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1 week ago | 
japan.stripes.com | Tom Roseveare
(Photo by Kyoto Miyama Tourism Association. Courtesy of Japan Travel.) Notice: While this event is confirmed, outdoor events can be subject to sudden cancellation or postponement due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. Our listings are only updated periodically, so please check the official site closer to any event if you wish to attend.
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2 months ago | 
en.japantravel.com | Tom Roseveare
Upcoming events Culture Furukawa Festival 2025 The Furukawa Festival, or Furukawa Matsuri, is an annual event of Hida Furukawa’s Kata Wakamiya Shrine. During the two-day spe.. Culture Moving of the Seto Canal Carp 2025 Hida embraces the arrival of winter by organizing an event to remove carp from the canal. The labor-intensive and—perhaps time..
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Dec 8, 2024 | 
en.japantravel.com | Tom Roseveare
Far away from the bustling streets of Sapporo—the largest city in Hokkaido—is a land of rolling farmland, vast open vistas, steaming volcanoes, enormous crater lakes, wild and remote peninsulas, and frozen winter seas. This is Eastern Hokkaido, one of the most beautiful and scenically diverse regions in Japan, home to three national parks and packed with unique wildlife and natural wonders.
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Dec 5, 2024 | 
en.japantravel.com | Tom Roseveare
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Nov 29, 2024 | 
en.japantravel.com | Tom Roseveare
Toyama Prefecture, nestled along Japan’s north-western coast with the Sea of Japan, boasts breathtaking alpine landscapes, vibrant coastlines, and rich traditions. Known for the iconic Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, Toyama is a gateway to scenic mountains, coastal towns, and famous seafood. This prefecture blends natural beauty with historic charm, offering unique experiences year-round.
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Nov 29, 2024 | 
en.japantravel.com | Tom Roseveare
Niigata Prefecture, situated along Japan’s northwestern coast facing the Sea of Japan, is renowned for its stunning landscapes, including the majestic peaks of the Japanese Alps and lush rice paddies. Famous for its exceptional sake and fresh seafood, Niigata is home to the picturesque Sado Island and scenic treasures on the mainland. This prefecture offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage, providing visitors with diverse experiences throughout the year.
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Nov 26, 2024 | 
en.japantravel.com | Tom Roseveare
Chiba Prefecture encompasses a wide, diverse landscape on the east side of Tokyo, that is known for its coastal scenery and seaside escapes thanks to the Boso Peninsula that extends south, with Tokyo Bay to its west and the Pacific Ocean on its east side. The prefecture—bordering Ibaraki, Saitama and Tokyo—offers suburban comfort and is a popular place to reside for Tokyoites given its commuter links and reliable access from the north of Chiba.
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Nov 26, 2024 | 
en.japantravel.com | Tom Roseveare
Ibaraki Prefecture encompasses a vast region covering diverse landscapes, coastal and mountainous terrain and offering great access to Tokyo. The prefecture—bordering Fukushima, Tochigi, Saitama and Chiba—has an image as one of eastern Japan’s major agricultural producers, but it's Fisheries industry is just as impressive. Ibaraki shares a 190-km coastline with the Pacific Ocean, overlooking waters known for their rich fishing grounds.
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Nov 13, 2024 | 
japan.stripes.com | Tom Roseveare
Apple pie in Hirosaki (Photo courtesy of Aomori Travel) A trip to Aomori prefecture is not all about sightseeing, with the region home to many local dishes well-known across Japan – and we're not just talking apples. Seafood dominates Aomori's regional cuisine, thanks to its extensive coastline, but many more surprises lie in wait. Read on to find out about Aomori's food.
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Nov 6, 2024 | 
en.japantravel.com | Tom Roseveare
From 8th November 2024, Shibuya's Parco will host “DEATH STRANDING 5th Anniversary Exhibition & Popup” to celebrate the global hit game Death Stranding by Kojima Productions. The Shibuya event will see: An exhibition space hosted on Parco's B1F Exhibition Hall, featuring a recreated “Distribution Center” from the game, rare production archives, and a photo spot with Kojima Productions’ mascot, Ludens.
