Culture Nobeoka: A Treasure Trove of Delights Tristan Scholze Nobeoka is large enough to have witnessed history and develop outstanding regional cuisine, yet small enough to remain intimate..
Activities Extraordinary Experiences in the Great Nature of Iz... Laurier Tiernan This article reflects a two-day journey I partook in on the island to sample its bounty. The below paragraphs are peppered wit..
Activities Iwakura Cherry Blossom Festival 2025 Late Mar - Early Apr From late March to early April each year, the banks of the Gojo River in Iwakura come alive with the color of 1400 cherry trees..
Activities Senshu Park Sakura Festival 2025 Mid - Late Apr Each year during spring, Akita's Senshu Park is filled with color when over 700 cherry trees begin to bloom. The park was built..
Culture May Grand Sumo Tournament (Tokyo) 2024 May 12th - May 26th Professional sumo's third tournament of the year is held in Tokyo at the Ryogoku Kokugikan from mid-to-late May.
Activities The Japan Hobby Show 2025 Late Apr Browse for finished products, shop for materials for your own hobby, watch the artists at work, or try your hand at something new...
Culture Nagasaki Tall Ships Festival 2025 Late Apr The Nagasaki Tall Ships Festival has been an annual event since 2000, and highlights the port city's connection with international..
Food Niku Fes Tokyo 2025 Late Apr - Early May Niku Fes Tokyo celebrates all things meat. There will be a range of both domestic and international meat-based dishes to enjoy at..