Explore Japan Tourism In 2026
Visit Kokura Castle in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka: five-floor museum, reconstructed keep, Katsuyama Park, Japanese garden and access from Kokura Station.
Visit Naritasan Shinshoji in Narita: historic Buddhist halls, daily goma fire rites, temple park, Omotesando street and access from Narita Airport.
Plan Kyoto’s Kurama Fire Festival: annual October 22 Yuki Shrine ritual, Eizan railway crowds, local restrictions and practical advice for 2027.
Hirosaki Castle in 2026: main keep interior closed since November 2025, castle return work through March 2027, park, sakura and access.
See Nozawa Onsen Dosojin Fire Festival on Jan 15, 2027: village sacred-fire ritual, lodging and viewing restrictions, winter transport and safety.
Explore Akashi in Hyogo: Uonotana fish market, Akashiyaki dumplings, castle park, Akashi Kaikyo Bridge views and easy trains from Kobe.
Plan the Ogasawara Islands from Tokyo: 24-hour Ogasawara Maru ferry, Chichijima and Hahajima, protected beaches, whale watching and trip costs.
Visit Daio Wasabi Farm in Azumino: free entry, 8am–5pm March–November, 2026 seasonal clear boats, wasabi food and access from Hotaka Station.
Explore Sakuragicho Yokohama: 2026 Air Cabin ¥1,000 one-way, Minato Mirai waterfront walks, railway history, Red Brick Warehouse and station access.
Visit Nokogiriyama in Chiba: 2026 ¥1,200 ropeway return, separate Nihonji admission, Jigoku Nozoki lookout, giant Buddha and ferry access.
Plan Aso Farm Land in Minamiaso: free day-area admission, paid forest activities, hot springs, domed stays, Akamizu Station and family tips.
Visit Kyoto International Manga Museum: 2026 ¥1,200 adult admission, 10am–5pm hours, Wednesday closures, Karasuma Oike access and manga exhibits.