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..
Culture Oniyo Fire Festival 2026 Early Jan With a history of over 1600 years, the Oniyo Fire Festival in Fukuoka's Kurume City is held on the 7th of January each year...
Festivals Hatsumode in Asakusa 2026 Jan 1st - Jan 7th The first visit to the shrine in the new year is called Hatsumode, and it attracts quite some crowds every year, and I think it..
Matsudo City Nanakusa Marathon 2026 Early Jan If you want to start out the new year in an active way, the Matsudo City Nanakusa Marathon takes place in early January – and ..
Activities Odate Shining Street 2025-2026 Early Dec - Early Jan Odate Shining Street is an avenue of trees illuminated until early morning in Akita Prefecture. Some 82 trees over a 800 meter distance..
Culture Ueno Artist Project 2025-2026 Mid Nov - Early Jan The Ueno Artist Project is an exhibition series which started back in 2017, and it takes on a different theme each year.
Culture Tsubaki Matsuri 2026 Early Jan Tsubaki Matsuri is one of Matusyama's most popular festivals, and one that is unique to the region.
Culture Maebashi Hatsuichi Festival 2026 Friday - Jan 9th Held every year on January 9th, the Maebashi Hatsuichi Festival is a fun way to set your intentions for the coming year. The event..