Hanabi Annual fireworks displays are held in early August. Tezutsu Hanabi Hand-held fireworks. Fireworks contained in bamboo, sending flames and sparkles fifteen feet into the air, are demonstrated near the Yayoibashi Bridge on the Miyagawa River. The market for Ema is held at the Matsukura Yama hill on 9th and 10th. Obon In Buddhism, the spirits of the dead are believed to visit their families from the middle of July to August.
People make bonfires to lead the spirits to their homes.
They also visit their ancestors' graves to comfort the spirits. Bon Odori It is the festival folk dance held in the evenings during the Bon season. The stage is set in open spaces such as play grounds of schools, and Yukata-clad men and women dance in a circle until late at night. The original purpose was to welcome and console departed souls. Takayama Matsuri Takayama Autumn Festival is held on 9th and 10th.