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Latest events

Enoshima Illumination

EventJanuary 12, 2026

Each winter, Enoshima Illumination sees thousands of LED lights dazzle visitors to the island with a focus on the iconic Enoshima Sea Candle. This winter illumination festival, known as "Shonan no ...

Wonderfest Japan

EventJanuary 14, 2026

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.

Tokamachi Snow Festival

EventJanuary 17, 2026

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 land...

Asahikawa Winter Festival

EventJanuary 16, 2026

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...

Mito Plum Blossom Festival

EventFebruary 06, 2026

Welcome to the famed Mito plum blossom festival (also known as the Mito Ume Matsuri), during which Kairakuen, one of Japan's most celebrated gardens, dresses up in its most beautiful floral dress.

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