Activities Light of Hope 2026 Saturday - Mar 7th Each month for two weeks Gyoda City has a floral water font (hanachozu) event. For one night during those two weeks they also have a light up event.
Food A Guide to Bagel Stores in Tokyo Kim Bergström Originating from Jewish communities in Poland, the humble bagel has become a staple food in many places across the globe, particularly in North America
Culture Ueno Cherry Blossom Festival 2026 Mar 14th - Apr 5th The area has about 1,200 cherry blossom trees and attracts many visitors
Culture Daikokuji Temple and Tamba Tea Festival 2026 Early Jun Tamba tea, though less known than Kyoto's Uji tea, has a history dating
Culture Musashino City - History & Landmarks Sleiman Azizi Musashino City may be famous for Inokashira Park but the city has much history and many landmarks.
Activities 5 Spring Flower Spots in Yamaguchi Kim Bergström interesting historical sites, pottery centers like the city of Hagi, and the photographer's favorite of Motonosumi Inari Shrine, Yamaguchi Prefecture has
Food A Taste of Shiga at COCOSHIGA Tom Roseveare Shinkansen, visitors in Tokyo can actually explore some of the best Shiga has... train west after a visit, but let’s first remind ourselves what Shiga has
Food Kuwana Craft Beer Hour 2026 Early Jun Craft beer has surged in popularity over recent years, captivating enthusiasts... , diverse flavors, and unique blends, a vibrant culture and community has