Activities Hokkaido's Notsuke Peninsula in Winter Kim Bergström The area has various plant and animal ecosystems that are virtually untouched, providing a truly unique wildlife watching experience.
Culture Okazaki Yoimairi 2025 Early - Late Dec Winter is a special time in Okazaki as the city gears up to celebrate the birthday of its most famous historical figure, Tokugawa Ieyasu.
Accommodation APARTMENT HOTEL MIMARU Featured Interested in a discount?... The kitchen has a refrigerator, microwave, and electric kettle, and comes
Culture Ishioka Spring Lion Festival 2026 Late Apr Held at Ishioka Event Square, the festival highlights the Horo-jishi, a... The day’s schedule includes taiko drumming, a multi-division dance contest
Planning Hokkaido Adding Lodging Tax From 2026 Kim Bergström Dec 29, 2024 In response to overtourism challenges, the Hokkaido Prefectural Assembly passed a bill this December to introduce an accommodation tax which will take
Activities Sakura Ferris Wheel 2025 Mar 3rd - Jun 30th The Osaka Wheel is the tallest Ferris wheel in Japan, and this spring visitors can enjoy a unique experience to welcome the season.
Food THE MEAT 2026 Late Apr - Early May Carnivores will be delighted with the range of eats on offer, with a wide range of cuisines represented.
