Activities Nankinmachi Lantern Festival 2025 Dec 1st - Dec 25th The lanterns will be illuminated from approximately 4 pm (sunset timeframe
Culture Toyama/Gifu Fair at Futako-Tamagawa Tom Roseveare The Toyama and Gifu food/product fair was held at Futako-Tamagawa's RISE complex back on November 21st–22nd 2015.
Activities Spartan Race in Ibaraki 2026 Mid Feb there will also be a child-friendly version suitable for those aged from 4
Culture Moomin Day Celebrations This Summer Kim Bergström Jul 14, 2022 Since 2005, August 9th has been designated as Moomin Day, and it coincides
Culture Naha Tug-of-War Festival 2026 Mid Oct The main tug-of-war event takes place on the Sunday (12 Oct 2025): In the
Enjoy Kyushu Highways for Cheaper Edward Yagisawa Jul 2, 2015 The Kyushu Expressway Pass 2015 is a must-have for foreign tourists traveling to Kyushu, as it grants significant discounts for driving on Kyushu highways
Activities Sera Kogen Sunflower Festival 2026 Late Jul - Late Aug anywhere from 700 to 1200 yen, and child admission (counted as anyone from 4
Food Miyajima Oyster Festival 2026 Feb 14th - Feb 15th Please note the 2025 event has been canceled due to poor oyster growth