news Japan Life Outdoor 2026年10月30日 Showa Kinen Park: Golden Ginkgo Avenues & Autumn Night Walk 2026 Beloved by Kuro-to, the 2026 Autumn Leaves Festival & Autumn Night Walk at Showa Kinen Park in Tokyo showcases golden ginkgo tunnels, water mirror reflections, and night illuminations. Complete guide.
news Japan Life Outdoor 2026年10月29日 Bunkyo Chrysanthemum Festival 2026: Historic Kiku Dolls & Autumn Splendor Held in Nov 2026 at Yushima Tenmangu in Bunkyo, Tokyo, the 48th Bunkyo Chrysanthemum Festival showcases 2,000 blooms, life-sized kiku dolls, and historic garden craft. Here is the complete guide.
news Japan Life Travel 2026年10月28日 Hokusai and Hiroshige Extravaganza 2026! Ukiyo-e Masters in Osaka Held July 28, 2026 – Jan 24, 2027, at Osaka Ukiyoe Museum, this exhibition displays 59 original Edo-period prints, including Hokusai's Three Great Fujis and Hiroshige's Masterpieces of Edo.
news Japan Life Outdoor 2026年10月27日 Utsunomiya Means Gyoza! The 2026 Festival Runs for 2 Days from Nov 7 Held Nov 7–8, 2026, at Utsunomiya Castle Ruins Park, Utsunomiya Gyoza Festival 2026 features top shops serving gyoza at 200 JPY a plate. Discover event history, rivalries, and visitor tips.
news Japan Life Outdoor 2026年10月26日 Tendo Autumn Festival 2026: Chrysanthemums & Soba in Shogi Town Held Oct 1–Nov 30, 2026, in Tendo, Yamagata, the Tendo Autumn Festival features the 49th Chrysanthemum Show, Shogi Queen photos, handmade Tendo Kogen soba, and illuminated Mt. Maizuru autumn foliage.
news Japan Life Outdoor 2026年10月25日 Still Going! Kaikai YOKAI Festival 2026 in Kyoto's Edo Town Running Sep 12–Nov 29, 2026, at Toei Kyoto Studio Park, Kaikai YOKAI Festival 2026 brings 100+ monsters to Edo town. Enjoy night parades with dance, samurai swordplay, themed dining, and family fun.
news Japan Life Outdoor 2026年10月24日 All Night! Roppongi Art Night 2026: The 3-Year Revival Roppongi Art Night 2026 runs Oct 31–Nov 1, reviving its all-night format after 3 years. Highlights include French artists Yoann Bourgeois and Charles Pétillon, street festival 6 Fes, and night rides.
news Japan Life Travel 2026年10月23日 Kyoto Modern Architecture Festival 2026: 150 Masterpieces Kyoto Modern Architecture Festival 2026 runs Oct 31–Nov 8. Celebrating 5 years, explore 150 landmarks across 13 zones, with 61 open via passport. Enjoy Tadao Ando's talk and special tours.
news Japan Life Outdoor 2026年10月22日 Karatsu Kunchi 2026: Splendor of 14 Giant Lacquer Floats Following Nagasaki, welcome to Saga! The annual Karatsu Kunchi festival at Karatsu Shrine runs Nov 2–4, 2026. Featuring 14 massive lacquer floats dating back to 1819, enjoy this UNESCO heritage.
news Foods Japan Outdoor 2026年10月21日 Tokyo Ramen Festa 2026 Final! The Last Days at Komazawa Held at Komazawa Park since 2009, Japan's largest outdoor ramen event marks its grand finale from Oct 30 to Nov 3, 2026. Featuring 12 top shops and gourmet Rakare, here is your ultimate guide.
news Japan Life Outdoor 2026年10月19日 Tsuchiura Fireworks 2026: Japan's Premier Autumn Display On Nov 7, 2026, the 95th Tsuchiura All Japan Fireworks Competition lights up Ibaraki. Top pyrotechnicians vie for the Prime Minister's Award with 20,000 shells, starmines, and rich history.
news Japan Life Outdoor 2026年10月18日 Mino Washi Akari Art Exhibition 2026: Historic Lantern Festival Guide The 33rd Mino Washi Akari Art Exhibition opens in Mino, Gifu. Following a triumphant Part 1, Part 2 begins Oct 24 along historic Udatsu streets. Explore this 1300-year papercraft light festival.
news Japan Life Media 2026年10月17日 Passionate Cinema Celebration! Tokyo International Film Festival 2026 Tokyo's Hibiya & Ginza host the 39th Tokyo International Film Festival from Oct 26 to Nov 4, 2026. World-class competitions, open-air cinema, Cannes & Busan comparisons, and insider tips.
news Japan Life Outdoor 2026年10月16日 World's Greatest Book Town in Ecstasy! Kanda Used Book Festival 2026 Tokyo's Jinbocho hosts the 66th Kanda Used Book Festival from Oct 23 to Nov 1, 2026. A 500m corridor with 1M books, rare volumes, global book town comparisons, and iconic curry and cafes await.
