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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260920T191000
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SUMMARY:Suito Kurawanka Fireworks Festival
DESCRIPTION:Hirakata City has hosted a major fireworks festival since 1956\, when it was the second-largest fireworks event in Osaka Prefecture. \n\n\n\nFrom 1976 to 2003\, the event was held annually as the Kurawanka Fireworks Festival. Beloved by local residents and fondly remembered over the years\, the festival has been revived as the Suito Kurawanka Fireworks Festival. \n\n\n\nThe festival launches as many fireworks as the number of children born in Hirakata and Takatsuki cities\, expressing hopes for the healthy growth of the children and the continued development and prosperity of the region. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHirakata Site : Mitsuyacho\, Hirakata\, Osaka 573-0000 \n\n\n\nAccess : 15-minute from Hirakata-shi station on the Keihan main line \n\n\n\nTakatsuki Site : Otsuka\, Takatsuki\, Osaka 569-0000 \n\n\n\nAccess : Keihan Bus from JR or Hankyu Takatsuki station\, get off at Hirakata-Ohashi-Kitazume. \n\n\n\nThe number of fireworks : 4\,995
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/suito-kurawanka-fireworks-festival/
CATEGORIES:Fireworks
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260919T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260920T235959
DTSTAMP:20260825T105150Z
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SUMMARY:Kishiwada Danjiri Festival ”だんじり”
DESCRIPTION:The Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri in Kishiwada City\, southern Osaka\, is one of Japan’s largest and most famous danjiri festivals. \n\n\n\nAt the heart of the festival are enormous traditional wooden floats\, known as danjiri\, intricately carved and decorated with elaborate ornaments. Designed in the style of shrines or temples\, some floats are so large that they require teams of up to 500 people to pull them through the streets. \n\n\n\nThe festival’s most thrilling spectacle is the high-speed procession through Kishiwada’s narrow streets. Standing atop each danjiri is the daiku-gata\, the person responsible for directing the float. As the team races forward\, the daiku-gata performs an energetic dance\, leaping and moving to the rhythm of the music while urging the team on. Their daring performance is one of the festival’s most unforgettable highlights. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDanjiri Festival（だんじり祭り）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nViewing Spots \n\n\n\nKonarazaka : 2\, Kishiwada\, Osaka 596-0072 \n\n\n\nKishiki Shrine : 11-30 Kishikicho\, Kishiwada\, Osaka 596-0073 \n\n\n\nKishiwada-Tenjingu Shrinne : 1 Chome-13-15 Besshocho\, Kishiwada\, Osaka 596-0045 \n\n\n\nAccess : 10-minute walk from Kishiwada station on the Nankai main line \n\n\n\nAdmission : Free \n\n\n\nSEP 14 : 6:00 to 22:00 \n\n\n\nSEP 15 : 9:00 to 22:00
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/kishiwada-danjiri-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260915T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260915T235959
DTSTAMP:20260825T104652Z
CREATED:20191107T021448Z
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SUMMARY:Iwashimizusai festival
DESCRIPTION:This is one of the three major religious festivals held under Imperial tradition in Japan. Set on a peaceful hillside\, Iwashimizu Hachimangu Shrine preserves ancient rituals and ceremonies carried out according to traditional protocols. \n\n\n\nBefore dawn\, around 500 participants dressed in ceremonial attire and carrying paper lanterns depart from the main shrine and make their way to the subsidiary shrine\, known as the Tōgū. There\, a series of sacred ceremonies take place. In the evening\, the procession returns to the main shrine at the top of the hill\, bringing the day’s solemn rituals to a close. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIwashimizu-Hachimangu Shrine\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 614-8588 Kyoto\, Yawata\, Takabo-30 \n\n\n\nAdmission : Free \n\n\n\nAccess : Iwashimizu Hachimangu station on the Keihan main line
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/iwashimizusai-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260817T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260817T210000
DTSTAMP:20260717T104006Z
CREATED:20191107T030102Z
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SUMMARY:Takebe-taisha Shrine Senkou-sai Festival
