http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_metro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT001.flv.jpgHow To MetroOne of the greatest transportation system and the most complicated transportation is Tokyo Metro.
Here we General instruction of How to use Metro. We demonstrate move from Harajuku to Ginza.
Step one: how to figure out the fee.
Step two: how to change the line following with top direction sign.
Please check out the <a href="http://www.tokyometro.jp/rosen/rosenzu/pdf/rosen_eng.pdf" target="_blank">Tokyo subway Route Map (English)</a>yes163http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ginza_sum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL001.flv.jpgGinza SummarizedGinza (銀座), place for adult. It has everything grown up ever want. Any bland you name it, it's here. The First apple store is in Ginza. If you want to eat good food, and willing to pay extra, come Ginza and eat Ginza. There is Mitsukoshi which is the one of the most exclusive store in Japan. If you want to see Japan with taste and class come visit Ginza.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Ginza is a district of Chuo Ward, Tokyo, located south of Yaesu and Kyobashi, west of Tsukiji, east of Yurakucho and Uchisaiwaicho, and north of Shinbashi. It is known as an upmarket area of Tokyo with many department stores, boutiques, restaurants and coffeehouses.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Marunouchi line (metro) to Ginza Station. (3 minute)yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaminarimon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL002.flv.jpgKaminari monKaminarimon (雷門) is the entrance of Nakamise shopping strip and gate for Senso Temple. In Nakamise strip, there are over 200 stores and you can buy any kinds of Japanese souvenirs. There are many visitors from all over Japan and all over the world.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Asakusa (浅草) is the part of Tokyo most famous for the Sensoji, a Buddhist temple dedicated to the bodhisattva Kannon. There is also an above-average density of temples in nishi-(west)-Asakusa.
Asakusa is central to the area colloquially referred to as shitamachi (not an official designation), which literally means "low city," referring to the low elevation of this old part of Tokyo, on the banks of the Sumida River. As the name suggests, the area has a less frenetic and more traditionally Japanese atmosphere than some other neighbourhoods of Tokyo.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Yamanote line (JR) to Kanda Station. (2 minutes)
2. use Ginza line (Metro) to Asakusa Station. (10 minutes)
3. walk north west (4 minutes)yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ameyoko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL003.flv.jpgAmeyoko (Ameya Yokocho)Ameyoko (アメ横) is the one of the most famous shopping street in Japan. Know for bargain sale. Consider it like Japanese Tijuana. There are many fish stores. All of fishes are very fresh and low price because the biggest fish market Tuskiji is very near by. For example, there are Tuna bricks for $20.00. Tuna bowl is the famous food for Ameryoko. There is also famous Ameyoko yaki which is Japanese style pan cake for $2.00. There are nuts, dry food, fruits, cookies etc… Not just food, there are wears, shoes, or belt. In Ameyoko, all stores are competing against others, so you might able to find great products with reasonable price.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Yamanote line (JR) to Ueno Station. (7 minutes)
2. walk south (1 minute)yes145http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akiba_sum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL004.flv.jpgAkihabara SummarizedAkihabara (秋葉原) is the world famous spot, also known as AKIBA. This place has everything for some people. On Sunday, there is no car in the main street; it is for pedestrian only. Akihabara is very interesting place. No other place in the world like Akihabara. Akihabara has everything, Comic, animation, game, cartoon, and computers, cameras, and everything else. There is very interesting movement happening right now, it called Maid fashion. Girls wear the costume like maid and treat the costumers as the owner. This movement is now taking over all Akihabara. Yodobashi store in Akihabara is even bigger than Fly's electronics.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Akihabara is best-known as one of the largest shopping areas on Earth for electronic, computer, anime, and otaku goods, including new and used items.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Yamanote line (JR) to Akihabara Station. (4 minutes)
2. walk north (1 minute)yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lk_yamanaka_sum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL001.flv.jpgLk.Yamanaka SummarizedLake Yamanaka (山中湖, yamanakako) is the one of the most famous lakes in Japan, because you can see beautiful Mt.Fuji. Lake Yamanaka is the one of the five lakes around Mt.Fuji. In Lake Yamanaka, you can do any kind of marine sports. Air is so fresh and water is so pure, that's why every thing taste so good. Lake Yamanaka is preserved as a national park, that's why there are many beautiful natures. When you drive around Mt.Fuji, you can get great view point of Mt. Fuji every where. The transportation of Lake Yamanaka is actually very convenient. Some people have house around here and work at Tokyo. There are many restaurants, even Denney's are here. It maybe tastes different. You can also enjoy, horse riding, hot spa, and boat riding. Lake Yamanaka and Mt.Fuji, just see and feel it.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. take Fujikyuko to Fujiyoshida (4 min.)
2. take local bus to Lake Yamanakako (30 min.)yes170http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_ueno/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA001.flv.jpgHanami at Ueno ParkThis is Ueno Park (上野公園, uenokouen).If you wanna do a Hanami with elegance, come here. This is the best place.
This is Hanami; it's a party under the sakura, it's Japanese tradition. And you may wonder; why some people are sitting alone. What they are doing? They are called "placeholder." Their duty is to keep the place until the party begins.
<b>Tourist Info:</b> Ueno Park (上野公園 Ueno Kōen) is a spacious public park located in the Ueno section of Taito-ku, Tokyo, Japan. It occupies the site of the former Kan'eiji, a temple closely associated with the Tokugawa shoguns, who had built the temple to guard Edo Castle against the northeast. The temple was destroyed during the Boshin War.
<b>Access:</b> 2 minutes walk from Ueno Station (7 minutes ride using JR Yamanote line from Tokyo Station)yes114http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shibuya_sum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL005.flv.jpgShibuya SummarizedShibuya (渋谷) is the town of youth. Everything hip gathers. If you want to check out Japanese young people visit Shibuya. The town is the most fashionable people come especially between late teens and early twenties. Shibuya 109 is the building in which thousands of famous fashion stores are located. The name 109 is becoming the bland. Young people come here to study each others, check out each others and improve each others. That's why Shibuya has been the fashion leader for more than 20 years. Those stores are not only fashionable, but also reasonable, too. When you come to Shibuya, you will find out Japanese young generation is like.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
As of 2005, Shibuya had an estimated population of 195,877 and a density of 12,960 persons per km2. The total area is 15.11 km2.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Yamanote line (JR) to Shibuya Station. (24 minutes)
2. walk west (1 minute)yes137http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/omotesando_sum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL006.flv.jpgOmotesando SummarizedOmotesando (表参道) is the strip for the Meiji Shrine. However, forget about the shrine, it's a great place for shopping. In Omotesando, you can spend whole day for shopping, and many people do. When you get tired, don't worry, there are so many coffee shops everywhere, so you can do window shop and rest forever.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Omotesand? is an avenue, subway station and neighbourhood in Tokyo stretching from Harajuku station, the foot of the famous Takeshita Street, to Aoyama-dori where Omotesand? station can be found. Zelkova trees line both sides of the avenue. Around 100,000 cars drive down the main street daily which serves as the main approach to Meiji Shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Marunouchi line (metro) to Akasaka-mitsuke Station. (9 minutes)
2. use Ginza line (metro) to Omote-sando Station. (5 minutes)
3. walk north (1 minute)yes163http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sugamo_sum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL007.flv.jpgSugamo Jizo StripJizo shopping street (巣鴨地蔵通り商店街,sugamojizodorisyoutengai) is chosen the most popular shopping street 2006 in Japan. There are over 200 stores. There are a famous Jizo senbei(rice crackers). This shopping street is the favorite street especially for seniors. You can try many Japanese food and snacks. Oobanyaki is the coin look like pancake. Be careful in side of the chocolate is very hot. If you think Shibuya is too stylish, Visit here. This is the real Japan. The street is about half mile long.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Sugamo is a neighborhood in Toshima, Tokyo, Japan. It is well known for Jiz?-d?ri, a popular shopping street for the older generation. It lies at the crossing point of the JR Yamanote railway line, and national road route Route 17.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Yamanote line (JR) to Sugamo Station. (19 minutes)
2. walk north west (5 minute)yes147http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nippori_sum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL008.flv.jpgNippori walking aroundNippori (日暮里) Let see what we are going to find. You will never know what you will find in this video. There is Japanese style motel. There is Japanese cemetery. Japanese family shares one thumb because it is dedicated the whole family line. Nippori has also Yanaka Ginza. Not like the other Ginza, it very classical kind of shopping street. There is Chonmage imo, which is a cookie made by sweet potato and black beans. It has the shape is the same shape of hair style of Smo wrestler or samurai. There are so many Japanese classical houses.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Nippori literally means "place where the sun set," named in 18th century, because in this amazing city, once you started playng, whole day just went by.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Yamanote line (JR) to Nippori Station. (11 minutes)
2. walk west (1 minute)yes185http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyosumi_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA003.flv.jpgHanami at Kiyosumi ParkThis is Kiyosumi Park (清澄公園, kiyosumikouen). If you wanna do hanami as a family activity, this is the place.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Kiyosumi Park is a small park, equipped with artificial river, artificial pond, some playground-field, and athletic facility. There are several sakura trees in the park. There are not many sakura trees, so naturally there not many people in the park in sakura season; the fact that you can enjoy sakura without not too many people can be attractive to some.
Next to this park is "Kiyosumi-Teien," which is famous large park.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Marunouchi line (metro) to Ootemachi Station. (1 minute)
2. use Tozai line (metro) to Monzen-nakamachi Station. (6 minites)
3. walk north (15 minutes)yes33http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukagawa_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA002.flv.jpgHanami at FukagawaThis is Fukagawa river (深川). If you want to see sakura without crowd or noise, this is the place.
<b>Tourist info: </b> Fukagawa is located in the Koto ward, Tokyo. Inside Fukagawa is a very famous Buddhism temple "Fukagawa Fudo-son." Many Japanese and foreigners visit the temple.
Fukagawa literally means "deep river," which is not exactly true for this river. Alongside of the river, there are many sakuras planted.
<b>Access: </b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Marunouchi line (metro) to Ootemachi Station. (1 minute)
2. use Tozai line (metro) to Monzen-nakamachi Station. (6 minites)
3. walk north (10 minutes)yes66http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chidorigafuchi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA004.flv.jpgHanami at ChidorigafuchiThis is a Chidorigafuchi (千鳥が淵). It's conveniently located at the center of Tokyo; right next to the imperial palace.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Chidorigafuchi is a very popular hanami spot. It’s a moat around the Imperial palace, and Alongside of it are so many sakura trees. Along the moat, there are parks, streets, and passes, so you can enjoy sakura blossoms from anywhere you like.
No alcohol permitted.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Marunouchi line (metro) to Ootemachi Station. (1 minute)
2. use Hanzomon line (metro) to Hanzomon Station. (7 minites)
3. walk north-east (5 minutes)yes77http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otonashi_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA005.flv.jpgHanami at Otonashi ParkThis is Otonashi park (音無公園, otonashikouen). There is an artificial river in the park, and it's very relaxing.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Otonashi Park (Otonashi-Shinsui-Park) is right next to Ouji Station. There was a Otonashi-river in this region in the past. The river and the bank of the river were well known for the beautiful sight. Today, the river flows in different region, but people tried to keep the sight; thus created the Otonashi Park.
The name Otonashi-Shinsui-Park literally means "Otonashi Warter Friendly park." As the name suggest, the artificial river through the park is the most famous attraction; in the summer time, children are playing around in the river.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Keihin-tohoku line (JR) to Oji Station. (18 minute)
2. walk north-west (2 minutes)yes45http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/harimazaka_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA006.flv.jpgHanami at HarimazakaThis is Bunkyo Hanami festival (文京さくら祭り, bunkyosakuramatsuri). If you want to do hanami in street style, this is the place.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Harimazaka, or Harimazaka Sakura Namiki, is a street in Bunkyo ward. many sakura trees are planted in the Center and both sides of this street.
In the season of hanami, people come together packed lunch with mat and packed lunch packed lunch, make party and enjoy flower.
The sakura trees are well visible from the car in the street. In the season, you can also enjoy drive-through hanami.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Marunouchi line (metro) to Myogadani Station. (11 minute)
2. walk east (8 minutes)yes64http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asukayama_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA007.flv.jpgHanami at Asukayama parkAsukayama park (飛鳥山公園, asukayamakouen) is very authentic hanami spot.
Asukayama Park, also known as Oji Park (王子公園, ojikouen), is located at the Kita-ward of Tokyo. It’s famous for sakura trees. The park was created by Edo-era Shogun Yoshimune in early 18th centery. The purpose of the park was just to be a good hanami spot.
Later, in 1873, the park was designated to be one of the first parks in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Aside sakura, there are many ericaceae and hydrangea in the park, too.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Keihin-tohoku line (JR) to Oji Station. (18 minute)
2. walk south (6 minutes)yes93http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inokashira_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA008.flv.jpgHanami at Inokashira parkThis is Inokashira park (井の頭公園, inokashirakouen). You can enjoy hanami at night, and that's true hanami. It's very energetic.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Inokashira Park is a park located in the cities of Musashino and Mitaka in Tokyo, Japan.
Inokashira pond and the Kanda water supply, which were established during the Edo period, were the primary sources of the Kanda water supply. The pond is the source of the Kanda River.
This area of land was given to Tokyo City at the time of Emperor Taish? in 1913. The park later opened under the name Inokashira Onshi K?en on May 1, 1918, which can be translated as, "Inokashira Imperial Gift Park." Thus, the park was considered a gift from the Japanese emperor to the general public.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Chuo line (JR) to Kichijoji Station. (27 minute)
3. walk south (2 minutes)yes91http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hitsujiyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL001.flv.jpgSibaSakura in the Hitsujiyama parkHitsujiyama Park (羊山公園, Hitsujiyamakouen) has the hill of Siba-Sakura. This hill is covered various kinds of Siba-Sakura, and those colors form unique textures which represent Japanese festival. Many people bring their own lunch and enjoy pick-nick here in flowers.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Hitsujiyama park is the flower hill covered by Phlox Subulata L, called Shiba Sakura in Japanese. Because the shape of the flower is look like Cherry blossom, it called grass sakura. There are 8 kinds of colors, every year they create the unique texture.
Fee:300 yen for adult.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya St.
1. use JR Saikyo Line to Kawagoe St. (18 min.)
2. use JR Kawagoe Line to Higashihano St. (37 min.)
3. use Seibu Ikebukuro Line to Seibuchichibu St. (58 min.)
4. walk south east (15 min.)yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuji_koyodai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL002.flv.jpgMt Fuji from KoyodaiKoyodai (紅葉台) is the best spot of Mt. Fuji located at the small mountain north of Mt. Fuji. There is a 360 degree panorama view tower which you can see Mt. Fuji, Fuji Forest, and all of Fuji Five Lakes. In autumn, entire Fuji Forest become a great autumn colors. Koyodai was chosen the best 150 spot of autumn colors in Japan. You can drive up to the view tower, but its a great mountain for hiking.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. Use local bus to Koyo-dai (30 min.)
2. walk toward the north hill (45 min.)yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lk_shoji_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL003.flv.jpgLake Shoji SummarizedLake Shoji (精進湖) is the one of the five lakes around Mt. Fuji, it is the smallest lake. Lake Shoji is literary means lake for cleaning your body. People used to come here wash their body to prepare themselves to climb up the Mt. Fuji. In Lake Shoji, you can enjoy very peaceful and quiet retreat.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Lake Shoji has great characters for all season. You can enjoy sight seeing any time. The View of Lake Shoji is introduced "Asian Switzerland" as the great summer vacation place in the world. You can enjoy boat riding and canoeing. Also, it's great place for fishing.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. Use local bus to Shojiko (35 min.)yes92http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lk_motosu_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL005.flv.jpgSummary of Lake MotosuLake Motosu (本栖湖, Motosuko) is the one of the five lakes around Mt.Fuji. It's the clearest and the deepest lake of all of five. Lake Motosu is very popular spot for wind-surfing. In the back of Mt.Fuji is printed Mt. Fuji. And That Mt.Fuji is Mt.Fuji from Lake Motosu.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Lake Motosu has great hotels and learning centers because the view of Mt.Fuji is beautiful. Also, there are many camping spots and other leisure places. Fishing, Scuba diving, yacht and wind surfing is the major sports in Lake Motosu. In autumn, you can enjoy colored leaves.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. Use local bus to Motosuko (40 min.)yes94http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_fuji_5th/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL004.flv.jpgThe Middle point of Mt FujiThe 5th Station of Mt. Fuji (富士五合目, fuji gogome) is the halfway to the top. Mt. Fuji is the highest Mountain in Japan and most beautiful mountain in the world, and also easiest to climb because you can drive up until here. There are many tourists coming from all over the world. It Middle of May, there is still snow. It's very cold. From the 5th station, you can watch all Fuji 5 lakes: Lake Yamanaka, Lake Kawaguchi, Lake Sai, Lake Shoji and Lake Motosu.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
The 5th station of Mt. Fuji is the departure point for climbing up the top of Mt.Fuji. There are restaurants and gift shops.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. Use local bus to 5th Station (50 min.)yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lk_sai_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL006.flv.jpgLake Sai SummarizedLake Sai (西湖, Saiko) is the one of the five lakes around Mt.Fuji, and it's the second smallest lake. This lake is very small compare to the other lakes, that's why not many people come around here, and that's why it's so quiet. West side of Lake Sai lays Fuji forest. Fuji forest is the deepest forest in Japan. Once you get in, you never get out. That's why many people commit suicide.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Because Lake Sai is the favorite place for summer camps and training, many hotels have various kinds of facilities such as tennis coat, music hole, gymnasium. There are also many exciting caves.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. Use local bus to Saiko (30 min.)yes91http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lk_kawaguchi_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL007.flv.jpgLake Kawaguchi SummarizedLake Kawaguchi (河口湖, kawaguchiko) is the one of the five lakes around Mt. Fuji. It is the second biggest lakes, and it has longest shore line. A lot of family activities take place in Lake Kawaguchi. Lake Kawaguchi is the famous destination for family trip, so there many hotels around.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Lake Kawaguchiko is the most famous of the five lakes for vacation. A large number of hotels line its banks, as do locals providing boat rides to the tourists. Also, there is one of the most famous amusement parks, Fujikyu Highland which is featuring one of the world's highest roller coasters. Many local cultural events are run near this lake throughout the year. Especially, Kawaguchiko firework is the major even for the summer.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. walk north (10 min.)yes173http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinjuku_skyscraper/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL009.flv.jpgShinjuku SkyscraperShinjuku (新宿) is the 2nd downtown Tokyo which has some of the tallest buildings in Japan. If you like skyscrapers, check out the Shinjuku buildings.
<b>Tourist info: </b>
2nd downtown Tokyo is located Westside of Shinjuku Station. There is Tokyo Metropolitan Government and its building. The skyscrapers are Japanese version of Manhattan, New York. On the weekday, it is very crowded with a full of business people, but on the weekend, it is very quiet. 2nd downtown Tokyo is a giant artificial forest of building.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Chuoline (JR) to Shinjuku (13 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)yes100http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zenpukuji_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL010.flv.jpgZenpukuji parkZempukuji Park (善福寺公園, zenpukujikouen) has two ponds. In these ponds, there are many water plants and flowers, and many many lotus. A lot of creatures including various kinds of wild birds live in this park. Zempukuji park is too nature packed to be in Tokyo. The ponds in the park were two of the major water supply for Tokyo in the past. These ponds were dig by Yoritomo who was the first Shogun to start a government. There is a shrine to which people used to pray for rain.
You can enjoy riding boats, and enjoy BBQ in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many play equipments like swing and slide. Zempukuji Park is the nice place for family activities. You can watch interesting wild birds.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Chuo line (JR) to Ogikubo(24 min.)
2. use Sobu line(JR) to Nishiogikubo(3 min.)
3. walk north west (15 min.)yes189http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/myoshoji_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL011.flv.jpgMyoshoji ParkMyoshoji Park (妙正寺公園, myoshojikouen) has a pond and a fountain. In this park, you can watch a lot of wild birds. (Don't feed the birds, there are already too many of them.) It is a nice park to bring the kids.
<b>Tourist info: </b>
There are nice fountains. It has a wide play ground and play equipments like swings and slides.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Chuo line (JR) to Ogikubo(24 min.)
2. walk north (15 min.)yes98http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/musashiseki_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL012.flv.jpgMusashiseki ParkMusashiseki Park (武蔵関公園, musashisekikouen) is the 100 years old park. Park is formed around a Musashiseki pond. Many wild birds live and nest in the park. There are two islands in the pond: Ashino-shima and Matsuno-shima. These islands offer good nests for the wild birds in the whole Tokyo area. You can enjoy ridding a boat in this pond. There are one hundred species of trees in this park.
<b>Tourist info: </b>
You can enjoy fishing and bird watching. There are some spots where you can play with water. Ridding boat costs very low. Because there are many kinds of trees, this park shows many characteristics for each season.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Chuo line (JR) to Shinjuku(15 min.)
2. use Yamanote line(JR) to Takadanobaba(5 min.)
3. use Seibu Shinjuku line(JR) to Higashifushimi(31 min.)
4. walk south east (2 min.)yes156http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/summary_shinagawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL013.flv.jpgShinagawa SummarizedShinagawa Station (品川駅) is the first railway station in Japan, and still one of the major terminal stations. Shinkansen (bullet train) stops at Shinagawa St. And Shinagawa St. is very close to Haneda Airport. That's why many people use this Station. Shinagawa is also a major business district. Shinagawa is the first stop for foreign business people. So, there are many hotels here.
<b>Tourist info: </b>
Shinagawa is the first major station south of Tokyo Station. It is known as the southern gateway to Tokyo. Despite its name, it is not located in Shinagawa Ward but just to the north in Minato Ward.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Yamanote (JR) to Shinagawa (11 min.)yes98http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinagawa_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL014.flv.jpgShinagawa ParkShinagawa Kumin Park (品川区民公園, shinagawakuminkouen) is a one of the biggest parks in Shinagawa ward. There is a pond and this pond water come directly from Tokyo bay. Water, sand and pine-trees: the scenery of this pond mimics the Shinagawa beach which hash vanished decades ago. In this park you can enjoy exercises, like walking, jogging or cycling. You can barrow a bicycle for free (but you have to come here before 4 o'clock). There are signs in this park which show you how to exercise. If you are looking for a place to jog, come to Shinagawa Kumin Park.
<b>Tourist info: </b>
Shinagawa kumin park offers Shinagawa Aquarium. You can enjoy aquarium, and spend the rest of the day at the park.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Keihin-Tohoku (JR) to Shinagawa (12 min.)
2. use Keikyu Honsen to Oomori-Kaigan (11 min.)
3. walk north east (2 min.)yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gotenyama_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL015.flv.jpgGotenyama GardenGotenyama Garden (御殿山ガーデン) is very close from Shinagawa Station. It is a very small garden, but very quiet and relaxing.
<b>Tourist info: </b>
Gotenyama Garden is a garden located within the Gotenyama Hills. In the hills, there are hotels, restaurants, offices and shops. The place is very little known by non-locals, so there usually are very few people in the garden.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Yamanote (JR) to Shinagawa (12 min.)
2. walk south (12 min.)yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/odaiba_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL016.flv.jpgOdaiba SummarizedOdaiba (お台場), one of the latest entertainment places, has been developed in last 10 years. Odaiba beach is the closest beach from Tokyo downtown, and many events are held here. Odaiba is not just a beach; it also has entertainments: like shopping, amusement spot, and restaurant. Japanese loves convenience. Convenience Store is conveniently located right next to the beach. There is a world famous statue of liberty in Odaiba, too. Japanese largest TV Station is also here in Odaiba.
<b>Tourist info: </b>
Odaiba (sometimes known as Daiba and sometimes referred to as the Tokyo Teleport Town) is a large artificial island in Tokyo Bay, Japan.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Yamanote (JR) to Shinbashi (3 min.)
2. use Yurikamome to Odaiba Kaihin Koen (13 min.)yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/roppongi_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL017.flv.jpgRoppongi SummarizedRoppongi (六本木) is located right between Shibuya and Ginza. Roppongi is very popular spot for foreign travelers. Roppongi was very famous town even before World War II. However, right after the World War II, US army took over the place, and rebuilt the town to entertain foreigners. Around 80s to 90s, Roppongi has become THE night spot in Japan. Discos and Clubs were everywhere. Today, many businesses are established here in Roppongi. So, it's not just a night town anymore, but also a place to live, work, study and enjoy. Roppongi has two major sightseeing spots: the Roppongi Hills and the Tokyo Midtown.
<b>Tourist info: </b>
Roppongi is an area famous as home to the rich Roppongi Hills area, an active night club scene, and a relatively large presence of Western tourists and expatriates.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Yamanote (JR) to Yurakucho(1 min.)
2. use Hibiya-line(metro) to Roppoingi(8 min.)yes116http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zushi_hanabi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA001.flv.jpgFireworks at ZushiJuly 7
19:45~20:30
Zushi (逗子) is the one of the popular beach around Tokyo area. Its Fire Work Festival has various kinds of fire works including the Starmine Joggling which are the one of the major fire works. Air Niagara is the another popular one is Zushi Fire works. Many shops and catering open on beach on this festival. Local Stores and restaurants sale drinks and food for this festival. On the beach, there are many catering. The stage is very near from Zushi Station. Compare to the other fire works festival, the traffic is very low.
85,000 visitors
5,000 Fire Works
<b>Access:</b>
0. at Kamakura St.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Zushi (6 min.)yes210http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arakawa_hanabi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA002.flv.jpgFireworks at Arakawa RiverJuly 26 19:15~20:45
This year, Adachi Fire Works presents "Night Circus of Dancing Light." This Fire Works Festival use PA to play music which create great harmony with fire works. There are 4 sessions: 1. Joggling Light and Sound. 2.Magic of time and space. 3.Unlimited Air Performance. 4. Air Circus. Niagara Waterfall is the one of their major fire works. It has great ending with 2,000 fire works in 10 seconds. The festival held at the riverside, so there are huge view space. One of the great fire work festival to do party. On the street between the stage and Kitasenju Station, there are about 50 catering stores which you can buy Yakisoba, Okonomiyaki, Takoyaki, beer and other food and drinks. No restroom around the stage.
580,000 visitors
12,000 fire works
<b>Access: </b>
0. Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote to Nishi-Nippori Station (12 min.)
2. use Chiyoda line (Tokyo Metro) (6 min.)
3. walk north to Area river (10 min.)yes195http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sumida_hanabi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA003.flv.jpgFireworks at Sumidagawa RiverJuly 28 19:10~20:30
Sumida River Fire Works (隅田川花火大会) has the one of the longest history of Fire Works. It started 273 years ago in Edo Period. There are two stages to fire 22,000 fire works in to the sky. In the 1st stage, there is Fire Works competition. 10 major fire works companies joined this competition. Each year, many fire works creators bring their new fire works. In the 2nd Stage, you can enjoy great fire work performances. This festival finished with about 3,000 Starmines at one time. Traffic will be control for this festival. All street around the stage will be only pedestrian. You can have a sheet on the street, so find your best spot for the greatest fire works.About 1 million visitors will visit this fire work festival. If you want to keep the better view spot, you might have to visit 3 hours before the show starts. 1,000,000 visitors
22,000 fire works
<b>Access: </b>
0. From Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote line to Kanda (2 min.)
2. use Ginza Line(metoro) to Asakusa (10 min.) 3. walk north (10 min.)yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamakura_hanabi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA004.flv.jpgFireworks at KamakuraAugust 10 19:00~20:15
Kamakura Fire Works is one of the unique Fire Works Festival in Japan. It has Water Fire Works which explode on the water. They create beautiful half ball fire works which look like great lotus on the water. The Combination with the high speed Starmines and water fire works created the great art work in the night sky. Yuigahama (Kamakura beach) has long coastal line, so you can find the nice view point easily. Beach is widely opened, so you will always find great view spot. However, after the festival, Kamakura Station will be jammed. You might have to stay some other place to wait it out. There are many catering around the station, but no many around the stage. So, it' better to buy drink and food before you take a spot.
270,000 visitors
2,900 fire works
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Kamakura St.
1. walk south (15 min.)yes161http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tamagawa_hanabi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA005.flv.jpgFireworks at Tamagawa RiverIn the concept of Waterfront, the fire works on this festival are mostly design to represent the beauty of water. The concept comes from the keep Tama river clean. Many fire works are colored blue and figure out the movement of water, such as rain, river. There are trick fire works which are designed by elementally school students. Many latest fire works are used in this festival and all of them are programed by computers. You will enjoy the cutting edge of the fire works festival.
12,000 including Kawasaki Fire Work Festival
<b>Access: </b>
0. Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi Line (Tokyo Metro) to Ootemachi Station (1 min.)
2. use Hanzomon Line (Tokyo Metro) to Futakotamagawa (26 min.)
3. walke north to Tama river (5 min.)yes304http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamakura_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL001.flv.jpgKamakura SummarizedKamakura is one of most popular cities in Japan, with a long and rich history. There are many temples and shrines in the city. Kamakura shows different faces for each season. This time, it’s summer. Komachi shopping street has many restaurants and gift shops. Kamakura became very famous around the end of 12th century because Kamakura was the capital of the first government opened by Shogun, MINAMOTO Yoritomo. Since Shogun became governor, Samurai flourished in Kamakura. The Buddhism (worshiped in the temples) and the Shintoism (worshiped in the shrines) became the basis of Samurai spirits. If you want to see the birth place of Samurai sprits, come visit Kamakura.
<b>Tourist info: </b>
Kamakura (鎌倉) is a city located in Kanagawa, Japan, about 50 km south-south-west of Tokyo. It was once a capital of Japan in Kamakura era, from 1185 to 1333.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Kamakura St.yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sasukeinari_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL002.flv.jpgSasuke Inari ShrineSasukeinarijinja (佐助稲荷神社) There is nice tunnel of many Toriis which are the gateway at the entrance to a Shinto shrine. It was built in the celebration of the Yoritomo's(The first Shogun who started a shogunate) great victory about in 1190. It was named after his childhood name.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Small shrine but there is a gift shop and restroom. Lead to the Great Buddha Hiking course.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura St.
1. walk west (15 min.)yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gotanda_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL018.flv.jpgGotanda SummarizedGotanda (五反田) is the one of the typical town in Tokyo. There are the internet cafe. There are arcades. There are Ramen restaurant. There are BBQ. There are Japanese style Bar & Grill. There are convenience stores. There are Pachinko. There are Karaoke box. You will find out at Gotanda what is the typical town in Tokyo.
Tourist info.
Gotanda is a busy but unfashionable neighborhood in the Shinagawa ward of Tokyo, Japan. The name "Gotanda" can be literally translated as "a (rice) paddy of half-hectare's size".
Access.
0. Start at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote line to Gotanda (15 min.)yes101http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurazukuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL002.flv.jpgKurazukuriKurazukuri (蔵造り,kurazukuri) There are many building from Edo period. They are still used for the restaurant and stores. Modern and Tradition coexist here. There is a time chime from several hundreds years ago. If you want to see Japanese classic buildings which are not just standing but they are actually working, come and visit Kurazukuri.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
The city, Kawagoe, is known locally as "Little Edo", or Koedo, after the old name for Tokyo, "Edo". Kuradukuri is the small district which many building from Edo period are preserved.
<b>Access.</b>
0. at Omiya St.
1. use JR Saikyo Line to Kawagoe St. (18 min.)
2. walk north (20 min.)yes185http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashiya_yokocho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL003.flv.jpgKashiya-YokochoKashiyayokocho is the small destrict dedicated to the Japanese sweets. You can check out almost all kinds of Japanese sweet from traditional sweets to modern sweets. Those price are very reasonable. Most of the traditional Japanese sweets are produced here in this place. So, they are very fresh. Some of the snacks are even bigger than American snacks. If you have a hunger for Japanese sweets, this is the great place to begin with.
Tourist Info.
Kawagoe is famous for its sweet potatoes, and on the local "Candy Street" one can find such treats as sweet potato chips, sweet potato ice cream, sweet potato coffee, and even sweet potato beer, brewed at the local Koedo Brewery.
Access.
0. at Omiya St.
1. use JR Saikyo Line to Kawagoe St. (18 min.)
2. walk north (30 min.)yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/xmas_marunouchi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL019.flv.jpgCristmas at MarunouchiMarunouchi (丸の内) is a commercial district of Tokyo located in Chiyoda between Tokyo Station and the Imperial Palace. The name, meaning "inside the circle", derives from its location within the palace's outer moat. It is a center of Japan's financial industry, as the country's three largest banks are headquartered there. The Marunouchi Building and New Marunouchi Building in front of Tokyo station are your best bet for a decent meal in the Marunouchi area, especially on the weekend when most other buildings are closed. Various restaurants from Italian to Hawaiian to Sushi are situated inside, but the bill may be a bit pricy for a casual lunch. Oazo is also the great shopping and eating.
In the Christmas season, all street will be decollated with thousands of lights and flowers.
<b>Tourist info:</b>
No Smoking on the street. The new Tokyo International Forum now stands on the site.
<b>Access:</b>
0. Tokyo Station
1. Exit on Marunouchi Enterence and walk west (2 seconds)yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiraito_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI001.flv.jpgShiraito WaterfallShiraito Waterfall (白糸の滝, shiraitonotaki) is in Shizuoka prefecture, located west side of Mt.Fuji. Shiraito Waterfall is about 60ft. height and 600ft. width. There are hundreds of small waterfalls and each of them look like a silk line. Shiraito means Silk thread. Water is coming from the ice of Mt. Fuji. In 1936, this waterfall is chosen a natural monument, and in 1990, it is chosen one of 100 best waterfalls in Japan. There are many gift shop around Shiraito Waterfall. Otodome Waterfall is right next to it.
<b>Tourist info:</b>
There are a couple of Hotels, camping place and a golf course.
<b>Access:</b>
0. at Fuji St.
1. take JR Minobu line to Fujinomiya (20 min.)
2. take bus to Shiraito no Taki (30 min.)yes155http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otodome_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI002.flv.jpgOtodome WaterfallOtodome Waterfall (音止の滝, otodomenotaki) is in Sizuoka prefecture, located west side of Mt. Fuji. This waterfall is about 75ft. height, and 15ft width. Otodome Waterfall is one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. There is Shiraito Waterfall right next to it. The waterfall is named by a fairy tale which one samurai stopped its sound because he couldn't hear in the meeting. When he prayed, the waterfall stopped making sound. There are many gift shop around Shiraito Waterfall.
<b>Tourist info:</b>
There are a couple of Hotels, camping place and a golf course.
<b>Access:</b>
0. at Fuji St.
1. take JR Minobu line to Fujinomiya (20 min.)
2. take bus to Shiraito no Taki (30 min.)yes116http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/narusawa_ice_cave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL008.flv.jpgNarusawa Ice CaveNarusawa Ice Cave (鳴沢氷穴, narusawahyoketsu) is the cave formed by Lava from Mt.Fuji, located in Aokigahara Jukai(the Sea of Forest). The average temperature is about 37F for all year. The cave is covered with ice all year, and also icicle are every where. An icicle sometimes grown up 90ft. long and 1.5 ft. wide. The entire cave is 450ft. Narusawa Ice Cave is one of natural monuments.
<b>Tourist info:</b>
Entrance fee:200 yen
<b>Access:</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. use local bus to Narusawa Hyoketsu (25 min.)yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fugaku_wind_cave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL009.flv.jpgFugaku Wind CaveFugaku Wind Cave (富岳風穴, fugakufuketsu) is the cave formed by Lava from Mt.Fuji, located in Aokigahara Jukai(the Sea of Forest). The average temperature is about 37F for all year, so this cave was used for a cold storage for silkworms. It is about 600ft. length and 27ft. height. Somehow, there is no echo sound in this cave even though such a closed cave. There is ice wall. Fugaku Wind Cave is one of natural monuments.
<b>Tourist info:</b>
Entrance fee:200 yen
<b>Access:</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. use local bus to Fugaku Fuketsu (25 min.)yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hossawa_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL021.flv.jpgHossawa WaterfallHossawa Waterfall (佛沢の滝, hossawanotaki) is one of the major spot of Hinohara village. It has 4 steps 180ft. height and in the winter it will be completely frozen up. In the summer, it will be lighten up during the Water Waterfall festival. In the basin, people believed a giant serpent lives. Hossawa Waterfall is one of 100 best waterfalls in Japan.
<b>Tourist info:</b>
There are Restroom and couple of resturants. About 10 minits eazy hiking from the enterence to the waterfall.
<b>Access:</b>
0. at Tachikawa St.
1. take JR Ome line to Haijima (11min)
2. take JR Itsukaichi line to Musasi Itsukaichi
3. take bus to Hossawa no taki 20 min.yes154http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hinohara_villeage/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL022.flv.jpgHinohara VillageHinohara Village (檜原村, hinoharamura) is located west side of Tokyo. More than 90% of the village is forest and mountain.
There are many headwaters into Aki River which is one of the source river of Tama River. Most of those headwaters have water waterfalls, and some of those waterfalls frozen up completely in the winter. There are many hiking courses. In some view spots, there is a great view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist info:</b>
Only village in Tokyo (except Tokyo southern islands). There are many public restroom, motels, restaurants, and gift shops. For the hiking tourist, there are many bus tours coming from Tokyo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tachikawa St.
1. take JR Ome line to Haijima (12min)
2. take JR Itsukaichi line to Musashiitsukaichi (17min)
3. take bus to Hinohara (20min)yes357http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aya_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL024.flv.jpgAya WaterfallAya Waterfall (綾滝, ayadaki) is very misterious waterfall. It has about 75 ft. height. Water waterfall very slowly and silently. The waterfall looks like a twilled cloth. Water become boubles at the end of the waterfall, this waterfall also called as bouble waterfall.
<b>tour info</b>
There is Tengu Waterfall on the way, and there is Tuzuraiwa which is one of the national monument of Japan toward to Otake mountain. There is restroom at the enterence, but you must walk on hiking road to see this waterfall.
<b>access</b>
0. at Tachikawa St.
1. take JR Ome line to Haijima (12min)
2. take JR Itsukaichi line to Musashiitsukaichi (17min)
4. take bus to Sengoku (20min)
5. walk to the montain (40 min.)yes102http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryujin_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL023.flv.jpgDragon WaterfallDragon Waterfall (龍神の滝, ryujinnotaki) is about 54 ft. height, and located right next to Aki river. Like other waterfalls, this waterfall has many seasonable faces. In the old time, people believed that a giant snake lived in the basin of a waterfall. It was looked like Dragon when the snake capture the wild animals. That how people start call this waterfall Dragon Waterfall.
<b>Tour info</b>
Easy to see it, hard to find it. Only 2 min. from parking place.
<b>access:</b>
0. at Tachikawa St.
1. take JR Ome line to Haijima (12min)
2. take JR Itsukaichi line to Musashiitsukaichi (17min)
3. take bus to Kazuma (30min)
4. walk to the montain (40 min.)yes204http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tanuki_lake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI003.flv.jpgLake TanukiLake Tanuki (田貫湖, tanukiko) is in Shizuoka prefecture, located west side of Mt. Fuji. From Take Tanuki you will get a great view of Mt. Fuji. Between April 20th and August 20th, Sun rises at the top of Mt. Fuji from the view of Lake Tanuki. This phenomenon is called “Diamond Head”, and Many photographer visit Late Tanuki to take a great Diamond Head.” Also, there are camping space, and people joy fishing, boat-riding, and cycling.
<b>Tourist info:</b>
Lake Tanuki is located in Fujinomiya city, Shizuoka. Fujinomiya is famous for yakisoba noodles.
<b>Access:</b>
0. at Fuji St.
1. take JR Minobu line to Fujinomiya (20 min.)
2. take bus to Lake Tanuki (55 min.)yes126http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ikegami_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA009.flv.jpgHanami at Ikegami GardenIkegamibaien (池上梅園) There are 370 Ume (Plum Tree), 800 azaleas, and about 50 other kinds of trees in this garden. On Feburary to March, Ume will blossom and gives great colors of flowers. This garden also has tee room, traditional dinning, lighthouse, and pound.
<b>Tourist Info:</b>
100 yen for enterence fee. You need to make a reservation for using the tea room.
<b>Access:</b>
0. Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote to Gotanda (10 min.)
2. use Toei Asakusa Line to Nishikomagome (7 min.)
4. walk south (10 min.)yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoshino_baigo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL025.flv.jpgYoshino BaigoYoshino Baigo (吉野梅郷, yoshinobaigo) is one of the most famous Ume (Plum Flower) spot. There are 25,000 Plum Trees in this town. In the period of plum blossom, many events, such as a parade, live music, local ceremony, Nou dance show, will be hold. Ume is planted all over in this town. There is a park called Ume park which has 2,500 Ume trees. You can enjoy White plum, Red plum, Pink plum, and all kinds of Ume trees in this town.
<b>Tourist Info:</b>
Ume Park, the one of the main Ume spot in this town, has 2,500 verious kinds of Ume trees. Between the end of Feburary to the end of March, it will charge 100 yen for enterence.
<b>Access:</b>
0. at Tachikawa St.
1. use JR Ome Line to Ome (32 min.)
2. take JR Ome Line to Hinatawada (5 min)
3. walk east (15 min.)yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_at_senzokuike/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA011.flv.jpgHanami at Senzoku Pond ParkSenzoku Pond (洗足池, senzokuike) was founded around Edo period. It is one of the great Hanami spots in Tokyo. There are about 200 sakura are planted. There is boat pier so you can enjoy boat riding. In the spring, many fair stalls are opened, so you can enjoy great Hanami even without bringing any food.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There are restaurant. No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR KeihinTohoku line to Gotanda (15 min.)
2. use Tokyu Ikegami line to Senzokuike (9 min.)
3. walk North (2 min.)yes158http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koganei_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA012.flv.jpgKoganei ParkKoganei Park (小金井公園, koganeikouen) is one of the best 100 Sakura spots in Japan. The park was establish for 2600 years anniversary of the empire. There are many institutions and facilities for many kinds of sports and activities. There are about 50 kinds 1800 Sakura are planted, and Hanami period many events held in this park.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There are Baseball field, Tennis coat, Archery range, cycling course, Edo building garden, and total gym.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Musashikoganei (35 min.)
2. use Seibu Bus to Koganei Koen Nishiguchi (5 min.)yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sumida_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL026.flv.jpgSumida ParkSumida Park (墨田公園, shumidakouen) is one of the best 100 Sakura Spots in Japan located right next to Sumida River. There are about 1000 Sakura planted along with the riverside. Those Sakura make beautiful flower tunnel in Spring. During the Hanami period which is between end of March to middle of April, there are a lot of ceremonies or events, such as traditional dance, music or Nursery rhyme song. Also, there many Yatai which sell food, toys or snacks in this time.
<b>Tourist Info:</b>
There are parking. Also, nice to see Sakura from Sea Bus. There is the one of the biggest Fireworks in summer.
<b>Access:</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote line to Ueno (6 min.)
2. take Ginza line to Asakusa (5 min.)
3. walk to east (5 min.)yes134http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/syasui_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL003.flv.jpgSyasui WaterfallSyasui Waterfall (洒水の滝, syasuinotaki) is one of the best 100 waterfalls and water in
Japan. It's also chosen as one of the best 50 sight seeing
spots in Kanagawa. It is about 350 ft. height. The waterfall is
very famous for religious austerities. On July, there is a
big festival also known as Fire Festival. The Waterfall is
located in the beautiful mountain. There are many hiking
courses are nearby.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are public restroom and free parking. Hotels and
restaurant opens. No charge for viewing.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kōzu St..
1. take Gotenba Line to Yamakita (23 min.)
2. walk south west (30 min.)yes109http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/enoshima_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL004.flv.jpgEnoshima SummarizedEnoshima (江の島) is a small island, about 4 km in circumference. Adjacent to the closest beach to Tokyo and Yokohama, the island and the nearby coast are the hub of a popular resort area. The street that leads from the Enoden and Monorail Station to the beach has souvenir shops and surfer accessories shops.
<b>tourist Info.</b>
Enoshima is blessed with the abundant beauty of
nature and sea. It's free to enter the island. Also acessible by car.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura St.
1 use Enoden to Enoshima (24 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.)yes290http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagao_toge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL005.flv.jpgNagao Mt. PassNagao toge (長尾峠 mt. pass) is located right between Shizuoka Prefecture and Kagawa Prefecture where you can have great views of Mt. Fuji.
This area is one of the three best mountain pass view of Mt.Fuji. There are many hiking courses attached with this pass. Because the traffic is low, you will have great driving here and having a great view of Mt.Fuji with quiet moment.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are a few parking spots to hiking courses. In the case you need a bathroom, there is a couple of Tea stores in this pass.
<b>access</b>
You need a car to get here.
0. at Kōzu St..
1. take rout 138 to Hakone (30 min.)
2. take 736 south (20 min.)yes142http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/china_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL006.flv.jpgChina Town in YokohamaYokohama Chinatown (横浜中華街) is located in Yokohama, Japan. Just south of Tokyo. It has about 150 years of history. Yokohama Chinatown is the largest Chinatown not only in Japan but also in Asia (larger than Chinatowns in both Kobe and Nagasaki) and it is one of the largest in the world. There are over 200 restaurants alone (other shops are not included for this number).
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Over 500 restaurants, food shops, and gift shops. Chinese Temples are also here.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. take JR Keihintohoku Line to Ishikawacho (42min.)yes274http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/the_jha_bar/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/RB001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/RB001.flv.jpgThe Jha BARThe Jha BAR is the one of the best beer bar in Japan, located Kanda, Tokyo. The Jha BAR has the all kinds of world beer including house beer and local beers of Japan.
If you believe you know all beers of your country, visit here. They will still offer you the beer which you've never seen.
You can actually enjoy drinking beer like Sushi, which means the bartender will serve you various kinds of beers, light, strong, dark, white, sweet, sour with their great choice of beers.
They have also great food which really match with beer you ordered.
<b>access</b>
0. Tokyo Station
1. take JR Yamanote line to Kanda (2min.)
2. walk Northwest (4min.)yes352http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/marukami_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL004.flv.jpgMarukami WaterfallMarugami Waterfall (丸神の滝)is one of the 100 best waterwaterfalls in Japan and only one in Saitama Prefecture. It has about 76m (230 feet) height. Because the waterfall is not so popular, nature around the waterfall is still preserved. Not like standard water waterfall, Marugami Waterfall does not have much amount of water falling. So, the waterfall is very quiet and beautiful.
<b>Tourist Infomation</b>
There are camping area at the entrance, restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya St.
1. use JR Saikyo Line to Kawagoe St. (18 min.)
2. use JR Kawagoe Line to Higashihano St. (37 min.)
3. use Seibu Ikebukuro Line to Seibuchichibu St. (58 min.)
4. Walk to Ohanabatake St. (6min.)
5. take Chichibu Line to Sanpoguchi (20min.)
6. take Ogano bus to Takimae (40min.)
7. walk (10min.)yes195http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mitsuike_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA010.flv.jpgHanami at Mitsuike ParkMitsuike Park (三ッ池公園, mitsuikekouen) is the one of the 100 best Hanami spots in Japan. Mitusike means three ponds. In this park, there are 78 kinds 1,600 sakura. This park is also chosen as best 50 Bird watching place in Kanagawa. So, many wild birds live in this ponds. One of the best bird watching place nearby Tokyo. Many people enjoy hanami in Spring.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
The park has base ball field, tennis courts, and pool.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. take JR Keihintohoku Line to Tusrumi (26min.)
2. walk north-west (20min.)yes280http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamashita_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL007.flv.jpgYamashita ParkYamashita Park (山下公園, yamashitakouen) is located right next to Yokohama China Town. The Park is attached Yokohama Port, so in Night time, you would have a great night scene of Minato Mirai 21 which is the one of the best night scenes in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking and restroom are available. There are many benches for viewing the port.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. take JR Keihintohoku Line to Kannai (41min.)
2. walk east (10min.)yes67http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chichibu_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL005.flv.jpgChichibu ShrineChichibu Shrine (秩父神社, chichibujinja) is the one of the oldest Shrine for Eastern Area. The Shrine has over 1000 years of history started from 878 a.c.e. Most famous event of the shrine is Chichibu Yomatsuri (Chichibu Night Festival) which is the three most important cultural mountain festivals of Japan.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Parking is available. Chichibu Night Festival at December 3.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya St.
1. use JR Saikyo Line to Kawagoe St. (18 min.)
2. use JR Kawagoe Line to Higashihano St. (37 min.)
3. use Seibu Ikebukuro Line to Seibuchichibu St. (58 min.)
4. walk west (5 min.)yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukiware_waterfall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL001.flv.jpgFukiware FallFukiware Waterfall (吹割の滝, fukiwarenotaki) is one of the best 100 waterfalls in Japan, which has 7m (21ft.) height and 30m (90ft.) width. It is also the one of the National Monument of Japan. Because the fall has V-shaped and water falls from three different direction, it called Asian Niagara Fall. In the winter, the fall is frozen up completely, and lighted up. At the lower part of the fall there is another fall called Masutobi Waterfall (鱒飛の滝, masutobinotaki) which is also dynamic fall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many gift shop, hotels, and restaurants. You can find tour bus around Numata Station. Parking is also available.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station
1. take JR Ryoge Line to Shin-Maebashi (3 min.)
2. take JR Joetsu LIne to Numata (34 min.)
3. take bus to Fukiwarenotaki (45 min.)yes126http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fudo_waterfall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL002.flv.jpgFudo FallFudotaki (棚下不動滝)is one of the best 100 waterfalls in Japan, which has 37m (110ft.) height. It is located at a very tight rocky valley. Water falls from great rock table. The rocks around the falls, trees, and the fall create great harmony of nature beauty. It's sometimes used for ascetic practices for Buddhism.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There are rest room, parking, and Shrine at the fall.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station
1. take JR Ryoge Line to Shin-Maebashi (3 min.)
3. take JR Joetsu Line to Tsukuda (22 min.)
4. walk route 255 (30 min.)yes127http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/usaburo_kokeshi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL003.flv.jpgUsaburo KokeshiUsaburo Kokeshi (卯三郎こけし) is the Japanese traditional doll "Kokeshi" shop and manufacturer in Gunma Prefecture. The founder Mr. Usaburo Okamoto has designed and produced Kokeshi. Not only producing traditional style of Kokeshi, Mr. Usaburo has been challenging new style of Kokeshi. Usaburo Kokeshies are the great harmony of traditional and modern style of Kokeshi which produced by the greatest designers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Large parking are available. There is studio tour and experience Kokeshi painting.
<b>Access</b>
0. Shin-Maebashi st.
1. take JR Joetsu Line to Shibukawa St. (14 min.)
2. take bus to Uedayotsukado (20 min.)
3. walk southwest (25 min.)yes349http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/joren_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI004.flv.jpgJoren FallJoren waterfall (浄蓮の滝, jorennotaki) is one of the best 100 waterfalls in Japan. It has about 25m(85 ft.) height and is located on the middle of Izu in Shizuoka Prefecture. Many waterfalls including Joren waterfall in Izu were made by Lava from Volcano. You could see those rocks made by lava. There is fishing spot and Wasabi shop around the fall. The wasabi is one of the famous wasabi made by pure water from the fall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are free parking space, gift shops and restroom. Also, you can visit fall by tour bus.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. take Izu-Hakone Line to Shuzenji Station (35 min.)
2. take Izu-Tokai Bus to Joren no taki (30 min.)yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nikai_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI005.flv.jpgNikai FallNikai waterfall (二階滝, nikaidaki) is one of the great waterfalls in Izu. The fall is located on very minor spots. However, there are great hiking course around the fall. If you are traveling around middle of Izu either by car or hiking, try this fall.
It has 20m (66 ft.) height. You can't access to the bottom, but there is a observatory space on the top.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking and restroom are available.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. take Izu-Hakone Line to Shuzenji Station (35 min.)
2. take Izu-Tokai Bus to Nikaitaki (43 min.)
3. walk North (15 min.)yes99http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amagi_tunnel/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI007.flv.jpgAmagi TunnelAmagi tunnel (旧天城トンネル) is one of the cultural treasure of Japan and also known as haunted tunnel. It has 445m (13,350 ft.) length and very dark even at the daytime. The tunnel makes strange echo sound when you talk. You might have a chance to see a ghost. It was made in 1903 and also one of the best 100 streets in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking and restroom are available.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. take Izu-Hakone Line to Shuzenji Station (35 min.)
2. take Izu-Tokai Bus to Amagitoge (40 min.)
3. walk East (20 min.)yes70http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawazu_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI006.flv.jpgKawazu NanadaruKawazu Nanadaru (河津七滝) is the one of the famous hot spring town in Izu. It has great seven waterfalls. Entire town is in the valley of Joint rocks (In geology the term joint refers to a fracture in rock) of lava. So, not only there are great waterfalls but also you can enjoy great sightseeing here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is hotel right next to Odaru (one of the seven falls). You can enjoy hot spring and watching the great waterfall at the same time.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. take Izu-Hakone Line to Shuzenji Station (35 min.)
2. take Izu-Tokai Bus to kawazunanadaru (43 min.)
3. walk North (15 min.)yes301http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokeiji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL009.flv.jpgTokeijiThe Shokozan Tokei-ji (松岡山東慶寺), also known as Kakekomi- dera (駆け込み寺) or Enkiri-dera (縁切り寺), is a Buddhist temple in the city of Kamakura in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. It is part of the Rinzai school of Zen's Engaku-ji branch, and was opened by Hojo Sadatoki in 1285. It is best known as an historic refuge for women who were abused by their husbands.
Tokei-ji is one of the 100 Eastern temples of flower.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
The temple has sculpture museum which has many national treasure arts. Also, it has experiencing Japanese tea ceremony. At any season, the temple has great flowers. Entrance fee: 100 yen and 300 yen for The museum. Open from 8:30 am to 17:00 pm.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line or Shonanshinjuk Line to Kitakamakura (3 min.)
2. walk south (4 min.)yes280http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamakura_daibutsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL008.flv.jpgKamakura DaibutsuKotoku-in (高徳院) is a Buddhist temple of the Pure Land sect in the city of Kamakura in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan.
The temple is renowned for the Great Buddha (大仏, daibutsu), a monumental outdoor bronze statue of Amida Buddha which is one of the most famous icons of Japan and the national treasure of Japan. The statue stands at 13.35m (45 ft.) high and weighs approximately 93 tons.
The statue probably dates from 1252, in the Kamakura period, when temple records report the construction of a bronze statue. However, it is unclear whether that is the present statue. The statue was built inside a wooden temple, but that building washed away in the tsunami of 20 September 1498 during the Muromachi period in the late fifteenth century. The statue remains.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Entrance fee: 200 yen. Open from 7:00 am to 17:30 pm. You can enter inside of daibutsu which you have to pay extra 20 yen. Only new years- eve, it open mid-night to see lighten up daibutsu.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use Enoden to Hase Station (9 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/genjiyama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL010.flv.jpgGenjiyama ParkGenjiyama Park (源氏山公園, Genjiyamakouen) is small mountain park located west side of Kamakura Station. There is Minamoto no Yoritomo (源頼朝) Stature who is the first Shogun who started the Government. The park is located on the Daibutsu hiking course from Kitakamakura to Daibutsu. There are many seasonable flowers like Sakura, Ajisai and other flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are restrooms and coke machines. Nice to have lunch at open space. However, be careful there are many wild birds which attack for food.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. walk west (30 min.)yes160http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/myojin_zan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL011.flv.jpgMt. MyojinMt. Myojin (明神山, Myojinyama) is one of the best spots to see Mt. Fuji. You can reach the top with Panoramadai/Sangokuyama Hiking course. You can also see great view of Lake Yamanaka. Panoramadai Hiking course is very open space but it has a sharp inclination.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
If you are not hiker, but you want to see the best view of Mt. Fuji. Drive up to Sangokutoge. There is parking for hikers. It will be only 30 min. hiking. However, the grade is even higher.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use Fujikyu Line to Fujiyoshida (5 min.)
2. use local bus to Sangokuyama Iriguchi (1 hr. 30 min.)
3. walk along the panorama/sangokuyama Hiking course (35 min.)yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_kaisei/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL011.flv.jpgAjisai Festa in KaiseiAjisainosato (アジサイの里) is the flower festival held by Kaiseimachi (開成町) on early June. There are more than 10,000 Ajisai (Hydrangea) in the town. At the festival, they have music ceremony, and food services. You can also buy Ajisai. Ajisai is very beautiful with rain. June in Japan is rainy season. So, if you had to cancel your schedule because of rain, visit Kaiseimachi to check out beautiful Ajisai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom. At the festival, you can enjoy fresh food made in Kaiseimachi. Festival is early June, but you can enjoy Ajisai at the end of June.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Gotenba Line to Matsuda (18 min.)
2. walk west (15 min.)yes248http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ono_yama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL012.flv.jpgMt. OnoMt. Ono (大野山, Onoyama) is one of the best 100 Mt. Fuji view spots in Kanto area. I has 753m high (2260 ft.)
This is the one of the great one day hiking course with great view of Mt. Fuji. Entire course is about 3 hrs. hiking. At the top of the mountain. You will have 360 view.
There is also caw farm on the top of the mountain. You can drink fresh milk.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can approach to the top by car. There are many parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station.
1. use JR Gotenba Line to Yamakita Station (26 min.)
2. use local bus to Onoyama Iriguchi (5 min.)
3. walk along with Onoyama Hiking course (2 hrs.)yes71http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/harajuku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL028.flv.jpgHarajukuHarajuku (原宿、竹下通り、原宿通り)
Harajuku is where the young and hip gather. All the young fashion starts here. One of the unique features of Harajuku is "Kawaii" (cute) fashion. On the bridge next to Harajuku station, there are many "Kawaii" Cosplayers. Takeshita Street has many hip clothing stores. You can see what is the latest fashion amongst young Japanese people here. Harajuku Street has many unique designer's shops like the Billionaire Boys Club.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Cosplayers can only be seen on weekends.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku Station (24 min.)yes234http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/summary_ryogoku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL029.flv.jpgRyogoku SummarizedRyogoku (両国) is the town of Sumo. It has Ryogoku Kokugikan (両国国技館) where the Tokyo Sumo competition is held. There are many Sumo related things, like their food restaurants, gift shops, and there are many Sumo Gyms in this town. Just walking around this town, you have a chance to meet Sumo wrestler, including Yokozuna. There are bronze statue and palm prints of all Yokozuna.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
In the season of Sumo competition, you can watch the match here. Grand ceremony is also held here in Ryogoku.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Akihabara station (4 min.)
2. use JR Sobu Line to Ryogoku (5 min.) yes142http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shibamata_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL030.flv.jpgShibamata SummarizedShibamata (柴又) is one of the best town where stimulate Japanese nostalgia. Shibamata is also very famous town because it was used for very famous Japanese movie "Otokowatsuraiyo." The town still keep the same figure of the movie, so if you know the movie, you will feel like you are in the movie.
In Taisyakuten-sando, there are many food stands and restaurants. Not just for the movie, but this street is also chosen as 100 best scenery in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There is festival around new years day. You will enjoy Japanese traditional carpenters action in this festival.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Nippori station. (4 min.)
2. use Keisei Line to Keisei Takasago station. (11 min.)
3. use Keisei Kanamachi Line to Shibamata. (3 min.) yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oshino/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL012.flv.jpgOshino VilleageOshino Village (忍野村, oshinomura) is one of the small village located next to Mt. Fuji. One of the great feature about this village is Soba (蕎麦). Because it has great pure water from Mt. Fuji, there are many great Soba shops in the village. Here, we introduce one of the Soba shop in Oshino, Maisen (名泉), one of the great Soba shops. Most of the Sobashop in Oshino, they have free tasting. Let's see how foreigners eat Soba.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is free tasting, but you should buy one Soba box after you eat their soba. The box is mostly price about 500 yen for 7 meals.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local bus to Oshinohakkai (20 min.) yes148http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hayato_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL013.flv.jpgHayato FallHayato Fall (早戸大滝, hayato otaki) is one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan, which located Mt. Tanzawa in Kanagawa prefecture. It has 50m (167ft.) high. Even the fall is chosen as 100 best waterfalls, because it is located in deep side of Mt. Tanzawa, not many people visit this fall. That's why this fall is also known as a visionary fall. One of the unique feature of the fall is the great rock covering the front side of the fall. You can only see the fall at the bottom of the fall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This is one of the hardest waterfall you could see in Japan. It requires river tracing. There is a kind of mountain road, but it's not conditioned well. You cannot see this fall after the heavy rain.
<b>Access</b>
You need a car to see this. Otherwise it requires 2 extra hours from Lake Miyagase. You can drive very deep side along with Hayato River. However, from the parking space to the fall, it requires one to two hours hard hiking. yes133http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/joeiji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL015.flv.jpgJoeiji TempleJoeiji (常栄寺) is also known as Botamochi Temple. The original temple was built around 13th century named after Myojyonichiei (妙常日栄). When Nichiren prosecuted by Buddhism because he was new way of teaching peace with Buddhism, vestal virgin of the temple gave him Botamochi, a springtime treat made with sweet rice and sweet azuki (red bean) paste, here. In this case, Nichiren won and successfully avoid the insulation from Buddhism. From this story, this temple and it's Botamochi became famous for good luck. After 700 years later, they still serve Botamochi on the same day, on September.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Very small temple, but there are many historical stuff.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. walk east (5 min.) yes133http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/myohonji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL016.flv.jpgMyohonji TempleMyohonji (妙本寺) is one of the Nichiren Buddhism temple which built at 1260. It was built for holding a memorial service for Nichiren and Hiki family. Main Temple is one of the tallest temple in Japan. One of the great temple in Kamakura. It has great harmony with a huge temple and quiet nature. There are two gate leading to this temple.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Entrance fee. 100 yen. No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. walk east (10 min.) yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hongakuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL014.flv.jpgHongakuji TempleHongakuji (本覚寺) is one of Nichiren Buddhism temples in Japan. It was built by Mochiuji Asikaga (足利持氏) at 1436. Before he build the temple, in 1274, Nichiren (日蓮) stayed Ebisudo (夷堂) to do missionary work up until he moved to Kai, currently Yamanashi.
Ebisudo is now count as Enoshima-Kamakura Shichifukujin (七福神) for Ebisu God, the god of fishery. On new years day, there are festival with Ebisu called Kamakura Ebisu Festa.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
No entrance fee. No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. walk east (5 min.) yes179http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hokokuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL017.flv.jpgHokokuji TempleHokokuji (報国寺) temple was founded by the priest Butsujo Zenji who studied under the tenowned Buddhist priest Mugaku Sogen (1226-1286) when he was thirteen years old. There is tea house in the bamboo grove, flower garden, and central garden. This temple is one of the 100 eastern temples of flower.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Entrance fee: 200 yen
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station
1. use Keikyu bus to Jyomyoji (15 min.)
2. walk south (3 min.) yes224http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/syakado_kiritoshi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL018.flv.jpgShakado KiritoshiSyakado Kiritoshi (釈迦堂切通し) is one of the historical and great nature monument in Kamakura. It was build around 1200 by cutting and digging small rock valley for transportation. The shape of the tunnel is still preserved from Kamakura period. It was name by when Yasutoki Hojo (北条泰時) built temple for the memorial service for his father.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can access this tunnel, but technically you cannot go through. Be careful, after rain there are many risk to have rock falling. It will be all self-responsibility whatever kinds of accident you have.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use Keikyu Bus to Sugimotohonzan (20 min.)
2. walk south (15 min.) yes138http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sugimoto_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL019.flv.jpgSugimoto TempleSugimoto temple (杉本寺) is the oldest temple in Kamakura which built at 734.
In 1189, 3 buddha statue were protected by Japanese cedar from house fire. After that, temple was called Sugimoto Temple "Temple under Japanese cedar."
There is the stone steps of moss which is very beautiful green stone steps. Roof of the temple is the old style of Japanese temple.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Entrance fee: 200 yen, 100 yen for kids.
Open: 8:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station
1. use Keikyu bus to Sugimotodera (15 min.)
2. walk North (1 min.) yes226http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_chopsticks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT002.flv.jpgHow To Use ChopsticksWhen you eat Japanese food, you must know how to use chop sticks. Here let me know how to use chop sticks.yes82http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kegon_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN001.flv.jpgKegon WaterfallKegon Waterfall (華厳の滝, Kegonnotaki) is one of the best 100 waterfalls in Japan, and one of the three great falls in Nikko, and one of the three great waterfalls in Japan. Moreover, Kegon waterfall is the most famous waterfall in Japan. It is located Okunikko (奥日光) in Tochigi Prefecture. Kegon waterfall is 97m(326 ft.) high, and 7m width. Water come from Lake Chuzenji (中禅寺湖), and a mount of water falls 2 tons per second. It sometimes increases tremendously after heavy rain. It is a grand view of 97m straight fall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, restroom, and gift show. 520 yen for Observation deck which located the bottom of the fall. In the rain season, the fall sometimes covered by fog. Check the weather before you visit.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station
1. use Tobunikko bus to Kegononotaki iriguchi (45 min.)
2. walk (2 min.) yes163http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kirifuki_waterfall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN002.flv.jpgKirifuri WaterfallKirifuri Waterfall (霧降の滝, kirifurinotaki) is one of the best 100 waterfalls in Japan and three great falls in Nikko. It is located at Kirifuri river which is one of the headwater of Tone river. It has 25m (83 ft.) hight at higher fall and 26m (86 ft.) high at lower fall. The length of the waterfall is 75m (250 ft.). The width begins 5m and ends 15m. The sight is also selected as one of the 100 best scenery of Tochigi Prefecture.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There are free parking space and restroom are available. You can access to the higher observation deck to see this fall. Access to the bottom is now close.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station
1. use Tobunikko bus to kirifukinotakiiriguchi (30 min.)
2. walk to the deck (10 min.) yes118http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/urami_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN003.flv.jpgUrami WaterfallUrami waterfall (裏見の滝, uraminotaki) is one of the three great waterfalls in Nikko. It is located in the small valley of Nikko. Because it is located in the valley, it is very quiet and cool even in summer. It has 20m (66 ft.) high, and 2m (6 ft.) width. There are many unnamed waterfalls around the fall, and on the way to the fall. Japanese famous poet, Matsuo Basho (松尾芭蕉) visited this fall and made a poem.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are free parking and restroom. On the way to the fall, you have to walk in the valley.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station
1. use Tobunikko bus to Uramidakiiriguchi (10 min.)
2. walk north (40 min.) yes138http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yudaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN004.flv.jpgYu WaterfallYu Waterfall (湯滝, yudaki) is one of the waterfalls in Nikko. It has 50m (166 ft.) high and 25m (83 ft.) width. Water come from Lake Yuno (湯の湖, yunomizuumi) which is one of the 100 best mountain in Japan. There are many hot spring around this fall. It is very beautiful long slow fall, and there is short hiking course side of the fall. Because water splash widely, it looks like white curtain of water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking: fee 410 yen. Restaurant and gift shop are located right next to the bottom. You can eat fresh fish here.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station
1. use Tobunikko bus to yudakiiriguchi (1hr. 30min.)
2. walk west (10 min.) yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryuzu_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN005.flv.jpgRyuzu WaterfallRyuzu waterfall (竜頭滝 ,ryuzunotaki) is one of the waterfalls in Nikko. It has 60m (200 ft.) high and 10m (33 ft.) width. The entire fall has 210m (700 ft.) length. Ryuzu means Dragon's head. The whole fall looks like dragon. Head part has two small shape waterfalls, and the body part has many huge rounded rocks which looks like Dragon's squamosae.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom are located. Around the parking space, there are tea house and gift shop.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station
1. use Tobunikko bust to Ryuzunotaki iriguchi (1hr.)
2. walk north (10 min.) yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiba_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL031.flv.jpgShiba ParkShiba Park (芝公園, Shiba Koen) is a public park in Minato Ward. It across many years in the area near the temple of Zojoji (増上 寺), and history of the temple and park started 1598 by Ieyasu Tokugawa. It opened public at 1873, so Shiba park is one of the oldest park in Tokyo. The park is located between the Minato ward offices and the Tokyo Tower (東京タワー). Many of the footpaths in the park offer excellent views of the Tokyo Tower, so the park is a popular spot for dates, and appears in many television and film sequences. In the park, there are hotel, school, library and training facilities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can enjoy great vews of the Tokyo Tower anywhere in the park. There are many restrooms, but no parking.
<b>Acess</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Hamamatsucho (7 min.)
2. walk west (12 min.) yes172http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hasedera_kamakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL020.flv.jpgHasedera TempleHase temple (長谷寺, hasedera) is also known as Hasekannon (長谷 観音), which is one of the Pure Land Buddhism Temples in Kamakura. The history of the temple starts at 736 when one of the Wooden Buddha statues drifted at Sagami beach.
The current Buddha statue is 9.18m high which is one of the tallest Buddha stature in Japan.
Hasedera enshrines also for Daikoku who is the seven luckいy gods of Japan in Kamakura.
The temple has great garden and Ajisai road, so when you visit this temple at June you can enjoy not only great temples, but also you can enjoy beautiful flowers.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Entrance fee: 300 yen for adult, 100 yen for kinds. There are group discount for over 30 people.
Open: 8:00 to 17:00 for summer, 8:00 to 16:30 for winter.
Parking, tea house and gift shops are located.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. Enoden to Hase Station (10 min.)
2. walk north west (5 min.) yes314http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kosokuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL021.flv.jpgKosokuji TempleKosokuji Temple (光則寺) is one of the Nichiren Buddhism temples in Kamakura. This temple starts at 1274, and current main temple was built at 1650.
There are beautiful garden with various kinds flowers and trees. One of their Kaido (Malus halliana) is 200 years old and one of the important nature of the city. Ume trees are also very beautiful in this temple. Kosokuji temple is one of the best temple to visit to see beautiful flowers for any season.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Kaido blooms at April, and Ume blooms at end of February. No parking.
Entrance fee: 100 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. Enoden to Hase Station (10 min.)
2. walk north west (8 min.) yes204http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jogyoji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL022.flv.jpgJogyoji TempleJogyoji temple (上行寺) is one of the Nichiren Buddhism temples in Kamakura. This temple starts at 1313. It was used to be health pray for Minamoto and Hojo vassals. This is very small temple, but there are nice carvings, especially dragon on the gate. There is also Seven Lucky gods for good luck, and Hariti for having baby, and protect form illness. You can join intoning a sutra very easily.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Small parking is available.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station
1. walk to Zushi (11 min.) yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_decadance_2008/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL032.flv.jpgTokyo Decadance 2008Tokyo Decadance (東京デカダンス) is one of unique cosplay and performing club even. Not like Anime cosplay, more open and creative mixed cosplayers get gother in this event. There are Kawaii fashion, Lolita costume, sexy outfit, movie kinds character outfit, and any other interesting costumes. The concept of the event is the collaboration of Japanese unique culture and new interesting culture to make up totally new culture. If you are interested in the cosplay and crazy powerful club scene in Tokyo, check this out. They have great DJs who play cool music and there are many performers to make the event even much more interesting.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This is Tour events. If you want to join this even, keep your eyes on Tokyo-Decadance.
<b>Access</b>
This time it was held at Shibuya. yes115http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rainbow_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL033.flv.jpgRainbow BridgeRainbow Bridge (レインボーブリッジ) is a suspension bridge crossing northern Tokyo Bay between the Shibaura Wharf and the Odaiba waterfront development in Minato Ward, Tokyo. It was completed in 1993. The bridge spans 570 meters (1870 ft) and carries three transportation lines: Metropolitan Expressway No. 11 Odaiba Route on the upper deck, and Route 357 (also known as "Rinkō Dōro", Portside Avenue) and the Yurikamome New Transit on the lower deck. You can enjoy great night scene of Tokyo from this bridge.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can access this bridge not only by car but also walking.
Open from 9:00 to 21:00 in summer, 10:00 to 18:00 in winter.
No fee.
<b>Acess</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Shinbashi (3 min.)
2. use Yurikamome Line to Shibaurafuto (7 min.)
3. walk to the bridge (5 min.) yes270http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoyogi_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL034.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL034.flv.jpgYoyogi ParkYoyogi Park (代々木公園, yoyogikouen) is one of the largest parks in Tokyo, located adjacent to Harajuku Station and Meiji Shrine. It's a very popular spot for Japanese street performers and huge free market on weekend. The street performers you can enjoy here are dancers, buskers, painters or actors. Especially, the rock dancers at the entrance of the park are very famous. You can enjoy their dance with 70's fashion. Also, on the side street, there are many indie bands and musicians are playing music. In the park, you can also find many drummers performing.
The free market in Yoyogi park is the biggest free market regularly held in Tokyo. There are many food stands and catering. So, you can visit here with nothing, enjoy the performing, shop at free market, and eat, drink and relax at the least of the park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking and restroom are available. No BBQ allowed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station
1. use JR Yamanote line to Harajuku (2 min.)
2. walk south west (2 min.) yes192http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ochanomizu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL035.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL035.flv.jpgOchanomizuOchanomizu (お茶の水) is a neighborhood in Chiyoda. It is also known as shopping district for music instruments. It is the best spot to buy your music instruments. Not only they have great guitars, but also they have installments like violins or wind instruments. You can find the band score book for Japanese music and songs here. There are many shops which has all kinds from great classic and antique guitars to low price guitars for the beginners. You can also sale your instruments here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Most of the shops close around 7 p.m.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Cho line to Ochanomizu (4 min.) yes130http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shin_okubo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL036.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL036.flv.jpgShin-Okubo SummarizedShinokubo (新大久保) is the biggest Korean town and the asian ethnic minority town in Tokyo. You can find many Korean restaurants and food markets here. They also have many Korean shops, such as book stores, art work shops, clothe shops, and even they have drug stores. In Shinokubo, there are many other asian markets and restaurants. You can find great Than restaurants, Indian restaurants, and other asian resturants. New Metro line (Fukutoshin Line) is now running through Shiokubo. So, it is very hot spots where will blooming town in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Don't walk at mid-night. It's not safe like other area of Tokyo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Yamanote line to Shinokubo (2 min.) yes152http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sunshine60/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL037.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL037.flv.jpgIkebukuro Sunshine60Ikebukuro (池袋), a part of Toshima ward, is a large commercial and entertainment district of Tokyo, Japan. Shinjuku, Shibuya and Ikebukuro is also known as the secound downtown of Tokyo. It is the terminal station which connects North side of Tokyo to Center of Tokyo with many railways. Many people of any generation visit Ikebukuro for shopping and entertainments.
Sun Shine 60 is the first skyscraper in Japan which has 60 stories high. It have great shopping mall on the grand level, and you can see great landscape of Tokyo from the observation floor of Sun Shine 60. There are many shopping streets around Sun Shine 60.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
New Metro line (Fukutoshin Line) is now running and connecting Ikebukuro to Shinjuku and Shibuya for the people from Saitama. The access become much smoother to other Second downtown of Tokyo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi line to Ikebukuro (17 min.) yes130http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sankeien/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL023.flv.jpgSankeien GardenYokohama Sankeien (三溪園) is a garden presenting Japanese beauty and where you will meet elegance of four seasons and historic charm. Sankeien is a traditional and typical Japanese- style garden designed and landscaped by Sankei Hara. He preserved old building of historic importance from place such as Kyoto and Kamakura, removed them in this garden. In the garden, 17 old buildings of high historic value are skillfully arranged in harmony with the seasonal changes of the natural scenery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Entrance fee: 500 yen, 200 yen for kids, and 300 yen seniors.
Open 9:00 to 17:00 (close the gate at 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use City bus (35 min.) yes311http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sankeien_teahouse/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL024.flv.jpgSankeien Tea HouseEnjoy the Japanese tea ceremony!
At the lobby in the Sankei Memorial in Sankeienm, they are supplying maccha green tea with an authentic procedure for making tea according to traditional manners. You can also experience making tea. The tea master will kindly teach you how to make tea.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
400 yen for maccha green tea and sweets. Ask them to experience tea making.
<b>Access</b>
It is located on Sankeien. yes288http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fudo_fall_mito/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB005.flv.jpgFudo Waterfall in MitoFudo Waterfall (不動の滝, Fudonotaki) is 10m high. The water is coming from Takizawa river. The fall makes sometimes rainbow, and the scenery around the fall has 4 faces for each season.
This fall was used to prayed by villagers because they felt that holy sprits in this fall. Now days, people preserve the fall the way it was for long time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station
1. use JR Suigun Line to Nakafunyu Station (50 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.)yes84http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/namase_waterfall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB004.flv.jpgNamase Waterfall in MitoNamase Fall (生瀬滝, namasedaki) is located deep side of Fukuroda fall. You can approach this fall from Fukuroda fall by walking hiking courses. You can also approach to the near fall by walking down the cliff. It is very small but the amount of the water is a lot.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
10 min from Fukuroda for observation deck.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Suigun Line to Fukuroda Station (1hr. 9min.)
2. use bus to Fukurodanotaki (15min.)
3. walk east (20min.)yes82http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chofukuji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB002.flv.jpgChofukuji TempleChofukuji Temple (東勝山長福寺) was built at 1029 by Baikanrishi by enshrining Buddha at Mt. Chofuku. It has a great gate which you can enter to 2nd floor. Not many temple allow people to enter the gate. This temple is also one of the 100 Eastern Temples of Flower. You can enjoy flower for each season.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Enter fee for the gate: 200 yen.
For Flower garden: 300 yen.
There are parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station. (56 min.)
1. use JR Suigun Line to Kamiogawa Station (1hr. 9min.)
2. walk east 10 min.)yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukimatchi_waterfall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB003.flv.jpgTsukimachi Waterfall in MitoTsukimachi Falls (月待の滝, tsukimachinotaki) is located at far north of Ibaraki prefecture. It has 17m (53 ft.). There are three falls, two of them are called husband and wife falls, and after rain the third fall appears. The third fall was called child fall. So, these falls are prayed for having baby.
You can access to the behind the falls. At fall, you can enjoy great autumn color around this falls. In the winter, they will be frozen up.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There are parking, restaurants and gift shops.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Suigun Line to Shimonomiya Station (1hr. 45min.)
2. use bus to Fukurodanotaki (15min.)yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukuroda_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB001.flv.jpgFukuroda WaterfallFukuroda Falls (袋田の滝, fukurodanotaki) is one of the three great falls in Japan, and also one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. It is located at Fukuroda, Ibaraki prefecture. It is the most favorite waterfalls in Japan. It is 73m (244 ft.) width and 120m (400 ft.) high, 4 steps falls. In the winter, the fall will be frozen up, and at fall, you can see great autumn color around the fall. You have visit four times to see all faces of this beautiful fall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
300 yen for observation deck. There are many parking, restaurants and gift shops around the fall. On September 2008, the new observation deck will open.
<b>Access</b>
0. Mito Station.
1. use JR Suigun Line to Fukuroda Station (1hr. 9min.)
2. use bus to Fukurodanotaki (15min.)yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/abe_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI008.flv.jpgAbe WaterfallAbe Waterfall (阿倍の大滝, abenootaki) is one of 100 best waterfalls in Japan, and biggest fall in Shizuoka prefecture. It has about 90m high (300 ft.) and 16m width (53 ft.) As a straight fall, Abe Waterfall is one of the highest waterfall in Japan. The fall is located in deep side of Umegashima.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom. About 30min. hiking from the parking to the fall.
<b>Access</b>
0. Shizuoka Station
1. use local bus to Umegashimaonsen (2 hrs.)
2. walk east (30 min.) yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akamizu_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI009.flv.jpgAkamizu WaterfallAkamizu Waterfall (赤水の滝, akamizunotaki) is located in higher level of Abe River in Shizuoka Prefecture. It is also called "Neck of Abegawa". I was made by Oyakuzure "the great land slide" at 1707. The rock blocked the river and became waterfall. By the time the fall was made, water colored red because of the rocks. That's way, this fall is called Akamizu which means "red water" in Japanese.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No restroom, but there is parking. You can see this fall from the observation hill.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station
1. use local bus to Akamizunotaki (2 hr.) yes97http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sandan_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI010.flv.jpgUmegashima Sandan WaterfallSandan waterfall (三段の滝, sandannotaki) is the three steps waterfall located deep side of Umegashima. It very close from the hot spring place. It is also on the way of Yakoryo hiking course. It is very small fall, but nature around the fall is very beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can approach this fall by car, but not much parking space and end of the road is dead end. Park at the Umegashima, and walk because it is only 5 min. walk.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka station
1. use local bus to Umegashimaonsen (2 hr.)
2. walk north (5 min.) yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koigatakai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI011.flv.jpgKoigataki WaterfallKoigataki (鯉ヶ滝, or 恋仇) is the one of the waterfall located deepest side of Abe river. It was believed that engaged couple who couldn't get together in their life time becomes carps to be true husband and wife.
<b> Tourist Info.</b>
It is on the Abe mountain pass. You can't see this fall on the winter because road will be close. On summer, when the sky is clear, you can see great Mt. Fuji from the Mt.Pass.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka station
1. use local bus to Umegashimaonsen (2 hr.)
2. walk east (40 min.) yes91http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyakuzure/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI012.flv.jpgOhya kuzureOyakuzure (大谷崩) is one of three great land slide in Japan. It happened by a big earthquake in 1707. It is 800m high and 1.8km wide. So far, about 120 million cubic meter of the rocks has slide. It has great view, but also very dangerous. When you hike this mountain, make sure you stay on the right track.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. It is also one of the hiking course in Umegashima. Finish your hiking before 16:00pm for sure.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use local bus to Akamizu (2 hr.)
2. walk north west (30 min.) yes145http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT003.flv.jpgHow to Visit Japanese ShrineDon't get confused!
Temple and Shrine are different. Here is how to go and visit to Japanese Shrine.
Wash your hands and mouth. Take a water scoop on right hand and scoop water. Wash your left hand first, then wash right hand. Then Then wash your mouth. Don't directly wash your mouth from the scoop. Pour water on your hand then wash. Don't drink OK. This means cleaning your body and mind before you enter Shrine.
Don't enter the gate from the center. Center is for only Gods. You should walk the right side of the gate and the pass.
Ring the bell and athrow money inton offertory box. The bell call the God of the shrine. Make two deep bowing. Make your wish in your mind. Then make two claps. Then one more deep bowing.
That's it. Now you can make any wish at Japanese Shrine.yes73http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsushika_fireworks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL038.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL038.flv.jpgKatsushika Firework FestaKatsushika Firework Festa.(第42回葛飾納涼花火大会) Vol.42.
The concept of the fireworks was "10 Dramatic States in Katsushika." So, there are 10 different segments which have unique concepts related to Katsushika. The audience seats and the launching area are very close, therefore you can enjoy great fireworks.
10,000 fireworks
350,000 visitors
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Nippori station. (4 min.)
2. use Keisei Line to Keisei Takasago station. (11 min.)
3. use Keisei Kanamachi Line to Shibamata. (3 min.)
4. walk north to Edo river (10 min.) yes291http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/odawara_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL025.flv.jpgOdawara CastleOdawara Castle (小田原城, odawarajo) is located at Odawarain Kanagawa Prefecture. It is categorized as a hill castle built at 1417 by Oomori. During the Odawara battle which happened at 1590, Late Hojo, who was the owner of the castle at that time, made great walls which surrounded not only the castle but also his towm so that Odawara Castle became the biggest castle in the world. Current Tenshu (keep tower) is rebuilt at 1960.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Entrance fee for Tenshu: 400 yen. Open from 8:00 to 21:00.
There are history museum and art gallery in the park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido line to Odawara (7 min.)
2. walk South (10 min.)
yes240http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushiku_daibutsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB006.flv.jpgUshiku DaibutsuThe Ushiku Daibutsu (牛久大仏), located in Ushiku, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan, is the world's tallest bronze statue. Completed in 1995, it stands a total of 120 meters (394 feet) tall, including the 10m high base and 10m high lotus platform. You can enter inside of the Greatest Buddha. An elevator takes visitors up to 85m off the ground, where an observation floor is located. It depicts Amitabha Buddha and is plated with bronze. This Great Buddha is belong to Pure Land Buddhism.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
When you visit here by public bus, last bus leave at 16:00, and there is no other transportation. Keep in mind about the last bus.
Entrance fee (just park): 500 yen for adult, 300 yen for kids.
Entrance fee (with inside tour of buddha): 800 yen for adult, 400 yen for kids.
In the winter time, fee will be little cheaper.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuchiura Station
1. use JR Joban Line to Ushiku (10 min.)
2. use local bus to Ushiku Josen (25 min.) yes318http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kijo_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB007.flv.jpgKijo Park and Tsuchiura CastleKijo park (亀城公園, kijokoen) is public park located in the middle of Tsuchiura city. It was used to be Tsuchiura Castle. There are many buildings which preserved from the castle, such as East and West Tower, main gates, and water moats so that you can still imagine the shape of the castle. It is very open and quiet park. You can enjoy sports or relax here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is public restroom, and small zoo. No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuchiura Station
1. walk North East (15 min)yes181http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanagawa_newspaper_fireworks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL026.flv.jpgKanagawa News Paper Fireworks23 rd Kanagawa News Paper Fireworks(神奈川新聞花火大会) has one of the great fireworks which has many Nishakudama (480m explosion size of Firework) fireworks. 250,000 people will join this firework festival, so the biggest yearly event in Yokohama. You will surprise with how huge sound those fireworks make. It is nice view with Yokohama Night view with great and huge fireworks.
8,000 fireworks
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Minatomirai Line to Minatomirai (4 min.)
2. walk east (10 min.) yes310http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kokyo_gaien/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL039.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL039.flv.jpgImperial Palace Outer GardenImperial Palace Outer Garden (皇居外苑, kokyogaien, kokyo gai en) is located the center of Tokyo. It is part of the Imperial Palace, but it widely opened for public since 1949. It was used be Edo Castle for Tokugawa Shogun. Therefore many historical buildings are still parts of the palace and garden. In Imperial Palace Outer Garden, there are many great gates such as Sakurada-mon, Sakashita-mon, Kikyo-mon, and Oote-mon. Also, many keep towers, Fushimi-yagura, Fujimi-yagura and Tatsumi-yagura. With those great buildings from Edo Castle, You can feel the Edo period was like.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many restriction to use this park, and police are all over. Not a kind of park where you can have family B.B.Q.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. walk west (10 min.) yes320http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiromu_ito/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA001.flv.jpgHiromu Ito : Katazome HangaThe harmony of Classic method of Japanese Art and modern style of designing!
Stencil Dyeing which called "Katazome Hanga (型染版画)" in Japanese is the collaboration and new style of the traditional Art form. Stencil Dyeing was used be the method for designing Edo Komon (江戸小紋) which is Japanese traditional cloth, Okinawa Bingata (沖縄紅型). Those styles often closely resemble the rich Edo emotive color schemes using patterns, characters, and other motifs.
Katazome Hanga is using traditional Japanese Stencil Dyeing to print Japanese paper to creating beautiful printmaking art work. It will produce beautiful pictures and Japanese typography.
Mr. Hiromu Ito sensei is one of the greatest stencil dyeing artist, who has not just simply succeeded the stencil dyeing techique but has also made a distinction from the established traditional style to create a new Japanese art .
Official Retailer web site : <a href="http://www.warakutaya.com/" target="_blank">http://www.warakutaya.com/</a> yes426http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawaguchi_lake_fireworks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL013.flv.jpgLake Kawaguchi Firework FestaLake Kawaguchi Firework Festa(河口湖湖上祭) is the biggest and last firework festa in Fuji five lakes. The great view of Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi, this fireworks is very unique and beautiful. Festival starts the day before the fireworks. On this previous day, they have dance performing, and fireworks.
5,000 fireworks from 50 station.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking space. All the road around Lake Kawaguchi will be controlled.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. walk north (10 min.)yes175http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kofu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL014.flv.jpgKofu CastleKofu Catle(甲府城, kofujo) is located at Maizurujo Park (舞鶴城公園) in Yamanashi Prefecture. Maizurujo Park is loved by people in Yamanashi as a place of rest and relaxation. Kofu Castle was built under the order of Hideyoshi Toyotomi in about 1600 A.D. In those days, gold-foild tiles and stone were used. The ruins of the castle, approximately 6 choubu (6.2 ha), were designated as a Yamanashi Historic Site. It keeps its appearance from 400 years ago until now as the ruins of Kofu Castle. The stone walls remain in Kofu Castle are beautiful and preserved the way they were used be.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking for individual visitors. Many restrooms. You can enter the Inari Yagura Tower from 9:00 to 16:00, and it closes on Monday. Fee is free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Kofu Station
1. walk south (2 min.) yes288http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/senga_waterfall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL015.flv.jpgSenga WaterfallSenga waterfall (仙峨滝, sengataki)
Senga waterfall is one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan located Syosenkyo Valley in Yamanashi Prefecture. It has about 30m (100 ft.) high.
The fall is formed by the great rocks. The mist from the fall and scenes of rocks make cool air around the fall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are free parking and restrooms. It is very tight location but many gift shops and restaurants are opened around the fall.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Kofu Staition
1. use local bus to Sengataki, Shosenkyo.
2. walk north (5 min.) yes172http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kitanomaru_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL040.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL040.flv.jpgKitanomaru ParkKitanomaru Park (北の丸公園, kitanomarukouen) is a part of The Imperial Palace Outer Garden, and used be a part of Edo Castle. It is located north side of the Imperial Palace. Kitanomaru Park is an important woodland garden situated in the center of Tokyo. The park which continues on into the northern part of the Imperial Palace is planted with many broadleafed evergreen trees. There are Nihonbudokan (日本武道館) and Science Museum (科学技術館) in Kitanomaru Palace. You can enjoy wild life, fish and birds in the moats and New purification System. There are two great gate from Edo Castle which still preserved in great shape.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking and restroom are available. There is also a restaurant. No exercise are allowed. Only, jogging are OK.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Ootemachi (1 min.)
2. use Hanzomon Line to Kudanshita (4 min.)
3. walk west (2 min.) yes252http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asagaya_tanabata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL041.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL041.flv.jpgAsagaya Tanabata FestivalAsagaya is located west side of Tokyo. In the first week of August, there is "Asagaya Tanabata festival (阿佐ヶ谷七夕祭り, asagayatanabatamatsurhi) which is one of the three major "Tanabata(七夕)" festival in Japan. It has the history more then 50 years. In the purl Center which is Asagaya shopping avenue there are many paper sculptures which made by local kids and shop owners in the avenue. All of them are very unique and every year, they have competition for those paper sculptures.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This festival opens closely about one week in the first full week of August. There are hundreds of food stand and other shops in this festival.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Asagaya Station (11 min.)yes173http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shibuya_scramble/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL042.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL042.flv.jpgShibuya Pedestrian ScrambleShibuya Pedestrian Scramble Crossing (渋谷スクランブル交差点) is the most famous pedestrian scramble in the world. It is located at Hachiko Square in Shibuya, Tokyo. On the weekend, hundreds of people are crossing for each signal change for all day long. There is no other place has such a constant mess of people.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many high angle spot you can see the Scramble Crossing.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station
1. walk to Hachiko (1 min.) yes158http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tamura_shuzou/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL043.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL043.flv.jpgTamura Sake BreweryTamura Brewery (田村酒造所, tamurasyuzojo) is the one of the oldest Sake Brewery in Tokyo which opened at 1822 by Mr. Kanjiro Tamura. The name of their brand "Kasen" is named from their well water from Chichibu-Okutama water. The water is the best quality for making Sake. They still use the same well which bored about 200 years ago.
The favorite Sake in Tamura Brewery, is "Maboroshi no Sake." It is Honjozo-sake(本醸造酒). The ideal of "Maboroshi no Sake" is the best quality with reasonable price.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are free Brewery tour with free tasting. Especially visit from Nov. to April, you can enjoy real Sake making process. You have to make an appointment for tour.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Chuo Line (Ome Line) to Fussa (46 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.) yes393http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyosumi_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL048.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL048.flv.jpgKiyosumi GardenKiyosumi Garden (清澄庭園, kiyosumiteien) is a Japanese style garden located in east side of Tokyo. It has very famous collections of Japanese stones and rocks. In the center of the garden, there is a pond and many different kinds of gardens which represent the seasons of Japan around the pond. This surrounding style of garden is Called "Kaiyushikirinsenteien (回遊式林泉庭園)." Mr. Kinokuniya found this garden at 1716. Therefore, their are many classical features in this garden. You can also enjoy beautiful flowers of all season in this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry is 16:30)
Fee: adult 150 yen over-65 70 yen, under 7th grade fee.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Otemachi (2 min.)
2. use Hanzomon Line to Kiyosumishirakawa (10 min.)
3. walk west (3 min.)yes254http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/meiji_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL045.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL045.flv.jpgMeiji Jingu ShrineCheck out one of the most famous and visited Shirin, Meiji Jingu (明治神宮). Meiji Jingu Shrine is dedicated to the divine souls of Emperor Meiji and his consort Empress Shoken.
Emperor Meiji passed away in 1912 and Empress Shoken in 1914. After their demise, people wished to commemorate their virtues and to venerate them forever. So they donated 100,000 trees from all over Japan and from overseas, and they worked voluntarily to create this forest. Thus, thanks to the sincere heart of the people, this shrine was established on November 1, 1920.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
There is a parking space.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku (5 min.)
2. walk west (2 min.) yes315http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiba_rikyu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL049.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL049.flv.jpgKyu Shibarikyu GardenKyu Shibarikyu Garden is one of the oldest garden in Japan located right next to Hamamatucho Station in Tokyo. It takes the typical style garden which is "Kaiyushikiizumiteien, 回遊式泉水庭園," means pond surrounded style of garden. The stones and island are the strong feature of this garden. This garden starts originally at 1655 as the garden of Tadatomo Okubo, and becomes public park at 1924. Also, it was chosen as one of the place of Japanese scenery in 1979.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 150 yen, 70 yen for over 65, and free for kids.
There is archery range.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Hamamatsucho Station (5 min.)
2. walk east (2 min.) yes260http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hama_rikyu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL047.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL047.flv.jpgHamarikyu GardenHamarikyu Garden (Hamarikyuuonshiteien, 浜離宮恩賜庭園) is Japanese style of garden located in Shiodome Tokyo. It was used to be separate garden for Shogun Tokugawa, and also it was the fort of Edo city during the Edo period. Then, it became a part of Imperial garden. In 1946, it was opened for public. It has traditional style of garden, great pond and flower gardens. In the middle of pond, there are tea house where you can enjoy Japanese tea. This garden was chosen as the special place of Japanese scenery and special place of historic monument.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 300 yen, 150 yen for over 65, free for kids.
This park was well designed for handy cap people. There are flat road for wheelchair person.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Shinbashi Station (3 min.)
2. walk east (10 min.) yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/marunouchi_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL044.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL044.flv.jpgMarunouchi OndoMarunouchi Ondo (丸の内音頭) is the biggest summer festival which you can enjoy Bon Odori Dance (盆踊り) in Tokyo. It held in Hibiya park which is located in the center of Tokyo. It started from 2003. See and join Japanese Bon Odori Dance. They have all kinds of Bon Odori songs of Tokyo. On the other side, there are many food stands. So, you can enjoy Bon Odori Dance and eat great Japanese food.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The festival hold at the end of August. About 20,000 people join.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Kasumigaseki (4 min.)
2. walk east (2 min.) yes183http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinjuku_gyoen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL046.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL046.flv.jpgShinjuku Gyoen National GardenShinjuku Gyoen National Garden (新宿御苑, shinjuku gyoen) is a large Garden park located in East side of Shinjuku. It has not only Japanese style garden, but it also has British style and French style gardens. Especially British style garden has huge open field. If you feel tight in Tokyo air, visit this garden to relax. This garden is originally built around the beginning of Edo period. In 1906, it became a part of Imperial Garden, and opened public in 1949. It has very unique scenery which has great view of gardens with Shinjuku Skyscraper as the background. It has great collection of flowers for all seasons. Especially in the spring, you can enjoy great Sakura in this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 200 yen, 50 yen for kids.
Open Hours: 9:00 to 16:30 (Last admission at 16:00)
There is parking space.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Shingukugyoenmae (2 min.)
2. walk south (1 min.) yes302http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koenji_awaodori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL050.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL050.flv.jpgKoenji AwaodoriKoenji Awaodori (高円寺阿波踊り) is one of the three major summer festivals in Tokyo. It holds at Toenji Station. Awaodori is actually traditional dance of Tokushima, but Koenji Shopping Street started as promotion in 1957. Now it is one of the three major summer festival in Tokyo. As Awaodori Festival, the biggest festival in eastern area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is traffic regulation. On the side street, there are many food stands opens.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Koenji Station (12 min.) yes174http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gotemba_sunrize/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI013.flv.jpgSunrise to Mt. Fuji from GotenbaMt. Fuji with beautiful Sun rise at Gotenba. Gotenba is one of the best view spot of Mt. Fuji. Especially, the red Mt. Fuji with Sun rise is the only Gotenba's speciality. Many people made a great pictures of this red Mt.Fuji, including Hokusai Katsushika who is the great Ukiyoe artist in the world. Mt. Fuji is not just seasonable, but also it will change his face in one day. The red Mt. Fuji and red background silhouette in either sunrise or sunset depend on the location.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can find almost everywhere view spots like this video clip in Gotenba
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Numazu (20 min.)
2. use JR Gotenba Line to Gotenba (30 min.) yes89http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asakusa_samba/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL051.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL051.flv.jpgAsakusa Samba CarnivalAsakusa Samba Carnival (淺草サンバカーニバル)is the one of the three major summer festival in Tokyo. Like Samba Carnival at Brazil, great sexy dancers with Samba costume shows exciting Samba Dance. More than 20 great dance teams around Asakusa will join this Carnival. Check out the Samba Rhythm with hot, sexy and interesting dancers with great original songs and music.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Many audience will wait long time before to take a great view spot. If you want to see this festival in good spot, you should come and wait at least 2 hours before the Carnival starts.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. use Ginza Line to Asakusa (6 min.) yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/todoroki_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL052.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL052.flv.jpgTodoroki ValleyTodoriki Valley (等々力渓谷, todorokikeikoku) is located in Setagaya, Tokyo. It goes 1 km with Yazawa river. This is the only Valley in Tokyo Metropolis and has about 10m high. There are many trees, flowers, fishes and wild birds. Not like other nature of Tokyo Downtown which is mostly artificial nature, the nature of Todoroki valley is the real nature preserved for long time. In the valley, there are many water springs and even small waterfall at Todoroki Temple. This valley is chosen as one of the place of scenery in Tokyo, and one of the best place for walking, especially in summer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are no parking, but there is restroom. On the weekend, many people visit this valley and enjoy walking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Keihin Tohoku Line to Oimati (15 min.)
2. use Tokyu Oimachi Line to Todoroki (18 min.)
3. walk west (3 min.) yes212http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koishikawa_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL053.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL053.flv.jpgKoishikawa Korakuen GardenKoishikawa Korakuen Garden (小石川後楽園) is Japanese style garden in Tokyo and the one of the special place of scenery, and also the special historic places of Japan. The garden is located right next to Tokyo Dome, but it was built much earlier than Tokyo Dome. It was originally built in 1629 by Mitsukuni Tokugawa. Korakuen is the oldest of all the gardens in Tokyo and it is a typical stroll-graden built in early days of the Tokugawa Era. In the central part of Korakuen, there is a placid lakelet with winding walks running around, stone lanterns, trees and arched bridges arranged skillfully in harmony with their surroundings.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry at 16:30)
Fee: 300 yen for adults, 150 for seniors, fee for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Korakuen (14 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.) yes245http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rikugien_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL054.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL054.flv.jpgRikugien GardenRikugien Garden (六義園) is Japanese style garden in Tokyo and one of the special place of scenery. Rikugien was established in 1702 by feudal lord Yoshiyasu Yanagisawa who was well-know for his literary accomplishments. The name RIkugien was taken from the six principles of composing Japanese waka poetry which were derived from an ancient Chinese book "Mao-Chin."
It is typical "Kai-yu(Go-round)" style garden with, 88 spots of literary significance arranged along a path surrounding a pond with an islet. Rikugien is also famous for Azalea flowers and Shidare-Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry at 16:30)
Fee: 300 yen for adults, 150 for seniors, fee for kids.
Free tour guide: Japanese only
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station
1. use JR Yamanote line to Komagome (6 min.)
2. walk south (3 min.) yes225http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yushima_tenjin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL056.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL056.flv.jpgYushima Tenjin Yushima Tenmangu (湯島天満宮) also known as Yushimatenjin (湯島天神) is a Shinto shrine which originally established in 458 in order to worship Ameno-tajikaraono-mikoto (天之手力雄命),one of deities appears in the Japanese myths. Later, in February 1355, the spirit of Sugawara Michizane (菅原道真公), a historical figure, was also enshrined to venerate his extraordinary virtue as a scholar. The shrine is very famous for praying for God of Learning. Especially, many students visit this shrine to pray for the success of passing exam.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
This is the shrine for God of leaning and education. Visit this shrine to pray for your success in the area of education. No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Okachimachi (6 min.)
2. walk west (8 min.) yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yasukuni_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL055.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL055.flv.jpgYasukuni ShrineYasukuni Shrine (靖国神社, yasukuni jinja) is located in the center of Tokyo Metropolis. It was established in 1869 by Emperor Meiji for loyal citizens who had died for Meiji Restoration. The name "Yasukuni," selected by Emperor Meiji in the hope that Japan would be at peace for eternity, meanse "preserving peace for the nation." Currently, more than 2,460,000 divinities are worshipped here. Not only people and soldiers from Meiji Restoration, but also soldiers who were killed in action in the conflicts of the Meiji, Taishio, and Showa eras. Also female and child divinities are enshrined as well. It is very importance shrine for all Japanese. The divinities enshrined at Yasukuni Shrine went to battle and made the ultimate sacrifice - their lives. Japanese own the peace and prosperity they enjoy today to the divinities of Yasukuni Shrine.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
open: 6:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. walk to Otemachi Station for Tozai Line (3 min.)
2. use Tozai Line to Kudanshita (4 min.)
3. Walk northwest (5 min.) yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_restroom/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT004.flv.jpgHow to use Japanese RestroomThe biggest surprise for foreign travelers in Japan is the Japanese style restroom. It is unbelievably unique so that almost all travelers freak out when they see it. Don't worry, let me explain how you can overcome this crisis. First, step over and face the raise. Loosen up the belt. If you wear skirt, bring it higher. Drop the pants and under wear together, and take a crouching posture. Be careful, if you put some items like wallet in back pocket, they might drop. So, drop pants slowly.
If there is holder pipe placed in front of you, you can use that to hold your weight. When you finish, you wipe your bottom from behind, then stand up and put your pants and under war back.
That's it!
Don't forget to flush! yes63http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakitagawa_river/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI014.flv.jpgKakitagawa riverKakitagawa River (柿田川) is the river located in South part of Mt. Fuji in Shizuoka Prefecture. Kakitagawa is the one of three major rivers of Japan. It is also spring spot. Source of the water is the rainfall and snow on Mt. Fuji and amount of water spring 7,000 thousand to one million ton litters of water (30 billion gallons of water) everyday which is the biggest spring in asian district. Not just about the amount of water, it is also very pure and tasty water. The rainfall on Mt. Fuji spring here in Kakitagawa River.
It is very beautiful river you can find in Kanto. You will surprise when you see how high transparency the water has.
There are many restaurants which uses the water of Kakitagawa River. You can also drink it and take it home!
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking spots and restroom. You can enjoy eating great food made by water of Kakitagawa river.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. take local bus to Kakitagawa koen (15 min.) yes248http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hachioji_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL057.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL057.flv.jpgHachioji CastleHachioji Castle (八王子城跡, hachioji joato) is one of the ruins of a castle located in Hachioji, Tokyo. Because the condition of the ruins of the castle is very well preserved, it is chosen as one of the 100 best castles of Japan. Hachioji Castle is categorized as a mountain castle. It was used to be the castle of Hojo family. It fell when the Odawara Castle fell by Hideyoshi Toyotomi. Many of Hojo people dod "Harakiri" at this castle. So, because of historical background, this castle is also well know as the haunted place. Otherwise, it is nice castle ruins for Hiking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space which close at 17:00. Restroom is also available.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Takao (45 min.)
2. use local bust to Reienmae (10 min.)
3. walk east (20 min.)
yes221http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/vietnam_festa08/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL058.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL058.flv.jpgVietnam Festival 2008Vietnam Festival '08 was held at Yoyogi Park on September 20 and 21, 2008. This year is the 35 anniversary for starting great friendship between Japan and Vietnam. The relationship between Japan Vietnam is been wonderful in the area of economy and business. Now, time to expand that great relationship to the area of Japanese and Vietnamese people and culture. The goal of this festival is to introduce the beautiful culture of Vietnam to not only Japanese people but to the all countries.
You can enjoy Vietnamese food, music and culture in this festival. 130 shops were opened in this even.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Held in 2008 : 9/19 17:00~20:00 9/20 10:00~20:00 9/21日 10:00~20:00 at Yoyogi Park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku (4 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.) yes346http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kameari_koen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL059.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL059.flv.jpgKameari - kochikameKameari (亀有)is famous town because the very popular comic "Kochikame, こち亀" forced on this town. Kameari is located on the east end of Tokyo right next Chiba prefecture. At north side of Kameari station, there is police station which is model of the police station in the comic. Kochikame runs more than 30 years and has over 1500 episodes which is the longest running comic in Japan. Kochikame is the fiction but most of the story is based on the real life in the period. There is real Kameari-Koen park which the police station of Ryosan who is the main character of Kochikame is suppose to be. If you are big fun of "Kochikame, こちら葛飾区亀有公園前派出所," visit Kameari to see the true Kochikame world.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is Ryo-san's statue in front of Kameari station.
<b>Access</b>
0. Ueno Station
1. use JR Joban line to Kitasenju (11 min.)
2. use Chiyoda line to Kameari (7 min.) yes132http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryugenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL060.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL060.flv.jpgRyugenji TempleRyugenji temple(龍源寺) is Buddhist temple located in Mitaka City, Tokyo. It is very famous temple where the tombs of Isami Kondo (近藤勇) and his family is located. Kondo is the commander of Shinsengumi (新撰組) which is the most famous and favorite Samurai force in the end of Edo period. After Meiji Restoration, Shinsengumi was fallen and Kondo was guillotined. After his execution, his family brought his body here and made made tomb. Now, as one of the bravest samurai, many people still visit his tomb and feel the turbulent and last period of Samurai. The greatest Samurai rest in peace at Ryugenji Temple.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking for the visitors. This is the religious place, so be careful when you visit this temple and Kondo's tomb.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use Keio Line to Chofu (16 min.)
2. use local bus to Kokaidomae (10 min.)
3. walk west (15 min.) yes52http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kondo_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL061.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL061.flv.jpgBirthplace of Isami KondoChofu and Mitaka is the are where people of Shinsengumi (新撰組) were born and trained. Kondo Shrine is the birth place of Isami Kondo (近藤勇) who is the commander of Shinsengumi. Miyakawa family which Kondo's real family was one of the biggest and powerful family in this area. Now, only very small spot including the well where Kondo was born are still preserved. This is the beginning of Shinsengumi. There is the original Dojo of "Tennenrishinryu, 天然理心流" right in front of the Kondo Shrine. The spot is very small, but it is historically very important. In this area, you can see the pass of Kondo's life from the beginning to the end.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Check this shrine, Dojo and his tomb at once. There are important historical traces in this area.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use Keio Line to Chofu (16 min.)
2. use local bus to Kokaidomae (10 min.)
3. walk west (20 min.) yes88http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nogawa_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL062.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL062.flv.jpgNogawa ParkNogawa Park (野川公園, nogawakoen) is the park located in Koganei and Mitaka in Tokyo. The Nogawa River run through the middle of the park. You can enjoy catching fish and any water animals in this river. So, one of the best park for family activities. On the weekend, many families come here enjoy B.B.Q and play on the field. In the nature park, there is the habitat of firefly, so many people visit this park at the end of summer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many play facilities for kids, B.B.Q space. There is parking(Pay) and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use Keio Line to Chofu (16 min.)
2. use local bus to Kokaidomae (10 min.)
3. walk west (20 min.) yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/musashino_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL063.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL063.flv.jpgMusashino ParkMusashino Park (武蔵野公園, musashinokoen) is the park located in Koganei and Fuchu in Tokyo. The Nogawa River run through this park. On the riverside, there are great grass field where you can play. Also, this park has great B.B.Q spot. On the weekend many people visit this park and enjoy B.B.Q. There is Whole Hill on the riverside. You can also enjoy many flowers of each season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking(Pay) and restroom. It has nice B.B.Q. facilities.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use Keio Line to Chofu (16 min.)
2. use local bus to Kokaidomae (10 min.)
3. walk west (30 min.) yes168http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lk_okutama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL064.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL064.flv.jpgLake OkutamaLake Okutama(奥多摩湖, okutamako) is the biggest artificial lake in Tokyo and the largest one in Japan as Reservoir. Lying above the Ogochi Dam. The real name of Lake Okutama is the Ogochi Reservoir. Ogochi Dam was built in 1957 and it was the biggest dam in the world at that time. There are many tourist attractions around the lake. As the Oasis of Tokyo down town, many people visit lake Okutama to feel and enjoy nature.
<b>Touris Info.</b>
You can enjoy fishing and hiking around Lake Okutama. Many hotels, gift shop and restaurants are placed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tachikawa Station
1. use JR Ome Line to Okutama (1hr. 20 min.)
2. use Bus to Ogochi dam (15 min.) yes169http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsuchiura_fireworks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB008.flv.jpgTsuchiura All Japan Fireworks CompetitionTsuchiura All Japan Fireworks Competition(土浦全国花火競技大会) is the biggest firework festival in the world. It is the last fireworks festa held on October in Japan. This is the competition of firework designers. Each year, the firework designers bring their new products and compete others. So, all of these new fireworks will be fired next year. See and experience the cutting edge of digital fireworks.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stand and temporary restroom everywhere. There is car restriction.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Tsuchiura Station.
1. walk northwest (20 min.) yes305http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/imado_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL065.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL065.flv.jpgImado ShrineImado Shrine (今戸神社, imadojinja) is the Japanese shrine located in Imado where north part of Tokyo Asakusa. It is one of the Shichifukujin(七福神) Shines of Asakusa, and enshrined Joeroku(福禄寿). The history of the shrine begins at 1063 by Yoshitomo Minamoto and Yoshiie Minamoto. It is very famous for the birth place of fortune cat (招き猫, manekineko), and last place of Soji Okita(沖田総司), the greatest samurai warrior of Shinsengumi(新撰組). Now, it is well known as good luck shrine for love and marriage. There are many good luck items for love and marriage with fortune cat.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Small but interesting and historically important place. Many interesting fortune cats you can buy.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. use Ginza line to Asakusa (5 min.)
2. walk north (15 min.) yes181http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsuchiyamashoden_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL066.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL066.flv.jpgMatsuchiyamashoden TempleMatsuchiyamashoden temple (待乳山聖天) is the buddhist temple located in north Asakusa in Tokyo. Honryuin (本龍院) is actual name of the temple. It is belong to Shokannon Buddhism. Main temple is the Sensoji, Asakusa. This temple also enshrines Bishamonten (毘沙門天) who is one of the Seven Lucky Gods, therefore it is also count as one of the Seven Lucky Gods temple in Asakusa. There is beautiful Japanese garden and art gallery which has great water painting arts. Many people visit this temple to perform the ascetic practices with Yokuyu Kito style. Daikon (Japanese radish) and Kinchaku (Cutpurse) are the pray items of this temple.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
No parking. On January 7, there is Daikon festival which pray your health and life, and you can eat delicious Furofuki Daikon for free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. use Ginza line to Asakusa (5 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.) yes156http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takao_san/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL067.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL067.flv.jpgMt. Takao Mount Takao (高尾山) is a 600 metre high mountain located in Hachioji, Tokyo and is said to be one of 100 best landscapes in Japan. The Michelin Guide also rates it as a three star attraction; their highest ranking. It is the most popular mountain in Tokyo, so although the mountain is a long way to the west, there's still convenient public transportation making it very easy to visit for hiking. On the top of mountain, there is a twelve hundred year old temple and you can enjoy great views of Mount Fuji on a clear day. There are seven hiking routes to climb this mountain, and cable car is also available if you're not feeling that energetic. Mount Takao is a great mountain for a one day hike with easy access from Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking space, shops and restaurants.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. Use Keio Line to Takaosanguchi (50 min.) yes232http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/manazuru_misaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL027.flv.jpgCape ManazuruCape Manazuru (真鶴岬, manazuru misaki) is the cape located the south part of Kanagawa prefecture. There is Three Great Rocks (名勝三ツ石) which looks like the crane. The forest of the cape is also chosen as 100 best forest in Japan. The forest has many old pine trees which, some of them, are over 300 years old. You can see great Sagami Bay and Izu peninsula from the cape. Manazuru town is also well know as fish market. You can eat great fish food when you visit this cape.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking and visitors center at the cape.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Yugahara (20 min.)
2. use local bus to Cape Manazuru (10 min.) yes158http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/doi_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL028.flv.jpgDoi CastleDoi Castle (土肥城, doijo) is the ruins of mountain castle in Hakone mountain. This castle was placed at the top of Mt. Shiroyama which has 400m high. Sanehira Doi who is one of the warrior of Yoritomo Minamoto built this castle during 12th century. Because this castle was very important for battle, this castle was used until 16th century. Many ruins are still keep the original condition.
You can enjoy great view of Izu and Manazuru Peninsula. Nice mountain for hiking with history near by Hakone and Atami.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking at the beginning of hiking course.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Yugahara (24 min.)
2. walk north west (1 hr.) yes86http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shieikan_dojo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL068.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL068.flv.jpgShieikan DojoShieikan Dojo (試衛館) is the ruins where Tennenrishinryu Dojyo (天然理心流) is used be. Tennenrishinryu is one of the most popular sword style in Japan today. The major sword masters of Shinsengumi (新撰組) such as Isami Kondo(近藤勇), Toshizo Hijikata(土方歳三), and Soji Okita(沖田総司) were trained this sword style. In this Dojo other sword masters like Hajime Saito(斉藤一) and Shinpachi Nagakura (永倉新八) were also belong to this dojo as guest sword masters. There is only the road and Inari shrine is still the same as when they were here. However, about 150 years ago, many great Samurai were here to train their sword.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is only sign, shrine and the road is there.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku station
1. use Toei Oedo Line to Ushigomeyanagimachi (6 min.)
2. walk south (3 min.) yes74http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bettara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL069.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL069.flv.jpgBettara Ichi FestivalBettara Ichi (べったら市) is the food festival with Ebisu Shrine at Nihonbashi, Tokyo. It started in the middle of Edo period. The main attraction of this festival is Bettara which is pickled japanese radish. This festival holds every October 19th and 20th. There are over 300 food stands which sell Bettara, japanese spice, and other typical foods of festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can try Bettara for free, and if you like it you can buy it. No restroom. No Cars allowed during the festival
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Keiyo Line to Shin-Nihonbashi (4 min.)
2. walk east (3 min.) yes188http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oshi_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL006.flv.jpgOshi castleOshi Castle (忍城, oshijo) is one of seven major castle in Kanto located in Gyoda, Saitama. Originally, it was built around end of 15th century. Currently, rebuild the main Keep tower, however the some of the sand wall is still preserved. It is very small flatland type castle, but it has all components of castle such as moat, tower, stone wall, and the gate. In the history of Japanese war period, this castle has never be fallen.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There is parking, close at 16:30. There is also history museum in the castle.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Saitama Station
1. use JR Takasahki Line to Kumagaya (42 min.)
2. use Chichibu Line to Gyodashi (8 min.)
3. walk south (15 min.) yes153http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hachigata_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL007.flv.jpgHachigata CastleHachigata Castle (鉢形城, hachigatajo) is the ruin of the hilltop castle in Yorii, Saitama. The hill, moat and wall is still preserved well so that you can imagine the original shape of this castle. This castle is one of the excellent castle because the during the Hideyoshi’s Kanto War, it keep over there months surrounded by 35,000 warriors of Kagekatsu Uesugi and Toshiie Maeda with only 3,000 people of protectors. When you see this castle from inside and outside, you will see why this castle was hard to attack.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, closed at 5 pm.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station
1. use JR Takasaki Line to Kmagaya (42 min.)
2. use Chichibu Line to Yorii (28 min.)
3. walk south (15 min.) yes234http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukutaro_hayafune/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA002.flv.jpgFukutaro Hayafune : Bamboo CraftBamboo craftwork is one of the traditional designing form started in Kyoto.
It is used for many area from Japanese garden to "Kabuki acting." Mr. Hayafune is the one of the greatest bamboo craftman with over 60 years of his career. His work still is what he can create with bamboo for all requests from his clients. Bamboo craftwork is mostly used for designing Japanese garden. However, his artwork is also stage designing especially for "Kabuki" acting. Doing the best is his policy. Whenever you see bamboo craftworks in Japanese style garden.yes495http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ikaho_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL004.flv.jpgIkaho OnsenIkaho onsen (伊香保温泉) is the hot spring spot in Gunma. Like Kusatsu, it is very popular spot for Onsen in Gunma. Around the hot spring, there are many hotels which use the Hot spring water. There are many tourist attractions in this Onsen town. Especially, around the stone stairs, many hotels, spas, restaurants and entertainments you can enjoy. This stone stairs were built in the war period, 16th century. Ikaho Onsen has great autumn tints.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking spots. In the end of October to middle of october. There is lighting up for autumn tints.
<b>Access.</b>
0. at Shin Maebashi Station
1. use JR Agatsuma line to Shibukawa (14 min.)
2. use local bus to Ikaho (20 min.) yes226http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_haruna/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL005.flv.jpgLake HarunaLake Haruna (榛名湖, harunako) is the caldera lake and leis near the summit of Mt. Haruna in Gunma. In the summer, people enjoy camping and fishing. You can also enjoy boat riding for all season. In the Fall, there is beautiful autumn tint with Mt. Haruna. In the winter, the lake will be frozen up and people enjoy ice fishing and affords skating for wakasagi.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There are many parking. Hotels and restaurants are also available.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Joetsu Line to Takasaki (14 min.)
2. use bus to Lake Haruna (90 min.) yes128http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akagi_yama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL006.flv.jpgMt. AkagiMt. Akagi (赤城山) is all inclusive term for multiple volcanos in the center of Gunma. There is no mountain named Akagi. However, the mountains around caldera lake are called Mt. Akagi. Mt. Akagi is one of the 100 best mountains and 100 best landscape of Japan. Caldera lake is located 1300 m of sea level and surrounded by the mountains. It has great autumn tint in this mountain. It starts in the middle of October. There are many hiking courses for those mountains.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is visitors center and hotels. You can enjoy sky in the winter.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use local bus to Akagi Onsen (3 hrs.) yes119http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/agatsuma_keikoku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL007.flv.jpgAgatsuma ValleyAgatsuma Valley (吾妻渓谷, agatsumakeikoku) is one of the valley which chosen as the best land scape of Japan, and located in Gunma. It is very beautiful valley with many hiking courses. Especially, in the fall, you can enjoy great autumn tint. However, the valley is very high angle slope, so many people have accidents and lost their life. So, you have to be very careful when you enjoy hiking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking but no restroom. In the fall, you can enjoy great autumn tint.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Agatsuma Line to Kawaharayuonsen (1 hr. 5 min.)
2. walk east (20 min.) yes160http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_akaya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL008.flv.jpgLake AkayaLake Akaya (赤谷湖, akayako) is one of the 100 best dam lakes in Japan located in north Gunma. This dam is drinking water for Tokyo. There is hot spring spots around the lake, so Akayako is Onsen spot, Sarugakyo Onsen(猿ケ京温泉), in north Gunma. In spring, you can enjoy Sakura, and in the fall there is beautiful autumn tint. All the mountain you can see from the lake will be changed its color to red and yellow in fall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom in the lake. You can enjoy hot spring spa around the lake.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station
1. use JR Ryoge line to Takasaki (15 min.)
2. use JS Joetsu Shinkansen to Jomokougen (17 min.)
3. use bus to Akayakoyes80http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tomyozaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL029.flv.jpgCape TomyozakiCape Tomyo (燈明崎, toumyozaki) is the cape in Uraga, Kanagawa. In the Edo Period, there is the Japanese style lighthouse for over 220 years. From over 7.2 km of distance, ship could see this light. Currently, the base rock are still the original shape and the lighthouse was rebuilt in 1988. There is beach in this cape. You can enjoy great view of Tokyo Bay.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kurihama (10 min.)
2. Walk east (30 min.)yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kannnon_zaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL030.flv.jpgCape KannonCape Kannon (観音崎, kannonzaki) is located in Yokosuka, Kanagawa. Entire cape is a national park, and it has many historical ruins and monuments. This cape was a fort with several batteries in the end of Edo Period. Because Cape Kannon is located the entrance of Tokyo Bay, this fort was very important for protecting Edo. Those ruins of the fort are still well preserved.
Also, this cape was the first place where Godzilla stepped in Japanese land.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is lighthouse which you can get up and have a great view of Tokyo Bay. Many people visit here for BBQ and fishing. There is parking space.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station
1. walk south to Itsumi Station (10 min.)
2. use Keikyu Line to Uraga (16 min.)
3. use Keikyu Bus to Kannonzakiyes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakatsu_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL008.flv.jpgNakatsu ValleyNakatsu Valley (中津峡, nakatsukyo) is the valley located in Okuchichibu, Saitama prefecture. This valley is one of the most popular spot with autumn tint, best to visit in early November. Entire valley is about 10 km long, and 100 m high. It is best scenery of landscape of Saitama. You can enjoy camping, fishing and hiking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many observation spot, and some of them have restroom and gift shop.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station
1. use JR Shonanshinjuku Line to Kumagaya (30 min.)
2. use Chichibu Line to Sanpoguchi (40 min.)
3 use local bus to Osuberi (1 hr.) yes310http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_okuchichibu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL009.flv.jpgLake Okuchichibu MomijiLake Okuchichibu Momiji (奥秩父もみじ湖, okuchichibumomijiko) is dam lake with Takizawa dam. It is located in Okuchichibu, Sasitama prefecture. It was completed by 2008. There are many view spot for watching the dam. Because it is part of Nakatsu valley, in the fall, you can enjoy great autumn tint. The name of the lake is named for that.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station
1. use JR Shonanshinjuku Line to Kumagaya (30 min.)
2. use Chichibu Line to Sanpoguchi (40 min.)
3 use local bus to Takizawa Dam (40 min.) yes125http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamanakako_village/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL016.flv.jpgYamanakako VillageYamanakako Village (山中湖村, yamanakakomura) is located right next to Mt. Fuji. The entire village surrounds Lake Yamanaka. Because the village is located over 1000 m revolution of sea level, it is very cold even in summer.
<b>Filmmaker</b>
Masahiko Tsukuno
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. take Fujikyuko to Fujiyoshida (4 min.)
2. take local bus to Lake Yamanakako (30 min.) yes147http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/Kappabashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL070.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL070.flv.jpgKappabashiKappabashi (合羽橋) is the shopping district where dedicated for kitchen supplies and restaurant items near by Asakusa. Not only Japanese kitchen supply but also all supplies for any country foods. There are over 170 stores and you can buy any kinds of supplies. Because they have even special order supplies which use for only specified cooking method, people form all over the world visit Kapptabashi to get those supplies. All price are very reasonable, too.
<b>Toursit Info.</b>
Visit on weekday. On the weekend, many stores will be closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. use Ginza Line to Tawaramachi (3 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)yes348http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/houraien_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL031.flv.jpgHoraien GardenHoraien Garden (蓬莱園, houraien) is a Japanese garden located in Kowakidani (小涌谷), Kanagawa Prefecture. It is well known for beautiful Azaleas flowers and autumn leaves. THere are 40 kinds 30,000 Azaleas flowers are planted and they will blossom from end of April to middle of May. In the End of November, they will torn to great autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Odawara (7 min.)
2. use Hakone Tozan Line to Kowakidani (48 min.) yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_ashinoko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL032.flv.jpgLake AshinoLake Ashino (芦ノ湖, ashinoko) is caldera lake in Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture. The lake is known for its great views of Mt. Fuji and its numerous hot springs. Several pleasure boats and ferries travels the lake. You can also enjoy fishing, boat riding and hiking in this lake. There are many tourist attraction in Lake Ashino. Hakone town which is the located around lake Ashino is built long time ago for the hotel village on Tokaido road. It was the gate way from Kyoto to enter Kanto area, so there are many historic trace are still preserved. It is the best spot to see Mt. Fuji in Kanagawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many public parking. In the new years day, the University Marathon "Hakone Ekiden" is held.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Odawara (7 min.)
2. use Hakone Tozan Line to Gora (1 hr.)
3. use Hakone Tozan cable car to Togendai yes180http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/isao_kojima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA003.flv.jpgIsao Kojima : Sliver CraftworksSliver craftworks (銀細工) is one of the traditional Japanese metal art form which used many aspects of all Japanese items from Samurai armers and helmets to Geisha accesories. Mr. Isao Kojima (小島功) is now succeeded his father name Nobushige who is the former owner of his sliver craft work.
All his process are traditional Japanese metal work which represent all made by hands work. Mr. Kojima's policy is mading great arts by hands which make his work only one exist in the world. The tradition and his sprits with his ancestors are in his work.
<b>Work samples</b>
"Kanzashi" "Pendant" "Small Scale Bonus Present" yes330http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chisuji_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL033.flv.jpgChisuji FallChisuji Fall (千条の滝, chisujinotaki) is located right next to Horaien in Kowakidani. It is 3m high and 20m wide. The fall itself is very small but the landscape with the waterfall is very beautiful. Especially, in summer you can enjoy great color of green leaves, and in fall, you can enjoy beautiful autumn leaves. There are many hiking courses around this fall.
This fall is found by Mr. Enomoto about 100 years ago. Because the fall has many small waterfalls which look like strings, he named this fall "Chisuji" which means 1000 lines. It is very spiritual place.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
No restroom, no parking.
<b>Access</b>
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Odawara (7 min.)
2. use Hakone Tozan Line to Kowakidani (48 min.)
3. walk south (20 min.) yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_shinsei/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL034.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL034.flv.jpgLake ShinseiLake Shinsei (震生湖) is the newest natural lake in Japan. It is located in Hadano and Nakai in Kanagawa prefecture. It was created in 1923 by Great Kanto earthquake. The name "Shinsei" means "Disaster always happens when people forget about it." Many people visit this lake for fishing. The forest around the lake is preserved, so you can enjoy great hiking with fresh air.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom, but not much grocery shores around.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station
1. use Odaku Odawara Line to Hadano (20 min.)
2. use local bus to Shinseiko (30 min.) yes131http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hijikata_toshizo_shiryokan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL071.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL071.flv.jpgHijikata Toshizo MuseumHijikata Toshizo Museum (土方歳三資料館) is one of the Shinsengumi Museum located in Hino. Mr. Hijikata is the vice commander of Shinsengumi and one of the most popular Samurai in Japan. This museum is located in his descendent house where also he grown up. In the museum, there are many his Samurai sword"和泉守兼定, izuminokami kanesada", armers, forehead metal plate, practice sword of Tennenrishinryu, Tennenrishinryu certificate, letters, poems, and many more his items.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking
Open : 1st and 3rd Sunday, 12pm - 4pm
Fee : 500 yen
Hijikata's Samurai sword exhibits only on May for commemorated the anniversary of his death.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tachikawa Minami Station
1. use Mama monorail to manganji (8 min.)
2. walk south (5 min.) yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sekidenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL072.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL072.flv.jpgSekidenji TempleSekidenji (石田寺) Temple is one of the Shingon Buddhism temple located in Hino. This temple was started in 1361 when people suffering heavy snow. It is also Hino 7 lucky god "福禄寿, Fukurokuju" is enshrined in this temple. Also, the tomb of Toshizo Hijikata (土方歳三) who is the vice commander of Shinsengumi is placed in this temple. The Kaya Tree in the temple is over 400 years.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
No parking. You can visit only the temple and Tomb of Toshizo Hijikata.
<b>Do not take anything with you in the temple, and refrain from talking.</b>
You can buy a stick of incense at the temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tachikawa Minami Station
1. use Mama monorail to manganji (8 min.)
2. walk south (5 min.) yes96http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawasaki_taishi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL035.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL035.flv.jpgHatsumoude at Kawasaki TaishiKawasakitaishi Temple (川崎大師平間寺) is 2nd most famous temple/shrine for New Year Worship (Hatsumode) in Japan. About 3 million visitors visit this temple on New Year's Days.
Good for:
Good Health and no disaster
New Year Events:
0:00 am on New Year's Day
01/20~21 the first worship
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Parking for 700 cars.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station
1. use Keikyu Daishi Line (4 min.)
2. walk west (8 min.) yes296http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hastumoude_samukawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL036.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL036.flv.jpgHatsumoude at Samukawa ShrineSamukawa Shrine (寒川神社) is one of the popular spot for Hatsumode in Kanagawa. About 400,000 visitors visit this shrine for New Year Worship on New Year's Day. It is very famous for great decoration on the gate with the year of Eto Animal. In night, inside of the shrine including the decoration will be lighten up.
Good for:
Opening Luck, Protecting all bad fortunes from land, direction, family, traffic and bad luck year.
New Year Events:
12/31~01/01 New Year's eve Ceremony
01/01 New Year's worship
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking around this Shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Chigasaki (18 min.)
2. use JR Sagami Line to Miyayama (11 min.)
3. walk south (5 min.) yes280http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hatsumoude_kanda/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL075.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL075.flv.jpgHatsumoude at Kanda MyojinKanda Shrine(神田神社) is one of the popular shrine for the new year worship also know as "Hatsumode." About 300,000 visitors visit this shrine for new year's days.
Good for:
Opening luck, business success, protecting from bad luck, finding love, and winning.
New Year Events:
0:00 am on New Year's Day
01/08 The first Ceremony
01/10~12 Daikoku Festival
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
Free Parking space, but no parking on the new year's days.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Cho Line to Ochanomizu (5 min.)
2. work northeast (5 min.) yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/torinoichi_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL073.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL073.flv.jpgTorinoichi FestivalTorinoichi Festival (酉の市) at Nishi Araitaishi Temple (西新井大師) is the last Torinoichi Festival of the year hold in Tokyo. Torinoichi Festival is the festival Held by Ootori Shrine. In Kanto, people buy their Japanese luck amulets in Torinoichi. It is an annual festival in Kanto. They held in day of Tori of Eto Animal. The day will be change every year.
Torinoichi Festival at Nishi Araitaishi is the last festival to buy Kumade in the year. It is also called Osamenotaishi (納めの大師). Not only Kumade stores but also there are many food stands are opened in this festival. You can enjoy great design of Kumade here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many Kumade stores and other food stands are open.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. use Hibiya Line To Nishiarai (18 min.)
2. use Tobu Taishi Line (2 min.) yes225http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/misaka_touge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL017.flv.jpgMisaka Mt.PassMisaka Mt.Pass (御坂峠, misaka touge) is one of the great view spot of Mt.Fuji in Yamanashi Prefecture. It is 1310m high. There is great tea house called Tengachaya (天下茶屋) where you can eat great Hoto and drink green tea. Matsutake is also one of the famous menu in this tea house. There are couple of hiking courses reached the spot for view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a few parking space where you can park. There are couple attraction in this spot.
1. Memorial Tree with Rainbow Bridge is the best night scenery in Japan.
2. There is small but beautiful white Christmas tree with 200,000 LED lights.
3. You can use photo session service to take photo with your girl/boy friend.
Not only the Christmas, but in the new year's day from 01/01 to 01/12, and Valentine's Day 01/24 to 03/14.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station
1. use Fujikyutozan bus to Tengachaya (40 min.) yes91http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/odaiba_cristmas/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL074.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL074.flv.jpgOdaiba CristmasMemorial Tree with Christmas light up is the main attraction at Odaiba park in Christmas. With the cutting edge technology of LED light, it create beautiful illumination of light decoration. You can enjoy great light attraction with Rainbow Bridg, Tokyo Tower, and Tokyo night light as background.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light show starts 17:00 to 24:00 from beginning of November to Christmas. There are many photo spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Yamanote (JR) to Shinbashi (3 min.)
2. use Yurikamome to Odaiba Kaihin Koen (13 min.) yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/roubai_no_sato/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL009.flv.jpgRoubai no satoRoubai no sato (ろうばいの郷) is the garden where you can enjoy "Robai (Wintersweet)" located in Annaka, Gunma. It was opened about 30 years ago and planted 12,000 Robai trees in this garden. Robai blossom in January to early February. Robai has not only great yellow color, but also enjoy great smell of sweet.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking is free. 300 yen for admission.
Open: 12/21 to end of Feb.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station
1. use JR Ryoge Line to Takasaki (14 min.)
2. use JR Shinetsu Line to Nishimatuida (26 min.)
3. take a cab to Robai yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minato_mirai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL037.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL037.flv.jpgMinato Mirai 21Minato Mirai 21 (みなとみらい21) , also known as MM21, is a large urban shopping and entertainment district right next to Yokohama Station. The name means "Habor Future 21st century. Built largely on reclaimed land, the area now features the Landmark Tower, the tallest skyscraper in Japan, the Queen's Square shopping mall, Pacifico convention center, excellent Hotels and more. There are also many entertainment facilities, such as museum, theatre and amusement park, as well as many restaurant.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking spaces. Access, easily from Tokyo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama St.
