Culture Aichi: The Heart of Japan Shannon Walker As a center of industry and commerce, Aichi can often be overlooked as a travel destination. However, it is well worth slowing down..
Culture An Exploration of Kenroku-en Gaurav Raja Dahal Kenroku-en is regarded as one of the 3 most beautiful landscaped gardens in Japan. This strolling-style garden has been extended..
Tokamachi Son-in-Law Throwing Event 2026 Mid Jan The Tokamachi muko (son-in-law) throwing event takes place on January 15th each year, and involves new husbands being thrown off..
Activities Atsumi Peninsula Nanohana Festival 2026 Mid Jan - Late Mar Now running for 25 years, the Atsumi Peninsula Nanohana Festival celebrates the vibrant yellow of these springtime flowers.
Food Takaoka Hot Pot Festival 2026 Mid Jan The Sea of Japan Takaoka Hot Pot Festival has been running for almost 40 years now, where a variety of nabe types can be sam..
Culture Itokawa Promenade Sakura Festival 2026 Mid Jan - Early Feb The scenic Itokawa Promenade in the center of Atami City is famous for its early-blooming Atamizakura, which color the area with..
Activities Shuzenji Niji no Sato Autumn Light Up 2025 Mid Nov - Early Dec Admiring colorful autumn leaves is an enjoyable activity at any time of day, but there's something extra special about appreciating..
Activities Summer Sky Snow Festival 2026 Early - Mid Aug Held near the summit of the Hakkaisan Ropeway, the Summer Sky Snow Festival includes a sledding slope made from winter's stored..