Giant battling kites, a thousand-samurai march, and more.
Giant battling kites, a thousand-samurai march, and more.
Plum and cherry blossoms, the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka — and more!
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Perfect if you want to see some unusual sights, the festivals of Chubu bring some intensity to an otherwise peaceful and natural setting—ideal for a true adventure into Japan.
Get a sneak peek of the massive museum, opening in October. Tickets are already on sale.
A month of fireworks, fire festivals, traditional dance parades, and more.
This is one of Japan's "Three Great Views" — for good reason.
Highlights include the Gion Festival in Kyoto and the Tenjin Festival in Osaka—two of Japan's most famous festivals.
Water, light, and fierce love deities combine for a fantastic line-up.
The Smashing Pumpkins, Oasis, Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish—and more.
Explore retro shopping streets, a legendary hot-spring theme park, and museums galore.
Slurp up some of the best ramen in Japan, and see what else "the city of two halves" has to offer.
Old-school arcades, Japanese knives, and the lucky Billiken await.