9 Culture Fushimi Inari Andrea Kahlow Fushimi Inari with its thousands of red torii gates is one of the most famous and picturesque spots in Kyoto. A major shrine in the Inari area.
Culture Kusakabe Mingei-kan Euan Prentis Kusakabe Mingei-kan offers an excellent taste of Takayama's famed craftsmanship and design in one small place.
Culture Miyama Rice Planting Festival 2026 Mid May maidens is held every year on the second Sunday of May in Kita Village of Miyama
Culture Jiyugaoka Megami Festival 2026 Mid Oct The Jiyugaoka Megami Festival has been running for almost 50 years now, and focuses on delicious food and cultural performances.
Culture Toyohashi Minato City Marathon 2026 Early Nov The Toyohashi Minato City Marathon offers just that, without the pressure of a full 42-kilometer course.
Culture Kitami Mint Memorial Museum Justin Randall Kitami was once home to 70% of the world's mint oil production.
Culture Mihama American Village Illumination 2025-2026 Mid Nov - Mid Mar Okinawa's Mihama American Village is a vibrant entertainment complex which fuses American and Japanese culture.