DESCRIPTION:TThe Senko-sai Festival (船幸祭)\, the summer festival of Takebe Taisha Shrine\, is one of Otsu’s three major festivals. The celebration culminates with a fireworks display as the mikoshi (portable shrine)\, carried aboard a boat\, returns from its ceremonial procession. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTakebe-Taisha（建部大社）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess : A short walk from Karahashi-mae station on the Keihan Ishiyama-Sakamoto line \n\n\n\nAddress : 1 Chome-16-1 Jinryo\, Otsu\, Shiga 520-2132
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/takebe-taisha-shrine-senkou-sai-festival/
CATEGORIES:Fireworks
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260816T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260816T210000
DTSTAMP:20260717T104622Z
CREATED:20191110T093312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T104622Z
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SUMMARY:Daimonji Gozan Okuribi
DESCRIPTION:“Daimonji Gozan Okuribi” is the Buddhist festival of the feast of our ancestors. Known as “the Bon festival”\, it is held on the evening(20:00 P.M) of August 16th. Gigantic Kanji characters and other motifs are lit on the five mountains surrounding the city of Kyoto. Now It is a famous as the Kyoto summer image. This Buddhist custom has evolved into a family reunion holiday during which people return to their family’s ancestral places. Once there\, they visit and clean their ancestors’ graves for when the spirits of their ancestors revisit earth. These Bon fires are intended to see off the spirits as they return to the other world. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDaimonji Viewing spots\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n大 the character “dai” at Daimonji\, go to the Kamo-gawa River bank.\n\n\n\n妙 the character”Myou” is Kitayama-dori near Notre Dame Jogakuin.\n\n\n\n法 the character”Hou” is the Takanogawa River bank (north of Takanobashi Bridge).\n\n\n\n大 the character”Dai” at Hidari-Daimonji is Nishi-Oji-dori.\n\n\n\nthe motif “Funa-gata” is the northwest of Kitayamabashi Bridge on Kitayama-dori.\n\n\n\nthe motif “Torii-gara” is best seen from Matsuobashi Bridge [Map-F] and Hirosawa-no-Ike Pond.\n\n\n\nFrom the highest point of Funaokayama Park (free entry)\, One of the best viewing spots\, you can have a panoramic view of all the mountains without the torii-gata motif.
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/daimonji-gozan-okuribi/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260816T190000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260816T210000
DTSTAMP:20260717T105924Z
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SUMMARY:Arashiyama Floating Lantern Event
DESCRIPTION:As night falls\, lanterns carrying prayers are gently released onto the Katsura River\, creating a serene and unforgettable scene. \n\n\n\nAccording to tradition\, the spirits of ancestors return to the other world on August 16\, the final day of the Bon festival. On the same evening\, Kyoto’s famous Gozan Okuribi bonfires are lit on the surrounding mountains to guide them on their journey. From Arashiyama\, visitors can witness both the glowing mountain characters and the countless lanterns drifting along the river\, making for one of Kyoto’s most enchanting summer spectacles. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArashiyama Park（嵐山公園）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : Saganakanoshimacho\, Ukyo Ward\, Kyoto \n\n\n\nAdmission : Free \n\n\n\nAccess : A short walf from both Arashiyama station on Keifuku Arashiyama line and Hankyu Arashiyama line
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/arashiyama-floating-lantern-event/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260815T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260815T203000
DTSTAMP:20260717T110252Z
CREATED:20191107T051015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T110252Z
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SUMMARY:Nara Daimonji Fire Festival
DESCRIPTION:Daimonji Okuribi (大文字送り火) is a traditional fire festival held to honor the spirits of ancestors at the end of the Bon season. While Kyoto’s Gozan Okuribi is the most famous\, Nara holds its own Daimonji Okuribi one day earlier. At dusk\, the enormous Chinese character 「大」 (“great”) is set ablaze on the slopes of Mount Takamado\, symbolizing the universe and guiding ancestral spirits on their journey. The spectacular bonfire can be viewed from Nara Park\, offering one of the city’s most memorable summer traditions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNara Park\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess : 15-minute walk from Kintetsu-Nara station \n\n\n\nBus : Take the city loop bus from JR Nara station to Kasuga-Taisha-Omote-Sando \n\n\n\nYou can also see the sight from  Heijō Palace Remains or Ukimi-do.
