Events in Saitama

Keyaki Beer Festival 2024

Sample a variety of beers from all across Japan at this boisterous festival. Cool, dry, smooth, there'll be something for everyone.

Red Spider Lily Festival

As the red Spider Lilies flower, the crowds once again gather.

Kawagoe Festival

The Kawagoe Festival is a lively event with floats carrying exquisitely crafted dolls.

Chichibu Festival and Oiran Dochu Procession

Fill up on food at this local festival in Chichibu while also feasting your eyes on a reenactment of a Japanese courtesan procession.

Halloween Night in the Forest

Take a stroll under the sprawling lights on Shinrin park on Halloween night - a bright delight without the frights.

Kawagoe International Exchange Festival

Ever wondered about how many different cultures there are to explore? Kawagoe International Exchange festival will have plenty of answers for you.

Chichibu Night Festival

Head out to Chichibu for one of Japan's biggest float festivals.

Kasukabe Hagoita Market

Visit the Hagoita Market in Kasukabe and buy yourself a hagoita.

Hatsumōde Grand Prayer Festival at Ryusenji Temple

Ring in the New Year with the traditional Japanese tradition of hatsumōde.

Iruma Air Show

Iruma Air Show is where Japan Air Self-Defence Force will show off its finest airplanes

Ashigakubo Icicles Illumination

See the illuminated icicles of Ashigakubo in Saitama and find yourself in a winter wonderland.

Kōnosu Surprise Hinamatsuri

The largest Hinamatsuri pyramid in Japan is erected in Saitama to celebrate Dolls', or Girls', Day

Kazo Citizens’ Peace Festival

Gaze at the biggest koinobori (carp streamer) in the world.

Chichibu Shibazakura Festival

Enjoy a stroll around the different shades and shapes of the shibazakura flowers as you soak in the gorgeous scenery.