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Bunkyo Hydrangea Festival (June) Ajisai (hydrangea) are celebrated in Japan through various festivals all over the country, one of these...

A quaint little country cabin style kissaten in Tama city. They serve breakfast, lunch (from 11AM) and dessert, as well as a variety of...

Jun Kissa Florida is a charming kissaten decorated with artificial plants, retro colorful chairs and tables, and framed sun-faded photos...

A museum dedicated to the various works of beloved Japanese artist, Taro Okamoto. These works include sculptures, paintings, video work,...

Traditionally, Daruma are purchased in the beginning of the new year, and one of the eyes is then filled in while making a wish. Once the...

A picturesque location all throughout the year with its rotation of seasonal blooms and changing leaves, on the grounds of a castle...

Mount Oyama is a lesser-known hiking location, but becomes quite popular during both momiji and plum blossom season. It is located in...

Kamakura has been a popular destination for tourists for quite some time as it's an easy day trip from Tokyo and has a lot to offer....

An outdoor garden, indoor botanical garden, and a Starbucks with a gorgeous view! Where: 4015-1 Yanokuchi, Inagi, Tokyo 206-8566 How...

A scenic spot to see different colors of spider lilies. The entrance leading up to the temple are lined with white, yellow, and red...

This is the perfect setting for a summer fireworks festival along a large lake in Sagamihara with vintage retro game centers, and...

Hari-Kuyō is a Japanese festival that was created around 400 years ago for needle-workers and housekeepers to pray for improved skills,...

Lake Miyagase 宮ヶ瀬湖 is a man-made water reservoir surrounded by mountains and forests, and is a popular spot for hiking, canoeing, and...

Sagami-Ko Park (県立 相模湖公園) is located in Sagamihara city in Kanagawa prefecture, and is a great destination for a simple day trip from...

If you love hydrangea, this festival should be at the top of your list! In the countryside of Kaisei in Kanagawa prefecture, 5000...

Tanabata ( 七夕 ) meaning "evening of the seventh" is a Japanese festival that originates from the Chinese Qixi Festival . It is in...

One of Hakone's most popular tourist destinations is the Hakone Open-Air Museum. It was especially beautiful on this misty June day. From...

Myōraku-ji (長尾山妙楽寺) is a temple in Kawasaki that's been given the name "Hydrangea Temple" by the locals. It gets quite busy around...

Jokeiji Temple (浄慶寺) is a part of a Jōdo Shinshū (also known as Shin Buddhism or True Pure Land Buddhism) sect called Asoyama Jukoin...

Immerse yourself in Japanese history, architecture, and nature at this gorgeous open-air museum in Kawasaki city! From Shinjuku station,...