13 Cayhane Ethnic Shop in Kyoto Roxanne L W brought to the ancient capital, adored by townsfolk who decorated the Gion Festival... floats with such items.
Area Takayama Takayama is the largest city in the northern region of Hida. Though its population is only 92,000, the area is 2,177.67 km2 which is only 10 km2 smaller than Tokyo but with a fraction of the population...
Culture HANA Stage Production 2026 Apr 11th - Apr 19th A uniquely immersive piece of festival theater is heading to Kyushu for the first time this spring.
Culture Gujo Odori 2026 Jul 11th - Sep 5th Gujo Odori is Japan's largest and one of the most famous dance festivals lasting thirty-two nights, three of which have dancing all night long.
Nightlife Mugenkyo do Fukui, Ishikawa, Nagano Justin Dart and also a high-profile concert at one of the most prestigious taiko festivals... Extasia, representing European taiko at one of the most famous taiko festivals
Culture Takekoma Inari Shrine Andrew Kehoe The most popular festivals is the Senza Jubilee and Autumn festival which... New Year's festivals are also very popular.
Activities Hoozuki Matsuri 2026 Mid Jul Small, local festival with great, friendly atmosphere that is fun for kids and families held every July in Ushita
Shopping Sake Tasting at Nabedana Suwannee Payne Amazake is one of the most popular beverages in Japan and is often sold at festivals... , especially New Years’ festival.