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Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri 2026: The 6am Start, the Yarimawashi Corners, and How to Watch It Safely
Kishiwada Danjiri 2026 guide: Sept 19-20 official dates, the 6am hikidashi, best yarimawashi corners, safety rules, and the quiet route from Tennoji.
Japan Festivals in September 2026: Silver Week, Danjiri and the Harvest Moon
Japan's September 2026 festival calendar splits into three windows: a quiet start, a five-day Silver Week crush, then the moon festivals.
Japan Festivals in August 2026: Nebuta, Tanabata, Awa Odori and More
August is Japan's biggest festival month โ Nebuta, Tanabata, Awa Odori, and Obon celebrations fill the country with energy.
Osaka Festivals 2026: Tenjin Matsuri, Danjiri and the Complete Calendar
Every major Osaka festival in 2026 โ from Tenjin Matsuri's river fireworks to Kishiwada Danjiri's wild float races. Month-by-month calendar.
Japan Festivals 2026: Complete Month-by-Month Guide to the Best Matsuri
Your complete 2026 guide to Japan's top festivals month by month โ dates, locations, and insider tips for every season.
Japan Festivals in July 2026: Gion Matsuri, Tenjin Matsuri and More
July kicks off Japan's festival season with Gion Matsuri, Tenjin Matsuri, fireworks, and ancient fire rituals. Your complete July guide.
Sapporo Festivals 2026: Snow, Dance, Beer, and Lights Year-Round
Sapporo delivers festivals every season โ snow sculptures in winter, Yosakoi dancing in summer, beer gardens, and winter illuminations.