The enchanting Cherry Blossom season begins from late March to early April where the Sakura trees come to life, becoming a visual treat drawing locals and travellers alike.

The Gion Shrine is found in the Yamashiro region of Japan. It is located immediately east of Kyoto, across the river from ...

Kyoto’s retail charm shines ... it's a 3-minute walk from Exit 3 of Keihan Railway's Gion Shijo Station. EDION offers tax-free services for purchases over 5,000 yen. By using exclusive coupons from ...

Designated as a Natural Treasure of Japan, the Ishiwarizakura is more than just a tree—it’s a living testament to the unstoppable force of life. Upstairs, uncover Morioka’s samurai legacy and ...

Japan is an alluring destination because of its many juxtapositions. Neon skyscrapers tower over Shinto shrines, and salarymen ride the train next to Harajuku girls. The Land of the Rising Sun ...

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The Kyoto Gion Matsuri is the annual festival of Yasaka Shrine, with a history going back about 1,100 years. It's considered one of the top three festivals in Japan, along with Tokyo’s Kanda ...

Yonehara also learned crafting techniques from artisans of Buddhist altars and Japanese candles. In 2018, when he was 31, Yonehara was chosen as an up-and-coming craftsperson with particularly high ...

the town extended the Kawazuzakura matsuri (Kawazu cherry blossom festival), originally scheduled to end on Feb. 28, to Sunday. During the festival, the blossoms are illuminated from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Japan is home to amazing cultural events – so plan your trip around these Japanese celebrations in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka and more ...

A woman and her daughter look at a showcase featuring 1,605 traditional Japanese dolls at an event celebrating Hina Matsuri, a traditional festival dedicated to the healthy growth of girls, in Konosu, ...

Japan is fighting a forest fire that has damaged dozens of homes and forced hundreds of residents to evacuate in a northeastern coastal city. The fire has burned about 2,100 hectares (5,190 acres ...