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Japan’s beloved digital pet is celebrating a milestone in Hokkaido. The Grand Tamagotchi Exhibition is running at Sapporo Factory from June 6 to June 28, 2026, marking 30 years since Bandai launched the iconic keychain pet. This immersive exhibition goes beyond a retrospective. Visitors step inside the Tamagotchi world through interactive displays. Since 1996, Tamagotchi…
Kyoto’s Torin-in temple has opened a special viewing of fallen Japanese stewartia blossoms, offering visitors a rare chance to witness a fleeting natural phenomenon that has inspired Japanese poetry for centuries. The exhibition runs through June 24, with no reservation required, making it a perfect addition to any summer itinerary in Japan’s ancient capital. A…
Japan national team captain Wataru Endo has been ruled out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup due to a recurring foot injury, just days before the team’s opening match against the Netherlands. The Liverpool midfielder, who also announced his international retirement, leaves a gap in the Samurai Blue lineup that has fans turning to custom…
Osaka is gearing up for one of its biggest international celebrations of the summer. The Bakushokuonsai GG (麦食音祭 GG) returns to Grand Green Osaka’s Umeda Kita Park from July 10 (Friday) to July 12 (Sunday), 2026, transforming the heart of Osaka into a global village of food, music, and culture spanning more than 50 countries…
One of Japan’s most beloved summer traditions is heading to the heart of Tokyo this June. The Gujo Odori in Aoyama returns to Chichibunomiya Rugby Ground on June 26 (Friday) and June 27 (Saturday), 2026, bringing the authentic energy of one of Japan’s three great Bon Odori festivals to the capital. A 400-Year-Old Tradition Comes…
Osaka International Airport (Itami Airport) is set to host the ITAMI Tohoku Matsuri 2026, a vibrant two-day festival celebrating the culture, food, and traditions of Japan’s Tohoku region. Taking place on June 13 and 14, 2026, this free community event offers families and travelers a unique taste of northern Japan without leaving the Kansai area….
Japanese sportswear giant Asics has announced plans to spin off its iconic Onitsuka Tiger brand into a dedicated global subsidiary, marking one of the biggest moves in Japanese fashion and footwear this decade. The decision, approved by Asics’s board of directors on June 10, 2026, will transfer the nearly 80-year-old brand to OT GROUP Corporation…
If you are looking for a weekend escape that combines sand, surf, and sport, the Japan Beach Games Festival Chiba 2026 delivers exactly that on June 13-14, 2026. Hosted at Inage Beach in Chiba City’s Mihama Ward, this free-to-spectate event turns the shoreline into a vibrant arena of beach sports and family-friendly activities. The festival’s…