A traditional festival at Imamiya Ebisu Shrine where participants pray for good luck and prosperity in the new year.

One of the six annual sumo tournaments held in Japan, usually in mid-January.

A light festival in Osaka Castle Park featuring illuminated displays and projections.

A water-drawing ritual at Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine, one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Japan.

Many parks and gardens in Osaka, such as Osaka Castle Park and Kema Sakuranomiya Park, are popular spots for hanami (flower viewing) during the cherry blossom season.

A festival celebrating traditional Japanese papermaking in Kurotani Village, located in northern Kyoto but easily accessible from Osaka.

An annual film festival showcasing Asian cinema in various venues across Osaka.

One of Japan's three biggest festivals, featuring a colorful procession of boats on the Okawa River and a fireworks display.

A large fireworks display along the Yodogawa River in Osaka.

A car show featuring custom and modified vehicles at Intex Osaka convention center.

A food festival celebrating the city's famous octopus balls, held at various locations across Osaka.

A lively festival in Kishiwada City, just south of Osaka, featuring traditional danjiri floats being pulled through the streets.

An annual marathon race that takes runners through the city's streets and landmarks.