This museum is located in Hiratsuka. Exhibits focus on the nature and culture of the Sagami River basin. A planetarium is attached to the museum and is popular among children for its interesting constellation stories, the latest space information, and various other contents (note the projection dates and times).

Hasedera Temple is a famous historical temple that enshrines the statue of Hase Kannon as its principal deity. The main temple building houses the Kannon Museum, a garden, and offers visitors a chance to become familiar with the scenic beauty of Kamakura. The solemn "Kannon-do" and the temple grounds surrounded by beautiful trees and ponds, and lanterns distributed to visitors, encase the area in a beautiful lights that offers a sense of connection. A private tour of the temple grounds is also held by the priests of Hasedera Temple. In addition to the guided tours of the Keidai required sites, visitors will be show through the museum and also have the opportunity to visit Kannon in the main hall up close and personal.Originally established in 736 when the Kannon stature was said to have washed ashore, the most recent construction dates back to 1985.Enjoy a panoramic view overlooking Kamakura's coastal city while taking a leisurely break.Opened in 1980, the Kannon Musem exhibits the Kannon Bodhisattva, the principal mage of Hasedera Temple, as well as many other ancient artefacts.According to legend, the nine-meter wooden statue of the Kannon (goddess of mercy) you can see here was carved in 721 CE in Nara, then cast into the sea, washing up in 736. In June and July, colourful hydrangeas bloom around the temple.The precincts with the majestic Kannon-do hall and lovely trees and ponds are enveloped in a light that “connects,” like the lanterns given to those who visit.

Ice cream in Japan is said to have originated in 1869 when Fusazo Machida opened Hyosuiten on Bashamichi-dori Avenue and sold "Aisukurin" there. The "Mother and Child of the Sun" was installed in 1976 as a statue commemorating the birth of ice cream.

We have been farming in Yokohama for over 500 years.After cultivating rice and vegetables, raising pigs and chickens, and growing flowers, we began producing “Ohisama Shiitake” in 2012 and “Ohisama Kikurage” in 2014. In addition to prioritizing safety and quality, we aim to share the deliciousness of food, as well as the enjoyment and importance of agriculture. To this end, we offer experiences such as mushroom picking, BBQ, and at-home shiitake growing kits.We are also committed to environmentally friendly, sustainable farming. Electricity generated by solar panels and other renewable energy sources is used in our mushroom cultivation. Spent mushroom beds are not discarded but returned to the fields as compost, creating a sustainable cycle for growing delicious vegetables.At the farm, you can also try experiences such as using a hand-pumped well and entering an air-raid shelter. At our farm stand, in addition to fresh shiitake and kikurage mushrooms, we offer a variety of processed products, including tsukudani, caramel popcorn, and potato chips made with dried shiitake powder, and pasta kits packaged in collaboration with welfare facilities.

Hakone offers a variety of hands-on tours covering a number of experiences, including Yosegi Zaiku (marquetry crafting), Zazen meditation, matcha tea ceremonies, glass crafts, pottery, and soba noodle making experiences.Why not take on an extraordinary challenge to create your own original piece through a hands-on workshop experience? We recommend adding an unforgettable hands-on experience as you enjoy the magnificent scenery and timeless history of the Hakone area with a volunteer guide.

Please make sure you obey the rules and act appropriately when visiting.Located in "Kamakura's hidden village", with red torii gates and white foxes enshrined throughout the grounds, the area is a place filled with a mysterious atmosphere. Also known by the name "Inari of success", it is a famous 'power spot' where many go to wish for promotions and good luck.Torii represent a dividing line (kekkai) between worlds. The entrance to the sacred Sasuke Inari Shrine sees 49 Torii — each step through one represents an individual's growing distance from the secular.

A dedicated guide will take you to the fantastic factory night views of the Keihin Industrial Zone spreading over Yokohama and Kawasaki, as well as representative night views of the Port of Yokohama, such as Minato Mirai and the Yokohama Bay Bridge. You will be able to see the factories from the sea, which are normally inaccessible. The night view reflected on the surface of the water can only be seen from a boat.

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.

Midorinokyukamura Aone Camping Ground is located in northwestern Kanagawa, surrounded by lush nature and the clear waters of the Doshi River. With mountains on all sides that display beautiful seasonal beauty, Aone Camping Ground provides a quiet and fun environment for families, groups, and clubs to camp, hike, BBQ, swim, boat, and fish.

Mitsuike Park has been selected as one of Japan’s Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots. Beginning with the winter cherry blossoms that bloom in mid-February, various varieties of cherry blossoms bloom at different times and are loved by visitors. In addition, you can enjoy nature—greenery and autumn leaves—throughout the four seasons, and there are playgrounds, baseball fields, and tennis courts to enjoy other leisure and play sports.

Shonan Wakasa Ei Yuu is the only studio in Kanagawa still making their wagasa (traditional Japanese umbrellas) entirely by hand. Wagasa were widely used during the Edo period (1603-1868), but quickly fell out of use during the Meiji period (1868-1912) with the popularization of Western umbrellas.The charms of wagasa are now being rediscovered, along with the traditional rituals and performances that they have long been used in. While the number of wagasa craftsmen is declining nationwide, a fascination with wagasa is growing both in Japan and overseas.

Try some seasonal seafood from the Shonan area

Revered as Sochinju (central place to pray for local gods), Matsubara Shrine had been worshipped by successive castellans of Odawara Castle which includes lords of Odawara Hojo Clan in the Sengoku period.

"Minshuku Hara (inn)" is a Japanese style inn that evokes an old-style Japanese house and is located in a quiet fishing village. They provide fresh and seasonal seafood, such as a striped beak-perch, in a style of ikezukuri (seafood are arranged on a platter that look lifelike). This is the service unique to fishermen's house. Guests can experience making fishermen-style pot meal, tokoroten (jellied agar), and dried seafood. Okami (the proprietress of the inn) was selected as one of the "100 Best Mothers of Farmers, Fisheries, and Inns". It is a one minute walk to get to Mitohama coast.About 1 minute from Mitohama Beach, this is an inn where you can enjoy home-cooked meals made with homegrown vegetables and fresh seafood caught that day by the owner-fisherman. The inn is run by a well-known Okami (landlady) who was the only one in Kanagawa Prefecture to be ranked as one of the Best 100 Okami. Stay at an inn with a homey atmosphere and dine on delicious Japanese home cooking.

The festival of flying kites in Zama started in the Edo period as an event to celebrate Boys' Festival. Every year on May 4th and 5th, the Ookite Festival, selected as one of Kanagawa's 50 best festivals, is held and a 13 square metre kite is flown by 100 people.

The latest Nissan Aria, GT-R, and other cars will be on display, and visitors are free to get in and test drive some of the cars on nearby city streets. Also on display will be models sold overseas that are not available in Japan. Visitors can also experience Nissan's leading-edge technology, featuring electric vehicles and driver assistance technology. In addition, events such as presentations introducing the appeal of cars and motorsports race broadcasts will be held. Visitors can also enjoy the bayfront view from the café and the wide selection of boutiques, and experience the appeal of cars in a safe and enjoyable environment.

One of the few white sand beaches on Miura Peninsula. In 1945 (Showa 29), the first Godzilla appeared on this beach and its footprints are still left.

Please visit the facility's website for the latest information.Yomiuriland Jewellumination is an event held every winter in Yomiuri Land. World-famous lighting designers created these light displays based on the theme of jewels, using around 5.5 million LED bulbs of 8 different varieties and 30 colors. The garden is transformed into a glittering dream world and is packed with couples. Although it is great to simply walk through, we recommend looking down on the lights from the other attractions.