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The 43rd Tainai Star Festival will be held August 28-30, 2026, at Tainai-daira in Niigata Prefecture's Tainai City. Free and open to everyone, the festival drew about 25,000 visitors last year and features more than 50 domestic and international astronomy and optics exhibitors, hands-on stargazing programs, a special stage event, and more.
On September 12, 2026, a guided walk exploring the Japan Heritage story "Living with Whales" and the nature of Ugui Peninsula takes place in Nachikatsuura, Wakayama, marking two anniversaries.
Starting August 17, 2026, Asatoretamago BASE, the campsite at KURAGARI Village on Mt. Ikoma, is delivering fluffy shaved ice straight to campers' sites, letting guests enjoy the treat by the campfire at an elevation of about 390 meters.
6ty6 Vacation Home, a whole-house rental in Niseko featuring works by Hokkaido and Japanese artists, a picture window onto the surrounding forest, and three bedrooms for up to 8 guests, began taking reservations on August 12, 2026, under new operator "& Yado Kanri."
From August 3 to September 15, 2026, BUSO BREWERY near Machida Station is offering a new beer garden course with all-you-can-drink, brewery-fresh craft beer and a food course served on an open-air terrace.
Kinokawa Citizens' Festival 2026, a hand-made summer festival organized by the Kinokawa Citizens' Festival Executive Committee in Wakayama Prefecture, will feature one of the prefecture's largest fireworks displays alongside stalls run by local businesses and community groups.
TOKYO CRAFTS will hold a two-day exhibition and sale event, "PLACE in Fumotoppara," at the popular Fumotoppara campground in Fujinomiya, Shizuoka Prefecture, on September 12 and 13, 2026, showcasing new tents and gear alongside an outlet sale and hands-on activities.
HAKUBA Mountain Festival 2026, set for August 29–30 at Usagidaira Terrace on Hakuba Happo-one, has revealed its final wave of performers — DJ REN and four artists joining the THE LOCAL ICONICS powered by TuneCore Japan stage — along with the full two-day timetable across 17 stage sets, capped by a fireworks finale on opening night.
Amanohashidate Rikyu HOSHINO-OTO, a one-villa-per-night retreat in Kyoto's Amanohashidate area, has added a private sauna for up to two guests to its "Migiwa" room, joining the room's existing gold and silver natural hot springs and private pool for a self-contained hot-cold bathing circuit.
From September 5 to November 8, 2026, Kijimadaira Village in Nagano Prefecture debuts "Mountain-Loving Illumination in Kijimadaira," a new highland-style illumination event pairing a starry sky with roughly 400,000 lights, a music-and-fountain show, and a light-sculpture "zoo" over its 65-day run.
The 4th AMA-RYO-SAI 2026 takes place September 12 and 13 across three venues near Hanshin Amagasaki Station — Amagasaki Castle Ruins Park, Chuo Park, and AMA-NEST — with a brand-new water play area, festival stalls, a stamp rally, and cooling mist zones to help visitors beat the late-summer heat.
COCO VILLA Itoshima, a whole-villa rental with a private sauna and direct beach access for up to 14 guests, opened in Fukuoka's Itoshima on August 12, 2026, just 35 minutes by car from Hakata Station.
GALA YUZAWA MOUNTAIN FIELD's summer park is in full swing, headlined by its new Panorama Coaster, with the three-day "GALA Night Festival" returning August 12 to 14 and featuring night gondola views, festival stalls, sky lanterns, and fireworks.
From August 22 to September 30, 2026, Hoshi no Mori Auto Campground in Nagano's Uruki Village is running "Mori Office," a summer program that opens the air-conditioning-free campground at 1,200 meters elevation to remote workers as well as campers, with a shared meeting room, forest trails, and a mission-based stay that comes with a local specialty gift.
Nijigen no Mori's Crayon Shin-chan Adventure Park will renew its attraction area in spring 2027, making this year the last chance to enjoy the current zip line and athletic course. A last-year campaign called "Last! Doki ga Munemune~Daisakusen!" launches August 13, 2026, opening with an original sticker giveaway for visiting guests.
Licensed Heaven Artists from across Tokyo will gather at Ueno Onshi Park on October 23 to 25, 2026 for performances and live music, with free admission for all visitors.
Art Bell Ange Kushiro, a wedding venue in Hokkaido, is opening its garden and indoor spaces for "SUMMER BEER GARDEN 2026" on August 21 and 22, offering a 120-minute all-you-can-eat-and-drink buffet with live cooking, shaved-ice sours, and a festival-style game corner for families and friends.
Kobe Rokko Meets Art 2026 beyond is adding new elements to three Outdoor Art Zone works and welcoming a new installation by Bangladeshi artist Mojahid Musa at ROKKO Mori no Oto Museum's SIKI Garden, with last-minute discount viewing passports on sale from August 7 to August 28, 2026, ahead of the festival's August 29 opening.
Amariyama Green Lodge, on the slopes of Mt. Amari in Nirasaki City, Yamanashi Prefecture, offers cool highland breezes and a sky full of stars at an elevation of about 1,600 meters, along with powered auto-camping, lodge stays, and summer events such as a sitar night and a natural yeast bread class.
The 4th Awaji Island COSPLAY ~Awacos~ Powered by World Cosplay Summit is set to take place on Monday, October 12, 2026, at the Nijigen no Mori anime park on Awaji Island, welcoming cosplayers and photographers from across Japan and around the world.
LUCY Oze Hatomachi by Hoshino Resorts is partnering with outdoor footwear brand KEEN for a one-night, two-day event called "LUCY x KEEN Outdoor Weekend," combining shoe fittings, a Leave No Trace workshop, an acoustic mini-live, and a guided hike through Oze.
TON, a whole-house rental renovated from a 1982 Japanese home in the rice paddies of Saku, Nagano Prefecture, opened on July 27, 2026. Created by local creative studio BUPPHA, the property sleeps up to 12 guests and features an 8-person sauna, a DJ booth, and a wood deck overlooking the fields.
With daytime heat at record highs, Accor is proposing seven premium evening experiences for cooling off after sunset at its hotels across Japan, from open-air terrace dining and a lit-up night pool to a four-night ghost-story dinner and rooftop stargazing.
Oshu City in Iwate Prefecture is testing WANDERIDE, glafit's e-bike micro-sharing service, with free trial rides around Oshu Lake throughout August 2026. Riders aged 16 and up can explore lakeside routes on an electric cycle that requires no driver's license.
HIBIYA SUMMER DINER, the centerpiece of Tokyo Midtown Hibiya's HIBIYA MID SUMMER 2026, adds new sandwich, taco, and drink options for lantern-lit summer evenings, alongside live music nights and a new soft-serve flavor at the neighboring あいぱく® TOKYO ice cream shop.
Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse's summer event Red Brick Sunset 2026, themed around Santa Monica on the American West Coast, continues with free admission through August 30, 2026, now featuring newly added carnival games, a misty cooling zone, and a lineup of American-style food and drinks.
Takino Suzuran Hillside National Government Park's Takino Forest Zone West Area in Sapporo is hosting the Takino Forest Insect Outdoor Museum daily through August 11, inviting visitors to search for insects and other creatures with adventure cards, an insect bingo game, and free net and cage rentals.
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.
Niseko Konbu Onsen Tsuruga Bessou MOKU NO SHO is now offering two summer stay plans that let guests enjoy Niseko's greenery from above, one including a sightseeing gondola ride and facility vouchers, and another featuring an early-morning tethered hot air balloon flight.
Rooftop BBQ restaurant DELTA+SKY at Omiya Rakuun is running a summer-only "cooling experience" fair, adding a frozen beer frappe, boozy shaved ice, house-made lemon sours, and sangria to its hands-free BBQ plans.
For a limited run in August and September 2026, Hotel New Otani Makuhari's Shell Pool is offering a new "Pool Inclusive Plan," bundling night pool admission with a choice of three add-on tiers, from drinks to premium poolside seating.
Surfeel Spa Okinawa, the sauna and spa facility at Laguna Garden Hotel in Ginowan, Okinawa, is extending its outdoor pool hours to 9:00 PM from July 18 through August 31, 2026, adding new daybeds and lantern lighting for a Night Pool with Okinawan food and drinks at the poolside bar.
Hyotanjima Park and its surroundings in Saga City are once again filled with more than 250,000 blooming sunflowers, at their best from late July to early August. Visitors can enjoy free viewing and photography, plus the popular limited-time sunflower pick-your-own event from August 1 to 13.
Tateshina Tokyu Hotel in Chino City, Nagano, has completed the first phase of a renovation to its cottage building, introducing a "Pet Welcome Cottage" that begins welcoming guests together with their dogs on August 20, 2026.
campass Omiya, a camp practice facility 7 minutes on foot from Omiya Station's west exit, is opening a free summer playground with a daytime Pool Plaza and an evening Fireworks Plaza for a limited time, along with new all-you-can-drink BBQ plans.
Courtyard by Marriott Tokyo Station is offering "Shinshu Terroir BBQ," a dinner BBQ menu built around ingredients from the Shinshu region (Nagano Prefecture), from August 1 to October 31, 2026, at DINING & BAR LAVAROCK on the hotel's first floor, featuring りんご和牛 ribeye, 信州太郎ポーク, venison sausage, and shell-on scallops.
Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort in Nagano is introducing a summer-only "Hakuba Morikaze Picnic" plan starting July 29, offering a picnic setup with Northern Alps views at an elevation of about 1,289 meters, including a make-your-own sandwich experience with local Hakuba ingredients.
On Sunday, August 2, Kawasaki's Asao Ward is opening the nearly finished Shitte-Kurokawa Line tunnel for one last public tour, along with hands-on events including 3x3 soccer, parkour-style tag, and sparkler-making inside the tunnel.
SIKI Garden at Rokko Musical Box Museum & Gardens MORINONE will hold its Autumn Season from August 29 to November 30, 2026, with fall foliage beginning in late October, a seed-picking workshop, and Halloween-themed photo spots.
THE BONDS SPA Ocean Private Villa - Chiba Shirahama - at the southern tip of the Boso Peninsula has added a new annex, EAST OCEAN VILLA HANARE, a two-story villa room with its own open-air hot spring bath for up to 12 guests.
On Saturday, August 1 and Sunday, August 2, 2026, Mitsui Outlet Park Sendai Port hosts Water Battle, a free water-gun activity in its parking lot plaza where visitors ages 5 and up are guaranteed to get soaked while cooling off from the summer heat.
The Koshigaya Fireworks Festival, a summer tradition in Koshigaya City, Saitama Prefecture, was held on Saturday, July 25, 2026, drawing an estimated 250,000 visitors who watched fireworks launch from the embankment between Kasai Yosui (葛西用水) and the Moto-Arakawa River.
MINIMAL WORKS is launching three new tents, including its first air-frame models, the large SHELTER GM and the A-frame SUPERPOSITION MGX-600, both with one-push automatic setup, alongside the ultralight SHELTER G AIR.
Mother Farm in Futtsu City, Chiba Prefecture, is currently in full bloom with about 20,000 deep pink Momoiro Toiki petunias covering the hillside "Hana no Tani" flower field, a summer-only scene best enjoyed on clear days.
Three Ooedo Onsen Monogatari hotels in Katayamazu Onsen, Ishikawa, are offering a new plan combining a kayak or SUP experience on Shibayama Lagoon with a free ticket to the local public bathhouse, bookable from July 27, 2026, with stays and experiences starting August 1.
To mark July 24, Self-Medication Day, supplement brand Orthomol held a wellness event called Orthomol presents "TUNE YOURSELF" at Shonan's Chigasaki Southern Beach, inviting creators to spend a morning on beach activities, nutritional support, and Tuning Yoga.
Seizan Golf Course in Karuizawa is opening its fairways free of charge on August 23, 2026, so children can play on the natural lawn and dogs can join a dedicated lawn walk, alongside golf-themed activities for the whole family.
Altra's Olympus 275 HiLo trail running shoe arrives on July 24, 2026, with a lighter, softer Altra EGO MAX midsole and a Vibram Megagrip outsole featuring new TractionLug traction for technical terrain.
YADOKARI is now accepting applications for "YADOKARI VILLAGE TOUR Vol.3," a 2-night, 3-day monitor tour based at its tiny house lodging in Kita-Karuizawa this September, where guests harvest cabbage in a 360° field, ride along on a farm work vehicle, and share a meal with Tsumagoi Village locals. Applications are open from July 22 to August 24, 2026, limited to four groups.
BaneBAGUS Akasaka Mitsuke, a one-minute walk from Akasaka Mitsuke Station, has renovated its terrace area into an all-weather, semi-private lounge with sofa seating and individual air conditioning at every table, alongside new BBQ plans featuring premium ingredients.
French knife brand Opinel has introduced a new "Sport Line" series built for extreme outdoor environments — mountaineering, the sea, and canoeing — with three models, the neo7 ALPINE, HORIZON No.08, and OCEAN No.09.
Harvest Hill's popular water play spot, Splash Plaza, is now filled with over 3,500 rubber ducks for summer. Starting in August, the park also opens two hours earlier so visitors can beat the heat.
Tokyo Sports Wellness Village is hosting "Ariake Summer Splash," a new water play event, on weekends in August 2026 at livedoor URBAN SPORTS PARK in Tokyo's Ariake, combining an upgraded "Water Survival Game" with a 500-yen festival and a cool-down food fest.
KURAGARI Village's "Egg Café," about 30 minutes from Osaka with views over Mount Ikoma and Kuragari Pass, is rolling out a summer-only menu from July 18 through October 31, 2026. The lineup includes fluffy omurice and tamago-kake gohan sets made with same-day eggs, plus shaved ice, seasonal sodas, and draft beer.
Starting July 25, 2026, atmos Shinjuku is hosting a pop-up dedicated to THE NORTH FACE's VECTIV series, featuring five new footwear models along with a limited novelty gift for purchasers.
With another hot summer forecast, Prince Grand Resort Karuizawa is offering a lineup of "cool escape" experiences — a summer snow play area, a misting station on the ski slopes, nighttime nature tours, and chilled seasonal menus — to help visitors beat the heat at the cool highland resort.
A highland-type colony of around 2,000 Nikko daylilies is now in full bloom beside the Rock Garden at Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden in Kobe, carpeting the area in vivid yellow. The garden is also hosting a special exhibition on plants and insects through late September.
Shiraraso Grand Hotel in Shirahama, Wakayama, is partnering with SIEFtour to launch hotel-departure day-trip tours from July 17, 2026, taking guests to the rarely accessible Phoenix Fold rock formation, the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route, and the Nanki-Shirahama Geopark.
From July 24 to September 25, 2026, the historic wedding venue Tokyo Afrodite in Nihonbashi opens its rooftop garden and hall to the public for the "Italian Beer Garden & Hall," pairing beer and Italian wine with chef-crafted dishes such as summer vegetable caponata, tuna prosciutto cappellini, and grilled pork shoulder.
Yatsugatake Agricultural College's 10-hectare flower field, YATZ GARDEN, is offering hot air balloon rides on July 20, 25, and 26, 2026, giving riders a bird's-eye view of blooming marigolds, Colors, and salvia alongside the Yatsugatake mountains. Advance reservations are open now.
Pool Kingdom in ABURAYAMA FUKUOKA, in Fukuoka City, runs July 18 through August 26, 2026, with a giant waterslide, a kids' athletic pool, a Saturday night pool overlooking the city, kitchen cars, a free lottery, and other bonus content added for summer.
amu is adding a new BLUE colorway to its Buddy Cap, made from amuca, a material upcycled from used fishing nets, with the color debuting in person on July 18-19 at a cycling and fishing festival held at Tamagawa Takashimaya S.C. ahead of Marine Day.
COCO VILLA Yoro Keikoku, a two-building whole-villa rental just steps from the Yoro River in Ichihara, Chiba Prefecture, opened on July 9, 2026, featuring a barrel sauna overlooking the gorge along with SUP boards and kayaks for river activities.
Nagasakibana Beach Resort in Bungotakada City, Oita Prefecture, is opening a BEACH CAFE for the Nagasakibana Summer Festival on July 19, when about 600 fireworks light up the night sky just steps from the resort.
From July 18, 2026, outdoor brand NANGA is holding its annual "Natsu Matsuri" summer festival at NANGA Shop locations nationwide and on NANGA ONLINE SHOP, featuring gachagacha prizes, hands-on workshops, and new goldfish-motif T-shirts and caps.
RESOL no MORI Obon 2026 runs from August 8 to 16, 2026, at Grandvaux Spa Village in Chiba, offering nine limited-time programs built around the cool of summer, including SUP fitness, a floating sound bath, indigo dyeing, sparkler making, and a Perseid meteor shower stargazing tour.
Sagamiko Mori Mori in Kanagawa is opening "Morimori Noboru," an 18-meter net-climbing attraction built onto its parking-lot elevator tower, on August 1, 2026, with an opening event featuring BUDDiiS members MORRIE and SHOOT.
Vision Glamping Resort Yamanakako in Yamanashi Prefecture and Koshikano Onsen in Kagoshima Prefecture are introducing Shark's high-power tower fans for a limited time this summer, joining SharkNinja's initiative to keep guests cool in fully private tents and rooms at no extra charge.
Yokohama Mores' rooftop "Mores BBQ Beer Garden" is offering a limited-time BBQ plan supervised by select shop BEAMS LIFE YOKOHAMA from July 24 to August 31, featuring an all-you-can-eat Asian-style deli, a premium BBQ plate, and mala tang paired with original seasonings.
Gunma Safari Park in Tomioka, Gunma Prefecture, celebrates its 47th anniversary with a "Time Travel Safari" summer program running daily from July 18 to August 23, 2026, featuring nostalgic exhibits, retro goods, limited-time menus, a quiz stamp rally, and 17 nights of "Night Museum" events.
