When visiting Odawara, don't miss these mountain castle ruins full of history! Ishigakiyama Ichiya Castle was the headquarters built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi during the Siege of Odawara. Although only the stone walls and ruins remain today, from the top you can still look out over Odawara and Sagami Bay. The view is very expansive.
It's also one of the Continued Top 100 Japanese Castles, so anyone interested in Japanese history will definitely find it fascinating. On holidays, you can take a day bus. On weekdays, you can rent a bicycle at the tourist information center or take on the roughly 50-minute walk up the mountain. Taking your time along the way is also enjoyable!
Ishigakiyama Ichiya Castle | Review by wendy
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ENOSHIMA AQUARIUM
Facing Sagami Bay, this aquarium takes full advantage of its amazing location overlooking Mt. Fuji and Enoshima.
Besides shopping and enjoying the ocean views on Enoshima, I also highly recommend visiting ENOSHIMA AQUARIUM! There are so many marine animals, including dolphins, penguins, sea turtles, and seals, and it's nice to take your time walking around. I especially loved the dolphin show. It was exciting and cute, and the atmosphere was lively. The aquarium also has a great location facing Sagami Bay, and on clear days, you can see Enoshima and Mt. Fuji. After the aquarium, you can enjoy the sea breeze nearby. It's just right for a half-day trip〜
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Tsurugaoka Hachimangu
Tsurugaoka Hachimangu is the symbol of Kamakura, located in the heart of the city. It is frequented by many worshipers as a shrine related to Minamoto no Yorimoto, the founder of the Kamakura shogunate. The current main shrine, which was built in 1828, has been designated as an Important Cultural Asset of Japan.
Of course, you can't visit Kamakura without stopping by Tsurugaoka Hachimangu! As one of Kamakura's landmarks, it offers different scenery in every season. It was really crowded when I visited, but the overall worship route was well organized, so it didn't feel too congested. You need to climb some stairs to reach the main shrine, but they aren't very long or steep, so most people can get up easily. Afterward, you can also browse amulets, goshuin stamps, and more, giving it a real Japanese shrine atmosphere. If you're taking a walk around Kamakura, I definitely recommend stopping by!
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Shiroyama Lake
Shiroyama Lake is a man-made reservoir created with the construction of the Honsawa Dam in 1965, in conjunction with the Shiroyama Power Plant. The lake is known for its serene atmosphere, as fishing and boating are prohibited, maintaining its calm waters. It has been selected as one of the "50 Best Parks in Kanagawa" and "50 Best Birdwatching Spots in Kanagawa," making it a popular destination for hiking and birdwatching enthusiasts who come to enjoy the area's rich natural beauty.
當天天氣超好，來到城山湖真的讓人心情大好！這是一座小巧迷人的人工湖，四周被豐富的自然景色包圍，湖面在陽光照射下閃閃發亮，搭配藍天白雲，怎麼拍都好看。這裡步調悠閒、環境也很舒服，很適合來散散步、放空一下。如果想更愜意一點，也可以自己帶份便當來野餐，坐在湖邊享受風景。整體來說，是個很適合悠閒走走的小景點！
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