Culture 5 Destinations for History Buffs in Nagasaki Kim Bergström There are many great destinations across Japan for history buffs, but Nagasaki has a large number of historical spots in a compact..
Culture Nagasaki Tall Ships Festival 2026 Late Apr The Nagasaki Tall Ships Festival has been an annual event since 2000, and highlights the port city's connection with international..
Culture Nippo Coast Rock Oyster Festival 2025 May 1st - Aug 31st The Nippo Coast Rock Oyster Festival celebrates this revered local delicacy, with several different restaurants in Saiki City, Nobeoka..
Culture Kikuka Winery Marche 2026 Early May Taking place throughout Golden Week (April 29th through to May 5th), the Kikuka Wine Festival celebrates this much-loved beverage...
Culture Taka-ashi-gani - The Japanese Spider Crab From Sout... Diego Mastromatteo Mar 11, 2021 The Japanese spider crab is an exceptional and little-known creature, but like many other unique species, it is at risk and needs..
Activities Cosmos Season at the Sanko Cosmos Garden 2025 Early - Late Oct From mid October to early November each year, Oita's Sanko Cosmos Garden is filled with the color of millions of flowers in..
Accommodation Aso Farm Land and Its Surroundings Diego Mastromatteo This park is the epitome of the Japanese word genki meaning childlike, happiness and energy.
Activities Sakura Season at Omura Park Kim Bergström From around late March through to mid-April, Nagasaki's Omura Park is an absolute delight for the eyes. There are around 2000..