1. use Minato Mirai Line to Minato Mirai (4 min.) yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nihondaira/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI015.flv.jpgNihondaira HillNihondaira Hill(日本平) is one of the best 100 landscape in Japan located in Shizuoka Prefecture. It was chosen the best travel spot in Japan in 1980. On the top of the Hill, you can enjoy great view of Mt. Fuji, Shimizu port, and Suruga bay. Also, on the other size you can view great Japanese South Apine. The hill is 308m high.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restaurant on the top of the hill. There are many tourist attractions, Golf Course, Museum, Hotels, and farm in Nihondaira.
<b>Access</b>
0. Sizuoka Station
1. use local bus to Nihondaira yes71http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_setsubun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT005.flv.jpgHow To SetsubunSetsubun (節分) is the oldest seasonal custom in Japan. Setsubun is a day before spring begins in old Japanese season, which is February 3.yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/samurai_ashikaga/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN006.flv.jpgSamurai assembledSamurai assembled in Ashikaga. Yoroi Toshikoshi (鎧年越) is the one of the most unique Setsubun event in Japan. Over 150 people wear Samurai Armors and march to Banna temple (鑁阿寺). At Banna temple, they throw soy bean like usual Setsubun Festival. This festival is originally started 13th century, and re-started in 1915. Their are many people wears various kinds of Samurai armors
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
If you want to join and wear the armors, call 0284-41-2627.
Date: February 3 from 19:00 to 20:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Sation (Gunma Prefecture)
1. use Ryomo Line to Ashikaga (1 hr.)
2. walk north (5 min.) yes345http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/saiko_ice_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL019.flv.jpgSaiko Ice-tree festivalSaiko Ice-tree festival (西湖樹氷祭り) is one of ice event held in Lake Sai in winter. There are many ice-tree which beautifully lighten up at night. In this event, you can enjoy great food of Lake Sai especially Himemasu. Himemasu is the rare fish which you can eat only certain place in this season. You can't buy this fish at the market place. If you want to see great art of ice with Mt. Fuji, this is the best event.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free parking. This event is held very short time. Usually, it is opened in the 1st week of February at Lake Sai forest park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. Use local bus to Nebaminshuku (40 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.) yes238http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_valentine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT006.flv.jpgHow to ValentineJapanese Valentine's day is very unique!
From the end of January, you will see sales sign of Valentine’s day every where. You may wander why every one sales only chocolate.
Japanese Valentine’s day is based on this rule. Girls give boys who they have love interest chocolate for showing their love to the boys. Giving chocolate is simply means “I love you.” So, it is the girls event. So, Japanese Valentine’s day rule: only girls give boys chocolate. No girls to girls or boys to girls. It will make nasty surprise to every one. You don’t want that. Worst things you can do is boys give boys chocolate. If you don’t know the rule, please don’t do it.yes269http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/red_fuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL018.flv.jpgAka FujiAka Fuji (赤富士, red Mt. Fuji) is one of the favorite face of Mt. Fuji. When the sky is clear, the red light from sunset lighten Mt. Fuji and Mt. Fuji colored by red. This Aka Fuji phenomenon is one of the beautiful face of Mt. Fuji. The world famous Uyukiyoe artist Hokusai Katsushika made his work with Akafuji. Now days, people still take a photograph to catch the beautiful moment of Mt. Fuji. Lake Motosu is one of the best view spot of Mt. Fuji which even becomes the art work of Japanese bill, and of course you can enjoy great Aka Fuji, here at Lake Motosu.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. Use local bus to Motosuko (40 min.)yes92http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_kawaguchi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL020.flv.jpgLake KawaguchiLake Kawaguchi (河口湖, kawaguchiko) is the one of the five lakes around Mt. Fuji. It is the second biggest lakes, and it has longest shore line. A lot of family activities take place in Lake Kawaguchi. Lake Kawaguchi is the famous destination for family trip, so there many hotels around. Lake Kawaguchi is the only Lake which developed as tourist attraction in Fuji Five Lakes.
Access
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. walk north (10 min.)yes159http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jougashima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL038.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL038.flv.jpgJogashima IslandJogashima Island (城ヶ島) is the biggest island of Kanagawa which located at the end of Miura Peninsula. Jogashima offers great seafood, especially Suhi and Sashimi. At the fish market stores, you can buy many fish products, and a couple of fishes are very rare which you can buy at certain spots in Japan. For example, Tuna’s Tomi(頭身, small meat of Tuna’s head) is the most delicious part of Tuna which you cannot buy or eat at Tokyo.
Jogashima is one of few spots in Kanto where you can see beautiful Sunrise and Sunset. Especially, you can see beautiful Sunset with Mt. Fuji and Pacific Ocean at the same time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
100 yen for the bridge to access this island by car. There are many restaurants and Hotels.
<b>Access</b>
0. Yokosuka Station
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kurihama (10 min.)
2. use Keikyu Line to Misakiguchi (10 min.)
3. use local bus to Jogashima (30 min.)yes266http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawazu_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI016.flv.jpgKawazu CherryBlossom FestivalThe Kawazu cherry blossoms(河津桜, kawazu zakura) bloom from early February through early March, for about a month. The Kawazu cherry trees have the characteristic of large pink flowers. The rows of the chery trees, “Kawazu-zakura Namiki,” continue along the Kawazu River for about three kilometers, starting from the river mouth near the Kawazu Station to Mine Onsen. You will enjoy great pink flowers of Kawazu zakura for both side of Kawazu river.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking and food stands.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami Station
1. use JR Ito line to Kawazu Station (1 hr. 16 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)yes243http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mine_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI017.flv.jpgMine Onsen Daifuntou ParkMine Onsen Daifunto Park (峰温泉 大噴湯公園) is largest hot spring in Asia. Every one hour they have great hot spring which goes up to 30m high. It will keep springing about 1 minutes, and amount of hot water is 600 ℓ par minutes. You can eat Onsen Egges boiled with hot spring.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking: 500 yen
Hot spring show: 9:30 10:30 11:30 12:30 13:30 14:30 15:30
No Spring on Tuesday and Fridayyes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/senga_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL010.flv.jpgSenga fallSenga fall (仙ヶ滝, sengadaki) is the waterfall located in upper part of Tsukumo river, Gunma. It has 15m high. You can also enjoy great autumn color or deep green in summer. It named for the princess Osen who jumped in this fall when her Matsuida Castle was fallen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parkings, but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okurayama_plum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL040.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL040.flv.jpgOkurayama Plum ParkOkurayama Plum Park (大倉山梅林, okurayama bairin) is small but very popular plum flower spot in Kanagawa prefecture. It has about 30 kinds 200 Ume tree (Japanese plum). You can enjoy beautiful plum colors of red, pink and white with sweet smell. They bloom from end of February to middle of March. On the end of February, the park has festival which you can enjoy traditional dance and music.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There are public restroom, but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Okurayama (10 min.)
2. walk north (3 min.) yes215http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soga_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL042.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL042.flv.jpgSoga Japanese Plum ForestSoga "Ume," Japanese plum, Forest (曽我梅林, Soga Bairin) is one of the biggest Ume Hanami Spot in Kanto which located in Odawara, Kanagawa. It is also one of the 50 best landscape of Kanagawa. It has over 35,000 Ume trees planted in this forest. Soga Bairin is actually the Ume farm and it open for Hanami during the blossom season. There is festival with food stands and poem events. At the food stands, you can buy tasty local foods of Soga. With the clear sky, you can also watch Mt. Fuji from this forest.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking. Admission is free.
You can buy Ume trees here.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station.
1. use JR Gotenba Line to Shimosoga (4 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.) yes263http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yugawara_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL041.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL041.flv.jpgYugawara Ume ParkYugawara Ume Park (湯河原梅林, Yugawara bairin) is one of the biggest "Ume," Japanese plum, park in Kanto. It is located at the southern part of Mt. Hakone. The park has over 4,000 Ume trees. During the end of February to beginning of March, there are festival and beautiful light-up for Ume trees. Because the park is located on the mountain, you can enjoy all ume trees at once from either lower angle of upper angle. At the festival, there is Japanese drum performance by local high school.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are public parking (500 yen), but during the season, it would take a couple of hours to park. So, we recommend here by train.
Admission fee: 200 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Yugawara (24 min.)
2. use local bus to Yugawara bairin (15 min.), there is shuttle bus during the season. yes314http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/natatsuro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL039.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL039.flv.jpgCape NagatsuroCape Nagatsuro (長津呂崎, nagaturo saki) is one of the small cape of Jogashima island. At Cape Nagatsuro, you can see great view of Pacific Ocean with Izu Peninsula and Mt. Fuji. Especially, the sunset is one of the best you can see in Kanto area. There are many hiking courses, but the cape is mostly slippy rocks. So, you have to pick up your shoes for hiking here. Also, you can enjoy fishing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
All the landscape is chosen as the national treasure of Kangawa prefecture.
One of the best fishing spot in Kanagawa.
<b>Access</b>
0. Yokosuka Station
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kurihama (10 min.)
2. use Keikyu Line to Misakiguchi (10 min.)
3. use local bus to Jogashima (30 min.) yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamanaka_winter/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL021.flv.jpgWinter of Lk. YamanakaFishing at Lake Yamanaka in the Winter is fun! Water and are is pure. When Lake Yamanaka frozen up, you can also enjoy ice fishing for "Wakasagi,"Nipponensis, which is very tasty for tenpura. You can rent a boat and enjoy fishing all day long.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Wakasagi is very delicate fish. You have to carry them with ice-water. It lose its freshness easily with warm water.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. take Fujikyuko to Fujiyoshida (4 min.)
2. take local bus to Lake Yamanakako (30 min.) yes206http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/keihin_kogyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL043.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL043.flv.jpgKeihin Industrial DistrictKeihin Industrial District (京浜工業地帯, keihin kogo chitai) is the one of the biggest industrial district in Japan. You can see great factories and plantations with beautiful light-up at night! Feel the most efficient artwork which mankind ever build.
<b>Caution</b>:
Keihin Industrial District is not the tourist spot. Be very aware for NOT ENTERING in side of the factories, and even on the street, try not to disturb the workers there. At night, it is also very dangerous because it is very dark. When you are into those scenery, keep in mind that this is not tourist attraction.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki station
1. use JR Tsurumi line to any where. yes317http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aso_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL012.flv.jpgAso FallsAso Falls (麻苧の滝, asonotaki) is one of the waterfalls in Annaka City. It is about 40 m high. This waterfall is also known as Ichimeiasahi fall. There are six other waterfalls around Aso Falls. Those waterfalls are located in Mt. Myogi which is rock mountain, so the scenery of this waterfall is the great harmony of water and rock. In Gunma prefecture, there are over 50 waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There are parking and restroom at the entrance.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (14 min.)
2. use JR Shinetsu Line to Yokokawa (22 min.)
3. walk south west (15 min.) yes188http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akima_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL011.flv.jpgAkima Plum ForestAkima Plum Forest (秋間梅林, akimabairin) is one of the major Japanese Plume spot in Gunma Prefecture. It is also well known in Kanto area. In Akima Bairin, over 3,5000 "Ume," Japanese Plums are planted. This forest is actually the plum farm for Ume. During the Ume blossom season, the farmers sale great Ume products here, especially Ume Boshi, salty plum, is very delicious.
From the end of February to middle of March, there are many kinds of festival are held in here.
<b>Tousit Indo.</b>
There are many food stand and gift shops open during the festival.
Free parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (14 min.)
2. use JR Shinetsu Line to Annaka Station (22 min.)
3. use Local bus to Akima Bairin (20 min.) yes286http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sumpu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI018.flv.jpgSumpu CastleSumpu Castle (駿府城, sumpujo) is the flatland castle in Shizuoka, and one of the 100 best castle of Japan. Sumpu Castle was built by Ieyasu Tokugawa who was the first Shogun of Tokugawa government in 1585. Entire moat and some of the rock walls are still preserved original shape. Currently, it is reconstructed as the park, but at the east gate, the beautiful masugata gate was reconstructed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station
1. walk north (10 min.) yes304http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jujo_ginza/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL076.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL076.flv.jpgJujo GinzaJujo Ginza (十条銀座) Shopping District is a shopping district located in Kita Ward and one of the three biggest Ginza in Tokyo along with Ebara Ginza and Sunamachi Ginza. This shopping district was built in 1938 and renewed in 1977. There is also Fujimi Ginza ( 富士見銀座) shopping district right next to Jujo Ginza. In these Ginza, you can enjoy great Japanese everyday dishes for very reasonable prices. 1000 yen will be enough money to check out all kinds of Japanese food.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Over 150 stores in Jujo and Fushimi Ginza.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station
1. use JR Saikyo Line to Jujo Station (10 min.)
2. exit on west entrance yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/komagadake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL044.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL044.flv.jpgMt. KomagatakeMt. Komagatake (箱根駒ケ岳, hakone komagatake) is the tallest mountain at Mt. Hakone in Kanagawa prefecture. It has 1327m high and you can reach to the top by ropeway. At the top of Mt. Komagatake, you can enjoy great view of Mt. Fuji and Lake Ashino. You can also view the Sagami Bay and Izu Peninsula. There are many hiking courses to reach the top. There is Hakone Motomiya Shrine at the peak of the mountain.
<b>Tousit Info.</b>
Ropeway:
Round trip: 1050 yen for adult, 530 yen for kid.
One way: 620 yen for adult, 320 for kid.
There is group discount for the tickets.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Izuhakone Bus to Hakoneen (1hr. 20 min.)yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/masaki_yamakoshi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SM001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SM001.flv.jpgMasaki Yamakoshi: Sword masterSword Master Masaki Yamakoshi-sensei (山越正樹) is 20th grand master of Muso Jikiden Eishin-ryu Yamauchi Style (無双直伝英信流山内派). He had started “居合道, Iaido” (the sword fighting) when he was 17. Since then, he has over 43 years of experience. Even after the master degree of the sword style, he still pursues the truth of real sword fighting which he had succeeded from his teacher. Because he stays on the right line of traditional sword fighting from this style, his skills and technique are exactly the same as the old traditional sword fighting style. More over, he also teaches and practices to make his sword skill better and more practical.yes747http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/engakuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL045.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL045.flv.jpgEngakuji TempleEngakuji temple (円覚寺) is Rinzai Buddhism Temple which originally built by Tokimune Hojo. is one of the most important Zen Buddhist temple complexes in Japan and is ranked second among Kamakura's Five Mountains. The temple was founded in 1282 by a Chinese Zen monk at the request of the then ruler of Japan, the regent Hōjō Tokimune after he had repelled a Mongolian invasion in the period 1274 to 1281. Tokimune Hojo is also known as the Zen master, so Engakuji temple is very famous for zen ( 禅). There are 18 brunch temples, tea house and gardens.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission fee: 300 yen
There is parking
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kita-Kamakura (2 min.)
0. walk north (1 min.)yes287http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/port_sajima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL046.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL046.flv.jpgPort SajimaPort Sajima (佐島港, sajimako) is small port town located west side of Miura Peninsula. Sajima has rich history which first appears on letters over 600 years ago. Now, it is small fish port where you can enjoy fishing and get fresh fishes. There are a couple of fish market right next to the port. At those fish markets, you can buy fresh local fishes. Moreover, those fish markets runs also seafood restaurants. So, you can eat delicious Sushi and Sashimi, there.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is not much parking space. Fish markets are mostly open until 6 pm.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Zushi (4 min.)
2. use Keikyu Bus to Sajima Marrinayes340http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_temakizushi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT007.flv.jpgHow To TemakisushiMustLoveJapan presents "How to make Temakizushi (手巻き寿司). Temakizushi is family style sushi roll which you can make easily and cheaply. Temakizushi usually takes fishes as the ingredients and some salad. However, one of the exciting things about Temakizushi is you can add whatever kinds of your favorit foods. It doesn't have to be fish. For example, you can add steaks, burgers or pork.yes300http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_meguro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL078.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL078.flv.jpgHanami at Meguro RiverMeguro River (目黒川, megurogawa) has about 830 Sakura on the riverside. From the Ikejiriohashi to Meguro which is about 3.2km becomes Sakura Promenade. Because it is great location for People live in Tokyo and Yokohama, many people have Hanami party here at night especially on Friday night after they finish their work. It is one of the famous Hanami spot in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stand and light up at night.
<b>Access</b>
Nearest stations are, Ikejiriohashi, Nakameguro and Meguro of Tokyu Line.
0. at Shibuya
1. use Denentoshi Line to Ikejiriohashi ( 2 min.)
2. use Toyoko Line to Nakameguro (4 min.)
3. use JR Yamanote Line to Meguro (8 min.)yes199http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/wakamiya_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA013.flv.jpgWakamiya Oji StreetWakamiya Oji Street (若宮大路) is the Sando (worship road) leading to Turugaoka Hachimangu Shrine. It is very famous for Sakura Tunnel street. Many people who visit Kamakura during the cherry blossom enjoy this beautiful sakura tunnel, and worship at Turugaoka Hachimangu Shrine. This sando was built about over 800 years ago for an easy delivery of Masako Hojo who was the wife of Yoritomo Minamoto, the first Shogun of Kamakura government.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are light up with lenturns at Night duirng the cherry blossom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station
1. walk east (1 min.)yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kinugasayama_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA014.flv.jpgKinugasayama ParkKinugasayama Park (衣笠山公園, kinugasayamakouen) is one of the 100 best hanami spots in Japan located in Yokosuka, Kanagawa. It has about 2,000 Sakura (Cherry Blossom) and tell Miura Peninsula the arrival of Spring. At the end of March to begining of April, there is Sakura festival, and many people visit here for Hanami party. During this period, there are many lanterns, and they are up until the morning. This park is also ruins of Kinugasa Castle. At the top of the mountain, there is observation stand where you can see great view of Yokosuka, and Tokyo bay.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking but closed during the sakura festival. Restrooms are avalable.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line toKinugasa Station( 4 min.)
2. walk south (20 min.)yes284http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_odawara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA015.flv.jpgHanami at Odawara CastleOdawara Castle(小田原城, odawarajo) is the one of the 100 best Hanami(花見) Spots in Japan. There are about 350 Sakura (桜,Cherry Blossom) surrounding the main keep and moat of Odawara Castle. At night, the castle and Sakura will be lighten up and you can enjoy great Yozakura (night sakura). There is Sakura Festival on the weekend, which you can enjoy traditional dance and music.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station
1. walke west (10 min.)yes369http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_shiroyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA016.flv.jpgHanami at Shiroyama ParkShiroyama Park (城山公園, shiroyamakouen) is hanami spot in Odawara. It has about 350 Sakura. This park is very small but it has wide space for Hanami party. There are even lanterns for Yozakura. There is Odawara Sakura Festival during the Cherry Blossom. There are many sports facilities in this park. So, also this is very nice spot for excising with Hanami.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up: 18:00 to 22:00
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station
1. walke north (15 min.)yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_yasukuni/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA017.flv.jpgHanami at Yasukuni ShrineYasukuni Shrine is one of the most popular hanami(花見) spots in Tokyo. There are about 600 Sakura (桜, Cherry Blossom), and the announcement of Cherry Blossom is based on how much Sakura blooms in Yasukuni Shrne. During the end of March to beginning of April, there is Sakura festival. In Sakura festival, there is Sumo match, and many interesting events are held. Also, for Yozakura, many lanterns are placed in the Shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Lanterns are up for 24 hours. Many food stands will open.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. walk north to Tozai Line Otemachi station (4 min.)
2. use Tozai Line to Kudanshita (5 min.)
3. walk northwest (5 min.)yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_edogawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA018.flv.jpgHanami at Edogawa ParkEdogawa park (江戸川公園, edogawakouen) is very traditional Hanami(花見) spot in Tokyo. It was already famous for Hanami spot in the end of Edo period. At the riverside of Kanda river, there are many beautiful Sakura (桜, Cherry Blossom). The reflection of Sakura on Kanda River is very famous and beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light up 17:30 to 21:00. 2 restrooms.
No fire allowed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station
1. use Yurakucho Line to Edogawabashi (10 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)yes174http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aokigahara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL022.flv.jpgAokigahara JukaiAokigahara Jukai (青木ヶ原樹海), also known as Fuji sea of forest, is the biggest and the only forest made top on lava in Japan. Because its unique environment, Aokigahara Jukai has very unique Ecosystem. Most of trees of Jukai are over 200 years old, and they cover the field of lava.
Aokigahara Jukai is the most popular suicid spot in Japan. Because legend said, once you lost in Jukai, nobody will find you.
However, this legend is based on the novel, and Jukai has many hiking courses and many people visit here for weekend hiking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Jukai spread wide, so there are many hiking courses. However, because it is made top on lava, out side of the courses are very rough and dangerous. So, when you enjoy hiking, stay in the course.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko
1. use local bus to either Lake Sai, or Lake Shoji.yes202http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/saiko_bat_cave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL023.flv.jpgSaiko Bat CaveSaiko Bat Cave(西湖蝙蝠穴, saikokoumoriana) is the biggest cave around Mt. Fuji, and it has over 350 m length. This cave is made by Mt. Fuji’s lava. So, entire grand and walls formed instant cool down of lava. Because the temperature in the cave is very steady through the year, it becomes nests for natural bats. There are three kinds of bats inhibit in this cave.
There many lava domes, lava stalactite and lava plates in this cave.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom
Admission fee: 300 yen for adult, 150 yen for kids. There is a group discount from 20.
Open: 9:00 to 15:00, 3/20 to 11/30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station
1. use local bus to Fuketsu mae.
2. walk north (20 min.)yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwaneyama_tsutsuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL010.flv.jpgIwaneyama Tsutsuji GardenIwaneyama Tsutsuji Garden (岩根山つつじ園, iwaneyamatsutsujien) is flower garden located in Nagatoro, Saitama. It has over 1,000 Tsutsuji (Rhododendron) trees in this garden, and in the beginning of April they bloom beautiful purple flowers. When all flowers bloom, entire mountain will be colored by deep purple. Also, there are some Cherry Blossom which bloom almost the same time. Original Tsutsuji trees are planted in Sengoku period (450 years ago). Now, you can enjoy great flower tunnel in this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 500 yen
Open: 8:00 to 17:00 April 1 to middle of April
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya Sation
1. use Chichibu Line to Nogami (45 min.)
2. walk east (40 min.)yes199http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_minoyama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL011.flv.jpgHanami at Minoyama ParkMinoyama Park (美の山公園, minoyamakouen) is one of the Sakura (Cherry Blossom) Spots in Saitama, located in Chichibu. It has over 10,000 Sakura. The park is located on the top of Mt. Mino (蓑山, 586m high). The park is opened in 1979 as a concept of making new Sakura Spot in Saitama. Not only Sakura, but there are also Tsutsuji, and Ajisai. So, you can enjoy Hanami (flower viewing) from April to June.
<b>Toursit Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Food shop is open in the park.
There is no trash can. Bring it back with you.
No fire.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya Station
1. use Chichibu Line to Wadokuroya (1 hr.)
2. walk east (1 hr. 30 min.)yes119http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hachiko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL079.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL079.flv.jpgHachiko-maeHachiko-mae (ハチ公前) is the most famous meeting spot in Tokyo. Hachiko-mae is the spot in front of bronze statues of Chuken Hachiko(忠犬ハチ公, faithful dog Hachiko) in Shibuya Station. Hachiko, was Akita dog born in the city of Akita, remembered for his loyalty to his owner, even many years after his owner’s death. The bronze statues was dedicated for this loyal dog. Thousands of people use this spot as the meeting point, especially Friday and Saturday night, the bronze statues will be packed with a huge amount of people. It is the most known symbol of Shibuya as well as the pedestrian scramble.
<b>Tourst Info.</b>
There is smoking area for all smokers. Public restroom is far from Hachiko-mae.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station
1. walk out at Hachiko-mae entrance.yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyowan_kannon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL004.flv.jpgTokyo-Wan KannonTokyo Wan Kannon(東京湾観音) is one of Kannon Statue located in Futtsu, Chiba. It is 56m high, and built in 1961 for the world peace by Masae Usami. The statue face the entrance of Tokyo Bay. Inside of the statue is open for everyone and at the observation stand, you can see great view of Tokyo Bay.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission fee: 500 yen for adult, 400 yen for minor, and 300 yen for kids.
There is group discount.
There is parking.
No pet.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu station
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Sanukicho (20 min.)
2. walk north (40 min.)
3. or use local bus to Tokyowan Kannon.yes99http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nihonji_daibutsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL002.flv.jpgNihonji DaibutsuNihonji Daibutsu (日本寺大仏, the Great Buddha of Nihonji Temple) is Stone Buddha statue of Nihonji Temple. It has 31m high and as the sitting great Buddha statue, Hinonji Daibutsu is the biggest Daibutsu in Japan. Original statue was built in 1783. However, around the end of Edo period, the damage by weathering, it lost almost the all shape until 1966. In 1969, it has been fixed.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission fee: 600 yen. There is parking. Daibutsu is located in Nihonji Temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu Station
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Hota (38 min.)
2. walk north (30 min.)yes88http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tateyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL003.flv.jpgTateyama CastleTateyama Castle(館山城) is the Hilltop castle located in Tateyama, Chiba. The original castle was built in 1580 by Yoshitomo Satomi. It was been reconstructed in 1982 and the entire castle is now called Shiroyama Park. The main keep which stands on the top of the hill is the Satomi Hakkenden (里見八犬伝) museum, and the third floor is the observation stands which you can see great view of Tokyo Bay and Boso Peninsula. The hill is well preserved as the original shape of the hilltop castle, such as stone wall, moat and service area. The hill is only 70m high and the park has small zoo, playground, and flower gardens.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission fee for the museum: 150 yen for adult, 80 yen for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu Station
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Tateyama (1 hr. 9 min.)
2. use local bus to Shiroyama Parkyes152http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/umi_hotaru/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL005.flv.jpgUmi-HotaruUmi-Hotaru (海ほたる), literary means the firefly of sea, is the artificial island in the middle of Tokyo Bay. It is the resting area located in the middle of Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line(東京湾アクアライン). Umi-Hotaru is very popular night-scene spot where you can enjoy the great city light of Tokyo. Umihotaru itself also have many light-up demonstrations. For example, there is firefly light up at the north-west side of the island. There are many restaurants, gift shops and other entertainment facilities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking is free, but you have to pay the toll fee for Aqua-Line.
No gas station.
<b>Access</b>
There is a couple of shuttle bus at Kawasaki Station.yes94http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nokogiri_yama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL001.flv.jpgMt. Nokogiri-yamaMt. Nokogiri-yama (鋸山) is the stone-mountain located in Awa, Chiba. The Entire mountain is inside of the Nihonji Temple(日本寺). There is the wonderful landscape of Tokyo Bay, Boso Peninsula, and Miura Peninsula at the top of this mountain. From the famous cliff spot, Jigokunozoki(地獄覗き), literary means hell watch stand, you can see the bottom of the cliff from out standing rock. There are over 1,500 Buddha statues, great Buddha and great Kannon in this mountain.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
Admission fee: 600 yen.
You can use the ropeway to visit the top of the mountain, but the great Buddha is located in the lower part of the mountain. Using the ropeway, exit on Hanakanaya Station.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Kisarazu Station
2. use JR Uchibo Line to Hota (38 min.)
3. walk north (30 min.)
4. use also the ferry from Kurihama, Yokosuka is convenient. yes344http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/geisha_cafe/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL080.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL080.flv.jpgGeisha CafeGeisya Cafe (ゲイシャカフェ) is the photo studio where you can take a picture of yourself wearing Japanese traditional wigs, such as Samurai, Geisya or Maiko, and Kimono, the Japanese cloth. At Geisya Cafe, they prepare everything for you, so you just visit there. So, if you want to try Japanese wig and kimono, visit Geisya Cafe.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Photo session with the wig and kimono: Lady
Geisya (2 poses): 12,600 yen
Ooku (2 poses): 10,500 yen
Wedding (2 poses), shiromuku style: 10,500 yen
Wedding (2 poses), Irouchikake style: 10,500 yen
Wedding (3 poses), Shiromuku and Irouchikake: 15,750 yen
Man
Samurai (2 poses): 10,500 yen
Wedding (2 poses): 5,750 yen
Couple
Geisya and Samurai (4 poses): 23,100 yen
Wedding (4 poses): 21,500 yen
Option
Japanese Make up: 4,200 yen
Additional pose: 1,050 yen for each
Additional photo: 1,050 yen for each
You will have 2 sets of photo and entire digital data of photo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Awajicho (3 min.)
2. change Shinjuku Line Ogawamachi (1 min.)
3. use Shijuku LIne to Morishita (7 min.)yes350http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/masahiro_komija/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA006.flv.jpgMasahiro Kojima: Kagura Mask CutterMr. Masahiro Kojima (小島正廣) is "Kagura" (神楽) mask cutter, called "Menuchi" ( 面打ち). He has been producing Japanese traditional masks for "Kagura" and "Noh" for over 30 years. His work is all made by hand and uses traditional way of making "Kagura" mask which has been taken over 1,000 years. Kagura uses the Japanese myth and performed at the shrine during their festival. Unlike Noh, "Kagura" has been loved as the entertainment for all people. Also, Kagura mask has much wider variation and it is able to create the original mask along with the taken story. Mr. Kojima make those "Kagura" masks using original form of the masks and duplicate. Also, you put his own creativity to make new wave of "Kagura" masks. yes563http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hozenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL012.flv.jpgHozenji TempleHozenji Temple(法善寺) is the temple of Rinzai school Buddhism located in Nagatoro, Saitama. This temple was built in 1476 by monk Inseido and Yasukuni Fujita. Fujita was the land master of Tenjin Castle at that time. The main temple was built in 1739. Hozenji Temple, now, is very famous for its Shidare-zakura and other flowers. In the beginning of April, many Sakura bloom. Two Shidare-zakura at the entrance are chosen as the treasure of Nagatoro Town. Hozenji’ is also known as the temple of Fujibakama (Thoroughwort). It will bloom in August to October.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking. Temple close at 6 p.m.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya
1. use Seibu Chichibu Line to Nagatoro (47 min.)
2. walk east (10 min.)yes199http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujima_kanrei_dance/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL081.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL081.flv.jpgFujima Kanrei Japanese Dance schoolFujima Kanrei school of traditional Japanese Dance (藤間勘麗恵日本舞踊教室) is Japanese Dance, called Nihon Buyo, school located in Omori, Tokyo. The style is called Soke-Fujima Ryu (宗家藤間流), which started around the end of 18th century. Soke-Fujima Ryu has been choreographed not only Nihon Buyo, but also "Kabuki" and "Noh" for long time. The school also has dressing Kimono class and fashion of Japanese dresses. It is open for all generation.
<b>To join</b>
No English. Minimum Japanese required.
Trial course for beginners.
Requires appointment by phone.
Phone: 090-9689-4503yes406http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoro_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL006.flv.jpgYoro ValleyYoro Valley (養老渓谷, yorokeikoku) is the valley of Yoro River ( 養老川) located in Boso Peninsula. It is chosen as the 100 best nature of soil in Japan. There are many riverside walkways placed along the river, especially the walking course of Awamata falls offers you the great hiking with the river, waterfalls and beautiful trees of mountain. There are many hotels, hot springs, and gift shops. Many tourist visit this valley during the summer or autumn because it has beautiful green or autumn leaves.
<b>Tousit Info.</b>
The are many parking and hiking courses.
<b>Access</b>
To Kobundo Ruin
1. use JR Sobu Line to Goi (20 min.)
2. use Kominato Line to Yorokeikoku (1 hr.)
3 walk south (30 min.)
To Awamata Waterfalls
1. use JR Sobu Line to Goi (20 min.)
2. use Kominato Line to Yorokeikoku (1 hr.)
3. use local bus to Awamatanotakiyes356http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/awamata_waterfalls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL007.flv.jpgAwamata WaterfallsAwamata Waterfalls (粟又の滝, awamatanotaki) is the most popular waterfalls in Boso Peninsula. It is 30m high, 30m wide and 100 long. Awamata Waterfalls is also known as Yoro Great Falls ( 養老の大滝) because it is located on Yoro River (養老川). There is the riverside walkway for 2 km starts from Awamata Waterfalls. There are many small waterfalls and one of the best scenery in Chiba, especially either June with green leaves or autumn with autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking and restroom. Some people enjoy BBQ
at the riverside.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu Station
1. use JR Sobu Line to Goi (20 min.)
2. use Kominato Line to Yorokeikoku (1 hr.)
3. use local bus to Awamatanotaki
yes218http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oshino_hakkai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL024.flv.jpgOshino HakkaiOshino Hakkai (忍野八海) is the eight springs located in Oshino, Yamanashi. The spring water at Oshino Hakkai is underground water from Mt. Fuji. It begins with the snow on the top of Mt. Fuji. When the snow melts to water, the water sink into deep underground of Mt. Fuji, and filtered by rocks of lava. The water travel over 80 years to finally spring at Oshino Hakkai. After filtration by lava, the water become so pure and contain the large amount of minerals.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking, food stands, restaurant and gift shops are around Oshino Hakkai.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local bus to Oshinohakkai (20 min.) yes156http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nishizawa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL025.flv.jpgNishizawa ValleyNishizawa Valley (西沢渓谷, nishizawakeikoku) is the valley of Fuefuki River(笛吹川) located in north Yamanashi. It is a part of Chichibu-Tama-Kai National park(秩父多摩甲斐国立公園). There are many mountains around the valley, and the valley itself has great hiking course, takes about 4 hours), with the beautiful waterfalls including Nanatsugama-Godan Falls which is one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. Green leaves are very beautiful after the season of cherry blossom, and also the autumn leaves are excellent.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many fee parking around the entrance of hiking course. Their you can get a maps of the hiking courses. The sidewalk of the river is well constructed, so even it is hard river, you can enjoy walking without any heavy duty tracing stuff.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamanashi shi Station.
1. use Shiei bus to Nishizawa keikokuyes326http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nanatsugama_godan_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL026.flv.jpgNanatsugama Godan FallsNanatsugama Godan Falls (七ツ釜五段の滝, nanatsugamagodannotaki) is one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan located in Nishizawa valley, Yamanashi. It is very unique waterfalls. The name literary means, waterfalls of 7 pots and 5 floors. So, it has five continued waterfalls which look like giant stairs. The height of the falls is, from the top, 3m, 4m, 2m, 9m and 20m.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is located at the end of Nishizawa Valley hiking course. Parking and restroom is available.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Yamanashi shi Station.
2. use Shiei bus to Nishizawa keikoku
3. walk hiking course (2 hrs.)
yes207http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_yukata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT008.flv.jpgHow to wear YukataTo enjoy Japanese summer festival, we introduce how to wear "Yukata." Yukata is Japanese light cloth which usually offered at Japanese Hotels. However, it is also tradition to wear it at Japanese summer festival. ( 日本語音声です。是非ビデオを御覧下さい。)yes435http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ocean_view_hill/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL047.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL047.flv.jpgPort-view Hill ParkPort View Park (港の見える丘公園, uminomieruokakouen) is the hill park located at Yokohama Bay Area. It is very famous for night scene of Yokohama City. Therefore, many couple visit this park for their dating. It was originally French embassy, so there are many historical buildings from the old days. There are also British buildings and rose gardens.
<b>Tourist info. </b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Minatomirai Line to Motomachi-Chukagai (15 min.)
2. walk south (7 min.) yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ootaki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL008.flv.jpgOtaki CastleOtaki Castle (大多喜城) is the hill top castle located in Otaki, Chiba. It was built in 1521 by Nobukiyo Mariyatsu. In 1590, Tadakatsu Honda(本多忠勝), the great general of Ieyasu, moved in this castle to control Satomi Family and built stronger castle at the same place. However, the tensyu-kaku, the main keep, was burned in 1842 and never be built. Current Tenshu-kaku was built in 1966 based on the original design note which is not based on the castle built by Honda, but the original one by Mariyatsu. However, there is no qualified proof that Tenshu-kaku was existed.
The current Castle is now also used as the museum which has great samurai sword and armors including historic notes.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission fee: 200 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station
1. use JR Sotobo Line to Ohara (1hr. 4min.)
2. use Izumino Line to Otaki (33 min.)
3. walk east (15 min.)yes102http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kururi_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL009.flv.jpgKururi CastleKururi Castle (久留里城) is the mountain castle located in Kimitsu, Chiba. It was built in 1456 by Takeda Family, and owned by Satomi Family long time. Tenshu-kaku, the main keep, is located at the top of the mountain, 145m high, and there is reconstructed Tenshu-kaku. This is one of the typical strong mountain castle, if you climb up from one of the hiking course, you can see great ruins of the castle and easily imagine how it’s constructed as strong castle. At the Honmaru area, you can see great view of Kururi town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom. At the Ninomaru, there is museum and admission is free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu Station.
1. use JR Kururi Line to Kururi (43min.)
2. walk east (30 min.)yes174http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB009.flv.jpgKashimaKashima (鹿嶋) is located in south-east of Ibaraki prefecture. It was developed for the welcome town of Kashima Shrine. Legend said, Kashima Shrine was built in 660 B.C.E. This area is very spiritual place in Japan, especially martial arts and battle because entire area is enshrined Kakemikazuchi, the god of war. So, many samurai and shogun had visited this shrine for the history of Japan.
In 1489, Bokuden Tsukahara (塚原卜伝) who is the strongest samurai in the history was born. He was entitled “Kensehi” (剣聖, the god of sword), the highest rank of Samurai Master. Even famous Musashi Miyamoto wasn’t entitled as Kensei. Now, the spirits of his sword is still exist here, and many sword masters visit Kashima and his tumb.
Kashima is also the city of industry. There are many industrial districts exist. Also, Because Kashima is located between Lake Kitaura and Kashima Beach, there are many fish market which offers great selection of fishes. At Kashima Beach, many people visit here and enjoy fishing and surfing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Around Kashima shrine, there are many restaurants which has very long history.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuchiura Station
1. use JR Joban Line to Mito (57 min.)
2. use Kashima Rinkai Line to Kashima Jingumae (1 hr. 18 min.)yes191http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katori_jingu_shotengai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL010.flv.jpgKatori Jingu Shopping DistrictKatori Jingu Shopping District(香取神宮商店街) is located in Katori, Chiba. It is also the omote sando leading to Katori Shrine. What is the special about this shopping district is Yakuotoshi Dango (厄落しだんご). There are many dango, Japanese sweet rice cake, shops in this district.
What is Yakuotoshi Dango? It is the spiritual food to serve the god of Katori Shrine. There for Dango, here, has power to protect from disaster.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many dango shops. There are free parking and public restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Katori (43 min.)
2. use local bus to Katori Jinguyes222http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bunkyo_ajisai_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL082.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL082.flv.jpgBunkyo Ajisai FestivalBunkyo Ajisai Festival (文京あじさいまつり) is one of the five major festival of Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo. It is held at Hakusan Shrine during the beginning of June. There are about 3,000 Ajisai bloom in this Shrine. Hakusan Shrine is also well known for the god of dental care. Many people who has problem with their teeth, visit here and pray for their teeth recovery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. Admission is free.
<a>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station.
1. use Marunouchi Line to Korakuen (6 min.)
2. use Mita Line to Hakusan (2 min.)
3. walke west (1 min.)yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashima_jingu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB010.flv.jpgKashima ShrineKasihma Shrine (鹿島神宮, kashimajingu) is the one of the oldest Japanese shrine located in Kashima, Ibaraki. The shrine appears in Japanese myth and it said Kasihma Shrine was built in B.C.E. 660 by the first Japanese Emperor Jinmu. Kashima Shrine enshrines Takemikazuchi (武甕槌神) who is the god of warrior. Kashima Shrine and Katori Shrine, which enshrines Futsunushi no kami (経津主神) who is also the god of warrior, are the sacred place for all martial arts and worriors in Japan. Therefore. many Dojo (Japanese martial arts school) have their spiritual scrolls for their success and eternal prosperity. Because the shrine is the sacred place for all samurai and warrior, many samurai and shogun worshiped this shrine.
Bokuden Tsukahara (塚原卜伝), “Sensei, the highest rank of sword master,” was born in Kashima and he found out the truth of sword at this shrine. After his death, many samurai and sword master, even today, visit Kashima Shrine for their success of their sword.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking. 2nd Sunday of June, the shrine has budo (martial arts) festival. The sacred items of Kashima Shrine are powerful for all martial artists.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station (Chiba Prefecture)
1. use JR Narita Line to Sawara (40 min.)
2. use JR Kashima Line to Kashima Jingu (24 min.)
3. walk south (10 min.)yes275http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sawara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL012.flv.jpgSawaraSawara (佐原) is located in, Chba, and because it was called Little Edo, there are still many classic style buildings. Therefore, Sawara still has the look of Little Edo. Because of the unique look and Katori Shrine is located close to Sawara, it is very popular travels spots of Northern Chiba. At Ono River, which runs through the middle of Sawara, you can enjoy classic Edo Style of boat ridding, and many of Edo style buildings are now used as the restaurants, hotels, gift shops and food stands.
Another unique feature of Sawara is Sake Brewery. There are a couple of Sake Breweries which exist over 300 years, and they still use the original facilities. They have free factory observation.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
In July and October, there are big festival with “Dashi.” They are counted as three major festival of Kanto.
There is almost no public parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station
1. use JR Narita Line to Sawara (30 min.)yes212http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katori_jingu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL011.flv.jpgKatori ShrineKatori Shrine (香取神宮, katorijingu) is one of the oldest Japanese Shrine located in Kator, Chiba. The shrine appears in Japanese myth and it said Kasihma Shrine was built in B.C.E. 643 by the first Japanese Emperor Jinmu. Katori Shrine enshrines Futsunushi no Kami (経津主神), the god of warrior. As well as, Kashima Shrine, Katori Shrine is very important place for all Japanese martial artists. Many Dojo (Japanese martial arts school) have their spiritual scrolls for their success and eternal prosperity.
Katori Shrine is also very important shrine for all Japanese Kenjutsu-ka, martial artists who do Japanese sword fighting, because Naoie Iizasa (飯篠 家直), one of the famous sword master, found “Katori Shinto Ryu (天真正伝香取神道流),” which is one of three original sword styles of Japan, in this shrine after 1000 days of hard training.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Office hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Katori (43 min.)
2. use local bus to Katori Jinguyes252http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chiba_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL013.flv.jpgChiba CastleChiba Castle(千葉城) is reconstructed castle located in Chiba city, Chiba. It is also known as Inohana Castle because it faces the direction of Inu. The original castle was built in 1126 by Tsuneshige Chiba. Chiba family helped Yoritomo Minamoto, who is the first Shogun opened Samurai Government, for his war against Heishi Family. However, Chiba family couldn’t survive at Sengoku period and Chiba family had to escaped to Sakura. After that, the castle was fallen.
Current Castle was re-built in 1967, and it is now a museum.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 60 yen for adult, 30 yen for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30 (Close on Monday)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station
1. walk south (15 min.)yes86http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashima_enbu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB011.flv.jpgKashima Shrine Enbu Festival Kashima Shrine Ko-Budo Enbu Festival (古武道奉納演武大会, kobudohonoenbutaikai) the demonstration ceremony of traditional Japanese martial arts. This festival is dedicated to Master Bokuden Tsukawara. It is always held on 2nd Sunday of June. Many Japanese martial arts and sword fighting style join and have a great demonstration at Kashima Shrine.
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<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking. Admission is free.
The Enbu is held from <b>10:00am</b> on <b>2nd Sunday</b> of June.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station (Chiba Prefecture)
1. use JR Narita Line to Sawara (40 min.)
2. use JR Kashima Line to Kashima Jingu (24 min.)
3. walk south (10 min.)yes600http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shosen_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL027.flv.jpgShosen ValleyShosen Valley (御岳昇仙峡, mitakeshosenkyo) is one of the best landscape scenery located in Chichibutamakai National Park, Yamanashi. It is also chosen as the Heisei 100 best waters. The valley is about 5km long, and it have many beautiful rocks and waterfalls, including Senga Fall, which is the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. The valley was formed by scoring of Arakawa River. Therefore, there are many unique rocks, walls and tunnels which create the art of nature in this valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are free parking and restaurants. The sidewalk of the river is well constracuted.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Kofu Staition
1. use local bus to Sengataki, Shosenkyo.
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes345http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/grave_of_yoritomo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL048.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL048.flv.jpgGrave of Minamoto no YoritomoThe Grave of Minamoto no Yorhitomo (源頼朝の墓) is located in northeast of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, Kamakura. Yoritomo is the first Shogun open Samurai government in 1192. He died in 1199. He is the founder and president of Samurai and its sprits with Zen. Now, many people visit and pay their respects of Samurai Spirits here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station
1. walk northeast (15 min.)
yes130http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zeniarai_benten/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL049.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL049.flv.jpgZeniarai Benten ShrineZeniarai Benten Shrine (銭洗弁天) is the second most popular spot in Kamakura. Zeniarai literary means washing money. Most people visit this shrine wash their money and hope the money grow. Originally, this washing money is a part of "Misogi" the cleaning body and soul because money represent the evil side of human.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is no admission fee. No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura station.
1. walk northwest (20 min.)
yes282http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mamenhara_kogen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL014.flv.jpgMamenhara highlandMamenhara highland(麻綿原高原) is a highland garden, which has over 20,000 Ajisai planted, located between Otaki and Amatsu in Chiba. The top of mountain is about 340m high. During the season of Ajisai blooming, many people visit this place and enjoy Ajisai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is public parking: 500 yen
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu station
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Awakamogawa (1hr.)
2. use JR Sotobo Line to Awaamatsu (5min.)
3. ues local bus to Kiyosumidera
4 walk (1hr.)
yes233http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hananobe_no_sato/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL015.flv.jpgHananobe no Sato GardenHananobe no Sato Garden (花野辺の里) is Japanese garden located in Katsuora Chiba. It has many flowers bloom for each season. In Spring, there are Sakura, Ume and Tsutsuji bloom. In Summer, Ajisai bloom. This garden is very famous for Ajisai flowers. Also, you can enjoy Autumn Leaves. Also, there is Hinaningyo doll museum which have hundreds of Hinaningyo doll.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 600 yen for adult and 400 for kids.
Open:07:30 to 16:30
Parking available.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu Station
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Soga (30 min.)
2. use JR Sotobo Line to Katsuura (1hr. 20min.)
3. walk (40 min.)
yes345http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiratsuka_tanabata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL050.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL050.flv.jpgShonan Hiratsuka Tanabata FestivalThe Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival (湘南平塚七夕祭り) in Hiratsuka celebrates Tanabata or the star festival. It is held in the summer every year on July 7th which is the seventh day of the seventh lunar month of the old lunisolar calendar. It lasts for four days ending with a large parade on the 10th .
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stands. Better to visit there by train.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Hiratsuka (30 min.)yes304http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/isobe_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL013.flv.jpgIsobe OnsenIsobe Onsen (磯部温泉) is Onsen town located in Annaka, Gunma. This is the birth place of Japanese Onsen Symbol. There are many Onsen hotels and public Onsen you can enjoy here. Free Ashi-yu, foot Onsen is also available nearby Isobe Station. Isobe Onsen is also famous for Isobe-yaki (磯部焼き), Senbei - Japanese rice cracker. Isobe-yaki is Senbei made by Onsen water of Isobe. Soda and salt of this Onsen water makes delicious Senbei. They still used the traditional way of making Senbei here.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There are many Isobe-yaki shops around the station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (14 min.)
2. use JR Shinetsu Line to Isobe (18 min.)yes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kinugawa_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN007.flv.jpgKinugawa OnsenKinugawa Onsen (鬼怒川温泉) is Onsen Town located in Nikko, Tochigi. Kinugawa Onsen is one of the major Onsen Town in Kanto beside Hakone Onsen in Kanagawa. The town is developed by the side of Kinu river and there are many natures and beautiful valley, Ryuo Valley. Kinugawa Onsen has many Onsen Hotels and around the town, there are also many tourist attractions, such as Edomura, Tobu World Squire, Sarugundan and more. Because it is located near from Niko Shrines and Temples, many people visit here and enjoy Onsen after their sightseeing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is several free hand and feet Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tobu Nikko
1. use Tobu Nikko Line to Shimo Imaichi(8 min.)
2. use Tobu Kinugawa Line to Kinugawa Onsen (20 min.)yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_chuzenji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN008.flv.jpgLake Chuzenji Lake Chuzenji (中禅寺湖) is a highland lake located in Oku-Nikko, Tochigi. It is 25th largest lakes in Japan. Lake Chuzenji’s altitude is 1,269m and, as the natual lakes, it is the highest lake in Japan. Because of the high altitude, Lake Chuzenji is very cool even in summer and many people visit this lake to enjoy cool summer and camping. There are many restaurants and tourist attraction like boat riding or fishing. There are many waterfalls, including world famous Kegon Falls. The scenery of Lake Chuzenji with Mt. Nantai is very beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is public parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station
1. use Tobunikko bus to Kegononotaki iriguchi (45 min.)
2. walk (2 min.)yes215http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuroshio_wadaiko_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI019.flv.jpgKuroshio Wadaiko FestivalSouth Izu Kuroshio Wadaiko Festival (南伊豆黒潮和太鼓まつり) is the festival of wadaiko, the Japanese Drums.
There are 5 wadaiko team from around Shizuoka and have great demonstration of Wadaiko music. It opens at Furusato park at Minamiizu town in middle of July. About 3 hours of None stop Wadaiko ceremony you can enjoy!
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free parking, and are many food stands.
<b>Access</b>
0. Shimoda Station.
1. Use Tokai Bus to Minami Izucho
yes342http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumomi_sengen_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI020.flv.jpgKumomi Sengen Shrine Kumomi Sengen Shrine (雲見浅間神社) is Sengen Shrine located in west-side of Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka. The main shrine is place on the top of Mt. Eboshi which is rock mountain, 162m high. It enshrines Iwanagahimenomikoto (磐長姫尊). There is stairs and hiking course to reach the top, but a hard climbing is required, and top is very windy. At the top of mountain, you can see great view of Suruga Bay, and Izu Peninsula. When sky is clear, you could see Mt. Fuji.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
When it has heavy wind, don’t climb. It is very dangerous. Also, when it’s rain, stairs become slippy.
There is free parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. Mishima Station
1. use Izu Hakone Line to Shuzenji (34 min.)
2. use Tokai Bus to Matsuzaki (1hr. 40min.)
3. use Tokai Bus to Kumomi (20 min.)yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumomi_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI021.flv.jpgKumomi OnsenKumomi Onsen (雲見温泉) is located in west-side of Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka. It is very small town, but has great Onsen and beach which has great view of Mt. Fuji. Also, there are many hiking courses you with Japanese flowers of all season. In summer, many people visit here and enjoy at beach and stay Onsen Hotels, and some of people enjoy camping. Also, there are many natures you can enjoy, such as Mt.Eboshi, Sengan-mon rock gate.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Swimming, scuba diving, fishing, and fishing.yes102http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hamaori_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL051.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL051.flv.jpgHamaori matsuriThe Hamaori matsuri(濱降祭) on Nishihama beach in Chigasaki, kanagawa. Over 40 omikoshi from various Shinto shrines in the surrounding are are brought down to the beach in a special annual ritual. It is held in Day of Sea in July every year. Many people watch mikoshi or carry mikoshi to enjoy this festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stands, but almost no parking.
Recommend to visit by train.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Chigasaki (15 min.)
2. walk south to the Chigaskai Beach (20 min.)yes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nikko_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN009.flv.jpgNikko SummarizedNikko(日光) is located on the top of mountain in Tochigi prefecture. Nikko has the great temples and shrines which most of them are national treasure of Japan and some of them are even the world treasure. Nikko Toshogu Shrine(日光東照宮) which enshrines Ieyasu Tokugawa is the most popular travel spots and important shrine in Nikko. Also, around Lake Chuzenji, there are many beautiful nature including Kegon Falls(華厳ノ滝), the most famous water falls in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Nikko is the wide area to enjoy many spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa Station
1. use Tobu Line to Nikko (2 hrs.)yes478http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/odawara_chochin_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL052.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL052.flv.jpgOdawara Lantern FestivalOdawara Lantern Festival (小田原ちょうちん夏祭り, odawara chochin natsumatsuri) is the summer matsuri which has all kinds of ceremonies including Mikoshi, Wadaiko (Japanese Drums), Dance and food. What is special about this festival is Chochin, the Japanese Lantern. There are many lanterns made by all people around Odawara city. If you want to enjoy all kinds of Japanese festival at once, check out Odawara Lantern Festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No admission fee. No parking. Many food stands.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes290http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asakusa_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL083.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL083.flv.jpgAsakusa SummarizedAsakusa (淺草) is the most popular tourist spot in Tokyo. The history of Asakusa as the tourist spot began even before the Edo period. The town was developed as Monzen Town of the Senso-ji Temple. During the Edo period, because of Sankin Kotai which made all Daimo, the land-master, have to visit and stay certain amount of time in Edo, Asakusa became major spot in Edo. Today, still many people visit Asakusa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Nakamise Shopping district has many gift shops.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. use Ginza Line to Asakusa (10 min.)
yes225http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toshogu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN010.flv.jpgNikko Toshogu ShrineNikko Toshogu Shrine (日光東照宮) is a Shinto shrine in Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture. It is part of the "Shrines and Temples of Nikko," a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Toshogu is dedicated to and enshrines Tokugawa Ieyasu ( 徳川家康), the founder of the Tokugawa Government and the first Tokugawa Shogun. After his death, his son the second Shogun Hidetada, and his grandson the third Shogun Iemitsu built this shrine in 1617. Most of the shrine and it ’s structures are preserved in their original form and many of them are designated as National Treasures of Japan.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission fee:1,300 yen for adult, 450 yen for kids.
For Treasure Museum: 500 yen for adult, 300 yen for high school, 200 for kids.
For Art Museum: 800 yen for adult, 600 yen for high school, 400 yen for kids.
Open: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (4/1-10/31), 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (11/1-3/31)
There is parking space.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. use Local bus to Nikko Toshogu 15 min.yes626http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hachioji_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL084.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL084.flv.jpgHachioji MatsuriHachioji Matsuri (八王子まつり) is the traditional Japanese Festival held in beginning of August in Hachioji, Tokyo. Many Mikoshi (portable shrine) and 19 Dashi (Japanese Parade Float) will be running over the central city of Hachioji. Also, over 300 food stands and gift shops will be open in this festival. One of the biggest Matsuri in Hachioji. You can enjoy exciting Mikoshi parade and Dashi with great dance performance and music.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Better to visit by train.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Hachioji (40 min.)
yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsujido_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL053.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL053.flv.jpgTsujido BeachTsujido Beach (辻堂海岸) is one of the most popular beach, especially for surfing, near by Tokyo. It is located in Shonan Beach, Fujisawa city, Kanagawa. From the Tsujido Station to the beach, there are many surf shops called "Surf Street." You can buy everything what you need for surfing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking with public restrooms and showers.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Tsujido (25 min.)
2. walk south.
yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shuzenji_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI022.flv.jpgShuzenji OnsenShuzenji Onsen (修善寺温泉) is the oldest Onsen town in Izu Peninsula. The name was taken from Shuzenji Temple. It is chosen as the 100 best Onsen in Japan. The town is developed around the Kakegawa River. There are many Onsen hotels. Hakoyu is the only public Onsen you can enjoy. Because it is quiet and peaceful town, many famous writers like Soseki Natsume visited and stayed here and finish their books. There are many classic Onsen entertainments.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Hakoyu (Public Onsen): 350 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. use Izu Hakone Line to Shuzenji (30 min.)
2. take local bust to Shuzenji (8 min.)yes195http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/dogashima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI023.flv.jpgDogashimaDogashima (堂ヶ島) is located on the west side of Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka. West side of Izu Peninsula has many beaches with Onsen and fresh fish. Dogashima has very unique beach side. There are many cliff and small islands which have beautiful national tunnel. Also, at low tight, you can walk to the Sanshiro Islands. In summer, many people visit here and enjoy beach, onsen, fresh fish and cruse at the islands.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many public parking. Public onsen cost 500 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. use Izu Hakone Line to Suzenji (35 min.)
3. use Tokai bus to Dogashima (1hr. 30 min.)yes226http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ishibu_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI024.flv.jpgIshibu OnsenIshibu Onsen(石部温泉) is located west side of Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka. West side of Izu Peninsula has many beaches with Onsen and fresh fish. Ishibu Onsen is one of the Beach spots. There are about 30 small Hotels, and you can enjoy a beach, Onsen and fresh fish at the same time. There is free public Onsen which you can take with the swimming wear.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking, changing room, and public bath. During the summer, there is food stand opens at the beach.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. use Izu Hakone Line to Suzenji (35 min.)
2. use Tokai bus to Ishibu Onsenyes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukagawa_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL085.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL085.flv.jpgFukagawa ReitaisaiFukagawa Reitaisai (深川例大祭) is one of the Major Edo Festival, as well as Sanno Maturi and Kanda Matsuri. It happens around middle of August. There are over 50 Mikoshi carried. Every three years, the main Miyamikoshi appears on this Festival. This Matsuri starts since the beginning of Edo government about 400 years ago. This is also know as "Mizukake Matsuri, throwing water festival" because people throwing water to the Mikoshi carriers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no food stand like other festival.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi (Tokyo) Station)
1. use Tozai Line to Kiyosumi Shirakawa (6 min.)
2. walk north.
yes346http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miura_kaigan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL054.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL054.flv.jpgMiura BeachMiura Beach (三浦海岸, miura kaigan) is located on Tokyo Bay side of Miura Peninsula, Kanagawa. It is one of the biggest far shallow beach in Kanto, and the wave is very low here. Therefore it is very popular not only for sea bathing, but also great spots for windsurfing. Because Miura Beach is conveniently located from Tokyo and the beach is very close from Miura Station, many people visit here in summer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking space and public restrooms are available
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kurihama (10 min.)
2. walk to Keikyu Kurihama Station (4 min.)
3. use Keikyu Kurihama Line to Miura Kaigan (9 min.)yes173http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_tsurugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL055.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL055.flv.jpgCape TsurugiCape Tsurugi (剱崎, Tsurugizaki) is located in Miura Peninsula, Kanagawa. There are many great fishing spot, small beach and park. It is also known as Ken Zaki. Most of the cape is settled by huge rocks which create beautiful landscape. Because it is located the point of facing Tokyo Bay and Sagami Bay, there are many kinds of fish.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is almost no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at at Yokosuka Station
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kurihama (10 min.)
2. walk to Keikyu Kurihama Station (4 min.)
3. use Keikyu Bus to Tsurugizaki (30 min.)
yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_okonomiyaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT009.flv.jpgHow to OkonomiyakiOkonomiyaki (お好み焼き) is a Japanese savoury pancake containing a variety of ingredients. The name is derived from the word okonomi, meaning "what you like" or "what you want", and yaki meaning "grilled" or "cooked" (cf. yakitori and yakisoba). Okonomiyaki is mainly associated with Kansai or Hiroshima areas of Japan, but is widely available throughout the country. Toppings and batters tend to vary according to region.
yes265http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsunashima_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL056.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL056.flv.jpgTsunashima MatsuriTsunashima Matsuri (綱島諏訪神社例大祭, tsunashimasuwajinja reitaisai) is local festival at Tsunashima in the end of August. Matsuri start at noon and it will keep up until night. There are about 14 Mikoshi and people carry Mikoshi from the Suwa Shrine and travels around Tsunashima town. There are many food stands.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stands.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Yokohama Station
2. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Tsunashima (10 min.)
yes246http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oiwa_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL086.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL086.flv.jpgOiwainari Tamiya ShrineOiwa-Inari Tamiya Shrine (於岩稲荷田宮神社) is located in Yotsuya, Shinjuku. This shrine is dedicated to Oiwa who appears in the most famous Japanese ghost story "Yotsuya Kaidan." Yosuya Kaidan is a very famous story for Kabuki since Edo Period. People believe there is always a curse of Oiwa when they do that ghost story. To avoid the curse, people visit here and pray for safe acting. Today, "Yotsuya Kaidan" is still the favorite story for all entertainment and people still follow this convention.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
No parking. No admission fee.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Yotsuyasanchome (8 min.)
2. walk south (6 min.)
yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yosakoi_tokyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL087.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL087.flv.jpgYosakoi FestivalYosakoi Festival (スーパーよさこい) is one of the most popular dance festival in Tokyo. It takes place at Harajuku and Omotesando. Over 100 Yosakoi Dance teams and over 10,000 dancers show their original Yosakoi Dances with unique costumes. Yosakoi Festival is hold in the end of August. It is chosen one of 10 best Japanese Matsuri, and one of the three major dance festival in Tokyo, as well as Koenji Awaodori and Asakusa Samba Carnival. They are the finale of the end of Japanese Sumer vacation.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. Omotesando Street will be closed for this carnival, and you can have a seat on the side of the street. There are several stages around Harajuku Station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya station or Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku (3 min.)
yes527http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nihon_minkaen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL059.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL059.flv.jpgThe Folk House MuseumThe Japan Open-Air Folk House Museum (日本民家園, Nihon Minkaen) in Kawasaki City has on display some fine examples of traditional Japanese architecture dating back to the 17th century. There are 25 historical buildings from all over Japan most of which are farm houses. There is also a traditional water mill complete with mortars and wooden pestles and a complete Kabuki stage which was built in 1857. There is a Shinto shrine which was built in the 1860’s, and a ferry man’s hut which dates from 1925. There is also a gate of a samurai residence which was built in the middle of the 19th century and a traditional raised storehouse which was built in the late 19th century and brought here from the Amami archipelago in Kagoshima Prefecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission Fee:
Adults 500 yen, 65 years and over 500 yen. Children(Junior High School and under) Free, Handicapped Persons Free.
Open:
from Mar. to Oct. 9:30am~5:00pm(Last admission 4:30pm)
from Nov. to Feb. 9:30am~4:30pm(Last admission 4:00pm)
There is public parking. English tour guides are available
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station
1. use JR Nanbu Line to Noborito (27 min.)
2. use Odakyu Line to Mukogaoka Yuen (1 min.)
3. walk south (13 min.)
yes562http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/folk_crafts_demo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL057.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL057.flv.jpgFolk crafts DemonstrationAt the Nihon Minkaen various folk crafts are demonstrated each Sunday. Through instructions from the Mingu-Seisaku-Gijutsu-Hozonkai (Society of Preserving Arts and Skills of Making Folk Tools) there are folk tool making demonstrations; bamboo basket weaving (Takezaiku), cotton weaving (Hataori) and straw crafts (Warazaiku).
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission Fee:
Adults 500 yen, 65 years and over 500 yen. Children(Junior High School and under) Free, Handicapped Persons Free.
Open:
from Mar. to Oct. 9:30am~5:00pm(Last admission 4:30pm)
from Nov. to Feb. 9:30am~4:30pm(Last admission 4:00pm)
There is a public parking. English tour guides are available.
<b>Access</b>
4. at Kawasaki Station
5. use JR Nanbu Line to Noborito (27 min.)
6. use Odakyu Line to Mukogaoka Yuen (1 min.)
7. walk south (13 min.)
yes326http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shin_yokohama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL058.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL058.flv.jpgShin YokohamaShin Yokohama(新横浜) is the first Tokaido Shinkansen Station from Tokyo. Because of the Shinkansen Line, it is developed city for both business and entertainments. There are many entertainments spots such as Nissan Stadium, Yokohama Arena, and Ramen Museum. Because many people use Shinkansen, it has many hotels and restaurants including shopping mall and Karaoke Box.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Hotels, restaurants and all entertainments are closely located from Shinyokohama Station. There is many parking and close from Highway, too.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use Yokohama Subway Blue Line to Shinyokohama (12 min.)yes160http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsuka_relics_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL060.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL060.flv.jpgOtsuka Saikachi Relics ParkOtsuka Saikachi Relics Park(大塚・歳勝土跡公園, otsukasaikachidosekikoen) is the ruin of Japanese village of Yayoi period, approximately 2000 years ago. There ruins of houses, tombs and barricade which you can see how the village was composed. One hundred people were considered to live there those days. There are seven pit dwellings a high-floor storehouse, molded remains and a wooden bridge in the relic. Also, bamboo forest, and classic houses are displayed in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use Yokohama Subway Blue Line to Center Kita (30 min.)
2. walk south (8 min.)
yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/misono_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL061.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL061.flv.jpgMisono Park & Yokomizo HouseMisono Park "Yokomizo House" (みその公園・横溝屋敷, misonokoen yokomizoyashiki) is the Japanese classic houses from late 16th century. Current owner is 17th landlord, and the family keep the traditional house form to exhibit the life style of Edo Period. Yokomizo House is the cultural assets of Yokohama city which you can used for your events. So, many local events are held in this park.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission is free. There is free parking. If you are planing to use this facility, you have to make a reservation.
Open: 9:30 to 16:30
The third monday is closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Tsunashima
2 use Local Bus to Jinmeisyamae
3. walk west (8 min.)
yes141http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/seseragi_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL062.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL062.flv.jpgSeseragi ParkSeseragi Park (せせらぎ公園) is located in Nakamachidai, Yokohama. There are tea houses, beautiful ponds, and many interesting restaurants. Because it is conveniently located in the center of the residential area and close from Nakamachidai Station, many people enjoy and play at this park. There are great restaurants on the side of parkway.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use Yokohama Subway Blue Line to Nakamachidai (25 min.)
2. walk north (2 min.)
yes94http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_yakisoba/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT010.flv.jpgHow to YakisobaYakisoba (焼きそば), literally "fried noodles", is a dish often sold at festivals in Japan, but originates in China. The dish was derived by the Chinese from the traditional chow mein, but has been more heavily integrated into Japanese cuisine like ramen. Even though soba (Japanese Noodles made from Buckwheat) is part of the word, yakisoba noodles are not made from buckwheat, but are similar to ramen noodles and made from wheat flour.
Yakisoba usually refers to sauce yakisoba, flavored with yakisoba sauce. It is prepared by stir-frying ramen-style noodles with bite-sized pork, vegetables (usually cabbage, onions or carrots) and flavoured with yakisoba sauce, salt and pepper. It is served with a multitude of garnishes, such as aonori (seaweed powder), beni shoga (shredded pickled ginger), katsuobushi (fish flakes), and Japanese mayonnaise.
yes182http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/onioshidashi_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL014.flv.jpgOnioshidashi GardenOnioshidashi Garden (鬼押出し園) is the natural garden formed by Lava and Rock of the eruption of Mt. Asama. It is located in Gunma. In 1783, there was the huge eruption of Mt. Asama, and formed this garden. The view is also called the sea of rocks. Because it is located over 1300m high up in the mountain, there are many mountain flowers you can see every seasons. It has a great harmony of Mt. Asama, Sea of Rocks, and beautiful mountain flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free parking.
Admission fee: 600 yen for adult, 400 yen for kids.
Open: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, close in winter.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin Maebashi
1. use JR Agatsuma Line to Manza Shikazawaguchi (1 hr. 30 min.)
2. use local bus to Onioshidashien (25 min.)
yes352http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yabusame_samukawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL063.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL063.flv.jpgYabusame at Samukawa ShrineEach year in September around the 20th at Samukawa jinja Miyayama, Samukawamachi, Koza County, Kanagawa Prefecture, the Takeda ryu holds it's annual yabusame (流鏑馬) ceremony. Takeda ryu dates back to the 8th century and practises the same methods and rituals as established in the 12th century by Minamoto no Yoritomo, the first Shogun.
<b>There is parking around the Shrine.</b>
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Chigasaki (18 min.)
2. use JR Sagami Line to Miyayama (11 min.)
3. walk south (5 min.)yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sendai_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI001.flv.jpgSendai summarizedSendai (仙台) is the biggest city in Tohoku Region located in Miyagi. It is also known as City of Forest "Morino Miyako," because there are many beautiful natures around the city and planted many trees in the city as well. Sendai was developed by famous Samurai, Date Masamune. So, there are many ruins of him including his grave, and people here adore him. For the Tohku Region, Sendai is the center of economy, fashion and entertainments.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a huge shopping district.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station
1. walk out (1 min.)
yes127http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsushima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI002.flv.jpgMatsushimaMatsushima (松島) is one of the three view of Japan, and located in Miyagi. Matsushima literary means "Pine Islands." So, there are about 260 small islands in Matsushima Bay. Many people had visited for long time. The famous Haiku Poet Matsuo Basho also visited here during his trip recorded in Narrow Road to the Deep North, and made great Haiku poems for Matsushima.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking, gift shops, restaurants and hotels.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station
1. use JR Senseki Line to Matsushima Kaigan ( 40 min.)
2. walk east (2 min.)
yes307http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sendai_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI003.flv.jpgSendai CastleSendai Castle (仙台城), also known as Aoba Castle, is ruin of the Japanese hill top Castle located in Sendai. It was built in 1601by Date Masamune. It commanded a highly defensible strategic position overlooking the city of Sendai. When Spanish messenger watched this castle, he said "This was the strongest castle I ever saw." Sendai Castle is stractured, honmaru, ninomaru, and sannomaru.
Current Castle site also contains a Gokoku Shrine, as well as a large equestrain statue of Date Masamune. At the observation area, you can see great view of Sendai City. One of the most popular travel spots in Sendai area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station
1. use local bus to Aobajoshi
yes155http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tamon_mountain/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI004.flv.jpgMt. TamonMt. Tamon (多聞山) is the small mountain located in Shichigahama, Miyagi. It has the great view of Matsushima which count as the one of the four great view of Matsushima. It is called Ikan " 偉観” because it has strong view of Matsushima.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station
1. use JR Senseki Line to Honshiogama (19 min.)
2. use local bus to Gankyo Bashi (30 min.)
3. walk north (5 min.)
yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsuhima_bay/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI005.flv.jpgMatsushima BayMatsushima (松島) is one of the three view of Japan, and located in Miyagi. Matsushima literary means "Pine Islands." So, there are about 260 small islands in Matsushima Bay. All of the islands have names. It is also chosen as one of the 100 best geological condition of Japan because of the unique and beautiful look. There are many ferries to travel those islands, and some of them have bridge to access the islands.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking, gift shops, restaurants and hotels.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station
1. use JR Senseki Line to Matsushima Kaigan ( 40 min.)
2. walk east (2 min.)
yes205http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumanokotai_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL003.flv.jpgKumanoKotai ShirneKumanoKotai Shirne (熊野皇大神社) is one of three Kumano Shrine located Usui, Nagano. This shrine is very unique because it is located on the border line of Nagano and Gunma prefecture. On the Nagano side shrine is called KumanoKotai Shrine, and Gunma side is called Kumano Shrine. they both enshrined Holly sprits of Kumano. There is observation hill for viewing excellent site of Karuizawa and Mt. Myogi.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use JR Shinkansen to Karuizawa (33 min.)
2. use local bus to Usui Toge
yes123http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumano_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL015.flv.jpgKumano ShrineKumano Shrine (熊野神社) is one of three Kumano Shrine located usui, Gunma. This shrine is very unique because it is located on the border line of Nagano and Gunma prefecture. On the Gunma side shrine is called Kumano Shrine, and Nagano side is called KumanoKotai Shrine. They both enshrined the same god and the origin is the same, but because this mountain pass was very important point for sengoku period, to avoid the duel, people built two shrine for both side in Edo Period.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use JR Shinkansen to Karuizawa (33 min.)
2. use local bus to Usui Toge
yes123http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tagajo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI006.flv.jpgTaga CastleTaga Casle (多賀城, tagajo) is the one of the oldest ruins of Castle in Japan which built in 724. It was also the Mutsu provincial center, and the base for the administration of Tohoku region during Nara to Heian periods (8th to mid 10th century). It is also one of the 100 best Japanese castles.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is tour guide. Free Parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station
1, use JR Senseki Line to KokufuTagajo (13 min.)
2. use walk (10 min.)
yes133http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiratsuka_bonbori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL064.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL064.flv.jpgHiratsuka Bonbori FestaEach year in the second week of September the Hiratsuka Hachimangu(平塚八幡宮) in Sengen Town, Hiratsuka City holds it’s annual bonbori ( ぼんぼり, paper lantern) matsuri. Other cities around Japan have similar lantern festivals throughout August and September.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Hiratsuka (15 min.)
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes289http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kyu_karu_ginza/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL001.flv.jpgKyu-Karuizawa GinzaKyu-Karuizawa Ginza (旧軽井沢銀座), also known as Kyu-Karuizawa main street, is the shopping district located in Karuizawa, Nagano. It has about 500m long and many fashion shops, gift shops, and restaurants. Karuizawa is very famous for travel spot during the summer because the temperature is very low even in summer. Right now, there is Shinkansen Station, so many people visit here for all seasons.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space. There is Jinrikisha service.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use JR Shinkansen to Karuizawa (33 min.)
2. walk north (25 min.)
yes128http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiraito_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL002.flv.jpgShiraito FallsShiraito Falls is located in Nagano. It is close from Karuizawa so many people visit here as their tour. It has about 3m high and 70m wide. The water of Shiraito falls are come from the mountain, so the amount of water is not depended on rain. It was name Shiraito, literary means white string falls, because there are hundreds of small waterfalls which looks like white strings.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free parking, food stands and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use JR Shinkansen to Karuizawa (33 min.)
2. use local bus to Shiraitonotaki (23 min.)
yes190http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsumoto_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL004.flv.jpgMatsumoto CastleMatsumoto Castle (松本城) is one of 12 Extant Original Castles built in 1593. It is Combined towers structure Tenshu which as 29.4m high from ground level. As 5 Layered 6 stories high Tenshi, Tenshu of Matsumoto Castle is the oldest which still exists. This castle is listed as the National Treasure of Japan, and chosen as the four best castle of Japan. Because it painted deep black, it is also known as Crow Castle. In side of the Tenshu, is exhibition area for Rifles and armors from Sengoku Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are public parking.
Admission fee into the castle and museum : 600 yen for adult and 30 yen for kids.
Open: 8:30am to 5pm, gate closed at 4:30 pm. Closed on New year’s Day.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station
1. Walk north (15 min.)
yes466http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_misoshiru/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT011.flv.jpgHow to Miso-SoupMiso Soup (味噌汁, miso shiru) is a traditional Japanese soup consisting of a stock called "dashi" into which is mixed softened miso paste. Although the suspension of miso paste into dashi is the only characteristic that actually defines miso soup, many other ingredients are added depending on regional and seasonal recipes, and personal preference.
yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daio_wasabi_farm/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL005.flv.jpgDaio Wasabi FarmDaio Wasabi Farm (大王わさび農場) is located in Azumino, Nagano. Daio Wasabi Farm is not just farm but also have many tourist attraction with Wasabi, and various kinds of Wasabi products including Wasabi Soft-cream. The farm is access free, so that you can see real wasabi field. Also, they have experiencing making Wasabi-zuke, pickled wasabi. You can buy fresh Wasabi, and all other kinds of Wasabi related food.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free parking.
Business hours: 8:30 to 17:30, change in the season.
Experiencing making wasabizuke: 1000 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station
1. use JR Oito Line to Hodaka (24 min.)
2. take a taxi (10 min.)yes318http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawagoe/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL013.flv.jpgKawagoeKawagoe (川越) is also known as little Edo “Koedo.” About 6 million travelers visit Kawagoe, and one of the biggest travel spot in Saitama. This city has developed as the important defense line to protect Edo city, and also developed very similar town of Edo. Moreover, because many classic houses which survived from big fire in 1893, people still use those classic houses for restaurants and any other kinds of shops. This street is called “Kurazukuri.” Therefore, the town still looks like little Edo. Also, There are many historical temple like Kitain Temple.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
At Kurazukuri Street, there is Jinrikisha service for tourist.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. walk north (5 min.)yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiriyaki_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL017.flv.jpgShiriyaki OnsenShiriyaki Onsen (尻焼温泉) is one of Onsen located in Kuni Village, Gunma. It is also known as Onsen of RIver because entire river, in the spot, is Onsen. There are three motels located right next to Onsen. It is free, and you can enjoy real wild Onsen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is wild. No changing room. Free. If there is too much rain, you can't take. 24 hours open, but no light.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use Agatsuma Line to Naganoharakusatsuguchi
2. use bus to Hanashiki Onsen (45 min.)
3. walk west (10 min.)
yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ichiya_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL065.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL065.flv.jpgIchiya matsuri in HayakawaIchiya (一夜城祭り) matsuri in Hayakawa is held on the Ishigaki mountain top which was once the scene of the most unconventional siege in the history of Samurai warfare. The matsuri celebrates the fall of Odawara castle and a re-enactment of the events leading up to the Hojo clan surrender to Toyotomi Hideyoshi is a great spectacle.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu station
1. use JR Tokaido to Odawara
2. take bus to Ishigaki Ichiya Joyes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/terihakyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL016.flv.jpgTeriha ValleyTeriha Valley (照葉峡) is one of the famous spot for Koyo, Autumn leaves. There are 11 small waterfalls and beautiful river. In the middle of October, the entire mountain become Autumn leaves. Koyo spot has over 10 km long.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibukawa Station.
1. use JR to Minakami Station
2. use bus to the last stop.
3. walk east 2 hours.
yes374http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_curry/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT012.flv.jpgHow to cook a Japanese CurryHow to cook a typical Japanese curry rice. Curry (カレー kare) is one of the most popular dishes in Japan. It is commonly served in three main forms: curry rice ( カレーライス kare raisu), kare udon (thick noodles) and kare-pan (bread). Curry rice is most commonly referred to simply as 'curry' ( カレー kare).
A wide variety of vegetables and meats are used to make Japanese curry. The basic vegetables are onions, carrots, and potatoes. For the meat, beef, pork, chicken and sometimes duck are the most popular, in order of decreasing popularity. Katsu-kare is a breaded deep-fried pork cutlet with curry sauce.
Curry was introduced to Japan during the Meiji era (1869 - 1913), at a time when India was under the administration of the British. The dish became popular and available for purchase in supermarkets and restaurants in the late 1960s. It has been adapted since its introduction to Japan, and is so widely consumed that it can be called a national dish.
yes291http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/park_of_sea_yokohama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL066.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL066.flv.jpgPark of Sea, YokohamaPark of Sea (海の公園) is a artificial beach park located in Yokohama. It is one of the nearest beach from Tokyo. Because it shallow, you can enjoy digging clams here. In summer many people visit here and enjoy beach spots and family activities. Also, you can enjoy fishing and wind surfing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use Keihinkyuko Line to Kanazawa Hakkei.
2. use Seaside Line to Uminokoenshibaguchi
yes157http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_rice/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT013.flv.jpgHow to Cook RiceRice is the most important food for all Japanese food. The way of cooking Japanese rice is typical but also very unique. Check out how to cook rice from polishing to steaming to have a great Japanese rice.yes209http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kusatsu_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL018.flv.jpgKusatsu OnsenKusatsu Onsen (草津温泉) is a naturally heated spring which discharges from the ground at a total of 32,000 L/m from more than 100 points across the area. It is one of Japan's top three onsen and is world famous for it's therapeutic properties. The water is high in sulphate, aluminium, sulfur and chloride which gives it a unique green glow. Heated by underground volcanic vents the water reaches 60 ℃. The water is good for the relief of neuralgia, muscle pain, dermatosis, bruising, sprains hypertension and fatigue. The strong sterilising power, which destroys germs and bacteria, is the secret to it's therapeutic properties.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are three free public Onsen. Hand Onsen and Foot Onsen are also available as well.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin Maebashi.
1. use JR Agatsuma Line to Naganohara Kusatsuguchi (1 hr.
30 min.)
2. use bus to Kusatsu Onsen (1 hr.)yes393http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tenjin_daira/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL020.flv.jpgTenjin DairaTenjin Daira(天神平) is located on the Mt. Tanigawa. It is about 1,500m high from the sea level. From the top of Tenjin Daira, you can see great view of Gunma prefecture. In Autumn, there is beautiful Koyo, and in the winter it becomes sky spot. Many people visit here for mountain hike, and there is also ropeway to reach the top of Tenjin Daira.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 8:00 to 17:00
Admission for ropeway: 2000 yen for round trip.
Admission for lift to the top: 700 yen for round trip.
There is parking and food stand.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibukawa Station
1. use JR Joetsu Line to Minakami (40 min.)
2. use JR Joetsu Line to Doai (9 min.)
3. walk North (20 min.)yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takasaki_kannon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL019.flv.jpgTakasaki KannonTakasaki Kannon(高崎白衣大観音, takasakibyakuedaikannon) is one of the symbol of Takasaki City, Gunma. It is located on the Mt. Kannon, and inside of Jiganin(慈眼院). It has 41.8m high and you can enter the inside of its body. 20 buddha statues are placed inside of the Kannon.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is no parking. Inside of the temple, there is restroom. On the way to the temple, there are many food stands and gift shop.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin-Maebashi Station
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (12 min.)
2. use Gururin Bus to Takasaki Kannon (20 min.)yes139http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shomyoji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL067.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL067.flv.jpgShomyoji TempleShyomyoji Temple (称名寺) is ShingonRitsu Buddhist Temple located in Kanazawa, Yokohama. The entire temples and garden was chosen as the important historical spots. The gate and garden has great views which represent the land of Perfect Bliss. In the spring, there are beautiful Sakura, cherry blossom, at the main leading street and inside of the temple.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is no parking, but restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Keihinkyuko Line to Kanazawa Hakkei (18 min.)
2. walk east (20 min.)yes239http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nojima_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL068.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL068.flv.jpgNojima ParkNojima Park (野島公園) is one of the park located in Yokohama. It is also in the island, and park has small hill which is 57m high. There is observation stand at the top of the hill which you can see great view of Mt. Fuji and Tokyo Bay area. There is BBQ spot, and camping spot.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and BBQ facility. Need appointment for BBQ, 045-781-8146
<b>Access</b>
0. Yokohama Station
1. use Keikyu Line to Kanazawa Hakkei (18 min.)
2. use Yokohama Mono to Nojima Koen (2 min.)
3. walk east (10 min.)yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fruits_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL069.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL069.flv.jpgFruits ParkFruits Park is one of the open public garden where make
and serve fruits. It is located on right next to Yomiuri
Land, Kawasaki city. They have glasshouses where you can
enjoy many flowers. In March, there are beautiful Plum
flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: free
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station
1. use JR Nanbu Line to Noborito (30 min.)
2. use Odakyu Line to Yomiurirando mae (6 min.)
3. walk (15 min.)yes228http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukuroda_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB012.flv.jpgFukuroda Falls in KoyoFukuroda Falls (袋田の滝, fukurodanotaki) is one of the three great falls in Japan, and also one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. This falls has four faces for each season. In Autumn, there is beautiful Autumn Leaves. There is new observation stand for high angle.
Tourist Info.
300 yen for observation deck. There are many parking, restaurants and gift shops around the fall. On September 2008, the new observation deck will open.
Access
0. Mito Station.
1. use JR Suigun Line to Fukuroda Station (1hr. 9min.)
2. use bus to Fukurodanotaki (15min.)
yes163http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gokoku_jinja/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB013.flv.jpgGokoku ShrineGokoku Shrine (茨城県護国神社) is located in Mito, Ibaraki. Gokoku Shrine is built in1878 for the worship of soldier who died during a war, especially Meiji Restoration. Now, it is one of the preserver shrine for Japan and all Japanese.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking. There are many events through a year.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station
1. use JR Joban Line to Kairakuen (4 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamanaka_suwa_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL028.flv.jpgYamanaka Suwa ShrineYamanaka Suwa Shrine(山中諏訪神社) and Yamanaka Sengen Shrine ( 山中浅間神社) are located right next to Lake Yamanaka and Mt. Fuji. Yamanaka Suwa shrine is known as the shrine for safe baby delivery and having baby. Many people visit this shrine for their babies. In Autumn, they have great Autumn leaves in their garden. Nice to see koyo with Mt. Fuji.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Yoshida Station
1. use bus to Lake Yamanaka
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daimyo_gyoretsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL070.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL070.flv.jpgThe Hakone Daimyo gyoretsuThe Daimyo gyoretsu (大名行列, Daimyo procession and matsuri) is held in Hakone Yumoto onsen town on the national holiday of November 3rd which is Culture Day.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is few parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. Odawara Station
1. use Odakyu Line to Hakone Yumoto (13 min.)
yes302http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_katsudon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT014.flv.jpgHow to KatsudonKatsudon (Pork Cutlet Bowl) is one of the popular Japanese food, a bowl of rice topped with a deep-fried pork cutlet, egg, and condiments. Sauce is made by Dashi (Umami soup), sugar and soy sauce.
yes398http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_tower/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL088.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL088.flv.jpgTokyo TowerTokyo Tower(東京タワー) is a communications tower with two observation decks and souvenir shops in Tokyo. Tokyo Tower is 333 metres tall making it the tallest self-supporting steel structure in the world and the tallest artificial structure in Japan. It weighs 4,000 tons. Built in 1958. In compliance with air safety regulations it is painted white and international orange.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee:
To the Main Observation decks: 820 yen for adult, 460 yen for
kids. 310 yen for over 4 year-old.
To special Observation decks: additional 600 yen for adult,
400 yen for kids, 350 yen for over 4 year-old.
Open: 9:00 to 22:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Kasumigaseki (4 min.)
2. use Hibiya LIne to Kamiyacho (2 min.)
3. walk south (15 min.)yes340http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shonandaira/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL072.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL072.flv.jpgShonandaira HillsShonandaira Hills (湘南平) is located between Oiso and Hiratsuka City. It has 181m high which as great view of Shonan area nd Sagami Bay. Especially, at night there is great night scenes. There is one observation Tower and TV Tower which you can also go up and see the great view. During the spring, there are many Sakura bloom and many people visite here and enjoy Hanami.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free parking
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Hiratsuka (14 min.)
2. take bus to Shonandaira Resthouse.(30 min.)
yes80http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagatoro_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL017.flv.jpgNagatoro Koyo festivalDuring the middle of November, Nagatoro (長瀞) has great light up Koyo, autumn leaves, at Momiji park. There are 100s of Momiji, Japanese maple trees, are planted and in the Autumn all of them change their color of leaves to beautiful red. Light up from 17:00 to 21:30. Many people visit here and enjoy great light up Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya Station
1. use Chichibu Line to Kami Nagatoro (50 min.)
2. walke south (5 min.)
yes185http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_hodo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL018.flv.jpgMt. HodoMt. Hodo (宝登山) is located Nagatoro, Saitama. It is 497m high, and at the top, you can see great view of Chichibu area. There is ropeway to reach the top of the mountain. Mt. Hodo has many faces for each seasons. There is the shrine and garden which have many flowers. In the spring, Plums and Cherry blossom are bloom. In May, Tsutsuji flower bloom. At summer, you can enjoy beautiful green leaves, and Autumn leaves at Fall. In the winter, Robai will blooms.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Addmission fee for ropeway: (round trips) 800 yen for Adult
and 400 for kids.
Open hours: 9:40 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya Station
1. use Chichibu Line to Nagatoro (47 min.)
2. walke west (15 min.)
yes145http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chichibu_kegon_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL016.flv.jpgChichibu Kegon FallsChichibu Kegon Falls (秩父華厳の滝) is located in Minanomachi. It is 13m high and has the same amount of water fall though the year. Because it looks small version of Kegon Falls in Nikko, it is called Chichibu Kegon Falls. This water falls is surrounded by the red stones. With autumn leaves, this waterfalls have great impression with red stones and autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya Station
1. use Chichibu Line to Minano (53 min.)
2. use bus to Kegonnotaki
3. walk (10 min.)
yes204http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanbaseki_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL015.flv.jpgSanbaseki ValleySanbaseki Valley(三波石峡) is composed of rows of large boulders and rocks of unusual shape that run for approximately 1.5 km along the Kanna River in the Yuzurihara Kayakabu area. Sanbaseki is geologically classified as crystalline schist, and distribute along a long belt of exposed rocks that span 800km from the Kanto Region to the Kyushu Region.There are many hiking courses you can enjoy.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit.
1. use Kanetsu Express way
2. get off at Honjo Kodama
3. drive south on 462 to Sanbaseki Onsen.
4. drive deeper.
yes171http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagatoro_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL014.flv.jpgNagatoro ValleyNagatoro Valley (長瀞渓谷) is located Nagatoro, Saitama. It is upper part of Ara River. Nagatoro is very popular for downstreaming and Iwadatami. Iwadatami, chosen as the special important natural monument of Japan, is rock floor shaped by Metamorphic rock, and there many waterfalls run into the Ara River. In Autumn, you can enjoy unique rocks, waterfalls, rivers and beautiful autumn leaves at the same time. Also, many people visit here to enjoy downstreaming, rafting, and canoe.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is many parking. During the Autumn, many people visit here.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya Station
1. use Chichibu Line to Nagatoro (47 min.)
2. walke east (2 min.)
yes362http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jimbocho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL089.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL089.flv.jpgJinbochoJinbocho (神保町) is one of the biggest book store district in the world located in Kanda. There are many antique book stores which sales books from Edo period and even older. Not only books but these book stores also sales, antique Japanese print works including Ukiyoe-arts and maps, and toys. Also, there are many winter sports gear shops opened here in Jinbocho lately.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many curry rice restaurants open.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. walk to Otemachi station (15 min.)
2. use Hanzomon Line to Jinbocho (4 min.)
yes247http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kotohira_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL071.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL071.flv.jpgKotohira ShrineKotohira Shrine(琴平神社) is located in Kawasaki. In the book of the shrine from 1711 said this shrine was built for the wife of 2nd Tokugawa Shogun Hidetada. It is very popular shrine for Shichigosan around this area. The name of Kotohira came from Kotohira Shrine (金刀比羅) at Shikoku region.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station
1. use JR Nanbu Line to Noborito (27 min.)
2. use Odakyu Line to Kakio (20 min.)
3. use Bus to Kotohira jinja.
yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inuyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL001.flv.jpgInuyama castleInuyama castle (犬山城, also called Inuyama Hakutei castle) is located in the city of Inuyama in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. The castle overlooks the Kiso River, which is on the border of Aichi and Gifu prefectures. Inuyama castle is recognised as the oldest standing castle in Japan, having been originally built in 1440 and it is one of only 12 extant castles in Japan built before the Edo period (1603-1868).
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Addmission: 500 yen
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entering at 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. Use Meitetsu Nagoya to Inuyama (35 min.)
2. walk north (15 min.)yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/himeji_koko_en/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG002.flv.jpgHimeji Koko-enHimeji Koko-en (好古園), was constructed in 1992 to commemorate the one hundredth anniversary of the establisment of Himeji municipality.
Himeji Koko-en is composed of nine separate gardens, making use of the exact former site of where Nishi-Oyashiki (the Lord's West Residence) and other samurai houses once existed. The original Iocation was confirmed through seven archeological excavations.
Professor Makoto Nakamura of Kyoto University supervised the planning and designing of this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen and 150 yen for kids. There is group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entering at 16:00) in winter. Opens until 18:00 in summer.
<b>Access</b>
2. at Himeji Station
3. walk north (15 min.)yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/himeji_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG003.flv.jpgHimeji castleHimeji castle (姫路城) is one of Japan's three most famous castles and is the most visited castle in Japan. It is located in Himeji in Hyõgo Prefecture. It is also known as Shirasagi castle which means "White Heron castle (白鷺城, shirasagi-jo)" because of its brilliant white walls. It is one of the 12 Existed Castles, and National Treasure of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 600 yen and 200 yen for kids. There is group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entering at 16:00) in winter. Opens until 18:00 in summer.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Himeji Station
1. walk north (15 min.)yes145http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okazaki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL002.flv.jpgOkazaki CastleOkazaki Castle (岡崎城) is located Okazaki, Aichi. It is chosen as the one of the 100 best castles in Japan. It is medium size castle with Gokoku Shrine located in the Honmaru. The Original castle was used to be 4th biggest castle in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Okazaki (40 min.)
2. use Aichi Kanjo Line to Nakaokazaki (7 min.)
3. walk west (5 min.)
yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyama_ahuri_jinja_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL073.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL073.flv.jpgOyama Afuri Jinja MatsuriThe Oyama Afuri jinja matsuri(大山阿夫利神社祭) is a unique festival held on mount Oyama in the Tanzawa mountains in Kanagawa. Mount Oyama is 1,252 metres high and has long been regarded as a holy mountain and object of worship. A sacred Shinto mikoshi is carried from the Afuri jinja, which is located on the top of Mount Oyama, first to the lower shrine on the side of the mountain, and then on down to the shrine office at the very foot of the mountain; a distance of 8km.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Odawara Station.
1. use Odakyu Line to Isehara (34 min.)
2. use bus to Oyama Cable.
yes306http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aiki_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB014.flv.jpgAiki ShrineAiki Shrine (合気神社) is the only shrine dedicated to Aikido in the world. It was built by the Founder of Aikido, Morihei Ueshiba in 1943. It is enshrined Sarutahikonomikami and 43 other gods. Many great Aikido legends stayed here and trained Aikido, and today, many Aikido-ka visit from all over the world to train.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking. Iwama Dojo is right next to Aiki Shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station
1. use JR Joban Line to Iwama (19 min.)
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes217http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atago_tengumori_koen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB015.flv.jpgAtago Tengu Park Atago Tengu Park (あたご天狗の森公園) is located on the top of Mt. Atago, Ibaraki. It is 305m high, and you can see the great view of middle Ibaraki Prefecture. There are many Tengu related stuff, including Atagoyama Shrine. The legend said Tengu had trained here in this mountain. There is also many kids facility, therefore on the weekend, many people visit here for family activities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station
1. use JR Joban Line to Iwama (19 min.)
2. walk west (30 min.)
yes99http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/himeji_city/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG001.flv.jpgHimeji CityHimeji is located west side of Hyogo Prefecture. Himeji is originally a castle town with Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage SIte and National Treasure of Japan and the most beautiful Castle in Japan. Other attractions including the Engyo-ji temple, Mount Seppiko, Himeji Central Park, and Koko-en Garden. There are also many ruins which you can feel the time of Castle Town. In front of the Himeji Castle, there is big shopping districts which you can buy great sweets of Himeji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking and transportation is well
constructed.
yes553http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/himeji_castle_night/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG004.flv.jpgHimeji Castle at NightHimeji Castle will be lighted-up at night until mid-night. It is the great night scene with the most beautiful castle in Japan. This is the great combination of historical site and modern site. This could never happen during the Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The light-up will shut down at 0:00.
yes145http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokohama_marine_tower/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL074.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL074.flv.jpgYokohama Marine TowerYokohama Marine Tower (横浜マリンタワー) is one of the popular travel spots in Yokohama, located right next to Yokohama Bay and China Town. On the top floor, there is an observatory which is 91m high. From the observatory you can see great view of Yokohama DownTown, and Bay area, especially at Night you can see great Yokohama Lights. There are a gift shop and restaurant.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 750yen for adult, 500yen for students, 250yen for elementary, 200yen for 3 to 5, free for under 3.
Open: 10:00 to 22:30, last entry 22:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use Minato Mirai Line to Motomachi Chukagai (10 min.)
2. walk east (4 min.)
yes192http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_tocho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL090.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL090.flv.jpgTokyo Metropolitan Gov. BuildingTokyo Metropolitan Government Building (東京都庁) has the observatory on the 45th floor. The building has two towers on the top levels, and both of them have the observatory. It is one of the famous spot to see downtown Tokyo, especially for night scenery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: Free
Open from 9:30 to 23:00 (south tower closed at 17:30, and last entry is 22:30.
No Smoking, No food.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. walk west (15 min.)
yes256http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mito/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB016.flv.jpgMitoMito (水戸) is located in the middle part of Ibaraki Prefecture. It is very popular for the city of Mito Komon. Mito Komon is the most popular Samurai Show in Japan. It is the fiction story based on the real samurai. The main Character, Mito Komon Mitsukuni (水戸黄門光国), was the grandson of Tokugawa Ieyasu, and Daimyo of Mito. He was also the Vice Shogun. His servant Samurai, Suke-san and Kaku-san are also the based on the real person. In Mito, there are many historical ruins of Mito Castle and Mito Komon. Also, the last Shogun was born here and studied at Kodokan which is located right next to Mito Castle. Mito is also very famous for Natto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Many of ruins are located near by Mito Station.
yes213http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soba_making/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB017.flv.jpgSoba Making at Gokoku ShrineRitual Soba Making at Ibaraki Gokoku Shrine is one of the major Soba Matsuri in Mito. It is hold in the beginning of December. There is Shinto Ritual before making soba and demonstration of Soba Making at the shrine. After the ritual, people eat soba.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Need to sigh up before join this event.
Fee: 2000 yen. Only for 100 people.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station
1. use JR Joban Line to Kairakuen (4 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes339http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_sukiyaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT015.flv.jpgHow to Cook SukiyakiIngredients:
-Sliced Beef
-Shiitake Mushroom
-Grilled Tofu
-Green Onion
-Garland Chrysanthemum (Shungiku)
-Thin Alimentary Yam Paste (Shirataki)
Sukiyaki Soup
-Soy Sauce
-Sugar
-Sweet Rice Wine (Mirin)
-Sake
yes497http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jukkoku_toge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI025.flv.jpgJukkoku Mt. PassJukkoku Mt. Pass (十国峠) is one of the mountains of Hakone, located in Shizuoka Prefecture. It has 770m high, and has a great view of Mt. Fuji, Sagami Bay, Izu Peninsula and Suruga Bay. There is a cable car to reach the top of the mountain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Fee for the cable car: 420 for adult, 210 for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami Station
1. use Tokai Bus to Jukkokutoge (40 min.)
yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ose_misaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI026.flv.jpgCape OseCape Ose (大瀬崎) is one of the cape located on the north Izu peninsula. It is the great spot to see Mt. Fuji and Suruga Bay at the same time. The record said, this cape was formed at 684 after the big earthquake. Because the quality of the water is great and the wave is always small, it is very famous for scuba diving. Also at the summer, many people visit here for enjoy swimming.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restaurants.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numazu Station.
1. use Tokai Bus to Osezaki
yes242http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/benten_island/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI028.flv.jpgBenten IslandBenten Island (弁天島) is the island with Onsen located at the mouth of Lake Hamana. It is the one of the tourist spots around Lake Hamana. It has great beach where you can enjoy swimming, fishing and clam capturing. There are many restaurants which serve Unagi, Japanese Eel.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many Hotels with Onsen. Public parking is available.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Bentenjima (12 min.)yes184http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hamamatsu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI027.flv.jpgHamamatsu CastleHamamatsu Castle (浜松城) is located in the Hamamatsu City. It was the Castle of Tokugawa Ieyasu. He spend 17 years at this castle and fought many battles. Hamamatsu Castle is the beginning of his success story. Now, there is reconstructed Tenshu which is also the museum. The Ishigaki, the stone wall, of Hamamatsu castle are the original which remains over 400 years.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 150 yen for adult, free under junior high.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu Castle.
1. 1. use bus to Shiyakusyo mae (10 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)yes244http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kadoya_dagashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI029.flv.jpgKadoya - DagashiyaKadoya is Dagashiya (駄菓子屋), the classic Japanese sweets shop, located in Arai Town. Dagashiya is the old style sweets shop. Those sweets are original price since eary Showa period. If you have 200 yen, you can buy many sweets at Dagashiya.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Araimachi (18 min.)
2. use bus to Arai Sekisho (5 min.)
3. walk south west (15 min.)yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryugashi_cavern/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI030.flv.jpgRyugashi CavernRyugashi Cavern(竜ヶ岩洞) is the biggest cavern in the Tokai district of Japan. It is a 1000 metre long cavern which stretches through a fossil rich limestone layer 359 metres up the south face of Ryugashi mountain in Hamamatsu. Today, 400 metres of the caverns are open to the public. The cavern was formed over millions of years with fossils found inside the caverns carbon dated to 250 million years.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission:650 yen for adult, 450 yen for junior high, and 350 for kids.
Open from 9:00 to 17:00
Free parking
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu Station
1. use Entetsu Bus to Ryugashido iriguchi (50 min.)
2. walk (5 imn.)yes327http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/dotonbori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL002.flv.jpgDotonboriDotonbori (道頓堀) is located in the south of Osaka City. It is popular spot for food and restaurants. It is well known as "Kuidaore," means eating too many food so that you spend all money. There are many famous restaurants, such as Kani Doraku and Tuboraya. Also, it is famous for Gurico Neon sign. You can eat all kinds of Osaka Delicacies.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a sea-bus to access the spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Osaka Station
1. use Osaka city Line Yotsubashi Line to Nanba (8 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes201http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinsekai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL001.flv.jpgOsaka ShinsekaiOsaka Shinsekai (新世界) is a shopping district located in the south area of Osaka city. Tsutenkaku Tower ( 通天閣) is the most popular feature of Shinsekai. It has the old style shopping district which has not changed for over 30 years. At he main street, there are many Kushikatsu, skewered pork cutlet, restaurants are opened. Biliken-san is the most famous feature of Dotonbori located on the top observatory of Tsutenkaku Tower.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many theaters and restaurants. Festival Gate is the another tourist attraction in Shinsekai.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Osaka Station
1. use JR Kankukaisoku Line to Shinimamiya (13 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes332http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/doguyasuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL003.flv.jpgDoguyasuji Shopping DistrictDoguyasuji Shopping District (道具屋筋商店街) is the shopping district where you can buy many cooking supplies. It is like Kappabashi in Tokyo, and you can buy many fake food as well. There are many shops which sale cooking supplies for the Kansai food, such as Okonomiyaki and Takoyaki.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are about 50 shops along the main streets.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Osaka Station
1. use Osaka city Line Yotsubashi Line to Nanba (8 min.)
2. walk south east (5 min.)
yes189http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/osaka_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL004.flv.jpgOsaka CastleOsaka Castle (大阪城) is one of the major castles of Japan located in the center of Osaka City.It was built in 1585 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi and rebuilt by Tokugawa Hidetada. It is well known as the Castle of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. There are Tenshu (reconstructed), stone walls, moat and keeps, and many of them are still remains as the original. The entire castle is still preserved well so that you can see the actual castle from Sengoku period. Many of the ruins are chosen as the important cultural treasure of Japan. There are many attraction such as museum, and concert hole in the castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission for Tenshu: 600 yen for adults, free under junior high.
Opens: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Osaka Station
1. use JR Osakakanjo Line to Osahajokoen (9 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)yes440http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyama_afuri_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL075.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL075.flv.jpgOyama Afuri ShrineOyama Afuri Shrine (大山阿夫利神社) is located on the Mt. Oyama. The top of the Mt. Oyama was the sacred place for over 2,200 years. It was used to be the god of the rain and water for all Sagami area. After the middle ares, many Samurai starting from Minamoto no Yoritomo, Hojo, Tokugawa, had visited this shrine for good luck. From the shrine, you can see great view of all Sagami area.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is cable car to reach the shrine. Parking is available.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Odakyu Odawara Line to Isehara (33 min.)
2. use bus to Oyama Afuri Jinja.
3. use cable car
yes220http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakegawa_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI031.flv.jpgKakegawa CastleKakegawa Castle (掛川城) is located in Kakegawa city, Shizuoka. It was built in1469 to 1487 by Asahina Yasuhiro. During the Sengoku Period, it was the battleground state for Imagawa, Takeda and Tokugawa. It was reconstructed in 1994. There is Ninomaru Goten which built in 1861 and stone walls and moat are still remains. It is chosen as one of the 100 castles (42nd).
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom. Admission for Tenshu: 300 yen for adults, and 150 yen for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Kakegawa (26 min.)
2. walk north (15 min.)
yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_wear_yoroi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT016.flv.jpgHow to Wear YoroiThe most common type of armour worn by Samurai during the turbulent Sengoku period (1467-1603) was known as tosei gusoku (modern armour). In our video we explain how a middle-ranking Samurai would prepare for battle, putting on a Tosei gusoku in the okegawa do style.
yes610http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miho_no_matsubara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI032.flv.jpgMiho Pine-forestMiho Pine-forest (三保の松原, mihonomatsubara) is one of the new three views of Japan, located in Shimizu port, Shizuoka. It was very famous view spot for Mt. Fuji since Heian period (1200 years ago). The pine-forest is located on the beach, and has over 54,000 pine trees. Also, you can enjoy great view of Suruga Bay, and Izu Peninsula.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, restroom and gift shops.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Shimizu
2. use Shizutetu Just Line to Mihomatsubara Iriguchi.
3. walk (15 min.)
yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsuba_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI033.flv.jpgMatsuba FallsMatsuba Falls (松葉の滝) is located in Kakegawa, Shizuoka. It is 10 m high. There are two waterfalls. One is male falls, and the other is female falls. You can see male falls. You can enjoy great natures there. Especially, the water is so pure, and air is so fresh around the falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu Station.
1. use JR Tokaido to Kakegawa.
2. use bus to Kurami Onsen.
3. walk north (45 min.)
yes212http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/360_mt_fuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI034.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI034.flv.jpg360 degrees view of Mt. FujiMount Fuji ( 富士山, a.k.a. Fuji-san.) is the highest mountain in Japan at 3,776m (12,388ft). Along with Mount Tate and Mount Haku, it is one of Japan's "Three Holy Mountains" ( 三霊山 Sanreizan). An active volcano that last erupted in 1707-1708, Mount Fuji is just west of Tokyo, and can be seen on a clear day. Mount Fuji's exceptionally symmetrical cone is a well-known symbol of Japan and it is frequently depicted in art and photographs, as well as visited by sightseers and climbers.
yes300http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokohama_west/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL076.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL076.flv.jpgYokohama West Entrance AreaYokohama West Entrance Area(横浜西口, Yokohama Nishiguchi) is the biggest shopping district in Kanagawa. There are many huge department stores such as Takashimaya, Tokyu-Hands, and Yodobashi Camera for electric gears. Also, there are over 1,000 individual shops, restaurants, bars, and many entertainment, such as Karaoke or game center. Most of the teenagers, come here and have funs. Great spot for after work. You name it, you will find it in Yokohama West Entrance Area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many public parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. walk west (1 min.)
yes286http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_hamburg/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT017.flv.jpgHow to Cook HamburgJapanese Style Hamburg is one of the popular daily dishes in Japan. The unique feature of Japanese Style is using the combination meat of Beef and Pork. There are many way to cook it and it fits many sauce style, such as ketchup, Soy sauce, or cheese.
yes321http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokosuka_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI036.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI036.flv.jpgYokosuka CastleYokosuka Castle is the ruin of Japanese Caslte which built in 1578 by Osuka under the order of Ieyasu.It was one of the very important castle for Tokugawa Ieyasu to against Takeda Shingen. After the death of Oda Nobunaga, and Takeda Family, Ieyasu was moved from Hamamatsu Castle to Sunpu Castle and this castle was owned by Osuka Family and in 1682, it became Nishio's Castle till the end of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu.
1. use JR Tokaido to Kakegawa (14 min.)
2. use local bus to Yokosuka Castle.
yes145http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimizu_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI035.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI035.flv.jpgShimizu Residence GardenShimizu Residence Garden (清水邸庭園) is located in Kakegawa, Shizuoka. It is the garden with tea house where you can enjoy beautiful Japanese style garden and great tea of Shizuoka. The house was originally built in late 17th century and it still remain. It is the one of the 100 best waterside of Shizuoka.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. Free for admission.
Tea: 500 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu.
1. use JR Tokaido to Kakegawa (14 min.)
2. use local bus to Shimiauteiteien.
yes173http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/harumi_boat_terminal/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL092.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL092.flv.jpgHarumi Passenger Ship TerminalHarumi Passenger Ship Terminal (晴海客船ターミナル) is the international Ship Terminal located on harumi Island. There is the observatory on the sixth floor of the building and has great view of Tokyo Bay Area, and Shinagawa Skyscrapers. At night, you can see great view of Tokyo city light. Also, it is the best spot for the Rainbow bridge.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. Observatory is free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Local Bus o Harumi Kyakusen Terminal.
yes122http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukishima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL091.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL091.flv.jpgTsukishimaTsukishima (月島) which means "moon island" is a long man-made island in Tokyo Bay. It is located right across the channel from the famous Tsukiji fish markets. Tsukishima is one of the best spot for "Monja-yaki." There are over 60 Monja Restaurants, and each one of them have unique Monja style.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is street parking. The main street is called "Nishinakadori."
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Yurakucho (2 min.)
2. Yurakucho Line to Tukishima (5 min.)
yes369http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/higashi_gyoen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL093.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL093.flv.jpgThe Imperial Palace Eastern GardenThe Imperial Palace Easter Garden(皇居東御苑, kokyohigashigyoen) is also the ruins of Edo Castle(江戸城). It was the Honmaru and Ooku was located during the Edo period. It was used to be the center of Tokugawa Government and the castle of Tokugawa Shogun. After the Meiji Restoration, it becomes the Imperial Palace of Japan. The eastern garden is the part of the palace where opens for public. There are beautiful Japanese gardens and many ruins of Edo Castle, such as the gate, stone walls, moat and houses are still existed.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Opens: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9:00 to 16:00 (in summer, opens till 17:00. No admission fee. Notice: This is the part of the Imperial Palace, so there are many police watching any kinds of activities. There is no party, or exercise allowed in the garden. Please keep the great manner and stay away from the restricted area when you visit here.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. walk west (15 min.)
yes498http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/utsunomiya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN011.flv.jpgUtsunomiyaUtsunomiya(宇都宮) is the biggest city in Northern Kanto where a half million people live. Historically, it was developed the important city to access Tohoku region (Northern Japan) since Heian Period. Utsunomiya, today, is well known for Gyoza "Japanese Dumpling." There are many Gyoza Specialized restaurants around the Utsunomiya Station.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can get a map of Gyoza Restaurants in Utsunomiya Station.
yes195http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/utsunomiya_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN012.flv.jpgUtsunomiya CastleUtsunomiya Castle(宇都宮城) is located in Utsunomiya, Tochigi. It is one of the seven major Castles of Kanto. Current Castle is a park with ruins of moats, keeps and walls. Many people visit here to enjoy family activities and relaxing. It was built around the late 12th century. Utsunomiya Castle was very important castle to protect Kanto, especially Edo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are a parking, museum and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utsunomiya Station
1. use local bus to Utsunomiyajo Koen.
yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oya_stone_mining/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN013.flv.jpgOya Stone MineThe Oya Museum (大谷資料館) is the site of the Oya Stone Mine (大谷採石場). The mine dates from at least the eighth century AD and stone from the mine was used widely in the area. Removal of stone from the mine has created cavernous a space with a floor area of about twenty thousand square metres underground. Today, many events and concerts are held in the mine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utsunomiya Station
1. use Kanto Bus to Shiryokaniriguchi (30 min.)
2. walk (3 min.)
yes357http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/heiwa_kannon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN014.flv.jpgHeiwa KannonHeiwa Kannon(平和観音) is located Utsunomiya, Tochigi. It is 27m high Kannon Statue made by Oya Stone. It was built for the world peace and memorial for soldiers who had died during the WWII. It was designed by Mr. Asajiro Hida, and took 6 years to finish.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utsunomiya Station
1. use Kanto Bus to Oyakannonmae (30 min.)
2. walk (3 min.)
yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oya_view_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN015.flv.jpgOya View ParkOya View Park(大谷景観公園oya keikan koen) is the spot where you can see the Unusual Shaped Stones of Oya. Those rocks of Oya was created by volcanic activity about 20 million years ago. With the sound of a river and peaceful wind, you can relax well at this park. Many people visit here for their recreation and relaxing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utsunomiya Station
1. use Kanto Bus to Shiryokaniriguchi (30 min.)
2. walk (1 min.)
yes175http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kagaoka_100_caves/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN016.flv.jpgNagaoka 100 CavesNagaoka 100 Caves (長岡百穴, nagaokahyakuana) is located north of Utsunomiya City. It has 52 caves with stone statues of Kannon. Nagaoka 100 Caves are built around 8th century and they were used to be the graves for people lived here. Kannons was built in later time. It is a very unique spot to see and feel the life of ancient time of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utsunomiya Station
1. use Kanto Bus to Toyosatodaiiriguchi.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes223http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yurakucho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL095.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL095.flv.jpgYurakuchoYurakucho(有楽町) is located next to the Tokyo Station. Yurakucho itself is the shopping district, but because it is surrounded by Marunuchi and Ginza, it is very convenient shopping spot with all range of the price. Also, because it is located in the middle of business district (Otemachi, Marunouchi and Shinbashi) there are many restaurants and bars.
<b>Toursit Info.</b>
There is parking. Patio is open park open public complexes where you can have lunch or meeting.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. Use JR Yamanote Line to Yurakucho (1 min.)
yes220http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/togoshi_ginza/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL094.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL094.flv.jpgTogoshi GinzaTogoshi Ginza (戸越銀座) is one of the popular shopping street located in Togoshi, Shinagawa. There are over 400s of shops, restaurants, food stands, and all other kinds of stores which you need your daily groceries. The street is about 1.6km (1 mile). Over 10,000 people visit here enjoy shopping every day.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Gotanda (5 min.)
2. use Tokyu Ikegami Line to Togoshi ginza (3 min.)
yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_gyoza/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT018.flv.jpgHowto_cook_GyozaGyoza is Japanese Style Dumpling. The most prominent differences of Japanese-style gyoza from Chinese style jiaozi are the rich garlic flavor, which is less noticeable in the Chinese version, and the fact that Japanese-style gyoza are very lightly flavored with salt, soy, and that the Gyoza wrappers are much thinner than the Chinese counterpart. They are usually served with soy-based tare sauce seasoned with rice vinegar and/or rayu in China, red chili pepper-flavored sesame oil). The most common recipe found in Japan is a mixture of minced pork, garlic, cabbage, and nira (Chinese chives), and sesame oil, which is then wrapped into thinly-rolled dough skins. In essence, gyoza are a cross between a pierogi and an egg roll.Gyoza can be found in supermarkets and restaurants throughout Japan. Pan-fried gyoza are sold as a side dish in almost all ramen and Chinese restaurants in Japan.The most popular preparation method is the pan-fried style called yaki-gyoza ( 焼き餃子) in Japan, in which the dumpling is first fried on one flat side, creating a crispy skin. Then, water is added and the pan sealed with a lid, until the upper part of the gyoza is steamed. Other popular methods include boiled sui-gyoza ( 水餃子) and deep fried age-gyoza (揚げ餃子).
yes343http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_tonjiru/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT019.flv.jpgHowto Cook Tonjiru"Tonjiru."
-Miso soup with pork & Vegetables.-yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/roubai_botan_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL020.flv.jpgHigashi Matsuyama Botan GardenHigashi Matsuyama Botan Garden (東松山ぼたん園) is located in Saitama Prefecture. There are many flowers planted starting from Peony, Sakura, Hydrangea, and Winter-sweets.
As the Peony Garden, it is the one the biggest garden in Kanto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station
1. use Tobu Tojo Line to Shinrin Koen (26 min.)yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/saitama_arena_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL019.flv.jpgWinter Fantasia at Saitama ArenaWinter Fantasia at Saitama Super Arena is the winter light-up event at Saitama Super Arena. From the beginning of November to middle of February, Trees at the front of the Arena will be decorated with the beautiful light.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up from 17:00 to 28:00 (4:00 am).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. Use JR Keihintohoku Line to Saitama Shin-fukutoshin (2 min.)
2. walk (1 min.)yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sarushima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL077.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL077.flv.jpgSarushima IslandSarushima Island (猿島) is located 1.7km off the coast of Yokosuka and is the only natural island that remains in the Tokyo Bay. Precious ecosystems, animals and plants abide in the deserted island that spreads on an area of pprox. 5.1 ha. Historical monuments, including ruins of the Jomon and Yayoi periods and fortresses from Edo, Meiji and Showa period still stand today, making the island a true wonderland abundant of natural and historical treasures. Sarushima Island boasts itself for all its great resources making it a natural open-air museum that is 'Eco-museum' Sarushima.
<b> Tourist Info.</b>
Round boat trip fee: 1200 yen
From 9:00 to 16:00 (last boat at the island is 16:00)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka
1. use bus to Mikasa Koen
2. take a boat at Mikasa Port.
yes350http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/memorialship_mikasa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL078.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL078.flv.jpgMemorial Ship MIKASAMemorial Ship MIKASA (三笠) is located in Yokosuka. MIKASA was the battleship built by Vickers Shipyard in England and was commissioned in 1902. At the Battle of the Sea of Japan in the Japanese-Russo War, MIKASA fought valiantly as the flagship of the Combined Fleet under Admiral Heihachiro Togo ( 東郷平八郎), Commander-in-Chief of the Combined Fleet. This ship is now preserved as the museum which still keeps many original parts of the ship and displays many historical items relating to the Japanese –Russo war as well as Admiral Togo's personal mementos.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Admission: 500 yen
Open: 9:00 to 17:30 (Closed 16:30 in the winter)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka
1. use bus to Mikasa Koen
yes326http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/owakudani/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL079.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL079.flv.jpgOwakudaniOwakudani (大涌谷), which means the "Great Boiling valley," has an altitude of 1,040 metres and was formed around 3,000 years ago following a large eruption of Mount Hakone. Owakudani is a volcanic crater or caldera located on the northern side of Mount Kamiyama which is itself part of the larger Hakone volcano.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Hard to access by car.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara
1. use Hakone Tozan Line to Owakudani
yes301http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iinuma_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB018.flv.jpgIinuma CastleIinuma Castle(飯沼城) is located in Sakai Castle Park at Bando city, Ibaraki. It was built in 1557 by Hojo Ujishige for protecting Hojo's land from Sakai, Yuki and Tagaya. It was discarded after the fall of Odawara Castle. Today, there is two stories keep, watches, moat, and garden. The current figure is very good reconstructed as the castle of Sengoku period. Also, well known for Sakura spots.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Keep and gardens close at 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Toride Station
1. use Kanto Line to Mitsukaido (27 min.)
2. use Kanto Line Joso Line to Minami Ishige (20 min.)
3. take a cab
yes212http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinjuku_illumination_1/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL096.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL096.flv.jpgShinjuku Illuminations 1At the west main street of Shinjuku between Mitsui Bldg. and Sumitomo Bldg., there are beautiful light up until beginning of February.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinjuku_illumination_2/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL097.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL097.flv.jpgShinjuku i-iland TowerShinjuku i-iland Tower (新宿アイランドタワー) has christmas light up until February 14. It is very beautiful with the light of Shinjuku Skyscrapers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up from 16:30 to 23:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soganji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL021.flv.jpgSetsubun Matsuri at Soganji TempleSoganji Temple (総願寺) is located Kazo, Saitama. It has unique Setsubun Matsuri which has the history over 380 years.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is no parking. Visit there by train.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Kuki (20 min.)
2. use Tobu Isezaki Line to Kazo (11min.)
yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI037.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI037.flv.jpgAtamiAtami (熱海) is Onsen City located in Izu peninsula, Shizuoka. Because there is the Shinkansen Station, it is very good access from Tokyo. It takes only 40 min. from Tokyo. There are many onsen hotels, restaurants which serve great sea food such as Sushi and Sashimi, and gift shop. Also, another great feature of Atami is Baien, a garden with Japanese Plum. During the winter, from January to March, there are beautiful Plum flowers are blooming.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Bairin is free, and it has free foot onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Atami (13 min.)
yes326http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atami_baien/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI038.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI038.flv.jpgAtami Plum GardenAtami Plum Garden (熱海梅園, atamibaien) is a garden with Japanese Plums located in Atami. There 60 kinds over 450 plums are planted, and some of them are over 100 years old. The plums of this garden bloom from beginning of January to the beginning of March. This make the first blooming of Ume, Japanese Plum, spots arrive in the year in Japan. During the Ume season, there are many events and food stands are held and open in the garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking (Opens from 8:30 to 16:30)
Admission: Free
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Atami (23 min.)
2. use JR Ito Line to Kinomiya (2 min.)
3. walk west (15 min.)
yes288http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_tempura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT020.flv.jpgHow to cook TempuraTenpura is one of the most popular Japanese food. There are many kinds of Tempura you can make. Find your own favorite ingredients for Tenpura.
yes406http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsurugaoka_hachimangu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL080.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL080.flv.jpgTsurugaoka Hachimangu ShrineTsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine (鶴岡八幡宮) is one of the three major Hachimangu located in Kamakura. It is the most popular spot in Kamakura, especially, Yabusame in September is very famous. Tsurugaoka Hachimangu was built in 1063 and became the capital and center of Kamakura Government established by Minamoto no Yoritomo.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is no parking. Admission: free.
Yabusame happen in September.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura station.
1. walk north east (15 min.)yes286http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hikone/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG001.flv.jpgHikoneHikone (彦根) is located right next to Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture. The most popular feature of Hikone is Hikone Castle, one of the 12 existed remaining castles of Japan and The National Treasure of Japan. Not only the castle, there are many buildings still remains since Edo Period which gives you the great image of the castle town of Edo Period. There is Edo style shopping district called the Castle Road.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Park at the castle and all of the attraction are in walking distance.
<b>Access</b>
0. Maihara Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Hikone (5 min.)yes358http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hikone_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG002.flv.jpgHikone CastleHikone Castle (彦根城) is one of twelve castles that survive from the Sengoku period, and was chosen as a National Treasure of Japan. It was owned by the Ii family during the Edo period. The head of the Ii family was one of the four generals of Tokugawa Ieyasu. Not only the Tenshu (Keep) but also many features such as the gates, stone walls, and towers also still remain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 600 yen for adult, 200 yen.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maihara Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Hikone (5 min.)
2. walk west (20 min.)yes375http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/genkyuen_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG003.flv.jpgGenkyuen GardenGenkyuen Garden (玄宮園) is the Japanese garden which used to be the house of Daimyo, the feudal load, Ii family, located right next Hikone Castle. It has great view of Hikone Castle as the background. In Autumn, there are beautiful Koyo, autumn leaves, with light-up.
<b>Tourist information</b>
Admission: 600 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids.
Open: 8:30 to 17:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maihara Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Hikone (5 min.)
2. walk west (20 min.)yes182http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yumekyobashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG004.flv.jpgThe Castle Road of YumekyobashiThe Castle Road of Yumekyobashi (夢京橋キャッスルロード) is located right next to Hikone Castle. It is the shopping districts which all the shops and restaurants are designed as the building of Edo Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is public parking and restroom. Located 10 minutes from Hikone Castle by walking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maihara Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Hikone (5 min.)
2. walk west (25 min.)yes184http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toriimoto_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG005.flv.jpgToriimoto TownToriimoto Town(鳥居元町) is located in Hikone, Shiga Prefecture. It is located on Nakasendo the way to the Kyoto from Edo. Toriimoto Town was 63rd INNs. There are many houses still remains or preserved well since Edo Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no place to eat or stay.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maihara Station
1. use Oume Line to Toriimoto (6 min.)yes134http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sawayama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG006.flv.jpgSawayama ParkSawayama Park is located in Hikone, Shiga Prefecture. It is free park. There are many building and statues which represent many Japanese arts.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
DONOT Enter the inside of all building. It is very dangerous. Just enjoy the sightseeing.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maihara Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Hikone (5 min.)
2. walk west (30 min.)yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inatori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI043.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI043.flv.jpgInatoriInatori (稲取) was one of the major stone mining for building Edo Castle. There are many stones left over in this town. At the mountain, there are many ruins which tells you have the Stones were cut and prepared to carry over the castle. Now, people use those stones to built their own Stone walls. In October, there is festival to pull the stone in traditional way.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Many spots where you can see the stones are in the private properties. Please keep in the great manner.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami Station
1. use JR Supper view Odoriko to Izu Inatori (1 hr.)yes279http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsurushi_kazari/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI044.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI044.flv.jpgHinano Tsurushi Kazari FestivalHinano Tsurushi Kazari Festival (雛のつるし飾りまつり) is traditional festival held at Hina Museum in Inatori Onsen in Izu Peninsula.There are many Tsurushi Kazari given from all over Japan. One of three major Tsurushi Kazari, Sakata no Kasafuku, is also displayed in this festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
From: January 20 to March 31
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami Station
1. use JR Supper view Odoriko to Izu Inatori (1 hr.)
2. walk south (10 min.)yes172http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/komuro_tsubaki_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI045.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI045.flv.jpgMt. Komuro Tsubaki GardenMt. Komuro Tsubaki Garden (小室山つばき園) is Camellia Garden located in Izu Peninsula. There are 1,000 kinds 4,000 Camellia planted in this garden. During October to April, many Tsubaki, Camellia, bloom. It is the one of the biggest Tsubaki Garden in Japan. You can also enjoy great view of Mt. Fuji with Camellia.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. In winter, there is shop which sale the local food.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami Station
1. use JR Ito Line to Ito (24 min.)
2. use bus to Komuroyama (20 min.)yes215http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryugukutsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI046.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI046.flv.jpgDragon CaveDragon Cave (竜宮窟, ryugukutsu) is the cave shaped in the coastal line of Izu Peninsula. It has national rock bridge and huge hole on the roof. The water come from the bridge, also considered as the gate, is very mysterious and give you the spiritual moment.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom. In summer parking is not free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami
1. use JR Ito Line to Ito (30 min.)
2. use Izu kyuko Line to Shimoda (50 min.)
3. take taxi to Ryugukutsu.yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawazu_yozakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI047.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI047.flv.jpgKawazu Sakura at NightKawazu is famous for Kawazu Sakura, which bloom in winter, from February to March. From February 6 to March 10, there is light up Kawazu sakura at night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light up: 18:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami
1. use JR Express Odoriko to Kawadu (1 hr.)
2. walk north (15 min.)yes132http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagoya_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL003.flv.jpgNagoya CastleNagoya Castle (名古屋城) is one of 100 best castles of Japan located in the center of Nagoya, Aichi. Originally, it was the castle of Oda Nobunaga, he was also born in this castle, and reconstructed in 1609 by Tokugawa Ieyasu. Current Tenshu, main tower, is built in 1959. It is also known as Kinsyachi Jo because gold orcas are placed on the top of Tenshu. It is one of the main feature of Nagoya.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen for adult, free for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30 (Tenshu Closed at 16:00)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use bus to Nagoyajo (15 min.)yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sumatakyo_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI039.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI039.flv.jpgSumatakyo OnsenSumatakyo Onsen (寸又峡温泉) is Onsen town located in the deep side of mountain in Shizuoka. Its Onsen is also known as Bijinzukuri no yu, "Onsen for making beautiful women." The public Onsen has great view of South Japanese Alpine. In spring, there are many Sakura and Ume bloom. In summer, you can enjoy beautiful green mountain and, in autumn, there are are beautiful Koyo, autumn tints, you can enjoy.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
During autumn, there are many people visit here for Koyo. So, the public Onsen will be very crowed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Kanaya (32 min.)
2. use Oigawa Line to Senzu (60 min.)
3. use Minami Arupusu Abuto Line to Okusen (30 min.)
4. use Bus to Sumatakyo Onsen (30 min.)yes246http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sumata_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI040.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI040.flv.jpgSumata ValleySumata Valley (寸又峡) is located south of southern Japanese Alpine, in Shizuoka. It is very popular spot for mountain hiking, especially during the Koyo season, Autumn. It has 16 km long, and there are many bridges which gives you great view of the valley. It has also great Onsen which is great for a skin care.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and public restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Kanaya (32 min.)
2. use Oigawa Line to Senzu (60 min.)
3. use Minami Arupusu Abuto Line to Okusen (30 min.)
4. use Bus to Sumatakyo Onsen (30 min.)yes161http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inatori_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI041.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI041.flv.jpgInatori OsenInatori Osen (稲取温泉) has many traditional festival that have been held since late Edo Period, such as the Hina Tsurushi Matsuri and Dontsuku Matsuri. Onsen ofers relaxation and recreation, accompanied by a panoramic view of the sea with Izu Oshima off in the distance. The culinary culture offers a wide range of dishes made chiefly from fresh seafood. In summer, there are family events and swimming on the beach. Blessed with a pleasant, moderate climate, Inatori is a small coastal town that offers visitors a lavish range of fun and enjoyment throughout the year.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are free foot Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami Station
1. use JR Supper view Odoriko to Izu Inatori (1 hr.)yes360http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kinunokai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI042.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI042.flv.jpgKinunokaiKinunokai (絹の会) offers you the learning of making Tsurushi Kazari. Tsurushi Kazari is the festival for girls, held with its own unique tradition called Tsurushi Kazari that dates back to the Edo period. Mothers creat many dolls in prayer for the happiness of their children. We hope will come and see the home of this tradition of beauty and familial love that has been handed down over generations.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Class fee: 500 yen
Open: 9:00 to 18:00 (Last entry 17:00)
Closed on Tuesday
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami Station
1. use JR Supper view Odoriko to Izu Inatori (1 hr.)
2. walk south (10 min.)yes354http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_croquette/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT022.flv.jpgHow to cook Japanese CroquetteJapanese croquette is one of the most popular Japanese family dish. There are many variations, but the one with potato is the most famous.yes313http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_onigiri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT023.flv.jpgHow to cook OnigiriOnigiri, as also known as Rice Ball, is the most popular lunch for Japanese since very old days. Onigiri is rice griped ball with many kinds of ingredients inside of the ball, and mostly surrounded by seaweed, nori. Onigiri has various choice to make.yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soka_path/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL031.flv.jpgSoka History Strolling PathSoka (草加) was the Post Town of Nikko Road, the way to Nikko. In Soka History Strolling Pass, there are many ruins, history museum and reconstructed buildings which give you the image of how Nikko Road was. Okuno Hosomichi by Matsuobasho, the Haiku master, was started from this town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
About 1 hr. of walking courses.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Tobu Noda Line to Kasukabe (21 min.)
2. use Tobu Isezaki Line to Soka (19 min.)yes223http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koshigaya_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL032.flv.jpgKoshigaya Plum ParkKoshigaya Plum Park(越谷梅林公園) is located in Koshigaya, Saitama. There are 40 kinds, 300 Japanese Plum trees, Ume, are planted. From the Middle of February to MIddle of March, Ume will be blooming beautiful flowers. You can enjoy great color arts of white, pink and red, with nice sweet smell.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restoom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Tobu Noda Line to Kasukabe (21 min.)
2. use Tobu Isezaki Line to kitakasukabe (15 min.)
3. walk north (20 min.)yes220http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/negishi_forest_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL081.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL081.flv.jpgNegishi Forest ParkNegishi Forest Park (根岸森林公園, negishishinrinkouen) is a huge park with play ground, kids facilities and many trees. From end of February to middle of March, 120 kinds over 560 Ume, Japanese Plum trees, will bloom. In April, there are about 400 Sakura will bloom. Great place for Hanami and family recreation.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use JR Negishi Line to Negishi (11 min.)
2. use bus to Takinoueyes250http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_gyudon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT024.flv.jpgHow to cook Beef bowlGyudon (牛丼), often literally translated into English
as beef bowl, is a Japanese dish consisting of a bowl of rice topped with beef and onion simmered in a mildly sweet sauce flavored with dashi (fish and seaweed stock), soy sauce and mirin (sweet rice wine). It also often includes shirataki noodles, and is sometimes topped with a raw egg. A very
popular food in Japan, it is commonly served with beni shōga (pickled ginger), shichimi (ground chili pepper), and a side dish of miso soup. Gyū means "cow" or "beef", and don is short for donburi, the Japanese word for
"bowl".yes199http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nipponbashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL005.flv.jpgNipponbashiNipponbashi (日本橋) is the electric shopping district located in Osaka. It is like Akihabara in Tokyo. There are many computer shops, game shops, cartoon and anime shops. If you are looking for Akiba kinds of entertainment in Kansai, region, Nipponbashi is the place to go.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Osaka Station
1. use JR Osaka Kanjo Line to Tenman (2 min.)
2. walk to Yanagimachi (4 min.)
3. use Osaka City Sakaisuji Line to Nipponbashi (12 min.)yes173http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/makabe_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB019.flv.jpgMakabe townMakabe town (真壁) is located in the middle of Ibaraki prefecture. Makabe was used to be the castle town of Makabe Castle. In Makabe, there are over 150 classic houses from Edo period. Especially, the storages are preserved in the great conditions. Also, the gate, moat and many other building are remains well, and this gives you the great images of how the town was constructed and developed during the Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
All those houses are private properties. Be very careful when you visit this town and take photo. And don't touch any of those buildings.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuchiura Station
1. use Kantotetsudo Bus to Makabe (50 min.)yes254http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_tsukuba/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB020.flv.jpgMt. TsukubaMt. Tsukuba (筑波山) is one of the 100 best mountains of Japan, located in the middle of Ibaraki. It has a great panorama view of all Kanto region, and when the air is clear, you can see Mt. Fuji. There are two peaks, one is called "Nantaisan" and the other is called "Nyotaisan." There is the shrine on the tops of the mountains, and many people have visited the sacred place for over 2,000 years.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Cable car to top of Nantaisan: 1020 for round trip, 510 for kids.
Ropeway to top of Nyotaisan: 1070 for round trip, 540 for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuchiura Station
1. use local bus to Tsukuba san guchi (50 min.)yes271http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukubasan_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB021.flv.jpgTsukubasan Plum GardenTsukubasan Plum Garden (筑波山梅林, tsukubasan bairin) is Japanese plum garden located on Mt. Tsukuba. There are over 30 kinds 3000 Ume, Japanese plum, trees. From the end of January, Ume starts blooming and in the middle of March, all of the Ume blooms. It has great view of Kanto Region as the back ground.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. Admission is free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuchiura Station
1. use local bus to Tsukuba san guchi (50 min.)
