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Ibusuki Nanohana Marathon 2026

Ibusuki Nanohana Marathon 2026

Mid Jan

Nanohana are a symbol of spring's impending arrival in Japan, and their vibrant yellow hues add a colorful dose of cheer t..

Kagoshima ¥10,000
Tondo Festival 2026

Tondo Festival 2026

Thursday - Jan 15th

Annual festival held around January 15th all across the country to burn old talismans and charms and pray for good luck in the year..

Hiroshima 2
Tokamachi Son-in-Law Throwing Event 2026

Tokamachi Son-in-Law Throwing Event 2026

Mid Jan

The Tokamachi muko (son-in-law) throwing event takes place on January 15th each year, and involves new husbands being thrown off..

Niigata 6 Free Entry
Japan Sea Cold Cod Festival 2026

Japan Sea Cold Cod Festival 2026

Mid Jan

Cold cod soup or dongara jiru is a popular winter dish in the Shonai region of Yamagata Prefecture, and the Japan Sea Cold Cod Festival..

Yamagata Free Entry
Furusato Matsuri 2026

Furusato Matsuri 2026

Mid - Late Jan

At the Furusato Matsuri, you can enjoy food and festival performances from all over Japan.

Tokyo 2 ¥2,000
Yamayaki Festival 2026

Yamayaki Festival 2026

Late Jan

For over 250 years, people have gathered at the base of Mt. Wakakusa in Nara on the fourth Saturday in January to watch the mountain..

Nara 2 Free Entry
Miyako Pacific Cod Festival 2026

Miyako Pacific Cod Festival 2026

Late Jan

The Miyako Pacific Cod Festival presents an opportunity to try this fish served in various ways, including as fish and chips and..

Iwate 2

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