The one-day bus tour combines a beach cleanup and microplastic pen-making workshop on Enoshima's Nishiura coast with an ocean environmental lecture, a local lunch, and free time to explore the island, departing from Tokyo Station in August 2026.
Hotel New Otani Osaka's outdoor "THE BOTANICAL POOL -NIGHT POOL-" is open through September 23, 2026, offering illuminated poolside views of Osaka Castle along with new poolside burgers and a color-changing "Colorful Peach Fizz" drink.
Irago Resort & Convention Hotel in Aichi Prefecture is opening "Irago Water Park," one of the prefecture's largest floating athletic courses, at Irago Coconuts Beach, its top water-quality-rated swimming beach, from July 18 through August 30, 2026.
Washinmura, a stay-able satoyama village in Futtsu, Chiba, reports that its 2026 wild firefly season concluded on July 5, marking the start of a quiet satoyama summer of evening fires, a wood-fired sauna, and time with its resident rescue cats.
From July 11 to September 23, 2026, Akame 48 Falls in Nabari, Mie Prefecture, strings about 2,000 wind chimes along its gorge trail between the entrance and Fudo Falls, adding a cool, photogenic summer touch to one of Mie's signature waterfall spots.
A new co-owned villa in the Yatsugatake area of Yamanashi Prefecture overlooks 井富湖 and the Southern Alps, with a private sauna, a rooftop stargazing deck, and a covered BBQ space, with sales opening on July 1, 2026.
DOD's new "ITSUKA NO TARP SUMI" adds a black-coated underside that blocks over 99.9% of sunlight, plus reinforced pegs and reflective rope, for cooler and safer summer camping.
From July 25 to August 31, 2026, GLAMP DOME Ise-Kashikojima in Mie Prefecture is transforming its glamping grounds into a nostalgic "Heisei" summer festival for overnight guests, complete with retro photo spots, festival food stalls, and hands-on game booths inspired by 2000s pop culture.
GreenSnap's "Hanamiru Stamp Rally Summer" runs from July 6 to August 31, 2026, inviting participants to check in at six spots around Yokohama, including Yamashita Park, plus two summer events, with new nighttime photo missions added alongside the daytime flower and greenery challenges.
Katano, Kurosaki, and Hashidate beaches in Kaga City, Ishikawa, each open for the 2026 swimming season just 10 to 25 minutes by car from the Kaga Onsen hot spring resort area, offering room to spread out, fresh seafood, and nearby sightseeing spots without the crowds.
Seaside Glamping Magotaro, an ocean-view glamping resort in Kihoku, Mie Prefecture, has launched two limited-time summer plans for 2026 — one offering discount tickets to the neighboring Shironohama Pool & Beach, and another giving free stays for children in elementary school and under.
From July 18 to September 4, 2026, Gunma Flower Park+ in Maebashi hosts its "NATURALISTIC GARDEN FAIR," with free admission for children from July 18 to August 31, more than 13,000 plants led by sunflowers and blue salvia in bloom, a splashy "Jabujabu Pond" play area with weekend bubble shows, summer research and job-experience programs for kids, and a two-day night festival in mid-August.
Ishii Sports Yodobashi Ikebukuro, a newly opened large-format outdoor and sporting goods store in Tokyo's Ikebukuro area, now features a finetrack corner showcasing the brand's 2026 spring/summer wear and 5-layering system, along with a limited-time opening campaign.
Washinmura, a nature retreat in Futtsu, Chiba, is celebrating the launch of its "Sleep & Beauty" girls' trip plan, which lets guests use the in-room self-esthetic machine CELLZERO SMART, with a July to September 2026 campaign that waives the usual ¥15,000 per-room surcharge, limited to one group per day.
From July 14, 2026, GRAND CHARIOT 北斗七星135° on Awaji Island is serving a summer-limited "Well-done Steak" BBQ dinner inspired by the iconic Monster Hunter in-game item, available only to guests staying in its two Monster Hunter collaboration rooms.
Nachikatsuura Tourism Organization will run a special cruise timed to the town's summer fireworks display, taking a maximum of 40 guests past the islands of Kino Matsushima to watch the fireworks from the water off Nachi Bay on August 11.
HESTA RESORT Izu, overlooking Sagami Bay in Higashi-izu, Shizuoka, reopens on Monday, July 13, 2026, after a full renewal built around a new concept, a resort where every moment of the stay becomes part of the journey. The refreshed property brings a calmer, nature-connected interior, an updated room lineup for families, couples, and groups, and new outdoor-style spaces near the entrance, including an outdoor lounge and an indoor camp lounge, with an RV park planned for the future.
From July 10 to August 31, Sayama Ski Area in Tokorozawa, Saitama runs its ocean-themed water park daily as the "Super Water Fest," debuting a new Wide Slider and a snow-based Cool Area, plus a Sea Day on July 20 and extended hours for the Saitama Seibu Lions' Aofes 2026.
Starting July 4, 2026, THE KIZAKI CAMP & LAKE RESORT on the shore of Lake Kizaki in Omachi, Nagano, is serving MT. DESERT ISLAND ICE CREAM's popular soft serve made with local pasteurized milk, along with three ice cream cup flavors, at THE KIZAKI cafe on Thursdays through Sundays.
From August 1 to 2, 2026, Umi Terrace Nishikinohama in Kaizuka, Osaka is offering a limited stay plan featuring a free trial ride on the Honda-born three-wheeled electric scooter Striemo through the spacious Nishikinohama Park, along with early check-in and a complimentary drink ticket at the on-site Blue Terrace café.
Around 10 hectares of vivid flower fields open for the season on July 3 at Yatsugatake Agricultural College in Nagano Prefecture, where summer temperatures run roughly 8°C cooler than Tokyo. Admission to YATZ GARDEN is free through mid-October.
A hands-on rhinoceros beetle-catching experience returns to Fuji Subaru Land in Yamanashi starting July 18, 2026, with a guaranteed take-home pair of beetles — perfect for summer holiday science projects.
Just 30 minutes from central Osaka, a small natural stream at KURAGARI Village in the Kuragari Pass area of Mt. Ikoma offers a refreshing spot where children can wade in cool water, discover river creatures, and enjoy the serene landscape of historic terraced rice fields.
Shinagawa Prince Hotel is opening its outdoor and indoor pools for the summer season from July 4, 2026, offering daytime and nighttime swims plus Chinese restaurant poolside food, and optional stay packages starting from ¥9,730 per person.
Women's fishing wear brand Shipsmast has unveiled its new "Fish Camo Dry" series, featuring an original all-over print inspired by fish and the sea. Hats, T-shirts, long T-shirts, and half pants go on sale July 3, 2026.
VR goggle crafts, virtual maker activities, and character meet-and-greets are lined up for children at Rinko Park in Yokohama during the Yokohama Tanabata Festival on July 4–5, 2026.
A one-year-old male giraffe named Suzumaru has joined Gunma Safari Park, transferred from Saitama Children's Animal Nature Park to pair with the resident male Natsugoro.
Kawana Hotel Golf Course in Ito, Shizuoka is opening part of its world-renowned Fuji Course free of charge on August 21, 2026 for a family-friendly outdoor event featuring snag golf, putting, water gun battles, and cart rides.
A special one-night bon odori event returns to Meieki Parklet in Nagoya on July 10, featuring authentic dancing around a yagura tower, food trucks, and free admission for all.
Kumano Nachi Taisha, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Wakayama Prefecture, will hold its annual grand festival "Nachi no Ogi Matsuri" on July 14, 2026, featuring a dramatic fire ceremony where 12 massive torches purify the stone-step path to Nachi Falls.
Nishi-Atami Golf Course in Atami, Shizuoka, is hosting a free evening event on August 9, 2026 that invites children to try golf for the first time while enjoying a stargazing class and views of the Atami Marine Fireworks Festival from the hilltop course overlooking Sagami Bay.
Nozo Hotel in Furano, Hokkaido, has launched a lineup of summer activities for families, including a night watching tour, Sorachi River rafting open to guests from age one, a fishing experience, and a seasonal summer dining package.
Oiso Long Beach in Kanagawa opens July 4, 2026 for a 72-day summer season through September 13, featuring new mist cooling stations, 9 pool areas including a 140 m water slide, and a family water safety workshop on opening day.
Park Hyatt Niseko HANAZONO offers a range of summer 2026 experiences, including a terrace BBQ dinner overlooking Mt. Yotei, kids cooking classes, the Mountain Lights art installation by Bruce Munro, and outdoor activities on the Shiribetsu River.
The RESOL no MORI Tanabata Festival runs from July 4 to August 19, 2026, at Grandvaux Spa Village in Chiba, with bamboo Tanabata decorations, limited seasonal sweets and cocktails, and a special lantern-release and stargazing event on August 19.
The Hime Ajisai hydrangeas are putting on a vivid "Rokko Blue" display at Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden, with peak blooms expected through late July 2026. A collaboration event with Koyomi-Seikatsu Hanabiyori runs until July 12.
A water play park featuring three activity zones — water gun battles, a rowboat pool, and a kids' splash area — runs on the Yokohama World Porters rooftop from July 3 to August 30, 2026, right next to Japan's first CRAZY GOLF course.
One of Japan's few aquatic plant-themed botanical gardens, Kusatsu Municipal Aquatic Botanical Garden Mizuno Mori in Shiga Prefecture is marking its 30th anniversary with a special weekend festival on July 11 and 12, 2026, featuring a commemorative ceremony, a special lecture, popular local mascot appearances, and container gardening workshops.
The Musaokubo Sunflower Field in Okayama City is approaching peak bloom, and young local farmers are organizing a two-day community event on July 25 and 26, 2026. The field is a five-minute walk from Makiyama Station and was established after the 2018 West Japan flood disaster to revive farmland and the surrounding community.
Komorebi Mori no Ibaraido in Inashiki, Ibaraki is hosting the Forest Gourmet Picnic 2026 on July 11 and 12, 2026, bringing together 22 food truck vendors and offering special discounted admission for the event period.
The annual stamp rally at Ikuta Ryokuchi in Kawasaki kicks off on July 18, 2026. Collect stamps from three venues to receive an exclusive clear file from the Kawasaki City Fujiko・F・Fujio Museum, or visit all five to enter a lottery for prizes including a Doraemon stuffed animal.
Moving Inn, operated by Flex Co., Ltd., has added three large camper vans to its rental fleet at its Tomakomai base near New Chitose Airport in Hokkaido, with rentals available from June 26, 2026. Inbound camper van demand in Hokkaido rose 190% year over year, prompting the expansion.
Japan Guide Stars has launched a two-hour Osaka walking tour through Namba and Dotonbori, combining street food tastings, cultural commentary from an English-speaking guide, and a ride on the Tonbori River Cruise. Group bookings for up to 20 people are also accepted.
PASONA HARBOR STAGE, a permanent offshore art stage set on the sea along the east coast of Awaji Island in Hyogo Prefecture, opens on July 17, 2026, with opera, ballet, dance, and taiko drumming performed against the backdrop of Osaka Bay.
The historic Kashiwaya inn at Okabe post town in Fujieda is holding a family-friendly Tanabata evening event on July 4, featuring nagashi-somen, a portrait drawing corner, a food marché with five local stalls, and a children's exploration tour of the museum.
Biwako Hotel in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, is rolling out a lineup of summer activities centered on children, including handheld fireworks, a quiz rally, an ennichi festival, and a uchiwa fan-making workshop, alongside an outdoor pool and rooftop BBQ, available through the summer of 2026.
Disco Brick YOKOHAMA, a music event inspired by the disco culture of the 1970s and 1980s, will be held for the first time at Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Event Square from August 8 to 23, 2026, with both free and ticketed dates featuring top DJs.
Hotel New Otani Makuhari's outdoor pool Shell Pool reopens from July 18 to September 22, 2026, introducing a new "PINK & GOLD" concept with photogenic burgers, seasonal sweets, and colorful drinks at the poolside Garden Restaurant Shell the Garden.
Jabaraizu Kitayama, a company specializing in products made from the village's signature "jabara" citrus, has launched a new capsule toy machine available exclusively within Kitayama Village in Wakayama Prefecture.
Tobu Railway and Nikko Nature Museum are launching a limited-time "Lakeside Picnic Ride" plan in the Oku-Nikko area from July 1 to November 30, 2026, combining rental cycling with takeout from Chuzenji Kanaya Hotel's Coffee House Yukon.
リトルワールド (Little World Open-Air Folk Museum) in Inuyama, Aichi, is bringing back its popular sky lantern event this summer with an expanded schedule. Using LED sky lanterns, the event transforms the European Area into a cinematic night scene. Pre-sale tickets (¥4,200 tax included) go on sale June 24, 2026.
Shiraraso Grand Hotel in Shirahama, Wakayama is launching a hotel-guest-only nighttime beach program called "Moon & Wave Beach," running from July 1 to August 31, 2026, offering an evening of relaxation with the sound of waves, moonlight, and local Wakayama drinks.
General goods maker Hack Co., Ltd. will release three self-powered outdoor lighting products in July 2026, including a solar-charged mushroom garden light, a simple solar stake light, and a shake-to-charge emergency LED light.
A 2-day, 1-night bus tour from Tokyo to Nasu Highlands offers a guided stargazing session with Vixen telescopes, a French dinner, and a Nikko Kogen beef shabu-shabu lunch, departing September 4, 2026.
On July 4, 2026, the Night Lantern event will light up the summer sky at Gotemba Kogen Tokinosumika. Write your wishes on a lantern and watch countless glowing lights drift into the night.
Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa in Nago City will host "Eisa Night," a series of 14 traditional Okinawan Eisa performances by different local youth associations, every Saturday and holiday from July 18 to September 26, 2026 — free for hotel guests.
The ROYCE' Rose Gardens at three locations in Hokkaido — あいの里 (Sapporo), 上江別 (Ebetsu), and ロイズタウン Factory (Tobetsu) — are entering their most vibrant season from mid-June through early July 2026, with over 500 rose varieties on display and limited rose-themed sweets available at neighboring stores.
Rusutsu Resort in Hokkaido is adding a large photo frame, a "RUSUTSU" letter sculpture, new benches, and the SORIOI Mountain Café to its Yotei Panorama Terrace, opening from June 27 and July 18, 2026.
Ryukyu Hotel & Resort Nashiro Beach in Itoman, Okinawa, marks its 4th anniversary with a summer program running July 1 to August 31, 2026, featuring a beach live concert, fireworks show, Dom Pérignon experiences, buffet dinners, and extended pool hours.
French outdoor brand Salomon is releasing a Japan-limited Mt. FUJI COLLECTION on July 1, 2026, featuring a special-edition hiking shoe and backpack with Mount Fuji logo designs, born from the brand's partnership agreement with Fujiyoshida City.
Tokyo Summerland in Akiruno, Tokyo fully opens its outdoor pool area on Saturday, July 4, 2026. Highlights include the adventure pool MONSTER STREAM, the DEKASLA water attraction, the Towers Rock water slides, dobon, and the Aqua Fan water play zone.
The beloved 3.5-meter green bear sculpture "Ted Hyber -Coool-" at Grand Front Osaka's うめきた広場 will wear a special happi coat decoration throughout July 2026, welcoming visitors to the 13th Umeda Yukata Festival 2026.
THE BASE GLAMPING YUGAWARA in Kanagawa is hosting a special summer event from July 1 to August 31, 2026, featuring seasonal drinks, lanterns, traditional crafts, firewood splitting, and private onsen bathing in a glamping setting.
Atlas has released the SLOOP Straw Large-Capacity Tumbler, featuring a freely adjustable straw position, wide straw for quick sips, vacuum insulation with an insulated lid, and a 2-way drinking design in 800 mL, 950 mL, and 1150 mL sizes.
From June 26 to August 23, 2026, Tokyo Midtown Hibiya's summer event features character-themed food and drinks from Toy Story 5 as well as an outdoor taco and sandwich diner at Hibiya Step Square.
The exclusive one-group-per-day retreat Hiokihama Villa in Miyazu, Kyoto, has introduced a new private sauna, offering guests a complete wellness circuit of natural hot spring, sauna, and private pool with ocean-breeze cool-down, all in a fully private setting.
The Mt. Fuji Panorama Ropeway in Kawaguchiko opens two new attractions at its summit on July 16, 2026 — the FUJI FORTUNE TERRACE (ご利益広場) with good-luck experiences and a 35-step scenic torii staircase leading to the area.
Ten artists including YU-KI & DJ KOO from TRF, DA PUMP, and STU48 will take the stage at Shirahama Beach on August 1, 2026, with a grand finale of 8,000 music fireworks.
THE FARM resort in Katori City, Chiba, kicks off its summer season with the "冷え冷え・納涼アイランド2026" event from July 1 to mid-October 2026, offering a full lineup of cool-down activities, onsen, glamping, BBQ, and chilled food across the entire resort.
ASAMA KUZANBO, a private-villa resort in Kita-Karuizawa with panoramic views of Mt. Asama, is hosting the "Forest Wine Terrace" event on four days in July 2026, offering curated wines and non-alcoholic sparkling options at 1,100 m elevation — dogs welcome.
Glamping Village Fuji Kawaguchiko in Yamanashi is reopening three dome rooms — Kids Activity Dome, Nature Adventure Dome, and Forest Bonfire Gastro Dome — on June 22, 2026, featuring private activities and cool summer glamping at over 1,000 meters elevation.
HINATA Oshima, a new luxury resort on an uninhabited island off Nichinan, Miyazaki, has opened reservations as of June 22, 2026, ahead of its scheduled September 2026 opening.
JUNGLIA OKINAWA introduces a cooling ice poncho rental service in partnership with STEAD Technology, offering visitors a comfortable way to enjoy the outdoor theme park during Okinawa's hot summer.
