Event and Festival

Chidorigafuchi Moat ( Chidorigafuchi Park) is one of the moats of the Imperial Palace located in the Chiyoda ward of Tokyo, Japan. It is famous for its beautiful scenery, especially during the cherry blossom season when the sakura trees along the moat bloom. The moat is named ‘Chidorigafuchi,’ which translates to ‘the moat of plovers’ because its shape resembles a plover (a type of bird). Table […]

Japan is a country steeped in history, where each tradition has a story to tell, and each festival is a vibrant page in the country’s cultural anthology. One such spectacle is the Sumida River Fireworks Festival, a mesmerizing display of lights and colors that paint the Tokyo sky each summer.  But what many may not

Hello, culture enthusiasts! Today, we journey to the Far East, the vibrant land of the rising sun, Japan. Let’s dive into the heart of Tokyo’s age-old district, Asakusa, where the rich tapestry of traditional Japan harmonizes beautifully with the modern beat. The highlight of our cultural tour today is the annual Asakusa Tanabata Festival. Japan, known

Kanda Matsuri is one of the most famous and important festivals in Tokyo, Japan. It is held in mid-May, usually during the weekend closest to May 15th, in odd-numbered years. Kanda Matsuri dates back to the Edo period (1603-1868). It is associated with the Kanda Myojin Shrine, dedicated to the Edo area’s guardian deities: Daikokuten, Ebisu,

The Tokyo Skytree Town is home to the biggest Koinobori Festival in Tokyo to celebrate Children’s Day during the Golden Week. Thousands of vibrant Koinobori, traditional carp-shaped streamers, can be seen flying in the air above the Kitajukkun River. In addition, the shops of Solamchi Town are adorned with a plethora of colorful Koinobori, giving the town a festive atmosphere. So

The Asakusa Kannon-ura Ichiyo Sakura Festival is a fantastic annual event in Tokyo, Japan. The festival celebrates the Edo Yoshiwara Oiran Dochu Parade date back to the Edo Period. The parade shows Oiran walking with a fancy entourage in full Edo attire. It may be in a different dimension than Edo, but enough to preserve the

The Kachiya Matsuri, or Kachiya Festival, is a celebration of Heian court bureaucrat Fujiwara Hidesato’s prayer for victory. The festival dates back to Hidesato’s offering of his bow and arrow to the shrine after successfully quelling an uprising spearheaded by samurai rebel Taira Masakado. The name of the festival came from this bow and arrow

Early Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo bloom from early February to early March, depending on the weather conditions. These kinds of Cherry Blossoms in Japan are called Kawazu Zakura or Kawazu Cherry Blossoms. Many call these Kawazu Zakura Winter Cherry Blossoms. These Cherry Blossoms start blooming in late February or early March and last full one month. These Cherry Blossoms are also familiar as Weeping

If you’re looking for a picturesque spot to take in the beauty of the cherry blossoms, then Yoyogi Park Cherry Blossom site is the place to be. Yoyogi Park is home to around 700 cherry trees, providing an excellent backdrop for Hanami, the Japanese tradition of picnicking and viewing cherry blossoms.  Every year, visitors flock to the park in