Japan Awaits

Travel & Events in Japan Navigation
  • Experiences
    • Sumo Stable
    • Hakone
    • Hiroshima
    • Kanazawa
    • Kumamoto
    • Kyoto
    • Matsumoto
    • Nagano
    • Nagoya
    • Nagasaki
    • Niigata
    • Nikko
    • Okinawa Island
    • Osaka
    • Sapporo
    • Takayama
    • Tokyo
    • Yokohama
    • Multi-Day Tour
  • Articles
    • Culture
    • Photo
    • Interesting
    • Living In Japan
  • Cart
  • Search
  • Experiences
    • Sumo Stable
    • Hakone
    • Hiroshima
    • Kanazawa
    • Kumamoto
    • Kyoto
    • Matsumoto
    • Nagano
    • Nagoya
    • Nagasaki
    • Niigata
    • Nikko
    • Okinawa Island
    • Osaka
    • Sapporo
    • Takayama
    • Tokyo
    • Yokohama
    • Multi-Day Tour
  • Articles
    • Culture
    • Photo
    • Interesting
    • Living In Japan
  • Cart
  • Search
News Categories Cultural & History

Category Archive

Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Cultural & History”

Remembering Hiroshima: 80 Years of Resilience and Hope

KaneJA August 21, 2025 Cultural & History, Culture, Events, News

On August 6, 1945, a quiet morning in Hiroshima was shattered in an instant. The city became the site of the world’s first atomic bombing, leaving deep scars not only on Japan but on humanity itself. Eighty years later, Hiroshima …

Read More
cultural & historyhiroshimamemorial

Furano lavender fields: Hokkaido’s summer oasis

KaneJA August 20, 2025 Cultural & History, Furano

Every summer, when much of Japan swelters under the heat and humidity, Hokkaido quietly transforms into one of the country’s most refreshing escapes. 🌿 Among its many treasures, the lavender fields of Furano stand out as a symbol of summer …

Read More
flowerlavenderSummer

Marine Day in Japan: How a nation honors The Ocean

KaneJA July 24, 2025 Cultural & History, News

Every summer, Japan celebrates Marine Day (海の日 – Umi no Hi) – a national holiday dedicated to the ocean and the deep respect the Japanese people have for it. Observed on the third Monday of July, Marine Day marks both …

Read More

Sumo in Japan: 4 things to know before the July tournament in Nagoya

KaneJA July 9, 2025 Cultural & History, Nagoya, News, Special Events, sumo

Sumo isn’t just Japan’s national sport – it’s a centuries-old tradition filled with ritual, discipline, and drama. And this July 14–28, 2025, you’ll have the chance to witness it all live at the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya. Whether you’re …

Read More

Sakata Custom Half Day Tour

Enjoy this half day Sakata Custom Tour with tour guide that is tailor-made based on your interests

customHalfDaySakatatour

6-Day Discover Ogasawara from Tokyo: Magical Island Awaits

Discover Ogasawara Island on a 6-Day Tour filled with activities. Explore Japan’s stunning natural beauty

Oita Custom Half Day Tour

Enjoy this half day Oita Custom Tour with tour guide that is tailor-made based on your interests

customdayhalfoitatour

Toyama Custom Half Day Tour

Enjoy this half day Toyama Custom Tour with tour guide that is tailor-made based on your interests

customHalfDaytourToyama

Sendai Custom Half Day Tour

Enjoy this half day Sendai Custom Tour with tour guide that is tailor-made based on your interests

customdayhalfSendaitour

Sasebo Custom Half Day Tour

Enjoy this half day Sasebo Custom Tour with tour guide that is tailor-made based on your interests

customHalfDaySabesotour
  • Page 1 of 4
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • ...
  • 4
  • →
  • About Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Booking Conditions
  • Careers
  • Advertising
  • Partner With Us
© 2016 JAPAN AWAITS. All rights reserved.