Area Kirishima Kirishima, the second biggest city in Kagoshima Prefecture, is a magnet for hikers due to its combination of mountainous trails and volcanic landscapes. The amazing sight afforded by the Kirishima-Kinkowan..
Activities Hachijo Botanical Park Elizabeth S Hachijo Botanical Park, located in the center of Hachijojima, showcases sub-tropical plants, local ecology and culture.
Culture Ten of Japan's Weirdest Events Serena Ogawa strip down to their fundoshi loincloth and tabi socks, link arms, and run... through the city in near sub-zero temperatures.
Activities Kamo Koinobori Festival 2026 Mid Apr - Early May Adding some fun to springtime in Niigata Kamo River
Oumi Summer Festival at Ikuta Shrine 2026 Early Aug This seasonal event brings together music, food, and hands-on fun suitable for all ages.
Shopping Gachapon: a Cheap Souvenir Favorite Kim Bergström Use up your small change on these fun trinkets
Nightlife Okadaya Cafe and General Store Bonson Lam microcosm of modern Japan, one that equally embraces the light hearted fun... Be sure to pop in before the sun goes down, and crack open a can or two
Activities Mount Mitake Tenku Maple Festival 2026 Late Oct - Late Nov There will also be some other fun activities scheduled throughout the festival