Festival

Fuji Rock Festival draws strong crowds as organisers expand food and family offerings Fuji Rock Festival sees surge in attendance driven by new food options and family-focused measures at Naeba …

Tokyo fireworks festivals 2026: complete schedule, highlights and tips for seeing the shows Complete guide to Tokyo fireworks festivals 2026 — dates, top displays, travel tips and ticket advice for …

Sumida River Fireworks Festival 2026: Complete guide to watching Tokyo’s July 25 spectacular Sumida River Fireworks Festival 2026 draws one million spectators to Tokyo’s riverside; plan for July 25, 2026 …

Alibaba Deploys AI at 618 Shopping Festival to Boost Sales Alibaba deploys AI features like automated bargain-hunting and personalized prompts at the 618 shopping festival to counter weak consumer spending …

Citta’ Matsuri Festival Returns to Kawasaki June 19–21 with Mikoshi, DJs and AKB48 Citta’ Matsuri Festival returns to Kawasaki June 19–21, 2026, bringing traditional mikoshi processions, international performances, a large …

Cannes Film Festival 2026: Asian films shine as producers push co‑production and wider distribution rights At Cannes Film Festival 2026, Asian filmmakers led by Japanese directors drew attention both on …

Otaku Pop Fest debuts in Metro Manila, drawing thousands of anime fans Thousands flocked to CyberE’s first Otaku Pop Fest in Metro Manila on April 25, celebrating Japanese anime, cosplay …

Horse Runs into Spectators at Soma Nomaoi; Three Hospitalized Three people were taken to hospital after a horse bolted from the course at the Soma Nomaoi festival on May 24, …

University of Tokyo May Festival Canceled After Bomb Threat Over Lecture by Sanseitō Speaker A bomb threat forced the University of Tokyo May Festival cancellation on May 16, 2026, after …