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From October 31 to November 10, 2026, Honkai Star Rail and the City of Yokohama hold a collaboration campaign with original card giveaways at about 230 stores, photo spots, Minatomirai Line special events and collaboration fireworks on November 15.
The cosplay photo shoot event Kabucos Second (カブコスsecond) takes place at Tokyu Kabukicho Tower and Seibu-Shinjuku Station in Shinjuku from 7:00 PM on Saturday, November 21, 2026, until early morning the next day, with ticket applications open from October 27 through the Seibu Line App.
Kobe Illuminage, the winter illumination event at the roadside station Kobe Fruit & Flower Park (神戸フルーツ・フラワーパーク大沢) in Kita Ward, Kobe, runs from October 23, 2026 to February 14, 2027. Its 17th edition, themed "Starlight Dream," adds a glowing Butterfly Swing, Rainbow Animals, and a Balloon Play Area.
From November 6, 2026, 10 Premium Outlets nationwide light up with winter illuminations running through February 24, 2027, while the PREMIUM OUTLETS SALE from November 6 to 15 offers discounts of up to 80%.
From November 7, 2026 to January 31, 2027, bamboo lights glow from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM around Sumida River Walk and Ushijima Shrine, with a new illumination of the Kitajukken River and a water concert on November 7. A free bamboo light workshop is held on October 31 and November 1.
A Christmas tree about 9 meters tall, one of the largest on Awaji Island, will be installed and lit at Awaji Highway Oasis from October 28, with a free concert event on November 21.
From November 21 to December 25, 2026, Azabudai Hills' Central Plaza hosts the Christmas Market with 19 shops selling Christmas goods and food from around the world, plus a Cartier tree, Santa greetings, and a choir performance.
DJI | Hasselblad Authorized Concept Store Tokyo Omotesando, a two-floor store combining DJI drones and cameras with Hasselblad medium format cameras, is scheduled to hold its grand opening on October 31, 2026.
From October 30 to November 15, 2026, Re Gallery SCEARN in Omotesando hosts "Inheritance of Silence," a group exhibition of five artists from Japan and abroad working in glass, leather, wood and photography, curated by GALLERY ESCAPERS.
With clear air from autumn through winter, Kyukamura Fuji on the shore of Lake Tanuki in Fujinomiya, Shizuoka Prefecture, recommends viewing "Moonlight Fuji," lit only by moonlight, and "Pearl Fuji," when the full moon meets the summit, from late October to around February.
KITTE, the commercial complex in JP Tower in Marunouchi, Tokyo, will hold its Christmas event "WHITE KITTE" from November 19 to December 25, 2026, centered on a White Christmas Tree about 15 m tall in the 1st-floor atrium, with a lighting show, dance performances and photo spots.
Furano Ski Resort in Hokkaido will hold a limited First Track experience with sunrise views, photo data taken by a professional photographer, and a chef-supervised bento lunch on four Thursdays in January 2027.
Kamakura Prince Hotel in Kanagawa will start selling a "Solo Photo Wedding Plan" on October 22, 2026, letting one person wear a dress and be photographed at a chapel overlooking the Shonan sea, from ¥138,000.
Sakai Green Museum Harvest Hill in Sakai, Osaka will hold its illumination event "Wonder Night Hill 2026-2027" on select days from October 30, 2026 to February 14, 2027, with more than 1 million lights, two new areas, interactive light displays, a Sylvanian Families collaboration, and special bubble and sky lantern events.
Oishi Kogen (生石高原), a prefectural natural park in Wakayama, is in its pampas grass viewing season from early October to mid-November, offering a grassland and sweeping panorama near its 870-meter summit.
At Kuju Flower Park in Taketa, Oita, about 5,000 kochia plants have begun to change color, creating a green, pink, and red gradient that appears for only one to two weeks a year and is expected from mid- to late October.
From November 19 to December 25, 2026, TOKYO MIDTOWN YAESU in Chuo City, Tokyo holds MIDTOWN YAESU CHRISTMAS 2026, featuring the MIRAGE VOYAGE illumination inspired by Yaesu's canal history, a Christmas tree about 7 m tall, and a limited-time lighting of Tokujin Yoshioka's STAR sculpture, all free to enjoy.
Tamron's 16-50mm F2.8 A (Model B091), a large-aperture standard zoom lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras, goes on sale for Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, and Canon RF mounts from October 29, 2026.
From November 5 to December 25, 2026, TOKYO SKYTREE TOWN lights up with about 400,000 gold lights under the concept "When You Wish Upon a Star," alongside a 4F Christmas market, a first-ever Candlelight classical concert, and more.
Starting in October 2026, YAU WEEKS brings a 15-meter-long wall work, outdoor exhibitions, artist print studios and a nighttime projection event to Otemachi, Marunouchi and Yurakucho, with many programs free and open without reservation.
From November 24 to December 25, 2026, Toyosuna Park in Chiba City hosts the Chiikawa Christmas Market, an immersive event with a 6 m symbol tree, photo spots, 35 original food items, limited goods, and interactive games.
