Japan Cherry Blossom 2025 Forecast: When & Where to See
Jan 10, 2025 · Cherry blossoms in Japan usually last about two weeks from the start of their bloom to peak bloom. If you're traveling outside of peak times, you can still enjoy early blossoms in southern regions like Kawazu on the Izu Peninsula and Atami City from January to February. For later blossoms, visit colder areas like Sendai and Hokkaido from April to May.
Ring in 2024–25: Top 10 New Year's Events & Countdown ... - LIVE …
Dec 13, 2024 · New Year's Eve in Tokyo is a culturally unique event, distinct from Western-style celebrations. As the year ends, Tokyo emerges as a prime destination for those eager to delve into Japanese New Year traditions. Unlike the lively parties often seen in the West on December 31, Tokyo's New Year's Eve is more about family gatherings, hometown visits, and traditional customs. Even though many Tokyo ...
Entering Japan: Guide to Airport Arrival and Departure Procedures …
Nov 8, 2022 · When entering Japan, the first step after landing at the airport is getting through customs and immigration. Foreign visitors are required to complete various procedures upon arrival. Since the spread of Covid-19 in 2020, following procedures and rules is extremely important to ensure a safe trip! Here we will introduce what you need to prepare before a trip as well as entry procedures as of ...
National Holidays in Japan (2025): Event Calendar and When to …
Nov 11, 2024 · The most event and holiday-heavy time in Japan is the 2-month period in summer between July and August. School is out for the summer holidays, and numerous festivals and fireworks shows are held all throughout the country. There are also four long vacation periods with consecutive public holidays in Japan - Golden Week in May, Obon in mid-August, Silver Week in mid-September, and New Year’s ...
LIVE JAPAN Perfect Guide -official Site
January is a special month in Japan, marking the start of a new year filled with celebrations. In the Kansai region, you’ll find historic events like the "Ebisu Festival," which prays for business prosperity, and the "Wakakusa Yamayaki" in Nara, an ancient tradition that signals the arrival of …
Autumn in Japan 2024: Fall Foliage Forecast & Where to Enjoy the ...
Nov 26, 2024 · Autumn in Japan spans from September to November, with foliage changing from mid-October onwards. The end of November is the peak time to enjoy vibrant foliage across the country. Two waves of foliage occur: yellow leaves (ginkgo trees) in late October, followed by red leaves (Japanese maple) in early November.Peak colors vary by region, influenced by elevation and weather, sometimes extending ...
Japan's Nationwide New Year Sales (2025 Guide): Opening
Dec 12, 2024 · In Japan, 'Hatsu-uri,' or the first sales of the year, marks the beginning of the year when shops, department stores, shopping malls, and electronics retailers go all out with 'Fukubukuro' (lucky bags) sales and special promotions, making them livelier than usual. But you have to be careful as well: open hours change during the Japanese New Year! Around the New Year, many places have special ...
Visiting Japan in April 2025: Complete Guide to Weather ... - LIVE …
Apr 2, 2020 · If you ask anyone who has visited Japan what their favorite time of the year in the country is, they will probably tell you spring. And among the spring months, April is king. This is when sakura trees in most parts of the country are in full bloom, but also a time of festivals, traditional food, amazing sightseeing, and a very welcoming atmosphere all around.
20 Best Things to Do in Kamakura for a Memorable Trip
Oct 16, 2023 · Off the beaten path from the big cities like Tokyo, Kamakura is surrounded by mountains and the sea with rich in nature and culture. Throughout each season the city transforms, from lightly falling sakura petals in the spring to the orange and red fall colors on the trees. The temples and shrines in this small city are teeming with history. However, the city also has its modern side; Kamakura ...
17 Fun Things to Do in Hiroshima - Places to Go, Local Food ...
May 31, 2024 · The Atomic Bomb Dome is part of the larger Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, designed by architect Kenzo Tange and completed in 1955.The park features the Peace Memorial Museum, which vividly depicts the bombing and its aftermath through artifacts and survivor testimonies. Other key sites within the park include the Cenotaph for A-Bomb Victims, which contains the names of over 220,000 individuals ...