2. walk west (15 min.)yes280http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hase/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL082.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL082.flv.jpgHaseHase is located south east of Kamakura. The most popular feature of Hase is Daibutsu, the great Buddha, and Hase Temple. There are many gift shops and restaurants, especially if you are looking for Japanese weapons, the shop in front of Daibutsu has all kinds of Japanese Weapons with reasonable price.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
NO parking spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura
1. use Enoden to Hase (15 min.)yes352http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kinunomichi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL098.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL098.flv.jpgSilk Road Silk Road (絹の道, kinunomichi) is located in Hachioji, Tokyo. It was used to be silk road to carry silks from Hachioji, Nagano, Yamanashi and Gunma to Yokohama Bay in the middle of 19th century. Especially, Hachioji was one of the biggest market place for silks because merchants gathered here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking No restroom. Park at the museum of Kinu next the entrance.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hashimoto Station
1. use Keio Bus to Kinunomichi iriguchi.yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_shiratama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT025.flv.jpgHow to cook Shiratama ZenzaiShiratama(白玉) is one of rice cake made from powdered glutinous rice. Siratama-zanzai is add Azuki beans to Shiratama. It is typical Japanese sweets.yes216http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kofu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL029.flv.jpgKofuKofu (甲府) is located in Kofu basin, Yamanashi. It is the capital of Yamanashi. Kofu is also well known as the city of Takeda Shingen (武田信玄) because his house "Tsutsujigasaki House" was here. Because Kofu is located between Kyoto and Edo, this city was grown as the post town and the one of the important city to protect Edo during the Edo period. There are many historical ruins, especially related with Shingen, are here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
All the tourist spots are around the station.yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kofu_historical_path/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL030.flv.jpgKofu Historical PathKofu Historical Pass (古の道) is the actual pass to access the Shingen's House. There are many Shingen related stuff, especially his grave, on this pass. At the observation hill, you can have great view of Kofu area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
About 1 hour walking from Kofu Station to Takeda Shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. walk northeast (10 min.)yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/monkey_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL032.flv.jpgMonkey BridgeMonkey Bridge (猿橋, saruhasi) is located in Otsuki, Yamanashi. It is one of the three unique bridges of Japan. It is 30m long, 3.1m wide, and 31m high from Kakegawa river. It has great view of Kakegawa river and its valley. Because it was placed on the Kosyu Road, was very important place, and many battles took this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Sarubashi
2. walk eastyes162http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takeda_jinja/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL031.flv.jpgTakeda ShrineTakeda Shrine (武田神社) is located on Kofu, Yamanashi. It was built after Tsutsujigasaki House (躑躅ヶ崎館) of Takeda Shingen (武田信玄), and now it enshrines Takeda Shingen. This shrine was built in 1915 by people who love Shingen-ko and today people still visit here and pray for their own success.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station
1. use local bus to Takedajinjayes164http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kai_zenkoji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL034.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL034.flv.jpgKai Zenkoji TempleKai Zenkoji Temple (甲斐善光寺) is the Jodo buddhist temple located in Kofu, Yamanashi. In 1565, Kai Zenkoji was established by Takeda Shingen (武田信玄), who was the ruler of Kai. There was an original temple called Zenkoji in Shinshu, Nagano. In 1552, it was burnt down during the war between Shingen and Murakami Yoshikiyo, who was the leader of one of the powerful families in Shinshu. After the war, Shingen moved Amitaba, which was the principal image of Shinshu Zenkoji, and some images of Buddha to Kai Zenkoji. Now they are kept as National cultural assets.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
Opens: 9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Zenkojimae
2. walk north (7 min.)yes226http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsutsujigasaki_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL033.flv.jpgTsutsujigasaki HouseTsutsujigasaki House (躑躅ヶ崎館, tsutsujigasakiyakata) is the ruins of Takeda Shingen's house, currently it is Takeda Shrine. It is one of the 100 best castles of Japan. It was built in 1519 by Takeda Nobutora, the father of Shingen, and was the government office until Takeda Katsuyori, the son of Shingen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station
1. use local bus to Takedajinjayes148http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_nikujaga/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT027.flv.jpgHowto cook NikujagaNikujaga (肉じゃが) (meaning meat-potato) is a Japanese dish of meat, potatoes and onion stewed in sweetened soy sauce, sometimes with ito konnyaku and vegetables. Thinly sliced beef is the most common meat used, although minced/ground beef is also popular. Pork is often used instead of beef in eastern Japan.yes254http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inamuragasaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL083.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL083.flv.jpgInamuragasaki Inamuragasaki (稲村ヶ崎) is a peninsula or cape in Kamakura. It is located on the western side of Yuigahama beach.
The ancient Tokaido road leading fro mKyoto to Edo passed along the coast south of Inamuragasaki. During the Kamakura period it was an impassable natural defence which made Kamakura an impregnable fortress.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use Enoshima Line to Inamuragasaki
2. walk south eastyes221http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuji_sengen_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL036.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL036.flv.jpgFuji Sengen ShrineKitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine (北口本宮冨士浅間神社) is located Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi Prefecture. It has the history of 2000 years, and have been visited many people who is going to climb Mt. Fuji since then. It is also the north entrance of Mt.Fuji. It has three sacred trees which are over 1000 years. The main shrine was built in 1615 by Torii Naritsugu. It has great leading way with Sugi forest.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fujiyoshida Station.
1. use bus to Sengenjinja (10 min.)yes358http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagose_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL084.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL084.flv.jpgNagoe PassThe Nagoe Pass (名越切り通し, Nagoe kiritoshi) is located on the south east of Kamakura. It is less than 2 metres wide, is one of only seven important passes into Kamakura in ancient times.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use Local bus to Nagoe.
2. walk north (20 min.)yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujiyoshida_histry_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL035.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL035.flv.jpgFujiyoshida History MuseumFujiyoshida History Museum (富士吉田歴史博物館) is located on Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi. There are traditional houses which remains since early Edo Period. You can see the life style around Mt. Fuji for couple hundreds years ago.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fujiyoshida Station.
1. use local bus to Fujiyoshidarekishihakubutsukan.yes270http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gotenba_wasabi_farm/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI049.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI049.flv.jpgGotenba Wasabi no SatoGotenba Wasabi no Sato (御殿場わさびの郷) is wasabi farm located Gotenba, Shizuoka. There are many fresh wasabi products. You can have great view of Mt. Fuji, and the water which is used for growing wasabi is the water of Mt. Fuji. You can also see the farm.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Opens: 9:00 to 17:30, all year.yes304http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_ohitashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT028.flv.jpgHow to cook OhitashiOhitashi is one of the popular food for Japanese dishes. When you boil vegetable such as a spinach and add soy sauce, that is Ohitashi.
Unlike salad, you can eat a large amount vegetable at once with Ohitashi.yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iga_ueno/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME001.flv.jpgIga UenoIga Ueno (伊賀上野) is located in Mie Prefecture. Iga was home to Japan's most famous Iga Samurai and their techniques of ninjutsu. Iga's main tourist attractions are the Iga Ueno castle and the Iga ryũ ninja museum. There are many Ninja related shops, and you can find Ninja everywhere in this town. It is also the birth place of Matsuo Basho, the Haiku master.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The main attraction is around the Igaueno Castle.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Igaueno Station
1. Use Iga Line to Uenoshi Station (20 min.)yes430http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/temple_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME002.flv.jpgTemple StreetTemple Street (寺の道) is located in Iga city. It has many temples concentrated in a small street. There are many temples which have great art works of classic Japanese architecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no Parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Igaueno Station.
1. Use Iga Line to Hirokoji Station (30 min.)
2. Walk east (5 min.)yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iga_ueno_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME003.flv.jpgIga Ueno castleThe Iga Ueno castle(伊賀上野城), one of the 100 best castles of Japan, situated on the site of the former Heirakuji temple is a fine example of Japanese realising the tourist potential of the romantic image of Japan's superman warrior. In the castle area, it is also a part of Ueno Park which has the monument of Matsuo Basho, the poem master, and Igaueno Ninja Museum.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
There is parking
<b>Access</b>
3. at Igaueno Station.
4. Use Iga Line to Uenoshi Station (20 min.)
5. Walk north (5 min.)yes330http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kotai_jingu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME004.flv.jpgKotai Jingu, or Ise Jingu NaikuKotai Jingu, or Ise Jingu Naiku (皇大神宮) is the Grand shrine of Ise located in Ise, Mie prefecture. Historically, Jingu has held the most honored place among all Shinto sanctuaries. It is considered to be the spiritual home of the Japanese people, most of whom wish to make a pilgrimage to Jingu at least once during their lifetime. In fact, more than six million pilgrims and worshipers come to Jingu every year.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Iseshi Station
1. use local bus to Isejingu Nikuyes417http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toyoukedaijingu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME005.flv.jpgToyoukedai Jingu, or Ise Jingu GekuToyoukedai Jingu(豊受大神宮), also known as Ise Jingu Geku (伊勢神宮 外宮), is the grand shrine of Ise located in Ise, Mie prefecture. It is considered to be the spiritual home of the Japanese people, most of whom wish to make a pilgrimage to Jingu at least once during their lifetime. Geku is the first shrine to worship for Ise Jingu.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Iseshi Station
1. walk south (10 min.)yes293http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_oyakodon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT029.flv.jpgHow to cook Oyakodon"Oyakodon."Unlike Katsudon, this time we use chicken and egg.
Oyakodon literary means "parents and child" bowl. Chicken for parent, egg for child. It is one of the popular Japanese family dishes.yes322http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/heijokyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA001.flv.jpgThe Heijo Imperial PalaceThe Heijo Imperial Palace(平城京) is currently under reconstruction for the 1,300th anniversary of Nara as the capital of Japan. It was the Imperial Palace of Japan from 710-784 C.E. when Nara became the first permanent capital of Japan. It is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site although there is very little actual historical architecture or remains to actually see there apart from a few foundation stones. It is hoped that the new building will be completed in time for the anniversary celebrations on November 7th this year.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use local bus to Hejyokyoato shiryokan (20 min.)yes128http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nara_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA002.flv.jpgNara TownNara Town (奈良町) is a historical site which remains many classic buildings since Edo period. Entire area between Kofukuji temple and Genkoji temple is considered as Nara Town and designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are also many site which remains since Nara period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. Unlike other tourist spots, Nara Town has not much gift shops and restaurants.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station
1. walk east (20 min.)yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/dainagonzuka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA003.flv.jpgDainagonzukaDainagonzuka, (大納言塚), is the grave of Toyotomi Hidenaga (豊臣秀長), the younger brother of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. It is located right next to Koriyama Castle where Hidenaga rule at the end of his career. It was built in 1777 for the great memory of Hidenaga.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Kansai Line to Koriyama (4 min.)
2. walk west (25 min.)yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koriyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA004.flv.jpgKoriyama CastleKoriyama Castle (郡山城) was built in 1162 by Tsutsui Junkei. And reconstructed by Toyotomi Hidenaga in 1585. Hidenaga moved all of the market and stores from Nara to Yamato to develop a major city. There are many ruins such as stone wall and moat, and the gates, keeps and houses are reconstructed recently. Today, the castle is chosen as one of the 100 best Hanami spots in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. Admission free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Kansai Line to Koriyama (4 min.)
2. walk west (15 min.)yes405http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/naritasan_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL016.flv.jpgNaritasan ParkNaritasan Park (成田山公園) is located in the Naritasan Shinshoji Temple. It is Japanese style garden with three ponds and artificial waterfalls. During the spring, there are many cherry blossom will bloom. There is Shodo museum in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station
1. walk to Naritasan Shinshoji (Temple 20 min.)yes348http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiroyama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL017.flv.jpgShiroyama ParkShiroyama Park (城山公園) is one of Hanami spots in north Chiba. It has about 1000 Sakura trees. At night there is light up sakura. During the hanami season, there are many food stands in this park.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Komikawa (46 min.)
2. walk north (20 min.)yes252http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/narita_omotesando/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL018.flv.jpgOmotesando Lucky StreetOmotesando Lucky Street (表参道開運通り)is the shopping district around Naritasan Shinshoji Temple. There are many gift shops, restaurants and food stands. Some the building are remaining since Edo period, and entire looks are still preserved as the Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but hard to move a car.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station
1. walk north (10 min.)yes241http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_yama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA019.flv.jpgSakura no Yama ParkSakura no Yama Park (さくらの山公園) is located right next to Narita Airport. There are many Sakura which you can enjoy with great departure of all airplanes.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No fire allowed.
Open: 6:00 to 23:00.
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station
2. walk south to Narita City hall
1. use Bus to Sakuranoyamakoenyes265http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/naritasan_shinshoji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL019.flv.jpgNaritasan Shinshoji TempleNaritasan Shinshoji Temple (成田山新勝寺) is Shingon Buddhist temple located in Narita. It is one of the most famous temple in Kanto region. It has been the sacred spots to regain the protection against disasters and bad luck since established in 940. Especially, during the Edo Period, it was one of the biggest events for Edo people to visit and pray at Shinshoji Temple. Famous Kabuki Actor, Ichikawa Danjuro, prayed for his baby, and after his safe carriage of his baby, he was great believer of Shinshoji Temple and made a great connection between Kabuki and Shinshoji Temple.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. walk north (15 min.)yes403http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yagyu_village/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA005.flv.jpgYagyu VillageYagyu Village (柳生の里) is located east side of Nara Prefecture. It is the home land of Yagyu clan and Yagyu Shinkage Ryu. There are many buildings and spots which are related with Yagyu clan, including their graves, the school, and ruins of houses. At Hotokuzenji Temple, there is a museum which exhibits many swords, armers, certificate and other items of Yagyu Shinkage Ryu. Especially, the sword record of Yagyu Jubei is a excellent book for all Yagyu fans.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking which you can get a map of Yagyu.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kintetsu Nara Station
1. use local bus to Yagyu (50 min.)yes279http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shrimp_fry/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT030.flv.jpgShrimp fry and Squid FryShrimp fry and Squid fry are popular Japanese daily dishes. They are also popular for Bento, Japanese launch box. It is very easy to cook and taste good. Squid fry is also called Ika-Ring, because of the ring shape.yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/setagaya_sakura_namiki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL099.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL099.flv.jpgSetagaya Sakura AvenueThere is Sakura Avenue(桜並木) at Setagaya near Kinuta Park. There are hundreds of Sakura planted for about 1 km of street. It is quiet and you can enjoy great Sakura Avenue during the spring.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No Hanami Party.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya station
1. use Tokyu Denentoshi Line to Yoga (12 min.)
2. walk north (30 min.)yes156http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kinuta_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL100.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL100.flv.jpgKinuta Park HanamiKinuta Park (砧公園) is located at Setagaya Tokyo. It is very popular Hanami spot in Tokyo because it is a large park with over 930 Sakura, cherry blossoms. There are many kids facilities and during the Hanami season, there are many food stands.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya station
1. use Tokyu Denentoshi Line to Yoga (12 min.)
2. walk north (30 min.)yes206http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokohama_symbol_tower/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL085.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL085.flv.jpgYokohama Symbol TowerYokohama Symbol Tower (横浜シンボルタワー) is an active light house for Yokohama Port. It is 58.5m high and there is an observatory at the top floor which is 36.5m high. It has great view of Yokohama Bay area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: Free
There is parking and rest space.
Open from 9:30 to 16:00 (winter), 17:30 (spring and fall), 20:00 (summer)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use local bus to Yokohamashinborutowaa.yes179http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/motomachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL086.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL086.flv.jpgMotomachiMotomachi (元町) is one of the most popular the shopping districts of Yokohama. Because of Yokohama port was the first international port of Japan after Edo Period, Motomachi was developed as the town for foreigners. Since then there are many shops opened for them and it became the fashion leader of western style for long time. Today, there are many fashion stores, and one of the hip spots in Tokyo area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Minatomirai Line to Motomachi-Chukagai (9 min.)yes356http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kishine_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA020.flv.jpgKishine ParkKishine Park (岸根公園) is located at Yokohama. It is one of the popular Hanami Spots in Yokohama. There is a large play ground for sports and family activities. It was used to be US military base, and in 1972, it returned as a park. There is base ball field and martial arts gym.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Yokohama Blue line to Kishinekoen (9 min.)yes215http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shingenko_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL037.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL037.flv.jpgShingen-ko FestivalShingen-ko Festival (信玄公祭り) is the biggest Samurai parade in Japan. It's three-day-festival dedicated to Takeda Shingen who is the most famous Samurai/Daimyo. The festival is held 4/12 which is the date of Shingen's death and the parade happen the first Saturday before 4/12.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a road regulation. Better to visit by train.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station
1. walk south (1 min.)yes365http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suidobashi_budo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL102.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL102.flv.jpgSuidobashi in Budo perspectiveSuidobashi (水道橋) is located right next to Tokyo Dome. It is very famous for martial arts supply shops. There are many Martial arts shops from classic to modern style. If you are looking for any kinds of martial arts supply, Suidobashi is the spots to find ones.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Most of the features are located on Shirayama Street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ochanomizu (2 min.)
2. change to JR Chuo Line (Local) to Suido bashi (2 min.)yes357http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arasaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL087.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL087.flv.jpgCape AraCape Ara (荒崎) is one of 50 views of Kanagawa located in west side of Yokosuka. Cape Ara literary means a rough cape. It has very unique view with white rocks and pine trees. When the air is clear, you can view Mt. Fuji and Enoshima at the same time. There is a walking path for easy hiking at the rough rock beach.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Miuraguchi
2. use local bus to Arasakiyes218http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miura_anjin_grave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL088.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL088.flv.jpgThe grave of Miura AnjinThe grave of Miura Anjin (三浦安針塚) is located in Yokosuka. Miura Anjin, William Adasms, is English Navigator who becomes one of Hatamoto/Samurai of Tokugawa Ieyasu. He was key advisor to Iyeasu and built for him Japan's first Western-style ships and the diplomatic counselor of Ieyasu. He helped him the establishment of Tokugawa Government. This monument is built on his first land as samurai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is located in Tsukayama Park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka
1. walk south west (1hr.)yes130http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakurazaka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL101.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL101.flv.jpgSakura ZakaSakura Zaka (さくら坂) is small sakura avenue located right next to Roppongi Hills. There are about 150 Sakura, cherry blossom, and it has a great light up at night. One of the popular dating spots during the season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light up from 17:30 to 22:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Yamanote Line to Yurakucho (1 min.)
2. use Hibiya Line to Roppongi (8 min.)
3. walk south (3 min.)yes141http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_takenoko_gohan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT031.flv.jpgHow to cook Takenoko Gohan"Takenoko Gohan" (竹の子ご飯, 筍ご飯) is Bamboo Bowl. It is one of the popular spring food with a fresh bamboo. It use a rice cooker with all foods and flavors before steam rice. It is very easy to make and one of the best way to enjoy baby bamboo.yes329http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiraishi_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI007.flv.jpgShiraishi CastleShiraishi Castle (白石城) is a hilltop castle located Shiraishi, Miyagi. It is very popular castle of Katakura Kojuro, the famous Samurai of Date Masamune. It was one of few castles remained after Edo period. The castle appears during Meiji Restoration. The Union of Oou (Tohoku) was established here to against new government. In April, many Cherry blossom (Sakura) bloom, and one of popular Hanami Spots around the area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission for Tenshu-kaku: 300 for adult, 150 for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (winter:16:00)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Shiraishi (48 min.)
2. walk west (20 min.)yes240http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kozeki_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI008.flv.jpgSamurai house of KozekiKozeki House (武家屋敷小関家) is Samurai House remained from late 18th century. It is located right next to Shiraishi Castle. This house was for a middle class Samurai with small but nice garden, and tatami room.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (winter:16:00)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Shiraishi (48 min.)
2. walk west (20 min.)yes157http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shirakawa_komine_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK001.flv.jpgShirakawa Komine CastleShirakawa Komine Castle (白河小峰城) is located in Shirakawa, Fukushima. It is one of 100 best castles of Japan and also popular Hanami spots. It is a hilltop castle with stone walls, moats, gate, and Tenshu-kaku. Komine Castle is very unique castle for Tohoku area because it built with full stones. It is also considered as three major castle of Tohoku Region.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Tenshu is open.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koriyama Station
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Shirakawa (35 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)yes395http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaiseizan_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK002.flv.jpgKaiseizan ParkKaiseizan Park (開成山公園) is one of the popular Hanami spots in Fukushima. It has over 1300 Sakura, Cherry Blossom in this park. At night, there is Yozakura, night sakura during the season. Sakura tunnel is very famous in this park. It's been used for movie making. This park is considered as the symbol of Koriyama City.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Yozakura: 18:00 to 22:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koriyama Station.
1. use buss to Kaiseizan parkyes336http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaiseizan_yozakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK003.flv.jpgYozakura at Kaiseizan ParkYozakura at Kaiseizan Park (開成山公園夜桜) is very popular in Tohoku Area. It has over 1300 Sakura. and Sakura Tunnel of this park is so beautiful at Night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Yozakura: 18:00 to 22:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koriyama Station.
1. use buss to Kaiseizan parkyes222http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miharu_takizakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK004.flv.jpgMiharu Taki-ZakuraMiharu Taki-Zakura (三春滝桜) is over 1000 years old Shidare-Sakura, cherry blossom. It is located in Miharu, Fukushima. Takizakura literary means the waterfalls of Sakura because the sweeping sakura looks huge falls of sakura flowers. It is one of the three major Sakura in Japan, and it is always chosen as the best Hanami spots in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking but during the season, there is huge traffic happens. Recommended by use public transportation.
Admission: 300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koriyama Station
1. use JR Banetsu Line to Miharu (13 min.)
2. take shuttle bus to Takizakura
2. or walk south (1 hr.)yes217http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/domori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG014.flv.jpgDomoriDomori (堂森) is located in Yonezawa, Yamagata. Maeda Keiji (前田慶次) lived Domori at the end of his career. Maeda Keiji is famous Samurai who work for Uesugi Kagekatsu and also known as the most famous "Kabukimono" during the Sengoku Period. His grave, ruins of houses and other related spots are in Domori.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Some of the ruins are inside of the private property. Be careful when you visit.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yonezawa Station
1. walk east (30 min.)yes180http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takeisao_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG006.flv.jpgTakeisao ShrineTakeisao Shrine (建勲神社), enshrines Oda Nobunaga, is located in Tendo, Yamagata. Original Shrine was built in the house of Oda Nobutoshi, the descendant of Nobunaga in Tokyo, and in 1870, it was moved to Tendo, the land of Oda clan. The famous Human Shogi Festival is held under this shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station
1. use JR Oou Line to Tendo (18 min.)
2. walk south east (20 min.)yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukioka_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG015.flv.jpgTsukioka ParkTsukioka Park (月岡公園) is located right next to Kaminoyama Castle. It is popular Hanami spots around the area. There are about 100 sakura in This park. There is light-up Sakura during the season, and it has great view of Kaminoyama Castle with Sakura and entire area of Yamagata area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Light up: 18:30 to 22:00 around middle to the end of April.yes181http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaminoyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG011.flv.jpgKaminoyama CastleKaminoyama Castle (上山城) is located in Kaminoyama Onsen. It was originally built in early 14th century by Satomi Michinaga. There is reconstructed castle, which is also historical museum of Kaminoyama, in the spot and have a great view of Kaminoyama. It is also famous for Sakura and There is Free Foot Onsen in the castle which you can enjoy Castle and cherry blossom at the season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission: 400 yen for adult. 350 yen for students, 50 yen for kids.
Open:9:00 to 16:45
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station.
1. use JR Oou Line to Kaminoyama Onsen (13 min.)
2. walk north west (15 min.)yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hayasizaki_iai_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG009.flv.jpgHayasizaki Iai ShrineHayasizaki Iai Shrine (林崎居合神社), enshrines the sword master Hayashizaki Jinzuke Shigenobu, is the sacred shrine for all Iaido people because this is the birth place of Iaido. He trained his sword here and find the secret of sword, "Pure Iai" in1559 at this shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station
1. use JR Oou Line to Murayama (35 min.)
2. use local bus to Hayashizaki Shrine.yes152http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zao_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG001.flv.jpgZao OnsenZao Onsen (蔵王温泉) is the oldest Onsen exist in Japan. It has over 1900 years of history. Zao Onsen is located in Yamagata Prefecture, and it is also one of the major biggest Ski spots in Japan. There are many Onsen Hotels, public Onsen and free foot Onsen. The Onsen water of Zao has strong acidity, good for making beautiful skin. Therefore, Onsen water of Zao was called Princess Onsen. In summer, Zao is also popular hiking spots.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Water has strong acidity. be careful if you have injury.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station
1. use local bus to Zao Onsenyes351http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/risshakuji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG002.flv.jpgRisshakuji TempleRisshakuji Temple (立石寺), also known as Yamadera, the mountain temple, is one of the popular travel spots in Yamagata. It was built in 860 by Jigaku Daishi. It is famous for the temple of breaking bad luck, and many people visit here to pray for their good luck. It is very unique temples because most of temples are located on the edge of hard cliffs, and have great views of a valley. The Hiku Master, Matsuo Basho had visited here and wrote his poem.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Admission: 300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station
1. use JR Senzan Line to Yamadera (19 min.)
2. walk north (5 min.)yes420http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamadera/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG007.flv.jpgYamaderaYamadera (山寺) is located in eastern mountains of Yamagata Prefecture. It is famous historic site with the mountain temples. Risshakuji Temple, also known as, Yamadera is one of the oldest temples in Japan. Temples are placed on the cliffside and the view from the bottom of the mountain are so unique and mysterious. It has great harmony of history and nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Many gift shops and restaurants are around the station and the temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station
1. use JR Senzan Line to Yamadera (19 min.)yes403http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/harusame_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG013.flv.jpgHarusame HouseHarusame House (春雨庵) was house of Priest Takuwan during 1629 for three years. The houses and garden are still remains as the original. Takuwan loved this garden and he built the same house in Edo in 1644. He made many poems, drawings, and designs when he was in this house. Now, this is one of historical assets of Yamagata.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 100 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station.
1. use JR Oou Line to Kaminoyama Onsen (13 min.)
2. walk south west (30 min.)yes221http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/samurai_house_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG012.flv.jpgSamurai House StreetSamurai House Street (上山武家屋敷通り) of Kaminoyama is the street with four remaining samurai houses. Morimoto House, MIwa House, Yamada House and Sogabe House are remaining Samurai houses. Miwa house is opened public and see the inside of the house. Others are opened for only gardens. You can see what are the real Samurai house and structures.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission of Miwa House: 200 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station.
1. use JR Oou Line to Kaminoyama Onsen (13 min.)
2. walk north (20 min.)yes292http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaminoyama_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG010.flv.jpgKaminoyama OnsenKaminoyama Onsen (上山温泉) is Onsen town located in the middle of Yamagata Prefecture. It is Onsen with lots of Samurai houses. There are also many Samurai Style houses remained from Edo Period. There is a street called Bukeyashiki Street with four remaining Samurai Houses. One of them is opened for public. It was considered as three best Onsen during the Edo Period. There are many free foot Onsen in this town, and public Onsen for only 150 yen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Park at Kaminoyama Castle is the best way to travel.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station.
1. use JR Oou Line to Kaminoyama Onsen (13 min.)yes285http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shougi_yakata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG005.flv.jpgShougi no YakataShougi no Yakata (将棋の館) is Shogi shop with museum. There are many kinds of Shogi pieces and its related goods. There is also a demonstration of making Shogi pieces. The museum of Shogi has all kinds of world chess, the historical Shogi Items, and many art works of Shogi pieces.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Open:8:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station
1. use JR Oou Line to Tendo (18 min.)
2. walk south east (20 min.)yes173http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/eishundo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG004.flv.jpgEishundoEishundo (栄春堂) is a Shogi Piece, Japanese Style Chess, shop located in Tendo Yamagata. It has all kinds of Shogi pieces from reasonable class to the highest class. All of the Shogi Pieces in Eishundo are hand made by the traditional way. The work area is opened to see, therefore the customers are able to see the masters' works. It has also Kokeshi Dolls and all kinds of Shogi related items.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking on back side.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station
1. use JR Oou Line to Tendo (18 min.)
2. walk east (10 min.)yes401http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tendo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG003.flv.jpgTendoTendo (天童) is located in the middle of Yamagata Prefecture. Tendo is the most famous are of Shogi, Japanese Style Chess, Pieces Production. Over 90% of Shogi Pieces in Japan are made in Tendo. The history of Shogi began with Oda Nobumichi, the descendant of Oda Nobunaga. Because current Shogi Style was invented by Ohashi Soke who is samurai of Nobunaga, and Nobunaga admired Shogi for Samurai's strategy training, Nobumichi stared encouraging all Samurai to make Shogi Pieces without having any dishonoring. There are many Shogi shops in Tendo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a human Shogi Festival in April at Maizuru Park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station
1. use JR Oou Line to Tendo (18 min.)yes260http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamadera_fuga/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG008.flv.jpgYamadera Fuga no KuniYamadera Fuga no Kuni (山寺風雅の国) is shopping district located right next to Yamadera. There are the museum of Matsuo Basho, art gallery, gifts shops, sweet cafe and restaurant. Ennin san is the famous rice cake in Fuga no Kuni. At the gift shop, there are all kinds of Yamagata Products.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station
1. use JR Senzan Line to Yamadera (19 min.)
2. walk east north (5 min.)yes290http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_shogayaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT032.flv.jpgHow to cook ShogayakiShogayaki, pork Ginger, is one of the popular Japanese food. It is very popular for a lunch box and restaurants. It is a ginger flavored pork. Pork Ginger is very easy to cook, and taste great with lots of Ginger which make our body healthy.yes241http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jofu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL021.flv.jpgJofu FallsJofu Falls (常布の滝) is one of 100 best waterfalls in Japan. It is located in Kusatsu, Gunma Prefecture. The waterfalls is about 40m high and very unique with red rocks surrounded. It was used to called secret waterfalls because it was located deep side of Mt. Shirane.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Observatory is not so hard to reach, but the bottom of the waterfalls requires high skill of climbing.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kusatsu
1. use bus to Tenguyama Gerende.
2. walk north west (3hr.)yes346http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_yugama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL022.flv.jpgLake YugamaLake Yugama (湯釜) is a caldera lake located on the top of Mt. shirane. It is 300m wide and 30m deep. It has the strongest acid water (ph1.0 ~ 1.2) in the world. It looks light green, but the water does not contain such a color. Many people visit during the hiking season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You cannot visit near from this lake. It is very dangerous. There is a observatory from the top of the Mt. Shirane.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kusatsu
1. use bus to Kusatsu Shirane Resthouse.yes101http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_shirane/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL023.flv.jpgMt. ShiraneMt. Shirane (草津白根山) is located in Kusatsu, Gunma Prefecture. It is 2160m high and active volcano. There are many spots you can see the active volcanic action in this mountain, and some of them are very dangerous to see it. In Mt. Shirane, snow stays until middle of May. One of the popular hiking spots.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There are many restricted area. Stay away from those dangerous spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kusatsu
1. use bus to Kusatsu Shirane Resthouse.yes226http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hie_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL103.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL103.flv.jpgHie ShrineHie Shrine (日枝神社) is located in the middle of Tokyo Metro. It was built in 1478 by Ota Dokan to protect Edo town. It enshrines Ooyamakuhi-no-kami, god of business success, and protector of nature. Hie Shrine was the protector of Edo Castle and Tokugawa Shogun, and also the protector of Edo people during Edo Period. Today, many people visit for their success and peace.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is a parking. South entrance has an elevator.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Akasaka Mitsuke (10 min.)
2. walk south (5 min.)yes292http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kameido_tenjin_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL104.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL104.flv.jpgKameido Tenjin ShrineKameido Tenjin Shrine (亀戸天神社) is located east side of Tokyo Metro. It is famous for its Fuji Flower. Kameido Tenjin was built in 1646 to enshrine Sugawara no Michizane, the God of Education. Fuji blooms in the end of April to beginning of May, and many people visit to enjoy Fuji. During the season, there is Fuji festival and many food stands opens around the shrine.
<b>Visitors</b>
There is no parking. Light up Fuji at GW.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi
1. use Hanzomon Line to Kinshicho (10 min.)
2. walk north east (15 min.)yes361http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tateishi_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL089.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL089.flv.jpgTateishi ParkTateishi Park (立石公園) is located west side of Miura Peninsula. It is one of the 50 views of Kanagawa, and when the air is clear, you can see Mt. Fuji from Tateishi.
Tateishi is a huge rock standing on Akiya beach. It has 12m high and 30m surround.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Zushi Station
1. use local bus to Tateishi (30 min.)yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hananoki_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL090.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL090.flv.jpgHananoki ParkHananoki Park (花の木公園) is located in Hayama Town, Miura Peninsula. It has over 15,000 Tsutsuji trees and it blooms at the end of April. When the air is clear, you can also see Mt. Fuji from this park. Many people enjoy Tsutsuji Hanami at this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Zushi Station
1. local bus to Hayama Shogakkoyes215http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/owada_tsutsuji_hill/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL091.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL091.flv.jpgOtawa Tsutsuji HillOtawa Tsutsuji Hill (太田和つつじの丘) is the hill park with 50,000 Tsutsuji Trees. It is one of the popular Tsutusji spots in Yokosuka.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka chuo Station
1. use Kaikyu Kurihama Line to Misakiguchi
2. use local bus to Rikujo Jieitai chutonchi
3. walk north east (30 min.)yes333http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sunosaki_lighthouse/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL020.flv.jpgSunosaki Lighthouse洲崎灯台 (Sunosaki Lighthouse) is located the south of Boso Peninsula. It is on the mouth of Tokyo Bay, so there is great view of Tokyo Bay and Pacific Ocean. When the air is clear you can also see beautiful Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tateyama Station.
1. use local bus to Sunosaki Todai.yes84http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/well_of_kobo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL022.flv.jpgThe Well of KoboThe Well of Kobo (神余の弘法井戸) is a salt water spring located on Tomoe River, Tateyama, Chiba. It is very quiet place with small river. This is not sea water, but natural gas blow off from the ground. So, you cannot drink this water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tateyama Station
1. use local bus to Kanamariyes72http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sunosaki_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL021.flv.jpgSunosaki ShrineSunosaki Shrine (洲崎神社) is located on the mouth of Tokyo Bay on Boso Side. It was built in 606 B.C.E. by Ameno Tominomikoto. Current location and shrine was built in 720 for protecting from sea accidents. There is another shrine on Yokosuka side and they are respected for the guardians of Tokyo Bay.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tateyama Station.
1. use local bus to Yoroji.
2. walk south (5 min.)yes187http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nirvana_mantokuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL023.flv.jpgNirvana Statue of MantokujiNirvana Statue of Mantokuji Temple (萬徳寺釈迦涅槃仏) is located on Tateyama, south of Boso Peninsula. As the bronze statue of Nirvana Buddha, this is one of the biggest statue in eastern Asia. It has 16m wide and 30t of weight. This was built in 1982. It is located on the top of mountain which has great view of Pacific Ocean.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 100 for kids, 400 for senior.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (16:00 in winter and closed with heavy rain.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tateyama Station
1. use local bus to Awa Kamido (20 min.)
2. walk (3 min.)yes264http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawawa_fuji_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL092.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL092.flv.jpgKawawa Fuji ParkKawawa Fuji Park (川和富士公園) is located in Yokohama. It has a Fuji Hill, called Fuji zuka, which is 74m high. This Fuji was built during Edo period for Mt.Fuji religion. On the top of the hill, you can see Mt. Fuji, Yokohama Down Town, and Shinjuku Skyscrapers. It is the highest Fuji zuka in Tsuzuki.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Nakayama (18 min.)
2. use Yokohama Green Line to Tsuzuki Fureai no Oka (4 min.)
3. walk south (5 min.)
yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamada_fuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL093.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL093.flv.jpgYamada FujiYamada Fuji (山田富士) is one of Fuji Zuka in Yokohama. In early 19th century, Yamada Fuji was already built in this spots. It has 30 m high and the entire park is designed the actual Mt. Fuji and forest. There is a pond which represent Fuji Lakes, and There are two path to reach the top. One in east is called Gotenba, and the other in south is called Yoshida. The slops and the shape are the same as the Mt. Fuji.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Nakayama (18 min.)
2. use Yokohama Green Line to Kitayamada (10 min.)
3. walk east (5 min.)
yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanja_maturi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL105.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL105.flv.jpgSanja MaturiSanja Maturi (三社祭) is one of the most famous Mikoshi Festival in Japan. Sanja Matsuri is held in 3rd weekend of May at Asakusa Shrine and Sensoji Temple. It is three days festival and at the last day, all the towns of Asakusa carry the Miya Mikoshi, the mikoshi of the shrine by relay from one town to other town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stands open at Sensoji Temple. Street will be packed by many people.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Ginza Line to Asakusa
2. walk west.
yes509http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukui_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL094.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL094.flv.jpgTsukui CastleTsukui Castle (津久井城) is the ruins of castle located in Tsukui Kanagawa. It was built in Kamakura Period, and popular style of mountain castle in Japan. It appears mostly during Sengoku Period as the castle of Hojo against Takeda. Today, it has great view of Lake Tsukui and Tanzawa mountains. It is one of the popular hiking spots in Sagami area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chigasaki Station
1. use JR Sagami Line to Hashimoto (58 min.)
2. use local bus to Yamashiro
yes469http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_karaage/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT033.flv.jpgHow to cook Kara-age"Karaage" is Japanese Style Fried Chicken. It is flavoredwith soy sauce, ginger and garlic. One of the popular food for lunch box, dinner and Izakaya food. Most of the time, it uses chicken but, you can use pork or beef as well.
yes271http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_livernira/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT034.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT034.flv.jpgHow to cook Liver Nira ItameLiver Nira Itame is a "Liver and Garlic Chives Grill." It is very healthy Japanese food because you can eat lots of vegetable at once. The flavor is mostly soy sauce, but you can add garlic and ginger, too.
yes275http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shakujii_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL106.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL106.flv.jpgShakujii ParkShakujii Park (石神井公園) is located in Nerima ward, Tokyo. It is one of the popular park around Tokyo Metro. There are huge ponds with a lot of flowers which cover all seasons. You can enjoy great nature and family activities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restrooms.
You can borrow a boat.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro
1. use Seibu Ikebukuro Line to Syakujiikouen (9 min.)
yes389http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukuiko_enchi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL095.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL095.flv.jpgTsukuiko Flower GardenTsukuiko Flower Garden (津久井湖水の苑地) is a flower garden located right next to Lake Tsukui. There are many flower gardens which you can enjoy all seasons.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chigasaki Station
1. use JR Sagami Line to Hashimoto (58 min.)
2. use local bus to Yamashiro
yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shoji_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL038.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL038.flv.jpgShoji FallsShoji Falls (精進ヶ滝) is one of 100 best waterfallslocated in Minami Alps National Park. It has 121m high which is the highest waterfalls, as the straight fall, in eastern Japan. The water is coming from Mt.Hoousan and the fall is about 1400m high from the sea level. The access to the observation spot is also great hiking course with beautiful green leaves and water during the summer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom at the parking.
40 min. from the paring to the observatory.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
0. Nirasaki Statinon.
1. use root 20 to Makihara cross and make left.
2. change to Shojigadaki Rindo (30 min.)
3. walk (40 min.)
yes459http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ishiutorogawa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL039.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL039.flv.jpgIshiutorogawa ValleyIshiutorogawa Valley (石空川渓谷) is located in Minami Alps National Park. The water is coming from Mt. Jizo (2,764m). There is many waterfalls in the hiking course, especially Shoji Falls is one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan and highest waterfalls in Eastern Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom at the parking.
40 min. from the paring to the observatory of Shoji Falls.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
0. Nirasaki Statinon.
1. use root 20 to Makihara cross and make left.
2. change to Shojigadaki Rindo (30 min.)
3. walk (5 min.)
yes327http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sekisuiji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL040.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL040.flv.jpgSekisuiji TempleSekisuiji Temple (積翠寺) is Rinzai Buddhist temple located in Kofu, Yamanashi. It is the famous temple for where Takeda Shingen was born in 1521. There is Shingen-ko's well which its water was used for his birth. This temple is located on Mt. Yogai which was the former castle of Takeda clan.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is a parking.
The well is located on the back side of the temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. At Kofu Station
1. use Bus to Sekisuiji Onsen.
yes170http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kai_yamato/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL041.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL041.flv.jpgKai-YamatoKai-Yamato (甲斐大和) is located in Koshu, Yamanashi. Yamato is the last spots of the story of Takeda Shingen because Takeda Katsuyori (武田勝頼) died here. The trace of his way is still the same. At Keitokuji Temple, there is the stone which Katsuyori used for his Seppuku.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kaiyamato (40 min.)
yes181http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/keitokuin_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL042.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL042.flv.jpgKeitokuin TempleKeitokuin Temple (景徳院) was built in 1582 by Tokugawa Ieyasu for the dedication of Takeda clan. In the temple there are stones where Katuyori, the last lord of Takeda, and his family commit suicide.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kaiyamato (40 min.)
2. walk east (30 min.)
yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryumon_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL043.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL043.flv.jpgRyumon ValleyRyumon Valley (竜門峡) is the valley of Hi River located in Koshu, Yamanashi. It literary means Dragon's Gate Valley. The entire valley is about 2.1km long. It is great valley for hiking and fishing. In Fall, there is beautiful Koyo, autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom. You need to buy a fishing license for fishing at the parking of Keitokuin Temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kaiyamato (40 min.)
2. walk east (50 min.)
yes429http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/manpukuji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL096.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL096.flv.jpgManpukuji TempleManpukuji Temple (満福寺) was founded by the Buddhist priest, Gyoki in 744. It is sacred to Yakushi-Nyorai. From this temple, Minamoto no Yoshitsune (源義経), younger brother of the Shogun Yoritomo, wrote the "koshigoe-jo," a reaffirmation of his allegiance to Yoritomo and a pled to be restored to favor. Artifcats used by Yoshitsune's cohort Benkei and preserved within
this temple.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
The original letter of Yoshitsune is in this temple.
Admission: 200 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura
1. use Enoshima Line to Koshigoe
2. walk east (5 min.)
yes173http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ukima_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL107.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL107.flv.jpgUkima ParkUkima Park (浮間公園) is located north of Tokyo Metro. It has a big pond which you can enjoy fishing. There are many sports facilities, such as base ball field, tennis courts, and play ground. It was open in 1967 as the gift from mayer to children of Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akabane Station
1. Tohoku Line to Ukimafunado
yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gokurakuji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL097.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL097.flv.jpgGokurakuji TempleGokurakuji Temple (極楽寺) is Shingonritsu Buddhist Temple. It is located on Gokurakuji-pass which is one of the seven pass of Kamakura. It was built in 1259 by Hojo Shigetoki. There is a great Sakura street.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura
1. use Enoshima Line to Gokurakuji (10 min.)
2. walk north (3 min.)
yes252http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_takoyaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT035.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT035.flv.jpgHow to cook TakoyakiTakoyaki (たこ焼き) (literally fried or baked octopus) is a popular Japanese dumpling made of batter, diced or whole baby octopus, tempura scraps (tenkasu), pickled ginger, and green onion, topped with okonomiyaki sauce, ponzu, mayonnaise, green laver (aonori), and katsuobushi (fish shavings).
yes344http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hachimanbara_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL006.flv.jpgHachimanbara ParkHachimanbara Park (八幡原史跡公園) is the historical site of the 4th battle of Kawanakajima in 1561. The legend said, there was face-to-face combat happened between Takeda Shingen and Uesugi Kenshin at this park. There are many ruins from the 4th battle of Kawanakajima. There is the statues of "Ikkiuchi" between Takeda Shingen and Uesugi Kenshin.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking, and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station.
1. use local bus to Hachimanbarasisekikoen
yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawanakajima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL007.flv.jpgKawanakajimaKawanakajima (川中島) is located in north Nagano Prefecture. Kawanakajima is one of the most famous battle spot where Takeda Shingen ( 武田信玄) and Uesugi Kenshin (上杉謙信) had battles for 5 times from 1553 to 1564. It is considered as one of the most famous and major battle ever happened in the history of Japan. The most famous battle of Kawanakajima is the fourth battle which happens in 1561. What people consider of Kawanakajima is this battle. It is called the Battle of Hachimanbara. There are the statues of Takeda Shingen and Uesugi Kenshi at Hachimanbara park. The legend said there was the face-to-face battle between Shingen and Kenshin here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
All the spots are located around the Hachimanbara park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station.
1. use local bus to Hachimanbarasisekikoen
yes477http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_saijo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL008.flv.jpgMt. SaijoMt. Saijo (妻女山) is the mountain located in Nagano. It is one of the Kawanakajima Historic Battlefield. This is the mountain where Uesugi Kenshin ( 上杉謙) of Echigo and his troops were based for the fourth Battle of Kawanakajima, on September 10, 1561. There is an observatory where you can see all Kawanakajima area and beautiful Kita Alps.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use Nagano Line to Susaka (28 min.)
2. use Nagano Yashiro Line to Iwano (30 min.)
3. walk east (20 min.)
yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsushiro_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL009.flv.jpgMatsushiro CastleMatsushiro Castle (松代城) is a ruin of the castle located in Nagano city, Nagano. It is also called Kaizu ( 海津城). It is built by Takeda Shingen for the battle of Kawanakajima in 1560, and it became the castle of Matsushiro later by Sanada Nobuyuki. You can see the area of Kawanakajima and Mt. Saijo which gives you the great image of the battle of Kawanakajima.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use local bus to Matsushiro.
2. walk south west (10 min.)
yes191http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsushiro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL010.flv.jpgMatsushiroMatsushiro (松代) is located in Nagano Prefecture. Matsushiro was used to be a land of Sanada clan. The first Daimyo of Matsushiro was Sanada Nobuyuki, the brother of Sanada Yukimura. There are many Samurai houses and buildings still remains since Edo Period, such as Castle and Samurai School. Matsushiro is also the located where the famous battle of Kawanakajima was happened. Those ruins also remain at Matsushiro.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
All great spots are located around the Sanada's House.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use local bus to Matsushiro.
yes171http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsushiro_samurai_school/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL011.flv.jpgMatsushiro Samurai SchoolMatsushiro Samurai School (松代藩文武学校) was built in 1853 by Sanada Yukinori. It is the only remaining Samurai School which has complete sets of all kinds of training facilities. Samurai of Matsushiro used to study not only all martial arts, Jujutsu, Kenjutsu, Archery, Spear, but also study literature, artillery and tactics.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Addmission: 200 yen for adult, 80 for kids.
Open:9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use local bus to Matsushiro.
2. walk south west (10 min.)
yes187http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nanayo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL108.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL108.flv.jpgNanayo FallsNanayo Falls is located in Mt. Mitake, Tokyo. It is 7 steps waterfalls with 50m high in total. It is on the one of Hiking courses of Mt. Mitake. You can enjoy lunch in front of the falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is located on Rock Garden Hiking course of Mt. Mitake.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tachikawa Station
1. use JR Ome Line to Mitake.
2. use bust to Cable car station (10 min.)
3. use Mitake-san Cable car to the top of Mountain. (6 min.)
4. walk east (40 min.)
yes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rock_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL109.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL109.flv.jpgRock GardenRock Garden (岩石園) is a valley located in Mt. Mitake. This small valley is the great harmony of river, rocks and beautiful trees. In early summer, it will be beautiful with green leaves, and in fall, it has great Autumn leaves. The moss is beautiful and main feature of this valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is located on one of the hiking courses of Mt. Mitaka.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tachikawa Station
1. use JR Ome Line to Mitake.
2. use bust to Cable car station (10 min.)
3. use Mitake-san Cable car to the top of Mountain. (6 min.)
4. walk east (40 min.)
yes374http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ayahiro_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL110.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL110.flv.jpgAyahiro FallsAyahiro Falls (綾広の滝) is located on the end of the Rock Garden of Mt. Mitake. It is 10m high. The waterfalls is surrounded by huge rocks. It's a one of the main feature of the Rock Garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No chair.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tachikawa Station
1. use JR Ome Line to Mitake.
2. use bust to Cable car station (10 min.)
3. use Mitake-san Cable car to the top of Mountain. (6 min.)
4. walk east (1hr. 30min.)
yes187http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_mitake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL111.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL111.flv.jpgMt. MitakeMt. Mitake (御岳山) is located in Okutama, Tokyo. It is 929m high and approximately 2 hours from Tokyo. Mt. Mitake is one of the popular hiking spots nearby Tokyo Metro. There is a huge Shrine called "Musashi Mitake Shrien," and a lot of beautiful natures for all seasons. There are several hiking courses which covers for all generations. One of long hiking course has beautiful waterfalls, valley and scenery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Cable car costs: 1090 yen for a round trip. Last train is 18:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tachikawa Station
1. use JR Ome Line to Mitake.
2. use bust to Cable car station (10 min.)
3. use Mitake-san Cable car to the top of Mountain. (6 min.)
4. walk east (1hr. 30min.)
yes482http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryukoji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL098.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL098.flv.jpgRyukoji TempleRyukoji Temple (龍口寺) is Nichiren Buddhist temple located in Fujisawa. It was built in 1337 by Priest Nippo. The location was originally used for the execution. In 1271, Priest Nichiren was just about to executed here, but he was survived. Later, Nippo the students of Nichiren, found out that this is the sacred spot because Nichiren survived from the disaster.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station
1. use Enoshima Line to Enoshima (20 min.)
2. walk east (4 min.)
yes229http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zenkoji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL012.flv.jpgZenko-ji TempleZenko-ji Temple (善光寺) is one of the most popular Buddhist temple in eastern Japan. It was founded over 1400 years ago. The main hall, which was reconstructed in 1707, is one of the National Treasure of Japan. Historically, it opened to women when other temples were not, now up to eight million people visit Zenkoji every year. It is Tendai and Pure Land Buddhist Temple.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Main hall opens: one hour before morning ritual(latest is 6 am) to 16:00
Museum open: 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use bus to Zenkoij sando
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes410http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zenkoji_sando/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL013.flv.jpgZenkoji SandoZenkoji Sando (善光寺参道) is a street leading to Zenko-ji Temple. It was built in 1714. There are many gift shops and hotels. These stores are existed since the street was built. Those hotels are called "Syukubo." People who are attending the practice at Zenkoji Temple stay there.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking. Pedestrian Free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use bus to Zenkoij sando
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes415http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mitsugo_cavern/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL113.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL113.flv.jpgMitsugo CavernMitsugo Cavern (三ツ合鍾乳洞) is a cavern located in Yozawa Valley. It has 120m long. There is a waterfalls in this cavern called Doragon's falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 yen
Open: close at the sunset.
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Itsukaichi Station.
1. use Local bus to Mitsugoshonyudo
2. walk west 15 min.
yes243http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ogaku_cavern/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL114.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL114.flv.jpgOgaku CavernOgaku Cavern (大岳鍾乳洞) is a cavern located in Yozawa Valley. It has over 300m long. It is one of the major cavern in Tokyo. It was found in 1962. If you are big fun of spelaeanking, this cavern has lots to offer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen
Close at: the Sunset.
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Itsukaichi Station
1. use Bas to Yozwa (35 min.)
2. walk west (25 min.)
yes399http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yozawa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL112.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL112.flv.jpgYozawa FallsYozawa Falls (養沢大滝) is located in Yozawa Valley. It has 30m high. It is one of the highest waterfalls in Tokyo. It is on the hiking course to top of Mt. Ogaku, and you can also access to Mt. Mitake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Itsukaichi Station
1. use Bas to Yozwa (35 min.)
2. walk west (45 min.)
yes292http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokosuka_iris_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL099.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL099.flv.jpgYokosuka Iris GardenYokosuka Iris Garden (横須賀しょうぶ園) is a flower garden located in Yokosuka. It is very famous for its Iris. There are over 140,000 Iris blooming in June. It has also many other flowers to cover all seasons.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
From April to June, there is a fee for parking.
Open: 9:00 to 19:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kinugasa.
1. use local bus to Shobuen.
yes405http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yuhi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL100.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL100.flv.jpgYuhi FallsYuhi Falls (夕日の滝) is located on Ashigara Mountain. It literary means sunset falls because it become so beautiful at Sunset. It has 23m high and 5m wide. "Kintaro ( 金太郎)," who is the hero of one of the most popular fairy tale in Japan, was born here. There is his house and play ground around the fall. Currently, there is camping space.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara
1. use Odawara Line to Daiyuzan
2. use local bus to Jizodo
3. walk 30 min.
yes195http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hell_pond_kiyozaemon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL101.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL101.flv.jpgHell pond of kiyozaemonHell's pond of kiyozaemon(清佐衛門地獄池) is a spring located in Ashigara. It only one in Kanagawa which is chosen as new 100 best water in Japan. There are many flowers for all season. The shrine is Benzaiten Shrine, the god of spring and water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara
1. use Odawara Line to Daiyuzan
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes156http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sagamihara_asamizo_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL102.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL102.flv.jpgSagamihara Asamizo ParkSagamihara Asamizo Park (相模原麻溝公園) is located in Sagamihara, Kanagawa. It has a huge play ground, kids facilities, flower garden, sports field and free public zoo. It is also famous for its Hydrangea. Asamizo Park has about 170 kinds 6,000 Hydrangea, and they bloom in June. At the observatory which as 38m high, you can see a great view of Sagami area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. Closed at 20:00.
Food cafe and restroom.
Zoo close on Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara
1. use Odakyu Line to Sagami Ono
2. use local bus to Sogotaiikukan (20 min.)
3. walk west (5 min.)
yes323http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/seto_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL103.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL103.flv.jpgSeto HouseSeto House (瀬戸屋敷) is a public samurai house located of Kaisei Town, Kanagawa. The house was used to be Seto who was samurai of Kanaijima. Now, it is a community spots of Kaisei where has lots of events and activities, especially during the Ajisai Festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. It's free expect during the Ajisai Festival of Kaisei (June)
Admission: free but the same as a parking.
Open:10:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Odakyu Line to Kaisei.
2. walk north (20 min.)
yes189http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanada_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL014.flv.jpgSanada TownSanada Town (真田町) is the birth place of Sanada clan located. Sanada Yukitaka( 真田幸隆), who is the grandfather of Sanada Yukimura (真田幸村), offered his service to Takeda Shingen and becomes one of the 24 Shingen's Samurai. That was the beginning of the legend of Sanada clan. There are many ruins, such as castle, houses and spots where Sanada Ninja trained.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
most of the spots has parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use Shinano Line to Ueda (42 min.)
2. use local bus to Sanada (20 min.)
yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sengo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL015.flv.jpgSengo FallsSengo Falls (千古滝) is located Ueda, Nagano prefecture. It is two 5m high waterfalls. Legend said famouse one of "Sanada Juyushi( 真田十勇士)," 10 Ninja of Sanada, Kirigakure Saizo trained his hiding technique here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use Shinano Line to Ueda (42 min.)
2. use local bus to Sengo Onsen (30 min.)
yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakuma_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL016.flv.jpgKakuma ValleyKakuma Valley (角間渓谷) is located in Ueda, Nagano Prefecture. Legend said famouse one of "Sanada Juyushi( 真田十勇士)," 10 Ninja of Sanada, Sarutobi Sasuke (猿飛 佐助) trained his jumping skill here. There is a hiking courses, and in falls, you can enjoy a beautiful Autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. Hiking course is not so long.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use Shinano Line to Ueda (42 min.)
2. use local bus to Yokosawa
3. walk east (20 min.)
yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanada_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL017.flv.jpgSanada CastleSanada Castle (真田城) is a ruins of Castle located in Ueda, Nagano prefecture. It was built in early 16th century by Sanada clan. It was former castle of Sanada before Ueda castle. It is typical mountain castle with U-shape surrounded by cliffs. The samurai houses were located on the open side. At the top, you can see great view of Sanada Town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use Shinano Line to Ueda (42 min.)
2. use local bus to jurinji kominkan
3. walk east (30 min.)
yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takashima_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL018.flv.jpgTakashima CastleTakashima Castle (高島城) was built in 1590 by Hineno Takayoshi, one of Toyotomi Hideyoshi's Samurai. The castle was called "the Floating Castle of Lake Suwa" because it appeared as if it rose out of the water. There is reconstructed Tenshu-kaku and moat, walls and gates are exits. It is shozen as one of three major castles of lake in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission for Tenshu: 300 yen for adult, 150 for kids.
Open:9:00 to 16:30(winter) 17:30(summer)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kami Suwa Station
1. use local bus to Suwashiyakusyo
2. walk west (1 min.)
yes269http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suwako_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL019.flv.jpgSuwako OnsenSuwako Onsen (諏訪湖温泉) is onsen town located east side of Lake Suwa. It was developed as a down town of Suwa Shrine for long time. There is a geyser which spring several times a day. There are many Onsen Hotels and free foot Onsen in Suwako Onsen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking at the geyser.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kami Suwa Station
1. walk north (15 min.)
yes226http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakamachi_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL020.flv.jpgNakamachi StreetNakamachi Street (中町通り) is a shopping district with Edo Style building. It was used to be the road leading to Zenkoji Temple. There are many interesting shops. The shops here have unique feature and products to sell, especially fashion shops, antique shops and food shops.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes187http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nawate_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL021.flv.jpgNawate StreetNawate Street (縄手通り) is a shopping districts located right next to Matsumoto Castle. Nawate street was developed as the Sando leading to Yohashira Shrine. Because it is located next to Metoba River, frogs are the feature of this shopping districts. There is Frog Shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. Pedestrian free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes145http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yakushi_pond_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL115.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL115.flv.jpgYakushi Pond ParkYakushi Pond Park (薬師池公園, yakushiikekoen) is located in Machida, Tokyo. It is chosen as one of new 100 best view of Tokyo, and Tokyo scenery and 100 best historical park in Japan. There are 2200 Iris which bloom in early June. Also, this park has most of popular flowers such as Ume, Sakura, Fuji, Ajisai, Lotus and Koyo in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Parking Opens: from 6:00 to 18:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Machida (25 min.)
2. use local bus to Yakushiike Koen (30 min.)
yes322http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/manyo_flower_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL116.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL116.flv.jpgManyo Flower GardenManyo Flower and Grass Garden (万葉草花園, manyokusabanaen) is a garden with 330 kinds of grass and flowers. It is located in Kakushi Pond Park. There is Ogiya house which is samurai house.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Closed: at Tuesday.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30
Admission: Free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Machida (25 min.)
2. use local bus to Yakushiike Koen (30 min.)
yes228http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sagamihara_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL105.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL105.flv.jpgSagamihara parkSagamihara park (相模原公園) is a park with a huge play ground, fountains, and lots of flower gardens located in Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture. It is one of popular Iris spots in Kanagawa. There are 120 kinds 26,000 Iris in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. (Free on weekdays)
Parking Opens:8:30 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara
1. use Odakyu Line to Sagami Ono
2. use local bus to Sogotaiikukan (20 min.)
3. walk west (10 min.)
yes316http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aikido_tenshokai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SC001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SC001.flv.jpgAikido Tensho-KaiAikido Tensho-Kai (合気道天照会) is Aikido School located in Yokohama, Kanagawa. Aikido is the modern martial arts, which called "Budo," based on the Traditional Japanese martial arts. Aikido in Tensho-Kai takes the practical techniques with floating motion and harmony. The school is open for all generation from kids to seniors.
<b>School Info.</b>
Admission: 100 yen per class
Time: 7:20 p.m. to 8:40 p.m.
Date: First and Third Thursday and 2nd and 4th Tuesday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama
1. use Yokohama Blue Line to Nippa (20 min.)
2. walk east (5 min)
yes360http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_omurice/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT036.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT036.flv.jpgHow to cook Omu-RiceOmu-Rice is a contemporary Japanese dish consisting of an Omelette made with ketchup flavored fried rice. The name is combination of Omelette and Rice. It is one of the popular Japanese food, especially kids love Omu-Rice. The flavors of the rice could be any other taste, such as Curry flavor.
yes344http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukiji_outer_market/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL117.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL117.flv.jpgTsukiji Outer MarketTsukiji Outer Market (築地場外市場) is the open public market of Tsukiji Fish Market. There are many fish markets which sales fresh fishes with very reasonable price. The outer market has the best reasonable Sashimi bowl which you can get in Japan. You can get all kinds of Sushi and Sashimi related foods and supply such as Sashimi knives.
Tsukiji Outer Market is for all Sushi and Sashimi Lovers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station
1. use Keikyu Line to Daimon (6 min.)
2. use Toei Oedo Line to Tsukiji ichiba (4 min.)
yes371http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_napolitan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT037.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT037.flv.jpgHow to cook Spaghetti NapolitanSpaghetti Napolitan is Japanese Original Spaghetti.
yes306http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryuka_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN017.flv.jpgRyuka FallsRyuka Falls (竜化の滝) is 60m-high waterfalls located Shiobara Valley. It's three steps falls and considered as one of the most major waterfalls in Tochigi as well as Kegon Falls. In Shiobara Valley there are about100 waterfalls and Ryuka is the most famous falls of Shiobara waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nasushiobara Station.
1. use bus to Shiobara Onsen.
2. use local bus to Ryukanotaki.
3. walk north (20min.)
yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiobara_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN018.flv.jpgShiobara ValleyShiobara Valley (塩原渓谷) is located in the north mountains of Tochigi prefecture. It is known as the valley of Waterfalls and Rocks because there are about 100 waterfalls in this valley. During the Koyo season, it has great Autumn leaves. In all season except winter, you can enjoy hiking with beautiful nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</>
There are many parking for each spots.
This valley has many Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nasushiobara Station.
1. use bus to Shiobara Onsen.
2. use local bus to Ryukanotaki.
yes458http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okushiobara_volcanic_spring/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN019.flv.jpgOkushiobara New Volcanic SpringOkushiobara New Volcanic Spring (奥塩原新湯爆裂火口跡) is active volcanic spring located Okushiobara, Tochigi Prefecture. You can see the gas and hot water springs from the ground, and it just look like an under world.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, restroom and public Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nasushiobara Station.
1. use bus to Shiobara Onsen.
2. use local bus to Okushiobara.
yes159http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gensan_cave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN020.flv.jpgGensan CaveGensan Cave (源三窟) is a historic cave located Shiobara Onsen, Tochigi Prefecture. It is a historical site of Shiobara because the armors of Minamoto no Aritsuna were found in this cave. Inside of the cave has dolls to introduce the tragedy of Aritsuna. The cave is also combined with the samurai museum.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 700 yen for adult, 400 yen for kids.
There is parking, and restroom.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00 for summer, 9:00 to 16:00 for winter.
yes201http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_somen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT038.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT038.flv.jpgHow to cook SomenSomen (素麺) is a popular Japanese summer food. It is dry noodle which is served cold with dipping sauce. It is the same noodle of Udon, but Somen is much thinner.
yes174http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/teppozu_inari_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL118.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL118.flv.jpgTeppozu Inari ShrineTeppozu Inari Shrine (鉄砲洲稲荷神社) is Inari Shrine located in Hacchobori. It was built in 1624, and removed in current location in 1868. In this shrine, there is Fuji-zuka, the miniature of Mt. Fuji made from Lava of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Climbing up Fujizuka is open only July 1st.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. use HIbiya Line to Hacchobori (10 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sulfur_onsen_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL106.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL106.flv.jpgThe hell of Sulfur OnsenThe hell of Sulfur Onsen (硫黄地獄, iojigoku) is a wild Onsen located in Hakone. It is also one of the onsen springs for Hakone Onsen. It is strong acid water with sulfur. You can smell of Onsen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Don't touch the spring water because it is very hot! It is not the tourist attraction, so any activity here takes your own responsibility. Never drop any liquid into this spring because it is used public Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakone Station
1. use Hakone Tozan Line to Kowakudani(33 min.)
2. use bus to Ashinoyu
3. walk north (1 hr.)
yes142http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hayama_ajisai_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL107.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL107.flv.jpgHayama Ajisai ParkHayama Ajisai Park (葉山あじさい公園) is a park of Hydrangea located in Hayama, Kanagawa. It has about 3,000 Hydrangea which bloom in the end of June. You can also see great view of Sagami Bay.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It is a small park.
<b>Access</b>
0. Yokosuka Station.
1. use Keikyu to Shinzushi
2. use local bust to Mukaigahara (15 min.)
3. walk south west (10 min.)
yes318http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakone_yumoto_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL108.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL108.flv.jpgHakone Yumoto OnsenHakone Yumoto Onsen (箱根湯本温泉) is the One of Hakone Onsen town located in Kanagawa. Hakone Yumoto Onsen is located at the entrance of Hakone Onsen, approximately 1 1/2 hrs. from Tokyo. It is the biggest Onsen town in Hakone with many Onsen hotels, restaurants and gift shops.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many public Onsen, but few parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station.
yes265http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amidaji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL109.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL109.flv.jpgAmidaji TempleAmidaji Temple (阿弥陀寺) is Pure Land Buddhist temple located in Hakone. It is also known as Ajisai Temple because about 3000 Ajisai planted by current Priest. Amidaji Temple was built in 1610 by priest Tansei while he was training at the cave of this mountain.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station.
1. walk north west (30 min.)
yes184http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kazamatsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL110.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL110.flv.jpgKazamatsuriKazamatsuri (風祭) is located in Hakone. It is lcoated in the Valley of Hayakawa River. Some historians said Kazamatsuri is the village of Fuma Ninja ( 風間忍者). Fuma Village was located at Kazama Valley, and for a long time the sound of Kazama Dani changes to Kazamatsuri.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no sigh of Fuma Ninja remains, but mountain side, you might feel the sprits of Fuma Ninja.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakone Yumoto
1. use Hakone Tozan Line to Kazamatsuri (10 min.)
yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howot_cook_goya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT039.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT039.flv.jpgHow to cook Goya ChanpuruGoya Chanpuru is popular Okinawa food with Goya, a bitter gourd.This is Goya. Also called Nigauri. It has strong bitter taste, but also very healthy.
yes363http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuchu_forest_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL119.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL119.flv.jpgFuchu Forest and MuseumFuchu Home Forest and Museum (府中郷土の森) is a public park with flower gardens, a planetarium, a museum and traditional houses. It is popular Hanami Spots for Ume, Japanese plum and Ajisai, Hydrangea. There is water play ground and open field for family activities. Also, they offer you the experiencing craft works.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuchu Station
1. use local bus to Kyodonomorimae (10 min.)
yes447http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hyakuhiro_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL120.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL120.flv.jpgHyakuhiro FallsHyakuhiro Falls (百尋の滝) is located Okutama Town Nippara, Tokyo. It has 40m high and located at Mt. Kawanori. Hyakuhiro Falls is located deep side of Kawanori Valley, but it is one of the highest waterfalls in Okutama area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okutama Station.
1. use local bus #1 to Kawanoribashi (15 min.)
2. walk north (2 hr.)
yes267http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawanori_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL121.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL121.flv.jpgKawanori ValleyKawanori Valley (川苔谷) is a valley located in Okutama, Tokyo. It has many waterfalls including Hyakuhiro Falls. Many people visit this valley for all season because it has many seasonable feature. Especially, green leaves in early summer and red leaves in Autumn are beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okutama Station.
1. use local bus #1 to Kawanoribashi (15 min.)
yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nippara_cave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL122.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL122.flv.jpgNippara CaveNippara Cave (日原鍾乳洞) is one of the most famous tourist spot in Nippara. It is chosen as one of the best caves in Japan by Stalactite Grottos of Japan. The inside temperature is 11 degree c for all year, so many people visit here during the summer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 600 yen for adult, 400 yen for junior high, 300 for kids.
Open: 8:00 to 17:00. From Dec 1 to March 31, 8:30 to 16:30 There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okutama Station
1. use local bus #1 to Shonyudomae (30 min.)
2. walk north (5 min.)
--or--
2. on weekend the bus stops at HIgashi Nippara, then walk north (30 min.)
yes633http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/indonesia_festival_2010/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL123.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL123.flv.jpgIndonesia Festival 2010Indonesia Festival 2010 (インドネシア祭り) is a friendship and awareness festival between Indonesia and Japan. It was held in Yoyogi Park. There are many food stands which you can enjoy great Indonesian food. Also, there are many traditional stuff of Indonesia, including dance and music, craft works, and arts.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no admission fee.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes471http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sensoji_nishisando/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL124.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL124.flv.jpgSensoji Nishi-sando StreetSensoji Nishi-sando Street (浅草寺西参道) is a shopping district located as the west-side entrance of Sensoji Temple. This shopping district is specialized for all Samurai properties, such as sword, cloth and all other props for Samurai showcase and movies.
<b>Toursit Info.</b>
Most of the shops close on weekdays.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno
1. use Ginza line to Asakusa (6 min.)
2. walk north east (15 min.)
yes300http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hozuki_market_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL125.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL125.flv.jpgHozuki Market FestivalHozuki Market Festival (ほおずき市) is happen July 9 and 10 at Sensoji Temple. At this market, people sale Hozuki, the winter-cherry, for their Obutsudan. Hozuki Market happens the ShimanRokusennich which means 46 thousand worship. When you visit July 9 or 10 at Sensoji, it worth for 46,000 worship.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
46,000 worship: 6:00 to 20:00
Hozuki Market: 8:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno
1. use Ginza line to Asakusa (6 min.)
2. walk north west (5 min.)
yes160http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soka_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL033.flv.jpgSoka ParkSoka Park (そうか公園) is located at Soka, Saitama. It has various kinds of sports facilities and play grounds for family activities. It is popular Ajisai, Hydrangea, spot in Saitama. In the middle of June, lots of Ajisai bloom in this park. Also, Iris and Autumn leaves are beautiful as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya
1. use JR Keihin-Tohoku Line to Minami Urawa. (12 min.)
2. use JR Musashino Line to Koshigayareiku Town. (14 min.)
3. walk south (20 min.)
yes159http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_unagi_bowl/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT040.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT040.flv.jpgHow to cook Unagi BowlUnagi Bowl. It is a popular summer food in Japan. Japanese eat Unagi at Doyo's Ushi Days, happens in July or August. Unagi contains high nutrition which especially good for hot weather.yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_jogasaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI050.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI050.flv.jpgCape JogasakiCape Jogasaki (城ヶ崎) is a popular sightseeing spot in Ito, Izu Peninsula. It is a cape made from the lava of Mt. Omuro. There are a lighthouse, a cable suspension bridge, and caps which all of them has great view of Pacific Ocean, Izu Peninsula and Izu Islands.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
The light house closed at 17:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. Ito Station
1. use Izu Express Line to Jogasakikaigan (24 min.)
2. walk south (15 min.)
yes363http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/harbor_view_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL112.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL112.flv.jpgHarbor View ParkHarbor View Park (港の見える丘公園, minatonomieruokakouen) is one of the major travel spots in Yokohama like Yamashita Park. During the end of Edo period, French and British armies stayed at this hill. Night scenery of this park is one of three major Night sites in Japan. There is a French garden and English Garden. Its rose garden is very popular in Yokohama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
French garden closed at Night. There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Minatomirai Line to Motomachi-chukagai.
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes318http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/motomachi_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL113.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL113.flv.jpgMotomachi ParkMotomachi Park (元町公園) is a park with history located in Yokohama. It has a public swimming pool, and archery range. There is ruins of French houses. There are also classic western houses in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Minatomirai Line to Motomachi-chukagai.
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamate_itariayama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL111.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL111.flv.jpgYamate Itariayama ParkYamate Itariayama Park (山手イタリア山公園) is a park with historic buildings located in Yamate, Yokohama. Italian Embassy from 1880 to 1886. The garden took the Italian style. Uchida House is one of the oldest remaining western houses in Yokohama. Also, 18th houses of Burafu was removed here. At the garden, you can have great view of Yokohama Down Town.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There is no parking.
Those houses opens as cafe.
Open: 9:30 to 17:00
Closed: 2nd Wed and national holiday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Negishi Line to Ishikawacho (4 min.)
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_yakinasu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT041.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT041.flv.jpgHow to cook Yaki-nasuYaki-nasu is the broiled eggplant. It is popular Japanese summer food because eggplants are summer vegetable. It is served as cold food. You can eat this at Izakaya.
yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwadono_mountain_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL044.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL044.flv.jpgIwadono Mountain CastleIwadono Mountain Castle (岩殿山城, iwadonoyama-jo) is the mountain castle located in Otsuki, Yamanashi. It was built around 1530 by Oyamada clan. Because it was located at the gate of Kofu from Kanto region, Iwadonoyama Castle was very important castle for Takeda Clan. The castle was used a huge rock which is 634m high, and top of the mountain was Honmaru but also the tower of a smoke signal. Now, it has great view of Mt. Fuji and all Okutama, Chichibu mountains.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Be careful. The steps to top of the mountain are very hard.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ostuki (48 min.)
2. walk north east (10 min.)
yes192http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/taro_jiro_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL045.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL045.flv.jpgTaro Jiro FallsTaro Jiro Falls (太郎・次郎滝) is waterfalls located Tsuru, Yamanashi. It is chosen as one of Heisei 100 best water in Japan. Around the waterfalls, there are many springs which come from Mt. Fuji. In winter, some of those springs will be frozen up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Otsuki (48 min.)
2. use Fuji Express way to Higashi Katsura (20 min.)
3. walk north (10 min.)
yes343http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tawara_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL046.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL046.flv.jpgTawara FallsTawara Falls (田原の滝) is reconstructed artificial waterfalls located Tsuru, Yamanashi. The Hike master, Matsuo Basho had visited this waterfalls and wrote his poem.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Otsuki (48 min.)
2. use Fuji Express way to Tokaichiba (18 min.)
3. walk east (10 min.)
yes64http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_tama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL126.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL126.flv.jpgLake TamaLake Tama (多摩湖) is an artificial lake located Higashi Yamato, Tokyo. The real name is Murayama Water Storage. One of Water supply of Tokyo. There are jogging and bicycling courses around the lake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
DONOT ENTER THIS LAKE. DONT APPROACH THE WATER.
No fishing or swimming. It's water for drinking. There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use Seibu Shinjuku Line to Tokorosawa (26 min.)
2. use Seibu Sayama Line to Seibukyujyomae (11 min.)
yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinobazu_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL127.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL127.flv.jpgShinobazu PondShinobazu Pond (不忍池) is a pond located in Ueno Park. There are three ponds and in the middle of the ponds, there are Benen Island and its shrine. Shinobazu Pond is very popular for its Lotus. During the middle of July, all ponds except boat pond are covered by huge green leaves and beautiful Lotus flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Boat riding: Low Boat 600 yen per hour. Cycling Boat, 600 per 30min. Swan Boat: 700 yen per 30min.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes355http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uenoonshikoen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL128.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL128.flv.jpgUeno parkUeno park (上野恩賜公園, uenoonshikoen) is located right next to Ueno Station. It is one of popular park in Tokyo Metro. There are many attraction, such as museums, zoo, shrins, for tourists. Shinobazu Pond is another feature of Ueno Park. In April, many people have Hanami party at this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. walk west (5 min.)
yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hibiya_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL129.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL129.flv.jpgHibiya ParkHibiya Park (日比谷公園) is located in Kasumigaseki, Tokyo. There are ponds, Japanese gardens, and flower gardens which many people works around this park visit here for their break times. In August, there is Bon Odori festival called Marunouchi Ondo. Marunouchi Ondo is one of the biggest Bon Odori Festival in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is cafe and restaurant in this park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Yurakucho (2 min.)
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes371http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arisugawa_memorial_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL130.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL130.flv.jpgArisugawa Memorial Park Memorial Park of Arisugawa-no-miya (有栖川宮記念公園) is located in Azabu. It is a park with a small pond and a library. Because it is located in the large residential area, many people visit here for their family activities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking for the library. There is restroom.
<b.Access</b>
0. at Roppongi Station
1. use Hibiya Line to Hiroo (2 min.)
2. walk east (5 min.)
yes188http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arai_fireworks_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI051.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI051.flv.jpgArai Hand Cannon Fireworks FestivalArai Hand Cannon Fireworks Festival (遠州新居手筒花火, enshuaraitezutsuhanabi) is the one of the most unique Hanabi Festival in Japan. The main feature of this festival is Tezutsu Hanabi. It is hand carried Hanabi which makes 20m high column of flame to the sky. This festival is a part of Suwa Shrine festival, and it's been carried over 300 years in Arai. 1000 Hand Cannons fires at ones and colors night to bright red.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Festival happend at the end of July. The road around the shrine will be closed during the festival. The stage of the fireworks is at Arai Junior High School.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Araimachi (18 min.)
2. use bus to Suwa Shrine (5 min.)
3. walk west (10 min.)
yes596http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yugawara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL114.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL114.flv.jpgYugawaraYugawara (湯河原温泉) is Onsen Town located at west end of Kanagawa Prefecture. It has beach, mountains and lots of Onsen hotels. At Manyo Park which is the most famous travel spot in Yugawara, has Doppo no Yu. Doppo no Yu is Public Foot Onsen which has 9 different kinds of Onsen you can enjoy. Fresh Sushi and Sashimi are good because Yugawara has fish port.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Doppo No Yu
Admission: 300 yen for adults, 200 yen for kids.
Open: 10:00 to 18:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Yugawara (16 min.)
yes460http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagashino_shitaragahara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL012.flv.jpgNagashino ShitaragaharaNagashino Shitaragahara (長篠・設楽原) is the area where Takeda Katsuyori and the Union of Oda Nobunaga and Tokugawa Ieyasu fought in 1575. It is called "the Battle of Nagashino." The battle of Nagashino is one of the most famous battle scenes in the history of Japan. Oda Nobunaga defeated Takeda Cavalry which was the strongest army force in Sengoku Period by the revolutionary way of using gunners. This battle was the sign of the end of fighting with swords, and beginning of gun fighting in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
To visit all spots, visit information center at Nagashino Castle or Shitaragahara Museum and get a map. You can spend 2 days by walking to visit all spots or one day by car.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinshiro Station
1. use JR Iida Line to Mikawa Togo
2. walk North (20 min.)
yes602http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/futamata_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI052.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI052.flv.jpgFutamata CastleFutamata Castle (二俣城) is the ruins of the mountain castle located on Tenryu, Hamamatsu. Because it was located in the middle of Totoumi and on Tenryu river, Takeda Shingen and Tokugawa Ieyasu fought many times for its supremacy. It has great view of Tenryu River.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin Hamamatsu Station
1. use Enshu Line to Nishikashima (22 min.)
2. use Tenryu Hamanako Line to TenryuFutamata (4 min.)
3. walk north east (10 min.)
yes285http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_hiyashi_chuka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT042.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT042.flv.jpgHow to cook Hiyashi ChukaI'd like to introduce Hiyashi Chuka, Cold Noodle. It is one of popular food in summer in Japan. It is cold Chinese noodle with fine-sliced ingredients, such as eggs, ham, cucumbers or tomato. Because it is served as cold food, most of Japanese restaurants starts serving Hiyashi Chuka when summer has come.
yes329http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagashino_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL011.flv.jpgNagashino CastleNagashino Castle (長篠城) is located in Shinjo, Aichi Prefecture. Nagashino castle is well known as one of the stages of the battle of Nagashino Shitaragahara. There is a museum of the battle of Nagashino in this castle. It is must see spot for all fans of Sengoku Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinshiro Station
1. use JR Iida Line to Honnagashino (22 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes187http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atera_seven_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL010.flv.jpgAtera Seven FallsAtera Seven Falls (阿寺の七滝) is one of 100 best waterfalls in Japan. It is located Shinshiro, Aichi. It has 7 falls and 26m high in total. The waterfalls and around nature are chosen as the natural monument of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinshiro Station
1. use JR Iida Line to Mikawa Ono (26 min.)
2. use a local bus to Ateranonanataki (20 min.)
3. walk (15 min.)
yes235http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hyakken_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL005.flv.jpgHyakken FallsHyakken Falls (百聞滝) is located in Shinshiro, Aichi. It is 43m tall and one of the tallest waterfalls in Aichi. It is very unique waterfalls because it is located right on the longest fault in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinshiro Station
1. use JR Iida Line to Mikawa Ono (26 min.)
2. use a local bus to Kameibashi.
3. walk north (30 min.)
yes292http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chiiwa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL008.flv.jpgChiiwa ValleyChiiwa Valley (乳岩峡) is located Shinshiro, Aichi. It is about 4km long with pure water and beautiful nature. Especially, Mt. Chiiwa is one of the famous travel spot in Shinshiro. Many people visit here for one day hiking. In summer, it offers you fresh air, beautiful green leaves and pure water. One of the best spot for hiking and family activities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinshiro Station.
1. use JR Iida Line to Mikawakawai (43 min.)
2. walk north (40 min.)
yes323http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_chiiwa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL009.flv.jpgMt. ChiiwaMt. Chiiwa (乳岩山) is one of the popular travel spot in Shinshiro. It is a 670m rock mountain, and chosen as the nature monument of Japan and the view of Japan. There is a huge crack which makes a huge tunnel, called "Tsuutendo," the Tunnel of Heaven's Pass. You can access to the upper level of the mountain and it offers you the great view of Shinshiro. There is also a huge cave in the middle of the cliff.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinshiro Station.
1. use JR Iida Line to Mikawakawai (43 min.)
2. walk north (1hr.)
yes349http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/narusawa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL006.flv.jpgNarusawa FallsNarusawa Falls (鳴沢の滝) is located north of Shinshiro, Aichi. It is 15m tall waterfalls and contains large amount of water. Around the waterfalls, there is BBQ spots and fishing spots. In summer many people visit here for family activities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinshiro Station.
1. use local bus to Narusawabashi
2. walk (5 min.)
yes234http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagashino_dam/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL004.flv.jpgNagashino DamNagashino Dam (長篠ダム) is one of three beautiful enclosing bunds in Japan. It makes beautiful artificial waterfalls which called Niagara Falls of Shinshiro. The fall is 8m tall. It is also known as Hananoki Dam.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking at the restaurants and fishing ponds.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinshiro Station
1. use JR Iida Line to Oomi
2. walk north (30 min.)
yes116http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ayu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL007.flv.jpgAyu FallsAyu Falls (鮎滝) is located Shinshiro, Aichi. It is on the Kankyo Valley of Toyokawa River. Ayu Falls literary means waterfall of Sweetfish. It was named for the unique way of catching Ayu fish. When Ayu jumps this falls to go upper, people uses a special rod to catch them in the air. That unique way of fishing, is a tradition since Edo period and still carried over now.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinshiro Station
1. use JR Iida Line to Oomi
2. walk north (20 min.)
yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_aji_sashimi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT043.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT043.flv.jpgHow to cook Aji SashimiThe Sashimi of Aji is common Sashimi in Japan. Aji is a horse mackerel. When you make sashimi, you have to cut a fish into three pieces. It is called "Sanmai Oroshi." 2 meats and 1 bone.
yes338http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chiba_port_tower/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL024.flv.jpgChiba Port TowerChiba Port Tower (千葉ポートタワー) is a 137m tall tower located in Chiba Port. It was built in 1986 for the dedication of 5 million population of Chiba Prefecture. There are three levels of the observatories which offeres great 360 degree view of Tokyo Bay and Ciba City, especially at beautiful at night. When the air is clear you can also see Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Admission: 410 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids, free for under 1st grade.
Open: Summer(6/1 to 9/30) 9:00 to 21:00, Winter(10/1 to 5/31) 9:00 to 19:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station
1. use Town Liner to Chiba Minato (5 min.)
2. walk south west (12 min.)
yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/motohakone/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL115.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL115.flv.jpgMotohakoneMotohakone (元箱根) is Onsen Town located right next to Lake Ashi. It is one of the popular tourist spot in Hakone. There are lots of the attraction with Lake Ashi, especially sightseeing cruise is very famous. Motohakone was used to be the Hakone Sekisho, the check point, of Tokaido. There is a ruins of Sekisho and the Cedar avenue on Tokaido has not changed since Edo Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking in this area.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Hakone Tozan Bus to Motohakone (30 min.)
yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuchu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL131.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL131.flv.jpgFuchuFuchu (府中) is the 3rd biggest city in Tokyo, and located in the center of Tokyo. Fuchu was used to be the capital of Musashi, and had been very important area during Edo period because it is located on the Koshu Road. Today, there are huge shopping malls, and Fuchu is very famous for Tokyo Race Course which is one of the most famous horse race course in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Takes 2 hours of walking to visit all historic site in Fuchu.
There is shuttle bus to Tokyo Race Course.
<a>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku
1. use Keio Line to Fuchu (30 min.)
yes274http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kitamaci_awaodori_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL132.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL132.flv.jpgKitamaci Awaodori MatsuriKitamaci Awaodori Matsuri (きたまち阿波踊り) is Awaodori Dance Festival at Nerima, Tokyo. Over 1,400 dancers join this Matsuri and bring the strong energy to all audience. Awaodori is Awa's traditional dance. It is a dance parade, dancers move forward with the music play by musicians walk behind. They play unique music and songs. It is very creative dance which allows all the dance teams to create their own dance style with original music. Also, all generation
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no many food stand in this festival. Regularly, about 70,000 people join this festival.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station.
1. Use Tobu Tojo Line to TobuNerima (12 min.)
yes315http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miura_beach_fireworks_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA007.flv.jpgMiura Beach Fireworks FestivalMiura Beach Fireworks Festival (三浦海岸花火大会) is a fireworks festival hold at Miura Beach in early August. There are 3,000 fireworks, and one of the unique is the water fireworks. Because the launching point of the fireworks is at the Tokyo Bay, you can have great spots at all of Miura Beach area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking, but better to visit by train.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Chuo Station
1. use Keikyu Line to Miurakaigan (15 min.)
2. walk east (3 min.)
yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bentenyama_pure_water_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL116.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL116.flv.jpgBentenyama Pure Water ParkBentenyama Pure Water Park (弁天山清流公園) is a park with BBQ facilities and fishing ponds located in Hatajuku, Hakone. The park takes the water of Sukumo river, and offers three different kinds of fishing: Hand catching, fry-fishing and bait fishing. The water of Sukumo river is very pure and air around the park is so fresh. One of the best spot to enjoy nature and BBQ at Hakone.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Rental fishing rod and the license is 3700 yen.
Hand catching, 3200 yen for 8 fishes.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Hakone Tozan Line to Hakone Yumoto
2. use local bus to Hatajuku (14 min.)
3. walk south (10 min.)
yes243http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiryu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL117.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL117.flv.jpgHiryu FallsHiryu Falls (飛竜の滝) is the biggest and most famous waterfalls in Hakone. There are two waterfalls. Upper falls is 15m tall, and lower falls is 25m tall, and in total 40m tall. Hiryu Falls literary means the waterfalls of wyvern because the shape of the falls looks like Frying Dragon. It is located on the hiking courses. In Kamakura period, this falls was used for monks training, Takigyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is located on one of Hakone hiking courses.
No Parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Hakone Tozan Line to Hakone Yumoto
2. use local bus to Hatajuku (14 min.)
3. walk north (45 min.)
yes308http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakone_old_road/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL118.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL118.flv.jpgHakone Old RoadHakone Old Road (箱根旧街道) is one of Tokaido Road located in Hakone. It is 23rd RI (approximately 100km from Nihonbashi, Tokyo). Ichirizuka, the Japanese milestone, of Hakone is the only one remains in Tokaido Road. Also, Ishidatami, the stone floors are also remains since Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom. It is one the Hakone Tokaido Hiking course.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Hakone Tozan Line to Hakone Yumoto
2. use local bus to Hatajuku (14 min.)
3. walk south (5 min.)
yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_ishigaki_one_night_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL119.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL119.flv.jpgMt. Ishigaki One Night CastleMt. Ishigaki One Night Castle (石垣山一夜城) was built in 1590 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi during the battle of Odawara Castle. The Castle was built on Mt. Ishigaki (257m high) and has a great view of Odawara area and Sagami Bay including Odawara Castle. This castle was called one night castle because Hideyoshi silently built this castle during the battle, and one night when the construction of the castle was finished, he ordered to cut down all the trees to let the castle see from Odawara Castle. For the soldiers of Odawara Castle, the castle was suddenly appeared in just one night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Hayakawa
2. walk south west (30 min.)
yes355http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ashikaga_school/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN021.flv.jpgAshikaga SchoolAshikaga School (足利学校) is the oldest school established in Japan. It is located in Ashikaga, Tochigi. In 1487, it appears in record at first by the letter of Uesugi Norisane. During the Sengoku Period, 3,000 students studied at this school. The gates, gardens, and buildings have been remaining since 17th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (Apr. to Sep.) 9:00 to 16:30 (Oct. to Mar.)
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 210 yen for high school, free for younger.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ashikaga Station
1. walk north west (10 min.)
yes261http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/orihime_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN022.flv.jpgOrihime ShrineOrihime Shrine (織姫神社) was built in 1704 by Toda Tadatoshi, and moved at current location in 1937. Ashikaga is popular for its weaving, and this shrine is dedicated and enshrined the princess of weaving who made a cloth of Amaterasu Omikami. Orihime Shrine is located on the top of Orihime Mountain, and it has great view of Ashikaga area.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ashikaga Station
1. walk west (20 min.)
yes165http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ashikaga/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN023.flv.jpgAshikagaAshikaga (足利) is the historic city of Tochigi Prefecture, 2 hours from Tokyo. The first Muromachi Shogun, Ashikaga Takauji and his clan were born here, and many of their ruins are still remains in this city. Bandaji-temple was used to be the house of Ashikaga clan. Ashikaga School is the one of the feature of Ashikaga. It is the oldest school in Japan. Ashikaga, today, is popular for its weaving products.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
In summer, there is a huge fireworks festival which has over 20,000 fireworks. Also, Yoroi Toshikosi at February, is another unique festival in Ashikaga.
yes315http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fussa_tanabata_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL133.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL133.flv.jpgFussa Tanabata FestivalFussa Tanabata Festival (福生七夕まつり) is the popular Tanabata Festival in Tokyo. It holds in early August. The festival takes a couple of day, and there are lots of Matsuri performance, such as dance parades, Mikoshi parade, and music events. The designing competition of Fukinagashi, the decoration of Tanabata, is also held. You can enjoy great performance and interesting Fukinagashi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a regulation of traffic.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Hachiko Line to Haijima (12 min.)
2. use JR Ome Line to Fussa (5 min.)
yes201http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hamura_dam/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL134.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL134.flv.jpgHamura DamHamura Dam (羽村堰) is located on the mouth of Tamagawa Canal. Tamagawa Canal was built in 1652 by Ina Tadaharu. Current dam was constructed in 1900, but the structure itself has not changed since 1654. The view of Tama River from the dam is chosen as one of the new 100 views of Japan. In April, it also become popular spot for Cherry blossom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is a restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Hachiko Line to Haijima (12 min.)
2. use JR Ome Line to Hamura (8 min.)
3. walk west (15 min.)
yes175http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ome_summarized/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL135.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL135.flv.jpgOme SummarizedOme (青梅) is located west of Tokyo, 1 hours from Tokyo. Ome is the city with the taste of Show Period. There are many ad boards and store buildings which take Showa style design. When most of Japanese see those signs, they feel very nostalgic.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is Showa Product Museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. use JR Ome Line to Ome (18 min.)
yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ashikaga_fireworks_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA008.flv.jpgAshikaga Fireworks FestivalAshikaga Fireworks Festival (足利花火大会) is one of the biggest fireworks in Kanto. It happens in the early August. The history of the Fireworks is over 100 years. Over 20,000 fireworks launch at this festival, and Niagara Fireworks is the main feature of this festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The fireworks will be shot at Watarase River. There are many temporary restrooms in this festival. Over half-million people join this festival, and there is regulation of traffics. Better to visit by train.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ashikaga Station.
1. walk south (10 min.)
yes360http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_pork_reishabu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT044.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT044.flv.jpgHow to cook Pork ReishabuPork Reishabu is a cold "Shabu-Shabu." It is a hard boiled pork which cool down by ice water, and served as cold a salad. Reishabu is a popular food in summer in Japan. Rei Shabu is mostly considered as the salad because it served with salad dressing.
Here is what you need for Reishabu.
yes185http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/comic_market/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL136.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL136.flv.jpgComic MarketComic Market (コミックマーケット) is the largest amateur-comic market in the world which happens in the middle of August and in the end of December. It is also famous for its Cosplay show. Tons of Manga fans from all over the world join this event and check out the hip Manga of the year. Also, many of Cosplayers from the world join with their favorite costume.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Event happens for 3 days at Tokyo Big Site.
Ask cosplayers before you take a photo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinbashi
1. use Yurikamome to Kokusaitenjijyoseimon
2. walk north east (5 min.)
yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/irita_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI053.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI053.flv.jpgIrita BeachIrita Beach (入田浜) is one of the popular beaches in Izu Peninsula. It has beautiful white sand with green ocean. In summer, many people visit this beach and enjoy seaside activities. The white sands, green water, and tropical trees offers visitors the atmosphere of southern islands.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking, public shower and restroom, and lots of rental equipments, such as body boards, umbrella.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami
1. use JR Ito Line to Ito (22 min.)
2. use Izu Express Line to Izukyushimoda (1 hr.)
3. use local bus to Iritahama (8 min.)
4 walk south (3 min.)
yes140http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimoda_bay/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI054.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI054.flv.jpgShimoda BayShimoda Bay (下田湾) is located South of Izu Peninsula. Because it is located on the most South of Izu Peninsula, the port of Shimoda Bay have been developed since Edo Period. In 1854, Shimoda port was opened to the USA by US Navy Commander Perry. This was the beginning of the Meiji Restoration, and the end of Edo Period. Today, it is popular travel spot of Izu Peninsula. It has all kinds of marine activities, fishing, crusing, water skying, body boarding, surfing, scuba diving, and wake boarding. Also, wind surfing, and Kayak are popular in Shimoda.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a Sightseeing Cruise for all Bay area.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami
1. use JR Ito Line to Ito (22 min.)
2. use Izu Express Line to Izukyushimoda (1 hr.)
3. walk south (10 min.)
yes206http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimoda/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI055.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI055.flv.jpgShimodaShimoda (下田) is a port town with Onsen located south of Izu Peninsula. The port of Shimoda captures great fishes which offer tasty Sushi and Sashimi to travelers. There are lots of sightseeing spots such as Mt. Nesugata where has a great arial view of Shimoda Bay area. The scenery of Shimoda is very unique because there are lots of Izu style classic building, called "Namakozukuri," are remains since long time. Also, there are lots of free public hand Onsen and foot Onsen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is sightseeing Cruise at Shimoda Port.
Shimoda has lots of beautiful beaches and many people visit here in summer.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami
1. use JR Ito Line to Ito (22 min.)
2. use Izu Express Line to Izukyushimoda (1 hr.)
yes247http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_kakigori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT045.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT045.flv.jpgHow to cook KakigoriKakigori(かき氷) is the most popular summer sweets in Japan. It is an ice shavings with sweeteners. Popular sweeteners are, strawberry, lemon, blue hawaii, melon, milk, sugar, sweet beans, and green tea.
yes189http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_takatori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL120.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL120.flv.jpgMt. TakatoriMt. Takatori (鷹取山) is 139m high mountain located in Miura Peninsula. It was used to be a stone mine until the end of Taisho period. Because it was used to be a mine, there are many interesting cliffs in this mountains, and today it is a popular rock climbing spot in Kanagawa. There are also many hiking courses, and 10m Buddha statue is on the hiking course.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a restroom, but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Chuo
1. use Keikyu Line to Oppama (10 min.)
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes325http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujinomiya_climbing_route/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI056.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI056.flv.jpgFujinomiya Climbing RouteFujinomiya Climbing Route(富士宮口) is one of mountain trails of Mt.Fuji. It is also known as the south gate of Mt. Fuji which people enter from Shizuoka Pref. The starting point of this Route is located at 2400m from the sea level which is the highest starting point of all four routes. There are 6 resting houses on the route and on the top of Mt. Fuji, there is Sengen Shrine and a post box.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking for 500 cars, but it get full all the time.
<b>Access</b>
0. At Shin Fuji Station.
1. Use Fujinomiyaguchi Bus to Shin-Gogome (1 hr. 20min.)
yes590http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/summit_mt_fuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI057.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI057.flv.jpgThe Summit of Mt.FujiThe Summit of Mt.Fuji (富士山頂) is the highest place in Japan. The altitude of the summit is 3776m from the sea level. It is called “Kengamine(剣ケ峰)” of Mt.Fuji. The flat land area which is surrounding the volcanic cone of Mt.Fuji is called 10th station which considered as the top of Mt.Fuji. The altitude of 10th station is 3720m from the sea level.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is Sengenshrine at Fujinomiya Route, and Kusushi Shrine at Yoshida Route. A post box is placed at Fujinomiya Rout side. Walking around the volcanic cone takes 90 min.
yes284http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_teriyaki_buri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT046.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT046.flv.jpgHow to cook Teriyaki Buri"Teriyaki Buri," Teriyaki Yellowtail is popular Teriyaki dishes in Japan. Teriyaki is the grilled food with Teriyaki sauce. Teriyaki literary means shiny grill because the sauce gives food a gloss.
yes308http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_myogi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL024.flv.jpgMt. MyogiMt. Myogi (妙義山) is one of three major mountains in Gunma Prefecture. It is 1,162m high. Because of its unique shape of the mountain, it is chosen as one of three great unique view of Japan, and national view of Japan, and 100 best views of Japan. There are many hiking courses which you can enjoy interesting stones, such as rock gates, and at the observatory which located on the hard cliff side has great view of Gunma area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. There is two entrances for Mt. Myogi. West side is more popular because you can enjoy unique rocks and view easily.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Matuida (23 min.)
2. take taxi to Sakuranosato (30 min.)
3. walk west (10 min.)
yes351http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/obata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL025.flv.jpgObataObata (小幡) is located in south of Gunma prefecture. It was used to be a castle town. There are many spots still remains of Castle Town including the castle, samurai houses and road. The canals of Obata was built in Edo Period and still in use with the original shape. Rakusanen Garden, the ruins of Obata castle, was built by Oda Nobukatsu, the son of Nobunaga.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking.
Some of remaining Samurai Houses are still in use for private.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. use Joshin Line to Joshufukushima (30 min.)
2. use taxi or bus to obata rekishiminzoku shiryokan (30 min.)
yes243http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujinomiya_side_mt_fuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI058.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI058.flv.jpgFujinomiya side of Mt. FujiFujinomiya side of Mt. Fuji (富士宮口) is south side of Mt. Fuji which you can view from Tokaido. It has great views of Izu Peninsula, Hakone, Shizuoka, and Kanto. On the far side, you can also see the pacific ocean.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a mountain trail of Mt. Fuji, called Fujinomiya Climbing route which you can enjoy this view.
yes293http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyama_koma_shopping_district/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL121.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL121.flv.jpgOyama Koma Shopping districtOyama Koma Shopping district (大山こま参道) is a small shopping avenue of Mt. Oyama. It has many gift shops with restaurants. Oyama is popular for its Tofu and Konyaku because of Oyama has pure water. There are lots of shop which sales also the local produces not only food but also the crafts and art works.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking. Tofu course is also famous in Oyama.
<b>Access</b>
0. Odawara Station.
1. Use Odakyu Line to Isehara (35 min.)
2. use local bus to Oyama (20 min.)
yes256http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_oyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL122.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL122.flv.jpgMt. OyamaMt. Oyama (大山) is one of the most popular hiking spots in Kanagawa. It is located west of Kanagawa, approximately 2 hours from Tokyo and Yokohama. Mt. Oyama is 1,252m high, and on the top of the mountain, there are a beautiful landscape of entire Kanto Region and Mt. Fuji. When the air is clear, you can even see Tokyo Metro.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking.
Oyama Cable car
- Admission: 450 yen for one way, 850 yen for round trip.
yes401http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inokashira_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL137.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL137.flv.jpgInokashira ParkInokashira Park (井の頭恩賜公園) is located next to Kichijoji Station. Kanda River starts from this pond, and it is one of three Tokyo water supplying ponds. It offers lots of weekends activities. Many people visit here for family activities. In Spring, Inokashira Park is one of the famous Hanami spots in Tokyo. It has also Plum garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is small parking.
At the pond, you can enjoy boat riding.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kichijoji Station.
1. walk south (5 min.)
yes241http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/grave_of_shinsengumi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL138.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL138.flv.jpgThe Grave of ShinsengumiThe Grave of Shinsengumi (近藤勇の墓) is located in front of Itabashi Station. It is the grave of Kondo Isami, the commander of Shinsengumi, and Hijikata Toshizo, the vice commander. This grave was built by Nagakura Shinpachi who is the captain of 2nd unit force of Shinsengumi and one of few survivors through Boshin War. There is also Nagakura's grave in this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a note which you can leave your message to Shinsengumi.
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station
1. use JR Saikyo Line to Itabashi (5 min.)
2. walk east (1 min.)
yes89http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/saigoyama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL139.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL139.flv.jpgSaigoyama ParkSaigoyama Park (西郷山公園) is a park located south of Shibuya. It was used to be the house of Saigo Tsugumichi, the brother of Saigo Takamori. He bought this place for his big brother. However, Takamori died at Seinan War and he kept this house and garden for a while. It was considered as the best house and garden in Tokyo and Emperor Meiji had visited here. Now it is a park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a restroom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. walk south (20 min.)
yes100http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_ramen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT047.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT047.flv.jpgHow to cook RamenRamen is one of the most favorite food for Japanese. It is chinese noodle with soup. It is served in a meat- or fish-based broth, often flavored with soy sauce or miso, and uses toppings such as sliced pork, dried seaweed, kamaboko, green onions, and occasionally corn. Almost every locality in Japan has its own variation of ramen, from the tonkotsu (pork bone broth) ramen of Kyushu to the miso ramen of Hokkaidu.
yes343http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shirakawa_go/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF001.flv.jpgShirakawa-goShirakawa-go (白川郷) is the village of traditional houses in the Gassho style. Shirakawa-go is the UNESCO world heritage site, registered in 1995. It is located Hida area of Gifu Prefecture. Gassho style house is the traditional Japanese houses which is mostly built in northern Japan because it's designed for a heavy snow. Gassho style are characterized by a large, steep thatch roof. The roof resembles hands folded in prayer, thus the name "Gassho" (to pray) style. Shirakawa-go has many original Gassho style houses, and all of them are still used as the house.
There are 113 Gassho Style houses in Shirakawa-go.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
There are some Gassho style houses which open for tourists.
The entire area is highly restrict with fire. Smoke at only designated area.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. Use Nohi Bus to Shirakawago (50 min.)
yes562http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/neo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF002.flv.jpgNeo FallsNeo Falls (根尾の滝) is one of 100 best waterfalls in Japan. It is located Osaka, Gifu Prefecture. It is 5m wide and 63m high. Because of the spiritual scenery with huge waterfalls and giant rocks, many people have visited since Edo period. Nukina Suou, the famous painter during the Edo Period, had visited this falls and drew the painting.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom at the entrance.
Takes 50 min. from the parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida Osaka (32 min.)
2. use taxi or bus to Gandatekoen
3. walk north east (3 hr.)
yes268http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/karatani_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF003.flv.jpgKaratani FallsKaratani Falls (からたに滝) is one of the 200 waterfalls of Osaka. The waterfalls was formed by the lava of Mt. Ontake and it is 15m high. Because the waterfalls is surrounded by huge rocks, the sound of the water reaches very far. At the afternoon, when the sun hit the waterfalls, it creats the rainbow.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is located Mitsutaki Course of the hiking and sightseeing courses of Osaka Waterfalls.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida Osaka (32 min.)
2. use taxi or bus to Gandatekoen
3. walk east (50 min.)
yes141http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mitsu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF004.flv.jpgMitsu FallsMitsu Falls (三ツ滝) is three-step waterfalls located Osaka, Gifu Prefecture. The total height of the fall is 22m high (lower falls: 6m, middle falls: 11m, upper falls 5m). The falls is formed by the lava of Mt. Ontake. It is located on Mitsu Falls' Course which is the most popular hiking course in Osaka.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Easiest waterfalls you can see at Osaka, but still one of the best waterfalls. The entire valley of this falls is called Gandate Valley and used to be the pass of the lava from Mt. Ontake.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida Osaka (32 min.)
2. use taxi or bus to Gandatekoen
3. walk east (10 min.)
yes229http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sennin_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF005.flv.jpgSennin FallsSennin Falls (仙人滝) is one of 200 Osaka Waterfalls located in Mt. Ontake. It is 30m tall. Sennin literary means mountain hermits. It was named for Sennin because the believer of Mt. Ontake Takigyo, religious practice at waterfalls. The water of the falls contains Sulfur because there are many Onsen springs around this area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is located nearby the climbing route of Mt. Ontake, many prayers and climbers visit this waterfalls before or after the climbing.
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida Osaka (32 min.)
2. use bus to Nigorigo Onsen.
3. walk (20 min.)
yes202http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gendate_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF006.flv.jpgGendate ValleyGendate Valley (厳立峡) is located Osaka, Gifu Prefecture. The entire valley was formed by the lava of Mt. Ontake. It is popular hiking courses which you can enjoy waterfalls. Gandate Rock which located at the entrance of the valley is Natural Monument of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida Osaka (32 min.)
2. use taxi or bus to Gandatekoen
yes287http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/osaka_shiraito_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF007.flv.jpgOsaka Shiraito FallsShiraito Falls (白糸の滝) is one of 200 Osaka waterfalls. It is 15m high. Shiraito literary means white thread because the waterfalls looks like white threads.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No access to the bottom, but easily to see from the street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida Osaka (32 min.)
2. use bus to Nigorigo Onsen.
3. walk (5 min.)
yes83http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF008.flv.jpgHi FallsHi Falls (緋の滝) is one of 200 Osaka Waterfalls located in Nigorigo Onsen. It is three-step waterfalls and 20m high in total. Hi Falls literary means Red Waterfalls because its color was used to be a red. Today, because the water contains Onsen elements, the color is white.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida Osaka (32 min.)
2. use bus to Nigorigo Onsen.
3. walk (5 min.)
yes171http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takayama_historic_district/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF009.flv.jpgTakayama Historic DistrictTakayama Historic District (高山の古い町並) is the old Castle Town which still remains many Edo style buildings and one of the most famous spot in Takayama area. Because of those remaining traditional Edo style buildings, the entire area is registered as the Important Preservation Districts for Group of Historic Buildings. This area was developed as the shopping district of Takayama Castle Town. There are many gift shops, food stands, restaurants, local craft shops, cloth shops, and Sake Breweries. Some of the stores exist since Edo Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are the visitor's centers which you can hire English speaking guide.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes577http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miyagawa_morning_market/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF010.flv.jpgMiyagawa Morning MarketMiyagawa Morning Market (宮川朝市) happens every morning at Takayama. There are many shops which sales fresh vegetables, local craft works, gifts, and local food such as Miso, and most of them have very reasonable price. The milk of the fish markets is one of the best milk you can get around here. Before you visit the Takayama Historic District, check out the morning market for more interesting food and gifts.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Business hours: 6:00 to noon. 7:00 to noon (Nov. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes239http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takayama_jinya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF011.flv.jpgTakayama JinyaTakayama Jinya (高山陣屋跡) is the ruins of a branch office of Edo Government. Takayama Jinya is the only remaining Jinya since Edo Period and designated as a National Historic Site of Japan. The Edo government directly ruled about 60 domains, called Tenryo, in various important areas of Japan. Jinya performed the administrative business, such as tax collection, finance, police action and judgement, and forest management.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 420 yen. there is group discount from 30~.
Open: 8:45 to 17:00(Mar. to Oct.), 18:00 (August), 16:30 (Nov. to Feb.)
yes306http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_japanese_crepe/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT048.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT048.flv.jpgHow to cook Japanese CrepeJapanese Crepe is popular sweets in Japan. It is rapped pan-cake with many kinds of ingredients, such as chocolate, cream, fruits and other sweet flavors. Crepe is mostly sold outside, especially hip spot like Harajuku.
yes371http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akaganetoyo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF012.flv.jpgAkaganetoyo FallsAkaganetoyo Falls (あかがねとよ) is a waterfalls located in Osaka, Gifu. It is 14m high. Akaganetoyo literary means a red rain gutter. This waterfalls is made from the lava of Mt. Ontake. This waterfalls get dry easily, but because water also goes underground, the basin of a waterfall never dry out.
<b>Tourist</b>
It is located Mitsutaki Course of the hiking and sightseeing courses of Osaka Waterfalls.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida Osaka (32 min.)
2. use taxi or bus to Gandatekoen
3. walk east (50 min.)
yes159http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_sanaru/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI059.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI059.flv.jpgLake SanaruLake Sanaru (佐鳴湖) is located in Hamamatsu. Lake Sanaru is half solid half salt water lake, so it is very unique lake because lake fishes and sea fishes live at the same lake. It is a popular Hanami spot. You can enjoy walking with beautiful nature, bird watching, and boat riding.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Takatsuka.
2. walk north (15 min.)
yes222http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takatenjin_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI060.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI060.flv.jpgTakatenjin CastleTakatenjin Castle (高天神城) is the ruins of mountain castle located in Kakegawa, Shizuoka. It was originally built around Muromachi period by Imagawa Clan. Because it is located between Suruga and Toutoumi, this castle had been involved many battles especially between Takeda clan and Tokugawa clan. It was one of the strongest castle during Sengoku Period.
Even Takeda Shingen, the one of the great fuedal lords, couldn't defeat this castle. It has great view of Enshu area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restoorm.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Kakegawa
2. use local bus to Takatenjinjo
yes328http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamanaka_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI061.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI061.flv.jpgYamanaka CastleYamanaka Castle (山中城) is the ruins of mountain castle built in 1560 by Hojo clan. This castle was located on the other side of Mt. Hakone from Odawara castle, and very important castle to protect that castle. Yamanaka Castle remains the almost complete structures of middle age mountain castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom. Parking will close at evening.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. use bus to Yamanakajo
yes338http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_saba_misoni/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT049.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT049.flv.jpgHow to cook Saba no MisoniSaba no Misoni, or miso flavored mackerel, is popular simmering dishes in Japan. It is great food especially when mackerel is good in the season. It goes great with rice.
yes405http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yuki_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB022.flv.jpgYuki TownYuki (結城) is Edo Style town located in Ibaraki prefecture. There are many Edo style buildings remaining from Edo period and Meiji Period. Those buildings are called Misegura ( 見世蔵), shops and storage. Yuki was the castle town of Yuki clan. Temples of Yuki have also historical value. Shomyoji temple was built in Kamakura Period by the first Yuki, Yuki Tomomitsu. Gugyoji temples which built by Yuki Hideyasu, the son of Tokugawa Ieyasu, remains the original building which built in 1595. Yuki is also famous for its silk weaving, called Yuki Tsumugi. At Tsumugi no Yakata, there are demonstration of its weaving and coloring which you can also experience.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are 31 Misegura.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito
1. use JR Mito Line to Yuki (1hr. 10 min.)
0. from Tokyo (Ueno Station)
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Oyama (1hr. 15min.)
2. use JR Mito Line to Yuki (8 min.)
yes396http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsumugi_yakata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB023.flv.jpgTsumugi no YakataTsumugi no Yakata (つむぎの館) is a comprehensive facility of Yuki Tsumugi Weaving. Yuki Tsumugi is the traditional silk weaving which performed for long time in Yuki. Tsumugi no Yakata has shops which sales all kinds of Yuki Tsumugi produces, demonstrations of weaving Yuki Tsumugi, experiencing weaving and coloring, display house of Yuki Tsumugi and its museum. The facility is run by Okujun, the wholesaler of Yuki Tsumugi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 9:30 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Admission: shop and demonstration Free, Museum 200 yen,and experience 800 ~ yen.
Make a reservation for experiencing.
There is free parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito
1. use JR Mito Line to Yuki (1hr. 10 min.)
0. from Tokyo (Ueno Station)
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Oyama (1hr. 15min.)
2. use JR Mito Line to Yuki (8 min.)
3. walk north east (10 min.)
yes480http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_sobatsuyu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT050.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT050.flv.jpgHow to cook Soba TsuyuSoba Tsuyu is the dipping sauce for Soba. Soba Tsuyu is most commonly used for eating, Soba. Soba Tsuyu could be used not only Soba, but also Tenpura, Udon, or Nabe.
also see <a href="/subject/howto_cook_soba/">How too cook Soba</a>.yes329http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tochigi_city/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN024.flv.jpgTochigi CityTochigi (栃木) is located south of Tochigi prefecture. It is also known as the Town of Kura. Kura is Edo style storage. There are lots of Kura which remaining from Edo period, and most of them are still used. With those Kura Style buildings, Tochigi is called Little Edo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking which gives you a guide map of this city.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ashikaga.
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Tochigi (27 min.)
0. at Ueno Station
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Oyama (1hr. 20 min.)
2. use JR Ryomo Line to Tochigi (12 min.)
yes455http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_shichimen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL047.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL047.flv.jpgMt. ShichimenMt. Shichimen (七面山, shichimensan) is one of famous mountains which has great view of Mt. Fuji. It is located Hayakawa Town, Yamanashi Prefecture. The summit of the mountain is 1989m high and there is Keishinin Temple on the top of the mountain. Keishinin is one of sacred temple of Nichiren Buddhism, and many believers practice at this temple. Also, because Mt. Shichimen is located exact west of Mt. Fuji, at Spring and Autumnal Equinox Day, the sun rise from the top of Mt. Fuji. This phenomenon is called "Diamond Fuji." It is also called "Goraiko."
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
3 hours of climbing to the top of the mountain. If you want to view the "Diamond Fuji," you can stay at Keishinin Temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kofu Station.
1. JR Minobu Line to Minobu (1hr. 10 min.)
2. use bus to (Shichimensantozanguchi)
3. use shuttle bus to the entrance
4. climb to the top (3 hr.)
yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hagoromo_shiraito_medaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL048.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL048.flv.jpgHagoromo Shiraito Falls / MedakiHagoromo Shiraito Falls, Medaki Falls, (羽衣白糸の滝・雌滝) is located Hayakawa, Yamanashi. It is 20m tall waterfalls, and used for Misogi practice for Nichiren Buddhist behaviors. It is also known as Oman's falls. Oman is the one of concubines of Tokugawa Ieyasu. She purified herself to worship Mt. Shichimen. Before her, Mt. Shichimen was opened for only man, but she opened it for all women those who did Misogi with this waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is change room for the purification.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kofu Station.
1. JR Minobu Line to Minobu (1hr. 10 min.)
2. use bus to (Shichimensantozanguchi)
3. use shuttle bus to the entrance
4. walk east (3 min.)
yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hagoromo_shiraito_odaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL049.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL049.flv.jpgHagoromo Shiraito Falls / OdakiHagoromo Shiraito Falls, Odaki Falls, (羽衣白糸の滝・雄 滝) is located Hayakawa, Yamanashi. It is 35m high waterfalls and used for Misogi for Buddhist monks. There is Bentenshrine next to the falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Don't touch the water.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kofu Station.
1. JR Minobu Line to Minobu (1hr. 10 min.)
2. use bus to (Shichimensantozanguchi)
3. use shuttle bus to the entrance
4. walk east (6 min.)
yes152http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/doryu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL050.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL050.flv.jpgDoryu FallsDoryu Falls (吐竜の滝) is a waterfalls located in Yatsugatake, Yamanashi. It is 10m tall and 15m wide. It is one of the waterfalls in Kawamatagawa Valley, and considered as the best waterfalls of them.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Obuchizawa Station
1. use JR Koumi Line to Kiyosato (26 min.)
2. walk south west (40 min.)
yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyosato_otaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL051.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL051.flv.jpgKiyosato Otaki FallsOtaki Falls (大滝) is located Kiyosato, Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture. It is 16m tall, 3.5m wide waterfalls. It is popular matchmaking spot in Yatsugatake area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Obuchizawa Station
1. use JR Koumi Line to Kiyosato (26 min.)
2. walk south east (40 min.)
2. use local bus to Otaki
yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanbuichi_spring/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL052.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL052.flv.jpgSanbuichi SpringSanbuichi Spring (三分一湧水, sanbuichiyusui) is the most famous Yatsugatake springs. It is located 1,000m high from the sea levels, and 8,500t of water springs everyday. This water is chosen as one of 100 best water in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Don't Drink this water because it is used for farming.
There is a parking, and gift shops. (9:00 to 17:00)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Obuchizawa Station
1. use JR Koumi Line to Kai-Koizumi (5 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)
yes171http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koga/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB024.flv.jpgKogaKoga (古河) is located in west Ibaraki Prefecture. The city has the history of 1000 years old, and it appears in Manyoshu Record. In Edo period, it developed as one of post station of Nikko Road. Today, it is known as little Kyoto with the rich historic site and temples. Shichifuku Curry Noodle is a popular delicacy.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Takamisenseki Museum and Koga Town Museum is admission free.
At the station, there is tourist information center and you can get a map and free rental bicycle at there.
<b>Access</b>
0. Tsuchiura Station
1. use JR Joban Line to Tomobe (35 min.)
2. use JR Mito Line to Oyama (1hr.)
3. use JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line to Koga (13 min.)
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line to Koga (58 min.)
yes292http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyama_gion_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN025.flv.jpgOyama Gion CastleOyama Castle (小山城) is the ruins of Japanese castle located Oyama city, Tochigi. It is also known as Gion Castle. It was built in 1148 by Oyama Masamitsu. Today, it becomes a park and garden, but the moats, dirt hills and walls are preserved in good condition.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tochigi Station
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Oyama (11 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jonan_island_seaside_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL140.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL140.flv.jpgJonan Island Seaside ParkJonan Island Seaside Park (城南島海浜公園, jonanjimakaihinkoen) is a seaside park with artificial beach and camping area. This park is the only camping spot in Tokyo Metro. At the beach, you can enjoy clam capturing. There is also fishing spot on north side of the park. Because it is located right next to Haneda Airport, many airplane lovers visit here to watch and photograph their landing and taking off.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No fireworks at beach.
There is parking, restroom and shops.
Skateboard ground and camping field are closed on Wednesday. Camping required the reservation.
Don't capture small size of clams. Maximum amount of clam you can capture is 2kg.
Park closed at night.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use JR Keihin-Tohoku Line to Omori
2. use bus to Jonanjimayonchome
3. walk (3 min.)
yes246http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/marunouchi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL141.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL141.flv.jpgMarunouchiMarunouchi (丸の内) is the area between Tokyo Station and the Imperial Palace. It was used to be a part of Edo Castle. Today, it is one of the major business district in Tokyo and center of economic and financial industry in Japan. Because many people work at this area, there are lots of restaurants and bars from reasonable price to high-class. Maru-Buildings and Marunouchi Main Avenue are the shopping district with lots of fashion shops.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free shuttle bus travels this area.
Popular spots in Marunouchi:
Maru-Building.
New Maru Building.
Tokyo International Forum.
The Imperial Palace.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. walk west (2 min.)
yes279http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ukishima_island/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL123.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL123.flv.jpgUkishima IslandUkishima Island (浮島) is a manmade land located Kawasaki, Kanagawa. There are many industrial plantation in this island.
<b>Caution</b>
Never enter inside of the plantations. It is illegal and highly dangerous. Stay in the public road and be careful because there are many trucks.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station.
1. use Rinko bus to Ukishimachokoeniriguchi (40 min.)
yes220http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ukishimacho_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL124.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL124.flv.jpgUkishimacho ParkUkishimacho Park (浮島町公園) is located in Ukishima Island. Because it is located right next Haneda Airport, you can have a great view of airplanes. Many photographers come here to shot photo of airplans. It is also popular fishing spots.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station.
1. use Rinko bus to Ukishimachokoeniriguchi (40 min.)
yes208http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otemachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL142.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL142.flv.jpgOtemachiOtemachi (大手町) is the economic center of Japan located near Tokyo Station. Most of major Japanese Banks, Trading Companies, News Papers and Mass Media are based on Otemachi. Some of the government offices are also here. Otemon, which is the main entrance of the Imperial palace East Garden is located in Otemachi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are lots of restaurants underground levels. Most of the Tokyo Subway travel to Otemachi.
<b>Access</b>
Marunouchi Line, Tozai Line, Chiyoda Line, Hanzomon Line and Mita Line come to Otemachi.
yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nihonbashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL143.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL143.flv.jpgNihonbashiNihonbashi (日本橋) is located in Chuo ward of Tokyo Metro. Nihonbashi is the bridge which is the zero-milestone of all Street in Japan since Edo Period. All the distance from Tokyo are majored from here. The bridge, today, is 19th Nihonbachi built in 1911. There are name print which written by Tokugawa Yoshinobu, the last Shogun. The main office of the bank of Japan and Tokyo Stock Exchange is located around this area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many shopping mall, such as Mitsukoshi nearby Nihonbashi Bridge.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Hanzomon Line to Mitsukoshimae.
2. walk south (1 min.)
1. use Tozai Line To Nihonbashi.
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes182http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokiwabashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL144.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL144.flv.jpgTokiwabashiTokiwabashi (常盤橋) is the ruins of the main gate of outer bailey of Edo Castle. It is Masugata gate style with the bridge. The bridge and the name of the gate was named by the friends of Naraya Ichiemon in the time of Tokugawa Iemitsu. Current bridge is built in 1877 and one of the oldest western style bridge in Japan. The stones of the gate is also remains since Edo Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Hanzomon Line to Mitsukoshimae.
2. walk west (5 min.)
yes49http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_soba/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT051.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT051.flv.jpgHow to cook SobaSoba is popular Japanese noodle made from soba. It could be served as hot or cold. Cold Soba is called Zaru Soba. Soba restaurants are the most common restaurants in Japan beside Ramen.
yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakitama_kofun_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL034.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL034.flv.jpgSakitama Kofun ParkSakitama Kofun Park (さきたま古墳公園) has comprising 9 burial mounds or Kofun located in Gyoda, Saitama. Kofun is the emperor's tumulus mostly built in 3rd to 7th century. From these tumuli have been excavated many important objects of historical and archaeological interest, including a sword which is classified as a National Treasure of Japan. This rare sword was found in the Inariyama Kofun.
A pleasant path leads through the park ground where visitors may also enjoy relaxing on the spacious lawn or viewing the Iris and Lotus ponds.
The exhibits of excavated artifacts at the museum provided excellent material for the study of the Tumulus Period (300 to 700 A.C.E.). At the reconstructed farmhouse the visitors will discover the style of life prevalent in the Saitama countryside until the 1950's.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Omiya Station
1. use JR ShonanShinjuku Line to Gyoda (34 min.)
yes356http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_tendon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT052.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT052.flv.jpgHow to cook TendonTendon is a rice bowl with Special Sauced Tenpura. It is one of the best way to enjoy eating Tenpura.
yes216http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chigasaki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL125.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL125.flv.jpgChigasaki CastleChigasaki Castle (茅ヶ崎城) is the ruins of Japanese castle which built in end of Heian Period by Tada Yukitsuna. It remains many moat, dirt hills, walls and baileys in good condition. Current structure was built in the end of 14th century. This castle has great structure of Hojo Style Castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Yokohama Blue Line to Center Minami.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes216http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ichigao_catacombs/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL126.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL126.flv.jpgIchigao CatacombsIchigao Catacombs (市ヶ尾横穴式古墳) is a cavern style tumulus, also known as Yokoana Kofun. There are 9 catacombs in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is a restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Nagatsuda.
2. use Tokyu Denentoshi Line to Ichigao
3. walk north (10 min.)
yes149http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inarimae_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL127.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL127.flv.jpgInarimae KofunInarimae Kofun (稲荷前古墳) is a 37.5m head-rectangle-tail-circle Kofun located in Yokohama. It is the first Kofun found in Kanagawa as its style. There are two other style of Kofun, circler and rectangle just around this Kofun.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Nagatsuda.
2. use Tokyu Denentoshi Line to Ichigao
3. walk north (30 min.)
yes97http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasugayama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG002.flv.jpgKasugayamaKasugayama (春日山) is the homeland of Uesugi Kenshin (上杉謙信). It is located Joetsu, Niigata Prefecture. Uesugi Kenshin is one of the most famous Daimyo, the feudal lords, during the Sengoku Period. Kenshin was born and died in Kasugayama Castle which is located in Kasugayama. At Rinsenji temple where Kenshin spent his early age has lots of Kenshin's items including his hand written letter.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Check out the map at the Kasugayama Station.
All spots have parking spaces.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naoetsu Station.
1. use bus to Kasugayamashita.
yes352http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/naena_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG001.flv.jpgNaena FallsNaena Falls (苗名滝) is one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. It is located on the border of Nagano and Niigata Prefecture. It is 55m high and because of the its huge sounds, it is also known as the waterfalls of earthquake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naoetsu Station.
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Myokokogen (51 min.)
2. use bus to Suginosawakami (25 min.)
3. walk (45 min.)
yes223http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasugayama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG003.flv.jpgKasugayama CastleKasugayama Castle (春日山城) is the mountain castle located in Joetsu. It is the castle of Uesugi Kenshin. It was built in 14th century. Uesugi Kenshi was born and died at this castle. There is Kenshin's statue at the entrance of Kasugayama Shrine. On the top of the castle you can see great view of Joetsu area and sea of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naoetsu Station.
1. use bus to Kasugayamashita.
yes500http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rinsenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG004.flv.jpgRinsenji TempleRinsenji Temple (林泉寺) was built in 1497 by Nagao Yoshikage, the grandfather of Uesugi Kenshin, for the cemetery of Nagao clan. Uesugi Kenshin studied literature and tactics at this temple from 7 to 14 years old. In later his life, he came back this temple and practiced ZEN. He named his name Kenshin after the 7th priest Shuken. Today, there is a museum in the temple which displays lots of Kenshin related items including his hand written letter to the priest.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission (include museum): 500 yen for adult, 250 for kids. There is group discount from 25 people. There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naoetsu Station.
1. use bus to Rinsenjiiriguchi
yes233http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasugayama_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG005.flv.jpgKasugayama ShrineKasugayama Shrine (春日山神社) is located in Kasugayama Castle. It is enshrines Uesugi Kenshin. It was built in 1901 by Ogawa Kiyoharu. It is popular for young people for sports competitions and match making.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is parking and gift shop on the leading way.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naoetsu Station.
1. use bus to Kasugayamashita.
yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takada_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG006.flv.jpgTakada CastleTakada Castle (高田城) is the ruins of castle located Joetsu, NIigata. It was built in 1614 by Matsudaira Tadateru, the 6th son of Ieyasu. There is moat and reconstructed Yagura, three stories keep, today. It is also famous for Yo-Sakura, the night Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naoetsu Station.
1. use JR Joetsu Line to Takada (9 min.)
2. walk east (15 min.)
yes304http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/so_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG007.flv.jpgSo FallsSo Falls (惣滝) is one of 100 best waterfalls in Japan. It is located in Myoko city, Niigata. It is 80m high and the altitude is over 1300m. The water come from Mt. Myoko and waterfalls on Odagiri river. Koyo around this waterfalls is especially famous around this area.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naoetsu Station.
1. use JR Joetsu Line to Sekiyama (42 min.)
2. use local bus to Tubame Onsen (25 min.)
3. walk (20 min.)
yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawagoe_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL035.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL035.flv.jpgKawagoe MatsuriKawagoe Matsuri (川越祭り) is one of the popular Dashi Matsuri in Kanto Region. Dashi is Japanese parade float and, in this Matsuri, many Dashi parade all over Kurazukuri which is the main avenue with lots of Edo Style building. Each towns have their own Dashi. On the top of Dashi there are doll of Japanese famous Heros. When those heros meet other heros, they start fighting. This fighting is the main feature of Kawagoe Matsuri, called Hikkawase. They compete others by making bigger sound with voice, drums, bells and flutes. This Matsuri has been going on over 360 years.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This Matsuri happens in the middle of October and is held for two days. Just like other typical Matsuri, there are many food stands opens.
Roads will be closed for the festival.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station
1. use JR Saikyo Line to Kawagoe (21 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes435http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ueda_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL022.flv.jpgUeda CastleUeda Castle (上田城) was built in 1583 by Sanada Masayuki. It is flatland castle located in Ueda, Nagano. It is considered one of the strongest castle because Tokugawa Ieyasu attacked this castle twice in 1585 and 1600, but Sanada Masayuki and his son Yukimura defeated Ieyasu''s both time with small number of samurai and Ueda Castle. Today, it is popular Sakura spots and there is a shirne enshrines Sanada clan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use Shinano Line to Ueda (42 min.)
2. walk north west (10 min.)yes363http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yonako_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL023.flv.jpgYonako Great FallsYonako Great Falls (米子大瀑布) is one of 100 best waterfalls in Japan. It is located in Suzaka, Nagano. Yonako Falls is the inclusive term of Gongen Falls and Fudo Falls. Gongen Falls ( 権現滝) is 75m high and Fudo Falls (不動滝) is 85m high. It is very rare that two of such a high waterfalls located right next to each other. In October, it has beautiful Autumn leaves around the falls. <b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom. On the weekends of October, the road to the falls will be closed, and instead of private transportation, there is a shuttle bus from Yukkudon Onsen Center. Round trip is 1200 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use Nagano Dentetsu Line to Suzaka (26 min.)
2. talk bus to Yukkudon or tax to Yonakodaibakufu.
3. walk 4 hours from Yukkudon.
','No pet for the shuttle bus.
There are several hiking course around this waterfalls. It is very beautiful during October. Because it is located on the high up in the mountain, Koyo starts much earlier than other place nearby.
This waterfalls are located at huge caldera and water fall into the caldera. This caldea is one of three major caldera in Japan.
Fudo Falls is sometimes used for Takigyo.yes304http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kimyo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL024.flv.jpgKimyo FallsKimyo Falls','奇妙滝',14,'Kimyo Falls (奇妙滝) is 60m tall waterfalls located in Suzaka, Nagano. The water coming from Mt. Kimyo. It has very mysterious look because the rocks of the waterfalls are deep black color, and bottom of the falls and the river from it are red. It has great Autumn leaves in October.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Be careful with fallen rocks.
<b>Access</b>
15 min. from the observatory of Yonako Fallsyes138http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/museum_of_togakure/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL025.flv.jpgThe Museum of Togakure NinjaThe Museum of Togakure (Togakushi) School of Ninpo (戸隠流忍法資料館) is the museum of Ninja located in Togakushi, Nagano. Togakure Ninja is one of the popular Ninja Style. The legend said, Togakure ryu Ninpo was founded by Nishina Daisuke, samurai of Kiso Yoshinaka, in late 12th century. This museum displays all kinds of Ninja weapons, spy items, Kuroshozoku, and real scrolls and Ninja books. It has also a trick house and Shuriken school for experience.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 350 yen for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use express bus to Togakushi (1hr.)
2. use shuttle bus to Okushayes550http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/togakushi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL026.flv.jpgTogakushiTogakushi','戸隠',4,'Togakushi (戸隠) is one of the most famous power-spot today. It is located northern Nagano Prefecture. The power- spot is Japanese spiritual spots where you can gain the natural power. For long time, Japanese people built shrines on those power spots. The best example is the top of Mt. Fuji. There are 3 major Togakushi shrines known as the power-spot. Especially, Okusya, the upper shine, has a history of 1,000 years and is considered as the strongest power-spot. The Cedar avenue of Okusya is beautiful. Togakushi is also famous for its Soba because Togakushi has a clean water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is very crowded today. It is so hard to find parking during the weekend. On the weekends, there is a shuttle bus to travel all major spot. in Togakushi.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station.
1. use express bus to Togakushi (1hr.)yes415http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/togakushi_shrine_hoko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL027.flv.jpgTogakushi Shrine Hoko ShrineTogakushi Shrine Hoko Shrine (戸隠神社、宝光社) is one of three shrines in Togakushi. It was built in 1058 by the 70th emperor Goreizen. It enshrines Amenouwabarunomikoto. The steps to the shrine has beautiful cedar avenue and it is considered as one of power-spot in Togakushi.
<b>Visitor''s info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b.Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station.
1. use express bus to Togakushi (1hr.)
2. walk south (1hr.)yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/togakushi_shrine_chusya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL028.flv.jpgTogakushi Shrine ChusyaTogakushi Shrine Chusya (戸隠神社・中社) is the center shrine of Five Togakushi Shrines. It was built in 1098. Togakushi Shrines were originally built as temple of Sugen-do in 849. Chusya is located in the center of Togakushi area, and it has many huge cedar trees which also considered as the sacred trees which gives visitors a power of nature.
<b>Visitors</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station.
1. use express bus to Togakushi (1hr.)yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/togakushi_shrine_okusya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL029.flv.jpgTogakushi Shrine OkusyaTogakushi Shrine Okusya (戸隠神社・奥社) is the upper shrine of all Togakushi Shrine. It is also the first shrine built in Togakushi. It was originally built as Shugen-do Temple in 849. Today, it is known as one of the strong power-spot in Japan, and many people worship this shrine to gain the spiritual power of nature. The cedar avenue of Okusya is very beautiful. There is also Kuzuryu Shrine right next to Okusya.
<b>Visitor''s info.</b>
There is a parking.
About 2km Sando Street from the parking to the shrine and there is hard stairs. Restrooms are located on the Sando. Today, it is very crowded especially on the weekend. It takes more than one hour to worship at this shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station.
1. use express bus to Togakushi (1hr.)
2. use shuttle bus (only available on weekend) to Okusya.yes272http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mirror_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL030.flv.jpgMirror PondMirror Pond (鏡池, kagamiike) is a popular hiking spot in Togakushi. It has beautiful Koyo, autumn leaves, in October and when there is no wind or rain, it reflects beautiful Mt. Togakushi. Many photographer visit here to take a beautiful mirror pond photo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Road closed on weekends on October, but there is a shuttle bus to the access.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station.
