Entertainment Views From Caretta Shiodome Nathan Meyers While many will immediately default to the more popular Tokyo Skytree, Tokyo Tower, and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building..
Culture Tokyo International Art Fair 2026 Late Nov This third edition of Tokyo International Art Fair will bring more than 150 exhibitors and talented emerging artists from all around..
Culture Niigata Festival 2026 Early - Mid Aug The Niigata Festival is one of the biggest attraction in the region, and it's well earned! It goes for three days on the f..
Museums The Tale of Genji Museum in Uji Anonymous Fans of Murasaki Shikibu’s famous novel ‘The Tale of Genji’ should visit Uji’s excellent museum and immerse themselves in the ..
Culture The Uesugi Clan Elena Lisina The Uesugi Clan became famous for the motto "Justice". Places connected with the history of the clan include Kawanakajima, Kasugayama,..
Culture Iriya Asagao Festival 2026 Early Jul The Iriya Asagao Festival has been hosted on July 6, 7, 8 every year since late Edo period, when asagao (morning glories) became..
Culture National Plum Wine Festival in Fukuoka 2026 Apr 2nd - Apr 5th The National Plum Wine Festival at JR Hakata Station serves to highlight all things umeshu, with over 150 types from brewers across..