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Ohira Town grape complex(Grapes picking)

Ohira Town grape complex(Grapes picking)

The foot of Mt. Ohira is famous as a grape-growing mountain region, and is home to one of the largest grape-growing complexes in the Kanto region. The well-drained terrain and warm climate in spring and summer help to grow delicious grapes. There are about 50 grape farms in this area, and you can enjoy grape picking from August to September. A variety of grapes are grown here, including Kyoho grapes, also known as the king of grapes, the popular high-end variety Shine Muscat, Delaware, and Pione.

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Sky Garden Observation Floor (Yokohama Landmark Tower 69th Floor)

Sky Garden Observation Floor (Yokohama Landmark Tower 69th Floor)

Located 273m above ground, this observatory floor prides itself as one of the tallest in Japan. The magnificent panorama is breathtaking. You can enjoy a 360 degree view of an estimated 80km ahead, which includes of course, the beautiful scenery of Yokohama’s Minato Mirai, and if the weather is clear, Tokyo Skytree, Mount Fuji and the Boso Peninsula. The stunning nightscape is also a sight not to be missed.For a panoramic view of Yokohama take the 40-second elevator ride to the 69th floor of Yokohama Landmark Tower. Sip a cup of tea at the café with window-facing seats while enjoying the scenery.

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Nikko Futarasan-jinja Shrine / Shinkyo Sacred Bridge

Nikko Futarasan-jinja Shrine / Shinkyo Sacred Bridge

History of Futarasan Shrine About 1,200 years ago, a famous monk Shodo Shonin found Shihonryu-ji Temple (belong to Rinno-ji Temple) and Futarasan Shrine (today’s “Hongu Shrine” belong to Futarasan Shrine). It symbolized the begin of the mountain beliefs of Mount Nantai. Since then, Futarasan Shrine was called “Ichinomiya (first shrine) of Shimotsuke Province” and became the center of faith in Nikko.   What makes Futarasan Shrine different? The main deity of Futarasan Shrine is Okuniushi, who is known for good luck and success in love. Many people come here to pray for the success of their interpersonal relationships.   The wooden vermillion bridge “Shinkyo” located at the entrance of Mount Nikko is belonging to the shrine, welcomes visitors to the world heritage site “Shrines and Temples of Nikko”.   You can also visit the Oku-no-miya located at the summit of Mount Nantai and the Middle Shrine located on the shore of Lake Chuzenji, both are famous power spots in Nikko.   The shrine holds famous festival “Yayoi Festival” every April, you can see many beautiful mikoshi and enjoy traditional music during the event.   ※World Heritage Site “Shrines and Temples of Nikko” includes Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Nikko Rinno-ji Temple and Nikko Futarasan Shrine.

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Yokohama Triennale (Triennial International Exhibition of Contemporary Art)

Yokohama Triennale (Triennial International Exhibition of Contemporary Art)

Important note: The last event was held in 2024, so the next one will not occur until 2027Held once every three years, this is Japan's leading international exhibition of contemporary art. It presents a wide range of the latest trends in Japan and abroad, from the works of internationally renowned artists to those of emerging artists.The appeal of this open art festival, which is held throughout the city of Yokohama, is that anyone can casually experience and enjoy art, even those who have few opportunities to come into contact with it. The entire city of Yokohama will be involved in the arts each time "From Yokohama to the World" is held. The 8th exhibition will be held from March 2024. Nick Cave The Rotating Forest, 2016 (re-created in 2020) ©Nick Cave Installation view of "Yokohama Triennale 2020" Photo by Keita Otsuka Photo courtesy of Yokohama Triennale Organizing CommitteeVenue: Yokohama Museum of Art, Former Daiichi Bank Yokohama Branch, BankART KAIKO

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