Activities Osaka Maishima Seaside Park Nemophila Festival 2026 Kim Bergström Osaka Maishima Seaside Park is covered with nemophila flowers in early April through early May. When they're at their best an...
Culture Shimoichi Hatsuichi Festival 2027 Kim Bergström Supermarkets and convenience stores are modern-day conveniences, but historically, hatsuichi (first market) events were place...
Culture Reikanji Temple Camellia Event 2027 Kim Bergström Kyoto's Reikan-ji Temple is often known as the camellia temple thanks to the large number of flowers that bloom on the ground...
Culture Luxurious Spiritual Adventures at World Cultural Heritage Site Kumano Nachi Taisha Greg Goodmacher Illustrious chefs, Shinto, Buddhist, and Shugendo spiritual leaders, virtuoso musicians, tea ceremony masters, and a renowned...
Activities Osaka Castle Illuminage 2026-2027 Kim Bergström The Osaka Castle Illuminage event brings historically-themed lights to this popular attraction.
Planning "Forest Architecture" Taking Shape at Expo 2025 Osaka Kim Bergström As Expo 2025 Osaka approaches, Takenaka Corporation’s innovative “Forest Architecture” project is taking shape.
Activities Two New Demon Slayer Attractions Are Opening at Universal Studios Japan Veronica Carnevale From July 19, 2024 to January 5, 2025, USJ will open two new Demon Slayer-themed rides.
Culture Senhime Peony Festival 2027 Kim Bergström Peonies are known for their large, fragrant blooms, and they can be enjoyed at several places in Japan including the Senhime ...
Culture Kyoto Oimo Daisakusen 2027 Kim Bergström The Kyoto Oimo Daisakusen event at Umekoji Park is a celebration of the versatile sweet potato, and last year's event drew in...
Culture Six “Treasures of Osaka” You Must See When Visiting Osaka City Veronica Carnevale To share Osaka’s heritage with travelers, six museums in Osaka will host a promotional campaign called the “OSAKA-HAKU” in co...
