Culture Nishi Umeda Candle Days 2025 Wednesday - Jun 4th The annual Nishi Umeda Candle Days in the heart of Osaka’s Umeda area combines an evening of candlelit displays and cultural f..
Culture Osaka Strawberry Festival 2026 Mid - Late Mar Get ready to indulge in all things strawberry at the Osaka Strawberry Festival, an event that promises a feast for the senses. This..
Culture Tsubaki Satoyama Festival 2026 Mid Feb The Tsubaki Satoyama Festival is a celebration of Shinkamigoto's rich camellia culture, and the event includes a variety of..
Culture Historic Nara Sites Aim to Join UNESCO List Kim Bergström Jan 29, 2025 In an exciting development, Japan has officially recommended the ancient capitals of Asuka and Fujiwara (located in present-day..
Planning Kurabito Stay Wins Grand Prize at the Japan Travel ... Kim Bergström Jan 24, 2025 The Japan Travel Awards were launched in 2021, and they celebrate innovative tourism initiatives that go beyond being mere tourist..
Transportation Yumeshima Station Kim Bergström Opened on January 19th, Yumeshima Station is poised to play a pivotal role as a primary entry point for the Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai..
Planning Toyama: Top 10 Things to Do Kim Bergström Sitting on the Sea of Japan coastline, Toyama Prefecture is known for its natural beauty, traditional arts and crafts, and variety..
Transportation All Aboard the One Piece Shinkansen Kim Bergström Jan 5, 2025 This year, One Piece fans visiting Japan will have a new way to experience the world of the Straw Hat Pirates—with the launch ..