Japanese Culture– category –

Discover the sequence of rituals held from September 14 to 16 at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Reitaisai, culminating in the historic yabusame horseback archery.

Experience Mori no Takigi Noh in Shinjuku Gyoen: discover open-air Noh etiquette and the unique nighttime atmosphere of this torchlit classical event.

Discover why bush clover, or hagi, is celebrated each September at Mukojima-Hyakkaen Garden and how it became a classical symbol of autumn in Japan.

Discover how Tokyo’s Kita City Fireworks Festival stages 10,000 shells with synchronized light and music along the Arakawa River each September.

Chofu's Autumn Fireworks in September features 'Hanabillusion,' a music-synchronized show, and artisan-crafted displays, blending tradition and innovation.

Plan your visit around Tokyo Festival 2026, a citywide performing arts event from September 1 to November 3, featuring over 100 performances and free showcases.

Setomono Matsuri celebrates Seto’s pottery heritage each September, honoring Kato Tamikichi, the father of Seto ware, with a vibrant ceramic fair.

Discover Gujo Odori’s ten-dance tradition, its September finale, and how visitors can respectfully join this centuries-old festival in Gifu, Japan.

Discover how Morioka’s autumn festival floats reveal Tohoku’s layered history, local beliefs, and the meaning behind their vibrant September parades.

Hanamaki Matsuri in Iwate features over 100 mikoshi paraded through city streets each September, reflecting centuries of local festival culture.