THE LIVELY Fukuoka Hakata is running its autumn program "DIG MY Autumn" through November 15, 2026, with a flower art display in the lobby lounge, Mont Blanc desserts, seasonal drinks, a photo contest and a new autumn menu at the Sound Sake Stand.
Sigma's APS-C high-magnification zoom lens, the 16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS | Contemporary, is coming to Nikon Z mount cameras on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
Sigma's new 50-120mm F2.8 DC OS | Contemporary is an APS-C telephoto zoom covering 75-180mm in 35mm equivalent, arriving October 22, 2026 for Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Canon RF mounts.
From November 26 to December 25, 2026, Tokyo Midtown in Minato City, Tokyo holds MIDTOWN CHRISTMAS 2026 with bubble-filled illumination in Midtown Garden, the first-ever MIDWINTER LOUNGE serving champagne, an approximately 8.5 m real fir Christmas tree, and an outdoor ice rink opening on December 5.
Hoshino Resorts Tomamu in Hokkaido opens its Ice Village, a town of 11 snow and ice domes, on December 20, 2026, with the season planned to run through March 10, 2027. New this winter are concerts in the Ice Chapel, afternoon tea in the Ice Hotel and an Ice Photo Studio.
Yatsugatake Club in Hokuto, Yamanashi, suggests an autumn day that combines a fall foliage drive on the southern foothills of the Yatsugatake mountains with a walk through its forest, its signature fruit tea and handcrafted works by artists. Foliage typically starts from around mid-October.
Achi Village in Nagano will hold a two-day, one-night autumn foliage photo trekking event along the ancient Tosando road on October 31 and November 1, 2026. Two guided routes are offered, with an overnight stay at the Bangakuso mountain hut (萬岳荘) and a ¥14,000 fee that includes guide, bus and lodging.
Chitoseya, a facility where visitors to Japan can experience tea ceremony in a kimono, opened in Kyoto's Teramachi on October 3, 2026. The roughly 90-minute program in English covers kimono dressing, tea ceremony and photos, and costs ¥2,000 per person for one month after opening.
At SOCIAL CASTLE MARKET 2026 on October 10 and 11, PDAY's "Castle Photo Studio + Lab" booth lets visitors pose with Nagoya Castle's main keep and golden shachihoko behind them and turn the photo into a trading card or photo panel on the spot.
The mega photo studio XL PHOTO STUDIO welcomed more than 1,000 visitors in September 2026 and plans to open a new store in Shibuya's Dogenzaka area in mid-December.
From November 5 to December 25, 2026, Roppongi Hills in Tokyo holds ROPPONGI HILLS CHRISTMAS 2026, featuring the roughly 400 m Keyakizaka Illumination with about 970,000 LEDs, illuminations at 66 Plaza and Mohri Garden, a West Walk Christmas tree, and a German-style Christmas market.
Sendai Royal Park Hotel will hold a garden illumination from November 6, 2026 to February 28, 2027, featuring about 25,000 LED lights, a new limited-time photo spot, and a bonfire cafe on the terrace.
Azabudai Hills' Central Plaza hosts the autumn food event "Yakiimo Hiroba" from October 23 to 25, 2026, with 14 sweet potato and chestnut shops, a bonfire from 3:00 PM, live music, and a pumpkin photo spot.
Photographer Mika Ninagawa has captured Fantasy Springs, the new theme port at Tokyo DisneySea, in a new photo book "Imagining the Magic: Color of Fantasy," part of the Tokyo Disney Resort Photography Project, on sale September 30 for 4,950 yen (tax included) from Kodansha.
The second DOGLIFEPARK brings a three-day rooftop dog run, a market of dog-friendly brands, a family photo studio, and workshops to Komazawa Park Quarter from October 10 to 12, 2026.
Nikon Imaging Japan is turning its brightest lens ever, the NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct, into a neck warmer and a paper cup set, both available now at the official Nikon Direct online shop.
From September 18, Shimanami Onsen Kisuke no Yu in Imabari, Ehime is installing a 3.5-meter yellow duck dressed in cycling gear as a photo spot, adding a playful stop for visitors as the onsen continues its sponsorship of Cycling Shimanami 2026.
Ofuro Cafe Utatane in Saitama City is holding a mirror-themed Halloween event from September 11 to October 31, 2026, with 100 mirrors transforming the facility into a fantastical "Halloween Lounge" for meeting a different version of yourself, alongside villain-style self makeup, a giant roughly 50cm pumpkin, a trick-or-treat challenge, and a Halloween-themed boccia tournament called "Kabotcha."
Nikka Home has opened Morph Mosaic, a reservation-free costume rental and photo studio, as a pop-up inside Nagoya's Oasis 21 through December, offering a self-service photo booth, changing room, and instant photo (cheki) shoots for Halloween, fan culture, and sightseeing visitors.
Tokyu Stay Shinjuku is undergoing a full renovation that cuts its room count from 179 to 120 while expanding the average room size by about 1.5 times, adding new signage, landscaping, and Shinjuku-inspired guest experiences ahead of its September 29, 2026 reopening.
