In a mountain town, schoolboys in traditional loincloths keep up a 300-year tradition. The hadaka matsuri festivals, rooted in Shinto tradition, take place to bring purification, luck and prosperity.

In addition to cherry blossom viewing, Japan's Golden Week offers a wealth of festivals and events to experience. One of the highlights is the Tendo Sakura Matsuri in Yamagata Prefecture, which ...

Held annually on 30 August in Daisen City, Akita Prefecture, the Omagari Fireworks Festival is recognised as one of the most prestigious fireworks festivals in Japan.