Food Moomin-Themed Fun at Hilton Osaka Kim Bergström Jul 15, 2025 Step into a Nordic Fairytale via two sweet events
Activities Shonan International Marathon 2026 Early Dec The Shonan International Marathon has been a winter tradition for over 20 years, drawing more than 20,000 runners annually to the beautiful Shonan coastline
Culture Kuguno Hina Doll Exhibition 2026 Mid Mar - Early Apr In the Hida region, where spring arrives later than in other parts of Japan, the tradition of Hinamatsuri (Doll Festival) is observed a month later, on
Culture Tsuzawa Yotaka Andon Festival 2026 Early Jun The annual Tsuzawa Yotaka Andon Festival blends color, sound, and movement in a vivid celebration rooted in local prayers for a good harvest and peace.
Activities Hiking Mount Anbou Japan Travel If you’re staying in the Hida area for a couple of days, a hike up to the top of Mount Anbou is well recommended.
Culture Yatsusankan Ryokan Japan Travel Yatsusankan Ryokan is a traditional Japanese ryokan, overlooking the Araki River and Honkoji just south of Hida’s central district.
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 Japan's Naoshima Island making
Culture Traditional Japanese Sake Brewing Earns UNESCO Reco... Kim Bergström Dec 8, 2024 This decision was made at a UNESCO meeting in Paraguay on December 5th, 2024.