Culture 5 Destinations for History Buffs in Nagasaki Kim Bergström There are many great destinations across Japan for history buffs, but Nagasaki has a large number of historical spots in a compact..
Culture Turkey Festival at Yoyogi Park 2026 Mid Jun Turkey has a rich and diverse culture, and an annual event at Tokyo's Yoyogi Park celebrates this. The two-day Turkey Festival..
Activities Muramatsu Park Kim Bergström Of the myriad destinations to appreciate sakura season in Niigata, Muramatsu Park is widely regarded as one of the best. With a..
Activities Children's Day Destinations in Adachi Ward Kim Bergström Children's Day is celebrated in Japan annually on May 5th, and the Adachi Ward local government office has recommended three..
Activities Purple Places in Japan Kim Bergström Often associated with wisdom, spirituality, and bravery, the color purple can be found in both the natural world and in man-made..
Activities 5 Hydrangea Destinations Across Tohoku Kim Bergström Hydrangeas are a highlight of rainy season, and the Tohoku region is home to some fantastic destinations to appreciate their ethereal..
Activities Himenosawa Park Flower Festival 2026 Late Apr - Early May From late April to mid-May the azalea garden at Shizuoka's Himenosawa Park is in full bloom, and around 60,000 azaleas color..
Activities Ijimino Park Iris Garden Kim Bergström Located in the Shibata area of Niigata Prefecture, Ijimino Park is one of Japan's best parks for fans of irises. The grounds..