Festivals Odori Shibazakura Festival 2026 Late Mar - Early May Each spring, Shunan City in Yamaguchi Prefecture transforms into a vibrant patchwork of pink, purple, and white.
Culture Star Wars Day Yokohama Minatomirai 2026 Late Apr - Early May attracting nearly two million visitors in 2024, the Star Wars Day Yokohama Minatomirai event is back, promising even more immersive content, hands-on fun, and
7 Culture Yokohama’s Gumyoji Temple Steve Morton Come and visit the peaceful Gumyoji Temple in suburban Yokohama, where you can step back in time and escape the surrounding concrete jungle
Culture Maiko Performance in Sakata Luca De Pasquale A great chance to visit an authentic Japanese teahouse in Yamagata Prefecture. The maiko dance is also accompained by a shamisen player.
Culture Discover Kintsugi in Minami Aoyama Featured Learn the traditional technique of repairing pottery with lacquer and gold or silver accents, transforming imperfections into beauty.
Culture Kamakura Bamboo Day 2026 Late Mar Kamakura’s much-anticipated Bamboo Day event is set to return, offering visitors a chance to experience the beauty and versatility of bamboo in a unique
8 Culture Meigetsuin Temple’s Hydrangeas Steve Morton Come and explore Kamakura’s Meigetsuin Temple where you can lose yourself amongst the bustling crowds and beautiful sea of vibrant blue hydrangeas.
22 Culture Iconic Experiences in Japan Elena Lisina As an experienced traveler, I’d recommend getting acquainted with them... tranquility Oceans of natural power Modern Japan includes 6,582 islands and
