Culture Hiragasa Naked Pilgrimage 2026 Thursday - Jan 8th Held each winter in Iwate's Hachimantai City, the Hiragasa Naked Pilgrimage is one of Japan's more unusual cold weather..
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..
Culture Ebisu Festival in Kyoto 2026 Jan 9th - Jan 10th Held at Yasaka Shrine in Japan's former capital Kyoto, the Ebisu Festival is Kyoto's first festival of the New Year, dedicated..
Culture Hashigo-nori 2026 Sunday - Jan 11th Hashigo-nori is a traditional performance that attempts to pass on the techniques and methods of fireman in the Edo period.
Culture Tokyo Auto Salon 2026 Jan 9th - Jan 11th Tokyo Auto Salon showcases many racing and modified vehicles, new technology and beautiful models.
Culture Sakai Daruma Market 2026 Mid Jan If you're looking for a way to get your hands on a daruma, the Sakai Daruma Market is a great place to start. Running for almost..