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/nara-daimonji-fire-festival/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260815T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260815T203000
DTSTAMP:20260717T111729Z
CREATED:20191107T052039Z
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SUMMARY:Yoshino River Matsuri NOHRYO Fireworks Festival
DESCRIPTION:Known for its spectacular combination of fireworks\, laser shows\, and synchronized music\, this festival offers one of Nara’s most exciting summer evenings. \n\n\n\nBefore the fireworks begin\, around 20\,000 lanterns are gently floated down the Yoshino River\, creating a breathtaking and tranquil scene that contrasts beautifully with the dazzling display to follow. \n\n\n\nFireworks: Approximately 4\,000Largest shell: 240 m burst diameter (Size 7) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYoshino gawa Kasenjiki Park\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 2 Chome-7-7 Honmachi\, Gojo\, Nara 637-0041 \n\n\n\nAccess: Gojo station on the JR Wakayama Line (10mins walk)
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/yoshino-river-matsuri-nohryo-fireworks-festival/
CATEGORIES:Fireworks
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260810T201000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260810T204000
DTSTAMP:20260717T112125Z
CREATED:20191107T053039Z
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SUMMARY:Shirahama Fireworks Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Shirahama Fireworks Festival is one of Wakayama’s most spectacular summer events. Around 3\,500 fireworks are launched from barges just offshore\, illuminating the night sky above Shirarahama Beach with breathtaking reflections across the sea. \n\n\n\nThe festival’s highlight is the 1\,000-meter-long Niagara Falls fireworks\, cascading in a dazzling curtain of light along the beach for an unforgettable finale. \n\n\n\nFireworks: Approximately 3\,500Largest shell: 320 m burst diameter (Size 10) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShirarahama Beach（白良浜）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : Shirahama\, Nishimuro District\, Wakayama  \n\n\n\nAccess : JR Shirahama Station is accessible by train from Osaka (2hrs 30mins). Take local route bus number 12\, 30\, to Shirarahama Beach
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/shirahama-fireworks-festival/
CATEGORIES:Fireworks
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260808T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260808T203000
DTSTAMP:20260717T113220Z
CREATED:20191107T065627Z
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SUMMARY:Takamiya Noryo Fireworks
DESCRIPTION:The Takanomiya Noryo Fireworks Festival marks the first fireworks display of the year in Shiga\, welcoming the arrival of summer on the eastern shore of Lake Biwa. Enjoy a spectacular evening featuring approximately 4\,000 fireworks lighting up the lakeside sky. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess : 20-minute walk from Minami-Hikone station on the JR Tokaido main line \n\n\n\nAddress : 43-2211 Takamiyacho\, Hikone\, Shiga 522-0201
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/takamiya-noryo-fireworks/
CATEGORIES:Fireworks
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260807T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260810T235959
DTSTAMP:20260723T081618Z
CREATED:20191107T054520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T081618Z
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SUMMARY:Gojo-zaka Pottery Festival
DESCRIPTION:Held every summer along Gojo-dori Street\, the Gojo-zaka Toki Matsuri (Gojozaka Pottery Festival) stands as Kyoto’s premier ceramic market. Across more than 500 vibrant open-air stalls\, artisans and merchants offer a vast array of Japanese pottery at exceptional prices. It’s an indispensable destination for collectors and travelers alike\, featuring iconic local styles like Kiyomizu-yaki alongside celebrated regional crafts such as Arita\, Karatsu\, and Shigaraki. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGojo-zaka（五条坂）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess : A short walk from Kiyomizu-Gojo station on the Keihan line \n\n\n\nBus : Take Kyoto City Bus No.207 or 206 to Gojozaka Stop / No.205 or 17 to Kawaramachi-gojo Stop \n\n\n\nHours : 10:00 to 22:00
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/gojo-zaka-pottery-festival/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260805T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260814T235959
DTSTAMP:20260717T114100Z
CREATED:20191107T055047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T114100Z
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SUMMARY:Nara To-Kae Candle festival
DESCRIPTION:Nara To-kae is a beautiful summer night event held in Nara Park\, where tens of thousands of candles illuminate the city’s historic landmarks\, including Todai-ji Temple\, Kasuga-taisha Shrine\, Ukimi-do\, and Kofuku-ji Temple. \n\n\n\nThe name “TO-KA” refers to the flower-like shape that forms at the top of a candle wick after it is lit. It is traditionally believed to bring good fortune when this shape appears. \n\n\n\nEach candle is lit with wishes for the happiness and well-being of visitors. Guests can also light their own candles and create a personal moment of peace among the glowing scenery. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNara To-Kae（なら燈花会）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess : You can get there on foot from both JR Nara station or Kintetsu Nara station. \n\n\n\nLit-up : 19:00 to 21:30 \n\n\n\nAreas : \n\n\n\n\nUkigumo-enchi\n\n\n\nAsajigahara\n\n\n\nUkimi-do\n\n\n\nSarusawa Pond\n\n\n\nKofuku-ji\n\n\n\nTodai-ji \n\n\n\nKasuga-taisha Shrine
