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http://jhtv.jp Assalamualaikum. Japan Halal TV is a Japanese internet television station that broadcasts content relating to Muslims, in Japan.

We provide exciting news about traveling, useful information for halal food, and Muslim friendly amenities so that Muslims can also enjoy the wonderful experiences that Japan has to offer! WEB⇒http://jhtv.jp/
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04/08/2026

🎆 57th Sendai Tanabata Fireworks Festival to Light Up the City Tomorrow

Sendai, Miyagi — The 57th Sendai Tanabata Fireworks Festival will take place tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5, 2026, around Aobayama Park in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan.

The fireworks display is scheduled from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., featuring approximately 16,000 fireworks lighting up the night sky over Sendai. The event serves as the opening highlight of the Sendai Tanabata Festival, which will be held from August 6 to 8.

This year’s theme is “HOPE — Together, Let’s Bloom Flowers for the Future.” The theme reflects the festival’s message of hope and a brighter future. For more than half a century, the fireworks festival has continued to be an important part of Sendai’s summer traditions, overcoming challenges including the Great East Japan Earthquake and the COVID-19 pandemic.

According to the latest forecast released by the organizers, August 5 is expected to be cloudy, with a maximum temperature of around 27°C, a minimum of 20°C, and a 40% chance of rain. The organizers note that the forecast may change and will continue to provide updates regarding weather conditions and the event.

With approximately 16,000 fireworks planned, thousands of visitors are expected to gather around Aobayama and the surrounding areas to enjoy one of Sendai’s biggest summer fireworks displays and welcome the start of the Sendai Tanabata celebrations.

📅 Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:30–8:30 p.m.
📍 Venue: Around Aobayama Park, Sendai
🎆 Fireworks: Approximately 16,000
✨ Theme: HOPE — Together, Let’s Bloom Flowers for the Future

Video: Ahmad Ariska
Japan

03/08/2026

Indonesia–Asia Parade Enlivens the 74th Kesennuma Minato Matsuri

Kesennuma, Miyagi — The spirit of friendship between Indonesia and Japan was once again celebrated at the 74th Kesennuma Minato Matsuri, held in Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan, on Sunday, August 2, 2026.

One of the highlights of the festival was the Indonesia–Asia Parade, organized by the Kesennuma Indonesia Friendship Association (APKI) together with the Kesennuma Chamber of Commerce and Industry as part of the festival program.

Participants gathered from the morning at a building located in front of the Kesennuma Fish Market. After preparing and putting on traditional attire, the group joined the parade, which was scheduled to begin at 2:18 p.m. Japan time.

The event was part of the festivities of the 74th Kesennuma Minato Matsuri, while also demonstrating how a local festival can serve as a bridge for friendship and cultural exchange between Japan, Indonesia, and other Asian communities.

Photo: Ahmad Ariska
Japan

19/07/2026

Complete Guide to Miyagi Prefecture’s Fireworks Festivals in 2026

Summer 2026 in Miyagi Prefecture, Japan, will once again be illuminated by spectacular fireworks festivals held almost every weekend from mid-July through the end of August. A total of 14 major fireworks festivals will take place across the prefecture, including in Sendai, Shiogama, Ishinomaki, Onagawa, Natori, and Minamisanriku, offering visitors a chance to experience Japan’s vibrant summer traditions.

The season begins on July 19 with the 79th Shiogama Minato Festival Fireworks Display, the opening event of one of Miyagi’s largest port festivals. The following day, on July 20, baseball fans can enjoy the Daiwa Roynet Hotels Presents 11th Rakuten Eagles Fireworks Festival at Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi in Sendai, where a spectacular fireworks show lights up the sky after the Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles home game.

The celebrations continue in late July with the Shizugawa Bay Summer Festival in Minamisanriku on July 25, followed by the Sanuma Summer Festival in Tome City and the 59th Onagawa Port Festival on July 26. This year’s Onagawa festival is particularly special as it commemorates the 100th anniversary of Onagawa Town, featuring cultural performances, parades, a drone show, and approximately 4,000 fireworks.

