Festivals of the Spring Season

Festivals in Japan are popular tourist attractions. Check out this list of festivals before you plan a trip to Japan. Here are some major ones held during the spring months.

March - May

• Todaiji Temple Omizutori (Nara- city)
• Hina Matsuri Hina Doll Festivals (across the country)
• Jindaiji Temple Daruma Ichi (Chofu-city, Tokyo)
• Takaosan Hiwatari Festival (Hachioji-city, Tokyo)
• Cherry Blossom Festivals (across the country)
• Kamakura Matsuri (Kamakura-city, Kanagawa)
• Takayama Sanno Matsuri (Takayama-city, Gifu)
• Tonami Tulip Festival (Tonami-city, Toyama)
• Hakata Dontaku (Fukuoka-city, Fukuoka)
• Aoi Matsuri (Kyoto-city)
• Sanja Matsuri (Asakusa, Tokyo)
• Naha Hari (Naha-city, Okinawa)