Tag spring 2026

Experience, Location, Nagano, Nature

Togakushi Shrine Reopening 2026: 9 Dates & Access Guide

2026 UPDATE (April 13, 2026) Cedar avenue: OPEN. Okusha main shrine: Opens late April. Winter closure officially lifted. Express bus now requires online reservation. Good news for travelers heading to Nagano: Togakushi Shrine’s famous cedar avenue is reopening for spring…

Nobu
April 13, 2026

Seasonal Travel, Weather & Seasons

Japan in Spring 2026: A Practical Guide to the New Cherry Blossom Forecast

Current date: 2026-01-04 (JST) What This Article Explains Planning a spring trip to Japan is no longer about aiming for a vague early-April window. For 2026, official cherry blossom forecasts have been released significantly earlier than in past years, providing…

Nobu
January 4, 2026