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/nara-to-kae-candle-festival/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260730T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260801T235959
DTSTAMP:20260613T110830Z
CREATED:20191110T094429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T110830Z
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SUMMARY:Sumiyoshi Festival at Sumiyoshi Taisha
DESCRIPTION:On the final day\, the Mikoshi Togyo (portable shrine procession) takes place. The procession departs from Sumiyoshi Taisha and makes its way to Shukuin Tongu Shrine in the neighboring city of Sakai. The lively parade attracts large crowds of spectators along its route. \n\n\n\nThe Sumiyoshi Festival is celebrated over three days\, with the Nagoshi Harai Shinji purification ritual being one of its highlights on the second day. \n\n\n\nDuring this ritual\, women and children dressed in Muromachi-period (14th–16th century) costumes pass through a large ring made of straw as a prayer for purification and good health. Visitors are also welcome to take part in the ceremony and offer their own wishes for good health. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 30 : (Yoimiya-sai Festival)\n\n\n\nJuly 31 : 17:00- (Nagoshi-harai-shinji ritual)\n\n\n\nAug 1 : around 14:00-(Togyo mikoshi parade)\n\n\n\n\nSumiyoshi Taisha Shrine\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 2 Chome-9-89 Sumiyoshi\, Sumiyoshi Ward\, Osaka \n\n\n\nAdmission : Free
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/sumiyoshi-festival-at-sumiyoshi-taisha/
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260725T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260725T210000
DTSTAMP:20260613T110939Z
CREATED:20191110T094731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T110939Z
UID:13960-1785007800-1785013200@2ponderful.com
SUMMARY:Tenjin-Matsuri Fireworks Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Tenjin Matsuri Fireworks Festival is one of the largest fireworks displays in the Kansai region and forms a spectacular finale to the Tenjin Matsuri. Visitors can enjoy the breathtaking sight of around 100 boats illuminated by bonfires gliding along the river\, set against a backdrop of dazzling fireworks that showcase the beauty and artistry of traditional Japanese pyrotechnics. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFireworks\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdmission : Free \n\n\n\nA number of fireworks : 5\,000 \n\n\n\nThe largest diameter of fireworks : 60-m (Size-2.5) \n\n\n\nAccess : JR Sakuranomiya Station on The JR loop line (2mins walk)\, Tenmabashi Station on Keihan Railway or the Osaka Subway (5mins walk)
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/tenjin-matsuri-fireworks-festival/
CATEGORIES:Fireworks
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260724T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260725T235959
DTSTAMP:20260613T092333Z
CREATED:20191110T095121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T092333Z
UID:13961-1784851200-1785023999@2ponderful.com
SUMMARY:Tenjin-Matsuri Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Tenjin Matsuri Fireworks Festival is one of the largest fireworks displays in the Kansai region and serves as the spectacular climax of the Tenjin Matsuri. Visitors can enjoy the stunning sight of around 100 boats illuminated by bonfires drifting along the river\, while thousands of fireworks light up the night sky in a dazzling display that highlights the artistry and craftsmanship of traditional Japanese pyrotechnics. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTenjin Matsuri \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdmission : Free \n\n\n\nAccess : To Osaka Tenmangu\, 5mins walk from Osaka Tenmangu station on JR Tozai line or Minamimorimachi station on the Osaka subway Tanimachi-line.
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/tenjin-matsuri-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260719T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260720T235959
DTSTAMP:20260613T092542Z
CREATED:20191107T064837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T092542Z
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SUMMARY:Motomiya Festival / Fushimi Inari Shrine
DESCRIPTION:This lively two-day festival transforms the grounds of Fushimi Inari Taisha and Mount Inari with the glow of thousands of lanterns. Beginning on the evening of Yoimiya\, stone and wooden lanterns across the mountain are illuminated\, while donated lanterns line the pathways throughout the shrine\, creating a magical atmosphere. \n\n\n\nOver the course of the festival\, visitors can enjoy a variety of cultural performances\, including taiko drum concerts\, traditional dance exhibitions\, and other celebratory events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFushimi Inari Taisha Shrine\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 19 : Yoimiya Festival\, 18:00~   \n\n\n\nJuly 20 : Motomiya Festival\, 09:00~\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 68 Fukakusa Yabunouchicho\, Fushimi Ward\, Kyoto \n\n\n\nAdmission : Free \n\n\n\nAccess : 3-minute walk from Inari station on the JR Nara line. 5-minute walk from Fushimi-Inari station on the Keihan main line.
