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Saitama,Ikebukuro
Trains & Subway
Laview
3.58 1Day trips to Chichibu from central Tokyo with ease! Bask in comfort along the way on this scenic express train.
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Make the Most of Your Trip with Seibu Railway's Special Passes! 2 Spring Model Courses to Experience Flowers and Local Sake in Chichibu and Nagatoro
Chichibu and Nagatoro are perfect spots near Tokyo to immerse yourself in nature. These areas are also among Japan’s top flower viewing destinations, welcoming visitors with breathtaking blooms each spring. This article introduces two one-day model courses where you can fully appreciate Japan’s seasonal charm through cherry blossoms and moss pink in Chichibu and Nagatoro.
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[Near Tokyo 1-Day Model Course] Discount Train Passes on the Seibu Railway for a Refreshing Summer Trip
Summer in Japan means nothing but refreshingly cool nature destinations and tasty eats under the brilliant blue skies and dazzling sun thanks to this plan below. Hop on the Seibu Railway for a trip near Tokyo that feels like a dream. Keep scrolling for a model course to the Nagatoro area, the go-to spot for larger-than-life nature escapes and cooler temperatures outside the city. As an extra perk, we’ll also throw in some ideas from the Tokorozawa & Honkawagoe area, the place to go for new takes on architecture, honest-to-goodness authentic townscapes, and must-try summer bites.
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[1-Day Model Course Near Tokyo] Explore with the SEIBU 1Day Pass! Scenic views, Food, Shopping, Hot springs... Satisfy all your senses with a winter journey along the Seibu Line.
Tokyo is often the top of the list when dreaming up a trip to Japan. But whether its breathtaking views, tasty eats, great shopping and hot springs, only truly savvy travelers know there’s full-on Japan vibes to love with all the senses, just steps from the city.
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![It is about 2 km away from Ichinohashi Bridge to the Mausoleum.]()
Wakayama
Shrines & Temples
Koyasan Okunoin
3.58 1Surrounded by a grove of cedar trees over 800 years old, this is a holy place in Koyasan where many spirits, including Kobo Daishi's Nyujo (Entering Meditation) and the warring feudal lords, rest.
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40 Things to Do in Wakayama
Wakayama Prefecture, blessed with oceans, mountains, and rivers, is a popular travel destination filled with historical sites, World Heritage locations, leisure spots, hot springs, and more. From scenic attractions that showcase Japan’s beautiful seasonal landscapes to accommodations, cuisine, and hot springs, we’ve carefully selected the best recommendations for your visit.
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World Heritage Site – Mt. Koya (Part 2) – Walking Around “Okunoin,” Mausoleum for Kobo Daishi
Wakayama Prefecture. After enjoying the autumn leaves at Kongobu-ji and enjoying sesame tofu and shojin-ryori for lunch, let’s continue on and walk around “Okunoin.” Okunoin hosts the graves of historical figures and daimyo from across the country, is filled with interestingly shaped graves and memorial towers, and is home to Kobo Daishi’s mausoleum. In this second part, I’ll provide information on accessing Mt. Koya and some great value tickets.
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