Planning Hokkaido Adding Lodging Tax From 2026 Kim Bergström Dec 29, 2024 In response to overtourism challenges, the Hokkaido Prefectural Assembly passed a bill this December to introduce an accommodation tax which will take
Transportation Aomori Airport Kim Bergström The wonders of Aomori Prefecture are easily accessible courtesy of Aomori Airport.
Culture Kita-Kurihama Cherry Blossom Festival 2026 Late Mar tournament, BMX riding displays, and even performances by the Kanagawa Prefectural
Activities Top 10 Experiences in Saga Lisa Wallin Sandwiched between Nagasaki and Fukuoka Prefectures on the island of Kyushu, Saga is best known for its stunning ceramics from Arita, Imari, and Karatsu
Activities Ushio Bairin Plum Festival 2026 Early Mar The plum garden is said to be the oldest spot for fruit cultivation in Saga Prefecture, and the established trees are filled with blossoms.
Transportation Kochi Ryoma Airport Kim Bergström The Kochi Ryoma Airport is named after Sakamoto Ryoma, one of Japan's most popular historical figures who was born in the prefecture.
Culture Tokyo German Village Christmas Market 2025-2026 Early Nov - Mid Jan Chiba Prefecture's Tokyo German Village provides a slice of Europe in Japan with a Christmas market event.
Culture Hagi Summer Citrus Festival 2026 Mid May The city of Hagi in Yamaguchi Prefecture is best known for its pottery,