Culture Fox Wedding Festival 2025 Sunday - Sep 28th The unique Fox Wedding Festival (Kitsune-bi Matsuri) tells the revival of fairy-tale “Sunshower” and is held on the 4th Saturd..
Accommodation Kyoto Lodging Taxes to Increase From March 2026 Kim Bergström Mar 5, 2025 To address the challenges of overtourism, Kyoto’s municipal government is set to increase its lodging tax from March 2026, wit..
Culture Matcha Green Tea Marche 2026 Mid Mar The Matcha Green Tea Marche is taking place for two days this March at Yoyogi Park, and the event will showcase a diverse rang..
Planning Japan's Best Hidden Travel Spots for 2025 Kim Bergström Mar 1, 2025 For travelers looking to explore Japan beyond the usual hotspots this year, Hotels.com has unveiled its ranking of the top 5 hidden..
Culture Tottori Shan Shan Festival 2025 Aug 13th - Aug 15th Every summer, from August 13th to 15th, Tottori comes alive with the vibrant Shan Shan Festival, one of the region’s largest a..
Activities Tokyo Deaflympics 2025 Nov 15th - Nov 26th In 2025, Tokyo will make history by hosting the 25th edition of the Deaflympics, marking the first time the event will be held in..
Activities 4 Ways to Ring in Sakura Season in Japan Kim Bergström As the cherry blossoms bloom and spring arrives in Japan, there are countless ways to immerse yourself in the season beyond simply..
Culture A Day Out in Ota Ward Louise George Kittaka Ota Ward is home to Haneda Airport—and a whole lot more! Join us on a journey to explore the surprising attractions Ota Ward h..
