Yamagata Hanagasa Matsuri, Yamagata
One of the Big Tohoku Summer Festivals, Yamagata Hanagasa Matsuri is an evening folk dance parade of women and children wearing colorful costumes and waving flower hats. “Hanagasa” means flower…
Tsuruga Toro Nagashi & Fireworks, Fukui
One of the grandest lantern-floating events in this region. The Toro Nagashi lantern floating and fireworks are held on the famous and historic pine tree beach called Kehi no Matsubara…
Tokushima Awa Odori, Tokushima
Japan’s most famous traditional dance festival. Tokushima Awa Odori is the mother of all Awa Odori festivals, especially in the Tokyo/Kanto area where many are held. It’s the Big.Bon.Dance. When…