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With one month to go before Minato HANABI 2026 lights up Kobe's harbor for its 5th edition, the city is rolling out three programs for visitors to explore the area around the fireworks, from a discount store tour to a waterfront digital stamp rally and limited-time hotel and restaurant plans.
YORUNOYO 2026, Yokohama's signature illumination event, runs December 4 to 30, 2026, featuring a citywide light-and-music spectacle with a record 47 participating venues, a large-scale outdoor projection mapping display at Osanbashi Pier, and a 10-meter light cube at Yamashita Park.
THE KOBE DINING CRUISE will run its five-day "Minato HANABI Cruise" from October 19 to 23, 2026, pairing course dinners and a buffet aboard the Concerto and Luminous Kobe 2 with Kobe Port's autumn fireworks, plus an early-bird discount on the Concerto French course through August 31.
AQUARIUM×ART átoa in Kobe is selling private viewing tickets for its 4F SKYSHORE to watch KOBE MINATO FIREWORKS 2026 from October 19 to 23, 2026, with an option to add a ¥3,500 meal ticket for the 1F food hall.
On August 23, 2026, the training sailing ship BLUE OCEAN Miraie, operated by the nonprofit organization Zeri Japan, will open its deck to the public at Tateyama Port's Sunset Pier in Chiba, giving visitors a rare chance to go aboard and explore the vessel up close.
The Taiji Fireworks Festival takes place on Friday, August 14, from 8 PM at Taiji Fishing Port in Wakayama Prefecture, featuring around 1,000 fireworks and the traditional Hashiramatsu ceremony. The event marks the 10th anniversary of the Japan Heritage recognition of Taiji's whaling history and is a beloved summer tradition for locals and visitors alike.
On August 8 and 9, 2026, Yokohama will host "Umihaku 2026," one of Japan's largest hands-on, ocean-themed events, spanning a record three venues and featuring ship tours, workshops, stage programs, and marine activities aimed at children and families.
During the Hakodate Port Festival on August 1 and 2, 2026, Hotel Resol Hakodate is offering a "Port Festival Enjoyment Stay" for guests, featuring a squid-themed breakfast buffet, free access to its top-floor restaurant for fireworks views, festival-style stalls, and support to join the local Hakodate Squid Dance.
On July 12, Mikuni Port in Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture — known for landing Fukui's Echizen crab and sweet shrimp — turns its regular Sunday morning market into the "Ippon-zuri Fishing Festival," featuring bargain tuna block sales, a yellowtail rice bowl debut, seafood soup, and a live performance by the Mikuni High School Brass Band.
A new hostel rooted in the sights, sounds, and culture of the Mutsu-Minato port district is set to open in Hachinohe, Aomori in spring 2027. Construction on KAMARI Hostel & Tours began in 2026.
Kobe Seabus boh boh KOBE is running a special White Day cruise event from March 1 to 15, 2026, with pair discounts, Afternoon Tea sets, limited gift boxes, and white roses on the waters of Port of Kobe.
After a long suspension due to engine failure, the Hankyu Ferry "Izumi" fully resumes operations on February 19, 2026, restoring vital transport infrastructure for Western Japan.
The luxury cruise ship MITSUI OCEAN FUJI will embark on a 47-day journey exploring the southern paradise from February 3 to March 21, 2027, departing from and returning to Yokohama.
The illuminated Numazu Port Large Observation Water Gate "View-O," supported by Iwasaki Electric in lighting design and programming, has been certified as a "Japan Night View Heritage" (Lightup Night View Heritage) in the 20th edition.
Hello! I'm Arimi from the Holiday Travel editorial team. I went on a business trip to Sasebo Station in Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan's westernmost station! Right after getting off at the station, you'll find the beautiful port with stunning views. I also enjoyed authentic Sasebo burgers for lunch. Join me on this quick trip to experience the charm of this coastal city!
Maizuru City, facing the Sea of Japan, is known as the “Kyoto by the Sea”. Located to the north of Kyoto, the city has an atmosphere of a sea town different from that of Kyoto City, where Japanese history remains. With red-brick warehouses that were once naval facilities and an observatory overlooking Maizuru Bay, this […]
Summary This time, I visited Tomonoura, the setting of Ghibli’s “Ponyo on a Cliff by the Sea,” and Sensuijima Island, an island so beautiful that even hermits get drunk on it, which is located five minutes away by boat.Explore the harbor and nostalgic streets with a touch of history, and feel the mystery of nature […]
Summary Kasaoka Islands in Kasaoka City, Okayama Prefecture, form a cluster of 31 islands in the Seto Inland Sea. This time, I visited two of them: Manabe-shima Island and Shiraishi-jima Island, alone! I was blessed with the weather that only the Seto Inland Sea can offer, and the sound of the waves soothed me throughout […]
Summary This time I went to Kohama Island and Iriomote Island! From Naha Airport, you will first fly to Ishigaki Airport. From there, you will take a boat to visit each of the islands⛴. It’s not a place you can easily go for a quick visit, but it’s worth the time! It was the most […]