Activities A Day Hiking at Mt.Mitou in Okutama Emi Takahata A peaceful hiking trail in Tokyo. An hour away from Shinjuku station and another hour's bus ride, the mountainous landscap..
Activities Akima Plum Grove Festival 2026 Mid Feb - Late Mar One of the best places to enjoy plum blossoms in Gunma is at the Akima Plum Grove – it's regarded as one of the three grea..
Izu Oshima Camellia Festival 2026 Early Feb - Mid Mar The island of Izu Oshima is known for several things, including pleasant coastal drives, natural hot springs, and camellia flowers...
Culture Japan Umeshu Festival 2026 Late Feb - Early Mar Umeshu is a type of Japanese liqueur which is made by steeping ume plums in alcohol and sugar. The Japan Umeshu Festival celebrates..
Beauty & Spa YUBUNE TOKYO Veronica Carnevale Located about a three-minute walk from Shinjuku-sanchome Station, YUBUNE is a cosmetics store that not only sells eco-friendly,..
Culture Czech Festival 2025 Early Nov The Czech Festival in Kansai is Japan's largest Czech-based event, and the multi-day affair includes a variety of ways to connect..