15 Awesome Things to Do in Tokyo
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Experience Japan in Australia and New Zealand
Experience Japan in Australia and New Zealand
Japan’s unique culture and breathtaking natural landscapes are renowned worldwide. Stories and images of the snowy mountains of Tohoku or bustling streets of Tokyo have inspired adventures to the land of endless discovery for generations, but now you can be inspired in your own city…
Experience Japan abroad and gain an insight into true Japanese culture with these fantastic festivals throughout Australia and New Zealand. Make sure you stop by and see us at the Visit Japan booth at each event to get all your information on travel to Japan and the upcoming 2019 Rugby World Cup.
Japan Festival
When: Sunday 21st of May, 10am-5pm Where: Box Hill Town Hall & Box Hill TAFE, Whitehorse Rd, Box Hill
Organised by the Japan Club of Victoria, Japan Festival aims to promote cultural exchange between Australia and Japan. The event will feature exciting cultural performances such as taiko-drumming, traditional dance, koto and shamisen; and martial arts demonstrations including kendo and karate. Over 110 stall holders are expected to attend, selling Japanese festival food, ceramics, toys, snacks and more.
Free entry
Snow Travel Expo, Sydney
When: Sunday 21st of May, 9am-4pm Where: ICC Sydney, Darling Harbour, Hall 6
Join Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) and a host of major and up-and-coming Japan snow resorts at the Snow Travel Expo 2017. Featuring presentations, entertainment, a Japanese cultural area and giveaways.
Free ticketed entry
Snow Travel Expo, Melbourne
When: Sunday 28th of May, 10am-4pm Where: MCEC, Southbank, Hall 1
Join Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) and a host of major and up-and-coming Japan snow resorts at the Snow Travel Expo 2017. Featuring presentations, entertainment, a Japanese cultural area and giveaways.
Free ticketed entry
SMASH! (Sydney Manga and Anime Show)
When: Saturday & Sunday 19th-20th of August Where: Rosehill Gardens
Australia’s #1 Japanese pop-culture convention will be celebrating its 11th annual convention. The event features plenty of cosplay, gaming, animation and musical entertainment as well as guest panels, screenings, exhibitions, workshops and competitions.
Tickets on sale now.
Matsuri in Sydney, Australia
When: Saturday 9th of December Where: Tumbalong Park, Darling Harbour
Where better to experience a preview of authentic Japanese culture than at a traditional Japanese summer festival (matsuri). This year the Matsuri held in Sydney’s Darling Harbour is even more special than usual, as it celebrates the 40th anniversary of friendship between Japan and Australia. With food stalls, a beer garden, traditional workshops, and performances, the Matsuri is an unmissable insight into the endless discoveries awaiting you in Japan.
Free entry
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The Colours of Matsuri Sydney
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Useful Links
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Accommodation
Japan abounds in accommodations, both western-style and Japanese. Types of accommodation vary widely in terms of style and price.
Family
Throughout Japan there are activities and adventures for the whole family to undertake and world class family hotels to return to at the end of the day.