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Naha Marathon 2025
A "festival of sun, ocean and joggers" that is one of Japan's premier long-distance road races.
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Atami Marine Sea Fireworks Festival 2025
The Atami Marine Fireworks have been lighting up the east coast of the Izu Peninsula since 1952.
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Nijō Autumn Harvest Festival 2025
Get ready for real and virtual autumn flowers at Kyoto's most iconic castle.
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Mineral Capital Osaka
If your winter needs a little sparkle, Mineral Capital Osaka is where you can browse and buy dazzling gems.
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Maple Leaves Forest at Kobe Municipal Arboretum
Discover Kobe’s Forest Botanical Garden this autumn for stunning foliage displays, guided Maple Walk tours, and the captivating “Lighting Up the Maple” illumination event.
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Rurikō-in Temple Autumn Opening
Escape the madding crowds. Experience the serene beauty of Rurikō-in Temple during its autumn special viewing period.
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Himeji Castle Light-up
The event is free and will consist of LED lights, projection mapping, ball-shaped lanterns, and a water mirror.
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Kōdai-ji Zen Temple Autumn Illuminations
Experience the enchanting autumn night illumination at Kodai-ji Temple, Kyoto. Wander through beautifully lit gardens with stunning autumn leaves.
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Kasuga Wakamiya On-Matsuri
A traditional Japanese festival with roots tracing back to the 12th Century.
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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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Twinkle Jōyō Illumination
Explore dazzling illuminations at southern Kyoto's Twinkle Jōyō Light Pageant.
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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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Sendai Pageant of Starlight
See Sendai's most beautiful sights under the radiant illuminations.
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Glover Garden Night Illumination
Get your dose of local history while also enjoying pretty nighttime illuminations.
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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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Sagano Romantic Train Light-Up in Kyoto
Ride the Sagano Romantic Train in winter and enjoy the festive light-up.
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Huis Ten Bosch New Year Countdown
Celebrate the new year in extravagant style at this (literally!) star-studded event
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Kobe Countdown Drone Show
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Kobe Fruit Flower Park with a drone light show, live music, and vibrant illuminations.
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Bad-Mouthing Festival
This bizarre New Year's Eve ritual, dating back to the Edo period, lets participants shout away their frustrations while trekking to the temple summit.
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Okera Mairi: Old Year’s Eve at Yasaka-jinja Shrine
Want to ensure peace and prosperity for the new year? You might have to stay up all night.
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