Things to Do in Japan: October 2026
Things to do in Japan this October: English rakugo, Noh and Kyogen theater, tea tastings, sake festivals, and craft classes. Japan events on Peatix.
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Experiences worth making time for
Selected from Peatix events and experiences for travelers looking for something distinctly local.
Shinobue Heard from a Boat in Arashiyama
Why we picked it: A bamboo flute player performs from the riverbank as a covered boat takes you up the Oi River gorge, an hour on the water in one of Kyoto's most storied landscapes.
Knife Sharpening at Kai Cutlery Store Kyoto
Why we picked it: Kai's own specialists teach you five sharpening techniques in a tatami room above their Kyoto shop. You leave with a sharp knife and the combination stone to keep it that way.
Japan travel tips
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Things I Noticed in Tokyo: The Clear Umbrella
A Tokyo family business made the first clear umbrella in the late 1950s. Today, Tokyo residents own nearly five umbrellas each, according to a 2022 survey. This guide covers the history, the etiquette, and tips for your first rainy day in Tokyo.
Hagi, Japan: A Castle Town's History
Hagi is a small Yamaguchi castle town where the leaders of Japan's Meiji Restoration trained. See its five UNESCO sites and plan your visit.
Beyond the Tracks: Navigating the Last Mile in Japan
Trains cannot take you everywhere in Japan. Here is how taxis, ride apps, and buses cover the last mile of your trip, from spotting a licensed taxi to reading a bus fare display.
The Art of the Stay: Finding Your Place in Japan
From capsule hotels to countryside ryokans, Japan offers six distinct ways to spend the night. Here's how each one differs, and how to pick the right fit for your trip.
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How Takuya Yoshida Built Japan Village, Brooklyn's Most Authentic Japanese Community Space
Takuya Yoshida and his family built Japan Village across two generations, now New York's most authentic Japanese community space.
How Oscar Dolan Built NYC's Only Sumo Wrestling Community
Kizuna (絆) means bonds in Japanese. Oscar Dolan built the only sumo wrestling community in NYC around exactly that idea.
How Already Late Bridges Tokyo and Brooklyn, One Show at a Time
Already Late is a Japanese-English indie band bridging Japan and America's music scenes, one Brooklyn show at a time.
From Tokyo to the East Village: Takashi Ikezawa’s Cultural Mission in New York
In a city where cultures collide and coalesce, Resobox founder Takashi Ikezawa found his calling in building a space for people from all…