Spring Equinox Weekend in Japan: 7 Unmissable Events for March 20–22, 2026
Make the most of Japan's Shunbun no Hi holiday weekend with geiko dances, rock festivals, cherry blossom illuminations, and more.
February 26, 2026
Shonan & Enoshima: A Spring Coastal Getaway from Tokyo (March 2026)
Escape Tokyo for a day at the Shonan coast — the 43rd Enoshima Spring Festival, Moominvalley fireworks, and seaside charm await in mid-March 2026.
February 25, 2026
Taste of Spring: Japan's Best Food Festivals in Mid-March 2026
From wild game in Kyushu to strawberry heaven in Osaka and sake tasting in Kyoto, discover the tastiest spring food festivals happening across Japan in March 2026.
February 25, 2026
Beyond Tokyo & Kyoto: 5 Hidden Spring Gems to Visit in Mid-March 2026
Skip the crowds and discover Japan's lesser-known spring destinations — from coastal festivals to castle cherry blossoms and theme park fireworks.
February 25, 2026
Japan's Spring Art Season: 5 Must-Visit Museums & Exhibitions in March 2026
From Tokyo's modern art revival to Shimane's legendary garden museum, discover the best art exhibitions opening across Japan this March.
February 24, 2026
Kyoto's Sacred Spring Ceremonies: Nehan-e, Seiryu-e & Higan in Mid-March 2026
Experience Kyoto's most mystical spring rituals: Nirvana ceremonies at ancient Zen temples, the Blue Dragon procession at Kiyomizu-dera, and the peaceful Equinox observances — all in mid-March.
February 23, 2026
Kansai Spring Trifecta: Sake, Strawberries & Sakura in Mid-March 2026
A traveler's guide to the best food, drink, and cherry blossom events across Kyoto, Osaka, and Himeji in mid-March 2026.
February 22, 2026
Greater Tokyo Spring Escapes: 5 Day Trips for Mid-March 2026
From Roppongi cherry blossoms to Enoshima festivals and Moominvalley fireworks — the best spring day trips from Tokyo in mid-March 2026.
February 21, 2026
Japan's Pop Culture Spring: Anime, VTubers & Cosplay Events in March 2026
From the massive hololive SUPER EXPO to cosplay meetups and anime collaborations, here's your guide to Japan's biggest pop culture events in March 2026.
February 20, 2026
Fushimi Sake District: A Traveler's Guide to Kyoto's Historic Brewery Quarter
Explore Kyoto's Fushimi district — Japan's second-largest sake brewing region. Visit centuries-old breweries, taste award-winning nihonshu, and catch the Fushimi Sake Festival in March 2026.
February 19, 2026
Kyoto After Dark: A Guide to Spring Night Illuminations 2026
Discover Kyoto's most magical nighttime temple illuminations this spring — from Toji's iconic pagoda to Kodaiji's mirror-pond reflections and Arashiyama's bamboo glow.
February 18, 2026
Mid-March Weekend Guide: 5 Unmissable Spring Events Across Japan
From Tokyo's first cherry blossoms to Kyoto sake festivals and coastal spring celebrations, here are five incredible events to catch in mid-March 2026.
February 17, 2026