The peak of the fireworks season arrives at the beginning of August. On August 1, two major events will be held simultaneously: the 103rd Ishinomaki River Opening Festival, featuring approximately 12,000 fireworks, and the Osaki Fireworks Festival 2026, renowned for its synchronized display of fireworks, music, and lighting effects. The festivities continue on August 2 with the Mahoroba Summer Festival in Taiwa Town.

One of the highlights of the season is the 57th Sendai Tanabata Fireworks Festival on August 5. Featuring approximately 16,000 fireworks, it is the largest fireworks display in Miyagi Prefecture and serves as the official opening event for the Sendai Tanabata Festival, the largest Tanabata celebration in Japan.

Photo: Ahmad Ariska
Japan

07/07/2026

The Sendai Tanabata Festival is held every year from August 6 to 8 in the city center of Sendai, located in Miyagi Prefecture, Japan. It is the largest Tanabata celebration in the country, attracting more than two million visitors each year.

What makes Sendai Tanabata unique is its timing in August, unlike most Tanabata festivals across Japan that are usually held in July. The festival is also recognized as one of the Three Great Festivals of Tohoku, alongside the Akita Kanto Festival and the Aomori Nebuta Festival, underscoring its cultural importance and prestige as a major summer event.

During the festival, central Sendai is filled with vibrant and elaborate Tanabata decorations lining the main streets, creating a lively and highly photogenic atmosphere. On the evening of August 5, the celebrations typically begin with a large fireworks display as a grand opening. Food stalls, carnival games, and various forms of entertainment further enliven the city, making the Sendai Tanabata Festival a true highlight of summer traditions, cuisine, and festivities in Miyagi Prefecture.

Photo: Ahmad Ariska
Japan

01/07/2026

Kesennuma, Miyagi Prefecture — Kesennuma Minato Matsuri will take place on August 1 and 2 this year, marking one of the largest and most anticipated summer festivals in the Tohoku region. The annual event celebrates the culture and traditions of the port city of Kesennuma, drawing visitors from across Japan and overseas.

The first day of the festival features daytime and evening food stalls, an opening ceremony, and the iconic Hamarainya Dance, performed by thousands of participants filling the port area with energy and color. On the second day, the celebration reaches its peak with festival parades, traditional performances, powerful Uchibayashi drum competitions, and a spectacular fireworks display launched over the sea.

For visitors traveling from Sendai, Kesennuma can be reached by train via Ichinoseki Station, transferring to the JR Ofunato Line, with a total travel time of approximately three hours. Direct highway buses from Sendai Station to Kesennuma are also available and take around three hours, while driving by car offers another convenient option depending on traffic conditions.

Photo: Ahmad Ariska
Japan

29/06/2026

Warung Mahal is an Indonesian cuisine restaurant located inside Mishione Yokocho, a lively alley of small eateries and bars near the port area of Kesennuma. The restaurant aims to be a place of cultural exchange between Indonesia and Japan through food — celebrating the long connection between Kesennuma and Indonesian visitors, workers, and seafarers.

Warung Mahal uses halal-certified ingredients, making it Muslim-friendly. The menu includes beloved Indonesian classics such as nasi goreng (fried rice), mie goreng (fried noodles), satay, and other specialties that offer a tasty taste of home for Indonesian guests and a delicious cultural experience for tourists.

The restaurant sits right by Kesennuma’s famous fish market area, giving you a chance to enjoy Indonesian flavors with a Japanese port town vibe in the middle of Mishione Yokocho’s fun and welcoming atmosphere.

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🚆 How to Get There from Sendai

Here’s how you can travel from Sendai to Kesennuma to visit Warung Mahal:

🛤️ Option 1 — Train + Local Train

1. From Sendai Station, take the JR Tohoku Shinkansen (bullet train) to Ichinoseki Station (about 30–40 minutes).
2. Transfer at Ichinoseki to the JR Ofunato Line and ride to Kesennuma Station (about 80 minutes).
3. From Kesennuma Station, you can take a local city bus (clockwise loop) to the Umi no Ichi-mae stop — only a short walk to Mishione Yokocho where Warung Mahal is.

