Activities Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Japan Joanna Ligon Say goodbye to winter, and discover 40 cherry blossom spots around Japan this spring!
Activities 7 Sakura Spots Outside Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto Kim Bergström To avoid overtourism and experience a more tranquil side of Japan, it’s well worth exploring some lesser-known sakura viewing...
Activities World Athletics Championships 2025 Kim Bergström From September 13th to 21st, Tokyo will host the 20th edition of the World Athletics Championships at the Japan National Stad...
Activities Naked Meets Nijo Castle 2025 Kim Bergström This summer, Kyoto's Nijo Castle will be transformed into a multisensory nighttime art experience with “NAKED meets Nijo Cast...
Activities Yakushiike Park Iris and Hydrangea Festival 2026 Kim Bergström At Yakushiike Park in Machida, you can enjoy both hydrangeas and irises at the one beautifully landscaped destination.
Activities Miffy Wonder Square Opening This June Kim Bergström Fans of the beloved Dutch picture book character Miffy have something new to look forward to in Japan this summer. Huis Ten B...
Activities World Daruma Challenge at Katsuo-ji 2025 Kim Bergström As Osaka welcomes the world for Expo 2025, Katsuo-ji Temple is launching a unique cultural event to mark the occasion. Runnin...
Activities Shonan International Marathon 2025 Kim Bergström The Shonan International Marathon has been a winter tradition for over 20 years, drawing more than 20,000 runners annually to...
Activities 5 Destinations for Spring Flowers in Takayama Kim Bergström Beyond its traditional charm, Takayama offers plenty of seasonal beauty, especially in spring when vibrant flowers bloom acro...
Activities Utsue 48 Waterfalls Prefectural Park Kim Bergström Located in the Takayama region of Gifu Prefecture, Utsue 48 Waterfalls Park spans approximately 800 hectares of pristine natu...
