illuminations Archives | Japan Cheapo

March 2020: Top Cheapo Events Around Japan

March 1st, 2020 | Lily Crossley-Baxter

Plum blossoms, spring festivals, the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka and more!

Things to Do
Top Picks for Kyoto Winter Illuminations 2019–20

November 21st, 2019 | Lily Crossley-Baxter

All the festive feels at these Kyoto winter illumination events!

Things to Do
A Magical Kyoto Hanatouro Night: Spotlight on Higashiyama

February 6th, 2019 | Kyoto Boken

Experience the ethereal "flower light path" this March.

Things to Do
December 2019: Top Events Around Japan

November 27th, 2018 | Lily Crossley-Baxter

Attend traditional festivals, run a marathon & enjoy the illuminations before ringing in the New Year!

Things to Do
Summertime Light Festivals in Nara

July 9th, 2018 | Kyoto Boken

With a number of light festivals, August is a great time to take in the atmosphere of the ancient capital.

Things to Do
Kobe Luminarie: Winter's City of Light

December 2nd, 2016 | Bjorn

Things to Do