Held every July, this is the fourth of Japan’s six annual Sumo Tournaments, known as honbasho. With sumo rankings released a few weeks before, it’s a chance to see the traditional sport up close and personal. While the fights are […]
Sumo is lauded as the national sport of Japan and six times every year, around Japan, tournaments (honbasho) are held in various parts of the country. The Nagoya-basho is held in July at the Aichi Prefectural Gymnasium, located right next […]
The Kitakami River Rubber Boat race is an annual event held on the 4th Sunday of July in Morioka, Iwate. The race starts just below the Shijuushida Dam (四十四ダーム) and ends at the Kaiun Bridge (開運橋) in front of Morioka […]
This is a horse race that takes place in Shiojiri City on the grassy Takabocchi Plateau. With around 80 competitors from throughout Japan, organizers claim that it is the highest altitude horse race to take place in Japan. Apart from […]
Kami-Kitayama-mura in southeast Nara Prefecture has acres, hectares, and uninterrupted square miles of unsullied mountain, valley, and river nature and a population of between just 500 and 600 people. For a tiny rural village, though, Kami-Kitayama-mura does know how to […]
It’s time to climb to save a life. Participation in TELL’s Tokyo Tower Climb helps improve awareness for World Suicide Prevention Day, which is on September 10th. The climb of Tokyo’s iconic tower takes place around the awareness-raising day and […]
Mount Haguro in Yamagata Prefecture has always been known as a popular spot for hikers. But come mid-October, the lowest of the Dewa Sanzan mountains (“The Three Mountains of Dewa,” i.e. Mount Haguro, Mount Gassan, and Mount Yudono) attracts those […]
Discover the ultimate winter ice skating experience at Umie Ice Marina in Hyogo. This highly sought-after annual event offers breathtaking views of Kobe Harbor while you skate on the rink. If you don't have your own skates, you can rent […]
The Tokyo Marathon Expo is the biggest trade show for running equipment in Japan, showcasing the latest innovations in running gear and apparel. Open to everyone interested in a healthy lifestyle, whether a runner or not, the expo attracts over […]
Are you looking for a unique and challenging running experience? Look no further than the Ayashi On-the-Sea Road Race in Okinawa, Japan. This exhilarating race offers runners the chance to race across water and take in the stunning views of […]
The Odawara Flower Garden is a stunning location featuring a diverse array of roses. Visitors can explore the garden's 160 varieties of roses spread across approximately 360 rose bushes. During peak blooming season, the Spring Rose Festa is held, offering […]
Tarai-bune, also known as "tub boats," are traditional wooden boats from Japan that were originally used for fishing. However, the Matsukawa Tarai Race is an event where these boats are used for recreational purposes rather than fishing. This exciting event […]