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/motomiya-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260718T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260730T235959
DTSTAMP:20260613T092832Z
CREATED:20220809T104643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T092832Z
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SUMMARY:Mitarashi Festival at Shimogamo Shrine
DESCRIPTION:The Mitarashi Festival is held every year in midsummer at Shimogamo Shrine. The festival is believed to have originated in the Heian period\, when aristocrats performed misogiharae purification rituals to cleanse themselves of sins and impurities at seasonal turning points. \n\n\n\nDuring the festival\, participants wade knee-deep into the sacred Mitarashi Pond in front of the Mitarashi Shrine\, light candles\, and offer prayers for good health and well-being. Even in the height of summer\, the spring-fed water remains remarkably cool—staying below 20°C—providing a refreshing and memorable experience for visitors taking part in the ritual. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShimogamo Shrine（下鴨神社）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 〒606-0807 Kyoto\, Sakyo Ward\, Shimogamo Izumikawacho\, ５９ \n\n\n\nHours : 9:00 to 20:00 \n\n\n\nAdmission : Free \n\n\n\nAccess : 10-minute walk from Demachiyanagi station on the Keihan line\, Kyoto city bus No.4 from JR Kyoto station to Shimogamo-jinja-mae Stop.
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/mitarashi-festival-at-shimogamo-shrine/
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260711T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260823T235959
DTSTAMP:20260723T082052Z
CREATED:20191107T062356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T082052Z
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SUMMARY:Kodai-ji Temple Special Night Visit in Summer
DESCRIPTION:Summer nights at Kyoto’s Kodai-ji Temple offer an unforgettable spectacle. Wander through illuminated temple halls\, tranquil gardens\, and glowing bamboo paths. Visitors can also experience dynamic projection mapping performances that seamlessly weave cutting-edge technology into a centuries-old historical backdrop. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKodai-ji Temple（高台寺）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 526 Shimokawaracho\, Higashiyama Ward\, Kyoto\, 605-0825 \n\n\n\nLit-up : 17:00 to 21:30 \n\n\n\nAdmission : 800 yen \n\n\n\nAccess : 20-minute walk from Gion Shijo station on the Keihan main line.5-minute walk from Kyoto city bus stop Higashiyama-Yasui.
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/kodai-ji-temple-special-night-visit-in-summer/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260711T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260712T235959
DTSTAMP:20260613T093115Z
CREATED:20191108T010420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T093115Z
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SUMMARY:Ikutama Shrine Summer Festival
DESCRIPTION:Visitors can enjoy a variety of performances at the shrine\, as well as numerous food stalls surrounding Ikutama Shrine. In the evening\, the festivities come alive with Shishimai (lion dance) performances and a Mikoshi (portable shrine procession). The highlight of the festival is the vibrant Makura Daiko drum procession\, featuring worshippers wearing distinctive red caps as they parade through the streets. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIkutama Shrine（生國魂神社）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess : 5-minute from Tanimachi-9chome station on the subway Tanimachi line or 10-minute walk from Uehonmachi station on the Kintetsu Osaka line \n\n\n\n JUL 11 \n\n\n\nMakura Daiko Musical performance 枕太鼓 10:00～Lion Dance performance in the shrine’s ground 獅子舞 13:30～Makura Daiko procession in the shrine’s ground 枕太鼓お練り 19:00～ \n\n\n\n JUL 12 \n\n\n\nA group of procession go around the city towards Osaka castle 陸渡御 10:30～Lion Dance procession in the shrine’s ground 獅子舞お練り 20:00〜Makura Daiko procession in the shrine’s ground 枕太鼓お練り 20:00～
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/ikutama-shrine-summer-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260707T190000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260707T210000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093430Z
CREATED:20191108T011904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T093430Z
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SUMMARY:The legend of Amanogawa Osaka
DESCRIPTION:July 7 marks the official date of the Tanabata Festival\, celebrated across Japan in honor of a romantic legend of star-crossed lovers. According to the myth\, Orihime and Hikoboshi are separated by the Milky Way and are permitted to reunite only once a year on this day. \n\n\n\nIn Osaka\, the Tenmabashi and Nakanoshima areas commemorate the occasion by recreating the Amanogawa (Milky Way) along the river. The Okawa River is illuminated with around 50\,000 floating LED light orbs\, creating a dazzling and unforgettable nighttime scene. \n\n\n\nVisitors can also join the celebrations by writing wishes on strips of paper and releasing them into the river along with prayer stars\, adding their hopes to this magical summer tradition. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 1 Tenmabashikyōmachi\, Chuo Ward\, Osaka\, 540-0032 \n\n\n\nAccess : A short walk from Tenmabashi station at the Keihan line and the subway tanimachi-line \n\n\n\nAdmission : Free
