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, […]
Discover the Beauty of Ushio Bairin Plum Festival in Saga Prefecture If you're looking for a way to welcome spring, then make sure to visit the Ushio Bairin Plum Festival in Saga Prefecture. This annual event takes place from mid-February […]
Japan is famous for its beautiful spring blooms, but one flower that often gets overlooked is the nanohana, also known as rapeseed blossoms in English. These vibrant yellow flowers can be seen in many places throughout the country, and if […]
Camp Zama is a United States army base situated about 40 kilometers southwest of Tokyo, in the cities of Zama and Sagamihara in Kanagawa Prefecture. The base boasts around 300 cherry blossom trees on its grounds, and during peak season, […]
The Shimizu Park Sakura Festival is a wonderful celebration of spring, boasting around 2000 cherry trees with 50 different varieties to enjoy - including the highly sought-after somei yoshino type. In fact, the park is so famous for its sakura […]
Tara, located in Saga Prefecture, is a picturesque destination surrounded by both the Ariake Sea and the Taradake mountain range, making it an ideal spot for outdoor enthusiasts. It's also a perfect location to enjoy the sakura season, and for […]
Iwatsuki Castle Park, located in Saitama Prefecture, is widely considered one of the best spots for sakura viewing in the region. With approximately 600 trees scattered throughout the park, visitors can witness the picturesque scenery of pink blossoms that turns […]
Maizuru is a port city situated in the northern region of Kyoto Prefecture, Japan. Although Japanese cuisine is not usually associated with curry, it has become a popular dish in Japan, and Maizuru has its own unique history with this […]