Four festivals held in different parts of central Japan provide glimpses into Japanese music ... The festival is a can’t-miss part of a winter excursion to Nozawa Onsen, which is itself a ...

Throughout the year, Japan comes alive with matsuri, festivals that celebrate local ... illuminated at nightfall in the heart ...

Spring in Japan, from late March to early May, is a time of renewal. The famous cherry blossoms, or sakura, paint the country in delicate shades of pink, creating a magical atmosphere. Cities like ...

SAPPORO—The Sapporo Snow Festival, one of Hokkaido’s most popular winter events ... level snowfalls that were hitting other areas of Japan’s northernmost main island on Feb. 4.

The festival celebrates the arrival of spring, Japanese cultural heritage, and Tuscaloosa’s sister city, Narashino, Japan. Festival attendees can expect live performances, cultural ...