Activities Southern Japan's Natural Heritage Featured Discover the rich nature of Kagoshima Prefecture on a 5-day trip from Tokyo. Venture through volcanoes, primeval forests, and rich..
Activities Blue Flower Season in Kagoshima Kim Bergström From late May through to mid June, Flower Park Kagoshima is hosting a blue flower festival. The event celebrates a variety of seasonal..
Activities Huis Ten Bosch Hydrangea Festival Kim Bergström Hydrangeas are one of the highlights of Japan's rainy season, and Nagasaki's Huis Ten Bosch theme park showcases thousands..
Activities Sakura Season at Ogi Park Kim Bergström Saga's Ogi Park is a picturesque spot to visit during spring when the cherry blossoms are in bloom, and it was designated as..
Activities Ushio Bairin Plum Festival 2026 Early Mar Taking place annually from mid-February to early March, the Ushio Bairin Plum Festival welcomes spring's arrival in a spectacular..
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..
Activities Daishoji Hydrangea Festival Kim Bergström Throughout the month of June, Saga Prefecture's Daishoji Temple hosts a hydrangea festival to celebrate these seasonal flowers...
Culture Sea Wind Country - Sasebo Arlene Bastion Sasebo is an unexpected find of dreamy mountain and sea landscapes, complemented by authentic old fashioned Japanese shopping streets..