Fragrant Osmanthus! 5 Renowned Spots for Autumn Scents in Japan
Final part of our autumn flower series: fragrant osmanthus (kinmokusei). Explore 5 famous Japanese spots, from Tokyo avenues to 1,200-year-old sacred trees.
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Autumn Seven Herbs: Top 5 Bellflower (Kikyo) Spots from 40,000 Plants!
Exploring Japan's top 5 bellflower spots, from 40,000 plants at Koshoji in Shizuoka to Seimei Shrine and Kyoto temples. Includes botany, flower language, and re-blooming tips.
September Flower Series Part 1: Top 5 Cosmos Spots with 100M Blooms!
Starting our 3-day series on September flowers with cosmos. Featuring Japan's top 5 vast cosmos fields, from 100M blooms in Fukui to Hokkaido and Hitachi.
Oktoberfest 2026! Happening Across Many Venues This Season!
Oktoberfest 2026 returns this autumn across Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse, Shiba Park, LaLaport Toyosu, and Munich, Germany. Here is an overview of the global beer festival.
Final Fireworks of August! Top 3 Shows Including Japan's Premier Competition!
A guide to major fireworks on the final weekend of August 2026. Featuring Omagari Fireworks in Akita, Japan's top competition launching 18,000 shells.
Tickets Sold Out! ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVAL 2026 Takes Place Next Month!
ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVAL 2026 takes place in Chiba this September. Tickets are sold out. Here is an overview of the event's history, venue, and highlights.
Autumn Flavors 2026! Saury and Salmon Catch Forecasts vs. Reality
Explore the 2026 autumn seasonal fish in Japan. Check the latest catch forecasts for Pacific saury, autumn salmon, and return bonito, along with delicious recipes and famous fishing ports.
Super Yosakoi 2026 Held in Harajuku and Omotesando!
Harajuku Omotesando Genki Matsuri Super Yosakoi 2026 will be held on August 29 and 30. Dancers perform at Meiji Jingu and Yoyogi Park. Roads will be closed; parking is unavailable.
Koenji Awaodori 2026! To be held on August 29 and 30!
Koenji Awaodori, a 1-million-visitor event in Koenji (which Kurousagi thought was just a local town, but was wrong!), will feature 10,000 dancers on August 29-30, 2026!
Exciting Asakusa Samba Carnival 2026! Held on August 29!
The 41st Asakusa Samba Carnival—which Kurousagi watched almost every year when living right behind Senso-ji Temple for 7 years—will be held on Saturday, August 29, 2026!
Aug 22-23 Fireworks Festivals
Introducing large-scale fireworks festivals in Japan on August 22-23, 2026. Highlighting the Takasaki Fireworks Festival, featuring its history from the Yorimasa Shrine festival to its intense show.
Up to 80% Off! Summer Premium Outlets Bargain to Start
Premium Outlets in Japan will hold PREMIUM OUTLETS BARGAIN from Aug 21-30, 2026. Around 1,000 stores offer up to 80% off on summer & autumn fashion and lifestyle items.
Summer Koshien Opens! First-Round Results and Next Matchups for All 49 Schools!
The 2026 Summer Koshien (108th National High School Baseball Championship) opened on August 5, and the first-round games are already over. This article introduces the tournament table, historical back
Nippon Domatsuri! An Amazing-Named Festival Opens in Nagoya.
Nippon Domatsuri (Domatsuri) has such an amazing name! Held in Nagoya from Aug 28 to 30, 2026, it reflects the confidence and passion of local people. Learn about this huge student-born dance festival
Tickets Already Sold Out! An Introduction to the 2026 Sumo September Basho.
The 2026 Sumo September Basho, starting Sept 13 at Ryogoku Kokugikan, has already sold out. Explore the generations-clash championship race, Kokugikan culture, and tournament highlights.
