On the Atomic Bomb Memorial Day in Hiroshima the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony is held each year on August 6th, the anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park.
Akita Kantō Festival 秋田竿燈祭り あきたかんとうまつり
The Akita Kanto Festival is said to have its origin as a Star Festival event in the Edo period designed to drive away the sleepiness during midsummer and evil spirits. It has been passed down from the townsmen living below Akita’s Kubota Castle.
Water Day 水の日 みずのひ
Water day in Japan is on August 1st at the beginning of summer vacation by the Japanese government to promote learning about and appreciating water resources.
River Opening 川開き かわびらき
“River Opening” celebrate the beginning of the cool breeze from the river that cools things down in summertime and also serve as water god festivals.
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