Culture Hiruga Underwater Tug-of-War 2027 Mid Jan Dating back to the early 17th century, the Hiruga Underwater Tug-of-War event is a prayer for a bountiful fish catch, featuring..
Activities Winter Views of Hida Furukawa Japan Travel Situated in the unspoiled hills of northern Gifu Prefecture, Hida Furukawa is a small traditional town that retains much of its..
Culture Nagoya Handmade Marche 2027 Late Jan - Early Feb The Nagoya Handmade Marche brings one of Japan's largest handmade festivals to Aichi for the first time, and is set to feature..
Transportation JR East to Launch First Ever Shinkansen Mystery Game Kim Bergström Jan 22, 2025 Travel enthusiasts and puzzle lovers are in for a fun new experience starting in late February. JR East’s Niigata Branch has p..
Culture Uozu Tatemon Festival 2026 Early Aug The Uozu Tatemon Festival is held annually on the first Friday and Saturday of August, and it's an event that illuminates summer..
Culture Owara Kaze no Bon 2026 Sep 1st - Sep 3rd The Owara Kaze-no-Bon Festival is held every year from September 1st to 3rd in Yatsuo, Toyama Prefecture, and originated around..
Culture Hie Shrine Momiji Festival 2026 Early - Mid Nov Every autumn, the historic Hie Shrine in Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture, transforms into a glowing wonderland for the annual Momiji..
Culture Hakuba Mountain Festival 2026 Late Sep Music and mountains will come together this September as Hakuba hosts the first-ever Hakuba Mountain Festival. The two-day event..