Obihiro Heigen Festival 2026 Guide
Obihiro Heigen Festival is Tokachi's largest civic festival, held annually on August 14-15 in Obihiro, Hokkaido. Enjoy the mystical 'Yumefuruya' shrines and Bon dancing.
Summer Delicacy! Introducing the Charm of Flying Fish and Sea Bass in Peak Season in Late August!
Introducing flying fish and sea bass that peak in late August. Learn about the season's background, top ports, local recipes, and 2026 fishery trends under environmental changes.
Coloring next weekend's night sky! Here is a list of major fireworks festivals to be held on August 15 and 16, 2026.
Introducing fireworks festivals held during the Obon season, featuring Suwako Festival's 40,000 fireworks. High crowds are expected, and despite potential typhoons, we check the details.
I really hesitated about introducing Kumamoto's festivals, but at a time like this, I want to convey the charm of this festival which is one of Kumamoto's best assets.
Introducing Yamaga Toro Matsuri of Kumamoto. Though events are canceled this year due to the earthquake, we look back at the past festival to pray for reconstruction and its return.
This Year is the Triennial Hon-matsuri! Water Splash Excitement Returns! Highlights of 2026 Fukagawa Hachiman Matsuri
Fukagawa Hachiman Matsuri of Tomioka Hachiman-gu, an Edo Great Festival. On the 2026 Hon-matsuri, 50 portable shrines parade while people splash water to purify the carriers.
Nagasaki's Soul Send-Off Wrapped in Firecracker Roar! Origins and Highlights of Shorolagashi
Nagasaki's traditional event "Shorolagashi" held on Aug 15. Despite its quiet name, it is filled with firecracker noise! Families parade with handmade boats to mourn the deceased with active energy.
You Don't Know Gunma's Kiryu Yagibushi Matsuri Yet! Heat of Bon Odori & Floats
Gunma is a popular prefecture featured in manga. The unique Kiryu Yagibushi Matsuri, starting on August 7, 2026, for 3 days, is a traditional festival inherited since the Edo period.
Hokkaido's Oldest "Ubagami Daijingu Togyosai" to Be Held on August 9! Magnificent Floats Parade
Held Aug 9 in Esashi, Hokkaido's oldest festival Ubagami Togyosai has a 380-year history of herring-catch gratitude, with 13 gorgeous parade floats and Kyoto-style Gion Hayashi music.
This Weekend's Fireworks Festivals 2026
Check out this weekend's major fireworks festivals from August 8 to 10, 2026. Featuring the giant Utsunomiya Fireworks with 20,000 launches, viewing tips, and schedules.
Yamaguchi Tanabata Chochin Matsuri 2026
Experience the Yamaguchi Tanabata Chochin Matsuri in August 2026. Explore its 600-year history from the Ouchi clan, the glowing lantern tunnels, and safety tips.
Kyoto Gozan Okuribi 2026: History & Viewing Guide
Discover Kyoto Gozan no Okuribi (Daimonji) on August 16, 2026. Learn its historical origins, the five mountain symbols, Goma wooden strips, and best viewpoints.
Tokushima Awa Odori 2026: History & Highlights
Explore Tokushima Awa Odori in August 2026. Discover its 400-year history, male vs. female dance styles, the acoustic sound of Narimono, and key venues.
Kochi Yosakoi Matsuri 2026: History & 3 Rules
Discover the Kochi Yosakoi Matsuri in August 2026. Explore its post-war history, the 3 unique rules (Naruko, melody, and floats), and Awa Odori comparison.
Hachioji Matsuri: Floats & Folk Dance Festival
Discover Hachioji Matsuri, Tokyo's premier summer festival. We introduce its history, the 19 gorgeous wood-carved floats, the Guinness World Record mass dance, and logistics.
Japan Aug 1-2 Fireworks Guide
Guide to Japan's Aug 1-2 fireworks, focusing on Nagaoka's recovery history, Phoenix display, and 2026 access tips.