1. use express bus to Togakushi (1hr.)
2. use shuttle bus (only available on weekend) to Kagamiike.yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/teraya_homeland_forest/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL128.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL128.flv.jpgTeraya Homeland ForestTeraya Homeland Forest (寺屋ふるさとの森) is one of relaxing park with lots of nature in Yokohama. It also offers visitors experiencing farming and craft-working. You can also fishing at the pond in this park. This park and around the area was preserved for keeping nature in Yokohama project. Yokohama was developed so quick after the WWII, and only this place has been remained lots of natures.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Nagatsuda
2. use local bus to Terayafurusatonomoriyes304http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_curry_udon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT053.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT053.flv.jpgHow to cook Curry UdonCurry Udon is one of the popular style of Udon. Instead of Udon Soup, Curry Udon takes Curry flavor, but not like standard curry, this one is more like soup. It is great hot noodle especially in the winter.
yes276http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_hayashi_rice/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT055.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT055.flv.jpgHow to cook Hayashi RiceHayashi Rice is Japanese western food. Just like curry, it served with rice. It is a tomato paste stew. Hayashi Rice is also very popular Japanese food.
yes498http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gunma_senga_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL027.flv.jpgGunma Senga FallsSenga Falls (線ヶ滝) is located Namboku Village, Gunma. It is 40m-tall waterfalls. It is made from a huge fault. The white line of waterfalls on the huge black rock is just like the drawing a white line. The Senga literary means the line.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (15 min.)
2. use Joshin Line to Shimonita (1hr.)
3. use taxi to Sengataki.
yes329http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sandan_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL028.flv.jpgSandan FallsSandan Falls (三段の滝) is three step-waterfalls located in Namboku, Gunma. It has 50m high in total, and considered as one of three major waterfalls in Namboku.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and Restroom. Takes 30 min by walking from the parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (15 min.)
2. use Joshin Line to Shimonita (1hr.)
3. use taxi to Sandannotaki.
yes341http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chushi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL029.flv.jpgChushi FallsChushi Falls (中止の滝) is 35m tall waterfalls located Ueno, Gunma. This waterfalls was found in Meiji era. When it was found by researchers, they stop working because the waterfall was so beautiful. After that, people started called this waterfall "The fall of Break."
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (15 min.)
2. use JR Takasaki Line to Shinmachi (10 min.)
3. use bus to Kamiru Machi (69 min.)
4. use bus to Ueno Mura (33 min.)
5. use taxi to Chushinotaki
yes155http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iai_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL030.flv.jpgIai ValleyIai Valley (居合沢) is located in Namboku, Gunma. It is nice hiking course withe many beautiful waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and Restroom. Takes 30 min by walking from the parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (15 min.)
2. use Joshin Line to Shimonita (1hr.)
3. use taxi to Sandannotaki.
yes413http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/semi_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL031.flv.jpgSemi ValleySemi Valley (蝉の渓谷) is a very unique valley located Namboku, Gunma. Because the rock of this valley is very weak, heavy rains crashes the bottom rocks. This is how this valley was made.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (15 min.)
2. use Joshin Line to Shimonita (1hr.)
3. use taxi to Seminokeikoku.
yes212http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ueno_sky_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL032.flv.jpgUeno Sky BridgeUeno Sky Bridge (上野スカイブリッジ) is a huge cable suspension bridge located in Ueno, Gunma. It has great view of all Ueno area. In Autumn, there are beautiful Koyo, the autumn leaves. You can enjoy sky walking here. It is connecting two tourist spots of Ueno, Ma-hor Forest and Kawawa National Park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 100 yen.
There is a parking and restroom
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (15 min.)
2. use JR Takasaki Line to Shinmachi (10 min.)
3. use bus to Kamiru Machi (69 min.)
4. use bus to Ueno Mura (33 min.)
5. walk (40 Min.)
yes227http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuji_cavern/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL033.flv.jpgFuji CavernFuji Cavern (不二洞) is one of the biggest cavern in Kanto. It is 2.2km long and takes about 40 min. for touring inside of the cave. This cavern is still actively growing and you can see how stalactite stone is growing.
<b>Toursit Info.</b>
Addmission: 600 yen. Kids 400 yen.
Open: 8:30 to 17:30 (16:30 in winter) Last entry is 1 hr before close time.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (15 min.)
2. use JR Takasaki Line to Shinmachi (10 min.)
3. use bus to Kamiru Machi (69 min.)
4. use bus to Ueno Mura (33 min.)
5. walk (40 Min.)
yes445http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kirifuri_highland/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN026.flv.jpgKirifuri HighlandKirifuri Highland (霧降高原) is the highland located northern Nikko, Tochigi. There are many hiking courses, camping place, sky resort and golf courses. It is located over 1500m high from the sea levels, and has beautiful natures including Kirifuri Falls, which is one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. In fall, the autumn leaves are beautiful and many photographers and hikers visit.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at the entrance of hiking courses.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. use bus to Kirifurikogen
yes334http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nikko_shiraito_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN027.flv.jpgNikko Shiraito FallsNikko Shiraito Falls (日光 白糸の滝) is one of waterfalls in Nikko. It is located just behind of Futaarasan Shrine and next to its upper shrine. It is 10m high.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tobu Nikko Station.
1. walk north-west (40 min.)
yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jakko_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN028.flv.jpgJakko FallsJakko Falls (寂光の滝) is one of waterfalls in Nikko. It is also known as seven falls because this waterfalls is made of 7 steps of waterfalls. It is 50m high in total and 6m wide. Jakko Falls is considered as one of 8 views of Nikko.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tobu Nikko Station.
1. use bus to Tabozawa (10 min.)
2. walk north (40 min.)
yes233http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koshin_seven_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN029.flv.jpgKoshin Seven FallsKoshin Seven Falls (庚申七滝) is located on Mt. Koshin, Nikko. It is seven steps waterfalls and located right next to Ichino Torii gate of Mt. Koshin.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Be careful, the bridge to see the lower falls are broken.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. use bus to Tsudoekimae
2. take taxi to Ginzandairatenbodai
3. walk west (1 hr.)
yes253http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takio_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN030.flv.jpgTakio ShrineTakio Shrine (瀧尾神社) is one of Shrines in Nikko. It is a secondary shrine of Futaarasan Shrine and one of three gongen shrine. It was built in 820 by priest Kukai. Legend said, he saw the goddess at this place. This phenomenon is call Yoko(影光).
<b> Visitor's info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. walk north-west (30 min.)
yes296http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/konuma_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL026.flv.jpgKonuma PondKonuma Pond (小沼) is a lake on the top of Mt. Akagi. The altitude of this lake is 1,450m. It is a very popular hiking spot in Akagi area. Because it is high up in the mountain, It has great Koyo starts in the middle of October.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use bus to Fujimi Onsen.
2. use another bus to Akagi Center
yes350http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_kitsune_udon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT054.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT054.flv.jpgHow to cook Kitsune UdonKitsune Udon is mostly served in hot noolde. Kitsune is the flavored Aburaage, deep fried Tofu. It's the most basic Udon.
yes358http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atsuta_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL013.flv.jpgAtsuta ShrineAtsuta Shrine (熱田神宮) is Jingu Shrine located Nagoya, Aichi. It was built in 113 A.C.E. and enshrines Atsuta no Okami and the sword of Kusanagi. The sword of Kusanagi, place at Atsuta Shrine, is one of three sacred imperial treasure of Japan. In Japanese myth, after Yamatotakeru no Mikoto conquered eastern Japan, he visited Owari and married the Owari governor's daughter. He left the sword to his wife and traveled Ise. When he died at Ise, she took his sword to Atsuta and built Atsuta Shrine. Because of the sword of Kusanagi, Atsuta Shrine is one of the most important shrine in Japan besides the grand shrine of Ise. In 1560, Oda Nobunaga visited and prayed his victory for the battle of Okehazama.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Atsuta (7 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes366http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/the_battle_of_okehazama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL014.flv.jpgThe battle of OkehazamaThe battle of Okehazama (桶狭間の戦い) is the battle happened in 1560 between Oda Nobunaga and Imagawa Yoshimoto. It is one of the most exciting victory because Nobunaga with only 2,000 armies won against 25,000 armies of Yoshimoto. The battle of Okehazama is the major turning point of the history of Japan. After this battle, Nobunaga started the great revolution which changed Japan, and Imagawa clan was fallen immediately after this lost.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Most of the related spot of Okehazama has no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Chukyo Keibajo (18 min.)
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes419http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyosu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL015.flv.jpgKiyosu CastleKiyosu Castle (清洲城) is the ruins of castle located in west Aichi. It was built in 1405 by Shiba Yoshishige. It was a castle to govern western Owari and in 1478, Oda clan moved this castle. Since then, Kiyosu Castle was the capital of Kiyosu Oda clan. It is very famous because Oda Nobunaga's great career began at this castle. Today, there is reconstructed castle on the other side of the river, and beautiful statue of Oda Nobunaga is placed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
The castle closed on Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use Tokaido Line to Kiyosu (7 min.)
2. walk south (15 min.)
yes232http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okehazama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL016.flv.jpgOkehazama ParkOkehazama Park (桶狭間公園) is located on the legendary place of the battle of Okehazama. Legend said, the battle of Okehazama took place at this park. There are statues of Oda Nobunaga and Imagawa Yoshimoto. The pond and artificial river represent small scale of the map of the battle of Okehazama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a restroom, but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Chukyo Keibajo (18 min.)
2. walk south (25 min.)
yes91http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/narumi_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL017.flv.jpgNarumi CastleNarumi Castle(鳴海城) is the castle of Owari, current Aichi Prefecture. In Muromachi period, Ashikaga Yoshimitsu ordered his Samurai, Yasuhara, to build. This castle is one of the locations of the battle of Okehazama in 1590. Today, it is the ruins which also used a public park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a restroom, but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kanayama (3 min.)
2. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Narumi (11 min.)
3. walk north (10 min.)
yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/odaka_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL018.flv.jpgOdaka CastleOdaka Castle (大高城) is a hilltop castle located south of Nagoya. It is one of the spot related to the battle of Okehazama. Tokugawa Ieyasu carried food during the battle. Today, it is a public park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Odaka (14 min.)
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kutsukake_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL019.flv.jpgKutsukake CastleKutsukake Castle (沓掛城) is a flatland castle located in Nagoya. It is one of the spots of the battle of Okehazama.
Imagawa Yoshimoto settled his headquarter at this castle. It was built in 14th century and still remains many constructions.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Zengo (22 min.)
2. walk north (20 min.)
yes108http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okehazama_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL020.flv.jpgOkehazama ShrineOkehazama Shrine (桶狭間神明社) is located in Okehazama. The village of Okehazama was founded by Ochimusya, run-away samurai from Namboku era in 1340. This shrime was also built by them for their spiritual homeland. During the battle of Okehazama, Sena Ujitoshi prayed his victory and gave Sake barrel.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Chukyokeibajomae (20 min.)
2. use bus to Okehazamateramae
yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_inarizushi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT056.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT056.flv.jpgHow to cook InarizushiInarizushi (いなり寿司) is one of the Sushi which used for mostly lunch box. Inari is flavored Aburaage. Inarizushi is putting Sushi rice inside Inari. It is one of the great way to enjoy Sushi rice.
yes301http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoro_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF013.flv.jpgYoro FallsYoro Falls (養老の滝) is one of 100 best waterfalls and 100 best water in Japan. It is 32m high and 4 wide waterfalls located in Gifu prefecture. This waterfalls is located in Yoro Park which is popular spot in this area.
Legend says, the water of this falls became Sake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is two parking. Upper parking which 5 min from the fall requires 1000 yen. If you park at the parking of the park, it requires hard walking to the falls.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Ogaki (12 min.)
2. use Yoro Line to Kuwana (22 min.)
3. walk west (30 min.)
yes268http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kagano_hachiman_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF014.flv.jpgKagano Hachiman ShrineKagano Hachiman Shrine (加賀野八幡神社) is located in Ogaki, Gifu prefecture. It is very popular for its spring water. It is chosen as 100 Heisei best water in Japan and 50 best water in Gifu. Many people visit here to gather its tasty water for their daily water for cooking. This shrine is built on the ruins of Kagano Castle which built in 1317.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
When you gather water, use scoop. The water passed the health examination but better to boil it before drink it. There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. use JR Tokaido Line to Ogaki (12 min.)
1. walk north east (20 min.)
yes138http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ena_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF015.flv.jpgEna ValleyEna Valley (恵那峡) is a valley of Kiso River located in Nakatsugawa, Gifu prefecture. This valley was made by Oi Dam. Usually, most of the sceneries were destroyed by the production of dam, but Ena Valley become more beautiful spot by the dam which is very rare case. It has sightseeing cruise at Sazanami park. The cruising offers beautiful landscape with many unique rocks. Ena Valley is also popular for its Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
During the Koyo season, it get very crowded. Koyo happens in the middle of November.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ena Station
1. use bus to Enakyokenritushizenkoen
yes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sunomata_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF016.flv.jpgSunomata CastleSunomata Castle (墨俣一夜城, sunomataichiyajo) is a ruins of castle which legend said built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in 1566. During the war between Oda Nobunaga and Saito clan, It was built over night. After this success, Hideyoshi became very important man in Nobunaga's samurai. Therefore, this castle is considered as the beginning of Hideyoshi's success story. Today, there is reconstructed castle which designed of Ogaki Castle, and there is a museum inside.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but restroom.
Admission of the museum: 200 yen.
Opens: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Ogaki (12 min.)
2. use Meihankintesu bus to Sunomata
3. walk (5 min.)
yes242http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takenaka_jinya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF017.flv.jpgTakenaka JinyaTakenaka Jinya (竹中陣屋) is the ruins of the house of Takenaka clan. It was small castle built by Takenaka Shigekado, the son of Takenaka Hambei Shigeharu, in 1588. There are moat, gates and stone walls remains. The statue of Takenaka Hambei is placed in front of the gate.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Tarui (23 min.)
2. use bus to Iwateyochien
yes154http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/magome_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF018.flv.jpgMagome JukuMagome Juku (馬籠宿) is a old post town of nakasendo road located Nakatsugawa, Gifu. It was 43rd post town from Edo. This post town remains and reconstructed the old look of Edo style post town, and one of the popular tourist spot in Gifu, today. The houses are built in Edo style and the stone road are remains from the Edo period. There are lots of gift shops, food stands, museums and even hotels.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokichi Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nakatsugawa (32 min.)
2. use bus to Magomejuku
yes399http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/naeki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF019.flv.jpgNaeki CastleNaeki Castle (苗木城) is a mountain castle built in mid 16th century by Toyama Naokado. It is located in Ena, Gifu prefecture. It was very important castle for Oda Nobunaga to protect Mino from Takeda clan. Even this castle is located on the top of mountain, there are huge stone walls which also the basement of the main bailey and Tenshu-kaku. Those stone basement also used huge rocks to built the castle stronger and higher. From the top of Tenshu-kaku, you can see great view of Nakatsugawa area and Kiso River.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokichi Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nakatsugawa (32 min.)
2. use bus to Naeki Toyama museum
3. walk (20 min.)
yes350http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gifu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF020.flv.jpgGifu CastleGifu Castle (岐阜城) is a mountain castle located in Gifu city. The mountain is also known as Mt. Kinka or Mt. Inaba. Gifu castle is very popular as the castle of Oda Nobunaga and Saito Dozan. It was built in 1201, and mainly structured by Dozan in 1539. When Nobunaga conquered this castle, his vision became clear and started using the red seal of Tenkafubu which also means he started to moving forward to unify Japan. Today, it is the symbol of Gifu city and popular spot in the area. It has great view of Gifu and Aichi, especially beautiful at night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are several hiking courses to reach the top of the mountain where Tenshu-kaku of Gifu castle is. Also, there is a ropeway to the top of the mountain.
There are several free parking around the mountain.
Admission for Tenshu-kaku: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids.
Open: 9:30 to 17:30 (3/16 to 5/11), 8:30 to 17:30 (5/12 to 10/16), 9:30 to 16:30 (10/17 to 3/15)
Ropeway: one-way 600 yen, round trip 1050 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station
1. use bus to Gifukoen Rekishishiryokanmae
2. walk (3 min.)
yes373http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takato_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL031.flv.jpgTakato CastleTakato Castle (高遠城) is hilltop castle located in Ina, Nagano. It is also well known for its Sakura, today. It was the castle of Takato clan which is the brunch of Suwa clan. Takeda Katsuyori the son of Takeda Shingen ruled this castle during the Sengoku Period. In 1547, Yamamoto Kansuke and Akiyama Nobutomo extended this castle to current size. Today, the baileys, dry moats are remains in good condition. In fall, it has also beautiful autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
In Sakura season, there is an admission free for the park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Inashi Station.
1. use bus to Takatoeki (25 min.)
2. walk (15 min.)
yes387http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tenryu_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL032.flv.jpgTenryu ValleyTenryu Valley (天竜峡) is a valley of Tenryu river located IIda, Nagano prefecture. It is chosen as one of the scenery of Japan, and a part of National park of Tenryu-Okumikawa. The valley was form with grantic hard cliffs with various kinds of trees which offer great Koyo, the autumn leaves and green leaves in summer. There is Onsen around the area. Therefore, many people visit here during the Koyo season and enjoy Onsen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
There is a cruising service which travel Tenryu river.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ina Station.
1. use JR Iida Line to Tenryukyo (2 hr.)
yes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_kimpira_gobo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT057.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT057.flv.jpgHow to cook Kimpira GoboKimpira Gobo is one of the popular daily dishes in Japanese food. It is made from cocklebur and carrot with soy sauce flavor. It is also popular appetizer for Sake.
yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gora_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL129.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL129.flv.jpgGora ParkGora Park (強羅公園) is one of the most popular spot in Hakone. It is a Japanese style garden with lots of flowers. Gora Park offers all kinds of seasonable flowers from February to October, and it finishes with beautiful Autumn leaves. Its rose garden is the most famous feature of this park. There are 140 kinds 1000 roses in Gora Park. There are also, a craft-house, Tea house and other houses.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen, Kids free.
Business hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station.
1. use Hakone Tozan Line to Gora (36 min.)
2. walk (5 min.)
yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakone_highland/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL130.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL130.flv.jpgHakone HighlandHakone Highland (箱根高原) is located north of Lake Ashi. It has great Koyo, the autumn leaves in falls. There are many hiking courses which offer beautiful Koyo at the season. Also, it is popular hiking spot in Summer with green leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station.
1. use Hakone Tozan Line to Gora (36 min.)
2. use Hakone Ropeway to Togendai
3. walk north
yes329http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_sagami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL131.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL131.flv.jpgLake SagamiLake Sagami (相模湖) is an artificial lake located northern Kanagawa. It is popular recreation spot for Tokyo people because it is very easy access from Tokyo. There are many activities for visitors such as boat riding, fishing, cruising and hiking. In summer there is a fireworks, and also there is camping spots around the lake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking, restroom, restaurants, gift shop and other entertainment facilities.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Sagamiko (56 min.)
2. walk south
yes389http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_daigakuimo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT058.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT058.flv.jpgHow to cook DaigakuimoDaigakuimo (大学芋) is a deep fried sweet-potato with Soy Sauce flavor. One of the popular dishes for Sweet Potato in Japan. This is good for also snacks, and Japanese kids love Daigakuimo.
yes229http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/battle_of_sekigahara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF021.flv.jpgThe battle of SekigaharaThe battle of Sekigahara (関ヶ原の戦い) in 1600 is the most decisive battle happened in the history of Japan. The battle field of Sekigahara is located on the border of Shiga and Gifu prefecture. This battle divided the power of Japan half and decided who was the last winner of Sengoku Period. The result of the battle coursed the fall of Toyotomi clan, and the rise of Tokugawa clan. Right after this battle Tokugawa Ieyasu became the Seii Tai Shogun and open Tokugawa Government at Edo.
<b>Tourist info</b>
You can get a map of Sekigahara at the museum.
Almost all spots has a parking, and also you can have rental bicycle.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Sekigahara (29 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes599http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_myojo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI062.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI062.flv.jpgMt. MyojoMt. Myojo (明星山) is one of Mt. Fuji view spots located Fuji, Shizuoka. It is 225m high and have an excellent view of southern side of Mt. Fuji. This is also popular Sakura spot, and in April, people enjoy Hanami party with Sakura and Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numazu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Fuji (18 min.)
2. use JR Minobu Line to Iriyamase (8 min.)
3. walk west (40 min.)
yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/odana_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI063.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI063.flv.jpgOdana FallsOdana Falls (大棚の滝) is a waterfalls located on Ashitaka mountains. It is 21m high and in autumn, it has beautiful autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numazu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Higashitagonoura (10 min.)
2. use Taxi to Sudogawa camping area
yes184http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sudogawa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI064.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI064.flv.jpgSudogawa ValleySudogawa Valley (須津川渓谷) is located in Ashitaka mountains, Shizuoka. It is popular hiking spot around the southern Mt. Fuji. There is beautiful waterfalls called Odana Falls. Koyo, the autumn leaves in Sudogawa Valley is beautiful and popular. Many hikers visit here and enjoy beautiful nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numazu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Higashitagonoura (10 min.)
2. use Taxi to Sudogawa camping area
yes344http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tagonoura_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI065.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI065.flv.jpgTagonoura BeachTagonoura Beach (田子の浦) is a beach located north of Suruga Bay, Shizuoka. It is popular view spot of Mt. Fuji and it appears in manyosyu, the oldest Japanese poetry.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numazu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Higashitagonoura (10 min.)
2. Walk south (10 min.)
yes87http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_miyagase/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL132.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL132.flv.jpgLake MiyagaseLake Miyagase (宮ヶ瀬湖) is an artificial lake located northern Kanagawa. It is popular view point in Kanagawa, and many people visit here to enjoy its scenery, especially with beautiful autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom. Also, one of the parking area has many shops and restaurants.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atsugi Station
1. use local bus to Miyagase
yes235http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_yudofu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT059.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT059.flv.jpgHow to cook YudofuYudofu (湯豆腐) is Tofu with hot soup. It is popular food in winter. It is very healthy food, especially great for vegetarians because it use no meat. Yudofu is also one of the popular food in Kyoto. If you have tasty tofu in winter, check out Yudofu for one of the best way to enjoy Tofu.
yes359http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_omochi_dessert/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT060.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT060.flv.jpgHow to cook Omochi DessertOmochi is popular food for new year's day in Japan. It also commonly used for Japanese Sweets. Oshiruko, Abekawa Mochi and Isobeyaki are most popular Omochi Dessert. Oshiruko is Omochi Soup with sweet Azuki beans. Abekawa Mochi is also known as Kinako Mochi is Kinako flavored Mochi. Kinako is a powdered soy beans. Isobeyaki is sweet soy sauce flavored Omochi lapped with Nori.
yes344http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shokoso_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL021.flv.jpgShokoso GardenShokoso Garden (尚古荘) is a traditional Japanese style garden built on the grounds of the ruins of Nishio Castle. The remains of a tower and inner moat of the castle can be seen as a part of the garden landscape. In this garden you can also find a tea ceremony room called Fugen-an, a guest hall and a small arbor from where you can appreciate the garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: Free
There is parking
Open: 9:00 to 19:00 (to 18:00 during Oct. to Mar.)
Closed on: Monday, Next day of Holiday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mikawa Anjo
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Kariya (6 min.)
2. use Meitetsu Mikawa Line to Chiryu (6 min.)
3. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Nishio (25 min.)
4. walk west (15 min.)
yes260http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nishio/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL022.flv.jpgNishioNishio (西尾) is located south of Nagoya city. It was used to be a castle town, and today it remains many historical spots including Nishio Castle. Nishio offers the atmosphere of Kyoto when you walk around.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can get a map at the museum of Nishio Castle.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mikawa Anjo
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Kariya (6 min.)
2. use Meitetsu Mikawa Line to Chiryu (6 min.)
3. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Nishio (25 min.)
4. walk west (15 min.) or use local bus to Nishiojo
yes340http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokohama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL133.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL133.flv.jpgYokohama ParkYokohama Park (横浜公園) is a park located in downtown Yokohama. There is Yokohama Stadium in this park. It is second oldest western style park built in Japan, and the oldest one opened for Japanese. It is also known as tulip park because it has huge tulip garden in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Yamate Line to Kannai (4 min.)
2. walk east (2 min.)
yes238http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nihonoodori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL134.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL134.flv.jpgNihonoodoriNihonoodori (日本大通り) is an avenue located between Yokohama Stadium and Yokohama port. It was first western style avenue designed by Richard Brunton in 1870. It is popular for its Ginkgo avenue. In the end of November, you can enjoy beautiful Autumn leaves of Ginkgo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use Minato Mirai Line to Nihonoodori (6 min.)
yes158http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamashita_park_avenue/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL135.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL135.flv.jpgYamashita Park AvenueYamashita Park Avenue (山下公園通り) is popular Ginkgo Ave. in Yokohama. It is located right next to Yamashita Park. In the end of November, all Ginkgo trees changes their colors into beautiful yellow.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Minato Mirai Line to Motomachi-Chukagai (10 min.)
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/omi_hachiman/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG007.flv.jpgOmi-HachimanOmi-Hachiman (近江八幡) is Edo Style town located south of Lake Biwa. It is also known as the birth place of Omi merchants. There are many houses of Omi Merchants which remain since Edo period. Some of those are opened as museum and many of traditional houses still offer the site of Omi city in Edo Period. This Edo style scenery is oftenly used for Samurai Story Movies.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking near the museum, and you can get a map of Ome at the museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mibara Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Omihachiman (27 min.)
0. at Kyoto Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Omihachiman (34 min.)
yes544http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinmachi_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG008.flv.jpgShinmachi StreetShinmachi Street (新町通り) is a historic district located in Omi-Hachiman. There are many traditional Edo Style housese remains since Edo period. Omi-Hachiman was developed by Omi-merchants and Shinmachi Street has the remaining houses of Omi-merchants which now opened for public. When you walk around this street, it offers you the atmosphere of Edo town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking near this street. Restroom is available at History museum.
<b>Access</b>
2. at Mibara Station
3. use JR Tokaido to Omihachiman (27 min.)
0. at Kyoto Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Omihachiman (34 min.)
use local bust to Shinmachi
yes458http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/himure_hachiman_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG009.flv.jpgHimure Hachiman ShrineHimure Hachiman Shrine(日牟禮八幡宮) is one of the major spot in Omi-Hachiman. It was established in 131 C.E. by Takeuchi no Sukune. In 275, Emperor Ojin visited this shrine and with divine message which he saw two sacred rings, he named this shrine Himurenosya Hachimangu. This was the origin of the name of this shrine. In 1590, Toyotomi Hideyori moved this shrine from the top of Mt. Hachiman to current location because he planed to built a castle there. There is two kinds of Himatsuri with this shrine and they are major Matsuri around this area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maibara Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Omihachiman
2. use bus to Osugicho.
yes278http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hachimanyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG010.flv.jpgHachimanyama CastleHachimanyama Castle (八幡山城) is a mountain castle located in Omi-Hachiman. It was built by Toyotomi Hidetsugu, the nephew of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, in 1585. Mt. Hachiman is 286m high and located right next to Lake Biwa. The view of the top has great view of Lake Biwa and all Omi area. There is a temple which dedicated to Hidetsugu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a rope-way.
Admission: 800 yen for round trip. Half the price for Kids.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maibara Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Omihachiman
2. use bus to Osugicho.
3. walk (5 min.)
yes315http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sawayama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG011.flv.jpgSawayama CastleSawayama Castle (佐和山城) is a mountain castle located in Hikone. It was built in Kamakura Period. Sawayama Castle is well know as the castle of Ishida Mitsunari. In 1590, Ishida Mitsunari moved this castle. This Castle was recognized as one of two unsuitable things for Mitsunari. Today, it is one of the popular hiking courses and from the top of the mountain. it has a beautiful view of lake Biwa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maibara Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Hikone (5 min.)
2. walk north (30 min.)
yes103http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hikone_castle_night/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG012.flv.jpgHikone Castle at nightHikone Castle (彦根城) has a light up. WIth the quiet neighbors and deep sky, Hikone Castle light up in the sky, and its shape reflects on the water of its moat.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up starts after sunset.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maibara Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Hikone (5 min.)
2. use local bus to Hkonejo
yes133http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_futomaki_sushi_roll/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT061.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT061.flv.jpgHow to cook Futomaki Sushi RollFutomaki Sushi Roll (太巻き) is is a large cylindrical piece, with nori on the outside. A typical futomaki is three or four centimeters (1.5 in) in diameter. They are often made with two or three fillings that are chosen for their complementary tastes and colors. During the Setsubun festival, it is traditional in Kansai to eat uncut futomaki in its cylindrical form, where it is particularly called ehou-maki ( 恵方巻, lit. happy direction rolls). Futomaki is often vegetarian, but may include non-vegetarian toppings such as tiny fish roe and chopped tuna.
yes338http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nishio_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL023.flv.jpgNishio CastleNishio Castle (西尾城) is a flatland castle located in Aichi prefecture. It was built in1585 by Sakai Shigetada. It is very unique castle because the Tenshukaku was located in Ninomaru, the 2nd bailey. Today, there is 3 stories keeps, Otemon gate and garden are reconstructed. The baileys and moats are preserved in great condition. There is a museum in this castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
At the museum, you can get a map of Nishio.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Anjo Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Kariya (10 min.)
2. use Meitetsu Mikawa Line to Chiryu (6 min.)
3. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Nishio (24 min.)
4. walk west (15 min.)
yes174http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tojo_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL024.flv.jpgTojo CastleTojo Castle (東條城) is a mountain castle located in Aichi Prefecture. It was built in early 13th century by Kira Yoshikage. In 1222, Ashikaga Yoshiuji became the Syugo Daimyo of Mikawa, and he gave his son Yoshitsugu the land of Tojo. Until the fall of Ashikaga clan in Sengoku period, Tojo became important for the government of Mikawa. Today, The gate and keep are reconstructed which give the look of classic mountain castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Anjo Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Gamagori (15 min.)
2. use Meitetsu Gamagori Line to Kamiyokosuka (30 min.)
yes164http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwasaki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL025.flv.jpgIwasaki CastleIwasaki Castle (岩崎城) is a hilltop castle located in Aichi. It was built in 1528 by Oda Nobuhide, the father of Nobunaga. Later, it was taken by Mikawa Matsudaira. In 1538, Niwa Ujikiyo moved this castle and this castle was ruled by Niwa clan until 1600. Today, Tensyukaku was reconstructed and gardens, dry moat and stone walls are well preserved.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The local museum is free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use Nagoya Higashiyama Line to Fujigaoka(30 min.)
2. use Aichi Expressway Rimoni to Nagakutekosenjo (8 min.)
3. use bus to Iwasakijo
yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwamura_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF022.flv.jpgIwamura CastleIwamura Castle (岩村城) is a mountain castle located in south-eastern Gifu. It is one of three major mountain castles and the top of the castle is 717m above sea level, making it the highest castle in Japan. It is also known as the castle of the woman lord. Oda Nobunaga stayed at this castle 80 days before he was killed in Honnoji. Today, the stone walls and baileys are preserved in excellent condition which allows you to easily imagine how strong the castle was and how it was designed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is two parking, lower and upper. When you park at the lower parking, you can enjoy the way to the top of the castle, or you can park at top of castle which is much easier to visit the top.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tajimi Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ena (25 min.)
2. use Akechiline to Iwamura (30 min.)
3. walk south east (30 min.)
yes359http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwamura_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF023.flv.jpgIwamura TownIwamura (岩村) is a Edo Style town located south of Kiso River in Gifu. Iwamura was used to be a castle town. Today, it has still many remaining houses since Edo period which gives travelers the look of Edo style town. Those remaining houses are now opened as the museum. At the end of the town, there is a mountain castle called Iwamura castle. This castle is not only the major tourist attraction in Iwamura, it is also chosen as one of the three major mountain castles in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. At the tourist organization center, you can get a map of Iwamura.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tajimi Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ena (25 min.)
2. use Akechiline to Iwamura (30 min.)
yes562http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwamura_history_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF024.flv.jpgIwamura History MuseumIwamura History Museum (岩村歴史資料館) displays historical treasures of Iwamura. Iwamura was the land 30,000 goku in Edo period, and Matsudaira Noritada, the lord of Iwamura in 1702 built 3rd samurai school in Iwamura. There are many text and samurai school materials displayed in this museum, including first English-Japanese dictionary and Gokuisho, the last sword secrets of Ito Ittosai who is the founder of all Itto Ryu style. Also, swords, armors, and government order and documents are displayed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 200 for senior. Under Junior is free. There is group discount.
Close on Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tajimi Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ena (25 min.)
2. use Akechiline to Iwamura (30 min.)
3. walk south east (30 min.)
yes272http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kimura_house_in_iwamura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF025.flv.jpgKimura House in IwamuraKimura House (木村邸) is one of the remaining houses in Iwamura. The house was built in late 18th century, and registered as the important historical asset of Ena. It is popular powerful merchant house of Edo Period. Omoya, the main house, has the 3rd floors which is very unique in this period. Garden and storages are very beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for senior. Under Junior, free. There is group discount.
Set with Tosaya House.
Closed on Monday.
Open: from 9:30 to 16:30 (16:00 in winter)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tajimi Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ena (25 min.)
2. use Akechiline to Iwamura (30 min.)
3. walk south east (20 min.)
yes116http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsukawa_house_in_iwamura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF026.flv.jpgKatsukawa House in IwamuraKatsukawa House (勝川家) is one of the remaining houses in Iwamura. It was built in late Edo Period. It has beautiful Dozo, the storage at backyard, and the 2nd house is very unique Shoin Style in Showa period. Omoya, the main house has great look of Edo style house.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: free
Closed on Tuesday
Open: from 9:30 to 16:30 (16:00 in winter)
yes109http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tosaya_house_in_iwamura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF027.flv.jpgTosaya House in IwamuraTosaya House (土佐屋) is one of the remaining houses in Iwamura. It was built in 1780, and registered as the important historic asset of Ena. Tosaya was a coloring and printing studio for cotton and other products. It displays the life of the merchants in Edo Period and how was the process of coloring and printing. 2nd house and garden was built in early Showa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for senior. Under Junior, free. There is group discount.
Set with Kimura House.
Closed on Monday.
Open: from 9:30 to 16:30 (16:00 in winter)
yes134http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsumago_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL033.flv.jpgTsumago JukuTsumago Juku (妻籠宿) is the major tourist spot in Kiso and southern Nagano prefecture. It is the Edo Style town with over 65 Edo Style houses on one street. Tsumago Juku was used to be one of post town on Nakasendo Road. Therefore, many travelers between Edo and Osaka visited. Tsumago Juku is the first registered scenery of historic districts because many houses built in Edo Period were remained in great conditions. When you walk on the main street, you will only see the Edo style houses.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking. You can get a map at parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nagiso
2. use bus to Tsumagojuku
yes282http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_futtsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL025.flv.jpgCape FuttsuCape Futtsu (富津岬) is one of the mouthes of Tokyo Bay (Other is cape Kannon) located on Tokyo Bay side of Boso peninsula. It is popular sightseeing spot in Futtsu because it has great view of Tokyo Bay and its sea side. When the air is clear, you can see beautiful Mt. Fuji as well. There are two observational towers, and also popular bird-watching spots.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Kisarazu (42 min.)
2. use local bus to (Futtsu Koen.)
yes339http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_tenjo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL053.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL053.flv.jpgMt. TenjoMt. Tenjo (天上山) is one of the best view spots of Mt. Fuji. It is a 1,104m high mountain located right next to lake Kawaguchi. There is a ropeway to reach the top of the mountain, and from there, it has great panorama vision with Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi. It is also known as the place of the story of Kachikachiyama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Ropeway: round trip 700 yen for adult, 350 yen for kids.
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. walk north (10 min.)
yes225http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asagiri_highland/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI066.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI066.flv.jpgAsagiri HighlandAsagiri Highland (朝霧高原) is one of the greatest Mt. Fuji view spot. It is located on the north west side of Mt. Fuji in Shizuoka Prefecture. The average altitude of the highland is about 800m from the sea level. There are many camping spots and golf courses. Also, because of the cool weather, there are many ranches which offers great milk products. Many people visit those ranches and take photo of caws with Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Each view spots of Mt. Fuji has a parking space on the street.
<b>Access</b>
You need a car to visit here. Most of the spots are on the route 139.
yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shin_edogawa_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL145.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL145.flv.jpgShin-Edogawa ParkShin-Edogawa Park (新江戸川公園) is a Japanese style garden located in west of Shinjuku. It was used to be a house garden of Daimyo Hosokawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no admission.
No parking.
One restroom.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Iidabashi.
2. use Yurakucho Line to Edogawabashi.
3. walk west (15 min.)
yes244http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inshu_ikeda_house_gate/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL146.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL146.flv.jpgInshu-Ikeda House GateThe Gate of the Inshu-Ikeda House (旧因州池田屋敷表門) is one of remaining Edo Daimyo's gates. It is relocated inside of Ueno Museum. This gate is also known as the black gate, and it is the highest rank gate during Edo Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can see it from the street. If you want see it closer, enter Ueno Museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes86http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoshida_sake_store/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL147.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL147.flv.jpgYoshida Sake StoreYoshida Sake Store (旧吉田屋酒店) is one of remaining Edo Style building located in Ueno area. Yoshida Store was a sake store since Edo period. The building offers the Sake store of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission free:
Closed at 16:30
yes131http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kagurazaka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL148.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL148.flv.jpgKagurazakaKagurazaka (神楽坂) is located western Shinjuku. Current Kagurazakai is a modern Tokyo town, but it was used to be a town of Geisha in Meiji and Taisho era. There are many established restaurants and small streets which gives you the life of Geisha used to be.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The main area is around the Kagurazaka Street between Kurazakaue and Kagurazakashita.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuk Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Iidabashi
2. walk west (2 min.)
yes297http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oshiage/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL149.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL149.flv.jpgOshiageOshiage (押上) is located east of Asakusa. The main feature of Oshiage is Tokyo Sky Tree. Tokyo Sky Tree will be 634m tall and the 2nd tallest building in the world and the tallest tower in the world. From Oshiage station, you can see it form the bottom to feel how high it is.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Sky Tree will finish its construction by December 2011.
The hight will be 634
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa
1. use Toei Asakura Line to Oshiage (5 min.)
yes183http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sensoji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL150.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL150.flv.jpgSensoji TempleSensoji Temple (浅草寺) is a buddhist temple located in Asakusa. It is the main feature of Asakusa and one of the most popular tourist spot in Tokyo. Sensoji is also known as Asakusa-Kannon and about 30 million visitors visit every year. It was established in 628 and it's the oldest temple in Tokyo. Nakamise Street which is the shopping district located in front of Senseoji is one of the most famous tourist in Tokyo.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Don't walk while you are eating food. Finish eating, the walk.
Smoke only permitted spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. use Ginza Line to Asakusa (5 min.)
2. walk north-west (5 min.)
yes379http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokozuna_town_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL151.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL151.flv.jpgYokozuna Town ParkYokozuna Town Park (横綱町公園) is a park with the memorial monument of the victims of Kanto Great Earthquake and WWII. There is also Japanese garden in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
THere is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Akihabara.
2. use JR Sobu Line to Ryogoku.
3. walk (5 min.)
yes102http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akasaka_historical/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL152.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL152.flv.jpgAkasakaAkasaka (赤坂) is located almost the center of Tokyo and it is one of the established in Tokyo. Because there are many embassies in Akasaka, there are high class hotels and restaurants. Akasaka is named after the Akasaka gate which is one of the gate of Edo Castle. There are also some historical spots in Akasaka.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom at Shimizudani Park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchi Line to Akasakamitsuke.
yes243http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/boroichi_market/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL153.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL153.flv.jpgBoroichi MarketBoroichi Market (ボロ市) is the biggest event in Setagaya. Over 700 small stores open which sale used clothes, furniture, supply, glossaries, foods, arts, crafts works and all kinds of items which you can imagine. It has even Shrine for your houses. Every year, over 200 thousand shoppers visit this events.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It happens in 15th and 16th of December and January.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Tokyu Denentoshi Line to Sangenchaya. (8 min.)
2. use Tokyu Setagaya Line to Setagaya.
yes315http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yasuda_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL154.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL154.flv.jpgYasuda GardenYasuda Garden (旧安田庭園) is a Japanese style garden located in Ryogoku. It was used to be the house and garden of Daimyo Honjo during Edo period. It has a nice pond and beautiful garden. The pond used the water of sea which has high tide and low tide.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission free.
There is a restroom.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30
yes248http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_oden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT062.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT062.flv.jpgHow to cook OdenOden is one of the common Nabe, the Japanese style stew, in winter. Oden takes several ingredients, mostly vegetables and fish cakes and fried pan cakes.
yes362http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL026.flv.jpgSakura TownSakura (佐倉) is a castle town located 20 min. from Narita International Airport. There are many remaining Samurai houses since Edo Period. It's a town of Samurai. Sakura offers ruins of castle, real Samura houses, and many museum. Some sceneries in Sakura, have not changed since Edo Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
All spots are walking distance from the station. It will be nice half-day walking.
Use Keisei Line and Keisei-Sakura Station if you are coming from Tokyo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Sakura (14 min.)
yes554http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jigokudani_monkey_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL034.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL034.flv.jpgJigokudani Monkey ParkJigokudani Monkey Park (地獄谷野猿公苑) is where you can see snow monkeys in Onsen. It is located Jigokudani Onsen in Nagano prefecture. It is the facility for preserving and studying wild Japanese Macaque, a.k.a. Snow Monkey.
Snow Mokeys enjoy Onsen through all seasons.
There are many Onsen which also available to see wild Snow Monkeys in Onsen, but Jigokudani is one of the most certain spot which you can always enjoy them in Onsen. They make Onsen looks so relaxing especially during the winter with heavy snow.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen.
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
Snow Mokeys in this park are wild animal. DONOT give them any foods.
Parking closed in Winter. Park at Uebayashi Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use Naganodentetsu Nagano Line to Yudanaka Station (46 min.)
2. use bus to Uebayashi Onsen.
3. walk (40 min.)
yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suwa_grand_shrine_honmiya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL035.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL035.flv.jpgSuwa Grand Shrine HonmiyaSuwa Grand Shrine Kamisya Honmiya (諏訪大社 上社本宮) is the head of all Suwa Shrines. Suwa Grand Shrine consists of four Shrines which surround Lake Suwa. Kamisya Honmiya is one of them located in south side of Lake Suwa. It is one of the oldest Shrines in Japan which appears in "Kojiki," the Japanese myth. Current shrine was built in 1849. In old time, it was entitled "Myojin Taisya," the highest priority of all Shrines. It was highly respected by Samurai and Shogun as the god of warrior. The oldest building remains in this shrine is the gate which built by Tokugawa Ieyasu in 1608.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station
1. use JR Shinoi Line to Kamisuwa (43 min.)
2. use bus to Suwadaisya Kamisyahonmiya.
yes397http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suwa_grand_shrine_maemiya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL036.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL036.flv.jpgSuwa Grand Shrine MaemiyaSuwa Grand Shrine Kamisya Maemiya (諏訪大社上社前宮) is one of four Shrines of Suwa. It is located south of Kamisya Honmiya. Maemiya literary means pre or farmer shrine. Suwa Shrine was originally located in this place. Therefore, it is the birth place of the faith in Suwa. There is a sacred pure water, called "Suiga," for ritual hand washing. The current shrine is made of used wood of Ise Jingu.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station
1. use JR Shinoi Line to Chino (59 min.)
2. use bus to Suwadaisya Kamisyamaemiya.( 15 min.)
yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suwa_grand_shrine_akimiya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL037.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL037.flv.jpgSuwa Grand Shrine AkimiyaSuwa Grand Shrine Shimosya Akimiya (諏訪大社下社秋宮) is one of four Suwa Grand Shrine located north side of Lake Suwa. It is one of the most important shrines in Japan and many people worship Suwa Grand Shrine. The main shrine was built in 1781 by Tatekawa Tomimune, and Kaguraden was built in 1835 by Tatekawa Tomiaki, the 2nd. They are registered as the historical assets of Japan. Shimo Suwa is also popular for Onsen. Shimosya also has Onsen in the shrine. There is Onsen for ritual hand washing.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use JR Shinoi Line to Shimosuwa (38 min.)
2. walk (20 min.)
yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suwa_grand_shrine_harumiya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL038.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL038.flv.jpgSuwa Grand Shrine HarumiyaSuwa Shrine Shimosya Harumiya (諏訪大社下社春宮) is one of four Suwa Grand Shrines located north side of Lake Suwa. The Torii gate and Stone name plate were made in 1656. Kaguraden was originally made in 1680, and kept fixing hundreds of years. The main shrine was built in 1780 by Shibamiya Nagazaemon. The bridge located at the south of the entrance was built in Muromachi Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use JR Shinoi Line to Shimosuwa (38 min.)
2. walk (20 min.)
yes256http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_samurai_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL027.flv.jpgSakura Samurai StreetSakura Samurai Street (佐倉武家屋敷通り) is the biggest remaining Samurai residence in Kanto. There are 5 remaining Samurai Houses and 3 of them are opened public. All houses in this street have the earthworks and living fence for their defense. This view of Samurai street has not changed since Edo Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission for Samurai Houses: 210 yen, 100 for kids. There is a group discount for over 20 people.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Sakura (14 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes406http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hotta_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL028.flv.jpgHotta HouseHotta House (旧堀田邸) was built in 1890 by the last Daimyo of Sakura, Hotta Masatomo. Hotta clan was the Daimyo of Sakura, and this house one of few remaining Daimyo Houses built in Meiji. The house and some of the buildings are registered as the important hisstorical asset of Japan, and the garden is chosen as the view of Chiba. The garden has all seasonable aspects.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 310 yen, 150 yen for kids. There is a group discount from 20 people.
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Sakura (14 min.)
2. walk north (20 min.)
yes242http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_juntendo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL029.flv.jpgSakura JuntendoThe memorial museum of Sakura Juntendo (佐倉順天堂記念館) is the oldest remaining hospital in Japan. It was built in 1858 as the Dutch school and hospital. There are many books which written in the students, and real surgical tools of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 100 yen, 50 yen for kids. There is a group
discount from 20 people.
Open
There is parking.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Sakura (14 min.)
2. walk (20 min.)
yes347http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL030.flv.jpgSakura CastleSakura Castle (佐倉城) is a hilltop castle located in Sakura, Chiba. Originally, it was built by Kashima Mikitane in Sengoku period. Later, Tokugawa Ieyasu ordered Doi Toshi Katsu to built strong castle to protect Edo from east. He built current scale of Sakura Castle in 1618. In Meiji period, this castle belonged to Japanese army and all of the buildings were abandoned. However, the moats, dry moats, baileys, and earthworks are preserved in great condition. In April, there are beautiful Cherry Blossom in this castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Sakura (14 min.)
2. walk (30 min.)
yes339http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawara_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL031.flv.jpgKawara HouseKawara House (旧河原家住宅) is one of remaining Samurai houses located in Samurai street. It is the oldest houses which built in early 19th century. Kawara House was the house of Samurai with 300 koku which is the high-rank Samurai in Edo period. The house remains in a great condition and offers the life of High-rank Samurai at that time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission for Samurai Houses: 210 yen, 100 for kids. There is a group discount for over 20 people.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Sakura (14 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes414http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gokayama/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY001.flv.jpgGokayamaGokayama (五箇山) is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Japan. It is located southern-west of Toyanoma Prefecture. Gokayama is famous for Gassho style Houses. Gassho Style House is a traditional Japanese house commonly built in the snow country area of Japan. In winter, Gokayama is one of the snow countries which gets the heavy snowfall. Gokayama has many remaining Gassho Style houses since Edo period, and some of them are over 400 years old. Those traditional houses are still in use for house. People still lives those hundreds years old house.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Entire area is chosen as three star spot by Micheline Green Guide Japon.
There are parking and restroom for each Gassho spots.
There are 2 major Gassho residence and a couple of individual Gassho style houses.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takaoka Station.
1. use Local Bus(station 2) to Ainokuraguchi (2 hr.), Kaminashi and Suganuma.
yes574http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanazawa_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL001.flv.jpgKanazawa CastleKanazawa Castle (金沢城) is the main feature of Kanazawa. It was built in 1583 by Maeda Toshiie one of the Sengoku Heros. During Edo period, Kanazawa Castle was the residence of Maeda clan, the lord of Kaga Domain. The great keeps, walls and gates are reconstructed in 2001. Most of the stone walls remain in the original structures, and Ishikawa mon Gate is one of remaining building which built in 1788. There was a university on the castle for long time, but they are moved to other place in 1995 and entire area of the castle was restored as the castle and its garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The admission for Keeps: 300 Yen, 100 for kids.
Park opens from 7:00 to 18:00 (3/1 to 10/15), and 8:00 to 17:00 (10/16 to 2/28,29)
Keep open from 9:00 to 16:30 (last entry 16:00)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station
1. use local bus to Kenrokuenshita.
or walk 20 min.
yes686http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kenrokuen_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL002.flv.jpgKenrokuen GardenKenrokuen Garden (兼六園) is the most famous spot in Kanazawa. It is Japanese style garden which built in 1676 by Maeda Tsunenori, the 5th lord of Kaga domain. It is a strolling-style landscape garden with the characteristics of a typical landscape garden of Edo Period. It was the garden for Daimyo and, in 1874, Kenrokuen Garden was opened to the public. The garden was designated as a National Site of Scenic Beauty in 1922. It is popular for its pine forest and pond. Because Kanazawa gets heavy snow in winter, Yuki-zuri, the snow-protection by hanging branches with bamboo, is popular beauty of this garden in winter.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The admission for Keeps: 300 Yen, 100 for kids. There is a group discount from 30 people.
Park opens from 7:00 to 18:00 (3/1 to 10/15), and 8:00 to 17:00 (10/16 to 2/28,29)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station
1. use local bus to Kenrokuenshita.
or walk 20 min.
yes514http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kotohira_shrine_setsubun_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL155.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL155.flv.jpgKotohira Shrine Setsubun FestivalKotohira Shrine Setsubun Festival (金刀比羅神社節分祭) is one of the Setsubun event happens in Suidobashi Tokyo. The main attraction of this Setsubun event at this shrine is the Sumo wrestlers. Setsubun is also known as Matsuri of throwing soy beans for good luck at February 3. At Kotohira Shrine, Sumo wrestlers from Sadogatake Sumo Stable throw the good luck soy beans to the people. It offers great opportunity to meet Sumo wrestlers.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Events happens from 15:00. First Sumo Wresters attend the ritual reception at Kotohira Shrine. When they finish the reception (around 15:30), the appears at the special platform and start throwing soy beans to audience.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Chuo line to Suidobashi.
2. walk north (4 min.)
yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ainokura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY002.flv.jpgAinokuraAinokura (相倉合掌造り集落) is one of Gassho Style House Residence in Gokayama. It is registered in UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are 20 remaining Gassho Style Houses in Ainokura. Most of them are 100 to 200 years old, and some of them are over 400 years old. There are several Hotels which you can stay at Gassho Style houses. Also, two of Gassho style houses are opened as the local museum.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking: 500 yen.
There is public bathroom at the parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takaoka Station.
1. use Local Bus(station 2) to Ainokura Guchi (2 hr.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes350http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suganuma_gassho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY003.flv.jpgSuganuma Gassho Style HouseSuganuma (菅沼合掌造り集落) is one of Gassho Style House Residence in Gokayama. It is registered in UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has 9 remaining Gassho Houses. It has the light-up in February. There are two museums in Suganuma which display production tools of making gunpowders and local folkcraft.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking: 500 yen.
There is public bathroom at the parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takaoka Station.
1. use Local Bus(station 2) to Suganuma (2 hr.)
2. walk west (3 min.)
yes276http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/murakami_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY004.flv.jpgMurakami HouseMurakami House (村上家) is one of Gassho Style House of Gokayama. It was built in Tensho era (1573 to 1591), and designated as a National Important Cultural Property. It is opened to the public as a folkcraft museum. About 1,000 folkcrafts and tools for making gunpowders are displayed here. When the group tour arrives, they have special demonstration of Traditional song and dance called "Kokiriko-bushi."
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen, 150 for kids.
Closed on Wednesday.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takaoka Station.
1. use Local Bus(station 2) to Kaminashi (2 hr.)
2. walk west (1 min.)
yes431http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagamachi_samurai_residence/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL003.flv.jpgNagamachi Samurai ResidenceNagamachi Samurai Residence (長町武家屋敷跡) is the ruins of Samurai residence of Kaga Domain. Nagamachi was the district where middle to high class of Samurai had their houses. The map of Samurai Houses, roads and canals are exactly the same since Edo Period. The mud walls of this area are reconstructed to create the same sight as it used to be in Edo Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
There are several remaining Samurai houses, such as Nomura House, which are opened for the public.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station.
1. walk south (20 min.)
yes279http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanazawa_ashigaru_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL004.flv.jpgKanazawa Ashigaru MuseumKanazawa Ashigaru Museum (金沢足軽資料館) includes two remaining Ashigaru Houses of Kaga Domain. They were built in Edo Period and used until 1990's. Ashigaru is the lowest class of Samurai which has 10 to 25 koku of rice. These remaining houses represent the life of Ashigaru in Edo Period. Although the Kaga Ashigaru were few in number, they lived in one-door buildings that included a garden. Ashigaru house like this took the form of something like what today is a housing complex. By visiting these Ashigaru houses, you can sense that the Ashigaru obeyed their roles and duties.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Admission: Free.
Open: 9:30 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station.
1. walk south (20 min.)
yes375http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takada_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL005.flv.jpgTakada HouseTakada House (旧加賀藩士高田家跡) is the ruins of Takada family who were the samurai of Kaga Domain. Takada was Samurai with 550 koku which is very high-class of Samurai in Edo period. There is restored gate from a tenement houses and remaining garden of Takada House.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: Free.
Open: 9:30 to 17:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station.
1. walk south (20 min.)
yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokayama_folkcraft_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY005.flv.jpgGokayama Folkcraft MuseumGokayama Folkcraft Museum (五箇山民俗館) is a local folkcraft museum of Gokayama which is the UNESCO World Heritage SIte. It is used the oldest Gassho Style House in Suganuma, and displays 300 items are displayed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission:300 yen, 150 for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 16;00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takaoka Station.
1. use Local Bus(station 2) to Suganuma (2 hr.)
2. walk west (3 min.)
yes199http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tenjin_shopping_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL156.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL156.flv.jpgTenjin Shopping StreetTenjin Shopping Street (天神通り商店街) is located in Chofu, Tokyo. It is a street of "Gegege no Kitaro," one of the most famous Ghost Manga in Japan. There are the cartoon statues of the main characters of the Manga on this street. Also, some of the gift shops sale their special souvenir dedicated to Kitaro.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are 5 statues with 6 characters.
The street leads to Tenjin Shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuchu Station.
1. use Keio Line to Chofu (6 min.)
2. Walk North (5 min.)
yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chofu_summarized/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL157.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL157.flv.jpgChofu SummarizedChofu (調布) is located in the middle of Tokyo, approximately 30 min. from Shinjuku. It is the city with very old temple and shrines. Many of them are over 1,000 years old. Also, it is the city of "Gegege no Kitaro," one of the most famous Ghost Manga in Japan. The famous food in Chofu is Jindaiji Soba. When you visit Jindaiji Temple, you will find many great Soba Restaurants.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Jindaiji Temple has restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuchu Station.
1. use Keio Line to Chofu (6 min.)
yes375http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jindaiji_soba/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL158.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL158.flv.jpgJindaiji SobaJindaiji Soba (深大寺蕎麦参道) is a popular Soba in Tokyo. There are over 20 Soba restaurants around Jindaiji Temple. It's a great spot for all Soba Lovers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom, but no ATM, and Cash Only.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuchu Station.
1. use Keio Line to Chofu (6 min.)
2. use Bus to Jindaiji
yes248http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hikawa_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL036.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL036.flv.jpgHikawa ShrineHikawa Shrine (氷川神社) is one of the oldest shrine in Japan. It was established in 473 B.C.E. The Saitama's former city, "Omiya," was named after this shrine. Hikawa Shrine is one of the major groups of Shrine in Kanto, especially around Arakawa River. Also, it is the major spot in Omiya area. As the primary shrine of Musashi, many people worship this shrine for praying wishes for their happy everyday life.
<b>Visitor's Info</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Many shrine closed its gates at night.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Tobu Noda Line to Kita-Omiya.
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes328http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/omiya_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL037.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL037.flv.jpgOmiya ParkOmiya Park (大宮公園) is located north of Hikawa Shrine. It was used to be a part of Hikawa Shrine, but now it is park with zoo, many sports facilities, Japanese garden, plum forest and a pond. Many people around Omiya visit here for family activities and weekend recreations. Also, it is chosen as one of 100 best Sakura Spot in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking.
The Zoo is free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Tobu Noda Line to Kita-Omiya.
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes295http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/railway_garden_promenade/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL038.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL038.flv.jpgRailway garden PromenadeRailway garden Promenade is locate north of Omiya Station. It is the street reach to the Railway Museum. There are many Japanese train related photo and some monuments of Train.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. It's about 2km long.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. exit west entrance and walk north.
yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bonsai_village/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL039.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL039.flv.jpgBonsai VillageBonsai Village (盆栽町) is located in Omiya. It's a village of Bonsai. There are many Bonsai Gardens and the village itself takes the design and art of Bonsai. You can enjoy traditional Japanese beauty in this village.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
At the Bonsai Garden, keep these manners.
No Photo.
Don't touch anything.
No eating and drinking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Tobu Noda Line to Kita-Omiya (2 min.).
2. walk north (3 min.)
yes487http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toju_en_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL040.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL040.flv.jpgToju-en GardenToju-en Garden (藤樹園) is one of Bonsai Garden in Bonsai Village. It is also Bonsai School which you can learn how to Bonsai. There are hundreds of Bonsai arts displayed in this garden.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
Admission: free
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
At the Bonsai Garden, keep these manners.
No Photo.
Don't touch anything.
No eating and drinking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Tobu Noda Line to Kita-Omiya (2 min.).
2. walk north (3 min.)
yes595http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kairakuen_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB025.flv.jpgKairakuen GardenKairakuen Garden (偕楽園) is one of three best Japanese Gardens ( 日本三名園). It is located Mito city, Ibaraki Prefecture. Kairakuen is also one of the most famous Ume, Japanese Plum, spots in Japan. From the end of February to middle of March, Ume flowers blooms and tells the arrival of Spring.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no admission fee expect Kobun House.
There is a parking, restroom and food stands.
During the Ume Festrival around the end of Feb. to the end of March, JR Joban Line stop at Kairakuen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use local bust to Kairakuen.
During Ume Festival, JR Joban Line (only the trains for Mito direction) stop at the entrance of Kairakuen.
yes553http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kodokan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB026.flv.jpgKodokanKodokan (弘道館) is a remaining Samurai School located in Mito, Ibaraki Pref. It was found in 1841 by Tokugawa Nariaki, the lord of Mito Domain. Kodokan served as the Mito clan's school for the feudal domains. The last Shogun Yoshimune stayed here. Kodokan, today, is also popular Ume spot in Kanto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 190 yen for Adult, 100 yen for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (16:30 from 10/01 to 2/19)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. walk north (8 min.)
yes551http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kodonkan_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB027.flv.jpgKodonkan ParkKodonkan Park is (弘道館公園) a park with full of Ume, Japanese Plum. In early spring, hundreds of Ume flowers bloom. Therefore, it is popular Ume spot in Mito area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom, but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. walk north (8 min.)
yes287http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/taura_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL136.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL136.flv.jpgTaura BairinTaura Bairin (田浦梅林) is a park with Japaese plum forest located in Yokosuka. There are 2,700 plum trees and also 75,000 water lily. Around the end of February, both flowers bloom, and many people visit Taura Bairin to enjoy the arrival of Spring.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom, but no parking.
There is no parking anywhere near this park either. So, it's better to visit by train.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Taura.
2. walk south (20 min.)
yes385http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_chanko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT063.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT063.flv.jpgHow to cook Chanko-NabeChanko-Nabe is one of the common Nabe, the Japanese style stew. Chanko is an official food for Sumo Wrestlers. So, originally Chanko-Nabe is the Nabe made by and for Sumo Wrestlers. Because pork and beef are quadrupedal and they are always hands on the ground, which means to lose in Sumo, Chanko uses only Chicken. There is no definition of the ingredients, but Chanko-Nabe is always filled with many foods.
yes678http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hisayoshi_nohara_futon_maker/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA007.flv.jpgHisayoshi Nohara: Futon makerMr. Hisayoshi Nohara (野原久義) is the master of Futon Making. He is the Grand Champion of Futon Making Competition, and certified "Master of Japanese Craftworks" by Health, Labour and Welfare Ministry of Japan. He trained Traditional Bedclothe Making from his father, and now he has over 38 years of experience. His Futon is considered as the best Futon in the world. It's all hand-made and he will produce the one Futon for each costumers.
yes910http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ogose_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL041.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL041.flv.jpgOgose BairinOgose Bairin (越生梅林) is a Japanese Plume forest located in Ogose, Saitama. It is considered as one of the three major Ume, Japanese Plum, Spots in Great Kanto Region. There are about 1,000 Ume Trees in this garden, and they will bloom beautiful flowers from the end of February to middle of March. When Ume blooms, there is Ume Festival which you can enjoy great foods. Many people visit here and enjoy the arrival of Spring with beautiful flowers and its sweet smell.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen.
Opens: 8:30 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. use Tobu Tojo Line to Sakado.
2. use Tobu Ogose Line to Ogose(18 min.).
3. use local bust To Ogosebairiniriguchi (10 min.).
yes489http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akatsuka_pond_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL159.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL159.flv.jpgAkatsuka Pond ParkAkatsuka Pond Park (赤塚溜池公園, akatsuka tameikekouen) is located Itabashi, Tokyo. It is a ruins of Akatsuka Castle. This pond park has beautiful Bairin, Japanese Plum Forest. About 200 Plum trees in this park, and they bloom in early March. There is a festival when Ume blooms.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station.
1. use Tobu Tojo Line to Narimasu.
2. walk north (15 min.)
yes294http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanegi_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL160.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL160.flv.jpgHanegi ParkHanegi Park (羽根木公園) has beautiful Bairin, Japanese Plum Forest. Its Bairin has about 700 plum trees which bloom in early March. Every year, the people in congress of Setagaya plant Plum Trees since 1967. Today, it is popular Plum spot in Setagaya.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
There is a Ume festival when plum flowers bloom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuchu Station.
1. use Keio Line to Meidaimae.
2. use Keio Inokashira Line to Higashimatsubara.
3. walk south (10 min.)
yes340http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_dashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT064.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT064.flv.jpgHow to cook DashiDashi is the most important flavor for Japanese Food. Most of Japanese foods are based on Dashi, the base soup. Here is the lecture of how to make Dashi from Katsuobushi (Dry Bonito) and Konbu (Dry Kelp).
yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okayama_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK001.flv.jpgOkayama SummarizedOkayama (岡山) is a capital of Okayama located in western Okayama Pref. It is a also known as the birth place of Momotaro. There are many Momotaro related spots. Also, Kibi-Dango which is the sweets carried by Momotaro are popular food in Okayama. Also, Okayama Castle and Korakuen are other main feature of Okayama. Especially, Korakuen is chosen as the three best beautiful Japanese Gardens.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Most of Momotaro Spots are around Kibitsu Line.
yes376http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okayama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK002.flv.jpgOkayama CastleOkayama Castle (岡山城) was built in 1597 by Ukita Hideie, the lord of Bizen Domain. Its Tenshu-kaku and adjacent watch towers are designated National Treasures, as they fully show the sprits of the Azuchi-Momoyama Period with their beauty and grandeur. Okayama Castle is also known as "Ujo" (Crow Castle), stemming from the black exterior of the Tenshu-Kaku. This is due to the dark weather boars covering the castle's outer walls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 120 yen for kids. There is
group discount.
There is a parking.
Open: 9:00 to 17:30 (last entry 17:00)
Closed on New Year's days.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use on-street train to Shiroshita (5 min.)
2. walk east (5 min.)
yes326http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bitchu_matsuyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK003.flv.jpgBitchu Matsuyama CastleBitchu Matsuyama Castle (備中松山城) is one of 12 existed remaining castle since Sengoku Period. It is a only remaining mountain castle located in Takahashi, Okayama Pref. Because it is located on the highest place in Japan, Matsuyama castle is chosen as one of three major mountain castles. Current Tenshu-kaku exist since 1,600.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 9:00 to 17:30 (Apr. to Sep.), 9:00 to 16:30 (Oct. to Mar.)
Closed: 12/28 to 1/4
Admission: 300 yen for adult. 150 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station
1. use JR Sanyo(Hakubi) Line to Bitchu Takahashi (54 min.)
2. walk north (1 hr.)
yes591http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurashiki_histrical_district/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK004.flv.jpgKurashiki Historical DistrictKurashiki Historical District of Beautiful Scenery (倉敷美観地区, kurashiki bikanchiku) is a Edo Style town located western Okayama Prefecture. There are many traditional houses which remains since Edo Period. Kurasiki was governed by Tokugawa directly. The scenery around Kurashiki river still remains the original site since Edo period. Today, it is one of the most famous tourist spots in Okayama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can get a map at visitors center.
There are hundreds of gift shops, restaurants and food stands. Also, there many museum in Kurashiki.
Boat riding is 300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Kurashiki.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes477http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurashiki_river_boat_riding/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK005.flv.jpgKurashiki River Boat RidingKurashiki River Boat Riding (倉敷川・川舟) is one of the main attraction in Kurashiki. It is 20 min boat trip which you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Kurashiki Historical District. The captain of the boat will also introduce all of the history and featured spot along the river.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen.
Takes 20 min.
Buy ticket at Kurashiki visitors center which located on the other side of pier.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Kurashiki.
2. walk south (15 min.)
yes250http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kibitsuhiko_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK006.flv.jpgKibitsuhiko ShrineKibitsuhiko Shrine (吉備津彦神社) is the primary shrine of Bizen and one of oldest shrine in Japan. It enshrines Kibitsuhiko no Mikoto. Kibitsuhiko was the royal prince and the general of Sanyo-do region. He conquered Sanyo-do region and peacefully ruled those lands. He became the legendary hero and enshrined as the god. Kibitsuhiko Shrine was established at his house.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Kibitsuhiko no Mikoto is the motif of the famous fairy tale "Momotaro."
At the Reitaisai (Matsuri of the shrine) in October, there is "Yabusame" demonstration.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station
1. use JR Kibitsu Line to Bizen Ichinomiya (12 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)
yes371http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kibitsu_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK007.flv.jpgKibitsu ShrineKibitsu Shrine (吉備津神社) is located in Okayama. It is one of major Shrine in Sanyo-do area. It enshrines Kibitsuhiko no Mikoto who is the general of Sanyo-do. He conquered and ruled this land of Kibi. He was highly respected as the founder of Kibi, and enshrined as the guardian of this area. The main shrine was built in 1425, and designated as the national treasure of Japan. The legend of Momotaro was born in this shrine.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Kibitsu Line to Kibitsu (20 min.)
2. walk south.
yes337http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kino_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK008.flv.jpgKino CastleKino Castle (鬼ノ城, kinojo) is an ancient mountain castle located in Okayama. It is also known as the model of Onigashima of Momotaro. Kino Castle is located on the top of Mt. Kinojo which is about 400m high. The entire top of mountain was surrounded with a great walls which is about 2.8km long. It was probably built in 7th century and considered as the castle of Ura clan which defeated by Kibitsuhiko no Mikoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no public transportation. There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR kibitsu Line to Hattori.
2. walk norht 1 hr. 20 min.
yes431http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bitchu_takamatsu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK009.flv.jpgBitchu Takamatsu CastleBitchu Takamatsu Castle (備中高松城) is where the Hideyoshi's "Mizuzeme" (the water siege) happened. It is a ruin of flatland castle located western Okayama prefecture. This castle was surrounded by a huge bog which made this castle as one of the strong castle in Sengoku period. The battle of Takamatsu castle is very famous not only because of its unique strategy, but also this battle coursed the death of Oda Nobunaga and the beginning of Hideyoshi's unifying Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Kibitsu Line to Bitchu Takamatsu. (18 min.)
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes257http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okayama_castle_night/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK010.flv.jpgOkayama Castle at nightOkayama Castle (岡山城) has a beautiful light-up at night. It's starts at the sunset till mid night. From the other side of Asahikawa River, you can see beautiful reflection of the castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can't enter Honmaru at night.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use on-street train to Shiroshita (5 min.)
2. walk east (5 min.)
yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/siege_of_takamatsu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK018.flv.jpgThe siege of Takamatsu CastleThe siege of Takamatsu Castle (備中高松城の攻防) is one of the most unique battles in Sengoku period. It has happen in 1582 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Shimizu Muneharu. The battle is very famous for Hideyoshi's "Mizuzeme," the siege with water. In only 12 days, Hideyoshi built a mighty bank os some 4km in length in order to divert the rain swollen waters of the Ashimori River, thus flooding the environs of the castle and forcing Muneharu into isolation.
<b>Tourist Spots</b>
Hideyoshi's headquarter is located on mountain. There is a entrance to reach the spot near Kawazugabana Chikuteiato.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Castle.
1. use JR Kibitsu line to Bitchu Takamatsu (18 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes495http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukiya_furusato_village/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK011.flv.jpgFukiya Furusato VillageFukiya Furusato Village (吹屋ふるさと村) is located middle north-west of Okayama Prefecture. Fukiya is Edo Style town with many traditional houses which remain since Edo period. It is also known as the town of "Bengara." Bengara is colcothar ink made from oxidized iron which commonly produced in this area during Edo period. It was chosen as top 8 of the best walking spots. The main street is designated as the national historical and cultural important preserved district.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a map you can get at the visitor's center. There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Hakubi Line to Bitchu Takahashi.
2. use bus to Fukiya Furusatomura.
Better to visit by a car.
yes565http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukiya_nakamachi_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK012.flv.jpgFukiya Nakamachi StreetFukiya Nakamachi Street (吹屋中町通) is the best 8 walking spots in Japan. There are many traditional houses with Bengara arts in this street. The entire area is designated as the national historical and cultural preserved district because of those traditional Edo style houses.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Hakubi Line to Bitchu Takahashi.
2. use bus to Fukiya Furusatomura.
Better to visit by a car.
yes185http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hirokane_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK013.flv.jpgHirokane HouseHirokane House (広兼邸) is one of remaining Edo Style houses in Fukiya. It was built in the end of Edo period. Hirokane Motoharu, the 2nd owner of Bengara factory, spend a tremendous amount of his family fortune to built giant house and his private Stone walls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Hakubi Line to Bitchu Takahashi.
2. use bus to Fukiya Furusatomura.
3. use a taxi.
Better to visit by a car.
yes253http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katayama_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK014.flv.jpgKatayama HouseKatayama House (旧片山家住宅) is one of remaining Edo style houses in Fukiya. It is designated as the national important property. This house is over 200 years old. Katayama family was one of the Bengara Produce. They produced Bengara for over 200 years, and they built this house with the money they made. Today, it opens for public.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen (available for both Folk Museum)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Hakubi Line to Bitchu Takahashi.
2. use bus to Fukiya Furusatomura.
Better to visit by a car.
yes398http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukiya_folk_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK015.flv.jpgFukiya Folk MuseumFukiya Folk Museum (吹屋郷土館) is one of remaining Edo style houses in Fukiya. It was built in 1874 by Shrine Carpenter, Shimada Tsunekichi. Therefore is no nail used in this house. It was 2nd house of Katayama Family. Because Katayama was one of the richest Bengara Producer, he used the finest materials and art at that time. It's open public today.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Hakubi Line to Bitchu Takahashi.
2. use bus to Fukiya Furusatomura.
Better to visit by a car.
yes330http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bengara_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK016.flv.jpgBengara MuseumBengara Museum (ベンガラ館) is restored plantation of Bengara Factory. This factory was used until 1974 by Tamura family. Bengara production was started in 1707. This Bengara Museum shows the process of making Bengara from oxidized iron.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Hakubi Line to Bitchu Takahashi.
2. use bus to Fukiya Furusatomura.
3. use a taxi.
Better to visit by a car.
yes277http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sasaune_copper_mining/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK017.flv.jpgSasaune Copper MiningSasaune Copper Mining (吉岡銅山笹畝坑道) was found in 807. Many Sengoku Daimyo, the feudal lords fought for the right and interest of this mining. In Edoperiod, it was directly owned by Tokugawa Government.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Hakubi Line to Bitchu Takahashi.
2. use bus to Fukiya Furusatomura.
3. use a taxi.
Better to visit by a car.
yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagahama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG013.flv.jpgNagahama CastleNagahama Castle (長浜城) is located east side of Lake Biwa. It was built Toyotomi Hideyoshi in 1573. This castle was the first land for Hideyoshi given by Nobunaga. He spend three to four years to built this castle. Castle used lots of stone walls, and there is a port so that ships could enter this castle directly. There is a reconstructed castle which built in 1983.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission for Tenshukaku: 400 yen, 200 for kids. There is a group discount.
Opens: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maibara Station.
1. use JR Hokuriku Line to Nagahama (6 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)
yes261http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ogaki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF028.flv.jpgOgaki CastleOgaki Castle (大垣城) is a flatland castle located in Ogaki, Gifu Pref. It was built in 1500 by Takegoshi clan. In 1596, Ito Morikage became the lord of this castle and built Tenshukaku. It was one of the scenes of the battle of Sekigahara. The current Tenshukaku was reconstructed in 1959, and it is one of major stop in Ogaki, today.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Admission for Tenshukaku: 100 yen.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Close on: Tuesday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station
1. Use JR Tokaido to Ogaki (11 min.)
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes266http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yotsuya_hattori_hanzo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL161.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL161.flv.jpgYotsuya and Hattori HanzoYotsuya (四ッ谷) is located west side of Shinjuku. Koshu Road which goes from the imperial palace which was Edo Castle to Kofu runs middle Yotsuya. There are many Hattori Hanzo related spot around this road.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Hanzomon Gate is not opened for public.
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Yotsuya
yes343http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sainenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL162.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL162.flv.jpgSainenji TempleSainenji Temple (西念寺) is Jodo Buddhism temple located in Yotsuya. It was originally established by Hattori Hanzo Masanari, known as the head of Iga Ninja, in 1590 for Okazaki Saburo Nobuyasu, the first son of Tokugawa Ieyasu. There are grave of Hattori Hanzo and Nobuyasu which built by Hanzo. Also, there is a spear of Hanzo in this temple.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
Never visit too early in the morning and after sunset. The spear is available to see only when there is no buddhist ceremony and the priest of the temple is not busy. Ask him first to see it.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. Use JR Chuo Line to Yotsuya.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes240http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kansenen_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL163.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL163.flv.jpgKansenen GardenKansenen Garden (甘泉園) is a Japanese style Garden located in Waseda, Tokyo. It was used to be a garden of Daimyo Shimizu. Because the spring of this garden still existed in Edo period, It was called Kansenen. "Kansenen" literary means "Sweet Spring Garden." Today, the spring disappeared, but the garden is opened for public.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open from 9:00 to 17:00
There is a restroom, but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Yamanote line to Takadanobaba
2. walk east (20 min.)
yes304http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_ochazuke/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT065.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT065.flv.jpgHow to cook OchazukeOchazuke (お茶漬け) is a green-tea-poured rice bowl with ingredients. It is very popular food for a bottle-ache or the last food commonly eaten at Izakaya. There are many kinds of Ochazuke. Sake-Chazuke made from salmon, Ume-Chazuke made from Japanese plum, and Tarako-Chazuke made from cod roe are most popular Ochazuke.
yes526http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ueno_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL164.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL164.flv.jpgUeno SummarizedUeno (上野) is one of the most popular tourist spot in Tokyo. It is located north side of Tokyo Station. Ameyoko which is located right next to the Ueno Station is a very interesting shopping district. Ueno park has lots of great museums, zoo and other attractions. Also, it is the most famous Hanami spot in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Main spots in Ueno.
Ameyoko, Ueno Park, Ueno Zoo, Tokyo Art Museum, Tokyo
National Museum and Tokyo Science Museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. walk west (1 min.)
yes226http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ningyou_cho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL165.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL165.flv.jpgNingyou-ChoNingyou-Cho (人形町) is Tokyo Gourmet Spots, especially traditional Japanese sweets, located east side of Tokyo Station. There are many traditional sweet shops in this town, especially Ningyoyaki. Ningyoyaki is a doll-shaped pancake. Also, there are many established shops, too. Amazake Street is a popular spot in Ningyocho.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can get a map of Ningyocho at everywhere in this area.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. walk to Otemachi Station.
2. use Tozai Line to Kayabacho (3 min.)
3. use Hibiya Line to Ningyocho (3 min.)
yes256http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shobu_shichifukujin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL166.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL166.flv.jpgShobu ShichifukujinShobu Shichifukujin (菖蒲七福神) are big stone statues of Seven lucky Gods. located Horikiri. They are located in Horikiri, Katsushika, Tokyo. The statues are about 3m high. Because all gods are here, it is very convenient to visit all of them. It is another main feature of Horikiri besides Horikiri Iris Garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
They are located in Tenso Shrine, but you can see them from the street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Nippori (5 min.)
2. use Keisei Line to Horikiri Shobuen (10 min.)
yes181http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_rikugien/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA022.flv.jpgHanami at RikugienShidare-Zakura, the weeping cherry, at Rikugien is one of the most famous Sakura Trees in Tokyo. In early April, it blooms beautiful flowers. Many people enjoy at Rikugien for the arrival of Spring. At night, it has a beautiful light-up Sakura, Yozakura when it blooms.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Addmission: 300 yen for adults, 150 yen for kids.
Opens: 9:00 to 17:00, but for the light-up season, they open until 21:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station
1. use JR Yamanote line to Komagome (6 min.)
2. walk south (3 min.)
yes278http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_mitsuzawa_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA023.flv.jpgHanami at Mitsuzawa ParkMItsuzawa Park (三ツ沢公園) is one of the popular Hanami spots in Yokohama. There are about 1,400 Sakura in this park. When Sakura bloom in early April, many people have Hanami party at this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use Blue Line to Mitsuzawa Kamicho (5 min.)
2. walk south (15 min.)
yes318http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_tarako_pasta/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT066.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT066.flv.jpgHow to cook Tarako SpaghettiTarako Spaghetti or most Japanese call it Tarako-Spa is one of typical Japanese Spaghetti. Tarako is Cod roe. It uses Dashi for base soup. So, its taste is so Japanese.
yes276http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_araiyakushi_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA024.flv.jpgHanami at Araiyakushi ParkAraiyakushi Park (新井薬師公園) has 24 Sakura (Someiyoshino). It has great light-up Sakura at Arai Yakushi Temple. There is a Sakura festival when Sakura bloom in early April. Many people around this area have their Hanami party here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but here is a restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use Seibu Shinjuku Line to Araiyakushimae
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes148http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_nakano_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA025.flv.jpgHanami at Nakano StreetNakano Street (中野通り) is a great Sakura Avenue which bloom in early April. Within the 2km long of this stree, there are about 300 Sakura. At night, there is a light-up for Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Yo-Zakura happens from the end of March to early April. No Hanami party allowed.
yes162http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinyokohama_ekimae_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA026.flv.jpgShinyokohama Ekimae ParkShinyokohama Ekimae Park (新横浜駅前公園) is a riverside park with many beautiful Sakura. It is located on the riverside of Toriyama River. The park is about 1.5km long, and filled with many kinds of Sakura. There are many Yokohama Red Sakura, which is the special kind of Sakura and bloom beautiful red flowers, in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
You can have Hanami party.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Shinyokohama (10 min.)
2. walk north west (5 min.)
yes348http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/peaceful_forest_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL167.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL167.flv.jpgThe park of Peaceful forestThe park of Peaceful forest (平和の森公園, heiwanomorikouen) is one of nice park in Nakano. It has huge play ground with exercise-facilities and base ball field. It is a great place fore weekend family activities.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There is a restroom.
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. Shinjuku Station.
1. use Seibu Shinjuku Line to Numabukuro.
2. walk south (4 min.)
yes164http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_toyama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA021.flv.jpgHanami at Toyama ParkToyama Park (戸山公園) is a large park located right next to Waseda University. It was used to be the Daimyo House of Owari Tokugawa. Today, it is a nice park with many spots facilities and play ground for kids. Also, there are many Sakura in this park. In early April, many people have Hanami party at this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but there is restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuk Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Takadano Baba (4 min.)
2. walk east (20 min.)
yes378http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koishikawa_korakuen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA027.flv.jpgKoishikawa KorakuenKoishikawa Korakuen (小石川後楽園) is a Japanese Garden located in Tokyo. It is one of popular Sakura Spots. There are 7 beautiful Shidare-Zakura (Weeping Cherry Blossoms) which represent the great harmony and peace with Japanese gardens. Also, there are many other Sakura which tell the arrival of the Spring. Beautiful Sakura and Japanese garden are always match up perfectly.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 300 yen.
Open: 9:00 to 18:00 (during Sakura Season)
No Hanami Party.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Suidobashi
2. walk north west (10 min.)
yes328http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sotobori_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA028.flv.jpgSotobori ParkSotobori Park (外濠公園) is a park which located beside of the ruins of the outer moat of Edo Castle. It goes about 2km along the moat. There are many Sakura in this park. Therefore, Sotobori Park is a popular Hanami spot in Tokyo, especially for young students because Hosei University.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
When you have Hanami Party, don't located at in front of Tokyo Teishin Hospital. Take your garbage with you after the party.
There are restrooms, but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ichigaya (5 min.)
2. walk (1 min.)
yes318http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_at_omiya_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA029.flv.jpgHanami at Omiya parkOmiya Park (大宮公園) is one of 100 best Sakura Spots. It is located in Omiya, Saitama. There are about 1,200 Sakura in Omiya Park, and they bloom in early April. Many people around this area visit here and enjoy their Hanami Party. It has also the light-up Sakura at night. During the Sakura season, there are many food stands for Hanami Party.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up and food stands appears when Sakura Bloom (from the end of March to the beginning of April).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Tobu Noda Line to Omiyakoen (5 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes380http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/moto_ara_river_bank/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA030.flv.jpgThe Bank of Moto Ara RiverThe Bank of Moto Ara River (元荒川堤, motoarakawatsutsumi) is one of Hanami spots in Saitama. There are about 350 Sakura along the riverside of Ara River. The Sakura goes about 2km long. There are the light-up at night for Yozakura. Many people around this area have their Hanami party from the end of March to the beginning of April.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
When Sakura bloom, there is Sakura Festival which will have many food stands for Hanami party.
No parking. During the Hanami season, there are temporary restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station
1. use Tobu Noda LIne to Kasukabe (21 min.)
2. use Tobu Isezaki Line to Kitakoshigaya (15 min.)
yes237http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_at_shimizu_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA031.flv.jpgHanami at Shimizu ParkShimizu Park (清水公園) is one of 100 best Sakura spots. It is located in Noda, Chiba prefecture. There are about 2,000 Sakura in This park. From the end of March to the beginning of April, all Sakura bloom and people around this place have Hanami party at this park. During the Sakura Season, there is Sakura Festival and beautiful light-up Sakura at Night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Funabashi (14 min.)
2. use Tobu Noda Line to Shimizu Park (1 hr.)
yes333http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/honmoku_summit_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA032.flv.jpgHonmoku Summit ParkHonmoku Summit Park (本牧山頂公園, honmokusanchokoen) is Sakura spot located in Yokohama. The original Yokohama Red Sakura (横浜緋桜) is planted in this park. Yokohama Red Sakura bloom beautiful pink flowers. At one of the hills in this park, there are many those Sakura, and people have their Hanami party under Sakura. Yokohama Red Sakura bloom the end of March. They bloom little earlier than Somei-Yoshino which is commonly seen everywhere in Japan. There are several hills with Sakura for Hanami party in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Negishi Line to Yamate (6 min.)
2. walk south-east (30 min.)
yes313http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_at_negishi_shinrin_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA033.flv.jpgHanami at Negishi Shinrin ParkNegishi Forest Park (根岸深林公園, negishi shinrinkoen) is Sakura spot in Yokohama. There are 340 Sakura in this park, and many people enjoy their Hanami party in early April. It is also popular for its Plum Flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama
1. use JR Negishi Line to Negishi Station.
2. walk north (15 min.)
yes345http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_at_sankeien_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA034.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA034.flv.jpgHanami at Sankeien GardenSankeien Garden (三溪園) is one of the best Japanese Garden in Kanto. There are about 300 Sakura in Sankeien. Sankeien offers a great view of Harmony created from traditional Japanese buildings, a great landscape of Japanese style garden and awesome Sakura Flowers. Many people visit Sankeien to enjoy Sakura and the arrival of Spring. At night, Sakrua will be lighten up for Yo-Zakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen for adults, 200 yen for kids and 300 yen for seniors.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
No Hanami party, but you can bring your food and drink.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use City bus to Sankeien (35 min.)
yes280http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/wadahori_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA035.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA035.flv.jpgWadahori ParkWadahori Park (和田堀公園) is a large scale park located in Suginami, Tokyo. It is also popular Hanami spot around this area. In early April, Sakura bloom and many people visit here to enjoy Hanami Party.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kichijoji Station.
1. use Keio Inokashira Line to Nishieifukucho.
2. walk north (15 min.)
yes323http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zenpukuji_river_green_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA036.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA036.flv.jpgZenpukuji River Green ParkZenpukuji River Green Park (善福寺川緑地, zenpukujigawaryokuchi) is one of popular Hanami Spots in Tokyo. Between Kamidoori Bridge and Ozaki Bridge which is about 1.5km long, there are about 400 Sakura in this place, and many people enjoy their Hanami Party.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is several food stands open during the Sakura season.
No parking.
There are restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kichijoji Station.
1. use Kanto bus to Zenpukujigawaryokuchi.
yes389http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arkhills_sakura_slope/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA037.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA037.flv.jpgArkhills Sakura SlopeArkhills Sakura Slope (アークヒルズ桜坂) is located in Roppongi. It has great Sakura Avenue which has about 150 Sakura. At night, there is beautiful light-up Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No Hanami party, no parking and no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station.
1. use Nanboku Line to Tameike Sanno (10 min.)
2. walk south (1 min.)
yes300http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arkhills_spain_slope/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA038.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA038.flv.jpgArkhills Spain SlopeArkhills Spain Slope (アークヒルズスペイン坂) is a street leading to Spanish Embassy. It is also famous for its Sakura Avenue. In early April, there are beautiful Sakura Flowers which make the tunnel of Sakura. Also, at night, it offers nice light-up Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No Hanami party, no parking and no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station.
1. use Nanboku Line to Roppongi icchome (10 min.)
2. walk south (1 min.)
yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamato_thousand_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA039.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA039.flv.jpgYamato Thousand Sakura Yamato Thousand Sakura (大和千本桜, yamatosenbonzakura) is a Sakura Avenue along the riverside of Hikiji River. There are about 700 Sakura which bloom in early April. Many people visit here and enjoy the arrival of Spring.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fujisawa Station
1. use Odakyu Enoshima Line to Koza-Shibuya
2. walk west (15 min.)
yes410http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/furukawa_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL168.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL168.flv.jpgFurukawa Garden Furukawa Garden (旧古河庭園) is a combination garden of Western style and Japanese style. Japanese garden was designed by Ogawa Harube. British House and garden was designed by Josiah Conder. This garden has a great harmony of Western art and Japanese art. It is also very famous for its rose garden. In the middle of May, it bloom beautiful flowers. Sakura and Koyo are also very beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 150 yen, kids free, 70 yen for seniors. There is a group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
It open for free in May 4 and October 1.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Oji Station.
1. use JR Keihin Tohoku Line to Kaminakazato
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes384http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_okayama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA040.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA040.flv.jpgHanami at Okayama Castle Ujo parkUjo park in Okayama Castle(岡山城) is one of popular Sakura spots in Okayama. There are about 200 Sakura in this park. In early April, Sakura bloom and you can enjoy Sakura and Castle. Japanese Castle looks beautiful especially with Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can have hanami party.
<b>Access</b>
0. At Okayama Station.
1. Use local Bus to Kenchomae
2. Walk (5 min.)
yes216http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asahi_river_sakura_road/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA041.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA041.flv.jpgAsahi River Sakura RoadAsahi River Sakura Road (旭川さくらの道) is one of the popular Hanami Spots in Okayama. It is located on the riverside of Asahi River. Around the Okayama Castle, there are about 300 Sakura. In early April, Sakura bloom and many people have their Hanami Party here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is Sakura Festival, and light-up Sakura.
During the Sakura season, many food stands open.
<b>Access</b>
0. At Okayama Station.
1. Use local bus to Korakuen.
2. Walk (5 min.)
yes253http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_kuzukiri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT067.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT067.flv.jpgHow to cook KuzukiriKuzukiri is one of popular Japanese Sweets in summer.
It made from Kuzu Powder (a starch powder made from Kuzu).
and Sugar. Because it served with ice water, people love to eat this in summer.
yes218http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasumi_ga_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK005.flv.jpgKasumi ga CastleKasumi ga Castle (霞ヶ城), aka Nihonmatsu Castle (二本松 城) is the ruins of hilltop castle located in Nihonmatu, Fukushima prefecture. It is one of the spots of Boshin War and the battle of Aizu. Today, it is popular Sakura spots in Fukushima prefecture. It is chosen as both 100 best castles and 100 best Sakura spots. In the end of April, over 4,500 Sakura bloom and tell the arrival of Spring.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Cation: Tenshu, the top of mountain, are not allowed to
enter now. Because of the earthquake happened in March 11, 2011. Stones are not steady and they are very dangerous.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koriyama Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Nihonmatsu (22 min.)
2. use local bus to Kasumigajo
yes519http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aizu_wakamatsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK006.flv.jpgAizu-WakamatsuAizu-Wakamatsu (会津若松) is one of the most famous tourist area in Tohoku Region. It is located western Fukushima Prefecture. There are many Samurai related spots and attractions, such as a castle, samurai residence, samurai school and lots of museum of Aizu samurai, Shinsengumi and Byakko-tai. Because Aizu was one of the battle field of Boshin War at the Meiji Restoration, there are many historical ruins. Because of that, Aizu has several Shinsengumi spots, such as the grave of Saito Hajime, the 3rd unit commander of Shinsengumi. He fought with Aizu samurai against the new government in 1868.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It covers large area. Better to have a car to travel all
the interesting spots in Aizu.
yes345http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsuruga_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK007.flv.jpgTsuruga CastleTsuruga Castle(鶴ヶ城), aka Wakamatsu Castle (若松城), is the main feature of Aizu-Wakamatsu. It is one of the 100 best Japanese castle and also known as Sakura spots. It was the one of the main place of the battle of Aizu in Boshin War. Therefore, historically it is very important castle. Many fans of Meiji Restoration and Shinsengumi, visit this castle. Recently, Kawara, the roof, were replaced in original red color, therefore, outlooks are almost the same as used to be during the end of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. Park opens 24 ours and there is a light-up for the castle at night.
Admission for Tenshukaku: 500 yen for adult. 150 yen for kids.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use local bus to Tsurugajo
yes501http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nisshinkan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK008.flv.jpgNisshinkanNisshinkan (日新館) is Samurai School of Aizu Domain built in late Edo period. It was established in 1803 by Matsudaira Katanobu. This Nisshinkan is reconstructed and displays the all the classroom and lectures which samurai of Aizu studied for their combat skills and literatures. Members of Byakko-tai also studied at Nisshinkan. It is one of major tourist spot in Aizu-Wakamatsu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 600 yen for adult, 500 yen for high and jr. high students. 450 yen for kids.
There is group discount and handicap person.
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
Note: the touring course is different between summer time and winter time. Video shows winter touring.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizu-Wakamatsu Station.
1. use JR Ban-etsu west line to Hirota.
2. walk north (30 min.) or take taxi.
yes363http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aizu_bukeyashiki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK009.flv.jpgAizu BukeyashikiAizu Bukeyashiki (会津武家屋敷) is Samurai Houses located in Aizu-Wakamatsu. Bukeyashiki is one of the main tourist attraction in Aizu. It has the house of Karo, the principal Retainer, of Aizu domain. The complete house of Karo exist very few in Japan. It offers the life style of the high class Samurai during the Edo period. There is also remaining Jinya, the government Office of Tokugawa, and the traditional tea house. It offers also, experiencing traditional hand craft-works, museum, restaurant and gift shops.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Admission: 850 yen for adult, 550 for high and jr. high, 450 yen for kids. There is a group discount from 25.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00 (Apr. to Nov.) 9:00 to 16:30 (Dec. to Mar.)
Note: the touring course is different between summer time and winter time. Video shows winter touring.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station
1. use local bus to Aizubukeyashiki (15 min.)
yes449http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/byakko_tai_graves/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK010.flv.jpgThe graves of Byakko-taiThe graves of Byakko-tai (白虎隊の墓) is one of the most visited spots in Aizu-Wakamatsu. It is located in the middle of Mt. Iinuma. Byakko-tai is Samurai unit consisted of 16 to 17 years old in Boshin War in 1868. The story of Byakko-Tai is one of the biggest tragedy happened in that War. Today, there are about 2 million visitors in this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
There is a payed escalator.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizu-Wakamatsu Castle
1. use local bus to Iinumayamashita
2. walk (5 min.)
yes175http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_wakamatsu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA042.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA042.flv.jpgHanami at Wakamatsu CastleTsuruga Castle(鶴ヶ城), aka Wakamatsu Castle (若松城), is one of the best Sakura spots in Aizu-Wakamatsu. It is chosen as one of 100 best Sakura spots. There are about 1,000 Sakura in this castle, and people in Aizu enjoy the arrival of Spring in the end of April. At night there is a light-up for Sakura and the castle at the same time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. You can have Hanami party, but no food stands.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use local bus to Tsurugajo
yes392http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/higashiyama_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK011.flv.jpgHigashiyama OnsenHigashiyama Onsen (東山温泉) is Onsen with many waterfalls located in Aizu-Wakamatsu. There is Onsen spring which Hijikata Toshizo, the vice commander of Shinsengumi, uses for his medical treatment during Boshin War. There are many Onsen Hotels, and there is public foot Onsen. It is also famous for its local Sake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. There is a shooting range, the popular Onsen entertainment.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use local bus to Higashiyama Onsen.
yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyakuen_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK012.flv.jpgOyakuen GardenOyakuen Garden (御薬園) is Japanese Style Garden in Aizu-Wakamatsu. Originally, it was founded by Ashina Morihisa in Muromachi period. He found the sacred spring here and built a garden. When Matsudaira clan moved to Aizu, they rebuilt a garden. Current design of Oyakuen was built in 1696. Today, it is popular flower spots in Aizu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 310 yen for adult, 260 yen for high school, 150 for under high school. There is a group discount from 30 people.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use local bus to Oyakuenmae.
yes261http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yonezawa_chitose_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA043.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA043.flv.jpgYonezawa Chitose SakuraYonezawa Chitose Sakura (米沢の千歳桜) is over 700 years old Benihigan Zakura located western Aizu-Wakamatsu. It is 14m tall and about 20m wide. It bloom in the middle of April, and many people visit here to enjoy this beautiful old Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but there is parking space. No restroom, no hanami party.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use Tadami Line to Negishi.
2. walk south west (30 min.)
yes168http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gamoh_ujisato_grave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK013.flv.jpgThe grave of Gamoh UjisatoThe grave of Gamoh Ujisato (蒲生氏郷の墓)is located in Kotokuji Temple in Aizu-Wakamatsu. Gamoh was one of Christian Daimyo during Sengoku Period. He is one of the founders of Aizu-Wakamatsu. He name this area Wakamatsu after his homeland. Tsuruga Castle was also built by him, and he named Tsuruga after his name of boyhood.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
at the back side of the temple, there is a gate for his grave.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use local bus to Jinmeidoori minami
2. walk west (5 min.)
yes96http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/night_hanami_tsuruga_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA044.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA044.flv.jpgNight Hanami at Tsuruga CastleTsuruga Castle (鶴ヶ城) has a beautiful light-up Sakura. Withe the light-up castle and deep dark, Sakura become so mysterious and strong. Also, Sakura beautifully reflect on the moat. That is also another feature of light-up Sakura at Castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up finish when light-up of the castle finish. It is seasonable and happens only the season of Sakura.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use local bus to Tsuruga Castle.
2. walk (2 min.)
yes216http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amefuri_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK014.flv.jpgAmefuri FallsAmefuri Falls (雨降りの滝) is one of four great waterfalls of Higashiyama Onsen. It is 10m tall, 16m wide, and there are 36 steps in this falls. Amefuri literary means raining. Because those many small steps look like raining, people name it raining falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use local bus to Higashiyama Onsen.
2. walk south (20min.)
yes126http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fushimi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK015.flv.jpgFushimi FallsFushimi Falls (伏見ヶ滝, fushimigataki) is one of four great waterfalls of Higashiyama Onsen. It is consisted with two waterfalls. Upper falls is called Odaki, and lower falls is called Medaki. Odaki is 5m tall, and Medaki is 6m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but not far from town parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use local bus to Higashiyama Onsen.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes175http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/wakamatsu_castle_night/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK016.flv.jpgWakamatsu Castle at nightWakamatsu Castle (若松城) has a beautiful light-up. The park of the castle opens all the time and after the sunset, you can enjoy the castle at night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up finish at 20:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use local bus to Tsuruga Castle.
2. walk (2 min.)
yes92http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ichijodani/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI001.flv.jpgIchijodaniIchijodani (一乗谷) is a historic site of castle town during the Sengoku period. It is located in Fukui pref. Ichijodani was the capital of the land of Echizen built and ruled by Asakura clan. Because Ichijodani had never been used for a city after the destruction in 1573, this ruins of a mega city had been preserved for over 400 years. There are restored Samurai residence, beautiful traditional gardens and ruins of the house of feudal lord of Echizen. This historic site of Ichijodani presents the real life of Sengoku period since most others remained today are strongly influenced by Edo government.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission to the restored residence: 210 yen. There are group discount from 20.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Closed on: New Years Days.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukui Station
1. use Local bus to Ichijodani Bukeyashiki mae (30 min.)
yes852http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/restored_town_ichijodani/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI002.flv.jpgThe Restored Town of IchijodaniThe Restored Town of Ichijodani (一乗谷復原町並) is the restored Samurai residence located in Fukui pref. Because Ichijodani had never been used for a city after the destruction in 1573, this ruins of a mega city had been preserved for over 400 years. Ichijodani have been restored its Samurai residence on the same location based on the scientific and historical researches. Therefore, it presents the real atmosphere and life of Sengoku Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission to the restored residence: 210 yen. There are group discount from 20.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Closed on: New Years Days.
They have experience wearing Kimono and Yoroi.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukui Station
1. use Local bus to Ichijodani Bukeyashiki mae (30 min.)
yes508http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ichijodani_asakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI003.flv.jpgThe ruins of Ichijodani Asakura ClanThe ruins of Ichijodani Asakura Clan (一乗谷朝倉氏遺跡) is the ruins of the castle town of Asakura Clan and the former capital of Echizen located in Fukui. This historical site is designated as national historic site and special national landscape.
Also, the relics found in this place are registered as the important national properties. Ichijodani is the only site which designated three important categories at once. There are four beautiful uncovered gardens which are still beautiful sceneries today. The ruins of Asakura Yoshikage's house is also another great site in Ichijodani.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukui Station
1. use Local bus to Ichijodani Bukeyashiki mae (30 min.)
yes340http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryusoga_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI004.flv.jpgRyusoga FallsRyusoga Falls (龍双ヶ滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Fukui Pref. It is about 60m tall. It is especially beautiful during the autumn with the red leaves. In summer, the falls is nicely covered with new green leaves, as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and observatory. Observatory is not good condition. So, be careful. The road closed in winter.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit this falls. It is located on the end of Kendo 34.
yes369http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/echizen_ono/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI005.flv.jpgEchizen OnoEchizen Ono (越前大野) is Kyoto Style castle town located eastern Fukui Pref. There are many historical sites and Edo style buildings in Ono. The town is know as "Little Kyoto," and it has over 400 years of historyOno is also famous for its pure water. There are many springs including Oshozu, one of the 100 best water in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is visitor's center near castle and samurai house.
There is a parking which is very convenient to access to all the spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Fukui Station.
1. use JR Etsumihoku Line to Ono (55 min.)
yes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/echizen_ono_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI006.flv.jpgEchizen Ono CastleEchizen Ono Castle (越前大野城) is a hilltop castle located in Ono. It was built by Kanamori Nagachika in 1576. The layout of the castles, stone walls, moat and dirt hills are preserved in the great condition. There is a reconstructed Tenshu-kaku which has great view of Ono field.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission for Tenshu-kaku: 200 yen, free for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Fukui Station.
1. use JR Etsumihoku Line to Ono (55 min.)
2 walk west (15 min.)
yes257http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shichiken_morning_market/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI007.flv.jpgShichiken Morning MarketShichiken Morning Market (七間朝市) is the local morning market which sales fresh local products of Ono every morning. It happen from 7a.m. to around 11 a.m. There are many fresh foods, vegetable, sea products, snacks and other local folk crafts.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The market happens on Shichiken Street. During the market, the road becomes pedestrian free.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Fukui Station.
1. use JR Etsumihoku Line to Ono (55 min.)
2 walk west (5 min.)
yes251http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oshozu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI008.flv.jpgOshozuOshozu (御清水) is one of 100 best water in Japan. It is the main feature of Ono, Fukui Pref. Ono is famous for its pure underground water. There are many springs in this town. Oshozu is the most popular spring in Ono. It has soft taste of water. Many people come here and bring its tasty water for their daily use.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
You can drink this water.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Fukui Station.
1. use JR Etsumihoku Line to Ono (55 min.)
2 walk west (15 min.)
yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukui_teramachi_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI009.flv.jpgTeramachi StreetTeramachi Street (寺町通り) is a temple street in Ono. There are about 20 temples on this street which give tourist the view of Kyoto. The city of Ono was built by Kanamori Nagachika in 1575. He built this city based on the layout of Kyoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Those temples are not tourist attraction. When you visit inside the temple, please keep your voice down and stay in good manners.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Fukui Station.
1. use JR Etsumihoku Line to Ono (55 min.)
2 walk west (15 min.)
yes242http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukui_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI010.flv.jpgFukui CastleFukui Castle (福井城) is the ruins of flatland castle located in Fukui. It was built by Yuki Hideyasu, the 2nd son of Tokugawa Ieyasu. There is the main bailey and its moat and stone walls are still remains in great condition. Hideyasu gathered many great designers and architects to built a great castle for Matsudaira clan. It was used be called Kitanosho Castle, but Hideyasu changed its name to Fukui, because Kita, literary means north, contains the meaning of losing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but you can find coin parking around the castle.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukui Station.
1. walk north (5 min.)
yes224http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukui_uchiyama_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI011.flv.jpgUchiyama HouseUchiyama House (武家屋敷旧内山家) is the remaining Samurai house in Ono. It has beautiful garden and tea house where you can enjoy traditional tea. Uchiyama is one of Karo of Ono Domain. He helped the economic growth of Ono in the middle of 19th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Admission: 200 yen, kids free.
Tea house Open: 1pm to 3pm during April to October on Sat, Sun, and holidays.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Fukui Station.
1. use JR Etsumihoku Line to Ono (55 min.)
2 walk west (10 min.)
yes246http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/grave_asakura_yoshikage/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI012.flv.jpgThe grave of Asakura YoshikageThe grave of Asakura Yoshikage (朝倉義景墓所) is located in Ono, Fukui pref. Asakura Yoshikage is the last lord of Asakura clan and one of the famous Sengoku Daimyo, the feudal lords. He was the enemy of Oda Nobunaga and finally overthrown by Nobunaga. He committed Seppuku at Ono.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Fukui Station.
1. use JR Etsumihoku Line to Ono (55 min.)
2 walk west (15 min.)
yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/maruoka_castle_night/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI013.flv.jpgMaruoka Castle at NightMaruoka Castle (丸岡城) is one of 12 existed remaining castles. It was built in 1576 by Shibata Katsutoyo. It has beautiful light up at night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukui Station.
1. use local bus to Maruokajo (40 min.)
yes66http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hyakkenname/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY006.flv.jpgHyakkennameHyakkenname (百間滑) is a small valley located in Tateyama, Toyama Pref. There is a beautiful slope of river goes about 200m long. Legend said, at evening, when the light of the sunset hit this river, Dragon play with water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tateyama Station.
1. walk south (1hr.)
yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toyama_ryujin_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY007.flv.jpgToyama Ryujin FallsRyujin Falls(龍神の滝) is 40m tall waterfalls located in Tateyama mountains. It is chosen as the 37 best waterfalls in Toyama. At the end of hiking course, this waterfalls exists. So, it is very nice to hiking course in Tateyama area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tateyama Station.
1. walk south (1hr.)
yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashiwaya_ryokan/2016-09-02monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HR001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HR001.flv.jpgKashiwaya RyokanKashiwaya Ryokan (柏屋旅館) is a traditional Japanese style Onsen Hotel located in Shima Onsen. Kashiwaya offers three outside Onsen which you can use them privately. All guest rooms are Tatami rooms which give you the opportunity to stay in true Japanese Style Hotels (restroom are western style). Their plan offers two sets of meals, a breakfast and a dinner. At the dinner, you can enjoy fresh local and seasonable food. You can check in early and check out later so that you can enjoy Onsen for a long time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
<a href="http://pt.afl.rakuten.co.jp/c/0c259f99.9f01a647/?url=http%3a%2f%2ftravel.rakuten.co.jp%2fen%2f" target="_blank">All Japan Area</a></span>
Shima Onsen is one of the most famous Onsen In Japan. It is one of the oldest Onsen town, as well. Shima Onsen Offers beautiful nature and excellent waterfalls. Each season has great aspects, such as green leaves, autumn leaves, and snow.
<b>Access</b>
Approximately 3 hours from Tokyo Station.
There is a direct bus at Tokyo Station, too.
yes515http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shima_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL034.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL034.flv.jpgShima OnsenShima Onsen (四万温泉) is one of Onsen resorts of Gunma prefecture. There are 43 Onsen springs in Shima. One of the unique feature of Onsen water of Shima is that you can drink this Onsen Water. Shima Onsen is surrounded by beautiful mountains with many excellent waterfalls. Onsen Town preserved the look of early Showa taste with classic Onsen Entertainments.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking for each spots.
There are two free Foot Onsen, three free public Onsen, and one open air Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakanojo Station.
1. use local bust to Shima Onsen (40 min.)
or, 3 hours from Tokyo Station by direct bus.
yes474http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/maya_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL035.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL035.flv.jpgMaya FallsMaya Falls (摩耶の滝) is a waterfalls located in Shima Onsen, Gunma Pref. It is about 20m tall, and located in a deep mountain side of Shima Onsen. This waterfalls is also known as much making waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are bells for avoiding wild bears. When you see them, ring them to aware bears that you are there. Bears will escape when they heard that bells. There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakanojo Station.
1. use local bust to Shima Onsen (40 min.)
2. walk north (1 hr.)
yes210http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_okushima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL036.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL036.flv.jpgLake OkushimaLake Okushima (奥四万湖) is an artificial lake located Shima Onsen, Gunma Pref. The lake is made by Shimagawa Dam. Unlike other artificial lakes, the water of Lake Okushima has pure blue water. Not only it has beautiful blue-green color, its transparency is very high. In Summer time, you can enjoy beautiful green leaves, and in Fall, they will be colored with beautiful autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom. You can walk over the Dam. There are many view points. Also, there is a public Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakanojo Station.
1. use local bust to Shima Onsen.
2. walk north (40 min.)
yes284http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/syakunage_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL037.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL037.flv.jpgSyakunage FallsSyakunage Falls (しゃくなげの滝) is one of waterfalls in Shima Onsen. It is located north side of Lake Okushima. It is called Syakunage Falls, because in the end of April, Syakunage flowers, alpine roses, around this falls bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakanojo Station.
1. use local bust to Shima Onsen.
2. walk north (1hr. 20 min.)
yes134http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koizumi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL038.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL038.flv.jpgKoizumi FallsKoizumi Falls (小泉の滝) is one of waterfalls in Shima Onsen. The water of this falls is so pure and beautiful. In Summer, it is surrounded by green leaves, and in Falls, it has great view with Koyo leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is an observatory, and it is the easiest falls to see in Shima Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakanojo Station.
1. use local bust to Shima Onsen.
2. walk north (30 min.)
yes170http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ogura_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL039.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL039.flv.jpgOgura FallsOgura Falls (小倉の滝) is one of waterfalls in Shima Onsen. It is also considered as one of the best waterfalls in Nakanojo Town. It is located west side of Shima Onsen, and the valley in front of this falls gives you great hiking in nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
There are bells for avoiding wild bears. When you see them, ring them to aware bears that you are there. Bears will escape when they heard that bells.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakanojo Station.
1. use local bust to Shima Onsen.
2. walk west (1hr. 40 min.)
yes280http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiyorimi_yakushido_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL040.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL040.flv.jpgHiyorimi Yakushido TempleHiyorimi Yakushido Temple (日向見薬師堂) is one of the historical sites of Shima Onsen. It is designated as the national historical asset. This temple was built in 1598 by Fujiwara Iesada for praying Sanada Yukimura. The inside of the temple was built in 1537.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Free foot Onsen and public Onsen is located right in front of this temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakanojo Station.
1. use local bust to Shima Onsen.
2. walk north (40 min.)
yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shima_potholes/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL041.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL041.flv.jpgShima PotholesShima Potholes (四万温泉の甌穴群, shima ouketsugun) are located on the south side of Shima Onsen. They are designated as a Natural Monument of Gunma Prefecture. There are 8 holes which were created by the water of the Shima River over a period of 10,000 years. One of potholes is 2m wide and 4m deep.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking available.
Caution: When you hear the buzzer, the Shimagawa Dam will release its water. So, evacuate to high ground as soon as possible.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakanojo Station.
1. use local bus to Shima Onsen.
2. walk south (50 min.)yes307http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/momotaro_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL042.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL042.flv.jpgMomotaro FallsMomotaro Falls (桃太郎の滝) is one of waterfalls in Shima Onsen. It is located on Lake Shima. Therefore, you can see this waterfalls on the small hiking course around the lake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakanojo Station.
1. use local bust to Shima Onsen.
2. walk south (30 min.)
yes225http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mizunoto_club/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SC002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SC002.flv.jpgMizunoto Shodo ClubMizunoto Club (みづのと会) is Shodo School located in Bunkyo Ward of Tokyo. Shodo is the Japanese Calligraphy. The chief instructor, Soun Maruoka Sensei, is one of the great Shodo artist who is also the great designer of Japanese Scroll Pictures.
<b>School Info.</b>
Class is held at 2F of Shiomikoryukan in Bunkyo Ward. 3 min from Sendagi Station.
trial classes is available: 1.5 hours (3000yen)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. walk to Otemachi Station for Chiyoda Line.
2. use Chiyoda Line to Sendagi
yes547http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takeshita_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL171.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL171.flv.jpgTakeshita StreetTakeshita St. (竹下通り) is the famous shopping district in Harajuku. There are many stores which sale cute Japanese style clothes and accessories. If you are looking for "Kawaii Fashion?" Takeshita Street is one of the best.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The most of the stores opens from noon.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku (2 min.)
2. walk east (2 min.)
yes301http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bunkyo_azalea_festa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL169.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL169.flv.jpgBunkyo Azalea FestaBunkyo Azalea Festa (文京つつじまつり) is one of three major flower festival in Bunkyo Ward of Tokyo. It is held at the Azalea garden of Nezu Shrine. There are 50 kinds 3,000 Azalea trees in this garden. From the middle of April to the beginning of May, you can enjoy beautiful Azalea flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen.
Festival starts: The beginning April to the beginning of May.
Garden opens only during the festival.
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchi Line to Korakuen (12 min.)
2. use Nanboku Line to Todaimae (3 min.)
3. walk north east (5 min.)
yes333http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rose_in_furukawa_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL170.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL170.flv.jpgThe rose garden of FurukawaThe rose garden of Furukawa Garden (旧古川庭園) is one of the most famous rose garden in Tokyo. At the british style garden, there are 90 kinds 180 rose trees. In the middle of May, those roses bloom beautiful flowers. You can enjoy Japanese style garden and wonderful rose at the same time in this season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a rose festival from the middle of May to the end of May. There is a light up until 21:00 during the festival (2011 is canceled.).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Oji Station.
1. use Keihin Tohoku Line to Kaminakazato (2 min.)
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes434http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK017.flv.jpgLake SakuraLake Sakura (さくら湖) is an artificial lake formed by Miharu Dam which located in Fukushima Prefecture. Because there are many beautiful Sakura, cherry blossom, including Takizakura which chosen as the best Sakura in Japan around this lake, this lake is called Lake Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
There are many view points in this lake.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koriyama Station.
1. drive east (30 min.)
yes142http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_tatsuta_age/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT068.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT068.flv.jpgHow to cook Tatsuta-AgeTatsuta-Age(竜田揚げ) is a Japanese style fried chicken dish. The major difference between Kara-Age, which is the most popular Japanese style fried chicken and Tatsuta-Age is that Tatsuta-Age uses potato starch instead of wheat flour.yes278http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/the_battle_of_aizu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK018.flv.jpgThe battle of AizuThe battle of Aizu (会津戦争) is one of the biggest battle scenes of Boshin War in 1868. It is the last page of Meiji Restoration before Hakodate. It was happened between Aizu domain and new Meiji Government which are mostly Chosyu and Satsuma domain. The entire city of Aizu became war zone, and many people died in this battle. The battle of Aizu is considered as the hardest tragedy of Boshin War which made from the negative aspects of Samurai Era.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Need a car to visit all the related spots.
yes421http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_hijiki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT069.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT069.flv.jpgHow to cook Hijiki no NimonoHijiki is a seaweed gathered in Spring. Hijiki no Nimono, the boiled Hijiki with flavor is one of the popular way of cooking Hijiki. It is flavored with soy sauce, Dashi, sake , mirin and sugar. The ingredients are very flexible to choose. Carrot, soy beans, and Aburaage is commonly used for Hijiki no Nimono.
yes312http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/battle_of_bonari_mt_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK019.flv.jpgThe battle of Bonari mt.passThe battle of Bonari mt.pass (母成峠の戦い) is one of the battle scenes of the battle of Aizu. It was happened between Aizu domain and Meiji government in 1868. Saito Hajime and his Shinsengumi joined this battle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit. Drive Banetsu express way to Inawashiro-Bandai Kogen.
Drive north on 115 to Bonari Green line. (20 min.)
yes71http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okayama_green_street_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK019.flv.jpgOkayama Green Street ParkOkayama Green Street Park (岡山緑道公園) is a riverside park of Nishigawa River. Nishigawa is located in Okayama city. This park is abotu 2km long with beautiful green and flowers. There are many art monuments and facilities to enjoy walking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. walk east (5min.)
yes269http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_eat_natto/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT070.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT070.flv.jpgHow to eat NattoNatto is a ferment soy beans by Natto bacteria. It is one of the most common rice topping for Japanese breakfast.
yes247http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ikuta_ryokuchi_baraen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL137.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL137.flv.jpgIkuta ryokuchi baraenIkuta ryokuchi baraen (生田緑地ばら苑) is a rose garden located in Kawasaki city. There are about 530 kinds 4,700 roses in this garden. It is one of the oldest rose garden around Tokyo. Many people visit here during rose season and enjoy the beautiful flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The admission: free (please give them a donation, this park is operated by the donation)
There is parking and restroom.
Note: This garden open twice a year. Spring and Fall when the roses are blooming.
The opening season is depend on the how rose are blooming.
So, check out their official web site.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station.
1. use JR Nanbu Line to Shukugawara (30 min.)
2. walk south west (20 min.)
yes281http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ikuta_green_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL138.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL138.flv.jpgIkuta Green ParkIkuta Green Park (生田緑地) is a park of forest located in Kawasaki city. It is one of the best spots to enjoy nature around Tokyo. There are many flower gardens, play grounds and museums. You can enjoy flowers of 4 seasons, such as Sakura, Ume, Rose, Iris, Azalea, Hydrangea and Camellias. It is the great spot for enjoy nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station.
1. use JR Nanbu Line to Noborito (30 min.)
2. use Odakyu Line to Mukogaoka Yuen (1 min.)
3. walk south (10 min.)
yes342http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shomyo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY008.flv.jpgShomyo FallsShomyo Falls (称名滝) is the tallest Japanese waterfalls located in Tateyama, Toyama pref. It is 4-step waterfalls, and 350m high in total. From the early spring to the beginning of summer, Hannoki Falls appears right next to Shomyo Falls. Hannoki Falls is about 500m high which is the highest waterfall when it appears. The V-shape made by Shomyo Falls and Hannoki Falls is the best and most gorgeous view of waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
The street closed on winter. Time to open the road is depended on how much snow this place has. Most likely it opens in the middle of May.
Road opens: from 6:00 to 19:00 July and August, and 7:00 to 18:00 in other month.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tateyama Station.
1. use bus to Shomyo falls (from May to early November) or use a taxi.
yes523http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanbon_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL039.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL039.flv.jpgSanbon FallsSanbon Falls (三本滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Mt. Norikura, Nagano Pref. Sanbon literary means three. Because there are three different waterfalls at one spot, they are called Sanbon Falls. All of them are about 50m to 60m high. Right-side waterfall is called Kuroisawa Falls. The water slide on the huge black lava. The center falls is called Honsawa Falls because it is located on the Kooono River. It is straight-fall waterfalls. Left falls is Mumei falls. Mumei literary means unnamed because the river is unnamed. These falls are designated as the landscape of Nagano prefecture. It has the great panorama view surrounded by 3 great waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
In winter, the waterfalls are frozen up, but it required the heavy winter climbing equipments.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use Norikurasancho Shuttle bus to Sanbontaki
2. walk (25 min.)
yes435http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amida_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF029.flv.jpgAmida FallsAmida Falls (阿弥陀ヶ滝, amidagataki) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Gifu pref. It is about 60m high and 7m wide. It is also chosen as 50 best water of Gifu. The landscape of this waterfalls are designated as the view of Gifu, and even the famous artist Katsushika Hokusai made his painting of this falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gujo-Hachiman Station.
1. use Nagaragawa Line to MinoShiratori (30min.)
2. use local bus to Amidagataki
3. walk (20 min.)
yes435http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hirayu_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF030.flv.jpgHirayu Great FallsHirayu Great Falls (平湯大滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located Okuhida, Gifu pref. It is also chosen as 50 best water of Gifu. It is 64m high and 6m wide. This waterfalls has the seasonable aspects. In Spring to Summer, it has beautiful green leaves. In Autumn, it will be surrounded by great Koyo. In winter, this falls will be frozen up. In February, there is a light-up for this waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking (500 yen) and restroom.
There is a shuttle bus from parking to the fall (100 yen)
<b>Access</b>
0. Takayama Station
1. use Nohi Bus to Hirayu Busterminal (50 min.)
2. walk (25 min.)
yes249http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ichijio_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI014.flv.jpgIchijio FallsIchijio Falls (一乗滝) is where the famous sword master Sasaki Kojiro mastered his Tsubame Gaeshi. It is 12m tall waterfalls located in Ichijo Valley, Fukui Pref. The water is considered as the sacred water. Sasaki Kojiro was born around this waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukui Station.
1. use Kyofuku Bus to Ichijodaki.
2. walk (25 min.)
yes202http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zengoro_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL040.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL040.flv.jpgZengoro FallsZengoro Falls (善五郎の滝) is one of three major waterfalls of Mt. Norikura. It is 30m high and 10m wide.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use Norikurasancho Shuttle bus to Norikurakougen Onsen Skijo.
2. walk (25 min.)
yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bandokoro_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL041.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL041.flv.jpgBandokoro Great FallsBandokoro Great Falls (番所大滝) is one of three major waterfalls of Mt. Norikura. It is 40m high and 11m wide waterfalls. Because of its beautiful view, it is designated as the special view of Matsumoto. This waterfalls is made from the lava of Mt. Norikura. The thickness of the lava around this place reaches 60m.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
There are two observatories for this waterfalls. Be careful because the stairs are very slippy.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use Norikurasancho Shuttle bus to Bandokoro otaki.
2. walk (5 min.)
yes300http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokoniji_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY009.flv.jpgTokoniji FallsTokoniji Falls (常虹の滝) are waterfalls located in southern Toyama. There are 5 different waterfalls. Tokoniji Falls is their generically name. It is designated as waterfalls of Toyama. Tokoniji literary means "There is always rainbow." In the morning, you can often see rainbow.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Toyama Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Inoya (52 min.)
2. walk west (30 min.)
yes319http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bandokoro_small_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL042.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL042.flv.jpgBandokoro Small FallsBandokoro Small Falls (番所小滝) is 3m tall waterfalls located in Mt. Norikura. It is small but 10m wide waterfalls. Compare to Bandokoro Great Falls, this falls is very small.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use Norikurasancho Shuttle bus to Bandokoro otaki.
2. walk (5 min.)
yes99http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lotus_pond_okayama_sogo_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK020.flv.jpgLotus Pond of Okayama Sogo ParkLotus Pond of Okayama Sogo Park is very famous for its lotus. In the beginning of June, lotus flowers blooms.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. walk north (20 min.)
yes227http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/maruoka_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI015.flv.jpgMaruoka CastleMaruoka Castle (丸岡城), aka Kasumiga Castle, is one of 12 existed remaining castles which built in Sengoku era. It is a hilltop castle located Sakai, Fukui Pref. It was built in 1576 by Shibata Katsutoyo, nephew of Katsuie. It is the oldest castle which exists in Japan. Because the building was built in Azuchi-Momoyama Period, it is designated as the national important assets.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 150 yen for kids.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00 (last entry 16:45)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukui Station.
1. use local bust to Maruokajo
yes234http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY010.flv.jpgToyama CastleToyama Castle (富山城) is a flatland castle lcoated in Toyama city. It was built in 1543 by JInbo Nagamoto. The main entrance and a great keep are reconstructed. Its keep, moat and stone walls are offers you the great time of Sengoku period. Because it was located on the crossing point of Hokuriku Road and Hida Road, Toyama Castle was very important castle since Muromachi era. Today, there are museum and the first bailey becomes a play ground for family activities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Toyama Station.
1. walk south (15 min.)
yes263http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tojinbo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI016.flv.jpgTojinboTojinbo (東尋坊) is a cape form with Pyroxene Andesite located in Fukui. Because it's strong and unique look, it is one of the most famous tourist spots in Fukui Prefecture. Tojinbo is one of the only three capes which form with Pyroxene Andesite in the world. Tojinbo was named after the buddhist monk of Eiheiji Temple.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Around Tojinbo, there are many shops and restaurants.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukui Station
1. use JR Hokuriku Line to Aashiharaonsen Station.
2. use local bus to Tojinbo
yes328http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/horikiri_iris_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL172.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL172.flv.jpgHorikiri Iris GardenHorikiri Iris Garden (堀切菖蒲園, horikirishobuen) is a Japanese style Iris garden located Katsuhika ward, Tokyo Metro. There are 200 kinds 6,000 Iris flowers in this garden. In middle of June, Iris bloom their beautiful flowers. Horikiri Iris Garden is also one of the oldest garden in Tokyo. Iris were brought from Asaka Pond of Oshu Koriyama during Muromachi era.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: Free
Open: 9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Keisei Line to Horikirishobuen
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes300http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koiwa_iris_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL173.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL173.flv.jpgKoiwa Iris GardenKoiwa Iris Garden (小岩菖蒲園, koiwa shobuen) is a Iris garden located at the riverside of Odo River, Tokyo. There are 50,000 Iris in this garden which bloom in May to June. As the flower garden, it is famous in Tokyo Metro.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission Free.
There is a parking but it closed at night.
There is a restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Keisei Line to Edogawa
2. walk east (2 min.)
yes244http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiratori_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY011.flv.jpgShiratori castleShiratori castle (白鳥城) is a mountain castle built before 12th century. It appears first time in 1183 by record of Imai Kanehira. During the Sengoku period, Jinbo extended this castle against Uesugi Kenshin. Later, it became the brunch castle of Toyama Castle. When Hideyoshi attacked Sassa, Oda Nobukatsu used this castle.
Today, it has great view of Toyama area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Toyama Station.
1. use Takayama Line to Nishi Toyama.
2. walk west (30 min.)
yes121http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yasuda_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY012.flv.jpgYasuda CastleYasuda Castle (安田城) is a ruins of a flatland castle located in Toyama. It was built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in 1585 for attacking Toyama Castle. Later it was abandoned, but moats and structures are remained in great condition. Today, Yasuda Castle is famous for its water lily which bloom in June.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
There is a museum of this castle located right next to this castle.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Toyama Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Fuchu Usaka.
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes331http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hirayu_ootaki_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF031.flv.jpgHirayu ootaki ParkHirayu ootaki Park (平湯大滝公園) is a park located in deep Okuhida area of Gifu Prefecture. In this park, there is Hirayu Falls which is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls. Rock garden are designed on the way to the falls, and there are many activities, such as making Soba and Foot Onsen in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking: 500 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. Takayama Station
1. use Nohi Bus to Hirayu Busterminal (50 min.)
2. walk (25 min.)
yes247http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/myorakuji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL139.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL139.flv.jpgMyorakuji TempleMyorakuji Temple (妙楽寺) is Tendai Buddhism Temple located in Kawasaki. Because this temple is very popular for its Ajisai (Hydrangea), it is known as Ajisai Temple. There are about 1,000 Ajisai in this temple. In June, they bloom beautiful flowers and many people visit this temple to enjoy Ajisai.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is no parking available.
There is a restroom.
No admission fee.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station.
1. use JR Nanbu Line to Syukugawara (26 min.)
2. walk south (30 min.)
yes351http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_meshu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT071.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT071.flv.jpgHow to make UmeshuUmeshu (梅酒) is a one of popular Japanese liqueur made from Ume, Japanese plum, in Shochu, one of the kinds of Sake, and sugar. It has a sweet, sour taste, and an alcohol content of 10-15%. It is very common for all Japanese houses to make Umeshu in June after Ume was harvested.
yes292http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tamagawadai_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL174.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL174.flv.jpgTamagawadai ParkTamagawadai Park (多摩川台公園) is one of the popular Ajisai Spot in Tokyo. There are about 3,500 Ajisai, Hydrangea in this park. In Tamagawadai Park, there are 8 Kofun. The oldest Kofun was built in 4th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is a restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Tamagawa (18 min.)
2. walk west (5 min)
yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soun_maruoka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA008.flv.jpgMaruoka Soun: Shodo and HyoguMaruoka Soun Sensei (丸岡蒼雲) is the master of Shodo, Japanese calligraphy, and expert of Hyogu, japanese traditional Paper Hanger. With over 35 years experience of Shodo, and Hyogu, Maruoka Sensei creates the masterpiece of Kakejiku, the scroll picture. In this modern world, he still processes the traditional way of making Kakejiku without any modern materials and equipment. Because that is the best way of making Kakejiku. As the master of Shodo art, he always draws the calligraphy for his clients. His Shodo itself is already an art.
yes1113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/higashitakane_forest_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL140.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL140.flv.jpgHigashitakane Forest ParkHigashitakane Forest Park (東高根森林公園, higashitakaneshinrinkoen) is a forest park located in the center of Kawasaki city. It is located on the ruins of ancient Japanese residence of Yayoi period. Today, it is famous for various kinds of plants, trees and flowers. This forest park offers visitors a great nature relaxation around Tokyo. It is also chosen as one of 50 views of Kanagawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station.
1. use JR Nanbu Line to Syukugawara (26 min.)
2. walk south (30 min.)
yes354http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ikutaryokuchi_shobu_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL141.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL141.flv.jpgIkutaryokuchi Shobu PondIkutaryokuchi (生田緑地) has a nice Iris pond. In the middle of June, Iris bloom. Many people visit this pond to enjoy Iris.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station.
1. use JR Nanbu Line to Noborito (30 min.)
2. use Odakyu Line to Mukogaoka Yuen (1 min.)
3. walk south (10 min.)
yes205http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/horai_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL175.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL175.flv.jpgHorai ParkHorai Park (宝来公園) is a park with pond and forest located Ota-ku, Tokyo.
It was built in 1925 to preserved the view of old time Musashino. There are 70 kinds 1,500 trees in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is a restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Tamagawa (18 min.)
2. walk west (10 min)
yes204http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shitamachi_tanabata_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL176.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL176.flv.jpgShitamachi Tanabata MatsuriShitamachi Tanabata Matsuri (下町七夕まつり) is one of the popular Tanabata Festival in Tokyo. It is sponsored by Kappabashi Shopping district. There are many food stands and Tanabata decorations. Those food stands are opened by local shops of Kappabasih. They offers great Matsuri food for very very reasonable prices. On the weekend, there are parade and ceremony.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It happens on the week of Tanabata which is July 7. At the weekend, many food stands open and events happen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. walk east (5 min.)
yes394http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yuigahama_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL143.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL143.flv.jpgYuigahama BeachYuigahama Beach (由比ヶ浜) is a beach located on the south side of Kamakura. It is one of the closest beach around Tokyo. Yuigahama is very popular beach. During the summer season, many people visit here and enjoy beach activites and marine sports.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
During summer, there are many food stands open on the beach.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. walk south (10 min.)
yes214http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zushi_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL144.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL144.flv.jpgZushi BeachZushi Beach (逗子海岸) is located west side of Miura Peninsula. Because it has a strong wind and less waves, it is very popular wind-surfing spot around Tokyo. Also, it is one of the popular beach near by Tokyo and Yokosuka.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
During summer, there are many food stands open on the beach.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Zushi.
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes245http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurihama_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL145.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL145.flv.jpgKurihama BeachKurihama Beach (久里浜海岸) is a small beach located Kurihama. It is about 10 min. from Yokosuka. In summer, there is a firework festival at this beach.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Keikyu Yokosuka Chuo Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Keikyu Kurihama (10 min.)
2. walk south east (15 min.)
yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zuisenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL142.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL142.flv.jpgZuisenji TempleZuisenji Temple (瑞泉寺) is Rinzai Buddhism Temple located in eastern Kamakura. It was established in 1327 by priest Muso. Its garden is one of the most famous garden in Kamakura. It has many beautiful flowers for all four seasons. It is also surrounded by beautiful mountains. Zuisenji has a beautiful nature and history. It's garden is designated as the national landscape place of scenic beauty.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use bus to Daitonomiya, kamakura Shrine. (10 min.)
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes337http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_ohagi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT072.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT072.flv.jpgHow to cook OhagiOhagi (おはぎ) is typical Japanese sweets with Azuki beans. It is a rice ball covered with Anko or Kinako. Anko is sweetened Azuki beans which widely used for all kinds of Japanese sweets.
yes463http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiraizumi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW001.flv.jpgHiraizumiHiraizumi (平泉) is registered UNESCO world heritage site located in Iwate prefecture. It was registered in June 2011 as "Hiraizumi - Temples, Gardens and Archaeological Sites Representing the Buddhist Pure Land." There are many beautiful temples such as Chusonji and Motsuji, gardens and historical sites. Hiraizumi is also Minamoto no Yoshitsune related spots. He was grown up at Hiraizumi and died at Hiraizumi. His soul rests in Hiraizumi.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
To visit all spots. MLJ recommend to use a rent-a-bycile. You can get it at the station. 1000 yen for one day. You can get a map, too.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
2. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi (9 min.)
yes402http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chusonji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW002.flv.jpgChusonji TempleChusonji Temple (中尊寺) was established by Priest Jigaku in 850. The history of Chusonji actually began,...
when Fujiwara no Kiyohira settled principal images here in eary 12th century. Kiyohira, the first lord of Oshu Fujiwara clan, built Chusonji for Buddhist Pure Land. Today, it is the most popular site in Hiraizumi and one of UNESCO world heritage sites. There are many beautiful temples and it has great harmony with nature. Konjikido, literary means golden temple, is the only remaining building which exists since the time of Oshu Fujiwara clan in Hiraizumi.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
Admission for Konjikido: 800 yen for adult. High school 500 yen. Junior high 300 yen. Elementary 200 yen. There is group discount.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00 (Nov 4 to end of Feb 8:30 to 16:30.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi (9 min.)
2. use local bus to Chusonji (5 min.)
yes399http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/motsuji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW003.flv.jpgMotsuji TempleMotsuji Temple (毛越寺) and its garden are important historical site of Hiraizumi. They are registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site in June 2011. Motsuji Temple was established by Motohira, the 2nd lord of Fujiwara. It was originally established by Priest Jigaku in 850, but it was lost later. Motohira, restored in early 12th century. When the famous poet Matsuo Basho visited this garden, he wrote one of the famous his poem.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen for adults. 300 yen for high school. 100 yen for junior high.