The "Shiragiku" memorial firework, launched annually since 2020 to honor victims of the Great East Japan Earthquake, will be fired from Nehama Beach in Kamaishi, Iwate Prefecture on July 11, 2026.
Mother Farm in Futtsu, Chiba, is currently home to approximately 2,000 hydrangea plants in peak bloom, with two varieties on display across the park's garden and walking trail. A limited-edition color-changing lemonade drink is also available through late June.
Niseko Grand Hirafu, the all-season nature resort in Hokkaido, kicks off its 2026 summer season on July 4, offering gondola rides with panoramic mountain views, scenic dining at NEST813, new pickleball courts, and expanded water activities including rafting and river SUP in partnership with NAC.
Fuji Subaru Land in Yamanashi Prefecture is adding three new attractions in June 2026 — a heavy machinery remote control experience opening June 19, a real shooting game on June 21, and a hot air balloon ride on June 28.
Starting July 1, 2026, the luxury villa resort GRAND CHARIOT 北斗七星135° on Awaji Island will offer a summer-limited "極上プレミアムBBQ" plan featuring A5-ranked 淡路ビーフ, 淡路もち豚, 淡路鶏, and fresh abalone — enjoyed on a terrace with panoramic island views.
Grand Mercure Minamiboso Resort & Spa, set within the Minamiboso Quasi-National Park in Chiba Prefecture, is offering 10 nature-based and hands-on summer experiences for families, from an all-inclusive outdoor pool to a stargazing session and an ocean plastics workshop, running from July through September 2026.
The spectacular mass jump of Silver Carp (Hakuren) has been observed again this year on the Tone River in Goka Town, Ibaraki Prefecture — a breathtaking annual natural phenomenon that draws observers from June to July.
Space Aviation Co., Ltd. is now selling summer-limited helicopter night-view sightseeing flights timed to major fireworks festivals, offering a private aerial experience for groups of 3 to 6 from the Chiba Bay Coast Heliport and JPD Kyoto Heliport.
Ocean Expo Park in Okinawa is holding a packed summer event lineup from July 1 to August 31, 2026, featuring a virtual whale shark feeding experience, a mysterious plants and insects exhibit, a cardboard maze, and live music concerts at the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium.
The exclusive private villa resort at Lake Yamanaka, Yamanashi — featuring private pools, natural hot springs, and saunas in every villa — celebrates its first year with a refreshed dining menu, evening illumination, and upgraded amenities.
Chugoku Kappo Ryokan Kikusuitei in Tokorozawa, Saitama, is hosting a family-friendly summer stargazing night on August 7, 2026, featuring telescope crafting kits and guided star observation in partnership with optical maker Vixen.
From June 27 to July 12, 2026, Kuju Flower Park in Oita Prefecture hosts its Lavender Harvest Festival, where around 5,000 lavender plants bloom across a 5,000 m² hillside at 850 meters above sea level. Visitors can pick their own lavender and enjoy seasonal craft goods at this beloved highland garden.
MERRELL's 1TRL collection introduces the CHAM REDUX RMT and summer edition CHAM REDUX SIEVE, both reinterpreting the iconic CHAMELEON archive model with contemporary design — available from June 19, 2026 at select stores.
Ocean Expo Park in Okinawa will host its Summer Festival 2026 on July 4, featuring the Churaumi Fireworks Show 2026 with approximately 10,000 fireworks launched over Emerald Beach. Traffic restrictions will be in effect in the surrounding area from 6:00 PM.
OMO Kansai Airport by Hoshino Resorts is hosting its first-ever Yonayone Neighborhood Beer Garden on the 22nd-floor rooftop from July 23 to October 31, 2026, featuring local Izumisano snacks and Yoho Brewing craft beers with a sunset happy hour.
Around 500 hydrangea plants in vibrant shades of blue, pink, and more are now in full bloom at Raikoji Temple in Kawanishi City, Hyogo Prefecture — a beloved spot known as the "Ajisai-dera" (Hydrangea Temple). Admission is free, and the blooms are expected to last until early July.
From September 15 to October 31, 2026, Risonare Kohamajima on Kohama Island offers the "うつろい絶景ディナー" — a one-group-per-night outdoor dinner that takes guests from amber sunset to a canopy of stars, now with champagne pairings and a new awamori dessert cocktail.
From July 18 to August 31, 2026, Shizukuishi Prince Hotel in Iwate Prefecture hosts a starlit summer evening event featuring night garden BBQ, a ropeway ride to the summit, LED golf, special readings, and a Perseid meteor shower observation night.
Tokyo Dome City is hosting "Chill Out Night" from July 18, 2026, featuring illuminated lawn areas, outdoor cinema, a jazz bar event, the JFA official beer garden, and more summer evening entertainment.
Hoshino Resorts Tomamu is launching a children-welcome-only bus, the "TOMAMU Fami Fami Bus," running between Sapporo, New Chitose Airport, and the resort from July 1 to October 31, 2026. Featuring original scenic bingo cards and AR photo frames, the journey itself becomes part of the family adventure.
From June 26 to August 23, 2026, Unzen Onsen in Nagasaki Prefecture hosts its first-ever bamboo light art event at the historic 温泉神社 (Unzen Shrine), featuring glowing bamboo tunnels, large sculptures, and cool summer evenings at 700 meters elevation.
Wood Design Park Kyoto-Sai in Kyotanabe, Kyoto has unveiled a new hostel stay plan tailored for solo travelers and remote workers, featuring all-you-can-drink alcohol, free meal bring-ins, and a cafe lounge open around the clock.
A new private villa exclusively for one group per day has opened in the popular Izu-Kogen resort area, featuring a private sauna with chiller-equipped cold bath and a large-screen home theater.
From September 19 to November 8, 2026, Banta Cafe by Hoshino Resorts in Okinawa's Yomitan Village hosts "Yonnā BOOK days," an autumn reading event featuring around 100 books selected by locals (uchinānchū), a new seaside book garden on the clifftop, a weekend book fair, and a limited seasonal sweet.
The vertical mountain race scaling 4.4 km and 700 m of elevation on Mt. Gozuzan returns for its 5th edition as part of the Japan Skyrunning V GAMES JAPAN series.
Gran Foresta Villa Nikko, a dog-first villa resort in Tochigi's Nikko area boasting the largest private dog runs in the Kanto region, is celebrating its first anniversary with limited-stay plans, an original treats tin gift, and a welcome snack marche for dogs.
Sport & Do Resort リソルの森 in Nagara-machi, Chiba, is expanding its hot spring glamping area "グランヴォー スパ ヴィレッジ" with the new "Harmony Area," featuring log-house lodges and glamping tents designed for corporate training and team-building stays, opening from August 2026.
A new accommodation and experience area centered around 400-year-old terraced rice fields in Hayama, Kanagawa, is set to open as part of the "地域まるごとホテル @ 三浦半島" project, offering farm stays, local cuisine, and hands-on agricultural experiences.
Tokyo Midtown Hibiya hosts HIBIYA MID SUMMER 2026 from June 26 to August 23, 2026, featuring a Toy Story 5 themed cafe stand and an outdoor dining experience with live music at Hibiya Step Square.
Starting July 10, 2026, the 1F Restaurant Paseo Garden at Laguna Garden Hotel in Ginowan, Okinawa, will open new outdoor terrace seating — a 77.37 m² wooden-deck space with 9 tables where guests can enjoy breakfast and lunch buffets, or an evening Terrace BBQ & Dinner Buffet.
Approximately 1,800 plants of Nepeta "Walker's Low" — also known as catmint — are in full bloom at the Country Garden in Kokuei Takino Suzuran Hillside Park in Sapporo, with peak bloom expected to continue through late June.
Saitama City is holding its annual Hanabi (fireworks) events at three venues and a lineup of summer festivals across the city throughout the summer and into autumn 2026.
The Senshu Beach Lantern Festival returns on July 4 and 5, 2026 at SENNAN LONG PARK and Tarui Southern Beach, this year featuring special red and blue lanterns inspired by the colors that became a symbol of Expo 2025.
COCO VILLA Okinawa Nakijin, a fully exclusive villa for up to 12 guests featuring a private pool, sauna, and unobstructed ocean views, opened in the Nakijin area of northern Okinawa on June 12, 2026.
GRANPHIL RESORTS TOBU, a glamping resort adjacent to Tobu Zoological Park in Shiraoka, Saitama, has launched four new seasonal plans for summer 2026, covering super pool access, private pool water play for kids and dogs, a family-friendly weekday discount, and a dog birthday package.
Harukas 300 observation deck will host an interactive summer event blending water play and art in an open-air space at approximately 300m above ground, running from July 3 to September 30, 2026.
On June 11, 2026, Oirase Keiryu Hotel by Hoshino Resorts welcomed 16 first-year students from Towada City First Middle School for a one-day collaborative outdoor learning program, featuring moss walks, an open-top bus tour, and a kokedama crafting experience.
Modern Toji Onlyyou, a day-trip hot spring nestled in a forest at roughly 250 meters above sea level in Minamiashigara, Kanagawa, is opening a barrel sauna exclusively for women in its outdoor bath area on June 18, 2026.
Sapporo Hitsujigaoka Observatory is hosting a free lavender harvesting experience from June 26 to July 12, 2026. Around 1,000 lavender plants across a 1,200 sq m field are at peak bloom, and visitors can cut their own stems to take home — up to 50 per person.
A hands-on trail conservation and active volcano trekking event is being held on Mt. Adatara in Nihonmatsu, Fukushima from June 26 to 27, 2026. Participants will experience trail maintenance work, volcanic terrain trekking, and a visit to the Dake Onsen hot spring source.
The 4th Arai Tanabata Festival takes place at Arai Station Plaza in Myoko City, Niigata on July 4, 2026, featuring a collaboration with Echigo Tokimeki Railway offering free rides for children in elementary school and below, yukata rentals, and a full evening of food stalls, live entertainment, and cultural activities.
Grand Prince Hotel Shintakanawa is hosting "TAKANAWA Forest Garden," a poolside summer beer garden surrounded by greenery, from July 17 to September 11, 2026. Menu plans for both adults and children are available, with a kids BBQ plan making its debut this year.
Beer lovers in Hokkaido can enjoy 9 varieties of draft beer at SAPPORO BEER HOLIDAY, held at Sapporo Garden Park on June 27 and 28, 2026, with live music, exclusive seasonal brews, and a commemorative original beer glass.
From June 19 through September 30, the bonfire lounge at Snow Peak YAKEI SUITE ABURAYAMA FUKUOKA will serve eight seasonal cocktails—five alcoholic and three non-alcoholic—crafted from Kyushu-sourced drinks, available nightly from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM.
UNWIND HOTEL & BAR SAPPORO is reviving its popular rooftop BBQ with a fully refreshed American BBQ menu, offering an exclusive private terrace rental for one group per day from July 1 through September 30, 2026.
Villa Porto Azur Nasu is an exclusive whole-building vacation rental in Nasu Highlands, Tochigi, now available for booking. The spacious 2LDK+loft property accommodates up to 8 guests and features a semi-outdoor bath fed by the natural Kuroha Onsen hot spring (pH 9.9).
Now in its 7th edition, the Asama International Photo Festival PHOTO MIYOTA runs from August 1 to September 27, 2026, at MMoP in Miyota Town, Nagano, with exhibitions expanding across multiple locations throughout the town.
CBTR2026 (Central Biwako Touring Rally), a digital stamp rally where riders circumnavigate Lake Biwa by motorcycle, is now accepting entries. The event celebrates its 5th anniversary in 2026, having surpassed 10,000 cumulative participants.
Starting July 11, 2026, Shiraraso Grand Hotel in Shirahama, Wakayama, is offering a summer-limited lunch menu at Lounge Sugar Beach, featuring locally sourced Wakayama ingredients — from shirasu don and Kumano pork yakisoba to Cremia cream soda — available for dine-in or poolside and beachside takeout.
The 14th Hida Takayama Ultra Marathon takes place on June 14, 2026, drawing approximately 3,600 runners from Japan and abroad to tackle challenging 71km and 100km courses through the scenic landscapes of Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture.
From July 10, Hotel New Otani Tokyo's outdoor GARDEN POOL expands its operating hours and introduces three exclusive luxury areas complete with unlimited champagne free-flow.
Keio Plaza Hotel in Shinjuku is reopening its sky pool to non-hotel guests for the first time since 2019, offering limited summer plans that combine pool access with dining at the hotel's restaurants and lounges.
Manriki Park's Manyou Forest in Yamanashi City hosts the 31st Manyoshu Song Festival and Firefly Viewing from June 12 to 14, 2026, featuring firefly watching with guided tours, traditional Manyoshu poetry recitation, live stage performances, and local food stalls — all with free admission.
The Koajisai, a wild hydrangea native to Mt. Rokko, is now at its peak at Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden, charming visitors with its sweet scent and pale blue-purple blossoms.
Ako Seaside Park Glamping, located within the vast Ako Seaside Park in Hyogo Prefecture, is offering a summer-limited plan featuring complimentary "Natsumi" oysters and an Ako local specialty set for stays from July 20 to August 31, 2026.
COBMASTER introduces the HUMMING PACK VEST, combining backpack storage with vest-style wearability for music festivals and outdoor activities. Priced at ¥12,100, it launches in mid-June 2026.
KAL Auto Garden, a dog-friendly campsite in Kumagaya, Saitama, will run a seasonal Summer Night Camp from July 1 to August 31, 2026, featuring around 100 mist nozzles spread across the grounds for a refreshingly drenched welcome for guests, children, and dogs alike.
For one day only on August 10, 2026, golfers can play the Karuizawa 72 Golf North Course under tournament-ready conditions just before the NEC Karuizawa 72 Golf Tournament begins.
The Senshu Beach Lantern Festival returns to Sennan's beachfront on July 4–5, 2026 for its 7th edition, introducing red and blue special-color lanterns alongside the classic orange, plus new summer activities for the whole family.
TACHIBANA HUT in Kawasaki's Tachibana Park is celebrating its 2nd anniversary with a free-entry festival on June 13 and 14, 2026, featuring food trucks, a marché, workshops, stage performances, and a stamp rally.
A limited-time Mexican beer terrace plan, "TERRACE de TACOS," is running at TOKYO NODE CAFE on the 8th floor of Toranomon Hills Station Tower through September 30, 2026, with a taco plate and around 40 free-flow drink options overlooking Tokyo Tower.
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A day-trip insect learning program for children is scheduled for July 12, 2026 in Futako-tamagawa, where participants can explore seasonal insects with an expert instructor, take an insect certification test, and create their own insect specimens.
Kinoene Farm on the grounds of Iinuma Honke in Shisui-machi, Chiba, opens its seasonal blueberry picking experience on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Two blueberry varieties are available across the season, with sessions running through September 6.
On June 11, Moomin Valley Park celebrates Japan's "Umbrella Day" and the park's monthly "Hattifatteners Day" with a special photo prop set among peak-season hydrangeas. A rainy-day postcard giveaway and photo contest are also running through June 30.
Auberge Villa KUON, a one-group-per-day exclusive villa in Kyoto's Amanohashidate area, has introduced two private saunas — an outdoor Finnish-style sauna overlooking the Sea of Japan and an onsen steam spa — completing a comprehensive wellness and gourmet retreat experience.
The Nukataenchi Ajisai Garden on Mt. Ikoma, located on the border of Higashi-Osaka City and Ikoma City, Nara, is expected to reach peak bloom from late June to early July. Colorful hydrangeas line a winding 1.5 km trail through the mountains.
Running from June 20 to August 31, 2026, the Park Beer Garden returns for its final season at Sapporo Park Hotel, offering Jingisukan, Hokkaido wagyu, ice-cold beer, and themed areas including a tent glamping zone, a dog-friendly area, and a fireworks corner.
The 61st Lake Towada Water Festival takes place on June 13, 2026 at Towada Lakeside Yasumiya, featuring balloon lanterns, fireworks, a night cruise, festive stalls, and more from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Glamp Village Setouchi Shimanami, a five-unit glamping resort on Takane Island in Hiroshima Prefecture, has unveiled a renovated Family Dome room with a private athletic pool and launched a new exclusive private sauna plan for up to four guests per day.
The two-day outdoor festival LOOOP returns to Midori-no-Shima (Midori Island) in Hakodate, Hokkaido on July 25 and 26, 2026, blending traditional bon odori with live music, DJs, a 50-plus-vendor market, and family-friendly activities.
Madarao Tokyu Resort in Shinano-machi, Nagano Prefecture is offering a limited-time plan that pairs a hotel breakfast buffet with one round of self-play golf, available through July 31, 2026.
BNR Farm in Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto City, is hosting Night Farm 2026, a seasonal agricultural experience featuring nighttime vegetable harvesting and stone oven pizza-making, running from July 3 to November 3, 2026.
Nijigen no Mori anime theme park on Awaji Island is running water splash events across four anime-themed attractions from July 10 to September 30, 2026, with soaking experiences inspired by Crayon Shin-chan, NARUTO, Godzilla, and Dragon Quest.
A radiative cooling parasol that dissipates heat into space is now accepting pre-orders ahead of its official June 11 launch, delivering an 80% heat shielding rate alongside 99.99% light blocking.
Starting June 6, 2026, the gondola lift and ropeway at Tsugaike Mountain Resort in Nagano Prefecture HAKUBAVALLEY resume operations, granting access to Tsugaike Nature Park's high-altitude wetlands at around 1,900 meters, where mizubashio flowers, alpine plants, and panoramic views of the Northern Japan Alps await.
The Yokohama Camping Car Show 2026 is set for September 26–27 at Pacifico Yokohama, featuring a wide range of camping vehicles from across Japan and a stage appearance by actor Shido Nakamura. Advance tickets are now on sale.
Hanahatazao, an endangered plant listed as Critically Endangered (Category I) by Japan's Ministry of the Environment, is currently in bloom at the Dune Area of National Hitachi Seaside Park in Ibaraki Prefecture.
