Culture 1,000 Samurai Procession in Nikko 2026 May 17th - May 18th Designated as a World Heritage site since 1999, thousands of locals gather at Toshogu Shrine to parade in Nikko’s traditional ..
Culture Azalea and Rhododendron Fair 2026 Late Apr - Late May Odakyu Hotel de Yama will be hosting their Azalea and Rhododendron Fair from late April to late May. Admission is free, so if you're..
Culture Mikuni Festival 2026 Mid - Late May The Mikuni Festival is one of the three major festivals of the Hokuriku region, and this cherished tradition has a history spanning..
Culture Nanyo Wine Festival 2026 Saturday - May 23rd Wine lovers will have the chance to sample some of Yamagata's finest vintages at the Nanyo Wine Festival, an annual event that..
Festivals Kyu Shiba Rikyu Night Gathering 2026 May 20th - May 23rd A historic Tokyo garden will take on a new life after dark this spring with a limited-time light-up event that blends art, history,..
Shopping Flea Market at Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park 2026 May 18th - May 24th Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park has a long running popular flea market once a month, weather permitting. Approximately 200 stalls..
Activities Takikawa Nanohana Festival 2026 May 16th - May 24th The Takikawa Nanohana Festival started back in 2000 and has become the city's largest annual event, with crowds of around 100,000..
Culture Nagaoka Flower Fair 2026 May 23rd - May 24th Running for over 30 years now, the Nagaoka Flower Fair presents the opportunity to enjoy a wide variety of seasonal springtime color...