Things to Do
Kanto Region
Shrines & Temples
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Tochigi
Shrines & Temples
Nikko Futarasan Shrine
3.20 3A Shrine Known for its God of Luck and Blessings for Marriage.
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Nikko Toshogu Shrine Travel Guide: Highlights, How Long to Spend, and Suggested Itinerary
Nikko Toshogu Shrine, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Shrines and Temples of Nikko,” enshrines Tokugawa Ieyasu, the renowned historical figure who brought Japan’s Sengoku period to an end. One of Japan’s most celebrated sightseeing destinations, the shrine attracts visitors with its lavishly decorated buildings, many of which are designated as National Treasures or Important Cultural Properties.
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[Lake Chuzenji Travel Guide] Enjoy Grand Natural Scenery That Changes with the Seasons!
Lake Chuzenji is known for its beautiful natural scenery and has been selected as one of Japan’s 100 Landscapes. Changing with each season, Lake Chuzenji is also famous as a fall foliage spot, attracting many visitors from Japan and abroad in autumn. With many appealing sightseeing spots scattered around the area, it would be no exaggeration to say it is a must-visit destination when traveling in Tochigi. Here, we introduce the basic information you should know and nearby sightseeing spots to help you fully enjoy the charms of Lake Chuzenji.
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Day 2 of Winter Travel in Nikko ~Mt. Nikko Rinno-ji and Nikko Toshogu Shrine~
This article will introduce day 2 of my winter trip to Nikko. Starting off with breakfast at my hotel, I also visited Mt. Nikko Rinno-ji and Nikko Toshogu Shrine.
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Akasaka, Roppongi, Azabu-Juban
Shrines & Temples
Hie Shrine
3.13 2A shrine where one of the three great Edo festivals, the Sanno Festival, takes place. It's recognized as a power spot for success and matchmaking.
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5 Shrines for Luck in Love Across Tokyo
Whether it’s a partner, marriage, or a wish to get closer to coworkers with and friends, taking a visit to a shrine known for love and fortune is your best bet in Japan. Why not recharge your heart and soul at one of these power spots♪.
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The Sanno Matsuri, one of Tokyo's Three Major Festivals
The Sanno Matsuri is a religious festival held by Hie Shrine in Tokyo. During Japan's Edo Period (1603-1867), a portable shrine used in Shinto festivals, called Mikoshi, was carried into the Edo Castle grounds. This was the origin of a special festival known as Tenka-Matsuri, in which real Shoguns paraded through what is now Tokyo. Spanning 11 days, this festival features over 20 events.
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Kamakura
Shrines & Temples
Meigetsu-in
3.13 2A Temple in Kita-Kamakura Known as the Temple of Hydrangeas.
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Experience the Unique Charm of Japan! 10 Must-Visit Kamakura Sightseeing Spots
Kamakura is also famous as a real-life setting associated with the globally popular manga Slam Dunk. Blessed with both ocean and mountains and home to many shrines and temples, Kamakura offers seasonal scenery where nature blends beautifully with sacred sites. Like Nara and Kyoto, it once served as a center of Japanese government-why not plan a trip here to fully experience the atmosphere of Japan?
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Enjoy the hydrangeas at Kanagawa Prefecture’s Meigetsu-in Temple!
Japan’s rainy season may be coming up, but there’s still plenty to look forward to! While June is generally wet and muggy, it’s also when varying colours of hydrangea begin to bloom beautifully all over Kanto. If you’re looking to see the flowers in all their glory, we suggest heading to the history-rich city of Kamakura, which was once the capital of Japan.
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