Top 12 Spots for Autumn Leaves in Japan
Get your fall fix wherever you are in Japan—from Hokkaido’s mountain ranges to the secret valleys of Kansai, there’s …
Get your fall fix wherever you are in Japan—from Hokkaido’s mountain ranges to the secret valleys of Kansai, there’s …
A list of beautiful places for viewing beautiful Kyoto autumn leaves, plus day trip ideas to Nara, Wakayama and Shiga …
Highlights include the Gion Festival in Kyoto and the Tenjin Festival in Osaka—one of Japan's most famous festivals.
This fiery celebration takes place in mid March each year in and around Himure Hachimangu …
Taking place in Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture, the Hikiyama Festival is named for the wheeled …
On the last Sunday of May each year, Higashiomi in Shiga Prefecture hosts a festival in which …
From a jetty jutting into Lake Biwa from the scenic Matsubara Beach in Hikone City, “bird …
This display takes place on the Northern side of the Lake Biwako at Nagahama Port. There are …
Held by matsubara Swimming beach, this firework festival is an impressive display of over …
Discover Japan's culinary diversity—one delicious local dish at a time.
Cherry blossoms, spring festivals and the promise of summer: April is one of the best times to be in Japan!
Mark your calendars for these not-to-be missed firework festivals taking place all over Kansai!
Some of the celebrations that often end in loss of life and limb...
Day trips perfect for exploring past the ancient city of Kyoto or if you want to go on a cheapo mini holiday.