What are the main events held across the country in June?

Events such as the Biko Kokufu Festival (Hiroshima), Ibusuki Hula Festival (Kagoshima), Komachi Festival (Akita), Shinshu Hota Firefly Festival (Nagano), and Aizen Festival (Osaka) are introduced.

When is the Shinshu Hota Firefly Festival held?

It is held from June 13 to June 21.

What are the features of the Biko Kokufu Festival?

Parades and dance carnivals are held, and the highlight is the impressive hand-held fireworks.

Does the Aizen Festival have another name?

It is also known as the 'Yukata Festival'.

What does the Ibusuki Hula Festival entail?

It features stages by hula enthusiasts, street hula, workshops, and allows you to enjoy a Hawaiian atmosphere.

[JAPAN 47 GO Selection] June Nationwide Event Information

Published May 25, 2026 7:08 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 12:04 AM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

JAPAN 47 GO has released its event information guide for June, covering regional festivals and providing route planning and crowd forecasting services.

◆ Highlighted Regional Events ◆

You can also check crowd forecasts and route planning to your destination.

[Fuchu City, Hiroshima Prefecture] Bingo Kokufu Festival (June 6) Celebrating the historical site of the Bingo Kokufu, this festival features a grand parade, a dance carnival, and impressive hand-held fireworks (tezutsu hanabi).

[Ibusuki City, Kagoshima Prefecture] 22nd Ibusuki Hula Festival (June 11–14) Tropical Ibusuki will be filled with a Hawaiian atmosphere. The event includes hula stages, street hula performances, and workshops.

[Yuzawa City, Akita Prefecture] Komachi Festival (June 13) Held in the birthplace of Ono no Komachi to commemorate her, this festival features a recitation of waka poetry by the seven 'Komachi girls' selected each year.

[Tatsuno Town, Kamiina District, Nagano Prefecture] Shinshu Tatsuno Firefly Festival (June 13–21) A cherished early summer tradition where visitors can view one of Japan's most spectacular displays of wild fireflies at the Tatsuno Firefly Children's Song Park.

[Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture] Aizen Festival (June 30 – July 2) Also known as the 'Yukata Festival,' this event features local 'Aizen girls' in yukata riding in traditional palanquins through the streets.

◆ Event Calendar (Events from June 1 to June 30) ◆

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Source: PR TIMES
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Dates in source: 6/1 / 6/6

[JAPAN 47 GO Selection] June Nationwide Event Information

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