Culture National Mochi Summit 2024 Kim Mochi is one of Japan's most popular foods, and it's also one of the most versatile – it can be enjoyed in various ways, cove...
Culture Hanamaki Souminsai 2025 Malcome Larcens The Hanamaki Souminsai is held every year on January 2nd at the Koshio shrine on Mount Koshio.
Culture Iwate Snow Festival 2025 Japan Travel The Iwate Snow Festival is held at the Makiba area in Koiwai Farm every February, and known as one of Tohoku's 5 Great Snow F...
Activities Shizukuishi Winter Festa 2025 Kim If you're looking for some family-friendly fun this February, the Shizukuishi Winter Festa at Iwate's Koiwai Farm is worth pe...
Culture Kokusekiji Sominsai in Oshuu 2025 Malcome Larcens A winter water purification ceremony, participants strip down to only a loin cloth. Next they face several challenges to show...
