Matsuri Atlas

Experience Authentic Japanese Festivals

Immerse yourself in centuries-old traditions with guided festival experiences, Bon Odori workshops, and cultural tours across Japan.

Traditional Japanese festival with lanterns

Why Choose Matsuri Atlas

Expert Local Guides

Our guides are festival specialists with deep knowledge of regional traditions and cultural significance.

Exclusive Access

Gain special access to shrine ceremonies, backstage preparations, and participant-only events.

Curated Itineraries

Thoughtfully planned schedules that combine major events with hidden local celebrations.

How It Works

1

Choose Your Festival

Browse our calendar of festivals by season, region, or type. From Gion Matsuri to local harvest celebrations.

2

Select Experience Level

Pick from observer tours, hands-on workshops, or full participant experiences with traditional costumes.

3

Join the Celebration

Meet your guide, receive cultural briefing, and immerse yourself in authentic Japanese festival traditions.

Featured Festival Experiences

Bon Odori dance workshop

Bon Odori Workshop

Learn traditional summer festival dances from local masters. Includes yukata rental and participation in evening festivities.

From ¥12,000
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Shrine procession tour

Mikoshi Procession Tour

Join the sacred portable shrine procession through historic streets. Experience the energy and spiritual significance firsthand.

From ¥18,000
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Night festival experience

Lantern Festival Night

Explore enchanting paper lantern festivals with guided evening tours. Includes lantern-making workshop and festival food tour.

From ¥15,000
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Festival Calendar

Spring (March - May)

  • Hinamatsuri - Doll Festival
  • Hanami Celebrations
  • Sanja Matsuri - Tokyo
  • Takayama Spring Festival

Summer (June - August)

  • Gion Matsuri - Kyoto
  • Tenjin Matsuri - Osaka
  • Nebuta Matsuri - Aomori
  • Obon Festival Season

Autumn (September - November)

  • Kishiwada Danjiri
  • Nagasaki Kunchi
  • Jidai Matsuri - Kyoto
  • Karatsu Kunchi

Winter (December - February)

  • Namahage Festival
  • Sapporo Snow Festival
  • Setsubun Celebrations
  • Yokote Kamakura

Explore by Region

Kyoto temples

Kansai

Kyoto, Osaka, Nara - Home to Japan's most iconic festivals

Tokyo skyline

Kanto

Tokyo and surroundings - Urban festivals with historic roots

Rural Japan landscape

Tohoku

Northern Honshu - Spectacular summer festivals and traditions

Learn Festival Traditions

Our cultural education programs go beyond simple tourism. Understand the spiritual significance, historical context, and community bonds that make Japanese festivals unique.

  • Pre-festival cultural briefings
  • Hands-on craft workshops
  • Traditional music and dance lessons
  • Shrine etiquette guidance
  • Festival food culture exploration
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Traditional Japanese drum performance
Festival organization

For Festival Organizers

We partner with local communities and shrine organizations to bring international visitors while respecting traditions and supporting local economies.

  • Visitor management coordination
  • Cultural interpretation services
  • Revenue sharing programs
  • Sustainable tourism practices
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Contact Us

Location

3-12-8 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku
Tokyo 103-0027, Japan

Japanese festival atmosphere