TOKYO, Oct 19 (News On Japan) - Autumn leaves are in full bloom in Tochigi and Nikko, with red and yellow trees surrounding pure white running water.
At Ryuzu Falls in Oku-Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, the autumn leaves and azaleas are at their peak. According to Nikko Tourism Association, the leaves are changing color about a week later than usual due to the continued warm temperatures, and the best time to see them is expected to last until this Sunday.
Visit: Nikko Official Guide
On October 31st, Shibuya transforms into a vibrant hub of creativity and excitement for Halloween. Despite increasing regulations and slightly smaller crowds, many people continue to celebrate by dressing up and following the rules. (Video Street View Japan)
North Korea's state-run media has announced it launched an intercontinental ballistic missile on Thursday morning. Japan and the United States have strongly condemned it. (NHK)
The leader of Japan's ruling coalition partner Komeito has stated his intention to step down to take responsibility for the party's setback in Sunday's Lower House election. (NHK)
Diagnosed with lung cancer in his forties and given a prognosis of just six months to live, a man has defied the odds and is still working full-time, eight years after the initial diagnosis. This was made possible by the latest treatment method known as "cancer genome medicine."
The Hirose River in Sendai City has turned a mysterious red, sparking local concern. Residents are puzzled, with some noting they've never seen anything like it before.
The question of whether to preserve or dismantle a nearly 100-year-old aqueduct bridge that stands as a town symbol is dividing opinions among the town and its residents.
To prevent large gatherings, Tokyo's Shibuya Ward has cordoned off the area around the Hachiko statue from early October 30th, as Halloween approaches.
A beloved café in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, is at risk of closure after the city ordered it to vacate its location. Calls for its preservation have intensified as the court battle begins.
A large ema board depicting next year’s zodiac sign, the snake, is currently under production at the Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Tanabe City, Wakayama Prefecture.
The first snowfall on Mount Fuji is typically announced when snow is visible from the Kofu Local Meteorological Observatory following the hottest day of the year.
The Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival is one of Japan's largest Halloween events, drawing over 20,000 cosplayers each year. In 2024, the festival will be held from October 25 (Friday) to October 27 (Sunday) in Ikebukuro, Tokyo. (Nomadic Japan)
I'm taking Hankyu Ferry from Kobe to Shinmoji (Fukuoka) and staying in its most spacious cabin called Royal again. (Solo Travel Japan)
Hakuba Village in Nagano, one of Japan's premier ski resort destinations, is undergoing a significant transformation due to a surge in foreign tourism.
