Culture Sado Island Galaxy Art Festival 2025-2026 Apr 25th - Mar 8th Known for its pristine natural landscapes and longstanding traditions, Niigata's Sado Island is no slouch on the art scene,..
Culture Yushima Tenjin Ume Matsuri 2026 Early Feb - Early Mar In February, don't miss Yushima Tenjin shrine and the plum blossoms
Culture Bikkuri Hinamatsuri 2026 Mid Feb - Early Mar The traditional "doll appreciation season" is just around the corner! Enjoy this hina-doll festival that is held in a historical..
Activities Tsunan Snow Festival 2026 Early Mar Parts of Niigata Prefecture often get referred to as yukiguni (snow country) thanks to the region's massive amount of winter..
Activities Nagoya Women's Marathon 2026 Sunday - Mar 8th Held every March in Aichi Prefecture, the Nagoya Women's Marathon is recognized as the largest women-only marathon in the world...
Culture Nagaoka Hodare Festival 2026 Early Mar Wishing for fertility? The annual Nagaoka Hodare Festival is said to bring luck to those trying for a child, or hoping for a bountiful..
Food Uonuma no Jin Rice and Sake Festival 2026 Early Mar The Uonuma no Jin Rice and Sake Festival showcases two products that are associated with this region of Japan. Various breweries..
Activities Hitsujigaoka Snow Park 2026 Mid Jan - Early Mar If you're looking for some family-friendly fun this winter, look no further than the Hitsujigaoka Snow Park event. Held for..