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Japan's Weirdest and Most Unique Festivals You Won't Believe Exist
Culture

Japan's Weirdest and Most Unique Festivals You Won't Believe Exist

From fertility parades to naked festivals and log riding — Japan's most wonderfully weird matsuri traditions.

Shitennoji Temple: Discovering Japan's Oldest Buddhist Temple in the Heart of Osaka
DestinationsTennoji

Shitennoji Temple: Discovering Japan's Oldest Buddhist Temple in the Heart of Osaka

Step into 1,400 years of history at Shitennoji, Japan's first officially administered Buddhist temple. Discover sacred grounds, peaceful gardens, and monthly markets in Tennoji.

Namba Grand Kagetsu: Can You Enjoy Osaka's Biggest Comedy Theater Without Speaking Japanese?
ExperiencesMinami (Namba)

Namba Grand Kagetsu: Can You Enjoy Osaka's Biggest Comedy Theater Without Speaking Japanese?

Inside Japan's largest comedy theater — how manzai, slapstick shinkigeki, and 114 years of Osaka humor work even when you don't understand a word.

Japan Festivals Guide: 10 Must-See Matsuri That Will Take Your Breath Away
Culture

Japan Festivals Guide: 10 Must-See Matsuri That Will Take Your Breath Away

From Kyoto's grand Gion Matsuri to Aomori's glowing Nebuta floats, discover Japan's most spectacular festivals and how to experience them.