Sohei Festival 2026 Early Oct Komono Town in Mie Prefecture will once again be lit by fire and tradition as the Sohei Festival takes place in early October at..
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Oumi Summer Festival at Ikuta Shrine 2026 Early Aug If you're visiting Kobe this August, make time for the Oumi Summer Festival, a lively three-day celebration held at Ikuta Shrine...
Planning Osaka Makes Lonely Planet's Best in Travel List Kim Bergström Nov 12, 2024 Released on an annual basis, the Lonely Planet Best in Travel list highlights the top countries, cities, and regions to visit for..
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Culture Nintendo Museum Opening October 2024 Tom Roseveare Jun 17, 2024 In Nintendo's recent financial earnings report released in May 2024, the company confirmed the Nintendo Museum will finally..
Culture March Grand Sumo Tournament (Osaka) 2027 Mar 14th - Mar 28th Japan's second grand sumo tournament is held in Osaka at the EDION Arena Osaka. This 15-day event is a part of a six-tournament..
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