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Yushima Tenjin Shrine has been a well-known spot for plum blossom viewing for hundreds of years, and has over 300 trees spread across the...

This stunning shrine is home to both a popular wisteria festival and plum blossom festival. It is also one of "The 10 Jinja of...

This festival takes place only once every three years, and is held at Namiyoke Shrine in Tsukiji which is a famous place to pray for...

One of the places you can see early blooming cherry blossoms in Tokyo is at Ebara Shrine which is located in Shinagawa city right across...

Ohagi (おはぎ) is a type of traditional Japanese sweet that is made by pounding cooked glutinous rice (similar to the way mochi is made),...

Awa-Odori is a traditional dance originating from Tokushima prefecture that has a history of over 400 years. This festival is held from...

One of the best spots to see early blooming cherry blossoms is at Sakura Jingu Shrine in Setagaya, Tokyo! The grounds of the shrine are...

Although the Japanese name of the festival is technically the "dragon boat festival" there are no boats and it is celebrated by viewing...

Takehisa Yumeji (1884-1934) was a Japanese painter known for his unique "bijin-ga" (beautiful person picture) style of portraiture...

A lovely relaxing spot for wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) that you can take out or enjoy with matcha in the shop. The taiyaki here...

For both a traditional and unique experience, head on over to Bozu 'n Coffee to try their selection of coffee, tea, and sweets with a...

Relax and enjoy the view of the lush traditional Japanese garden with matcha and wagashi at this historic tea house in Shibamata, Tokyo....

A small but popular spot in Setgaya selling seasonal wagashi. There are a few seats inside where you can enjoy the wagashi with coffee or...

Tanashi Shrine is nestled in the western part of Tokyo, and hosts events and festivals all throughout the year. Its history dates back to...

Shibamata (柴又) is a charming neighborhood on the eastern side of Tokyo near Edogawa River that takes you back to the olden-days of Japan....

Daruma (達磨) are traditional Japanese dolls that are regarded as a talisman of good luck. Daruma are typically purchased at the beginning...

Hachioji Ichyou Matsuri 八王子いちょう祭り/ Hachioji Ginkgo Festival is a two day festival celebrating the change of color of the approximately...

Ryōhō-ji (了法寺) is a Buddhist temple in Hachioji, Tokyo that was established in 1489 by Keiun Nicchō (啓運日澄) for his retirement. Although...

Up until the 1950s, the river near Nakai Station was home to many dyeing factories, and the water was used to wash their dyed goods. To...

Bake Neko Matsuri (Supernatural Cat Festival) is a Halloween Parade that anyone can join in on by signing up in advance, and showing up...