Irish cinema offers a captivating and diverse range of storytelling that reflects the history, culture, and lively spirit of the country. Thanks to the support of the Embassy of Ireland in Japan, the Irish Film Festival will be held at […]
Tanabata is a traditional Japanese festival celebrated on July 7th, with its origins rooted in Chinese folklore. The festival commemorates the annual reunion of the star-crossed lovers Orihime and Hikoboshi, who are believed to be separated by the celestial river […]
The Ebi Festival in Osaka is a week-long event dedicated to promoting the consumption of shrimp, or ebi, in Japanese cuisine. Despite a decline in the consumption of shrimp in recent years, this festival aims to reignite interest in this […]
Tokyo's Sanrio Puroland theme park is ushering in the spring season with its first-ever Flower Puroland event. From early April until early July, the park will be transformed into a flower shop-inspired atmosphere. Beloved characters such as Hello Kitty, Kuromi, […]
The Awa Odori is a lively and exuberant traditional dance festival celebrated annually in Japan. While the largest and most renowned Awa Odori festival takes place in Tokushima Prefecture on the island of Shikoku, the Asakusa Awa Odori in Tokyo […]