7 Culture Tsuchiura City’s “Turtle Castle” Elizabeth S Visit Ushiku Daibutsu, the largest standing Buddha statue in Japan.
8 Culture Omori Japanese Candle Shop My Đặng The shop is located in Uchiko Town in the Kita district of Ehime's... Uchiko was a town home to several wealthy merchants who produced wood wax
21 Culture Street Performances in Japan Elena Lisina Close to Ushiku Daibutsu, I saw a special show being held on a small stage
Festivals Abare Matsuri Named One of World's Best Summer Events Kim Bergström Jul 1, 2025 Held each July in the quiet coastal town of Ushitsu, the Abare Matsuri
Culture Uwajima Ushioni Festival 2026 Late Jul Every year in July, Uwajima City celebrates a festival in honor of the ushi-oni, or demon bulls, the city's protectors.
Culture Memorable Matsuyama Arlene Bastion originate in Matsuyama, but haiku’s modernization is accredited to Masaoka Shiki... Today, thanks to Shiki, everybody can tap their inner haiku.
Culture Tea Festival CHAKOBA 2026 Mid Nov Tokyo-based SHIKI JAPANESE TEA will also make its Aichi debut, offering
Culture Abare Matsuri 2026 Early Jul Rampage Festival / Fire & Violence Festival Yasaka Shrine (Ushitsu)