Culture Hakata Temple Tour 2026 Oct 31st - Nov 3rd Hakata has a fine collection of temples and shrines that make for a relaxing day's stroll. Once a year the city lights up the..
Activities Yabusame in Kasama 2026 Tuesday - Nov 3rd Yabusame is a ceremonial form of archery and this is one of the three major performances in the Kanto region.
Culture Mt. Shosha Autumn Leaf Festival 2026 Mid Nov Few places in Hyogo have fall color that can rival the beauty of Mt. Shosha in late-November.
Activities Osaka Hikari-Renaissance Light-up 2026 Mid - Late Dec The main attraction during Christmas in Osaka is the projection mapping light show "Shining Art Wall" at the Nakanoshima Library...
Culture Hatsumode in Asakusa 2027 Jan 1st - Jan 7th The first visit to the shrine in the new year is called Hatsumode, and it attracts quite some crowds every year, and I think it..
Culture Matsushima Oyster Festival 2027 Early Feb The Matsushima Oyster Festival (Kaki Matsuri) started over 40 years ago, and takes place in the peak of oyster season.
Activities Makuyama Park's Plum Blossoms 2027 Early Feb - Early Mar Makuyama Park features a mountainside covered by thousands of plum trees (and a festival) that when in full bloom in February and..
Culture Japan Traditional Crafts Ginza Artisan’s Street 2027 Mid - Late Feb This event is a six-day celebration of living heritage, master craftsmanship, and cultural exchange.