Johotsugan-ji Temple
Johotsugan-ji temple, established by the ascetic Mokujiki monk Tanzei Shonin, is the main temple of the Tanzei sect of Tendai Buddhism.
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Johotsugan-ji temple, established by the ascetic Mokujiki monk Tanzei Shonin, is the main temple of the Tanzei sect of Tendai Buddhism.
This is an experiential facility that provides information on dams and water resources that you can learn through some fun activities. Based on the concept of "learning while having fun", this facility is filled with unique activities.
Wanpaku Land, with an area three times that of Tokyo Dome, has many enjoyments that incorporate physical activity, such as roller slides and complex playground equipment. In particular, the centerpiece is “Odawara Castle Adventure,” which has Odawara Castle as its motif. It is not just playground equipment but is also a rare piece of equipment with a local sightseeing spot as its concept.
The Hakone Sightseeing Cruise offers sightseeing boats that sail around Lake Ashinoko, a popular spot in Hakone. There are three boats: Royal II, Victory, and Queen Ashinoko, and passengers can board the cruise at any of the three ports along the edge of the lake. Those ports are Hakonemachi-ko, Motohakone-ko, or Togendai-ko. We recommend the cruise that leaves from Motohakone-ko, as you can view Mt. Fuji, a large torii gate, and Lake Ashinoko all at once. Passengers can enjoy majestic views on sunny days, when the contrast between the blue sky and the sparkling surface of the lake is very beautiful.Purchase a Hakone Free Pass to cover the public transportation costs to Lake Ashi and purchase discounted tickets for the boat tour.Fireworks cruises operate on the eve of the Setsubun Festival on February 2 and during the Lake Ashinoko Summer Festival Week from July 31 to August 5 every year. Enjoy the fireworks as they spread across the night sky while you feel the sound of the fireworks echoing off the mountains.
The prefectural Kannonzaki Park extends to almost all of Kannonzaki, sticking out Tokyo Bay. You can enjoy various kinds of activities such as watching coming and going ships, or walking in the forest. There are many tourist attractions around this park. For example, Kannonzaki Lighthouse which is the first western style lighthouse in Japan, Kannonzaki Nature Museum which displays the forest, river, sea, or other nature in Tokyo Bay, and finally the Yokosuka Museum of Art that displays arts of Yokosuka's ocean and Miura Pensinsula.
Directly connected to Yokohama Station, this expansive party stage boasts overwhelming scale in three sumptuous rental spaces. It can cater to every kind of party and banquet including social gatherings, farewell and welcome parties, exhibitions, seminars, presentations and so on in a manner that only a production venue can.
Yokohama Bay Sheraton Hotel & Towers is a convenient choice for meetings and social functions. Its 12 event venues, from 50㎡ to 850㎡ can accomodate up to 1,000 guests.
Ikuta Ryokuchi Park is the largest natural environment in the capital. In spring Masugatayama has cherry blossoms, and at the beginning of summer irises are in season. Autumn is a good time to see the maple leaves. Every season has something to enjoy. The Japan Open-air Folk House Museum, the Taro Okamoto Museum of Art, the Kawasaki Municipal Science Museum and many other sites are also located in Ikuta Ryokuchi Park.Visitors can fully enjoy the lush, green nature in the quiet morning air.
At the center of the park, there is a park center that serves as both a management office as well as an exhibition facility Remnants of the castle during the Warring States Period can be found throughout the park. At the 水の苑地, you can find a fountain and at the 花の苑地, you can find a garden terrace with herbs and perennial plants. Photos provided by: Sagamihara Tourism Association
The Nishimon Shopping Street is located south of Sagamihara Station on the JR Yokohama Line and is home to Taro Okamoto's "Red Hand Blue Hand" sculptures.
A park where visitors can enjoy nature throughout the four seasons and is also one of the eight picturesque spots of Zama. It is especially famous for its 120,000 vibrantly-colored red spider lilies. The red spider lilies that bloom brilliantly red in the midst of the greenery create a relaxing space.
The Metasequoia Avenue is located within Ikuta Ryokuchi Park, which also features cultural facilities such as the Japan Open-Air Folk House Museum, the Taro Okamoto Museum of Art, and the Kawasaki Municipal Science Museum, making it the ideal destination for visitors who enjoy both nature and culture. (Photo courtesy of photolibrary)
Unicorn Japan is the world's only comprehensive specialty store of the "KATANA" car, the certified historical heritage car. It handles everything related to the car, including vehicle sales, maintenance, customization, and parts sales.
This shrine was founded in 710 (Wado 3) by famous priest Gyoki and constructed by Tokitada Someya, a powerful and rich man. It is dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu. Minamoto no Yoriyoshi prayed to this shrine and his son, Minamoto no Yoshiie was born here. Founder and the first shogun of the Kamakura Shogunate, Minamoto no Yoritomo, his wife, Masako, a political leader, and their son, Minamoto no Sanetomo also worships this shrine. Here, you can find the well used for Tokimune Hojo’s (regent of the shogun) first bath and said to be Marquis Nijo’s favourite well. There is also an Man’yōshū (collection of Japanese poetry) inscription originating from the rear mountain named Mikoshiyama Mountain. This place also appears in the novel “The Sound of the Mountain” by Yasunari Kawabata.The greenery enveloping the worship hall and the straight, symbolic shrine path is lit up, creating a mystic and sublime atmosphere that beckons visitors.
This Tourist Boat Terminal serves as the departure and arrival point for cruises such as the "Red Brick Café Cruise" and the "Night Factory Jungle Cruise". It is approximately a 15-minute walk from Bashamichi Station or Nihon-Odori Station.
Hiratsuka city is known for its specialty craft, "Soshu Daruma". Arai Daruma Store has continued to handcraft these daruma one by one, preserving traditional techniques of production. You can also experience Daruma painting and coloring here.
Maichin is located in the west exit of Yokohama Station where there is still a Showa atmosphere left. Established 60 years ago, Maichin is a restaurant specializing in pork where you can enjoy rare pork.
This stone monument was built commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Akutagawa Prize awarded to Shintaro Ishihara's novel "Season of the Sun". Zushi Beach is called the "half-a-mile beach where the sun was born" for its actively enjoyed marine sports throughout the year. This monument is a symbol of Zushi Beach.