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Shichirigahama Beach

Shichirigahama Beach

Shichirigahama Beach can be found on Kanagawa’s southern Shonan coastline, between the areas of Enoshima and Kamakura.It’s a popular destination with surfers throughout the year and is also known for its views of Mt. Fuji — especially at sunset. Given the beautiful panoramas that can be enjoyed here, it was covered by famous ukiyo-e artists Hokusai and Hiroshige and featured in both their Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji series. In modern days, the area has even been celebrated in song and film by local music group, Southern All Stars.Enjoy a walk along the beach or gaze out at the sunny beach views from the train window of the coastal Enoden railway, which connects Kamakura to Fujisawa.

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International Stadium Yokohama (Nissan Stadium)

International Stadium Yokohama (Nissan Stadium)

Nissan Stadium, Japan's largest stadium with a capacity of over 72,000, is located within Shin-Yokohama Park, Yokohama City's largest sports park. It serves as the home stadium for the J. League club Yokohama F. Marinos and the Japan Rugby League One team Yokohama Canon Eagles. In addition to hosting international soccer and rugby tournaments, it also stages events such as track and field competitions and concerts. It is also one of the three Final Stadiums (Final Stadiumx3) that hosted the finals of three major international tounaments: the 2002 FIFA World Cup™, Rugby World Cup 2019™, and the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games men and women's soccer. On days without matches or events, visitors can enjoy stadium tours (check the official website for dates) that let fans experience what it's like to be a player. In addition, there are days when the athletics track, a certified Japan Association of Athletics Federations Class 1 Track and Field Stadium, is available for free use.Venue for the 2002 Soccer World Cup Final, Nissan Stadium is an impressive modern 72,000-seat arena. Enjoy the walk out onto the pitch as part of the stadium tour, catch a music or athletic event, or join the chanting crowds at a home game with local club Yokohama F Marinos.

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Nasu Shrine

Nasu Shrine

This shrine is located in Minamikanemaru, Otawara City, Tochigi Prefecture. It is said to have been built more some 1600 years ago during the time of Emperor Nintoku. The shrine was rebuilt by Nasu no Yoichi, a samurai famous for his legendary feat of archery at the Battle of Yashima at the end if the Heian period. For this reason, it has strong ties to the Nasu Clan. To this day, horseback archery is still practiced at the shrine's annual grand festival. The main shrine and the shrine's two-story gate, which were rebuilt in 1577, have been designated as national Important Cultural Properties."

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Ogawa Town

Ogawa Town

Just over an hour from central Tokyo, Ogawa Town offers a peaceful escape into Japan’s living traditions of washi papermaking, sake brewing, and rural hospitality. Blending craftsmanship and nature, this “Little Kyoto of Musashi” invites visitors to slow down and rediscover beauty in simplicity. Main Text: For travelers seeking authenticity, tranquility, and timeless craftsmanship, Ogawa Town offers a journey where every road, river, and handmade sheet of paper tells a story still unfolding.

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Hakone Shrine, Kuzuryu Shrine

Hakone Shrine, Kuzuryu Shrine

The Kuzuryū Shrine is an outer precinct shrine of the Hakone Shrine, worshipping the guardian deity of Lake Ashinoko and Kuzuryū Shrine. This shrine, located in the forest of Lake Ashinoko, has a small Torii(shrine gate) in the lake and is known for its dragon deity (Ryujin-sama) who is said to have strong powers in bringing fortune, business prosperity and love. During the Tsukinami Festival (festival of the months) held on the 13th of every month, many people come to visit via boats departing from the Moto-Hakone Port. Near the main Kuzuryū Shrine is the Benzaiten Shrine which worships Benzaiten (Goddess of Fortune), one of the Seven Lucky Gods of Japan. Please feel free to also visit the Benzaiten Shrine when visiting the Kuzuryū Shrine.

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