Culture Okazaki Fireworks Festival 2026 Early Aug Fireworks Festivals or Hanabi-kai are some of the most spectacular festivals in Japan.
Accommodation Cherry Blossoms, Onsen, and Tochigi Cuisine in Oku-... Joanna Ligon peaceful escape from the usual crowds, with several stunning locations for hanami
Beauty & Spa Jet Set Blow Dry Bar Carolyn Rawson Jet Set Blow Dry Bar in Minami Azabu is reinventing the art and relaxation of hair shampooing/styling.
Food Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills' Sakura Spring Specials Paul McInnes And finally, the sakura tea accompanies each bite as you enjoy hanami celebrations
Activities Best Beaches Near Tokyo H. Fern Isshiki Beach (Hayama, Kanagawa) Top spot for relaxation and a great seafood... and bus Isshiki Beach, located in the quiet town of Hayama
Culture Struggles through Life and Death Justin Velgus Kenji Miyazawa (1896-1933) was a local hero of Hanamaki City in Iwate Prefecture... The Hanamaki hero fought against injustice through protests and boycotts
Culture Miyako Odori 2026 Early - Late Apr Miyako Odori is traditionally held in April in the newly reconstructed Minami-za
10 Activities Winter in Snow Country Kim Bergström Minami Uonuma is in the middle of Niigata’s snow country.