Planning Kurashiki One of Asia's Best Cities to Explore on Foot Kim Bergström Jul 1, 2025 Leading luxury and lifestyle magazine Tatler Asia recently included Kurashiki, a scenic city in Okayama, among the continent's seven most walkable cities
Activities Sado Toki Marathon 2026 Late Apr The Sado Toki Marathon offers full and half-marathon events alongside a 10km and shorter fun run routes.
Ukiyo-e RE:BORN 2025-2026 Apr 26th - Jan 18th Looking for a time-traveling experience that fuses traditional Japanese art with cutting-edge digital technology?
Activities Mysterious Underwater Ruins Emi Takahata Dive or take a glass-bottom boat tour to uncover its secrets and enjoy stunning views of Japan’s last sunset at the westernmost island.
Culture The Sweet Soul of Wakayama Mandy Bartok A journey through the trails, guesthouses, temples and shrines of Mount Koya in Wakayama Prefecture.
Culture Tanegashima Space Art Festival 2026 Early - Late Nov On Tanegashima, the island often called Japan's "gateway to space," art and science come together in a unique cultural celebration.
Culture Tea Festival CHAKOBA 2026 Mid Nov A full day dedicated to the art and culture of tea Handa Red Brick Building
Culture Lady Gaga Mayhem Ball Tour Japan 2026 Jan 21st - Jan 29th The global icon will hit two of the country's biggest venues in January 2026, promising a spectacle of music, fashion, and full-throttle performance.