Culture Urasa Naked Man Festival Early Mar Participants push and jostle their way to be first in line to worship Bishamon, the temple God of War and Wealth.
Culture Hirano Shrine Okasai Mid Apr The hanami scenery is fantastic and the party atmosphere, cherry blossom season style, is great.
Culture Guide to Japanese Dance Guillaume Doré From the traditional ritual dances of Kagura and Bon Odori that are steeped in Japanese mythology to modern ballet or Asakusa's carnival famous for samba
Culture Kameido Tenjin Wisteria Festival Apr 6th - Apr 30th There are a number of places across Japan to see wisteria during the spring months, and many would agree that Tokyo's best spot is Kameido Tenjin Shrine
Festivals Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri Mid Sep With the event's immense popularity, it is still possible to get an unobstructed view of the danjiri and the chanting float-pullers.
Temples & Shrines 5 Floating Torii Destinations in Japan Kim Japan is home to a myriad of shrines in all corners of the country, and they're marked by torii gates at their entrance.
Traditional An Otaru Day Trip From Sapporo Featured Warmth to be remembered in the city’s sights, sounds, and tastes
Culture Ichiyo Sakura Festival - Oiran Dochu Procession Saturday - Apr 13th The Oiran Dochu Procession is a beautiful recreation of an Edo Period procession through the streets of Asakusa.