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Learn everything about the Japanese Obon festival (including dates). Its origins and meaning, what to do during Obon, where to go and how to travel during Obon.

Similar to hurricanes and cyclones, typhoons are tropical storms that occur in Japan several times a year. Typhoons are usually accompanied by heavy wind and rain, and may delay or disrupt travel plans.

Japan’s plum blossoms are just as beautiful as the famous sakura, despite being lesser known. If you want to avoid the crowds and expense of Japan during cherry blossom season.

How is New year celebrated in Japan? Learn about Japanese New Year traditions, food and drink, Christmas in Japan and all the details you need to know to have the best New Year in Japan.

Winter is coming to Japan! You might be as well. Learn about Japan In Wintertime, what to do during winter in Japan, what to eat, what the best winter sports and activities around Japan.

When you are picking a date to travel to Japan, it is important to consider what the weather looks like month by month and season by season.

Winter is the perfect time to visit Hokkaido, find out about: Winter Festivals, Quality Skiing, Hokkaido Food Scene, Steamy Onsen and the beautiful natural sights of Hokkaido.

Japan is one of the world’s premier destinations for skiing and snowboarding. Learn all about what Japan has to offer in terms of winter sports here.

Winter can be a tricky time of year to visit Japan if you’re not into skiing and snowboarding. The Sapporo Snow Festival make it completely worthwhile the glacial spectacle and snow fun.

Japan does celebrate Christmas, though it is not an official Japanese holiday. The Japanese traditions differ from American Christmas, such as eating Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) as Christmas meal.