Articles about Festivals

Kevin Henrique · Nov 22, 2025

Why the Philippines offers much more than island scenery and deserves attention for its culture too.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2016

Navel, fertility and naked festivals: a respectful look at Japan's most unusual matsuri.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2016

From temple bells at midnight to osechi boxes and first-sunrise outings — how Japan welcomes the year.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2016

From mikoshi processions to Tanabata, Gion, Nebuta, and the Sapporo Snow Festival — with Japanese names.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2016

Four national holidays, one crowded spring week—and why Japan moves differently from late April to early May.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2016

Night-lit ice carvings at a National Treasure castle in Nagano

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2015

A closer look at the family customs, lanterns and dances that shape Japan's Obon season.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2015

Cherry blossom viewing, picnic customs, regional bloom timing, and etiquette under the sakura.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2015

May mixes Golden Week crowds, late-spring flowers and some of Japan's liveliest festivals, so knowing where to go and when to slow...

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2014

A practical annual calendar of Tokyo highlights, with the seasons, festivals, and major events travelers usually look for first.