Activities 5 of Chiba's Top Springtime Spots Kim Bergström to a 750-year-old wisteria tree on the grounds, and in typical years a festival
Culture Sakasai Castle Elizabeth S The castle is the site every October of a period festival with the recreation of a military campain ceremony.
Culture 10 Things to Do in Japan in September Lynda Hogan For me, August is too hot to comfortably enjoy the summer fireworks and festivals... But thankfully some "summer" festivals are actually celebrated
5 of Tohoku's Top Cherry Blossom Spots Kim Bergström trees can be found at Iwate's Kitakami Tenshōchi Park, and an annual festival
Culture Snoopy Museum Tokyo in Machida Serena Ogawa Schultz museum outside of Santa Rosa, California.
Food Mendou Inaba Tom Roseveare Mendou Inaba are fairly active on the festival circuit, helping them reach... often collaborate with Dragon Noodles at Ibaraki's prefectural Ramen Festival
Area Machida A 35-minute train ride away from Shinjuku, Machida provides a respite from the chaos in downtown Tokyo. The town offers a mix of traditional charms and modern entertainment to keep visitors busy...
Culture Tonami Tulip Fair 2026 Late Apr - Early May happen to be in Tonami during spring, be sure to visit the Tonami Tulip Festival
