Japan hosts various autumn food festivals and seasonal harvest events

Various seasonal food festivals and events are taking place across Japan to celebrate autumn harvests.

In Ibaraki Prefecture, Kasama City is hosting the 20th Kasama New Chestnut Festival, featuring chestnut sweets and crafts. The city's famous chestnuts are also being showcased at the Hankyu Umeda Main Store in Osaka through the Kasama Marron Collection.

In Tokyo, Azabudai Hills will host the ‘Yakiimo Hiroba’ from October 23 to 25, featuring 14 specialty shops selling roasted sweet potatoes and chestnuts, accompanied by live music and bonfires.

Other regional highlights include: - Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens is holding an autumn harvest fair with seasonal menus and a German festival. - Kobe Hankyu is hosting a ‘Pan Festa’ with approximately 30 bakeries from across the country. - Sogo Yokohama is celebrating its 41st anniversary with seasonal food offerings. - In Fukushima, grape farmers in Sukagawa City are facing a 40% reduction in harvest due to excessive rain and insufficient sunlight. - FamilyMart is launching new seasonal products, including collaborations with famous YouTubers and regional ramen shops.