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Culture Kokura Castle Bamboo Lights 2026 Late Oct - Early Nov Each autumn, Kokura Castle in Kitakyushu is transformed into a glowing spectacle as citizens place around 30,000 lanterns across..
Culture Yayoi Kusama Museum The Yayoi Kusama Museum was founded by the contemporary avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama and is operated by the Yayoi Kusama Foundation. It opened in 2017..
Culture Chinese New Year in Kobe 2026 Late Jan - Early Feb Traditional folk dancing is one of the main events at the Chinese New Year celebrations in Kobe's Chinatown, Nankinmachi.
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Culture Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony 2026 Thursday - Aug 6th A time to respect those who lost their lives and hope for a peaceful, war-free future for the world. August 6th is a significant..
Culture Kasama Chrysanthemum Festival 2026 Late Oct Every autumn, Ibaraki hosts the Kasama Kiku Matsuri, an amazing chrysanthemum festival in the grounds of the historic Kasama I..
Culture Single Act Enjoyment at Kabukiza Jianne Soriano Want to enjoy a kabuki performance but worried about the time and price? A single ticket act is the answer.