Natsu Matsuri Playing Cards

The Natsu Matsuri Playing Cards by Key Card Playing Cards Co. bring the magic of Japan’s vibrant summer festivals to life with whimsical illustrations and traditional Japanese designs. Inspired by the warmth, excitement, and beauty of Natsu Matsuri—where "Natsu" (なつ) means summer and "Matsuri" (まつり) means festival—this deck is a joyful celebration of tradition and fun.

The tuck box design captures the essence of a lively festival night, with embossed details, UV accents, and inner graphics that immerse you in the experience. The Standard Edition features a refreshing blue color palette, reminiscent of cool summer breezes, while the Gilded Edition adds shimmering foil accents for an extra touch of luxury. When placed together, the back of both tuck boxes reveals a stunning scene of fireworks and floating water balloons, making this set a must-have for collectors.

Inside, the card backs are a delightful festival in your hands, starring みずふうせん (water balloons) alongside other festive icons like かきごおり (shaved ice), きんぎょ (goldfish), and traditional festival lanterns. The Standard Edition bursts with colorful energy, while the Gilded Edition shines with an extra touch of elegance.

The custom court cards invite you to fully immerse yourself in the celebration. The Kings are at the heart of the festival fun, enjoying lively activities. The Queens capture the joy of festival games and sweet rewards, from goldfish scooping to winning prizes. The Jacks bring a more relaxed vibe, capturing the essence of summer picnics, snacks, and drinks under the fireworks-lit sky.

Each card in the Natsu Matsuri Playing Cards deck is a love letter to summer festival essentials, celebrating iconic delights like shaved ice, juicy watermelon, blooming Iriya Asagao flowers, and the sparkle of fireworks. 

Printed by the Key Card Playing Card Co. and pledge starts at $16 on Kickstarter.