12 Culture Cosplay at Matsuyama Castle Bronwyn O'Neill Assorted cosplayers gather at Matsuyama castle on an autumn afternoon.
Activities Top 5 Things to Do Around Kochi City, Japan Geoff Day Top sightseeing spots include Japan's longest standing original castle, quaint outdoor markets, eateries filled with local foods such as the iconic katsuo
Hamamatsu Shusse Castle Gyoza Festival 2026 Late Sep Hamamatsu, long celebrated as one of Japan’s gyoza capitals, is set to host the Hamamatsu Shusse Castle Gyoza Festival this autumn.
14 Culture Takashima Castle of Suwa Elena Lisina Takashima castle is also known as “The Floating Castle of Suwa” and is the historical home of the Suwa Clan.
20 Culture Surroundings of Matsumoto Castle Elena Lisina Matsumoto Castle is surrounded by a beautiful garden and its waters are inhabited by birds and fish.
Culture Tsuruga Castle Cherry Blossom Festival 2026 Early Apr - Early May One of the best times to visit Tsuruga Castle is during spring when the sakura trees are in bloom, and an annual festival takes place during this period
Culture Sakura at Matsuyama Castle Featured Matsuyama City is distinctive because of it's slightly more rustic, cozy setting on Shikoku which contributes to the the warmth of its welcome and ability
19 Matsumoto Castle in Winter Jessica A Paje Matsumoto Castle in Winter. Snowfall at the castle in mid-February and a quick tour inside!