news Japan Life Outdoor 2026年10月15日 Fiery Spectacle Behind Jidai Matsuri! Kyoto Kurama Fire Festival 2026 In Kyoto's Kurama, Yuki Shrine hosts the Kurama Fire Festival every Oct 22. Giant torches, the Choppen rite, and sacred palanquins create an awe-inspiring spectacle rooted in Heian history.
news Japan Life Outdoor 2026年10月14日 Red Hills of Wonder! Hitachi Seaside Park Kochia Carnival 2026 Now Open Hitachi Seaside Park's Kochia Carnival 2026 is underway! Celebrating 20 years of planting, 40,000 kochia bushes turn Miharashi Hill crimson alongside gourmet treats, history, and autumn highlights.
news Japan Life Sports 2026年10月13日 Sold Out Again! Grand Sumo Kyushu Basho 2026: Ticket Rush and Highlights Grand Sumo's 2026 finale, the November Kyushu Basho, takes place Nov 8-22 at Fukuoka International Center. Discover key matchups, ticket rush, seating guide, and Hakata gourmet tips.
news Foods Japan Life 2026年10月12日 Hiroshima Food Festival 2026: Autumn Gourmet Gala at Hiroshima Castle Held around Hiroshima Castle and Stadium Park on Oct 24–25, 2026, Hiroshima Food Festival gathers oysters, beef, okonomiyaki, and sake from all 23 local municipalities.
news Japan Life Outdoor 2026年10月11日 Kyoto Jidai Matsuri 2026: Living Historical Scroll Parades Kyoto's Jidai Matsuri takes place on Oct 22, 2026. Featuring 2,000 citizens in authentic period attire across 20 procession rows, it brings 1,000 years of Japanese history vividly to life.
news Japan Life Outdoor 2026年10月10日 Starts Today! Hakkejima Hanabi Symphonia Autumn 2026: Seaside Fireworks Held at Yokohama Hakkejima Sea Paradise from Oct 10, 2026, Hanabi Symphonia syncs 2,500 fireworks with music over the sea. Enjoy boardwalk seats, observation towers, BBQ, and cruises.
news Japan Life Outdoor 2026年10月09日 Takayama Autumn Festival 2026: Moving Yomeimon & Lantern Magic Held on Oct 9–10, 2026, the Takayama Autumn Festival (Hachiman Matsuri) is a UNESCO Intangible Heritage event featuring 11 ornate Yatai floats, mechanical puppets, and glowing lanterns.
news Life Media Travel 2026年10月08日 Cirque du Soleil KOOZA Japan Tour 2027 Guide & Tickets Cirque du Soleil's acclaimed production 'KOOZA' arrives in Japan in Feb 2027 at Odaiba Big Top Tokyo and Osaka! Discover thrilling acts like the Wheel of Death, performance dates, and ticket guides.
news Life Music 2026年10月06日 Maroon 5 Japan Tour! Top 10 Hits & Ticket Pre-Sale Guide Maroon 5 is returning to Japan! Check the full ticket pre-sale lottery schedule, ticketing tips, and explore their top 10 greatest hits like 'Sugar' and 'Sunday Morning' with official YouTube MVs.
news Business Life Technology 2026年10月05日 Amazon Prime Thanks Festival 2026 Guide & Deals Amazon Japan hosts 'Prime Thanks Festival 2026' from Oct 16 to 19, with Pre-Sale from Oct 13. Explore 4M+ deals, up to 10,000 points back, Amazon devices, and free digital trials.
news Japan Life Outdoor 2026年10月04日 Kawagoe Festival 2026: Edo-Style Floats & Hikkawase Guide Experience the UNESCO-listed Kawagoe Festival on Oct 17-18, 2026! Discover 370 years of Edo-period heritage, magnificent double-tiered Dashi floats, and thrilling night Hikkawase musical battles.
news Japan Life Outdoor 2026年10月03日 Japan Halloween 2026: USJ, Disney, Ike-Halo & Shibuya Guide Discover Japan Halloween 2026 on Oct 31 (Sat)! Featuring USJ Horror Nights 15th anniversary, Tokyo Disney Halloween, Ikebukuro Cosplay Fest (tickets/access), and Shibuya street drinking bans.
news Japan Life Outdoor 2026年10月02日 Nagoya Festival 2026: Special Exhibits & Samurai Floats Guide Discover Nagoya Festival 2026 on Oct 17-18! Featuring special exhibits of the Three Heroes floats, Karakuri puppets, vibrant flower cars, stage shows, and free historic site admissions.
news Japan Life Outdoor 2026年10月01日 Niihama Taiko Festival 2026: 54 Massive Floats & Kakikurabe Guide The Niihama Taiko Festival 2026 runs Oct 16-18 in Ehime! Discover 54 massive gold-embroidered 3-ton Taikodai floats, thrilling Kakikurabe lifts, 150-carrier teams, rich history, and schedules.