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/the-legend-of-amanogawa-osaka/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260701T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260923T235959
DTSTAMP:20260613T111152Z
CREATED:20191108T012917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T111152Z
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SUMMARY:Ukai Cormorant Fishing in Arashiyama
DESCRIPTION:Ukai is a traditional fishing method in which trained cormorants—large diving birds—are used to catch fish such as ayu (sweetfish). This centuries-old practice has a history of over 1\,300 years in Japan. \n\n\n\nIn Arashiyama\, visitors can watch the spectacular ukai demonstrations from the riverbanks or enjoy the experience from a viewing boat on the water. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n19:00 to 20:00 (SEP 18:30 to 19:30) \n\n\n\n20:00 to 21:00 (SEP 19;30 to 20:30) \n\n\n\nThey might be cancelled in the case of bad weather. \n\n\n\nAdmission : 3000 yen
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/ukai-cormorant-fishing-in-arashiyama/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260701T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260815T235959
DTSTAMP:20260613T105129Z
CREATED:20191108T013445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T105129Z
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SUMMARY:Tanabata illumination at Kibune Shrine
DESCRIPTION:Every year from July to mid-August\, Kibune Shrine is beautifully illuminated\, creating a magical summer atmosphere. \n\n\n\nThe Tanabata Festival is based on a mythical tale of star-crossed lovers. According to legend\, Orihime and Hikoboshi are separated by the Milky Way and are allowed to reunite only once a year on July 7. \n\n\n\nDuring this period\, the shrine and surrounding area glow with enchanting lights\, while bamboo stands filled with Tanabata wishes are brilliantly illuminated\, adding a dreamlike charm to the evening scenery. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKibune Shrine\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 180 Kuramakibunecho\, Sakyo Ward\, Kyoto \n\n\n\nLit-up : Sunset to 20:00 \n\n\n\nAdmission : Free \n\n\n\nAccess : 30-minute walk from Kibune-guchi station on the Eizan Dentetsu Eizan Line
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/tanabata-illumination-at-kibune-shrine/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260701T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260731T235959
DTSTAMP:20260613T105543Z
CREATED:20191110T095554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T105543Z
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SUMMARY:Kyoto Gion-matsuri Festival
DESCRIPTION:Kyoto endured a long history of natural disasters and epidemics\, and in response\, purification rituals known as goryō-e were introduced over a thousand years ago to appease the spirits and seek protection from misfortune. During a severe famine in the early Heian period\, sacred spears were gathered from across Japan\, along with portable shrines (mikoshi)\, and offered in ceremonies to honor the deities and calm disease and unrest. One of the earliest and most significant of these rituals developed into the Gion Matsuri\, first held during a devastating plague in the Heian period. \n\n\n\nToday\, the festival’s highlight is the Yamaboko Junko parade. The towering yamaboko floats are built entirely without nails\, using traditional Japanese joinery techniques. So massive that they require more than 40 people to pull them through Kyoto’s narrow streets\, each float is often described as a “moving museum\,” showcasing centuries of craftsmanship\, art\, and history. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGion Matsuri Schedule\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 1 : Opening\n\n\n\nJuly 10 : Omukae Chochin (lantern ceremony)\n\n\n\nJuly 10 and 28 : Mikoshi Arai (mikoshi shrine purification)\n\n\n\nJuly 14-16 : Yoiyama festival\n\n\n\nJuly 14-16 : Byobu Matsuri (folding screen festival)\n\n\n\nJuly 16 : Kencha Matsuri (tea ceremony festival)\n\n\n\nJuly 17 : Yamaboko Junko parade\n\n\n\nJuly 24 : Hanagasa Junko (flower umbrella and latter yamaboko parade)\n\n\n\nJuly 25 : Kyogen Performance (comic theatrical show)\n\n\n\nJuly 31 : Nagoshi-sai (summer purification ceremony and closing)\n\n\n\n\nAccess : Shijo-Karasuma area (the nearest station is Kyoto subway Shijo station.) \n\n\n\nWeb site : http://www.gionmatsuri.or.jp/foreign/en/
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/kyoto-gion-matsuri-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260630T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260702T235959
DTSTAMP:20260613T110629Z