From September 12 to October 25, 2026, Sanuki Manno Park in Kagawa hosts its Aki Irodori Festa 2026, with 6,000 kochia turning Hanameguri no Oka crimson, 170,000 cosmos across six varieties, and a full lineup of weekend outdoor events.
On Saturday, September 26, World Heritage Ninna-ji Temple in Kyoto holds Kangetsu-sai, a once-a-year moon-viewing festival featuring a cloud-sea light-up under the harvest moon, a goeika hymn concert in the National Treasure Kondō, poem-writing on the temple's moon-viewing platform, and matcha served with the specially made wagashi "Ninna no Tsuki," alongside a concurrent NiKEYA photo exhibition.
From September 11, 2026, Oriental Hotel Tokyo Bay in Urayasu, Chiba will bring a giant pumpkin-shaped "Pumpkin Gate" photo spot to its lobby, and on October 23, 24, and 30, overnight guests can enjoy a photo event with costumed Halloween characters in the hotel's guest-only welcome lounge.
SHOGUN STUDIO JAPAN - HOTEL EMION KYOTO STUDIO opened on the first floor of Hotel Emion KYOTO on August 8, 2026, one train stop from Kyoto Station, a new cultural experience venue where guests can wear authentic samurai armor or hand-painted Kyo-Yuzen kimono for a tea ceremony and professional photography.
Nijigen no Mori's Crayon Shin-chan Adventure Park unveils a limited "Last Zip Line" photo spot from September 12, the third installment of its "Last! Doki ga Munemune~Daisakusen!" last-year campaign. A countdown display beneath the zip line's starting platform lets guests capture memories of the ride before it closes ahead of the area's spring 2027 renewal.
Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo will open reservations on September 17, 2026, for its "Santa Claus and Christmas Stay" plans, in which Santa Claus delivers a pre-collected gift and poses for a photo with guests over a three-day window in December, alongside seasonal garden decorations from November 10 and a separate members-only Santa photo event.
OM Digital Solutions will launch the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 III, a compact Micro Four Thirds standard zoom lens with enhanced close-up shooting and dust- and splash-resistant construction, in late October 2026.
Sigma's new 85mm F1.2 DG | Art lens pairs the brand's brightest-ever aperture at this focal length with a compact, lightweight design, arriving in L-mount and Sony E-mount versions on September 30, 2026.
Canon will exhibit at TOKYO GAME SHOW 2026 at Makuhari Messe from September 17 to 21, 2026, showcasing the upgraded Live Switcher Mobile Ver1.5.0 streaming app and Dual Pixel 3D, a technology that generates 3D data from a single photo.
Hakone Retreat före & villa 1/f in Sengokuhara is offering a yukata experience with salon mizu timed to the mid-autumn moon, featuring both a self-dressing plan and a creator-styled plan for hotel guests on September 25, 2026.
Starting September 3, 2026, Hotel Chourakukan in Kyoto's Higashiyama district will offer "Night Photo at CHOURAKUKAN," a new photo wedding plan that captures couples amid the nighttime lighting and architecture of its main building, a National Important Cultural Property.
The NISHIUMEDA CANDLE NIGHT Executive Committee will hold the "NISHIUMEDA CANDLE NIGHT" candlelight event across the West Umeda area of Osaka's Kita Ward on Wednesday, December 9, 2026, marking the 21st year of the biannual candle-lighting tradition with a candle-lined corridor, handmade lanterns, and a large-scale installation by CANDLE JUNE.
Asakusa Hanayashiki, Japan's oldest amusement park, is waiving admission for visitors dressed in kimono from September 2 to October 31, 2026, under "Kimono Discount 2026," while also stopping its Merry-Go-Round and Swan ride for weekday "Photoraction" photo sessions and running a hashtag giveaway on social media.
Kobe no Tobira, the Kobe Tourism Bureau's platform for hands-on local travel programs, has begun selling a new photo lesson at Kobe Suma Sea World, where a professional photographer teaches participants how to capture powerful orca and dolphin action shots, including sunset photography.
HOTEL FORK & KNIFE Miyajima, the culture retreat hotel that opened near Miyajima this March, is holding a talk event and dinner built around the photobook Hiroshima 1958, featuring ref. head Kengo Nakamoto and editor Chihiro Minato on September 11 and 12, 2026.
From September 12 to October 25, 2026, Moominvalley Park in Hanno, Saitama celebrates the autumn harvest with a Joxter-inspired lakeside terrace, the new participatory show "Apple Pop Playtime!," an umbrella-and-kochia photo spot, and story-themed decor — plus a new character joining the park.
Vintage collector NEVERLAND brings around 60 rare '80s and '90s photo T-shirts and brand logo T-shirts, including pieces shot by Bruce Weber, Robert Mapplethorpe, and Richard Avedon, to a pop-up at CHELSEA VINTAGE ROOM™ in Ginza from August 21 to 30, 2026.
Photomatic, the self-photo brand operated by Photo Create Co., Ltd. of the Kitamura Holdings Group, has opened a new self-photo booth in front of TSUTAYA EBISUBASHI in Osaka's Dotonbori, running from August 6, 2026 through January 11, 2027.
