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SUP at Hayama Ocean Sports

SUP at Hayama Ocean Sports

Located at Shinnase Beach in Hayama, Kanagawa, Hayama Ocean Sports offers year-round standup paddleboarding (SUP) lessons. But these aren’t just any ordinary SUP lessons. While paddling, students get to enjoy a picturesque view of Mount Fuji. The nearby Najima Island, a small island with a torii gate, can also be seen. The 2-hour classes are kept to a small number and are led by instructors with over 10 years of SUP-teaching experience. Instructors closely guide participants through the basics for about an hour and a half, before students are given free time to paddle on their own. Included in the package are required SUP equipment, a wet suit, as well as a life vest. Participants are also welcome to use the shower facilities inside the clubhouse after the session. If you’re looking to try your hand at a new water sport, try out a SUP lesson with Hayama Ocean Sports. And if you need a break, you could always take one on your board and appreciate Mount Fuji’s beautiful silhouette.

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Tsurugaoka Hachimangu

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu

Alongside Usa and Ishimizu, Tsuruoka Hachimangu Shrine is one of the major Hachimangu shrines in Japan. In the 6th year of the Kouhei Era (1063), Minamoto no Yoriyoshi returned after subduing the Oshu region and entered Kamakura, where he secretly transferred Ishimizu Hachimangu Shrine to another shrine in Yui Township Tsuruoka near the coast and called it Tsuruoka Wakamiya Shrine. Later in the 4th year of the Jisho Era (1180), Minamoto no Yoritomo entered Kamakura and relocated the shrine to Kitayama in Kobayashi Township (the current site). In the 2nd year of the Kenkyuu Era (1191), the shrine pavilion was built on the hillside of the Mount Daijinyama, and the current spectacular upper and lower palaces were built. Since then, the shrine has been the head of the Kamakura Shogunate's religious order and has been revered as the deity of the Minamoto clan and the guardian deity of the warrior class. The present main shrine was rebuilt in 1828 by Ienari Tokugawa, the 11th shogun of the Edo Shogunate, and is designated as a National Important Cultural Property along with the regent shrine Wakamiya. Deities: Emperor Ojin, Himejin, and Empress Jingu. Regularly held festival day: September 15. The shrine has a Wakamiya regent shrine, Takeuchi Shrine, Maruyama Inari Shrine, Shirahata Shrine, Soreisha Shrine, Hatagami Benzaiten Shrine, and an Imamiya Shrine and Yui Wakamiya Shrine outside of the shrine grounds.An imposing shinto shrine founded in 1063, Tsurugaoka Hachimangu is the spiritual center of Japan's ancient capital Kamakura, so important that the city was built around it. In spring, the 1.8 km approach from the station is lined with vibrant pink cherry blossoms.The best time to visit a shrine is in the morning, so start your day with a visit and breathe in the crisp morning air.

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Noge Miyakobashi Shopping Street Building

Noge Miyakobashi Shopping Street Building

This building was created to make the main street of Noge more beautiful as a part of the 1964 Tokyo Olympics. It’s a prominent landmark of Noge. The bar street is an important part of the scenery that runs parallel to the Ooka River. Today, over 60 shops conduct business on the grounds. The Yokohama Heritage Association (Koueki Shadanhoujin Yokohama Rekishi Shisan Chousakai) manages the premises and it is currently designated as a Yokohama City Registered Historic Building.

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Enoshima Escalator

Enoshima Escalator

Enoshima Escar are a set of three outdoor escalators, the first in Japan! While climbing Escar 1, you can experience the ocean-themed "Enoshima LUMINOUS WAY" projection videos (Escar escalators are only available for ascending. Please use the stairs when descending). The Escar escalators provide convenient access to the summit without having to make the trek up the long stairs, making it extremely convenient for sightseeing on Enoshima.

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Shiny Cruise

Shiny Cruise

This is a cruise that can be easily boarded without a reservation. The boarding area offers a night view of Minato Mirai right in front of you, and the 30-minute cruising course features all of the sights. This cruise runs latest in Yokohama, so you can board after dinner or after having fun at nearby facilities. The schedule can be checked on our website and varies monthly as the first departure time varies depending on the sunset.045-595-9046 080-6865-3870 Reception: 10am–6pm

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Odawara City Tourism Exchange Center

Odawara City Tourism Exchange Center

A base facility that distributes information on Odawara tourism and provides content for visitors to experience the traditional culture of the region. This facility also features various hands-on workshops, a café, museum store, bicycle rentals, and rental space. The building itself is made of Odawara cypress and Japanese cedar.Visitors can experience Odawara's traditions and culture through the “Odawara Chochin,” “Yosegi-zaiku,” “Kaisendon,” and a variety of other content that both adults and children will enjoy through same-day reception (no reservations required).

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Koganei Brewery

Koganei Brewery

Koganei Sake Brewery, established over 200 years ago, is the official brewery for Sakarimasu sake. Situated near the entrance to Nanasawa Onsen in the lush city of Atsugi, it produces sake using the famous mineral waters at the eastern foot of Mount Tanzawa, along with carefully selected sake rice. The brewery also produces a large number of other products using locally sourced ingredients, such as shochu (a Japanese distilled spirit), Sagami Beer (a craft beer range), craft gin, and liqueur, and there is a shop on the premises where you can purchase these. You can also book a tour of the brewery, complete with a tasting session (minimum of 6 people, reservation required).Sakarimasu is a local sake that has been made for over 200 years since the company was founded in 1818, using carefully selected sake rice from all over Japan and quality spring water from the eastern foothills of Mt. Tanzawa. There is also a shop on the premises.

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Yokohama Night Flowers

Yokohama Night Flowers

Yokohama Night Flowers is an event that transforms Yokohama’s night sky into an exciting celebration of color. This multi-month event features five-minute fireworks shows one to three times a month at Yokohama Port. The kaleidoscope of colors sparkle on the bay and shine above the cityscape, making for a mesmerizing night out—perfect for couples, friends, and families! As the name suggests, the fireworks bloom before you, like flowers in the sky.The time and launch point of the fireworks (Osanbashi or Shinko Pier) vary depending on the day. So be sure to check the official site for the most up-to-date information.Event dates as of February 25, 2026:

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Ashigari-go Seto Residence

Ashigari-go Seto Residence

Located in Kanaijima, in the northern part of Kaisei Town, this old private house has a history spanning over 300 years. It was built by the Seto family, a family who served as the head of Kanaijima for generations during the Edo period. You can experience using a kamado (a traditional Japanese stove) and hearth here. We also have a fermentation-themed cafe, a shop selling local vegetables, and a shop selling ice cream made with local specialties.

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Kita-kamakura Takaranoniwa

Kita-kamakura Takaranoniwa

Roughly a 10 minute walk from Kita-Kamakura Station, this 85-year-old traditional Japanese house is surrounded by a spacious garden and lush greenery and offers reservation-based workshops, such as pottery experiences, cooking classes, dyeing workshops, and yoga. Pottery experiences are held daily. Experience fees are as follows: Leaf plate making: 3,400 yen, bowl making: 5,000 yen and up (shipping seperate). Private rentals are available depending on group size. Lunch boxes or meals can be provided alongside workshops. The attached gallery is open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, as well as holidays, from 11AM to 4PM (no reservation required). You can also enjoy drinks in the garden on sunny days. Check the website calendar for events, such as the monthly Handmade Market and Weekend Cafe.

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