Food Hattendo Cream Buns Shinobu Ishikawa Hattendo is a Hiroshima-based bakery chain that was once on the brink of bankruptcy. It made a remarkable turnaround by creat...
Accommodation Moshi Moshi Rooms Origami Serena Ogawa This Harajuku room from Airbnb offers a unique experience with its eclectic decor and atmosphere.
Culture Iruma Air Show 2026 Tom Roseveare Every November 3rd on Culture Day, Saitama's Iruma Air Base plays host to a one-day air show laid on by the Japan Air Self-De...
Activities Teganuma Fireworks 2026 Elizabeth S Teganuma Fireworks Festival held in early August most years is jointly hosted by Abiko and Kashiwa Cities. The 90 minute show...
6 Activities Drive-thru Zoo: Gunma Safari Park Michael B Gunma Safari Park offers an incredible drive-through zoo, complete with animals from all over the world. Whether you choose t...
Activities Akeno Sunflower Festival 2026 Kim Bergström The annual Akeno Sunflower Festival is a highlight on the summer event calendar, offering the chance to enjoy fields upon fie...
7 Activities Shimizu Park Field Athletics Elizabeth S Shimizu Park Field Athletics in Noda City is one of the largest in Japan. Field athletics are a form of outdoor adventure par...
Culture July Grand Sumo Tournament (Nagoya) 2026 Sleiman Azizi The Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament will feature a host of veterans and up-and-coming wrestlers at the Dolphins Arena in Nagoya.
Activities Takada Castle Sakura Festival 2026 Kim Bergström Niigata's Takada Castle grounds are home to an annual sakura festival, where guests can enjoy over 2000 cherry trees in bloom...
Culture Daikoku Matsuri 2027 Japan Travel The annual Daikoku Matsuri is held in mid-January and honours Daikoku, the deity of fortune. It is held close to Japan's Comi...
