May 2025: Top Events Around Japan
Giant battling kites, a thousand-samurai march, flower festivals and more!
Giant battling kites, a thousand-samurai march, flower festivals and more!
The blooms are fashionably late. Here's when to see sakura in all the major cities.
Castle grounds, sprawling parks — and somewhere extra special.
From temples to riversides, geisha districts — and more.
Riverside paths, real castle moats, pagodas and more.
Plum and cherry blossoms, spring festivals, the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka — and more!
Think about adding this walk to your itinerary.
Featuring an iconic horizontal pine tree, sweeping views of Kyoto, and some glorious cherry blossoms, Yoshiminedera is a magical escape to a quiet and more contemplative side of Kyoto.
Plan a trip to Kanazawa for cherry blossom viewing at the famous Kenrokuen gardens and other stunning spots in the picturesque town.
Experience tens of thousands of cherry trees on this magical mountain in Nara.
There's just so much to see outside of the city!
Wakayama Castle is an architectural beauty one hour from Osaka. Make a day trip of it in spring or autumn for stunning sights.