One of the family temples of Ashikaga City. The precincts of the temple has been designated as a national historic site and you can observe the karesansui (rock garden) while you drink matcha tea. At the Ishigama Garden Terrace, you can enjoy meals as well as observe the English garden.

Every citizen of the Kanagawa Prefecture talks about climbing up to the highest peak in the prefecture at least once. Between Inugoetouge and Hinokiboramaru the rhododendron wadanum flowers (azaleas) are the first to bloom, followed by the rhododendron quinquefolium (also a type of azalea) in the beginning of May. In autumn the Japanese larch show off their golden leaves. Mount Hiru allows you to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and feel the mountain in your soul. In summer majestic constellations visible from the summit appear so close that they could almost be reached. In winter you can feel on top of the world as you enjoy the fresh mountain air and a 360 degree night panorama.

Marinated miso pork brings out the sweetness and umami flavor of the meat, while also bringing the depth in flavor of miso. This particular shop prides themselves on making pork their centerpiece and they’re particular about their ingredients.

The tradition of Yudate-kagura has been passed on since 1776. Spiritual rituals with the use of boiling water are performed throughout the country, but it is rare to see the performance done by the Shishi, a lion dog deity, as can be seen at this traditional event. Praying for health, safety, and prosperity the Shishi stirs the boiling water with a Kumazasa branch, and flick water from the branch to purify the participating spectators. This traditional event is selected as a National Traditional and Cultural Heritage event, as well as being registered as a Kanagawa prefecture important cultural heritage event.

The largest arcade in the East was built in 1956 in the temple town home to Yokohama's oldest ancient temple, Gumyoji Kannon. Nowadays, it is surrounded by two stations and is loved by many people due to its environment, particularly the cherry blossom promenade on the Ooka River, which runs through the center of the shopping district.

Since our establishment in 1951, with “careful work” as our motto, we are dedicated to offering careful cuisine and hospitality unique to Japanese restaurants.

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.

Reservation is required for this strawberry farm. 6 types of strawberrys are grown here currently. Unlike other farms, to ensure the safety of the strawberries, the use of agricultural chemicals are avoided by using UV light and introducing natural predators for pest control. Tel: 080-1984-9293

A compact city hotel directly connected to the east exit of Odawara Station, located in the Minaka Odawara complex. Natural hot spring water is sourced from Hakone-Yumoto. This hotel offers great convenience as a base for sightseeing in Hakone and Atami.

For one weekend in November， Nikko’s World Heritage shrines and temples are beautifully illuminated to create a magical atmosphere. Please enjoy the fantastic night atmosphere which is different from the daytime due to the lighting and scenery surrounded by autumn leaves.

Torinoko Sansho Shrine consists of a main hall, a worship hall, a tower gate, a Torii gate (at the prefectural border of Tochigi and Ibaraki) and the main shrine. The shrine is known for its lucky owl, a messenger from the god who brings good luck. The temple complex contains the nation’s largest statue of an owl, an owl post, an owl bell and an owl statue on which visitors pour water to wash their troubles away. Other notable sites include a miraculous turtle well that has never dried up and the building known as Gochiin where famous feudal lord Mitsukuni Tokugawa once stayed.

Ayase Shortbread won the Excellent Confectionery award in the 25th Kanagawa Excellent Products Exhibition, a sweets competition. This adorable shortbread uses Ayase’s famed roses and specialty pork as a motif.

The Hakone Old Highway is a part of the Tōkaidō Highway established by the Edo Shogunal government, and the sloping road extends for 32 km from the Mishima post station via the Hakone-toge pass to the Odawara post station. The part between the Mishima post station and the Hakone check station through the Hakone-toge pass at an elevation of 846 m had been considered the most grueling part in the Tōkaidō Highway, as in addition to the steep ascent at high elevation, travelers had to walk through knee-deep mud if it snowed or rained. The Edo Shogunal government spent 1,400 ryo to pave the road with stone for 10 km of the road. According to records, it was originally paved with local Hakone-dake bamboo, however, it needed to be regularly repaved as the bamboo would rot, costing a great deal of money every year. Now only 2 km of the original stone pavement remains. Enjoy imagining travel in the old days while walking along the original paved segment of the old highway.The mountain road is overgrown with trees, so an early morning start is recommended. When the weather is nice, the sunlight through the trees feels refreshing. Be careful as the stone pavement is slippery after it rains.

In warm Yokosuka, surrounded by the ocean on three sides, you can enjoy fresh seafood. At “Uogashi Hamakura,” an employee cafeteria inside the market, general customers can get food as well.

You can enjoy eating a large amount of soba (buckwheat noodles) in the shape of Mount Fuji at a reasonable price. There are 17 stores in Yokohama.

This statue of King Enma was carved in 1250 and was initially situated on a mountain in front of the Hase Kannon. After the fated downfall of the Kamakura Shogunate, Ashikaga Takauji moved it to the left, facing the sea at the Ichino-torii gate, to mourn the departed souls of Yuhigahama, the site of the decisive battle. The temple was again damaged by a major earthquake during the Genroku era (1688-1704), and was moved to its present location. The Ten Kings of Ennoji Temple, centering on King Yama, depict the judgment of those who were condemned to hell for their sins during their lifetime. The temple is still widely worshipped as a Jizo temple.

The Somei Noh Stage, the oldest Noh stage in the Kanto region, was built in 1873 by the Maeda family, the former lord of the Kaga Domain, and opened in 1996. Various events are held with explanations to help beginners understand and unique planned performances and workshops, earning the stage the slogan “a Noh theater with a low threshold.” Once a month, we hold tours (advance reservation required) where the staff guides visitors through exhibits related to the history of the Nohgaku and the Noh stage, as well as private dressing rooms not normally accessible to the public. ※ Closed from January 2024 to June 2026 due to renovation work.

Enoki Terrace located in Koajiro no Mori (Koajiro forest) is a precious natural environment in the Kanto region where forests, wetlands, tidal flats and seas facing Sagami Bay reside.