Culture Ueno Artist Project 2025-2026 Mid Nov - Early Jan The Ueno Artist Project is an exhibition series which started back in 2017, and it takes on a different theme each year.
Activities Okinawa Zoo & Museum Christmas Fantasy 2025-2026 Mid Dec - Early Jan The Okinawa Zoo & Museum Christmas Fantasy event has been running for over 25 years now, and is one of the largest illumination..
Culture Tsubaki Matsuri 2026 Early Jan Tsubaki Matsuri is one of Matusyama's most popular festivals, and one that is unique to the region.
Culture Maebashi Hatsuichi Festival 2026 Friday - Jan 9th Held every year on January 9th, the Maebashi Hatsuichi Festival is a fun way to set your intentions for the coming year. The event..
Culture Ebisu Festival in Kyoto 2026 Early - Mid Jan Held at Yasaka Shrine in Japan's former capital Kyoto, the Ebisu Festival is Kyoto's first festival of the New Year, dedicated..
Activities Saga Light Fantasy 2025-2026 Late Oct - Mid Jan Illumination events are a staple over the winter months in Japan, and the annual Saga Light Fantasy event has now been running..
Culture Tokyo Auto Salon 2026 Jan 9th - Jan 11th Tokyo Auto Salon showcases many racing and modified vehicles, new technology and beautiful models.
Culture Toh-Shiya at Sanjusangen-do 2026 Mid Jan Held at Sanjusangen-do temple in Japan's ancient capital of Kyoto, Toh-Shiya is the first Japanese archery competition of the..