In the summer, Omuta's sky burns bright red, and floats resembling giant snakes parade through the city's main streets, their eyes wide open and their gaping mouths spitting seven-colored sparks. 

The new, 2600 square metre "Kurume Bougainvillea Forest" opened last month in Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture. 

Waiting for the airfare prices to cool down this summer? You’re in luck!

Air Canada has launched the "Konnichiwa Japan" campaign, which offers reduced airfare between numerous Canadian cities and Japan.

From June 9 to August 31, an exhibition paying tribute to Studio Ghibli and its former president will be held at the Fukuoka City Museum - including several never-before-seen exhibits!

Now is the time to catch the irises at Shirasagi Forest Park in Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture.