Tanabata illumination at Kibune Shrine
Every year, there are illuminations from July to mid-August at Kibune Shrine in Kyoto. Tanabata is a mythical tale of literal star-crossed lovers take place…
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Ukai Cormorant Fishing in Arashiyama
Ukai is a traditional fishing method in which trained cormorants (large diving birds) are used to catch fish such as sweet fish (Ayu).This type of…
Ofusa Kannon Wind Chime Festival
Over 2,500 wind chimes, one of the features of Japanese summer are hung throughout Ofusa Kannon temple's grounds in Nara to make you forget summer heat.
The Summer Festa Minoo Park / Osaka
Minoo Waterfalls will be lit up for the Summer Festa. The Summer Festa Minoo Park is the annual event of the summer. The trail from…
Kodai-ji Temple Special Night Visit in Summer
Kodai-ji Temple offers you a special night visit in summer. Its magnificent temple buildings, the refined Japanese garden and bamboo grove are illuminated.
Nara To-Kae Candle festival
Nara To-kae is held at Nara National Park. Tens of thousands of candles will be lit up on the historical land including Todai-ji Temple, Kasuga-taisha…
Kameoka Hozugawa Fireworks Festival
Kameoka Hozugawa Fireworks Festival, You can see very artistic fireworks, such as ones with special commendations. Only paid seats are available to see fireworks. A…