, December 21, 2025
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, December 21, 2025
A relaxed winter festival near Nagoya, the Kōta Kite-Flying Festival brings large traditional kites, taiko drumming performances, and food stalls to an open field in Aichi on January 11.
Post date: Dec 19, 2025
Japanese New Year’s TV is not watched—it is endured. Our very own Doug Breté offers a first-person guide to Kōhaku, marathon broadcasts, food shows, and the cultural stamina required to survive.
Post date: Dec 18, 2025
A local guide to New Year’s in Nagoya—temples, shrines, midnight bells, bonfires, food stalls, and how to choose where to go without the crowds.
Post date: Dec 17, 2025
Small World closes out 2024 with a Christmas International Party at Luggage in Nagoya. DJs, gift exchange, prizes, and no tickets or registration required.
Post date: Dec 17, 2025
Ham Jam returns to Cedar’s Music & Drink on Friday, December 26. A welcoming monthly open jam where local musicians and first-timers share the stage—no auditions, no hierarchy, all genres welcome.
Post date: Dec 17, 2025
ISOGAI's theatrical fireworks show returns to Nagoya Port on December 20, 2025—a 45-minute performance combining pyrotechnics, music, and narrative. G seats and Observation C are sold out, but SS and S seats remain available. Complete guide to tickets, seating, and access.
Post date: Dec 16, 2025
Fireworks at Nagoya Port, international Christmas parties, live-band karaoke, and one strange holiday story—here’s what’s happening in Nagoya this Christmas week.
Post date: Dec 16, 2025
Live band holiday karaoke hits Second Home in Sakae on December 23. Sing backed by the Super Karaoke Brothers, compete in a light-hearted ugly sweater contest, and kick off Christmas Eve’s Eve with music, chaos, and cheer.
Post date: Dec 16, 2025
A warm European-style Christmas market in the middle of Sakae. Glühwein, roasted almonds, photo spots, Santa visits, workshops, and Nagoya’s most festive December atmosphere—plus tips on how to actually enjoy it without the crowds.
Post date: Dec 15, 2025
A rare chance to see 600 of Junji Ito’s original drawings up close. Tomie, Uzumaki, Souichi, and more—on display in Nagoya until Dec 25.
Post date: Dec 15, 2025
Experience pure winter joy at Toyota City's Asahi Nature Highland, Japan's only dedicated sledding facility!
Post date: Dec 15, 2025
Osukanon Antique Market Held on the 18th and 28th of each month. Rain or shine from early morning to dusk.
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