# Seasonal tourism and local activities in Japan

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/seasonal-tourism-and-local-activities-in-japan
> Updated: 2026-09-13T20:39:14.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Seasonal travel and local activities continue to be highlighted across various Japanese regions. In Ehime, Yu no Sato Onsen is promoting its alkaline cold spring water and amenities, while in Ikaho, preparations are underway for the Ikaho Festival, including lantern decorations and the display of a handmade barrel mikoshi.

In Gunma Prefecture, the blooming of red and white lycoris radiata (spider lilies) is noted at Tsutsujigaoka Dai-ni Park in Tatebayashi City. While the white varieties are currently at their peak, the red flowers are beginning to emerge from their buds.

Other regional updates include Aomori-themed fairs in Tokyo and winter experiences in the Karuizawa and Miyota areas of Nagano. Visitors to The HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota are noting snowy landscapes, morning walks through forests, and views of wildlife tracks in the fresh snow.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-13: Japan travel highlights: Spider lilies in Gunma and winter scenery in Nagano

Travel reports highlight the blooming of red and white spider lilies at Tsutsujigaoka Dai-ni Park in Gunma and snowy winter landscapes at The HIRAMATSU Karuizawa Miyota in Nagano.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japan-travel-highlights-include-seasonal-blooms-and-winter-scenery

### 2026-09-11: Japanese hot spring regions highlight seasonal updates and festivals

Seasonal updates from Japanese hot spring regions feature amenities at Yu no Sato Onsen in Ehime and festival preparations in Ikaho Onsen.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japanese-hot-spring-regions-highlight-seasonal-updates-and-festivals

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