List of Seasonal Events in Japan in September 2024
- +0 27
-
-
September in Japan marks the start of the autumn season which is still quite warm and gradually decreases until autumn with milder temperature drops and more tolerable humidity levels. And with most Japanese returning to work and school many places have fewer people and visitors. By taking advantage of the cooler weather visiting Japan in September is one of the best times.
You can enjoy many events this month even though the big events of the previous month have just ended and there are no major events this month. However, the Silver Week is held in September in Japan. From summer to autumn there are various events still related to summer such as festivals, fireworks, and traditional annual events to celebrate the beginning of autumn.
In this article, you can read about the major exciting events in Japan this September 2024 that contain details such as places, dates, and other related information about the events which will help you decide where to go to events that you may be interested in. And if you want to travel to Japan, September is the perfect time to visit with fewer tourists compared to the peak season you can enjoy exploring Japan more. Here is our list of events and festivals held in Japan in September 2024.
*Please note that this article contains affiliate links.
This fall, byFood offers travelers exclusive rewards and an exciting giveaway. One lucky winner will enjoy a Mt. Fuji helicopter tour for two, showcasing stunning autumn views paired with an unforgettable dining experience. Plus, participants can join the Autumn Leaf Quest, collecting digital momiji (Japanese maple leaf) pieces for special prizes. Bookings made from September 9 to November 30 qualify, with all participants enjoying up to a 10% discount on food and dining experiences. Don’t miss your chance to elevate your autumn travels with byFood!
<<Check out details about ByFood Autumn Campaign HERE>>
. . .
1. Sumo Grand Tournament in Tokyo
Sumo (相撲) was originated in Japan; it’s a Japanese style of wrestling and considered Japan’s National Sport. Japan is the only country where it is practiced professionally. Even now, the Sumo sport has ritual elements included such as the use of salt purification from Shinto.
This September, a Grand Sumo Tournament will be held in Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo from September 8 to 22, 2024.
Genre: Tournament
Location: Ryogoku Kokugikan
Dates: September 8 to 22, 2024
Website: https://www.sumo.or.jp/En/
<<Book your tickets here for Sumo Watching Tour>>
 Access |
1 minute from RYOGOKU STATION. |
|---|
2. Early Autumn Leaves
In Japan, the early arrival of autumn leaves is extraordinary and many await. And one of the most famous places in Japan to have colorful autumn leaves early is the Hokkaido region which is known for its cold climate and earlier arrival of winter that causes the trees to change color early. And here are some places in Hokkaido that have early autumn leaves in the month of September.
Genre: Hokkaido Early Autumn Leaves
Location: Mt.Asahi or Asahidake (Hokkaido)
Dates: Mid to Late September
Website: https://www.asahidake-vc-2291.jp/foreign/
Genre: Hokkaido Early Autumn Leaves
Location: Blue Pond Biei Town (Hokkaido)
Dates: Late September to early October
Website: https://www.biei-hokkaido.jp/en/
For more information about the early autumn leaves in Japan, check out the following article!
▶︎5 Best Autumn Leaves Spots in Hokkaido
3. Music Festival (Tokyo, Ibaraki)
-Ultra Japan is an electronic dance music festival that represents well-known DJs from different countries and is an event that is held in other places in the world. This September 14 and 15, it will be held in Odaiba Tokyo.
-The Rock in Japan Festival is one of the largest music festival events held annually during summer. The 2024 Rock Festival will be held in two different places first will be at Soga Sports Park in Chiba on the 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th, and 12th of August. While in September it will be held at Hitachi Seaside Park in Ibaraki on the 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, and 23rd of September. It features lively performances of rock and pop artists from Japan and internationally. Various activities can also be enjoyed, with shops and food stalls scattered around.
Genre: Ultra Japan
Location: Tokyo Odaiba Ultra Park
Dates: September 14 and 15, 2024
Website: https://ultrajapan.com/ja
Genre: Rock in Japan Festival
Location: Soga Sport Park (Chiba), Hitachi Seaside Park (Ibaraki)
Dates: 3,4,10,11 and 12 August 2024 (Chiba) /14, 15, 21, 22 and 23 September 2024 (Ibaraki)
Website: https://rijfes.jp/
For more information about this event, check out the following articles!
▶︎ULTRA JAPAN 2024: Japan’s Biggest EDM Festival
▶︎Best Music Festivals in Japan 2024
4. Naked Exhibitions (Nagoya, Tokyo)
The Naked Exhibitions are digital art exhibitions that feature various events using modern technology, colorful lighting, displays, and art to make them realistic.
Genre: Godzilla Attacks Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER!
Location: Nagoya, Mirai Tower
Dates: June 20 to September 23, 2024
Website: https://naked.co.jp/en/works/22357/
Genre: Naked Fireworks (Hanabi) Aquarium 2024
Location: Aqua Park Shinagawa
Dates: July 13 to September 8, 2024
Website: https://www.aqua-park.jp/special/hanabiaquarium2024/en_index.html
For more information about, Naked Exhibitions in Japan, check out the articles below!
5. Halloween at Universal Studios Japan (Osaka)
Halloween at Universal Studios Japan is a fun and thrilling experience that visitors look forward to every year. The visitors can travel to haunted houses full of scares. And this 2024 the Halloween event titled HAHAHA Halloween Party and Halloween Horror Night will be held from September.
