Atsuta Festival (熱田まつり）
Time: June 5
Prefecture: Nagoya
Location: Atsuta Shrine

Among the approximately 70 festivals held each year at Atsuta Shrine, the Atsuta Festival (Atsuta Matsuri or Shobu-sai) stands out as the largest and most significant. Occurring every June 5th, it marks the arrival of summer. In Japan, summer is synonymous with festivals and fireworks, making this event a vibrant start to the season.