CREATED:20191110T100614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T110629Z
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SUMMARY:Aizen-Matsuri Festival at Aizen-do Temple
DESCRIPTION:The Aizen Festival prepares for the hot summer ahead with a parade of women wearing cool and attractive yukata.\n\n\n\n　 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Aizen Matsuri (愛染祭り) is Osaka’s first major summer festival of the year. It is believed to have originated when women from the entertainment district\, dressed in yukata (summer kimono)\, visited the temple in palanquins called kago. \n\n\n\nOn the first day of the festival\, 12 selected Aizen Musume girls\, also wearing yukata\, are carried through the streets in a beautifully decorated palanquin known as hoekago\, heading toward Aizen-dō Temple amid a lively\, celebratory atmosphere. \n\n\n\nThe temple’s principal image\, Aizen Myōō\, the Buddhist deity of love\, is displayed to the public only during the New Year season and this festival. The event is further enlivened by around 300 food stalls\, adding to the festive summer spirit. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAizen-do Temple\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 5-36 Yuhigaokacho\, Tennoji Ward\, Osaka \n\n\n\nAdmission : Free \n\n\n\nHours : 10:00 to 21:00 \n\n\n\nParade : from near JR Tennoji station to the Temple from 13:00 to 15:00 on June 30th
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/aizen-matsuri-festival-at-aizen-do-temple/
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260613T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260628T235959
DTSTAMP:20260613T110107Z
CREATED:20191108T020302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T110107Z
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SUMMARY:Hydrangeas garden lit up at Mimuroto-ji
DESCRIPTION:Mimuroto-ji Temple in Uji is a peaceful retreat just outside Kyoto City. Its main garden is filled with around 10\,000 hydrangeas in shades of pink\, purple\, blue\, and white\, with a winding path that leads visitors through the blooms. \n\n\n\nIt is also one of the few places in the Kansai region where you can enjoy beautifully illuminated hydrangeas at night. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMimuroto-ji Temple\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : Shigatani-21 Todo\, Uji\, Kyoto  \n\n\n\nHours : 8:30 to 16:30 \n\n\n\nLit-up : 19:00 to 21:00 ( JUN 13 to 28 on Sat\, Sun only) \n\n\n\nAdmission : 1\,000 yen \n\n\n\nAccess : 15-minute walk from Mimurodo Station on the Keihan Uji line
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/hydrangeas-garden-lit-up-at-mimuroto-ji/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260517T110000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260517T170000
DTSTAMP:20260211T100151Z
CREATED:20230204T063555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T100151Z
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SUMMARY:Nipponbashi Street Festa/ Cosplay event
DESCRIPTION:All Cosplayers Come Together！ This will be the first time in five years. Details to be announced as soon as they are finalized.　\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe streets of Den-Den Town are closed to traffic for one of Japan’s largest cosplay events. The Nipponbashi Street Festa is every otaku’s dream—a vibrant celebration of cosplay and anime featuring colorful parades\, robot performances\, live music\, and much more. \n\n\n\nThis popular festival is a must-see for anyone interested in Japanese pop culture. More than 10\,000 cosplayers from across the country gather for this incredible event\, transforming the streets into a lively showcase of creativity and fandom. Don’t forget to bring your camera—cosplayers are always ready to strike a pose for photos! \n\n\n\n\nSee More……… \n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNipponbashi Den-den Town\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess : 1-minute walk from North A\, exit 1B of Ebisucho station on the Subway sakaisuji line\, 5-minute walk from exit 5 of  Nipponbashi station on the Kintetsu line and Subway sakaisuji Line\, Sennichimae line\, 1-minute walk from Southern entrance of the Nankai line or 5-minute walk from exit 5 of Nanba station on the Subway midosuji line. \n\n\n\nAdmission : Free \n\n\n\nOfficial HP : https://www.nippombashi.jp/festa/
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/nipponbashi-street-festa-cosplay-event/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260515T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260515T160000
DTSTAMP:20260401T102720Z
CREATED:20191110T101044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T102720Z
