Activities Iris Festival and Global Food Square 2026 Early Jun across two vibrant locations—Shobu Numa Park and Higashi-Ayase Park (Hato
Culture The Naoshima New Museum of Art Officially Opens Kim Bergström Jun 2, 2025 drawing people from across Japan and beyond to its quiet corner of the Seto
Accommodation Ushimado Olive Harvest Festival 2026 Late Oct Ushimado Town in Okayama Prefecture faces the Seto Inland Sea, which is
Culture Kodo Celebrates 35 Years Mandy Bartok Mar 24, 2016 Celebrate 35 years of taiko drumming by Sado-based ensemble Kodo in a series of summer performances.
Planning Four Japan Villages Win UN Global Tourism Honor Kim Bergström Dec 5, 2025 In the Seto Inland Sea, Shodoshima and neighboring Tonosho were both recognized
Culture Shiraishi Island Bon Dance 2026 Mid Aug Shiraishi Island is a small, scenic spot in the Seto Inland Sea known for
Culture Ako: A Seaside Retreat Tom Fay Nestling on the peaceful shores of the Seto Inland Sea, Ako is a small city with a rich history, rising to prominence from the 17th century as one of the
Recommended Culture Autumn in Takaoka: City of Crafts 2026 Late Sep - Mid Oct featuring handmade goods, local delicacies, and casual street-side drinks | Sat... | Sat 20 - Tues 23 September | Yamachosuji “Open factory” tours: Rare behind-the-scenes