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, January 25, 2026

Upcoming Events


 Post date: Jan 25, 2026

Step Into Nagoya's Tech Scene

Nagoya’s tech community isn’t closed or intimidating. Here’s how English speakers, newcomers, and career-curious residents can take a low-pressure first step into the local tech scene.

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 Post date: Jan 25, 2026

The Tokai Japan Canada Society

A look at the Tokai Japan Canada Society and why its low-key TGIF gatherings have quietly become one of Nagoya’s most reliable communities.

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 Post date: Jan 25, 2026

Drive Away Evil The Nagoya Way! 2 | 3

Osu Kannon’s Setsubun festival blends bean throwing, demons, and a treasure ship parade into a loud, communal reset marking winter’s end.

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 Post date: Jan 24, 2026

Free Sunday Soccer in Nagoya!

A free Sunday soccer kickabout at Shonai Ryokuchi Park has been running for 23 years. Open to all levels, no sign-up required. Just turn up and play.

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 Post date: Jan 20, 2026

What's Going On Nagoya? Jan. 20

Winter doesn't need a big plan. Wander among illuminated umbrellas, a short shrine ritual, a sketch night with

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 Post date: Jan 18, 2026

Gifu's Umbrellas, After Dark

Traditional wagasa umbrellas light up Gifu Park for Gifu Akari Monogatari, Jan 17–Feb 1, 2026. A calm winter night trip from Nagoya.

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 Post date: Jan 15, 2026

Sketch Party! 1 | 27

A low-pressure monthly art night at HopBuds in Minami Ward. Shared canvases, beer, and an easy weeknight crowd. Jan. 27, 18:00–last train.

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 Post date: Jan 13, 2026

What's Going On Nagoya? January 13

Here’s what’s happening in Nagoya—A January shrine ritual, an illumination spectacle, one loud Saturday night at Zion, and a tech meetup worth reserving early.

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 Post date: Jan 12, 2026

The Osu Antique Market: Held on the 18th & 28th Each Month

Osukanon Antique Market Held on the 18th and 28th of each month. Rain or shine from early morning to dusk.

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 Post date: Jan 09, 2026

Nabana no Sato Winter Illumination: What to Expect, When to Go

Japan’s most famous winter illumination, explained clearly—best timing, crowd reality, access from Nagoya, and what makes Nabana no Sato worth the trip.

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 Post date: Jan 08, 2026

Van Gogh’s Family Collection at Aichi Prefectural Museum Until Mar. 23

A Van Gogh exhibition in Nagoya focused on the family who preserved his work—24 paintings, rare letters, and a quiet, well-curated show in Sakae.

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 Post date: Jan 03, 2026

Leiji Matsumoto Retrospective March 20 to June 7

Nagoya hosts the first major posthumous retrospective of Leiji Matsumoto, tracing 70 years of manga and anime — from Galaxy Express 999 to his final works — at Nagoya City Art Museum. And It’s Not Just for Nostalgic Fans!

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 Post date: Jan 01, 2026

Japan's Ultimate Family Sledding Paradise! 2025-26

Experience pure winter joy at Toyota City's Asahi Nature Highland, Japan's only dedicated sledding facility!

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Past Events


 Post date: Jan 08, 2026

January Events at Nagoya Castle

January brings three practical reasons to visit Nagoya Castle - rare Southwest Corner Turret access, a kids’ stamp rally, and a martial arts demonstration—what there is to do and what to know before you go.

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 Post date: Jan 06, 2026

What's Going On Nagoya? January 6

This week in Nagoya: rare access inside a 400-year-old castle turret, giant traditional kites, a Van Gogh family exhibition, and practical Japanese phrases for bargain hunters.

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 Post date: Jan 01, 2026

Swap Your Bad Luck for a Wooden Bird! 1 | 25

A once-a-year shrine ritual in Nagoya where people symbolically exchange bad luck for good. Held January 25 at Yamada Tenmangū, the Usokae ritual is quiet, local, and easy to visit.

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 Post date: Jan 01, 2026

Seven Bands, Two Releases, No Safe Distance — NEVER AGAIN Vol.3 on Jan. 17

A New York–influenced hardcore night at Club Zion, featuring release shows from Goodfellowz (Niigata) and Sugar (Hiroshima), plus a stacked Nagoya lineup and no shortage of stage dives.

