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British Embassy Villa Memorial Park

British Embassy Villa Memorial Park

After 120 years, the former British Embassy Villa opened its doors to the public as the British Embassy Villa Memorial Park on 1 July 2016. Ernest Satow, a British diplomat who contributed to Japan’s Meiji Restoration, built a private villa at the south bank of Lake Chuzenji in 1896. He loved Oku-Nikko, especially Lake Chuzenji as the area reminded him of the natural landscape of his home country. The villa was used as the British Embassy summer residence until 2008 before being donated to Tochigi prefecture in 2010 to be opened to the general public. In the early years of the villa, Satow’s friend Isabella Bird stayed here for a month and wrote of the impressive landscape of the villa. The British Embassy Villa Memorial Park presents exhibitions on British culture and the history of Oku-Nikko as an international summer resort. Visitors can immerse themselves in this historic setting while enjoying teatime in the villa (additional charges apply) and take in the picturesque view of Lake Chuzenji from the spacious veranda on the upper floor.

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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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Oi Matsuda Horse Riding Club

Oi Matsuda Horse Riding Club

Founded in 1972, the Oi Matsuda Horse Riding Club has a long history of fostering countless numbers of horse riding champions and horse lovers. We provide lessons not only for equine competitions but also for beginners, as well as for people who want to keep fit. We also provide trial lessons and serious training lessons regularly. Oi Matsuda Horse Riding Club can be enjoyed by all people, from beginners to experienced riders.

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MARINE & WALK YOKOHAMA

MARINE & WALK YOKOHAMA

This open mall features unique shops, restaurants and cafes that enjoy bayfront scenery, complete with a fully private wedding hall, and many other facilities. Inside the complex, there are many stylish photo spots to post on Instagram, including the "Angel's Wings" wall art that has recently boomed on social networking sites. There is also a water fountain for dogs and hooks those who wish to walk their dogs around the mall with their leashes attached. Whether you enjoy shopping while strolling the streets or dining with a view of the ocean, you are sure to enjoy a sophisticated, high-quality time in this relaxing space.

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Kishi-ke

Kishi-ke

Kishi-ke, located in Kamakura, is a modern ryokan located along Sagami Bay. Through its minimalist-traditional design, oceanside views, and immersive Zen experiences, Kishi-ke creates a peaceful, yet introspective environment perfect for a relaxing getaway. In this respect, Kishi-ke is far more than simply an accommodation.With the facility’s exquisite display of craftsmanship as a backdrop, immerse yourself in the mindful Buddhist art of chisoku by leading a tea ceremony, meditating, and enjoying artfully plated shojin ryori—traditional plant-based Buddhist cuisine. Above the first floor, where the accommodation holds its cultural activities, there is a relaxing bedroom with two beds, an abundance of natural lighting, light wooden accents, and a bathtub made from Japanese cypress. As a cross between an Airbnb and a luxury hotel, Kishi-ke only accepts one group of up to 4 people per day so it can truly personalize each guest’s experience.

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Nasu Seshoseki Gojinka Festival

Nasu Seshoseki Gojinka Festival

Nasu is known as the largest volcanic zone in Japan. Several large eruptions in the past have claimed many victims here. The villagers in the neighboring area started to cleanse themselves to appease the anger of the mountain, visit Nasu Yuzen Shrine, light the fire of the Avici hell and worship this as gojinka (sacred fire). This then became established as an event to pray for a bumper harvest and sound health before long.   The Gojinka Festival features a parade from Nasu Yuzen Shrine to Sesshoseki by participants attired in white clothing with torches. A large torch (gojinka) is then lit to create a fantastic atmosphere.   While the gojinka burns, the folk entertainment of hakumen konmo kyubikitusne drums is presented at Sesshoseki - the site of the legend of kyubinokitusne (nine-tailed fox). The general public can also participate in the torch parade which involves a walk through the dark.

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