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Seven Hundred Club

Seven Hundred Club

Seven Hundred Club has 18 holes with plenty of space in between on land as vast as 1 million square meters. There are artistic holes surrounded by forests, beautiful and thrilling holes with a pond, and so on to stimulate players’ competitiveness. The club stretches on land that is 1.5 times bigger than average golf courses, allowing players to improve their score or course management. The club also offers lesson programs matching player skill levels. The food options at the course are popular among both male and female plyers. The clubhouse has a BBQ area and also offers a wide variety of seasonal dishes. Visitors are sure to have a very fulfilling day here.

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Uzuma River Andon (Lantern) Festival

Uzuma River Andon (Lantern) Festival

The Uzuma River Andon (Lantern) Festival is being held July 1 - September 30 every year. Festival goers enjoy 135 historic Edo-style paper lanterns displayed along the Uzuma River, from the Kaiun to Korai bridges and around Uzuma Park. Each unique lantern is intricately and handsomely decorated with paper-cut designs of floats and traditional warehouses. Lighting time is 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm daily, adding an exotic and nostalgic atmosphere to the town post-sunset. On the first Sunday of August, the Hyaku Hatto Nagashi Festival is also held."

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Soba Making Experience at Nikko no sho

Soba Making Experience at Nikko no sho

In Nikko city, there are lots of handmade soba (buckwheat noodles) shops. (there are over 100 soba shops) It is said that the number of shops rate per the population is No.1 in Japan. Also the production of buckwheat is No.1 in Tochigi prefecture. Additionally Nikko city is rich in fresh ground water for soba which originates from the mountain of Nikko. Of course, soba masters have special skills to make it. That’s why the city of Nikko is called “the city of soba”. We look forward to meet you. [Notes] *Reservation required (by Phone, Fax) *Japanese language only. If you need English assistance, please come with an interpreter.

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Tobu World Square

Tobu World Square

The theme is "Let's protect the world's ruins and architectural culture" This theme park exhibits UNESCO's World Cultural Heritage sites, including 48 registered properties, 22 buildings from 102 countries and regions. Elaborately reproduced on 1/25 scale. The buildings are decorated with exquisite carvings, reliefs, and glass inlays that are breathtakingly beautiful. In addition, the 20,000 plants that adorn the buildings change with the seasons, allowing you to enjoy different landscapes throughout the year. There are also signs next to the buildings in the park that indicate the “Shooting Spot”, so you can take great photos. You can also take pictures of buildings by lifting them or holding them up in a borrowed position, so that you can enjoy photography to the fullest.   New photo spot opens in Tobu World Square's America Zone! The popular America Zone in the park has been partially renovated, with new photo spots added. New photo spots recreate iconic American landscapes for an immersive experience. Now you can take a picture with the symbol of New York City, the Statue of Liberty, and Flatiron Building. You can enjoy a special photo that can only be taken at Tobu World Square by taking a photo from behind this magnificent statue with Tokyo Skytree and Tokyo Tower exhibits in the background.

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OOSEYANA

OOSEYANA

Yana is a trap to catch sweetfish that swim down the river to lay their eggs. The trap is a screen made with finely divided and stripped bamboo placed on a bamboo scaffolding where the water flow is blocked in a V-shaped depression. Ooseyana in Motegi Town in Tochigi boasts the largest yana trap among many traps placed on the Naka River. What’s most entertaining about yana fishing is that you can catch sweetfish while feeling the powerful flow of the Naka River over your feet. The catch is largest between the second half of September and the end of October. At the restaurant, you can savor freshwater fish dishes such as grilled sweetfish with a sprinkle of salt and deep-fried sweetfish while enjoying the river view.

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Oku-Nikko E-Bike Trip (Nikko Natural Science Museum)

Oku-Nikko E-Bike Trip (Nikko Natural Science Museum)

Nikko Natural Science Museum offers self-guided cycling tours that allow you to fully immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Oku-Nikko. Riding an electric assist bicycle (e-bike) and using an exclusively designed navigation device, you can explore pre-planned routes for each tour. While there are no guides, you can enjoy cycling privately with your family or friends. This option is recommended for those who prefer to explore freely, including stops for dining and shopping.   We offer a variety of routes including cafe hopping, exploring the history of Nikko, cycling on quiet paved forest roads closed to general traffic, and even hiking. Our e-bikes make hill climbing effortless. If you're visiting Oku-Nikko, be sure to join us! *Please note that departure and arrival points vary depending on the tour. Tours depart from both "Nikko Natural Science Museum" and "Akanuma Nature Information Center", so please be sure to check your designated meeting point.

