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Things to do in Autumn in Japan
5 Halloween-Themed Things to do in Tokyo
Here is a collection of my favorite things to do around Halloween in Tokyo! 1. Try Pumpkin and Coffin-Shaped Wagashi Baikate in...
Tori no Ichi at Otori Shrine 鷲神社の酉の市
The Tori no Ichi Festival is an annual festival has been celebrated at shrines and temples since the Edo period, and it is held in...
Tori no Ichi at Okunitama Shrine 大國魂神社の酉の市
The Tori no Ichi Festival is an annual festival has been celebrated at shrines and temples since the Edo period, and it is held in...
Momiji and More at Mount Oyama 大山
Mount Oyama is a lesser-known hiking location, but becomes quite popular during both momiji and plum blossom season. It is located in...
500 Types of Dahlia at Machida Dahlia Garden 町田ダリア園
Approximately two hours away from central Tokyo you will find Machida's expansive and lush garden which boasts 500 types of dahlia in a...
Hana Biyori, A floral Paradise in Kanagawa
An outdoor garden, indoor botanical garden, and a Starbucks with a gorgeous view! Where: 4015-1 Yanokuchi, Inagi, Tokyo 206-8566 How...
Spider Lilies 彼岸花 at Saihō-ji 西芳寺
A scenic spot to see different colors of spider lilies. The entrance leading up to the temple are lined with white, yellow, and red...
The Nakanobu Nebuta Festival 中延ねぶた祭り
The Nakanobu Nebuta festival gives you a small glimpse into what the bigger version of this festival (The Aomori Nebuta Festival) would...
The Tokyo Mask Festival 2022 東京マスクフェスティバル
At the Tokyo Mask Festival, you will find a creatively curated collection of talented artists and established companies selling masks,...
Tsukimi 月見 at Mukojima-Hyakkaen Gardens (向島百花園)
Tsukimi/月見 (moon viewing) is a Japanese holiday to celebrate the full moon, to express gratitude for good harvests, and to pray for an...
Fall Colors in Shirakawa-go 白川郷/ Ogimachi Village 荻町
About Shirakawa-go/Ogimachi Village The Shirakawa-go region is located in Gifu prefecture and is most famous for Ogimachi Village which...
Kochia Festival at Hitachi Seaside Park 国営ひたち海浜公園
Hitachi Seaside Park in Ibaraki prefecture hosts events all-year-round based on the flowers and plants that are currently in season. In...
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