Culture Japan Mochi Festival 2026 Mid Oct Mochi is one of Japan's most popular foods, and it's also one of the most versatile – it can be enjoyed in various way..
Culture Chagu Chagu Umakko Festival 2026 Mid Jun Held on the second Saturday of June every year, the Chagu Chagu Umakko Festival is an event intended to worship Sozen-sama, the..
Food Iwate: Food Guide Japan Travel Iwate is renowned for its top quality dairy products, beef, seafood, and noodle dishes.
Activities Shizukuishi Winter Festa 2027 Late Jan - Late Feb If you're looking for some family-friendly fun this February, the Shizukuishi Winter Festa at Iwate's Koiwai Farm is worth..
20 Culture Kitakami Oni House Malcome Larcens This museum is dedicated to keep alive the monster (Oni) culture of Japan. All throughout Japan there are some festivals dedicated..
Culture Iwate’s Greatest Charm is … Serena Ogawa A visit to this northern prefecture will lead you to new experiences.
Culture Takuboku Ishikawa and the Honeymoon House Malcome Larcens Takuboku Ishikawa was one of the earliest poets of the Meiji era. In his short life he published quite a few books and manuscripts...
19 Activities Akitakomagatake in Fall Colours Malcome Larcens Akitakomagatake is an area that straddles the border of Akita and Iwate Prefectures. It's in the Towada Hachimantai National..