Starting June 13, a new photo-based town walking experience called Inuyama Photo Quest invites visitors to explore off-the-beaten-path spots in Inuyama, Aichi Prefecture, along routes designed by a local professional photographer.
MOTTERU has released two upgraded IP68-rated waterproof phone cases for summer activities — one that floats on water and one that glows in the dark. Both went on sale on June 4.
The ZEELE AIR (ゼーレエアー) is a new air frame family camping tent that delivers exceptional ceiling height and a full-mesh open design. Priced at ¥149,000 (tax included), both the first and second lots have already sold out since going on sale May 31, 2026.
For 30 days from August 1, 2026, the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Event Plaza will be transformed into a Santa Monica Sunset Beach-inspired space, featuring retro American diner decorations and West Coast-style food. Admission is free.
Himeji Beer Garden BBQ Terrace Himeji Ekimae opens on June 3, 2026, just a 3-minute walk from Himeji Station, featuring a rooftop terrace with city night views, premium BBQ menus, and unlimited drinks starting from ¥3,500 through June.
A survey found that while 70.7% of people in Japan take some form of UV protection, only 26.1% use sunglasses. Japanese eyewear chain Megane Ichiba is rolling out a wide-ranging initiative called the "One Hundred Million Sunglasses Plan" to normalize sunglasses as an everyday health habit.
The public outdoor hot spring "Shin-Hotaka no Yu" at Shin-Hotaka Onsen will feature a fresh green illumination event from June 23 to 29, with extended hours until 9:00 PM.
Three Prince Hotels in the Takanawa area of Tokyo are opening two outdoor pools this summer — the garden-side Diamond Pool for daytime use and the rooftop Sky Pool for nighttime relaxation.
Starting August 1, teamLab Botanical Garden Osaka will debut a new installation featuring approximately 20,000 white sunflowers glowing in the darkness of the night garden, on view through the end of the blooming season.
A whole-building private villa named Awana (淡凪) is set to open in Minami-Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture on June 29, 2026, offering urban residents a complete reset just about one hour from Osaka, with ocean views, a private pool, a BBQ terrace, and an indoor sauna.
The rooftop garden pool at Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay will open for a limited summer season from June 13 to September 27, 2026. The pool shifts from a daytime urban oasis to a vividly lit night pool after dark, with poolside dining, a Peroni beer experience, and various plans available.
Around 25,000 visitors gathered at Inage Seaside Park in Chiba on May 30, 2026, for an immersive fireworks event combining live music, drone shows, and a narrative fireworks performance marking the 900th anniversary of the founding of Chiba and the 50th anniversary of Inage Beach.
Hotel New Otani Makuhari's garden restaurant "Shell the Garden" will offer three summer gourmet sets — a Wagyu BBQ, a Chiba local food set, and a Beer Party — all with unlimited drinks, from July 18 to September 22, 2026. Early bird tickets with up to around 20% off go on sale from June 8.
A seasonal water play zone called "Waterland Purpuru" is set to open at Izu Granpal Park in Shizuoka from July 4, 2026, along with a nighttime illuminated version "Night Purpuru" planned for August.
The contemporary art festival Kobe Rokko Meets Art 2026 beyond runs from August 29 to November 29, 2026 on Mt. Rokko in Kobe, featuring 60 artists across the mountain's scenic venues. Advance viewing passports go on sale June 1, 2026.
The women-only climbing event ARC'TERYX WOMEN'S CLIMBING NIGHT will be held for the first time in Kansai on June 27, 2026, at D Bouldering Plus Lead Namba in Osaka. Free to attend, the event is open to women of junior high school age and above.
A one-day children's camp departs from Shinjuku on June 21, heading to Yamanashi City for cherry picking at a fruit farm and a water athletic challenge at Fuefukigawa Fruit Park.
Hotel New Otani Makuhari's seasonal outdoor pool Shell Pool returns from July 18 to September 22, 2026. Reservations open June 1, with an unlimited-use Pass Card and a new Short Plan also available.
Roses and perennials at the "Rose & Flower Garden" event at Sora no Hanabatake Sera Kogen Hana no Mori in Hiroshima are now at peak bloom. Special weekend events are also scheduled for May 30 and 31, 2026, including a twilight opening, a flower arrangement workshop, and a free rose lecture.
ANA InterContinental Manza Beach Resort in Onna Village, Okinawa, has opened reservations for its 2026 summer-limited program featuring snorkeling tours, stargazing cruises, night trekking, fireworks cruises, and coral conservation experiences.
The glamping resort Glampdome Shimonoseki in Yamaguchi Prefecture is adding a private infinity pool to its flagship Double Ocean Suite — a first for the Chugoku and Shikoku regions — starting June 2026.
Naeba Prince Hotel and Naeba Ski Resort in Niigata Prefecture will host summer outdoor activities from July 11 to August 30, 2026, including the 100-meter Rainbow Slider, Wild Buggy rides, and the HOSHIZORA GONDOLA to a mountaintop terrace with illuminations and projection mapping.
Around 500 varieties and 1,500 plants of roses are in full bloom at the Osaka Prefectural Flower Cultural Garden in Kawachinagano, Osaka. The peak season typically runs from mid-May to mid-June.
Tenku Fitness 2026 is back at Otemachi Place's rooftop helipad for 12 sessions of outdoor exercise — including yoga, pilates, kickboxercise, and a special DJ yoga event with craft beer — running from June 17 to September 30, 2026.
Red Bull Maneki Jam, a skateboard jam session where audience votes decide the winner, takes place on June 21, 2026 — Go Skateboarding Day — at the Osu Shopping Street Fureai Hiroba in Nagoya.
RETREAT PLACE ASAHI, a new corporate retreat and workcation facility surrounded by nature in Asahi-cho, Toyama, has opened. The facility offers space for team-building, offsite meetings, and creative retreats away from the daily grind.
The seasonal outdoor beer garden "Hamabeer!" is back at the Yokohama Grand InterContinental Hotel, running from July 2 to October 31, 2026, with a Spanish-inspired BBQ menu and unlimited drinks on a waterfront terrace.
A cosplay photography event organized by Reiyers is set to take place at Gran Snow Okuibuki in Shiga Prefecture on May 30, 2026, offering participants the chance to shoot in stunning natural settings including mountains, rivers, rocky areas, and forests.
Daiya Industry's new hooded cooling poncho achieves up to a -15°C temperature difference on the skin simply by wetting and shaking the fabric. Limited to 500 units, it goes on sale June 1, 2026.
The season's first Genji fireflies were confirmed at Horai-en Garden on May 25, 2026. Through June 28, the Hakone Kowakien Hotaru Festival offers day-trip plans, and Lantern Night returns for two nights on June 6 and 7.
Around 1,000 Nikko daylilies are currently in peak bloom at Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden on Mt. Rokko in Kobe. The vibrant yellow subalpine colony near the western entrance is expected to remain at its best through late June.
A free outdoor festival blending Bon Odori with DJ music, street food, and a special market comes to Miyashita Park's rooftop lawn this September.
Wood Design Park Kyoto-Sai-, an outdoor facility in Kyotanabe, Kyoto, offers day-trip BBQ plans with three types of sites to choose from. Guests can enjoy both hands-free and bring-your-own BBQ options amid natural surroundings, with amenities suitable for families and first-timers alike.
A free beach cleanup and mowing event is set for Uza Beach in Yomitan Village, Okinawa on May 30, 2026. Open to all ages with no registration needed, the event aims to protect this rare natural shoreline — a nesting ground for sea turtles — from invasive plant encroachment.
The Central Biwako Touring Rally (CBTR2026) has opened entry registration on May 27, 2026. The rally runs from September 12 to November 23 and marks 5 years of circumnavigating Lake Biwa by motorcycle while collecting digital stamps.
KIDS FES in Saitama, a family-oriented experiential event, is set to take place on May 30 and 31, 2026 at Saitama Shintoshin Park. Admission is free, and the lineup includes hands-on workshops, a food area with over 10 vendors, a stamp rally, and live performers.
Kobe Rokko Meets Art 2026 Beyond, a contemporary art festival on Rokko Mountain, runs from August 29 to November 29, 2026, and includes a live concert by Bijutune! creator Inoue Ryo, free entry for up to 2,000 children, and weekly hands-on children's programs.
From June 1 to early July 2026, Kyukamura Hiruzen Kogen in Maniwa, Okayama offers a free, guests-only firefly watching tour by hotel shuttle, paired with a Hiruzen Jersey beef dinner buffet.
A new private villa complex, Lakeside villa SUI HAKUBA, opens on May 28, 2026 on the shores of Lake Aoki in Omachi, Nagano — just 15 minutes by car from the popular Hakuba resort area.
The Umbrella Sky installation is currently on at Little World Museum of Man in Inuyama, Aichi, through June 30, 2026. Hundreds of colorful umbrellas hang over the Turkish Istanbul Street fountain plaza, joined by Turkish costume experiences and authentic Turkish food.
For summer 2026, Teva is presenting colorful options across five popular sandal models — the Hurricane XLT3, Tirra Sport, Hydratrek Sandal, Original Universal Slim, and Aventrail — with choices ranging from vivid neons to soft pastels.
Aeris Forest Park in Ota City, Gunma, is a free-admission English garden featuring around 300 rose plants in roughly 100 varieties. Brick-lined paths, archways, and colorful blooms make it one of Gunma's most charming hidden gems.
ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Narita is now offering a BBQ stay plan featuring a covered outdoor BBQ dinner, handheld fireworks, and ice cream from Narita Yume Farm — available from May 28 through November 30, 2026.
Keio Sky Beer Garden opens for its 4th year on the rooftop of Keio Department Store Shinjuku on May 28, offering a seasonal outdoor space with city night views, all-you-can-drink course menus, and over 30 drink varieties through September 30.
Obuse Yoritsuki Ryori Kurabu Ginza is hosting a limited-time ROOFTOP BEER GARDEN from June 1 to September 30, 2026, offering panoramic night views, Shinshu-inspired cuisine, and 90-minute all-you-can-drink on its top-floor terrace.
Outdoor brand WAQ has released two new heat-management products — a wearable waist fan that circulates air inside clothing and an updated foldable sun umbrella made with tent fabric, both going on sale May 25, 2026.
A rooftop BBQ beer garden with a traditional Japanese festival atmosphere opens above Asakusa Station from May 27 to October 18, 2026, offering all-you-can-eat stall food, carnival games, and views of Tokyo Skytree.
Outdoor brand Ogawa has teamed up with coffee gear brand Zebrang to release a lineup of outdoor coffee equipment, including a stainless-cutter coffee mill and a foldable flat dripper, launching May 29, 2026.
As Hokuto City's fresh greenery reaches its peak in June, the private villa ReTune Hokuto | SPA & SAUNA in Yamanashi Prefecture offers a rainy-season stay experience designed around nature — from a tent sauna and natural groundwater cold plunge to an outdoor bath and riverside relaxation area.
Starting May 23, 2026, the giant inflatable attraction THE MEGA JUMP MOUNTAIN JAPAN at WHATAWON in Kishiwada, Osaka activates water on its slides for the summer season. New giant slides and an expanded athletic area make this year's setup bigger than last year.
The Hydrangea Festival at Mishima Skywalk — Shizuoka's 400-meter suspension bridge — runs from June 6 to July 5, 2026, showcasing more than 13,000 hydrangeas across a 7,000 m² forest, along with nighttime illuminations, limited sweets, and an umbrella rental service.
An outdoor movie screening event is coming to Shinjuku Central Park from June 3 to 6, 2026. Enjoy four classic films on a giant screen surrounded by waterfalls and greenery, along with craft beer and food booths.
The "Sky Lantern Marché" is set to make its first-ever appearance at Tokorozawa Sakura Town in Tokorozawa, Saitama, on June 27 (Sat.) and 28 (Sun.), 2026 — offering a day of local markets and food trucks, followed by the magical sight of 100 LED sky lanterns floating into the night sky.
ACAO ROSE FESTA 2026 is underway at ACAO FOREST in Atami, Shizuoka, through June 7, 2026. With approximately 600 varieties and 4,000 rose plants at peak bloom across 13 hillside gardens overlooking Sagami Bay, the event also features limited-edition seasonal menus, handmade workshops, a photo campaign, and a new instant camera rental experience.
A spring flower festival is set for May 30, 2026, on the Edogawa riverbank in Matsudo City, where a vibrant poppy field has been lovingly cultivated by local flower volunteers, nurseries, kindergartens, and residents.
Cafe 33 at Hyatt Regency Kyoto in Higashiyama is running a summer-limited outdoor BBQ from June 1 to August 31, 2026, featuring an all-you-can-order menu and a live churrasco carving service on weekend evenings.
Jinny Street Gallery, an outdoor art gallery using streetlight cases as display spaces in Shibuya's Jingumae 2-chome district, is hosting the participatory art project "Jinny Playground" from May 30 to July 6, 2026.
A guided hiking tour called Ryugatake THE HIKE will take place on June 5, 2026, at Mt. Ryugatake (1,099m), one of the Suzuka Seven Mountains on the border of Komono Town and Inabe City in Mie Prefecture.
Sumiyoshihama Resort Park in Kitsuki City, Oita Prefecture, kicks off the marine season ahead of any other beach in the prefecture on May 23, 2026, with live banana boat and wakeboard demonstrations and seasonal food festivals at Kitsuki Terrace.
A new retreat hotel, Aso Retreat HONO by Onko Chishin, is scheduled to open in November 2026 in Minami Aso Village, Kumamoto. The 17-room property features private outdoor hot spring baths, foraging-based experiences, and a restaurant concept centered on primitive gastronomy.
Biwako Hotel in Otsu, Shiga opens its rooftop outdoor BBQ "Hoshi" from July 1 to September 30, 2026, featuring Omi beef grills and a newly added champagne free-flow tapas plan.
Hotel Associa Shizuoka is offering "The Garden BBQ" plan at its outdoor garden space, where guests can enjoy a hands-free BBQ experience with premium ingredients including Hokkaido scallops and Shizuoka's Fuji chicken. Available until July 31, 2026.
A hands-on farming experience event will be held at "Minna no Hatake" (Everyone's Farm) in Isesaki City, Gunma, on Saturday, May 30. About 70 families will plant red onion and sweet potato seedlings in the first of a year-round series running through a November harvest.
The Miyamakirishima azaleas have started blooming across the Kirishima mountain range in Kagoshima. Peak viewing season runs from mid-May through early June at popular spots including Takachiho-kawara, Mt. Karakuni, and Ebino Plateau.
The outdoor resort pool at Miyako Resort Shima Bayside Terrace in Shima, Mie Prefecture opens from July 4 to September 24, 2026. Hotel guests can enjoy the daytime pool free of charge.
Two rare Manx Loaghtan baby lambs and a set of triplet baby goats have been born at Mother Farm in Futtsu City, Chiba, and can now be spotted on the Mother Farm Tour DX.
Nijigen no Mori's Godzilla Interception Operation on Awaji Island brings back its popular summer soaking zipline experience, Splash Godzilla 2026, running from July 10 to September 30, 2026 — with a new SNS video campaign offering original merchandise prizes on the spot.
Keio Plaza Hotel in Shinjuku is launching a summer-limited "Summer Travel Support" accommodation plan from July 1 to September 30, 2026, featuring an outdoor rooftop pool, the 47th-floor relaxation space SKY PLAZA IBASHO, cultural workshops, and a ¥6,000 hotel use coupon per room.
Marking its 25th anniversary, Mito Plaza Hotel in Mito City, Ibaraki Prefecture is set to unveil a new garden stage called "PLAZA GARDEN," designed around the concept of a forest-blessed celebration space.
The fire and light performance group Raiko Enbu Kaguzuchi will headline the finale of USAMI Fes 2026 in Ito City, Shizuoka, on May 31, delivering a 30-minute stage that blends fire, LED, and laser effects against the backdrop of Usami Beach.
A new air-conditioned indoor luxury pool seat called "Hale Lani" is coming to Hotel New Otani Makuhari's outdoor Shell Pool this summer, offering champagne free-flow and rental amenities from July 18 to September 22, 2026.
The 34th Mayor's Cup and 35th Wakaba Cup hot air balloon competition returns to Kasegawa Riverside in Saga City on June 6 and 7, 2026, bringing together pilots from across Japan and offering tethered balloon rides for visitors of all ages.
A new free dog run has opened at Tokushima Botanical Garden, available from sunrise to sunset. Prior registration is required, and applications are now being accepted.
Ebina Booze Fest 2026 is an early-summer drink-and-walk event bringing together 16 craft breweries and 2 sake breweries from across Kanagawa, held at Ebina Chuo Park on June 6 and 7, 2026, with food, DJ music, and free admission.
The Kamakura restaurant GARDEN HOUSE KAMAKURA will hold a terrace-exclusive Beer Garden BBQ from May 25, 2026, serving 8 BBQ dishes alongside a free-flow drinks lineup through autumn.
Grand Mercure Ise-shima Resort & Spa is hosting a series of summer-limited events from July through September 2026, including a lantern night, day and night resort pools, a natural material bag-making workshop, a poolside food truck, glowing super ball scooping, and table magic shows — all included in the room rate for hotel guests.
Hotel Laforet Nasu in Tochigi Prefecture is launching a limited summer accommodation plan from July 18 to August 31, 2026, combining in-hotel festival activities, a forest cottage stay, a Nasu highlands buggy ride, and a breakfast buffet featuring local seasonal ingredients.
A cypher-style street dance battle series, Kabukicho Street Cypher 2nd Season, is kicking off at Kabukicho Cinecity Square in Shinjuku. Open to all dancers for free, the series features a point system with a Grand Championship planned for Zepp Shinjuku in April 2027.
