トマトフェスティバルが海外の人気イベントランキングで高い順位を占めています。他にも有名なカーニバルや台湾のランタンフェスティバルなど、様々な国でさまざまなお祭りが開催されています。これらの祭りは、その国の文化や伝統を楽しむ機会であり、海外旅行の魅力的な目的地としても人気です。一生に一度の体験として、有名なお祭りに参加したり鑑賞したりするためには、チケットの事前購入が必要な場合もあるので、計画を進める際には注意が必要です。
Is the Tomato Festival also included in the list along with the famous carnivals?
From large-scale festivals to one-time events, there is a wide variety of festivals overseas. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy the differences in culture with Japan, and many people choose it as the purpose of their overseas travels. However, some famous festivals may require ticket purchases to participate or watch, so it’s important to consider in advance. Knowing which festivals are held in which countries, when, and what kind of festivals they are can be helpful when considering overseas travel.
Ranking of Overseas Festivals You Want to Go To
Carnivals (festivals held before Lent) take the top 2 spots, with “Rio Carnival (Brazil)” in 1st place (20.3%) and “Venice Carnival (Italy)” in 2nd place (15.5%). The results show that…
On the other hand, when analyzing the popularity of overseas festivals (for those who have some knowledge of what kind of festivals they are), the top spot went to “Tomato Festival (Spain)” (51.2%), with “Tomato Festival (Spain)” coming in 3rd. The 1st place was “Orange Festival (Spain)” (23.1%), indicating the high awareness of festivals where vegetables and fruits are thrown.
For those who have participated in overseas festivals, the 1st place was “Venice Carnival (Italy)” (8.3%). 3rd place was “Military Tattoo (UK)” (5.5%), followed by “Flower Parade (Netherlands)” and “Tomato Festival (Spain)” (both at 4.1%), with “Patras Carnival (Greece)” coming in 6th place (3.7%), among other festivals that did not rank high in other rankings but still scored well.
Here, we introduce the top 10 overseas festivals from 1st to 10th place.
1st Place: Rio Carnival (Brazil)
Held over approximately one week from February to March every year, the world’s largest festival, “Rio Carnival.” Dancers in colorful costumes play rhythms like samba and put on a grand parade known as the “world’s largest show.” In the main venue at Sambódromo, contests are also held, and tickets are required for viewing. Many voices have been raised saying they want to experience the local atmosphere as a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
2nd Place: Venice Carnival (Italy)
The “Venice Carnival” is held in Venice, famous for its beautiful canals, for approximately two weeks around February every year. The festival features masquerade balls and water parades, with large crowds of people wearing masks and face paint. Tourists can prepare colorful costumes and masks in advance or simply buy and wear masks on-site to create a sense of unity.
3rd Place: Tomato Festival (Spain)
The Tomato Festival is an unusual festival where people throw tomatoes at each other or wear tomatoes. It is said to have originated from young people throwing tomatoes at each other in a fight and is not a celebration of anything special. It is celebrated once a year on the last Wednesday in August in the town of Buñol, Spain. Participation is limited, and tickets must be purchased in advance.
4th Place: Taiwan Lantern Festival (Taiwan)
The Taiwan Lantern Festival is a festival celebrating the Lunar New Year in Taiwan, held for about a month from February to March every year. The location and theme vary each year, with highlights including “Main Lanterns,” giant lanterns, and countless lanterns displayed in the venue. It’s also charming to watch various performances and enjoy Taiwanese cuisine at numerous stalls.
5th Place: Orange Festival (Italy)
The “Orange Festival” is also known as the “Battle of the Oranges” in Italian as “Battaglia delle arance.” It is said to commemorate a battle between nobles and commoners around the 1200s, where participants throw oranges at each other. Held for several days from February to March every year, tourists can easily watch the festival online.
6th Place: Lantern Festival (Vietnam)
Hoi An in Vietnam, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has a nostalgic charm with its old town. In Hoi An, the Lantern Festival is held on the 14th day of the lunar month every month. Artificial lights darken the city, and lanterns create a fantastic atmosphere throughout the town. You can also experience releasing lanterns on the river.
7th Place (Tied) Military Tattoo (UK)
The “Military Tattoo” is held for about three weeks every August at Edinburgh Castle in Scotland. It is a summer music festival where military bands from around the world gather for parades. Bands in traditional costumes march in an orderly manner, and performances like traditional bagpipe music offer a spectacular show.
7th Place (Tied) Day of the Dead (Mexico)
In Mexico, the Day of the Dead is celebrated on November 1st and 2nd each year. On this day, it is said that the souls of the dead return temporarily, and people reminisce about their loved ones. Altars called “ofrendas” are set up in homes, restaurants, and hotels, with lively events such as shows and parades held in Mexico City, Oaxaca, and Hanihio Island.
9th Place: San Fermín Festival (Spain)
One of the three most important festivals in Spain, the San Fermín Festival is held in Pamplona from July 6th to the 14th every year. Known as the “Festival de Encierros,” participants wearing red scarves guide bulls through the streets to the bullfighting arena. In addition to bull runs, the San Fermín Festival features the San Fermín procession, a giant puppet parade, and bullfighting.
10th Place: Flower Parade (Netherlands)
In the Netherlands, the Flower Parade is held only on April 1st every year. Floats adorned with tulips, hyacinths, and other flowers travel about 40 kilometers from Noordwijk to Haarlem. The Flower Parade season is when flowers like tulips bloom all over the Netherlands, making it an ideal season for tourism.
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A special overseas trip on a festival day will surely be a memorable experience.
[Survey Summary]
Number of Valid Responses: 607
Survey Period: January 26, 2024 – January 31, 2024
Research Institution: JustSystems Co., Ltd. (Using “Fastask”)
Survey Target: Men and Women Over 20 Years Old Nationwide
Survey Method: Web Questionnaire