There are a handful of huge festivals and national traditions that are celebrated all across Japan each year.

Cherry blossom vewing, or 'hanami,' has a long tradition in Japan. Today people head out in droves to picnic beneath the blooming cherry trees, while more than a millennium ago, members of the royal court composed poetry just for cherry blossom viewing!

Established in 1948, Seijin no Hi (Coming of Age Day) is dedicated to those who have reached 20 years of age and are therefore considered adults in Japanese society.

Japan is famous for its wide variety of festivals, and one of the Top 3 is the Tenjin festival in Osaka. Between dances and river parades, this summer event has it all. Check it out and plan your next visit!

Pray for good luck in business at this huge midnight market festival in November.

See impressive floats maneuvered below winter fireworks in Saitama in December.

Fukuoka locals show their appreciation to the powers above at this goopy harvest festival.

A game played by royals 1,400 years ago, held at this nature-rich shrine in Nara. Japan's football starts here!