The "Bubbles and Breeze Terrace Plan" is back for summer at THE 7th TERRACE, offering free-flow sparkling wine, beer, and cocktails alongside grilled brochettes and a new cold pasta dish on a Nagoya rooftop from June 15, 2026.
Surrounded by the fresh greenery of Kita-Karuizawa in Gunma Prefecture, ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa offers nature walks, birdwatching, golf, onsen, sauna, and seasonal dining in early summer. A limited-time All-inclusive Resort Stay plan is available through July 31, 2026.
Belgian Beer Weekend 2026 Osaka brings 74 varieties of Belgian beer, live music featuring Belgian guest artist Sugarbunny, and classic Belgian food to the riverside setting of Nakanoshima Park from May 27 to 31.
Custom goods manufacturer CLAT-JAPAN has added five new bag items to its lineup, designed for summer outings, sports events, and outdoor gatherings.
MAISON CLASSIC SALON, the station lounge at Takanawa Gateway Station, is holding a dog-friendly evening event on May 22 where owners can enjoy signature pancakes on the terrace while their pets receive complimentary canele treats.
The private villa resort Dei Amami on Amami Oshima marks one year since opening with a special campaign offering complimentary BBQ plans for guests staying during select periods.
A brand-new café called LOOK UP CAFE TOKYO SKYTREE will open on May 22, 2026 — the 14th anniversary of TOKYO SKYTREE — featuring a special rooftop terrace and photogenic limited-edition menu items.
Tethered hot air balloon rides are taking off at two venues near the north foot of Mt. Fuji on May 30 and 31, 2026 — offering a 360-degree panoramic view of the mountain and its surroundings from approximately 15 meters in the air.
Spring flower season has arrived at Kokuei Takino Suzuran Hillside National Government Park near Sapporo. The Tulip & Lily of the Valley Festival 2026 runs from May 16 to May 31, featuring approximately 230,000 tulip bulbs across around 120 varieties, along with a range of free events.
Starting May 9, 2026, Camfort at Everglades Biwako in Shiga Prefecture is introducing a sleep tourism plan that uses canoeing, campfire, and digital detox as a pathway to deeper rest, with a tent sauna added on weekends.
Two special events are set to take place at National Hitachi Seaside Park on May 10, 2026 — a local PR fair showcasing the charm of Hitachinaka, Oarai, and Tokai, and a large-scale hula exhibition featuring 15 performing groups. The park will also offer free admission on that day.
After a hugely popular debut last year, the rooftop beer garden at Swissotel Nankai Osaka's 10th-floor retro bar "Number 10" returns this summer with new menu additions, offering free-flow Japanese gin "Sui" cocktails and hearty grill dishes in the heart of Namba.
Tokyo Kaikan's rooftop beer garden "Ginza Sky Beer Terrace" is back on the 13th floor of Tokyo Kotsu Kaikan in Yurakucho, running from June 17 to August 29, 2026, with three drink-inclusive plans and sweeping views 40 meters above the city.
Novotel Nara's 8F Rooftop Terrace hosts a limited-time summer beer garden from June 1 to October 31, 2026, with charcoal-grilled Baaku pork, international-inspired sides, and free-flow plans starting from ¥7,000.
OSAKA BAY SKYLUMINA FIREWORKS & DRONES comes to Maishima Sports Island in Osaka on June 6, 2026, featuring 10,000 music-synchronized fireworks and an extended drone show of up to 2,000 drones. General ticket sales begin May 9.
Seiko 5 Sports is releasing four new Field series watches featuring a rotating compass bezel and Lumibrite-coated Arabic numeral indices for exceptional legibility in the dark. The watches go on sale June 5, priced between ¥52,800 and ¥56,100.
THE FARM (Farm Resort) in Katori, Chiba is launching a limited-time day glamping plan for the Riverside area from May 6 to June 14, 2026. Guests can enjoy BBQ, vegetable harvesting, campfire with s'mores, and natural hot springs — all within a single day, from 12:00PM to 9:00PM.
Hokukama Bagel in Kamakura is holding a Golden Week event from May 2 to 6, 2026, combining freshly baked bagels with outdoor grilling, camping tent spaces, and hands-on food experiences.
A free outdoor community festival combining stage performances, sports activities, and local food trucks is coming to Tokyu Resort Town Katsuura's Sunny Park on May 5, 2026.
Camping car manufacturer Toy Factory will be exhibiting at FIELDSTYLE TOKYO 2026, held at Tokyo Big Sight on May 9 and 10. Three models — including family campers and a premium European motorhome — will be on display alongside the waterless clesana X1 portable toilet.
La Sportiva is hosting a limited-time shoe rental pop-up at Mt. TAKAO BASE CAMP from May 1 to May 31, 2026. Trail runners can try out the PRODIGIO series on the trails of the Mt. Takao area for just ¥330 per day.
Swiss outdoor brand Mammut opened its grand-opening store at LaLaport EXPOCITY in Suita, Osaka on May 1, 2026. The store is the world's first to adopt Mammut's brand-new global store concept, bringing the sights and textures of the Swiss Alps to Kansai.
A 2-night, 3-day immersive program at Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Tomamu lets families experience the full Farm to Table journey — from cattle herding and milking to mozzarella cheese making and pizza sharing — while completing a summer vacation independent study project.
The Tottori Sand Dunes offer far more than a scenic view. From sandboarding and paragliding to fat biking and camel riding, here is a look at the activities available during Golden Week.
Wood Design Park Yoi in Shiso City, Hyogo Prefecture, is running a rainy season limited glamping plan from May 18 to June 30, 2026, featuring aroma candle making, campfire chocolate fondue, and unlimited hot spring bathing.
Kokuei Sanuki Manno Park in Kagawa Prefecture is hosting a lineup of Golden Week events, including the brand-new Air Adventure Park featuring giant inflatable slides, a jumping tunnel, and a ball pool, running from May 2 to 6.
The ARC'TERYX store at MARK IS Minato Mirai in Yokohama is moving into a larger space and reopening as the "ARC'TERYX MARK IS Minato Mirai Brand Store" on Friday, May 15, 2026, with an expanded product lineup.
On May 10, a family-friendly nature event at Uminonakamichi Seaside National Park will invite 30 pre-registered parent-child pairs to explore and learn about local wildlife using the Biome nature observation app at the Forest of Environmental Coexistence.
On May 31, 2026, a special walking event along the Hisatsu Line lets participants walk roughly 6.4 km from Ōsumi-Yokogawa Station to Kirishima-Onsen Station, including a rare chance to walk on the railway tracks themselves ahead of the line's planned reopening.
A 1-night, 2-day weekday plan in Oguni Town, Yamagata, combining warabi fern picking in scenic mountain landscapes with local soba, warabi mochi making, and a mountain hot spring stay.
The Tanabata Sky Lantern Festival 2026 will take place at two venues—Saitama (July 17–23) and Kyoto (August 7–16)—with up to 3,500 LED sky lanterns lighting up the night sky each evening.
General tickets for teamLab: Yoro Valley, the night outdoor art exhibition running in Chiba's Yoro Valley through May 24, have sold out. Guests staying at participating accommodations in the area are eligible to receive free invitation tickets.
Bears Rock has launched the Choiwaru Usagi Sleeping Bag, a new two-size sleeping bag designed for parents and children to use together, featuring a playful rabbit ear design in cool black and purple tones.
The hilltop glamping resort Memoria Collina IZU80 in Ito, Shizuoka, will open all four dome rooms to dogs starting May 10, 2026. To mark its 2nd anniversary, the facility is running two limited-time campaigns, including up to 20% off on 1-night, 2-meal stays and a dog-first plan with complimentary morning and evening meals for pets.
Mother Farm in Futtsu City, Chiba Prefecture, is currently at peak bloom with 1 million nemophila flowers spreading across the hillside fields in a vivid shade of blue — Golden Week is the perfect time to visit.
Salomon is running the "Mt.FUJI Hiking Campaign," offering lottery winners a 2-night 3-day guided hiking experience tracing the Edo-period pilgrimage route from the base of Mt. Fuji to its summit.
Outdoor brand TOKYO CRAFTS and Ketsumeishi's camp project KTM CAMP have teamed up to release two tent models and an umbrella, with pre-orders opening on April 28, 2026.
Toyohashi Zoo and Botanical Park (Nonhoi Park) in Aichi Prefecture is hosting its popular Golden Week event from April 25 to May 6, 2026, featuring wild animal feeding shows, a zoo rally with gachapon prizes, food trucks, and chances to meet newly arrived animals including lion triplets and baby goats.
BREEZE, a children's fashion brand with around 140 stores nationwide, has released a collaboration collection with Tomica, the long-running diecast minicar series. The lineup covers graphic T-shirts, aloha sets, amphibious pants, pajamas, and an outdoor hat, available in stores and online from April 24, 2026.
Cotopaxi, the American outdoor brand known for its colorful socially conscious gear, has opened "Cotopaxi NAGOYA" on the first floor of Nagoya PARCO East Wing — marking the brand's debut in the Tokai area.
A one-day tour at Enoshima on May 17, 2026 combines sea fishing on Sagami Bay with a visit to the Enoshima Aquarium, designed for students from Grade 1 through Junior High Year 3 with hands-on support from professional fishermen.
The Okuhida Sanno-mura Farm (Sky Pasture), perched at approximately 1,000m elevation in Hida City, Gifu Prefecture, opens for the 2026 season on April 25. New this year are the Yamap Shindo hiking trail to Mt. Tengai and a new bus stop enabling car-free visits.
TOOTH TOOTH CATERING is offering exclusive catering plans for Kobe White Dinner 2026, an outdoor dinner event taking place on May 30 in Kobe's former foreign settlement district. Menus feature aged prosciutto, cheese boards, hors d'oeuvres, and Kobe beef roast beef, with reservations accepted through May 25.
Just 30 minutes from central Tokyo, the hot spring resort of Atami offers a variety of retreat experiences in June 2026 — from firefly viewing and the Jacaranda Festival to luxury ryokan stays, SUP, and art workshops.
A two-day outdoor music festival at Hakuba Happo-one's Usagidaira Terrace brings live performances from Shonan no Kaze, DJ Dainoji, and others to 1,400m above sea level, with the Northern Alps as the backdrop.
A new glamping resort, IYA-KEI GLAMPING TOMORI, has opened in the Iya Valley area of Miyoshi City, Tokushima Prefecture, offering five private accommodation lodges, outdoor bar, sauna, and gourmet dining amid spectacular natural scenery.
JUNGLIA OKINAWA is rolling out a second wave of summer 2026 heat relief measures, including a new 264-seat shaded rest space, shaded outdoor dining, additional large mist fans, and expanded water shows.
Laguna Garden Hotel in Ginowan, Okinawa is opening its 53-meter outdoor pool for the 2026 season on April 29 (Wed, public holiday). The outdoor sauna "Laguna Sauna" at Safi Spa Okinawa will also introduce new morning sessions from the same date.
Mori no Beer Garden opens for the 2026 season at Meiji Jingu Gaien in Tokyo, featuring new Weber BBQ grills, private tarp tent areas, a restored waterfall, and new happoshu drink varieties.
Tokyo Tokyo Delicious Museum returns for its fifth year, gathering popular and hard-to-book Tokyo restaurants at Ariake's Symbol Promenade Park from May 15 to 17, 2026. The three-day outdoor food festival features four themed food zones, live performances, chef demonstrations, and family-friendly amenities.
A new 0.9-hectare urban forest called "Umekita Forest" is set to open on November 20, 2026, within the Grand Green Osaka development near JR Osaka Station, ahead of the full park opening planned for spring 2027.
Fujimi Panorama Resort in Fujimi Town, Nagano, opens its 2026 green season on April 25, running through November 15. The mountain resort at the foot of the Yatsugatake range offers gondola access to Mt. Nyukasa, trekking trails, a mountain bike park, paragliding, and a series of wildflower events throughout the season.
Grinpa, the activity park at the 2nd station of Mount Fuji in Susono City, Shizuoka, is running a spring active campaign from April 25 to May 31, 2026, featuring zip lining, off-road buggies, mountain biking, and a free stamp rally with prize gachas.
The Hakone Open-Air Museum in Kanagawa unveiled its first Yayoi Kusama acquisition on April 19, 2026 — the rare granite sculpture "I Am a Pumpkin" (2013), now on permanent display in a newly redesigned outdoor garden area.
On May 9 and 10, 2026, Snow Peak Land Station HAKUBA hosts an outdoor wine and food event featuring Nagano Prefecture wines, live music, DJ performances, and live painting against the spring backdrop of the Northern Alps.
A hilltop dog run called Sky Site has opened at Kannonyama Fruit Garden in Kinokawa City, Wakayama, offering one group per hour the chance to enjoy sweeping views of the Kinokawa River alongside their dogs.
The highland resort hotel Qkamura Okudaisen in Tottori Prefecture runs exclusive weekday guided outing programs from Monday to Friday, each day visiting a different local attraction with complimentary shuttle service for hotel guests.
SIKI Garden (Sound Nature Trail) at ROKKO Musical Box Museum & Gardens MORINONE on Mt. Rokko will host the Early Summer Season "Concerto" from May 22 to June 24, 2026, featuring open-air concerts, a guided flower-picking tour, and seasonal blooms set against fresh mountain greenery.
Starting May 11, 2026, Tanigawadake Joch by Hoshino Resorts is launching a spring-limited "Botanical Gondola" at 1,300 meters above sea level, offering aerial views surrounded by rare alpine flower art, a flower-spotting trail guide, colorful herbal teas, and a tassel-making craft experience.
During Golden Week 2026, Sayama City hosts two beloved annual events in memory of Minamoto no Yoshitaka — a koinobori display at the Iruma River and a 24 km historical walk — commemorating the young warrior whose tragic story has moved taiga drama fans across Japan.
A limited-time pop-up seafood BBQ event called "Yukkuri Robatayaki" opens at the Apita Utsunomiya store outdoor parking lot from May 1 to 31, 2026, featuring oysters sourced from across Japan and over 30 menu varieties.
A new dinosaur-themed experiential attraction is opening at ABURAYAMA FUKUOKA in Fukuoka City, featuring life-sized moving dinosaur models, AR exploration content, and fossil excavation experiences.
Haguro Mountain Campsite at Kyukamura Shonai Haguro in Bandai-Asahi National Park opens for the 2026 season on April 25, introducing new forest Deck Sites and revised off-season rates.
A special outdoor food event is taking place in Isesaki, Gunma, serving fresh seafood from the Noto Peninsula alongside flavors from across Japan, with a portion of proceeds going toward disaster recovery efforts in Ishikawa Prefecture.
The adventure pool "Aqua Adventure" opens at Suzuka Circuit Park in Mie Prefecture from June 27 to September 27, 2025, with five themed pool zones, slides, and special summer events for the whole family.
Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort kicks off its 2026 green season on April 23, bringing a lineup of events including a gondola-area cleanup initiative, a children's VR experience during Golden Week, spring-limited café menus, and the HAKUBA Yoohoo! Festival music event in late May.
Iceland poppies (approx. 700,000 plants) and nemophila (approx. 530,000 plants) are currently at their peak at Musashi Kyūryō National Government Park in Saitama, with blooms expected to last through late April and into early May.
The beloved Kouyouen Beer Garden in Nagoya's Chikusa ward returns on April 24, 2026, offering all-you-can-eat BBQ and five types of draft beer in a scenic garden setting that has drawn locals and visitors for nearly a century.
A new exclusive glamping plan featuring premium BBQ, outdoor sauna, campfire, and stargazing has launched at Otsuki Outdoor Field KASHINISHI in Kochi Prefecture, available from April 8 through September 30, 2026.
The Seiwa-dai Higashi 3-chome Konara Grove — a city-designated natural monument in Kawanishi — is open to visitors through April 22, offering a rare chance to see a large population of Shirobana Unzen Tsutsuji in full bloom.
During Golden Week (April 29 to May 6), Wood Design Park Yoi in Shiso City, Hyogo is holding a special vegetable marché for day-trip BBQ visitors. Guests can pick fresh locally sourced vegetables on-site and grill them over charcoal — no need to bring anything.
CAMP AKAIKE, a campground nestled in the Aokigahara Forest (Sea of Trees) near Lake Shoji in the Fuji Five Lakes area of Yamanashi, begins its 2026 season on April 18 (Sat). With a wide range of site types and full rental gear available, it serves as an accessible base for experiencing the natural surroundings of Mt. Fuji.
A new auto campsite on the southern shore of Lake Kawaguchi in Yamanashi Prefecture opens on April 18, 2026, offering 18 pitches, stunning views of Mount Fuji, and complimentary canoe and kayak rentals for guests.
A special drone show held at Expo Commemoration Park on April 12, 2026 lit up the Osaka night sky with 3,000 drones, recreating MYAKU-MYAKU and the Grand Ring to mark the first anniversary of Expo 2025, Osaka, Kansai, Japan.
Gunma Flower Park Plus in Maebashi is hosting a series of Golden Week events from April 29 to May 6, 2026, centered around a kids' market, hands-on florist and gardener workshops, outdoor music performances, and seasonal azalea viewing.
metsä Village in Hanno City, Saitama, will host the metsä Midsummer Festival 2026 from May 23 to June 21, 2026, celebrating the Nordic summer solstice tradition with a craft beer event, a lakeside Nordic market, midsummer bonfires, and a flower wreath-lined entrance road.
Mito Plaza Hotel in Ibaraki Prefecture is set to open "Plaza Garden," a new outdoor space nestled in its lush forested grounds, in June 2026, coinciding with the hotel's 25th anniversary.
The 7th Nanki Shirahama Air Show 2026 takes place on April 25 at Shirarahama Beach in Wakayama Prefecture, featuring Japan's top aerobatic pilot Yoshihide Muroya in his first flight performance of the 2026 season.
