Culture Spring Festa at Alps Azumino National Park 2026 Apr 18th - May 17th While spring in Japan might immediately evoke visions of cherry blossoms, they're not the only flowers that can be enjoyed..
Culture Karuizawa Half Marathon 2026 Sunday - May 17th The resort town of Karuizawa in Nagano is a popular destination for various outdoor recreation pursuits, from cycling to skiing...
Activities Hakuba Yoo Hoo Festival 2026 May 16th - May 24th The Hakuba Yoo Hoo Festival takes place at the Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort towards the end of May, and includes hands-on workshops,..
Activities Shinshu Azumino Half Marathon 2026 Sunday - Jun 7th The Shinshu Azumino Half Marathon is now in its 10th year, and it's an event that showcases the area's beautiful surroundings..
Culture Candle Night in Matsumoto 2026 Wednesday - Jun 10th Enjoy a fantastic night by light of candles on green glass in the yard of the Matsumoto Museum of Art, with art and live music.
Culture Matsumoto Frog Festival 2026 Sunday - Jun 21st Matsumoto's Frog Festival only happens two days every year. Make sure to catch it while it's here!
Culture 1.2 Million Lily of The Valley Festival 2026 Late May - Late Jun From late May until late June, Fujimi Panorama Resort in Nagano Prefecture will host the annual 1.2 Million Lily of the Valley Festival...
Historical Matsumoto Grand Taiko Festival 2026 Late Jul An introduction to the raw and elegant sound and fury of the Matsumoto Taiko Festival