Kagawa Prefecture

Japanese restaurant openings 2026

14 clusters · 33 sources · last updated about 22 hours ago

Latest: Yakiniku Hakuryu to open in Okayama City

The summer of 2026 has seen a surge of new dining concepts across Japan. Following July’s rooftop barbecue in Ikebukuro and various yakitori and Italian openings, the trend expanded into specialty soups and noodles. In l

Culinary and recipe competitions in Japan

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Shin-Yokohama Raumen Museum announces ramen contest finalists

Various culinary competitions and recipe contests are being organized across Japan. In August 2026, Nishitetsu Hotels Co. and Kagome Co. launched a “Kechaso” recipe contest for residents of Japan to create dishes using a

Water shortages and dam restrictions in Japan

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Japan water shortages trigger dam restrictions amid low rainfall

Japan is experiencing significant water shortages across multiple regions due to low rainfall and insufficient snowfall. In early August, the Miboro Dam in Gifu Prefecture saw water levels drop to approximately 30% of

Nocturnal animal exhibitions in Japan

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Japanese zoos launch nocturnal “Night Zoo” evening events

Japanese zoological and aquatic facilities are hosting seasonal evening events to showcase nocturnal animal activity and specialized lighting displays. In Kagawa Prefecture, the Shikoku Aquarium is conducting its “Night

Japan's response to Kubiaka beetle invasion

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Invasive Kubiaka beetle sparks alerts and control project for Japanese cherry trees

In late July 2026, Takasaki City in Gunma Prefecture launched a local reward scheme that paid residents 300 yen of city‑issued currency for each captured Kubiaka beetle, aiming to curb the pest that damages fruit trees.