A night outdoor art exhibition by teamLab is open at Yoro Valley in Chiba, running from April 17 to May 24, 2026. The gorge, shaped over millions of years by the Yoro River, becomes an immersive art space that changes in response to the presence of visitors.
Niseko Village in Hokkaido kicks off its 2026 summer season from Golden Week, featuring outdoor activities at the PURE ground, two golf courses, and a variety of seasonal stays and events through September.
The "Wisteria Garden" at Red Hill Heather Forest in Tsu City, Mie Prefecture opened for the season on April 11, 2026, showcasing around 80 wisteria plants of 13 varieties — including 22 magnificent trees over 60 years old transplanted from the foothills of Mt. Fuji and a rare golden-leaved long wisteria.
GOSE SENTO HOTEL in Nara's Gose-machi has launched two special stay plans timed to the peak azalea bloom at Mt. Katsuragi — one with a shuttle transfer and one by electric bicycle — both departing at 7 AM to beat the rush.
Japan's first large outdoor playground inspired by Ainu culture, "Tomtom," is opening at Upopoy in Shiraoi, Hokkaido — designed so children of all abilities can enjoy Ainu cultural themes together.
A hands-on tea-picking event is coming to Murakami City, Niigata Prefecture on May 30 and 31, 2026. Set in a riverside tea field with over 1,200 years of history, participants can harvest freshly sprouted new tea leaves and bring them home.
On May 3, 2026, Heartland Myoko in Niigata Prefecture is hosting the "GW Wakuwaku Experience Fair," with three hands-on programs including potato planting, clay candle making, and plate ice cream making.
Kizaki Lake Campsite in Omachi, Nagano, closed after tree fall damage, is set to reopen as THE KIZAKI CAMP&LAKE RESORT on April 29, 2026.
Toneri Park in Adachi Ward, Tokyo, is hosting a free flower and illumination event from April 10 to 26, 2026, featuring 35,000 nemophila plants in bloom, an immersive transparent floor photo spot above the flowers, and nightly light shows.
Rising ocean temperatures have brought colorful tropical fish to Ago Bay in Mie Prefecture. LUXUNA Ise-Shima, a glamping resort in Shima City, is launching a glass-bottom boat experience starting May 1, 2026, allowing visitors to observe this changing marine ecosystem without getting wet.
Miyako Hotel Gifu Nagaragawa will host its Sky Beer Garden SOT△DE from June 11 through September 30, 2026, offering a buffet-style dinner with over 70 drink varieties 40 meters above ground, with advance tickets available from April 13.
A two-day spring farming experience event is coming to Wakuwaku Farm inside Musashino Mura amusement park in Kazo City, Saitama, on May 23–24, 2026.
From July 1 to August 31, 2026, Hoshinoya Fuji will offer a special breakfast featuring three varieties of Yamanashi peaches paired with five wine vinegars, served on a private cabin terrace overlooking Lake Kawaguchi.
Laguna Garden Hotel's newly opened sauna and spa facility, Saffi Spa Okinawa in Ginowan, Okinawa, now offers a 12-dish poolside food menu featuring Okinawan cuisine, finger foods, and Chinese dishes to enjoy after a sauna session.
Granvaux Spa Village at Sport & Do Resort Resol no Mori in Nagara-cho, Chiba, is bringing back its popular Firefly Viewing Night Tour from May 23 to July 12, 2026, with nightly guided walks through firefly-lit nature trails for staying guests.
Nemophila and moss phlox have reached peak bloom at Flower Village Hanayume no Sato in Sera, Hiroshima. The Moss Phlox and Nemophila Hill event runs through May 10, 2026, with more blooms still expected in the coming weeks.
Hyatt Regency Kyoto is offering a range of limited-time menus across its restaurants and bar during Golden Week 2026, including an Italian lunch course, outdoor terrace BBQ, Cinco de Mayo cocktails, and a spring dinner course available through mid-June.
Sandqvist, the Stockholm-based bag brand known for its Scandinavian minimalism, is celebrating its full Japan launch with a two-day event at THE A.I.R BUILDING in Nihonbashi on April 28–29, 2026.
The rooftop BBQ venue URBAN EARTH BBQ at the Takasaki Monterey building is reopening on April 9, 2026, with a refreshed menu, expanded seating, and a special spring weekday plan.
The Yokosuka YY Norimono Festa 2026 is set for May 30 and 31, offering hands-on vehicle experiences across multiple venues in Yokosuka, from JR Yokosuka Station to the Maritime Self-Defense Force base.
From April 29 to October 18, 2026, the outdoor "Tenku Garden" on the 58th floor of Abeno Harukas hosts a hands-free BBQ event with three menu plans and all-you-can-eat beef sinew curry.
Kawana Hotel in Ito, Shizuoka is offering a limited-time guided cart tour and mini golf experience on the world-ranked Fuji Course — open to guests with no prior golf experience required.
The renovated Kamo 6 Children's Playground in Kawanishi City, Hyogo Prefecture, has become the city's first skateboarding park, named "Kamoroku Skate Park" following a public vote. An opening ceremony drew around 120 visitors, featuring demonstrations by professional skateboarders.
Nakanojo Gardens in Gunma Prefecture is hosting the Hana-Momo Hill Festival from March 28 to April 19, 2026, where around 1,000 flowering peach trees blanket the hillside in deep pink, alongside food markets, cultural workshops, and a night cherry blossom light-up event.
Sera Kogen Farm in Hiroshima is currently holding its Sakura Festival, with cherry blossoms, rapeseed flowers, and snow willow (Yukiyanagi) all reaching peak bloom simultaneously as of early April 2026.
Little World Open-Air Folk Museum in Inuyama, Aichi is hosting "Ainu Week" on four days in April 2026, featuring traditional Ainu dance performances, mukuri instrument experiences, Hokkaido cuisine, and Ainu goods.
The golf brand AS2OV GOLF has launched pre-orders for its 2026 spring/summer collection starting April 3, 2026, featuring a CORDURA Ballistic® boston tote, golf shoes with a free-lock system, and a lineup of functional apparel.
Set against the backdrop of Mt. Asama at around 1,000 meters elevation, Karuizawa Asama Golf Course begins its 2026 season on April 4, offering a new resort-style plan for pairs that combines golf, hot springs, and afternoon tea.
The Sunset Marina BBQ Garden at Nagasaki Sunset Marina THE VILLAS NAGASAKI opens for the 2026 season on April 11, featuring Italian restaurant-quality BBQ with ocean views, free-flow drinks, and new children's activities.
A rooftop beer garden steps from Shinjuku Station, Tabisuru Beer Garden Hello. returns for 2026 with a colorful "Vibrant Japan" theme, a revamped merry-go-round, and all-new lighting.
The 3rd Awaji Island COSPLAY ~Awacos~ Powered by World Cosplay Summit is set to take place on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the Nijigen no Mori anime park on Awaji Island, welcoming cosplayers and photographers from across the country.
Forest Adventure TATESHINA in Chino City, Nagano, is reopening on April 25, 2026 with a redesigned Trek Course that lets visitors of all ages explore 9 different sites freely within a set time period.
Approaching its second anniversary, TAKIGO brings the ancient Japanese practice of waterfall bathing to Yūhi-no-taki Falls in Kanagawa, welcoming everyone from solo travelers to corporate groups.
The popular open-air beer garden "Mori no Beer Garden" returns to Meiji Jingu Gaien on April 22, 2026, with new Weber grill BBQ areas and private tarp tents added for the season.
Samukawa Central Park in Kanagawa hosts a full-day cherry blossom festival on April 4, 2026, featuring kitchen trucks, craft stalls, stage performances in the daytime, and a colorful illumination of the famous "Cherry Blossom Tunnel" after sunset.
A limited-time glamping collaboration inspired by the hit anime Frieren: Beyond Journey's End launches at Agricultural Resort THE FARM in Katori, Chiba, running from July 17 to October 16, 2026.
Hoshinoya Fuji, Japan's first glamping resort near Lake Kawaguchi in Yamanashi, is offering the "Early Summer Forest Glamping Stay" from May 9 to July 27, 2026, featuring a forest sweets festival, morning nature walks, a sunset beer deck, campfire coffee, and postcard-making activities.
Hotel New Otani (Tokyo) is opening its outdoor pool "GARDEN POOL" for five days during Golden Week 2026, from May 2 to 6, complete with a heated pool, a toddler section, poolside dining, an ice sculpture performance, and exclusive private cabana areas.
Starting April 1, 2026, IKEA Japan is rolling out the SOLUPPGÅNG outdoor collection — a range of enamel mugs, cooler baskets, foldable stools, and more, blending Nordic friluftsliv with the Japanese concept of komorebi.
The canola flower fields near Shichikokuyama Farmers Center in Machida, Tokyo are approaching peak bloom in mid-to-late April, offering a seasonal landscape along with rapeseed oil pressing demonstrations and fresh soba sales.
THE NORTH FACE FOOTWEAR SHINSAIBASHI, the brand's world-first footwear-centered concept shop, is set to open on April 25, 2026, on the 4th floor of the new QUARTZ SHINSAIBASHI commercial facility in Osaka.
A special Tree Climbing® experience event is being held at the 21st Century Forest and Plaza in Matsudo on April 29, 2026. Participants use dedicated ropes and safety gear to climb trees in this hands-on nature activity.
PlusOne Education is hosting a 4-night, 5-day horseback riding camp for children in Niseko, Hokkaido this May 2026. Set against the vast natural landscape of Kutchan Town, the program covers everything from horse grooming to trail riding.
Tsubame to Chatake, a natural farming tea producer in Nakagane-cho, Okazaki City, Aichi, is hosting a spring tea-picking event where participants can harvest fresh tea leaves while enjoying the satoyama landscape.
A new combo ticket covering Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium and JUNGLIA OKINAWA went on sale on March 30, 2026, offering visitors a convenient way to experience both the sea and forest of northern Okinawa in a single day.
The SAKURA WINE FESTIVAL 2026 is coming to Yaba Park in Nagoya this April, with a brand-new gamified feature called SAKE QUEST that lets attendees earn extra coins by completing wine-tasting challenges via the official app.
Wood Design Park Okazaki's HEYAmping guest rooms are being renovated around a solid wood and modern aesthetic, blending a two-tier private space with an in-room cinema experience that makes staying inside the main attraction.
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel is selling a seasonal picnic set called "Picnic Palette" until April 30, 2026, featuring local Shiga ingredients, picnic gear, and views of Lake Biwa – just 9 minutes from Kyoto.
A 4-day comprehensive event exploring the watersheds connecting the Nanyo Alps to the Uwanada Sea and Shimanto River will be held from April 22 to 25, 2026, at Mori no Kuni Valley in Matsuno-cho, Ehime Prefecture, featuring symposiums, field work, and a community festival.
The Shibuya River Street promenade is getting its first illumination renewal in three years. Starting April 1, 2026, a nature-inspired lighting concept called "SHIBUYA FLOWSCAPE" will transform the riverside walkway with light that responds to water, wind, and air conditions.
Swiss outdoor brand MAMMUT is opening its second directly operated store in Osaka on April 25, 2026, on the 4th floor of QUARTZ SHINSAIBASHI — a new complex in the Shinsaibashi area — with an interior inspired by the design culture of Zurich, Switzerland.
Memoria Collina IZU80, an ocean-view glamping resort in Izu, Shizuoka, has launched two limited-time plans — a last-minute discount offering up to 20% off from ¥11,000 per person per night, and a family plan where children in elementary school or younger stay free.
Starting April 10, 2026, the Oirase Keiryu Hotel by Hoshino Resorts will offer the upgraded "Oirase Moss Journey" plan, featuring a newly added moss art bath, moss-themed meals, and a 20th anniversary stamp campaign for all guests.
Shima Green Adventure in Shima City, Mie Prefecture is hosting a real mystery-solving game from April 24 to June 28, 2026, where participants explore the park as the "Hero of Light" to collect five orbs and save the world of Shimadia.
Tokyo's Toneri Park will host the "Flowers & Light Movement" from April 10 to 26, 2026, featuring nemophila flower beds, immersive illuminations, and light installations across the park's fountain and lawn areas — all free to enter.
On April 18 and 19, 2026, Meriken Park in Kobe will host "Waku Waku Animal World," a two-day interactive animal event featuring over 30 species including small animals, birds, reptiles, and insects.
From April 11 to June 30, 2026, GLAMP DOME Ise-Kashikojima in Mie Prefecture will host a Hawaiian-style resort experience featuring acai bowls, a tropical drink bar, and rental Hawaiian accessories.
To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Kobe Minato Onsen Ren is reviving its tent sauna event on April 18 and 19, 2026, featuring aufguss performances by 10 Aufgiesser alongside an outdoor heated pool for cooling down.
Life on Products has released the "Ice Freeze Stamp" (LCACL010), a compact device that instantly freezes a damp towel into an icy cooling cloth with a single press. Available from March 25, 2026.
Shima Green Adventure in Shima City, Mie Prefecture is adding a new "Camp Field" featuring 22 spacious sites on former golf course grounds, opening May 1, 2026.
TO THE HERBS Shibuya's terrace is offering four limited-edition sets pairing Chandon Rosé with wood-fired Neapolitan pizza and seasonal sweets, available through April 19, 2026.
On April 4 and 5, 2026, Fuji-Q Highland will host its 3rd Sweets Walking event, inviting visitors to stroll a 1.5km cherry blossom route inside the park while sampling mini sweets at five shops, all with Mt. Fuji as the backdrop.
Kyukamura Hiruzen Kogen, a highland resort in Daisen-Oki National Park, is offering a free guided outing to cherry blossom spots — including the historic Gaisen Sakura in Shinjo Village and the Kayabe Shrine cherry blossom avenue — for hotel guests starting April 1.
MatsuKiyoKoKoKara & Company is introducing a new private brand series, "matsukiyo MEDIVEIL+," focused on skin-friendly formulations. Six products go on sale from April 9 at Matsumoto Kiyoshi Group and KokoKara Fine Group stores nationwide.
The outdoor lifestyle brand EKAL is releasing its 2026 spring/summer exclusive collaboration items with NANGA, featuring functional T-shirts designed for both everyday wear and outdoor activities.
Takino Snow World is wrapping up the white season on March 31, while the park's Green Season — featuring 230,000 tulips in 120 varieties, Shirane Aoi wildflowers, camping, BBQ areas, and large play structures — is set to begin on April 19.
Towada Prince Hotel on the west shore of Lake Towada opens for the 2026 season in April, with an exclusive early morning lake cruising café experience available for hotel guests.
BEB5 Karuizawa by Hoshino Resorts and wellness company suwaru are hosting a 1-night, 2-day retreat in the Karuizawa Hoshino Area, featuring yoga, meditation, forest bathing, and flying squirrel watching in the fresh greenery of May.
Kasama in Ibaraki Prefecture is known for its autumn chestnut harvest and chrysanthemum festival, but spring is equally spectacular, with cherry blossoms and azaleas transforming the mountains into a vivid floral landscape.
The beachside BBQ facility SEA SIDE MAGIC in Laguna Gamagori, Aichi is back for 2026, offering hands-free BBQ from ¥2,500 per person alongside summer pools, fireworks, and a range of seasonal events.
Mihama Town Lake Center in Fukui is hosting a two-day spring event with zero-emission boat cruises, bird-watching tours, night cruises, and a cycle cruise across the scenic Mikata Five Lakes.
Kasamatsu Town in Gifu Prefecture hosts its annual spring festival, featuring a cherry blossom festival from March 21 to April 5 and the traditional Honmatsuri on April 12.
On April 25, 2026, a one-day-only special event called "Forest Photo Session to Encounter Birds' Gaze" debuts at the Karuizawa Hoshino Area. Using the latest AI-powered camera technology, even beginners can capture stunning shots of wild birds in the spring forest.
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion is hosting a complimentary English-guided night sakura walking tour from March 28 to April 10, 2026, taking guests through Kennin-ji Temple, Hanamikoji, Yasaka Shrine, and Maruyama Park.
Marking one year since the Europe Area renovation, Little World Open-Air Folk Museum in Inuyama, Aichi will hold a three-day commemorative event from March 20 to 22, featuring Celtic music performances and limited-edition anniversary gourmet dishes.
Tokyo Tower's beloved outdoor highball garden is back for its 15th season, running from March 20 to October 18, 2026, with two distinct venues offering al fresco dining and drinks in the shadow of the iconic tower.
A free real-life escape game exploring the story of Alaska seafood is being held at Yoyogi Park on March 22. Participants who complete the challenge will receive a complimentary Alaska pollock cheese kamaboko.
Uji Wazuka-en, a Japanese tea brand, has introduced two new outdoor-friendly products — CAMP de TEA, a drip-style Japanese tea for camping, and TRAIL TEA, organic cold brew tea bags for hiking and trekking.
Izumo Taisha Sagami Bunsha in Hadano, Kanagawa, is holding its "Minami Hadano Mura Sakura Matsuri" from March 21 through April 12, 2026, featuring the 20-meter-tall "Ryoen Sakura" Somei Yoshino cherry tree in full bloom, light-up evenings, limited edition goshuin stamps, and strolling Kanagawa's longest cherry blossom avenue — some 700 trees stretching 6.2 km.
A guided cycling tour through the Okitama Sakura Corridor in Yamagata Prefecture covers celebrated cherry blossom spots across three one-day outings in April 2026, with rental bikes included in the tour price.
A special program is planned for March 22 at the Sennan Oyster Festival, held at SENNAN LONG PARK's "Umi no Marché" in Osaka. The day features live stage performances, free oyster soup, local sake tasting, a shell craft workshop, and a food rally.
From May 1 to 6, 2026, Hakodate Onuma Prince Hotel is holding a limited-time "Night Cherry Blossom Tour by Golf Cart," inviting guests to ride through a golf course blanketed in spring blooms beneath a star-filled sky.
