Culture Echizen Fish Festival 2026 Late Sep The Echizen Fish Festival is Fukui Prefecture's largest fish-related event, and it's held at the time of year when the largest..
Activities Asahi Funagawa Spring Quartet 2027 Early - Mid Apr The Asahi Funagawa Spring Quartet event runs for two weeks during April, and it's a real celebration of the season, with sakura,..
Tomica Expo in Nagoya 2026 Mid - Late Dec The Tomica Expo at Nagoya's Fukiage Hall is set to explore all things Tomica cars, and it's packed with fun for both kids..
Activities A Roadtrip Through Noto Peninsula Featured Noto Peninsula, situated in Ishikawa Prefecture on the western coast of Japan, is a destination that captures the essence of traditional..
Culture Hokuriku Ramen Expo 2026 Mid Oct If you're a ramen fan, the Hokuriku Ramen Expo is an event you shouldn't miss. The four-day expo brings a dozen popular..
Culture Fukui Prefecture - The Luck of The Draw Day Two Rey Waters Fukui Prefecture is home to many castles, temples, and shrines. There are beautiful gardens and all types of local food.
Activities Spring Snow Festival at Yuzawa Kogen 2027 Late Apr - Early May Niigata Prefecture is known for receiving significant amounts of winter snowfall, so much so that it's still visible in some..
Culture Mt. Konpira & Setogawa Cherry Blossom Festival 2027 Early Apr The Mount Konpira and Setogawa sakura festival takes place in early April, and includes taiko drum performances, a stage show, various..