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Shibazakura Park: Hana no Juutan (Carpet of Flowers)

Shibazakura Park: Hana no Juutan (Carpet of Flowers)

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Shibazakura Park's carpet of moss phlox flowers this spring.

Nagahama Hikiyama Festival

Nagahama Hikiyama Festival 

Designated by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage, Shiga Prefecture’s Nagahama Hikiyama Festival is one of the three great Japanese festivals featuring floats.

Akashi Park Cherry Blossom Festival

Akashi Park Cherry Blossom Festival

Celebrate spring at Akashi Park’s Cherry Blossom Festival, one of Japan’s top cherry blossom viewing spots!

Rokko Island Tulip Festival

Explore the Rokko Island Tulip Festival, featuring 30,000 tulips and a variety of fun, family-friendly events!

Arima Onsen Cherry Blossom Festival

Arima Onsen Cherry Blossom Festival

Experience the enchanting beauty of cherry blossoms and historic hot springs at Arima Onsen’s spring festival!

Mukogawa Sakura Zutsumi Corridor

Sanda Cherry Blossom Festival

The Sanda Cherry Blossom Festival has 4,000 cherry trees along the Mukogawa River, featuring stunning illuminations, local food and exciting activities

Kibitsu Shrine

Kibitsu Shrine

Several local sightseeing spots are associated with Momotaro, but one of the most famous is Kibitsu Shrine in Okayama Prefecture.

Hasedera Temple

Hasedera Temple (Nara)

Hasedera or the “Temple of Flowers” resides high on the mountainside in Nara Prefecture.

Ine

Ine

Explore northern Kyoto’s tucked-away village on the sea.

Jojakko-Ji

Jojakko-ji

With its stunning architecture, lush gardens and panoramic views of the surrounding area, Jojakko-ji is a must-see destination for history buffs.

Nara Deer Antler Cutting Ceremony

Nara Deer Antler Cutting Ceremony

This ceremony held every October ensures that deer and people in Nara can reside together peacefully.