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Hokkaido in the winter is as cinematic as it as cold. It features some of Japan's most famous winter festivals as well as memorable events throughout the year. Starting with two of the most iconic ...
Aoi Matsuri is one of Kyoto's three most famous annual festivals alongside Gion Matsuri and Jidai Matsuri. Known as the 'Hollyhock' festival, this historic and beautiful celebration dates back to t...
Wonderfest Japan, also known as Wonder Festival Japan, is held twice at year at Makuhari Messe in Chiba and is the biggest figure and garage kit show in Japan.
Held in Japan's 'snow country', the Tokamachi Snow Festival was founded for locals and visitors alike to 'befriend' the heavy snow that falls each year and celebrate the magic it brings to the landscape.
The Asahikawa Winter Festival, in early February, is famous for constructing some of Japan's largest snow sculptures, including a massive main snow stage that seems to defy physics. Don't miss this wonderful winter event.
