Held in Tokushima in August, Awa Odori is Japan’s largest dance festival featuring energetic traditional dancing and music in the streets.

Also known as the Star Festival, Tanabata celebrates the meeting of two stars with colorful decorations and paper wishes in July and August.

Celebrated on March 3, Hinamatsuri or Doll Festival is a day to wish for the health and happiness of young girls in Japan.

Hanami, or cherry blossom viewing, is a spring tradition in Japan where families and friends gather under blooming sakura trees for celebration.

Koyo refers to the vibrant autumn foliage in Japan. People travel to scenic spots to admire the changing colors of maple and ginkgo leaves.

Held in Sapporo each February, the Snow Festival (Yuki Matsuri) features stunning ice and snow sculptures, attracting visitors from the world.

Omisoka is Japan’s New Year’s Eve, a time for house cleaning, eating toshikoshi soba, and preparing to welcome the new year with tradition.

One of Tokyo’s most famous fireworks festivals, held along the Sumida River, it lights up the summer night with dazzling displays and festive crowds.

Held in Osaka, Tenjin Matsuri celebrates the deity of scholarship with boat processions, traditional music, and fireworks over the river.