Culture Engakuji Temple Engakuji is the second most important temple out of Kamakura’s Five Great Zen Temples and was founded by regent Hojo Tokimune in 1282 to commemorate..
Culture Whisky and Spirits Festival in Yokohama 2025 Apr 26th - Apr 27th The Whisky and Spirits Festival in Yokohama is set to showcase not only Western-originating liquors such as whisky and gin, but..
Culture Daiyuzan Saijoji Temple Daiyuzan Saijoji is a temple with a deep connection to the tengu, those creatures who occupy a special place in Japanese folk religion. For example, folklore..
Culture Azalea and Rhododendron Fair 2025 Apr 20th - May 20th Odakyu Hotel de Yama will be hosting their Azalea and Rhododendron Fair from late April to late May. Admission is free, so if you're..
Culture Minato Mirai Bon Odori Dance Festival 2025 Mid Aug The Minato Mirao Bon Odori is held each year in mid-August by the waters of Yokohama Bay in Rinko Park.
Culture Yakumo Shrine Yakumo Shrine, also called Yakumo Jinja, was established around 1082 by Yoshimitsu Minamoto—a Minamoto clan samurai during the Heian Period—and is..
Culture Yokohama Museum of Art The Yokohama Museum of Art was founded in 1989 and is one of the largest museums in Japan. The facility contains a total of seven galleries: 3 for permanent..
Culture Kenchoji Temple Kenchoji is Kamakura’s oldest Zen temple and is recognized as the top temple of the city’s Five Great Zen Temples. It was originally founded by regent..