Culture Tokyo Indie Games Summit 2026 Mar 20th - Mar 21st The Tokyo Indie Games Summit was launched in 2023 in Tokyo's Kichijoji area, and has quickly become a vibrant hub for indie..
Culture Yukidaruma Snowman Festival: Kuwajima 2027 Early Feb See snowmen of all shapes and sizes at Shiramine and Kuwajima, deep in the mountain valleys of Ishikawa's Hakusan region.
Music BTS World Tour Hitting Tokyo This April Kim Bergström Jan 14, 2026 After months of rumors and not-so-subtle hints, BTS have officially locked in their World Tour, and yes, Tokyo is on the map. The..
Festivals Mitsukoshi Stationery Fair 2026 Feb 16th - 23rd 2026 Past Event The Mitsukoshi Stationery Fair is a celebration of pens, paper, ink and more, and the six day event is set to have specific areas..
Culture Heian Shrine Sakura Otoyo 2026 Apr 1st - Apr 5th Each spring, Heian Shrine Sakura Otoyo offers visitors a chance to experience Kyoto's cherry blossoms after dark, combining..
Culture Kobe Countdown Festival 2026-2027 Dec 31st - Jan 1st The Kobe Illuminage Countdown Festival is an annual New Year's Eve event beloved by many visitors. This year, to commemorate..
Festivals Canine Fashion in Japan 2026 Apr 10th - Apr 12th Pet ownership in Japan is at an all-time high, with lapdogs and smaller canines leading the pack. The Yoyogi Park WanWan Carnival..
Culture Top 10 Destinations in Tottori Niaya Harper A top 10 list of the best places to visit in Tottori Prefecture, from sand dunes and temples to historic anime towns!