Genre: HAHAHA Halloween Party
Location: Universal Studio Japan (OSAKA)
Dates: September 5 to November 4, 2024
Website: https://www.usj.co.jp/web/en/us/events/halloween-2024/hahaha-halloween-party-2024
Genre: Halloween Horror Night
Location: Universal Studio Japan (OSAKA)
Dates: September 6 to November 4, 2024
Website: https://www.usj.co.jp/web/en/us/events/halloween-2024/halloween-horror-nights-2024
For more information about this event, check out the following article!
▶︎Universal Studios Japan Halloween 2024
6. Disney Reach for the Stars (New Night Show)
The Reach for the Stars is a new program at Tokyo Disneyland starting on the 20th of September. A new night show offering a magical experience using advanced technology, fireworks, projections, and famous Disney songs.
Genre: New Program
Location: Tokyo Disneyland
Dates: Starting September 20, 2024
Website: https://www.tokyodisneyresort.jp/treasure/newnightshow/
Buy ticket ▶︎ Tokyo Disneyland and Disney Sea Tickets
| Access |
6 minutes walk from Maihama Station. |
|---|
For more travel tips about Tokyo Disney Resort, Check out the following articles.
▶︎Tokyo Disneyland Guide: Best Things to Do
▶︎Tokyo DisneySea Guide: Best Things to Do
7. Beer Festival (Tokyo, Osaka)
Beer festivals are a part of summer in Japan and a well-known summertime event. It’s so refreshing and relaxing to drink a cold beer in the hot weather after a busy day at work. various establishments across Japan are offering beer-related events.
Genre: Oktober Fest
Location: Shiba Park (Tokyo)
Dates: September 13 to 24, 2024
Website: https://www.oktober-fest.jp/
Genre: Suntory Building Rooftop Beer Garden
Location: Rooftop of Suntory Building
Dates: April 26 to September 22, 2024
Website: https://www.dynac-japan.com/shop/beergarden/dojima/
Genre: Yokohama Oktober Fest
Location: Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse
Dates: September 27 to October 14, 2024
Website: https://www.yokohama-akarenga.jp/event/detail/1051
For more information about beer gardens/festivals in Japan, check out the following articles!
▶︎Best Beer Gardens in Tokyo 2024
▶︎5 Best Beer Gardens in Osaka 2024
8. Summer/Night Pool Events (Tokyo, Osaka, Nagasaki)
The garden pool and night pool give a relaxing summer experience. It is one of the good places to enjoy summer with family and friends it’s not crowded and has a good ambiance.
Genre: New Otani Hotel Pools
Location: Tokyo, Osaka, Makuhari
Dates: July 6 to September 16, 2024
Website: https://www.newotani.co.jp/en/group/pools/
Genre: Water Garden Pool at Huis Ten Bosch
Location: Huis Ten Bosch, Nagasaki
Dates: July 5 to September 8, 2024
Website: https://english.huistenbosch.co.jp/event/summer/pool/
For more information about the night pool events, check out the article below!
▶︎Best Night Pools in Tokyo 2024 Summer
9. Forest Movie Festival
The Forest Movie Festival started in 2014 and is held as Japan’s first outdoor movie festival while changing the outlook and location every year. This year world of view is “Overlapping” held in Velga Hokuto Yamanashi Prefecture from the 23rd to the 24th of September.
Genre: Festival
Location: Velga Hokuto (Yamanashi Prefecture)
Dates: September 21 to 22, 2024
Website: https://forest-movie-festival.jp/
10. Fuji Motosuko Rainbow Flower Fes (Yamanashi)
The Fuji Motosuko Rainbow Flower Festival is an amazing event of nature and the beauty of flowers. It will be held at Fuji Motosuko Resort where you can enjoy pleasant weather and flowers. During this season the place becomes a colorful paradise of flowers that show different colors and shapes and there are more than 15 types of flower colors here.
Genre: Flower Festival
Location: Fujimotosuko Resort (Yamanashi Prefecture)
Dates: August 31 to October 14, 2024
Website: https://www.fujimotosuko-resort.jp/flower/rainbowflower/
| Access |
58 minutes from Fujinomiya Station. (Shin-Fuji Station-Mt.Fuji Station). |
|---|
11. Character Cafe Collaborations
A special event featuring a characters-themed cafe, offering a menu and exclusive merchandise inspired by the characters available only for a limited time.
Genre: Detective Conan 30th Anniversary Cafe in Japan 2024
Location: Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Hakata, Miyagi and Hokkaido.
Dates: July 26 to September 29, 2024 (Depending on Locations)
Website: https://30th.conan-cafe.jp/
Genre: Pokemon x PRONTO Collaboration in 2024 Summer
Location: Nationwide (Pronto Shops)
Dates: July 11 to September 16, 2024
Website: https://www.pronto.co.jp/special/Pokemon2024_Website.html
For more information about these events, check out the following articles!
▶︎Detective Conan 30th Anniversary Cafe in Japan 2024
▶︎Pokemon x PRONTO Collaboration in 2024 Summer
. . .
▽Subscribe to our free news magazine!▽
For more information about traveling and living in Japan, check these articles below!
▽Related Articles▽
▼Editor’s Picks▼
Written by
Greetings to all mommies I am a supermom from Philippines. Previously, I worked and lived in Dubai for seven years, until 2015 the year I moved in Japan. Currently, I am happily settled here with my Japanese husband and our 7 months old baby. I could only describe my almost 6 years of living here as a roller coaster ride more so, after I gave birth to my son. Japan had changed me in ways unimaginable. It has influence my lifestyle, my perceptions and beliefs. I was able to witness firsthand the pros and cons of living in the country. From their language, culture and ethnicity, the people, place and in work. Those years were enough to give me quite personal and memorable experiences which I would be more than delighted to share with you.
- +0 27
-
-