From September 19 to November 3, 2026, Ueno Toshogu Peony Garden in Tokyo's Ueno Park will hold its "Autumn Garden Woven With Dahlias" special festival, displaying over 120 dahlia varieties and 200 plants, including Akita Prefecture's original NAMAHAGE Dahlia series, amid the garden's seasonal scenery.
Kuchu Teien Observatory at Umeda Sky Building, 173 meters above Osaka, is currently hosting Sky Sunflower Garden through August 31, with a sunflower-framed photo spot, a limited-time parfait and soda float at cafe SKY 40, and a same-day summer Heart Lock design.
Studio CARATT and Studio Coffret team up with the Harajuku entertainment spot KAWAII MONSTER LAND for a limited-run children's photo event, Little on Tour, held September 14 to 18, 2026, with reservations opening August 14.
Nikon Imaging Japan has launched an original lens display stand designed for NIKKOR Z lenses, sold exclusively through the official Nikon Direct online shop.
On August 29, 2026, Ryujin Onsen in Tanabe, Wakayama, will glow with lanterns for a single night, with a lantern-lit street walk, a photo shoot, a photo exhibition, and a quiz about Ryujin Village.
This year's Welcome Garden atop Miharashi Hill at Hitachi Seaside Park has doubled in size, filling the hillside with 31 varieties of marigolds, celosia, and other colorful flowers that are expected to stay in bloom through late October.
Shinjuku Kitamura Camera is hosting "100 Views of Tokyo's Slopes — 44 Works on Handmade Washi Paper," an exhibition by slope photographer Tomohiko Minagawa, from August 19 to 25, 2026, with images printed on traditional Japanese paper.
Giant Titanbicus flowers, up to 25 cm across, are blooming near the Kaihin-guchi / Kaze no Gate and around the BMX course flower field at Hitachi Seaside Park, creating a tropical, resort-like scene through late August.
Photomatic self-photo booths mark Bonobono's 40th manga anniversary and 10th anime anniversary with new frames, including a collaboration with QuizKnock, at 20 locations across Japan from August 17.
Tokyo Photographic Art Museum presents Contemporary Japanese Photography vol.23, "Assembling Anew" — Memories, Materials, Context, Technology, from September 30, 2026 to January 17, 2027, featuring five artists who explore memory, material, and image-making through photography, video, and installation.
『日本の絶景500 テーマ別風景写真』, a 424-page collection of 500 landscape photographs from across Japan chosen for their beauty as photography, arrives August 21, organized into nine themes such as water, sea, flowers and autumn leaves, mountains, and rural scenery.
At New York Lamp Museum & Flower Garden on Izu's Jogasaki Coast, three popular sunflower varieties — Sunfinity, Sunbelievable, and APOLLON — are now in full bloom, their vivid yellow blossoms standing out against the blue sea and sky, with the colorful garden expected to last through late September.
PHOTO MARCHE By 北村写真機店 in Osaka's Umeda district is hosting a free capsule toy event with no losing draws from August 7 to 16, 2026, where visitors can win a Fujicolor disposable camera, a Shimauma Plus acrylic goods coupon, or an original PHOTO MARCHE keychain.
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.
Hotel New Otani Makuhari is offering a new "nui-katsu" stay plan for spending time with a favorite stuffed animal, available from August 8, 2026 through March 31, 2027, with perks that include a mini bed for the stuffed animal, matching eye masks, and a colored drink voucher.
In July, 14 baby meerkats arrived at Meerkat Cafe googoo in Kichijoji, Tokyo — the smallest just 45 days old and small enough to fit in the palm of a hand. Starting August 1, the babies are out on the shop floor, growing up as part of the cafe's mob.
Kimono no Heya, an antique kimono rental shop across from Sarutahiko Shrine in Ise, Mie Prefecture, begins full support for mothers' visiting-kimono rental from August 8, adding dressing, hair styling, and luggage storage to the children's Shichi-Go-San kimono it already offers.
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.
From August 28 to November 1, 2026, Namba Parks' rooftop Parks Garden in Osaka is holding Namba Unkai for the first time, an evening event where mist and lighting fill the garden with a cloud sea nightly from 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM, with free admission throughout.
Nuimap, an app for enjoying outings with stuffed animals, held its first offline event, "Nui-Tori Cafe Meetup," at Plumeria Cafe Yokohama on July 2, 2026, featuring a stuffed-animal photography lesson from Instagram photographer Chiiko, hands-on shooting practice using the cafe's menu, and time for participants to connect over their shared hobby.
Actress, composer, and insect producer Hiyori Katada, known for her appearances on TBS's Crazy Journey and NHK's The Backyard, will hold her photo exhibition "Beloved Insects" at the Basement Gallery inside Shinjuku Kitamura Camera from August 3 to 16, 2026, showcasing close-up shots that capture the personalities of insects.
THE WATER PARK, the water attraction that proved popular last year, returns to THE OUTLETS HIROSHIMA from July 25 through August 9, 2026, with two cutely designed water slides and a water play area for families to beat the summer heat.