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 Post date: Dec 01, 2025

Kōta Kite Festival 1 | 11

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.

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 Post date: Dec 01, 2025

Nagoya Miniature Bakery Exhibition Until 1 | 18

An indoor miniature art exhibition near Shinsakae Station is featuring over 1,000 hyper-detailed breads, pastries, and bakery scenes. Open through January 18.

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 Post date: Oct 11, 2025

Small World Christmas Party at Luggage 12 |21

Small World closes out 2024 with a Christmas International Party at Luggage in Nagoya. DJs, gift exchange, prizes, and no tickets or registration required.

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 Post date: May 13, 2025

What's Going On Nagoya? May 13

A look at what's happening in Nagoya this week!

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 Post date: Feb 25, 2025

What's Going On Nagoya? Feb. 25

Catch this week's local buzz! Art, Music, and much more!

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 Post date: Feb 04, 2025

What's Going On Nagoya? Sept. 9

September in Nagoya: Art submissions open, Peruvian guitar fusion, rooftop parties & avant-garde theater. Your guide to the city's wildest creative events

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 Post date: Jan 01, 2025

What's Going On Nagoya? Mar. 11

St. Patrick's Day gigs, a vintage coffee shop, Samurai Museums in Sakae, and one ALT hero - all in this week's Nagoya Buzz Newsletter!

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 Post date: Dec 29, 2024

The Ham Jam: Fri. 8 | 22 at Cedar’s

Discover Nagoya’s Ham Jam Aug 22—open-stage, all-genre, and all heart. Every month brings new sounds, fresh collaborations, and lasting connections.

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 Post date: Dec 17, 2024

What's Going On Nagoya? Dec 17

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 Post date: Dec 03, 2024

What's Going On Nagoya? Dec 3

Nagoya Unites for Lebanon Nagoya Unites for Lebanon Free show, full hearts: Local talents unite Dec. 6 at Shooter'

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 Post date: Dec 01, 2024

Sketch Party Nagoya | Jan 28

Art, craft beer, and global eats unite at Sketch Party Nagoya! Join artists and newbies alike to create collaborative masterpieces at HopBuds, a monthly event where everyone adds their touch to shared canvases.

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 Post date: Dec 01, 2024

The Slow Art Market | Mar 1

Join Nagoya's slow art movement! Discover local creators, sustainable crafts & peaceful moments at this community-driven marketplace where creativity flows at a mindful pace.

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 Post date: Nov 26, 2024

What's Going On Nagoya? Nov. 26

Nagoya.Tech Links up at Midtown BBQ Nagoya.Tech Links up at Midtown BBQ Kernel panic: Too much deliciousness detected!

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 Post date: Oct 29, 2024

What's Going On Nagoya? Oct. 29

Wondering what to do now that the weather is cooler? We have you covered with some Autumn treats!

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 Post date: Oct 15, 2024

What's Going On Nagoya? Oct. 15

All the details you need to plan your Nagoya Festival experience, check out Keith Haring's Art, Get ¥1,000 off entry to the Supernatural Halloween... and have a Drink With Shacho!

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 Post date: Oct 10, 2024

What's Going On Nagoya? Oct 10

A lot is happening in Nagoya this week, and we’ve got you covered with exclusive free tickets and discounts for the biggest Halloween bash of the year. Check it out!

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 Post date: Sep 10, 2024

What's Going On Nagoya?

The Nagoya Buzz Newsletter for September 10

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 Post date: Aug 20, 2024

The Nagoya Buzz August 20

What's going on in Nagoya? A LOT!

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 Post date: Jun 04, 2024

What's Going On Nagoya? Sept.24

Whether you're into parties, local music, theater, or organic food, Nagoya is BUZZing with things to do this week.

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 Post date: Apr 28, 2024

What's Going On Nagoya?

September 17

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 Post date: Apr 22, 2024

Dance of the Fireflies! | June 1~25

Experience the magical Tottokawa Firefly Festival in Okazaki! Watch thousands of Genji fireflies dance in pristine waters from June 1 to 25.

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 Post date: Mar 03, 2024

Halloween HAM JAM Oct. 25

Get your Groove on this Halloween! Costumes, Jams, and Spooky Vibes await you at this month's HAM JAM Fri. Oct. 25

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