Surrounded by bamboo groves, this quiet park is a place for relaxation. In spring, a weeping cherry blossom party is held when the trees are in bloom. The contrast of pink and green during the day and the weeping cherry blossoms illuminated at night are fantastic. The trees are usually illuminated in late March or early April. Please check before you go.The weeping cherry blossoms are usually lit up from late March to early April. We recommend that you check before visiting.

This unique institute is located in the plate-collision area, rarely found in the world. Here, research is done on geology, hot springs, groundwater, earthquakes, and volcanos. Visitors can see the displays of research results on the first floor.

It is dedicated to Samukawahikono Mikoto, which is the same deity as the Sagamikoku Ichinomiya Samukawa Shrine, and Minamoto no Yoshitsune, who is a hero of the history.

Although the date of Mizoguchi Shrine's founding is unknown, the shrine has a long history and is widely revered as one of the most respected shrines in Kawasaki City, with "Amaterasu," the deity enshrined at the Jingu Shrine in Ise, as its deity. The shrine is known for various benefits such as easy childbirth, child-rearing, match-making, family safety, and protection from bad luck, among others. There are sacred trees related to family in the precincts, including a long-life zelkova tree, a father-and-son camphor tree, and a ginkgo tree with a hanging milk root, which attract many visitors.

Yokohama Sky Cruise provides a sightseeing flight by helicopter and cruise service. Any group, including couples celebrating anniversary, families and friends, can enjoy the night view and town scape from the sky. The helicopter flies over Yokohama port area at an altitude of 450 to 600 m and at a speed of 200 km an hour. You can enjoy refreshing flight with a top-down view of Yokohama, such as town scape and Bay bridge, from before sunset to after dark.Take to the air with a helicopter. You’ll get a special experience looking down on the port city with the night view spread out below. There are 5 to 10-minute plans that tour Yokohama Port as well as 20 to 30-minute flights over the Tokyo city center or out towards Enoshima.

Experience the secrets behind the delicious taste of Kirin Afternoon Tea, the flagship brand of Kirin Beverage. This tour features immersive visuals and first-hand experiences for both adults and children to enjoy. *Please note the Shonan Factory tour does not include factory production line viewings.

Wagashi contains appreciation, awe and respect for nature that have been nurtured by Japanese people. Making beautiful and delicious wagashi will promote understanding of those values.

A gymnasium that served as a model for the popular manga, Slam Dunk. Though as a work site the railroad in front of Kamakura High School is famous, it was the Akibadai Gymnasium that served as the model for the venue for the games.

By using the jet of a water scooter, you can experience the water sport in which you “fly by water pressure”, that is, “Aquaboard”. You can enjoy aquaboarding at a location with a splendid view, in which Mount Fuji can be seen behind Sagami Bay and Enoshima.

This beach is located in Ninomiya Town, Kanagawa Prefecture. Enjoy a dragnet fishing experience at Sodegaura Beach, just a 7 minute walk from Ninomiya Station on the JR Tokaido Line. Thanks to its prime location, this dragnet fishing experience is widely used for company and community events, hands-on learning, and school trips. We provide thorough explanations so that even first-time visitors can feel at ease. It's as simple as pulling a rope in tug-of-war, making for an enjoyable experience from children to adults. The real excitement lies in the sheer wonder as to what could be inside as the net is pulled ashore. Participants can even directly touch marine life caught in the net, offering a valuable learning experience about biology, nature, and diet. The "come-as-you-are BBQ" plan is also extremely popular, featuring delicious Shonan Shirasu (whitebait)♪

This place is temporarily closed. Please check the official website on reopening, operational information and more.This comprehensive themed permanent exhibit divides the history of Kanagawa into five eras. From ancient times and the Middle Ages to the Yokohama port opening and modernization, the exhibit looks at various historical perspectives under the theme of modern and traditional Kanagawa, taking into account people's lives and beliefs, political and economic changes, the influence of foreign cultures, etc. In addition, we regularly hold special exhibitions that are different from the permanent exhibits based on the research results of curators. Special exhibitions are held based on materials in the museum and collection exhibitions.

As a park located on the waterfront, we developed a design based on the theme of "the sea" to create a facility that enhances the appeal of the Minato Mirai 21 district. Art furniture (benches) with a nautical motif were installed under a row of zelkova trees, where the sun shines through the trees. At night, a luminous sea pavement in front of the art square creates a new nightscape of Minato Mirai with illusory light reminiscent of luminous insects drifting among the waves of the sea.

This historical temple, which holds numerous cultural assets, was built in 829. The main hall has held numerous cultural events. The kitchen, which is a registered tangible cultural property, can hold meetings, receptions, etc., while the temple precincts can be used to stage outdoors events.

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.

Enoshima is an island with a circumference of around 4 km and you can enjoy the popular sightseeing spots throughout a year, such as Enoshima Shrine, Enoshima Samuel Cocking Garden, Enoshima Sea Candle, Dragon Bell, Chigogafuchi Marine Plateau, and Enoshima Iwaya Cave. The Enoshima Yacht Harbor was the sailing competition venue for the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2020. The area is abundant with seafood such as shirasu, Ise Shrimp, sashimi, sazae and clams, all of which are very popular local cuisines to the tourists.When the tide is low, people flock to Chigogafuchi Abyss to take in the panoramic views of the sea and the magnificent skyline.The Chigogafuchi Rest House is a two-story building offering visitors a place to sit down and have a bite to eat before or after exploring the Iwaya Caves.Connected to the Chigogafuchi Abyss is the Sunset Reef. As the name suggests, it offers a stunning view of the sun setting into the sea. During the seasons of low tide, various marine life can be seen swimming amongst the reef, making it a popular fishing spot.The First Cavern is 152 metres long, and can be accessed by taking the left-side path where the cave splits at the entrance. When you walk further into the cavern, the cave splits again into two. Because of the extremely cold winds that sometime blow from the left-side path, it is rumored that the cave is somehow connected to Mt. Fuji, but this cannot be confirmed as it is closed to the public.On scenic Enoshima Island you can see historical temples, stroll around a botanical garden, take in the view from the lighthouse, or cool off in a cave created by the sea. In summer, the neighbouring beaches are lined with fun temporary bars.

A pure Japanese-style ryokan that has been in business for over 400 years. The ryokan offers sankai cuisine centering around the four seasons, focusing on tofu dishes made with Oyama's famous water. While listening to the soothing stream of the Oyama River flowing at the foot of the mountain, indulge in tofu dishes made with its water. It also doubles as health food!

The Yokohama Three Towers were nicknamed by a foreign sailor in the early Showa Period based on the face cards; Kanagawa Prefectural Government Building as the King, Kanagawa Customs Building as the Queen, and Yokohama City Port-opening Memorial Hall as the Jack.

Constructed around 1927 (Showa 2) using a design by Kichizo Asaka, this communal residence was built for foreign residents. Originally, there were four identical apartments in the building, with the apartments on either side of the central entrance porch mirroring each other. Currently, the second floor is used for gallery exhibitions, meetings, etc.