Akutai Matsuri Bad-Mouthing Festival
One of the most unusual festivals to be held in Japan, the Akusou Matsuri or bad-mouthing festival, is held at the foot of Mt. Atago, at Atago Shrine and Iizuna Shrine.
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Doge Day
Doge Day celebrates the life of the Internet famous Shiba Inu, Kabosu.
Lion King themed campervans to go on sale in Japan
Toy Factory, the number one manufacturer of campervans based on the Toyota Hiace in Japan, have announced that they will be releasing a limited edition Lion King themed campervan.
Sendai Christmas Market
Nishikicho Park in Sendai will be playing host to a European style Christmas market this holiday season.
New sushi restaurant in Tokyo combines the cuteness of bears with Japanese tradition
Sushi Bears, a newly opened restaurant in Tokyo's busy Asakusa district, aims to please both locals and tourists alike by combining the essence of kawaii with traditional sushi.
The 2025 Pokémon Center lucky bag is so big it’s actually a box
Fans of Pokémon were able to apply for a chance to buy this years Pokémon Center lucky bag between 25th November and 2nd December and will shortly find out if they've been successful.
Kobe Christmas Market
Enjoy a traditional Christmas market set against the stunning backdrop of Kobe at the Nunobiki Herb Garden and Ropeway.
CHURA MIKU STREET in Okinawa
A collaboration between Hatsune Miku and Okinawa's popular tourist destination, Kokusai Street.
Okayama exclusive omiyage cake sees Momotaro re-imagined as a Panda
Katanukiya have now began releasing "Local Panda Baumkuchen", which sees their classic panda "cut-out" cakes take on a region inspired design.
CoCo Ichibanya’s 2025 lucky bag is practically free – if you can consume enough curry
CoCo Ichibanya, Japan's largest chain of curry houses, have announced the contents of their 2025 lucky bag as well as details of how customers can get their hands on them.