10-October (Jyu-gatsu)
Oeshiki Festival at Kuonji Temple in Mt. Minobusan | Oct. 11 - 13, 2026
The Oeshiki is a Buddhist memorial service on the anniversary of the holy priest Nichiren’s death. In Japan, there are many temples associated with Nichiren, and it has been said the Kuonji is the head temple.
Oeshiki Festival at Ikegami Honmonji Temple | Oct.11-13
Oeshiki is a Buddhist memorial service held on the anniversary of the holy priest Nichiren’s death.
Yabusame Horseback Archery at Takadanobaba Oct.12, 2026
Yabusame is the art of shooting arrows on horseback, performed as a traditional ceremony that derives from horse riding exercises for Samurai warriors.
Oeshiki Festival at Kishibojin Temple
Oct. 16-18.
The Oeshiki is a Buddhist memorial service on the anniversary of the holy priest Nichiren’s death and is also a festival dedicated to the goddess Kishibojin (Hariti). During the Oeshiki many food stalls line around the temple and thousands of people parade on the streets there.
Toshogu Shrine Autumn Festival in Nikko
Oct. 16 - 17
One of the biggest festivals in the historic area of Nikko is held at the Nikko Toshogu Shrine.
SANCHA DE DAIDOGEI in Setagaya
Oct. 17 and 18. 2026
Sangenjaya City will turn into Art Town! This is an art event where street performers, locals, volunteers, and visitors can enjoy themselves as one.
Sumida street jazz festival
Oct. 17 and 18,. 2026
Get the groove on the street. Sumida City, a town of music in Tokyo, has held this annual music event for over ten years, supported by people in the town and volunteers. Don’t miss the Beer & Gibier food event that will also take place there..
Tokyo Market Meat Festival
Oct. 17 - 18, 2026
This food festival will take place at Tokyo Meat Market in Shinagawa, Tokyo.
Kawagoe Festival
Oct. 17 - 18, 2026
A two-day festival that will transport you back in time to the traditional aesthetic streets of Edo-period Japan
Nihonbashi Bettara Market Oct. 19. & 20
The Bettara-ich is a traditional street market that takes place annually on October 19th and 20th, centering around the Takarada Ebisu Shrine in Nihonbashi, Tokyo.
AUTUMN GINZA
mid. October
A lineup of events to experience the tradition and the culture of Ginza: an open-air tea ceremony, the Diners Club’s Ginza Restaurant Week, and walking tours to visit temples and shrines in Ginza.
TASTE of TOKYO Ajiwai Festa 2026
Oct. 23 - 25,. 2026
Come and enjoy fresh, quality food from Tokyo. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government will hold this event to discover the diverse charms of "agriculture" and "food" in Tokyo through tasting and experiencing dishes prepared by world-class restaurants and chefs.
North Japan Culture Fest in Nakano City, Tokyo
Oct. 24 - 25, 2026
This event celebrates the friendship between the Tohoku prefectures and Nakano City in Tokyo. It features a variety of special foods and promotes tourism, culture, and other attractions from each Tohoku prefecture as well as Nakano.
JAPAN TEA EXPO 2026
Oct. 24 and 25, 2026
Discover the tea cultures from around the world. Here, tradition meets innovation, creating an unparalleled tea experience for tea lovers..
Maple Leaf Festival in Komoro
Oct. 24 - Nov. 23, 2026
Komoro Castle Park (Kaikoen), the former castle site of Komoro city, is one of the best places to enjoy autumn leaves in Nagano Prefecture. The former Komoro castle site has been selected as one of the best 100 castles in Japan.
Tokyo International Film Festival
Oct.26 - Nov.4. 2026
The Only FIAPF-Accredited International Film Festival in Japan
Izu Shirahama-jinja Shrine Festival Oct. 28-30
Shirahama-jinja, the oldest shrine in the Izu region, holds a traditional festival annually. The three-day festival features various events, including bonfires and fireworks dedicated to the gods of the seven Izu islands.
Kiku Flower (Chrysanthemum) Festival at Takahatafudo Temple
Oct. 28 - Nov.17. 2026
Takahata-fudo Temple annually holds various flower festivals. This flower festival of Kiku, or chrysanthemum, is the largest in the Tama area of Tokyo, displaying many different types of Kiku flowers.
Asagaya Jazz Street Festival
Oct. 30 and 31. 2026
Asagaya town in Suginami cCityhas held this friendly, local music event since 1995.
Anime Car (Itasha) Showcase
Nov 8, 2026
Itasha lovers will come together to display their special one and only anime-themed vehicles.
Mashiko Autumn Pottery Market (Toukiichi) Oct. 31 - Nov. 3, 2026
More than 500 pottery stalls will take place at this market and sell various types of pottery: teacups, rice bowls, and Ramen bowls, designed in a traditional or modern Japanese style. Walking around the market to find your favorite will be fun.
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