Culture Setsubun at Ikegami Honmonji 2027 Early Feb “You have to hit them in the eye,” a friend explains as we make our way... The long train files into the main temple building, and the rest of us take
Culture Momijiyama Tea House, Sumpu Castle Samuel Richards Invited into the tea house, we make ourselves comfortable at individual... look at or sniff the tea leaves to imagine how they look or taste once brewed
Culture Otaru Umeshu Festival 2026 Mid Apr - Early May Each year, Hokkaido's Tanaka Sake Brewing Kikkogura hosts the Otaru Umeshu Festival, which serves as a celebration of this much-loved beverage.
Culture Osawa Onsen Konsei Festival 2026 Late Apr Far from being crude, this symbol represents fertility, safe childbirth... Women seeking blessings for fertility and wellbeing take part in the purification
Culture Saidouji Temple Kim Bergström While the temple may not attract the same international spotlight as larger... pilgrimage sites, its unique features and tranquil setting make it a rewarding
Culture Kodaira, Honjo City, a Place of Faith and Rich in N... Chikako Takahashi Take a relaxing day trip to Kodaira and you'll find that it can heal both your body and soul!
Culture Creative Incense Immersion Serena Ogawa However, the connections we make to various scents make the experience... Project Felicia founder and scent communicator Hiro Nakayama can take you
Culture Things to Do in Niigata City Niaya Harper Niigata City is a port city known for its fresh and delicious seafood, rice, and sake. Here are a few must do things while in Niigata City.