There is group discount from 30 people.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00. From Nov 5 to April 4: 8:30 to 16:30.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi (9 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes438http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanjizaioin_temple_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW004.flv.jpgThe garden of Kanjizaioin TempleThe garden of Kanjizaioin Temple (旧観自在王院庭園) is one of UNESCO world heritage sites of Hiraizumi. It was built by the wife of Fujiwara no Motohira. It is also designated as national landscape of Japan. The temples were lost in long time ago, but the beautiful gardens remains as beautiful as it was built in 12th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking (There is one near Motsuji parking)
There is no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi (9 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/muryokoin_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW005.flv.jpgMuryokoin TempleMuryokoin Temple (無量光院) was constructed by Hidehira, the 3rd lord of Oshu Fujiwara. In the 12th century, it was a beautiful temple and almost entirely a copy of Uji's Byodoin, theh location of the famous Phoenix Hall in Uji, Kyoto. Today, the temple was lost, but the ruins of beautiful garden remains.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi (9 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes128http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takadachi_yoshitsune_hall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW006.flv.jpgTakadachi Yoshitsune HallTakadachi Yoshitsune Hall (高館義経堂) is a temple located in Hiraizumi. Takadachi is where Minamoto no Yoshitsune stayed at Hiraizumi. It is also his last place where he committed Seppuku. The temple was built 4th lord of Date of Sendai in 1683. On the mountain you can have a great view of Kinugawa River.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen, junior and elementary 50 yen. There is a group discount from 30.
Open: 8:30 to 16:30. From Nov 5 to April 4: 8:30 to 16:00.
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi (9 min.)
2. walk north (20 min.)
yes65http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/musashibo_benkei_grave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW007.flv.jpgThe grave of Musashibo BenkeiThe grave of Musashibo Benkei (武蔵坊弁慶の墓) is located at the entrance of Chusonji. Benkei is the loyal warrior of Yoshitsune, and of the most famous warrior in Japan. In 1189, he protected his lord Yoshitsune and fought until his death. He died in standing. It's called "Tachiojo." After that, the priest of Chusonji showed respect to him and he was buried here. he wrote a poem for him. "Irokaenu Matsunoarujiya Musashimo."
"Musashibo, the lord of this pine tree will never change his color."
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and resetoom, but you can visit here when you visit Chusonji.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi (9 min.)
2. use local bus to Chusonji (5 min.)
yes88http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minamoto_yoshitsune_grave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW008.flv.jpgThe grave of Minamoto no YoshitsuneThe grave of Minamoto no Yoshitsune and his wife (源義経の墓) is located in Hiraizumi. Yoshitsune is one of the famous war hero in Japan. He defeated Hira clan and killed by his own brother Yoritomo. He was 31 year's old when he committed Seppuku in 1189. His wife and child were also buried here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi.
2. walk north west (30 min.)
yes79http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yanagi_government_office/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW009.flv.jpgYanagi Government OfficeYanagi Government Office (柳之御所遺跡) was the capital office of Hiraizumi while the era of Oshu Fujiwara clan. It was used to be the house of Motohira, the 2nd lord of Oshu Fujiwara. Legend said, Yoshitune stayed here when he was in Oshu.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There is a museum which has parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi (9 min.)
2. walk north (20 min.)
yes108http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_kinkei/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW010.flv.jpgMt. KinkeiMt. Kinkei (金鶏山) is a 98.6 m tall mountain located in Hiraizumi. This site is registered as UNESCO world heritage site of Hiraizumi. Kinkei literary means golden chucky. Legend said, Fujiwara no Hidehira made an artificial mountain imitated Mt. Fuji, and buried golden statue of chucky on this mountain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi.
2. walk north west (30 min.)
yes87http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurihama_perry_firework_festa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL146.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL146.flv.jpgKurihama Perry Firework FestaKurihama Perry Firework Festa. (久里浜ペリー祭花火大会) is one of popular fireworks in Yokosuka. There are about 3,500 fireworks at Kurihama Beach. It happens in the early July.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stands around the beach, and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Chuo Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Keikyu Kurihama. (10 min.)
2. walk east (15 min.)
yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/handayama_plant_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK021.flv.jpgHandayama Park of PlantHandayama Park of Plant (半田山植物園) is a flower park located in Okayama. There are 3,200 kinds 150,000 trees and flowers. It is one of the popular flower spots in Okayama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen. kids 120 yen. There is a group discount from 30 people.
Open: 9:00 to 16:00. Close on Tuesday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use local bust to Shokubutsuen
yes160http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mitama_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL177.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL177.flv.jpgMitama MatsuriMitama Matsuri (みたままつり) is one of the popular summer festival in Tokyo. It happens at Yasukuni Shrine in the middle of July, which is Obon in Tokyo. There are over 30,000 Chochin, Japanese Lanterns, decorated every year. There are many events and food stands in this festival. Especially, Bon Odori is the earliest one in Tokyo.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
Inside of the area of Shrine, you are not allow to eat and drink alcohol.
The lanterns will light after 18:00 to 21:30.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. walk to Otemach Station.
2. use Tozai Line to Kudanshita (4 min.)
3. walk west 810 min.)
yes394http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/homeland_of_oga_lotus/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL042.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL042.flv.jpgThe home land of Oga LotusThe home land of Oga Lotus (古代蓮の里) is a famous Lotus spot in Saitama. It has over 42 kinds 120,000 lotus in this park. The main feature of this park is Oga Lotus, aka Ancient Lotus. It was oldest flower in the world resurrected from 2000 years ago. From the end of June to the beginning of August, lotus will bloom a beautiful flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Omiya Station.
1. use JR Takasaki Line to Gyoda.
2. use local bus to Kodaihasu no sato.
yes243http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/isa_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL043.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL043.flv.jpgIsa PondIsa Pond (伊佐沼) is a popular Lotus spot in Kawagoe, Saitama. There are many Oga Lotus, aka Ancient Lotus. From the end of June to the beginning of August, the lotus flowers bloom, and many people visit here and enjoy its lotus.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use JR Saikyo Line to Kawagoe
2. use local bus to Isanumaboukennomori.
3. walk (10 min.)
yes256http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kisai_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL044.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL044.flv.jpgKisai CastleKisai Castle (騎西城) is a ruins of Japanese castle located in Saitama. It appears in the record of 1455 when Ashikaga Ujisige attacked this castle of Uesugi and Nagao clan. In 1563, Uesugi Kenshin defeated this castle. In 1632, this castle was abandoned. In 1979, there is the digging for the research, and found out the layout of the baileys and many weapons, daily life products. Those relics are displayed current reconstructed Tenshu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Ask next building to enter the museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use JR Takasaki Line to Konosu Station.
2. use local bus to Fukushi Center.
yes98http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lotus_yakushi_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL178.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL178.flv.jpgThe lotus of Yakushi pondThe lotus pond of Yakushi pond (薬師池蓮田) is famous for Oga lotus. Oga Lotus is also known as Ancient Lotus because the seed was discovered form the soil which was 2000 years old. From the beginning of July to the middle of August you can enjoy beautiful lotus flowers.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There is a parking.
Parking Opens: from 6:00 to 18:00
<b>Access </b>
0. at Hachioji Station
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Machida (25 min.)
2. use local bus to Yakushiike Koen (30 min.)
yes291http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sunflower_ashizawa_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL147.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL147.flv.jpgSunflower around Ashizawa parkSunflower around Ashizawa park (芦沢公園のひまわり) is one of the most popular Sunflower spot around Tokyo. There are about 550,000 Sunflowers in Zama city, Kanagawa pref. Ashizawa park is one of the sunflower spot in Zama. In the end of July, Sunflowers bloom and Sunflower festival happens when they bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Those Sunflowers are planted in private farm. So, take only photos and never enter the farm. DO NOT TAKE SUNFLOWERS from the farm.
<b>Access</b>
0. Ebina Station
1. use Odakyu Line to Sobudaimae.
2. walk south (15 min.)
yes160http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakai_lotus_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL148.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL148.flv.jpgNakai Lotus PondNakai Lotus Pond (中井蓮池の里, nakaihasuikenosato) is a popular lotus pond in Kanagawa. There are over 1,000 lotus in this pond and from the beginning of July to middle of August, you can enjoy beautiful lotus flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Odakyu Odawara Line to Hadano.
2. use local bus to Hinakubo.
3. walk (15 min.)
yes318http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukiji_honganji_bon_odori_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL179.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL179.flv.jpgTsukiji Honganji Bon Odori MatsuriTsukiji Honganji Bon Odori Matsuri (築地本願寺納涼盆踊り) is one of the popular Bon Odori festival in Tokyo. It offers Tsukiji Original Bon Odori Music, "Tsukiji Ondo." Of course, there are all kinds of popular Bon Odori music. There is Taiko Demonstration before the Bon Odori starts.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It happend at the beginning of August. The Matsuri goes 3 to 4 days so that you can join easily.
No parking. There is a restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ginza Station.
1. use Hibiya Line to Tsukiji.
2. walk (1 min.)
yes468http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ikegami_honmonji_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL180.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL180.flv.jpgIkegami Honmonji Bon OdoriIkegami Honmonji Bon Odori (池上本門寺納涼盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori spots in Tokyo. At the beginning of August, in side of Honmonji Temple will be the stage for Bon Odori Dance and many people will enjoy Bon Odori.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking. There are many Matsuri food stands.
Notice : Take all garbage with you.
yes353http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_yakitori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT073.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT073.flv.jpgHow to cook YakitoriYakitori (焼き鳥) is one of the most popular Izakaya food. It is skewered grilled chicken. There are mostly two kinds of flavor: Tare and Shio. Tare is soy sauce based flavor, and Shio is simple salt flavor. Here MLJ will introduce how to cook Yakitori with Tare.
yes423http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/narimasu_awaodori_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL181.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL181.flv.jpgNarimasu Awaodori MatsuriNarimasu Awaodori Matsuri (成増阿波おどり大会) is one of Awaodori festival in Tokyo. It happens in the early August. There are 9 dance teams from Narimasu Shopping districts and several teams are invited from other location. The parade of Awaodori Dance is very exciting and the dance gives the audience the energy of Japanese summer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom. This Matsuri start around 4pm. It is little earlier compare to the other Matsuri.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station.
1. use Tobutojo Line to Narimasu.
yes454http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakameguro_awaodori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL182.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL182.flv.jpgNakameguro AwaodoriNakameguro Summer Matsuri, Awaodori (中目黒夏祭り阿波踊り) is one of Awaodori festival in Tokyo. Nakameguro Summer Matsuri contains two dance parade in different days. This is Awaodori parade. There are about 20 dance teams joined and show their unique Awaodori Dance to the audiences.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no many food stand in this festival.
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Nakameguro (5 min.)
2. walk south (2 min.)
yes454http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_bonodori_basic/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT074.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT074.flv.jpgHow to dance BonOdori: BasicBon Odori is a dance performed in summer time in Japan. In Japanese religion, all the ancestors visit their descendants in the middle of August (July in Tokyo), Bon Odori is a welcome dance for them. In August, there are many Bon Odori Matsuri where you can enjoy dancing Bon Odori everywhere in Japan. There are 1,000s of Bon Odori, and here MLJ will introduce three basic dances which are most likely played every Bon Odori Matsuri. Tankobushi, Tokyo Ondo, and Dai Tokyo Ondo.
yes447http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_bonodori_advanced/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT075.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT075.flv.jpgHow to Dance BonOdori: AdvancedBon Odori is a dance performed in summer time in Japan. In Japanese religion, all the ancestors visit their descendants in the middle of August (July in Tokyo), Bon Odori is a welcome dance for them. In August, there are many Bon Odori Matsuri where you can enjoy dancing Bon Odori everywhere in Japan. There are 1,000s of Bon Odori, and here MLJ will introduce three advanced dances which are very popular and exciting to dance. Yukata Ondo, Yagi Bushi, and Oedo Tokyo Ondo.
yes753http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takanawa_bon_odori_dance/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL183.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL183.flv.jpgTakanawa Bon Odori DanceTakanawa Bon Odori Dance (高輪盆踊り) is a local Bon Odori Matsuri at Takanawa, Tokyo. There are many Bon Dance Expert join this Matsuri, so it is very great Bon Dance Matsuri to learn how to dance Bon Odori.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Some food catering.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station.
1. use Nanboku Line or Mita Line to Shirokane-takanawa (4 min.)
2. walk (5 min.)
yes592http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_daijingu_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL184.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL184.flv.jpgTokyo DaiJingu Bon OdoriTokyo DaiJingu Bon Odori (東京大神宮納涼盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri in Tokyo. It happend in the early August at Tokyo DaiJingu Shrine. The dance platform is small, but they have a nice Yagura Stage, and food stands. They have also great beer for very reasonable price.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking. Dance starts around sunset time.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Iidabashi Station.
2. walk west (4 min.)
yes355http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uraja_parade/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK022.flv.jpgUraja ParadeUraja Parade (うらじゃパレード) is a Dance parade happens during Okayama Momotaro Matsuri (おかやま桃太郎まつり). During the festival, there are many Dance platforms, and you can enjoy Uraja Dance on the street or stages. Uraja Dance is a morden dance in Okayama. All dancers make up their face like Ura, the Japanese Ogre, and dance with Uraja song.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many dance platforms. Street will be closed for the dance parade, so better to visit by train and bus.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayam Station.
1. check out the map and find your favorite spots.
yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okayama_summer_fireworks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK023.flv.jpgOkayama Summer FireworksOkayama Summer Fireworks (おかやま納涼花火大会) is one of the main event of Okayama Momotaro Matsuri. It happens in early August. There are 4,000 fireworks. It will be great view from Okayama Korakuen garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stands.
No parking. Better to use public transportation.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use tramway to Seidaijicho (10 min.)
2. walk east (5 min.)
yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakozaki_summer_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL185.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL185.flv.jpgHakozaki Summer Bon OdoriHakozaki Summer Bon Odori (箱崎納涼盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri in Tokyo. It happen in the middle of August at Hakozaki Park. The local drum team joins and play drum for Bon Odori Music. There are many Bon Dancers join and enjoy Bon Odori.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Free tea and water are served in this festival, but there is no food stands.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Hanzomon Line to Suitengumae
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes571http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/urayasu_summer_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL032.flv.jpgUrayasu Summer Bon OdoriUrayasu Summer Bon Odori(浦安納涼盆踊り) happens in the middle of August at Urayasu Elementary School. Many Bon Dancer and Matsuri lover visit this matsuri and enjoy Bon Odori. There are many food stands just like typical other Japanese Matsuri.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
In side the school, you can't smoke.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use JR Sobu Line to Nishi-Funabashi.
2. use Tozai Line to Urayasu.
3. walk south (5 min.)
yes380http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasai_seaside_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL186.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL186.flv.jpgKasai Seaside parkKasai Seaside park (葛西臨海公園, kasairinkaikoen) is one of popular seaside park around Tokyo Metro. It is also one of the biggest parks in Tokyo. There is a beach, BBQ place and many other attractions for family activities. There are also an aquarium and Ferris wheel. The park has also great the bird watching area. Many photographer and bird lovers visit here for wild birds.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are huge parking. Restrooms and shops are in this park.
You cannot swim at the beach.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Keiyou Line to Kasairinkaikouenmae
2. walk (2 min.)
yes350http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sumida_river_toro_nagashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL187.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL187.flv.jpgSumida River Toro NagashiSumida River Toro Nagashi is one of popular Toro Nagashi in Tokyo. It is a has about 3,000 lanterns float every year. Floating Lantern on a river, is one of popular event during Obon. Sumida River will be light up beautifully with those lanterns.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This will happen at Sumidariver. On Azuma Bridge is the best view to see those Lanterns.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa Station.
1. walk (2 min.)
yes138http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mino/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF032.flv.jpgMinoMino (美濃市) is located in the center of Gifu prefecture. It is well known as its Washi paper and Udatsu. The area of Udatsu is called "Udatsu no agaru" Town. It's a Edo style town with many traditional merchant houses which remains since Edo Period. It offers great walking around Edo period. Those beautiful art of classic architectures are not only amazing but also they are still in use today. Also, Mino is very famous for its Washi. There are many Washi products in this city, and Akari art which is the art of light with Washi paper is one of must see things in Mino.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Mino Ota (35 min.)
2. use Nagaragawa Line to Minoshi (22 min.)
3. walk north (15 min.)
yes599http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiso_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL045.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL045.flv.jpgKiso TownKiso Town (木曽町, kisomachi) is located southern Nagano Pref. Kiso is great tourist spot with Edo Style towns with rich history. Kiso is well know for famous Shogun, Kiso Yoshinaka. There are many his related spots in Kiso. Also, because it was on Nakasendo which connect Edo and Kyoto, there was post town called Fukushima-Juku and Sekisho. There are many those Edo style houses, and some of them are remains since Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kiso Fukushima (46 min.)
yes592http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/narai_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL043.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL043.flv.jpgNarai-jukuNarai-juku (奈良井宿) is one of post towns of Nakasendo Road located in southern Nagano prefecture. It is located in the Kiso Valley. There are 67 post towns on Nakasendo, and Narai-juku is 34th post town. The eleven post towns are also called Kisoji 11 post town. Many of those post towns still remain the view of Edo style town. Narai-juku is one of the best town which remain many traditional Edo Style houses, and popular sightseeing spots. Narai-juku offers great atmosphere of old Japan!
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and public restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Narai (24 min.)
yes583http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyasan_tokyo_temple_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL188.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL188.flv.jpgKoyasan Tokyo Temple Bon OdoriKoyasan Tokyo Temple Bon Odori (高野山東京別院盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori event held in Tokyo. This Bon Odori is very unique because they only play basic Bon Odori Songs. It is great for the beginners.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are food stands, and matsuri shops opens.
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. walk north west (20 min.)
yes468http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_dango/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT076.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT076.flv.jpgHow to cook DangoDango (団子) is one of the most popular Japanese sweets. It a ball shape cake made from rice. Just like Yakitori, they are skewered with bamboo sticks and grilled. There are many kinds of flavors. This time, we introduce, Tare, Soy Sauce flavor, and Azuki flaver.
yes381http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/udatsu_no_agaru_machinami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF033.flv.jpgUdatsu no Agaru MachinamiUdatsu no Agaru Machinami (うだつの上がる町並み) is the Edo style town with many traditional houses which remain since Edo period. Because the merchants of Mino was very wealthy, their houses have great "Udatsu." Udatsu is the traditional fire-protection during Edo period. It was also used to represent the symbol of success for the house. Therefore, Udatsu in this area are all great with excellent decorations. With those art of Udatsu, this area of Mino is called "Udatsu ga Agaru" site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Mino Ota (35 min.)
2. use Nagaragawa Line to Minoshi (22 min.)
3. walk north (15 min.)
yes233http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukushima_juku_uenodan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL046.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL046.flv.jpgFukushima-juku UenodanFukushima-juk Uenodan (福島宿上の段) is Edo style town located Kiso-Fukushima. There are many traditional houses which remains since Edo period. Fukushima-juku was one of post towns on Nakasendo. It is 37th post town. There was Sekisho, the checking point. The Sekisho was considered as one of four major Sekisho. Some of the remaining Edo style houses are used as the restaurants. It has great atmosphere of Edo period in modern restaurants.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There is no parking. Use public parking near the town.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kiso Fukushima (46 min.)
2. walk north east (7 min.)
yes160http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/narai_juku_kamimachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL051.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL051.flv.jpgNarai-juku KamimachiNarai-juku Kamimachi (奈良井宿上町) is one of three residence of Narai-juku. There are many traditional Edo style houses which built in Edo period. It offers great walking around Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and public restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Narai (24 min.)
2. walk (30 min.)
yes212http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mino_washi_akari_art_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF034.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF034.flv.jpgMino Washi Akari Art MuseumMino Washi Akari Art Museum (美濃和紙あかりアート館) is the museum displays the prizewinning works from Akari Art Exhibition. In October, Mino has Washi art festival called Akari Art Exhibitions. Akari Art literary means the art of light. Because Mino is very famous for its Washi, they have an art exhibition of Washi art. The Akari art is the design of how you can express the light through the Washi paper.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking around the museum.
Admission: 200 yen. Free under junior high. There is a group discount from 20 persons.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30 (16:00 from Oct. to Mar.) Last entry is 16:15.
Close: Tuesday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Mino Ota (35 min.)
2. use Nagaragawa Line to Minoshi (22 min.)
3. walk north (15 min.)
yes205http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/imai_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF035.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF035.flv.jpgImai HouseImai House (旧今井家住宅) is one of remaining merchant houses in Mino. It is designated as Important Cultural Asset of Mino City. It was built in Edo period, and one of the oldest houses which remains in Mino. This house was the warehouse of Mino Washi paper. Because Mino was was great business during Edo period and became more powerful in Meiji period, this house has many high class architectures and furniture. Also, there are four Kura, the storages, remains and opened as the folk art museum. In the middle garden, there is water harp called "Suikinkutsu." The sound of Suikinkutsu is designated as one of 100 best sound of scenery in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen for adult, under Junior high is free. There is group discount from 20 persons.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30 (last entry is 16:15)
Closed: Tuesday of Dec, Jan, Feb.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Mino Ota (35 min.)
2. use Nagaragawa Line to Minoshi (22 min.)
3. walk north (15 min.)
yes677http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukushim_sekisho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL047.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL047.flv.jpgFukushim SekishoFukushim Sekisho (福島関所) is one of Nakasendo Checking point. There are 4 major Sekisho between Kyoto and Edo. On Nakasendo, there are Fukushima and Usui. On Tokaido, there are Arai and Hakone. There is reconstructed Sekisho which also displays many real Kotsu-Tegata, access permission, and other historical stuff. The view of the valley which make this gate unavoidable are still remain the same.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking, use the public parking near.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, and 150 yen for kids.
Close Tuesday during Dec. to March.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kiso Fukushima (46 min.)
2. walk north east (20 min.)
yes338http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takase_house_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL048.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL048.flv.jpgTakase House MuseumTakase House Museum (高瀬家資料館) is a local museum which displays many treasure of Takase family who was one of high class Samura of Kiso Fukushima. There are many historical treasures such as the strategic map of the siege of Osaka, winter, guns, armers, martial arts scrolls and arts. This house is also where the sister of Shimazaki Toson, the famous novelist married into. There are many Toson's items displayed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking, use the public parking near.
Admission: 200 yen for adult, and 100 yen for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kiso Fukushima (46 min.)
2. walk north east (20 min.)
yes348http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamamura_daikan_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL049.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL049.flv.jpgYamamura Daikan HouseYamamura Daikan House (山村代官屋敷) is one of the main feature of Kiso Town. It is remaining Daikan House which is also the local museum today. Daikan is the local governor during Edo period. Yamamura clan was directly ordered by Tokugawa Ieyasu and ruled Kiso which is very important place on Nakasendo road for over 270 years. It displays many historical items of Daikan, such as his official cloth, toys, books, weapons and armers. There are is also beautiful garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 150 yen for kids.
Open: 8:00 to 17:30 (Apr. to Oct.), 8:00 to 16:30 (November) and 8:30 to 16:30 (Dec. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kiso Fukushima (46 min.)
2. walk north east (15 min.)
yes378http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakamura_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL044.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL044.flv.jpgNakamura HouseNakamura House (中村邸) is one of remaining traditional houses in Narai-juku. It was built in Edo period as a warehouse of combs. Narai's combs were called Nurigushi, combs painted with lacquer, and they were very popular souvenirs during Edo period. This house remains the all the layout of traditional houses and comb shops.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen for adult, free for under junior high, there is group discount from 20 people.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (Apr. to Nov.) to 16:00 (Dec. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Narai (24 min.)
2. walk (30 min.)
yes263http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/grave_kiso_yoshinaka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL050.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL050.flv.jpgThe grave of Kiso YoshinakaThe grave of Kiso Yoshinaka (木曾義仲) is located in Kozenji Temple, Kiso. Kiso Yoshinaka is one of the famous Shogun in the history of Japan. He defeated Taira clan from Kyoto during the Genpei war, but defeated by his own clan, Minamoto no Yoshitsune. Yoshinaka is a cousin of Yoritomo and Yoshitsune. After the lost, he died at Omi. He was 31 years old.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is no parking. His grave is located in the cemetery, so be quiet and keep the good manner to the others.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kiso Fukushima (46 min.)
2. walk north east (30 min.)
yes51http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/narai_juku_nakamachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL052.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL052.flv.jpgNarai-juku NakamachiNarai-juku Nakamachi (奈良井宿中町) is one of three residence of Narai-juku. There are many traditional Edo style houses which built in Edo period. It offers great walking around Edo period. Nakamachi is the center of Narai-juku. The houses of Nakamachi are mostly warehouses, therefore, there are many large and great houses remains.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and public restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Narai (24 min.)
2. walk (20 min.)
yes248http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/narai_juku_shimomachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL053.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL053.flv.jpgNarai-juku ShimomachiNarai-juku Shimomachi (奈良井宿下町) is one of three residence of Narai-juku. There are many traditional Edo style houses which built in Edo period. It offers great walking around Edo period. Shimomachi is the located Edo side of Narai-juku. Many craft workers used to live this area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and public restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Narai (24 min.)
2. walk (2 min.)
yes131http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kosaka_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF036.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF036.flv.jpgKosaka HouseKosaka House (小坂家住宅) is one of the remaining Edo style house in Mino. This house was built in Edo period, and designated as national important cultural asset. It has very unique roof, the curve shape roof. The inside of shop are still the same as the original house. Kosaka House is also established Sake Brewery. Hakyu shun is their popular brand.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can see the inside of house, but do not entire the restricted area.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Mino Ota (35 min.)
2. use Nagaragawa Line to Minoshi (22 min.)
3. walk north (15 min.)
yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suhara_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF037.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF037.flv.jpgSuhara ShrineSuhara Shrine (洲原神社) is located northern Mino city. It was established in 717 by Yasuzumi under order of Gensho Emperor. It enshrines Izanagi, Izanami and Onamuchi no Mikoto. This shrine has the highest rank of Shinto, Sho ichii, therefore it is very important shrine. Wadaiko on the gate is very huge and main feature of this shrine.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Mino Ota (35 min.)
2. use Nagaragawa Line to Suhara 30 min.)
3. walk north (5 min.)
yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ogura_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF038.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF038.flv.jpgOgura ParkOgura Park (小倉公園) is a ruins of Ogura Castle located in Mino. It was hilltop castle. The top of the mountain is 159m high, and today, there is an observatory where you can enjoy great view of Mino. This park is also popular Sakrua spot in Mino. There are about 1,000 Sakura which bloom in April.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Mino Ota (35 min.)
2. use Nagaragawa Line to Umeyama (22 min.)
3. walk west (15 min.)
yes241http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/torasan_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL189.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL189.flv.jpgTora-san MatsuriTora-san Matsuri (寅さんまつり) is Bon Odori Matsuri held at Shibamata Taishakuten Temple. It happens at the end of August. This festival goes three days and at the last day, there is a Bon Odori Competition which decide who is the best Bon Dancer in the year. The entry starts during the festival just before the competition starts, and any body can easily join.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stands around the temple, but no alcohol in the temple.
No parking. There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Keisei Line to Keiseitakasago.
2. use Keisei Kanamachi Line to Shibamata
3. walk
yes482http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/itsukushima_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI001.flv.jpgItsukushima ShrineItsukushima Shrine(厳島神社) is one of the most famous Shrine in Japan. It is located Miyajima Island, Hiroshima Prefecture. The view of Itsukushima Shrine is one of three major views of Japan, and also designated UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996. It is famous for the floating shrine. At the high-tide, water reach the level of the floor.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 100 for under junior high.
Open: 6:30 to 17:00
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hiroshima Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Miyajimaguchi (27min.)
2. use ferry to Miyajima (10 min.)
3. walk 15 min.
yes467http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atomic_bomb_dome/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI002.flv.jpgAtomic Bomb DomeAtomic Bomb Dome (原爆ドーム), aka Genbaku Dome, is the Legacy of Tragedy located in Hiroshima Peace Memorial. It is the monument which presents "Never Forget the tragedy of Atomic Bomb, and never let it happen again." It is designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
-DO NOT ENTER the inside of the barrier-
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hiroshima Station.
1. use Hiroshima electrical tramway to Genbakudome mae.
2. walk south (2 min.)
yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsuyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK024.flv.jpgKatsuyamaKatsuyama (真庭市勝山) is Edo Style town located in Maniwa city, Okayama. There are many traditional houses remains since Edo Period. Also, there are several Samurai related houses, such as Samurai House, and house built by the last Daimyo. The historical site of Katsuyama is the first registered scenery to preserved the Edo style look in Okayama Prefecture. It offers great Edo walking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chugoku-Katsuyama
yes347http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamba_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK025.flv.jpgKamba FallsKamba Falls (神庭の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Okayama Prefecture. It has 110m high and 20m wide. It is very beautiful waterfalls with nature. In Autumn, the valley around the waterfalls will colored with beautiful Autumn leaves. There are wild monkeys live around this falls, and they sometimes appears at this falls. It is also registered as 100 best Japanese sceneries.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 150 yen for under junior high.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chugoku-Katsuyama
1. use taxi (10 min.)
yes204http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsuyama_preserved_scenery/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK026.flv.jpgKatsuyama Preserved SceneryKatsuyama Preserved Scenery (勝山 古い町並み保存地区) is the street with many Edo Style Houses. This historical site of Katsuyama is the first registered scenery to preserved the Edo style look in Okayama Prefecture. It offers great Edo walking. This street was used to be a part of Izumo Road. This street is also popular for its Noren. All the shops has their unique Noren.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is free public rest-house.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chugoku-Katsuyama Station
1. walk north (10 min.)
yes227http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_misen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI003.flv.jpgMt. MisenMt. Misen (弥山) is a mountain located in Miyajima Island, Hiroshima. It is 535m above the sea level, and has great panoramic view of Seto Inland Sea. 1,200 years ago, Priest Kukai came here to find enlightenment. Mt. Misen and Itsukushima Shrine were together designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996. There is an eternal fire, called "Kiezu no hi" which has been burning for 1200 years.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Ticket for round trip: 1800 yen for adult, 900 yen for kids.
There is a group discount from 25 people.
Open: 9:00 (8:00 in November) Final returning 17:30 (Mar. to Oct.), 17:00 (Dec. to
Feb.)
The are free shuttle bus from the town area to the station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hiroshima Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Miyajimaguchi (27min.)
2. use ferry to Miyajima (10 min.)
3. walk 15 min.
yes264http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsuyama_samurai_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK027.flv.jpgKatsuyama Samurai HouseKatsuyama Samurai House (勝山武家屋敷) is a remaining Samurai House of Katsuyama. It is located in Maniwa city, Okayama Pref. This house was built in 1764 for Watanabe Family. Watanabe family was Samurai with 160 koku which is very high class for Samurai. They became one of Karo for Katsuyama domain. The house is preserved in great condition and in Kura, the storage, their armors and weapons are displayed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen, there is group discount from 20 person.
Open: 9:30 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chugoku Katsuyama Station.
1. walk north (15 min.)
yes225http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsuyama_miura_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK028.flv.jpgKatsuyama Miura HouseKatsuyama Miura House (勝山三浦邸) is a traditional house located in Katsuyama, Maniwa. It was built by the last lord of Miura clan of Katsuyama right after the Meiji Restoration. It remains the great architecture of Japanese house in Meiji period. There is a restaurant which offers great local food of Katsuyama. There are many beautiful flowers such as, Hydrangea, Azalea, Sakura and Tsubaki. You can also enjoy beautiful Autumn leaves in Fall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Close on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Open: 11:00 to 15:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chugoku Katsuyama Station.
1. use Taxi (15 min.)
yes224http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/waki_honjin_kishiro_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK029.flv.jpgWaki Honjin Kishiro HouseWaki Honjin Kishiro House (脇本陣木代邸) is the remaining Hotels on Izumo Road located in Shinjo Village, Oakayama pref. It was used for Daimyo Parade during Edo period. Mostly, it was used by Daimyo and his samurai of Matsue Domain. Very important Samurai of Daimyo, stayed at this hotel. All the structure remains in original conditions, and you can enjoy the house of Edo period. There is a tea cafe, called Sakura Chaya, backside of the house, and you can also enjoy local food of Shinjo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Open: 11:00 to 15:00.
Close on Winter.
Sakurachaya closes on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chugoku Katsuyama.
1. use taxi (30 min.)
yes503http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiroshima_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI004.flv.jpgHiroshima CastleHiroshima Castle (広島城) is a flatland castle located in Hiroshima. It is also known as "Ri Jo." (literary means the castle of a carp) It was built in 1589 by Mori Terumoto. After Mori clan became the lord of 9 land of Chugoku region, Terumoto moved their capital to open space with bay for building port and castle town. After the battle of Sekigahara Fukushima Masanori became the lord of this castle. Later, Asano clane became the lord. Tenshukaku remains until WWII, but burned down by Atomic Bomb. Current Tenshu was reconstructed in 1958.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission for Tenshu: 360 yen for adult, 180 for kids.
There is a group discount from 30 persons.
Open: 9:00 to 18:00 (Dec. to Feb. 17:00)
Last entry: 30 min. before close.
There is no parking but public parking are nearby.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hiroshima Station.
1. walk west (15 min.)
yes228http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miyajima_ropeway/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI005.flv.jpgMiyajima RopewayMiyajima Ropeway (宮島ロープウェイ) is a ropeway which reaches the high point of Mt. Misen. There are 2 types of ropeway, which takes you to the level of 433m high. There are great view of Seto Inland Sea from the ropeway.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Ticket for round trip: 1800 yen for adult, 900 yen for kids.
There is a group discount from 25 people.
Open: 9:00 (8:00 in November) Final returning 17:30 (Mar. to Oct.), 17:00 (Dec. to
Feb.)
The are free shuttle bus from the town area to the station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hiroshima Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Miyajimaguchi (27min.)
2. use ferry to Miyajima (10 min.)
3. walk 15 min.
yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinjo_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK030.flv.jpgShinjo Fudo FallsFudo Falls (不動滝) is one of main feature of Shinjo village. It is consisted two waterfalls: Ondaki and Mendaki. Ondai is two-step waterfalls with 38m in total. Local legend said, a princess jumbed at this falls. Mendaki is two waterfalls with 5m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjo Village Center.
1. take taxi (10 min.)
yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tamatare_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK031.flv.jpgTamatare FallsTamatare Falls (玉垂の滝) a small waterfalls located in Maniwa city. It was named because the water look like a drop of crystal balls. The water from the rock give you great peaceful moment.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
It is located inside of Kambanotaki nature park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chugoku-Katsuyama
1. use taxi (10 min.)
2. walk (10 min.)
yes133http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kammbanotaki_nature_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK032.flv.jpgKammbanotaki Nature ParkKammbanotaki Nature Park (神庭の滝自然公園) is located in Maniwa city. The main feature of this park is Kamba Falls which is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls. Another feature of this park is Snow Monkeys. They are wild Monkeys, but sometimes they appear in this park for food. Especially in winter when there is no food in mountains, Monkeys often appear in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Monkeys are not always there in this park.
Never give them any food, and never carry any food because monkeys might attack you for that food.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chugoku-Katsuyama
1. use taxi (10 min.)
2. walk (10 min.)
yes122http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hatanodai_bon_dance_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL190.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL190.flv.jpgHatanodai Bon Dance FestivalHatanodai Bon Dance Festival (旗の台 Bon Dance フェスティバル) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri in Hatanodai Shopping district. Local Drummers play Wadaiko for Bon Odori. This Bon Odori play many interesting songs.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Held in Early September.
Starts at 18:00 to 21:00.
There are many food service and all of them are very reasonable prices.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gotanda Station.
1. Use Tokyu Ikegami Line to Hatanodai
yes464http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasumi_cho_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL191.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL191.flv.jpgKasumi-cho Bon OdoriKasumi-cho Bon Odori (霞町盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri in Nishi Azabu, Tokyo. It happens middle of September. Many advanced Bon Dancers join this Matsuri. This Bon Odori also plays many Songs. You can enjoy Bon Odori for long time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Start at 18:00 to 21:00
Goes 2 days. In the break, free drink will be served for all Dancers.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Roppongi Station.
1. walk south (20 min.)
yes599http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_furofuki_daikon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT077.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT077.flv.jpgHow to cook Furofuki DaikonFurofuki Daikon (ふろふき大根) is one of popular vegetarian dishes with Japanese Radish, called Daikon. It is deep boiled Daikon with Kelp and flavored with Miso Tare. This is very common food for cold winter, and excellent taste with Sake.
yes373http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kyonan_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL033.flv.jpgKyonan TownKyonan Town (鋸南町) is a port town located west side of Boso Peninsula, Chiba Pref. It has super fresh fish products from its port and great outstanding view of Tokyo Bay from Mt. Nokogiri. Mt. Nokogiri is the main feature of Kyonan Town. It is a great temple with many beautiful Buddhist statues. It has also great buddha, Daibutsu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is also beach, too.
Parking are available at port.
<b.Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Hota Station. (1hr. 30 min.)
0. at Kurihama port of Yokosuka.
1. use Kurihama Kanaya Ferry
yes598http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aki_matsuri_azabu_juban/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL192.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL192.flv.jpgAki Matsuri of Azabu-JubanAki Matsuri of Azabu-Juban (麻布十番秋祭り) is one of Autumn Festival in Tokyo. It is Mikoshi festival, and also there is a Bon Odori Festival at Night. Bon Odori happens at the middle of September at Tsunayo park from 18:00 to 21:00.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a restroom. There is food and drink service for all Dancers.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station.
1. use Nanboku Line to Azabu Juban.
2. walk west.
yes557http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bon_odori_minami_aoyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL193.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL193.flv.jpgBon Odori at Minami AoyamaBon Odori Matsuri at Minami Aoyama Icchome (南青山一丁目盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori festival happens at the middle of September. It happens at Aoba Park. This Bon Odori has Yagura for the drum, Taiko. Also, it displays local Mikoshi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom. No parking.
Food stands opens for dancers, but no alcohol.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Ginza Line to Aoyama Icchome.
2. walk south.
yes515http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_kakesoba/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT078.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT078.flv.jpgHow to cook Kake SobaKake Soba (かけそば) is Soba served with hot soup. It is very popular food in Japanese meals.
yes262http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kinchakuda/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL045.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL045.flv.jpgKinchakudaKinchakuda (巾着田) is the most famous Higanbana, red spider lily, in Kanto. It is located Hidaka city, Saitama prefecture. There are one million Hibanbana in this park. Higanbana bloom around the Autumn Equinox. During the season, all the garden of Higanbana become the beautiful red carpet.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
During the season, there are food stands which sale tasty local products.
Admission: 200 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. use JR Kawagoe Line to Higashihanno (35 min.)
2. use Seibu Ikebukuro Line to Koma (5 min.)
3. walk east (15 min.)
yes333http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okegawa_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL046.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL046.flv.jpgOkegawa-jukuOkegawa-juku (桶川宿) is one of post towns on Nakasendo Road. It is 7th post town located in the middle of Saitama Prefecture. There are several traditional houses which built in Edo Period. So, Okegawa-juku offers you little time traveling to Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is public parking. At the visitor's center, you can barrow a restroom. You can also check out the map of Okegawa-juku spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use JR Takasaki Line to Okegawa (14 min.)
yes264http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bank_of_gongendo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL047.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL047.flv.jpgBank of GongendoBank of Gongendo (権現堂堤) is one of famous Higanbana spot in Saitama Prefecture. There are about 800 thousand Hibanbana, red spider lily, in this park. Higanbana bloom in the middle to the end of September. During the season, the bank of this park will be colored by beautiful red flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Tobu Noda Line to Kasukabe (22 min.)
2. use Tobu Isezaki Line to Satte (12 min.)
3. walk north (30 min.)
yes214http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hinata_higanbana_no_sato/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL149.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL149.flv.jpgHinata Higanbana no SatoHinata Higanbana no Sato (日向 ヒガンバナの里) is one of the most famous Higanbana, red spider lily, spot in Kanto. It is located in Isehara city, Kanagawa pref. Around the Autumn Equinox, Hibanbana bloom beautiful red flowers. In Japan, the Equinox Day is called Higan, and the flower was named for it because it always bloom in Higan. Many Higanbana are planted around the way of rice field. It is very nice scenery of country side of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. There is a rope fence for a pass. Don’t go beyond the fence. Never disturb the farmers around the flowers.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Odakyu line to Isehara satation.
2. use bus to Hinatayakushi.
yes257http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/higanbana_ashigara_sports_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL150.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL150.flv.jpgHiganbana at Ashigara Sports ParkHiganbana at Minami Ashigara Sports Park (南足柄運動公園のヒガンバナ) has beautiful Higanbana, red spider lily, which bloom around the Autumn Equinox. There are big slope fields which are filled with thousands of Higanbana. The beautiful red flowers are just like a huge red wall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station.
1. use JR Gotenba Line to Yamakitacho.
2. walk south (20 min.)
yes269http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/roppongi_ark_hills_aki_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL194.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL194.flv.jpgRoppongi ARK Hills Aki MatsuriRoppongi ARK Hills Aki Matsuri (アークヒルズ秋祭り) is an Autumn Matsuri happens at Karayan open space of Roppongi ARK Hills. There is Bon Odori, and great food stands which you can enjoy the food of restaurants of ARK Hills. Bon Odori starts at 18:00 with Yagura. They have great drummers and sound system.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a lottery after the Bon Odori. All attendants of Bon Odori are able to get a ticket.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station.
1. use Nanboku Line to Roppongi Icchome (8 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes281http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akasaka_hikawa_bon_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL195.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL195.flv.jpgAkasaka Hikawa Bon MatsuriAkasaka Hikawa Matsuri (赤坂氷川祭) is the most important Matsuri of Akasaka Hikawa Shrine. It has also Bon Odori at Night. This Bon Odori is very unique. Geisha of Akasaka will join and dance Bon Odori. There are many food stands and they have great local beer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Bon Odori Start at 18:30 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station.
1. use Nanboku Line to Roppongi Icchome (8 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes332http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akasaka_hikawa_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL196.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL196.flv.jpgAkasaka Hikawa MatsuriAkasaka Hikawa Matsuri(赤坂氷川祭) is the major Matsuri of Akasaka Hikawa Shrine. It happens in the middle of September. There are 15 Mikoshi carried by local people and 3 great Dashi, the parade floats. Mikoshi start at Akasaka Sakasu, then travel all towns of Akasaka to visit Hikawa Shrine. Then, each Mikoshi travel back to their own town.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
It happens in September 15 and around the weekend. There are many Matsuri food stands in the shrine during the festival.
All Mikoshi arrived at Hikawa Shrine at Noon. Then, carriers take break. They carry Mikoshi back to their own town.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station.
1. use Nanboku Line to Roppongi Icchome (12 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes300http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bon_odori_motoshinmeigu_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL197.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL197.flv.jpgBon Odori at Motoshinmeigu ShrineBon Odori at Motoshinmeigu Shrine(元神明宮盆踊り)is one of Bon Odori Matsuri happens in the middle of September. This is small shrine, but they have great choice of Bon Odori. There are drummers for the dance. In the break time, you get free tea.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Bon Odori starts at 19:00 and finishs at 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station.
1. use Nanboku Line to Azabu Juban Icchome (8 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakuragi_shrine_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL198.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL198.flv.jpgSakuragi Shrine Bon OdoriSakuragi Shrine Bon Odori (桜木神社盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri which happens in the end of September. It happens at Kikuzaka of Hongo in Tokyo. Because this Bon Odori happens at Bunkyo ward, they play a couple of Bunkyo Bon Odori Songs.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Bon Odori starts at 21:00.
There are free tea service for all dancers.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchi line to Korakuen (16 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes277http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fiesta_mexicana/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL199.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL199.flv.jpgFiesta MexicanaFiesta Mexicana (フィエスタ・メヒカーナ) in Odaiba Tokyo is one of the biggest Mexican festival in Tokyo. There are many great Mexican food and drinks. If you are big fun of Tequila and Taco, this festival offers what you want. Also, there are Mexican clothes and accessories, as well. In time to time, the great Mexican musicians play great songs.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No admission fee.
Sponsored by Embajada de Mexico.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinbashi Station.
1. use Yurikamome to Daiba.
yes363http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/namasute_india/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL200.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL200.flv.jpgNamasute IndiaNamasute India (ナマステ・インディア) 2011 at Yoyogi Park is the biggest Indian festival in Japan. They have great Indian dance and music events, food stands which you can enjoy great tasty Indian foods, and Indian clothes and accessories. Also, you can buy great Indian curry paste, arts, craft works and incense.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No admission fee:
There are table for a lunch.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. walk north (15 min.)
yes327http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/higanbana_hibiya_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL201.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL201.flv.jpgHiganbana in Hibiya ParkHibiya Park (日比谷公園) is one of Higanbana spot in Tokyo. Around the Autumn Equinox, Higanbama bloom beautiful red flowers. Higanbana is located mostly around Tennis courts.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. walk south west (15 min.)
yes208http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakurada_moat/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL202.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL202.flv.jpgSakurada MoatSakurada Moat (桜田濠) is one of the moats of Edo Castle. It is the largest moat of Edo castle which located between Sakurada mon Gate and Hanzo mon Gate. It is popular Higanbana spot in Tokyo as well. Especially, you can enjoy beautiful white Higanbana.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Be careful. There are many runners around the Imperial palace.
Never enter the moat.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Yurakucho. (1 min.)
2. use Yurakucho Line to Sakuradamon (3 min.)yes241http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakashi_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL203.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL203.flv.jpgKakashi MatsuriKakashi Matsuri (かかし祭り) is a local Matsuri held in Higashi Azabu Shopping District. This Matsuri was started by Tohoku people who live in this town. There are many food stands which specialized in Tohoku, and other Matsuri Entertainments to enjoy!
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This Matsuri happens in the beginning of October.
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Roppongi Station.
1. use Toei Oedo Line to Akabanebashi.
2. walk west.
yes291http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/october_fest_yokohama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL151.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL151.flv.jpgOctober Fest in YokohamaOctober Fest in Yokohama (オクトーバーフェスト) is one of the biggest Beer Festival in Japan. It happens at Akarenga Soko (Red Brick Storage). You can enjoy great German Beer, and Japanese Beer. There are about 70 different kinds of beers in this festival. The great performers from German plays great song and music.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen. No kids.
Open: 12:00 to 21:30 weekdays. 11:00 to 21:30 weekends.
From: the beginning of October to the middle of October.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Minatomirai Line to Nihonoodori.
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes301http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_edamame/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT091.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT091.flv.jpgHow to cook EdamameEdamame (えだまめ) is the most popular beer appetizer in Japan. Edamame is green soybean. This is very simple food, but taste so nice with beer.
yes271http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minato_citizens_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL204.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL204.flv.jpgMinato citizen festivalMinato citizen's festival (みなと区民まつり) is a city festival of Minato ward happen in early October at Shiba Park and Zojoji Temple. There are many events and food stands which you can enjoy food from all over Japan and all over the world. Also, at the entertainment stage, many dancers, singers and other kinds of performers play for the event. Also, this will be one of the last Bon Odori Event in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stands in this festival. Also, in Zojoji area and Toritsu Shiba park area, there are free market and bazaar.
On Sunday, there is music and dance parade from Daimon to Zojoji.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Daimon.
2. walk west.
yes506http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kabukicho_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL205.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL205.flv.jpgKabukicho MatsuriKabukicho Matsuri (歌舞伎町まつり) is the last Bon Odori Matsuri in Tokyo. It happens in the middle of Kabukicho in early October. There is a dance demonstration between Bon Odori break time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The security of Kabukicho is very poor. Don't visit this Bon Odori with kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. walk north-east (10 min.)
yes329http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_kuri_gohan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT092.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT092.flv.jpgHow to cook Kuri GohanKuri Gohan (栗ご飯), chestnuts rice, is the popular delicacy of Japanese Autumn. In October, fresh chestnuts appear in a market, and Kuri Gohan is one of the way to enjoy Chestnuts. It is takikomi gohan, steaming with rice and ingredients in a rice cooker.
yes332http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyomizu_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT001.flv.jpgKiyomizu TempleKiyomizu Temple (清水寺, kiyomizu-dera) is one of the most popular temples in Kyoto. Kiyomizu Temple was established in 778 by priest Enchin. It is one of the oldest temple in Japan. Therefore, there are many historically important buildings including National Treasures. Also, it is designated as one of UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kyoto. Over 1,200 years, It was highly respected as "Kiyomizu no Kannon-san."
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids.
Open: 6:00 to 18:00 (close early in winter, and later in summer)
It opens at night in limited period (check out the official web for detail)
No parking. No parking around the temple either.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Local bus (207 city bus) to Kiyomizu michi.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes316http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nijo_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT002.flv.jpgNijo CastleNijo Castle (二条城, nijo-jo) is the flatland castle located in Kyoto. It is one of the most famous spot in Kyoto. Nijo-jo was built by Tokugawa Ieyasu for Shogun residence in Kyoto. 3rd Tokugawa Shogun, Iemitsu completed the construction in 1622. Nijo-jo has the great feature of Momoyama Style Culture and Art. As the castle of Kyoto, Nijo-jo appears in many historical scenes till the end of Edo period which is also known as Meiji Restoration. There are many historically important buildings including National Treasures. Also, it is designated as one of UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kyoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 600 for adult. 350 yen for junior and high school. 200 for elementally school. free for kids.
There is a group discount from 30 persons.
Open: 8:45 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:00)
Close at: Tuesday of Dec. Jan. Jul. Aug.
yes394http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/heian_jingu_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT003.flv.jpgHeian Jingu ShrineHeian Jingu Shrine (平安神宮) is a grand shrine which enshrines Emperor Kanmu and Emperor Komei. It was established in 1895. Emperor Kanmu is the 50th emperor who moves the capital from Nara to Kyoto in 794. The history of Kyoto begins after this capital relocation. The design of Heian Jingu Shrine is based on the government office, Choshuden, of the capital Kyoto during Heian Period. The shrines has a splendid architecture with beautiful red masts and green roofs. There are beautiful Japanese gardens surrounding this shrine.
<b>Visitor's info</b>
Admission for the gardens (Shrine is free): 600 yen.
Open (Shrine): 6:00 to 17:00 (Mostly) Open all night during new year's eve through new year's day.
Open (Garden): 8:30 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use city bus (5) to Kyotokaikanbijutukan mae (20 min.)
2. walk north (4 min.)
yes383http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kennin_ji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT005.flv.jpgKennin-ji TempleKennin-ji Temple (建仁寺) is the oldest Zen Temple in Kyoto. It was established by Priest Yousai in 1202. Priest Yousai traveled twice in China for his Buddhist practice. He brought tea from China. Therefore, he is the founder of Japanese tea.
Hojo Temple was moved from Ankokuji of Aki by Ekei in 1599. The Zen sect seeks the realization of this ideal through a strict training system stressing work and meditation. At present, there are three branches of Zen in Japan - the Rinzai, Soto, and Obaku schools. Kennin-ji belongs to the Rinzai tradition.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 300 yen for junior and high school.
Open: 10:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30), from Nov. to end of Feb. open till 16:00.
There is a parking. 200 yen for 30 min. (one hour free for visitors.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use city bus 206 or 100 to Gion.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes348http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimogamo_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT006.flv.jpgShimogamo ShrineKamomiyao Shrine (賀茂御祖神社), a.k.a Shimogamo Shrine (下鴨神社) is one of the most important shrine in Kyoto. Shimogamo Shrine is located northern Kyoto around Kamo river. It enshrines Kamotaketsune no Mikoto who legend said established Kyoto. The main shrines are registered as National Treasure, and the entire site of Shimogamo Shrine is designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was highly respected for making great relationships and rearing children.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Karasuma Line to Oike.
2. use Tozai Line to Sanjo.
3. use Keihan Line to Demachi Yanagi.
4. walk north (10 min.)
yes270http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gion/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT007.flv.jpgGionGion (祇園) is one of the most popular tourist spot in Kyoto. It is located eastern Kyoto around Yasaka Shrine. There are many Kyoto style houses which also used for restaurant, teahouse, and hotels, and most of them are established restaurants and hotels. Those houses and their area are preserved as the important historical buildings and historical Scenic Beauty. Therefore, the famous scenery of Kyoto is actually the view of Gion. Gion is the best place to walk around with Kimono in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or public bathroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use city bus 206 or 100 to Gion.
2. walk (5 min.)
yes315http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ishibei_koji_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT010.flv.jpgIshibei Koji StreetIshibei Koji Street (石塀小路) is one of the popular street in Kyoto. The street itself is very narrow which makes this view of this street very Kyoto. Ishibei literary means Stone moat. Because the houses on this street have beautiful stone walls, it was named "the narrow street with stone walls." The entire scenery of this street and houses are preserved as the important historical buildings.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The entrance is 3rd or 4th street from the main gate of Yasaka Shrine.
Watch your steps. This street is actually a slope.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use city bus 206 or 100 to Gion.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes181http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nenes_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT011.flv.jpgNene StreetNene's Street (ねねの道, nenenomichi) is one of the best known streets in Kyoto. It is located in front of Kodaiji Temple, that was built by Nene for her husband Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Nene also built Entokuin Temple. Those two temples she built for Hideyoshi are both alongside of the Nene's street. The view of Nene's street is considered as the most apparent view of Kyoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or public restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use city bus 206 or 100 to Gion.
2. walk (15 min.)yes170http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ninenzaka_sannen_zaka/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT012.flv.jpgNinen-zaka and Sannen-ZakaNinen-zaka and Sannen-Zaka (二念坂・産寧坂) are great shopping streets around eastern Kyoto, between Gion and Kiyomizu Temple. There are many food shops, restaurants and gift shops which offers you the taste of Kyoto. Both streets also have great Kyoto style view with traditional buildings. Those buildings are registered as the preserved area with important historical buildings. So, they are definitely one of the best streets for walking around with Kimono in Kyoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or public restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Local bus (207 city bus) to Kiyomizu michi.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes356http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyomizu_michi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT013.flv.jpgKiyomizu-michiKiyomizu-michi(清水道) is a street leading to Kiyomizu temple which is one of the most popular temple in Kyoto. This street is one of the most popular tourist spot in Kyoto. There are many gift shops, food stands, restaurants and cafe on this street. The main feature of this street is Nama-Yatsuhashi. Nama-Yatsuhashi is the most popular Kyoto Sweets. There are many Nama-Yatsuhashi shop on this street.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are about 25 food shops, sweet shops, restaurants, and gift shops.
No restroom or parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Local bus (207 city bus) to Kiyomizu michi.
yes182http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fushimi_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT004.flv.jpgFushimi CastleFushimi Castle (伏見城, fushimijo) is a hilltop castle located in southern Kyoto Prefecture. It was built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in 1592. Hideyoshi built this castle for his after retirement. In 1598, Hideyoshi died at this castle. After his death, Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to this castle. During the battle of Sekigahara, Torii, samurai of Ieyasu, protected this castle. However, he was defeated by Ishida Mitsunari. It was abandoned in 1619, and many buildings are moved to Kyoto. Current Tenshu-kaku was reconstructed in 1964. It is popular Sakura spot in Kyoto.
<b> Tourist Info.</b>
Park is open for all day, but Tenshu-kaku is closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use JR Nara Line to Momoyama.
2. walk north (15 min.)
yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gion_shinmachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT008.flv.jpgGion ShinmachiGion Shinmachi (祗園新町) is located the northern area around Shirakawa river and Shinbashi street. This area is one of the best scenery of Gion. The view of this area is preserved as the important historical buildings. The view of Tatsumi Bridge is one of the best view of Kyoto. Beside the Shirakawa River, there are many established restaurants.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or public restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use city bus 206 or 100 to Gion.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes241http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_koji_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT009.flv.jpgHanami-Koji StreetHanami-Koji Street (花見小路) is the main street of Gion. It runs from north to south about 1km long. South side of Shijo Street is one of the most famous spot in Kyoto. There are many Kyoto style houses which are also very established restaurants, tea houses and hotels. This is one of the best streets for walking around with Kimono in Kyoto.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There is no parking or public restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use city bus 206 or 100 to Gion.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kisibojin_oeshiki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL206.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL206.flv.jpgKisibojin OeshikiKisibojin Oeshiki (鬼子母神・御会式) is one of the major Matsuri happen in the middle of October. It is the religious ritual of Nichiren Buddhism. There are many huge hand carry lanterns with paper Sakukra. The huge lantern is called "Mando." They parade from Ikebukuro Station, to Kishibojin Temple. The light of lanterns is just like sweeping Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This festival happens from October 16 to 18. At the last day, they will parade from Ikebukuro Station to Kishibojin temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station.
1. walk east (2 min.)
yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokosuka_mikoshi_parade/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL152.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL152.flv.jpgYokosuka Mikoshi ParadeYokosuka Mikoshi Parade (横須賀神輿パレード) is Mikoshi Matsuri happens in October at Yokosuka. All Mikoshi of Yokosuka and Miura gather at Yokosukachuo Station, and they parade all the way to Yokosuka US Navy Base. They finished inside of the base and have friendship festival there. It is very unique and exciting to see the great collaboration of American and Japanese culture. There are over 70 Mikoshi including special Mikoshi of Yokosuka Navy Base and Japanese self-defese force.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is baggage-check to enter the base.
There are many great food stand which you can enjoy American food.
Access only permitted area.
No parking, and streets will be closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Chuo Station.
1. walk (1 min.)
yes403http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsushika_industrial_fair/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL207.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL207.flv.jpgKatsushika Industrial FairKatsushika Industrial Fair (葛飾区産業フェア) is a public event which represent all industrial products and craftworks of Katsushika ward. There are many fresh local products, such as vegetables, Sake and plants. In craftworks section, there are demonstrations by local craftmen of Katsushika. You can also buy those craftworks.
<b>Event Info.</b>
This event happens in the middle of October at Katsuhika Techno Plaza.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nippori Station.
1. use Keisei Line to Aoto.
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes434http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ara_river_cosmos_road/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL049.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL049.flv.jpgAra River Cosmos RoadAra River Cosmos Road (荒川コスモス街道) is the most popular Cosmos Spot in Kanto. On the riverside, there are over 10 million flowers which bloom in the middle of October. The beautiful pink flowers cover all over the field.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. JR Takasaki Line to Fukiage
2. take bus to Kosumosuarina
yes335http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoshimi_town_cosmos/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL050.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL050.flv.jpgYoshimi Town CosmosYoshimi Town Cosmos (吉見町コスモス) is one of Cosmos Spot in Saitama. There are 6 million flowers which bloom in the middle of October.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. JR Takasaki Line to Konosu Station.
2. use bus to Yoshimi Shiyakuso.
3. walk east (10min.)
yes260http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hana_no_oasis/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL051.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL051.flv.jpgHana no OasisHana no Oasis (花のオアシス) is a flower park with beautiful Clary and Marrygold. It is located in Konosu, Saitama. In the middle of October, over 15,000 clary and 5,000 marrygold bloom rich colored flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. JR Takasaki Line to Kita Konosu Station.
2. walk east (20 min)
yes221http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_tankobushi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT083.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT083.flv.jpgHow to dance Tankobushi Tankobushi (炭坑節) is the most popular Bon Odori Song. All Bon Odori Matsuri always play this song. So, it is this basic and simple dance which everyone can dance easily.
Tankobushi
"The song of Coal Miners"
(walk counterclockwise)
Song: Masao Suzuki.
Level: 01 Very Easy
Type: Basic
yes121http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_tokyo_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT084.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT084.flv.jpgHow to dance Tokyo OndoTokyo Ondo (東京音頭) is one of the most popular Bon Odori song in Tokyo. It is very easy dance, so it plays many other place as well.
Tokyo Ondo
"Tokyo Dance Song"
(walk counterclockwise)
Song: Kouta Katsutaro Mishima Hitokoe.
Level: 01 Very Easy
Type: Basic
yes98http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_shin_sakura_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT079.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT079.flv.jpgHow to dance Shin Sakura OndoShin Sakura Ondo (新さくら音頭) is one of Bon Odori Song. Its dance is little faster.
「新さくら音頭」"Shin Sakura Ondo
作詞作曲:荒木 栄 by Sakae Araki
Level: 03 Normal
Type: Rhythmical
yes140http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_kawachi_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT089.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT089.flv.jpgHow to dance Kawachi OndoKawachi Ondo (河内音頭) is local song of Osaka. Its dance is very difficult, especially the step. Once you got the steps, it is very fun dance.
Level: 05 Expert
Type: Rhythmical
yes140http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_tourism_kiku_flower_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL208.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL208.flv.jpgTokyo Tourism Kiku Flower FestivalTokyo Tourism Kiku Flower Festival (東京都観光菊花大会) is a Kiku Flower exhibition happens at Hibiya Park in the beginning of November. Kiku, chrysanthemum, is one of the main flowers of Japanese Autumn. There are about 2,000 highly cultivated Kiku Flowers in this festival. You can enjoy many different kinds of Kiku Flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No admission fee.
Period: from Nov. 1 to Nov. 23.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchu line to Kasumigaseki.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes249http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/imperial_kiku_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL211.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL211.flv.jpgThe garden of Imperial Kiku flowerThe garden of Kiku, the Imperial Flower (皇室ゆかりの菊花壇), happens at Shinjuku Gyoen National Gaeden in the beginning to middle of November. Kiku, chrysanthemum, is one main flowers of Japanese Autumn. It is also considered as Japanese Imperial Flower. Mamy highly cultivated Kiku flowers are exhibited around the Japanese Garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: from Nov. 1 to Nov. 15.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use Marunouchi line to Shinjuku Gyoen mae.
2. walk (3 min)
yes352http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yushima_shrine_kiku_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL210.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL210.flv.jpgYushima Shrine Kiku MatsuriYushima Shrine Kiku Matsuri (湯島天神菊まつり) is one of popular chrysanthemum in Tokyo. It happens from Nov. 1 to Nov 23. Kiku, chrysanthemum, is one of the main flowers of Japanese Autumn. There are about 2,000 highly cultivated Kiku Flowers in this festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No admission fee.
Open: from 6:00 to sunset
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Yamanote line to Okachimaci
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes179http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiba_rikyu_october_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL209.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL209.flv.jpgOctober Sakura in Shiba RikyuGarden (芝離宮十月桜, juugatsu zakura) is beautiful Winter Sakura. This Sakura blooms twice a year: Spring and Winter. In winter, it blooms from the end of October to the middle of January. If you missed Sakura in April, enjoy winter Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 150 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Hamamatsucho.
2. walk east (1 min.)yes174http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinjuku_akari_art_expo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL212.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL212.flv.jpgAkari Art Expo in ShinjukuAkari Art Expo in Shinjuku (新宿あかりアート展) happens in early November at Moa 4th Street of Shinjuku. Akari Art is the art of light created by Mono Washi Paper. About 26 art works from the previous exhibitions at Mino will be displayed under the light of city.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a shop which sells Washi products.
Light-up starts around 4:00p.m. and finish at 9:00p.m.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. walk east (5 min.)
yes308http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asakusa_kiku_show/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL213.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL213.flv.jpgAsakusa Kiku Flower ShowAsakusa Kiku Flower Show (淺草菊花展) is popular Kiku Matsuri in Tokyo. It happens at Sensoji from the middle of Oct. to the muddle of Nov. Kiku, chrysanthemum, is one of the main flowers of Japanese Autumn. There are about 1,000 highly cultivated Kiku Flowers in this festival. Some of them are seeded and nursed by local children.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can also buy the flowers and nursery plants.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Ginza Line to Asakusa.
2. walk north (5 min.).
yes245http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_tohoku_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT080.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT080.flv.jpgHow to dance Tohoku OndoTohoku Ondo (東北音頭) is popular Bon Odori Song of Tohoku region. It is normal speed and simple move.
Song: Hashi Yukio
(counter clockwise)
Level: 02
Type: easy
yes160http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_kawachi_otokobushi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT082.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT082.flv.jpgHow to dance Kawachi OtokobushiKawachi Otokobushi (河内おとこ節) is one of Bon Odori Song. It is the song of Osaka, but it plays widely even in Tokyo. It is very rhythmical dance.
Song: Mitsuko Nakamura.
(counter clockwise)
Level: 03
Type: rhythmical
yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_yukata_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT086.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT086.flv.jpgHow to dance Yukata OndoYukata Ondo (ゆかた音頭) is a popular Bon Odori Song. This is very unique dance because it uses Uchiwa, a fan.
Yukata Ondo
"Yukata Dance Song"
Song: Masao Suzuki.
use paper fan on right hand
(walk counterclockwise)
Level: 04
Type: Uchiwa
yes187http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_oedo_tokyo_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT088.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT088.flv.jpgHow to dance Oedo Tokyo OndoOedo Tokyo Ondo (大江戸東京音頭) is one of new Bon Odori song. It is the remix version of Tokyo Ondo. However, the dance is very speedy and different from Tokyo Ondo.
Oedo Tokyo Ondo
"Oedo Tokyo Dance Song"
Song: Akiko Yoshida.
(walk counterclockwise)
Level: 04
Trpe: rhythmical
yes210http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamanashi_panorama_hilltop/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL054.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL054.flv.jpgPanorama HilltopPanorama Hilltop (パノラマ台, panoramadai) is a mountain located between Lake Motosu and Lake Shoji. The altitude of the summit is 1325m and it has great view of Mt. Fuji and panorama view of north side of Mt. Fuji including Lake Motosu and Lake Shoji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are two entrances to the summit, from lake Shoji and from lake Motosu. Both entrance has bus stop, but very few buses stop there. There is parking on lake Shoji side.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use Fujikyu Bus to Panoramadai.
yes202http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyo_lake_motosu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL055.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL055.flv.jpgKoyo of lake MotosuKoyo of lake Motosu (本栖湖紅葉) is very beautiful. In the beginning of November, trees around lake Motosu will change their color to beautiful autumn leaves. Especially, Tokai Shizen Road offers great Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
South side of Lake Motosu has beautiful Koyo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use Fujikyu Bus to Lake Motosu.
yes311http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_sai_wild_bird_forest/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL056.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL056.flv.jpgLake Sai Forest Park of Wild BirdsLake Sai Park Forest of Wild Bird (西湖野鳥の森公園, saikoyachonomorikouen) is a park located west side of Lake Sai. In this park, you can enjoy bird watching all though the year. It has also great view of Mt. Fuji. There is a restaurant and gallery where also you can enjoy bird watching from warm room in winter.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
No admission fee.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use Saiko Aokigahara retoro bus to Saikoyachonomorikouen.
yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_sai_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL057.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL057.flv.jpgKoyo of Lake SaiKoyo of Lake Sai (西湖紅葉) is very popular Autumn spot around Mt. Fuji. In the beginning of November, you can enjoy beautiful Koyo, the autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Because Lake Sai is the favorite place for summer camps and training, many hotels have various kinds of facilities such as tennis coat, music hole, gymnasium. There are also many exciting caves.
<b>Access </b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. Use local bus to Saiko (30 min.)
yes238http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/summary_gujo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF039.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF039.flv.jpgGujo SummarizedGujo (郡上) is a castle town located in the middle of Gifu Prefecture. The city of Gujo is surrounded by mountains. It is well known as the castle town with pure water and dance. There are many traditional houses including a castle. The scenery of castle town is well preserved and offers great time traveling to Edo Period. Also, the pure water from springs, canal and river give tourist very peaceful moment. The history and tradition, such as Gujo Odori, of over 400 years still live in Gujo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking.
Downtown is very small and all spots are walking distance.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
yes409http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gero_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF051.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF051.flv.jpgGero OnsenGero Onsen is one of the most famous Onsen in Japan. It is located middle eastern Gifu Prefecture. It was considered as top three Onsen during Muromachi period. Famous priest of Kyoto recommended Gero, Kusatsu and Arima were the best Onsen in Japan. Today, Gero Onsen is still one of the most popular Onsen and many tourist visit and enjoy Onsen. Gero is located in the valley, therefore it offers great nature and nostalgic view of Japan. There are many Onsen hotels, public Onsen and free foot Onsen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Prepare towel for foot Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tajimi Station.
1. use JR Ota Line to Mino-Ota (30 min.)
2. use JR Takayama Line to Gero (1 hr. 20 min.)
yes240http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sample_kobo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF042.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF042.flv.jpgSample KoboSample Kobo (さんぷる工房) is a factory which produces fake foods. It is located in Gujo, Gifu. Their studio is open so that you can see making fake food. At the store section, you can buy fake food for your gifts. Not, only gifts for your souvenir, you can buy real fake food which you can display show window at your restaurants. Tempura, Ramen, Sushi, Beer and other are look real. Also, Sample Kobo has an experiencing making fake food.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
Close: Thursday.
Experiencing making fake dessert:
Price: 850 yen.
You must make a reservation.
Telephone Reservation Only: 0575-67-1870
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
3. walk south.
yes405http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gujo_hachiman_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF040.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF040.flv.jpgGujo-Hachiman CastleGujo-Hachiman Castle (郡上八幡城) is a hilltop castle located Gujo, Gifu. It was built in 1559 by Endo Morikazu. It is the symbol of Gujo city. All the stone walls are registered as historical assets of Gifu. Current Tenshu-kaku was reconstructed in 1933. It is one of very few wooden reconstructed castles in Japan. On the top floor of Tenshu-kaku, you can enjoy great view of Gujo city.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking, but no large car and trucks are allowed.
Admission for Tenshu-kaku museum: 300 yen for adult, 150 yen for kids. There is a group discount from 20 persons.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30 ( open till 18:00 during summer).
Close: from Dec 20 to Jan 10.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
3. walk east.
yes273http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gujo_castle_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF041.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF041.flv.jpgCastle Town of GujoCastle Town of Gujo (郡上の城下町) remains great Edo style scenery. There are many traditional houses including a castle. Its view of castle town offers tourist great Edo walking. Some of the houses, temples streets and canals are exist since Edo period. Even today, the scenery of castle town is preserved well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
yes273http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gero_gassho_village/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF052.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF052.flv.jpgGassho Village of Gero OnsenGassho Village of Gero Onsen (下呂温泉合掌村) is the open-air Gassho style house museum located in Gero Onsen. There are 10 Gassho Houses removed from Shirakawa-go and other places. They restores the site of middle age village of Japan. Inside of Gassho Houses also displays the lifestyle and tools of those old ages. Some of the houses have experiencing Japanese traditional craft works such as ceramics. The eastern area of this village is called "Saijiki no Mori," literary means the forest of seasons' events. You can enjoy seasonable flowers, especially Sakura there is very beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 800 yen for adult, 400 yen for kids. There is a group discount from 30 persons.
Theatre: 300 yen.
The slide: 100 yen. (minimum age 3)
Open: 8:30 to 17:00
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tajimi Station.
1. use JR Ota Line to Mino-Ota (30 min.)
2. use JR Takayama Line to Gero (1 hr. 20 min.)
3. use local bus to Gasshomura.
yes431http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hotel_gujo_hachiman_dance/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF050.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF050.flv.jpgGujo Dance at Hotel Gujo HachimanHotel Gujo Hachiman (ホテル郡上八幡) offers the dance lecture of Gujo Dance (郡上おどり). Gujo Odori is one of the most famous folk dance in Japan. There are 10 different dances, and most of them are played widely in Japan at Bon Odori Matsuri in summer. Hotel Gujo Hachiman has free dance lecture for their guests at night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Time of the lecture: 9:00p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
For guests only.
It has live music.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gujo-Hachiman Station.
1. use shuttle bus to Hotel Gujo Hachiman.
yes281http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gero_shirataki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF055.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF055.flv.jpgGero Shirataki FallsShirataki Falls (白滝) is one of waterfalls of Yokotani Vally, Gifu prefecture. It is 17m tall waterfalls. There are 3 other waterfalls near this falls. Its hiking corse to see all ofthem offers nice walking with beautiful nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
need a car.
From Gero Onsen, drive route 256 to Michinoeki Hidakanayamanukumorinosato. Pass it and drive till Shirayama shrine. (40 min. from Gero Onsen)
yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otaki_cavern/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF044.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF044.flv.jpgOtaki CavernOtaki Cavern (大滝鍾乳洞) is one of the largest cave in Tokai region. It is located in Gujo, Gifu prefecture. The entire site is over 7km long and 700m of the area is opened. There is a 30m tall underground waterfalls which explains that stalactites are still actively growing. That underground waterfalls, called Otaki, is the tallest underground waterfalls in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 1000 yen for adult. junior 800 yen. kid 500 yen. There is a group discount from 15 persons.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00
There is a parking.
Tour takes about 30 min.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. take a taxi to Otakishonyudo (15 min.)
yes279http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jionzen_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF043.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF043.flv.jpgJionzen-ji TempleJionzen-ji Temple (慈恩禅寺) is Rinzai Zen temple located in Gujo, Gifu prefecture. This temple was established in 1606 by the castle lord, Endo Yoshitaka. He invided Priest Hanzan from Kyoto. There are graves of Endo clan in this temple. It has a beautiful Japanese Zen garden called "Tesso-en." It is very famous Koyo spot in Gujo.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
No photo graph and Video Camera. DO NOT take Photograph and Video tape.
There is no parking.
Admission: 300 yen for adult. 200 for under junior.
Close: on winter.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access.</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
3. walk south (10 min.)
yes276http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kokin_denju_sato/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF045.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF045.flv.jpgKokin Denju no SatoKokin Denju no Sato (古今伝授の里) is a field museum and Wakashu Museum located Gujo, Gifu prefecture. There are several museums which represent the art of Japanese traditional poems, called Kokin Wakashu. In those museum, either you know or not, you can still enjoy Waka by watching its art. The restaurants and tea houses here offers great relaxing moment with beautiful nature. The entire site of the field is also the museum. Many arts are displayed in the field.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Admission for the museum of Waka and memorial museum of To clan: 300 yen for adult, 100 for kids. There is a group discount.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to Tokunaga Station.
2. walk east (30 min.)
yes306http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sougisui/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF046.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF046.flv.jpgSougisuiSougisui (宗祇水) is a spring of Gujo. It is the first registered 100 best water in Japan. It is also the historical site of Gujo. Two famous poets in Muromachi period in 1471 wrote poems for their farewell at this spring. The view around this spring is very beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can drink this water. So, never touch directly this water. Use a scoop which placed at this place.
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
3. walk south.
yes87http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gujo_saito_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF047.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF047.flv.jpgGujo Saito MuseumSaito Museum (齋藤美術館) is a museum of tea sets and tea related arts located in Gujo, Gifu prefecture. The house of the museum is also the national cultural assets. Saito Family was very strong merchant. This museum displays all their treasures. Also, they are famous tea masters. Front side of the house is also a tea cafe.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids. There is a group discount from 20 persons.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (till 18:00 on August)
Close on Thursday expect August.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
3. walk south.
yes214http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/omodaka_folk_craft_musem/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF048.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF048.flv.jpgOmodaka Folk Craft MusemOkumino Omodaka House Folk Craft Musem (奥美濃おもだか家民芸館) is located Gujo, Gifu prefecture. It is folk craft museum which displays the local craft works, arts and daily tools. At the front side of the house is used Kimono and gift shops.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 250 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
3. walk south.
yes213http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gujo_hachiman_castle_night/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF049.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF049.flv.jpgGujo-Hachiman Castle at nightGujo-Hachiman Castle (郡上八幡城) has a beautiful light-up at night in the beginning of November when Momiji is having Koyo. In this time, Tenshu-kaku is also open at night. The castle at night is so beautiful and Momiji of this castle are very popular in Gifu Prefecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up: from sunset to 21:00
Most likely from November 5th to middle of November.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
3. walk east
yes116http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gero_onsen_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF053.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF053.flv.jpgGero Onsen MuseumOnsen Museum from Gero (下呂発温泉博物館) is a Onsen museum located in Gero Onsen. This museum explains 5 topics: the science of Onsen. Culture of Onsen. Welcome to Gero Onsen. Dr. Onsen. and Onsen Challenge. This is one of few museum which explains about Onsen from aspects of culture and science in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids. There is a group discount from 10 persons.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tajimi Station.
1. use JR Ota Line to Mino-Ota (30 min.)
2. use JR Takayama Line to Gero (1 hr. 20 min.)
3. walk east (20 min.)
yes367http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/futami_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF054.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF054.flv.jpgFutami FallsFutami Falls (二見滝) is one of waterfalls of Yokotani Vally, Gifu prefecture. It is two-step falls with 9m in total. There are 3 other waterfalls near this falls. Its hiking corse to see all ofthem offers nice walking with beautiful nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
need a car.
From Gero Onsen, drive route 256 to Michinoeki Hidakanayamanukumorinosato. Pass it and drive till Shirayama shrine. (40 min. from Gero Onsen)
yes80http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF056.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF056.flv.jpgKoyo FallsKoyo Falls (紅葉滝) is one of waterfalls of Yokotani Vally, Gifu prefecture. It is 9m tall waterfalls. There are 3 other waterfalls near this falls. Its hiking corse to see all ofthem offers nice walking with beautiful nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
need a car.
From Gero Onsen, drive route 256 to Michinoeki Hidakanayamanukumorinosato. Pass it and drive till Shirayama shrine. (40 min. from Gero Onsen)
yes82http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yanaka_water_path/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF057.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF057.flv.jpgYanaka water pathYanaka water path(やなか水のこみち, yanakamizunokomichi) is a small Kyoto style back street of Gujo. It is considered as the best scenery of Gujo city. This small street has a beautiful canal to represent the city of pure water. This beautiful bath exisit since Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Be careful. Cars also use this small street.
There are three local museums surrounding this path.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
3. walk south.
yes131http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yabusame_zushi_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL153.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL153.flv.jpgYabusame at Zushi beachYabusame at Zushi beach (逗子海岸流鏑馬) is one of Yabusame ceremony in Kanagawa. It happens in the end of November. Yabusame is a traditional Japanese horseback archery started in 1199 by 2nd Kamakura Shogun, Minamoto no Yoriie. There are two major Yabusame style in Japan. In Zushi Yabusame, Takeda-ryu Yabusame demonstrate their horseback archery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The ritual reception and Samura parade start at 10:20 at Kameoka Shrine. They parade all shopping area of Zushi Station.
Yabusame Start at 13:00 at Zushi Beach.
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Zushi.
yes259http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koshu_road_gingko_avenue/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL214.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL214.flv.jpgKoshu Road Gingko AvenueKoshu Road Gingko Avenue (甲州街道いちょう並木, koshukaido ichounamiki) is famous Gingko Avenue in Tokyo. Koshu Road is the street which connects Tokyo and Kofu. On Koshu Road between Hachioji station and Takao Station, approximately 4km long, there are about 760 Gingko trees. At the end of November to the beginning of December, they will have beautiful Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It will be nice walking to mt. Takao from Nishi-Hachioji Station where also has beautiful Koyo at the same time.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nishi-Hachioji or Takao Station.
2. walk (1 min.)
yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_agedashi_dofu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT094.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT094.flv.jpgHow to cook Agedashi DofuAgedashi Dofu (揚げ出し豆腐) is deep fried tofu with Dashi sauce. It is one of the most popular Izakaya appetizer. It is the vege-food, very easy to cook, very healthy and very tasty.
yes406http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_Yagibushi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT087.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT087.flv.jpgHow to dance YagibushiYagibushi (八木節) is very popular Bon Dance song. It is local song of Gunma pref. It is very simple rhythmical dance.
"Song of Yagi"
(walk counterclockwise)
Level: 01 Easy
Type: Rhythmical
yes127http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_dai_tokyo_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT085.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT085.flv.jpgHow to dance Dai Tokyo OndoDai Tokyo Ondo (大東京音頭) is very popular Bon Odori song in Tokyo. The move is slow, but there are many moves. It's is very joyful dance.
Dai Tokyo Ondo.
"Great Tokyo Dance Song"
(walk counterclockwise)
Song: Yoshio Hashi, Akiko Kanazawa
Level: 02
Type: Slow
yes168http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_omikoshi_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT081.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT081.flv.jpgHow to dance Omikoshi OndoOmikoshi Ondo (おみこし音頭) is Bon Odori song which imitate the action of carrying Mikoshi.
Song: Masao Suzuki, Michiko Fuji.
(walk counterclockwise)
Level: 03 Normal
Type: Hands & Steps
yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_koyo_meguro_river/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL215.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL215.flv.jpgSakura Koyo of Meguro riverSakura of Meguro river (目黒川の紅葉) is not only beautiful in April, but also they have stunning beauty of Koyo in the end of November. There are about 830 Sakura, Someiyoshino, at the river between Meguro Station and Ikejiriohashi Station.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Best view spots: Between Nakamegro Station and Meguro Station. The entire site is about 3.8 km long.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Nakameguro (4 min.)
2. walk (5 min.)
yes220http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koishikawa_korakuen_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL216.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL216.flv.jpgKoyo at Koishikawa Korakuen Koyo of Koishikawa Korakuen Garden (小石川後楽園の紅葉) is very beautiful Autumn scenery. There are hundreds of Momiji trees in this garden, and in the end of November, they will turn to a beautiful Koyo.
Tourist Info.
Admission fee: 300 yen.
Open: 9:00 to 18:00 (during Sakura Season)
No Hanami Party.
Access
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Suidobashi
2. walk north west (10 min.)
yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otori_shrine_torinoichi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL217.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL217.flv.jpgTorinoichi at Otori ShrineTorinoichi at Otori Shrine (鷲神社酉の市) in Asakusa is the biggest and most popular Torinoichi in Tokyo. Torinoichi of Otori Shrine happens twice or three times a year in November since Edo period. It is Matsuri which also sales Kumade, one the Shinto Lucky items. Thousands of people worship at this shrine in Matsuri and buy Kumade for their business fortune. Kumade is one of lucky item in Japanese tradition. It shapes a claws of falconine which represents gathering luck and wealth. There are many Kumade shops sales unique Kumade. None of them has the same figure.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. It will be very crowded.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Hibiya Line to Iriya (4 min.)
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes172http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sumida_river_art_site_crusing/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL218.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL218.flv.jpgArt Site Crusing at Sumida RiverArt Site Crusing at Sumida River (アートサイトクルージング) is a tourist project sponsored by Sumida and Taito ward. During Oct. and Nov., there is art demostration around Asakusa. Those arts are designed by the students of Tokyo Art University.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This art event is sponsored by Tokyo Art University. In November, at the Kaminarimon Town, there is a small outside art exhibition. Every year they will have different art.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa Station.
1. walk west (15 min.)
yes125http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kokkai_zentei_japanese_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL219.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL219.flv.jpgKokkai Zentei Japanese GardenKokkai Zentei Japanese Garden (国会前庭 日本庭園) is located in front of Japanese Parliament House. This garden was used to be the house of Kuki clan during Edo period. This garden is a typical circuit style garden with pond. In Autumn, it has beautiful Koyo, Autumn leaves. This garden is also surrounded by Gingko trees. They will also have great Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom. no parking.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
Admission: Free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchi Line to Kokaigijidomae.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kokkai_zentei_western_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL220.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL220.flv.jpgKokkai Zentei Western GardenKokkai Zentei Western Garden (国会前庭 西洋庭園) is located in front of Japanese Parliament House. This western style garden was used to be the house of Ii clan. There is Tower clock which symbolizes the division of powers. In this garden, there is Memorial Museum of Parliament. There is also Tokyo Peil.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission for Memorial Museum of Parliament: Free.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchi Line to Kokaigijidomae.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes139http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rikugien_koyo_lighten_up/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL221.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL221.flv.jpgRikugien Koyo lighten-upRikugien (六義園) has lighten up Koyo at the end of November when its leaves are having beautiful Autumn leaves. The Lighten up Koyo is the beautiful collaboration of traditional Japanese garden and modern arts. Every year, they have different sets of the art of light.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen.
Light-up: from middle of November to the beginning of December.
Time: from sunset to 21:00.
During this light-up, the northern gate opens.
yes319http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jingugaien_gingko_avenue/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL222.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL222.flv.jpgThe Gingko Avenue of JingugaienThe Gingko Avenue of Jingugaien (神宮外苑銀杏並木) is one of the most famous Gingko spot in Tokyo. There are four rows of Gingko trees, 146 trees in total. In the beginning of December, they will have beautiful Koyo. Many people enjoy this splendid yellow view during the season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Ginza Line to Aoyamaicchome.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes243http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_avenue_aoyama_cemetery/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL223.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL223.flv.jpgSakura Avenue of Aoyama CemeterySakura Avenue of Aoyama Cemetery (青山公園桜並木) is the very famous Sakura spot in Tokyo. In the end of November to the beginning of December, it has beautiful Koyo, the Autumn leaves. This avenue offers a beautiful tunnel of cherry blossom in April and red tunnel in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
Do not enter the cemetery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Ginza Line to Gaienmae.
2. walk south-east (5 min.)
yes161http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_yaki_onigiri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT095.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT095.flv.jpgHow to cook Yaki-OnigiriYaki-Onigiri (焼きおにぎり) is a grilled rice ball with soy sauce or miso flavor. It is one of the most popular Izakaya appetizer. Most likely, people at Izakaya eat Yaki-Onigiri at the end.
yes390http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/musashino_park_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL224.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL224.flv.jpgKoyo in Musashino ParkMusashino Park (武蔵野公園) is located in Fuchu and Koganei city, Tokyo. It is forest park which has beautiful Koyo, Autumn leaves, in the beginning of December. Because it is forest park, there are various kinds of Koyo trees, especially its Momiji is very famous.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chofu Station.
1. use Bus to Musashinokoen.
yes375http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koganei_park_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL225.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL225.flv.jpgKoyo in Koganei ParkKoganei Park (小金井公園) is located in Koganei city, Tokyo. It is one of the best Sakura spot in Tokyo. In Autumn, it is also very popular Koyo spots. There are many Koyo trees, especially its Gingko is very beautiful. In the beginning of December, you can enjoy the end of Autumn and arrival of winter.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kichijoji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Musashikoganei.
2. use Seibu Bus to Kobaneikoennishiguchi.
yes375http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoyogi_park_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL226.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL226.flv.jpgKoyo in Yoyogi parkYoyogi park (代々木公園) has great Gingko forest which has splendid Koyo in the end of November to the beginning of December. Many people visit this park and enjoy golden carpet of Gingko leaves. There are also many other Koyo trees, such as Momiji and Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku.
2. walk west (3 min.)
yes366http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inokashira_park_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL227.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL227.flv.jpgKoyo of Inokashira ParkKoyo of Inokashira Park (井の頭公園の紅葉) is very beautiful. There are many Momiji, Japanese maples, in Inokashira park, and they will change their color to beautiful bright red. Also, Sakura will have great Koyo. Not only those famous Koyo trees, but also there are many other Koyo trees because it is natural forest park of Tokyo. In the pond of the park, you can enjoy boat riding and sightseeing Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
Boat riding: 600 yen per hour.
Cycling boat: 600 yen per 30 min.
Swan boat: 700 yen per 30 min.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kichijoji Station.
1. walk south (5 min.)
yes310http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_kameyama_koyo_cruising/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL036.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL036.flv.jpgLake Kameyama Koyo CruisingLake Kameyama Koyo Cruising (亀山湖 紅葉狩りクルーズ) offers the best Koyo tour around Tokyo. It is about 40 min. cruising which travel to the deep side of the lake. Those spots are inaccessible by walking or car. There is two cruising, Inokawa river cruise and Sasagawa river cruise. This video is Sasagawa river cruising.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This event happens around middle of November to the beginning of December.
You can ride at the rental boat place.
Time: 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00
Admission: 1000 yen.
There are parking.
There is restroom at piers.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu Station.
1. use JR Kururi Line to Kazusa Kameyama (1 hr. 12 min.)
2. walk south (20 min.)
yes328http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inokawa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL034.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL034.flv.jpgInokawa ValleyInokawa Valley (猪ノ川渓谷) is located in Boso Peninsula. It has great Koyo at the beginning of December. Inokawa valley has many Momiji, Japanese maples, therefore, during the autumn, the valley is going to be colored with splendid bright red.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no restroom.
You can park at the entrance of Kazusa no mori.
Cation: Road is very narrow, so watch out cars.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu Station.
1. use JR Kururi Line to Kazusa Kameyama (1 hr. 12 min.)
2. walk south east (1 hr.)
yes326http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurotaki_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL035.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL035.flv.jpgKurotaki FallKurotaki Falls (黒滝) is located Inokawa Valley, Chiba pref. It is 4 steps waterfalls. In the end of November to the beginning of December, it has beautiful Koyo around the fallls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no restroom.
You can park at the entrance of Kazusa no mori.
Cation: Road is very narrow, so watch out cars.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu Station.
1. use JR Kururi Line to Kazusa Kameyama (1 hr. 12 min.)
2. walk south east (1 hr. 30 min.)
yes147http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyo_yoro_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL037.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL037.flv.jpgKoyo of Yoro ValleyKoyo of Yoro Valley (養老渓谷の紅葉) is one of the famous Koyo in Kanto. Yoro Valley is located in the middle of Boso Peninsula, Chiba prefecture. On the riverside of Yoro river, there is a beautiful hiking course and you can enjoy stunning view of red valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can start hiking from Yorokeikoku station, and end at Awamata Falls. There is a bus to head back to the station. It will take entire day hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisaradu Station.
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Goi (21 min.)
3. use Obatatetsudo Line to Yorokeikoku (1 hr.)
yes351http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_kameyama_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL038.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL038.flv.jpgKoyo at Lake KameyamaLake Kameyama (亀山湖) is an artificial lake located in the middle of Boso Peninsula, Chiba prefecture. Around the lake has beautiful nature and forest which have splendid view of Koyo in Autumn. There are many view spots and cruising for hidden spots. The best time to visit for Koyo is between the end of November to the beginning of December.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom. Map is available at the tourist organization building.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisaradu station.
1. use JR Kururi Line to Kazusa Kameyama (1 hr. 20 min.)
yes294http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/caretta_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL236.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL236.flv.jpgCaretta Illumination 2011Caretta Illumination 2011"Blue Forest" (カレッタイルミネーション) is one of the best illumination in Tokyo during Christmas. At the Caretta Shiodome, there is the forest of the light appears. This forest is called "Blue Forest" which give people power and healing. Every 30 min, there is a light show with music.
There is photo shooting service. The stuffs at this event will take your photo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: from December 6 to January 9. (Close on New year's day and 2)
Time: 17:00 to 22:00.
The light show: 10 min. for every 30 min.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Shinbashi.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes355http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/artelligent_christmas_2011/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL232.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL232.flv.jpgArtelligent Christmas 2011Roppongi Hills Artelligent Christmas 2011(六本木ヒルズアーテリジェンスクリスマス) is winter light-up at Roppongi Hills. It is very famous winter illumination in Tokyo. Every year, it has different concept of the art of light. The illuminations are set at Keyaki-zaka, Mori Garden, 66 Plaza and Oyame Plaza.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: from the early Nov. to Christmas.
Time: 17:00 to 23:00 (to 24:00 66 plaza)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Roppongi Station.
1. walk (2 min.)
yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokohama_candle_cafe/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL154.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL154.flv.jpgYokohama Candle CafeYokohama Candle Cafe (横浜キャンドルカフェ) is Christmas event at Yokohama Minatomirai. Around Canal Park and Navios Yokohama, thousands of candle cerebrate the night. You can get dreaming sheet which make your wish and decorate at the candle. With the city lights of Yokohama as background, these candle decorate beautiful illumination at Christmas night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Dreaming sheet for writing and decorating your wish is available at visitor's center.
1,000 yen.
Period: December 23 24 25.
Time: 17:00 to 21:00
Location: Canal park and Navios.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Negishi Line to Sakuragicho.
2. walk
yes217http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/winter_illumination_yurakucho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL231.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL231.flv.jpgWinter Illumination at YurakuchoWinter Illumination at Yurakucho (有楽町駅前ウィンターイルミネーション) is one of the light-up shows in Tokyo. In front of Yurakucho Station will be fully decorated with over 50,000 lights, light towers and dome.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: from the end of Nov. to the middle of Jan.
Time: from 16:30 to mid-night.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Yurakucho (2 min.)
2. walk east (2 min.)
yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinbashi_christmas_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL234.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL234.flv.jpgShinbashi Christmas IlluminationShinbashi Christmas Illumination (新橋クリスマスイルミネーション) is a winter lightj-up the SL park in front of Shinbashi Station. The SL locomotive will be decorated with 20,000 beautiful lights. The music is image song of Christmas at Shinbashi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: From the end of Nov. to the beginning of Jan.
Time: 17:00 to 23:00
yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/go_fantasia/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL235.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL235.flv.jpgGo! FantasiaGo! Fantasia (走れ!ファンタジア号) Fantasia is a train of lights located at Shiodome City Center. During the early December to early January, this train appears and illuminates the night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: From the beginning of December to early January.
TIme: 17:00 to 23:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Shinbashi.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes181http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/joycity_tokyo_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL230.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL230.flv.jpgJoy City Tokyo IlluminationJoy City Tokyo Illumination (ジョイシティ東京 イルミネーション) is one of winter light-up in Tokyo. At the southern area of Jimbocho which is called Joy City Tokyo, there are about 100,000 lights which decorated the night of Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: from the end of Nov. to beginning of Jan.
Time: from 17:00 to 23:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. walk to Otemachi station of Mita Line.
2. use Mita Line to Jimbocho (2 min.)
3. walk east (2 min.)
yes215http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sensoji_hagoitaichi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL228.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL228.flv.jpgSensoji HagoitaichiHagoitaichi (羽子板市) is a Hagoita Market held at Sensoji temple. From December 17 to 19, there are many Hagoita shops open at Sensoji and sale their unique Hagoita. Hagoita is one of the famous play during New Year's break in Japan. Hagoita is a racket for Hanetsuki, Japanese Badminton. In this market, they sale decorated Hagoita. It's Omarori for child grow, especially for daughter. Many people visit Sensoji for buy their special Hagoita.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Perid: December 17 18 19.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Ginza Line to Asakusa (10 min.)
2. walk north
yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asakusa_shin_nakamise_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL229.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL229.flv.jpgAsakusa Shin Nakamise StreetShin Nakamise Street (新仲見世通り) is a shopping district near Sensoji Temple right next to Nakamise Street. There are many gift shops, restaurants and many other kinds of stores.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is actually the nick name for Kannon Street and Metro Street.
No smoking on the street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Ginza Line to Asakusa (10 min.)
2. walk north
yes207http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ako_gishi_sai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL233.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL233.flv.jpgAko Gishi saiAko Gishisai (赤穂義士祭) is the memorial festival of Chushingura at Sengakuji temple. It's held in December 14 which is the day Chushingura happens. Chushingura is one of the most favorite Samurai story since Edo period. Today, it is still popular and many people visit here and pray for loyal Samurai.
Afternoon, there is the parade of Ako Roshi start from Zojoji temple and finish at Sengakuji in front of the grave of Asano Naganori just like the real story of Chushingura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parade finishes at 14:00 at Sengakuji.
There are many food stands during this festival.
The memorial service goes until night.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Sengakuji.
2. walk north.
yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/starlight_yokohama_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL155.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL155.flv.jpgStarlight Yokohama IlluminationStarlight Yokohama Illumination (スターライトヨコハマイルミネーション) is a Winter light-up at Yokohama. From the end of November to the middle of February, there is a huge Christmas tree with thousands of lights at the west side entrance of Yokohama Station.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: the end of November to the middle of February.
Time: 17:00 to 24:00
<b>Access</b>
0. Yokohama Station.
1. get out at Westside entrance.
yes87http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_buri_daikon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT096.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT096.flv.jpgHow to cook Buri DaikonBuri Daikon (ブリ大根) is one of popular winter hot dish in Japan. It is boiled Japanese radish and Yellowtail with Dashi flavor. This is also very reasonable food. Daikon, Japanese radish is very cheap, and you can use Ara Buri, which is the wast part of yellowtail. Ara Buri is very cheap, too. So, it is healthy, tasty and cheap winter food.
yes280http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_kabocha_nimono/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT097.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT097.flv.jpgHow to cook Kabocha no NimonoKabocha no Nimono (カボチャの煮物) is a Japanese cooked dish of Pumpkin. It is very popular and common food in winter. It is flavored with, Dashi and sugar. So, it's very simple and tasty. It is a great Izakaya food, too.
yes216http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miyamoto_musashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK033.flv.jpgMiyamoto MusashiMiyamoto Musashi (宮本武蔵) is located on the border of Okayama and Hyogo pref. It is the birth place of Miyamoto Musashi, the most famous Sword master in the world. There are many Musashi related spots including his birthplace and grave. Legend said, Musashi came up with the idea of Nitoryu at this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. You can get a map at the museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuyama Station.
1. use JR Himeshin Line to Sayou (1 hr.)
2. use Chizu Line to Miyamoto Musashi (30 min.)
yes436http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/juurigi_highland/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI067.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI067.flv.jpgJuurigi HighlandJuurigi Highland (十里木高原) is located the south side of Mt. Fuji. The altitude of this highland is about 1,000m from the sea level, therefore, it is very cool all though the year. So, it is very popular summer resort. There is a observatory which has great view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the Mt. Fuji observatory.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
From Tome Express way Fuji exit to north east (10km).
On route 469.
yes253http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuji_all_sports_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI068.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI068.flv.jpgFuji All Sports ParkFuji All Sports Park (富士市総合運動公園) is a comprehensive sports park. It is located south side of Mt. Fuji. Therefore, it has great view of Mt. Fuji. There are tennis courts, baseball field, pool, archery range, and gyms.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Closed: Every 4th thursday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yoshiwara-chuo Station.
1. use Fujikyu Bus to Fujishisougouundoukouen.
yes190http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuji_homi_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI069.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI069.flv.jpgFuji Homi ShrineFuji Homi Shrine(富士市高尾山穂見神社) is one of brunch shrines of Homi Shrine. In 1899, Katsumata, the priest, was involved by Tsunami. He was survived by the piece of the shrine. After this spiritual coincidence, people desired to have great shrine for it.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
From Tome Express way Fuji exit to north east (10km).
On route 469.
yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/omotesando_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL237.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL237.flv.jpgOmotesando IlluminationOmotesando Illumination (表参道イルミネーション) is one of the winter light illumination at Harajuku. Over 900,000 lights are decorated at the Keyaki Avenue of Omotesando. "Sending energy, smile and happiness from Harajuku is the purpose of this illumination.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: The beginning of December to the beginning of January.
Time after Sunset from 21:00
There is a road-restriction.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku (2 min.)
2. walk east.yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ark_hills_winter/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL238.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL238.flv.jpgARK Hills WinterARK Hills Winter is winter illumination at ARK Hills. During the Christmas, Karajan field has great Christmas decoration. The artificial waterfalls at the park and the light-up illumination are perfect collaboration.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: From the beginning of December to the middle of January.
Time: 17:30 to 23:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinbashi Station.
1. use Ginza Line to Tameike-Sano.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ohara_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK038.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK038.flv.jpgOhara-jukuOhara-juku (大原宿) is a remaining post town located in eastern Okayama prefecture. It was used to be a post town between the land Harima and Inaba. The entire site of Ohara is preserved as a traditional scenic beauty. Many traditional Edo style houses are still existed in this town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Not many restaurants in this town.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuyama Station.
1. use JR Himeshin Line to Sayou Station (1 hr.)
2. use Chizu Line to Ohara (50 min.)
3. walk west (10 min.)
yes372http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/joge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI008.flv.jpgJogeJoge (上下) is Edo style town with romantic white walls located middle eastern Hiroshima prefecture. It developed as a post town between Sekishu and Bingo. There are many traditional houses which offers the time traveling to Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukuyama Station.
1. use JR Fukuen Line to Joge (1 hr.)
yes362http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukuyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI006.flv.jpgFukuyama CastleFukuyama Castle (福山城) a hill top castle located eastern Hiroshima Pref. It was built in 1622 by Mizuno Katsunari. Fukuyama castle was the last Sengoku style castle which build in Japan. To protect Edo from the west, Ieyasu gave this land to his cousin Mizuno Katsunari. Today, it only remains the main bailey and its Ishigaki, Fushimiyagura and the gate. Current Tenshu was reconstructed in 1966.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission of Honmaru: Free.
Open: 6:00 to 22:00
Admission for Tenshukaku: 200 yen. Under high school, free.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukuyama Station.
1. walk north (1 min.)
yes378http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/samono_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK034.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK034.flv.jpgSamono ShrineSamono Shrine (讃甘神社) is where legend said Miyamoto Musashi invented his "Nitoryu, the two hands swords style." The Hirata Family, the family line of Musashi, were expert of Jutte weapon. When Musashi saw the drum demonstration played by the priest here, he was strongly impressed by the equal sound of both drum sticks. Then, he immediately came up with both hand from replacing from Jutte to Katana.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuyama Station.
1. use JR Himeshin Line to Sayou Station (1 hr.)
2. use Chizu Line to Miyamoto Musashi (40 min.)
3. walk south (10 min.)
yes96http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/grave_musashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK035.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK035.flv.jpgThe grave of MusashiThe grave of Miyamoto Musashi (宮本武蔵の墓) is located Mimasaka, Okayama prefecture. His bone was shared from Kumamoto. There are grave of his parents and grand father.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is located inside of Musashi shrine.
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuyama Station.
1. use JR Himeshin Line to Sayou Station (1 hr.)
2. use Chizu Line to Miyamoto Musashi (40 min.)
3. walk south (30 min.)
yes84http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/musashi_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK036.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK036.flv.jpgMusashi ShrineMusashi Shrine (武蔵神社) enshrines Miyamoto Musashi. It is located at Miyamoto Musashi, Okayama. It was established in 1971 by donations of all Musashi fans from all over the world.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The grave of Miyamoto Musashi is located in this shrine.
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuyama Station.
1. use JR Himeshin Line to Sayou Station (1 hr.)
2. use Chizu Line to Miyamoto Musashi (40 min.)
3. walk south (30 min.)
yes100http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/musashi_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK037.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK037.flv.jpgMusashi MuseumMusashi Museum (武蔵資料館) is located at Miyamoto Musashi. It displays many Musashi related items, such as Swords, his painting, scrolls, weapons and the world famous "Gorin no Sho."
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids. If you stayed at Hotel Gorinbo and Koryukan, it will be free.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuyama Station.
1. use JR Himeshin Line to Sayou Station (1 hr.)
2. use Chizu Line to Miyamoto Musashi (40 min.)
3. walk south (20 min.)
yes172http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokoo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI007.flv.jpgYokooYokoo (横尾) is Edo style town located north side of Fukuyama, Hiroshima. There are many traditional houses in this town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Be very careful! There are many cars on the main street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukuyama Station.
1. use JR Fukuen Line to Yokoo (10 min.)
yes165http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsuchinoko_watch_point/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK039.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK039.flv.jpgThe watch point of TsuchinokoThe watch point of Tsuchinoko (ツチノコ発見現場) is located Kurosawa, Akaiwa, Okayama pref. Tsuchinoko is one of the most famous unknown new species in Japan. It is prized 20,000,000 yen if you capture it alive. The dead Tsuchinoko was found in this place and buried here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Before you look for Tsuchinoko, please donated 100 yen to preserve the environment.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Wake.
2. use local bus to Yoshiichugakkou.
3. walk west (2 hr.)
yes102http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rokkosan_sky_observatory/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG005.flv.jpgRokkosan Sky ObservatoryRokkosan Sky Observatory (六甲山天覧台) is one of 6 view spot of Kobe Night sceneries. At night, you can see the beautiful view of the city of light. In 1981, Emperor Showa visited here to enjoy 10 million dollars view of Kobe night sceneries. You can see, Kobe city, Osaka city, Mt. Maya, Akashi channel, Awaji Island, Osaka Bay and Ki Peninsula.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kobe Station.
1. use Hankyu Line to Rokko.
2. walk north to Rokko cable shita (30 min.)
3. use the cable to Sancho.
yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/joge_histori_culture_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI009.flv.jpgJoge Histori and culture museumJoge Histori and culture museum (上下歴史文化資料館) is local folk museum of Joge. It displays many local treasures. Also, Okada Michiyo related items are in this museum. Okada Michiyo was famous write who was born at Joge.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: Free.
Open: 10:00 to 6:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukuyama Station.
1. use JR Fukuen Line to Joge (1 hr.)
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes106http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuchu_kompira_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI010.flv.jpgFuchu Kompira ShrineFuchu Kompira Shrine (府中金毘羅神社) has the tallest Toro, the stone lantern in Japan. It is located Fuchu, Hiroshima. The Toro was built in the middle of 19th century by Miura Kanemon. He started the construction in 1810 and took him 30 years to complete. The height of Toro is 8.4m.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking and no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukuyama Station.
1. use Fukuen Line to Fuchu (30 min.)
2. walk (10 min.)
yes162http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/marugame_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG001.flv.jpgMarugame CastleMarugame Castle (丸亀城) is one of 12 existed remaining Sengoku castles. It is a hilltop castle located in Kagawa prefecture. The Tenshu-kaku was built in 1660 by Kogoku clan. The castle was built on Mt. Kameyama which is 66m high. The stone walls of Marugame castle has 60m high in total. It is the tallest stone walls in Japan. The entire site of the castle is registered as historical places. Not only Tenshukaku, but the gates, samurai houses are also the original buildings.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission for Tenshukaku: 200 yen for adult, 100 for Kids.
Open from 9:00 to 16:30 (last entry 16:00)
There is parking (9:00 to 17:00).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takamatsu Castle.
1. use JR Yosan Line to Marugame (49 min.)
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes385http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ritsurin_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG002.flv.jpgRitsurin ParkRitsurin Park (栗林公園) is a Japanese style garden located in Takamatsu, Kagawa pref. The garden of this park is designated as Special Scenic Beauty of Japan. It is considered as one of the best Japanese garden in the world. It was graded 3 stars spot in Michelin Green Guide Japon. There are about 1,400 pine trees, and 1,000 of them are Bonsai trees. There are many tea houses you can enjoy Japanese tea. Ritsurin park is not only beautiful with pine trees, there are also many flowers. Sakura and plums are very beautiful, as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 170 yen for kids. There is a group discount from 20 persons.
Open: mostly from Sunrise to Sunset.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takamatsuchikko Station (10 min.).
1. use Kotohira Line to Ritsurin Park.
2. walk west (10 min.).
yes364http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakatsu_banshoen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG003.flv.jpgNakatsu BanshoenNakatsu Banshoen (中津万象園) is a Japanese style garden located Marugame, Kagawa. It was used to be an annex of Kyogoku clan, the lord of Marugame in 1688. Banshoen literary means garden of the universe. This garden is also consists with Marugame Museum. Marugame Museum displays many beautiful painting from France, Ceramics, and Hina Dolls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 1,000 yen for adult, 600 yen for high school, 400 yen for under junior. There is a group discount from 20 persons.
Open: 9:30 to 17:00.
There is parking.
yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takamatsu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG004.flv.jpgTakamatsu CastleTakamatsu Castle (高松城) is a seaside castle located in Takamatsu, Kagawa. It was built in 1590 by Ikuma Chikamasa. It was used to be the first and largest water castle in Japan. The moat of this castle drew from sea. It was abandoned in 1869. Some of original Keeps, stone walls and gates remains. Currently, the Japanese style garden is installed at Honmaru, the main bailey. The garden is called Tamamo park. It is chosen as 100 best Japanese castles.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen for adult. 100 for under Junior. There is a group discount from 20 persons.
Open: Mostly from the Sunrise to Sunset.
<b>Access</b>
0. Takamatsuchikko Station.
1. walk (1 min.)
yes251http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/marugame_castle_lighttenup/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG005.flv.jpgMarugame Castle Lightten-upMarugame Castle Light-up (ライトアップ丸亀城) is happens from the end of December to the beginning of January. Not only, the castle, but also the stone walls are also lighten up. The entire site of the castle will be lighten up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The end of December to the beginning of January.
The parking will be closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takamatsu Castle.
1. use JR Yosan Line to Marugame (49 min.)
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes201http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shoryuji_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT014.flv.jpgShoryuji CastleShoryuji Castle (勝竜寺城) is a flatland castle located in Nagaokakyo, Kyoto. It is Hosokawa Gracia, the daughter of Akechi Mitsuhide related spot. Hosokawa Tadaoki and Gracia married at this castle and live for several years here. It was built in 1339. In 1568, Oda Nobunaga and Miyoshi 3 heads fought at this castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: free.
Open: 9:00 to 18:00 (Ari. to Oct.), 9:00 to 17:00 (Nov. to Mar.).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Nagaokakyo (10 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes203http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yodo_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT015.flv.jpgYodo CastleYodo Castle (淀城) is a flatland castle located in southern Kyoto. It was built in 1623 by Matsudaira Tsunasada under the order of Hidetada, the 2nd Tokugawa Shogun. The moat and stone walls remains as the original structure. Currently, it restructured as the park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Kintetsu Kyoto LIne to Yodo.
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_misodengaku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT098.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT098.flv.jpgHow to cook MisodengakuMisodengaku (味噌田楽) is one of the way of cooking with Miso. Miso covered food could be any things such as Tofu, Konnyaku, Eggplants, or Potato. Those food are stabbed by bamboo stick, just like Yakitori. Konnyaku is the most common type of Misodengaku.
yes256http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakano/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL239.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL239.flv.jpgNakanoNakano (中野) is the town of entertainment located west side of Shinjuku. There are many theaters, music venues and concert holes in Nakano. Especially, Nakano Sunplaza is one of the most famous convention hole in Japan. Nakano is also great shopping spot. Sun-male street has many interesting shops and at the end of the street, there is a great Anime and Manga male which is called Nakano Broadway. Nakano Broadway has many anime and Manga shops, figure shops, antique Japanese toys' shops and many other anime related shops. Nakano also has great Izakaya area. There are hundreds of great Izakaya with very reasonable price.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Most of the entertainment spots are located north side of Nakano Station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nakano (4 min.)
yes408http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/setsubun_arai_yakushi_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL240.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL240.flv.jpgSetsubun at Arai Yakushi TempleSetsubun at Arai Yakushi Temple (新井薬師節分) is one of popular Setsubun Festival in Tokyo. There is a parade of throwing beans which starts from Nakano Sunplaza to Araiyakushi Temple. Many famous actors/actresses, Sumo wresters and many other Japanese celebrities are invited as the bean-throwing persons. Every year they have different dance performance (2012 had Shishiodori, the traditonal Iwate Dance) and Samurai sword fighting demonstration before the parade.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The performance at Nakano Sunplaza starts around 14:00.
The Parade starts at 15:00.
The throwing-beans happens around 16:30 at Araiyakushi temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nakano (4 min.)
2. walk north to the temple (20 min.)
yes312http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chinese_new_year_yokohama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL157.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL157.flv.jpgChinese New Year at YokohamaChinese New Year's Festival at Yokohama Chinatown (横浜中華街・春節) is one of the largest event at Yokohama Chinatown. It happens at Chinese New Year's Day. There are many interesting performance and parade.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parade happens at Sunday during the Chinese New Year's day.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Minatomirai Line to Chukagai (10 min.)
yes447http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_play_hanetsuki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT100.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT100.flv.jpgHow to play HanetsukiHanetsuki is one of the oldest Japanese game, 1,300 years old, which is played during the new year's break. It is Japanese style badminton. It was used to be sacred play in Shinto. It prays great wish for girls healthy growth.
yes356http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jogashima_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL156.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL156.flv.jpgJogashima ParkJogashima Park (城ヶ島公園) is a seaside park with many daffodils and pine trees located in Jogashima Island. Jogashima is the only island of Kanagawa prefecture located in south side of Miura Peninsula. It is a popular Daffodils spot in Kanagawa. There are about 500, 000 daffodils which bloom from December to January.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Admission: Parking cost 420 yen.
Park opens all day, but parking close at 17:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kurihama (10 min.)
2. use Keikyu Line to Misakiguchi (10 min.)
3. use local bus to Jogashima (30 min.)
yes336http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_ryoma_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT101.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT101.flv.jpgHow to dance Ryoma OdoriRyoma Odori (龍馬おどり) is very popular Bon Odori song. Ryoma is one of the most famous Hero in Japan. Many Ryoma Lovers like this song. Ryoma is from Kochi, so it is very popular in Shikoku.
Song: "Ryoma Odori"
(counterclockwise)
Song: Suzuki Masao, Fuji Michiko, Tomita Fusae.
Level: 3
Type: Normal Rhythm.
yes152http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_nikudango/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT099.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT099.flv.jpgHow to cook NikudangoNikudango (肉団子) is Japanese style meat balls. It is very popular Japanese dishes. The flavors are Soy Sauce, Sake, Mirin and other Japanese ones.
yes299http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kesennuma_restoration_mall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI009.flv.jpgKesennuma restoration mallThe restoration shopping mall of Kesennuma (気仙沼復興商店街) is the largest prefab shopping mall after Tsunami located in Kesennuma, Miyagi prefecture. There are 7 buildings and 52 stores in this mall. It is the restored shopping district of Minami Town Murasaki market place which was completely destroyed by Tsunami in March 2011. As the symbol of "ReBorn Kesennuma," not only this shopping mall support the life of Kesennuma, but also it encourages all afflicted people in Tohoku.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
It is complete shopping mall for all kinds of daily supplies, food, groceries, restaurants and bars.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kesennuma Station.
1. walk east (15 min.)
yes595http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ipponmatsu_rikuzentakata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW012.flv.jpgIppon-matsu of RikuzentakataIppon-matsu of Rikuzentakata (陸前高田の一本松) was the one remained pine tree of Rikuzentakata after Tsunami. At the beach of Rikuzentakata, there were about 70,000 pine trees before Tsunami. In March 11 2011, Tsunami caused by the huge earthquake wiped out all pine trees. Only this pine tree survived from Tsunami. It was a symbol of the restoration and strength against disaster. It was also known as "Tree of Hope at Rikuzentakata."
(Current Ipponmatsu is a replica made from the original Ipponmatsu)
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking near.
Never stop your care in the restricted area.
-Do not enter the restricted area and NEVER come close to the buildings-
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use direct bus to Rikuzentakata.
2 .walk south (30 min.)
yes238http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/geibi_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW011.flv.jpgGeibi ValleyGeibi Valley (猊鼻渓) is popular tourist spot in Ichinoseki, Iwate. It is chosen as one of the three major valleys and 100 best views in Japan. Geibi Valley is abotu 2km long and its side cliffs are about 50m high. There is a boat riding to enjoy this valley. It is very famous for Koyo spot and Fuji flower spots. It offers all aspect of seasonable beauty.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
You can enjoy it only from the boat-riding.
Admission for boat riding: 1500 yen. Group discount from 15 persons.
Last boat: 15:00 (winter) 16:30 (summer)
Tour time: about 90 min.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Ofunato Line to Geibikei (30 min.)
2. walk (10 min.)
There is a direct bus from Hiraizumi.
yes332http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_ameyama_kesennuma/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI010.flv.jpgMt. Kameyama in KesennumaMt. Kameyama (亀山) is a mountain of Oshima island, Kesennuma, Miyagi pref. It is 235m tall. From the top of the mountain, it has a great panorama view of Kesennuma city and Pacific Ocean.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kesennuma pier.
1. use Kesennuma ferry to Oshima. (25 min.)
2. walk west (45 min.)
yes104http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_tatsumai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI011.flv.jpgCape TatsumaiCape Tatsumai (龍舞崎) is one of the tourist spot in Oshima, Kesennuma. It has a great view with unique rocks. Those unique rocks are made by sea waves. Tatsumai literary means "The dance of dragon." It was named because when wave splashes, it looks like that a dragon is dancing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kesennuma pier.
1. use Kesennuma ferry to Oshima. (25 min.)
2. walk south (1hr. 30 min.)
yes174http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kugunari_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI012.flv.jpgKugunari BeachKugunari Beach (十八鳴浜) is one of the beautiful beaches in Oshima, Kesennuma. The size of this beach is about 200m long. It was the first registered sound beach in Japan. When you walk on this beach, it will make very unique sound. The sound itself became the name of the beach.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
This beach is very important for academic research. Never leave any garbages, and keep it neat and clean.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kesennuma pier.
1. use Kesennuma ferry to Oshima. (25 min.)
2. walk north-east (1hr. 10 min.)
yes223http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_jagasaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW013.flv.jpgCape JagasakiCape Jaga (蛇ヶ崎) is a small peninsula located east end of Rikuzentakata. This is typical wave created cape. It has a great view of unique rocks and pure sea water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use direct bus to Rikuzentakata.
2. walk east (2hr.)
yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_hirotasaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW014.flv.jpgCape HirotasakiCape Hirota (広田崎) is a rock cape located in Rikuzentakata, Iwate Prefecture. It is one of the best scenery of Rikuzentakata. The rocks created by waves are very unique and their views are just like Japanese art painting. Aomatsu Island and Tsubaki Island are located on the south side of this cape. They are registered as national scenic beauty and natural monument of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Notice:
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use direct bus to Rikuzentakata.
2. walk east (2hr.)
yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rikuzentakata_shiraito_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW015.flv.jpgRikuzentakata Shiraito FallsRikuzentakata Shiraito Falls (陸前高田の白糸の滝) is a waterfalls located the mountain side of Rikuzentakata. It has all seasonable beauty, especially it is very beautiful in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use direct bus to Rikuzentakata.
2. walk west (2hr.)
yes126http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otaki_falls_kotaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW016.flv.jpgOtaki Falls and Kotaki FallsOtaki Falls and Kotaki Falls (大滝・小滝) are twin waterfalls located in Rikuzentakata. They are small but very powerful waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use direct bus to Rikuzentakata.
2. walk west (2hr.)
yes120http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimizu_spring/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW017.flv.jpgShimizu SpringShimizu Spring (清水の湧口, shimizu no wakiguchi) is located western Rikuzentakata. This spring is chosen as one of 20 best water of Iwate prefecture. It springs about 17,000, 000 litter of water every day. The temperature of the water is very warm through the year.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The water is drinkable but there is no disposal process. So, take your own responsibility.
Keep the water clean because it is also drinking water for the people around.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use direct bus to Rikuzentakata.
2. walk west (3hr.)
yes104http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_daishowa_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT102.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT102.flv.jpgHow to dance Dai-Showa OndoDai-Showa Ondo (大昭和音頭) is one of Bon Odori Song. Song is about era of Showa.
Song: "Dai-Showa Ondo"
by Fuji Michiko, Sudo Keiko, Takebana Chigusa, Suzuki Masao.
Level: 3
Type: Normal Rhythm.
yes147http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_fukagawadon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT105.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT105.flv.jpgHow to cook Fukagawa-donFukagawa-don (深川丼) is a one of Japanese bowl. It is a bowl with Miso soup, green onion and clams. It was Edo fisherman's food. Fukagawadon was very popular during the end of Edo period because it's easy, healthy, cheap and taste good.
yes286http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_goshugi_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT103.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT103.flv.jpgHow to dance Goshugi OndoGoshugi Ondo(ご祝儀音頭) is one of Bon Odori Song. Dance is very simple and rhythmical.
Song: "Goshugi Ondo"
by Fuji Michiko, Suzuki Masao.
Level: 3
Type: Rhythmical.
yes160http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_marathon_2012/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL241.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL241.flv.jpgTokyo Marathon 2012Tokyo Marathon 2012 (東京マラソン2012) is one of the major Marathon event in Japan. It's held in February or March. About 36,000 runners join and about 2 million audiences cheer them from the streets. As the fun run Marathon, it is almost the same size of NY Marathon. The runners start at Shinjuku Metro building and travel Shinagawa, Ginza, Asakusa and finish at Ariake (Tokyo Big Site). Some of runners wear cosplay costume to stand out.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a huge street regulation during the race.
You can get a cheering map at the Metro Station.
<b>Access</b>
They start at Shinjuku Metro Building→ Iidabashi → Hibiya Park → Shinagawa → Hibiya Park → Ginza → Asakusa → Ginza → Toyosu → Ariake (Tokyo Big Site).
yes595http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_tompei_yaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT106.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT106.flv.jpgHow to cook Tompei-yakiTompei-yaki (とん平焼) is one of popular Izakaya food in Osaka. It is easy version of Okonomiyaki which only use a pork plate, eggs, and cabbage. So, it is very easy to cook and taste great!
yes264http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_ondo_anatano_deban/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT104.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT104.flv.jpgHow to dance Ondo Anatano DebanOndo Anatano Deban (音頭貴方の出番) is one of Bon Odori Song. Dance is very simple and speedy.
Song: "Ondo Anatano Deban."
by Fuji Michiko, Suzuki Masao, Ishizuka Masahiro, Takebana Chigusa, Aihara Hiroko.
Level: 2
Type: speedy.
yes149http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumamoto_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM001.flv.jpgKumamoto CastleKumamoto Castle (熊本城) is one of three major Japanese castles located in Kumamoto. It was built by Kato Kiyomasa in 1600. The structure takes the best technology at that time, therefore, it is one of the strong castle ever built in Japan. Those structures and baileys remains in great condition. Many keeps and stone walls exists as the original buildings. Tenshu-kaku was lost during Satsuma Rebellion, but this castle was besieged and defeated Satsuma army. Current Tenshu-kaku was reconstructed and Honmaru Palace was lately reconstructed as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen, 200 yen for juniors.
Open: 8:30 to 17:30 (Apr. to Oct), 8:30 to (16:30).
Closed: Dec 29 to 31.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use local cable car to Kumamotojo Shiyakusho mae. (15 min.)
yes584http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miyamoto_musashi_in_kumamoto/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM002.flv.jpgMiyamoto Musashi in KumamotoKumamoto (熊本) is where Miyamoto Musashi spend his last days. Miyamoto Musashi is the most famous sword master in the world. His text of sword fighting, "Gorin no Sho," is most read and favorite fighting book in the world. He wrote "Gorin no Sho" at Reigen cave which is located in Kumamoto. There are many his related spots in Kumamoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Better to have a car to travel all his related spots.
yes284http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takachiho_ravine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MZ001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MZ001.flv.jpgTakachiho RavineTakachiho Ravine (高千穂峡) is a valley located north-western Miyazaki prefecture. It is one of the most popular tourist spots in Kyushu. This ravine was created by volcanic activities of Mt. Aso. It has beautiful cliffs which are about 80m to 100m tall and its length is about 7km long. Manai Fall which is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls run into this ravine. There is a boat riding which you can enjoy this waterfalls and cliff very close.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Boat riding: 1500 yen for 30 min.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Takachiho.
1. use bus to boatnoriba.
yes275http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takachiho_boat_riding/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MZ002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MZ002.flv.jpgTakachiho boat ridingTakachiho boat riding (高千穂峡ボート) is a popular entertainment of Takachiho. Takachiho Ravine is the most popular spot in Miyazaki prefecture. You can enjoy Manai falls which is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls very close. Looking narrow cliff from the water level is very exciting.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Boat riding: 1500 yen for 30 min.
Open: from 8:30 to 16:30. (Summer 7:30 to 17:30)
In the holiday season, it might close early.
300 yen per 10 min. after first 30 min.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Takachiho.
1. use bus to boatnoriba.
yes224http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suizenji_jojuen_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM003.flv.jpgSuizenji Jojuen GardenSuizenji Jojuen Garden (水前寺成趣園) is the refined circular garden of Momoyama period style located in Kumamoto. It is one of the major tourist spot in Kumamoto. The first lord of Higo, Tadatoshi, loved this area and built tea house. Later, Tsunatoshi built a beautiful garden and named Joju-en.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 yen, under junior 200 yen.
There is a group discount from 30 people.
Open: 7:30 to 18:00 (Mar. to Oct.), 8:30 to 17:00 (Nov. to Feb.).
There is no parking (use public parking).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use Kumamoto cable car to Suizenjikoen.
yes319http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tatsuta_nature_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM004.flv.jpgTatsuta Nature ParkTatsuta Nature Park (立田自然公園, tatsuta shizen koen) is a ruins of Taishoji temple which was established for Hosokawa clan. The graves of successive lords of Hosokawa clan and Madame Gracia, who dedicated her whole life to the preaching of Christianity as well as the memorial monument of the great swords master Miyamoto Musashi are located here. The park is a Japanese style garden with many beautiful nature and tea houses.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00 (last entry 16:40)
Admission: 200 yen, 100 for under junior.
THere is a group discount from 30 people.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use local bus to Tatsutashizenkoeniriguchi.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes215http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/reigan_do_cave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM005.flv.jpgReigan-do CaveReigan-do Cave(霊厳洞) is where Musashi wrote "Gorin no Sho." It is located in Unganji temple. When he was 62 year's old, he started writing his own record for his style Niten Ichiryu. Gorin no sho has 5 volume, earth, water, fire, wind and universe. It has all his knowledge of fighting. He died one week after he finished writing Gorin no Sho.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 8:00 to 18:00 (Apr. to Nov.) 8:00 to 17:00.
Admission: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use taxi to Iwato no sato koen.
yes78http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/unganji_500_rakan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM006.flv.jpgUnganji 500 RakanUnganji 500 Rakan (雲厳寺五百羅漢) is one of tourist spot in Kumamoto. It is located in Unganji temple. 500 Rakan are the students of Buddha These stone statues were made from 1779 to 1802. If you look carefully, you might find faces just like your relatives.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 8:00 to 18:00 (Apr. to Nov.) 8:00 to 17:00.
Admission: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use taxi to Iwato no sato koen.
yes235http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/taniozaki_bairin_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM007.flv.jpgTaniozaki Bairin ParkTaniozaki Bairin Park (谷尾崎梅林公園) is a plum forest located in Kumamoto. It is one of the Musashi related spots in Kumamoto. From late February to early March, plums bloom in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use local bus to Taniozaki.
2. walk (15 min.)
yes174http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/musashizuka_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM008.flv.jpgMusashizuka parkMusashizuka park (武蔵塚公園) is a park located in Kumamoto. There is the grave of Miyamoto Musashi in this park. It is small park, but it has beautiful Japanese garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use JR Houhi Line to Musashizuka (17 min.)
2. walk south (20 min.)
yes156http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/manai_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MZ003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MZ003.flv.jpgManai FallsManai Falls (真名井の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls. It is 17m tall. Legend said, this waterfalls was made by Amenomurakumonomikoto because there was no water around here when the first emperor Jinmu arrived here. At summer, it will be lighten up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can approach the bottom by a boat.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Takachiho.
1. use bus to boatnoriba.
yes153http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/grave_miyamoto_musashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM009.flv.jpgThe grave of Miyamoto MusashiThe grave of Miyamoto Musashi (宮本武蔵の墓) is located in Musashizuka park. Legend said, Musashi was buried with his armer to look after his lord Hosokawa clan all the time. The location of the grave is located on Otsu Road where Hosokawa clan used for Daimyo parade. He showed his loyalty to his lord.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use JR Houhi Line to Musashizuka (17 min.)
2. walk south (20 min.)
yes74http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amano_iwato_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MZ004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MZ004.flv.jpgAmano Iwato ShrineAmano Iwato Shrine (天岩戸神社) is located Takachiho, Miyazaki Prefecture. It enshrines the cave of Amano Iwato which appears in Japanese myth. In the myth, Amaterasu Omikami, the prime god of Japan, hided in this cave. There are two shrines and both enshrines Amaterasu Omikami.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Make appointment at the office for visiting Amano Iwato Cave.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Takachiho.
1. use bus to Amanoiwatojinja.
yes142http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/izumi_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM010.flv.jpgIzumi ShrineIzumi Shrine (出水神社) is located in Shimizu Jojuen garden, Kumamoto. It was established in 1878 and dedicated in recognition of the cultural, moral and intellectual leadership of the successive Hosokawa clan. Jojuen is the precinct of Izumi Shrine.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
It is located inside of Suizenji Jojuen garden.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use Kumamoto cable car to Suizenjikoen.
yes137http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumamoto_castle_lightten_up/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM011.flv.jpgKumamoto Castle lightten upKumamoto Castle has a beautiful light-up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up starts from sunset to 23:00.
The castle open at night from Jul. 24 to Aug. 31 and at the end of March.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use local cable car to Kumamotojo Shiyakusho mae. (15 min.)
yes89http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_ginza_kankanmusume/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT107.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT107.flv.jpgHow to dance Ginza KankanmusumeGinza Kankanmusume (銀座カンカン娘) is very popular Bon Dance song especially in Tokyo. The song is also very popular in Showa era. It is very like a folk dance.
Song: Hideko Takahide. Hattori Ryuichi, Saeki Yoshio.
Level: 03 Normal
Type: Folk Dance
yes185http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/dazaifu_tenmangu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO001.flv.jpgDazaifu TenmanguDazaifu Tenmangu (太宰府天満宮) is Tenman Shrine located in Fukuoka. It is the top of all Tenman Shrines. Tenman Shrine enshrines Sugawara no Michizane who is the god of education and wisdom. Therefore, many visitors worship Dazaifu Tenmangu for their educational success in school. About 7 million visitors worship every year.
<b>Visitor’s info.</b>
There is no parking but many public parking around. There is resroom.
Open: 6:00 (the middle of March to the middle of September) other 6:30.
Close: 20:00 June 1 to August 31. other 19:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station.
1. use Fukuoka Subway to Tenjin (6 min.).
2. use Nishitetsu Fukuoka Line to Nishitetsu-Futsukaichi (17 min.)
3. use Nishitetsu Dazaifu Line to Dazaifu (7 min.)
4. walk east (10 min.)
yes270http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/dazaifu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO002.flv.jpgDazaifuDazaifu (太宰府) is one of the most popular tourist spot in Fukuoka prefecture. It was used to be a capital of Kyushu. Today, around Dazaifu Tenmangu which is the most popular Tenjin Shrine in Japan are well developed as the tourist spots. There are many food stands, gift shops and restaurants for all visitors of Tenmangu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many public parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station.
1. use Fukuoka Subway to Tenjin (6 min.).
2. use Nishitetsu Fukuoka Line to Nishitetsu-Futsukaichi (17 min.)
3. use Nishitetsu Dazaifu Line to Dazaifu (7 min.)
yes387http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kyokusui_no_en/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO003.flv.jpgKyokusui no EnKyokusui no En (曲水の宴) is the biggest ceremony in Dazaifu TEnmangu Shrine. It is literary means the ceremony of poem on water. It was originated as early March ceremony in the ancient China. It has poem writing and reading, traditional dance performance such as Shirabyoshi Dance, and parade. All poets are dressed traditional Japanese novel clothing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It happens at the first Sunday of March.
Parade starts at 12:00 and the ceremony starts at 13:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station.
1. use Fukuoka Subway to Tenjin (6 min.).
2. use Nishitetsu Fukuoka Line to Nishitetsu-Futsukaichi (17 min.)
3. use Nishitetsu Dazaifu Line to Dazaifu (7 min.)
4. walk east (10 min.)
yes368http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/dazaifu_government_office_ruin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO004.flv.jpgDazaifu Government OfficeThe ruins of Dazaifu Government Office (太宰府政庁跡) is located in Dazaifu Kyushu. It is the ruins of old capital of Kyushu. It is registered as the spherical national historical ruins. Dazaifu was the center of government, army, economic and culture in ancient Japan. To protect Japan from Asia, there are about 2,000 people worked in this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station.
1. use Fukuoka Subway to Tenjin (6 min.).
2. use Nishitetsu Fukuoka Line to Tofuromae (15 min.)
3. walk east (15 min.)
yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kinin_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO005.flv.jpgKinin ParkKinin Park (金印公園) is located in Shikanoshima, Fukuoka. In 1784, Kinin, the golden stamp of Ancient China, was found in this park. In Chinese record, Emperor Guangwu of Han gave it to the king of Japan in 57 C.E.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station
1. use JR Kagoshima Line to Kashii (10 min.)
2. use JR Kashii Line to Nishitosaki (21 min.)
yes79http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukuoka_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO006.flv.jpgFukuoka CastleFukuoka Castle (福岡城) is a hilltop castle located in Fukuoka. It was built in 1601 by Kuroda Nagamasa. There are many stonewalls, baileys and some Yagura are remaining in this castle. It has also beautiful Plum forest and Sakrua trees.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station.
1. Fukuoka Subway to Ohorikoen (10 min.)
2. walk (3 min.)
yes416http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/higashi_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO007.flv.jpgHigashi ParkHigashi Park (東公園) is located in Fukuoka. It has a beautiful plum garden which has Plum blossoms in early March. This place is also the ruins of the battle field of Bunei War. Japanese army defeated Mongolian army here in 1274. The whole site of this park is designed like Japanese garden. At the center, there is the statue of Kameyama Emperor.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There are restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station.
1. use JR Kagoshima Line to Yoshiwara (2 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)
yes282http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nichiren_statue_fukoka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO008.flv.jpgNichiren Statue of FukokaNichiren Statue of Fukoka (福岡日蓮聖人立像) is located in Higashi park, Fukuoka. It is about 10.6m tall and made from bronze. It was designed by Tenshin Okakura and built in 1904. It was the memorial monument for the victory against Mongol in Kamakura period.
<b>Visitor’s info.</b>
There is no parking.
It is located inside of Minobusan Fukuoka betsuin Temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station.
1. use JR Kagoshima Line to Yoshiwara (2 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)yes109http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sumiyoshi_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO009.flv.jpgSumiyoshi ShrineSumiyoshi Shrine (住吉神社) of Fukuoka is one of three major Sumiyoshi Shrines in Japan. It was established in 927. The gods enshrines in this shrine have been worshipped for protecting the nation, and sea voyage since ancient time as well as for promoting Waka in Heian era. The main hall is built in 1623 by Kuroda Nagamasa.
<b>Visitor’s Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station.
1. walk south west (10 min.)
yes222http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ishikura_brewery_hyakunengura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO010.flv.jpgIshikura Brewery HyakunenguraIshikura Brewery Hyakunengura(石蔵酒造博多百年蔵) is one of the oldest Sake Brewery in Fukuoka. It is over 140 years old. Their building is also about 140 years old. You can buy great fresh Sake directly brewed. They have great tasting for all seasonable Sake. It is very popular tourist spot as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Open: 10:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station.
