Culture Hello! Leaf Art World in Yokohama 2025-2026 Oct 11th - Feb 23rd Leaf paper-cutting is a highly specialized form of art in which detailed images are carved directly into real leaves using an ultra-fine..
Culture Kyoto Nippon Festival 2026 Feb 1st - May 24th The Kyoto Nippon Festival brings art, performance and seasonal beauty together at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine. Since its launch, the..
Culture Tokyo Architecture Festival 2026 May 16th - May 24th Tokyo's skyline is constantly evolving, and in late spring, architecture enthusiasts will have a chance to see it in a who..
Culture Sobue Ginkgo Festival 2026 Late Nov Every autumn, the town of Sobue in Aichi Prefecture transforms into a sea of gold for the annual Sobue Ginkgo Festival, celebr..
Activities Shibuya Christmas Market 2025 Dec 1st - Dec 25th This winter, Shibuya will host its first-ever official Christmas market event, bringing a mix of European charm and Hawaiian warmth..
Shopping 10 of Japan's Best Picks for Trolley Tourism Kim Bergström If you're visiting Japan and wondering where to start on your own trolley tourism adventure, this guide covers 10 things worth..
Planning Staying at a Ryokan One of Lonely Planet's Top Expe... Kim Bergström Oct 23, 2025 Lonely Planet has included spending a night at a ryokan among its 25 Best Experiences for 2026, praising it as one of the most mindful..
Culture Kinugawa Onsen Oni Festival 2026 Late Jan - Late Feb Each winter, Kinugawa Onsen turns into a celebration of good fortune and fun with the Kinugawa Onsen Oni Festival. From late January..