11-November (Jyuichi-gatsu)

World Veterinary Day in Japan | Nov.23, 2023

The Japan Veterinary Medical Association will hold "2023 Animal Appreciation Day in JAPAN, "World Veterinary Day" at Ueno Onshi Park. The event will have a veterinarian experience program for kids, a horse exhibition, and stage events..

Chrysanthemum festival in Bunkyo City | Nov. 1 - 22, 2023

On the grounds of Yushima Tenmangu Shrine, various Chrysanthemum flowers will be displayed.

Fall Foliage Festival in Nagatoro | Nov. 1 - 30. 2023

Within easy access from Tokyo, Nagatoro is one of the favored spots to enjoy autumn attractions.

Tokyo Metropolitan Tourism Chrysanthemum Exhibition | Nov.1-12. 2023

Tokyo Metropolitan Tourism Chrysanthemum Exhibition will take place in Hibiya Park near Imperial Palace, a tourist spot in Tokyo. This open-air exhibition is admission free.

Doll Market at Nihonbashi Ningyocho Town | Nov. 2 - 4. 2023

Ningyocho (doll town) in Nihonbashi is a commercial and cultural district with a 400-year history back to the Edo period, flourished with Kabuki theaters and Japanese puppet shows. During the Ningyouichi doll market, many stalls line along Ningyocho Street.

Gyoza Festival in Utsunomiya, Tochigi | Nov. 3 - 5. 2023

Utsunomiya is known for Gyoza. During this local food festival, Gyoza stalls will line up in Utsunomiya Joushi Park, where various types of Gyoza are served at reasonable prices.

Katsushika International Friendship Festival | Nov. 19, 2023

A local event held in Katsushika City, Tokyo. This cultural exchange event gives visitors opportunities to have multicultural experiences.

Mashiko Autumn Pottery Market (Toukiichi) | Nov. 3 - 6. 2023

More than 500 pottery stalls will take place at this market and sell various types of potteries; teacups, rice bowls and Ramen bowls, designed in a traditional or modern Japanese style. Walking around the market to find your favourite will be fun.

Horseback Archery Festival in Moroyama town | Nov. 3, 2023

With a history of over 950 years, boys aged 15 years old take part in this traditional ceremony and challenge arrow shooting on horse back.

Hakone Daimyo Gyoretsu (Samurai Parade) | Nov. 3. 2023

Located in Hakone, Hakone-yumoto is an Onsen hot spring resort town with a long history. This event is a parade to re-enact the Daimyo Gyoretsu, the feudal lord's procession done in the Edo Period over 265 years.

CZECH Festival | Nov. 3 - 5, 2023

The Czech Festival is one of the biggest events showcasing the Czech Republic in Central Europe. There will be booths set up where you can indulge in some delicious Czech food and drinks. Czech music concerts will also be on stage.

Tokyo International Pen Show | Nov. 3 - 5, 2023

Featuring writing and drawing instruments, the manufacturers, shops, and individual creators gather to showcase and sell their unique products, ink, and paper..

Kitamoto Night Festival (Nebuta Festival) | Nov. 4, 2023

The largest Nebuta festival held in the Kanto area of Japan (Greater Tokyo). People parade with colorfully pictured large paper lanterns

Dream Yosacoy Dance Festival | Nov.4 - 5. 2023

The Dream Yosacoy Festival is one of the largest street dance festivals held in Tokyo, featuring around 6,000 dancers in about 80 teams, some 500,000 people come to see the dynamic performances.

Le Tour de France SAITAMA CRITERIUM | Nov. 5. 2023

The race is set on the 3.5km closed circuit in the middle of Saitama city. Top international riders who have won Le Tour de France classifications and leading Japanese riders will join this competition.

Fire Walking at Akiba-jinja Shrine | Nov. 6, 2023

Worshipers walk barefoot over hot coals to pray for good health and protection from fire.

The World Yuru-chara Awards | Nov. 11 and 12 2023

Yuru-chara or local mascots created across Japan and some other countries, will gather at Hanyu City in Saitama prefecture to compete for the award as the most popular Yuru-chara

Fall Foliage Festival at Naritasan Temple Garden | Nov.11-26, 2023

The Naritasan Temple is known for its beautiful Japanese garden with seasonally blooming trees and flowers. In autumn, the 165,000-square-meter garden is covered with colorful fall leaves.

Torinoichi Market at Otori-jinja Shrines | Nov. 11 & 23, 2023

Torinoichi Fair 酉の市 is an open-air market selling lucky charms called Kumade. It's been said that the Kumade bring people good fortunes and protect from misfortunes.

Oshijo Castle Jidai Festival | Nov. 12. 2023

Held at the park of Oshijo 忍城, a small but historic castle in Gyoda city, features a parade of people in samurai warrior costumes. The highlight is the performance of harquebusiers.