Partners Information: The gentle tinkling sound of Japanese wind chimes fills the air in the summertime at Nyoirinji Temple (aka Frog Temple). Buy your own to write a wish, and wander the temple grounds to see over 10,000 frog statues and figurines. 

Partners Information: Early summer is the peak time to see water lilies blooming at Monet’s Pond in Gifu Prefecture, nicknamed for its resemblance to the artist’s Water Lilies artworks. It’s beautiful year-round though, with the scenery changing with the seasons. 

Partners Information: This unique natural phenomenon near the summit of Mt Hachimantai occurs from late spring to early summer. As the frozen pond Kagami-Numa starts to thaw it leaves an island of snow in the middle, resembling a dragon’s eye. 

Partners Information: Experience traditional folk-dance performances on a historic street in Sado Island, Niigata. Lanterns bask the area in a warm glow as performers dance their way down the street to live music.  

Find out what festivals and events are typically held in August. The last month of summer is a festival-lover’s dream, filled with fireworks displays and traditional dance festivals all over the country.