Don't overlook Yamagata and its trove of snow sports, picture-perfect onsen towns, and dramatic religious sites.
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Straw men, supernatural beings, crying babies, and other weird stuff.
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New Video! Chitose Airport Guide
Find out the best transport, amenities, and accommodation at the biggest airport in Hokkaidō.
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The Ultimate Osaka Vintage Guide
Get to know the city's retro scene, through the eyes of local experts.
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December 2024: Top Events Around Japan
Attend traditional festivals, run a marathon, and enjoy the illuminations before ringing in the New Year!
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Top 8 Picks for Osaka Winter Illuminations 2024–25
Neon-lit Osaka shines even brighter during the holiday season.
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Where To See Autumn Leaves in Kyoto
7 top spots in Kyoto — plus 5 day trips to take. With peak viewing times.
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7 Best Kyoto Winter Illuminations 2024–25
Head to the old capital for the fanciest festive feels in Kansai.
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Osaka in Autumn: 10 Places To Enjoy the Changing Leaves
Minō Waterfall, the local Champs Élysées, and more await.
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Top 15 Spots for Autumn Leaves in All of Japan
Get your fall-leaf fix, wherever you are in Japan. Updated with peak viewing times.
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November 2025: Top Events Around Japan
Fire walking, autumn illuminations, the Grand Sumo Tournament — and that's just the start.
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Guide To Seeing Geisha, Geiko, and Maiko in Kyoto
How and where to experience one of Japan's most elegant traditions.
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Escape to Nara: Top Things To Do for a Dream Day Trip
Deer, more deer, and Buddha's nostril — Nara is just awesome.
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Don’t Miss Kansai’s Hottest Culture Festival in 2024
It's happening in Mie, until December.
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October 2025: Top Events Around Japan (Bumper Edition)
The world's biggest tug-of-war, shrine festivals, parades, scary mud monsters and a LOT more!
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Traditional Noh Performance in Kyoto
Don't leave Japan without experiencing Noh — Japan's dynamic traditional performing art — in Kyoto.
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Tenjin-san Shrine Flea Market
Explore the Tenjin-san Flea Market at Kitano Tenman-gū, Kyoto, held on the 25th of every month.
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Hakodate Christmas Fantasy
For a magical Christmas event that all the family can enjoy, head over to Hakodate Christmas Fantasy.
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Fukuoka Christmas Market and Illuminations
Spend your Christmas wrapped up in the midst of the beautiful Fukuoka Christmas Market and Illuminations.
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Sendai Pageant of Starlight
See Sendai's most beautiful sights under the radiant illuminations.
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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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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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HOTEL MYSTAYS Sapporo Susukino
HOTEL MYSTAYS Sapporo Susukino is located in Sapporo's downtown area. It is ten minutes' walk from Susukino Subway Station, and just over an hour from New Chitose Airport by express train. The hotel is within walking distance of the urban oasis …
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Brunch at Nishiki Market in Kyoto
Start your day the right way -- with a delicious brunch in "Kyoto's kitchen", also known as …
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Spend an evening exploring the bars in Osaka's popular nightlife district of Namba. Sample …
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