International Animation Festival 2012
August 23rd~27th marked the 14th biennial international animation festival at Aster Plaza, just down the road from the Peace park.
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Hozuki Matsuri
On the 3rd weekend of July each year, a festival is held in celebration of the mysteriously beautiful “Hozuki” red
Read moreTōkasan Yukata Festival 2012
We had fantastic weather for the Tōkasan Festival this year. The crowds were out in force as usual, many of
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Kinsai YOSAKOI Dance Parade
The final day of Hiroshima’s annual Flower Festival is all about Yosakoi. Whether you are interested in Japanese dance or
Read moreSkate World at the Flower Festival
The Flower Festival tends to be rather corporate and although there is a lot of music on offer from the
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Miyajima kaki-matsuri Oyster Festival
Miyajima’s oyster festival is held every year, over two days on the second weekend in February.
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Mid-winter swim in front of the A-bomb Dome
Every year on Seijin no hi (Coming Of Age Day), a group of swimmers between the ages of 7 and
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Dezome-shiki New Year Firefighter’s Parade
Firefighter parades are held all over Japan at the beginning of January. The purpose is to pray for a fire-free
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Hiroshima Dreamination
Kiddie and couples’ delight or a triumph of tack over taste? Join the crowds and you be the judge.
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Yokogawa Fushigi-ichi Cosplay Wonder Carnival
Located only a few minutes by train from Hiroshima Station, Yokogawa is a fun place to visit, especially during its
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