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The Galaxy Express 999 50th Anniversary Project - Leiji Matsumoto Exhibition - Journey of Creation Opens September 19 at Kadokawa Culture Museum, With New Movie Teaser Visual Revealed
Saitama

The Galaxy Express 999 50th Anniversary Project - Leiji Matsumoto Exhibition - Journey of Creation Opens September 19 at Kadokawa Culture Museum, With New Movie Teaser Visual Revealed

The Galaxy Express 999 50th Anniversary Project - Leiji Matsumoto Exhibition - Journey of Creation opens September 19 at Kadokawa Culture Museum in Tokorozawa, Saitama, unveiling a teaser visual for a new theatrical film alongside exclusive admission gifts, original merchandise, and collaboration drinks at SACULA DINER.

#News #Anime / Manga +5 more
Royal Pines Hotel Urawa's Top Lounge Captures Deepening Autumn Beauty in a New 'Autumn Grace Tea Salon' Afternoon Tea
Saitama

Royal Pines Hotel Urawa's Top Lounge Captures Deepening Autumn Beauty in a New 'Autumn Grace Tea Salon' Afternoon Tea

From October 1 to November 29, 2026, Royal Pines Hotel Urawa's 19th-floor Top Lounge is serving an autumn-only afternoon tea, Autumn Grace Tea Salon, built around a picture-styled specialite of apple, persimmon, and chestnut alongside hotel-made sweets and French savories, paired with Darjeeling tea from Leafull Darjeeling House. Online reservations open September 19 at 12:00 PM.

#News #Afternoon Tea +5 more
Buko Onsen in Chichibu Marks the Year of the Horse Grand Kaicho With "Kannon Loryu" and "Chichibu Fudasho Bath," Offers Discounted Goshuincho Bands to 34-Temple Pilgrims
Saitama

Buko Onsen in Chichibu Marks the Year of the Horse Grand Kaicho With "Kannon Loryu" and "Chichibu Fudasho Bath," Offers Discounted Goshuincho Bands to 34-Temple Pilgrims

Chichibu Yumoto Buko Onsen in Yokoze, Saitama Prefecture, is introducing a "Kannon Loryu" sauna session and a "Chichibu Fudasho Bath" from September 18 to 30, 2026, plus original goshuincho bands sold at half price to pilgrims who have completed all 34 Chichibu Fudasho temples, to mark the final months of the once-every-12-years Chichibu Fudasho Year of the Horse Grand Kaicho, which runs through November.

#News #Onsen / Hot Spring +2 more
Ofuro Cafe Utatane's 2026 Halloween Event Turns the Bathhouse Into a Fantastical Space of 100 Mirrors
Saitama

Ofuro Cafe Utatane's 2026 Halloween Event Turns the Bathhouse Into a Fantastical Space of 100 Mirrors

Ofuro Cafe Utatane in Saitama City is holding a mirror-themed Halloween event from September 11 to October 31, 2026, with 100 mirrors transforming the facility into a fantastical "Halloween Lounge" for meeting a different version of yourself, alongside villain-style self makeup, a giant roughly 50cm pumpkin, a trick-or-treat challenge, and a Halloween-themed boccia tournament called "Kabotcha."

#News #Events +5 more
Chichibu Night Street: Irodori Sanpo Returns With Its First-Ever Autumn Edition
Saitama

Chichibu Night Street: Irodori Sanpo Returns With Its First-Ever Autumn Edition

Chichibu's nighttime light-up walk moves into autumn for the first time this year, running on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays from September 18 through November 30, with illuminated shrines and temples, a projection-mapped umbrella dome, free lantern rentals, and an Instagram photo contest, marking the finale of the once-in-12-years Chichibu Fudasho Year of the Horse Grand Opening.

#News #Events +4 more
One of East Japan's Largest Tea Festivals, "Kissako TOKOROZAWA TEA FES 2026," Runs October 31 to November 3 — Tickets and Tasting Rally Vendors Announced
Saitama

One of East Japan's Largest Tea Festivals, "Kissako TOKOROZAWA TEA FES 2026," Runs October 31 to November 3 — Tickets and Tasting Rally Vendors Announced

Billed as one of East Japan's largest tea events, "Kissako TOKOROZAWA TEA FES 2026" takes place at Tokorozawa Sakura Town in Saitama for four days from October 31 to November 3, 2026, bringing together Japanese and international tea producers and specialty shops for a tasting rally, plus seminars and hands-on programs.

#News #Events +5 more
Touhou Project Merchandise Lineup Revealed for Atsumare Touhou Station 2026 and Hakurei Shrine Reitaisai Branch Version in Chichibu
Saitama

Touhou Project Merchandise Lineup Revealed for Atsumare Touhou Station 2026 and Hakurei Shrine Reitaisai Branch Version in Chichibu

Touhou Yaoyorozu Shoten has revealed its new Touhou Project merchandise for two Chichibu events this August — Atsumare Touhou Station 2026 on August 29–30 and the Hakurei Shrine Reitaisai Branch Version on August 30 — including acrylic stands pairing Chichibu's mascots with Touhou Project characters and new acrylic figures of Reimu Hakurei and Marisa Kirisame.

#News #Anime Merchandise +4 more
Minami-Koshigaya Rakuun Hosts Up to 16 Food Trucks, an "Ice Cream Championship," and a "Shaved Ice Lab" for Awa Odori 2026
Saitama

Minami-Koshigaya Rakuun Hosts Up to 16 Food Trucks, an "Ice Cream Championship," and a "Shaved Ice Lab" for Awa Odori 2026

To coincide with the Minami-Koshigaya Awa Odori on August 22 and 23, 2026, the Minami-Koshigaya Rakuun shopping complex will host up to 16 food trucks, a nationwide "Ice Cream Championship" where visitors vote for their favorite regional ice cream, and a "Shaved Ice Lab" where two juices can be mixed into a custom-made shaved ice.

