Food Sakana and Japan Festival Kim As an island nation, Japan has a great affinity for seafood, fish in particular. The Sakana and Japan Festival aims to highli...
Culture Hyakudan Hinamatsuri Lynda Hogan The Hyakudan are worth a visit any time of the year, but the doll's festival exhibit is exceptional. Dozens of hina dolls fro...
Activities Setagaya Plum Blossom Festival Kim Hanegi Park, in a residential area of Tokyo's Setagaya ward, is renowned for having over 650 plum trees on its grounds. As a ...
Culture Daikoku Matsuri Japan Travel The annual Daikoku Matsuri is held in mid-January and honours Daikoku, the deity of fortune. It is held close to Japan's Comi...
Culture Handmade in Japan Fes Kim The Handmade in Japan Fes showcases a range of handmade goods, from jewelry to leather pieces, bags, plush toys and more. The...
Culture Tokyo International Quilt Festival Kim The Tokyo International Great Quilt Festival brings top quilters from Japan and abroad to showcase their works. The 2020 fest...
Activities Jingu Gaien Gingko Festival Louise George Kittaka Fall is a wonderful time to visit Tokyo. The days are often sunny and temperatures are mild, making it ideal weather for view...
Culture Geikosai at Yakuoin Mt Takao Lynda Hogan Despite its remote location, thousands make the pilgrimage to Yakuoin, the temple at the top of Mt Takao, for New Year's. The...
Culture Broadway Christmas Wonderland Lynda Hogan Every year, the Tokyu Theater Orb in Shibuya Hikarie puts on a special show for Christmas. In 2016 they started the Broadway ...
Activities Jingu Gaien Ginkgo Festival Kim The annual Jingu Gaien Ginkgo Festival is a chance to appreciate autumn color in all its glory. The event also hosts a number...
