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Roppongi Hills Christmas 2026: Keyakizaka Hours & Market Dates

Keyakizaka starts November 5, the market November 21. Compare closing times, choose a late-evening route and avoid confusing Roppongi Hills with Tokyo Midtown.
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Tokyo Nominoichi Autumn 2026: Tickets, Dates & the Right Gate

Choose the right day for Anko or Komugi Fes, compare ticket options, and find Yume Hiroba through Akebono Entrance without paying the wrong park fee.
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Koganei Park Autumn Illumination 2026: Free Entry & Buses

Plan Koganei Park’s free autumn lights, October 23–November 8, 2026: bus access, weekday closing times and the museum’s separate November 6–7 night opening.
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Hachioji Ginkgo Festival 2026: Stations, Pass & Short Walk

Plan Hachioji’s November 21–22 ginkgo festival with free entry, the optional ¥700 pass, Takao versus Takaosanguchi, and a manageable walk around Ryonan Park.
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Shinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemum Exhibition 2026: Gates & Tickets

Plan Shinjuku Gyoen’s November 1–15 chrysanthemum exhibition with Monday opening, ¥500 adult entry, the right park gate and a manageable garden route.
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Tokyo Mega Illumination 2026–2027: Tickets & Closed Days

Check Tokyo Mega Illumi’s 53 operating days, closed dates, advance-ticket prices and North Gate access before planning an evening at Oi Racecourse.
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Japan Public Holidays 2027: Dates, Closures & Travel Tips

Plan Japan’s 2027 public holidays with official dates, long weekends, closure checks and practical alternatives for hotels, trains and attractions.
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Showa Kinen Park Autumn Night Walk 2026: Tickets & Gates

Choose the right Showa Kinen Park night ticket, find the evening gates and plan a ginkgo walk or Japanese Garden visit with a sold-out fallback.
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How to Wear a Yukata for Men: Ryokan Steps & Obi

Put on a men’s ryokan yukata with the correct overlap, a low soft-sash bow, size checks and practical advice for dinner, baths and outdoor use.
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Tokyo Bike Share for Tourists: Docomo, SMS & Day Pass

Use Tokyo bike share with a foreign phone: compare Docomo app rides and day passes, check current fares, and confirm your return before leaving.