1. use Fukuoka Subway to Nakasu-kawabata.
2. change the line to Kenchoguchi.
3. walk south (10 min.)
yes201http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_kagoshima_ohara_bushi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT108.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT108.flv.jpgHow to dance Kagoshima OharaBushiKagoshima Ohara Bushi (鹿児島おはら節) is a dance of Kagoshima. It uses local song of Kagoshima. Dance is very simple, but very rhythmical, as well.
Level: 01 Easy
Type: Rhythmical
yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takaosan_fire_walking_monks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL242.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL242.flv.jpgTakaosan Fire-walking MonksTakaosan Fire-walking Monks (高尾山火渡り祭) happens at the 2nd Sunday of March. It is one of the biggest Shugendo events in Takaosan Yakuoin Temple. This fire-walking is also open for audience. After the monks walked on the fire, you can also walk on the fire.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking, but it will be so many people join. So, we recommend to use public transportation.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Takao (4 min.)
2. use Keio Line to Takaosanguchi (2 min.)
3. walk north (10 min.)
yes450http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuchu_kyodo_no_mori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL243.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL243.flv.jpgFuchu Kyodo no MoriFuchu Kyodo no Mori (府中郷土の森の梅) is one of the popular Ume, Japanese plum, forest in Tokyo. There are about 60 kinds 1,100 plum trees in this park. Those plums will bloom from February to middle of March. During the blossom of Ume, there is plum festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuchu Station
1. use local bus to Kyodonomorimae (10 min.)
yes279http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/plums_shinjuku_gyoen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL244.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL244.flv.jpgPlums of Shinjuku GyoenPlums of Shinjuku Gyoen (新宿御苑の梅) are very beautiful. There are about 350 plum trees. There are two Japanese style gardens with plum trees. In Shinjuku Gyoen, there are many birds which you can enjoy. The chirp of birds, smell of plum and beautiful plum blossom are the amazing sign of the arrival of Spring.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 200 yen, 50 yen for kids.
Open Hours: 9:00 to 16:30 (Last admission at 16:00)
There is parking space.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Shingukugyoenmae (2 min.)
2. walk south (1 min.)
yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sankeien_garden_plum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL158.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL158.flv.jpgPlum in the Sankeien GardenSankeien Garden (三渓園の梅) is one of the popular Ume spot in Kanagawa. There are about 600 Ume, Japanese plum, trees in this garden. They bloom in the middle of March.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Entrance fee: 500 yen, 200 yen for kids, and 300 yen seniors.
Open 9:00 to 17:00 (close the gate at 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use City bus (35 min.)
yes358http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_heisei_shinjuku_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT109.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT109.flv.jpgHow to dance Heisei Shinjuku OndoHeisei Shinjuku Ondo (平成新宿音頭) is one of the difficult Bon Dance. Therefore, once you remember its dance, it will be very fun Bon Dancing.
Song: Kyoko Hanada, Susumu Ishikawa.
Level: 05 Expert
Type: Very long song.
yes192http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tusyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK041.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK041.flv.jpgTusyamaTusyama (津山) is a castle town located in middle of Okayama Prefecture. It is very famous for its castle and Sakura. There are many traditional houses which offers tourist the time traveling to Edo period. Tsuyama Castle which is the main feature of Tsuyama is chosen as 100 best Japanese castle and Sakura spots.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking. You can get a map at the tourist organization center located at the castle.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuyama Station.
yes363http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kikuseidai_observatory/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG008.flv.jpgKikuseidai ObservatoryKikuseidai Observatory (掬星台展望台) has one of the best view spots for night sceneries in Kobe. It is located on Mt. Maya. It is considered as the 10 million dollars night view. It is also chosen as 3 best night views in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking (you have to walk about 20 min.) and restroom.
Park is open 24 hours.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kobe Station.
1. use Hankyu to Rokko.
2. use bus to Mayasanjo.
yes100http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/maruyama_park_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA052.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA052.flv.jpgHanami at Maruyama ParkMaruyama Park (円山公園) is located in Gion, Kyoto. It is one of the most popular Sakura spot in Kyoto. There are about 680 Sakura trees in this park. In early APril, when Sakura bloom, many people have Hanami party in this park. There is famous Shidare Sakura in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is a restroom.
During Hanami season, there are many food stands in this park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto.
1. use Kyoto Subway to Karasumaoike.
2. use Tozai line to Higashiyama.
3. walk south (10 min.)
yes281http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shukugawa_park_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA051.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA051.flv.jpgHanami at Shukugawa ParkShukugawa Park (夙川公園) is a riverside park located in Nishinomiya, Hyogo. It is very popular Sakura spot near Kobe. On the both side of Shukugawa river, there are about 1,660 Sakura in this park. It is chosen as one of 100 best Sakura spots. From the end of March to the beginning of April, Sakura bloom and many people have Hanami party, here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking around and restroom.
You can have Hanami party here.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kobe Station.
1. use Hankyu Kobe Line to Shukugawa.
yes348http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mizumoto_park_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA053.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA053.flv.jpgHanami at Mizumoto ParkMizumoto Park (水元公園) is one of the biggest park in Tokyo Metro. It is also very famous Sakura spot in Katsushika. There are about 1,300 Sakura trees on its bank.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom. No light-up Sakura.
You can have Hanami party.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kanamachi.
2. use bus to Mizumoto park.
yes322http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsuyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK040.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK040.flv.jpgTsuyama CastleTsuyama Castle (津山城) is a hilltop castle located in the middle of Okayama prefecture. It is chosen as 100 best castles. Tsuyama castle is also very famous for its Sakura. Therefore, it is chosen as 100 best Sakura spot, as well. The great stone walls and baileys remain, and Bitchu Yagura was reconstructed. On the top of the mountain, it has great view of Tsuyama City.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuyama station.
1. walk north (10 min.)
yes330http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/handayama_park_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA050.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA050.flv.jpgHanami at Handayama parkHandayama park(半田山植物園) is very popular Hanami spot in Okayama. There are about 1,000 Sakura trees in this park. Many people have Hanami party in the beginning of April when Sakura bloom. There are over 100 years Sakura in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
When Sakura is blooming, there is a lighten up Sakura until 21:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use bus to Handayamashokubutsuen.
yes320http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nunobiki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG007.flv.jpgNunobiki FallsNunobiki Falls (布引の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Kobe. It is also one of three major sacred waterfalls. It is also chosen as 100 best water. Because it is located very near from Kobe, the hiking course around the waterfalls are very popular.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom. You can use the parking of Shin-Kobe Station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kobe Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Sannomiya.
2. use Hokushin Line to Shinkobe.
yes338http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ako_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG006.flv.jpgAko CastleAko Castle (赤穂城) is a flatland located western Hyogo prefecture. It was built by Oka Mitsuhiro in 1466. It is famous for one of Chushingura related spot. Current Structure was designed by Asano Naganao, the first lord of Ako Domain. After the story of Chushingura, Mori clan was moved in this castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Himeji Station.
1. use JR Ako Line to Banshu Ako (20 min.)
yes344http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nishigawa_park_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA047.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA047.flv.jpgHanami at Nishigawa ParkNishigawa Park (西川公園) is popular Sakura spot in Okayama. On the riverside of Nishigawa, there are many beautiful Sakura trees.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes262http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ujo_park_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA048.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA048.flv.jpgHanami at Ujo ParkUjo Park (烏城公園) is located in Okayama City. It is a popular Sakura spot in Okayama. There are about 200 Sakura trees in this park. In the beginning of April, all Sakura bloom in this park and many people enjoy Hanami.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use City train to Shiroshita.
2. walk east.
yes227http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mino_park_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA049.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA049.flv.jpgHanami at Mino ParkMino Park (三野公園) is one of the popular Sakura spot in Okayama. There are about 800 Sakura trees in this park. In the early April, Sakura bloom and many people enjoy Hanami. This park is located on the top of hill, and it has great view of Okayama city.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
If you want to have Hanami party, ou can't use fire.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use bus to Mino.
yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mino_hana_mikoshi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF058.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF058.flv.jpgHana-Mikoshi in MinoHana-Mikoshi (花みこし) is one of the exciting Mikoshi Matsuri happens at Mino, Gifu prefecture. In the middle of April, about 30 Hana-Mikoshi dance and travel all over the town of Mino. Hana-Mikoshi is a Mikoshi with Huge paper flowers which made from Mino washi paper. It just looks like a huge Sakura on the top of Mikoshi. The dance of those gorgeous Mikoshi are very energetic and powerful. Feel and enjoy the exciting atmosphere.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Date of the festival: 2nd Saturday of April.
Time: parade starts at 9:00 at Hachiman Shrine.
Travel to the Mino historical district.
Soneri at Hirooka crossing.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mino city.
1. walk to north (15 min.)
yes555http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minomatsuri_yama_nerimono/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF059.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF059.flv.jpgMinomatsuri Yama-NerimonoMinomatsuri Yama-Nerimono (美濃祭 山車・ねりもの) happens in the 2nd day of Mino Matsuri. Mino Minomatsuri is held in the middle of April. This parade float festival has been kept since Edo period. 6 huge traditional parade-floats with puppets assembled at Hachiman Shrine. Then, they demonstrate the performance to the god of the shrine. After the ritual reception, the float spins and runs back to their town. All these floats are registered as the folk cultural assets of Gifu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Date of the festival: 2nd Sunday of April.
Time :13:00
Location: at Hachiman Shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mino Station.
1. walk north (20 min.)
yes470http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mino_ogura_park_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA055.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA055.flv.jpgHanami at Mino Ogura ParkOgura Park (小倉公園) is one of the popular Hanami spot in Mino city. There are about 1,000 Sakura trees in this park. From the beginning of April to the middle of April, Sakura bloom and many people visit here and enjoy Hanami party.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but during Sakura festival, parking will be closed.
On the weekend of blooming period, there is Sakura festival which has many food stands.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mino Station.
1. walk north (20 min.)
yes265http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mino_bridge_north_side_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA056.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA056.flv.jpgHanami at North side of Mino BridgeNorth side of Mino Bridge (美濃橋北) is a popular Sakura spot in Mino. There are many Sakura trees on the riverside of Nagaragawa River. From the beginning of April to the middle of April, Sakura bloom and many people visit here and enjoy Hanami party.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking but you can use Michinoeki for parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mino Station.
1. use Etsubiminami Line to Baizan.
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mizumoto_chuo_park_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA054.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA054.flv.jpgHanami at Mizumoto Chuo ParkMizumoto Chuo Park (水元中央公園) is located at Katsushika, Tokyo. It has great Sakura trees. It is a nice Hanami spot in Katsushika.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kitasenju Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kanamachi Station (4 min.)
2. use bus to Chuokoen.
yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawaminato_lighthouse/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF060.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF060.flv.jpgKawaminato LighthouseKawaminato Lighthouse (川湊灯台) is a historical building of Mino. Kanamori Nagachika, the lord of this area duirng Edo period, built a port at this place. This place was very import transportation spot because of Nagaragawa river. This 9m tall lighthouse and its stone walls are remains since then.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mino Station.
1. use bus to Ogurakoen.
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes50http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kodukue_castle_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL159.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL159.flv.jpgKozukue Castle MatsuriKozukue Castle Matsuri (小机城址まつり) is Yokohama's Samurai parade which is held in early April when Sakura bloom. There are about 50 Samura, daimyo, princess, gunners and kids samurai parade from Sankaiji Temple to Kozukue Castle. At the castle, there is a demonstration of Samurai Kick-off rally.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parade starts from 11:00 and arrive at Kozukue Castle at 13:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Kozukue (20 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes327http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_janken/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT110.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT110.flv.jpgHow to JankenJanken is the most common way to decide the winner in Japan. Use one hand and make 3 different shapes to decide the winner or loser. Great thing about Janken is that you can use it with multi-persons. Janken is fun and fair way to decide the winner.
yes359http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tadachi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL055.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL055.flv.jpgTadachi FallsTadachi Falls (田立の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Nagiso, Nagano Prefecture. There are many waterfalls along Otaki River. The name Tadachi Falls is the collective term of those waterfalls. It is designated as the scenic beauty of Nagano. It is a popular hiking course to enjoy many waterfalls and great view from the top of Fudo Rock.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking.
Admission: 200 yen.
Hiking takes 3 hours. Requires nice shoes for hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagiso Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tadachi (10 min.)
2. take a taxi to its parking (20 min.)
yes352http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryuugin_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF061.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF061.flv.jpgRyuugin FallsRyuugin Falls (竜吟の滝) is a waterfalls located in Mizunami, Gifu. There are several waterfalls in this spots.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakatsugawa Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kamado Station (21 min.)
2. walk north (15 min.)
yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiso_ono_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL054.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL054.flv.jpgKiso Ono FallsOno Falls (小野の滝) is a beautiful waterfalls located on Kiso Road. It is about 20m tall. It is chosen as one of eight view of Kiso.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. Nagiso Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Uematsu.
2. walk south (50 min.)yes147http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rasen_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL056.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL056.flv.jpgRasen FallsRasen Falls (螺旋滝) is one of Tadachi Waterfalls located in Nagiso, Nagano.
Tadachi Falls is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls. Rasen literary means spiral. So, it has a spiral shape.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking.
Admission: 200 yen.
Hiking takes 3 hours. Requires nice shoes for hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagiso Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tadachi (10 min.)
2. take a taxi to its parking (20 min.)
yes157http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiri_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL056.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL056.flv.jpgKiri FallsKiri Falls (霧ヶ滝) is one of Tadachi Waterfalls located in Nagiso, Nagano.
Tadachi Falls is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls. Kiri literary means Mist.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking.
Admission: 200 yen.
Hiking takes 3 hours. Requires nice shoes for hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagiso Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tadachi (10 min.)
2. take a taxi to its parking (20 min.)
yes158http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tenga_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL058.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL058.flv.jpgTenga FallsTenga Falls (天河滝) is one of Tadachi Waterfalls located in Nagiso, Nagano.
It is the biggest and major waterfalls of Tadachi. Its height is about 40m. Tadachi Falls is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls. Rasen literary means spiral. So, it has a spiral shape.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking.
Admission: 200 yen.
Hiking takes 3 hours. Requires nice shoes for hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagiso Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tadachi (10 min.)
2. take a taxi to its parking (20 min.)
yes148http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tadachi_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL059.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL059.flv.jpgTadachi Fudo FallsTadachi Fudo Falls (田立不動滝) is one of Tadachi Waterfalls located in Nagiso, Nagano. Tadachi Falls is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking.
Admission: 200 yen.
Hiking takes 3 hours. Requires nice shoes for hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagiso Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tadachi (10 min.)
2. take a taxi to its parking (20 min.)
yes69http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiso_kakuyoku_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL060.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL060.flv.jpgKiso Kakuyoku FallsKakuyoku Falls (鶴翼滝) is one of Tadachi Waterfalls located in Nagiso, Nagano. Tadachi Falls is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking.
Admission: 200 yen.
Hiking takes 3 hours. Requires nice shoes for hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagiso Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tadachi (10 min.)
2. take a taxi to its parking (20 min.)
yes97http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uruu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL061.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL061.flv.jpgUruu FallsUruu Falls (うるう滝) is one of Tadachi Waterfalls located in Nagiso, Nagano. Tadachi Falls is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking.
Admission: 200 yen.
Hiking takes 3 hours. Requires nice shoes for hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagiso Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tadachi (10 min.)
2. take a taxi to its parking (20 min.)
yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fudo_rock_observatory/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL062.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL062.flv.jpgFudo Rock ObservatoryFudo Rock Observatory(不動岩展望台) is located on Tadachi, Nagano. It has great view of Nakatsugawa area and northern Alps and Central Alps. It is located on the hiking course of Tadachi waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking.
Admission: 200 yen.
Hiking takes 3 hours. Requires nice shoes for hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagiso Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tadachi (10 min.)
2. take a taxi to its parking (20 min.)
yes89http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hachimaki_observatory/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG010.flv.jpgHachimaki ObservatoryHachimaki Observatory (鉢巻展望台) is one of view spots of Mt. Rokko. It has great a view of Kobe city, especially, the night view is one of the best in Kansai region. Because it is located on the middle of Mt. Rokko, it is not effected by the weather as much as on the top of the mountain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restoom.
<b>Access</b>
Only available by car.
yes98http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rokko_garden_terrace/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG011.flv.jpgRokko Garden TerraceRokko Garden Terrace (六甲ガーデンテラス) is one of view spots of Mt. Rokko. It has great a view of Kobe city, especially, the night view is one of the best in Kansai region. There is an observatory tower which has great view. The enter place are designed as the town of Europa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kobe Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Like to Sannomiya (4 min.)
2. use Kobe City Line Saishin Line to Tanigami Station. (11 min.)
3. use Shintetsu Arima Line to Arima Onsen.
4. use bus to Rokko ropeway (6 min.)
yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sennen_fuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL245.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL245.flv.jpgSennen FujiSennen Fuji (千年乃藤) is over 400 years old Fuji tree, Japanese wisteria. It is a sacred tree of Kokuryo Shrine. During the end of April, Fuji flowers bloom beautiful flowers. Sennen literary means 1,000 years. This Fuji is about 4 m tall and the Fuji flower table is 400 squire meters. It is one of the popular Fuji spots in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuchu Station.
1. use Keio Line to Fuda.
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes214http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rikugien_garden_azalea/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL247.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL247.flv.jpgAzalea of Rikugien GardenAzalea of Rikugien Garden (六義園のツツジ) is one of the main feature of this garden. Around the beginning of May, all Azalea bloom beautiful flowers. The greens of the garden will be colored with great red, pink and white arts.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Addmission: 300 yen for adults, 150 yen for kids.
Opens: 9:00 to 17:00, but for the light-up season, they open until 21:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station
1. use JR Yamanote line to Komagome (6 min.)
2. walk south (3 min.)
yes262http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyanagawa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL058.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL058.flv.jpgOyanagawa ValleyOyanagawa Valley (大柳川渓谷) is located in Fujigawa town, Yamanashi Prefecture. It is a part of Minami Alps. This is one of great one-day-hiking spot in Yamanashi with many beautiful waterfalls. During the early summer, it has beautiful green leaves. In Autumn, it has great Koyo leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minobu Station.
1. use JR Minobu Line to Kajikazawacuhi.
2. use local bus to Jukkokukannkouchusyajo.
yes418http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tonogayato_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL246.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL246.flv.jpgTonogayato GardenTonogayato Garden (殿ヶ谷戸庭園) is one of Japanese style gardens of Tokyo. It is located in Kokubunji. It is registered as National Scenic Beauty. There are many springs in this garden, and the area has a small hills. The garden designer took advantage of springs and geological figure. There are many seasonable flowers which you can enjoy.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Admission: 150 yen for adult. 70 yen for seniors.
There is a group discount from 20 persons.
No pet allowed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kichijoji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kokubunji.
2. walk south (2 min.)
yes291http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amanbuchi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL059.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL059.flv.jpgAmanbuchi FallsAmanbuchi Falls (天淵の滝) is a major waterfalls located in Oyanagawa valley. Oyanagawa Valley is a great valley of Minami Alps.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Don't enter the restricted area.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minobu Station.
1. use JR Minobu Line to Kajikazawacuhi.
2. use local bus to Jukkokukannkouchusyajo.
3. walk (15 min.)
yes128http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyanagawa_godan_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL060.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL060.flv.jpgOyanagawa Godan FallsGodan Falls (五段の滝) is one of waterfalls located in Oyanagawa Valley. Oyanagawa Valley is a great valley of Minami Alps. It is a 5-step waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Be careful when you watch this falls.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minobu Station.
1. use JR Minobu Line to Kajikazawacuhi.
2. use local bus to Jukkokukannkouchusyajo.
3. walk (25 min.)
yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suzumi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL061.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL061.flv.jpgSuzumi FallsSuzumi Falls (涼みの滝) one of waterfalls located in Oyanagawa Valley. Oyanagawa Valley is a great valley of Minami Alps.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Be careful when you watch this falls.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minobu Station.
1. use JR Minobu Line to Kajikazawacuhi.
2. use local bus to Jukkokukannkouchusyajo.
3. walk (25 min.)
yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyana_river_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL062.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL062.flv.jpgFudo Falls of Oyana riverFudo Falls of Oyana river(大柳川不動滝) is a beautiful waterfalls located in Fujigawa town, Yamanashi prefecture. It is 2 steps waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minobu Station.
1. use JR Minobu Line to Kajikazawacuhi.
2. use local bus to toriya.
3. walk west.
yes104http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyana_shio_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL063.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL063.flv.jpgHayakawa Oshio FallsOshio Falls (大塩の滝) is a 8m tall waterfalls located in Hayakawa Town, Yamanashi prefecture. The amount of water is very huge and the waterfalls is very beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking on a market you can use.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minobu Station.
1. use local bus to Hayakawachokyodoshiryoukan.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okayama_fuji_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK042.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK042.flv.jpgFuji Park in OkayamaFuji Park (藤公園) of Wake Town is one of the best Fuji, Japanese Wisteria, park in Okayama prefecture. There are about 100 kinds of Wisteria in this park. You can enjoy various colors of Fuji flowers which bloom in the end of April to early May. The Fuji table of this park is about 500m long.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Admission (Only Matusri period when Wisteria blooms): 300 yen for adult, and 150 yen for kids. There is a group discount from 15 people.
No pet.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Wake (30 min.)
2. walk north (1 hr.)
yes277http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsushika_craftwork_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL248.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL248.flv.jpgKatsushika Craftwork MuseumKatsushika Traditional Craftwork Museum (葛飾区伝統産業館,Katsushika-ku Dento Sangyo kan.) is a correct shop of craftworks made by Traditional craftmen of Katsushika. There are 45 members of Claftmen registered in this museum. 25 of them display and sale their claftworks at here. Each claftmen bring their unique and traditional craftworks here for sale.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 11:00 to 18:00
Close on Monday and Tuesday.
Every 3rd Saturday, we have experiencing claftwroks.
Contact <a href="mailto:info@mustlovejapan.com">MLJ</a> for making reservation.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa
1. use Keisei Line to Keisei Tateishi (8 min.)
2. walk north (4 min.)
yes528http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gyosen_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL249.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL249.flv.jpgGyosen parkGyosen park (行船公園) is a park with Japanese garden and zoo located in Kasai, Tokyo. The garden is called Heisei Garden which is a typical pond surrounding garden. There is an Iris spots, Azalea spots, and many Sakura trees in this garden. This park also has fishing ponds, free zoo and kid's play ground.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Zoo
Admission: Free.
Open: 10:00 to 16:30 Close 16:00 from Nov. to Feb.
Close on Monday.
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Tozai Line to Nishi Kasai.
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes281http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asukayama_hydrangea/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL250.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL250.flv.jpgHydrangea at Asukayama ParkAsukayama Park (飛鳥山公園) is a very popular Sakura spot in Tokyo. It has also great Hydrangea located on the north side of the park. There are 1,300 Hydrangea trees which are one of the biggest numbers in Tokyo Metro area.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Hydrangea blooms in June.
They are planted on the north side of the park between train rails and the park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use KeihinTohoku Line to Oji.
2. walk west (2 min.)
yes314http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/torigoe_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL251.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL251.flv.jpgTorigoe MatsuriTorigoe Matsuri (鳥越まつり) is one of the exciting Mikoshi Matsuri in Tokyo. It is held at the nearest Sunday from June 9 by Torigoe Shrine. The main feature of this Matsuri is Senkan Mikoshi which is the Mikoshi of Torigoe Shrine. This Mikoshi is 4 tons of weight which is the heaviest Mikoshi in Tokyo. Mikoshi parade starts in the morning and travels all over the Towns of Torigoe and returns to the shrine. At the returning, The mikoshi will be decorated with lanterns. The returning Mikoshi is called "Miyairi," and it is the highlight of this festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stands around the shrine during the festival.
You can use restroom of the shrine.
Happens in: the nearest Sunday from June 9.
It will be mass of people in front of the shrine at night.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa Station
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Kuramae (2 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes575http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mukojima_hyakkaen_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL252.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL252.flv.jpgMukojima Hyakkaen GardenMukojima Hyakkaen Garden (向島百花園) is one of flower gardens in Tokyo. Hyakka literary means 100 flowers. There are over 15,00 trees and flowers which bloom in each seasons. It is registered as the national scenic beauty and historical assets. It was used to be a plum gardens, but today many flowers which mostly related with Japanese or Chinese poem. The flowers of this garden blooms all through a year, so you can always enjoy blossoms.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 150 Yen, seniors 70 yen, under junior high free.
There are group discount from 20 persons.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00, the last entry 16:30.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa
1. use Tobu Isesaki Line to Higashi Mukosjima ( 5 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)
yes350http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinagawa_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL253.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL253.flv.jpgShinagawa-jukuShinagawa-juku (品川宿) is the first post town on Tokaido Road. Tokaido is the major road connecting Edo and Kyoto. Shinagawa-juku is located 8km from Nihonbashi. It was the entrance of Edo. Shinagawa-juku, Shin-juku, Itabashi-juku and Senju-juku were the major post town of Edo. Today, Shinagawa-juku becomes shopping district. The width of the road is the same as it used to be.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use Keihin Line to Kita-Shinagawa. (2 min.)
2. walk south (2 min.)
yes302http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujizuka_shinagawa_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL254.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL254.flv.jpgFujizuka at Shinagawa ShrineFujizuka at Shinagawa Shrine (品川神社富士塚) is a miniature Mt. Fuji. FujizukaIt is a spiritual spot just like Mt. Fuji. It was built in 1869. Worshipping to Mt. Fuji was not easy for long time. It was built for those who couldn't climb up the real Mt. Fuji. It has great view of Shinagawa area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is a opening festival in July 1 just like Mt. Fuji.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use Keihin Line to Shinbaba Station (4 min.)
2. walk north-west (5 min.)
yes185http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_tokyo_skytree_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT111.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT111.flv.jpgHow to dance Tokyo Skytree OndoThe video introduction of how to dance Tokyo Skytree Ondo (東京スカイツリー音頭の踊り方).
Level 3: Normal
Typle: Slow
Song: "Tokyo Skytree Ondo" by Hiroko Aizawa.
yes171http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_tokyo_gorin_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT112.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT112.flv.jpgHow to dance Tokyo Gorin OndoThe video introduction of how to dance Tokyo Gorin Ondo (東京五輪音頭の踊り方).
Level 2: easy
Typle: slow
Song: "Tokyo Gorin Ondo" by Takashi Miyata.
yes183http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/doll_shop_tanabe/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL255.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL255.flv.jpgDoll Shop TanabeDoll Shop Tanabe (人形の田辺, ningyonotanabe) is a warehouse of Kimekomi Dolls located in Asakusabashi. Kimekomi Doll is a traditional Japanese craft that is made from wooden body and decorated by Japanese fabrics. Doll Shop Tanabe has all tools and supplies need for Kimekomi Dolls. It has thousands of Kimono fabrics and hundreds of the doll bodies. They also have a glass cases, folding screen, Tatami mattress for the dolls.
"Delight of making dolls, pleasure of decorating dolls."
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 10:00 to 18:00
It is located on the 7th floor of Akku Building(アックビル).
Please make a reservation for the similar lesson on this video.
<a href="mailto:info@mustlovejapan.com">Contact MLJ for Reservation.</a>
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akihabara Station.
1. use JR Sobu Line To Asakusabashi.
2. walk north (1 min.)
yes533http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nachi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK001.flv.jpgNachi FallsNachi Falls (那智大滝, nachi no ootaki) is one of the three major watrfalls as well as Kegon and Fukuroda in Japan. Nachi is located in southern Wakayama prefecture. It is also chosen as 100 best Japanese waterfalls. The height of the falls is 133m and the width is 13m. As a single straight falls, Nachi Falls is the highest waterfalls in Japan. It has been respected as the sacred waterfalls by many people. Today, it is registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking around the bottom of the falls.
Seigantoji temple has a great view of this falls.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. use JR Kise Line to Nachi (21 min.)
2. use bus to Nachisankan kanko center.
yes280http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumano_hongu_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK002.flv.jpgKumano Hongu ShrineKumano Hongu Shrine (熊野本宮大社) is one of three Kumano Grand Shrines. There are thousands of Kumano Shrines in Japan, and this is the most important of them. Located in Wakayama Prefecture, the shrine was established over 2,000 years ago and it enshrines twelve gods of Kumano Gongen. The main god of the shrine is Ketsumimikonoookami, and Yata Crow, the three-legged crow, is the messenger of this god. As the one of great historic sites of Kumano, it is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. To worship at Kumano was highly respected and many people including emperors have prayed at this shrine.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
Parking and restrooms are available.
<b>Access</b>
0. Travel to Shingu Station.
1. use the local bus service to Kumano Hongudaisha.yes323http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumano_nachi_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK003.flv.jpgKumano Nachi ShrineKumano Nachi Shrine (熊野那智大社) is one of three Kumano Grand Shrines. There are thousands of Kumano Shrines in Japan, and it is the top of them. It is located in Nachi-Katsuura, Wakayama prefecture. The first Japanese Emperor Jinmu enshrined the waterfalls, Nachi falls, as god. Then, he traveled to Nara safely by the guidance of Yata Crow. This legend of Yata Crow is very famous in Japanese Myth. The shrine was located near the falls, and moved to current location in 317. As the one of the great historic site of Kumano, it is registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Museum: 300 yen.
Waterfalls: 300 yen.
There is a group discount.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. use JR Kise Line to Nachi (21 min.)
2. use bus to Nachisankan kanko center.
yes221http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumano_hayatama_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK004.flv.jpgKumano Hayatama ShrineKumano Hayatama Shrine (熊野速玉大社) is one of three Kumano Grand Shrines. There are thousands of Kumano Shrines in Japan, and this is the top of them. It is located in Shingu, Wakayama Prefecture. Legend said, it was established about 2,000 years ago. It enshrines Izanagi no Mikoto, Izanami no Mikoto and other 12 gods. In the time of Emperor Koken, this shrine was entitled the best sacred spot in Japan. As the one of great historic site of Kumano, it is registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is very important to worship all three Kumano Grand Shrines. Kumano Shrine helps salvation of our three lives. Hayatama Shrine helps the salvation of the pervious life. Nachi Shrine helps the salvation of the current life. Hongu Shrine helps the salvation of next life. Kumano Shrines are highly respected for over thousands of years.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. walk walk north-west (15 min.)
yes272http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nachi_san_seiganto_ji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK005.flv.jpgNachi-san Seiganto-ji TempleNachi-san Seiganto-ji Temple (那智山青岸渡寺) is located in Nachi-Katsuura, Wakayama Prefecture. It is one of sacred spot of Nachi, and registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was established by Priest Ragyo who was highly trained in India in the 4th century. He practiced under Nachi Falls, and found a small image of Kannon at the basin. The current hall was reconstructed by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in 1590. On the side of three stories pagoda, it has great view of Nachi Falls.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. use JR Kise Line to Nachi (21 min.)
2. use bus to Nachisankan kanko center.
yes252http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumano_daimonzaka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK006.flv.jpgKumano DaimonzakaDaimonzaka (熊野古道大門坂) is one of Kumano Pilgrimage Routes located in Nachi. It leads to Nachi Grand Shrine and Seiganto-ji Temple. It is also a part of UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kii Mountain. This path has a beautiful cedar avenue, and remains the original stone floors. It is about 500m long 100m difference of elevation. Many people used this path for worshipping the scared place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. use JR Kise Line to Nachi (21 min.)
2. use bus to Daimonzaka.
yes275http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_take_care_katana/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT113.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT113.flv.jpgHow to take care KatanaHow to take care Katana (刀の手入れの仕方). Katana is Japanese style sword. To keep it in great condition, you must take care of it constantly. Katana is made from Iron and other metals. Therefore, Katana must be coated with oil to prevent oxidization. It is also very important to know the manner of Katana. If you have Katana, please take a look and study the correct way of taking care Katana.
yes578http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuwanoki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK007.flv.jpgKuwanoki FallsKuwanoki Falls (桑ノ木の滝) is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Shingu, Wakayama Prefecture. It is about 21m tall and 8m wide.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
The road to the waterfalls is not in great condition after disaster of Typhoon in 2011. So, please be careful when you see this falls.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit.
From route 168 to 230. There is parking. 15 min. from the parking.
yes94http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamikura_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK008.flv.jpgKamikura ShrineKamikura Shrine (神倉神社) is one of the oldest shrine in Japan. It is located on Mt. Kamikura in Shingu Wakayama Prefecture. It is very old shrine as it appears in Japanese Myth. In Japanese Myth, the first Emperor Jimmu received the divine sword on the top of Mt. Kamikura. With the sword, he succeeded his conquer. The stone stairs were donated by Minamoto no Yoritomo. It was highly respected by many people for the faith of Kumano. It is registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking.
There are 538 Steps and they are very high-slope, so be careful.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. walk west (20 min.)
yes221http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumano_asuka_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK009.flv.jpgKumano Asuka ShrineAsuka Shrine (阿須賀神社) is the oldest shrine in Kumano. It is located in Shingu, Wakayama prefecture. It is located Mt. Renna that is considered as the perfect Kannabi mountain where god appears from the heaven. Mt. Hona is 48m high and there is Kumano River on the north side of the mountain. In front of this mountain, the water of the river and ocean mix perfectly at high tide. That is called "Musubi." The water of the river is considered as "Yin." The water of ocean is "Yang." "Yin and Yang" is also very important philosophy in Shintoism. Asuka Shrine is the only few sacred place where those three terms, "Kannabi" "Musubi" and "Yin and Yang," appears at the same location.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. walk north (10 min.)
yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shingu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK010.flv.jpgShingu CastleShingu Castle (新宮城) is a hilltop castle located in Shingu, Wakayama. It was built in 1648 by Asano Tadayoshi. Shingu Castle is also called Tanzuru Castle. After the battle of Sekigahara, Asano Tadayoshi, the samurai of Asano Yoshinaga, became the lord of Shingu, and built this castle. In 1615, this castle was abandoned, but rebuilt in the same year. In 1633, Mizuno Shigenaka, the lord of Shingu at that time, completed the castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. walk north (5 min.)
yes302http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takino_hai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK011.flv.jpgTakino haiTakino hai (滝の拝) is waterfalls located in the middle of Wakayama Prefecture. It literary means cups of waterfalls. There are many potholes and waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. use JR Kise Line to Koza
2. use bus to Takinohai (45 min.)
yes278http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanajiro_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK012.flv.jpgHanajiro FallsHanajiro Falls (鼻白の滝) is two step waterfalls located in Shingu. The upper falls are 45m tall and lower falls are 38m tall. Hanajiro literary means white nose. It was named after white nose eel that lived here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking
No restroom.
The road is closed now. So, you have to walk from route 168.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit. Drive route 168 north from Shingu station. (20 min.)
yes180http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koza_river_rock/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK013.flv.jpgThe Rock of Koza riverThe Rock of Koza river (古座川の一枚岩) is one of best tourist spot in Kozagawa. It is a single rock about 800m wide and 150m tall. It is registered as the national monument of nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Thre is a gift shop and restaurant in front of the rock.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. use JR Kise Line to Koza
2. use bus to Ichimai Iwa.
yes118http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shirami_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK014.flv.jpgShirami FallsShirami Falls (白見の滝) is located in Shingu, Wakayama prefecture. It is about 15m tall waterfalls. There are many beautiful waterfalls in Shingu, and this falls is one of them.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Don't come closer because those rocks are unstable.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. use bus to Shirami
yes99http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shingu_jofuku_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK015.flv.jpgShingu Jofuku ParkJofuku Park (徐福公園) is located in Shingu, Wakayama Prefecture. It is a memorial park of Jofuku. It was used to be a grave of Jofuku. In 1994, people built a park around his grave with Chinese style gate and other Jofuku related facilities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, restroom and gift shop.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. walk north (2 min.)
yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyunohara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK016.flv.jpgOyunoharaOyunohara (大斎原) is the former location of Kumano Hongu Shrine. Historically speaking, all people headed to this place. In 1889, the shrines are destroyed by flooding. Those buildings were moved to the top of a hill located little north. This place was used to be an island surrounded by Kumano and Otonashi river. Instead of Misogi, visitors must walk though the cold river to worship. There is a largest Torii Gate in this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Statio.
1. use local bus to Kumano Hongudaisya.
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes148http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hirou_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK017.flv.jpgHirou ShrineHirou Shrine (飛瀧神社) is located at the bottom of Nachi Great Falls. It enshrines Nachi Great Falls. Nachi Great Falls is one of three major Japanese waterfalls. It has 133m tall that is the tallest waterfalls as a single straight falls. This shrine is a part of Kumano Nachi Grand Shrine. There is no building for praying. In this shrine, people worship directly to the falls.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is a public parking around the falls.
There is restroom.
Admission to the access to the basin of the waterfalls: 300 Yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. use JR Kise Line to Nachi (21 min.)
2. use bus to Takimae.
yes260http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumano_nunobiki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME006.flv.jpgKumano Nunobiki FallsKumano Nunobiki Falls (熊野布引の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Kumano, Mie Prefecture. It is four-step waterfalls, 53m high in total. It was formed on Kumano Granite for over thousands of years. Nunobiki literary means lied towel. Because this waterfalls has light slop, there is no sound when water fall. So, people named Nunobiki because it is just like a towel hanging over the cliff. It has great Autumn leaves in Fall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Street is not in great condition. So, be careful when you drive.
<b>Access</b>
You need a car.
Drive 311 from Kuman down town.
change to 780.
Make left to Hacho Valley.
yes138http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumano_ara_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME007.flv.jpgKumano Ara FallsKumano Ara Falls (熊野荒滝) is one of waterfalls located in Kumano, Mie Prefecture. It is 25m high. It is located near Nunobiki Falls and there are 3 other beautiful waterfalls. So, you can enjoy waterfalls tour around this area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Street is not in great condition. So, be careful when you drive.
<b>Access</b>
You need a car.
Drive 311 from Kuman down town.
change to 780.
Make left to Hacho Valley.
yes85http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/haccho_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME008.flv.jpgHaccho Great FallsHaccho Great Falls (八丁大滝, haccho otaki) is located in Kiwa, Mie Prefecture. It is 10m high. It is located near Nunobiki Falls and there are 3 other beautiful waterfalls. So, you can enjoy waterfalls tour around this area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space.
Street is not in great condition. So, be careful when you drive.
<b>Access</b>
You need a car.
Drive 311 from Kuman down town.
change to 780.
Make left to Hacho Valley.
yes102http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hananoiwaya_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME009.flv.jpgHananoiwaya ShrineHananoiwaya Shrine (花窟神社) is one of the oldest shrine in Japan. It is located in Kumano, Mie Prefecture. This shrine appears in Japanese Myth. Legend said, Izanaminomikoto was buried under a huge rock in here. It has been highly respected as the sacred place for long time. This shrine is registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
There is a small shopping male in front of the Shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumanochi station.
1. take bus to Hananoiwajinja.
yes171http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shishi_rock/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME010.flv.jpgShishi RockShishi Rock (獅子岩) is a lion shape rock located in Kumano, Mie prefecture. It is registered as a part of UNESCO World Heritage Site, and national monument of nature. The size of the rock is 25m tall and 210m around. Because of its shape, it is considered as Komainu of Oma Shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumanoshi Station.
1. walk south (20 min.)
yes141http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asakusabashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL256.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL256.flv.jpgAsakusabashiAsakusabashi (浅草橋) is a doll-shop districted where there are many warehouses of Japanese traditional dolls. It is located in east side of Akihabara. There are many famous Japanese doll shops, and other warehouses of the doll. They have all supplies that you need for Japanese traditional dolls. Asakusabashi provide all kinds of Hina Dolls, small helmet and armers for boy's day, Kimekomi dolls and other traditiona dolls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is few parking.
This is a warehouse district. So, most of the shops closes on the weekend.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akihabara Station.
1. use JR Sobu Line to Asakusabashi.
yes337http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yomogi_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL039.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL039.flv.jpgYomogi Fudo FallsYomogi Fudo Falls (四方木不動滝) is one of beautiful waterfalls of Boso Peninsula. It is located in Kamogawa, Chiba. It is 10m high and 8m wide. There are another waterfalls right next to this fall called Medaki.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit.
Located on route 81.
yes189http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toyofusa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL040.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL040.flv.jpgToyofusa FallsToyofusa Falls (豊英大滝) is located southern Boso Peninsula, Chiba. It is two-step waterfalls, 7.5m and 2.5m tall and 20m wide.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking near, but you can park at the entrance of Seiwa Kenmin park.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit.
located on route 410.
yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/maenosoubiki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL041.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL041.flv.jpgMaenosoubiki FallsMaenosoubiki Falls(前蔵引の滝) is 9.2m tall waterfalls located in Boso Peninsula. There are 6 other waterfalls located around this falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but its road is not in great condition.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit.
20 min from parking.
located on route 258.
yes97http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL042.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL042.flv.jpgBo FallsBo Falls (坊滝) is one of seven Masuma Waterfalls located in Boso peninsula. It is 25m tall. Bo Falls literary means the monk falls. The priest of Enma Temple near this fall had his practice under this waterfalls.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit.
40 min from parking.
located on route 258.
yes157http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minamibousou_bo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL043.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL043.flv.jpgMinamibousou Bo FallsMinamibousou Bo Falls (棒滝) is about 15m tall waterfalls located in Minamiboso, Chiba Prefecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It is hidden.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit.
located on route 258.
yes157http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukube_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL006.flv.jpgFukube FallsFukube Falls (ふくべの大滝) is one of waterfalls of Hakusan Super Rindo, mountain path, that is located between Isikawa prefecture and Gifu Prefecture. It is 86m high. It is a dynamic waterfalls and one of the popular spot on this Rindo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on between route 360 and 156.
Drive 360 all the way to the end.
yes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ubaga_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL007.flv.jpgUbaga FallsUbaga Falls (姥ヶ滝) is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Ishikawa. It is also popular waterfalls of Hakusan Super Rindo. The hight of the falls is about 111m. There is Onsen on the bottom of the falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on between route 360 and 156.
Drive 360 all the way to the end.
yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakusan_super_mountain_road/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL010.flv.jpgHakusan Super Mountain RoadHakusan Super Mountain Road (白山スーパー林道, hakusan super rindo) is a mountain road that connect Isikawa prefecture and Gifu Prefecture over Mt. Hakusan. It is 33.3km long in total. Not only it has great views of mountain and arial views, but also it has great valley with many wonderful waterfalls. The road is only available in summer and autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Season: June 1 to November 10 (it might change with weather reason.)
Open: From June to August 7:00 to 18:00
From September to November 8:00 to 17:00
No over stay allowed.
Toll Fare:
June and September to November : 3150 yen for normal car. 2540 yen for small car. There is round trip discount.
July to the end of August: 2500 yen for normal car. 2000 yen for small car.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
From Ishikawa:
It is located on between route 360 and 156. Drive 360 all the way to the end.
From Gifu:
Exit at Shirakawago of Tokai Hokuriku Express way. Drive south.
yes344http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sengen_grand_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI070.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI070.flv.jpgSengen Grand ShrineSengen Grand Shrine (浅間大社, sengen daisya) is a traditional entrance of Mt. Fuji, and top of all 1,300 Sengen Shrine in Japan. It was established by 11th Emperor Suijin. It enshrines Konohanasakuya no Mikoto, the goddess of Mt. Fuji. On the top of Mt. Fuji, its penetralia is enshrined. Sengen Shrine was ordained as 1st shrine of Suruga from the imperial court, and many Shogun and politicians, such as Minamoto no Yoritomo, Ashikaga Takauji, Takeda Shingen and Toyotomi Hideyoshi respected donated treasures here. Current buildings and gates were built by Tokugawa Ieyasu. Today, as the entrance of Mt. Fuji and for its faith, many people worship here.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use JR Minobu Line to Fujinomiya Station (20 min.)
2. walk north (15 min.)
yes379http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mishima_grand_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI071.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI071.flv.jpgMishima Grand ShrineMishima Grand Shrine (三嶋大社, Mishimadaisya) is one of the oldest Shrine located in Izu, Shizuoka. It appears in Japanese Myth. Many great worriers had respected Mishima Shrine especially Minamoto no Yoritomo. When he was banished to Izu, he prayed his victory at Matsuri of this shrine. He defeated Taira clan and built government of Shogun at Kamakura, later. From that legend, many Samurai donated their treasures for the success. Mishima Grand Shrine is the 1st shrine of Izu.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Mishima (30 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes267http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamasoko_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL008.flv.jpgKamasoko FallsKamasoko Falls (岩底の滝) is one of waterfalls of Hakusan Super Rindo. There is a bottomless hole on the top of the waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on between route 360 and 156. Drive 360 all the way to the end.
yes94http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiritaka_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL009.flv.jpgShiritaka FallsShiritaka Falls (しりたか滝) is one of waterfalls of Hakusan Super Rindo. There is a bottomless hole on the top of the waterfalls. It is a three steps waterfals. During Fall season, from morning to 11a.m., you can enjoy rainbow around this falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on between route 360 and 156. Drive 360 all the way to the end.
yes81http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/numazu_summer_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI072.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI072.flv.jpgNumazu Summer FestivalNumazu Summer Festival (沼津夏祭り・狩野川花火大会, numazu natsumaturi, karinogawa hanabi) is a firework festival happens in the end of July at Numazu. The festival goes two days and 10,000 fireworks set off in this festival. It is one of the biggest fireworks in Shizuoka.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Fireworks launch at Karino River. You can see fireworks from any open space in Numazu city.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Numazu (20 min.)
2. walk south.
yes319http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shirataki_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI073.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI073.flv.jpgShirataki ParkShirataki Park (白滝公園) is located near Mishima Station. It's a park of spring water from Mt. Fuji. There are many springs in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom, but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Mishima (30 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes265http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinyoshida_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL160.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL160.flv.jpgShinyoshida MatsuriShinyoshida Matsuri (新吉田祭り) is Bon Odori Matsuri happnes in the end of July. It holds one of three elementary school of Shinyoshida Town Yokohama. You can enjoy local Bon Odori of Shinyoshida and Yokohama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Hiyoshi.
2. use Green Line to Takata.
3. walk west (20 min.) for Shinyoshida daini School.
yes333http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanegasaki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI017.flv.jpgKanegasaki CastleKanegasaki Castle (金ヶ崎城) is a ruins of a hilltop castle located in Tsuruga, Fukui. The top of hill is about 86m high and located on the side of Tsuruga Bay. It was built in Genpei War in 12th century. This castle was used by the ballte of Taira no Michimori and Kiso Yoshinaka. In Sengoku Period, Toyotomi Hideyoshi brought up the rear for the battle of Kanegasaki. Hideyoshi risked his life to accomplish this mission to save his lord Nobunaga. He succeeded and his career in Nobunaga's command improve dramatically.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuruga Station.
1. walk north (30 min.)
yes317http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shirahama_oama_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI074.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI074.flv.jpgShirahama Ohama BeachShirahama Ohama Beach (白浜大浜海岸) is one of Shirahama Beach located in Shimoda, Izu peninsula. It is 770m long beach with beautiful white sand and green ocean. Because it is conveniently located near from Tokyo, many people enjoy their summer time here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking, restroom and shower.
You can get rental parasols, floats, beach beds and body board.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shimoda Station.
1. use bus to Shirahama Beach (15 min.)
yes280http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shirahama_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI075.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI075.flv.jpgShirahama ShrineShirahama Shrine (白濱神社) is the oldest shrine in Izu peninsula. It is Located in Shirahama Beach that is one of the best beach in Japan. Shirahama Shrine appears in Japanese Myth and enshrines Mishima Daimyojin. The god of this shrine created all the islands of Izu.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking.
In summer, the main shrine will be closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shimoda Station.
1. use bus to Shirahama Jinja (20 min.)
yes175http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_nesugata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI076.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI076.flv.jpgMt. NesugataMt. Nesugata (寝姿山) is a small mountain located in Shimoda, Izu peninsula. It is one of the tourist attraction in Shimoda. It has a great view of Shimoda bay, and its view is considered as 1 of 3 views of Izu. There is a ropeway reach to the top of the mountain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking for the ropeway.
The ropeway ticket for a round trip: 1000 yen for adult, 500 yen for kids.
Open 9:00 to 16:45.
There is restaurant and gift shop at the top of mountain.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shimoda Station.
1. walk to the east (5 min.)
yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atsugi_fireworks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL161.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL161.flv.jpgAtsugi FireworksAtsugi Fireworks (あつぎ鮎まつり花火大会) is one of the biggest fireworks happen in Kanagawa. It is held in beginning of August. This has over 10,000 fireworks. It has many starmines and the main feature is 250m long Niagara fireworks.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Location is the meeting point of Sagami River, Nakatsu River and Koayu River.
330 thousand people enjoy this fireworks.
There are many food stands around the viewing spots.
Restroom will be very crowded.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hiratsuka Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Chigasaki.
2. use JR Sagami Line to Atsugi.
3. walk north-west (20 min.)
yes378http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jiyugaoka_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL257.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL257.flv.jpgJiyugaoka Bon OdoriJiyugaoka Bon Odori (自由ヶ丘納涼盆踊) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri in Tokyo. It is held in front of Jiyugaoka Station in the beginning of August for 4 days. There is Yagura for drums and stage for dance instructors. It is very easy to join and many food stands are prepared for this Matsuri.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is food stands and drink service.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Jiyuugaoka (15 min.)
yes393http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hitacih_ota/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB028.flv.jpgHitacih OtaHitacih Ota (常陸太田) is located northern Ibaraki Prefecture. It has many traditional houses in this town. So, it has the taste of Edo. This place used to be a castle town. The castle was located on the hill called Kujiragaoka, literary means ah ill of a whale. The structure of castle town remains here. Also, the famous Daimyo, Mito Komon, spent his last 10 years here after his retirement.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
There is restroom at public parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. Mito Station.
1. use JR Suigun Line to Hitachi Ota.
yes306http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryujin_great_suspension_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB029.flv.jpgRyujin Great Suspension BridgeRyujin Great Suspension Bridge (竜神大吊橋) is located in Hitachi Ota, Ibaraki Prefecture. It is one of the biggest suspension bridge in Japan. It is 446m long in total. It was placed on the Ryujin Valley in 1994. The height of the middle point from the bottom lake is about 100m tall. It is very popular spot in Hitatchi Ota, especially during Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom and gift shop.
Admission: 300yen for adult and 200 yen for kids.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Suigun Line to Hitachi Ota.
2. use local bus to Ryujinootsuribashi (40min.)
yes79http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/satomi_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB030.flv.jpgSatomi Fudo FallsFudo Falls (里美村の不動滝) is small waterfalls located in Hitachi Ota. It is 15m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Drive 349 north from Hitachi Ota.
yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukagawa_hachiman_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL258.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL258.flv.jpgFukagawa Hachiman MatsuriFukagawa Hachiman Matsuri (深川八幡祭り) is Mikoshi Matsuri at Fukagawa. It happens around August 15. This Mikoshi Matsuri is considered as the three major Edo Matsuri. In every 3 years, about 120 Mikoshi travel their town. On the weekend, 54 Mikoshi travel all over the towns of Fukagawa. It is also known as "Mizukake Matsuri." It means splashing water. When Mikoshi goes by, people splash water to Mikoshi and its carriers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It happens around August 15.
The Eidai Street will be closed during the Mikoshi parade.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Tozai Line to Monzennakamachi.
yes257http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/naruko_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI013.flv.jpgNaruko ValleyNaruko Valley (鳴子峡) is located Osaki, Miyagi prefecture. It is one of the popular tourist spot in Miyagi especially Koyo Season. The length of the valley is about 2.5km long. There are couple of hiking course around this valley. There are many Onsen around this valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom at the rest-house.
The hiking course is closed because of the earthquake 2011.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kogota Station.
1. use JR Rikuu Line to Naruko Onsen. (1hr. 18min.)
2. walk west (30 min.)
yes165http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI026.flv.jpgOkamaOkama (御釜) is a crater lake located on the top of Mt. Zao. It is the main feature of Mt. Zao. It is also known as Five colors pond because the color of the lake changes by the weather and seasons. Mostly, the color of the lake is a beautiful green. It has very strong acid water lake in the world. Therefore, there is no living organism in this lake. You can walk around the east side of the lake to see from different angle. It is still active volcano, so its water sometimes boils by the ground heat.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, restroom and gift shop.
Parking near the lake is 520 yen per car.
You can’t go near the lake.
Road closed in winter.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Shiraishi Zao station.
2. use local bus to Okama.
You can also come from Yamagata prefecture.
yes224http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akiu_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI020.flv.jpgAkiu Great FallsAkiu Great Falls (秋保大滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Sendai, Miyagi prefecture. It is 55m tall and 6m wide. Akiu falls is also designated as the national scenic beauty.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom and gift shop.
To see it from the bottom of the fall, you have to walk down steep steps. You can also park near the bottom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station.
1. use bus to Akiu Otaki (1hr. 25min.)
yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/benten_geyser/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI014.flv.jpgBenten GeyserBenten Geyser(間欠泉「弁天」)is Onsen Geyser located in Onikobe Onsen, Miyagi Prefecture. About every 10 minutes, it springs Onsen water about 10m high. There are foot Onsen, Onsen and gift shop in this geyser. You can buy eggs to make Onsen Tamago.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 yen for adult. 200 yen for kids.
Open: 9:00~16:30, 10:00~15:00(Dec. to Mar.)
There is a parking and restroom.
Caution: Don’t touch the spring water. It is extremely hot.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kogota Station.
1. use JR Rikuu Line to Naruko Onsen (1hr. 18min.)
2. use Bus to Kanketsusen mae (26 min.).
yes149http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukiage_jigokudani/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI015.flv.jpgFukiage JigokudaniFukiage Jigokudani (吹上地獄谷) is a valley with many Onsen springs located in Onikobe Onsen Miyagi Prefecture. Jigokudani literary means a hell valley. The site of this valley looks like Japanese hell because of those Onsen spring. It has great hiking course on this valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Don’t Touch spring water and rocks around or look into a hole. They are extremely hot.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kogota Station.
1. use JR Rikuu Line to Naruko Onsen (1hr. 18min.)
2. use Bus to Kanketsusen mae (26 min.).
3. walk north (20 min.)
yes302http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kinshicho_kawachi_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL259.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL259.flv.jpgKinshicho Kawachi OndoKinshicho Kawachi Ondo (錦糸町河内音頭) is a Bon Odori Dance Festival in Tokyo. It happens in the end of August. In this Bon Dance, it plays only "Kawachi Ondo." There are 3 lines with 3 different dances with real live music and song. It is very easy to join because the dance of center circle is very easy. It is one of the most exciting Bon Dance Festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Many food stands are open in this matsuri.
Starts: 5pm
End: 9pm
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akihabara.
1. use Sobu Line to Kinshicho.
2. walk south (20 min.)
yes246http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katanuma_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI016.flv.jpgKatanuma PondKatanuma Pond (潟沼) is a crater lake located in Naruko, Miyagi pref. It is one of the strongest acid water lake in the world. Therefore, there is no living organism in this lake. The color of the lake is a beautiful green. It is 1.3km around, 16m deep. It was created by the volcanic activity in 1100 years ago.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking, restroom and restaurant.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kogota Station.
1. use JR Rikuu Line to Naruko Onsen (1hr. 18min.)
2. walk south (1hr.)
yes149http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kozo_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI018.flv.jpgKozo Fudo FallsFudo Falls (小僧不動滝) is 7m tall waterfalls located Kurihama, Miyagi Prefecture. This waterfall was highly respected for people around as the god of water of guardian. It is small but beautiful waterfalls. There is a shrine near waterfalls. There is official Mizogi at January 15.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom, but there is a parking space.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kogota Station.
1. use JR Rikuu Line to Ikezuki st. (1hr. )
2. take taxi to north.
yes141http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/homei_48_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI027.flv.jpgHomei 48 fallsHomei 48 falls (鳳鳴四十八滝) is a group of waterfalls located in western Sendai, Miyagi prefecture. There is an observatory where you can see some of the falls. Homei means the cry of Phoenix because the sound of the falls are just like the cry of Phoenix. It is a great view during green leaves in summer and Koyo in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station.
1. use Senzan Line to Nishi Sendai Highland.
2. walk (5 min.)
yes213http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawatabi_shiraito_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI017.flv.jpgKawatabi Shiraito FallsKawatabi Shiraito Falls(川渡白糸の滝) is waterfalls located Kawatabi Onsen, Miyagi prefecture. It is about 30m tall. It has many looks with the different amount of water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kogota Station.
1. use JR Rikuu Line to Kawatabi Onsen (1hr. 10min.)
2. walk south (40 min.)
yes103http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwadeyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI019.flv.jpgIwadeyama CastleIwadeyama Castle (岩出山城) is a hilltop castle located in Miyagi. It was used to be the castle of Date Masamune, the famous Daimyo of Tohoku during Sengoku era, before he moved to Sendai. The castle was originally built in late 14th century by Ujiie clan. In 1591, Tokugawa Ieyasu reconstructed this castle and gave to Date Masamune. Today, it is a park with history.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, restroom and giftshop.
0. at Kogota Station.
1. use JR Rikuu Line to Yubikan st. (34 min. )
2. walk south (20 min.)
yes249http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ane_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI021.flv.jpgAne FallsAne Falls (姉滝) is a waterfalls located in Futakuchi Valley, Sendai, Miyagi prefecture. It is sister falls. Ane literary means elder sister falls. So, there is a younger sister falls right next to Ane Taki. The water is pure and nature is beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom (the entrance of hiking course.)
You can drive all the way up to this falls.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station.
1. use Senzan Line to Ayashi Station (25 min.)
2. use bus to Futakuchikyo.
3. walk (1hr.)
yes229http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/banji_rock/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI022.flv.jpgBanji RockBanji Rock (磐司岩) is a huge rock located Futakuchi Valley, Sendai, Miyagi prefecture. Its great cliffs are about 80m to 150m tall, 3km around. It is just like a castle in the sky. It is designated as the national scenery.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station.
1. use Senzan Line to Ayashi Station (25 min.)
2. use bus to Futakuchikyo.
3. walk (2hr.)
yes97http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/futakuchikyo_shiraito_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI023.flv.jpgFutakuchikyo Shiraito FallsFutakuchikyo Shiraito Falls (白糸の滝) is located in the deep side of Futakuchi valley, Sendai, Miyagi prefecture. It is about 40m tall. It is very beautiful waterfalls with quiet nature. It has great Koyo during Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and you can drive all the way up to here.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station.
1. use Senzan Line to Ayashi Station (25 min.)
2. use bus to Futakuchikyo.
3. walk (2hr.)
yes127http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sankai_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI024.flv.jpgSankai FallsSankai Falls (三階の滝) is 3 step waterfalls located in Zao, Miyagi prefecture. It is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls. The total height of the falls is 181m and the width is 7m. It is the main feature of Zao mountain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
The road closed in winter.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiraishi Zao station.
1. use local bus to Takimidai.
yes97http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zao_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI025.flv.jpgZao Fudo FallsFudo Falls (不動滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Zao, Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture. It is 54m tall and 16m tall. Fudo falls is one of the main feature of Zao and has great view with Koyo in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
The road closed in winter.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Shiraishi Zao station.
2. use local bus to ZaoFudoson.
yes92http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_inubo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL045.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL045.flv.jpgCape InuboCape Inubo (犬吠埼) is a cape located east end of Chiba Prefecture. It is located the most eastern point in Kanto region. Therefore, it is popular view point of Sun Rising especially New Year's day. There is a lighthouse that is chosen as 100 best lighthouses in the world. It has unique rocks on the coastal lines that is designated as the national monument. It is also registered as 100 best geological sites in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission to the lighthouse: 200 yen for adult. Kids free.
There is parking, restroom, gift shops and restaurants.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Choshi. Use Choshi Dentetsu Line to Inubosaki.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes237http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kimigahama_shiosai_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL046.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL046.flv.jpgKimigahama Shiosai ParkKimigahama Shiosai Park (君ケ浜しおさい公園) is a beach park located in Cape Inubo. It is a beautiful beach park of Choshi, Chiba. It has a great view of Pacific Osean. Because it opens to east, it is one of the best beach for Sunrise.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is a paid shower.
You can't swim in this beach.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Choshi. Use Choshi Dentetsu Line to Kimigahama.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ashikajima_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL047.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL047.flv.jpgAshikajima BeachAshikajima Beach (海鹿島海浜公園) is located Choshi, Chiba Prefecture. The beach is surrounded by rocks, so it has small waves. Therefore, it is very nice beach for families with small children.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but there is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Choshi. Use Choshi Dentetsu Line to Ashikajima.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes121http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hatonosu_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL264.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL264.flv.jpgHatonosu ValleyHatonosu Valley (鳩ノ巣渓谷) is a beautiful valley located in Okutama, Tokyo. It is one of the great nature spots in Tokyo. It was formed by Tama River eating its way through soild rock. There is a walkway about 500m that you can enjoy its nature very easily. In Autumn, there are beautiful Autumn leaves and many people visit here to enjoy it.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Haijima Station.
1. use JR Ome Line to Hatonosu Station.
2. walk.
yes300http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mitake_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL265.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL265.flv.jpgMitake valleyMitake valley (御岳渓谷) is a valley located in Okutama, Tokyo. It is one of the best spot to enjoy nature in Tokyo. It is chosen as one of 100 best pure water in Japan. So, it has a beautiful valley with pure water. There are 4km long walkways on the both side of the river to enjoy its fresh air and pure water. In summer, it offers beautiful green leaves, and it becomes one of the best Koyo spots in Tokyo. The access from the station is very convenient, and from Tokyo metro is very easy.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. use JR Ome Line to Mitake.
2. walk.
yes346http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/unasawa_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL272.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL272.flv.jpgUnasawa Great FallsUnasawa Great Falls (海沢大滝, otaki) is one of the waterfalls located in Unasawa Valley, Okutama, Tokyo. It is one of the best waterfalls in Tokyo. It is about 30m high.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the entrance of its trekking course.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. use JR Ome Line to Okutama.
2. walk south 2 hours.yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/unasawa_mitsugama_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL273.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL273.flv.jpgUnasawa Mitsugama FallsUnasawa Mitsugama Falls (海沢三釜の滝) is located in Unasawa Valley, Okutama, Tokyo. It is 5 steps waterfalls with 3 basins. Mitsugama means 3 basins.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the entrance of its trekking course.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Haijima Station.
2. use JR Ome Line to Okutama.
3. walk south 2 hours.
yes210http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nejire_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL274.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL274.flv.jpgNejire FallsNejire Falls (海沢ネジレノ滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Unasawa Valley, Okutama, Tokyo. It is spiral 2-step waterfalls, and 19m high in total. Negire means spiral. It is located between huge rocks. The view is very dynamic.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the entrance of its trekking course.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Haijima Station.
2. use JR Ome Line to Okutama.
3. walk south 2 hours.
yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/unasawa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL275.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL275.flv.jpgUnasawa ValleyUnasawa Valley (海沢渓谷) is located deep side of Okutama, Tokyo. It is one of the best Tokyo’s nature spots. There are many beautiful waterfalls and the trekking course reads to Mt. Ogaku. The trekking course contains some steep hillsides that require rope to climb. To the way to Great Falls, it is not so hard walking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the entrance of its trekking course.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Haijima Station.
2. use JR Ome Line to Okutama.
3. walk south 2 hours.
yes317http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiraiwa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL266.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL266.flv.jpgShiraiwa FallsShiraiwa Falls (白岩の滝) is waterfalls located in Hinode, Tokyo. There are two waterfalls in this falls. Shiraiwa Falls and Amagoi Falls. The amount of water is not large, but the views of the falls are very beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. Use JRItsukaichi Line to Musashi Itsukaichi Station.
2. use local bus to Shiraiwa falls.
yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soryu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL267.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL267.flv.jpgSoryu FallsSoryu Falls (双竜の滝) is waterfalls located in Okutama, Tokyo. It is located under the bridge, and water run into Hatonosu valley. It is very tall waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. use JR Ome Line to Hatonosu Valley.
2. walk.
yes126http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushijima_shrine_bon_odori_hon1/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL260.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL260.flv.jpgUshijima Shrine Bon Odori Honjo 1Ushijima Shrine Bon Odori Matsuri(牛嶋神社盆踊り)is held in the middle of September when Reitaisai, Matsuri of the shrine, is held. During Matsuri all of the towns of Ryogoku under the shrine have Bon Odori Matsuri. Honjo Icchome (本所一丁目) is one of them. It has Yagura and drums. It is one of the best ones in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The Matsuri is held for about 4 days. So, you can easily find the date that you can join.
No parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa station.
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Kuramae Station.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes355http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushijima_shrine_bon_odori_ishi3/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL261.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL261.flv.jpgUshijima Shrine Bon Odori Ishi 3Ushijima Shrine Bon Odori Matsuri(牛嶋神社盆踊り)is held in the middle of September when Reitaisai, Matsuri of the shrine, is held. During Matsuri all of the towns of Ryogoku under the shrine have Bon Odori Matsuri. Ishiharasanchome (石三丁目) is one of them. It has Yagura and drums. It is one of the best ones in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The Matsuri is held for about 4 days. So, you can easily find the date that you can join.
No parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa station.
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Kuramae Station.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes246http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushijima_shrine_bon_odori_hon3/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL262.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL262.flv.jpgUshijima Shrine Bon Odori Honjo 3Ushijima Shrine Bon Odori Matsuri(牛嶋神社盆踊り)is held in the middle of September when Reitaisai, Matsuri of the shrine, is held. During Matsuri all of the towns of Ryogoku under the shrine have Bon Odori Matsuri. Honjosanchome (本所三丁目) is one of them. It has Yagura and drums. It is one of the best ones in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The Matsuri is held for about 4 days. So, you can easily find the date that you can join.
No parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa station.
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Honjoazumabashi Station.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes323http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushijima_shrine_bon_odori_wakamiya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL263.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL263.flv.jpgUshijima Shrine Bon Odori WakamiyaUshijima Shrine Bon Odori Matsuri(牛嶋神社盆踊り)is held in the middle of September when Reitaisai, Matsuri of the shrine, is held. During Matsuri all of the towns of Ryogoku under the shrine have Bon Odori Matsuri. Wakamiya Park (若宮公園) is one of them. It has Yagura and drums. It is one of the best ones in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The Matsuri is held for about 4 days. So, you can easily find the date that you can join.
No parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa station.
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Honjoazumabashi Station.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes301http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushijima_shrine_bon_odori_higashi2/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL268.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL268.flv.jpgUshijima Shrine Bon Odori Higashi 2Ushijima Shrine Bon Odori Matsuri(牛嶋神社盆踊り)is held in the middle of September when Reitaisai, Matsuri of the shrine, is held. During Matsuri all of the towns of Ryogoku under the shrine have Bon Odori Matsuri. Higashikomagata nichome (東駒形二丁目) is one of them. It has Yagura and drums. It is one of the best ones in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The Matsuri is held for about 4 days. So, you can easily find the date that you can join.
No parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa station.
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Honjoazumabashi Station.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes191http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushijima_shrine_bon_odori_midori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL269.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL269.flv.jpgUshijima Shrine Bon Odori MidorimachiUshijima Shrine Bon Odori Matsuri(牛嶋神社盆踊り)is held in the middle of September when Reitaisai, Matsuri of the shrine, is held. During Matsuri all of the towns of Ryogoku under the shrine have Bon Odori Matsuri. Higashikomagata nichome (緑町公園) is one of them. It has Yagura and drums. It is one of the best ones in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The Matsuri is held for about 4 days. So, you can easily find the date that you can join.
No parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ryogoku station.
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes188http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushijima_shrine_bon_odori_ishi1/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL270.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL270.flv.jpgUshijima Shrine Bon Odori Ishi 1Ushijima Shrine Bon Odori Matsuri(牛嶋神社盆踊り)is held in the middle of September when Reitaisai, Matsuri of the shrine, is held. During Matsuri all of the towns of Ryogoku under the shrine have Bon Odori Matsuri. Ishiharaichi (石原一町会) is one of them. It has Yagura and drums. It is one of the best ones in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The Matsuri is held for about 4 days. So, you can easily find the date that you can join.
No parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ryogoku station.
1. walk east.
yes271http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushijima_shrine_bon_odori_ishi2/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL271.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL271.flv.jpgUshijima Shrine Bon Odori Ishi 2Ushijima Shrine Bon Odori Matsuri(牛嶋神社盆踊り)is held in the middle of September when Reitaisai, Matsuri of the shrine, is held. During Matsuri all of the towns of Ryogoku under the shrine have Bon Odori Matsuri. Ishiharaichi (石原二町会) is one of them. It has Yagura and drums. It is one of the best ones in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The Matsuri is held for about 4 days. So, you can easily find the date that you can join.
No parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ryogoku station.
1. walk east.
yes199http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tenguiwa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL276.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL276.flv.jpgTenguiwa FallsTenguiwa Falls (天狗岩の滝) located in Okutama, Tokyo. It is one of the waterfalls of Unasawa Valley. It is three steps waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space near.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. use JR Ome Line to Okutama Station.
2. walk south 2 hours.
yes76http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kosuge_shiraito_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL064.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL064.flv.jpgKosuge Shiraito FallsKosuge Shiraito Falls (小菅白糸の滝) is located in Kosuge, prefecture. It is 36m tall. The height of the fall is very high, but the amount of water is not that a lot. It is nice and quiet falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
need a car. Kosuge is reached by driving route 139.
yes179http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kosuge_odaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL065.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL065.flv.jpgKosuge Odaki FallsKosuge Odaki Falls (小菅雄滝) is located in Kosuge, Yamanashi. It is double waterfalls. Odaki means the falls of Man. It is named because the shape of the falls look like a symbol of man.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
need a car. Kosuge is reached by driving route 139.
yes154http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mino_washi_akari_art_expo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF063.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF063.flv.jpgMino Washi Akari Art Expo.Mino Washi Akari Art Expo. (美濃和紙あかりアート展) is an art of festival held in Mino City, Gifu. Akari Art is an art of the light created with Mino Washi Paper. Because Mino is very popular for it Washi, people come up with the idea of this art. In the middle of October, over 400 arts that designed from all over Japan and world, and light up the traditional town of Mino for two days.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The road will be restricted, but there are special parking space during the festival.
It's held in Middle of October. Light up starts from 17:00 to 21:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. walk north 10 min.
yes316http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atera_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL063.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL063.flv.jpgAtera ValleyAtera Valley (阿寺渓谷) is located in Southern Kiso, Nagano Prefecture. It is well known as a pure green river. The valley is about 6.3km long, and there are many beautiful waterfalls. It is very easy access valley because the road is accessible by car all the way up to the end. So, it offers easy hiking with normal shoes. In Fall, it has great Koyo, the Autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Chuo Line, Shijiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nojiri.
2. walk west.
yes485http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakizore_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL066.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL066.flv.jpgKakizore ValleyKakizore Valley (柿其渓谷) is located in Nagiso, Nagano Prefecture. It is one of the best valley in Kiso Road. It has a beautiful green water and leaves. Usiga Falls is a beautiful waterfalls located at the end of the hiking course. In Fall, it has a beautiful Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Chuo Line, Shijiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Juniken.
2. walk west.
yes162http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurihama_flower_world/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL162.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL162.flv.jpgKurihama Flower WorldKurihama Flower World (くりはま花の国) is a flower park located Yokosuka, Kanagawa Prefecture. It is popular Cosmos spot in Kanto. Over one million Cosmos flowers bloom in October. It has also foot Onsen and Huge Godzilla statue.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The shuttle bus is available in the park.
Opens: 24 hours.
Admission: Free
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kurihama.
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes332http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asuke_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL026.flv.jpgAsuke CastleAsuke Castle (足助城) is a mountain castle located in Toyota, Aichi Prefecture. It is restored castle that has the view of mountain castle during Sengoku Period. All the baileys, dry moat and walls are perceived in good condition and at the top of the mountain, there is a keep reconstructed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Toyohashi Station.
1. use Meitetsu Line to Higashi Okazaki Station (22 min.)
2. use Meitetsu Bus to Korankei (70 min.)
3. walk (40 min.)
yes313http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kourankei/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL031.flv.jpgKourankeiKourankei (香嵐渓) is a popular valley located in eastern Toyota city, Aichi prefecture. It is very famous for its beautiful Koyo. The Momiji and Kaede was planted the priest of Kosekiji temple that is located in this river. Today, there are over 4,000 Momiji Trees planted by local people. On the riverside of Tomoe river, there is a walking pass to enjoy beautiful nature. There is a light up during Koyo season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Toyohashi Station.
1. use Meitetsu Line to Higashi Okazaki Station (22 min.)
2. use Meitetsu Bus to Korankei (70 min.)
yes325http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/traditional_town_asuke/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL032.flv.jpgThe traditional town of AsukeThe traditional town of Asuke (足助の町並み) is a preserved scenery as the important historical buildings. There are many historical building that remains since Edo period. Asuke was very important post town that connect Owari-Mikawa and Shinano. The view of the post town is still preserved in great condition.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. Restroom is available at the town center.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Toyohashi Station.
1. use Meitetsu Line to Higashi Okazaki Station (22 min.)
2. use Meitetsu Bus to Korankei (70 min.)
yes227http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuragari_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL027.flv.jpgKuragari ValleyKuragari Valley (くらがり渓谷) is located in eastern Aichi prefecture. It is popular nature spot in Aichi. There are many beautiful waterfalls, nature and beautiful forest. In this valley, you can enjoy fishing and camping. In early summer, there is a beautiful new green leaves, and in Fall, it has splendid view of Koyo.
<b>Toursit Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Honjuku Station.
2. use bus to Kuragari Keikoku
yes536http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuragari_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL028.flv.jpgKuragari Fudo FallsKuragari Fudo Falls (くらがり不動の滝) is one of 8 views of Kuragari Valley. It is located in eastern Aichi prefecture. It is the first spot of the 8 views.
<b>Toursit Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Honjuku Station.
2. use bus to Kuragari Keikoku
yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushiga_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL067.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL067.flv.jpgUshiga FallsUshiga Falls (牛ヶ滝) is located Kakizore Valley, Nagiso, Nagano prefecture. It is 30m waterfalls and the main feature of the valley. The basin of the fall is beautiful green.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Chuo Line, Shijiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Juniken.
2. walk west.
yes92http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tarugasawa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL064.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL064.flv.jpgTarugasawa FallsTarugasawa Falls (樽ヶ沢の滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Atera Valley, Kiso, Nagano.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Chuo Line, Shijiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nojiri.
2. walk west.
yes96http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atera_rokudan_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL065.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL065.flv.jpgAtera Rokudan FallsAtera Rokudan Falls (阿寺六段の滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Atera Valley, Kiso, Nagano. It is 6 steps waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Chuo Line, Shijiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nojiri.
2. walk west.
yes115http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuragari_maboroshi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL029.flv.jpgKuragari Maboroshi FallsKuragari Maboroshi Falls (くらがりまぼろしの滝) is one of 8 views of Kuragari Valley. It is located in eastern Aichi prefecture. It is the last view of the spots. The total height is about 20m tall.
<b>Toursit Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Honjuku Station.
2. use bus to Kuragari Keikoku
yes93http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_hongu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL030.flv.jpgMt. HonguMt. Hongu (本宮山) is located in Okazaki and Shinshiro city, Aichi prefecture. It is 789.2m tall, and has great view of Mikawa Bay. On the top of the mountain, there is the Upper Shrine of Toga Shrine. The common hiking course to the top of this mountain is the leading way to the shrine from lower to upper. However, you can also reach it from Kuragari Valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It is accessible by car.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Honjuku Station.
2. use bus to Kuragari Keikoku.
3. walk south 3 hours.yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asakusa_shichihukujin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL277.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL277.flv.jpgAsakusa ShichifukujinAsakusa Shichifukujin (浅草七福神) is one of the popular tour of Asakusa. The traveling Shichfukujin, the 7 lucky Gods, is one of the popular worshipping in any place of Japan. Most of towns in Japan has temples and shrines that enshrine each one of 7 Lukcy Gods. Asakusa also has those temples and shrines. There are 9 shrines and temples for Asakura Shichifukujin. They have special Gosyuin, the autographs of each God. The traveling Shichfukujin is praying your good luck and correcting their lucky Gosyuin.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Each Gosyuin is 300yen. The special paperboard is 300 yen and you can buy it any of those 9 temples or shrines. When you get Gosyuin, you can also get a map.
Office open from 9:00 ~ 16:00. When Yoshiwara Shrine closed, visit at Senzoku Inari Shrine to get Gosyuin.
<b>Access</b>
At Asakusa Station.
It is about 10km long walking to visit all shrines and temples.yes576http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryuou_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN031.flv.jpgRyuou ValleyRyuou Valley (龍王峡) is located Nikko, Tochigi. It is a valley made from the erosive action on Lava by Kinugawa river. It is about 3km long between Kinugawa Onsen and Kawaji Onsen. It is the art of huge rocks and many waterfalls. A hiking course are well prepared. Ryuo Valley is very popular spot for Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Imaichi Station.
1. use Aizu-Kinugawa Line to Ryuokyo.
2. walk 2 min.
yes531http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/odani_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG014.flv.jpgOdani CastleOdani Castle (小谷城) is a mountain castle located in Nagahama, Shiga prefecture. It is a castle of Azai Nagamasa, one of famous Sengoku Daimyo. Nagamasa was Oda Nobunaga's the brother in Law. However, he betrayed Nobunaga to show loyalty to Asakura clan, and died at this castle. Today, it has great ruins of the castle with great view of Lake Biwa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
It is very hard hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maibara Station.
1. use JR Hokuriku Line to Kawage Station.
2. use bus or walk to Rekishishiryokan mae.
yes444http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ozuke_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG015.flv.jpgOzuke CastleOzuke Castle (大嶽城) is a mountain castle located in Shiga. It is located on the top of Mt. Odani, 495m tall. It was a former castle of Azai clan. After, Azai constructed another castle on the other side of mountain, this castle reconstructed to fight against Nobunaga. On the top of this castle it has a great view of Nagahama era and Lake Biwa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
It is very hard hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maibara Station.
1. use JR Hokuriku Line to Kawage Station.
2. use bus or walk to Rekishishiryokan mae.
yes170http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nijimi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN032.flv.jpgNijimi fallsNijimi falls (虹見の滝) is one of the waterfalls of Ryuo Valley. It is one of the main feature the valley. Nijimi litterary means Rainbow view. It is named so because when the morning light hit the falls, the rainbow always appears.
Tourist Info.
There is a parking and restroom.
Access
0. at Imaichi Station.
1. use Aizu-Kinugawa Line to Ryuokyo.
2. walk 2 min.
yes121http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tategoto_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN033.flv.jpgTategoto fallsTategoto falls (竪琴の滝) is one of the waterfalls of Ryuo Valley. It is one of the main feature the valley. Tategoto literary means a Harp. The lines of the waterfalls are just like the strings of a harp.
Tourist Info.
There is a parking and restroom.
Access
0. at Imaichi Station.
1. use Aizu-Kinugawa Line to Ryuokyo.
2. walk 2 min.
yes82http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otaki_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN034.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN034.flv.jpgOtaki ParkOtaki Park (大滝公園) is located at Kinugawa Onsen, Tochigi. It is a riverside park that has a great view of waterfalls and slide. Those interesting shaps of the river are formed an eroded lava by Kinugawa River.
Tourist Info.
There is a parking but no restroom.
Access
0. at Imaichi Station.
1. use Aizu-Kinugawa Line to Kinugawakouen.
2. walk 2 min.
yes307http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyo_of_takao/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL278.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL278.flv.jpgKoyo of Mt. TakaoKoyo of Mt. Takao(高尾山の紅葉)is the most popular Koyo hiking in Tokyo. Koyo starts around the middle to the end of November in Mt. Takao. The mountain will be covered with a beautiful Autumn leaves from top to the bottom. Also, in this time, Mt. Fuji appears great from the top of Mt. Takao because air gets so clear.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking space, shops and restaurants.
In this time, the cable car and ropeway lifts will be so crowed.
<b>Access </b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. Use Keio Line to Takaosanguchi (50 min.)
yes476http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bakuro_yokoyama_wholesale_district/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL279.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL279.flv.jpgBakuro Yokoyama Wholesale DistrictNihonbashi Bakuro Yokoyama Wholesale District (日本橋馬喰横山問屋街) is the biggest cash-only wholesale district in Tokyo. There are over 120 stores on the main street called "Shinmichi" St.. There are many women's wear for all kinds of purposes or genders, such as kids, teens, ladies and Kimono. Also, bags, huts, accessories, and even men's wear. Also, there are wholesale shop of daily glossaries, towels and others. It is one of the best shopping spot in Tokyo, and all of them are very reasonable price.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking or restroom.
Because it is a wholesale district, most of the stores close on weekend. Some of them won't sale a private quantity.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Sobu Line to Bakurocho.
2. walk 2 min.
yes353http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuramae/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL280.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL280.flv.jpgKuramaeKuramae (蔵前) is located between Asakusabashi and Asakusa. On Edo Street from the Kuramae Station to Asakusabashi station, there are many interesting stores. It is one of the very interesting shopping district in Tokyo. There are wholesale stores of Japanese traditional toys around the Kuramae station.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking or restroom.
Because it is wholesale district, most of the stores close on weekend.
<b>Access</b>
0. Asakusa station.
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Kuramae.
yes492http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sogaku_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL281.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL281.flv.jpgSogaku ValleySogaku Valley (惣岳渓谷) is one of the beautiful valley located Okutama, Tokyo. It has a great Koyo during the Autumn. It is very long hiking course starts from Okutama st. to Lake Okutama. It will take about 3 hours.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. use JR Ome Line to Okutama.
2. use bus to Lake Okutama.
yes426http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ginkgo_ave_yasukuni_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL282.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL282.flv.jpgGinkgo ave. of Yasukuni ShrineGinkgo ave. of Yasukuni Shrine (靖国神社のイチョウ) is very famous Koyo spot in Tokyo. In the early December, it has a beautiful Koyo. At night it has a beautiful light-up Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Hanzomon Line to Kudanshita Station.
2. walk north.
yes273http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lighten_up_ginkgo_of_yasukuni/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL284.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL284.flv.jpgLighten up Ginkgo of YasukuniLighten up Ginkgo of Yasukuni (靖国の銀杏のライトアップ) is very famous lighten up Koyo spot in Tokyo. In the early December, it has a beautiful Koyo. At night it has a beautiful light-up Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Hanzomon Line to Kudanshita Station.
2. walk north.
yes279http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/admiral_togo_memorial_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL283.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL283.flv.jpgMemorial Park of Admiral TogoMemorial Park of Admiral Togo (東郷元帥記念公園) is located in the ruins of Admiral Togo's House, Chiyoda, Tokyo. Admiral Togo is one of the greatest and most famous Admiral in the world. He was the Fleet Admiral of Japanese Navy during Rosso-Japanese War. He lead his fleet great victory against Baltic Fleet.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Chuo Line to Ichigaya.
2. walk east.
yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/battle_of_anegawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG016.flv.jpgThe battle of AnegawaThe battle of Anegawa (姉川の戦い) is one of the famous battle scenes during Sengoku period. It happened at the north-east side of lake Biwa in July 30, 1570 between the Union of Oda-Tokugawa and the Union of Azai-Asakura. Anegawa is a small river that runs into Lake Biwa. This battle was the revenge of Oda Nobunaga against Azai Nagamasa who betrayed his own brother in law, Nobunaga. Nobunaga could won because of Tokugawa Ieyasu. Ieyasu defeated Asakura even though Asakura had twice larger army than thin, since Nobunaga was losing by Nagamasa even he had only half of Nobunaga's army. So, it shows how strong the army of Ieyasu was strong during this period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a board map that tells all the battle related spots at the battle field.
Most of the spots have parking, and some of them has restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maibara Station.
1. use JR Hokuriku Line to Nagahama Station.
2. use bus to Anegawa Kosenjo.
yes539http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/meguro_river_winter_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL285.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL285.flv.jpgWinter Sakura at Meguro RiverWinter Sakura at Meguro River(目黒川冬の桜)is the Christmas Illumination at Meguro River, Tokyo. On the Sakrua avenue of Meguro River between Gotanda Station to Osaki Station, about 213,200 LED lights are decorated on Sakura Trees. It is one of the best Christmas Illumination in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Period: 11/16 to 12/25, and 2/9 to 2/11
Time: 17:00 to 22:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use Yamanote Line to Gotanda.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes229http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yugawara_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL163.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL163.flv.jpgYugawara Fudo FallsYugawara Fudo Falls (湯河原不動滝) is one of 5 great waterfalls in Yugawara Onsen, Kanagawa. It is 15m tall. There is a temple of Fudo on left side and Daikoku Shrine on right side. So, it is very lucky waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use JR Tokaido to Yugawara.
2. use bus to Fudotaki.
yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yugawara_godan_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL164.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL164.flv.jpgYugawara Godan FallsYugawara Godan Falls (湯河原五段の滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Yugawara Onsen, Kanagawa. It is 5 step waterfalls 100m tall in total.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
There is no observatory.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use JR Tokaido to Yugawara.
2. use bus to Fudotaki.
3. walk north (10 min.)
yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuyu_hotaru_in_manyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL165.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL165.flv.jpgFuyu Hotaru in ManyoFuyu Hotaru in Manyo (冬ほたるin万葉) is Christmas Illumination held in Doppo no Yu. Doppo no Yu is public foot Onsen of Yugawara, Kanagawa. Yugawara is well known as Hotaru and Onsen. Hotaru is a firefly. It is one of the beautiful art of nature in Summer. Around Christmas, Doppo no Yu has a special light-up around foot Onsen. You can enjoy Onsen and Illumination at the same time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen.
Time: 18:00 to 21:00
Period: 12/15 to 12/24
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Yugawara
2. use bust to Ochiai bash.
3. walk west.
yes315http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_kintoki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL166.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL166.flv.jpgMt. KintokiMt. Kintoki (金時山, Kintokiyama) is one of the best Mt. Fuji view spot located in Hakone, Kanagawa prefecture. It is 1,213m tall. The top of the mountain is on the border of Shizuoka and Kanagawa pref. There are many hiking courses. Because it has a great view of Mt. Fuji, it is very popular hiking spot near Tokyo. There is a cafe on the top. This mountain is also known as the birthplace of Kintaro, the famous fairy tale.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Hakoneyumoto Station.
1. use bus to Sengoku
2. walk north (1 hr.)
yes180http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL006.flv.jpgSakaiSakai (堺) is the modern city with Sakai merchant and Kofun located in Osaka. It developed as the city of Sakai merchant that was the most powerful merchant in the history of Japan. There are some of those historic sites of Sakai merchants. Another main feature of Sakai is Kofun, the emperor's mausoleum. The largest tomb in the world, Emperor Nintoku Kofun is located in Sakai. Even Sakai is the modern city of Osaka, it has many great heritage sites.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Most of places has no parking, but they are all in walking distance.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Station.
Start there.
yes601http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujinomiya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI077.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI077.flv.jpgFujinomiyaFujinomiya (富士宮) is located on the south-west side of Mt. Fuji. Fujinomiya has beautiful scenery, especially waterfalls, tasty food, history and Mt. Fuji. There is Sengen Taisha, the shrine of Mt. Fuji, in Fujinomiya. It is the official entrance of Mt. Fuji. The food of Fujinomiya is excellent because of the pure water of Mt. Fuji. In particular, Fujinomiya is very amous for Yakisoba, Japanese chow-mein. All of the town has a great view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Most of the tourist spots has parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use Minobu Line to Fujinomiya.yes574http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/haze_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL014.flv.jpgHaze KofunHaze Kofun (土師ニサンザイ古墳) is one of Mozu Kofun Group in Saka, Osaka. It is a front square back circle Kofun built in late 5th century. It is registered as a national historical asset. The size of Kofun is 290m wide and 8th biggest Kofun in Japan. No emperor was buried in this Kofun.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
DONOT enter Kofun.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Higashi Station.
1. use Nankai Koya Line to Nakamozu.
2. walk south.
yes104http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakai_yamaguchi_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL009.flv.jpgSakai Yamaguchi HouseSakai Yamaguchi House (堺山口家住宅) is one of the remaining Sakai merchant house in Sakai, Osaka. The building was constructed in 1615 right after the siege of Osaka. It is registered as national important cultural asset. It represents the life of Sakai merchant during Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Admission: 200 yen. There is group discount from 20 person. Free for under junior and over 65.
Closed: Tueseday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Higashi Station.
1. walk north.
yes452http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakai_gov_office_observatory/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL016.flv.jpgSakai Gov. Office ObservatorySakai Gov. Office Observatory (堺市役所展望ロビー) is one of the popular tourist spot in Sakai, Osaka. It is on 21st floor that is 80m high and has great panorama view of Sakai. This is the only public place that you can see Kofun from high angle. There is a cafe on the observatory.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Open: 9:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Higashi Station.
1. walk (2 min.)
yes152http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/seigakuin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL010.flv.jpgSeigakuinSeigakuin (清学院) is an old Fudo temple located in Sakai, Osaka. In Edo period, it was used for Terakoya, the elementary school. The building was constructed in late Edo period. The temple was for Shugendo, the religion of the sacred mountains. It displays those historical records and items.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking, but restroom.
Admission: 100 yen for adult. Under Junior and over 65 are free.
Closed: Tueseday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Higashi Station.
1. walk north (20 min.)
yes341http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/myokokuji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL020.flv.jpgMyokokuji TempleMyokokuji Temple (妙國寺) is one of Nichiren Buddhism Temple located in Osaka. It was established in 1562 by Priest Nichikou. Its garden is the only Japanese Karesansui Style Garden with Cycad. There is a grave of 11 Tosa Samurai who did seppuku in 1868.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 200 for under junior high.
Open: 10:00 to 16:00.
Need an appointment for a group over 15.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Station.
1. walk north west (10 min.)
yes100http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/omiya_yokocho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI078.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI078.flv.jpgOmiya YokochoOmiya Yokocho (お宮横丁) is a small food district located in front of Sengen Daisya. It is specified for Fujinomiya Yakisoba. Fujinomiya Yakisoba is a special chow mein of Fujinomiya. There are 10 food stands and gift shop that sell local food and gift of Shizuoka. There is a spring water that come from Mt. Fuji. It's great place for Yakisoba Lovers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at Sengen Shrine.
Open: 10:30 to 17:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use Minobu Line to Fujinomiya.
2. walk west.
yes308http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gotenba_mihana_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI080.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI080.flv.jpgGotenba Mihana GardenGotenba Mihana Garden (御殿場美華ガーデン) is located on north side of Hakone mountain, Shizuoka prefecture. It is a restaurant and gift shop that has a great view of Mt. Fuji. The symbol of this garden is a wind mill. The restaurant has a panorama view with Mt. Fuji. The gift shop has Shizuoka and Hakone souvenirs.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Restaurant: 11:20 to 15:00
Gift Shop: 10:00 to 18:00 (weekend 9:00)
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. On route 138.
yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jimba_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI079.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI079.flv.jpgJimba FallsJimba Falls (陣馬の滝) is waterfalls located in Fujinomiya, Shizuoka. It was named after Minamoto no Yoritomo. Legend said, he pitched a military camp around this falls. It is small but beautiful waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive route 139 north and turn to west at 414.yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanko_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL021.flv.jpgSanko ShrineSanko Shrine (三光神社) is one of the oldest shrine in Osaka. It is also famous for Sanada Yukimura related spot. During the siege of Osaka, Yukimura made outer bailey to protect southern Osaka Castle. There is a secret tunnel that reaches to Osaka Castle in this shrine. It is also one of Osaka Shichifukujin, and enshrines Jurojin.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is no parking, but restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Osakakanjo Tamatsukuri Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kintoki_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL167.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL167.flv.jpgKintoki ShrineKintoki Shrine (公時神社, Kintokijinja) is located on Mt. Kintoki, Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture. It enshrines Sakata Kintoki who is a motif of Kintaro. It is also known as the entrance of Mt. Kintoki. There is shrine of Kintaro's Axe and rock in this shrine.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. Hakoneyumoto Station.
1. use bus to Sengoku
2. walk north (1 hr.)
yes80http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/itasuke_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL013.flv.jpgItasuke KofunItasuke Kofun (いたすけ古墳) is one of Mozu Kofun Group. It is a front square back circle Kofun built in late 5th century. It is registered as a national historical asset. The size of Kofun is 146m wide and 8th biggest Kofun in Mozu. Tanuki live in this Kofun is very famous.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
DONOT enter Kofun.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Higashi Station.
1. use Nankai Koya Line to Mikunigaoka.
2. use JR Hanwa Line to Mozu.
3. walk south.
yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gobyoyama_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL014.flv.jpgGobyoyama KofunGobyoyama Kofun (御廟山古墳) is one of Mozu Kofun Group in Sakai, Osaka. It is a front square back circle Kofun built. The size of Kofun is 186m wide and 4th biggest Kofun in Mozu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
DONOT enter Kofun.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Higashi Station.
1. use Nankai Koya Line to Mikunigaoka.
2. use JR Hanwa Line to Mozu.
3. walk south.
yes104http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arcatowers_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL286.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL286.flv.jpgARCATOWERS IlluminationARCATOWERS Illumination (アルカタワーズ錦糸町) has a beautiful Christmas Illumination from middle November to middle January. About 120,000 LED decorate the north entrance of Kinshinshicho and lighten up the winter night beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>No parking or restroom.Time: From Sunset to 23:00
<b>Access</b>0. at Akihabara Station.1. use JR Sobu Line to Kinshicho.
yes203http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/olinas_kinshicho_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL287.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL287.flv.jpgOlinas Kinshicho Illuminationolinas Kinshicho(オリナス錦糸町) has a beautiful illumination in winter. From mid Nov. to mid Jan, there are 60,000 LED will be decorated. At the same time, Tokyo Sky Tree also has a beautiful Christmas Lighten up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>0. at Akihabara Station.1. use JR Sobu Line to Kinshicho.2. walk north.
yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nintoku_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL008.flv.jpgEmperor Nintoku KofunEmperor Nintoku Kofun (仁徳天皇陵) is one of Kofun, the Emperor's Mausoleum, located in Sakai, Osaka. It is front square back circle Kofun with moats and its size is 2,718m of perimeter, 656m east-to-west, 793m north-to-south, and 35m high. It is the biggest mausoleum in the world. Because of its huge size, it is also called Daisen Ryo. The official name is "Mozunomimiharanonakanomisasagi." People in Sakai call this Kofun, "Goryo" with full of respect. You cannot enter inside of Kofun, but there is worship place on the top of Kofun.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
DONOT enter inside of Kofun.
There is restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakaishi Station.
1. use Hanwa Line to Mozu.
2. walk west (5min.)
yes225http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mozu_kofun_group/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL007.flv.jpgMozu Kofun GroupMozu Kofun Group (百舌鳥古墳群) is Kofun Spot located in Sakai, Osaka. There are about 50 Kofun in this group including the world biggest mausoleum, Emperor Nintoku Kofun. Also, there are 2 more Kofun that are the size of over 200m wide. Most of Kofun were constructed from late 4th century to late 6th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Most of Kofun spots has no parking.
<b>Access</b>
Most of Kofun are around JR Hanwa Line Mozu station.
yes508http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ezuki_narcissus_road/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL048.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL048.flv.jpgEzuki Narcissus RoadEzuki Narcissus Road (江月水仙ロード) is popular Narcissus spot located in Boso peninsula. It is considered as three major Narcissus spots in Japan. The road is about 3km long and there are about 10 million Narcissus bloom in late December to early February.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Hoda Station.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes331http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arai_robai_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL043.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL043.flv.jpgArai Robai GardenArai Robai Garden (新井ろうばい園) is a wintersweet spot located in Annaka, Gunma. There are 7000 Wintersweets trees planted in this garden. From the end of December to early February, the beautiful yellow flowers with sweet smell bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Nishi Matsuida Station.
2. walk north 1 hour.
yes294http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/annaka_samurai_nagaya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL044.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL044.flv.jpgAnnaka Samurai Nagaya HouseAnnaka Samurai Nagaya House (旧安中藩武家長家) is a remaining original Samurai apartment. It was built in late Edo period. There are 4 residential spaces in this Nagaya Style House. Low tank Samurai lived in this house. This house was located to south side of Annaka Castle. It was for protection of the castle in case of war.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 210 yen for adult, 120 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entree 16:30) From Dec to Feb close 30min earlier.
Tickets combines with Kooribugyouyakusho.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Annaka.
2. walk west (30 min.)
yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/goryo_tea_house_honjin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL046.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL046.flv.jpgGoryo Tea House HonjinGoryo's Tea House Honjin (五料の茶屋本陣) is remaining original Honjin of Annaka, Gunma. It was not used for hotel, but used for resting house. People waited here while processing the passage of Usui Sekisho. There are two houses, the west House and the east house. Both houses were built in late Edo period, and registered as historical sight of Gunma.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 210 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entree 16:30) From Dec to Feb close 30min earlier.
Closed: Monday. If the monday is holiday, closed on Tuesday.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive rout 18 and turn to the north Goryo. There is a sign.
yes294http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/emperor_richu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL011.flv.jpgEmperor Richu KofunEmperor Richu Kofun (履中天皇陵) is one of Mozu Kofun Group located Sakai, Osaka. It is front square back circle Kofun with moat. The size of this Kofun, is 360m and it is the 3rd biggest Kofun in Japan. It is also known as Kamiishidumisanzaikofun, and the official name is Mozunomimiharanominaminomisasagi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
DONOT ENTER Kofun.
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakaishi Station.
1. use JR Hanwa Line to Uenoshiba.
2. walk north.
yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/emperor_hanzei_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL012.flv.jpgEmperor Hanzei KofunEmperor Hanzei Kofun (反正天皇陵) is one of Mozu Kofun Group located in Sakai, Osaka. It is about 148m, wide and 15m tall. 7th biggest Kofun in Mozu. There is a moat surrounding this Kofun. It is also known as Tadeiyama Kofun, and the official name is Mozunomimiharanokitanomisasagi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b></b>
DONOT ENTER KOFUN.
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakaihigashi Station.
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/annaka_kori_bugyo_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL045.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL045.flv.jpgAnnaka Kori Bugyo HouseKori Bugyo House (旧安中藩郡奉行役宅) is reconstructed Samurai house of Annaka. Kori Bugyo is the officer of Justice. This house was built in late Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 210 yen for adult, 120 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entree 16:30) From Dec to Feb close 30min earlier.
Tickets combines with Bukenagaya.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Annaka.
2. walk west (30 min.)
yes133http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakai_lighthouse/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL018.flv.jpgSakai LighthouseSakai Lighthouse (旧堺燈台) is the oldest western style light house in Japan. It is the most important tourist and historical spot in Sakai, Osaka. It was built in 1877. The high of the tower is 11.3m tall. It's a symbol of Sakai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Station.
1. walk west (10min.)
yes71http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daisen_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL017.flv.jpgDaisen ParkDaisen Park (大仙公園) is a huge park with many Kofun located in Sakai, Osaka. It is located on the south side of Nintoku Kofun. There is a large play ground, kids facilities, library, Japanese gardens and Kofun. It is chosen as one of 100 best parks with history. It is also popular Sakura spot in Sakai. There are 400 Sakura that bloom in April.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakaishi Station.
1. use JR Hanwa Line to Mozu.
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes326http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sen_rikyus_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL019.flv.jpgThe ruin of Sen no Rikyu houseThe ruins of the Sen no Rikyu's House (千利休屋敷跡) is located in Sakai, Osaka. Sen no Rikyu is the most famous tea master in the world. He established the tea style, Sado-Senke, and spread the world of tea into Japan. Sen no Rikyu was born and grown in Sakai. In this ruins, there is well that still remains in original.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking or restroom.
Do not enter the restricted area.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Station.
1. walk south (10 min.)
yes52http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/niijima_jo_old_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL047.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL047.flv.jpgOld House of Niijima JoOld House of Niijima Jo (新島襄旧宅) is located in Annaka Gunma. Niijima Jo is one of the famous Christian and scholar during early Meiji period. His house is a popular high rank Samura House of Nagaya style. Two rooms, Doma and storage are remains original. Behind the park, there is Kufun Park behind the house.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: free.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entree 16:30) From Dec to Feb close 30min earlier.
Close: Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Annaka.
2. walk west (30 min.)
yes138http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/traveling_chushingura_spots/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL289.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL289.flv.jpgTraveling Chushingura SpotsTraveling Chushingura Spots (忠臣蔵巡り) is a popular tour for big fans of Chushingura. Chushingura is one of the famous Samurai Story since Edo period. It is also known as 47 ronin. The story of Chushingura is the revenge for a lord and justice according to Bushido. Therefore, it's been played in Kabuki and poppet theater in Edo period and it's been played in movie, theater and TV drama today. All of the related spots are still available for visit.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
All of the spots has no parking.
Some of the spots have restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Kira House: 10 min. from Ryogoku Station.
Matsu no Roka: 20 min. from Tokyo Station.
Sengakuji: 5 min. from Sengakuji Station.
Seppuku spot of Oishi Kuranosuke: 5 min. from Shirkane-Takanawa Station.
Seppuku spot of Oishi Chikara: 10 min. from Mita Station.
yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ruins_kira_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL290.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL290.flv.jpgThe ruins of Kira HouseThe ruins of Kira House (吉良邸跡) is one of the Chushingura spots located in Ryogoku, Tokyo. Chushingura is one of the most popular Samurai story from Edo period. At the night of December 14, 1702, 47 Ako Ronin broke into this house and killed Kira Kozukenosuke Yoshihisa. The ruins is now opened as public park and display many pictures and nots related Chushingura. There is a well that was used for washing Kira's head.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akihabara Station.
1. use JR Sobu Line to Ryogoku.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes191http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daffodil_masuri_kasai_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL291.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL291.flv.jpgDaffodil Masuri at Kasai ParkDaffodil Masuri at Kasai Park (葛西臨海公園水仙まつり) is held in early January to the mid February. There are over 200,000 Daffodil flowers planted at the special garden. It is the largest Suisen, Daffodil, spot in Tokyo Metro.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission:Free
Period: early January to the mid February.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Keisei Line to Kasairinkaikouen.
2. walk west.
yes257http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_german_village_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL051.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL051.flv.jpgTokyo German Village IlluminationTokyo German Village(東京ドイツ村ウィンターイルミネーション) has a beautiful Winter Illuminations. It is considered as one of three major Winter Illuminations in Kanto. About 2 million LED will decorate the winter sky so beautiful. Every year, they have the different concept of lights. From the middle of November to the end of March, the lights play with the music for you.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Period: Middle of November to 3/31
Time: 16:00 to 20:00 (Last entry 19:30)
Admission: 1500 yen for parking.
No car entry: 500 yen per person.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use Express bus to Tokyo German Village.
yes349http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsuura_under_sea_tower/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL050.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL050.flv.jpgKatsuura Under Sea TowerKatsuura Under Sea Tower (勝浦海中展望塔) is a tower built under sea water located Katsuura, Chiba. It is popular tourist attraction in Katsuura. The tower is 24m tall and 8m under the sea level. At the bottom observatory, you can enjoy many seasonable fishes. This place is located the meeting spot of hot and cold sea water. So, there are various kinds of fishes you can see.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open all year.
Office hour: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
Admission: 930 yen for adult, 460 yen for Junior high and elementary school, 200 yen.
There is a group discount.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use JR Sotobo Line to Ubara Station.
2. walk south(15 min.)
yes253http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nana_batake_road/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL049.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL049.flv.jpgNana Batake RoadNana Batake Road(菜な畑ロード) is a filed mustard spot located in Kamogawa, Chiba. From January to March, the beautiful yellow flowers bloom. Field Mustard is one of the flowers that tells the arrival of Spring. The spring in Kamogawa visit very early. You can also enjoy picking up the flower.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Use parking at Kamogawa city government office.
There is restroom.
10 picking flowers for 100 yen.
From early January to early March.
<b>Access</b>
0. JR Chiba Station.
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Tateyama Station.
2. use JR Sotobo Line to Awa Kamogawa Station.
3. walk (15 min.)
yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_hachiman_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL052.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL052.flv.jpgCape Hachiman ParkCape Hachiman Park(八幡岬公園) is located Katsuura City, Chiba peninsula. It is face pacific ocean. There is observatory that you can enjoy great view of pacific ocean. There are also kids' facilities. This cape is also the ruins of Katsuura Castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use JR Sotobo Line to Katsuura.
2. walk south (20 min.)
yes162http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamayaki_omuro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI081.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI081.flv.jpgYamayaki of Mt. OmuroYamayaki of Mt. Omuro (大室山山焼) is one of the most popular seasonable even in Ito, Shizuoka. Yamayaki literary means burning mountain. In 2nd Sunday of February, Mt. Omuro will be ignited and burnt down completely. It is very dynamic festival held in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Date: 2nd Sunday of February.
Time: Burning Crater starts at 9:00. Burning whole mountain starts at 12:00
You can see burning Crater at the top of mountain, but the lift will be closes during burning whole mountain.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ito Station.
1. use Tokai Bus to Shaboten Park.
yes502http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_omuro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI082.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI082.flv.jpgMt. OmuroMt. Omuro (大室山) is a volcano located in Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka pref. It is about 580 tall and has a great view from the top of the mountain. You can see a beautiful Mt. Fuji, Izu Peninsula and Pacific Ocean. Therefore, it is one of the popular tourist attraction in eastern Izu. Every once a year, the mountain is burnt down, called "Yamayaki."
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, restroom and giftshop.
A lift to the top: 500 yen for adult. 250 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Archery Range: 1000 yen.
Office Hours: 9:00 to 16:45 (3/6to3/15), 9:00 to 17:15 (3/16to9/30), 9:00 to 16:15 (other)
Open New Year's day from 5:40.
<b>Accss</b>
0. at Ito Station.
1. use Tokai Bus to Shaboten Park.
yes204http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsumekisaki_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI083.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI083.flv.jpgTsumekisaki ParkTsumekisaki Park (爪木崎公園) is located south end of Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka. It is one of the most famous Daffodil Spots around Kanto. There are about 3 million Daffodil in this park. They bloom in January to the mid February. There is an observatory around a light house. It has great view of Pacific Ocean. It has a great view of Sunrise, therefore many people visit here in New Year's day.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking (500yen) and restroom.
<b>Access<</b>
0. Shimoda Station.
1. use Bus 10 to Tsumekisaki.
2. walk (5 min.)
yes326http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawagoe_castle_palace/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL052.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL052.flv.jpgThe palace of Kawagoe CastleThe palace of Kawagoe Castle (川越城本丸御殿) is one of the main tourist spot of Kawagoe, Saitama. Kawagoe Castle was built by Ota Dokan who also built Edo Castle in 1457. In 1546, Hojo, the lord of Sagami, took over this castle, and became very important castle to protect northern region for him. Later, when Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to Kanto, he gave this castle to Sakai Shigetada. Current building was built in 1848 by Matsudaira Naritsune, Kawagoe castle today is one of 100 best Japanese castles and 7 best castles of Kanto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 100 yen for adult, 50 yen for student. Free under Junior. There is a group discount.
TIme: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Close on Monday. 4th Friday.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kawagoe Station.
1. walk north (15 min.)
yes311http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawagoedaishi_kitain_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL053.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL053.flv.jpgKawagoedaishi Kitain TempleKawagoedaishi Kitain Temple (川越大師喜多院) is Tendai Buddhism Temple located in Kawagoe, Saitama. It was established in 830 by Priest Ennin. It is one of the most popular spot in Kawagoe. The buildings of Kitain are very historically valuable,and its Japanese garden is beautiful. 500 Rakan Statues are also famous.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission for special building and garden: 400 yen for Adult, 200 for kids. There is a group discount.
Open: 8:50 to 16:30 (3/1 to 11/23), 8:50 to 16:00 (11/24 to end of Feb) Holiday open 20 min. longer.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes350http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kitain_500_rakan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL056.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL056.flv.jpg500 Rakan Statues of Kitain500 Rakan Statues of Kitain (喜多院五百羅漢) is one of the most popular spots in Kawagoe. It is one of three major Rakan in Japan. These 500 Rakan Statues were made from 1782 to 1825. There are 538 statues and all of them are identical. Each one of them has different face and facial expression.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission for special building and garden: 400 yen for Adult, 200 for kids. There is a group discount.
Combined with the building of the Temple.
Open: 8:50 to 16:30 (3/1 to 11/23), 8:50 to 16:00 (11/24 to end of Feb) Holiday open 20 min. longer.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes514http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokinokane/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL054.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL054.flv.jpgTokinokaneTokinokane (時の鐘) is a tower of time chime located in Kawagoe. It is a symbol of Kawagoe and remains the view of old Castle town. This tower was placed from early Edo period in Kawagoe. The original tower was constructed by Sakai Tadakatsu about 400 years ago. Current tower is 4th tower built in 1893. Even, today, it rings a bell four times a day just like it was used to be.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Ring a bell at 6:00, 12:00, 15:00 and 18:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. walk to north (15 min.)
yes93http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakanomon_gate_moat/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL055.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL055.flv.jpgThe moat of Nakanomon gateThe moat of Nakanomon gate (中ノ門堀) is the ruins of Kawagoe Castle. It is a western side of the castle. In 1639, because Kawagoe castle was very important to protect northern Edo castle, it was extended by Matsudaira Nobutsuna, the lord of Kawagoe. Today, only moat remains.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Open from: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. walk north (20 min.)
yes61http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_german_village/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL053.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL053.flv.jpgCountry Farm Tokyo German VillageCountry Farm Tokyo German Village (東京ドイツ村)is a Theme Park located in Sodegaura, Chiba Prefecture. It's a great spot for spending time with your family in nature. The concept of this park is "Enjoying spending time with nature." There are a huge play ground, kids' facilities, flower gardens, zoo, an amusement and many other entertainment facilities that kids never get bored, and even adults can have funs. There are also beautiful flower gardens for all seasons.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 1,200 yen for Adult, 800 yen for high & Junior school, 600 yen for kids.
There is a group discount.
Open: 9:30 to 20:00 (last entry 19:30)
10 Attraction tickets: 2,500 yen. (save 500 yen)
Dog is only available at Dog Run.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Chiba Station.
1. use an express bus to Tokyo Doitsumura.
There are also express buses from Yokohama, Kawasaki and Shinjuku stations.
yes491http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL054.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL054.flv.jpgOtakiOtaki (大多喜) is a castle town located in Boso Peninsula, Chiba prefecture. It is considered as the little Edo of Boso Peninsula. There are many traditional houses that gives the view of Edo period. There is a reconstructed castle as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. You can get a map at the station.
At the visitors center that located in front of Otaki Station, you can get a rental-bicycle for
300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use JR Sotobo Line to Ohara.
2. use Izumitetsudo Line to Otaki.
yes374http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uguisudani/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL292.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL292.flv.jpgUguisudaniUguisudani (鴬谷) is located in Toyo. It is one of town on Yamanote Line, right newt station of Ueno Station. There are lots of Love Hotels.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is nothing to see but Love Hotels.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Yamanote Line to Uguisudani.
yes49http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokohamabashi_shopping_mall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL168.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL168.flv.jpgYokohamabashi Shopping MallYokohamabashi Shopping Mall (よこはまばし商店街) is Shotengai, an arcaded avenue with many shops, located in Yokohama. There are many shops that sales foods, daily groceries, and everything else you need for your life. It is one of three major Sgitebgau in Yokohama. They are so cheap and reasonable so that Yokohamabashi is considered as Ameyoko in Yokohama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Yokohama city Subway Blueline to Bandobashi Station.
3. walk east (2 min.)
yes522http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kimuchi_yokocho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL293.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL293.flv.jpgKimuchi YokochoKimuchi Yokocho (キムチ横丁) is a Korean town located in Okachimachi, Tokyo. It is the oldest Korean town in Tokyo. There are many Kimuchi stores, Korean markets, and BBQ restaurants.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Okachimachi.
2. walk east (5min.)
yes352http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jewery_town_okachimachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL294.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL294.flv.jpgJewery Town OkachimachiOkachimachi (御徒町) is aJewelry wholesale district located in Okachimachi, Tokyo. It is the only Japanese jewelry spot. There are over 150 jewelry shops in Okachimachi. There are all kinds of Jewelry accessories related stores in Okachimachi. Also, some of the store buy your jewelry, reform your Jewelry and fix your Jewelry. Some of wholesale store sale their jewels personally, and they are very reasonable price.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is coin parking around this area. No restroom.
Some of them won't sale to individual customers.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Okachimachi.
2. walk east.
yes183http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aoba_no_mori_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL056.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL056.flv.jpgAoba no Mori ParkAoba no Mori Park(青葉の森公園) is a park located Chiba city, Chiba prefecture.
It's a huge park with nature, culture and recreation. There are many natures with seasonable flowers, forest and pond. Facilities are greatly located in this park as well, such as baseball field, kids facilities and huge play ground. It has also western style garden, plum garden and Sakura garden so that you can enjoy relaxing moment. It is a great place for weekend family activities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use Keisei Chihara Line to Chibadera station.
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes322http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/plum_garden_aoba_mori_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL055.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL055.flv.jpgPlum Garden of Aoba no Mori ParkPlum Garden of Aoba no Mori Park (青葉の森公園の梅園) is one of the popular Ume, Japanese plum, spot in Chiba. There are 35 kinds 1,000 Ume trees in this garden and park. From the mid Feb. to the mid Mar., those plums bloom beautiful flowers. Because it has many kinds of Ume, the period of the season is bit longer than other place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use Keisei Chihara Line to Chibadera station.
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kobaien/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL295.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL295.flv.jpgKobaienKobaien (香梅園) is a plum garden of Katori Shrine located in Sumida, Tokyo. It is a small garden with various kind of Ume, Japanese plum trees. Ume flowers bloom in early March in this garden. There are about 85 kinds 120 Ume trees in this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
There is Ume festival when they bloom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akihabara Station.
1. use JR Sobu Line to Kameido.
2. use Tobu Kameido Line to Omurai Station.
3. walk south (5 min.)
yes240http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takasaki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL048.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL048.flv.jpgTakasaki CastleTakasaki Castle (高崎城) is a flatland Castle located in Takasaki, Gunma. It was built in 1597 by Ii Naomasa. It is located on Nakasendo, the one of main road connecting Kyoto and Edo. Therefore, it was very important castle. There are original gate and keep of Takasaki Castle relocated in the ruins. Also, outer moats and earth banks are preserved in great condition. It is popular Sakura spot in Gunma.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes205http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takao_baigo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL300.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL300.flv.jpgTakao BaigoTakao Baigo (高尾梅郷) is a popular Ume, Japanese plum, spot located in Hachioji, Tokyo. There is 4 plum forests 10,000 plum trees. Plumes are planted on the side of Kosyu Road. Around the middle of March, white and red beautiful flowers bloom with nice smell. Many people visit here in the season to enjoy arrival of Spring. The entire sites are about 4.5km long, so it offers great hiking for all generation.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking at Kogesawa Bairin.
However, Kogesawa Bairin opens only weekend.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Takao (5 min.)
2. walk West.
yes379http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kogesawa_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL296.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL296.flv.jpgKogesawa BairinKogesawa Bairin (木下沢梅林) is one of Takao Plum spots. Takao Plum spot is popular Ume, Japanese plum, spot in Hachioji, Tokyo. There are 1,400 plum trees that bloom fully beautiful in the middle of March.
<b>Toursit Info.</b>
It opens only weekend. There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Takao Station.
2. walk west 40 min or bus to Oshita.
yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takao_bairin_promenade/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL297.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL297.flv.jpgTakao Bairin promenadeTakao Bairin promenade (高尾遊歩道梅林) is one of Ume, Japanese plum, spots in Takao, Tokyo. This path is located on the side of Kobotoke River. There are various kinds of Ume trees which offers white, red and pink beautiful flowers. The path is very short, but it leads to other plum spots.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Takao Station.
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes319http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kobotoke_sekisho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL298.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL298.flv.jpgThe ruins of Kobotoke SekishoThe ruins of Kobotoke Sekisho (小仏関所) is located in Hachioji, Tokyo. It is a ruins of the gate of Kosyu Road. This place was very important to connect Kai and Sagami during Sengoku period. It is registered as a national historical site and chosen as 88 views of Hachioji. It is also one of Takao Baigo spots. There are plum trees that bloom in the middle March.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no restroom or parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Takao Station.
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takao_komagino_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL299.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL299.flv.jpgTakao Komagino gardenKomagino garden (高尾駒木野庭園) is Japanese garden located in Takao, Tokyo. Its garden and house are opened for public. You can used this for free resting place. It has Japanese garden for pond style and no water style.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: Free.
Garden and house is open for public as resting place.
Open: 9:00 to 18:00 (Apr. to Aug.)
17:00 (Sep. to Oct.), 16:00 (Nov. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Takao Station.
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toyokuni_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT016.flv.jpgToyokuni ShrineToyokuni Shrine (豊国神社), enshrines Toyotomi Hideyoshi, located in Kyoto. It was established in 1599 after the death of Hideyoshi. Karamon gate of this shrine is registered as the National Treasure of Japan. It was originally constructed at Fushimi Castle and removed to this shrine. It is also called "Hokokusan" with full of respects and love to Hideyoshi. Many Hideyoshi Fans visit here to pray for their success according to his success.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
Museum: 300 yen for adult.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. walk west (20 min.)
yes237http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kitano_tenmangu_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT017.flv.jpgKitano Tenman-gu ShrineKitano Tenman-gu Shrine (北野天満宮) is the top of Tenman Shrine located in Kyoto. It enshrines Sugawara no Michizane, the god of wisdom and education. Kitano Tenman gu was established in 947. In 987, it was entitled "Kitanotenmangutenjin" by Emperor Ichijo. It was highly respected by the imperial families. Today, many people still worship here for the achievement of their education. Kitano Tenman gu is very popular for Ume, Japanese plum.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Museum: 300 yen for adult, 250 yen for adult, 150 yen for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
Period: Ume, Koyo seasons, 25th of every month. New year's day, Dec. 1, April 10 to May 30.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use local bus to Kitanotenmangu (30 min.)
yes432http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daikakuji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT020.flv.jpgDaikakuji templeDaikakuji temple (大覚寺) is one of the major temples in Kyoto. It is Shingon Buddhism established in 876 by the imperial prince Tsunesada. This place was used to be 2nd house of Emperor Saga. The priests of Daikakuji had been served by the imperial families. Therefore, it is considered as one of the highest class of temples in Japan. There are beautiful Japanese garden that just like the garden of the imperial palace.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 300 yen for under high school.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Local bus to Daikakuji (30 min.)
yes311http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tenryuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT024.flv.jpgTenryujiTenryuji (天龍寺) is the Zen temple with rich history and beautiful scenery. It is located in Arashiyama, Kyoto. It was established in 1339 by the first Muromachi Shogun, Ashikaga Takauji, dedicated Emperor Godaigo. It has a beautiful Japanese garden designed by Priest Muso. The garden is the 1st registered Special National Scenic Beauty and also registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Because it was established by 1st Ashikaga Takauji, Muromachi Shogun, and Zen temple related with Emperor Kanmu, Tenryuji was highly respected even today.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission for garden: 500 yen for adult, 300 yen for under junior, free for kids.
Open: 8:30 to 17:30 (Last entry 17:00)
Temple Tour is closed until Mar, 2014.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to Saga Arashiyama station.
2. walk west (10 min.)
1. use Local bus to Tenryuji.
yes506http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mibu_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT022.flv.jpgMibu TempleMibu Temple (壬生寺) is Risshu Buddhism temple located in Kyoto. It is also known as Shinsengumi related spot. It was established in 991 by Priest Kaiken. The principal of image is Jizobosatu made in Heian period. It is also place of Mibu Kyogen that is over 700 years old theatrical act. In the end of Edo period, Shinsengumi stayed at this temple. There are graves of soldiers of Shinsengumi who died at Kyoto, and other unit commanders.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
Main Hall Open 9:00 to 16:00
Museum open: 8:30 to 16:30
Admission of the museum: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for under high school.
Admission for Mibuzuka of Shinsengumi: 100 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Local bus to Mibuderamichi.
2. walk south.
yes115http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/osawa_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT021.flv.jpgOsawa PondOsawa Pond (大沢池) is the oldest artificial pond for Japanese style garden. It was constructed by Emperor Saga in Heian period. It is imitated from Lake Dotei in China. It is chosen as one of three major moon view ponds since Heian period. The pond has many seasonable aspects. It has beautiful Sakura, Ume forest and lotus. It has splendid Koyo in Autumn.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: free. (during Spring and Autumn season, 200 yen)
Open: 9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Local bus to Daikakuji (30 min.)yes209http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/odoi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT018.flv.jpgOdoiOdoi (御土居) is the ruins of the earthworks and moats constructed by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Odoi of Kitano Tenmangu Shrine remains in a great condition. It is also known as Momiji Garden because it has a great Momiji trees that show great Koyo in Autumn. The entire moat and earthworks surrounding the city of Kyoto was about 22.5km long.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 only during Koyo season and Ume season.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Kyoto Bus to Kitano Tenmangumae.
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes159http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kitanotenmangu_baien/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT019.flv.jpgBaien of KitanotenmanguBaien of Kitanotenmangu (北野天満宮梅苑) is popular Ume, Japanese plum, garden of Kyoto. There are 50 kinds 1,500 Ume trees in this garden. From the beginning of February to middle of March, beautiful Ume flowers bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Opens only Ume Season.
Admission: 600 yen for adult, 300 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Open: 10:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use local bust to Kitano Tenmangumae.
yes256http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sagano/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT023.flv.jpgSaganoSagano (嵯峨野) is an old post town located in west side of Kyoto. It has many traditional buildings and historical temples. The road with those classic views matches Kimono Walk perfectly. Around the first Torii gate of Atago Shrine is registered as the national preserved scenery with traditional buildings. Sagano remains the old atmosphere of Kyoto with many historical buildings and old temples.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Kyoto Bus 72 or 74 to Toriimoto (1 hr.)
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Saga-Arashiyama.
2. walk north (30 min.)
yes448http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bamboo_grove_walk/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT025.flv.jpgBamboo Grove WalkBamboo Grove Walk (竹林の小径) of Arashiyama is the most famous and popular Bamboo Grove in the world. It is one of the main tourist attraction of Arashiyama, Kyoto. It is about 100m long narrow road surrounded by thousands of Bamboo. The scenery of this Bamboo walk is the most common sight of Kyoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to Saga-Arashiyama.
2. walk west (20 min.)
2. use Local bus to Tenryuji.
3. walk north (10 min.)
yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arashiyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT030.flv.jpgArashiyamaArashiyama (嵐山) is one of the best tourist spot in Kyoto. It is located western Kyoto and surrounded by Mountains that offers beautiful Koyo, the autumn leaves, in Fall. There are many historic temples, classic view and rich nature. Therefore, it was used to be 2nd house resort for Nobles and the imperial families during Heian period. Today, it still remains the classic view of Kyoto with rich nature and traditional temples. The most famous bamboo grove walk is also located in Arashiyama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. The restroom is located near Arashiyama Rakan.
Don't visit here by car.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to Saga-Arashiyama.
1. use Local bus to Tenryujimae or Arashiyama.
yes429http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kameari_kochikame_statue_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL301.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL301.flv.jpgKameari Kochikame Statue TourKameari Kochikame Statue Tour (亀有こち亀銅像巡り) is one of popular way to enjoy Kameari and Kochikame. Kameari Station is located in eastern Tokyo, Katsushika Ward, and there are 14 statues of Characters from Kochikame surrounding Kameari Station. Kochikame is the most famous and long loved Manga in the history of Japan, and Kameari is the main field town of the Manga. Touring all statues and take photo with Ryo-san and other characters are must experiencing tour for all Kochikame Lovers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can get a statue map at the Kameari Station.
Every Sunday, Ryo-san visit Kameari and patrol the town.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nippori Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kameari
yes449http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/komatsugawa_1000_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA057.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA057.flv.jpgKomatsugawa 1000 SakuraKomatsugawa 1000 Sakura (小松川千本桜) is new Sakura spot located on the riverside of Ara River. There are 1,000 Sakura trees, and from the end of March to the beginning of April, beautiful Sakura, cherry blossom, blooms and tells the arrival of Spring. During the Sakura season, many people enjoy Hanami party. There is BBQ spots.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
BBQ: 2000 yen.
Time: 10:00 to 16:00
Season: Mar 1, to Nov 30.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Higashi Nihonbashi.
2. use Toei Shinjuku Line to Higashi Oojima.
3. walk east (5 min.)
yes368http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/birthplace_of_shinsengumi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT031.flv.jpgBirthplace of ShinsengumiThe house of Yagi family is the birthplace of Shinsengumi (新撰組屯所跡八木邸) located in Kyoto. One of he Shinsengumi related spots. In 1863, to guard 14th Shogun, Iemochi Roshi-gumi was assembled in Edo. They traveled to Kyoto and stayed at this house. Most of Roshi returned to Edo, but Serizawa, Kondo, Hijikata and other 10 Roshi stayed here. They offered their service to protect Shogun and Kyoto to Matsudaira Katamori. Kattamori appointed them as the official police force and they became "Shinsengumi." This house became the office of Shinsengumi. They stayed until 1865, and moved to Nishi-Honganji Temple.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Admission: 1,000 yen with tea and sweets.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Local bus to Mibuderamichi.
2. walk south (2 min.)
yes422http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nishiki_ichiba_shopping_district/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT032.flv.jpgNishiki Ichiba Shopping DistrictNishiki Ichiba Shopping District (錦市場商店街) is an arcaded shopping street located in the middle of Kyoto, city. It has a history of over 400 years that makes it one of the oldest shopping district in the history of Japan. The street is about 400m long and there are over 120 stores. It is definitely great spot to enjoy shopping Japanese daily glossaries and foods in Kyoto.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Karasuma Line to Shijo Station.
2. walk to west (5 min.)
yes231http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nisonin_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT026.flv.jpgNisonin TempleNisonin Temple (二尊院) is Tenday Buddhism established in mid 9th century. It is located in Sagano, Kyoto. There are beautiful Twin Nyorai Statues. Koyo of this temple is just breath taking beautiful. Nisonin has been highly respected by the imperial family. Some of the buildings were constructed in early Edo period. It is also known as the birthplace of Agura An.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen. There is a group discount.
Open:9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to Saga-Arashiyama.
2. walk west (15 min.)
yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jojakkoji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT027.flv.jpgJojakkoji TempleJojakkoji Temple (常寂光寺) is Nichiren Buddhism Temple located Sagano, Kyoto. It is located in Sagano, Kyoto. It was established in 1596 by priest Nisshin. Jojakkou is the best heaven in Tendai Buddhism. It was name that because the scenery of this temple was just like the Jojakkoudo. It has a beautiful Koyo that considered as one of the best in Kyoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but is restroom.
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids.
Free for handicap person.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to Saga-Arashiyama.
2. walk west (15 min.)
yes299http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rakushisya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT028.flv.jpgRakushisyaRakushisya (落柿舎) is a Japanese garden with concept of Wabi located in Sagano, Kyoto. This house and garden were built by Kyorai, the student of Matsuo Basyo in the mid 17th century. Matsuo Basyo stayed at this house many times. The garden of this house has all kinds of seasonable flowers for writing "Haiku." There is the famous Shishiodosi in Kyoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Admission: 200 yen.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (10:00 to 16:00 in Jan. and Feb.)
Close: 12/31, 1/1
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to Saga-Arashiyama.
2. walk west (15 min.)
yes282http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arashiyama_rakan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT029.flv.jpgArashiyama RakanArashiyama Rakan (嵐山羅漢) is located in front of Hogonin Temple. There are about 70 Rakan Statue that belong to the temple. It is one of popular spot in Arashiyama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to SagaArashiyama.
2. walk west (15 min.)
yes126http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/you_road_shopping_district/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL302.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL302.flv.jpgYou Road Shopping districtYou Road Shopping district (ゆうろーど商店街) is one of Shotengai located south side of Kameari Station. There are over 120 shops in this street. Especially, there are great vegetable stores, meat market and fish market. Of course, other shops such as fashion, glossary stores, food stands and services. It has many Kameari food gourmets.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nippori Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kameari.
yes377http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/komatsugawa_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA058.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA058.flv.jpgKomatsugawa ParkKomatsugawa Park (小松川公園) is located Edogawa ward, Tokyo. It is very popular Hanami spot because there are many Sakura trees and huge open field. Some of the place has bench and table for BBQ. There are a huge play ground and many kinds of sports facilities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Higashi Nihonbashi.
2. use Toei Shinjuku Line to Higashi Oojima.
3. walk east (5 min.)
yes235http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimizu_en_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG016.flv.jpgShimizu-en gardenShimizu-en garden (新発田清水園) is a beautiful garden Japanese garden located in Shibata, Niigata. It was used to be Japanese garden for Daimyo of Shibata, and its beautiful view is registered as national scenic beauty. This garden was constructed in late 17th century. It is a typical pond surrounding style garden. Many tea houses are also surrounding this large pond. There are 8 beautiful views of Omi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 700 yen for adult, 300 yen for under junior high.
Close: Wed. on Jan. and Feb.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (16:30 from Nov. to Mar.)
Ticket is the same is Ashigaru Nagaya.
There is a group discount.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibata Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes440http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shibata_ashigaru_nagaya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG014.flv.jpgShibatas Ashigaru NagayaShibata's Ashigaru Nagaya (新発田足軽長屋) is one of few remaining Samurai Apartments. It is located in Shibata, Niigata. There are 8 residential spaces. The low rank Samurai used to live in this space. This Ashigaru Nagaya is very few existed Nagaya House in Japan. It is registered as the national important cultural assets. It was constructed in 1842.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 700 yen for adult, 300 yen for under junior high.
Close: Wed. on Jan. and Feb.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (16:30 from Nov. to Mar.)
Ticket is the same is Shimizuen garden.
There is a group discount.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibata Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes161http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/murakami_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG008.flv.jpgMurakami CastleMurakami Castle (村上城) is a hilltop castle located in Murakami, Niigata. It was built in the early 16ch century by Honjo clan. It is registered as the national historic site. Top bailey of the castle is 135m high. Current structure os the castle was constructed by Hori Naokane in 1619. Form the top of the mountain, it have beautiful view of Niigata and Sea of Japan. Beautiful stone walls of main bailey are preserved in great condition.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibata Station.
1. use Haetsu Line to Murakami Station.
2. walk east (30 min.)
yes440http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/old_narita_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG009.flv.jpgOld Narita houseOld Narita house (旧成田家住宅) is one of the remaining Samurai House in Murakami, Niigata. It was built in the end of Edo period. It has also small Japanese gardens.
<b>Touris Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
Admission free but inside is not open.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibata Station.
1. use JR Haetsu Line to Murakami.
2. walk east (30 min.)
yes72http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/wakabayashi_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG010.flv.jpgWakabayashi HouseWakabayashi House (村上・若林家住宅) is one of the remaining Samurai Housein Murakami, Niigata. Wakabayashi family took 150 koku in Edo period. The house was constructed around 1800. It is Kayabuki roof, L shape house. It is very popular medium class Samurai House.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 250 yen for students.
There is a group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibata Station.
1. use JR Haetsu Line to Murakami.
2. walk east (20 min.)
yes206http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/maizuru_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG011.flv.jpgMaizuru ParkMaizuru Park (まいづる公園) is open museum of Samurai House located in Murakami, Niigata. There are three remaining Samurai Houses. This park was constructed for the memorial of current crown prince Naruhito and Masako's wedding. There is a house of Takaoka family that is belong to princess Masako. There are two more Samurai Houses are displayed in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Time: 9:00 to 16:30 (12 1 2 10:00 to 15:00)
Closed on Tuesday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibata Station.
1. use JR Haetsu Line to Murakami.
2. walk east (20 min.)
yes338http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujimoto_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG012.flv.jpgFujimoto ShrineFujimoto Shrine (藤基神社) is located in Murakami, Niigata. It enshrine the first lord of Murakami Domain, Naito Shigenari. He was also the brother of Tokugawa Ieyasu. The main shrine was built in 1849. The beautiful carving was made by Ariiso Syusai.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Shibata Station.
1. JR Haetsu Line to Murakami Station.
2. walk east (15 min.)
yes149http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/murakami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG013.flv.jpgMurakamiMurakami(村上の町家・黒塀通り) was used to be a castle town during Edo period. It has many traditional buildings and still remains the view of Castle town. Especially, around temple street and black walls has a very interesting view of Edo period. In Murakami, you will see many hanged dried salmon. That is one of poplar the local delicacy in northern Niigata. There are many local Sake Brewery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibata Station.
1. use JR Haetsu Line to Murakami Station.
2. walk east.
yes359http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shibata_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG015.flv.jpgShibata CastleShibata Castle (新発田城) is a flatland castle located in Niigata. It was built in early Kamakura period by Shibata clan. It is chosen as 100 best Japanese castle. The gate and 2nd Yagura is the original constructions and a huge moat also preserved in original condition. Yagura has Namako wall that is very strong structure for cold weather and snow.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibata Station.
