Activities Hakone Ekiden 2026 Jan 2nd - Jan 3rd Held every year on January 2nd and 3rd, the Hakone Ekiden is one of Japan's most iconic New Year sporting events and a memorable..
Culture Oyumi Hajime Festival 2026 Sunday - Jan 4th Nara's Oyamato Shrine holds their annual Oyumi Hajime Festival on January 4th. The purpose of the festival is to pray for good..
Culture Izu Shirahama Aloe Flower Festival 2025-2026 Nov 30th - Jan 4th The Izu Shirahama Aloe Flower Festival is a longstanding tradition spanning four decades, taking place annually from early December..
Culture Japanese Food Festival 2026 Early Jan If you'd like a one-stop-shop where you can enjoy various types of Japanese cuisine, look no further than the Japanese Food..
Culture Shunan Winter Tree Festival 2025-2026 Nov 28th - Jan 4th Centered around JR Tokuyama Station, the Shunan Winter Tree Festival fills Miyuki-dori Street, Aozora Park, and the station rotary..
Culture Kemari Hajime in Kyoto 2026 Early Jan Kemari Hajime in Kyoto: a traditional New Year event at Shimogamo Shrine, where men in period costume play an ancient traditional..
Activities Harmonyland New Year's Party 2025-2026 Dec 26th - Jan 6th If you're looking to start the year with a serious dose of kawaii, Oita's Harmonyland has you covered. From December 26th..
Culture Cosme Expo @ Nagoya 2025-2026 Dec 26th - Jan 6th Nagoya Station is set to become a major beauty destination this winter with the debut of Cosmetics EXPO @NAGOYA, Japan’s large..