There are several quirky and bizarre festivals that take place all over the world, which are unique to their locations.Along ...

OSHU, Iwate Prefecture--One of Japan’s more bizarre festivals with a 1,000-year history that involves near-naked men fighting over a hemp bag of charms was held for the last time on Feb. 17.

Here’s how to explore the best of Japan’s capital, from summer festivals and less-visited neighborhoods to day trips to World Heritage sites. The back streets of Tokyo’s Nihombashi district ...