Niigata Concerts Fuji Rock Festival The Fuji Rock Festival started in 1997 on the slopes of Mt Fuji when the Red Hot Chilli Peppers were forced off the stage by a typhoon, and finally settled in Niigata. By Rufus Starbuck
Tokyo Bars Papera Close to Shinjuku Park in Tokyo, Papera is an Indian restaurant that serves not only curry, but also live music and dance shows. By Peter Sidell
Okayama Music Okayama Symphony Hall Okayama Symphony Hall is a world class performance venue that regularly hosts the best of local and international talent. By Kenji Chida
Ehime Festivals Live Earth Matsuyama Live Earth Matsuyama is a festival for music, environmental activism and ethnic food in the middle of May. By Rod Walters
Tokyo Museums Ueno: Tokyo Bunka Kaikan Tokyo Bunka Kaikan is Japan's oldest 'Palace' of music and ballet. In 1961, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government constructed it as part of its 500th anniversary celebration. It is located just inside Ueno Park By Takako Sakamoto
