Things to Do
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Shinagawa, Gotanda
Shrines & Temples
Ikegami Honmon-ji
3.58 1The Head Temple of the Nichiren Sect of Buddhism, Popular for its Splendid Scenery of Sakura and its Five-Storied Pagoda!
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There’s no better time to check out Ikegami Honmonji Temple’s 5-story pagoda than during cherry blossom season!
Ota-ku, Tokyo is home to the vast grounds of Ikegami Honmonji Temple, which is also incidentally a popular cherry blossom viewing spot. In particular, people flock to see and photograph the magical sight of the 5-story pagoda surrounded by the fluffy, pink flowers.
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O-eshiki at Ikegami Honmon-ji (Ikegami Honmon-ji Temple), a Great Occasion at Summer Night
In the brisk fall night breeze, my friend and I meet at Tokyo’s Ikegami by appointment and we are about to visit the Ikegami Honmon-ji O-eshiki, an annual event held between October 11 and October 13.
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Takamatsu
Tourist Attractions
The Historical Remains of Takamatsu Castle (Tamamo Park)
3.38 4Facing the Seto Inland Sea, this is one of the three Largest Seaside Castles in Japan
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Plenty to Enjoy Even on a Short Trip! 9 Classic Kagawa Attractions
Kagawa is Japan’s smallest prefecture by area, so even with a short stay you can fully enjoy must-see sights like historic shrines and castles, plus beautiful natural scenery. The remote islands floating in the Seto Inland Sea, such as Shodoshima and Naoshima, are also part of Kagawa’s appeal. If you’re sightseeing in this charm-packed prefecture, here are the attractions, places to stay, and local food you won’t want to miss.
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[Ritsurin Garden Visitor Guide] A Scenic Spot Where You Can Experience Japanese Atmosphere and Culture
Ritsurin Garden is a place where you can enjoy scenery full of Japanese charm and experience Japanese culture across its vast grounds. It changes with the seasons, and even a short walk reveals landscapes with different kinds of beauty. Here is useful information to know before your visit, including the best seasons to go and the garden’s highlights.
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A Complete Travel Guide to Takamatsu! From Classic Spots to Hidden Gems, Gourmet Foods to Souvenirs!
Kagawa Prefecture is so famous for its udon that it is sometimes called “Udon Prefecture.” Its “sanuki udon,” a chewy and springy type of udon, is particularly popular. At the heart of Kagawa Prefecture is Takamatsu City, which is not only home to many delicious udon restaurants, but also to plenty of great tourist spots, including Ritsurin Garden, which was given 3 stars in the French travel guidebook “Michelin Green Guide Japan.” This time, we will be introducing the highlights of Takamatsu.
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