Activities Mount Fuji Viewing Spots Around Shizuoka City Kim Bergström Mount Fuji Day is celebrated on February 23rd, and although it's not a national holiday, it still presents a wonderful chance..
Activities Tips for Sakura Viewing in Japan Kim Bergström Sakura season is one of the most popular times of year to visit Japan, and for good reason—the beauty is incredible, and it..
Culture Azalea and Rhododendron Fair 2025 Apr 20th - May 20th Odakyu Hotel de Yama will be hosting their Azalea and Rhododendron Fair from late April to late May. Admission is free, so if you're..
Planning BBC Features Naoshima on 2025 Travel List Kim Bergström Jan 17, 2025 The BBC's inaugural 25 best places to travel in 2025 list features a variety of stunning destinations across the globe, with..
Activities Kimochi Kiosk at Expo Osaka 2025 Apr 22nd - Apr 28th From April 22 to 28, 2025, a one-of-a-kind experience is coming to the Osaka Kansai Expo’s Future Life Village—and it’s all ab..
Activities 6 Must-See Sakura Spots in Nikko Kim Bergström During cherry blossom season, Nikko transforms into a pink-hued wonderland, with blooms lasting over a month from late March t..
Culture Sakurayama Wind Chime Festival 2025 Late Jul - Late Aug During summer, Takayama’s historic Sakurayama Hachiman Shrine comes alive with the gentle sounds of the Sakurayama Wind Chime ..
Activities Settsukyo Park Sakura Festival 2025 Mar 29th - Apr 13th Renowned as one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in the region, Settsukyo Park boasts approximately 3000 cherry trees, including..