11 Culture Ogushi Shrine in Shizuoka Peter Sidell events held there as well throughout the year, such as the shinto summer festival
Culture Kemari Hajime in Kyoto 2026 Early Jan January every year, Shimogamo Shrine, in Kyoto hosts the Kemari Hajime festival
15 The Beauty of Shiogama Shrine Radica Sooknarine The port city of Shiogama is well-known for its annual Port Festival and
Area New Chitose Hokkaido's capital, Sapporo, is served very well by New Chitose Airport. Only a relatively short train journey from the airport to Sapporo (with some great views on the way) it's an incredible..
11 Minakuchi Castle Bonson Lam Shrine on April 19 and 20, keep your eyes out for the local Hikiyama festival
10 Sake Tasting Event in Kawaguchiko Cathy Cawood the year's sake barrels results in a tasting event like a village festival
5 Spots for Spring Color in Hokkaido Kim Bergström When the trees are in bloom the Shizunai Cherry Blossom Festival takes
Activities Nagoya Port Sea Train Land Illumination 2025-2026 Early Dec - Late Feb Nagoya Port Sea Train Land hosts an illumination event in the winter months each year, which boasts over 50,000 festive lights scattered around the amusement
