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Hangetsusan Observation Deck

Hangetsusan Observation Deck

Hangetsusan is a mountain at the southeastern corner of Lake Chuzenji. Hiking trails lead up to the top of the mountain. Near the summit there is an observation deck with great views of the Okunikko region including Lake Chuzenji and Mount Nantai. From about mid October to early November each year, autumn colors add to the scenery viewed from here, making this a popular autumn leaf viewing spot. From there it takes approximately 30 minutes to ascend to the observation deck near the summit along a steep nature trail."

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Kashi-no-Mori Park

Kashi-no-Mori Park

Kashi-no-Mori Park is an oasis for both children and adults throughout the year and is easily accessible by car. A wide range of events are held in the park in early April when visitors come for the “Sakura Festival” in spring. The park is also popular for a fantastic night time viewing of illuminated cherry blossoms. The streets around Kashi-no-Mori Park are lined with cherry blossom trees (north-south 2.3km, east-west 1.3km). Be sure to walk through the stunning cherry blossom tunnelled street with approximately 650 Yoshino cherry trees!

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Enoshima Electric Railway

Enoshima Electric Railway

While the Enoden railway boasts a mere 10km track length, it runs through a richly varied and captivating landscape. It threads its way through residential neighborhoods, skimming past rooftops, traversing iron bridges and tunnels, and weaving along the coastline and through mountain valleys. On clear days, passengers can glimpse Enoshima Island and Mount Fuji from the train windows, evoking a sense of adventure. Popular tourist spots dot along the train line, including Enoshima, Shichirigahama Beach, and the ancient city of Kamakura, allowing you to savor scenery where history, nature, and townscapes harmonize. We invite you to ride the Enoden and enjoy a moment of true relaxation.

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Izumibashi Sake Brewery

Izumibashi Sake Brewery

Founded in 1857, Izumibashi Sake Brewery is not only a sake brewery but also a cultivator of rice. We see sake as an agricultural by-product, and make sake by growing good rice first.The rice paddies glittering with morning sunshine remind you of a good old Japanese morning. Wake up totally refreshed as you take a tasty sip of Japanese sake made of rice harvested from the rice paddy. We have a shop to sell sake in the brewery as well.Early Morning Sightseeing

Sake & Breweries Tokaido Koshu kaido KANAGAWA
Kenchoji Temple (Main temple of Kenchoji school of Rinzai sect)

Kenchoji Temple (Main temple of Kenchoji school of Rinzai sect)

This ancient temple is ranked first among the Kamakura Gozan. It features many old buildings, with a temple bell designated the national treasure. Our zazen experience, which has explanations available in English, is popular with foreign visitors. Enjoy a different travel experience by taking your time to relax and enjoy the clean air.Kamakura's greatest Zen temple. Enjoy the tranquility of the Zen garden, and view of Mt. Fuji from the observation deck up the hill on clear days in winter.How about starting your day with zazen meditation? The cool air will help you feel refreshed, and a leisurely breakfast and sightseeing trip will make for a different kind of travel experience.

Temples & Shrines Tokaido Koshu kaido KANAGAWA
Ichijo Ekan Sanso

Ichijo Ekan Sanso

Ichijo Ekan Sanso Villa, a nationall designated Important Cultural Property villa with sukiya-style architecture, is surrounded by its beautiful garden, a space where hydrangeas, autumn foliage, red pines, and moss thrive. With the murmuring of the Nameri River flowing nearby and the chirping of wild birds, it is a lush Japanese garden where you can enjoy Japan's four seasons with all five senses. There is also a cafe within the garden where you can enjoy seasonal Japanese sweets. Tours of the villa are held regularly (advance reservations required so please check the website).

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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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Odawara Hojo Godai Festival

Odawara Hojo Godai Festival

This is Odawara City's largest festival to honor the Hojo clan, a set of feudal lords who reigned over the Kanto region for five generations for about 100 years during the Warring States Period, a time of fierce rivalry between the warriors, and who created a nation with the ideal of the well-being of its people. A total of 1,700 people parade in the city in a heroic procession of warriors, mainly modeled after the five successive lords of the Hojo clan, with the participation of local brass bands, the Ground Self-Defense Force, and other musical groups, as well as portable shrines and other town groups. In addition, there will be a firing performance by the Hojo Tepposhu and a performance by the Fuuma Ninjas in the streets.

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Izumotaisha Sagamibunshi

Izumotaisha Sagamibunshi

The shrine enshrines Okuninushi no Mikoto, the deity of Izumo Taisha, Shimane Prefecture. It formally became a branch of the Izumo Taisha sect in 1888. It has a unique wooden shrine building that combines Taisha-zukuri and Gongen-zukuri styles and features a long hall called the "Winged Hall". The shrine itself is known as the "Izumo of Kanto" and features the 1,000-year-old zelkova tree, which towers over the grounds rich in nature, and the famous Hadano spring. The Yuzuri no Mizu (Yuzuri Water) drawn from 50m below the forest is also very popular among visitors (it is drinkable, and health inspections are carried out yearly). Seasonal events are often held, and many worshippers come throughout the year, as well as visitors for Goshuin (shrine stamps). (Free parking available for up to 130 cars. Tour buses require reservations.)

Temples & Shrines Tokaido Koshu kaido KANAGAWA