Saikū Cultural Art Festival
★ Staff recommendation
Hot air balloons, a giant moon, and traditional performances from the past — welcome to the Saikū Cultural Art Festival.
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Naha Marathon 2024
A "festival of sun, ocean and joggers" that is one of Japan's premier long-distance road races.
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Osaka Candlelight Concert: Best of Joe Hisaishi (Studio Ghibli)
Warm up a chilly night before Christmas with candlelight and your favorite songs from Studio Ghibli composer Joe Hisaishi.
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Nijō Autumn Harvest Festival 2024
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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Atami Marine Sea Fireworks Festival 2024
The Atami Marine Fireworks have been lighting up the east coast of the Izu Peninsula since 1952.
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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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Tōji Temple Flea Market
Visit Tōji Temple, one of Kyoto's oldest temples, and explore the bustling Kobo-ichi Market. Held monthly, this vibrant market is an unmissable experience for visitors and locals alike.
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Atami Marine Sea Fireworks Festival 2024
The Atami Marine Fireworks have been lighting up the east coast of the Izu Peninsula since 1952.
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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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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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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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Glover Garden Night Illumination
Get your dose of local history while also enjoying pretty nighttime illuminations.
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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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Huis Ten Bosch New Year Countdown
Celebrate the new year in extravagant style at this (literally!) star-studded event
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