Activities Autumn Colors at Shosenkyo Gorge Cathy Cawood The trail is much shorter than at Nishizawa Valley and flat, so it is very
Planning Japan's Cherry Blossom Forecast for 2023 Kim Bergström Find out when the cherry blossom is expected to bloom in Japan in 2023 so you can start preparing your sakura-inspired trips and outings well in advance
Activities Miffy Wonder Square Opening This June Kim Bergström May 1, 2025 Fans of the beloved Dutch picture book character Miffy have something new to look forward to in Japan this summer.
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
Activities Night Sakura Pilgrimage at Yasukuni Shrine 2026 Late Mar was established to honor those who sacrificed their lives in service to Japan... convicted war criminals—whose commemoration has sparked debate both within Japan
Planning Free Options and Facilities Elena Lisina Good for a modest budget there are many free places in Japan, such as temples and shrines, castle grounds, public parks, some museums and galleries, brewery
Culture Shibamata Neighbourhood and Yagiri Crossing Sleiman Azizi Shibamata's Taishakuten Sando shopping street and the Yagiri no Watashi Edogawa River crossing are one of Tokyo's representations on the 100 Soundscapes of Japan
Culture The Zelkova Trees of Seikei University Sleiman Azizi The 100-year old zelkova trees of Seikei University in Kichijoji, Tokyo, were listed as part of the 100 Soundscapes of Japan, an effort to combat noise