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Upcoming festivals, feast days, and pilgrimages at sacred sites worldwide. Filter by tradition, country, or type, and add any observance to your calendar.
July 2026
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Hozuki-ichi (Ground Cherry Market)
FestivalJul 9 – Fri, Jul 10, 2026
Sensō-ji (浅草寺)· Japan · Buddhism
A summer market at Senso-ji where around 120 stalls sell potted hozuki (Japanese lantern plants), coinciding with Shiman-rokusen-nichi, when a single visit on July 10 is believed to grant the merit of 46,000 days of worship. Held on the fixed dates July 9-10.
January 2027
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Hatsumode (New Year Visit)
ObservanceJan 1 – Sun, Jan 3, 2027
Sensō-ji (浅草寺)· Japan · Buddhism
Hatsumode is the first temple visit of the New Year; Senso-ji is one of Tokyo's most visited destinations, drawing millions over the first days of January. Held on the fixed dates January 1-3.
July 2027
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Hozuki-ichi (Ground Cherry Market)
FestivalJul 9 – Sat, Jul 10, 2027
Sensō-ji (浅草寺)· Japan · Buddhism
A summer market at Senso-ji where around 120 stalls sell potted hozuki (Japanese lantern plants), coinciding with Shiman-rokusen-nichi, when a single visit on July 10 is believed to grant the merit of 46,000 days of worship. Held on the fixed dates July 9-10.