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SUMMARY:Aoi Matsuri Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Aoi Matsuri is one of the most important annual rituals for both Shimogamo Shrine and Kamigamo Shrine. With over 1\,400 years of continuous history\, it dates back to the Heian period and remains a cherished tradition in modern Kyoto. \n\n\n\nThe festival’s highlight is the “Roto no Gi\,” an elegant Heian-style procession featuring around 500 participants dressed in exquisite ancient court attire and traditional makeup. The parade follows an approximately 8-kilometer route through central Kyoto\, beginning at the Kyoto Imperial Palace and proceeding to Shimogamo and Kamigamo Shrines. \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAoi Matsuri Schedule\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKyoto Gosho 10:30 → Marutamachi-dori→ Kawaramachi-dori→ Shimogamo Jinja Arrive 11:40 and Depart 14:20　→ Kamigamo Jinja Arrive 15:30(Time stated above will be sometimes a little behind schedule.) \n\n\n\nSee More Detail
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/aoi-matsuri-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260501T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260505T235959
DTSTAMP:20260401T102516Z
CREATED:20191110T101438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T102516Z
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SUMMARY:Fujinomori Matsuri Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Fujinomori Matsuri (藤森祭) is held annually from May 1 to May 5 at Fujinomori Shrine. During the festival\, the shrine grounds come alive with lively food stalls\, traditional mikoshi (portable shrines) processions\, powerful Japanese drum performances\, and a vibrant samurai parade. \n\n\n\nThe highlight of the festival is the “kakeuma-shinji\,” an acrobatic horseback riding ritual with over 1\,200 years of history. Originally performed as a prayer for victory in battle and the safe return of samurai\, this thrilling spectacle features skilled riders demonstrating daring stunts atop galloping horses—an unforgettable display of tradition and bravery. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFujinomori Shrine（藤森神社）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 609 Fukakusa Toriizakicho\, Fushimi Ward\, Kyoto\, 612-0864 \n\n\n\nHours : 9:00 to 17:00 \n\n\n\nAdmission : Free \n\n\n\nAccess : 6-minute walk from Sumizome station on the Keihan line or 10-minute walk from JR sumizome station on the Nara line. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9:00 to 16:00 on MAY 5 Procession of four portable shrines and samurai parade through the towns.\n\n\n\n13:00\, and 15:00 “Kakeuma-shinji” in the shrine precincts on MAY 5.
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/fujinomori-matsuri-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260418T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260510T235959
DTSTAMP:20260401T102914Z
CREATED:20191110T105042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T102914Z
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SUMMARY:Beautiful azalea gardens at Mimuroto-ji Temple
DESCRIPTION:Mimuroto-ji Temple\, often called the “Temple of Flowers\,” is a scenic highlight in Uji. In spring\, visitors can admire around 20\,000 azaleas and 1\,000 rhododendrons in full bloom\, creating a vibrant display across its beautifully landscaped gardens. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMimuroto-ji Temple（三室戸寺）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : Shigatani-21 Todo\, Uji\, Kyoto 611-0013 \n\n\n\nHours : 08:30 to 15:40 \n\n\n\nAdmission : 1000 yen \n\n\n\nAccess : the easiest way is to take the Keihan Uji line from Chushojima to Mimurodo station. The temple is a 15-minute walk. Exit the station left\, cross the tracks and keep walking straight. \n\n\n\nBus : Alternatively\, there is the hourly 43 bus to the temple from JR Uji station or Keihan Uji station (20 minutes\, 210 yen).
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/beautiful-azalea-gardens-at-mimuroto-ji-temple/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260415T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260531T235959
DTSTAMP:20260401T103131Z
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SUMMARY:Rurikoin Spring Special Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Rurikoin Temple is open to visitors only during special seasonal viewing periods in spring\, summer\, and autumn. \n\n\n\nThe temple is renowned for its iconic view from the second floor of the Shoin building\, where colorful autumn leaves are framed by an open window. Their vivid hues are beautifully reflected on a polished black lacquer table\, creating a breathtaking scene. In spring\, the fresh green maple leaves offer an equally captivating sight. This unique reflection is known as “Yuka Momiji” (“yuka” meaning floor and “momiji” meaning maple in Japanese). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRurikoin（瑠璃光院）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 55 Kamitakano Higashiyama\, Sakyō-ku\, Kyōto-shi\, Kyōto-fu 601-1255 \n\n\n\nAccess : A short walk from Yase-Hieizan-guchi station on the Eizan main line. \n\n\n\nFrom Osaka Take the Keihan Main Line to Demachi-yanagi Station and then transfer to the Eizan Main Line. \n\n\n\nHours : 10:00 to 17:00 \n\n\n\nAdmission : 2\,000 yen (Students 1\,000 yen\, Children under 12 years old are free)
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/rurikoin-spring-special-viewing/
CATEGORIES:Events
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