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Kyoto is hosting a Japanese Halloween with yokai monsters from traditional folklore
Japan’s supernatural creatures are going on a parade at the Kaikai Yokai Festival in Toei Kyoto Studio Park
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See 6 Kyoto temples with moss gardens for ¥1,000 with this booklet
The Kyoto Moss Tour Passport is available until September 29
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Osaka Expo 2025 breaks even with 18 million tickets sold
The event is inching closer to its goal of 23 million visitors, but profitability is still uncertain
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3 limited-time events you should not miss at the Osaka Expo this August
From a fireworks show with a mission to an iconic design exhibition and a rare chance to learn about Moon gravity
Restaurants
5 things I learned about Japanese food at the Luxury Dining Series in Osaka
From Kanto–Kansai differences to Osaka wines, the recent dining event at St. Regis Osaka was a palate-opening experience
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Osaka Expo to host special fireworks show using shells from cancelled festivals
This event aims to celebrate the Japanese summer tradition and raise awareness of the threats faced by fireworks festivals
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The Osaka Noh Festa is now underway
Experience the ancient Japanese art through workshops and performances
Shopping
These artist-designed Billiken T-shirts are created just for Uniqlo Osaka stores
The limited-edition tees featuring the city’s beloved lucky charm are sold during the Uniqlo Osaka Festival in August
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Osaka Expo to host two sumo events with matches and exhibitions in August
The Grand Sumo Tournament will showcase top champions while the Sumo Expo celebrates sumo culture both local and international
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You can now visit Kyoto temples and historic sites that are usually closed to the public
Kyoto Summer Special Openings grants exclusive access to hidden prayer halls and traditional homes until September 30
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