (Kairakuen)

Roughly 3,000 plum trees in over 60 varieties scent one of Japan's Three Great Gardens, drawing crowds for taiko, tea ceremony and geisha dances.

2027年2月13日周六 08:00 JST Across JapanInner garden ~¥300 for non-residents; festival grounds largely free.

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Hina Matsuri (Doll Festival / Girls' Day)

On March 3 across Japan, families display tiered hina dolls of the Heian court to wish for girls' health, amid peach blossoms and sweet hishi-mochi.

2027年3月3日周三 Across Japan免费

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Chidorigafuchi Cherry Blossoms

A 700m 'sakura tunnel' of 260-plus cherry trees arches over the Imperial Palace moat, best seen by rowboat or under evening illumination.

2027年3月25日周四 Tokyo免费

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Himeji Castle Cherry Blossoms

Over 1,000 cherry trees frame the brilliant white 'White Heron' castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in one of Japan's most picture-perfect hanami scenes.

2027年3月27日周六 Osaka免费

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Mount Yoshino Cherry Blossoms (Yoshinoyama)

Around 30,000 cherry trees in 200 varieties blanket a sacred mountainside, blooming in waves up four zones from Shimo to Oku Senbon.

2027年3月27日周六 Nara免费

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Ryukyu Kaiensai Fireworks Festival 2027

One of Japan's earliest big fireworks of the year — around 10,000 shells choreographed to live music over the East China Sea off Ginowan.

2027年4月10日周六 18:30 JST OkinawaTicketed reserved seating in tiers; a free viewing area is also available. Exact 2027 date confirmed in winter.

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Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival

Around 2,600 cherry trees encircle Hirosaki Castle's moats, famous for petal-carpeted 'flower rafts' and dazzling nighttime illuminations.

2027年4月23日周五 09:00 JST Across Japan免费

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Sapporo Lilac Festival 2027

Some 400 lilac trees burst into bloom in Odori Park, with a lilac wine garden and outdoor music marking the start of the northern spring.

2027年5月19日周三 10:00 JST Sapporo免费

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Sankeien Garden

A 175,000m2 classical garden of relocated historic buildings — in summer, irises, hydrangeas and early-morning lotus blooms float over its ponds.

全年开放 YokohamaAdults ¥900, children ¥200

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Nabana no Sato Winter Illumination

Japan's largest illumination: millions of LEDs transform a flower park near Nagoya into glowing tunnels and light shows.

2026年1月15日周四 17:00 JST Across JapanAdmission around 2,500 yen (includes a park voucher)

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Kobe Luminarie

Glowing arches of hundreds of thousands of lights fill Kobe each winter, a moving memorial turned beloved festival.

2026年1月23日周五 18:00 JST Across Japan免费

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Nara Wakakusa Yamayaki

Each January, fireworks burst over Nara before the entire grass-covered Mt. Wakakusa is set ablaze in a spectacular winter ritual.

2026年1月24日周六 17:30 JST Nara免费

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Kenrokuen Garden Illumination

One of Japan's three great gardens glows after dark in seasonal light-up events, from snowy yukitsuri ropes to autumn-leaf reflections.

2026年2月6日周五 17:30 JST Kanazawa免费

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Otaru Snow Light Path Festival

Otaru's historic canal and old streets glow with thousands of candles in snow lanterns, a quiet, romantic counterpoint to Sapporo's snow festival.

2026年2月13日周五 17:00 JST Sapporo免费

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Ueno Park Cherry Blossom Viewing (Hanami)

One of Tokyo's most famous hanami spots: 1,000 cherry trees line Ueno Park's central path in a pink canopy each spring.

2026年3月25日周三 09:00 JST Tokyo免费

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Meguro River Cherry Blossoms

Hundreds of cherry trees arch over the Meguro River, and at night pink paper lanterns turn the canal into a dream.

2026年3月26日周四 10:00 JST Tokyo免费

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Mimuroto-ji Hydrangea Garden

Some 20,000 hydrangeas in 50 varieties carpet a hillside temple garden in Uji — including the elusive star-shaped 'shichidanka' — with weekend evening light-ups.

2026年6月22日周一 08:30 JST KyotoGarden admission approx. ¥1,000 (adults).

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Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Events

A historic waterfront landmark hosting seasonal events year-round — Christmas markets, an ice rink, beer festivals and bay views.

2026年6月28日周日 11:00 JST Yokohama免费

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Sumida River Fireworks Festival 2026

Tokyo's most storied summer fireworks show launches 20,000 shells over the Sumida River with Tokyo Skytree glowing behind.

2026年7月25日周六 19:00 JST Tokyo免费

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Kanazawa Fireworks Festival 2026: July 25, Free Entry

The 2026 Kanazawa Fireworks Festival (Hokkoku Hanabi) has finished — it was held on Saturday, July 25, 2026 from 19:50, with about 12,000 shells over the Saigawa River in central Kanazawa, free to watch. It ran for the third year as a Noto earthquake recovery-support edition. The 2027 date is not yet announced.

