Golden Week in Tokyo offers a vibrant mix of festivals and food. Experience a samurai procession in Kameido, giant kites in Kasukabe, and the Craft Gyoza Fes in Komazawa.
Discover Tokyo's vibrant events in May 2026, from Golden Week festivities to cultural festivals. Plan your trip around food festivals, traditional performances, and outdoor activities.
Golden Week in Tokyo kicks off with major festivals! Don't miss the Meiji Shrine Spring Grand Festival and the Ōme Grand Festival.
Final Fantasy VII's iconic Seventh Heaven bar, owned by Tifa, is coming to life in Tokyo's Roppongi district. From April 29 to May 3, fans can enjoy themed drinks at the Future Lemon Sour Bar.
Studio Ghibli announces 'A Night in the Valley of the Witches,' a new short anime film premiering at Ghibli Park this summer. This is the first new Ghibli short since 2018, created specifically for the park's Valley of Witches area.
Experience Tokyo's vibrant culture this week! Catch rare geisha performances in Shinjuku, flower festivals in Akabane, and more.
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Houston Rockets in Game 1 of their playoff series. The Rockets missed Kevin Durant, who was sidelined with a knee injury.
Rising fuel costs are keeping Songkran revelers closer to home. Bangkok is experiencing larger crowds as a result, though spending is down overall.
A memorial service marked 10 years since the devastating Kumamoto earthquakes. The ceremony saw attendees, including Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara, honoring the 278 victims.
Lionel Messi faces a lawsuit for allegedly breaching a $7 million contract. The suit stems from his absence at a Florida exhibition match, potentially impacting future sports tourism events.
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