Culture Tokyo Parks Fall Stamp Rally 2024 Early Nov - Late Dec One of the best ways to enjoy nature and the change of seasons is to visit nine metropolitan parks of Tokyo, or maybe five of them,..
Historical Hachiko Statue University of Tokyo Jessica A Paje The second Hachiko statue in Tokyo was unveiled March 2015 and depicts the reunion of the loyal Akita Inu and his master Profe..
Historical Asakusa Shutter Art Peter Lin Before the crowds show up in Asakusa, a walk along the streets of Nakamise Dori is an interesting experience and allows for viewing..
Culture Yokota Air Base Sakura Spring Festival 2025 Early Apr Yokota Air Base is located in Tokyo's western suburbs, and they open their gates a few times a year for public events. One of..
Culture Tochigi: Top 10 Things to Do Veronica Carnevale Tochigi Prefecture is filled with quaint charm, making visitors feel like they are stepping into old Japan. The area's immaculately..
Festivals Hakata Gion Yamakasa 2024 Jul 1st - Jul 15th Fukuoka's most exciting festival: it's 5 am, the streets are packed, and the men are running.
Culture Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival 2025 Early Feb - Early Mar Each year between February and March, Kawazu on the Izu Peninsula hosts the Kawazu Sakura Festival, one of Japan's most unique..
Culture Omikuji at Senso-ji Temple Cordelia Ding Omikuji are written fortunes offered at shrines and temples in Japan. Usually, omikuji require a small offering ( ¥100 usually..