Culture Washinomiya Shrine Lynda Hogan important intangible folk cultural property of Japan; Washimiya Saibara Kagura... Kagura is one of Japan's oldest stage performances.
Culture Kakunodate Cherry Blossom Festival 2026 Mid Apr - Early May The sakura or cherry blossom festival celebrates the arrival of spring and the cherry blossoms in the Samurai town of Kakunodate.
Shibazakura Festival in Misato 2026 Early Apr - Early May Even though the sakura blooming on a tree is beautiful, a carpet of blooming... sakura is a wonderful experience.
3 Spots for Spring Blooms in Toyama Kim Bergström Toyama is home to some beautiful displays of spring color, including one of the country's best tulip events and sakura destinations that make the list
Activities Hokkaido in Springtime Bonson Lam Also known as Sakura, Cherry blossoms are symbols of new life, a new beginning... It is the Sakura that keeps people going during the long dark winters,
Culture Japanese Byobu Screens Elena Lisina Low, 50cm-high screens of two or four panels were called makura-byobu because... they were usually placed near the bed, next to the pillow (makura).
Activities Hikarinosumika Illumination Display 2025-2026 Mid Oct - Early Mar The Sakura chapel is also lit up and you will find many installations dotted
