Culture Kimono for a Female Elena Lisina From the occasions they are worn, to how they are washed, and how to get dressed in them, they are a unique part of Japan's culture.
Festivals Hanamaki Souminsai 2026 Friday - Jan 2nd The Hanamaki Souminsai is held every year on January 2nd at the Koshio shrine on Mount Koshio.
Culture Katsuragi 28 Shuku Kyozuka Trail Gary Luscombe A mysterious pilgrimage trail through the mountains separating Osaka, Wakayama and Nara Prefectures.
Culture Toshima City Ward - Parks & Gardens Sleiman Azizi Rough and tumble Toshima City Ward manages to surprise with some unexpected parks and gardens.
Festivals Shinshu Matsumoto Soba Festival 2025 Mid Oct The Shinshu Matsumoto Soba Festival is an annual event which has been running for almost 20 years now, and it brings soba restaurants from within Nagano
Culture Taura Plum Grove Festival 2026 Early Feb - Early Mar Plum blossoms signal spring's impending arrival in Japan, and one great place to enjoy them in Kanagawa Prefecture is at the Taura Plum Grove in Yokosuka
