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The Best Summer Festivals in Tokyo and Kanagawa
Bunkyo Hydrangea Festival (June) Ajisai (hydrangea) are celebrated in Japan through various festivals all over the country, one of these...
Canada Coffee Kissaten in Kanagawa (カナディアンコーヒーショップ)
A quaint little country cabin style kissaten in Tama city. They serve breakfast, lunch (from 11AM) and dessert, as well as a variety of...
Jun Kissa Florida - A quirky Retro Cafe (Kissaten) in Yamato (純喫茶フロリダ)
Jun Kissa Florida is a charming kissaten decorated with artificial plants, retro colorful chairs and tables, and framed sun-faded photos...
Taro Okamoto Museum of Art (川崎市岡本太郎美術館)
A museum dedicated to the various works of beloved Japanese artist, Taro Okamoto. These works include sculptures, paintings, video work,...
The Kamimizo (Mizono) Daruma Market (溝のだるま市)
Traditionally, Daruma are purchased in the beginning of the new year, and one of the eyes is then filled in while making a wish. Once the...
Cherry Blossoms at Odawara Castle Park (小田原城の桜)
A picturesque location all throughout the year with its rotation of seasonal blooms and changing leaves, on the grounds of a castle...
Momiji and More at Mount Oyama 大山
Mount Oyama is a lesser-known hiking location, but becomes quite popular during both momiji and plum blossom season. It is located in...
Cherry Blossoms in Kamakura Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine and Kamakura Daibutsu
Kamakura has been a popular destination for tourists for quite some time as it's an easy day trip from Tokyo and has a lot to offer....
Hana Biyori, A floral Paradise in Kanagawa
An outdoor garden, indoor botanical garden, and a Starbucks with a gorgeous view! Where: 4015-1 Yanokuchi, Inagi, Tokyo 206-8566 How...
Spider Lilies 彼岸花 at Saihō-ji 西芳寺
A scenic spot to see different colors of spider lilies. The entrance leading up to the temple are lined with white, yellow, and red...
Lake Sagamiko Fireworks Festival (さがみ湖湖上祭花火大会)
This is the perfect setting for a summer fireworks festival along a large lake in Sagamihara with vintage retro game centers, and...
Hari-Kuyō Festival of Broken Needles (針供養)
Hari-Kuyō is a Japanese festival that was created around 400 years ago for needle-workers and housekeepers to pray for improved skills,...
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