Bushu Kawagoe-ya, a Japanese culture teahouse offering udon meals, tea and sweets, artful interiors, a photo experience, and souvenirs, has opened along Taisho Roman Yume Dori in Kawagoe, Saitama, as a stop designed to fit easily into a day of sightseeing.
Ohori Park's Japanese Garden in Fukuoka will open a new nighttime art event, "SEKAI," on August 1, 2026, following on from last year's "SORA." The event centers on a giant illuminated sphere floating on the garden's pond, paired with interactive projection-mapping content, and runs through December 31 as part of a program marking the garden's upcoming temporary closure for renovation.
A new themed garden has opened on the hotel grounds at Lake Toya Tsuruga Resort Hikari no Uta in Toyako, Hokkaido. The Hikari to Kaze no Garden features a rose-covered arch, a chess-themed lawn, a photo-ready Hobbit's House, and hilltop views of Showa-Shinzan, with free admission for hotel guests and visitors alike.
The City of Yokohama, the Yokohama Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Yokohama Minatomirai 21 are teaming up with Chiikawa the Movie, The Secret of the Mermaid Island, for a citywide collaboration from July 24 to August 2, 2026, featuring an original sticker giveaway, photo spots across town, and special collaboration fireworks.
Nagoya's Osu district will host the cosplay event "OSU Cosplay" on September 12, 2026, with the Osu Skate Rink, Osu Shopping Street, and TV Aichi's headquarters studio all serving as venues.
Sekigahara Warland's annual Wish-Making Wind Chime Festival returns with about 6,000 wind chimes strung along a 200-meter tunnel, joined this year by a new Shofu Uchiwa Matsuri displaying roughly 1,000 fans indoors, both running through September 30, 2026. Every visitor receives a free original uchiwa starting July 13, and an indoor Sennari Hyotan Matsuri gourd display continues into early December.
AEON Cinema Ayagawa in Kagawa and AEON Cinema Rinku Sennan in Osaka reopen their fully renovated lobbies on July 17, 2026, taking on a space station theme and a movie studio theme respectively, complete with new photo spots, lounge areas, and dining corners for visitors of all ages.
HOTEL Hoshitori Terrace Sekigane hosts an opening conference on July 23 for its photo exhibition "Ripples of Sand," featuring Tottori Sand Dunes as seen by German photographer Günter Zorn.
This summer, Louis Vuitton marks Rencontres d'Arles with a new edition of its City Guide Arles book, a pop-up bookstore in the city, and two new Fashion Eye photobooks capturing Ibiza and Bucharest.
Animal photographer Mitsuaki Iwago's photo exhibition "LOCAL HERO OF JAPANESE CATS" comes to the Okayama and Shikoku area for the first time at Mori no Machi Grace, running from July 24 to August 30, 2026. Advance tickets discounted ¥200 go on sale July 7, and Iwago himself will host a gallery talk and autograph session on August 8.
Tokyo Skytree's observation deck presents a refreshing summer experience with new photo spots, limited-time cafe menus, and special lighting inspired by Japanese summer motifs, running July 14 to September 9, 2026.
torch Sarutahiko Jinja-mae, a one-minute walk from Sarutahiko Shrine in Ise, lets families complete kimono rental, hair and makeup, studio photography, and a shrine visit all in a single day, with bookings now open for the 2026 autumn Shichi-Go-San season.
Michi-no-Eki Uzushio and the sightseeing boat operator Uzushio Cruise, both in Minamiawaji City, Hyogo Prefecture, are joining forces for the first time with a joint summer campaign running July 18 through August 31, 2026, featuring an Instagram hashtag giveaway, a two-day mascot and photo-spot event, and limited-edition collaboration stickers.
aimme's Tokyo Harajuku and Ikebukuro stores are running a limited-time Mama Furisode event from July 18 to 31, offering special contract benefits for customers planning to wear a mother's inherited furisode for their coming-of-age ceremony or photo shoot.
aimme Tokyo Ikebukuro, a furisode and graduation hakama rental store, is running a July 2026 campaign that gives customers who purchase an album a complimentary one-dress photo session.
ART AQUARIUM MUSEUM GINZA is holding an Instagram photo contest themed Goldfish Appreciation to celebrate this summer's special exhibition, open for entries from July 6 through September 30, 2026.
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.
From July 6 to July 12, 2026, LUX and Sanrio's Kuromi unveil a giant outdoor ad covered in about 110,000 decorative stones outside SHIBUYA109 Shibuya, complete with a behind-the-scenes time-lapse video and a purchase-and-win prize campaign.
Ants Wedding is offering a new wedding photo plan set inside Tokyo's Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum, marking the first time the museum has officially allowed location photo shoots inside the building, with reservations opening July 1, 2026.
A talk event by photographer Yuki Ueda comes to Nagoya Minato Tsutaya Books on Sunday, July 12, 2026, marking the release of his latest photo book ARCA この星の物語, featuring landscapes from the Himalayas, Antarctica, Iceland, and beyond.
Osaka's own Pine Ame teams up with Rinku Premium Outlets for a summer-only seaside photo spot and giveaway campaign, running July 1 to August 31, 2026.