🚍 Option 2 — Direct Bus

There are long-distance buses from Sendai Station West Exit directly to Kesennuma City (around 3 hours). Once you arrive in central Kesennuma, Mishione Yokocho and Warung Mahal are a short walk or short taxi ride from the bus terminal.

Photo: Ahmad Ariska
Japan

28/05/2026

May is a special time to visit Kamikochi, a pristine alpine destination nestled in the heart of the Japanese Alps. After being closed during winter, Kamikochi typically reopens in mid-April, making May one of the best months to enjoy crisp mountain air, crystal-clear rivers, and alpine scenery still touched by lingering snow.

Along the Azusa River, clear waters flow beneath the dramatic backdrop of the Hotaka Mountains. Fresh greenery begins to emerge, wildflowers bloom, and hiking trails are comfortable to explore. Early mornings are often wrapped in a light mist, creating a serene and highly photogenic atmosphere—especially around Taishō Pond and Kappa Bridge.

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📍 Administrative Location

* Area: Kamikochi
* City: Matsumoto (main access point)
* Prefecture: Nagano, Japan

Kamikochi is a protected mountain area and private vehicles are not allowed, so visitors must use designated public transportation.

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🚆 How to Get There from Tokyo

Most common and efficient route:

1. Tokyo → Matsumoto
* Take the Limited Express Azusa from Shinjuku Station
* Travel time: approx. 2 hours 40 minutes
2. Matsumoto → Kamikochi
* From Matsumoto Station, take a local train to Shin-Shimashima Station (approx. 30 minutes)
* Transfer to an Alpine bus directly to Kamikochi (approx. 1 hour)

⏱️ Total travel time: around 4.5–5 hours from Tokyo.

Photo: Ahmad Ariska
Japan

26/05/2026

Muslims perform the Idul Adha 1447 AH Eid prayer at Sendai Mosque in Miyagi Prefecture, Japan, on Friday morning. The prayer was held peacefully and solemnly, attended by worshippers from diverse national backgrounds living in Sendai and surrounding areas, reflecting religious harmony and coexistence in Japan.

Photo: Ahmad Ariska
Japan

18/05/2026

The streets of Sendai came alive once again during the vibrant Sendai Aoba Matsuri held on May 16–17, 2026. From the powerful taiko drums and traditional Suzume Odori dances to the colorful parades filling the city with energy and joy, the festival brought together people from different backgrounds to celebrate the culture and spirit of Sendai.

Thank you to everyone who joined, danced, supported, and shared unforgettable moments throughout these two special days. The memories, smiles, and excitement of Aoba Matsuri 2026 will stay with us for a long time.

See you again at Aoba Matsuri 2027! 🌿

Photo: Ahmad Ariska
Text: Sh*ti Maghfira
Japan

29/04/2026

Onagawa (女川町) is a small harbor town in Miyagi Prefecture, celebrated for its abundant seafood such as oysters, scallops, and karei (flounder). After being devastated by the 2011 tsunami, the town has reemerged as a global example of innovative coastal reconstruction—blending modern architecture, community spaces, and an active fishing port by the sea.

At Onagawa Fishing Port, fishing along the wharf is a popular activity for both locals and visitors thanks to easy access and nearby facilities. Spring is an especially good season to catch karei in the sandy coastal areas. Afterward, enjoy a bowl of Uni Don—steamed rice topped with freshly cracked raw sea urchin—available around Seapal-Pier Onagawa or at Onagawa Ichiba Shokudou on the third floor of the fish market.

How to get there from Sendai Station: From Sendai Station, take the JR Senseki Line to Ishinomaki Station, then transfer to the JR Ishinomaki Line and continue to Onagawa Station. The total journey takes about 2 hours, and the port area is just a short walk from the station.

Video: Ahmad Ariska
Japan

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