#News #Matsuri / Festival +7 more
New Air-Conditioned Cooling Spot "Suzumi-dokoro" Opens at Seibuen Amusement Park, Plus a Full Summer of Cool-Down Content
Saitama

New Air-Conditioned Cooling Spot "Suzumi-dokoro" Opens at Seibuen Amusement Park, Plus a Full Summer of Cool-Down Content

Seibuen Amusement Park in Tokorozawa, Saitama has introduced a new air-conditioned rest spot called "Suzumi-dokoro" (Mobility House) that anyone can casually use to beat the heat, along with a full lineup of summer cooling content including a misty play area, splash shows, and a snow zone using real snow from Sayama Ski Area.

#News #Amusement Park +3 more
Manhole Summit in Arakawa / Sewerage Festa 2026 Comes to Toda, Saitama on October 17
Saitama

Manhole Summit in Arakawa / Sewerage Festa 2026 Comes to Toda, Saitama on October 17

Saitama Prefecture will host the Manhole Summit in Arakawa / Sewerage Festa 2026 at Arakawa Water Reclamation Center Rooftop Park in Toda City on October 17, combining the annual Arakawa Sewerage Festa with the nationwide Manhole Summit for the first time. Admission is free, with family-friendly activities such as a walk rally, a petting zoo, and a manhole card game tournament.

#News #Events +3 more
Iwatsuki's Castle Town Turns Edo-Era This Autumn for the 14th "Castle Town Iwatsuki Falconry Parade," Calling for 55 General Cast Members
Saitama

Iwatsuki's Castle Town Turns Edo-Era This Autumn for the 14th "Castle Town Iwatsuki Falconry Parade," Calling for 55 General Cast Members

On November 3, 2026, Iwatsuki in Saitama City will host the 14th Castle Town Iwatsuki Falconry Parade, a historical procession reenacting Tokugawa Ieyasu's falconry visits to the area, and the organizing committee is now recruiting about 55 general participants — from fourth grade through seniors, regardless of nationality — with applications due August 21, 2026.

#News #Matsuri / Festival +5 more
Pokémon Peaceful Place, Sylvanian Families, Pompompurin, Ponkickies and More Gather for "ICON SUMMIT," the Character Event That Drew Over 20,000 Visitors Last Year, at Two Locations
Osaka

Pokémon Peaceful Place, Sylvanian Families, Pompompurin, Ponkickies and More Gather for "ICON SUMMIT," the Character Event That Drew Over 20,000 Visitors Last Year, at Two Locations

The character crossover event "ICON SUMMIT," which drew more than 20,000 visitors last year, is being held this summer at two locations — JR Omiya Station and Abeno Q's Mall in Osaka — with pop-up shops for Pokémon Peaceful Place, Sylvanian Families, Pompompurin, Ponkickies, and more.

#News #Characters +7 more
Seibu-en Amusement Park Returns with Second Collaboration Event for The Birth of Kitaro The Mystery of GeGeGe
Saitama

Seibu-en Amusement Park Returns with Second Collaboration Event for The Birth of Kitaro The Mystery of GeGeGe

Seibu-en Amusement Park in Tokorozawa, Saitama is hosting "Gegege no Yuenchi Part 2," a second collaboration event with the anime film The Birth of Kitaro The Mystery of GeGeGe, running from July 17 to September 13, 2026. Featuring newly drawn visuals by the film's character designer Touko Yatabe, the event includes a mystery rally, carnival games, collaboration food, exclusive merchandise, and special recording-only voice performances.

#News #Amusement Park +4 more
Kawagoe's New Specialty "Bushu Kawagoe Ju" - Exquisite Roast Beef Bowl Featuring Rare Local Brand Wagyu. Gelato Collaboration with a Long-Established Confectionery Shop is Also Popular
Saitama

Kawagoe's New Specialty "Bushu Kawagoe Ju" - Exquisite Roast Beef Bowl Featuring Rare Local Brand Wagyu. Gelato Collaboration with a Long-Established Confectionery Shop is Also Popular

A new culinary landmark in Kawagoe offers chef Mitsumasa Kadohira's signature dishes. The "Bushu Kawagoe Ju" features luxurious roast beef made from local brand Bushu Wagyu beef, while the "Kameya x ECCOLA Dorayaki Gelato" combines seven flavors of Saitama ingredients, creating unforgettable tastes unique to Kawagoe.

#News #New Opening +7 more
Saitama Travel: 7 classic spots you must not miss when sightseeing
Saitama

Saitama Travel: 7 classic spots you must not miss when sightseeing

Saitama Prefecture, which is quite accessible from Tokyo, is full of attractive sightseeing spots! We have carefully selected 7 places worth visiting, including photo-worthy museums, beautiful natural scenery, and shopping spots. Enjoy a memorable trip in Saitama, where Japanese traditions and modern entertainment merge! What is Saitama Prefecture? Saitama Prefecture is located in the northern […]

#Art / Design #Hidden Gem +7 more
Things to Do in Kawagoe, Saitama - A Day Trip Guide to Tokyo's Nearby Edo-Era Town
Saitama

Things to Do in Kawagoe, Saitama - A Day Trip Guide to Tokyo's Nearby Edo-Era Town

Kawagoe in Saitama Prefecture is one of the easiest day trips from Tokyo, just 30 minutes by train. Known as Little Edo for its preserved warehouse district and Toki no Kane bell tower, the town is packed with sweet potato treats, traditional candy shops, a famous shrine for matchmaking, and local sake tasting spots. Here is our full-day itinerary covering the highlights.

#Cafe #Day Trip +15 more