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2026 Asian Games Torch Relay

2026 Asian Games Torch Relay

Aug 18 - Sep 18, 2026 Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture
Ongoing

The 2026 Asian Games Torch Relay is a month-long event leading up to the main Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. It commences with flame-lighting ceremonies in Hiroshima and Tokyo, followed by a flame-combining...

Torch Relay Sports Event +4
All Japan Gyoza Festival

All Japan Gyoza Festival

Sep 1-30, 2026 Aichi
Ongoing

The All Japan Gyoza Festival is a major culinary event held at Moricoro Park in Aichi Prefecture, showcasing a wide variety of regional dumplings from across Japan. Visitors can sample famous styles...

Food Festival Gyoza +4
TOFROM YAESU Opening Festival

TOFROM YAESU Opening Festival

Sep 10-18, 2026 Yaesu, Chuo Ward
Ongoing

The TOFROM YAESU Opening Festival celebrates the launch of the TOFROM YAESU TOWER with a nine-day public celebration featuring free drinks, daily DJ sets, and special dining promotions. Held at the indoor...

Festival Opening +7