Culture Japanese Photo Booth “Purikura” Jessica A Paje The Japanese photo booth, Purikura, is the ultimate "selfie" experience! Take self-portraits and group photos to a whole new l..
Culture Tokiwadaira Sakura Festival 2026 Late Mar Running for half a century as of 2024, the Tokiwadaira Sakura Festival takes place along a two-kilometer stretch of Tokiwadaira..
Culture All Japan Superhero Festival 2025 Late Nov On October 15th and 16th, superheroes and mascot characters from all over Japan meet at various locations in Chiba City. This free..
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