Bunkamura presents a diverse summer 2026 lineup across Shibuya, anchored by a major photography exhibition from Rencontres d'Arles, Sarah Brightman's musical comeback in Sunset Boulevard, Noh theater, and new film releases.
A special photo exhibition featuring decades of honeybee research photography by Tamagawa University Professor Emeritus Masami Sasaki is coming to Fujifilm Square in Tokyo Midtown from August 14 to September 10, 2026.
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.
Asahi Resort Hotel in Sounkyo Onsen, Hokkaido, has introduced a new "Shima Enaga Room" stay plan. The special Western-style room is decorated with shima enaga motifs throughout, available from June 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027.
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.
The Basement Gallery at Shinjuku 北村写真機店 (Kitamura Camera) will host a special Shoji Ueda retrospective from July 1 to 31, 2026, showcasing previously unseen color photographs alongside iconic original prints and personal mementos of the legendary Japanese photographer.
Sunshine 60 Observatory's Tenbou Park transforms into an indoor summer retreat from July 9 to August 31, 2026, featuring about 550 sunflowers, wind chimes, seasonal drinks, and hands-on workshops.
The Kuchu Teien Observatory at Umeda Sky Building will fill its indoor floor with sunflowers for "Sky Sunflower Garden," a summer-limited decoration running from July 3 to August 31, 2026.
creative photo studio aim Tokyo Harajuku releases a new visual combining a baby pink tulle dress with effortlessly romantic styling and dewy one-tone pink makeup, evoking an "effortless sweetness" theme.
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.
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.
Sodegaura Park in Chiba will host its Hanashobu Festival from June 12 to 14, 2026, showcasing around 15,000 Japanese iris plants alongside cultural performances, limited-edition food, and photo opportunities.
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.
Shin-Yokohama Prince Hotel is offering a special stay plan for fans of "nui-katsudo" — the trending hobby of dressing up stuffed animals and photographing them. The plan runs from June 20, 2026 to March 31, 2027, with rooms decorated in seven fan-inspired colors and around 100 stuffed animal outfits available to borrow.
Center Hotel Narita 1 has refreshed all 130 guest rooms with aviation photographs by Narita-based photographer Charlie Furusho, covering 11 categories from cockpit views and seasonal scenery to night shots and overseas airports.
Three sets featuring the popular goods brand SWIMMER's designs are coming to the iNSPiC PV-223 mini photo printer, launching in early August 2026.
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.
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.
TERU from the rock band GLAY is set to hold his fifth art exhibition in Hakodate, Hokkaido, from August 1 to 11, 2026, featuring three venues across the historic Kyushigai (Old Town) area in a walking-tour-style event.
ROKKO Mori no Ne Museum on Mount Rokko is hosting a Rainy Season SNS Campaign from June 1 to July 17, 2026. Visitors who post with the campaign hashtag receive an original sticker, while the misty gardens, antique music performances, and outdoor art come alive with the atmosphere of the rainy season.
Hakone Gora Park is bringing back its popular hydrangea photo spot for June 2025, with over 100 pots of colorful blooms lining the steps toward the fountain pool. Seasonal sweets and a limited-time glass bead craft experience are also on offer.
Keiyo Engineering has released the Haru Print (ハルプリ), a compact digital camera that lets you take photos and print them as glossy stickers on the spot — no ink required.
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.
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.
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.
Kamakura Takezaiku set up a bamboo photo installation at the Kamakura Daibutsu-den Kotoku-in for the 58th Charity Tea Ceremony on May 23, 2026, drawing tea practitioners and tourists from around the world.
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.
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.
Photo studio aim Tokyo Harajuku is holding a limited-time fair covering all photography genres on the final weekends of May 2026, with special benefits available for bridal, solo wedding, furisode, and graduation photo plans.
Starting June 1, 2026, Kimono Tea Ceremony MAIKOYA's Karasuma-Shijo branch in Kyoto is offering a Private Proposal Plan—an all-in-one experience featuring kimono dressing, a private tea ceremony in a registered tangible cultural property, professional photography, and traditional celebration gifts.
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 anime park Nijigennomori on Awaji Island is running an SNS posting campaign as part of NARUTO & BORUTO Shinobi-Zato Samidare Fes 2026. Post a photo or video with the designated hashtag and receive a "Rainy Day Sticker" – normally a rainy-day-only item – available regardless of the weather during the campaign period from May 9 to July 12, 2026.
Starting April 21, 2026, Hanno Station is decorated with colorful umbrellas tied to the "Moomin Valley and Umbrella 2026" event at Moominvalley Park, with the display planned to run through early September.
Kakuonji Temple in Kamakura is hosting a limited-time photo spot featuring illuminated traditional Japanese wagasa (paper umbrellas) as part of the Kanagawa/Yokohama Destination Campaign, available through June 30, 2026.
Perched atop Venus Bridge in Kobe, Kobe Kitano Terrasse is launching a new "Sky Afternoon Tea" experience starting April 17, 2026, pairing French-inspired sweets and savories with exclusive access to a private VIP room for commemorative photos.
KODAK Apparel will open a limited-time pop-up store at Miyashita Park in Shibuya from April 22 to May 18, 2026, featuring its 2026 SS collection and a special daily limited sale of the CHARMERA keychain camera.
