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15 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Northern Japan April-May 2025

The cherry blossom season in Japan is short, but luckily there are places that have late blooming sakura! Check out these great cherry blossom viewing spots in Tohoku and Hokkaido in April and May!

2025.04.07

Places to visit in Japan

15 Spring Festivals in Japan 2025

Spring in Japan is a season of vibrant festivals, from cherry blossom celebrations to cultural events. Discover the top 15 spring festivals in Japan for 2025 and immerse yourself in the beauty and traditions of Japan during this magical season.

2025.03.03

Events

Day Trip to Mt. Hodo From Tokyo: A Great Hiking Tour for Families and Beginners

Venture out of the hustle and bustle of Tokyo on a day trip to Mt. Hodo in Saitama! Great for families and beginners, this hiking tour will give you a taste of the beautiful nature Japan has to offer.

2024.03.11

Tours and Workshop

A Luxury Tour of One of Niigata’s Historic Treasured Residences

Venture off the beaten path to one of Niigata's historic treasured residences on a luxury tour like none other. With over 6,000 antiques and beautiful traditional architecture, it is a must visit on your Japan trip!

2024.02.16

Tours and Workshop

Premium Gagaku Sutra and Pipe Organ Night Concert at Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple

Make your way to Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple for a magnificent night concert! Learn all about the traditional instruments that will be used, and enjoy the Buddhist ceremonial concert!

2023.11.16

Tours & Workshops

Unforgettable Early Morning Buddhist Temple Experience at Tsukiji Hongwanji

Step into the world of Buddhism and partake in an early morning temple experience at Tsukiji Hongwanji! Get an exclusive temple experience like no other and immerse yourself in the daily rituals of the Buddhist priests.

2023.11.15

Tours & Workshops

10 Best Agritourism Destinations in Japan

Have you ever gotten tired of the city and wanted to stay out in the countryside of Japan? Agritourism is a great way to do this! Here are 10 of the best agritourism destinations in Japan.

2023.01.18

Places to visit in Japan

10 Best Things to Do in Akita

Have you ever been up north to the Tohoku region of Japan? The less traveled prefecture of Akita is a place with lots of hidden gems. Here are 10 of the best things to do in Akita!

2022.12.21

Tohoku

Fukushima Exclusion Zone 2-Day Tour: Is it Safe to Visit in 2024?

Are you wondering if it's safe to visit Fukushima after the 2011 disaster? The answer is yes! Through this 2-day tour, learn all about the area and how far Fukushima has come in the reconstruction process.

2022.12.16

Fukushima

10 Best Things to Do in The Noto Peninsula of Ishikawa

Have you ever been to the Hokuriku region before? There is a hidden gem that is the Noto Peninsula, with some amazing things to do. Find out more here!

2022.11.14

Chubu