Culture
Wonder Festival 2026
The Wonder Festival began back in 1984 with the aim of showcasing and selling model kits from professional figure making compa..
Activities
Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival 2025
Each year during the winter months, Hokkaido's Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival brings a dose of colorful magic to this corner of..
A Guide to Japan's Supermarkets
Supermarkets don't only provide the essentials we need for day-to-day living, but they also offer a window into the cuisine,..
Culture
Hello Kitty Exhibition 2024-2025
To celebrate half a century of all things Hello Kitty, the Tokyo National Museum Hyokeikan is hosting a Hello Kitty Exhibition,..
Activities
Lake Sagami Sakura Run 2025
Lake Sagami MORI MORI is set to host the Lake Sagami Sakura Run in late March, and the event has now been running for five yea..
Activities
Sakura Ferris Wheel 2025
The Osaka Wheel is the tallest Ferris wheel in Japan, and this spring visitors can enjoy a unique experience to welcome the season...
Himeji Castle Entry Fees to Rise From 2026
If you are planning a visit to Himeji Castle, 2025 might be the year to do it—the iconic destination will be raising its entra..
Activities
4 Ways to Ring in Sakura Season in Japan
As the cherry blossoms bloom and spring arrives in Japan, there are countless ways to immerse yourself in the season beyond simply..
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Wonder Festival
Chiba
Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival
Hokkaido
Hello Kitty Exhibition
Tokyo
Sounkyo Onsen Ice Fall Festival
Hokkaido
Osaka Castle Illuminage
Osaka
Atami Marine Fireworks Festival
Shizuoka
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Accommodation
KAMENOI HOTEL ASO PARK RESORT
Geoff DayNestled amidst the breathtaking Aso Five Mountains in Kumamoto, Japan, KAMENOI HOTEL ASO PARK RESORT offers a unique blend of modern..
Culture
Inside Nobeoka
Arlene BastionNobeoka's rivers and shrines together with the well kept Nobeoka Castle ruins and Bell make being inside Nobeoka as lively as..
Five Must-See Country Pavilions at Expo 2025 Osaka
Kim BergströmCountry pavilions are always a major draw at World Expos, and Expo 2025 Osaka will be no exception. They serve as immersive showcases..
Transportation
Haneda Airport Ranked World's Cleanest
Kim BergströmJapan is often highly regarded for its overall cleanliness, which was affirmed by results from Skytrax's World's Cleanest..