The Westin Yokohama is the newest lifestyle hotel located in Minato Mirai. It boasts an excellent location, with easy access from Haneda Airport and central Tokyo, and is within walking distance of Pacifico Yokohama.Under the Westin brand's concept of 'well-being,' the hotel offers a stay that nourishes both body and mind. All rooms are over 42 square meters in size and are equipped with the Heavenly® Bed, which provides 'cloud-like' comfort for deeply relaxing, quality sleep.The wellness floor, with a total area of over 1,000 square meters, includes a spa, indoor pool, and fitness studio, allowing guests to enjoy a healthy and comfortable experience even while traveling. In addition, a variety of restaurants and bars that are designed to indulge the five senses, along with offerings of locally sourced cuisine, welcome guests to a luxurious dining experience that enriches both body and soul.Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a quality hotel experience that will restore your mind and body.

This is a festival of Inage Jinja Shrine which takes place at the beginning of August. On the last day, two portable shrines called "Kujaku (peacock)" and "Tama (jewel)" that enshrine male and female god each will parade through town. Stalls will line up on the shrine premises that boost up the festive mood.IMPORTANT NOTE: The festival dates are not always consecutive.In 2026, the dates are June 14, 15, & 21.

Machidaya Ryokan offers travelers an authentic stay inside a living remnant of Japan’s Meiji period (1868-1912), where tradition and modernization once unfolded side by side. With its preserved architecture and rich history, the inn offers an experience that extends far beyond overnight lodging.

Just outside of Tokyo are countless opportunities to enjoy nature, from hiking and trekking on mountain trails and lush forests to basking in the tranquility of a secluded natural hot spring.

Taste Japan's finest eel at Tomurakawauoten, an approximately 130-year-old specialty shop in Katori City, Chiba Prefecture.

Reached by a short ropeway ride up Mount Hodosan, the new SUSABINO TERRACE introduces “susabi time,” a gentle way of lingering in the landscape through thoughtfully designed spaces, seasonal drinks, and nearby mountaintop attractions.

Odawara Castle is an impregnable castle that was designated as a national historic site and preserved through reconstruction and restoration. The first to fifth floors of the castle tower introduce the history of the castle from the Edo period to the present day. From the observation deck on the top floor, which is approximately 60 meters above sea level, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Sagami Bay. In Odawara Castle Ruins Park, visitors can enjoy a variety of flowers and plants throughout the year, including cherry blossoms, wisteria, irises, and ume (Japanese plum).Exhibits specializing in weapons such as armor and swords are held to introduce the spirituality of the samurai and the art of the weapons.This castle provides a fun time reliving the medieval era. Inside the castle is an excellent museum and outside, near the back, you can try on the armor of a ninja warrior for a memorable picture of your visit.The lovely contrast between Odawara Castle’s white castle tower and the pale pink of the cherry blossoms can be seen every year from late March to early April. When night falls at Odawara Castle’s Honmaru Square, they hold the “Odawara Castle Cherry Blossom Light-up: Night Cherry Blossoms Dyed in Light” event, creating an even more magical atmosphere.Odawara Castle Hydrangea and Iris Festival: Odawara Castle is designated as one of Japan's Top 100 Castles. In the iris garden located in the east moat of the Odawara Castle Keep, visitors can enjoy about 10,000 iris flowers in full bloom from early to mid June. The garden will be lit up at night which creates a mysterious vista.

Shonan Beach Park is a gigantic park stretching about 2 km along the Kugenuma and Katase Coasts. The spacious 17-hectare grounds of Shonan Beach Park contain a surf village, which is bustling with surfers and people playing marine sports throughout the year. There is also a kids' space with big playground equipment and a sandbox, and a green lawn with palm trees that overlooks the ocean. The park is fully equipped for all purposes and is loved by visitors in summer as well as the local people.

Deep in the mountains along the Hokkoku Kaidō, a reconstructed checkpoint museum where Edo-period travel and authority come vividly to life.

Saruhashi Bridge, one of Japan’s Three Remarkable Bridges, spans a deep gorge without pillars, preserving a timeless scenic view depicted in Edo-period ukiyo-e by Utagawa Hiroshige.

House of Flavours is home to Japan's most expensive cheesecake. It is a popular place for seekers of luxury.

Nihonmatsu Castle invites visitors to explore centuries of Japanese history within Kasumigajo Castle Park, where the legacy of samurai, seasonal beauty, and civic life continue to coexist in a castle-side landscape.

Cherished by generations of Aizu’s feudal lords, Oyakuen Garden offers visitors a rare blend of natural beauty, traditional medicine, and the enduring spirit of Aizu’s samurai legacy.

Explore a 400-meter long man-made cave filled with exquisite Kannon statues and an adjacent Japanese garden for a unique fusion of spiritual devotion and artistic vision.

Enjoy traditional Japanese country living at MUJI BASE KAMOGAWA, a beautifully restored farmhouse where terraced rice fields meet modern minimalist comfort in Chiba.

The "Eight Scenic Shelves and River Terraces" have been selected as one of the "Eight Scenic Views of Sagami River" for their excellent views of the Sagami River. Visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the Sagami River and the Tanzawa Mountain Range.

Developed on the site of the former Takasaki Castle, this park is an ode to Sengoku-era Japan.

Experience the rich traditions of handmade Japanese paper and organic cuisine at Roadside Station Ogawamachi, a newly reopened cultural hub in Saitama Prefecture that celebrates over 1,300 years of papermaking heritage.