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All the artwork, tips, and tickets — plus how much time you'll actually need.
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The Matcha Lover’s Guide to Kyoto
So. Much. Matcha. You might need to extend your stay.
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What It’s Actually Like To Be a Maiko in Modern Kyoto
And where to discover their world.
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11 Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Japan
Real castle moats, pagodas, and other prime viewing spots across the country.
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11 Perfect Places To See Cherry Blossoms in Osaka
Featuring castle grounds, sprawling parks — and somewhere extra special.
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Kyoto in Bloom: 16 Breathtaking Cherry Blossom Spots
From temples to riversides, geisha districts — and more.
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February 2026: Top Events Around Japan
Winter wonderlands and rituals to chase away pesky demons.
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5 Lesser-Known Shinkansen Stops from Tokyo to Kyūshū
And how to book your seats easily online.
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Japan’s 9 Best Winter Festivals: Naked Men and People-Flinging
Winter in Japan is so much more than just the Sapporo Snow Festival (but check that out, too).
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January 2027: Top Events Around Japan
Kick off the new year with fire festivals, water festivals, and even festivals featuring ogres.
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Day Trip From Kyoto To Lake Biwa — Complete Guide
Full itinerary with transport, lunch, and sightseeing options. We focus on Hikone.
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Top 10 Picks for Osaka Winter Illuminations 2025–26
Neon-lit Osaka shines even brighter during the holiday season.
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December 2026: Top Events Around Japan
Massive quantities of ramen, a marathon, and winter illuminations — plus New Year celebrations.
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7 Best Kyoto Winter Illuminations 2025–26
Head to the old capital for the fanciest festive feels in Kansai.
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Osaka in Autumn: 12 Places To Enjoy the Changing Leaves
Minō Waterfall, the local Champs Élysées, and more await.
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How To Use “Platt Kodama” To Save on the Bullet Train
A Shinkansen hack you need to know about.
Events
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Fuji-Kawaguchiko Cherry Blossom Festival 2026
Take this chance to visit Kawaguchiko during cherry blossom season and be rewarded with an …
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Nijo Castle Sakura Festival 2026
Tokyo-based art collective Naked once again has a hand in these stunning, seasonal illuminations.
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Kyoto Nippon Festival 2026
Stunning plum gardens, illuminations, music, and more await at this top spring event.
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Ukiyo-e in Motion Exhibition
See ukiyo-e prints you know and love turn into immersive installations you can walk through.
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Gekkeikan Sake Festival
Join the Gekkeikan Sake Brewery Festival in Kyoto and dive into the world of traditional sake brewing, complete with tastings, live performances, and much more.
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Fushimi Sake Festival
This festival takes place in one of the most historic sake production regions of Japan.
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Tsunan Snow Festival
Sky lanterns light up the night, snowboarders take on epic jumps, and local food stalls bring Niigata’s snow country to life at the Tsunan Snow Festival.
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Souriike Plum Blossom Festival
Feast your eyes upon 5,100 individual plum trees and 25 different varieties at this quaint park in Aichi.
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RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka
Luxury-lite, done right, on the river. One of the most comfortable beds we've ever slept in.
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Hotel Épinard Nasu
The Hotel Épinard Nasu is in the countryside, half an hour from Nasu Shiobara Station in Tochigi. A shuttle bus will transfer guests to the hotel from the station, and a direct shuttle is also available from Tokyo Station and Ikebukuro Station. …
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VISION GLAMPING Resort & Spa Yamanakako
Camp in style — with an air-conditioned tent, hot spring & views of Mt Fuji.
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Tours & Tickets
Brunch at Nishiki Market in Kyoto
Start your day the right way -- with a delicious brunch in "Kyoto's kitchen", also known as …
KyotoExperience Tea Ceremony in Kyoto
Dive into Japanese history with a traditional tea ceremony, together with a visit to Byōdōin …
KyotoGo Bar Hopping in Osaka [With Full Dinner]
Spend an evening exploring the bars in Osaka's popular nightlife district of Namba. Sample …
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