Studio Alice is rolling out new Pokémon Japanese-style costumes and exclusive chromakey backgrounds celebrating Pokémon's 30th anniversary, available at select locations from April 17, 2026.
aimme's Tokyo Ikebukuro location now offers a dress rental plan for pre-wedding shoots, photo weddings, and ceremonies, featuring original designs that balance trend and individuality.
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.
Sharp Marketing Japan has launched "Decoration Print," a new service that lets users decorate photos with frames, stamps, and text before printing at approximately 32,000 convenience store multi-copy machines across Japan.
Ichihara City in Chiba Prefecture, known for the picturesque sight of Kominato Railway running through countryside scenery of cherry blossoms and rapeseed flowers, is sharing bloom updates via its official Instagram and city website.
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.
A special photography exhibition by Photographer Sho runs at "Resol Gallery Ueno" inside Hotel Resol Ueno from April 1 to April 30, 2026, featuring works centered on quiet strength, hope, and the spirit of Zen.
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.
Hokkaido-based photo studio chain Shashin Kobo Palette has expanded its inbound support, offering international visitors a photo wedding experience that blends Japanese tradition with modern style.
Strings Hotel Nagoya celebrates its 10th anniversary with a one-night-only spring event on April 22, 2026, featuring Chandon Rosé as the welcome drink in a pink-themed Cabana Garden.
To celebrate the theatrical release of "Detective Conan: Fallen Angel of the Highway," Yokohama Marine Tower is offering limited-quantity observatory tickets that come with an exclusive engraved commemorative coin, along with special photo spots and illumination events running from April 10 to July 31, 2026.
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.
The fourth permanent UNKO MUSEUM location is set to open on the 2nd floor of Yokohama World Porters in Minato Mirai, featuring photogenic spaces, new content for all ages, and exclusive limited-edition goods.
A new self-photo studio called studio SELFiE is set to open on April 23, 2026, in Kinshicho, Sumida, Tokyo. The studio offers professional camera equipment, eight themed backdrops, and a fully private space for couples, friends, families, and more.
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.
MYAKU-MYAKU, the official mascot of Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai, is releasing its first photo book, "I myaku you.," on April 13, 2026. The 224-page full-color book features a 3-day trip to Okinawa and comes with a special photo card.
A practical guide to renting kimono and yukata in Japan, covering the best rental shops in Kyoto and Tokyo, what the dressing process looks like, typical prices, and tips for getting the most out of your experience.
A complete guide to visiting the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and surrounding area in Kyoto, covering Tenryu-ji Temple, Togetsukyo Bridge, the Sagano Romantic Train, seasonal tips, and practical access information for overseas visitors.
Atami is one of the closest hot spring resort towns to Tokyo, reachable in under an hour by Shinkansen. This guide covers the top things to do in Atami, from hilltop museums and seaside walks to onsen soaking, fireworks festivals, and island day trips.
From Kitano's European-style houses and Nankinmachi street food to the Meriken Park waterfront and Kobe beef teppanyaki, here are the top things to do in Kobe for overseas travelers.
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.
On March 14, 2026, Shibuya Stream hosts "Giga Milk −White Day−", a one-day free event featuring a 12-meter milk carton trick art installation and a giveaway of 314 liters of Hokkaido milk.
A photography exhibition featuring works by internationally active photographers will be held on the 9th floor of Tokyo Midtown Hibiya from March 12 to 19, 2026, as part of the FILMS program running alongside Art Fair Tokyo 20.
From April 1, 2026, Hotel Okura Kobe will offer photo wedding plans during operating hours at AQUARIUM×ART átoa in Kobe, giving couples a chance to capture film-like moments in the aquarium's enchanting spaces.
Kobe Portopia Hotel has set up a weeping cherry blossom photo spot in the main lobby through April 19, 2026, alongside a lineup of spring-limited sakura breads and sweets available until April 30.
Studio Alice's Super Mario photo sessions get a new addition — My Mario-designed baby costumes and backgrounds for Baby Mario, Baby Luigi, and Toad are now available from March 9.
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.
In conjunction with ART FAIR TOKYO 20, Tokyo Midtown Hibiya will feature FILMS — a video art program — and a photo exhibition from March 8 to 19, while Tokyo Midtown Yaesu hosts the Dialogue ASK ART WHY talk series on March 15. All events are free to attend.
The mimosa trees at Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden / Ropeway are approaching peak bloom earlier than typical, with fluffy yellow blossoms gracing the promenade near the Herb Museum. The spot is a popular photo destination where visitors can enjoy mimosa flowers framed against sweeping views of Kobe city.
The KODAK FLAGSHIP STORE in Harajuku has reopened following a full renovation, blending street, outdoor, vintage, and photo culture into a richer brand experience. The Kodak Charmera is on sale in limited quantities through March 8.
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.
Polaroid's classic analog instant camera, the Polaroid Now Generation 3, is expanding its lineup with two new colors — Pink and Teal — launching on March 6, 2026.