2026年7月25日周六 19:50 JST Kanazawa免费

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Hiroshima Minato Yume (Dream) Fireworks 2026

One of the Seto Inland Sea's largest displays — about 10,000 shells, including wide 10-go bursts, choreographed to music over Hiroshima Port.

2026年7月25日周六 20:00 JST Hiroshima免费

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Toyota Oiden Festival 2026: Dates, Fireworks & Access

The 58th Toyota Oiden Festival has finished — the Oiden fireworks lit up the Yahagi River on July 26, 2026, after the Sohodori dance on July 25. It was the festival's last summer edition: from 2027 it moves to autumn, with the 59th planned for October 30-31, 2027.

2026年7月26日周日 19:00 JST Nagoya免费

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Itabashi Fireworks Festival 2026

A 700-metre 'Grand Niagara' cascade and Tokyo's largest shells light up the Arakawa, fired in tandem with Toda City across the water.

2026年8月1日周六 19:00 JST Tokyo免费

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Edogawa Fireworks Festival 2026

A 1,000-shell opening burst in five seconds sets the tone for one of Tokyo's biggest riverside fireworks shows over the Edogawa.

2026年8月1日周六 19:15 JST Tokyo免费

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Nagaoka Fireworks 2026: Reserved Seats Are Sold Out — the Official Resale Route (and What's Still Free)

Nagaoka's 2026 reserved seats sold out June 17 — the official resale opens July 6 (Japan residents only). Here's the resale route, the unauthorized-resale warning, and where you can still watch for free.

2026年8月2日周日 19:20 JST Across JapanReserved seats sold out; official resale only (Japan residents), approx. ¥1,000-¥48,000 face value by tier

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Nagaoka Festival Grand Fireworks 2026

One of Japan's three great fireworks festivals, famed for the colossal 'Phoenix' shells fired across the Shinano River as a prayer for peace.

2026年8月2日周日 19:20 JST Across Japan免费

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Nara Tokae Lantern Festival

On summer nights, 20,000 candles flicker across Nara Park's historic grounds in a serene sea of gentle light.

2026年8月5日周三 19:00 JST Nara免费

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Lake Biwa Grand Fireworks Festival 2026

Around 12,000 fireworks reflect off Japan's largest lake near Otsu in a 40th-anniversary show fused with drones and lasers.

2026年8月6日周四 19:30 JST Kyoto免费

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Jingu Gaien Fireworks Festival 2026

Ten thousand fireworks burst over central Tokyo synced to a live concert lineup, a rare downtown display you can pair with a stadium seat.

2026年8月8日周六 19:30 JST TokyoFree to glimpse from afar; the official stadium viewing-and-concert tickets are paid.

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Kasuga Taisha Mantoro Lantern Festival

Three thousand bronze and stone lanterns are lit across ancient Kasuga Taisha, filling the shrine's forest paths with a soft golden glow.

2026年8月14日周五 19:00 JST NaraSmall fee to enter the inner lantern corridors

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东大寺万灯供养会 2026 | 日期、地点与入场

**东大寺的万灯供养会（万灯供養会）于2026年8月15日傍晚举行**，届时**数千盏灯笼**点亮大佛殿，**观相窗（観相窓）开启**，让大佛的面容凝望夜色。这是奈良一场感人至深的盂兰盆供养。

2026年8月15日周六 19:00 JST Nara万灯供养会当晚的供养仪式本身属宗教活动，通常在境内观览；平日大佛殿门票为成人¥800／儿童¥400，或大佛殿＋东大寺博物馆联票成人¥1,200／儿童¥600（截至2026年7月）。任何特别晚间的入场安排请以官方网站为准。

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Lake Suwa Fireworks Festival 2026

Around 40,000 fireworks erupt over Lake Suwa, their booms echoing off the surrounding mountains in one of central Japan's most spectacular summer displays.

2026年8月15日周六 19:00 JST Across Japan免费

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Kyoto Gozan no Okuribi 2026

Giant kanji and shapes blaze on five mountains around Kyoto to send ancestral spirits home at the close of Obon.

2026年8月16日周日 20:00 JST Kyoto免费

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Takasaki Matsuri Grand Fireworks Display 2026

Roughly 15,000 shells light up the Karasugawa River in under an hour -- the fast, dense fireworks night that opens Gunma's biggest annual festival.

2026年8月22日周六 19:30 JST Across Japan免费

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Minato Mirai Festival Fireworks 2026

A rapid-fire summer fireworks night lights up Minato Mirai 21 over Rinko Park and the Yokohama waterfront.

2026年8月24日周一 18:30 JST Yokohama免费

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Omagari National Fireworks Competition 2026

Japan's most prestigious pyrotechnic competition, where the nation's top fireworks artisans battle for the Prime Minister's Award.

2026年8月29日周六 17:10 JST Across JapanReserved seating required for prime spots (paid); riverbank viewing free

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Katakai Festival Fireworks 2026

The birthplace of the giant 'sanshakudama', this Niigata shrine festival fires the world's largest fireworks shell — a four-shaku, 800kg behemoth.

2026年9月11日周五 19:30 JST Across Japan免费