Attend traditional festivals, run a marathon, and enjoy the illuminations before ringing in the New Year!
Attend traditional festivals, run a marathon, and enjoy the illuminations before ringing in the New Year!
Fire walking, autumn illuminations, the Grand Sumo Tournament — and that's just the start.
The world's biggest tug-of-war, shrine festivals, parades, scary mud monsters and a LOT more!
From ice-blue pools to ancient forests, your bucket list just got longer.
Kick off the new year with fire festivals, water festivals, and even festivals featuring ogres!
Let's-a go! Find out how to get tickets—and what to do when you're there.
Neon-lit Osaka shines even brighter during the holiday season.
7 top spots in Kyoto — plus 5 day trips to take. With peak viewing times.
Head to the old capital for the fanciest festive feels in Kansai.
Minō Waterfall, the local Champs Élysées, and more await.
Get your fall-leaf fix, wherever you are in Japan. Updated with peak viewing times.
How and where to experience one of Japan's most elegant traditions.
Deer, more deer, and Buddha's nostril — Nara is just awesome.
It's happening in Mie, until December.
Gear up for adrenaline-pumping fun in the mountains.
How to spend 48 hours off the coast of Niigata.