Oumi Summer Festival at Ikuta Shrine 2026 Early Aug If you're visiting Kobe this August, make time for the Oumi Summer Festival, a lively three-day celebration held at Ikuta Shrine...
Activities Osaka Castle Illuminage 2025-2026 Mid Nov - Mid Feb The Osaka Castle Illuminage event brings historically-themed lights to this popular attraction.
Culture Kyoto Oimo Daisakusen 2026 Late Mar The Kyoto Oimo Daisakusen event at Umekoji Park is a celebration of the versatile sweet potato, and last year's event drew in..
Culture Senhime Peony Festival 2026 Mid Apr Peonies are known for their large, fragrant blooms, and they can be enjoyed at several places in Japan including the Senhime Peony..
Culture Yakiimo Paradise in Tenshiba 2026 Late Mar The Yakiimo Paradise at Tenshiba is one way to get your fill of all things sweet potato, and there will be plenty of ways to enjoy..
Culture Osaka Noh Festa 2025 Jul 26th - Oct 30th The organizers provide a rare opportunity for foreign visitors and residents to experience Noh in various forms, notably with the..
Activities Sky Kotatsu Ferris Wheel 2025-2026 Early Dec - Late Feb While usually used in the home, the kotatsu has been creatively reimagined with the Sky Kotatsu Ferris Wheel event, a popular seasonal..
Culture Shimoichi Hatsuichi Festival 2026 Thursday - Feb 12th Supermarkets and convenience stores are modern-day conveniences, but historically, hatsuichi (first market) events were places to..