1. walk north (20 min.)
yes190http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakurayama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA059.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA059.flv.jpgSakurayama ParkSakurayama Park (桜山公園) is one of 100 best Sakura Spots located in Gunma. There are 7,000 Winter-Sakura and 3,000 Someiyoshino that makes it one of the largest Sakura Spots in Japan. The park is located on a 591m tall mountain. Winter Sakura bloom in late Autumn when also has beautiful Koyo. Its beautiful scenery is registered as national scenic beauty and natural monument.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
In Spring and Autumn, there is parking fee.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit. Use rout 462 to 177.
yes408http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akagi_south_side_1000_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA060.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA060.flv.jpgAkagi South Side 1000 SakuraAkagi South Side 1000 Sakura (赤城南面千本桜) is a popular Sakura Spot of Gunma Prefecture. There are over 1,400 Sakura Trees and beautiful Shiba-Sakura in this park. It has about 37 kinds of Sakura trees which give us longer period of blossom in Spring. Also, there are 150,000 Shiba-Sakura, literary means Grass Sakura, that is also bloom in April.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Sakura blooms from early to middle April.
During the season, there is Sakura Matsuri.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive 353 to 102, then drive north.
yes330http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuroiso_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA061.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA061.flv.jpgKuroiso ParkKuroiso Park (黒磯公園) is one of Sakura spot located in Nasu, Tochigi. There are about 270 Sakura trees. In middle of April, Sakura bloom very beautifully. During the Sakura season, there is Sakura Matsuri will be held and many food stands opens for Hanami Party.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nasu Station.
1. use Tohoku Line to Kuroiso Line.
2. walk north.
yes338http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/karasugamori_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA062.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA062.flv.jpgKarasugamori ParkKarasugamori Park(烏ヶ森公園) is one of Sakura Spot located in Nasu, Tochigi. It has a nice pond and Sakura is surrounding that pond. There are several Sakura Tunnels leading to this park. This park also has a hill, and on the top of hill it has beautiful view of Nasu and shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
During Sakura season, there are many food stands opens.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nasu Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Nishinasuno Station.
2. walk west.
yes314http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagamine_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA063.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA063.flv.jpgNagamine ParkNagamine Park (長峰公園) is one of Hanami Spot in Tochigi. There are 150 Sakura in this park. In middle of April, Sakura bloom very beautifully.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nasushiobara station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Yaita Station.
2. walk north.
yes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shopping_streets_hirai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL303.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL303.flv.jpgShopping Streets of HiraiShopping Street of Hirai (平井の商店街) is great spot for walking around. From the Hirai Station to south ear for 1km long, there are several Shopping streets and 100 of stores for any kinds of daily glossaries.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akihabara Station.
1. use JR Sobu Line to Hirai Station.
yes290http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ishiguro_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG017.flv.jpgIshiguro HouseIshiguro House (石黒邸) is one of the remaining Samurai House remaining Shibata, Niigata.
It is located in Shimizuen garden. It was removed from Hakkencho where near Shibata Castle to this place. Ishiguro family was the Samurai of 70 koku that is middle rank of Samurai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibata Station.
1. walk west (15 min.)
yes93http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaikonjo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL057.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL057.flv.jpgKaikonjo FallsKaikonjo Falls (開墾場の滝) is an artificial waterfalls located in Boso peninsula. It was made by changing the route of Koito river. A tunnel change the direction of water. It is very unique because water falls though the tunnel. It is 8m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking,but parking space. No restroom.
Be very careful when you this waterfalls.
It is not tourist spots.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive to route 410 to Mishima Dam.
yes378http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiba_zakura_german_village/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL058.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL058.flv.jpgShiba-Zakura of German VillageShiba-Zakura of Tokyo German Village (東京ドイツ村の芝桜) is one of the largest scale of Shiba-Zakura Spots in Kanto. About 150,000 Shiba-Zakura flowers creat the art of nature on the grass.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 1,200 yen for Adult, 800 yen for high & Junior school, 600 yen for kids.
There is a group discount.
Open: 9:30 to 20:00 (last entry 19:30)
10 Attraction tickets: 2,500 yen. (save 500 yen)
Dog is only available at Dog Run.
<b>Access </b>
0. at JR Chiba Station.
1. use an express bus to Tokyo Doitsumura.
yes297http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/east_exit_shijuku_station/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL304.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL304.flv.jpgEast Exit of Shijuku StationEast Exit of Shijuku Station (新宿駅東口) is the largest market place in Tokyo. It is the most concentrated shopping district. It has all kinds of major department stores, all kinds of Japanese bland stores, restaurants, convenience stores, first foods, and everything. It is the largest market place is the world.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, you can use restroom at Shinjuku Station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku.
1. walk east.
yes542http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawasaki_daishi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL172.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL172.flv.jpgKawasaki DaishiKawasaki Daishi (川崎大師) is a temple town located in Kawasaki, Kanagawa. Kawasaki Daishi is one of very popular temple in Kanagawa. It is 3rd most popular temple for new year worshipping. Over 2.7 million visitors worship during the new year worshipping. There are two shopping district that leads to the temple. Nakamise Street is filled with many candy stores. Also, Hachiman Shrine has Kanayama Shrine. Kanayama shrine helds Kanamara Matsuri also known as fertility festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. You can use Parking at the station or the temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station.
1. use Keikyu Daishi Line to Kawasaki Daishi.
yes412http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ofuna_flower_center/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL169.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL169.flv.jpgOfuna Flower CenterOfuna Flower Center (フラワーセンター大船植物園) is a flower park located in Fujisawa, Kanagawa. It is a large park with full of all kinds of seasonable flowers. Ume, Sakura, Azalea, Wisteria, Iris and any flowers. There are grass ground for lunch, and great spot for family activities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 350 yen for adult, students 250 yen, high school and senior 100 yen, under junior is free.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:00), Nov. to Feb. 9:00 to 16:00.
Closed: Monday (if the monday is holiday, it closed on Tuesday.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Ofuna.
2. walk west (15 min.)
yes399http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/anyoin_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL170.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL170.flv.jpgAnyoin TempleAnyoin Temple (安養院) is a pure land buddhism temple located in Kamakura. It is very famous for its Azalea. From the end of April to beginning of May, Azalea bloom beautifully. It was dedicated to Minamoto no Yoritomo and found by his wife Hojo Masako. This temple was established1225.
<b>Visior's info.</b>
No parking, no restroom.
Admission: 100 yen.
Open: 8:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. walk south east (20 min.)
yes268http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/azalea_dankazura_oji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL171.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL171.flv.jpgAzalea of Dankazura OjiAzalea of Dankazura Oji (段葛の躑躅) is one of famous Azalea spot in Kanagawa. From the end of April to beginning of May, Azalea bloom beautifully.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. walk east
yes231http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atsugi_azalea_hill/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL173.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL173.flv.jpgAtsugi Azalea HillAtsugi Azalea Hill (あつぎつつじヶ丘公園) is a park of Azalea, located in Atsugi, Kanagawa. There are about 52,000 Azalea trees in this park. From late April to mid May, the beautiful Azalea blooms. It is also popular Sakura spot as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Gate open:10:00 to 18:30 (Apr. to Sep.) to 17:30 (Oct. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Moto Tatsugi Station.
1. use local bus to Morinosato.
2. get off at Morino Sato gochome.
3. walk.
yes306http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujidana_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL174.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL174.flv.jpgFujidana ParkFujidana Park (ふじだな公園) is located in northern Atsugi, Kanagawa pref. There is a large Wisteria table. In the end of April, beautiful Wisteria bloom purple flowers. The smell of Wisteria is also very beautiful. It's quiet. So, you can enjoy relaxing through your eyes, nurse and ears.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Gate open:8:30 to 18:00 (Apr. to Sep.) to 17:00 (Oct. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Moto Tatsugi Station.
1. use local bus to Morinosato.
2. get off at Morino Sato gochome.
3. walk.
yes203http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nanasawa_forest_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL175.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL175.flv.jpgNanasawa Forest ParkNanasawa Forest Park (七沢森林公園) is a huge park with mountain and forest located in Atsugi, Kanagawa pref. It is the 2nd largest forest park in Kanagawa. The park is placed around the mountain, and it has nice walking trail. From the observatory, there is a beautiful landscape. It offers great hiking with lots of nature. There are many seasonable flowers and Autumn leaves. Especially, Phododendron in this park is splendid. There are BBQ station, kid's play ground and many open field. One of the best place to enjoy nature with your family.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Gate open:8:30 to 18:00 (Apr. to Sep.) to 17:00 (Oct. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Moto Tatsugi Station.
1. use local bus to Morinosato.
2. get off at Morino Sato Center or Nanasawa Shinrin Koen.
3. walk.
yes442http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kichijoji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL305.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL305.flv.jpgKichijojiKichijoji (吉祥寺) is the most popular town for living in Tokyo. It was chosen 5 times the best town where people want to live and the best town satisfied by the people who live in. Around the Kichijoji station, there are many different type of shopping district, including all major department stores, huge electric stores, fashion, foods, restaurants, bars and everything people needs for all generation and genders. Kichijoji not only offers great aspects of major city, but it has also a beautiful nature just around the station.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking on the street, and restroom at the park and the station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kichijoji.
yes528http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asagaya_pearl_center/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL306.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL306.flv.jpgAsagaya Pearl CenterAsagaya Pearl Center (阿佐ヶ谷パールセンター) is a shopping street with an arcade, or Shotengai in Japanese. Shotengai is Japanese style life support system for civilians. This arcade street is about 1km and there are many restaurants, food stands, vegetable stores, clothing shops, meat shop and any kinds of daily glossary stores. In August, it has excellent Tanabata Festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no restroom or parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Asagaya Station.
2. walk south.
yes369http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gokurakuji_sum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL176.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL176.flv.jpgGokurakuji SammarizedGokurakuji Station (極楽寺駅) is located south-west of Kamakura. There are many old and classic temples in this area. So, it is very great place to strolling around with temples and nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. You can borrow restroom at some temples.
This strolling takes about 2 hours.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use Enoden Line to Gokurakuji.
yes402http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanda_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL307.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL307.flv.jpgKanda MatsuriKanda Matsuri (神田祭) is one of 3 major Matsuri (Gion Matsuri, Tenjin Matsuri) in Japan. It is also considered as one of 3 Major Edo Matsuri. It is held in the nearest weekends from May 15, at Kanda Shrine. About 36 Mikoshi from all towns around Kanda shrine parade around Akihabara, Nihonbashi, Kanda and Marunouchi to Kanda shrine. At the Kanda Shrine, Mikoshi and carriers receive ritual reception and worshipping. Thousands of people carry Mikoshi and 100 thousands of people enjoy watching this Matsuri.
It only happens every other years. Next one will be 2015.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Matsuri is held the nearest weekend of May 15.
Video is taken on Sunday.
No parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchi Line to Ochanomizu.
2. walk north.
yes396http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/komyoji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL177.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL177.flv.jpgKomyojiKomyoji (光明寺) is Pure Land Buddhism Temple located in Kamakura. It is one of the very popular temple in Kamakura because of its historical value and large buildings. Komyoji was established in 1243 by Priest Nenna. Priest Nenna was the 3rd high-priest of Pure Land Buddhism, and 4th governor of Kamakura, Hojo Tsunetoki, invited him at Kamakura and asked him to establish Komyoji temple. Therefore, Komyoji was highly respected by Hojo clan of Kamakura. The gate and the main hall are largest ones in Kamakura and have great historical value. There are beautiful Lotus pond and dry garden.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
No admission.
Open: 08:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use local bus to Komyojimae.
1. walk (30 min.)
yes277http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amanawa_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL178.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL178.flv.jpgAmanawa ShrineAmanawa Shrine (甘縄神明宮) is the oldest shrine in Kamakura. It was established in 710 by Someya Tokitada.
Legend said, the leader of Genji, Minamoto no Yoriyoshi prayed his son's safe birth, then Minamoto no Yoshiie was born. He donated the building in 1081. Therefore, this shrine was highly respected by Samura and Shogun.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use Enoden Line to Yuigahama.
2. walk north-west.
yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daibutsu_kiritoshi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL179.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL179.flv.jpgDaibutsu KiritoshiDaibutsu Kiritoshi (大仏切通) is one of old 7 entrance to Kamakura. It was constructed around 1241 to 1250. It appears at first in 1624, and believed that it was existed from Kamakura period. It is registered as national historic site. Current structure was constructed in 1879. Today, it is one of the popular hiking spot in Kamakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
It is located on Daibutsu Trail course at Kamakura.
15 min. from Hase Station.
yes272http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yushima_seido/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL308.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL308.flv.jpgYushima SeidoYushima Seido (湯島聖堂) is a historical site located in Kanda, Tokyo. It was built by 5th Tokugawa Shogun, Tsunayoshi, in 1690 as private school. In 1797, it became the direct school of Edo Government. In 1871, the school was closed and it became the ministry of Education. Today, it is registered as a national historical site. It is still respected as the sacred place of education. Many people still visit here to pray their educational success. Most of building were lost, but Nyuutokumon gate built in 1704 is the original structure. The entire site of Yushima Seido is the same as it was used to be Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but restroom.
Admission: Free.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (16:00 in Winter)
Taishoden open on weekend and holiday.
Closed on the middle of August and New Year's days.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchi Line to Ochanomizu station.
2. walk south.
yes328http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimokitazawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL310.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL310.flv.jpgShimokitazawaShimokitazawa (下北沢), a.k.a. "Shimokita," is the city of youth located west side of Tokyo Metro. It is very famous for the city of Japanese Indies' Music, amateur bands, theatrical play and comedy show. There are many theaters and music venues. Many famous musicians and comedians started their careers at Shimokita. Also, there are many interesting bar and Izakaya around the station. Shimokita is also very famous for used clothing's for young girls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Most of the spots are located south side of the station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Inokashira Line to Shimokitazawa Station.
yes582http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shibuya_kagoshima_ohara_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL309.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL309.flv.jpgShibuya Kagoshima Ohara MatsuriShibuya Kagoshima Ohara Matsuri (渋谷鹿児島おはら祭) is one of Dance parade in Tokyo. It is held in the middle of May in Shibuya. There are thousands of dancers perform "Shibuya Ondo" and "Oharabushi." Oharabushi is one of Bon Odori Dance in Kagoshima. There is Kagoshima's Food and Sake shops during the festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parade at Dogenzaka Street. and Bukamura St.
The street will be closed.
It is held in late May.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. walk west.
yes301http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakone_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL180.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL180.flv.jpgHakone ShrineHakone Shrine (箱根神社) is one of the main feature of Hakone, Kanagawa Pref. Legend said, it was established in the period of 5th Emperor Kosho (2,400 years ago). In Nara Period (8th century), Priest Mangan built temple and enshrined Shansho Gongen. At the top of Mt. Komagatake, there is a sacred deep shrine of Hakone Shrine. In Kamakura period, Minamoto no Yoritomo, first Shogun of Bushi, highly respected this shrine. During the Edo period, because Hakone is an important on Tokaido road, many people worship this shrine for their travel safety. Today, it is still very popular shrine in Japan.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Hakone Line to Hakone Yumoto.
2. use Izu Hakone Bus to Motohakone.
3. walk west (10 min.)
yes433http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/onshi_hakone_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL181.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL181.flv.jpgOnshi Hakone ParkOnshi Hakone Park (恩賜箱根公園) is located in the small peninsula in Lake Ashi. It was used to be the imperial summer resort house. It has a great view of Lake Ashi and Mt. Fuji. There 8 excellent views in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission free.
There is a free museum.
Parking: 7:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use local bus to Onshihakonekoen.
yes368http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakone_sekisho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL182.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL182.flv.jpgHakone SekishoHakone Sekisho (箱根関所) is one of historical sites of Hakone. It is the restored ruins of Hakone Sekisho Gate of Tokaido Road. Tokaido is the road that connects Edo and Kyoto. Hakone Sekisyo was the border of Kanto-Edo and western countries. Therefore, Hakone was the entrance of Edo, and Sekisho was very important security system. Sekisho controlled all the travelers, imports and exports. They seriously controlled incoming guns and out going Daimyo's wife. Today, all of the office buildings are restored as they are used to be, and represent the life and scenes of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 250 yen for 250 yen. There is a group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (closed 16:30 from Dec. to Feb) Last entry 30min. before its close.
Ticket also available for the museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Local Bus to Hakonesekisho mae.
yes331http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakone_cedar_avenue/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL183.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL183.flv.jpgCedar ave. of HakoneCedar ave. of Hakone Old Tokaido Road is one of the great historic site of Tokaido Road. It was built in 1619 by Tokugawa Ieyasu. These Cedar are also planted by Tokugawa Ieyasu. He planted to provide the shade to the travelers. There are 420 cedar trees still remains. Many famous Samurai used this road to travel between Edo and Osaka. The view of this road is still preserved in a great condition. You can enjoy strolling the pass of Japanese history.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use local bus to Onshi Hakone koen mae.
yes270http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_warabimochi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT133.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT133.flv.jpgHow to cook WarabimochiWarabimochi (わらび餅) is very popular Japanese sweets. It is Mochi, made from Warabi Starch, and flavored with Kinako, crunched Soy Beans with sugar, and black sugar syrup. Legend said, Emperor Daigo loved this sweets. Therefore, it's been very popular for all time in Japan. Nara and Kyoto have many Warabimochi Shops.
yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_somin_champuru/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT134.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT134.flv.jpgHow to cook Somin ChampuruSomin Champuru (ソーミンチャンプルー) is one of the local noodle of Okinawa. It's a grilled Somen Noolde with Chive and Tuna Flakes. Somin is Okinawa dialect for Somen Noodle. It is very easy and tasty noodle, especially great for summer.
yes308http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ojirogawa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL066.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL066.flv.jpgOjirogawa ValleyOjirogawa Valley (尾白川渓谷) is located in Minami Apls, Yamanashi pref. There is a great hiking course with many beautiful waterfalls. The pure water from Minami Apls in this valley is chosen as the 100 best water in Japan. The water has a beautiful emerald green color. The trekking course is very difficult spots and steep ways. It is great hiking spots for new green leaves in early summer and beautiful Koyo in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Takes 1 hr. 30 min. from parking.
Very difficult pass. Need shoes for trekking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use Route 20 and go west to 614. Travel to Hakusyu Kanko Ojiro Camping space.
yes402http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ojirogawa_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL067.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL067.flv.jpgOjirogawa Fudo FallsFudo Falls (尾白川渓谷不動滝) is one of the waterfalls of Ojirogawa Valley. Ojirogawa Valley is located in Minami Alps, Yamanashi. It is about 25m tall great waterfalls. Legend said, one of Syugendo person practice Takigyo here. He climbed up to Mt. Komagatake after practice at this falls. Later, a rock under the falls shaped into man's face. That face looks like the Syugendo person.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Takes 1 hr. 30 min. from parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use Route 20 and go west to 614. Travel to Hakusyu Kanko Ojiro Camping space.
yes229http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jinja_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL068.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL068.flv.jpgJinja FallsJinja Falls (神蛇滝) is one of the waterfalls of Ojirogawa Valley. It is three steps waterfalls found by priest.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Takes 1 hr. from parking.
Very difficult pass. Need shoes for trekking.
You can't access to the basin.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use Route 20 and go west to 614. Travel to Hakusyu Kanko Ojiro Camping space.
yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asahi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL069.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL069.flv.jpgAsahi FallsAsahi Falls (旭滝) is one of waterfalls located in Ojirogawa Valley, Yamanashi Pref. In the morning, the sun light strike this falls and makes beautiful rainbow.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Takes 30min. from parking.
Very difficult pass. Need shoes for tracking.
You can't access to the basin.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use Route 20 and go west to 614. Travel to Hakusyu Kanko Ojiro Camping space.
yes102http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koenji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL311.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL311.flv.jpgKoenjiKoenji is (高円寺) located in westside of Tokyo Metro. It is very comfortable city to live because it has many Shotengai. It has also many used clothing stores. So, it is considered as the city of youth.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Koenji.
yes381http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/roppongi_station/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL312.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL312.flv.jpgRoppongi StationRoppongi Station (六本木駅) is very famous for its deepness. Hibiya Line's station is not so special, but Oedoline's Station is located really deep under the ground... or is it?
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You have to buy a ticket to see how it's deep.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ginza Station.
1. use Hibiya Line to Roppoing.
2. walk down 5 min.
yes234http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gumyoji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL184.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL184.flv.jpgGumyojiGumyoji (弘明寺) is located in southern Yokohama, Kanagawa prefecture. It has a huge Shopping street that is also the leading street of Gumyoji temple. Gumyoji temple is the oldest temple in Yokohama. So, that unique leading street of Gumyoji has an arcade with many stores. It's the mixture of modern and oldest in Yokohama. In the shopping district, there are many clothing stores for middle age women.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Yokohama Blue Line to Gumyoji.
yes451http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/izumo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN001.flv.jpgIzumoIzumo (出雲) is located eastern Shimane Prefecture. It is one of the most popular tourist spot in Japan because of the grand shrine of Izumo, Izumo Oyashiro in Japanese. Izumo Oyashiro is the top shrine of all 8 million Japanese gods, and appears in Japanese Myth. It enshrines Okuninushi no Okami, the leader of Japanese gods and founder of the nation who offers the nation to Amaterasu Omikami, the ancestor of the imperial family. Therefore, it is considered as the most important shrine in the history of Japan. Today, it is very popular shrine for matchmaking. Many people worship Izumo Shrine for their own matchmaking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
How to worship Izumo Oyashiro:
2 bows, 4 claps, pray and bow.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Izumoshi Station.
1. use IchiHatakita Line to Kawato Station.
2. change line to Izumo Oyashiromae Station.
3. walk north (7 min.)
yes541http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/izumo_oyashiro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN002.flv.jpgIzumo OyashiroThe grand shrine of Izumo, Izumo Oyashiro, (出雲大社) is one of the most important shrines in Japan. It is located in Izumo, Shimane Prefecture. Izumo Oyashiro enshrines Okuninushi no Okami, also known as Daikoku-sama. Okuninushi is the founder of the nation of Japan and the head of all gods in Japan. In Myth, he handed the nation over to the ancestor of the Imperial family. This famous transfer is called "Kuniyuzuri." Kuniyuzuri is considered as the most important event in Japanese Myth. Today, Izumo Oyashiro is very famous for matchmaking for both business and personal. Many people worship Izumo Oyashiro to pray their success, happiness, family wealth and health.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking.
Open: 6:00 to 20:00
Museum: 150 yen
How to worship:
2 bows, 4 claps, pray and bow.
Don't toss coin up to Shimenawa.
Don't walk center of any pass because it's the pass of Gods.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Izumoshi Station.
1. use IchiHatakita Line to Kawato Station.
2. change line to Izumo Oyashiromae Station.
3. walk north (7 min.)
yes343http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsue/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN003.flv.jpgMatsueMatsue (松江) is a castle town with real castle and real Samurai House located in eastern Shimane Prefecture. Matsue Castle is one of 12 existent remanning castles built in 1611. It is the real Samurai Castle. There is also the residence of Samurai with real Samurai House. Matsue Offers the real buildings of Samurai that survived over 400 years.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It's very useful to have all combined ticket for the Castle and Samurai House.
<b>Access</b>
0. Izumoshi Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to Matsue.
2. use bus to Matsue Castle.
yes481http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsue_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN004.flv.jpgMatsue CastleMatsue Castle(松江城) is one of 12 existed remaining castles located in Matsue, Shimane. It was constructed in 1611 by Horio Tadauji. Even it was built early Edo period, Tensyu takes the old style of Japanese Castles. Tensyu is 4 layers 5 stories plus basement building. The height of Tensyu including stone basement is about 30m tall. Because of its historical value, Matsue Castle is designated as national historic sie, and chosen as one of 100 best Japanese castles and 100 best Sakura spots. There are also stone walls and moat are preserved in original constructions. Yagura and walls are recently reconstructed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 550 yen for adult, 280 yen for kids. For foreigners, 280 yen for adult and 140 yen for kids.
Open: 8:30 to 18:30 (last entry 18:00) From Oct. to March 31, close at 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. Izumoshi Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to Matsue.
2. use bus to Matsue Castle.
yes346http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsue_samurai_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN005.flv.jpgMatsue Samurai HouseMatsue Samurai House (松江武家屋敷) is a remaining original Samurai House located in Matsue, Shimane Pref. It was constructed in 1733. It preserves great condition of original building. The owner of this house was middle rank Samurai who took 600 koku. This Samurai house is one of few remaining Samurai House that preserved almost complete structure of original building. Therefore, it shows the serious life and restricted rule of Samurai life. It displays all kinds of life materials of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, and 150 yen for under junior and foreigners.
Open:
Apr. to Sep: 8:30 to 18:30 (Last entry 18:10)
Oct. to Mar: 8:30 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:40)
<b>Access</b>
0. Izumoshi Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to Matsue.
2. use bus to Matsue Castle.
3. walk north.
yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryuzu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN006.flv.jpgRyuzu FallsRyuzu Falls (龍頭ヶ滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Shimane. There are two waterfalls: Odaki and Medaki. Odaki is 40m tall and you can see falls from the behind.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
10 min. from parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive 40km to the south from Izumo.
yes153http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yashio_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN007.flv.jpgYashio FallsYashio Falls (八汐滝・八塩滝) is one of Yae Falls located Unnan, Shimane Prefecture. Yae and Ryuzu Falls around this area are chosen as one of 100 best waterfalls. There are two waterfalls and 40m tall in total.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive 40km to the south from Izumo.
yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukagawa_edo_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL313.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL313.flv.jpgFukagawa Edo MuseumFukagawa Edo Museum (深川江戸資料館) is a museum that restores the building of Edo period. It is located in Fukagawa, Tokyo. The exhibitions of Fukagawa Edo Museum are interactive so that you can enjoy traveling to Edo period. Not only they restore the buildings, but also it restores real life of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Admission: 400 yen for Adult, 50 yen for under junior. There is a group discount.
Open: 9:30 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Closed: 2nd and 4th Monday.
Caution: Kids are not allowed to step up to the room. You can play all props., but please be very careful.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ryogoku Station.
1. use Toei Oedo Line to Morishita.
2. walk east (5 min.)
yes382http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akihabara_vending_machine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL314.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL314.flv.jpgAkihabara Vending MachineAkihabara Vending Machine (秋葉原自動販売機) is very famous for its uniqueness. There are many unique, strange or weird stuff they sales at vending machines. Especially, Oden Can is the most popular food you can buy at the vending machines of Akihabara. It has also Ramen can as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking but restroom in somewhere.
The last spots is located south side of Kanda River.
<b>Access</b>
It's all around west side of Akihabara Station.
yes446http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/meij_univ_criminal_musiam/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL315.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL315.flv.jpgMeij Unv. Criminal MuseumMeij University Museum Criminal Materials (明治大学博物館・刑事部門) is a historical museum of traditional craft works and Japanese archeology that displays all kinds of police and justice related materials of Edo period, pre-modern era. It is one of zone of Meiji University Museum located in Tokyo. The exhibitions of this criminal zone are the tools of arresting criminals, investigations, punishments and executions. The purpose of these exhibitions is for studying Japanese history and classic culture, and understanding the right idea of human's right. the Guillotine and Iran maiden are only displayed here in Japan.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
Open: 10:00 to 17:00
There are a week close in August and end of the year.
Admission: Free.
Criminal Material Zone is located underground leve B2.
<b>Access</b>
0. Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ochanomizu.
2. walk South (5 min.)
yes499http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nageiredo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO001.flv.jpgNageiredoNageiredo (投入堂) is a inner sanctuary of Mitokusan Sanbutsuji temple. It is the most popular spot in Tottori pref. The building of Nageiredo is constructed under the cave of hard cliff. It was constructed in about 1,000 years ago. Because its unique structure and historic value, Nageiredo is registered as the national treasure of Japan. The temple's record said, Sanbutsuji was established in 706. Because of its rich history, there are many historical assets. Nageiredo is located on the Mt. Mikoku, and it pass leading to Nageiredo is Shugendo. Therefore, it requires hard climbing cliffs and dangerous mountain road. This Shugendo let Shugenja experience the reincarnation.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 600 yen for adult, 300 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Open: 8:00 to 15:00
You can buy Waraji for climbing shoes.
Caution: Because the pass to Nageiredo requires hard climbing. You must wear trekking shoes, and light clothing. It will be closed in rain and snow.
Cannot enter alone. If you are alone traveler, you must wait until other visitors, and must climb with them.
No fire, no food, no garbage, no pet. Be quiet.
This is Shugendo, so clothing must be simple and skirt, ski pole are not allowed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kurayoshi Station.
1. use Local Bus to Mitokusanteramae (40 min.)
yes449http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tendaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG012.flv.jpgTendaki FallsTendaki Falls (天滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Hyogo prefecture. It is about 98m tall waterfalls. Tendaki is the main feature of Tendaki Valley. This valley has also many other beautiful waterfalls. Ten means the heaven. It was named because of its great height. Tendaki is also one of Tajima Three Major Falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Takes 1 hour from parking. The road needs at least light trekking shoes.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Sanin Line Yoka Station.
1. use Zentan Bus to Ooya. (50 min.)
2. change line to Tendakiguchi (10 min.)
yes153http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/saruo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG013.flv.jpgSaruo FallsSaruo Falls (猿尾滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Hyogo prefecture. It is two-step waterfalls 60m in total. The upper falls is 39m tall, and lower falls is 21m. Saruo literary means the tail of monkey. It was named because the shape of the falls looks like the tail of monkey.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
5 min. from parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Sanin Line Yoka Station.
1. use Zentan Bus to Hikage. (45 min.)
2. walk (20 min.)
yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amedaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO003.flv.jpgAmedaki FallsAmedaki Falls (雨滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Tottori. It is 40m tall straight waterfalls. It was used to be practice place for Shugendo. Legend said, this water has a power to heal skin. Around the falls, there are 48 other waterfalls. It is also surrounded by beautiful green nature that offers great Koyo in Autumn and peaceful green in early summer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Sanin Tottori Station.
1. use Hinomaru Bus to last stop (1 hr.)
2. walk 40 (min.)
Car, 5 min. from Parking
yes153http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daisen_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO002.flv.jpgDaisen FallsDaisen Falls (大山滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Tottori. It is located east side of Mt. Daisen. It was used to be 3-step waterfalls, but today it only remains one fall. It is 28m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The road to the fall is very nice. However, it is hard road and requires cliff climbing with ropes.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
yes252http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hara_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG014.flv.jpgHara-Fudo FallsHara-Fudo Falls (原不動滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Hyogo. It is 3-step waterfalls and 88m high in total. The waterfalls is surrounded by beautiful nature that has beautiful Koyo in Autumn. There are many beautiful waterfalls around this falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids.
Open: 8:00 to 17:00
About 10 min. from the parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use route 29
yes156http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nihonji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL059.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL059.flv.jpgNihonji TempleNihonji Temple is one of the oldest temple in Kanto located in Chiba Boso Peninsula. It was established in 725 by Priest Gyoki. Nihonji is also known as Mt. Nokogiri that is one of the most popular spot in Kanto. Nihonji is also very famous for its Ajisai, Hydrangea. About 20,000 Ajisai trees are planted in this temple. From the middle of June to early July, they bloom beautiful flowers. There are many buddhist statue including Daibutsu and Rakan. Daibutsu is 31m tall. From the top of Mt. Nokogiri it has a great view of Boso Peninsula and Tokyo Bay.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
Admission fee: 600 yen for adult, and 400 yen kids.
There is free parking at the bottom of temple.
You can use the ropeway to visit the top of the mountain, but the great Buddha is located in the lower part of the mountain. Using the ropeway, exit on Hanakanaya Station.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Kisarazu Station
2. use JR Uchibo Line to Hota (38 min.)
3. walk north (30 min.)
4. use also the ferry from Kurihama, Yokosuka is convenient.
yes459http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/another_asakusa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL316.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL316.flv.jpgAnother AsakusaAnother Asakusa (裏浅草). Asakusa has not only Sensoji temple and Nakamise, there are many interesting spots around Sensoji. Do you know: the world famous golden object on the side of Sumida River is Asahi Art Square? there is a retro Shopping district underground? there are many shopping streets? there is Sake Soft Cream? Asakusa has many interesting shops especially great spots to by Kimono clothing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Sake Ice Cream is located on the east side of Nakamise Street.
Nishisando is located west side of Sensoji Temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakuska Station.
1. walk around.
yes598http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/somen_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG015.flv.jpgSomen FallsSomen Falls (そうめん滝) is located in Shiso, Hyogo prefecture. It is small but beautiful waterfalls. When the amount of water is large, it will become very strong waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Located in Route 29.
yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakuryu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG016.flv.jpgHakuryu FallsHakuryu Falls (白龍の滝) is located in Shiso, Hyogo Pref. It means waterfalls of white dragon. The real name of the falls is Fudo Falls, but because it looks like white dragon rising to the sky, it was named so. It is 12m tall and 98m long waterfalls. In winter, this waterfalls sometimes frozen up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use route 29 to route 429. Park at Forest Station Haga.
yes164http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amedaki_nunobiki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO005.flv.jpgAmedaki Nunobiki Falls Amedaki Nunobiki Falls (布引の滝) is one of waterfalls of Amedaki valley located in eastern Tottori prefecture. It is about 30m tall waterfalls. The water of the falls is underground water. So, the amount of the water would not change by the weather.
<b>Touris Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Sanin Tottori Station.
1. use Hinomaru Bus to last stop (1 hr.)
2. walk 40 (min.)
Car, 5 min. from Parking
yes83http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ayugaeri_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO004.flv.jpgAyugaeri FallsAyugaeri Falls (鮎返り滝) is located in Mt. Daisen. It is small waterfalls. In the same valley, there is Daisen Falls that is chosen as 100 best Japanese waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The road to the fall is very nice. However, it is hard road and requires cliff climbing with ropes.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
yes96http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gujo_odori_aoyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL317.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL317.flv.jpgGujo Odori in AoyamaGujo Odori in Aoyama (郡上おどりin青山) is one of the exciting Bon Odori Matsuri in Tokyo. It is held in the end of Aoyama, Tokyo. Gujo Odori is very famous Bon Odori of Gifu prefecture. There are 10 kinds of Bon Odori in Gujo, and you can enjoy dancing them at this Matsuri. Thousands of people join and enjoy Gujo Odori Dance in Aoyama. Also, it has shops that sales the local foods and products from Gujo.
Tourist Info.
It is held in the end of June (most likely the last weekend of June.)
Two days.
Food festival starts around 13:00.
Dance lecture starts at 15:30.
Dancing starts at 16:00
Finish at 19:00 to 19:30.
Access
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Ginza Line to Gaienmae Station.
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes443http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_sakura_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL060.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL060.flv.jpgAjisai at Sakura Castle Sakura Castle (佐倉城趾のアジサイ) is a ruins of Japanese castle located in Sakura, Chiba. It is one of Hydrangea spots in Chiba. Around a pond, there are beautiful Hydrangea.
Tourist Info.
There is parking and restroom.
Access
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Sakura (14 min.)
2. walk (30 min.) yes202http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iris_pond_sakura_caslte/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL061.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL061.flv.jpgThe Iris Pond in Sakura Caslte The Iris Pond in Sakura Caslte (佐倉城趾菖蒲田) is one of the popular Iris spots in Chiba. There are 46 kinds 9,000 Iris flowers bloom in the beginning of June to the end of June.
Tourist Info.
There is parking and restroom.
Access
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Sakura (14 min.)
2. walk (30 min.) yes222http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iriya_asagao_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL319.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL319.flv.jpgIriya Asagao MatsuriIriya Asagao Matsuri (入谷朝顔まつり) is one of Summer festival held in Ueno, Tokyo. Asagao is Japanese Morning Glory. There are about 120 shops and other 100 food stands in this Matsuri. Asagao has uncountable kinds of flowers, so you can find any Asagao you like. Every year, about 400 thousands visitors enjoy this Matsuri.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Period: July 6 7 & 8.
Time: 6:00 to 23:00
Location: the street in front of Iriya Kisibojin Temple.
Road will be closed for pedestrians free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Hibiya Station to Iriya.
2. walk (1 min.)
yes326http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iriya_asagao_ondo_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL318.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL318.flv.jpgIriya Asagao Ondo MatsuriIriya Asagao Ondo Matsuri (入谷朝顔音頭まつり) is a Bon Odori Dance Festival held during Iriya Asagao Market. It happens in July 6 7 & 8. There is Yagura, and people play drums for the dancing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
Free drink served for dancers.
Dance starts at 19:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Hibiya Station to Iriya.
2. walk (1 min.)
yes252http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanagisawa_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL058.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL058.flv.jpgSanagisawa Fudo FallsSanagisawa Fudo Falls (蛹沢不動滝) is waterfalls located in Chichibu. It is about 18m tall waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Located on route 140 located under loop bridge.
yes115http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyokezawa_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL057.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL057.flv.jpgOyokezawa Fudo FallsOyokezawa Fudo Falls (大除沢不動滝) is one of the great waterfalls located in Chichibu, Saitama. It is 3-step waterfalls 50m tall in total. In the winter, this falls might frozen up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Located on route 140 located under loop bridge.
yes340http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuroyama_three_waterfals/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL059.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL059.flv.jpgKuroyama Three WaterfalsKuroyama Three Waterfals (黒山三滝) is one of the popular waterfalls located in Ogose, Saitama. There are three waterfalls, Tengu Falls, Odaki Falls and Medaki Falls. Kuroyama (Mt. Kuro) was used to be Shugendo place. The temple was established in 1398 and these three waterfalls are considered as Nachi Falls and Shingu in Kumano.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ogose Station.
1. use Local bust to Kuroyama.
yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/totoro_mt_hachikoku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL322.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL322.flv.jpgTotoros forest - Mt. HachikokuMt. Hachikoku (八国山) is one of Sayama Hills located in Tokyo. It is a mountain with huge forest. This forest of Mt. Hachikoku is one of motifs of the movie "My Neighbor, Totoro." There are many place that appears in the movie in this mountain. It has about 2km long trail to enjoy a beautiful forest with many birds and insects. Hakkoku means 8 nations because it could see all 8 nations from this mountain.
Tourist Info.
There is no parking, but there is restroom.
No fire in this forest.
Access
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use Seibu Shinjuku Line to Higashimurayaam.
2. change line to Seibu Seibuen Line to Seibuen (5 min.)
yes436http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukishima_kusaichi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL320.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL320.flv.jpgTsukishima KusaichiTsukishima Kusaichi (月島草市) is a typical summer Matsuri held in Tsukishima Island, Tokyo. It happens in 2nd weekend of July that is considered as Obon in Tokyo. There are about 150 shops opens in the main street of Tsukishima. All those shops are run by local stores of Tsukishima and students in this area. There are varous kinds of foods you can enjoy and many Matsuri games for an entertainment.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Time: 2nd Sat. and Sun. of July at Nishinaka Street.
<b>Access</b>
at Roppongi Station.
1. use Toei Oedo Line to Tsukishima.
Walk (2 min.)
yes290http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukudajima_nenbutsu_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL321.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL321.flv.jpgTsukudajima Nenbutsu OdoriTsukudajima Nenbutsu Odori (佃島念仏踊り) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri in Tokyo. It happens at Tsukudajima Island Tokyo Bay. The dance of Tsukudajima Nenbutsu Odori is the only one that survivied through the Edo period. Therefore, the dance and song has not changed for over 300 years. This is the oldest Bon Odori Dance in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Time: July 13, 14 and 15.
From: 19:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Roppongi Station.
1. use Toei Oedo Line to Tsukishima.
Walk (2 min.)
yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/subashiri_sengen_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI084.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI084.flv.jpgSubashiri Sengen ShrineSubashiri Sengen Shrine (須走浅間神社) is the east side entrance of Mt. Fuji. The official name is Fujisan Higashiguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine (東口本宮冨士浅間神社). It was established in 807. In 802, Mt. Fuji erupted. The governor of Subashiri built an altar and prayed for the end of eruption. Then, in the same year, Mt. Fuji stopped its volcanic activity. People built a shrine at the altar. In Edo period, Subashiri became one of the popular climbing route of Mt. Fuji. Sengen Shrine became the post town and developed with the faith of Mt. Fuji. Today, it is registered as one of UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is free historical museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gotenba Station.
1. use Local bust to lake Kawaguchi, and get off at Subashiri Sengen Jinjamae.
yes356http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suyama_sengen_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI085.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI085.flv.jpgSuyama Sengen ShrineSuyama Sengen Shrine (須山浅間神社) is one of Sengen Shrine located southern Mt. Fuji. It is registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was established in 110 by the order of Yamato Takeru no Mikoto. There was a southern climbing route of Mt. Fuji and this was the entrance before the eruption. Therefore, it is highly respected for the faith of Mt. Fuji. Many Samurai and Daimyo, such as Takeda Shingen are also highly respected this shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and Restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Locate on route 469 around Susono city Suyama.
yes169http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/totoro_forest_mt_rokudo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL326.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL326.flv.jpgTotoros forest - Mt. RokudoTotoro's forest Mt. Rokudo(トトロの森・六道山) is a beautiful mountain with forest located in Tokyo. The forest has the excellent natures, trees, animals, birds and insects. There are many hiking course to enjoy this beautiful nature. This forest is one of the motif of the movide "My Neighbor Totoro." This is a great spot for hiking, birdwatching and all kinds of seasonable flowers. Also, green leaves in early Summer, and Koyo for late Autumn are breathtaking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom everywhere.
Some of parking closed at early evening, so make sure the time of gate closing.
No Fire. No Smoking. No trash can, take all your trash with you.
<b>Access</b>
0. Use bus from Tachikawa Station, Hakonegasaki Station, Higashiyamatoshi Station.
1. Exit at Yokota, Choenji, Mine, Mitsuki, Kishi, Tonogaya, Ishibata chusyajo.
yes458http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/house_of_kurosuke/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL060.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL060.flv.jpgThe House of KurosukeThe House of Kurosuke (クロスケの家) is an over 100 years old traditional house located Sayama, Saitama. It is the office of National Trust Totoro Fund. Around this area is the place of the movie "My Neighbor Totoro." Kurosuke is the Japanese name of "Black Soots" in the movie. This house represents the life of old time Tokyo and preserve the scenery of early Showa era. There is also Kura, the storage and Tea Factory. There are many experiencing making tea and wooden crafts at this facilities. There are many original Totoro Goods that you can buy only here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Open: Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Time: 10:00 to 15:00
Admission is free but please donate some money for keeping and fixing this historical building.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Seibu Line Kotesashi Station.
1. use bus to Dainichido.
2. walk (5 min.)
Closest parking is Lake Sayama Daiichi Parking.
yes244http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yutenji_mitama_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL324.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL324.flv.jpgYutenji Mitama MatsuriYutenji Mitama Matsuri (祐天寺み魂まつり) is a Bon Odori Masuri held in the middle of July. There is two periods of Bon Odori: For Kids Bon Odori Dance and for Adult Bon Odori Dance. There are also many Matsuri Shops. There are many exciting Local Bon Odori here. So, it is very fun to join.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
July 16, 17 and 18.
Kids: around 17:00 to 19:00
Adult: 19:00 to 20:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Yutenji Station.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes362http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sugamo_station_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL323.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL323.flv.jpgSugamo Station Bon OdoriSugamo Station Bon Odori (巣鴨駅前盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri happens in the middle of July at Sugamo Station. There is a huge Yagura Dance Stage and many Matsuri shops for foods open for this Matsuri. It is one of the best Matsuri in Sugamo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
There are Food Stands.
Middle of July from 19:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Sugamo Station.
2. walk south.
yes239http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kishibojin_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL325.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL325.flv.jpgKishibojin Bon OdoriKishibojin Bon Odori (鬼子母神盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri happens at Kishibojin temple in Tokyo. It is very easy Bon Odori that every one can join. There are also many Matsuri shops for foods and entertainments for kids. They play very typical songs such as Tankobushi or Tokyo Ondo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Time: 19:00 to 21:00
At the middle of July.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station.
1. use Fukutoshin Line to Zoshigaya.
2. walk (2 min.)
yes335http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanjo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK020.flv.jpgSanjo FallsSanjo Falls (三条の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Oze, Fukushima. It is 30m wide and 100m tall dynamic waterfalls with a large amount of water. Sanjo Falls is one of the most popular spot in Oze. Sanjo means 3 lines because when there is not much water, the falls has 3 separate falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restoom.
<b>Access</b>
It is located in Oze. Nearest parking is Miike entrance. There is a bus from Aizukogenozeguchi Station.
yes253http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiraname_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK021.flv.jpgHiraname FallsHiraname Falls (平滑ノ滝) is one of waterfalls located in Oze, Fukushima. It is a giant water side. Hiraname falls is farmed on a huge granite rock, and the entire length does 400m.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restoom.
<b>Access</b>
It is located in Oze. Nearest parking is Miike entrance. There is a bus from Aizukogenozeguchi Station.
yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miharu_ozegahara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK022.flv.jpgMiharu of OzegaharaMiharu of Ozegahara (尾瀬ケ原) is the most famous spot of Oze, Fukushima. Oze is one of the most popular hiking spot in Kanto Region. Oze is located at the boarder of Fukushima and Gunma Prefecture. Ozegahara is a marshland and forest located high up in the mountain. The altitude Ozegahara is 1,400m from the sea level. Because of its rich nature, it is designated as national park and natural monument. There are many beautiful mountain flowers, wild animals and birds. The water is so pure and it offers great hiking with nature. The view of Oze is also registered as 100 views of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There are two wooden passes for trekking. Walk on the right pass.
Miharu site has a mountain house where you can buy some food, drink.
Take all garbage with you. There are bears, so be careful.
100 yen for restroom.
There is camping place at Miharu.
<b>Access</b>
It is located in Oze. Nearest parking is Miike entrance. There is a bus from Aizukogenozeguchi Station.
yes282http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mokake_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK023.flv.jpgMokake FallsMokake Falls (モーカケの滝) is one of waterfalls located near Oze, Fukushima. It is about 40m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Located on route 352 just before Oze Miike parking.
yes87http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kagurazaka_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL327.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL327.flv.jpgKagurazaka MatsuriKagurazaka Matsuri (神楽坂まつり) is one of summer festival held in Kagurazaka, Tokyo. There are many events such as winter cherry market and Awaodori Parade. It happens around the end of July. Matsuri goes for 4 days. During Hozuki ichi, the winter cherry markets, there are many Matsuri shops opens as well. It has also Yukata contest. At the last days, Awaodori parade is held at Kagurazaka. There are about 20 dance team perform Awaodori. It is one of the great Japanese summer Matsuri in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Period: 4 days around the last weekend of July.
Awaodori happens at 7 p.m.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Sobu Line to Iidabashi.
2. walk west.
yes316http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ebisu_station_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL328.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL328.flv.jpgEbisu Station Bon OdoriEbisu Station Bon Odori (恵比寿駅前盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri held in the end of July at Tokyo. At the westside of Ebisu Station, a huge Yagura Stage will be built and about 60,000 people enjoy dancing Bon Odori. It has many exciting Ebisu Bon Odori, and all of them are so exciting.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
There is Yagura. There is free drink after the dance.
Weekend of the end of July. For two days.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Ebisu.
yes429http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashiwa_local_delicacy/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL062.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL062.flv.jpgKashiwa local delicacyKashiwa's local delicacy (柏ご当地グルメ)! Kashiwa is located in northern Chiba prefecture. It is one of the major city in Chiba. MLJ introduce three Kashiwa's local delicacies: Kazanyaki. Millefille Katsu Burger. White Gyoza. When you are in Kashiwa, check them out. They are so tasty.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Most of the shops are located east side of Kashiwa Station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kashiwa.
2. Walk east (5 min.)
yes278http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashiwa_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL063.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL063.flv.jpgKashiwa MatsuriKashiwa Matsuri (柏まつり) is a summer Matsuri that happens at the end of July (mostly 4th weekend). It is two days matsuri with many events and parades. About 700,000 people join this Matsuri. It is one of the best Matsuri in Chiba. There is Kashiwa Odori parade, Mikoshi parade, Samba parade, Nebuta parade, Bon Odori and all other kinds of Matsuri entertainment.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. Use restroom at the station.
Sat. and Sun. of the end of July.
Time: 13:00 to 20:00
Location: around the Kashiwa Station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nippori Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kashiwa station.
yes573http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nebuta_sea_traveling/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO001.flv.jpgNebuta Matsuri Sea TravelingNebuta Matsuri Sea Traveling(ねぶた祭り海上運行) is one of the most famous festival of Aomori prefecture. It happens in from August 2 to 7. Nebuta Matsuri is a parade with many huge paper dolls. Those paper dolls are lighten up beautifully from the inside at night. The decoration of the dolls take mostly heroes of Japanese myth or Chinese legends. Each doll is 9m wide, 5m tall and 8m deep. At the last date of Nebuta Matsuri, August 7, 5 best Nebuta that won the competition will be displayed on a boat and travel Aomori Bay. At the same time, there is fireworks behind the boat. It is one of the best night Matsuri in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The Nebuta's sea traveling happenes at the night of August 7. 5 to 7 Nebuta travel in Mutsu Bay in front of Aoiumi Park.
They start at 19 p.m. At the same time, there is fireworks.
<b>Access</b>
0. Aomori Station.
1. walk east to Mutsu
yes387http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ito_umeda_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO006.flv.jpgIto House and Umeda HouseIto House and Umeda House(伊東家住宅と梅田家住宅) is one of Samurai House located in Hirosaki. It is located northside of Hirosaki Castle. This residence was used to be Samurai residence of Hirosaki Domain. There are many remaining Samurai House in this area and Ito and Umeda House are ones of them. It shows the life of Samurai in Tohoku region.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is parking.
Admission: Free.
Open: 10:00 to 16:00
Apr. to Jun. open everyday.
Jul. to Oct. Closed on Tuesday and Friday.
Closed on August 13.
Nov. to Mar. Open weekend. Umeda House will be closed.
Open during Neputa Matsuri, Kiku and Koyo Matsuri, Yukidourou Matsuri.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hirosaki Station.
1. walk north (40 min.)
1. use Bus to Kamenokoumonmae.
2. walk (5min.)
yes263http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hirosaki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO002.flv.jpgHirosaki CastleHirosaki Castle (弘前城) is one of 12 existed original castle that remains since Sengoku period. It is located in Hirosaki, Aomori. Hirosaki castle was constructed in 1611 by Tsugaru Tamenobu and his son Nobuhira. The gates and keeps, including Tenshukaku are the original construction built in early Edo period. It is one of the most popular Sakura Castle in Japan. In early May, about 2,600 Sakura bloom beautiful flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Apr. 1 to Nov.23: Admission fee is 300 yen for adult and 100 yen for kids. (there is group discount)
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
April 23 to May 5: Open until 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hirosaki Station.
1. walk west 30 min or use bus.
yes451http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakamachi_samurai_houses/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO005.flv.jpgNakamachi Samurai HousesNakamachi(仲町)is the area with many Samurai Houses located in Hirosaki. It is located in north side of Hirosaki Castle. There are 4 Samurai houses remains. Also, many modern houses also has Samurai style wooden walls, hedge and gate. This area is registered as the perceived scenery of traditional buildings.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Most of Samurai House open from 10:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hirosaki Station.
1. walk north (40 min.)
1. use Bus to Kamenokoumonmae.
2. walk (5min.)
yes322http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hyakuyojo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL011.flv.jpgHyakuyojo FallsHyakuyojo Falls (百四丈の滝) is one of the best waterfalls located in Mt. Hakusan, Ishikawa Pref. It is 90m tall and 10m wide. It is a huge straight falls that you can also see the behind of the falls. Even Mt. Hakusan has heavy snow in winter, this waterfalls will never frozen up. This waterfalls is the hardest waterfalls to see, especially its basin. It's is the hidden waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The observatory is located on the Kagazanjodo climbing route of Mt. Hakusan.
It is availabe for only summer.
Warning: You cannot visit its vasin. It's requires the professional skills to visit.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station.
1. use Hakusan Bus to Betodeai.
2. climb to Murodo. Stay.
3. walk Kagazenjodo 4 hours.
yes289http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hirosaki_iwata_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO008.flv.jpgHirosaki Iwata HouseIwata House(岩田家) is one of Samurai house located in Hirosaki. one of Samurai House located in Hirosaki.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Admission: Free.
Open: 10:00 to 16:00
Apr. to Jun. open everyday.
Jul. to Oct. Closed on Monday and Thursday.
Closed on August 13.
Nov. to Mar. Open weekend. Umeda House will be closed.
Open during Neputa Matsuri, Kiku and Koyo Matsuri, Yukidourou Matsuri.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hirosaki Station.
1. walk north (40 min.)
1. use Bus to Kamenokoumonmae.
2. walk (5min.)
yes96http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hirosaki_sasamori_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO007.flv.jpgHirosaki Sasamori HouseSasamori House (笹森家) is one of Samurai House located in Hirosaki. It was constructed in the middle of Edo period. It is one of Samurai House located in Hirosaki.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Admission: Free.
Open:Everyday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hirosaki Station.
1. walk north (40 min.)
1. use Bus to Kamenokoumonmae.
2. walk (5min.)
yes96http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aomori_fireworks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO004.flv.jpgAomori FireworksAomori Fireworks (青森花火大会) is one of the main event of Nebuta Masuri. Nebuta Matsuri is held from August 2 to 7 and this fireworks happens at last night. You can also enjoy Nebuta Bay Traveling at the same time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There are many Matsuri shops for food and drinks.
Located at Aomori Port. At Aoiumi Park is the best spot to see.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aomori Station.
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes317http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aomori_nebuta_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO003.flv.jpgAomori Nebuta MatsuriAomori Nebuta Matsuri(昼の青森ねぶた運行) is one of the most famous festival of Aomori prefecture. It happens in from August 2 to 7 and daytime parade is on 7 afternoon. Nebuta Matsuri is a parade with many huge paper dolls. Those paper dolls are lighten up beautifully from the inside at night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Time: 13:00 to 15:00
Parade around Yanagimachi Street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aomori Station.
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes334http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gozengamine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL012.flv.jpgGozengamineGozengamine (御前峰) is the summit of Mt. Hakusan that is one of 3 major sacred moutons. Mt. Hakusan is huge mountains located in Ishikawa, Gifu, Fukui and Toyama prefecture. The altitude of Gozengamine is 2702m from the sea level. Mt. Hakusa has been highly respected as the greatest sacred mountain since ancient time. In the middle age of Japan, it was important Shugendo mountain. Today, Mt. Hakusan is one of the most popular mountain in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is only 40min. from Hakusan Murodo Visitor's center.
Climbing available from Summer to early Falls.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Betto Deai.
1. climb route Saboshindo to Murodo.
2. climb to the summit.
yes295http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakusan_ponds_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL013.flv.jpgThe ponds tour in Mt. HakusanThe ponds tour of the summit of Mt. Hakusan (白山お池巡り) is popular hiking course. There are many volcanic lakes on the top of Mt. Hakusan. From the summit of Mt. Hakusan, you can enjoy nice trekking to visit all ponds.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is only 40min. from top of Gozengamine to back to Hakusan Murodo Visitor's center.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Betto Deai.
1. climb up route Saboshindo to Murodo.
2. climb up to the summit.
3. climb down to the ponds.
yes288http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakunodate_samurai_residence/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK001.flv.jpgKakunodate Samurai ResidenceKakunodate Samurai Residence (角館町武家屋敷通り) is a street with many Samurai Houses. It is located in Kakunodate, Akita Prefecture. There are 6 original Samurai Houses and the scenery is well preserved as Edo period. Kakunodate is one of the most popular tourist spot in Akita pref. There are many beautiful trees including Sakura. They are planted when this castle town was built. Therefore, the view itself already has a history of over 400 years. Because of its beautiful scenery, Kakunodate is called Little Kyoto of Deep Mutsu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Most of Samurai Houses closed around 16:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kakunodate Station.
1. walk north west (10 min.)
yes327http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakunodate_nishinomiya_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK002.flv.jpgKakunodate Nishinomiya HouseKakunodate Nishinomiya House (あきた角館西宮家) is one of Samurai House located in Kakunodate, Akita prefecture. Nishinomiya Family was one of high class Samurai of Akita Satake clan. There are traditional houses and 5 Kura, storages, with beautiful garden. Each Kura are converted to shops, restaurant and tea house. You can enjoy great shopping, meal or tea with nice atmosphere of Samurai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Open: 10:00 to 18:00 (Nov. to Mar. closed at 17:00)
Admission: free.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kakunodate Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes248http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakunodate_odano_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK003.flv.jpgKakunodate Odano HouseOdano House (小野田家) is one of Samurai House located in Kakunodate, Akita. Odano Family was the middle class Samurai of Satake clan. Odano family was very strong Budo-ka, Japanese martial artist. There was used to be a dojo in this house. The house was reconstructed in early 20th century as the same Samurai House. It has a beautiful Samurai Garden with old trees that planted when the house was built. Those remaining trees tells the story of Sengoku era and history of Samurai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking or restroom around the street.
Admission: Free.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30.
Close: From Dec. to mid Apr.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kakunodate Station.
1. walk west (15 min.)
yes134http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakunodate_kawaharada_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK004.flv.jpgKakunodate Kawaharada HouseKawaharada House (河原田家) is one of Samurai House located in Kakunodate, Akita precture. Kawaharada Family was 150 koku Samurai of Satake-Kita clan. Current building was constructed in the end of 19th century. However, it's structure is the same as it used to be during Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking or restroom around the street.
Admission: Free.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30.
Close: From Dec. to mid Apr.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kakunodate Station.
1. walk west (15 min.)
yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakunodate_iwahashi_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK005.flv.jpgKaknodate Iwahashi HouseIwahashi house (岩橋家) is one of Samurai House located in Kakunodate, Akita. Iwahashi family was 86koku Samurai of Satake-Kita clan of Kakunodate. This house was constructed in late Edo period. It has a view of Samurai sprits.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking or restroom around the street.
Admission: Free.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30.
Close: From Dec. to mid Apr.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kakunodate Station.
1. walk west (15 min.)
yes140http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakunodate_matsumoto_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK006.flv.jpgKakunodate Matsumoto HouseKakunodate Matsumoto House (角館松本家) is one of Samurai House of Kakunodate, Akita prefecture. Matsumoto family was Samurai of Imamiya family who was high class Samurai of Satake-Kita clan. This house was constructed in 1880.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking or restroom around the street.
Admission: Free.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30.
Close: From Dec. to mid Apr.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kakunodate Station.
1. walk west (15 min.)
yes82http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakunodate_aoyagi_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK007.flv.jpgKakunodate Aoyagi HouseKakunodate Aoyagi House (角館青柳家) is one of Samurai House located in Kakunodate, Akita prefecture. Aoyagi family was 104 koku Samurai of Satake-Kita clan. Aoyagi House is the most gorgeous Samurai House in Kakunodate. The main house was reconstructed in 1860. It has a huge garden with many seasonable flowers. Many buildings of Aoyagi family are restored for museum and restaurant.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 300 for under high school, 200 yen for kids.
There is group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (Nov. to Mar. close at 16:00)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kakunodate Station.
1. walk to north west (15min.)
yes290http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakunodate_ishiguro_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK008.flv.jpgKakunodate Ishiguro HouseKakunodate Ishiguro House (角館石黒家) is one of Samurai House located in Kakunodate, Akita prefecture. It is the oldest house in Kakunodate. The garden, house, gate, walls and Kura are preserved in great conditions. Ishiguro House is the only Samurai House that visitors can step inside of the house. The main house was constructed between 18th to 19th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 150 yen for kids. There is group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kakunodate Station.
1. walk north-west (15 min.)
yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamagata_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG016.flv.jpgYamagata CastleYamagata Castle (山形城) is a flatland castle located in Yamagata. It was constructed in 1356 by Shiba Kaneyori. Current Structure was designed by Mogami Yoshiaki in late 16th century. Yoshiaki is one of Sengoku Daimyo of Yamagata. The main eastern gate was reconstructed. Outer moat, dry moats and baileys preserved in a great condition. It is chosen one of 100 best Japanese castle and registered as the national historical site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station.
1. walk north (5 min.)
yes332http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/statues_namahage/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK009.flv.jpgThe Statues of NamahageThe Statues of Namahage (なまはげ像) is located at the entrance of Oga Peninsula, Akita. They are main feature of Oga Visitor's Center. The height of the statues is 15m tall. Namahage is famous Ogre of Akita prefecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akita Station.
1. use Oga Namahage Line to Tenno Station.
2. walk south.
yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gojome_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK010.flv.jpgGojome CastleGojome Castle (五城目城) is a mountain castle located in Gojome, Akita prefecture. It was located on Mt. Moriyama. This castle was constructed between Azuchimomoyama period to early Edo period by Fujiwara Hidemori. Today, It is reconstructed castle and the inside of the castle is wooden craft museum. It has a great view from the observatory.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: Fee.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (Nov. until 16:00)
Closed:Dec. 1 to Mar. 31.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akita Station.
1. use JR Ouu Line to Hachirogata Station.
2. use local bus to Gojyomejo.
yes88http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akagami_shrine_goshado/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK011.flv.jpgGoshado of Akagami ShrineGoshado of Akagami Shrine (赤神神社五社堂) is located in Oga Peninsula, Akita prefecture. There are 5 shrines and the center shrine enshrines Akagami. It was established in the period of Japanese Myth. Therefore, it is one of the oldest shrine in Akita. These shrines were constructed in 1710.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There are 999 steps from the parking to the shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akita Station.
1. use JR Oga Namahage Line to Oga Station.
2. use Local bus to Monzen chushajo.
3. climb up the steps.
yes127http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/monzen_namahage_statue/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK012.flv.jpgMonzen Namahage StatueMonzen's Namahage Statue (門前なまはげ像) is one of 3 Giant Namahage in Oga peninsula. It is about 10m tall. It is located in parking of Monzen Hotel town. Namahage is famous Ogre of Akita prefecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akita Station.
1. use JR Oga Namahage Line to Oga Station.
2. use Local bus to Monzen chushajo.
yes78http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_tonosu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL061.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL061.flv.jpgMt.TonosuMt.Tonosu (多峰主山) is a popular hiking spot located in Hanno, Saitama prefecture. It is a small mountain that is 271m high. However, it has a great view of all Kanto regions and mountains including Mt. Fuji. There are many hiking trails and very easy for kids and seniors. Because it is located about 1 hour from Tokyo, it is very popular hiking spot.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking.
You can get a map at the parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hanno Station.
1. use local bus to Yunosawa.
yes351http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kudanshita/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL329.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL329.flv.jpgKudanshitaKudanshita (九段下) is located in the center of Tokyo Metro. It is located on the northside of Edo castle. Kudanshita is a great spot to tour around Edo castle and Yasukuni shrine that is one of the best shrine in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. walk east to Otemachi Station.
2. use Tozai Line to Kudanshita.
yes369http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/futarasan_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN035.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN035.flv.jpgFutarasan ShrineFutarasan Shrine (二荒山神社) is the sacred and oldest shrine of Nikko, Tochigi prefecture. It enshrines Mt. Nantai. In 767, Priest Shudo climbed up Mt. Nantai and built a shrine on the top of the mountain. This is the origin of Futarasan Shrine. Since then, Mt. Nantai became the sacred mountain and zone of Shugendo place. The area of Futarasan Shrine consists all mountains of Nikko including Kegon Falls. This is 2nd largest Shrine, next to the grand shrine of Ise, in Japan. Today, people still worship here for spiritual experience and its respect. All of the building are registered as the important cultural and historical assets. Because of its historical value, it is designated as the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The sacred garden: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00 (Nov. to Mar. 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. use World Heritage Bus to Nishisando.
yes367http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/taiyuin_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN036.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN036.flv.jpgTaiyuin TempleTaiyuin Temple(大猷院) is the grave and mausoleum of the 3rd Tokugawa Shogun Iemitsu. It is located in Nikko, Tochigi prefecture. It belong to Rinnoji temple. Taiyuin is one of the main feature of Nikko and designated as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The buildings of Taiyuin are absolutely gorgeous with the best of the best arts. Taiyuin was constructed by Iemitsu's son, Ietsuna in 1653. They took the best architectures and design at Edo period. However, Iemitsu ordered to make all less scale or colorful than Toshogu, the grave of his grand-father Ieyasu. Therefore, comparing to Toshogu, Taiyuin shows the idea of Wabi, and harmony of art and nature. All the buildings are based on the black and gold design. His mausoleum is registered as the National Treasure of Japan.
<b>Visitor's Info</b>
Admission: 550 yen for adult, 250 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 8:00 to 16:30 (Nov. to Mar. closed at 15:30)
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. use World Heritage Bus to Nishisando.
yes689http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nikko_cedar_ave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN037.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN037.flv.jpgCedar Ave. of NikkoCedar Ave. of Nikko (日光杉並木) is the longest tree avenue in the world. It is about 36km long from Ogura to Nikko. Cedar were planted by Matsudaira Masatsuna after the death of Ieyasu. This was for the worshiping road to Toshogu, the grave of Ieyasu. There are still about 12,500 Cedar trees remaining on this road.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
It is very long pass. The best spot is the pass between Kamiimaichi Station and Nikko Station.
It will be about 6km long.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. walk east (30 min.)
yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nikko_sacred_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN038.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN038.flv.jpgNikko Sacred BridgeThe Sacred Bridge (神橋, shinkyo) is one of the main feature of Nikko. It is designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Legend said, the original bridge was built by god in Nara Period. It's been the official path leading to Futaarasan Shrine. It is chosen as one of three unique bridge. The current bridge is reconstrued in 1904.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 200 yen for high school, 100 yen for under junior.
Time: 8:00 to 16:30 (Nov. to Mar. 9:00 to 15:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. use local bus to Shinkyo.
yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shizuoka_sengen_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI086.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI086.flv.jpgShizuoka Sengen ShrineShizuoka Sengen Shrine (静岡浅間神社) is one of the oldest shrine in Shizuoka. There are two established shrines in here. Kambe Shrine and Sengen Shrine. Kambe Shrine was established over 2000 years ago enshrine Onamuchinomikoto. Asama Shrine was established in 901 by the imperial order of Emperor Daigo. The building was sponsored by Tokugawa Government, and spend 60 years. Many famous carving artists, painters and other architectures joined this construction.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Open: 6:00 to 18:00
Admission for Honden: 500 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use Shizutetsu Bus to Akatorii
yes377http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kunozan_toshogu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI094.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI094.flv.jpgKunozan ToshoguKunozan Toshogu (久能山東照宮) is one of the main feature of Shizuoka. It is the shrine of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the greatest Shogun in Japan. It is the shrine of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the greatest Shogun in Japan. Ieyasu finished Sengoku period (14th to 16th century) and established Edo Government. Edo government brought a peace over 260 years in Japan. Toshogu was established in 1616 as the grave of Ieyasu. Ieyasu was buried Kunosan and moved to Nikko later. There are many historical important buildings including the National Treasure. Shaden, the main building, was constructed by 2nd Shogun, Hidetada.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
The ropeway is available. 1000 yen for a round trip.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use Local bus to Hinondaira.
2. use ropeway to Toshogu.
1. use local bus to Kunosanshita
2. walk up 1159 stairs.
yes694http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yui_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI087.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI087.flv.jpgYui-JukuYui-Juku (由比宿) is 16th post station of Tokaido. Yui-juku remains many traditional buildings and view of old Tokaido. Yui Shosetsu, the famous rebel during Edo period, was born here. His house is still remains. Satta Pass is located at the end of this post town, and has a great view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at Honjin Park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Yui Station.
yes435http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kambara_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI092.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI092.flv.jpgKambara-JukuKambara-Juku (蒲原宿) is 15th post station of Tokaido. It is located south side of Mt. Fuji. There are old style building that shows the view of Tokaido in Kambara. The famous Ukiyoe Artist, Utagawa Hiroshige, designed Kambara with snow. It is considered as the best work of him It is the only Ukiyoe that shows night scenery with snow.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Shinkambara Station.
yes544http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_shizuhata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI090.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI090.flv.jpgMt. ShizuhataMt. Shizuhata(賎機山) is located in Shizuoka city. It is 171m tall mountain located north side of Sengen Shrine. It is popular hiking spot with beautiful Scenery of Mt. Fuji. In September, Higanbana, Spider Lilly is blooming.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The hiking course started from Sengen Shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use Shizutetsu Bus to Akatorii
yes223http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/satta_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI088.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI088.flv.jpgSatta PassSatta Pass (薩埵峠) is located between Yui-juku and Okitsu-juku. It has one of the best view of Mt. Fuji. The famous Ukiyoe Artist, Utagawa Hiroshige made Ukiyoe of Yui with this view.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Yui Station.
2. walk west (40 min.)
yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toro_archaeological_site/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI089.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI089.flv.jpgToro archaeological siteToro (登呂遺跡) is an archaeological site located in Shizuoka. The historical remains of Toro date back to Yayoi period, the 1st century. It is registered as the special historical site of Japan. There are ruins of houses, storages and farms of ancient Japan. On those ruins, the buildings are restores and became the open field museum.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Museum: 200 yen for Adults.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30
Close: Monday and next day of holiday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at south bus terminal of Shizuoka Station.
1. use a local bus to Toroiseki. (12 min.)
yes183http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/old_igarashi_dental_office/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI093.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI093.flv.jpgOld Igarashi Dental OfficeOld Igarashi Dental Office (旧五十嵐歯科医院) is one of the traditional house located in Kambara, Shizuoka. It is the old dental house constructed in Meiji period. In 1914, dentist Igarashi reformed this house to western style office. Therefore, the exterior is western style, but the interior is Japanese style. Because of that unique structure and historical value, this house was registered as the national cultural asset. The house structure is the typical building on post town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: free.
Open: 9:30 to 16:30 (Nov. to Feb 16:00)
Close: Monday and next day of holiday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station
1. JR Tokaido Line to Shin Kambara Station.
yes228http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shipping_agent_jirocho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI095.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI095.flv.jpgShipping agent of Jirocho Suehiro, shipping agent of Jirocho (清水港船宿記念館・末廣) is a ship agent hotel of Shimizu Jirocho located in Shizuoka. Jirocho is a hero who spend his life to promote the development of the bay. He spend last days at Shimizu Bay and support ships and travelers. This building is restored Jirocho hotel as his craft museum. He encouraged youth to learn English and open English school.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: Free
Time: 10:00 to 18:00
Close: Moday
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Shimizu Station.
1. use local bus to Minatobashi.
yes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/birthplace_of_jirocho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI096.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI096.flv.jpgThe birthplace of JirochoThe birthplace of Jirocho (次郎長生家) is located in Shimizu, Shizuoka. It is the traditional houses that has a great structure of Meiji period. The well that used for Jirocho's birth is still remains as it's used to be.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: Free
Time: 10:00 to 16:00
Close: Monday, next day of holiday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Shimizu Station.
1. use local bus to Minatobashi.
yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/baiinzenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI097.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI097.flv.jpgBaiinzenji TempleBaiinzenji Temple (梅蔭禅寺) is Rinzai Buddhism temple located in Shimizu, Shizuoka. There is a grave of Shimizu Jirocho. Jirocho is the famous Youxia in late Edo period to beginning of Meiji period. He traveled all Japan and beat bad guys and helped innocent people. There are also the graves of Omasa, Komasa, Seiemon and Lady Ocho.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 150 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Shimizu Station.
1. use local bus to Minatobashi.
yes127http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsuyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH001.flv.jpgMatsuyama CastleMatsuyama Castle (松山城) is one of 12 existed remaining castle since Sengoku period. It was constructed in 1603 by Kato Yoshiaki. (Finished in 1627) There are 21 original buildings including Tenshu-kaku remanning in the castle. Not only the buildings, but also stone walls are preserved in great condition. The structures of Matsuyama castle are preserved almost in original scenery. Therefore, Matsuyama castle is registered as the national historical site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission for Tenshu: 500 yen for adult, 150 yen for kids.
Ropeway: Around trip 500 yen for adult, 250 yen for kids.
Time-
Tenshu: 9:00 to 17:00 (Feb. to Nov. 17:30 in Aug, 16:30 from Dec. to Jan.)
Ropeway: 8:30 to 17:30 (Feb. to Nov. 18:00 in Aug, 17:00 from Dec. to Jan.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsuyama Station.
1. use street train to Okaido.
2. walk north to ropeway.
yes481http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uwajima_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH008.flv.jpgUwajima CastleUwajima Castle (宇和島城) is one of 12 existed original castles built in 1666. It is a hilltop castle located in Uwajima, Ehime. It is located on the top of 80m tall mountain. The structure of Uwajima Castle was designed by Todo Takatora. Tenshu and beautiful nature preserved for over 300 years. There are historical buildings that removed to Uwajima castle. It is registered as the national historical site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen for adults, 100 yen for kids.
Time for Tenshu: 9:00 to 17:00 (Apr. to Sep) 16:00 for other.
The castle: 6:00 to 18:30 (Apr. to Sep) 17:00 for other.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Uwajima Station.
1. walk (15 min.)
yes445http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kochi_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC001.flv.jpgKochi CastleKochi Castle (高知城) is one of 12 existed original castles located in Kochi. Kochi Castle is a hilltop castle, and it is 44.4m high. It was constructed in 1601 by Yamanouchi Kazutoyo. He was given the land of Tosa from Ieyasu after the battle of Sekigahara. Tenshu-kaku survived for over 250 years. Not only Tenshu-kaku, but also there are 15 original constructions remains today. Because of its historical value, all of them are registered as historical assets. Also, the site of castle is registered as the national historic site. Only Kochi Castle has all the original buildings of Honmaru.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom
Admission: 400 yen. Free under 18. There is group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kochi Station.
1. use bus (10 min.), walk (25 min.)
yes656http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/todoroki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC003.flv.jpgTodoroki FallsTodoroki Falls (轟の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese Waterfalls located Kochi Prefecture. It is 3 steps waterfalls 83m high in total. The top basin is 15m a huge pothole. It is poplar Koyo spot in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kochi Station.
1. use JR Dosan Line to Tosa-Yamada Station.
2. use Bus to Birafu.
3. walk (25 min.)yes364http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otaru_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC004.flv.jpgOtaru FallsOtaru Falls (大樽の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Ochi, Kochi pref. It is 34 m tall straight-fall waterfalls. Legend said that the dragon lives the basin of the falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use Route 33 to Matsuyama. To west at the sign in Ochi Town.
yes247http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tensha_en_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH009.flv.jpgTensha-en GardenTensha-en Garden (天赦園) is a beautiful Japanese garden located in Uwajima, Ehime. It is a typical pond surrounding style garden with many seasonable flowers. It was designed for 7th lord of Uwajima Date clan. There are tea houses and view are so beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adults, 100 yen for Junior high, and 50 yen for kids.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00 (close at 16:30 from July to March)
Closed: Monday of December to February.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Uwajima Station.
1. walk south (20 min.)
1. use local bus to Tenshaen.yes319http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsuyama_ninomaru_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH002.flv.jpgMatsuyama Ninomaru History gardenNinomaru History garden (二之丸史跡庭園) is located in Matsuyama. It was used to be 2nd bailey of Matsuyama Castle. It was used to be the residential area of the lord of Matsuyama. There are many tea houses and Japanese gardens are restored as the original.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 100 yen for adult, 50 yen for kids.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (Feb. to Nov. 17:30 in Aug, 16:30 from Dec. to Jan.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsuyama Station.
1. use street train to Kenchomae.
yes304http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsura_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC002.flv.jpgKatsura BeachKatsura Beach (桂浜) is one of the popular beaches located in Kochi. It faces Pacific Ocean and has a great scenic beauty. It was considered as the best Luna view spot in Japan. There is a statue of Sakamoto Ryoma who is one of the most popular Hero in Japan. Also, there are Aquarium and Sakamo Ryoma Museum.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Around the parking, there are many restaurants and gift shops.
Caution: No Swimming at this beach.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kochi Station.
1. use Bus to Katsurahama (30 min.)
yes311http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shikoku_karst/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH010.flv.jpgShikoku KarstShikoku Karst (四国カルスト) is popular spot that located between Kochi and Ehime prefecture. The altitude of Shikoku Karst is about 1,400m from the sea level. It has a great view including Mt. Ishizuchi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
There are restaurant and cattle farm.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on the border of Ehime and Kochi on route 440. There is a road to route 44 on Jibo Pass.yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ozu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH006.flv.jpgOzu CastleOzu Castle (大洲城) is a beautiful castle located in Ehime. It was constructed by Utsunomiya in 1331. Current structure was designed by Todo Takatora in early Edo period. Tenshu is 4 layers 4 stories building with two keeps. Those two small keeps are the original construction. Inside of Tenshu took the same method from original structure. The mast and beam were used 250 years old trees.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for Adults, 200 yen for kids.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Uwajima Station.
1. use JR Yosan Line to Iyo Ozu.
2. walk south (20 min.)yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/statue_of_motochika/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC005.flv.jpgThe statue of MotochikaThe statue of Motochika (長宗我部元親像) is located Hachiman Shrine of Kochi. Chosokabe Motochika is one of Sengoku Daimyo during 16th century. He conquered All Shikoku Island. When he was 22 years old, he joined the first battle. He prayed his victory at this Hachiman Shrine. This statue was built in 1999 for the anniversary for 400 years after his death. It is one of the coolest Statue of Samurai in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kochi Station.
1. use a bus to Nankaichugakudori.
2. walk (5 min.)
yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/harimaya_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC008.flv.jpgHarimaya BridgeHarimaya Bridge (はりまや橋) is one of the most famous bridge in Japan. It was the stage of popular love story "Yosakoibushi." It is also known as "Nihon Sandai Gakkari" spots, three most disappointing spots in Japan. It was used to be a small bridge. It connected Harimaya and Hitukiya.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kochi Station.
1 use street train to Harimayabashi.yes103http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gotenyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI091.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI091.flv.jpgGotenyamaGotenyama (御殿山) is a small hilltop located in Kambara, Shizuoka. It has a great view of mt. Fuji. This mountain was used to be Noroshiba, the smoke signal place during Sengoku period. It is nice hiking spot in Kambara.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Shinkambara Station.
2. walk north (25 min.)yes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akiyama_brothers/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH003.flv.jpgThe birthplace of Akiyama BrothersThe birthplace of Akiyama Brothers (秋山兄弟生誕地) is one of main feature of Matsuyama. Akiyama Brothers, Yoshifuru and Saneyuki, were ones of greatest Generals in Japan. They house was used to be located in this place. There is a house restored based on the photo of Akiyama Family. It displays the Akiyama related materials. The well is the same as it was used to be.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but is restroom.
Admission: 300 for adult. Free under high school.
Time: 10:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsuyama Station.
1. use street train to Okaido.
2. walk north.yes205http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ishiteji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH004.flv.jpgIshiteji TempleIshiteji Temple (石手寺) is 51st temple of Ohenro located in Matsuyama, Ehime. It is Shingon Buddhism Temple established in 729 by Priest Gyoki. Because of its history, there are many historic buildings in Ishiteji. Especially, Niomon gate is registered as the national treasure. Ishiteji give one star value in the Michelin Guide.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free
<b>Access</b>
0. Matsuyama Station.
1. use Street Train to Dogo Onsen.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes258http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamanouchi_samurai_houses/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC006.flv.jpgKochi Yamanouchi Samurai housesYamanouchi Samurai Apartment (旧山内家下屋敷長屋) is a Samurai residence located in Kochi. This apartment was the residence of Ashigaru, the lower rank Samurai. It was constructed in 1864. It displays the life of Samurai. It is registered as the national important cultural asset.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Admission: free.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kochi Station.
1. use Tosa Shiden to Kenchomae.
2. walk (2 min.)
yes203http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yuzuki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH005.flv.jpgYuzuki CastleYuzuki Castle (湯築城) is the ruins of castle located in Matsuyama, Ehime. It was built in early 14th century. It was built by Kono Tunenobu after Genpei War. This castle was the center of Iyo for over 250 years until Hideyoshi's invasion. There is Samurai Houses restored. There are inner moats and outer moats. Today, it becomes Dogo Park and top of the hill that located in the center of this castle has observatory.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsuyama Station.
1. use street train to Dogo Onsen.
2. walk east.
yes312http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tanaka_ryosuke_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC007.flv.jpgKochi Tanaka Ryosuke HouseTanaka Ryosuke House (田中良助旧邸) is Samurai House of Kochi. This house was constructed in 1862. Sakamoto Ryoma used to visit and play at this house. Ryoma and Ryosuke used to play Shogi, Japanese chess at this house.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
Admission: Free
Time: 10:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive north route 270 from Kochi city.yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ozu_shindenryu_swimming/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH007.flv.jpgOzu Shindenryu Swimming BirthplaceThe Birthplace of Ozu Shindenryu Swimming (大洲神伝流発祥の地) is located in Ozu, Ehime prefecture. Ozu Shindenryu is the traditional swimming style formed in 1617. It is swimming style with Yoroi. It is nice Spider lilly spot.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom nearby.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Uwajima Station.
1. use JR Yosan Line to Iyo Ozu.
2. walk south (20 min.)
yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_ontake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL068.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL068.flv.jpgMt. OntakeMt. Ontake (御嶽山) is one of the most popular mountain located between Gifu and Nagano. It is an active stratovolcano and its summit is 3,067m high from the sea level. Ontake-san is one of the sacred mountain in Japan. It is highly respected as the spiritual homeland for many people. There are many hiking courses including for beginners. The faith of Ontakesan still combines with Buddhism and Shinto together.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a ropeway to reach 7th station (2150m).
There is a shuttle bus from Kiso-Fukushima Station to the ropeway.
There is parking at the rope way and each stations including the top has rest houses.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Stion.
1. use a shuttle bus to Ontake Ropway.
yes551http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/onoshima_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL069.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL069.flv.jpgOnoshima FallsOnoshima Falls (尾ノ島の滝) is one of waterfalls located in Kiso, Nagano. It is about 30m tall. Its water is coming from Mt. Ontake. It was used for Takigyo for Shugendo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. drive route 20 to Kaida Highland.
2. make left at the sign.
yes161http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/komorebi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL070.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL070.flv.jpgKomorebi FallsKomorebi Falls (こもれびの滝) is one of waterfalls located in Kiso, Nagano. It is located in Aburagi Forest.
Fueki Falls is one of waterfalls located in Kiso, Nagano. It is 30m tall waterfalls with many spring from a rock.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. drive 20 to Mt. Onake.
2. there is parking for Aburagi Forest.
yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fueki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL071.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL071.flv.jpgFueki FallsFueki Falls (不易の滝) is one of waterfalls located in Kiso, Nagano. The amount of water is very small, but there are many water springs coming from rock. It is very beautiful waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. drive 20 to Mt. Onake.
2. there is parking for Aburagi Forest.
yes205http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aburagi_forest/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL072.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL072.flv.jpgAburagi ForestAburagi Forest (油木美林) is a beautiful forest spread around the lower Mt. Ontake. There are are many old trees and beautiful waterfalls. The trekking route lead up to Mt. Ontake. The trees are over 300 years old. It is a great spot for birdwatching.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. drive 20 to Mt. Onake.
2. there is parking for Aburagi Forest.
yes283http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_ontake_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL073.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL073.flv.jpgKoyo on Mt. OntakeMt. Ontake (御嶽山の紅葉) is one of the most popular mountain located between Gifu and Nagano. It is an active stratovolcano and its summit is 3,067m high from the sea level. Ontake-san is one of the sacred mountain in Japan. It has a beautiful Koyo in the middle of October. Koyo starts from the middle of mountain at the end of September.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a ropeway to reach 7th station (2150m).
There is a shuttle bus from Kiso-Fukushima Station to the ropeway.
There is parking at the rope way and each stations including the top has rest houses.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Stion.
1. use a shuttle bus to Ontake Ropway.
yes254http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/karasawa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL074.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL074.flv.jpgKarasawa FallsKarasawa Falls (唐沢の滝) is one of waterfalls located in Kiso, Nagano. It is about 100m tall waterfalls. This waterfalls is chosen as one of three view of Kiso.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. use Route 19 to 361 and make left.
2. make left to Jizo pass.
yes222http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/niekawa_sekisho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL075.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL075.flv.jpgNiekawa SekishoNiekawa Sekisho (贄川関所) is one of check points located on Nakasendo Niekawa-Juku. Niekawa-juku is the entrance of Kiso Road on Edo Side. It is a restored building of Sekisho. The building shows the old time of Sekisho and displays the historical stuff.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen under Junior is free.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (close 16:00 from Dec. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. JR Chuo Line to Niekawa Station.
1. walk south (10 min.)
yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimazaki_touson_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL185.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL185.flv.jpgShimazaki Touson HouseThis house (旧島崎藤村邸) is the last house of the famous writer, Shimazaki Touson. It is located in Oiso, Kanagawa. This house was constructed in late Taisho era. It is very simple structure with small garden. A study is very small with Kamiza and small window with Hagi tree. Touson was born in Kiso in 1872 and wrote many great novels. He passed away at this house in 1943. It is a quiet place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Admission: Free.
Close: Monday.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
Note: No entry into the house.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use JR Tokaido to Oiso.
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes213http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shigitatsuan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL186.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL186.flv.jpgShigitatsuanShigitatsuan (鴫立庵) is a beautiful tea house located in Oiso, Kanagawa. It is one of three top Haiku Houses in Japan. As the history of Haiku Dojo, it has over 300 years of history. In 1664, Hiku master Sosetsu visited here and wrote a poem. He left a post stone here. It's a beautiful riverside place to read a poem.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Admission: 100 yen for adult. 50 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use JR Tokaido to Oiso.
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes249http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/garden_yoshida_shigeru/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL187.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL187.flv.jpgThe garden of Yoshida ShigeruThe garden of Yoshida Shigeru (旧吉田茂邸庭園) is a Japanese style garden located in Oiso. It is typical pond surrounding style garden. Yoshida Shigeru is the 45th prime minister of Japan. It is one of the great Japanese garden in Kanagawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. There is restroom.
Admission: Free.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Oiso Station.
2. walk west (30 min.)
yes238http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/myodaiji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL188.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL188.flv.jpgMyodaijiMyodaiji (妙大寺) is Nichiren Buddhism Temple located in Oiso. It was established in1461 by priest Nichigo. General Higuchi Kiichiro chosen this temple for his resting place. General Higuchi saved Jewish refugees from Nazis Germany in 1938 at manchukuo. He also saved Japan from Soviet Union. Higuchi defeated the army of the USSR right after the WWII.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
It is a small temple with the grave of Matsumoto Jun and General Higuchi. Please be quiet and keep in good manner because this temple is not tourist attraction.
No parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Oiso Station.
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sunrise_mt_kenashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI098.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI098.flv.jpgSunrise at Mt. KenashiSunrise at Mt. Kenashi (毛無山の夜明け) is very beautiful. Mt. Kenashi is located on the border of Yamanashi and Shizuoka Prefecture. The altitude of the summit is 1,964m from the sea level. It has a great view of Mt. Fuji at the top of Mt. Kenashi. Around October 27 and February 16, the Sun rises from the top of Mt. Fuji. It is called Diamond Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking (500yen par day). No restroom.
Takes 3 hours from parking.
<b>Access</b>
Drive north route 139 from Fujinomiya. Make left at the sign.
yes169http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_kenashi_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI099.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI099.flv.jpgMt. Kenashi Fudo FallsMt. Kenashi Fudo Falls (毛無山・不動滝) is 2-step waterfalls located east side of Mt. Kenashi. It is over 100m tall in total. In Fall, it has beautiful Koyo surrounding the falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking (500yen par day). No restroom.
Takes 3 hours from parking.
<b>Access</b>
Drive north route 139 from Fujinomiya. Make left at the sign.
yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/doshi_odaki_medaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL070.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL070.flv.jpgDoshi Odaki and MedakiDoshi Odaki and Medaki (道志村・雄滝雌滝) are waterfalls located in Doshi Village, Yamanashi. It is one of the best sceneries of Doshi. Odaki, the male falls is a powerful straight falls. Medaki, the female falls, is the soft sliding falls. It is famous for match making waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Drive route 413. There is a sign for this falls.
yes154http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ebirasawa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL189.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL189.flv.jpgEbirasawa FallsEbirasawa Falls (エビラ沢の滝) is located in northern Kanagawa Prefecture. It is 15m tall waterfalls. It is lone of the best scenery in Sagamihara.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Drive route 413 to 76 south.
yes147http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/makime_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL190.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL190.flv.jpgMakime Great FallsMakime Great Falls (牧馬大滝) is one of the great waterfalls locate Sagamihara, Kanagawa. It is about 20m tall waterfall with surrounding criffs.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Parking: 500 yen.
You have to walk on the river to see. So, be very careful. After the heavy rain, you cannot access to this falls.
<b>Access</b>
Drive route 413 to Doshigawa Aonohara Camping space.
yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiokawa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL191.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL191.flv.jpgShiokawa FallsShiokawa Falls (塩川滝) is located in Aikawa Town, Kanagawa. It is 2 step waterfalls and 30m tall in total. It is one of 10 best view of Aikawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
It is located on route 412.
yes162http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimodana_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL192.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL192.flv.jpgShimodana FallsShimodana Falls (下棚) is a waterfalls located in West Tanzawa, Kanagawa prefecture. It is 40m tall straight falls located in Nishizawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It is located climbing route of Mt. Asegamaru.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin-Matsuda Station of Odakyu Line.
1. use local bus (no.01) to Nishizawa Shizenkyoshitsu. (1 hr.)
2. walk (40 min.)yes227http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hondana_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL193.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL193.flv.jpgHondana FallsHondana Falls (本棚) is a waterfalls located in West Tanzawa, Kanagawa prefecture. It is 60m tall straight falls located in Nishizawa. It is one of the greatest waterfalls in Kanagawa. There is another waterfalls called Karedana Falls right in front of Hondana.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It is located climbing route of Mt. Asegamaru.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin-Matsuda Station of Odakyu Line.
1. use local bus (no.01) to Nishizawa Shizenkyoshitsu. (1 hr.)
2. walk (40 min.)
yes337http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nishizawa_riverside/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL194.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL194.flv.jpgNishizawa RiversideNishizawa Valley (西沢) is great valley with many waterfalls located in Western Tanzawa Mountains, Kanagawa Prefecture. It is a nice trekking route of Mt. Asegamaru.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It is located climbing route of Mt. Asegamaru.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin-Matsuda Station of Odakyu Line.
1. use local bus (no.01) to Nishizawa Shizenkyoshitsu. (1 hr.)
2. walk (40 min.)
yes457http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hoki_cedar/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL195.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL195.flv.jpgHoki CedarHoki Cedar (箒杉) is located in Nakagawa, Ashigara, Kanagawa. It is about 2,000 years old Cedar Tree. It is 45m tall and 12m round. Hoki Cedar is chosen as 100 best trees of Kanagawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin-Matsuda Station of Odakyu Line.
1. use local bus (no.01) to Hokisugi. (1 hr.)
2. walk (40 min.)
yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaida_kiso_horse_village/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL076.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL076.flv.jpgKaida Highland Kiso Horse VillageKaida Highland Kiso Horse Village (開田高原 木曽馬の里) is a stable of Kiso Horse located in Kiso Town, Nagano Prefecture. Kaida Highland is about 1,200m high from the sea level and very cool place even in summer. In this stable, there are 30 Kiso Horses. It's open for public and you can touch them free. There are horse riding experience, draft riding, wagon tour and sled riding at winter. Kaida Highland Horse Village is a great stable with surrounding nature. It will be great family activity with nature and animals.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Time: 8:30 to 16:30
Horse Riding: 10:00 to 12:00, 14:00 to 16:00
Draft Horse Riding:
- Short Course: 500 yen 2 min.
- Long Course: 1,000 yen 5 min.
Horse Riding: 1,500 yen 15 min.
All season. All weather.
Wagon: 500 yen~
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. there is a shuttle bus to Kaidakogen Visitor's center.
2. walk 5 min.
Note: Don't enter the track and inside of the fence. You can feed horses with grasses around the stable.
yes464http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tomoegafuchi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL077.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL077.flv.jpgTomoegafuchi Tomoegafuchi(巴渕) is riverside located in Kiso, Nagano Prefecture. Legend said, Kiso Yoshinaka and his wife Tomoe played here. Tomoe was the famous Samurai Woman who supported Shogun Kiso Yoshinaka. At this river, Tomoe trained her martial arts and swimming.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Miyanokoshi Station.
1. use local Bus to Tomoegafuchi.
yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaida_yamashita_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL078.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL078.flv.jpgKaida Yamashita HouseYamashita House (開田高原山下家住宅) is the traditional house located in Kiso, Nagano. It was constructed in the end of Edo period. Yamashita Family was the head of Kiso Horse Stables in Kiso Kaida Highland. Therefor, this house is very unique because there is a stable inside.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
Close: Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use bus to Yamakaryokan.
yes462http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/midori_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL049.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL049.flv.jpgMidori Fudo FallsMidori Fudo Falls (みどり不動滝) is 25m tall waterfalls located in Midori, Gunma. It has beautiful surrounding Koyo in November.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. There is no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiryu Station.
1. use Watarase Line to Goube Station.
2. use local Bus to Takinouebashi.
yes216http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/onaka_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL050.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL050.flv.jpgOnaka Great FallsOnaka Great Falls (小中大滝) is one of the best waterfalls located Mt. Akagi, in Gunma. It is about 96m tall with beautiful surrounding nature. During Koyo Season in November, it has a beautiful Koyo.
<b>Tourist</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akagi Station.
1. use Watarase Line to Gonbe Station.
2. use local bus to Oitsuke Station.
3. walk 30 min.
yes224http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takatsudo_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL051.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL051.flv.jpgTakatsudo ValleyTakatsudo Valley (高津戸峡) is one of the best Koyo Spot in Gunma. It is located westside of Mt. Akagi, Midori City. Takatsudo Valley is a part of Watarase river with great scenic beauty.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiryu Station.
1. use Watarase Line to Omama Station.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes392http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaida_highland_ice_cream_factory/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL081.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL081.flv.jpgKaida Highland Ice Cream FactoryKaida Highland Ice Cream Factory (開田高原アイスクリーム工房) is a dairy products factory and one of the main feature of Kaida Highland, Kiso, Nagano prefecture. It has a great dairy products made from local foods. Ice Cream, Cheese, Batter and Yogurt are all made from fresh foods of Kaida Highland. The special feature of this factory seasonable soft-cream and corn soft-cream. It has also yogurt made from Sunki's lactobacillus.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Time: 10:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. use local bus to Kisoumanosato.
yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kibio_mountain_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL082.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL082.flv.jpgKibio Mountain PassKibio Mountain Pass (キビオ峠展望台) is one of the best view spot for Mt. Ontake located in Kiso Highland, Nagano prefecture. It has a great view of Mt. Ontake and Mt. Norikura. It is also very famous for nigh sky spots.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. From route 19 to 269 to Kiso Highland.
yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoshinaka_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL080.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL080.flv.jpgYoshinaka MuseumYoshinaka Museum (義仲館) is a historical museum of Kiso Yoshinaka. Yoshinaka is one of Shogun and hero during Genpei War in 12th century. He is one of Genji clan and defeated Heike clan. However, he lost by his own Genji side, Minamoto no Yoritomo. This museum displays the life of his story.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, free for under Junior.
Close: Monday.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Miyanokoshi.
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes283http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanto_kikka_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL052.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL052.flv.jpgKanto Kikka FestivalKanto Kikka Festival (関東菊花大会) is a matsuri of Chrysanthemum held in Gunma. It is held from the end of October to the end of November. There are about 1,300 Kiku Flowers displayed in Nagame park. There are many food stands open in this festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 200 yen for under junior.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00 (last entry 15:30)
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiryu Station.
1. use Watarase Line to Omama Station.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes268http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokuonji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL079.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL079.flv.jpgTokuonji TempleTokuonji Temple (徳音寺) is Rinazai Buddhism temple of Kiso clan located in Kiso Town, Nagano Prefecture. It is the temple of Kiso Yoshinaka who is famous Shogun during Genpei War. In 1168, Yoshinaka buried his mother at this temple. There are graves of Yoshinaka, his mother, Kanehira, his wife Tomoe and Kanemitsu.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: Fee.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Miyanokoshi.
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes183http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kozenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL084.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL084.flv.jpgKozenji TempleKozenji Temple (興禅寺) Zen temple located in Kiso, Nagano prefecture. It is one of three major temple in Kiso. There are 4 beautiful Japanese gardens including the largest sand garden in Japan. Kozenji was established in 1434 by Kiso Nobumichi. Also, this is known as the temple of Kiso Yoshinaka. There is a grave of Yoshinaka.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 300 yen for kids.
Open: 8:30 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. walk 20 min.
yes412http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suimu_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL083.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL083.flv.jpgSuimu ShrineSuimu Shrine (水無神社) is located in Kiso, Nagano Prefecture. Record said, it was established in the middle of 13th century. It has beautiful thousand years old Hinoki Trees. Inside of the hall, there are many beautiful large Ema. It has been respected by the people of Kiso as the guardian of the valley. The most famous Matsuri, Mikoshimakuri, holds by this shrine. It happens in July 23.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use Local Suimujinjashita.
yes206http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shibamata_shichifukujin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL330.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL330.flv.jpgShibamata ShichifukujinShibamata Shichifukujin (柴又七福神巡り) is one of the popular tourism in Shibamata. Visiting 7 temples that enshrine 7 Lucky God. 7 Lucky God, Shichifukujin, are Daikokuten, Ebisuson, Bisyamonten, Benzaiten, Hoteison, Fukurokuju and Jurojin. It is about 1 hour tour to worship and get special Goshuin.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Special paper: 200 yen.
Gosyuin: 200 yen.
1600 yen in total.
Special paper has a tour map.
<b>Access</b>
0. start at Shibamata Station.
1. Ryokanji (10 min.)
2. Shinshoin (10 min.)
3. Daikyoji (5 min.)
4. Mampukuji (5 min.)
5. Hoshoin (5 min.)
6. Ioji (10 min.)
7. Kanzoji (25 min.)
yes577http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/togo_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL062.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL062.flv.jpgTogo ParkTogo Park (東郷公園) is located in Hanno, Saitama. It was built for Admiral Togo in 1925. Admiral Togo joined the opening ceremony of this park. There many items from the Russo-Japanese War displayed at this park. It is also know as one of the best Koyo spot in Saitama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Hanno Station.
1. use Seibu Chichibu line to Agano Station.
2. walk (30 min.)
yes235http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/menuma_shodenzan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL067.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL067.flv.jpgMenuma ShodenzanMenuma Shodenzan (妻沼聖天山観喜院) is one of the three major Shoden temple in Japan. It is Shingon Buddhism temple located in Kumagaya, Saitama. The main hall called Shodendo has a beautiful carving art. It is the Gogen Style building that is the same as Nikko Toshogu. Shodendo was constructed in 1760. It tools over 20 years. There were many famous artist and designers such as Hidari Jingoro joined this. It's been completely restored and registered as the national treasure of Japan. Shodenzan was found by Saito Sanemori in 1179. His son became a Buddhist priest and established this temple.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 700 yen for adult. Free for under junior high.
Time: 10:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya Station.
1. use Local Bus 6 to Shodenmae (30 min.)
yes482http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suwa_hachiman_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL064.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL064.flv.jpgSuwa Hachiman ShrineSuwa Hachiman Shrine (諏訪八幡神社) is located in Hanno, Saitama. It was established in 1516 by Nakayama clan and Hatakeyama clan. It enshries two famous gods of warriors.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at Hanno Craft Museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. use JR Kawagoe Line to Komagawa.
2. use JR Hachiko Line to Higashi Hanno.
3. walk west.
yes189http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chichibu_ontake_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL063.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL063.flv.jpgChichibu Ontake ShrineChichibu Ontake Shrine (秩父御嶽神社) is one of Ontake Shrine located in Hanno, Saitama prefecture. It was established by Kamoshita Seihachi who was the faithful monk of Mt. Ontake in 1894. There is also memorial park and shrine of Admiral Togo Heihachiro. The shrine is located on the top of mountain. You can experiencing the climbing up Mt. Ontake
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Please donate: 100 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. Hanno Station.
1. use Seibu Chichibu line to Agano Station.
2. walk (30 min.)
yes206http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_tenran_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL065.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL065.flv.jpgMt. Tenran KoyoMt. Tenran is one of great hiking spot located in Hanno, Saitama. It has great Koyo spot in Saitama. The top of Mt. Tenran is 194.6m high. It has beautiful Koyo during the middle to the end of November.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at Hanno Craft Museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. use JR Kawagoe Line to Komagawa.
2. use JR Hachiko Line to Higashi Hanno.
3. walk west.
yes190http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/torii_kannnon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL066.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL066.flv.jpgTorii KannnonTorii Kannnon (鳥居観音) is a huge Kannnon statue located in Hanno, Saitama. There are three statues and the main statue is about 23m tall. They are constructed in 1971. The pray hall is 10m tall and open weekend. They are located on the top of Mt. Hakuun, 460m high. It is very popular Koyo spot.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It will take 40 min. from the bottom.
500 yen for diving up to the top.
Entering Kannon: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids.
Time: 9:00 to 15:00
Open: From April to November at weekend and Holiday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Higashi Hanno Station.
1. use local bus to Renkeibashi
2. walk (5 min.)
yes224http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/seikeien_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL068.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL068.flv.jpgSeikeien GardenSeikeien Garden (星渓園) is Japanese Garden located in Kumagaya, Saitama. It was built by Takei during the end of Edo period. It is a small pond surrounding style garden with 3 tea houses. This garden has existed since 1623. The central pond was used to be a spring.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (16:00 from November to February.)
Admission: Free.
Close at Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanakawado/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL333.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL333.flv.jpgHanakawadoHanakawado (花川戸) is a shoe store's district located in Asakusa. It is known as the wholesale district of Japanese traditional Shoes, such as Zori, Setta and Geta. In Hanakawado, there are about 70 shoe stores. It's especially popular for leather products. Not only shoe stores, but also there are Zori shop, Sandal shops and bag shops. They have many unique and special design and all of them are very reasonable price. It the middle of December, there is Hakidaore market at Hanakawado park. About 30 stores in Hanakawado open their shop in this market.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is wholesale district, so they close on weekend.
Some of the shop don't sale to person.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tobu Asakusa.
1. walk north.
yes515http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hikari_saiten/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL334.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL334.flv.jpgHikari no SaitenHikari no Saiten (光の祭典2013) is a Christmas Illumination held at Motofuchie Park, Adachi, Tokyo. There 70,000 LED illuminate the night of Tokyo in winter. Main feature is a giant illumination decorated on Keyaki Trees.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Time: 17:00 to 21:00
Period: End of November to Christmas.
Admission: free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kitasenju Station.
1. use Tobu Line to Kakenozuka.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes233http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kichijoji_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL331.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL331.flv.jpgKichijoji IlluminationKichijoji Illumination (吉祥寺イルミネーション) displays at north side entrance. The illumination has about 90,000 lights and perform with music. It happens from November to January.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: November 3 to January 13.
Time: 17:00 to 24:00
Location: North side space of Kichijoji Station, Sunroad street and Koen street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Chuo Line at Kichijoji.
1. walk north.
yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/muchu_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL332.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL332.flv.jpgMuchu IlluminationMuchu Illumination (むチューイルミネーション) is a winter light-up illumination held at north side of Mitaka Station. It starts around the middle of November to the end of January.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: The middle of November to the end of January.
Time: 17:00 to 25:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kichijoji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Mitaka Station (2 min.).
2. walk north.
yes88http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakidaore_market/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL335.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL335.flv.jpgHakidaore MarketHakidaore Market (はきだおれ市) is a great free market of leather shoes held in Asakusa. At the weekend of the middle of December, about 30 shoes in Hanakawado gather at Hanakawado park and sale their shoes with a great discount price.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
From 10:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa Station.
1. walk north.
yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mashiko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN041.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN041.flv.jpgMashikoMashiko (益子) is a town of ceramic located in Tochigi prefecture. There are hundreds of ceramic studio in this town. Over 400 ceramic artist live in Mashiko and create many great ceramic. There are also experiencing ceramics and many ceramic museum. It is a great spot for one day trip around Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at Mashikoyakikyohan center.
Every weekend unless it's not rain, there is a free ceramic market.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utsunomiya Station.
1. use local bus 123 to Mashiko (60 min.)
2. walk (20 min.)yes595http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mashikoyaki_cooperation_center/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN040.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN040.flv.jpgMashikoyaki Cooperation CenterMashikoyaki Cooperation Center (益子焼窯元共販センター) is a great wholesale store of Mashiko Ceramics located Mashiko, Tochigi prefecture. There are about 60 studios from Mashiko. It has all kinds of ceramic products for private use and commercial use. It will be great gifts as well. There are also restaurant and experiencing ceramics.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utsunomiya Station.
1. use local bus 123 to Mashiko (60 min.)
2. walk (20 min.)
yes595http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shoji_hamada_mashiko_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN039.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN039.flv.jpgShoji Hamada MuseumShoji Hamada Memorial Mashiko Reference Museum (濱田庄司記念益子参考館) is a museum of ceramic artist, Shoji Hamada, located in Mashiko, Tochigi prefecture. Shoji was one of the most famous ceramic artist who was entitled as one of the first living national treasure of Japan. His house, storage and studio became the exhibition space for his works and his collections from all over the world.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 800 yen for adutle, and 400 yen for high school. Kids free.
There is a group discount.
Close: Monday(next day when monday is holiday).
Time: 9:30 to 17:00(last entry)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utsunomiya Station.
1. use local bus to Mashikosankokan (45 min.)
2. walk (3 min.)
yes594http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashihara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA006.flv.jpgKashiharaKashihara (橿原) is where the first imperial palace was located and the first Emperor of Japan, Jinmu Tenno, became the emperor at this place. It is one of the popular spot in Nara, especially during New Year's Days about one million people visit Kashihara and join New Year Worship. There is also the Kofun of Emperor Jinmu. Kashihara is the birthplace of the history of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at Kashihara Jingu.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kintetsu Line Kashihara Jingumae Station.
yes555http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashihara_jingu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA007.flv.jpgKashihara JinguKashihara Jingu (橿原神宮) is Jingu Shrine located in Nara. It enshrines the first Japanese Emperor Jinmu, Jinmu Tennou. In Japanese Myth, Emperor Jinmu is the descendant of Amaterasu Omikami. With the guidance of Yata crow of Kumano, he conquered the land of Yamato, and became the emperor at this place, Kashihara. This Jingu was established in 1890 by Emperor Meiji. He donated the main hall and pray hall from the Kyoto Imperial Palace. Outer Pray Hall and other buildings were built for the 2,600 years Anniversary of Japan. From January 1 to 5, visitors are allowed to go inside of the Outer Pray Hall, and they are able to pray at the Inner Pray Hall. In this period of Hatsumode, about one million visitors worship at Kashihara Jingu.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Time: From Sunrise to Sunset.
Museum: 300 yen for adult, and 200 yen for under high school.
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
From January 1 to 5, inside of the Outer Hall is open for public.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. walk north (5 min.)
yes290http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kofun_emperor_jinmu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA008.flv.jpgKofun of Emperor JinmuKofun of Emperor Jinmu (神武天皇陵) is located in Kashihara, Nara. Emperor Jinmu is the 1st Japanese Emperor. His Mausoleum a circular and entire site is 500m x 400m square. In Japanese Myth, He was the descendant of Amaterasuomikami. With the guidance of Yata crow of Kumano, he conquered the land of Yamato, and became the emperor at this place (from B.C. 660 to B.C.585).
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
DONOT enter the sacred area and forest.
DONOT eat, drink or smoke.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Kashihara Line to Unebigoryomae.
2. walk west.
yes175http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/diamond_fuji_ryugadake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL071.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL071.flv.jpgDiamond Fuji at Mt. RyugadakeDiamond Fuji at Mt Ryugadake (ダイヤモンド富士初日の出) happens on New Year's Day. The phenomenon of the sun seeming to rise out of the summit of Mt Fuji is called Diamond Fuji. It is the most popular the New Year's sunrise spot in Japan. Mt Ryugadake is a popular hiking spot located in Yamanashi prefecture and is 1,485m high.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking as well as restrooms at the Lake Motosu Campsite. It takes two hours to walk to the top of the mountain, but many people visit to see this event on New Year's day so it will be very crowded.
<b>Access</b>
There is no public transport operating at this time of night, so you need a car. The parking area is located at Lake Motosu.
yes165http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_katsuragi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI100.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI100.flv.jpgMt. KatsuragiMt. Katsuragi (葛城山) is 452m tall mountain located in Izu peninsula. It has a great view of Mt. Fuji and Suruga Bay area. There are free foot Onsen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Ropeway: A round trip for adult 1300, 650 for kids.
Time(Feb. 16 to Oct. 15): 9:00 to 16:40 (Last to goes down 17:10)
Time(other): 9:00 to 16:10 (Last to goes down 16:40)
<b>Access</b>
Direct Bus from Shinjuku Station.
0. at Mishima Station.
1. use Izu Hakone Line to Izu-Nagaoka.
2. use bus to Izunoukni chi yakushomae.
yes328http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/goryu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI101.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI101.flv.jpgGoryu FallsGoryu Falls (五竜の滝) are waterfalls located in Susono, Shizuoka. There are 5 12m-tall waterfalls. Three waterfalls on the main river are called Odaki, and two other waterfalls located on eastside are called Medaki.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Parking close at 17 p.m.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numazu Station.
1. use JR Gotenba Line to Susono station.
2. walk north (20min.)
yes206http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/saiko_iyashi_no_sato/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL072.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL072.flv.jpgLk. Saiko Iyashi no Sato NENBALk. Saiko Iyashi no Sato NENBA (西湖いやしの里根場) is a restored village located in north side of Mt. Fuji, Yamanashi prefecture. There are 20 restored traditional houses in this place. All of them are used for craft shops, restaurants, museum and gift shops. It has a great view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 350 yen for Adult, 150 yen for kids.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (Mar. to Nov.), 9:30 to 16:30 (Dec. to Feb.)
Close Wednesday in winter.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fujisan Station.
1. use Retro Bus to Saikoiyashinosatonenba.
2. walk.
yes590http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shopping_arcade_tateishi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL336.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL336.flv.jpgThe Shopping Arcade of TateishiThe Shopping Arcade of Tateishi (立石商店街) is a great local shopping district located Katsushika, Tokyo. There are many great food stands located in small arcade. They offers great food and delicacy of Japanese local food.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are 5 different shopping street and this video introduces Nakamise Street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa.
1. use Keisei Line to Tateishi.
yes572http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuji_buddha_tower_peace_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI103.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI103.flv.jpgFuji Ash of Buddha Tower ParkFuji Ash of Buddha Tower & Peace Park (富士仏舎利塔平和公園) is located Gotenba, Shizuoka. The ash of Buddha was gift from the 1st Indian Prime Minister Nehru. It has a great view of Mt. Fuji. It is also famous Sakura Spot. 2,000 Sakura are in this park. There are many Komainu from all countries.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on route 401. 5 min from Gotenba exit of Tomei Express.
yes223http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuji_asahi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI104.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI104.flv.jpgFuji Asahi FallsAsahi Falls (朝日滝) is 20m tall waterfalls located in Fujinomiya, Shizuoka. It has a large amount of water even in winter. Asahi means the light of Sunrise. Sun light hits this waterfalls in the morning.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. There is no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit. Located in route 184 around Kumakubo.
yes188http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ashigara_mountain_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL197.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL197.flv.jpgAshigara Mountain PassAshigara Mountain Pass (足柄峠) is one of the best Mt. Fuji view spots located on the border of Kanagawa and Shizuoka prefecture. It was used to be a part of Tokaido before Hakone. The altitude of the pass is 759m from the sea level. During the Sengoku period, there was a castle at this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on route 78.
yes141http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/americayama_park_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL196.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL196.flv.jpgAmericayama Park IlluminationAmericayama Park Illumination (アメリカ山公園イルミ) is a winter illumination happens in Americayama park. The illumination starts from the end of November to December 31. Light up starts from 18:00 to 23:00. It has a great view of Yokohama night scenery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Date: November to December 31.
Time: 18:00 to 23:00
<b>Access</b>
0. Yokohama Station.
1. use MinatoMirai Line to Motomachi-Chukagai.
2. walk south.
yes210http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukuhara_sake_liquor_store/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL337.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL337.flv.jpgFukuhara Sake Liquor StoreFukuhara Sake Liquor Store (ふくはら酒店) is a great liquor store located in Naka-Okachimachi. It has a great collections of Sake from all over Japan. Not only Sake, but also it has all kinds of liquors such as Umeshu, craft beer, Shochu and wine including wines and craft beer from all over the world. It has also tasting Sake for several brands of Sake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Open:
Weekdays: 9:00 to 20:00
Saturday: 9:00 to 19:00
Close on holidays and 2nd 4th Saturday.
Tasting: 200 yen for 60cc.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Okachimachi.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes528http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uematsu_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI102.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI102.flv.jpgUematsu HouseUematsu House (植松家住宅) is one of the traditional houses located in Susono, Sizuoka. It was constructed in early 18th century. It was used to be a farmer's house.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are restroom and parking.
Open: Weekend and Holiday.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numazu station.
1. use JR Gotenba Line to Susono Station.
2. walk north (30 min.)
yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jinnai_town_tondabayashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL022.flv.jpgJinnai Town of TondabayashiJinnai Town of Tondabayashi (富田林寺内町) is popular spot with many traditional houses located in southern Osaka. It is one of the best spot to walk around with Kimono. There are about 40 traditional houses that were built in Edo period. It is a great Kyoto style town in Osaka.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Recommend to park at Tondabayashi city hall.
restroom at Jinnaimachi visiter's ceter.
You can get a map as well.
Note: don't enter the house. They are still in use.
So, be quiet.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Higashi Station.
1. use Nankai Koya Line to Kawachi Nagano.
2. use Kintetsu Nagano Line to Tondabayashi.
3. walk south.
yes242http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asuka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA009.flv.jpgAsukaAsuka (飛鳥) is a town with many historical sites from 7th century in Japan. It is located in central Nara prefecture. It is the first imperial palace was located in this place. There are hundreds of Kofun, ruins of imperial palace, temple and mausoleums. The first emperor of Japan became the emperor at this place and many of the important historical evens happened at this place. This is the oldest imperial palace of Japanese Empire, and history of Japan began at this place. There are many historical relics from 4th to 7th century. Also, the first temple in Japan, Asuka Temple, is in this area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
There is a rental bike service at the station.
The price is about 1,000 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Line to Asuka.
yes592http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asuka_history_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA010.flv.jpgAsuka History ParkAsuka History Park (飛鳥歴史公園) is a history park with many Kofun located in Asuka, Nara Prefecture. There is a Asuka Hisotry Museum that displays many historical relics found in Asuka. There are two Kofun, Takamatsuzuka Kofun and Nakaoyama Kofun in this park. The wall painting that found in Takamatsuzuka Kofun is only few 7th century paintings that found in Japan. The copy of the painting is displays in this park as well. There are observatory and play ground.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are restroom and parking.
Asuka History Museum: Admission is free.
Time: 9:30 to 17:00.
Takamatsuzuka Wall Painting: 250 for adults, 130 for students, 70 for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Line to Asuka.
2. walk (20 min.)
yes102http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tenmu_jito_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA011.flv.jpgKofun of Emperor Tenmu and JitoKofun of Emperor Tenmu & Jito (天武天皇・持統天皇陵) is the mausoleum of the 40th Emperor Tenmu and the 41st Empress Jito. Emperor Tenmu is one of the powerful Emperor who built strong central government in Japan and conquered most of Japan. He became the emperor after the victory of Jinshin no Ran in 672. Empress Jito was the wife of Emperor Tenmu and became the emperor until their son became the 42nd Emperor.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
Do not enter the restricted area.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Line to Asuka.
2. walk (20 min.)
yes88http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ishibutai_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA012.flv.jpgIshibutai KofunIshibutai Kofun (石舞台古墳) is the largest stone grave of Japan located in Asuka, Nara Prefecture. It was constructed in early 7th century. It is the stone chamber of mausoleum of Soga no Umako. There are about 30 stones constructed for this chamber and entire weight is about 2,300 ton. The roof is about 77 ton. This chamber was covered with the earth. However, the earth had lost. The inside of the chamber is 7.7m long x 3.5m wide x 4.7m tall. It was used to be 51m square Kofun with moat.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 250 yen for adults, 200 yen for high school, 150 yen for junior high, 100 yen for elementary school.
There is a group discount.
Time: 8:30 to 16:45
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Line to Asuka.
2. use local bus to Ishibutai.
3. walk (4 min.)
yes202http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kofun_emperor_monmu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA013.flv.jpgKofun of Emperor MonmuKofun of Emperor Monmu (文武天皇陵) is the Mausoleum of Emperor Monmu located in Asuka, Nara prefecture. Emperor Monmu was passed way in 707 and buried at this place. He was the 42nd Emperor of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at Asuka History park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Line to Asuka.
2. walk (20 min.)
yes56http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/den_asuka_itabukinomiya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA014.flv.jpgDen Asuka ItabukinomiyaDen Asuka Itabukinomiya (伝飛鳥板蓋宮跡) was one of the ruins of Imperial palace. It is located in Asuka, Nara prefecture. In 645, Taikanokaishin was happened in this place. It was very important event in the history of Japan. It was used to be the size of 156m x 197m.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Line to Asuka.
2. use local bus to Tachibanadera.
3. walk north.
yes64http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakafune_stone/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA015.flv.jpgSakafune StoneSakafune Stone (酒船石) is one of mysterious stone in Asuka, Nara Prefecture. It is a carved granite with unique texture. The size of the Sakafune Stone is 5.5m long, 2.3m wide and 1m thick. No body knows about how to use this stone.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Line to Asuka.
2. walk (20 min.)
yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ohara_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA016.flv.jpgOhara ShrineOhara Shrine (大原神社) and Ohara no Sato (大原の里) is the birthplace of Fujiwara no Kamatari. Kamatari is the first of Fujiwara clan. He was born in 614 and helped Emperor Tenji for his revolution. Fujiwara clan had controlled the imperial palace for over 10,000 years.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. walk east (30 min.)
yes62http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kofun_kinmei/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA017.flv.jpgKofun of Emperor KinmeiKofun of Emperor Kinmei (欽明天皇陵) is located in Asuka, Nara. In Nihonshoki, Emperor Kinmei 571 April. His wife who is the mother of Emperor Suiko. It is front square back circle Kofun 140m in total. Thereare Kibihimenomiko Kofun and Monkey Stones right next his Kofun.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Line to Asuka.
2. walk (5 min.)
yes116http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kirakira_tachibana_shopping_st/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL338.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL338.flv.jpgKirakira Tachibana Shopping StKirakira Tachibana Shopping St. (下町人情キラキラ橘商店街) is a shopping district located in Sumida ward, Tokyo. There are about 30 stores in this street. It has great food stores that offer great local Japanese food, such as Oden, Yakitori, Takoyaki, Katsu, Korokke and sweets, with a great low price. You can enjoy what people in Japan eat daily with only budget of 1,000 yen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Keisei Asakusa Station.
1. use Keisei Line to Hikifune Station.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes594http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiba_daimon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL339.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL339.flv.jpgShiba-DaimonShiba-Daimon (芝大門) is one of the popular spot in the middle of Tokyo Metro. There are many famous Tokyo tourist spots located in Shiba-Daimon. Tokyo Tower and Zojoji temple is located in this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There are restroom at Shiba Park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Daimon Station of Toei Oedo Line and Asakusa Line.
1. walk north.
yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamakura_shichifukujin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL198.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL198.flv.jpgKamakura ShichifukujinKamakura Shichifukujin (鎌倉七福神) is traveling 7 temples and shrines that enshrines each 7 different gods. It is very popular tourism in Japan. In Shichifukujin tour, you will visit and correct Gosyuin, the special sign and stamp of temple or shrine.
There is a special paper for collecting Gosyuin. That paper with full of Gosyuin is considered as the very lucky item to keep.
It is great way to enjoy your travel. At the end it has a special gift for your good luck.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The paper is 1,000 yen.
Each Gosyuin is 300 yen.
There are 7 temple-shrine and one additional shrine at Enoshima.
<b>Access</b>
Starts at Kitakamakura Station and finish at Enoshima Line Hase Station.
Total length is about 5km long.
yes596http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_ohira_hiking_course/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL077.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL077.flv.jpgMt. Ohira Hiking CourseMt. Ohira Hiking Course (大平山ハイキングコース) is one of the popular trekking spot that has a great view of Mt. Fuji. The course is located north side of Lake Yamanaka, Yamanashi Prefecture. It is about 10km long course and takes 4 to 5 hours. It is very popular one-day hiking spot near Tokyo because it has direct express bus from Shinjuku.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the side of Lake Yamanaka.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station, Tokyo.
1. use Fuji-Q express bus to either Mt. Fuji or Hirano.
2. climb up 1 hours.
yes209http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_ohira/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL073.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL073.flv.jpgMt. OhiraMt. Ohira (大平山) is one of the best view point of Mt. Fuji. It is located north side of Lake Yamanaka, Yamanashi. The top observatory is 1296m high. It is one of the peaks of Ohirayama hiking course. This hiking course is one of the popular route that has a great view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the side of Lake Yamanaka.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station, Tokyo.
1. use Fuji-Q express bus to either Mt. Fuji or Hirano.
2. climb up 1 hours.
yes99http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_hirao/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL074.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL074.flv.jpgMt. HiraoMt. Hirao (平尾山) is one of the best view point of Mt. Fuji. It is located north side of Lake Yamanaka, Yamanashi. The top observatory is 1318m high. It is one of the peaks of Ohirayama hiking course. This hiking course is one of the popular route that has a great view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the side of Lake Yamanaka.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station, Tokyo.
1. use Fuji-Q express bus to either Mt. Fuji or Hirano.
2. climb up 1 hours.
yes138http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_ishiwari/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL075.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL075.flv.jpgMt. IshiwariMt. Ishiwari (石割山) is one of the best view point of Mt. Fuji. It is located north side of Lake Yamanaka, Yamanashi. The top observatory is 1413m high. It is the peaks of Ishiwariyama hiking course. This hiking course is one of the popular route that has a great view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the side of Lake Yamanaka.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station, Tokyo.
1. use Fuji-Q express bus to Hirano.
2. climb up 2 hours.
yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ishiwari_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL076.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL076.flv.jpgIshiwari ShrineIshiwari Shrine(石割神社) is located on Mt. Ishiwari, Yamanashi Pref. It is established based on the legend of Amano Iwato. There is crack on the rock. When walk though the pass 3 times (clockwise), give you good luck.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the side of Lake Yamanaka.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station, Tokyo.
1. use Fuji-Q express bus to Hirano.
2. climb up 1 hours.
yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/unryu_valley_snow_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN042.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN042.flv.jpgSnow Trekking at Unryu Valley Snow Trekking at Unryu Valley (雲竜渓谷スノートレッキング) is one of the most popular snow trekking at Nikko, Tochigi prefecture. It is about 15km long trekking on the snow headding the Unryu Valley where has many giant icicles and frozen waterfalls. It is just like walking through the ice age. These snows icicles are good from the end of Janurary to middle of Februrary.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Need complete winter climbing suits and shoes.
It need also the climbing spikes, helmet and stocks.
Don't visit here alone. Travel with a guide or some one who had been Unryu valley.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. use local bus or taxi to Takio Shrine.
2. walk (4 hours)
yes579http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/unryu_valley_winter/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN043.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN043.flv.jpgUnryu Valley in WinterUnryu Valley in Winter (冬の雲竜渓谷) is one of the popular spot in Nikko. From the end of January to the mid Februrary, Unryu Valley has a great frozen waterfalls and giant icicles. It is one of the best plains of silvery white.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Need complete winter climbing suits and shoes.
It need also the climbing spikes, helmet and stocks.
Don't visit here alone. Travel with a guide or some one who had been Unryu valley.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. use local bus or taxi to Takio Shrine.
2. walk (4 hours)
yes258http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiso_fukushima_ski_resort/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL088.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL088.flv.jpgKiso-Fukushima Ski ResortKiso-Fukushima Ski Resort (きそふくしまスキー場) is located Kiso, Nagano prefecture. It has 9 different courses and its longest courses is 4,600m long. On the top of the slope, it has a great view of Mt. Ontake. It is ski only slope. Kiso-Fukushima Ski Resort has free shuttle buses from Kiso-Fukushima Station. Also, it has rental service for all Ski gears. So, it is a very convenient ski resort because it has free shuttle bus from the station and rental service for all ski gears. You can visit here with empty hand.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking, restaurant and resting place.
Lift time: 8:30 to 16:30
Day pass: 4,200 yen for adult. 2,700 yen for kids.
Rent all gears: 3,500 yen for adult. 3,000 yen for kids.
Time for Shuttle Bus (20min.):
From the station: 8:35 and 9:35
From the resort: 15:20 and 16:20
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use Free Shuttle bus to Kiso-Fukushima Ski Resort. (20 min.)
yes550http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaida_snowshoe_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL089.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL089.flv.jpgKaida Snowshoe TrekkingKaida Snowshoe Trekking(開田スノーシュートレッキング)is a popular winter activity in Kiso, Nagano Prefecture. You can rent snowshoes at Kaida Visitor's center and walk around the Kiso Uma no Sato, the stable. It takes 60 to 90 min. Kaida in winter has a lot of snow in winter. Therefore, you can enjoy walking on a deep powder snow. It has a great view of Mt. Ontake. Also, you can see Japanese Horses at the stable.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Rental cost: 1,000 yen for a day.
Business Hours of the center: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use local bus to Kisoumanosato iriguchi.
yes593http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shirakawa_giant_wall_of_icicles/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL085.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL085.flv.jpgShirakawa Giant Wall of IciclesShirakawa Giant Wall of Icicles (白川氷柱群) is the main feature of Kiso Town in Winter. It appears at a cliff side of Mt. Otake where water spring. From the middle of January to the end of February those spring water frozen up and form a giant wall of icicle. It grows up to 50m talls and 250m wide. It is the art of winter that you can see in Kiso, Nagano prefecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. Be careful there is not many bus to visit here.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. use bus to Keyakinoyu.
2. Walk (5min.)
yes294http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyotaki_falls_in_winter/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL086.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL086.flv.jpgKiyotaki Falls in WinterKiyotaki Falls in Winter (冬の清滝) is very beautiful because it will be frozen up compeletely. It is about 30 tall waterfalls located southern side of Mt. Ontake. It is very popular waterfalls for Takigyo. Many Syugensya will visit and practice at this falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. 1. use local bust to Kiyotaki.
yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_shizenko_in_winter/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL087.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL087.flv.jpgLake Shizenko in winterLake Shizenko in winter(冬の自然湖) is has a great scenery with snow. It is located Otaki, Nagano Prefecture. It is very new lake formed in 1984. Therefore, many dry trees are sticking out from the water and has very mysterious view because of them. In winter, it will be completely covered with snow.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Be careful to drive to this lake.
There is no public transportation.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. Drive to route 256
2. change to route 486
yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/juhyo_of_zao/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG017.flv.jpgJuhyo, Ice Monster, of ZaoJuhyo, Ice Monster, of Zao(蔵王の樹氷) is one of the most popular feature in Tohoku. This phenomena happens only few mountains of Tohoku in the world. All trees will be covered with snow and ice, and they just look like monsters. Juhyo only formed with extremely wet and cold wind from Siberia. When that wet wind hits the high mountain like Zao, Juhyo appears. Juhyo in Zao appears from January to March. Feb. is the best time to see. It is one of the most unique and beautiful scenery of Japanese winter.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is very easy access to the top of Mt. Zao by Ropeway.
Period: from the end Of Dec. to early Mar.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00
Round Trip: 2,500 yen for adult, 1,250 yen for kids.
Best time is visit in February.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station.
1. use shuttle bus to Zao Onsen.
2. walk to Zao Sancho Ropeway.
3. 30 min. to the top.
yes265http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/robaien_at_mt_hodo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL069.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL069.flv.jpgRobai-en at Mt. HodoRobai-en at Mt. Hodo (宝登山ろうばい園) is one of popular winter sweets garden located in Nagatoro, Saitama Prefecture. On the top of Mt. Hodo, there are about 3,000 Robai trees. From the beginning to the end of February, beautiful yellow flowers with nice smell fully bloom. It is a beautiful color combination between, snow white, blue sky and yellow flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Addmission fee for ropeway: (round trips) 800 yen for Adult
and 400 for kids.
Open hours: 9:40 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chichbu Station.
1. use Chichbu Line to Nagatoro (15 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes330http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagatoro_arai_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL070.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL070.flv.jpgNagatoro Arai HouseNagatoro Arai House (長瀞旧新井家住宅) is one of the traditional houses located in Nagatoro. This house was constructed about 270 years ago. Unlike other traditional houses, this house uses wooden plate roof. Also, this area has a stable inside of the house. Arai House was major producer of silk in this area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen, 100 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00, (closes at 16:00 fro Oct. to Mar.)
Close: On Monday. When Monday is holiday. It closes on Tuesday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chichbu Station.
1. use Chichbu Line to Nagatoro (15 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes132http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kesennuma_yokocho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI028.flv.jpgKesennuma Yokocho Kesennuma Yokocho (気仙沼横丁) is a portable stall shopping mall located in Kesennuma, Miyagi. It was built after Tsunami in March 2011. All of the stores around this area were destroyed by Tsunami. This shopping mall is started as the beginning of the restoring and created a new tourist spot. There are 14 restaurants and bars, and 6 stores that sales local products and souvenir. All of the restaurants serve the fresh local food, especially seafood, and the menu are very reasonable and taste excellent. It is a great place enjoy Kesennuma food.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kesennuma Station.
1. walk east (20min.)
yes854http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minamisanriku_sansan_shotengai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI029.flv.jpgMinamisanriku Sansan ShotengaiMinamisanriku Sansan Shotengai (南三陸さんさん商店街) is a temporary shopping mall with portable stall constructions. It is located in Minamisanriku, Miyagi prefecture where had a serious destruction by Tunami in 2011. It was built in Feb 2012 for the symbol of restoration of Minamisanriku. There are 30 stores open at this mall. There is open table and cafe for visitors.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kesennuma Station.
1. use JR BRT to Shizugawa Station.
yes449http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kesennuma_fish_marketplace/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI030.flv.jpgKesennuma Fish MarketplaceKesennuma Fish Marketplace (気仙沼魚市場) is the one of the popular spot in Kesennuma. All the visitors can observe the inside of the market from the 2nd floor. Kesennuma is the most unloading port of Swordfish in Japan. Also, bonito is the 17 years running most unloading bonitos including year 2011. From July, the special fish start catching swordfishes, and the 1st floor will be covered with full of swordfishes. That is very powerful view.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Only 2nd and 3rd floors are accessible.
Don't access to the 1st floor.
Time: 7:00 to 12:00
Most of action happens in early morning.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kesennuma.
1. use JR BRT to Minami Kesennuma Station.
2. walk
yes358http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_amba/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI033.flv.jpgMt. AmbaMt.Amba(安波山) is a symbol of Kesennuma, Miyagi prefecture. It is about 239m tall mountain and has a great view of Kesennuma port and bay area. Amba means praying the safe ship and large haul. This mountain is also considered as the nest of Dragon in Fusui. Therefore, there are two dragon objects that made from the seashells.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kesennuma Station.
1. walk north (30 min.)
yes100http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_jizo_of_zao/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG018.flv.jpgMt. Jizo of ZaoMt.Jizo of Zao (蔵王地蔵山) is one of mountains of Zao. The altitude of the top is 1736m. It has a great view of Yamagata area. In winter the trees around the top form Juhyo, aka Ice monster. It is one of the most popular scenery of Japanese winter. There is a ropeway to reach the top. Because it has a ski resort on this mountain, it is very easy access to the top. Therefore, it is very popular spot to enjoy hiking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It is very easy access to the top of Mt. Zao by Ropeway.
Period: from the end Of Dec. to early Mar.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00
Round Trip: 2,500 yen for adult, 1,250 yen for kids.
Best time is visit in February.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station.
1. use shuttle bus to Zao Onsen.
2. walk to Zao Sancho Ropeway.
3. 30 min. to the top.
yes249http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_otakamori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI031.flv.jpgMt. OtakamoriMt. Otakamori(大高森) has one of 4 great view of Matsushima, Miyagi. It is 106m tall mountain located in south-west side of Matsushima Bay. Matsushima is considered as one of the 3 views of Japan, and the view of Matsushima from Mt. Otakamori is caled Sokan. It has also great view of Zao mountains and Mt. Kurikoma.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
20 min. by climbing up.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station.
1. use JR Senseki Line to Nobiru Station.
2. walk south 1hr.
yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_iwai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI032.flv.jpgCape IwaiCape Iwai (岩井崎) is one of the view spots of Kesennuma. It has a beautiful cape with many unique rocks. When the waves hit the rocks, it splash the water very high. That high splash is one of the main feature of this spot.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kesennuma Station.
1. use BRT to Rikuzenhashikami Station.
2. walk east (30 min.)
yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawaguchi_green_center_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL071.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL071.flv.jpgBairin of Kawaguchi Green CenterBairin of Green Center (川口グリーンセンターの梅林) is one of the popular Ume, Japanese plum, spot in Kawaguchi, Saitama. There are about 200 plum trees in this park. Ume and Fukujuso bloom beautiful flowers from the end of February to March.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, and 100 yen for kids.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:00)
Close: Tuseday(when it is holiday, it will close on Wedensday.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use JR Keihintohoku Line to Kawaguchi Station.
