Traditional performing arts can be enjoyed at this annual festival held since the 12th century. Named after the Wakamiya shrine that resides in the larger Kasuga-Taisha shrine complex, this On-Matsuri was originally held to pray for a rich harvest and […]
The festive season is upon us, and Legoland will be welcoming it with their Legoland BricXmas event. Running from November 13th until December 26th, the family-friendly affair will include a variety of seasonal touches including the world's largest Lego Christmas […]
To welcome the New Year, Haneda Airport is hosting a unique, unmissable event: the Haneda Edo festival, recreating the era of Shogun Ieyasu Tokugawa. Between January 1st and 3rd, you can enjoy different events on the theme of the Edo […]
Gongendo Park is renowned for its picturesque cherry blossom and rapeseed landscapes. However, the park also boasts an array of seasonal flowers that bloom throughout the year. During January and early February, you can witness over half a million daffodils […]
The Atami Plum Garden in Shizuoka is famous for its early-blooming plum trees, and visitors can enjoy the sight of close to 500 trees in 59 different varieties during the annual plum festival. With early, mid, and late-blooming trees, there […]
The KYOTO STEAM festival offers a one-of-a-kind blend of art and cultural events that delve into the interplay between art and science. Held annually in March in Okazaki, Kyoto, the festival showcases a diverse range of exhibitions suitable for all […]
The Odawara Flower Garden, established in 1995, is a must-visit destination for floral enthusiasts. With a variety of seasonal blooms, the garden is particularly popular during the plum tree blossoming season. An annual festival is held during this time, offering […]
Nanrakuen Garden in Ehime hosts a plum festival annually from late January to early March. This event celebrates the beauty of around 160 plum trees in full bloom. Visitors can enjoy free plum tea, amazake, and zenzai during the festival, […]
The first signs of spring in Tokyo are the blooming of plum blossoms, also known as ume. Hanegi Park in Setagaya hosts an annual plum blossom festival where visitors can enjoy the natural beauty of 650 plum trees, including 230 […]
From November to Valentine's Day, the Cocoon City mall in Saitama city transforms into a winter wonderland, shining bright with its iconic illumination event. Every evening, the lights switch on at 5 pm, except for the opening night where the […]
Every February 14th, the chilly winter in the samurai district of Kakunodate transforms into a vibrant celebration of fire and snow. The Kakunodate Fire and Snow Festival (Hiburi Kamakura) lights up the town as locations become aglow with bonfires and […]
The 'Bikkuri Hinamatsuri' or 'Surprise Hina-doll Festival' is a celebration of the traditions surrounding hina-dolls, also known as 'Girl's Day', held on March 3rd. The festival originated from ceremonies held at shrines and at the Emperor's court in ancient times, […]