Sumida River Sumi-Yume Art Project 2026 Early Sep - Late Dec Running from the start of September to late December, the Sumida River Sumi-Yume Art Project invites visitors to explore a world..
Aichi Triennale 2026 Mid Sep - Late Nov Every three years since 2010, the Aichi Triennale has transformed cities like Nagoya, Okazaki, and Seto into vibrant stages for..
Culture Doge Day 2026 Monday - Nov 2nd Doge Day is a celebration of the life and times of Kabosu with her owner Atsuko Sato (Kabosumama), a chance to remember her “D..
Hamburger Festival 2026 Late Nov The ultimate burger festival returns to Tokyo Bay! Burger lovers from all over Japan are invited to gather at Odaiba’s special..
Activities Sky Kotatsu Ferris Wheel 2025-2026 Early Dec - Late Feb While usually used in the home, the kotatsu has been creatively reimagined with the Sky Kotatsu Ferris Wheel event, a popular seasonal..
Culture NAKED Garden of Light Heian Shrine 2025-2026 Dec 19th - Jan 18th This winter, Heian Shrine in Kyoto will host the NAKED Garden of Light Heian Shrine event, where visitors will experience a unique..
Culture Yokosuka Coffee Festival 2026 Feb 7th - Feb 8th Yokosuka in Kanagawa is endeavoring to add their name to the list of the world's best coffee cities, and the Yokosuka Coffee..
Culture Shimoichi Hatsuichi Festival 2026 Thursday - Feb 12th Supermarkets and convenience stores are modern-day conveniences, but historically, hatsuichi (first market) events were places to..