#JapaneseFestival

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

June 24: “Omitasai” – The History and Essence of Japan’s Great Rice Planting Festival

Explore the history and cultural significance of Omitasai, one of Japan's top three rice planting festivals held every June 24th at Izawanomiya. Discover the deep roots of Shinto and Japanese traditions.
2026.06.24
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

October 7th: What is “Nagasaki Kunchi”? A Dazzling Festival Where Cultures Bloom

Discover Nagasaki Kunchi, the 400-year-old Japanese festival on October 7th, where Chinese dragons, Dutch ships, and Japanese traditions fuse. Explore the unique "Wa, Ka, Ran" culture of Nagasaki's former gateway to the world. A must-see cultural event!
2025.10.07
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
Japanese Culture

🔥 Calling Back the Light — How Japanese Festivals Embody Prayer

Discover how Japanese festivals blend prayer, tradition, and transience. Explore the spiritual essence of matsuri—from sacred rituals to fireworks that echo ancestral devotion.
2025.07.18
Japanese Culture