From April 24 to May 31, 2026, Tokyo Midtown's lush green garden transforms into an outdoor haven with hands-free picnic rentals, a koinobori gallery, wellness activities, craft beer, and more.
A seasonal outdoor dining destination is coming to the hills of Fukuoka. THE GARDEN BRASSERIE at HILLTOP RESORT FUKUOKA will open for a limited time starting April 18, 2026, offering panoramic city views alongside BBQ and fusion buffet dining.
A free-admission light outdoor event is set for SENNAN LONG PARK in Osaka's Sennan City, offering bonfire experiences, hands-on workshops, laser tag battles, food trucks, and a fashion market.
Tucked within the ancient Fukugi windbreak forest of Bise in northern Okinawa, the private villa resort "bise-enpu" completes its grand opening with all three villas—Blanc, Nero, and Kayu—available from March 20, 2026.
A community-based sustainable market event, "COMMONs MARKET KAWAGUCHI 2026 SPRING," will take place at OKS CAMPUS in Kawaguchi, Saitama on April 12, 2026. The free admission event features a children-only flea market, organic farming workshops, KOMBUCHA brewing sessions, and a farmers and craft market with around 25 vendors.
HAC Co., Ltd. is set to release a lineup of electric water guns and a waterproof bag starting March 2026, bringing more firepower and protection to summer water play.
Hotel New Otani Makuhari's outdoor garden restaurant "Shell the Garden" will host a special Golden Week gourmet event featuring open-air BBQ, a premium chef's dinner, and a poolside afternoon tea — with dogs now welcome, too.
A month-by-week guide to visiting Japan in May, covering wisteria at Ashikaga Flower Park, nemophila at Hitachi Seaside Park, Golden Week logistics, Sanja Matsuri in Asakusa, Hakata Dontaku in Fukuoka, Aoi Matsuri in Kyoto, the Tateyama Snow Wall, Kamikochi hiking, May Grand Sumo in Tokyo, seasonal food, and weather tips.
The Kurushima Kaikyo Sightseeing Boat & Tower-Top Experience (Kurukuru Climb) tour returns for 2026, combining a boat ride through one of Japan's Three Major Tidal Currents with a rare visit to the top of Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge, approximately 180m above sea level. Applications for April through June sessions opened on March 6.
A special dedicated zone for riders arrives again at the fireworks entertainment event held at Fuji Speedway on April 11, 2026, with circuit parade runs and popular motoblogger appearances.
Adventure World in Shirahama, Wakayama is launching a new electric bike tour through its safari area in collaboration with local mobility company glafit, starting March 21, 2026. Riders aged 16 and older can explore the animal zone and enjoy feeding experiences — no driver's license required.
Everything you need to plan your visit to Fushimi Inari Taisha, from the iconic Senbon Torii tunnel to the Mt. Inari summit hike, plus practical tips on timing, food, and photography.
From May 15 to August 31, 2026, Hoshinoya Okinawa will run a special night pool program featuring time-specific cocktails and live Ryukyuan classical music performed by the illuminated infinity pool.
Kyoto Oimo Daisakusen 2026 brings 15 specialty sweet potato shops to Umekoji Park from March 26 to 29, featuring national baked sweet potato grand prix champions and a packed lineup of food, experiences, and family activities.
The Tokai region's largest sports cycling event heads to Aeon Mall Atsuta in Nagoya on March 21 and 22, 2026, with test rides, over 100 brands, celebrity talk shows, a kids area, and more.
Tsumagoi Resort Sainosato in Kakegawa, Shizuoka, hosts the 2026 Tsumagoi Spring Festa on March 28 and 29 with free admission, featuring kitchen cars, dance performances, and an electric bike trial ride as around 1,500 cherry trees come into full bloom.
Garden Necklace Yokohama 2026 opens on March 19, filling the city with blooms from cherry blossoms to roses over 88 days. The 10th anniversary edition features a 10,000㎡ grand flowerbed and exciting new venue collaborations.
A new portable fan from Life on Products doubles as a mist fan when attached to a standard 350ml PET bottle. Available from March 25, 2026, the LCAF038 features multiple modes including desk fan and hands-free neck strap use, priced at ¥2,618 (tax included).
Patina Osaka is distributing 200 free upcycled paper leisure sheets for hanami season, available from March 20 to April 12, 2026. Chef-prepared picnic sets and sandwiches are also available for takeout at the hotel's P72 restaurant.
Sagamiko MORI MORI in Sagamihara, Kanagawa hosts one of the Kanto region's largest cherry blossom festivals, featuring thrilling attractions amid approximately 2,500 cherry trees, nighttime illuminations, and hanami BBQ from March 20 to April 19, 2026.
A free outdoor projection mapping event at Tennozu Canal East will project yokai-themed digital animations onto buildings along both banks of the Tennozu Canal from March 20 to 23, 2026.
Animals from Gokatsura Ike Animal Park are heading to VISON's kiond facility in Mie for two days of hands-on experiences, including feeding, crafts, and campfire marshmallow roasting.
A practical guide to visiting Japan in April, covering cherry blossom timing by region, spring festivals like Takayama and Miyako Odori, the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route snow wall, seasonal food, wisteria at Ashikaga Flower Park, weather and packing tips, and how to handle Golden Week crowds.
A practical guide to Nara covering Nara Park and its famous deer, Todai-ji's Great Buddha, Kasuga-taisha's lantern-lined paths, the old merchant streets of Naramachi, and local mochi shops -- with access from Osaka and Kyoto, admission prices, and tips for interacting with the deer.
The Ogimachi Sakura Festival takes place at Ogimachi Park in Osaka's Kita Ward from April 3 to 5, 2026, featuring night cherry blossom illuminations, sakura-colored sky lanterns, Japanese traditional music and street performance shows, sake tasting, and food trucks.
Kokuei Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park in Sapporo is hosting a series of late-winter events where visitors can venture into the forest on snowshoes and search for the first signs of spring. The snow world remains open through March 31, with the green season kicking off on April 19.
A 1-night 2-day "Grinpa Waku-Doki Activity Camp" is scheduled for April 25–26, 2026, featuring athletic challenges, the popular "Picasso's Tamago" obstacle course, a night buggy ride, and various rides at the amusement park nestled at the 2nd station of Mount Fuji.
A practical guide to Kamakura covering the Great Buddha, Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, Komachi-dori street food, Zen temples in Kita-Kamakura, hiking trails, and the Enoden coastal line — with access info from Tokyo, admission prices, and seasonal tips.
The Japan travel series "Discover Japan With Insta360" wraps up its final chapter in Hokkaido, capturing the winter landscapes of Tomamu and Bibai over three days using the Insta360 X5, Ace Pro 2, and GO Ultra cameras.
Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort has announced plans to renew its No. 5 South Lift — connecting the summit area with the Hakuba Hitotoki no Mori observation area — for the first time in approximately 37 years, with operations set to begin in December 2027.
Kobe Portopia Hotel is offering two limited-time spring takeout options — a hotel-made Picnic Box and a seasonal Japanese bento from Kobe Tamura — perfect for a day out at the nearby parks on Port Island.
LOGOS has launched a special feature page showcasing Pokémon-designed outdoor gear, with 19 items going on general sale from March 19, 2026. Pre-orders are now available at LOGOS stores nationwide.
From March 16 to April 15, 2026, the rooftop BBQ venue at Shin-Yokohama Prince Hotel is offering a cherry blossom-themed barbecue plan featuring seasonal ingredients and sakura-inspired decor.
A sauna enthusiast meetup event called "Shinshu Sauna Travel Recommendations" is coming to Ginza NAGANO on March 20, 2026, offering a deep dive into Nagano's outdoor sauna scene, expert guest talks, local food, and more.
The 2nd Sori-1 JAPAN Hokkaido Wood Sled Championship is set to take place at Sapporo Teine Ski Resort on March 22, 2026, as part of the Winter Sports Festival. Free to enter, the event features both an expert slalom division and a straight-speed challenge division open to participants of all skill levels.
A new area of the annual forest rental service Forenta has opened in Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture. Known as "forenta-TOCHIGI Nasu Otawara Camp Area," it offers wild, undeveloped forest plots where renters can create their own outdoor experience.
WASUKI BASE Biwako VILLA STYLE in Makino, Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, is now accepting reservations. The property offers three cottages and two dome-style glamping units right alongside Lake Biwa, with BBQ facilities, a dog run, and easy walking access to the award-winning Makino Sunny Beach.
Yokohama's beloved German spring festival returns to the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Event Plaza for 17 days from April 24 to May 10, 2026. Admission is free, with German beer, food, live music, family activities, day camping, and an outdoor cinema all on offer.
From spring through autumn, five restaurants operated by Positive Dream Persons are rolling out open-air beer terrace plans, where guests can enjoy seasonal cuisine and drinks under the open sky.
A large-scale fireworks event is coming to Nishikinohama Beach in Kaizuka, Osaka on April 4, 2026, featuring approximately 10,000 shells and a 300-meter-wide display. Umi Terrace Nishikinohama is offering exclusive overnight and day-trip BBQ plans to mark the occasion.
A large-scale outdoor music festival is set to take place at Tottori Flower Corridor on September 5–6, 2026, combining live performances from top artists with a massive food festival and family-friendly facilities.
A sukiyaki restaurant set within Kyoto's famous Maruyama Park will introduce bento-style lunch sets and a 60-minute all-you-can-eat sukiyaki course on March 20, 2026 — perfectly timed for cherry blossom season.
Tokushima Central Park comes alive with the lively rhythms of Awa Odori on April 26, 2026, featuring three different dance styles across the park. Admission is free.
On May 24, 2026, a unique rice planting event combining SDGs practices and hands-on farming will take place in the Takataki area of Ichihara City, Chiba Prefecture, using organic compost made from elephant dung collected at a local zoo.
Oedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Seiunkaku in Fukui's Awara hot spring town is upgrading its glamping area with Snow Peak's JYUBAKO mobile house, co-designed by architect Kengo Kuma. The area reopens April 4, 2026, with reservations available from March 2.
Wood Design Park Kyoto, a nature-themed outdoor hotel and BBQ venue, is opening in Kyotanabe City, Kyoto, with accommodation pre-opening on April 25, 2026, and a grand opening set for May 23, 2026.
For two days only in late March 2026, the riverside resort COMORIVER in Tokigawa Town, Saitama, is hosting a special cherry blossom sauna festival with four types of saunas, a river slide, and seven unique spring activities.
A new portable stainless bottle launched on March 2 serves dual purposes as an ice bag in summer and a hot water bottle in winter, priced at ¥2,178 (tax included).
Fuji Honmotosuko Resort in Yamanashi will host the Fuji Shibazakura Festival from April 11 to May 24, 2026, featuring approximately 500,000 moss phlox plants in six varieties set against the backdrop of snow-capped Mt. Fuji.
Starting March 2, 2026, Nagasaki-hana Beach Resort in Bungotakada, Oita offers two new accommodation plans designed to make the most of the area's spectacular spring rapeseed flower scenery.
TINY GARDEN FESTIVAL 2026 returns to the lakeside campground in Tateshina, Nagano for three days from June 5 to 7. Singer-songwriter Orisaka Yuta has been confirmed as the first featured performer, with tickets going on sale March 7, 2026.
ANA InterContinental Manza Beach Resort in Onna Village, Okinawa, is ushering in its summer season on March 14 with a beach opening ceremony, the launch of one of Japan's largest ocean athletic parks, a beachside wellness program, and a daytime DJ pool party.
A breathtaking fusion of music and fireworks is coming to SENNAN LONG PARK in Sennan, Osaka, on August 22, 2026, as the "SBI Maihanabi in Osaka, Sennan" makes its debut.
Japan's oldest amusement park is unveiling a renovated rooftop area featuring 87 types of flowers and greenery. The first 250 visitors on opening day will receive a complimentary spring flower, and a Mame-zakura cherry tree will be planted as a commemorative tree.
A 4-session muskmelon growing and harvesting workshop is being held at Tomato Ranch in the Miho area of Shizuoka's Shimizu Ward, set amid the natural beauty of a World Cultural Heritage site.
Oimo Fes SHIZUOKA 2026 & Shizuoka Exposition is held at Granship Plaza in Shizuoka City from February 27 to March 1, 2026. Sweet potato specialty shops, sweets vendors, and producers from across Japan gather for this three-day event, now in its fifth edition since first launching in 2023.
From late March, the grounds of Seigantoji Temple near Nachikatsuura offer a rare springtime view of Nachi Falls and the three-storied pagoda framed by cherry blossoms, best enjoyed on a guided walk along the UNESCO World Heritage Kumano Kodo trail.
Nagasakibana Beach Resort in Bungotakada, Oita Prefecture will host the 3rd Nagasakibana Beach Festa on Saturday, March 7, 2026. The popular day-trip event returns with BBQ, roasted sweet potato and baked apple experiences, craft activities, and festival-style food stalls—all set against a backdrop of 27 million rapeseed flowers in bloom.
The NOK Kids Backcountry Tour 2026 returns for its fourth year with ten free sessions across Niigata, Aomori, Toyama, Gunma, and Nagano prefectures. A newly added Freeride Academy for junior athletes features coaching from Finnish snowboarding legend Antti Autti.
At Yoyogi Park's SAKANA & JAPAN FESTIVAL 2026, 75 influencers, athletes, and performers dressed as cats rallied crowds to eat fish from Fukushima, Tohoku, and Hokkaido, driving a combined follower reach of over 2.86 million in support of disaster recovery.
Reservations for the 2026 Golden Week period (April 29 to May 6) are now open at Wood Design Park Okazaki in Aichi Prefecture, with early bird discounts of up to 20% off available for those who book ahead.
A one-of-a-kind collaboration between Hodaigi Ski Resort and the Gunma Crane Thunders pro basketball team drew around 200 visitors for a day of snowy basketball fun on February 11, 2026.
Gramicci and ALWAYTH are back with their second capsule collection, featuring 8 items that blend outdoor functionality with all-weather design. The collection goes on general sale February 28, 2026, with a launch party and pre-sale the night before at Gramicci Harajuku.
Rokko Mountain Athletic Park GREENIA is adding a new preschool-exclusive athletic area called Chibidoland and renovating the Yahhoy variety athletic zone, both launching when the 2026 season opens on March 20.
Nagai Uminote Park Soleil no Oka in Yokosuka, Kanagawa, is launching an immersive mystery experience called Trailer House Mystery from March 1, 2026, where overnight guests can solve a story-driven puzzle right inside their trailer house cabin.
A multi-theme cycling event open to everyone from beginners to cycling enthusiasts is coming to Matsusaka Keirin (Matsusaka Velodrome) on March 29, 2026. Admission is free.
A new CHUMS store opens at COCOON CITY in Saitama Shin-Toshin on March 27, 2026, featuring classic American design inspired by the original Utah store and exclusive Saitama collaborations.
Kobe Agri Park is hosting a spectacular spring event featuring approximately one million nemophila flowers blooming across a hillside, creating a stunning blue landscape that blends seamlessly with the sky from April 18 to May 17, 2026.
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On March 15, the National Alps Azumino Park's Omachi-Matsukawa area will host a Park Supporter Trial Event for those interested in volunteer activities. Participants can experience hands-on programs to understand supporter roles and activities, while enjoying nature experiences, food preparation, and crafts firsthand.
A unique winter experience in Uonuma offers snowy forest night walks and snow tent sauna sessions for those seeking alternatives to traditional winter sports, taking place on March 7 and 14, 2026.
adidas TERREX introduces the Agravic franchise of trail running shoes, featuring four models designed for different distances and race plans, from ultra-distance races to daily training.
Harvest Hill's rapeseed flower fields are now in peak bloom. The 500,000 flowers create a stunning yellow carpet across 3,000 square meters, offering visitors an early taste of spring under the blue sky.
A luxury ryokan on Iki Island, Nagasaki Prefecture, is offering a special outdoor dining experience from April 1 to June 15, 2026, featuring premium Iki beef and fresh seafood against the backdrop of Japan's Top 100 Sunsets.
Following last year's successful debut, the Kuragaike Park Sky Lantern event returns with an expanded scale, offering more participants the chance to release glowing lanterns into the night sky this spring.
STS (School Tour Ship) presents a hands-on insect education program where children learn about giant stag beetles, practice breeding techniques, and create habitats. Scheduled for March 8, 2026, near Mejiro or Ikebukuro Station.
Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza will host the KARUIZAWA SNOW FESTA on February 21-22, featuring snow play areas and a strawberry marché, followed by a Spring the Bargain sale from March 13-31 with up to 70% off at over 170 stores.
Ojiya City, Niigata Prefecture, presents the 50th Ojiya Fusen Ikki (Balloon Fiesta), the only snow-covered hot air balloon competition in Honshu, featuring balloon championships, glowing balloon displays, fireworks, and lantern releases on February 21-22.
Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture, announces the Kyoto Kameoka Balloon Festival 2026, running April 4-6. As the season opener for Japan's hot air balloon ranking system, this festival features competitive flights, tethered balloon rides, and family-friendly programs including the new Marker Challenge experience.
Sport & Do Resort Resol no Mori in Nagara-machi, Chiba, is hosting a Spring Retreat Fair from March 20 to May 31, 2026, featuring BIG SUP cruising, water roll attractions, and floating sound bath experiences on their resort pool surrounded by nature.
The 2026 Autobacs Super GT Round 2 Golden Week Special will be held at Fuji Speedway on May 3rd-4th. Featuring 300km/h races, camping, gourmet food, and live music entertainment.
Nagasakibana Beach Resort in Bungo-Takada City, Oita Prefecture, will host its 3rd Fishing Competition on February 21st. Participants compete to catch the most fish within a time limit, with equipment provided.