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Chuzenji Temple “16-Character SHAKYO or SHABUTSU (Copying Buddha’s picture) Experience”

Chuzenji Temple “16-Character SHAKYO or SHABUTSU (Copying Buddha’s picture) Experience”

Commonly, shakyo and shabutsu involve copying of the whole sutra or the whole image of the Buddha, but at Chuzenji Temple, we have prepared sheets of a sutra and an image that you can finish tracing within 15 to 20 minutes. In 16-character shakyo, you will trace a part of the Kannon Gyo sutra, written in light gray, with a brush pen. In shabutsu, you will trace the central area of the image of the Buddha, drawn in light gray, with a brush pen. In both practices, you will receive blessings by having your mind connected with the Buddha, feel relaxed both mentally and physically, and have the time to familiarize yourself with the Buddha and reflect on yourself. Time thus spent will be a priceless experience for you. After shakyo and shabutsu, you will be given a special red stamp as proof of paying respect to the temple and submitting the sutra/image. ※You can borrow a brush pen from the temple.

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Italian Restaurant ”Gioia Mia” (Shiobara-Sekiya)

Italian Restaurant ”Gioia Mia” (Shiobara-Sekiya)

Gioia Mia is an Italian restaurant based in Nasu that prepares all dishes with hand-picked ingredients. The menu features dishes including appetizers, pasta soup, crispy crust (Roman style) pizza baked in a wood-fired oven, bread, meat dishes, fish dishes, and desserts. All dishes are completely handmade so that guests can enjoy the flavor of the ingredients. Come and enjoy the taste of Gioia Mia in items like seasonal dishes and those using locally produced milk and cheese.

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Oyama 2,000 Cherry Blossoms Festival

Oyama 2,000 Cherry Blossoms Festival

In late March, Japan's most famous variety of cherry blossom, Someiyoshino, will begin to bloom, coloring the city with its delicate pink flowers. But in Oyama City, the special local variety, Omoigawa-zakura, makes Oyama different. Omigawa-zakura were found in a garden at a local monastery about 70 years ago. Beacause the Omigawa bloom about a week after the Somei Yoshino, meaning visitors can enjoy cherry blossoms for almost a month. Get ready to experience the beauty of Oyama City this spring. Many events and light up held on every cherry bloom spots in Oyama during the cherry blooming. ◆Night cherry blooming spots ①Shiroyama Park(1-1 Shiroyama-cho, Oyama City) ②Mamada Hachiman Park(2330 Mamada, Oyama City) ③Sakura Avenue nearby Toyohogawa River(nearby Kami-ishitsuka, Oyama City) ④Omoigawa Onsen(1475 Kizawa, Oyama City)

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Ashikaga Kankou Koryukan (Ashi-Navi)

Ashikaga Kankou Koryukan (Ashi-Navi)

Ashikaga local gift shop / tourist information center welcomes you with a warm heart of Japanese hospitality “Omotenashi”. Best place to start your discoveries during your stay here. ■Tourist Information Tourist Information of Ashikaga is provided here ■Gifts Local Gifts and Ashikaga Brand products offered here ■Rest Area Coffee and other beverages are sold here. Good for a short break time ■Bicycle Rental Availability: 18 Bikes(11 of them are assisted with motor) Available Time:AM9:00 to PM4:00 Return:Must return by PM5:00 Price: Conventional Bike 400 yen for the first 3 hours(100yen for every additional hour) One Day use 800yen Motor Assist Bike 600yen for the first 3 hours(200yen for every additional hour) One Day use 1200yen ※Must show one piece of government issue ID before rental ※Reservation not accepted"

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Tonoike Shuzo

Tonoike Shuzo

This brewery produces an array of choice sake and received a gold medal at the Annual Japan Sake Awards for its Sanran-daiginjo brew. Their facility tour is popular with tourists, where the brewer explains its history in detail. Come learn about the tradition and techniques of sake production. A gift shop on the grounds sells choice brews and cosmetics made with sake. Enjoy coffee brewed with the same water used for the sake, sweets with sake lees, a sake tasting set, and more at their café."

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