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Chigasaki Southern C

Chigasaki Southern C

Chigasaki Southern C is the symbol of Southern Beach Chigasaki and has even fronted the Southern All Stars CD cover. This place is famous as a matchmaking (En-musubi) spot as when one stands at the right of the C, filling the gap in “C”, a circle (“En” in Japanese) will be formed, essentially tying fates (also “En” in Japanese) together. It is also famous for being a photo spot in Chigasaki where you can snap a shot with the Eboshi Rock in the middle of the C.

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Minaka Odawara Convention Hall

Minaka Odawara Convention Hall

The Convention Hall is located on the 4th floor of Minaca Odawara, which opened in December 2020. Conveniently located with just a three-minute walk from Odawara Station, and with easy access from Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka, it accommodates a wide range of events, from conferences and meetings for 10 people to seminars and lectures for 300 people, as well as exhibitions and sales meetings, with a flexible layout to suit various group sizes and purposes. A variety of equipment can be rented, and banquet plans with buffets are also available.

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Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival

Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival

The Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival was started as a postwar commercial revitalization initiative, and is characterized by the vibrance of its Tanabata decorations, said to be the most lavish in Japan, made possible by the city's commercial power. Approximately 300 ornaments fill the streets of the city center, centered in the main venue, Shonan Star Mall, with gorgeous decorations, some reaching over 5 meters in height! In the evening, the decorations are lit up, creating an even more beautiful and impressive sight. During the festival, various events are held, including a Tanabata decoration competition and a parade. The festival has developed into one of Japan's most representative summer traditions, with the Shonan Hiratsuka Orihime, chosen through a contest, participating in various events, such as parades and visits to the city, further livening up the Tanabata festival.Held every July, Tanabata is a vibrant festival celebrating the one annual meeting of two celestial lovers. The bright colours of the decorations around the city and the night-time illuminations are rivaled by the beautiful kimonos worn by visitors.The Tanabata Festival, which announces the arrival of summer in Shonan, is one of the largest in Japan, along with the Sendai City Tanabata Festival in Miyagi Prefecture. About 500 gorgeous decorations are presented in the center of Hiratsuka, and at night, they are lit up to create a magical atmosphere. A parade and more than 400 stalls—selling a wide variety of things, such as Shonan gourmet foods—make the festival even more exciting.

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Noge Area

Noge Area

The town had a black market during the postwar period and was crowded with people since it was said they had everything. Now, various bars and restaurants are increasing, like Spanish bars and bistros.This is Yokohama’s most famous and deep-seated drinking district. From working-class taverns to quirky bars, a variety of drinking establishments crowd this small area. These Noge-Tegata (vouchers) can be used at bars and restaurants in the Noge area. A set of two including deals on services costs ¥1,500. Check the official website for purchase locations and service details.

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LA CITTADELLA

LA CITTADELLA

LA CITTADELLA is a five minute walk from the east exit of Kawasaki Station. It is modeled on an Italian hillside town. At LA CITTADELLA you can enjoy going to movies, live concerts, shopping, and dining.Modeled on the image of an Italian hilltown, La Cittadella is a one-stop shopping, dining, and entertainment complex. After you've shopped and eaten your fill, catch a movie at 12-screen Cinecitta or dance the night away at Club Citta'.

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Sagami Puppet Show Federation

Sagami Puppet Show Federation

Sagami puppet show, a form of Japanese puppet show with shamisen accompaniment that was conveyed to Sagami Province in the Edo Period, is a traditional art that was originally nurtured in Kagawa Prefecture. It is characterized by san-nin zukai, referring to the operation of puppets by a trio of puppeteers, and teppozashi, which refers to the appearance similar to aiming a rifle when operating the puppet’s head. Performances can be arranged at the MICE venue.  (Reservations: 8650@city.atsugi.kanagawa.jp)

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Odawara Oden Main Shop (Odawara Oden Lunch)

Odawara Oden Main Shop (Odawara Oden Lunch)

Our restaurant proudly boasts six different types of lunch. Part of the fun of our store is choosing from over 20 types of oden additions while basking in the aroma of dashi enveloping the restaurant. At night our selection expands to over 45 varieties of oden! Satisfy both your soul and stomach with our delicious side dishes unique to Odawara. We also have a tea room and an annex (reservations required) at the back of the long, narrow grounds, so there are multiple ways to enjoy our store.

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Ninoya (in Shonan Ninomiya Town Tourist Association, local products and souvenir store)

Ninoya (in Shonan Ninomiya Town Tourist Association, local products and souvenir store)

At Ninomiya (a shop inside the Ninomiya Town Tourism Association) we have local products and foods made from olives, peanuts, onions, and shiitake mushrooms, which are specialities of Ninomiya Town. We also offer small souvenirs for visitors and local people, and we have tourist posters and postcards, Azumayama badges, original products from the Tourism Association, and goods from the town's official characters Nino and Miya.

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