The Shobara DMO is running the Winter Koso Shobara Campaign 2026 through March 8, 2026, showcasing winter attractions in this heavy snowfall region. The campaign features ski slope discounts, free onsen access, snowshoe hiking, and unique snow camping experiences.
Snow Peak YAKEI SUITE ABURAYAMA FUKUOKA in Fukuoka City introduces an exclusive accommodation plan offering complete privacy with in-room check-in, dining, and private bonfire experience, all with stunning city night views.
The campground located inside Tega Hill Park in Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture has undergone a large-scale renewal, transforming into a family-friendly outdoor destination.
Niigata Youth Nature House will host a bonfire experience event on March 7, 2026. Participants aged elementary school 4th grade and above will enjoy fire-starting experiences and outdoor cooking activities.
On February 22nd, 2026, Unazuki Snow Park in Kurobe City, Toyama Prefecture, hosts the first snow luge trial event in the Hokuriku region. Anyone can enjoy this accessible winter sport from day one.
Sagamiko MORI MORI resort in Kanagawa will host its 6th annual cherry blossom running and walking event on March 29, 2026, featuring special guest starter Susumu Hara from Aoyama Gakuin University's track and field team.
FREAK'S STORE has launched three exclusive Coleman bag models from the Walker series, featuring 33L and 15L backpacks plus a square shoulder bag perfect for outdoor adventures and urban use.
Sport & Do Resort Resol no Mori in Nagara, Chiba Prefecture, will host a special Total Lunar Eclipse Observation Tour on March 3, 2026, where visitors can witness the moon transform into a reddish-copper color during this rare celestial phenomenon.
Michi-no-Eki Kazuno Antler in Akita Prefecture hosts a winter festival featuring snow activities, snow candles, campfires, and winter fireworks on February 7, 2026, with collaboration from local junior high school students.
A special cherry blossom dining experience will be available on the 11th-floor terrace of Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya, featuring cherry-inspired pizza, desserts, and cocktails surrounded by pink illuminations and sweeping Shibuya views.
LOGOS, a popular Japanese outdoor brand, has released three new colors (green, pink, beige) of its Vacuum Hot & Cold Pet Bottle Cylinder, featuring full vacuum insulation technology that keeps drinks cold or hot for extended periods. The bottle holder accommodates sizes from 370ml to 670ml and works with canned beverages.
R.project's camping site search and reservation platform 'Nap' revealed the winners of the Nap AWARD 2025, recognizing Japan's most popular campsites across three categories.
Izumo Glamping REUNA, located in the mythical land of Izumo, Shimane Prefecture, is celebrating its 3rd anniversary this spring with three special accommodation plans. Enjoy unique outdoor experiences in the beautiful natural setting of Daisen-Oki National Park.
EKAL, a brand connecting daily life with nature through lakeside living, is re-releasing the popular collaboration bag with CARIBOU Mountaineering in new 2026 SS colors.
A new family-oriented glamping facility featuring tree house accommodations, outdoor BBQ dining, and an indoor kids' play area opens in Komono Town, Mie Prefecture on March 7, 2026.
From April 1 to June 30, 2026, guests and their dogs can enjoy a morning beach cleanup walk along the beautiful Shirahama Coast in Shimoda, followed by breakfast on an ocean-view terrace.
Tanigawadake Joch and Mt.T are hosting the second annual Tanigawa Yukiyama Festival from April 4-5, 2026. The event features gear trials, workshops, fashion shows, and live music to make snowy mountain activities more accessible and exciting.
The Towada Lake Winter Story 2026 festival opens on January 30, featuring a new Snow Park where visitors can enjoy various snow activities without bringing their own equipment. The park includes gentle snow slides for families and thrilling banana boat rides.
The luxury camping resort is opening its doors to families with preschool-aged children for select dates in late March, offering a special opportunity to enjoy the gentle spring weather and stunning night views of Fukuoka.
Sodegaura City is hosting Walking Festa 2026, a multi-generational walking event at Tokyo German Village on March 8, 2026, with courses of approximately 4 km and 8 km.
Hitachi Seaside Park hosts popular winter bird watching sessions on January 24th and February 28th. The park also features a new exhibition introducing wild birds and bird watching for beginners.
A new winter destination debuts at Meiji Park in Shinjuku, featuring an ice skating rink sponsored by Corona Cero and outdoor kotatsu lounges powered by Anker. The month-long event runs from January 16 to February 15, 2026.
The Hakodate Onuma Prince Hotel has opened a new winter activity area called "Hakodate Onuma Snow Field," offering snowshoe and cross-country skiing experiences in the scenic Onuma region starting January 17, 2026.
Orion Island Waves, a new beachside music festival, debuts on April 18-19, 2026, at Senagajima in Okinawa. Experience live music, local food, and island culture in a stunning seaside setting.
LOGOS Corporation's outdoor brand is holding a three-day festival featuring special prices on winter camping gear, family-friendly activities, and exclusive 40th anniversary novelty items from January 23 to 25, 2026.
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Tokyo Prince Hotel will host TOKYO BLOOM PICNIC from March 7 to May 31, 2026, offering colorful picnic baskets with hotel-quality cuisine on a terrace overlooking Tokyo Tower.
Adult leisure brand yocabito announces the release of their new folding chair "CEREMONY" featuring an ultra-slim 15mm frame design, perfect for both indoor and outdoor settings.
Bears Rock's -32°C mummy sleeping bag challenges the typical constraints of mummy-style designs with its spacious construction, ensuring comfortable winter sleep.
Starting January 11, 2026, Tanigawadake Joch by Hoshino Resorts introduces a beginner-friendly snow mountain climbing school. Learn essential techniques and safety knowledge from expert guides in the scenic Tanigawa mountain range.
Starting January 2026, BACK YARD's two Yokohama locations offer an all-you-can-eat oyster BBQ plan featuring fresh oysters from Mie Prefecture. Choose between grilled or steamed preparations, and enjoy unlimited oysters for one hour with 10 seasonings available.
Kyukamura Nikko Yumoto, a resort hotel located on the shores of Lake Yunoko in Oku-Nikko, will launch a "Beginner Snowshoe Hiking" program starting January 13, 2026. This experience allows guests to fully immerse themselves in the fluffy powder snow and winter wonderland of Oku-Nikko.
Okayama's Onbara Kogen Ski Resort will host a new winter event featuring a snow battle tournament, snowman building contest, and local food stalls on February 8, 2026.
Experience a unique winter camping adventure at Rikuzentakata Watami Organic Land in Iwate Prefecture. Set up tents inside a wooden house and enjoy BBQ with local ingredients, complete with new solar-powered illuminations.
The Family Slope at Takino Snow World is set to open for the winter season, offering gentle slopes perfect for ski and snowboard beginners. Final preparations are underway for an earlier opening than last year.
Yuzawa Nakazato Snow Resort, located just 5 km from Yuzawa IC, opens on December 28, 2025. The resort features family-friendly areas including the Angel Gelande beginner zone and Smile Kids Park with dome-covered snow escalators, alongside varied terrain for advanced skiers.
Sport & Do Resort Resol no Mori in Chiba offers a romantic Valentine's and White Day glamping experience from February 1 to March 15, 2026, featuring specially decorated rooms, handcrafted sweets, and French cuisine.
Thule introduces the Thule RoundTrip ski and snowboard boot bag 35L, a compact and sustainable boot bag perfect for air travel, featuring eco-friendly materials and bluesign® product certification.
A popular winter-only event featuring charcoal-grilled oysters and seafood returns to Hattori Ryokuchi Park in Toyonaka, Osaka, running from January 15 to March 1, 2026.
Fujiten Snow Resort in Narusawa Village, Yamanashi Prefecture, launches the Mt. Fuji Observation Lift & Deck on December 22, 2025. An all-in-one package plan for an elevated ski experience is also now available.
The compact electric blower "Tobashimakuris T" from outdoor brand DOD tackles camping's most tedious tasks with powerful airflow in a palm-sized design.
A three-day outdoor festival featuring campfire experiences, food trucks, and flea markets will be held at GLION ARENA's TOTTEI PARK in Kobe from November 22-24, 2025.
Red Bull Japan is hosting the first-ever Red Bull Sazanso beach obstacle race on November 18, 2025, at Seaside Momochi Beach Park in Fukuoka, featuring unique challenges on sand.
Hello! I'm Fumie from the Holiday Travel editorial team! ✨ Today, I'd like to introduce you to a personal favorite night view spot in Tokyo that's not very famous but absolutely stunning – the Sumida River Bridge!
A magical night walk featuring illuminated paper-cut art and musical performances is now running in its autumn/winter version through November 24, 2025, with special pet-friendly dates and exclusive discounts.
A special winter event featuring an ice skating rink, DJ performances, and food trucks will transform Yamashita Park in Yokohama from December 6, 2025 to March 1, 2026.
Myoko Suginohara Ski Resort will begin autumn foliage gondola operations from October 11, 2025. Enjoy stunning views from the 1,500m summit, early morning gondola rides, yoga experiences, and special events including the Myoko Oktoberfest on opening day.
A new tourism destination Banshoen Aiueo no Mori has opened in Yamashiro Onsen, Kaga City, Ishikawa Prefecture, offering camping, accommodation, and recreational activities in harmony with nature.
The Tagami Bamboo Boo 2025 International Bamboo Festival opens in Tagami Town, Niigata Prefecture this September, featuring mystical bamboo illuminations, local gourmet night markets, and special experiences.
Starting September 1, 2025, Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort will offer a joint season pass with neighboring Hakuba Cortina Ski Resort, plus expanded heli-skiing tours and facility improvements.
MIYAKO RIDE opens in summer 2025 in Miyako Island, offering unique three-wheel motorcycle tours and rental services using Can-Am Rykers just 5 minutes from Miyako Airport.
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Features of Kanagawa in November November is one of the most beautiful seasons in Kanagawa Prefecture. During this time, the autumn leaves are at their peak, and you can enjoy vibrant fall colors throughout the region. The weather is also mild and comfortable, making it an ideal time for sightseeing. Moreover, there are many events […]
November in Osaka is a wonderful season where you can enjoy the deepening autumn foliage and the city’s vibrant illuminations. In this article, we will introduce events and sightseeing spots you can enjoy in Osaka during November. *Please check the official websites for the accurate dates and details of the events. About November in Osaka […]
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Hokkaido is one of the most attractive regions in Japan and is popular among both domestic and international tourists. With its vast land, rich nature, and gourmet food, Hokkaido has many attractions that will make you want to visit again and again. In this issue, we will introduce 22 classic spots in each area that […]
If you are going to go sightseeing, you want to incorporate into your itinerary things that you can only see and experience during that time of the year. In this issue, we will introduce the conditions, events, and recommended spots in December in Hokkaido for those who wish to do so. To learn more about […]
Hokkaido in summer is full of events and scenery that can be enjoyed only at this time of year. The mild weather of spring has passed, and the days are humid and muggy, but they are filled with events to enjoy Hokkaido’s natural beauty. We hope you will enjoy the unique summer scenes of Hokkaido […]
Hokkaido in winter is extremely cold with a lot of snow, but there are many events and scenery that can be enjoyed only during this season. This article details the highlights of winter travel in Hokkaido, from climate and clothing to the best places to visit! To learn more about Hokkaido, click here. 📸Let’s make […]
If you are going to go sightseeing, you want to incorporate into your itinerary things that you can only see and experience during that time of the year. In this issue, we will introduce the conditions, events, and recommended spots in March in Hokkaido for those who wish to do so. To learn more about […]
If you are going to go sightseeing, you want to incorporate into your itinerary things that you can only see and experience during that time of the year. In this issue, we will introduce the conditions, events, and recommended spots in Hokkaido in May. After a long and harsh winter, Hokkaido in May is finally […]
If you are going to go sightseeing, you want to incorporate into your itinerary things that you can only see and experience during that time of the year. In this issue, we will introduce the conditions, events, and recommended spots in August in Hokkaido for those who are interested in such things. To learn more […]
If you are going to go sightseeing, you want to incorporate into your itinerary things that you can only see and experience during that time of the year. In this issue, we will introduce the conditions, events, and recommended spots in July in Hokkaido for those who wish to do so. To learn more about […]
If you are going to go sightseeing, you may want to incorporate into your itinerary things that can only be seen or experienced during that time of the year. In this issue, we will introduce the conditions, events, and recommended spots in September in Hokkaido for those who are interested in such things. To learn […]
Blessed with its vast land and abundant nature, Hokkaido offers beautiful scenery in each of the four seasons. Magnificent mountains, crystal clear lakes, expansive grasslands, and forests teeming with diverse wildlife are just a few of the natural attractions. Let’s relax and have a wonderful time of refreshment at Hokkaido’s nature-rich spots to relieve your […]
If you’re planning to go sightseeing, including seasonal activities unique to that time of year in your itinerary is ideal. In this issue, we introduce essential travel information for June in Hiroshima, including weather, appropriate fashion, key events, and recommended spots, catering to those interested in experiencing the uniqueness of the season. *Please note that […]
If you are going to go sightseeing, you want to incorporate into your itinerary things that you can only see and experience during that time of the year. In this issue, we will introduce the conditions, events, and recommended spots in October in Fukuoka for those who are interested in such things. *The schedule of […]
Basic Information about Mount Fuji Mount Fuji, widely known as a symbol of Japan, is a beautiful mountain that was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2013. This mountain has been cherished as a motif in poetry and paintings for centuries. With a height of 3,776 meters, it is the highest mountain in […]
Fukuoka in summer is full of events and scenery that can be enjoyed only at this time of the year. It is filled with fireworks displays, traditional festivals, and other events that offer a taste of Japanese culture. This article details the highlights of summer travel, from descriptions of the weather and clothing to the […]
After the heat eases off, autumn in Fukuoka is a comfortable time of year, with pleasant days and nights. It is the perfect season to enjoy outdoor events and activities. Of course, the autumn foliage, which can only be seen at this time of year, is not to be missed. This article details the highlights […]
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Fukuoka is rich in local cuisine and sightseeing spots, but it is also attractive for its abundant nature. There are many hidden spots with spectacular views. In this article, we will introduce some of Fukuoka’s lesser-known spots with spectacular views, so please take a look at them as reference for your trip. To learn more […]
Kyoto in autumn is a fascinating tourist destination that combines beautiful autumn foliage and rich culture. Of course, you should not miss the view of the autumn leaves, which can only be seen at this time of the year. This article details the highlights of Kyoto in autumn, from a description of the weather and […]
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If you’re planning to go sightseeing, including seasonal activities unique to that time of year in your itinerary is ideal. In this issue, we introduce essential travel information for August in Hiroshima, including weather, appropriate fashion, key events, and recommended spots, catering to those interested in experiencing the uniqueness of the season. *Please note that […]
If you’re planning to go sightseeing, including seasonal activities unique to that time of year in your itinerary is ideal. In this issue, we introduce essential travel information for September in Hiroshima, including weather, appropriate fashion, key events, and recommended spots, catering to those interested in experiencing the uniqueness of the season. To learn more […]
If you’re planning to go sightseeing, including seasonal activities unique to that time of year in your itinerary is ideal. In this issue, we introduce essential travel information for October in Hiroshima, including weather, appropriate fashion, key events, and recommended spots, catering to those interested in experiencing the uniqueness of the season. *Please note that […]
If you’re planning to go sightseeing, including seasonal activities unique to that time of year in your itinerary is ideal. In this issue, we introduce essential travel information for December in Hiroshima, including weather, appropriate fashion, key events, and recommended spots, catering to those interested in experiencing the uniqueness of the season. To learn more […]
Miyama is a Satoyama with a row of houses with thatched roofs, a landscape that still retains the original Japanese landscape. It is a quiet and tranquil place surrounded by beautiful mountains, different from the Kyoto one generally imagines. This area is perfect for those who want to feel the atmosphere of an old Japanese […]
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If you are going to go sightseeing, you may want to incorporate into your itinerary things that can only be seen or experienced during that time of the year. In this issue, we will introduce the weather, conditions, events, and recommended spots in August in Tokyo for those who are interested in such things! *The […]
Hiroshima in summer is filled with events and scenery that can be enjoyed only in summer. Although the mild weather of spring has passed and the days are humid and muggy, they are filled with events that immerse you in Japanese culture. We hope you will enjoy these uniquely Japanese summer scenes during your visit […]
Saitama Prefecture, which is quite accessible from Tokyo, is full of attractive sightseeing spots! Here are six carefully selected places that are exciting for both adults and children. What is Saitama Prefecture? Saitama Prefecture is adjacent to the northern part of Tokyo, and is very conveniently accessible, being only about 30 minutes by train from […]
Saitama Prefecture, which is fairly accessible from Tokyo, is full of attractive tourist spots! Here is a selection of the best photogenic spots to visit with friends or partners. What is Saitama Prefecture? Saitama Prefecture is located adjacent to the northern part of Tokyo, just 30 minutes by train from central Tokyo. It is characterized […]
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Nikko City in Tochigi Prefecture is one of the leading tourist destinations in Japan, with convenient access from Tokyo. It is attracting attention not only from within Japan but also from overseas tourists interested in Japanese culture. In addition to historical spots such as Nikko Toshogu Shrine, which is registered as a World Heritage site, […]
The Boso Peninsula is a peninsula located in eastern Chiba Prefecture, surrounded by Tokyo Bay and the Pacific Ocean. The area is rich in nature and has a resort-like atmosphere. The Boso Peninsula is home to many attractive sightseeing spots, such as gourmet foods filled with the bounty of the Pacific Ocean, spectacular views that […]
Nasu is a tourist destination that immerses you in nature, allowing you to experience the changes of the four seasons up close. It is an ideal place for family trips, offering events that can be enjoyed by everyone, including interactions with animals and engaging in craft activities.Since it is easily accessible from central Tokyo, it […]