Tokyo Photographic Art Museum is hosting the TOP Collection exhibition "Don't think. Feel." from April 2 to June 21, 2026, featuring photographic and video works that explore sensory experience and human creativity in the age of AI.
The "What Remains" photo exhibition, a collaboration between makeup artist KOTO and natural cosmetics brand MiMC, runs March 1–8, 2026 at MiMC Omotesando FLAGSHIP SHOP in Tokyo. Admission is free.
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.
Nikon Imaging Japan will showcase the Z Mount System at CP+2026, featuring hands-on experiences, seminars by popular creators, and workshops. The event runs from February 26 to March 1 at Pacifico Yokohama.
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.
The rooftop observation lounge overlooking Shibuya Scramble Crossing is reopening after renovations, featuring exclusive Hachiko binoculars and an enhanced viewing experience.
Creative photo studio aimme in Sapporo presents a fresh take on graduation attire with their new visual showcasing original lace furisode layered with voluminous tiered hakama, blending traditional elements with girly, edgy styling.
SMP GALLERY at Tokyo Midtown presents Korean photographer Jonghyun Nam's first solo exhibition featuring 26 works across four major series printed on traditional Korean paper. The exhibition runs from February 13 to March 9, 2026.
Starting February 14, 2026, Oriental Hills Okinawa offers a luxury photo wedding package featuring flying dress photography against breathtaking East China Sea vistas. The all-inclusive plan combines accommodation in a private pool villa with a wedding special dinner.
TOKYO SKYTREE presents THE Sakura SKYTREE 2026, a special cherry blossom event from February 26 to April 14 featuring sky-high sakura decorations, themed cafe menus, and exclusive nighttime illuminations at 350 meters above Tokyo.
Tokyo Midtown Hibiya presents Hibiya Blossom 2026, a spectacular spring event featuring a massive flower dome collaboration with the film Wicked For Good. Running from March 3 to April 4, 2026, the event includes over 15,000 artificial flowers, tulip fields, the Yellow Brick Road, and magical nighttime illuminations.
A seasonal garden in Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture, showcasing approximately 200 meticulously maintained weeping plum trees opens to the public from February 21st through late March, with nighttime illuminations creating a magical atmosphere.
Nikon Imaging Japan presents a stunning photo exhibition by photographer Takeshi Fukazawa, showcasing cherry blossoms from across Japan, at Nikon Plaza Tokyo and Osaka.
Discover a free premium night event at Ikebukuro Sunshine 60 Observatory Tenbou Park on February 14th featuring Akane Takayanagi (ex-SKE48), MR technology, ukiyo-e art, and Tokyo's night views.
Join professional photographer Yasuhisa Taniwaki on a day trip to Western Harima's photogenic spots including Kirakirazaka, Momoi Museum overlooking the Seto Inland Sea, and the historic port town of Sakoshi to capture memorable shots.
Starting February 1, 2026, couples can book a unique photo wedding experience at Yokohama International Pool, featuring exclusive access to the basketball court, player entrance gate, and VIP areas of the professional B.LEAGUE team's home arena.
Amana photographer AKANE presents a new photo exhibition exploring the joy of seeing through sensory experiences that defy easy explanation, running February 13-21, 2026 at MIDORI-so Nakameguro Gallery.
Sanrio Puroland launches the Colorful Puroland special event from January 16 to March 16, 2026, featuring colorful character costumes, themed photo spots, exclusive merchandise, and special collaboration rooms including an Ado-Rosa Tourmaline space.
A rare opportunity opens to explore the operating power plant and photograph sunset and night views from inside the facility. Tour sales start January 15 at 9:30 AM.
Arluis Wedding introduces Premier Photo Wedding packages in Guam, combining stunning chapel photography with luxury hotel stays. Service begins March 1, 2026, with bookings opening January 10, 2026.
From early January through early March 2026, the Hida Great Limestone Cave near Takayama City will showcase the "Ice Valley," featuring massive ice formations up to 30 meters high and 200 meters wide. The event includes Saturday night illuminations in February and a photo contest now in its 19th year.
Kenko Tokina will launch the Kenko Lighting Diffuser, a slip-on diffuser that softens light from strobes and LED lights, starting January 16, 2026.
Approximately 3,000 ice tulips will bloom at Metsa Village in Hanno this winter. The limited-time event runs from late January through February, featuring colorful displays, boat rides, and photo contests.
Self-photo brand Photomatic launches a collaboration with the popular anime Mr. Osomatsu. Five exclusive frames will be available at 11 locations nationwide from January 14 (Wed) to February 1 (Sun).
Y's has released "TOKYO: HELD MOVEMENT," a striking new photo series for their 2026 Spring/Summer collection captured by acclaimed photographer Max Vadukul on the streets of Tokyo.
Photomatic self-photo booths are offering collaboration frames featuring the popular school idol project Love Live! Sunshine!! at 12 locations nationwide from December 26, 2025 to January 13, 2026.
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!
Opening November 1st, 2025, Osaka Castle Illuminage returns with the theme "Toyotomi's Dream...Unification of the Realm." Experience a spectacular fusion of light, history, and culture at one of Japan's largest illumination events.