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At Fuji Motosuko Resort (Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi), the Fuji Shibazakura Festival—one of the largest in the Kanto region—will start on Saturday, April 11, 2026, featuring
Floating above Lake Kawaguchi with a breathtaking view of Mt. Fuji, the Tenku no Torii Kawaguchiko (富士山遥拝所, Fujisan Yohaijo) has quickly become one of the
As the first golden light spills over Sagami Bay, the silhouette of Enoshima Island sharpens against an orange sky. Early morning surfers are already carving
Nestled in the quiet mountains north of Lake Kawaguchiko lies a hidden gem steeped in history and natural beauty: Haha no Shirataki (母の白滝), or the
Togakushi Shrine Closes Famous Cedar Avenue Until Spring 2026 NAGANO, JAPAN – In an unprecedented move, Togakushi Shrine has completely closed the iconic cedar-lined path
Intro Escape the winter chill and step into Japan’s earliest spring at the Atami Plum Blossom Festival (熱海梅園梅まつり, Atami Baien Ume Matsuri). Nestled in the
Get ready for a truly magical winter experience at the Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival 2026. Held on the shores of one of Japan’s clearest lakes,
For travelers planning a spring trip to Japan, the wait is over. The first official 2026 cherry blossom forecast has been released by WeatherNews, providing
Current date: 2026-01-06 (JST) What Happened The dates for the 36th annual Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival have been officially announced. The event will take place
Current date: 2025-12-19 (JST) The coastline of northern Kyushu is rugged and wild, a place where the land meets the often-turbulent Genkai Sea. It’s here,
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