2. use local Bus at 7 to Green Center.(25 min.)yes295http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawaguchi_flower_center/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL072.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL072.flv.jpgKawaguchi Flower Promotion CenterFlower & Green Promotion Center (花と緑の振興センター) is located Kawaguchi, Saitama. It has a beautiful Ume, Japanese plum, garden. From the February to the end of March the garden is open and beautiful Ume Flowers are blooming. There are 136kinds 200 Ume trees in this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking & restroom.
Admission: free
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
Ume garden open only February to March.
<b>Access</b>
0. Omiya Station.
1. use JR Keihintohoku Line to Minamiurawa.
2. use JR Musashino line to Higashikawaguchi.
3. use Saitamakosoku Line to Araijuku.
4. walk east (20 min.)yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/misato_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL053.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL053.flv.jpgMisato BairinMisato Bairin (箕郷梅林) is one of the largest plum farm in Kanto. It is located in Gunma prefecture. There are about 100,000 plum trees in this farm. It is 3 major Ume spot in Gunma. From the middle of March to the end, beautiful Ume flowers bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
The best time to see is late March.
Parking: 300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Yotsuya.
2. walk west (40 min.)
yes318http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/haruna_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL054.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL054.flv.jpgHaruna BairinHaruna Bairin(榛名梅林) is one of the largest plum farm in Kanto. It is located in Gunma prefecture. There are about 70,000 plum trees in this farm. It is 3 major Ume spot in Gunma. From the middle of March to the end, beautiful Ume flowers bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
The best time to see is late March.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Yotsuya.
2. walk west (40 min.)
yes337http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shibuya_cat_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL340.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL340.flv.jpgShibuya Cat StreetShibuya Cat Street (渋谷キャットストリート) is a street with many stylish fashion shops locate west side of Harajuku. This area is considered as the Harajuku backstreet. There are many unique and stylish clothing stores, shoes, accessories and all other kinds of fashions. You will find whatever you are looking for at this street. Most of Harajuku, Kawaii fashion is born in this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Harajuku Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes700http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minowa_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL055.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL055.flv.jpgMinowa CastleMinowa Castle (箕輪城) is a hilltop castle located in Takasaki, Gunma. It is one of the greatest and strongest castle in Kanto region. Minowa castle was built by Nagano clan in 1512, and he defeated Takeda Shingen many times with this castle. The area of this castle is 1,100m noth-south and 500m west-east. Many dry moat, dirt hills, stone walls and baileys remains in great conditions. Therefore, it is registered as the national historic site and one of 100 best Japanese castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Misatohoncho.
2. walk (20 min.)
yes307http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakata_castle_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL064.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL064.flv.jpgBairin of Sakata CastleBairin of Sakata Castle (坂田城趾梅林) is one of the popular plum spot in Chiba. There are about 1,200 Ume trees in this castle. From the end of February. to mid March, beautiful plum flowers bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use JR Sobu line to Yokoshiba.
2. walk north (25 min.)
yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakata_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL065.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL065.flv.jpgSakata CastleSakata Castle (坂田城) is one of Hilltop castle located in Chiba. It was constructed in 14th century by Ida clan. It was very important castle to protect Shimousa attacking from Kujukuri beach. In 1590, it was abandoned according to Hideyoshi's Odawara war. The structures of the cantle remains great. It is also very popular Ume spot in Chiba, today.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use JR Sobu line to Yokoshiba.
2. walk north (25 min.)
yes288http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kirakiratachibana_gourmet/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL341.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL341.flv.jpgKirakiratachibana gourmetKirakiratachibana gourmet (キラキラ橘ご当地グルメ) is one of the best way to enjoy Japanese local food. Kirakira Tachibana Shotengai is a shopping street located in Sumida, Tokyo. There are many local food stores that sales local Japanese delicacy.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom at visitor's center.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Keisei Asakusa Station.
1. use Keisei Line to Hikifune Station.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes702http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_takigo_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL080.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL080.flv.jpgMt.Takigo TrekkingMt.Takigo Trekking (滝子山トレッキング) is popular spot for hikers because of great accessibility from Tokyo Metro. Mt. Takigo is 1,610m tall mountain located Otsuki, Yamanashi prefecture. It is about 6 hours of trekking, and on the top of Mt. Takigo, it has a great view of Mt. Fuji. This view of Mt. Fuji is chosen as one of 12 best view points of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
No car, No bus required. Only train.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otsuki Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Sasago or Hatsugari.
2. climb up 3 hr.
yes574http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_takigo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL079.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL079.flv.jpgMt. TakigoMt. Takigo (滝子山) is chosen as one of 12 best view spots of Mt. Fuji. It is located Otsuki, Yamanashi prefecture. The top of Mt. Takigo is 1610m high from the sea level. It has a great panorama view.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otsuki Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Sasago.
2. climb up 3 hr.
yes148http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mochiga_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL078.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL078.flv.jpgMochiga FallsMochiga Falls (モチガ滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Mt. Takigo. Mt. Takigo is 1,610m tall mountain located in Otsuki, Yamanashi. This mountain has many beautiful waterfalls and Mochigo is one of them.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otsuki Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Sasago.
2. walk 1 hr.
yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_meguro_river/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL342.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL342.flv.jpgSakura at Meguro RiverSakura at Meguro River (目黒川のさくら) is one of the most popular Sakura spot in Tokyo. There are about 830 Sakura on the riverside. From the Ikejiriohashi to Meguro which is about 3.2km becomes Sakura Promenade. Because it is great location for People live in Tokyo and Yokohama, it is a great Hanami spot.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There are many food stand and light up at night.
<b>Access</b>
Nearest stations are, Ikejiriohashi, Nakameguro and Meguro of Tokyu Line.
0. at Shibuya
1. use Denentoshi Line to Ikejiriohashi ( 2 min.)
2. use Toyoko Line to Nakameguro (4 min.)
3. use JR Yamanote Line to Meguro (8 min.)
yes435http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yozakura_ueno_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL343.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL343.flv.jpgYozakura at Ueno ParkYozakura at Ueno Park (上野公園夜桜) is one of the best way to enjoy Sakura at Night. Ueno Park is located in Ueno, Tokyo. It is one of the most popular Sakura spot in Tokyo. There are 800 Sakura trees that bloom in early April. On the weekend, people gather here and have hanami party. The light of lanterns keeps until 8pm for night party as well. It is called Yozakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up until 20:00.
No BBQ
<b>Access</b>
0. Ueno station.
1. walk (3 min.)
yes339http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/misaki_port/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL199.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL199.flv.jpgMisaki PortMisaki Port (三崎港) is a port town located in Miura peninsula, Kanagawa prefecture. It is a town of Tuna. There are many Tuna stores and fish market that serve the fresh seafood that unloaded at Misaki port. Of course there are many Tuna restaurants as well. Because it is located with 2 hours from Tokyo, Misaki port is very popular tourist spot in Kanagawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is public parking.
Use Urari's restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kurihama Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Misakiguchi.
2. use local bus to Misakiko.
yes597http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_yokote_ski_resort/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL090.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL090.flv.jpgMt.Yokote Ski ResortMt.Yokote Ski Resort (横手山スキー場) has one of the longest ski season in Japan. It is located in Shiga Highland, Nagano prefecture. The slope of Yokoteyama is located on the highest place in Japan. Its altitude is 2,305m. Because it is located so high on the mountain, you can enjoy ski until May.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
One Day lift ticket: 4,800 yen for adult, 4,000 yen for senior and 2,400 yen for kids.
Deposit for the card: 500 yen.
Time: 8:30 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station.
1. use Nagaden Nagano Line to Yutanaka.
2. use bus to Hasuike.
3. change bus to Kumanoyu
yes474http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaikoen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL096.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL096.flv.jpgKaikoenKaikoen (懐古園) is a ruin of Japanese castle located in Komoro, Nagano pref. It is one of 100 best Japanese castles. Originally, it was constructed by Yamamoto Kansuke. Then, Sengoku Hidehisa finished it. This castle is very unique because it is located lower than castle town. Many famous poets like Shimazaki Toson visit here and wrote a poem. It is also very famous Sakura spot in Nagano.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for all museum. 200 yen for kids.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00
From December to middle of March, Wednesday is closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinanoi Station.
1. use Shinano line to Komoro.
2. walk (2 min.)
yes368http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arato_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL093.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL093.flv.jpgArato castleArato castle (荒砥城) is a mountain castle located in Chikuma, Nagano. It was constructed in Muromachi Period. It was used to be a castle of Yamada clan. This castle was abandoned in 1584. The gates, walls, keeps and houses are reconstructed as in that time. It has typical structures of Japanese mountain castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult. Free for under Junior high.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry is 16:30)
Closed from: 12/29 to 1/3
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinanoi Station.
1. use Shinano line to Tokuga Station.
2. walk west.
yes278http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inariyamajuku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL092.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL092.flv.jpgInariyamajukuInariyamajuku (稲荷山宿) is an old post town located in Chikuma, Nagano prefecture. There are many traditional houses and kura remaining in this town. Therefore, it has a view of Edo period.It was used to be one of the largest post towns on Zenkoji temple road.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking at Kurashikan museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinanoi station.
1. use Shinano Line to Yashiro Station.
2. walk west (30 min.)
yes328http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sarashina_shrine_katakuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL095.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL095.flv.jpgKatakuri at Sarashina ShrineSarashina Shrine (佐良志奈神社) is famous for Dogtooth Violet. It is located Chikuma, Nagano prefecture. In early April, beautiful Katakuri Flowers bloom at the shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinanoi Station.
1. use Shinano line to Tokuga Station.
2. walk west.
yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/anzu_no_sato/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL094.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL094.flv.jpgAnzu no SatoAnzu no Sato (あんずの里) is an apricot farm located Chikuma, Nagano pref. There are about 100,000 Anzu trees in this area. Around the beginning of April beautiful flowers bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Most of the parking place charge you 500 yen.
Don't park your car on the street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinanoi Station.
1. use Shinano Line to Yashiro.
2. walk (30min.)
yes310http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_at_shiroyamainari/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL073.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL073.flv.jpgSakura at ShiroyamainariSakura at Shiroyamainari (城山稲荷神社) is one of the Sakura spot in Saitama. There is small but beautiful Sakura avenue. This Inari Shrine was established in the end of Sengoku period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. At Kumagaya Station.
1. use JR Takasaki Line to Honjo.
2. walk 15 min.
yes171http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/togura_kamiyamada_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL091.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL091.flv.jpgTogura Kamiyamada OnsenTogura Kamiyamada Onsen(戸倉上山田温泉) is one of Onsen town located in Chikuma, Nagano prefecture. There are about 50 Onsen Hotel and Ryokan. Also there are 7 Public Onsen in this town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking at Public Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinanoi Station.
1. use Shinano line to Togura.
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes396http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nanko_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK025.flv.jpgNanko ParkNanko Park is one of the popular Sakura spot in Shirakawa, Fukushima. Around the lake side, there are about 800 beautiful Sakura. From the middle to the end of April, beautiful Sakura bloom. It has a beautiful scenery of Mt. Nasu as a back ground.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin - Fukushima Station.
1. walking to East (30 min.)
yes378http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_nanko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK026.flv.jpgLake NankoLake Nanko is one of the national historic site and scenic beauty in Fukushima. It is also very famous Sakura spot in Shirakawa. There are 800 Sakura that bloom in the middle of April. Lake Nanko is the oldest park in Japan. Therefore, it is designated as national historic site and scenic beauty.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin - Fukushima Station.
1. walking to East (30 min.)
yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nanko_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK027.flv.jpgNanko ShrineNanko Shrine (南湖神社) is located in Shirakawa, Fukushima. It was established in 1922. It enshrines Matsudaira Sadanobu. There is a sacred Sakura tree for this shrine. It is about 200 years old beautiful Sakura. It is called Rakuou Zakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Shinshirakawa Station.
1. use bus to Nankokoen.
2. walk
yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otohimezakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK028.flv.jpgOtohimezakuraOtohimezakura (乙姫桜) is one of the beautiful Sakura in Shirakawa, Fukushima. It is located in side of Myokanji Temple. It is 400 years old beautiful Red Sweeping Sakura. The record of the temple said, it was given by Date Masamune. It bloom in the middle of April.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking but no restroom.
No Hanami party.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shirakawa Station.
1. walk south.
yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/genseizakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK029.flv.jpgGenseizakuraGenseizakura (源清桜) is one of the popular Sakura in Shirakawa, Fukushima. It is located inside of Myotokuji Temple. It is 400 years old Red Sweeping Sakura. It was planted when the first priest of this temple found Myotokuji. It bloom in the middle of April.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking but no restroom.
No Hanami party.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shirakawa Station.
1. walk south.
yes133http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suirakuen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK030.flv.jpgSuirakuenSuirakuen (翠楽苑) is a Japanese garden located in Shirakawa, Fukushima. It is designed by Matsudaira Sadanobu, the lord of Shirakawa in 1801. It is a beautiful pond surrounding style garden. There are many tea houses and resting place for enjoying the moment. It has Plum, Sakura, Azalea, Iris and many other seasonable flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 320 yen for adult. 160 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Free on: Jan 1, May 5 and 3rd Monday of September.
Office hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30), Dec. to Mar. closed 30min. earlier.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin-Shirakawa Station.
1. use Local Bus to Nankokoen.
2. walk
yes332http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takamizu_sanzan_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL344.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL344.flv.jpgTakamizu sanzan TrekkingTakamizu sanzan Trekking (高水三山ハイキング) is three mountains located in Okutama, Tokyo. It consists of Mt. Takamizu, Mt. Iwatakeishi and Mt. Sogaku. It is a popular hiking spot in Tokyo. The entire trekking will take about 5 hours. It is very easy to access from Tokyo metro.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom. No parking space.
The course time is 4 to 5 hours.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tachikawa Stataion.
1. use JR Ome Line to Mitake or Ikusabatake.
yes599http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jomon_sugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS001.flv.jpgJomon SugiJomon Sugi (縄文杉) is the largest cedar tree in Japan. It is the main attraction in Yakushima Island. Jomon Sugi is about 25.3m tall and 16.4m girth. The altitude of Jomon Sugi is about 1,300m from the sea level, and the route of Jomon Sugi is very popular trekking spot in Yakushima. The age of Jomon Sugi is calculated from 2,000 to 7,200 years old.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The route to the Jomon sugi takes about 5 hours.
There are some restroom and water spots in the route.
The shuttle bus to the entrance is available at Yakusugi Shizenkan.
You can order Lunch Box at hotel or any other stores and they will delivery at the Yakusugi Shizenkan in the morning.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus stop very early in the morning (4am)
1. use shuttle bus to Yakusugi Shizenkan.
2. use shuttle bus to the entrance of Arakawa Tozando.
3. walk 5 hours.yes107http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/wilson_stump/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS002.flv.jpgWilson StumpWilson Stump (ウィルソン株) is one of the most popular spot in Yakushima Island. It is a huge stump of Yakusugi that was cut about 300 years ago. It is about 13.8m girth 2,000 years old cedar tree. Inside of Wilson Stump is open and the roof has a figure of heart.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The route to the Jomon sugi takes about 5 hours.
There are some restroom and water spots in the route.
The shuttle bus to the entrance is available at Yakusugi Shizenkan.
You can order Lunch Box at hotel or any other stores and they will delivery at the Yakusugi Shizenkan in the morning.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus stop very early in the morning (4am)
1. use shuttle bus to Yakusugi Shizenkan.
2. use shuttle bus to the entrance of Arakawa Tozando.
3. walk 3 hours.yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jomonsugi_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS003.flv.jpgJomonsugi TrekkingJomonsugi Trekking (縄文杉コース) is the most popular tourism in Yakushima Island. It is about 10 hours trekking for round trip. This route leads to Jomonsugi that is the largest Yakusugi trees in Japan. It has many giant Yakusugi that is over 1,000 years old Cedar trees. Around the area of Jomon sugi is designated as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the best nature spot in Japan. The forest of Yakushima is such a beautiful scenery in the world.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The route to the Jomon sugi takes about 5 hours.
There are some restroom and water spots in the route.
The shuttle bus to the entrance is available at Yakusugi Shizenkan.
You can order Lunch Box at hotel or any other stores and they will delivery at the Yakusugi Shizenkan in the morning.
Mountain Fee: 500 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus stop very early in the morning (4am)
1. use shuttle bus to Yakusugi Shizenkan.
2. use shuttle bus to the entrance of Arakawa Tozando.
3. walk 10 hours.yes901http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oko_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS004.flv.jpgOko FallsOko Falls (大川の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Yakushima. It is a 88m tall dynamic waterfalls. It is the best waterfalls in Yakushima Island.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
use local bus to Okonotaki.yes251http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/senpiro_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS005.flv.jpgSenpiro fallsSenpiro falls (千尋の滝) is one of the popular waterfalls in Yakushima Island. It is about 60m tall waterfalls located in southern Yakushima. Westside of the falls is giant rock of Mt. Mocchomudake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Bus stop, Tainokawa. Then walk 40 min.yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagata_inaka_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS008.flv.jpgNagata Inaka BeachNagata Inaka Beach (永田いなか浜) is the only beach with white sand in Yakushima Island. It is located on the western Yakushima Island. It is also famous for an egg-laying site of sea turtle. Sea turtles will appear for laying from middle of May to end of July.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus station.
1. get off at Inakahama.yes253http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shitogo_gajumaru_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS006.flv.jpgShitogo Gajumaru ParkShitogo Gajumaru Park (志戸子ガジュマル) is a Banyan park located in northern Yakushima.
There are many Gajumaru trees and some of them are about 500 years old. The texture of Gajumaru is so strong and unique.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for under high school.
Time: 8:30 to 18:30 (17:30 from Sep. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus station.
1. stop at Nakabashi Station.
2. walk 18 min.yes351http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/seibu_rindo_road/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS009.flv.jpgSeibu Rindo RoadSeibu Rindo Road (西部林道) is located in western Yakushima Island. It is a part of Yakushima UNESCO World Heritage Site. It goes through the Jangle of Yakushima.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can see wild monkey and deer.
Don't stop your car when you are driving.
Don't give any food to wild animal.
Watch out the pedestrians.
<b>Access</b>
Needs a car.yes172http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yakushima_nunobiki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS007.flv.jpgYakushima Nunobiki FallsYakushima Nunobiki Falls (屋久島 布引きの滝) is one of the waterfalls in Yakushima. It is located northern Yakushima Island. It is about 20m tall waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at bus station.
1. stop Issoh Station.
2. walk 1 min.yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yakushima_ryujin_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS011.flv.jpgYakushima Ryujin FallsYakushima Ryujin Falls (屋久島 竜神の滝) is one of the waterfalls in Yakushima Island. It is about 30m tall and located in southern Yakushima.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Anbo town.
1. drive to Senpiro Fallsyes116http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sandai_sugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS014.flv.jpgSandai SugiSandai Sugi (三代杉) is one of huge Cedar trees located in Yakushima Island. It means 3 generation cedar. It is 38.4m tall and 4.4m round. 1st generation tree was 1500 years old and fell about 1200 years ago. 2nd generation was grown over the 1st one and cut when it was 1000 years old. 3rd generation is now groaning over the 2nd generation.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The route to the Jomon sugi takes about 5 hours.
There are some restroom and water spots in the route.
The shuttle bus to the entrance is available at Yakusugi Shizenkan.
You can order Lunch Box at hotel or any other stores and they will delivery at the Yakusugi Shizenkan in the morning.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus stop very early in the morning (4am)
1. use shuttle bus to Yakusugi Shizenkan.
2. use shuttle bus to the entrance of Arakawa Tozando.
3. walk 2 hours.yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nioh_sugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS015.flv.jpgNioh SugiNioh Sugi (仁王杉) is a huge Yakusugi tree located in Jomonsugi route. It has a shape of Nio Statue. At the middle of the tree, it has a shape of Nioh's mouth.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The route to the Jomon sugi takes about 5 hours.
There are some restroom and water spots in the route.
The shuttle bus to the entrance is available at Yakusugi Shizenkan.
You can order Lunch Box at hotel or any other stores and they will delivery at the Yakusugi Shizenkan in the morning.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus stop very early in the morning (4am)
1. use shuttle bus to Yakusugi Shizenkan.
2. use shuttle bus to the entrance of Arakawa Tozando.
3. walk 2 hours.yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daio_sugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS016.flv.jpgDaio SugiDaio Sugi (大王杉) is one of the giant cedar in Yakushima Island. It is 24.7m tall and 11.1m girth. It was used to be the largest Yakusugi in Yakushima. It is about 3,000 years old Yakusugi. Daio means the King of Cedar.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus stop very early in the morning (4am)
1. use shuttle bus to Yakusugi Shizenkan.
2. use shuttle bus to the entrance of Arakawa Tozando.
3. walk 2 hours.yes98http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/meoto_sugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS017.flv.jpgMeoto SugiMeoto Sugi (夫婦杉) is a couple of Yakusugi located in the Jomonsugi route. Two difference cedars are merged on the middle of the trees. The larger one is the husband and their have 500 years age difference.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus stop very early in the morning (4am)
1. use shuttle bus to Yakusugi Shizenkan.
2. use shuttle bus to the entrance of Arakawa Tozando.
3. walk 2 hours.yes71http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakama_gajumaru/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS010.flv.jpgNakama GajumaruNakama Gajumaru (中間ガジュマル) is one of a huge Banyan located in southern Yakushima Island. The shape of this Gajumari is a large gate. This natural gate was used for NHK drama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus station.
1. use a local bus to Nakama.
2. walk 2 min.yes202http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/east_china_sea_view_spot/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS012.flv.jpgEast China Sea View spotspot in Yakushima Island. It has a great view of East China Sea. Because it faces to the west, it has a beautiful Sunset.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. 10 min. from Miyanoura Port.yes85http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oko_spring/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS013.flv.jpgOko SpringOko Spring (大川湧水) is one of the 100 best water located in Yakushima Island. It is very soft water because it doesn't contain much minerals. It is located near Oko Falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
You can drink this water.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any Bus Station.
1. use local bus to Okonotaki.
2. walkyes93http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiratani_unsui_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS022.flv.jpgShiratani Unsui ValleyShiratani Unsui Valley is one of the popular spot in Yakushima. It has many beautiful Moss field that was appears in the movie Princess Mononoke and Yakusugi, giant 1,000 years old Cedar trees. It is about four hours of trekking. This valley has one of the best scenic beauty in Japan, especially moss field and water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
You need trekking shoes, water and lunch box.
For beginners.
Takes 4 to 5 hours.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Miyanoura Port.
1. use a bus to Shiratani Unsui Valley (35 min.)yes1025http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kokemusumori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS026.flv.jpgKokemusumoriKokemusumori (苔むす森) is one of the main attraction in Yakushima Isaland. It is a deep forest covered with full of moss. The image of Princess Mononoke is coming from here. Kokemusumori is located in Shiratani Unsui Valley. It is one of the best scenic beauty in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
You need trekking shoes, water and lunch box.
For beginners.
Takes 4 to 5 hours.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Miyanoura Port.
1. use a bus to Shiratani Unsui Valley (35 min.)yes116http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suginoya_chopsticks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS021.flv.jpgSuginoya Chopsticks CraftingSuginoya (杉の舎) is a Yakusugi Craft Shop located right next to Yakushima airport. It has many beautiful Yakusugi, the giant cedar tree, craft works. Suginoya also offers making chopsticks from Yakusugi. About 2 hours, you can make your own Yakusugi chopsticks.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Making Chopsticks: 1050 yen or more.
Takes: 1 to 2 hours.
Need a reservation.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yakushima Airport.
1. walk (5 min.)yes578http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toroki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS020.flv.jpgToroki FallsToroki Falls (トローキの滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Yakushima Island. It is 6m tall waterfalls. This fall directly fall into sea. Only 2 waterfalls fall into sea in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at bus station.
1. use local bus to Tainokawa.
2. walk.yes119http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiryu_otoshi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS023.flv.jpgHiryu Otoshi FallsHiryu Otoshi Falls (飛竜おとしの滝) is one of the waterfalls in Yakushima. It is located in Shiratani Unsui Valley. The height is about 50m tall. It is the first attraction in that Valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
You need trekking shoes, water and lunch box.
For beginners.
Takes 4 to 5 hours.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Miyanoura Port.
1. use a bus to Shiratani Unsui Valley (35 min.)yes115http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/taiko_rock/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS027.flv.jpgTaiko RockTaiko Rock (太鼓岩) is located in Shiratani Unsui Valley. It is located at the goal of its trekking. Its altitude is 1050m from the sea level and has a great view of Yakushima's valleys and mountains. It is the goal of Shiratani Unsui Valley Trekking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
You need trekking shoes, water and lunch box.
For beginners.
Takes 4 to 5 hours.
Be very careful.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Miyanoura Port.
1. use a bus to Shiratani Unsui Valley (35 min.)yes89http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kigensugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS019.flv.jpgKigensugiKigensugi (紀元杉) is one of the Giant Cedar Tree located in Yakushima. It is about 3,000 years old Yakusugi. The height is 19.5m and its girth 8.1m.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yakusugi_land/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS018.flv.jpgYakusugi LandYakusugi Land (ヤクスギランド) is one of main attraction in Yakushima Isuland. It is a nature park with full of Yakusugi, the giant cedar trees. It has a 3 hours of hiking course that you can enjoy a great nature of Yakushima.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen.
Time: 8:30 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at bus stop Anboko.
1. use bus to Kigensugi.
2. get off at Yakusugiland.yes591http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nanahonsugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS025.flv.jpgNanahonsugiNanahonsugi (七本杉) is one of Yakusugi located in Shiratani Unsui Valley. It is about 22m tall and 3.1m girth giant cedar tree.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
You need trekking shoes, water and lunch box.
For beginners.
Takes 4 to 5 hours.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Miyanoura Port.
1. use a bus to Shiratani Unsui Valley (35 min.)yes129http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nezame_no_toko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL097.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL097.flv.jpgNezame no TokoNezame no Toko (寝覚の床) is one of scenic beauty of Kiso, Nagano prefecture. It is designated as the national scenic beauty. The huge rock was eroded by Kiso River and shape a unique figure. It has a beautiful green water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Be very careful.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Agematsu.
2. walk.yes123http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyotaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL098.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL098.flv.jpgKiyotaki FallsKiyotaki Falls (清滝) is 30m tall waterfalls located in Otaki, Kiso. It is very popular Takigo spot.
In winter, it will be frozen up completely.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is dressing room for Takigyo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use bus to Kiyotaki.yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shintaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL099.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL099.flv.jpgShintaki FallsShintaki Falls (新滝) is 30m tall waterfalls located in Otaki, Kiso. It is very popular Takigo spot.
In winter, it will be frozen up completely.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is dressing room for Takigyo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use bus to Shintaki.yes262http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kkazawa_nature_healing_forest/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL100.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL100.flv.jpgAkazawa Nature Healing ForestAkazawa Nature Healing Forest (赤沢自然休養林) is one of forest parks located in Kiso, Nagano. There are many hiking courses that you can enjoy beautiful forest. Each courses is well maintained and very easy to walk. There is a small train to reach the other end of park. Some of the courses have beautiful rivers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
The Train: 800 yen.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. From 19 to 473.yes463http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yayoisugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS029.flv.jpgYayoisugiYayoisugi (弥生杉) is one of Yakusugi located in Shiratani Unsui valley. It is about 3,000 years old cedar tree. It is 26.1m tall and 8.1m girth.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Miyanoura Port.
1. Use local bus to Shirataniunsuikyo.
2. Walk (20 min.)yes63http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nidaiosugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS030.flv.jpgNidaiosugiNidaiosugi (二代大杉) is one of Yakusugi located in Yakushima Island. It is 2 generations cedar tree. The current one is grown over the old one. It is about 32m tall and 4.4m girth.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
3. at Miyanoura Port.
4. Use local bus to Shirataniunsuikyo.
5. Walk (20 min.)yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanbonashisugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS024.flv.jpgSanbonashisugiSanbonashisugi (三本足杉) is one of the popular cedar in Shiratani Unsui Valley. It has three legs just like tripod. It is about 300 years old, 25m tall and 3.9m girth.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
6. at Miyanoura Port.
7. Use local bus to Shirataniunsuikyo.
8. Walk (20 min.)yes129http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/pillow_lava/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS028.flv.jpgPillow LavaPillow Lava (枕状溶岩) is one of the unique scenery in Yakushima Island, Kagoshima Prefecture. The lava cooled down under water. Therefore, lava becomes a rock so instantly and shapes unique rocks. This lava is about 100 million years old.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. bus station.
1. Use local bus to Takamibashiyes152http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shirayasawa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL075.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL075.flv.jpgShirayasawa ValleyShirayasawa Valley (白谷沢) is a small valley located in Hanno, Saitama prefecture. There are many beautiful waterfalls located in This valley. This is also located on the way to Mt. Bounorei that has a beautiful view.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hanno Station.
1. use bus to Naguriko Iriguchi.
2. walk 4 hours.yes329http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bozukuri_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL205.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL205.flv.jpgBozukuri FallsBozukuri Falls (棒作りの滝) is a large waterfalls located in Yamakita, Kanagawa Prefecture. It is 40m tall waterfalls. It was used for training monks.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space on the street. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive 76 to north. yes190http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takigo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL203.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL203.flv.jpgTakigo FallsTakigo Falls (滝郷の滝) is 20m tall waterfalls located in Matuda, Kanagawa Prefecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive to Yadorigi Shizen Kyuyo Village. 10 min. from its parking.yes159http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_bounorei/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL076.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL076.flv.jpgMt. BounoreiMt. Bounorei (棒ノ嶺) is one of the very popular hiking spot in Saitama and Tokyo. It is 969m tall mountain located between Saitama and Tokyo. It has a great view of Oku-Musashi. The trekking route is either from Tokyo or Hanno. It is about 4 hours of trekking. There is a beautiful valley in Hanno side.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hanno Station.
1. use bus to Naguriko Iriguchi.
2. walk 4 hours.yes131http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyama_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL202.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL202.flv.jpgKoyama FallsKoyama Falls (神山滝) is one of waterfalls in Kanagawa prefecture. It is 15m tall 2 steps waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsuda Station.
1. walk east (30 min.)yes182http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujikake_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL074.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL074.flv.jpgFujikake FallsFujikake Falls (藤懸の滝) is one of the waterfalls in Shiraya Valley, Hanno, Saitama prefecture. It is 2-step 10m tall waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hanno Station.
1. use bus to Naguriko Iriguchi.
2. walk 1 hours.
yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamayuri_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL204.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL204.flv.jpgYamayuri FallsYamayuri Falls (山ゆりの滝) is a small waterfalls located in Kanagawa. It is about 10m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. From Route 246 to north from Yamakita Station.
yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hydrangea_shimoda_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI105.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI105.flv.jpgHydrangea in Shimoda park Shimoda park(下田公園のアジサイ) is one of the popular Ajisai spot in Izu Peninsula. It is located southend of Izu Peninsula. There are about 150,000 Hydrangea Trees that bloom 3 million flowers. From the beginning to the end of June, beautiful Ajisai bloom. Shimoda park was used to be Japanese mountain castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Parking 500 yen.
There are food stand during June.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shimoda Station.
1. use local or shuttle bus to Shimoda park.
yes402http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawazu_iris_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI106.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI106.flv.jpgKawazu Iris GardenKawazu Iris Garden (かわづ花菖蒲園) is one of the best Iris spot in Shizuoka. It has 60 kinds 12,000 Iris flowers. Unlike others that bloom in middle of June, Iris of this garden bloom from the middle of May to early June. There are so many different kinds of beautiful Iris you can enjoy.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen for adult. Free for under Junior high.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. Shimoda Station.
1. use Izukyu Line to Kawazu Station.
2. walk north (15 min.)
yes318http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_garden_ito_ocean_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI107.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI107.flv.jpgAjisai garden of Ito Ocean ParkAjisai garden of Ito Ocean Park (伊豆海洋公園あじさい苑) is a great Hydrangea spot in Shizuoka. There are 230 kinds 3,000 Ajisai trees in this garden. Ajisai bloom from May to July that is the longest season in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (16:00 from Nov. to the end of Feb.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shimoda Station.
1. use Izukyu Line to Jogasakikaigan
2. walk (20min.)
yes247http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB031.flv.jpgKasamaKasama (笠間) is the city of ceramic located in middle of north Ibaraki Prefecture. There are many private ceramic studios. At the Craft Hills Kasama, you can enjoy experiencing making ceramics as well. Also, Kasama Inari Shrine is another main attraction of Kasama. It is one of 3 major Inari Shrines in Japan. Kasama is one of the great one day trip spot from Tokyo area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at each spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Mito Line to Kasama Station.
yes665http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasama_inari_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB032.flv.jpgKasama Inari ShrineKasama Inari Shrine (笠間稲荷神社) is one of the three major Inari shrine in Japan. It is located in Kasama, Ibaraki prefrecture. It was established in 651. As the god of farming, industry, merchant and fishin Inari shrine has been highly respected since acient Japan to even today. Many of the feudal lords in this region also had donated lots of properties. Today, about 3.5 million visitors worship at Kasama Inari Shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are public parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Mito Line to Kasama.
2. walk north (20 min.)
yes231http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/craft_hills_kasama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB033.flv.jpgCraft Hills KasamaCraft Hills Kasama (笠間工芸の丘) is located in Kasama, Ibaraki Prefecture. It is a shop and school of Kasama-yaki, Kasama style Japanese ceramic. You can experience a making Kasama-yaki by a pottery wheel or your own hands. It has also painting on ceramics, as well. Not only experiencing Kasama-yaki, Craft Hills Kasama has also ceramic school. At the gift shop, they have also local products of all over Ibaraki. At the museum, they display some of the masterpieces by ceramic artists and you can buy them, too.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Business hours: 10:00 to 17:00
Closed: Monday (Tuesday if Monday is holiday)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito station.
1. use JR Mito Line to Kasama.
2. use local bus to Kasama geijutsunomorikoen.
yes600http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasai_shinsui_ryokudo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL080.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL080.flv.jpgKasai Shinsui RyokudoKasai Shinsui Ryokudo (葛西親水緑道の菖蒲) is one of the Iris spot in Koshigaya, Saitama. Kasai Shinsui Ryokdo is a road 1.3km long riverside road located near Koshigaya City Center. Over 30 kinds of Iris are planted in this small Iris pond.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Tobu Noda Line to Kasukabe Station.
2. use Tobu Isezaki Line to Koshigaya.
3. walk east.yes252http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/satte_ajisai_festa/2016-06-12monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL078.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL078.flv.jpgSatte Ajisai Festafrom the beginning of June to the beginning of July. It is held at Satte Gongendo Bank. There are about 100 kinds 16,000 Ajisai Trees in this bank. During the festival, there are food stands, local shops that sale local products.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Tobu Dobutsukoen.
1. use Tobu Line to Satte Station.
2. use bus to Gongendoyes344http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_at_tamashiki_park/2016-06-12monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL079.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL079.flv.jpgAjisai at Tamashiki ParkAjisai at Tamashiki Park (玉敷公園) is very popular in Kazo, Saitama Prefecture. There are about 10,000 Ajisai Trees in this park. From the beginning of June to the end of June, beautiful Hydrangea bloom beautifuly.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. Use Tohoku Line to Kurihashi.
2. Use Tobu Line to Kazo.
3. Walk south.yes302http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_at_sumida_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL345.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL345.flv.jpgAjisai at Sumida ParkAjisai at Sumida Park (墨田公園アジサイ) is very popular in June. There are about 7,000 Ajisai Trees in this park. In June, they will be blooming beautifully with rain. Ajisai, Hydrangea is the way to enjoy rainy season in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. At Asakusa Station.
1. walk (2 min.)yes282http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinagawa_intercity/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL346.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL346.flv.jpgShinagawa IntercityShinagawa Intercity (品川インターシティ・フリーマーケット) has a freemarket every Sunday and holiday. About 120 shops opens in this market. You can enjoy shopping for clothings, accessories and anyother stuff.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Time: 10:00 to 16:00
Every Sunday and Holiday.
Admission: Free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. walk south (5 min.)yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_at_meigetsuin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL206.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL206.flv.jpgAjisai at MeigetsuinAjisai at Meigetsuin (明月院のアジサイ) is the most famous Ajisai, Hydrangea spot in Kamakura. There are about 2,500 Hydrangea in this temple. With the beautiful Japanese garden of temple, Hydranega bloom beautifully. From the beginning of June to the begining of July, they will bloom and many people visit here during the season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Admission in June: 500 yen.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kitakamakura.
2. walk south (10 min.)yes290http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamegayatsusaka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL207.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL207.flv.jpgKamegayatsusakaKamegayatsusaka (亀ヶ谷坂) is one of the 7 Kiritoshi, the entrance of Kamakura. It was made in Kamakura period. It is registered as the national historic site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. walk north (20 min.)yes140http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lotus_chiba_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL066.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL066.flv.jpgLotus in Chiba ParkChiba Park(千葉公園のハス) is located near Chiba Station, Chiba Prefecture. It has a beautiful pond with lotus. It is Oga Lotus that bloom from the middle of June to beginning of July. About 500 Lotus flowers bloom.
Tourist Info.
There is parking and restroom.
Lotus bloom from very early in the morning to around 10 am.
Access
0. at Chiba Station.
1. walk north (10 min.)yes232http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_hakone_tozan_line/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL209.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL209.flv.jpgAjisai along the Hakone Tozan LineAjisai along the Hakone Tozan Line (箱根登山鉄道のアジサイ), there are many beautiful Ajisai. From the middle of June to July, beautiful Hydrangea bloom. There are beautiful light-up at night for Ajisai.
Tourist Info.
Season: From Mid June to early July.
Night Ajisai Line is all only for reserved passengers.
Access
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station.
1. ride on Hakone Tozan Line.yes180http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_gora_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL210.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL210.flv.jpgAjisai in Gora ParkGora Park (強羅公園のアジサイ) has Ajisai Exhibition from June to July. It displays many kinds of beautiful Hydrangea. You can also buy these beautiful Ajisai. The park has also great Ajisai. Also, Roses are still beautifully blooming.
Tourist Info.
Admission: 500 yen, Kids free.
Business hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
There is parking.
Access
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station.
1. use Hakone Tozan Line to Gora (36 min.)
2. walk (5 min.) yes339http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL211.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL211.flv.jpgAjisai BridgeAjisai Bridge (あじさい橋) is Hydrangea spot located in Hakone Yumoto, Kanagawa. It is a bridge on Hayakawa River and one of the symbols of Hakone Yumoto Onsen. From the middle of June to the beginning of July, beautiful Hydrangea bloom.
Tourist Info.
There is no parking or restroom.
Access
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station.
1. walk.yes214http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tamadare_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL214.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL214.flv.jpgTamadare Fallsthe main feature of Hakone Yumoto Onsen. There is another waterfalls called Hien Falls.
Tourist Info.
There is parking and restroom.
Access
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station.
1. walk south (10 min.)yes168http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_odawara_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL215.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL215.flv.jpgAjisai at Odawara castleAjisai at Odawara castle (小田原城のアジサイ) is also very famous in Kanagawa. There are about 2,100 Hydrangea that bloom in June. At the same time about 6,000 Iris bloom, too. During the season, there is Ajisai festival and lighten up flowers at night.
Tourist Info.
Entrance fee for Tenshu: 400 yen. Open from 8:00 to 21:00.
There are history museum and art gallery in the park.
Access
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido line to Odawara (7 min.)
2. walk South (10 min.) yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sarusawa_ishidatami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL213.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL213.flv.jpgSarusawa IshidatamiSarusawa Ishidatami (猿沢石畳) is a historical pass of Hakone. It is a stone floor walk of Hakone Road. It is about 255m long. It was constructed in 1680 and designated as national historic site.
It is a part of Tokaido Road.
Tourist Info.
There is no parking or restroom.
Access
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station
1. walk west.yes120http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakone_hakusan_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL212.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL212.flv.jpgHakone Hakusan ShrineYumoto. It was established in 738. It was highly respected as the protector of Onsen in Hakone. There are Komainu Statues with their babies.
Tourist Info.
There is no parking.
There is restroom nearby.
Access
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station.
1. walk south (10 min.)yes102http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/goryo_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL208.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL208.flv.jpgGoryo ShrineGoryo Shrine(御霊神社) is one of the old shrine located in Kamakura. It was enshrines in late Heian Period. It also enshrines Fukurokuju that is one of 7 lucky gods shrine in Kamakura.
Tourist Info.
There is no parking or restroom.
Access
0. at Kamakura.
1. use Enoden Line to Hase.
2. walk west.yes120http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/urami_falls_of_minakami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL056.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL056.flv.jpgUrami Falls of MinakamiUrami Falls of Minakami (水上 裏見の滝) is one of the best warefalls in Gunma Prefecture. It is about 80m tall 2-step waterfalls located in Minakami. The largest falls is about 50m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive route 291 to 63. yes134http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uonuma_meguro_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG018.flv.jpgUonuma Meguro HouseUonuma Meguro House (魚沼目黒邸) is one of the traditional house located in Uonuma, Niigata Prefecture. It was constructed in 1797. Meguro Family was used to be Samurai of Ashina clan. In Edo period, they became farmer. This house presents the structure of house heavy snow area. There is a beautiful Japanese garden. Because of its historical value, Meguro House is desiginated as the national important historical assets.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
Close: from Dec. to Mar.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagaoka Station.
1. use JR Joetsu Line to Koide
2. use JR Tadami Line to Echigosuhara.
3. walk north. yes412http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uonuma_sato_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG019.flv.jpgUonuma Sato HouseUonuma Sato House (魚沼佐藤家) is one of the farmers house located in Uonuma, Niigata prefecture. It was constructed in 1738. Uonuma is one of the heavy snow region in Japan. This area has over 3m deep of snow every winter. Therefore, the structure of this house is very strong. Because of its historical value, Sato House is designated as the national important historical assets.
<b>Tourist</b>
There is parking.
Admission: 100 yen.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
Close: Dec. to Mar.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagaoka Station.
1. use JR Joetsu Line to Koide
2. use JR Tadami Line to Echigosuhara.
3. walk west. yes400http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiozawa_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG020.flv.jpgShiozawa JukuShiozawa Juku (塩沢宿) is Edo style town located in Minami Uonuma, Niigata prefecture. It was used to be a post town between the area of the sea of Japan and Edo. Bokusih St. has been fully restored as the look of Edo period. All the houses and shops on this street changed to the look of Traditional building.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restrom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagaoka Station.
1. use JR Joetsu Line to Shiozawa.
2. walk south.yes278http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamisuzu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL081.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL081.flv.jpgKamisuzu FallsKamisuzu Falls (神鈴の滝) is a group of waterfalls located on Mt Mitsutouge, Yamanashi prefecture. It is located on the trekking route of Mt Mitsutouge. There are many small waterfalls in this spots. It is about 400m long.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fujisan Station.
1. use Fujikyu line to Mitsutoge.yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_mitsutouge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL082.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL082.flv.jpgMt MitsutougeMt Mitsutouge (三つ峠) is one of the popular hiking spot in Yamanashi. It has a great view of Mt Fuji. Mitsutoge means three peaks. It is the name of three mountains, Mt Kaiun, Mt Misutaka and Mt Kinashi. It is one of the Shugendo mountain. It is one of the 200 and 300 best mountains in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It is about 6 hours of trekking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fujisan Station.
1. use Fujikyu line to Mitsutoge.
2. walk.yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_mt_tenjo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL083.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL083.flv.jpgAjisai at Mt TenjoAjisai at Mt Tenjo (天上山のアジサイ) is very famous in Lake Kawaguchi. There are about 100,000 Ajisai, Hydrangea planted on the hiking route of Mt Tenjo. Because they are located on the high altitude, Ajisai bloom from the middle of July to August.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Ajisai blooms from the middle of July to the beginning of August.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fujisan Station.
1. use Fujikyu Line to Kawaguchi Station.
2. walk (20 min.)yes289http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/edogawaku_gold_fish_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL347.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL347.flv.jpgEdogawaku Gold Fish Matsurifish market at Gyosen Park. In this market, there are about 20,000 gold fishes prepared for Kingyo Sukui. Kingyo Sukui, or capturing gold fish by paper scoop, is one of the common game in Japanese Matsuri. Not only Gold fishes, but also it sales other fish related materials such as food, fish tank and others.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There are many food stands opens, too.
The middle of July.
From 10:00 to 18:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Tozai Line to Nishikasai.
2. walk north.yes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_station/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL348.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL348.flv.jpgTokyo StationTokyo Station (東京駅) is the central station of Japan. It was constructed in 1914. All the major trains including Shinkansen start and end at this station. Exterior of the station has been fully restored as the original structure. Inside of the station, there are lots of gift shops and restaurants that come from all over Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
yes356http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/edo_castle_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL349.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL349.flv.jpgEdo Castle TourEdo Castle Tour (江戸城外苑ツアー) is one of the popular historic tour around Tokyo Station. Edo castle is where Tokugawa Shogun used to live. It was the largest castle in the world at that time. There are still many original structures and buildings remaining in this castle. It takes about 1 hour to visit all the historic site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes295http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinrinyoku_tenbodai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL102.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL102.flv.jpgShinrinyoku TenbodaiShinrinyoku Tenbodai (森林浴展望台) is a walking trail under forest in Yatsugatake. It is about 1 hours of walking under beautiful nature. The altitude is over 2,000m from the sea level. You can enjoy Subapline zone's plants and flowers in this trail.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the station of the ropeway.
Ropeway: round trip for 1900 yen for adult, and 950 yen for kids.
There is a group discount.
Time: 8:40 to 16:40 (4/19 to 7/25, 9/1 to 10/31 weekday, weekend is 20 min early at the first and 20 late at the last), 8:00 to 17:00 (7/26 to 8/31) , 9:00 to 16:00 (11/1 to 4/5)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okaya Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Chino Station.
2. use local bus to Kitayatsugatake ropeway.
yes262http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shirakoma_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL103.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL103.flv.jpgShirakoma PondShirakoma Pond (白駒の池) is one of the beautiful lake located in North Yatsugatake mountain. The altitude of the lake is about 2,100m from the sea level that is the highest lake located in Japan. It has a beautiful subalpine nature with moss of the forest. It is also beautiful Koyo spot.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okaya Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Chino Station.
2. use local bus to Mugikusatoge.
3. walk (15 min.)
yes175http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokoya_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL104.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL104.flv.jpgYokoya ValleyYokoya Valley (横谷峡) is one of best tourist spot in Tateshina Highland, Nagano prefecture. It is about 6km long beautiful valley with many waterfalls. Yokoya Valley has many beautiful aspects in each seasons. In Spring, it has green leaves. In Summer, you can play water on the riverside. In Autumn, it has beautiful Koyo. In winter, it has ice walls.
It has a great walking trail. There is Onsen facility on this valley, too.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It takes about 3 hours of walking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okaya Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Chino Station.
2. use local bus to Yokoyakyoiriguchi.
yes265http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsuboniwa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL101.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL101.flv.jpgTsuboniwaTsuboniwa (坪庭) is located on North Yatsugatake mountains. It is a bowl shape flat land made from the lava of Yatsugatake. All the plants and flowers grows on the lava. From May to August, there are many high mountain flowers bloom. With those beautiful flowers, hard lava rock and mountain pine creats the view of Japanese garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the station of the ropeway.
Ropeway: round trip for 1900 yen for adult, and 950 yen for kids.
There is a group discount.
Time: 8:40 to 16:40 (4/19 to 7/25, 9/1 to 10/31 weekday, weekend is 20 min early at the first and 20 late at the last), 8:00 to 17:00 (7/26 to 8/31) , 9:00 to 16:00 (11/1 to 4/5)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okaya Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Chino Station.
2. use local bus to Kitayatsugatake ropeway.
yes268http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otome_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL105.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL105.flv.jpgOtome FallsOtome Falls (乙女滝) is one of waterfalls located in Yokoya Valley, Nagano prefecture. It is a main feature of its valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It takes about 3 hours of walking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okaya Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Chino Station.
2. use local bus to Yokoyakyoiriguchi.
yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokoya_kirifuri_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL106.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL106.flv.jpgYokoya Kirifuri FallsYokoya Kirifuri Falls (横谷霧降の滝) is one of the waterfalls in Yokoya Valley. It is about 5m tall waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It takes about 3 hours of walking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okaya Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Chino Station.
2. use local bus to Yokoyakyoiriguchi.
yes114http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokoya_outaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL107.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL107.flv.jpgYokoya Outaki FallsYokoya Outaki Falls (横谷王滝) is one of waterfalls in Yokoya Valley, Nagano Prefecture. It is very famous for Koyo spot in Nagano.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It takes about 3 hours of walking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okaya Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Chino Station.
2. use local bus to Yokoyakyoiriguchi.
yes92http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokushima_awaodori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK001.flv.jpgTokushima AwaodoriTokushima Awaodori (徳島阿波踊り) is the best Awaodori Dance Parade in Japan. Awaodori was began in 1587 for celebration of building Tokushima Castle. There are over 1,000 dance teams perform at Tokushima Awaodori. So,about 10,000 dancers dance like crazy during the festival. Tokushima Awaodori is the most exciting and powerful summer festival in Japan. Also, about 1.3 million people enjoy this festival. The team consists with male dancers, female dancers and music players. All team has different style of dance, costume and music. The streets become the stage for their performance.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Period: August 12 to 15.
Time: 18:00 to 23:00
Around Tokushima Station all the streets will be closed.
There are two kinds of stage. Paid stages and free stages.
You can get a map of the stage at the station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokushima Station.
1. walk south.yes551http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/naruto_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK002.flv.jpgNaruto ParkNaruto Park (鳴門公園) is one of the best view park in Tokushima. Naruto Park is located on the hill of Oge Island. Its view of Naruto Strait is registered as National Scenic Beauty. At the high tide and low tide, the flow of sea create the large spirals. The spiral of Naruto Strait that is created by a tidal current is the largest spiral in the world. There are many restaurants, cafe and gift shops in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokushima Station.
1. use JR Naruto Line to Naruto.
2. use local bus to Narutokoen.yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/spiral_walk/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK003.flv.jpgSpiral WalkSpiral Walk (渦の道) is a sky walk under Onaruto Bridge, Tokushima Prefecture. The altitude of the pass is 45m above the sea level. It is a pass to enjoy Naruto Spiral. Naruto Spiral is the most famous phenomenon in Tokushima. Because of the great tideal current at Naruto Strait, it create large spirals at the strait. Spiral Walk access to the top of the spiral. There are see through window on the floor to enjoy the spiral.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen.
Time: 9:00 to 18:00 (10:00 to 17:00 from Oct. to Feb.) GW and August is 8:00 to 19:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokushima Station.
1. use JR Naruto Line to Naruto.
2. use local bus to Narutokoen.yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uzushio_kisen_cruise/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK004.flv.jpgUzushio Kisen CruiseUzushio Kisen Cruise (うずしお汽船) is a popular tourism in Naruto Strait in Tokushima. It is about 20 min. cruise and the ship approaches right next to Naruto Spiral. Spiral happens during both high and low tide. At the port, you can check out the time of the tides. It is very exciting cruise in Tokushima.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Ticket: 1,550 yen for adult, 780 yen for kids.
Every 30 min. there is a cruise. At the ticket office, there is an information for tide. So, check out the time of the tide that spirals happen well before you ride on the ship.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokushima Station or Naruto Station.
1. use local bus to Kameuragyoko.
2. walk (5 min.)yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kazura_bridge_iya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK007.flv.jpgKazura Bridge of IyaKazura Bridge of Iya(祖谷の蔓橋) is one of the most popular tourist spots in Tokushima. It is a suspension bridge made from vines and wood. It is about 45m long and 2m wide and 14m high from the river. Kazura Bridge is made by the traditional way since 12th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen.
Time: From Sunrise to Sunset.
No highheel shoes.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use root 32 near by Karazubashi.yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iya_manikinis_piss/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK008.flv.jpgIya ShonbenkozoIya Manikinis Piss, or Shonbenkozo, (祖谷渓のしょんべん小僧) the most famous scripture in Tokushima. It is located in the middle of Iya Valley. He Ps on the rock of 200m high hard cliff . Kid used to P here for testing their nerve.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking or restroom.
You can park on the street, but be careful.
Never go over the fence.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on route 32.yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/wakimachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK009.flv.jpgWakimachiWakimachi (脇町) is one of the Preserved Area with Traditional Houses located in northern Tokushima Prefecture. There are many Edo style houses with Udatsu walls. This area was famous for Aizome Clothing. Many rich merchant during the Edo period built great houses. Some of the traditional houses are over 300 years old and people are still using them.
It is also chosen as 100 best streets of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at Michinoeki Ai Land Udatsu.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Anabuki Station.
1. walk north.yes390http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amagoi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK010.flv.jpgAmagoi FallsAmagoi Falls (雨乞の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in the middle of Tokushima prefecture. There are two waterfalls. Wife falls is 45m tall. Husband Falls is 27m tall. Amagoi means pray for rain. In old time, people used to pray for rain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokushima Station.
1. use Local bus to Kamiyama Line.
2. get off at Yoriinaka.
3. walk (1 hour.)yes138http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oboke_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK005.flv.jpgOboke ValleyOboke Valley (大歩危峡) is located in western Tokushima Prefecture. It is one of the great scenery of Tokushima. There is a ship tour. Also, rafting and canoeing is very popular here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at Michinoeki.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsukuda Station.
1. use JR Dosan Line to Oboke Station.
2. walk.yes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/biwa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK006.flv.jpgBiwa FallsBiwa Falls (琵琶の滝) is one of the waterfalls in Iya Valley in Tokushima. It is about 50m tall waterfalls. Biwa means lute. It was named by Hike Worriers after Genpei war.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use root 32 near by Karazubashi.yes180http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamiyama_uguisu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK011.flv.jpgKamiyama Uguisu FallsKamiyama Uguisu Falls (神山うぐいす滝) is one of the waterfalls in Kamiyama, Tokushima. It is about 10m tall waterfalls. It is the first waterfalls you see at Amagoi Falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokushima Station.
1. use Local bus to Kamiyama Line.
2. get off at Yoriinaka.
3. walk (1 hour.)yes164http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamiyama_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK012.flv.jpgKamiyama Fudo FallsKamiyama Fudo Falls (神山不動滝) is one of the waterfalls in Kamiyama, Tokushima. It is about 5m tall waterfalls. It is the 2nd waterfalls you see at Amagoi Falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokushima Station.
1. use Local bus to Kamiyama Line.
2. get off at Yoriinaka.
3. walk (1 hour.)yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamiyama_momiji_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK013.flv.jpgKamiyama Momiji FallsKamiyama Momiji Falls (神山もみじ滝) is one of the waterfalls in Kamiyama, Tokushima. It is about 8m tall waterfalls. It is the 3rd waterfalls you see at Amagoi Falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokushima Station.
1. use Local bus to Kamiyama Line.
2. get off at Yoriinaka.
3. walk (1 hour.)yes128http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamiyama_kannon_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK014.flv.jpgKamiyama Kannon FallsKamiyama Kannon Falls (神山観音滝) is one of the waterfalls in Kamiyama, Tokushima. It is about 8m tall waterfalls. It is the 4th waterfalls you see at Amagoi Falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokushima Station.
1. use Local bus to Kamiyama Line.
2. get off at Yoriinaka.
3. walk (1 hour.)yes165http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/canoe_tour_lk_shima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL060.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL060.flv.jpgCanoe Tour at Lk ShimaCanoe Tour at Lk Shima (四万湖カヌーツアー) is one of popular water activities in Gunma Prefecture. Lake Shima is an artificial lake located in Shima Onsen. Canoeing at Lake Shima is very easy for beginners because the water is very quiet and small lake. You can approach to right next to the nature.
Tourist Info.
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 5,500 yen for adult. 4,500 yen for kids.
Course: 9:45, 12:30
In summer: 9:00, 11:30, 14:00
Time: 2 hours (about 70 min. on the lake)
Age: 4 or more
Access
Need a car go north of route 353.
yes600http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/wakayama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK018.flv.jpgWakayama CastleWakayama Castle (和歌山城) is one of hilltop castle located in Wakayama. It was built in 1585. The lord of Wakayama castle was one of Tokugawa clan during Edo period. There are stone walls, moat and some building remaining as the original. It is chosen as one of 100 best Japanese castles and registered national historic site.
Tourist Info.
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids.
Time: 10:00 to 17:30 (last entry 17:00)
Access
0. at Wakayama Station.
1. use local bus to city center.
yes388http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakasuji_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK019.flv.jpgNakasuji HouseNakasuji House (旧中筋家住宅) is one of the traditional houses in Wakayama. It is Samurai house constructed in 1852. Because of its historical value, it is registered as the national important historical asset. The house has Nagaya Gate, main house, 3 storages and 2 styles of garden. The main house has 3 stories and over 20 rooms. Nakasuji family was one of strong land owner of Wakayama.
Tourist Info.
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen
Time: 9:00 to 16:30
Open only weekend and holiday of March to November.
Access
0. at Wakayama Station.
1. use JR Wakayama Line to Senden station.
2. walk (15 min.)
yes422http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokushima_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK015.flv.jpgTokushima CastleTokushima Castle (徳島城) is one of 100 best castle located in Tokushima. It was constructed in 1585 by Hachisuka Iemasa. It is registered as the national historic site and scenic beauty. There are many moats and stone walls remaining in this castle. The site of the castle is registered as national historic site and scenic beauty.
Tourist Info.
There is parking and restroom.
Access
0. at Tokushima Station.
1. walk (10 min.)
yes163http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuonji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL084.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL084.flv.jpgKuonji TempleKuonji Temple (久遠寺) is the head of Nichiren Buddhism Temple located in Yamanashi. Kuonji was established in 1281 by Priest Nichiren. Nichren entered Mt Minobu in 1274 and spent his last years in here. Nichiren died in 1282 at Tokyo and he told his people to build his grave here. As the top of Nichiren Buddhism, many people has worshipped at Kuonji even today. The sprit and teach of Nichiren are still alive here.
Visitor's Info.
There are parking and restroom.
Access
0. at Kofu Station or Fuji Station.
1. use JR Minobu Line to Minobu.
2. walk (30 min.)
There is shuttle bus from Shijuku Station.yes420http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_minobu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL085.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL085.flv.jpgMt MinobuMt Minobu (身延山) is the sacred mountain of Nichiren Buddhism. It is 1,153m tall mountain located in Yamanashi. It has a great view of Mt Fuji. Priest Nichiren spent his last years at this mountain. There is a upper temple of Kuonji temple on the top of Mt Minobu. There is a ropeway to access to the top.
Tourist Info.
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission: 1290 yen for Adult for round trip. 640 yen for kids for round trip.
Time: 8:40 to 16:00 (Mar. 16 to Nov. 15), 9:00 to 15:40 other.
Access
0. at Kofu Station or Fuji Station.
1. use JR Minobu Line to Minobu.
2. walk (30 min.)
There is shuttle bus from Shijuku Station.yes256http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rakuju_en/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI108.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI108.flv.jpgRakuju-enRakuju-en (楽寿園) is a garden located in Mishima, Shizuoka. It is a garden made by the imperial family in 1890. It is a garden with spring water from Mt Fuji and lava. This garden made on lava is registered as the national scenic beauty. It is also registered as national monument of nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 50 yen for kid. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30, Nov. to Mar. 16:00).
Closed: on Monday. When Monday is holiday, Tuesday)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station.
1. Walk ( 1min.)yes320http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miyasan_river/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI109.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI109.flv.jpgMiyasan RiverMiyasan River (宮さんの川) is a small river located Mishima, Shizuoka. The water of the river come from Rakujuen garden. There are many unique monuments in this river. It is also popular spot for Hotaru.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station.
1. Walk south (5 min.)yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mishima_tokinokane/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI110.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI110.flv.jpgTokinokaneTokinokane (三島時の鐘) is a time chime located in Mishima-juku, Shizuoka prefecture. The bell was made in 1624. Every 6 pm, any one can ring the bell. The current bell is made in 1950.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station.
1. Use Izu Hakone Sunto Line to Mishima Hirokoji Station.
2. Walk (2 min.)yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gonbe_river/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI111.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI111.flv.jpgGonbe RiverGonbe River (権兵衛川) is a small river located in Mishima, Shizuoka. There is a strolling walk on the river. The water comes from Kohama Pond of Rakujuen. Water Garden is one of the parks in Mishima.
It has a beautiful water garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
3. at Mishima Station.
4. Use Izu Hakone Sunto Line to Mishima Hirokoji Station.
5. Walk (5 min.)yes142http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/water_garden_grove/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI112.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI112.flv.jpgWater Garden GroveWater Garden Grove(水の苑緑地) is a small park located on the riverside of Gombei River. From end of May to beginning of June, you can enjoy Fireflies. There are some springs in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Mishima Station.
2. Use Izu Hakone Sunto Line to Mishima Tamachi Station.
3. Walk (5 min.)yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryusen_en/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI113.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI113.flv.jpgRyusen-enRyusen-en (隆泉苑) is a pond surrounding garden located in Mishima, Shizuoka. It is a beautiful Japanese garden. It uses very pure water of Mishima. There is a registered traditional houses in this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is Sano museum in this garden.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Mishima Station.
2. Use Izu Hakone Sunto Line to Mishima Tamachi Station.
3. Walk (5 min.)yes207http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/taimen_stones/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI114.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI114.flv.jpgTaimen StonesTaimen Stones (対面石) are located in Shimizu town, Shizuoka prefecture. After the battle of Fujigawa in 1180, Legend said, Kamakura Shogun Yoritomo and his brother meet here 1st time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numazu Station.
1. Use local bus to Higashi Kisegawa.
2. Walk east.yes69http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kisegawa_yahata_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI115.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI115.flv.jpgKisegawa Yahata ShrineKisegawa Yahata Shrine (黄瀬川八幡神社) is a shrine located in Shimizu Town, Shizuoka. It was established in Heian period. In 1180, Kamakura Shogun Yoritomo settled his headquarter here for the battle of Fujigawa. Because of Yoritomo's victory, many Shogun and Samurai warshipped this shrine.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Numazu Station.
2. Use local bus to Higashi Kisegawa.
3. Walk east.yes114http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/trekking_mt_buko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL081.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL081.flv.jpgTrekking of Mt BukoTrekking of Mt Buko (武甲山トレッキング) is one of the very popular hiking near Tokyo. Mt Buko is the symbol of Chichibu area, Saitama Prefecture. Mt Buko is 1,304m tall and the trekking takes 6 and 1/2 hrs. It is Mt Buko is chosen as one of 200 best mountains in Japan. The forest of the mountain is very beautiful with many waterfalls. The top of Mt Buko has great view of Chichibu area. Because people can visit Mt Buko by one train from Shinjuku, many hikers visit Mt Buko from Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Course Time: 6hr. 20min.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chichibu Station.
1. use Chichibu Line to Ohanabatake.
2. use Seibu Chicibu Line to Yokoze Station.
3. walk south (2 hr.)yes601http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/buko_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL082.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL082.flv.jpgBuko Fudo FallsBuko Fudo Falls (武甲山不動滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Mt Buko, Saitama prefecture. It is one of the water point of Mt Buko Trekking. It is 4 step waterfalls and 35m tall in total.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It is located on 18th station of Mt Buko.
Water is drinkable.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chichibu Station.
1. use Chichibu Line to Ohanabatake.
2. use Seibu Chicibu Line to Yokoze Station.
3. walk south (3 hr.)yes103http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_buko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL084.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL084.flv.jpgMt BukoMt Buko (武甲山) is one of the very popular mountain in Saitama prefecture. It is about 1,304m tall. Mt Buko is the symbol of Chichibu. On the top of Mt Buko has a great view of Chichibu area. North side of Mt Buko is made of limestone and there is a stone minning. That is the course of the unique figure of Mt Buko. Because it is about 3 hours from Tokyo by Train, it is a great one day hiking spot.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Course Time: 6hr. 20min.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chichibu Station.
1. use Chichibu Line to Ohanabatake.
2. use Seibu Chicibu Line to Yokoze Station.
3. walk south (4 hr.)yes147http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/giant_cedar_32_station/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL083.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL083.flv.jpgGiant Cedar of 32 StationGiant Cedar of 32 Station (32合目大杉) is located in Mt Buko. Around this Giant Cedar is a resting place for trekking Mt Buko.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Course Time: 6hr. 20min.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chichibu Station.
1. use Chichibu Line to Ohanabatake.
2. use Seibu Chicibu Line to Yokoze Station.
3. walk south (3 hr.)yes93http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/makado_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN044.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN044.flv.jpgMakado FallsMakado Falls (馬門の滝) is waterfalls located in Motegi, Tochigi Prefecture. It is a multiple waterfalls on Sakagawa River. The height is about 5m.
It has a great Koyo from the middle of October to the middle of November.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utunomiya Station.
1. use local bus to Motegi.
2. walk.yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/spider_lily_shiroyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN045.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN045.flv.jpgSpider Lily at ShiroyamaSpider Lily at Shiroyama Park (城山公園の彼岸花) is a beautiful spot of Motegi, Tochigi Prefecture. Around the middle of September, about 300,000 Higanbana, spider lily, will be blooming in this park.
The slope side of the mountain will be covered deep red by the flowers. It is the main feature of September here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utunomiya Station.
1. use local bus to Motegi station.
2. walk.yes296http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rensyoin_jorakuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN046.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN046.flv.jpgRensyoin Jorakuji TempleRensyoin Jorakuji Temple (蓮照院常楽寺) is one of Shingon Buddhism Temple located in Kanuma, Tochigi Prefecture. It is one of eastern flower temples. Especially, it is very popular for its Sider Lily.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive route 15 from 293.yes248http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsutujigaoka_park2/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL057.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL057.flv.jpgTsutsujigaoka 2nd parkTsutsujigaoka 2nd park (つつじが岡第二公園) is located in Tatebayashi, Gunma prefecture. It is very popular spot for Azalea, Iris and Spider Lily. There is also a traditional house called Akimoto House built in Meiji Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Isezaki Station.
1. use Tobu Isezaki Line to Tatebayashi.
2. walk east.yes272http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hayakawabuchi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL059.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL059.flv.jpgHayakawabuchiHayakawabuchi (早川渕の彼岸花) is one of the Spider Lily spot in Gunma. There are 100,000 sider lilies in the park. In the middle of the September, beautiful red flowers bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
Admission: 100yen as donation.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Isezaki Sation.
1. use Tobu Isezaki Line to Serada Station.
2. walk north.yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ontake_shizennomori_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL061.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL061.flv.jpgMt.Ontake Shizennomori ParkMt.Ontake Shizennomori Park (境御嶽山自然の森公園) is one of Spider Lily spot in Gunma. During the middle of September, beautiful Spider Lily bloom. It is also famous for Sakura, Hydrangea, Autumn leaves, Camellia, and wintersweets.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Isezaki Sation.
1. use Tobu Isezaki Line to Sakai Station.
2. walk west.yes306http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/higanbana_jorakuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL058.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL058.flv.jpgHiganbana at Jorakuji templeHiganbana at Jorakuji temple (常楽寺の彼岸花) is very famous in Gunma Prefecture. It is well known as the temple of spider lily, Higanbana. The beautiful red flowers bloom in the middle of September. Jorakuji is also chosen as one of Eastern flower temples. Higanbana's red and Japanese garden's green are perfect
match.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking.
No restroom.
Please be quiet when you enjoy the flowers.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Isezaki Station.
1. use Tobu Isezaki Line to Kizaki Station
2. walk north-east.yes405http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ganso_food_sample_shop/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL350.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL350.flv.jpgGanso Food Sample ShopGanso Food Sample Shop(元祖食品サンプル屋) is a sample food, aka fake food, shop located in Kappabashi,
Tokyo. It has also experiencing making fake food. In the calls, you are going to make two kinds of tempura and one lettuce. You are going to experience the traditional way of making fake food that uses wax. The class is about 1 hour. It is very exciting attraction for tourism in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You have to make a reservation by the phone (Japanese Only).
The calls is only in Japanese.
Since it is using hot wax, for the safety the translator is required.
Because it use hot water and wax, not wear sleeve. Be careful with nail arts.
Age: over 6 years old. Under 9 years old, the parent must join with kids.
No kids under 5 years old can enter the show room.
Fee: 2160(tax included)
You will take your fake foods to home.
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa Station.
1. walk west (20 min.)yes756http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cosmos_akebonoyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL067.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL067.flv.jpgCosmos of Akebonoyama Pk.Cosmos of Akebonoyama Nogyo Pk.(あけぼの山農業公園のコスモス) is very famous. There about about one million flowers bloom in the early October. The flower field is about 1.2ha. The view with wild mill are very beautiful with cosmos.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiwa Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Abiko.
2. take bus to Akebonoyamanogokouen.
3. walkyes320http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cosmos_edogawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL068.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL068.flv.jpgCosmos of Edogawa RiversideCosmos of Edogawa Riverside (江戸川河川敷のコスモス) is the famous for Cosmos. There beautiful flowers bloom in the early October.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsudo Station.
1. walk west (20 min.)yes221http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_nasu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN047.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN047.flv.jpgMt. NasuMt. Nasu (那須岳) is an active volcano located in Northern Tochigi Prefecture. Mt. Nasu is one of 100 best mountains in Japan. Mt. Nasu consists with 5 summits of mountains. The trekking takes about 5 hours and it is very easy for all people. Therefore, it is very popular mountain in Northern Kanto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Ropeway:Round Trip 1,130 Yen fro Adult, and 570 for kids. There is a group discount.
Time:8:30 to 16:30 (last entery, 16:00 for up and 16:20 for down)
Winter: 9:00 to 16:00. Summer 8:00 to 16:30.
Every 20min.
Closed between 12/1 to 3/19
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kuroiso Station or Nasushiobara Station.
1. use local bus to Sanroku Station. (60 min.)
2. walk.yes601http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_chausu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN048.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN048.flv.jpgMt. ChausuMt. Chausu (茶臼岳) is one of the popular mountain located in Northern Tochigi Prefecture. It is one of Five Mountains of Mt. Nasu. It is an active volcano that smoke is coming from the ground. The hight of the mountain is 1,915m from the sea level.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Ropeway:Round Trip 1,130 Yen fro Adult, and 570 for kids. There is a group discount.
Time:8:30 to 16:30 (last entery, 16:00 for up and 16:20 for down)
Winter: 9:00 to 16:00. Summer 8:00 to 16:30.
Every 20min.
Closed between 12/1 to 3/19
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kuroiso Station or Nasushiobara Station.
1. use local bus to Sanroku Station. (60 min.)
2. walk.yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_asahi_nasu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN049.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN049.flv.jpgMt. Asahi in NasuMt. Asahi of Nasu(那須朝日岳) is one of the popular mountain located in Northern Tochigi Prefecture. It is one of Five Mountains of Mt. Nasu. The hight of the mountain is 1,896m from the sea level.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Ropeway:Round Trip 1,130 Yen fro Adult, and 570 for kids. There is a group discount.
Time:8:30 to 16:30 (last entery, 16:00 for up and 16:20 for down)
Winter: 9:00 to 16:00. Summer 8:00 to 16:30.
Every 20min.
Closed between 12/1 to 3/19
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kuroiso Station or Nasushiobara Station.
1. use local bus to Sanroku Station. (60 min.)
2. walk.yes129http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/komadome_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN050.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN050.flv.jpgKomadome FallsKomadome Falls (駒止の滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Nasu, Tochigi Prefecture. It is 3m wide and 20m talls waterfalls. There is an observatory for this falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
There is no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kuroiso Station.
1. use local bus to Daimaru Onsen.
2. walk 1 hours.yes85http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sessyo_stone/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN051.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN051.flv.jpgSessyo StoneSessyo Stone(殺生石) is one of the lava stone and popular spot in Nasu, Tochigi. The toxic gas is coming from under ground. Sessyo means killing. Birds will be dead when they fry over this area. The stone is one of 3 stones of white fax with 9 golden tails.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kuroiso/Nasushiobara Station.
1. use local bus to Nasuyumoto.
2. walkyes199http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nasu_onsen_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN052.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN052.flv.jpgNasu Onsen ShrineNasu Onsen Shrine (那須温泉神社) is one of the oldest shrine in Tochigi. It was established in the middle of 7th century. The famous archer, Nasu no Yoichi, worshiped here and prayed for his victory. It is very famous for healing shrine.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kuroiso/Nasushiobara Station.
1. use local bus to Nasuyumoto.
2. walk.yes195http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/beppu_onsen_hell_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT001.flv.jpgBeppu Onsen Hell TourBeppu Onsen Hell Tour (別府地獄めぐり) is one of the most popular Onsen Tour in Japan. Beppu Onsen is located in Oita prefecture that is the largest Onsen prefecture in Japan. There are eight different kinds of hell Onsens in Beppu. The tour travels Sea Hell, Evil Monk Stone Hell, Mountain Hell, Pot Hell, Mountain Evil Hell, White Pond Hell, Blood Pond Hell and Tornado Hell. All of them present a unique Hell.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
8 Hell pass: 2,100 Yen for adult, 1,350 Yen for High school, 1,000 Yen Junior High, 900 Yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
About 3 hours of travel in total.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Beppu Station.
1. Use local bus 2,5,24 to Umijigoku.yes599http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sea_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT002.flv.jpgSea HellSea Hell (海地獄) is one of Hell Tour of Beppu Onsen, Oita Prefecture. It is a Onsen spring pond with beautiful cobalt blue color. This is designated as the national scenery. The temperature of the onsen water is 98 degree celcius, The water contains iron sulfate which causes the blue color. The park of the Sea Hell uses the heat of the onsen water to grow tropical trees. Lotus and lily flowers are especially popular here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 Yen for adult, 300 Yen for High school, 250 Yen Junior High, 200 Yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
8 Hell pass: 2,100 Yen for adult.
There is group discount.
<b>Access</b>
2. at Beppu Station.
3. Use local bus 2,5,24 to Umijigoku.yes334http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/stone_evil_monk_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT003.flv.jpgThe Stone of the Monk HellThe Stone of the Evil Monk Hell (鬼石坊主地獄) is one of Hell Tour of Beppu Onsen, Oita Prefecture. The extremely hot gray onsen water is coming from underground. The shape of the bubble is look like the bowled head of monk. This hell appears in the record of Oita written in 733. The temperature of Onsen Water is about 99 degree celcuis.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 Yen for adult, 300 Yen for High school, 250 Yen Junior High, 200 Yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
8 Hell pass: 2,100 Yen for adult.
There is group discount.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Beppu Station.
2. Use local bus 2,5,24 to Umijigoku.yes189http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mountain_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT004.flv.jpgMountain HellMountain Hell (山地獄) is one of Hell Tour of Beppu Onsen, Oita Prefecture. It's a steam Onsen. The temperature of Onsen Water is about 90 degree celcuis. They use this heat to keep animals warm, so it is a zoo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 Yen for adult, 300 Yen for High school, 250 Yen Junior High, 200 Yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
8 Hell pass: 2,100 Yen for adult.
There is group discount.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Beppu Station.
2. Use local bus 2,5,24 to Umijigoku.yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/pot_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT005.flv.jpgPot HellPot Hell (かまど地獄) is one of Hell Tour of Beppu Onsen, Oita Prefecture. It was named after the local Matsuri. People use the steam of this onsen to make pots. There are six kinds of Onsen in this hell. There are also heavens in this hell.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 Yen for adult, 300 Yen for High school, 250 Yen Junior High, 200 Yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
8 Hell pass: 2,100 Yen for adult.
There is group discount.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Beppu Station.
2. Use local bus 2,5,24 to Umijigoku.yes252http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/evil_mountain_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT006.flv.jpgThe Evil Mountain HellThe Evil Mountain Hell (鬼山地獄) is one of Hell Tour of Beppu Onsen, Oita Prefecture. The temperature of the pond is about 98 degrees celcius. It is also known as Crocodile hell. This pond uses the hot Onsen water to breed crocodiles. There are about 80 crocodiles in this pond. The temperature of the pond is about 98 degrees celcius.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 Yen for adult, 300 Yen for High school, 250 Yen Junior High, 200 Yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
8 Hell pass: 2,100 Yen for adult.
There is group discount.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Beppu Station.
2. Use local bus 2,5,24 to Umijigoku.yes99http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/white_pond_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT007.flv.jpgThe White Pond HellThe White Pond Hell (白池地獄) is one of Hell Tour of Beppu Onsen, Oita Prefecture. The Onsen water comes out as tons of steam. When the water comes out it is clear, but when it drops, it becomes a light blue color. They use this Onsen water to breed tropical fish.It is designated as the national sceneic beauty.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 Yen for adult, 300 Yen for High school, 250 Yen Junior High, 200 Yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
8 Hell pass: 2,100 Yen for adult.
There is group discount.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Beppu Station.
2. Use local bus 2,5,24 to Umijigoku.yes123http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/blood_pond_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT008.flv.jpgThe Blood Pond HellThe Blood Pond Hell (血の池地獄) is one of Hell Tour of Beppu Onsen, Oita Prefecture. This blood color is caused by Iron oxide. The temperature of the Onsen water is 78 celcius and contains a lot of iron. It is a very large pond; 1300 square meters wide and 30m deep. The spring produces one million 800 thousand litres of water every day. It Is desiginated as the national scenic beauty.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 Yen for adult, 300 Yen for High school, 250 Yen Junior High, 200 Yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
8 Hell pass: 2,100 Yen for adult.
There is group discount.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Beppu Station.
2. Use local bus 2,5,24 to Kannawa Onsen.
3. Change Bus to Chinoike Jigoku.yes188http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tornado_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT009.flv.jpgThe Tornado HellTornado Hell(龍巻地獄) is one of Hell Tour of Beppu Onsen, Oita Prefecture. It is a geyser. Every 30 to 40 min. it erupts. Once it begins to erupt, it will continue for about 6 to 10 minutes. It is designated as the national scenic beauty.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 Yen for adult, 300 Yen for High school, 250 Yen Junior High, 200 Yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
8 Hell pass: 2,100 Yen for adult.
There is group discount.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Beppu Station.
2. Use local bus 2,5,24 to Kannawa Onsen.
3. Change Bus to Chinoike Jigoku.yes130http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kokonoe_dream_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT012.flv.jpgKokonoe Dream BridgeKokonoe Dream Bridge (九重夢大吊橋) is a largest suspension bridge in Japan. It is 390m long and 173m high from the bottom of the valley. It has a great view of Narukogawa Valley and Shindo Falls that is chosen as one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls. It has a beautiful Koyo in November.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult. 200 yen for kids.
There is a group discount.
Time:
8:30 to 16:30 (Jan. to Jun.)
8:30 to 17:30 (Jul. to Oct.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Beppu Station.
1. Use Kamenoi Bus to Yufuin.
2. Use local bus to Kokonoeyumeoohashi.yes251http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shindo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT013.flv.jpgShindo FallsShindo Falls (震動の滝) is one of the 100 best Japanese Waterfalls located in Oita. There are male falls and female falls. Male Falls is about 83m tall. Female Falls is about 93m talls. Shindo means earthquake. It makes a huge shake on the ground.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult. 200 yen for kids.
There is a group discount.
Time:
8:30 to 16:30 (Jan. to Jun.)
8:30 to 17:30 (Jul. to Oct.)
<b>Access</b>
1. at Beppu Station.
2. Use Kamenoi Bus to Yufuin.
3. Use local bus to Kokonoeyumeoohashi.yes210http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/harajiri_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT015.flv.jpgHarajiri FallsHarajiri Falls (原尻の滝) is one of the 100 best Japanese Waterfalls located in Oita. It is 20m tall and 120m wide large waterfalls. It is considered as the Asian Niagara Falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ogata Station.
1. Use local bus to Harajirinotaki.yes352http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ouchi_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK031.flv.jpgOuchi-JukuOuchi-Juku(大内宿) is a remaining post town with many traditional houses located in Fukushima. There are 50 traditional houses that is over 300 years old in Ouchi-juku. It has a great view of Edo period. This scenery of this old style houses are designated as Preserved Area with Traditional Houses.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Many shops close around 5p.m.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizu-Wakamatsu Line
1. use AIzu Line to Yunogami Onsen Station.
2. use local bus to Ouchi Juku.yes448http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gion_yama_hiking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL216.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL216.flv.jpgKamakura Gion-yama HikingGion-yama Hiking Course(祇園山ハイキングコース) is one of the popular hiking spot in Kamakura. It is about 4km long and an hour hiking, and we will visit some of the very important historic site. It is also very easy for little kids. At the obsrevatory, you can see Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking nor restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. walk east.yes424http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/west_shiiya_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT024.flv.jpgWest Shiiya FallsWest Shiiya Falls (西椎屋の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Oita. It is 83m tall great waterfalls. It is one of Usa three great waterfalls and scenery of Yabakyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive route 387 and find the sign.yes201http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/east_shiiya_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT026.flv.jpgEast Shiiya FallsEast Shiiya Falls(東椎屋の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Oita. It is 85m tall straight waterfalls. It is also known as Kegon Falls of Kyushu. It is one of Usa three great waterfalls and scenery of Yabakyo. There is a beautiful strolling pass to the waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive route 500 north from Beppu. There is a sign to the falls.yes271http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/monk_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT010.flv.jpgMonk HellMonk Hell(坊主地獄) is one of Onsen Hell located in Beppu, Oita Prefecture. Extremely hot mud with Onsen water is coming out from underground. The bubble of the mud look like the bowled head of Monk. There was temple in this place, but it was exploded by the eruption in 1498.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 400yen for adult, 200yen for kids.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Beppu Station.
1. use local bus to Motobozu.yes271http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/myoban_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT011.flv.jpgMyoban HellMyoban Hell(明礬地獄) is one of Onsen Hell located in Oita prefecture. In this area, people produce the Onsen powder in traditional way. Onsen powder is produced with the Onsen steam in the old style house.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are restroom and parking.
Admission: 200yen for adult. 100 yen for kids.
Time: 8:30 to 17:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Beppu Station.
1. use Local bus to Jizoyumae.yes281http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryumon_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT014.flv.jpgRyumon FallsRyumon Falls or Dragon Gate Falls (龍門の滝) is one of the popular falls in Oita. It is 20m tall and 40m wide two steps waterfalls. In summer, people play at 2nd falls. It is considered as the best waterfall slide that people can enjoy.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
You need a car to visit here. Drive 210 to 409.yes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chinda_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT016.flv.jpgChinda FallsChinda Falls (沈堕の滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Southern Oita. It is about 17m tall and 97m wide. It is considered as Niagara Falls of Ono. There is another waterfalls called Medaki. That is 18m tall and 4m wide.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Bungo Takeda Station.
1. luse Houhi Line to Bungo Kiyokawa Station.
2. walk northyes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sagiridai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT017.flv.jpgSagiridaiSagiridai(狭霧台) is the observatory located on the hill between Beppu and Yufuin. It has a great view of Yufuin. In the early morning in winter it has a great sea of cloud coursed by mist.
<b>Touris Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
There is a gift shop.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Located on route 11 between Yufuin and Beppu.yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_kinrin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT018.flv.jpgLake KinrinLake Kinrin(金鱗湖) is the main attraction of Yufuin Onsen in Oita. It is about 400m round and 2m deep small lake. It has Onsen spring in the lake. It creates a mysterious mist in late Autumn and Winter.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
The lake is surrounded by many shops and restuarant.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Beppu Station.
1. use Kamenoi Bus to Yufuin Station.
2. walk.yes261http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hitome_hakkei/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT019.flv.jpgHitome HakkeiHitome Hakkei(一見八景) is one of the best scenic beauty in Oita Prefecture. Hitome Hakkei is located in Oku Yaba Valley. It has a 8 different view and all you can see in one spot. It has a great Koyo in early November.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
There are many gift shops and food stands.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
From route 500 to 212. then change to route 28.yes210http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimizu_waterfalls_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT023.flv.jpgShimizu Waterfalls GardenShimizu Waterfalls Garden (清水瀑園) is located in Kusu, Oita Prefecture. There are many waterfalls in this garden. It is a part of Yaba Valley. It is also chosen as one of 15 best water of Oita.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Bungo Mori Station.
1. use Oita Bus to Utsubashi.
2. walk 15 min.yes315http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/view_of_tekihitsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT020.flv.jpgThe view of TekihitsuThe view of Tekihitsu is one of great scenery of Yaba Valley, Oita Prefecture. It was named after Confucian of Edo period. He entitled this too beautiful to describable view.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
It is located on route 212.yes155http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ifuku_view/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT021.flv.jpgThe view of IfukuIfukunokei(伊福の景) is one of great scenery of Yaba Valley, Oita Prefecture. It is also considered as the view of back side of Yaba Valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Use route 212 to 702.yes91http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/goto_matabe_grave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT022.flv.jpgThe grave of Goto MatabeThe grave of Goto Matabe (後藤又兵衛の墓) is located in Yaba Valley, Oita Prefecture. Goto Matabe is one of the great Samurai for Toyotomi Hideyori, the son of Hideyoshi, fought against Tokugawa Ieyasu in the siege of Osaka in 1614. This grave was re-made by Ifuku Mokichi in 1763.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Use route 212 to 702.yes91http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/machu_picchu_usa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT025.flv.jpgMachu Picchu of UsaUsa's Machu Picchu(宇佐のマチュピチュ) is located in Oita Prefecture. The view of the observatory is just like Machu Picchu in Peru. It is also known as the scenic beauty of Nishishiiya. It is one of the great Koyo spot in Oita. Huge rock is called Akiba-sama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
It is located on route 387.yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/east_shiiya_falls_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT027.flv.jpgEastShiiya Falls PassEastShiiya Falls Pass(東椎屋の滝遊歩道) is a great strolling pass to Higashishiiya Falls. It is about 300m long pass leads to the great waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive route 500 north from Beppu. There is a sign to the falls.yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/usa_jingu_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT029.flv.jpgUsa Jingu ShrineUsa Jingu Shrine (宇佐神宮) is the head of all Hachiman Shrine located in Oita. Hachiman Shrine is the largest shrine organization in Japan. There are over 40,000 Hachiman Shrine in Japan. It was established in 725. Hachiman is the name of Emperor Onin who is one of the great leader of Japan. Emperor Onin visit Usa when he was prince in 571. He established the new country here and helped the development of the land. The main building is the designated as the national treasure of Japan. It was constructed in middle of 19th century. It is highly respected with many people even today.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 5:30 to 21:00 (Oct. to Mar. 6:00)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Usastation.
1. use bus to Usahachiman.yes271http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mameda_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT030.flv.jpgMameda TownMameda Town (豆田町) is one of the Edo style tonw located in Hita, Oita Prefecture. There are many traditional houses in Mameda. Therefore, it is registered as Preserved Area with Traditional Houses. The scenery of this old town is look like Edo period. Mameda Town was directly govern by Edo Government. It developed as the finiancial center of all Kyusyu. Today, it is one of the popular tourist spot in Kyusyu.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hita Station
1. walk north.yes370http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_bandai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK032.flv.jpgMt. BandaiMt. Bandai(磐梯山) is one of 100 best Japanese mountains located in Fukushima. It is an active volcano located north side of Lake Inawashiro. Mt. Bandai is one of the most popular mountain in Tohoku region. The trekking takes about 4 hours in total. The top of Mt. Bandai is 1,816m high from the sea level. It has a great view of Lk. Inawashiro, Aizu Basin and Ura Bandai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Start at Happoudai parking.
Takes about 4 hours for round trip.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive north at route 64.yes204http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/trekking_mt_bandai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK033.flv.jpgTrekking the Mt.BandaiTrekking at Mt.Bandai (磐梯山登山) is very popular hiking in Fukushima Prefecture. Mt. Bandai is 1,816m tall active volcano, and has a great view of Lake Inawashiro, Aizu Basin and Urabandai from the top. The trekking takes about 4 hours in total. Time is very shourt, but the route is very steep. There is Onsen and drinkable water spring on the route.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at Happodai entrance.
There is a shop at Koboshimizu, that is located in the middle of trekking route.
Video is using Happodai trekking route, but there are 5 other route to reach the top.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive north at route 64.yes526http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/goshiki_strolling_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK036.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK036.flv.jpgGoshiki Strolling PassGoshiki Strolling Pass (五色沼自然探索路) is popular hiking spot in Fukushima. It is about 3.6km long walk and travel 8 beautiful ponds. Goshiki Pond means Five Color Pond. The water is the spring from the underground that contains a lots of hydrogen sulfide that couse of the various kinds of blue colors.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
It taks about 1 hour of walking
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizu Wakamatsu Station.
1. use Banetsunishi Line to Inawashiroko Station.
2. use local bus to Goshikinuma.yes299http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukino_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT028.flv.jpgFukino FallsFukino Falls (福貴野の滝) is great waterfalls located in Oita. It is about 65m tall and designated as national scenic beauty. It is one of three waterfalls of Usa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Located on route 50.yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takizawa_honjin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK034.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK034.flv.jpgTakizawa HonjinTakizawa Honjin (旧滝沢本陣) is one of is one of remaining Samurai House in Aizu. It was used to be a hotel for Daimyo in Edo period. The building was constructed in 1678 as resting place for Daimyo. It is registered as national historic site and important cultural asset. In Boshin War, Byakko tai went into battle from here. There are many damage and scratches by bullets and Katana.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 250 yen for high school, 150 yen Junior, 100 yen for kids.
Time: 8:30 to 18:00 (Winter 9:00 to 17:00)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizu Wakamatsu Station.
1. use a local bus to Imoriyama.yes243http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kusano_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT031.flv.jpgKusano HouseKusano House (草野家住宅) is the old Samurai House located Hita, Oita. It was mainly constructed in the middle of 18th century.Kusano House is registered as the national important cultural asset.It takes design to harmonize the open garden and tea room. Kusano Family was used be the one of lord of Oita. One Kusano survived through Sengoku Era and build this house in 1641.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Right now. Kusano House is under construction. Some of the area might be closed.
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, under elementary school free. Plus 50 yen duing Hina doll festival.Junior high for 250 yen.
There is a group discount.
Time: 10:00 to 16:30
CLosed on Thursday. Open during Hina Doll Festival.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hita Station
1. walk north.yes263http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hirose_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT032.flv.jpgHirose MuseumHirose Museum (廣瀬資料館) is a craft museum locate in Hita, Oita Prefecture. Hita was directly governed by Shogun during Edo period. Hirose Family was the financial officer who collects tax. Hirose Family was also strong merchant in Kyusyu. This museum displays the treasures of Hirose Family.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 450 yen for adult, 350 for students.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
Close: Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hita Station
1. walk north.yes187http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuncho_sake_brewery/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT033.flv.jpgKuncho Sake BreweryKuncho Sake Brewery (薫長酒造) is old Sake Brewery in Hita, Oita. It was established in 1702. There are many old Kura, the storages, that cunstructed in 19th century. There is musuem in one of Kura that displays the traditional way of making Sake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: free.
Time: 9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hita Station
1. walk north.yes267http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kyoshuhou/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT035.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT035.flv.jpgKyoshuhouKyoshuhou (競秀峰) is one of the beautiful scenery of Yaba Valley in Oita. There are many rocks creates the art of nature. On the bottom there is a tunnel called Aono domon made in 1763.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive route 212 from route 10.yes127http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tachihatanokei/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT034.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT034.flv.jpgTachihatanokeiTachihatanokei (立羽田の景) is one of great scenery of Yaba Valley, Oita Prefecture. It has a great Koyo in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Use route 212 to 702.yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bandai_maborosi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK037.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK037.flv.jpgBandai Maborosi FallsBandai Maborosi Falls (磐梯幻の滝) is one of the waterfalls located on Mt. Bandai. It is about 12m tall waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive north at route 64.yes77http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nippori_textile_st/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL351.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL351.flv.jpgNippori Textile St.Nippori Textile St. (日暮里繊維街) is a wholesale district of Japanese textiles and fabrics located in Tokyo. There are about 80 stores that sales various kinds of textiles and fabrics in great price. Not only textiles and fabrics, there are also many kinds of small accessories for handicrafts and fashion design.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Ueno Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Nippori.
2. north north.yes418http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/painting_akabeko_nisshinkan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK038.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK038.flv.jpgPainting Akabeko at NisshinkanPainting Akabeko at Nisshinkan (日新館赤ベコ絵付け) is a popular experiencing at Nisshinkan, Aizu, Fukushima. Akabeko is one of the famous toy of Aizu area. It is a paper made doll of a red cow. At Nisshinkan, you can try painting Akabeko. It takes about 30 min. and you can design your own Akabeko. Your Akabeko will be yours after painting.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No need for reservation.
Admission: 870 Yen.
At 3rd Dojo.
Nisshinkan:
Admission: 620 yen for adult, 500 yen for high and jr. high students. 450 yen for kids.
There is group discount and handicap person.
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
Note: the touring course is different between summer time and winter time. Video shows winter touring.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizu-Wakamatsu Station.
1. use JR Ban-etsu west line to Hirota.
2. walk north (30 min.) or take taxi.yes284http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/archery_nisshinkan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK039.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK039.flv.jpgArchery at NisshinkanArchery at Nisshinkan (日新館弓道体験) is one of experiencing Japanese martial arts. It is very easy to join and even kids can enjoy. It will be great experiencing to learn the sprits of Samurai at the actual Samurai school.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No need for reservation.
Admission: 5 bows for 300 Yen.
At 2rd Dojo.
Nisshinkan:
Admission: 620 yen for adult, 500 yen for high and jr. high students. 450 yen for kids.
There is group discount and handicap person.
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
Note: the touring course is different between summer time and winter time. Video shows winter touring.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizu-Wakamatsu Station.
1. use JR Ban-etsu west line to Hirota.
2. walk north (30 min.) or take taxi.yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aizu_sazaedo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK035.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK035.flv.jpgAizu SazaedoAizu Sazaedo (会津さざえ堂) is one of the historic site located in Aizu, Fukushima Prefecture. It is a temple constructed in 1796. The temple is about 16.5m tall hexagon tower and in the tower there are 33 Kannon Statue. So, people can worship all of them in one trip trough the temple. The structure of this temple is very unique. There are two stairs in this tower and they never cross each others. It is registered as the national important cultural asset.
<b>Touris Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 300 yen for Collage and high school students and 200 yen for kids.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizu-Wakamatsu Castle
1. use local bus to Iinumayamashita
2. walk (5 min.)yes187http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tonohetsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK040.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK040.flv.jpgTonohetsuriTonohetsuri (塔のへつり) is one of the scenic beauty located in Shimogo, Fukushima Prefecture. It is a hard cliff located on the side of Okawa River. It is about 200m long with many intersting rocks. There is a pass in the middle of the cliff that people can walk. It is well known for Koyo spot in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There are many gift shops and restaurants around the cliff.
<b>Access</b>
0. Aizu Wakamatsu Station.
1. use Aizu line to Tonohetsuri Station.
2. walk 10 min.yes125http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hananuki_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB035.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB035.flv.jpgHananuki ValleyHananuki Valley (花貫渓谷) is one of the best Koyo spot located in Takaogi, Ibaraki Prefecture. It is famous Koyo Spot in Northern Kanto Region. From the middle to the end of November, it has beautiful Autumn leaves. The hiking course is about 1 hour long walking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
During the Koyo Season, there are many food stands and gift shops open at the parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Located on Route 461 from Takaogi.yes619http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanazono_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB036.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB036.flv.jpgHanazono ShrineHanazono Shrine (花園神社) is located in Kita-Ibaraki. It is one of the oldest shrine in Ibaraki. Hanazono Shrine was established in 795 by Sakanoueno Tamuramaro. There are many over 700 years old Cedar Trees that create the sacred space. Also, it is very popular Koyo spot in Ibaraki.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use route 27 from Hitachi.yes436http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nanatsu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB037.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB037.flv.jpgNanatsu FallsNanatsu Falls (七つ滝) is located in Kita Ibaraki, Hanazono Valley. It is about 60m tall small waterfalls. It has a beautiful Koyo in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use route 27 from Hitachi.yes134http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanazono_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB038.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB038.flv.jpgHanazono ValleyHanazono Valley (花園渓谷) is one of the Koyo Spot in Northern Ibaraki. t has a great Autumn leaves from the middle to the end of November.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use route 27 from Hitachi.yes342http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_ryugadake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL086.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL086.flv.jpgMt. RyugadakeMt. Ryugadake (竜ヶ岳) is one of the best view point of Mt. Fuji. It is 1485m tall mountain located north side of Mt. Fuji, Yamanashi. The trekking route takes about 5 hours. In January 1, the sun rise from the top of Mt. Fuji, called Diamond Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local bus to Lake Motosu.
2. walk.yes183http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/trekking_mt_ryugadake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL087.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL087.flv.jpgTrekking at Mt. RyugadakeTrekking at Mt. Ryugadake (竜ヶ岳トレッキング) is one of the popular one day hiking spot in Yamanashi. It is well known as the Mt. Fuji view spot in Yamanashi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local bus to Lake Motosu.
2. walk.yes598http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/momiji_tunnel/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL088.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL088.flv.jpgMomiji TunnelMomiji Tunnel(もみじ回廊) is a beautiful Koyo spot located on the side of Lake Kawaguchi, Yamanashi.
The beautiful Autumn leaves of Momiji create a beautiful tunnel. From the middle to the end of November, you can enjoy Koyo. During the Koyo season, it has a beautiful Lit-up Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
During Koyo season, there are Koyo Festival.
Lit-up: From Sunset to 10 p.m.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Lake Kawaguchi.
1. There is a shuttle bus to this tunnel.yes263http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/litup_momiji_tonnel/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL089.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL089.flv.jpgLit-up for Momiji TonnelLit-up for Momiji Tonnel (もみじ回廊ライトアップ) is one of the beautiful lite up Koyo illumination happens at Lake Kawaguchi. It has a beautiful Autumn leaves from the beginning of November to the middle. Lite-up happens from the Sunset to 10p.m.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
During Koyo season, there are Koyo Festival.
Lit-up: From Sunset to 10 p.m.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Lake Kawaguchi.
1. There is a shuttle bus to this tunnel.yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/golden_shichifukujin_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL090.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL090.flv.jpgGolden Shichifukujin TourGolden Shichifukujin Tour (黄金の七福神巡り) is one of popular tourism in Lake Kawaguchi, Yamanashi prefecture. At the north side of Lake Kawaguchi thare are 7 golden statues of 7 lucky gods. Each statue has red stamp to correct. Visit all gods and get some luck is popular tourism in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
The special paper for collecting stamp is available at Kimimaro Tea house.
Paper: 500 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local bus to Kubotakazutake Museum.yes678http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/megro_rv_blue_cave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL352.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL352.flv.jpgMegro Rv. Blue CaveMegro Rv. Blue Cave (目黒川 青の洞窟) is one of the Christmas Illumination appears in Nakameguro, Tokyo. About 400,000 LED lights are decorated on the Sakura trees for about 500m long of Meguro River, Sakura Trees are filled with beautiful Blu Lights. The illumination starts from the end of November to Christmas.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Time: 17:00 to 21:00
Period: Nov. 23rd to Dec. 25.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Nakameguro.
2. walk north (2min.)yes299http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyodome_winter_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL353.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL353.flv.jpgTokyoDome Winter IlluminationTokyoDome Winter Illumination (東京ドームイルミネーション) has a great Christmas illumination. There are about 2.2 million LED lights. The Light Promenade is very famous illumination in Tokyo. Every year, they have special concept. All of the Tokyo Dome City attructions has also unique lite-up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Time: 17:00 to 25:00
Period: Nov. 6 to Feb. 15
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Marunouchi Line to Korakuen.
2. walk south.yes349http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/winter_sola_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL354.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL354.flv.jpgWinter Sola IlluminationWinter Sola Illumination (冬のソライルミネーション) is a beautiful winter illumination.
There are about 48,000 LED lights to create beautiful art of lights.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 17:00 to 23:00
Period: Early Nov. to Mid Feb.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ochanomizu station.
2. walk 1 min.yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/showa_memorial_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL355.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL355.flv.jpgShowa Memorial ParkShowa Memorial Park (国営昭和記念公園) is one of the largest park in Tokyo. It has a great forest with many beautiful nature, pond and open field. It has many flowers, such as Sakura and Autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 410 yen for adult. 80 yen for under Junior. 210 yen for senior.
There is group discount.
Time: 9:30 to 16:30-19:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tachikawa Station.
2. walk north (15 min.)yes335http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyo_kitanomaru_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL356.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL356.flv.jpgKoyo at Kitanomaru ParkKoyo at Kitanomaru Park (北の丸公園の紅葉) is one of the beautiful feature of the end of Autumn in Tokyo.
From the end of November to the middle of December, beautiful Gingko, Momiji and others will have beautiful Autumn leaves.
Especially, Gingko Tree infront of Nihonbudokan is so gorgeous.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking and restroom are available. There is also a restaurant. No exercise are allowed. Only, jogging are OK.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Ootemachi (1 min.)
2. use Hanzomon Line to Kudanshita (4 min.)
3. walk west (2 min.)yes312http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/grandroof_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL357.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL357.flv.jpgGrandroof IlluminationGrandroof Illumination (グランルーフイルミネーション) is a beautiful light illumination held from December to the middle of January.
Grandroof is located on the east side of Tokyo Station. The illumination takes the concept of the future.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 17:00 to 23:00
Period: December 1 to January 12.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. exit at Yaesuguchi Exit.yes237http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/showa_kinen_park_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL358.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL358.flv.jpgShowa Kinen Park IlluminationShowa Kinen Park Illumination (昭和記念公園イルミネーション) is one of the great test winter light show
in Tokyo. It's start from the begining of December to Christmas. There are many different kinds of
concepts of illuminations. December 23 and 24, there are fireworks in the sky.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 410 yen for adult. 80 yen for under Junior. 210 yen for senior.
There is group discount.
Time: 17:00 to 21:00 (last entery 20:50)
Period: Eary Dec. to December 25.
Access
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tachikawa Station.
2. walk north (15 min.)yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/illumination_tachikawa_st/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL359.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL359.flv.jpgTachikawa st. IlluminationThe Illumination at Tachikawa st. (立川駅イルミネーション) is one of the great winter illumination in Tokyo. There are about 280,000 LED lite the night of Tachikawa Station.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 16:30 to 24:00
Period: Nov. 11 to Jan. 4.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. JR Chuo Line to Tachikawa Station.
2. walk out.yes148http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hoppy_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL362.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL362.flv.jpgHoppy StreetHoppy Street (ホッピー通り) is located in west side of Sensoji Temple, Asakusa, Tokyo. There are many Izakaya in this street that has the taste of early Showa era. Especially, Nikomi, Japanese style stew with meat is very famous in Hoppy Street. It is also known as Nikomi Street. All Izakaya has a great food and drink that is very cheap price.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are no parking. Each Bar, Izakaya has restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa Station.
1. walk north.yes375http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_tower_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL360.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL360.flv.jpgTokyo Tower IlluminationTokyo Tower Illumination (東京タワーイルミネーション) is one of the Chisrtmas Illumination happens November to Christmas. There are many large Christmas trees with lights on the bottom of Tokyo Tower. The Tokyo Tower itself will be lit up as the giant Chirstmas Tree.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 16:00 to 24:00
Period: Early Nov. to Christmas.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station
1. use Toei Mita Line to Shibakoen.
2. walk north.yes239http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanging_gardens_meguro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL361.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL361.flv.jpgHanging Gardens of MeguroHanging Gardens of Meguro (目黒天空庭園)is a park located on the top of freeway. The altitude from the ground level is 11m to 35m. It has a great view of Tokyo area. It has nice walking pass and benches to relax and enjoy the queit moment in noisy Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Universal design.
Time: 7:00 to 21:00
It might be closed on the windy day.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Tokyu Denentoshi Line to Ikejiri Ohashi.
2. walk.yes214http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/diamond_fuji_motosu_resort/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL091.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL091.flv.jpgDiamond Fuji at Motosuko ResortDiamond Fuji at Motosuko Resort (本栖湖リゾートダイヤモンド富士) is one of the best spot for watching new year sunrise. Diamond Fuji is the phenomenon that the Sun rises from the top of Mt. Fuji. This resort has a small pond that even creates the beautiful reflection of Mt. Fuji. Therefore, at January 1, there is double Diamond Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
1,000 yen for parking.
There is parking and restroom.
Sunrise happens around 7:30am
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive 139 to west.yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/enzan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL092.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL092.flv.jpgEnzanEnzan (塩山) is Takeda Shingen related spot located in northern Yamanashi Prefecture. There are many Takeda Shingen and Takeda clan spots including Shingen's and his Samurai graves. Most of the temple here are over 600 years old and have beautiful gardens.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Each temples has parkings and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Enzan.yes493http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsuchiura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB039.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB039.flv.jpgTsuchiuraTsuchiura (土浦) is a castle town located in the middle of Ibaraki Prefecture. There are many traditional houses and the ruins of castles. It offers great strolling of Edo castle town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom around Tsuchiura Castle.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuchiura Castle
1. walk west.yes426http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rokkakukbashi_shopping_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL217.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL217.flv.jpgRokkakukbashi Shopping StreetRokkakukbashi Shopping Street (六角橋商店街) is one of the popular local shopping district in Yokohama. There are many retro style glossary stores. It has the taste of Showa era from both scenery and taste. Especially, there is a narrow street that has about 170 unique shops and food stands.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
There are many restroom in this street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Hakuraku Station.yes342http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamanote_seven_gods/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL363.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL363.flv.jpgYamanote Seven GodsYamanote Shichifukujin Tour, worshipping 7 lucky gods(山手七福神). 7 lucky gods tour is very popular tourism in Japan especially in early January. Yamanote Shichifukujin Tour takes about 2 hours around the Meguro Station. Usually, when you visit temples and shrines for 7 lucky gods, you usually collect Goshuin, but this time we collect this small figure of each lucky god.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Each figures are 500 yen. You can buy the plate at Meguro Fudo.
Starts from Kakurinji (Shirokane-Takanawa Station) and finish at Meguro Fudo(Fudomae or Meguro Station)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station.
1. use Nanboku or Mita Line to Shirokane Takanawa Station.
2. walk south (5 min.) to Ringakuji Temple.yes471http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagahama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG017.flv.jpgNagahamaNagahama (長浜) is Edo Style town located east side of Lake Biwa, in Shiga prefecture. There is a post town that remains many traditional buildings that has the scenery of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maibara Station.
1. use JR Hokuriku Line to Nagahama Station.
2. walk east.yes376http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sagamiko_illumillion/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL218.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL218.flv.jpgSagamiko IllumillionSagamiko Illumillion (相模湖イルミリオン) is the winter illumination at Sagamiko Pleasure Forest. It is held from Nov. 1 to middle of April. There are about 5 million lights decorate the night of winter. It is largest scale in Kanto region. There are many different concepts in this illumination.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 600 yen for adult, 400 yen for under Junior.
Parking: 1,000 yen.
Time: 17:00 to 21:30 (last entry is 21:00) In March, it starts 18:00.
Period: Beginning of Nov. to middle of April.
<b>Access</b>
0. use JR Chuo Line.
1. get off at Sagamiko.
2. take local bus to Pleasure Forest or walk (30 min.)yes273http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/komatsu_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB040.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB040.flv.jpgKomatsu HouseKomatsu House (小松家住宅) was the old farmer house located in Ibaraki. It was constructed in late 18th century. It is very important building that show the lifestyle of that old time. Especially, the child delivery room is very rare.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
Close: Monday. If the monday is holiday, then Tuesday is closed.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use route 356 from Tsuchiura to Kashima. Go south on 144.yes154http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasumigaura_fureailand_tower/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB041.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB041.flv.jpgKasumigaura Fureailand TowerKasumigaura Fureailand Tower(霞ヶ浦ふれあいランドタワー) has a great view of Lake Kasumigaura. It is located on the north-east side of Lake Kasumigaura. The observatory is about 50m tall from the grand level. You can enjoy 360 panorama view with Mt. Fuji, Lake Kasumigaura, Mt. Tsukuba and all Kanto field.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 600 yen for adult, 300 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:30 to 16:30 (last entry is 16:00)
Close: Monday. If the monday is holiday, then Tuesday is closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuchiura Station.
1. use local bus to Kasumigaura Fureailand.yes281http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamanobe_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA024.flv.jpgYamanobe PassYamanobe Pass (山の辺の道) is the oldest major load that appears in Japanese Myth, Kojiki and Nihonshoki. It is located eastern Nara Prefecture. The road connect Sakurai and Nara. The trail takes about 5 hours of walking and visit many historical sites of ancient Japan such as Kofun.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Trail starts at Isonogami Jingu Shrine and finish at Omiwa Shrine.
There are many restroom on the pass and maps.
It is about 15km long walk.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Tenri.
2. walk to Isonogami Shrine 30 min.yes602http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chogakuji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA021.flv.jpgChogakuji TempleChogakuji Temple (長岳寺) is one of the oldest temple in Japan located in Nara. It was established in 824 by priest Kukai. There are many historical buildings and treasures that are over hundreds of years old. Most of them are registered as the important cultural assets of Japan. It has a beautiful garden with pond. At the back side montain, there are great buddha stone statues. It is also known as the flower temple, especially leading raod has a beautiful Azalea.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admision: 350 yen for adult, 300 yen for Students, 250 yen for Junior high, 200 Yen for Elementary School. Kids free.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Yanagimoto Station.
2. walk east 20 min.yes307http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kofun_emperor_keiko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA018.flv.jpgKofun of Emperor KeikoKofun of Emperor Keiko(景行天皇陵)is located in Tenri Nara. It is also known as Shibutanimukouyama Kofun (渋谷向山古墳). Emperor Keiko is the 12th Emperor of Japan. It is 310m long and 23m tall front circle back square Kofun located in Nara. It is the 7th largest Kofun and constructed in late 4th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking but no restroom.
DO NOT Enter the Kofun.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Makimuku Station.
2. walk east (20 min.)yes106http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kofun_emperor_suijin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA019.flv.jpgKofun of Emperor SuijinKofun of Emperor Suijin (崇神天皇陵) is located in Nara Prefecture. It is also known as Andonyama Kofun (行燈山古墳). Emperor Suijin is 10th Emperor of Japan. This Kofun is 242m wide and 23m tall constructed in early 4th century. It is the 16th largest Kofun in Japan and located on the Yamanobe Pass. This Kofun is the early Kofun of Yamato Kingdom that is the former nation of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking but no restroom.
DO NOT Enter the Kofun.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Yanagimoto Station.
2. walk east (20 min.)yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurozuka_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA020.flv.jpgKurozuka KofunKurozuka Kofun (黒塚古墳) is one of mausoleum located in Nara. It is 130m long front circle back square Kofun constructed in late 3rd century. There is a museum that displays the relics found in here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking. There is a museum is for restroom.
The Museum
Time:9:00 to 17:00
Close: Holiday and Monday (When Monday is a holiday, close on Tuesday)
Admission: Free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Yanagimoto Station.
2. walk east (20 min.)yes101http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hashihaka_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA022.flv.jpgHashihaka KofunHashihaka Kofun (箸墓古墳) is one of mausoleums located in Sakurai, Nara Prefecture. Archaeologist said this might be the Kofun of Queen Himiko. Queen Himiko is the ruler of ancient Japan that appears in Chinese record. This Kofun is about 278m long and 30m tall front square back circle Kofun. It was constructed in middle of 3rd century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and but no restroom.
DO NOT Enter the Kofun.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Makimuku Station.
2. walk south (20 min.)yes118http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hibara_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA023.flv.jpgHibara ShrineHibara Shrine (檜原神社) is one of the oldest Shrine in Nara. It is the original location of Ise Jingu Shrine. In the time of Emperor Suijin, he asked royal princess to establish Ise Shrine here. There is unique 3 entrances Torii gate and enshrines Mt. Miwa. Entire field is filled with beautiful small rocks like garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Makimuku Station.
2. walk south (30 min.)yes91http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyasan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK020.flv.jpgKoyasanKoyasan (高野山) is the most sacred mountain in Japan. It is the holy land of Shingon Buddhism established by Priest Kukai in 816. It has the history of over 1,200 years that has been carried over with all the tradition, ritual and history from Priest Kukai. There are abou 117 temples and as the top of all Shingon Buddhism temples, Kongobuji takes a place of all the center. Because of this rich history and tradition, Koyasan is registered as the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parkings and restroom.
In winter, this mountain get so cold.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koyasan Stataion
1. use local bus to Kongobujimae.yes597http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kongobuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK021.flv.jpgKongobuji templeKongobuji temple(金剛峯寺) is the head temple of Shingon Buddhism located on Mt. Koya.
It was established in 816 by Priest Kukai who brought Mikkyo, Vajrayana to Japan. Mt. Koya is surrounded by 1,000m high mountains and Koyasan itself is over 800m high. Priest Kukai studied Mikkyo in China and came back to Japan in 806. He was given the land of Koyasan from Emperor Saga and established the temple. Kongobuji was used to be the name of all Koyasan named by Priest Kukao. In 1869, two temple unified and became Kongobuji as the head of Shingon Buddhism. Today, it is the head of about 3,000 temples and 10,000,000 followers and monks. The current hall was constructed in 1863. It is registered as the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 200 yen for elementary school.Kids free.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00 (last entry is 16:30).
Manners: Take off your hat and sunglasses. No pictures.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koyasan Stataion
1. use local bus to Kongobujimae.yes396http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/danjo_garan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK022.flv.jpgDanjo GaranDanjo Garan(壇場伽藍), or Dai Garan is the part of Kongobuji in Mt. Koya, Wakayama prefecture. In 816, priest Kukai established Mt. Koya and his temple here. Dai Garan has served as the focal point of the study, training and rituals of Shingon Buddhist Monks. Priest Kukai made Koyasan as a place for meditation far from worldly distractions. There are many historical buildings and the Buddhist ritual and ceremonies are held in this place for over thousand years. Those buildings are lost and reconstructed again and again to keep the flow of the Buddhism. Dai Garan is one of the most sacred place in Koyasan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koyasan Stataion
1. use local bus to Kondomae.yes542http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/konpon_daitoh/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK023.flv.jpgKonpon DaitohKonpon Daitoh (根本大塔) is a great tower and one of the main symbols of Koyasan. It was a fundamental part of Priest Kukai's layout of the Garan. Originally, it was constructed in the time of priest Kukai and priest Shinen in 9th century. It enshrines a three-dimensional mandala, with the statues of Dainichi Nyorai of Matrix Realm, and the Four Buddhas of Diamond Realm. This tower is the temple for the Buddhist statues of Mandala of the Two Realms. There are 16 columns and each of them has the paining of 16 Bosatsu. This daitoh is the first Taho style tower constructed in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00
No pictures.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koyasan Stataion
1. use local bus to Kongobujimae.yes306http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mausoleum_kukai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK026.flv.jpgMausoleum of Kobo DaishiThe Mausoleum of Kobo Daishi Kukai (弘法大師御廟) is the most sacred place in Mt. Koya. In 835, Priest Kukai started to taking eternal meditation in this Oku no in. On the worshipping pass, there are many memorial graves of Daimyo and lords of the domain. The entire site is designated as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. People pray to their ancestors for their peace.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
No photo beyond the last bridge, Gobyo bashi, and around the Mausoleum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koyasan Stataion
1. use local bus to Ichinohashi for the entrance and Okunoinmae for the mausoleum.yes407http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mausoleums_tokugawa_clan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK025.flv.jpgMausoleums of Tokugawa ClanThe mausoleums of Tokugawa Clan (徳川家霊台) was built by the 3rd Tokugawa Shogun Iemitsu. There are two mausoleums, one for 1st Tokugawa Shogun, Ieyasu, and other is 2nd Tokugawa Shogun Hidetada. They are constructed in 1643. The buildings are common structures of Edo period. It is registered as the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Admission: 200 yen.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00 (last entry is 16:30).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koyasan Stataion
1. use local bus to Namikirifudomaeyes182http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyasan_daimon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK027.flv.jpgKouyasan DaimonDaimon (大門) is the Main gate of Koyasan. It is the large red gate with Nio Statues constructed in 1705. The size of the gate is 25m tall and 21m wide and 8m deep. It is registered as the national important cultural assets. It has a beautiful sunset scenery. It is also registered as the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koyasan Stataion
1. use local bus to Daimon.yes163http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyasan_kondo_hall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK024.flv.jpgKoyasan Kondo HallKondo Hall (金堂) is the main hall of Koyasan Kongobuji temple located in Dai Garan. The many rituals and ceremonies are held here. The Kondo enshriens a statue of the Medicine Buddha that is not displayed, flanked by two large hanging mandalas, each with its own separate altar. Wall paintings show the eight offering bodhisttvas in the corners, and a beautiful large mural of the Buddha's enlightenment on the north side of the Kondo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00
No pictures.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koyasan Stataion
1. use local bus to Kongobujimae.yes471http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/basho_birth_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME011.flv.jpgThe birth house of BashoThe birth house of Basho (芭蕉翁生家) is located in Iga, Mie prefecture. Basho is known as the Haiku Master.
He was born in this house in 1644. He traveled all over Japan and wrote many beautiful poems.
The structures are the same as when he was growing up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300yen for Adult. 100 yen for Students.
Time: 08:30 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Closed: From Dec. 29 to Jan. 3
<b>Access</b>
0. Uenoshi Station.
1. walk east 15 min.yes223http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sukodo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME012.flv.jpgSukodoSukodo (崇廣堂) is old Samurai School remaining in Iga, Mie prefecture. It was built in 1821 by 10th lord of Iga, Todo Takasawa for training children of his Samurai. The school has both literatures and martial arts. The class hall of the literatures are still remains. It is registered as the national historic site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
Admission: 200 yen for adult, Collage and high school for 150 yen, Under Junior 100 yen. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Uenoshi station.
1. walk (5 min.)yes286http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minomushi_an/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME013.flv.jpgMinomushi-anMinomushi-an (蓑虫庵) is the tea house that produced by Haiku Master Basho. It is located in Iga, Prefecture. Minomushi-an is one of 5 Basho Tea Houses. It is only remaining Basho Tea House. In 1688, Basho stayed this house and named this house Minomushi. The house was constructed by Hattori. Because of its historical value, it is registered as the national historic sites and scenery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300yen for adult, 100 for under high school.
Time: 08:30 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Closed: From Dec. 29 to Jan. 3
<b>Access</b>
0. at Uenoshi Station.
1. use Iga Line to Kayamachistation.
2. walk west (20 min.)yes223http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kudoyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK032.flv.jpgKudoyamaKudoyama (九度山) is a historic site with Sanada Yukimura spots and World Heritage Site. Sanada Yukimura stayed here at Kudoyama with his father Masayuki afte the battle of Sekigahara. There are many Yukimura Spots in this town. Also, Kudoyama was the entrance of Mt. Koya. There are temples and shrines that are registered as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hashimoto Station.
1. use Nankai Koya Line to Kudoyamayes382http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanada_an/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK030.flv.jpgSanada-anSanada-an (真田庵) is a Sanada Yukimura related temple located in Wakayama. It was built on the house of Sanada Yukimura and his father. They stayed this place after the battle of Sekigahara. And waited for the revenge to Tokugawa Ieyasu.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 7:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hashimoto Station.
1. use Nankai Koya Line to Kudoyama.
2. walke west (15 min.)yes107http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/syoriji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK031.flv.jpgSyoriji TempleSyoriji Temple (勝利寺) is a Shingon Buddhism Temple established by Priest Kukai. It was established in 9th century.
People who worship Koyasan used to stay at this temple.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hashimoto Station.
1. use Nankai Koya Line to Kudoyama.
2. walke west (30 min.)yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/obara_juku_honjin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL221.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL221.flv.jpgObara juku HonjinObara juku Honjin (小原宿本陣) is the traditional house located in northern Kanagawa. It was the hotel of Kosyu road where Daimyo stayed during the parade.
Obara juku Honji is the only remaining Honjin in Kanagawa. It was constructed in early 19th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Time: 9:30 to 16:00
Closed: Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takao Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Sagami Station.
2. walk east.yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jisonin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK028.flv.jpgJisoninJisonin (慈尊院) is Shingon Buddhism Temple located in Kudoyama, Wakayama Pref. It was established by Priest Kukai in 816 for the entrance of Koyasan. Kukai's mother visited here and showed highly respect to the main statues. There is the mausoleum of Kukai's mother. Koyasan was highly restricted for women. Only man can allow to enter. So, Jisonin was the temple for women to worship Koyasan. Even today, Jisonin is highly respected for women as women's Koyasan. It is located as the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hashimoto Station.
1. use Nankai Koya Line to Kudoyama.
2. walke west (30 min.)yes345http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/niu_kanshobu_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK029.flv.jpgNiu Kanshobu ShrineNiu Kanshobu Shrine (丹生官省符神社) is one of the old shrine located in Wakayama. It was established by Priest Kukai in 816 as the entrance of Koyasan. The god of this shrine led Priest Kukai to Mt. Koya and introduce the sacred place. Priest Kukai highly appreciated the god and built a shrine here. It is designated as UNESCO World Heritage site.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hashimoto Station.
1. use Nankai Koya Line to Kudoyama.
2. walke west (30 min.)yes154http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_jimba/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL219.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL219.flv.jpgMt.JimbaMt.Jimba (陣馬山) is one of popular mountain located in Kanagawa. It is about 855m tall and has a great view of Mt. Fuji. It is chosen as 50 best views of Kanagawa. Because of its easy access from Tokyo, many people enjoy hiking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking space for this trekking.
There are many restroom.
Trekking takes about 3 houses in total.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takao Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Fujino.
2. use local bus to Jimbasantozanguchi.
3. walk.yes268http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/momonoo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA025.flv.jpgMomonoo FallsMomonoo Falls (桃尾の滝) is 23m tall waterfalls located in Nara Prefecture. This place was used to be a part of Ryufukuji temple.
This falls was used for Takigyo for Shingon Buddhism.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Tenri.
2. walk 3 hours.yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sumo_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA026.flv.jpgSumo ShrineSumo Shrine (相撲神社) is the birthplace of Sumo located in Nara. It the time of 11the emperor Suijin, Nominosukune and Taimanokehaya did Sumo in front of the emperor. That was the beginning of Sumo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Makimuku Station.
2. walk east (40 min.)yes106http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwadateo_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL220.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL220.flv.jpgIwadateo ShrineIwadateo Shrine (石楯尾神社) is established in the time of 12th emperor Keikou. It is one of the oldest shrine in Yamanashi. Iwatate was the worrier who defeated Fujiwara revolt in 764. The Kagura hall was constructed in 1845. It is very unique because the stage and gate are combined.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
No people working.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takao Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Uenohara Station.
2. use local bus to Iwatateojinja.yes147http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurumayama_kogen_ski_resort/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL108.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL108.flv.jpgKurumayama kogen Ski ResortKurumayama kogen Ski Resort (車山高原スキー場) is a great winter sports spot with beautiful snow located in Nagano Prefecture. Because its altitude is very high, 1,500m to 1900m from the sea level, the quality of the snow is very great. There are 8 different courses from the beginners to experts. Especially, the beginners courses has long and wide space so that people can practice well. From the top of the mountain, it has a great view of Mt. Yatsugatake, Minami Alps and Kita Alps.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
One day Lift Ticket: 4,000 yen for adult, 2,500 yen for kids.
There is night ticket.
Time: 8:45 to 16:45 (night starts 16:00 to 19:45, weekend start at 8:00)
Period: the early of December to the end of March.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okaya Station.
1. use Chuo Line to Chino Station.
2. use local bus to Kurumayamakogen Skijo (60 min.)yes590http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwako_eraser_factory_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL085.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL085.flv.jpgIwako Eraser Factory TourIwako Eraser Factory Tour (イワコー消しゴム工場見学) is a popular factory tour in Saitama Prefecture. Every Saturday, Iwako has a factory tour every Saturday. Iwako creats the unique figure kinds of eraser and people will enjoy to see how the erasers are produced. It will be great experience with your kids. It has also the lecture of how eraser works, as well. It will show you the great Japanese factory.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Please use the public transportation.
Need to make a reservation: 048-998-5502 (9:00 to 17:00)
Has to be over 6 years old (when the kids join, parents must attend with them.)
Unit of the reservation is per family, not individual.
No English explanation.yes568http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rape_blossoms_azumayama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL222.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL222.flv.jpgRape Blossoms at Azumayama ParkRape Blossoms at Azumayama Park(吾妻山公園菜の花) is a beautiful flower spot in Feburary in Kanagawa. From the end of January to the end of Feburary beautiful yellow flowers bloom in the huge feild in this park. Azumayama is 136.2m tall mountain located on the Shonan Beach. It has a great view of Mt. Fuji and Sagami Bay area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Ninomiya.
2. walk north (5 min.)yes343http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mia_ski_resort/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL109.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL109.flv.jpgMIA Ski ResortMIA Ski Resort (開田高原マイアスキー場) is one of the great ski resort located in Kaida Highland, Nagano Prefecture. It has an excellent powder snow because the altitude of the hill is very high. Because MIA is located on Mt. Ontake, it has a great view of Chuo Alps and Kita Alps mountains. There are 8 different courses including kids course. The slopes of the hills covers from the beginners to the expert. Also, it has a couples of slaloms that satisfies the professionals. There are curling field, Ice Wall Climbing, and Snowshoe Trekking as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Lift Tickets:
1500 Yen for adult and 1200 Yen for kids on weekdays.
3900 Yen for adult and 2500 Yen for senior and 1500Yen for kids on weekends and Holiday.
Time: 8:30 to 16:30.
Season: From December to end of April.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive Route 19 to 361 to Mt. Ontake.yes906http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamayuri_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL110.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL110.flv.jpgYamayuri OnsenYamayuri Onsen (やまゆり荘) is one of Onsen located in Kiso, Nagano Prefecture. It is one of the best Onsen in Kiso area. The temperature of Onsen water is about 45C. Kiso has many sports activities, and after those sports, you can enjoy Onsen to relax.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 450 Yen for adult, 200 Yen for kids.
Time: 10:00 to 19:00
Close: Tuesday (when it is the holiday, it opens.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. Local bus to Onsen (40 min.)yes180http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kisoumanosato_winter_horse_riding/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL111.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL111.flv.jpgKisoumanoSato Winter Horse RidingKisoumanoSato Winter Horse Riding (木曽馬の里冬乗馬) is one of the great attraction in Kaida Highland, Nagano Prefecture. In winter, Kaida Highland will be covered with deep snow. And here in Kisoumano Sato has a great horse riding on the snow. It has a great scenery of winter with fresh air and view of Mt. Ontake. There is a long course of horse riding that you can enjoy the mountain forest.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Time: 8:30 to 16:30
Horse Riding: 10:00 to 12:00, 14:00 to 16:00
Draft Horse Riding:
- Short Course: 500 yen 2 min.
- Long Course: 1,000 yen 5 min.
- Extra Long Course: 5,000 30 min.
Horse Riding: 1,500 yen 15 min.
All season. All weather.
Wagon: 500 yen~
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. there is a shuttle bus to Kaidakogen Visitor's center.
2. walk 5 min.
Note: Don't enter the track and inside of the fence. You can feed horses with grasses around the stable.yes232http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ontake_2240/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL112.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL112.flv.jpgOntake 2240Ontake 2240 (おんたけ2240) is one of the Ski Resort located in Otaki, Nagano Prefecture. It is located south side of Mt. Ontake. The altitude of the Ontake 2240 is 2240m from the sea level. The great features of this place is the high rate of sunny days. 2 out of 3 days are sunny. Another feature is the beautiful powder snow. It has a great view of Chuo Alps from the top of the hill. There are many different kinds of course and longest course is about 7km long.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Lift Tickets:
4500 yen for adult, 2000 yen for under Junior High, 3500 yen for senior.
Season: December to Golden Week in May.
Time: 8:45 to 16:00.(8:15 in weekends and holiday.)
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
From the route 19 to route 20 to Otakei Village center. To north.yes391http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_takamine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL113.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL113.flv.jpgMt. TakamineMt. Takamine (高峯山) is 2,092m tall mountain located Takamine Highland, Nagano Prefecture. It has a great view of all Chuo, Kita and Minami Alps mountains, Mt. Fuji and Yatsugatake mountains. From the Takamine Onsen, the trekking is about 2 hours in total. In the winter, you can borrow the snowshoes at the Onsen and enjoy winter hiking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
If you stay at Takamine Onsen, you can borrow snowshoes free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Karuizawa Station.
1. Use local bus to Takaminekogen Asama 2000
2. there is shuttle bus from the Ski Resort in winter.yes329http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kisokoma_night_snow_walk/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL114.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL114.flv.jpgKisokoma Night Snow WalkKisokoma Night Snow Walk (木曽駒高原ナイトスノーシュー) is one of the great winter activities in Kiso, Nagano Prefecture. It is 1 hour of hiking under the beautiful night ski on the snow. You will enjoy different aspects of snow beauty. There is a guide to escort you to the mysterious world of snow. After the hiking, you will have a great dinner at the Guest House Hilltop.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There is parking and restroom at Guest House Hilltop.
Admission: 5,000 yen including dinner.
Time: 18:30 to 20:30
Season: From February to March.
Register at Hilltop at least 2days before the tour.
0264-23-8031
Requires: Winter wears.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.yes378http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koajiro_forest/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL223.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL223.flv.jpgKoajiro ForestKoajiro Forest (小網代の森) is located in Miura peninsula, Kanagawa Prefecture.It is a beautiful forest aroung the river. It is amazing place where you can enjoy excellent nature just next to Tokyo big city. Let's check it out. The strolling under the nature takes about 1 hours. In great Tokyo region, this forest is the only forest that has a original ecosystem from the river to the ocean.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Misakiguchi Station.
1. walk south (10 min.)yes268http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawazu_sakura_miura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL224.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL224.flv.jpgKawazu Sakura of MiurakaiganKawazu Sakura of Miurakaigan (三浦海岸河津桜) is early blooming Cherry Blossom happens in Miura Peninsula, Kanagawa Prefecture. There are 1,000 Sakura Trees that bloom from the middle of February to early March. There are also field mustered bloom at the same time. Kawazu Sakura has a beautiful pink petal. During the seasons, there is food stands and shops that sales local products.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There are many restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kurihama
1. use Keikyu to Miurakaigan.
2. walk south (5 min.)yes173http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_kurofu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL115.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL115.flv.jpgMt. KurofuMt. Kurofu (黒斑山) is 2,404m tall mountain located on the border of Gunma and Nagano prefecture. It has a great view of Mt. Asama. Mt. Kurofu has very easy trekking route that takes about 2 hours. It is also very easy for a winter hiking. In the winter, this mountain will be covered with full of snow.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the entrance.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omuro Station.
1. use local bus to Kurumazakatouge.
2. takes 2 hours to the top.yes203http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_kurofu_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL116.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL116.flv.jpgMt. Kurofu TrekkingMt. Kurofu Trekking (黒斑山トレッキング) is one of the beginners snow trekking. Mt. Kurofu is 2,404m mountain located on the border of Gunma and Nagano Prefecture. The trekking takes 2 hours from the entrace to the top and at the top, it has a great view of Mt. Asama. The route is very easy even with snow.
<b>Touris Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
For winter trekking. You must has all gears, shoes and wears for snow trekking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omuro Station.
1. use local bus to Kurumazakatouge.
2. takes 2 hours to the top.yes319http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_mizunotou/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL117.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL117.flv.jpgMt. MizunotouMt. Mizunotou (水の塔山) is a 2,202m tall mountain located in Nagano prefecture. It has a great view of Kita Alps, Chuo Alps and Mt. Fuji. It is only 2 hours trekking from the entrance.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Omuro Station.
1. use local bus to Takamine Onsen.
2. walkyes201http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiso_furusato_taikenkan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL118.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL118.flv.jpgFurusato TaikenkanFurusato Taikenkan (ふるさと体験館きそふくしま) is a folk craft experiencing museum located in Kiso, Nagano Prefecture. There are many folk crafts that you can experience. Making Soba and Wood craft works are main experiencing in here. Soba is very tasty when you make it from the powder. You can also try Sasamaki roll, Mochi and many other local foods of Kiso. You can cook your own travel food and make your own souvenirs.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Making Soba:
Admission:1,200 yen. From 3 persons.
Time: 2 hours.
Wood Craft: 550 or more. From 1 person.
Time: 1 hour.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on route 361.yes580http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jyoshozenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL119.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL119.flv.jpgJyoshozenji TempleJyoshozenji Temple (定勝禅寺) is Zen Temple located in Okuwa, Nagano Prefecture. Sanmon Gate, Kuri and the main Hall are registered as the national important caltural assets. Unlike other temple in Nagano, Jyoshozenji takes the Kyoto Temple style. It was established in late 14th century. It is one of the 3 major temples in Kiso. It has also beautiful Japanese garden in this temple.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission:300 yen for adult, 150 yen for kids.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00 ( 8:00 to 16:00 in winter).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisofukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo line to Suhara Station.
2. walk south.yes287http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/isonokami_jingu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA027.flv.jpgIsonokami JinguIsonokami Jingu (石上神宮) is one of the oldest shrine located in Nara. It's been highly respected as the shrine of Mononobe clan. Mononobe clan was the head of old imperial army. It enshrines the divine sword of the Emperor Jinmu. This sword was carried from Korea in 4th century. It was established in the time of the 10th Emperor Suijin. This shrine appears as Jingu in Japanese Myth, Nihonshoki.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Tenri Station.
2. walk east (20 min.)yes423http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/omiwa_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA028.flv.jpgOmiwa ShrineOmiwa Shrine (大神神社) is one of the oldest shrines located in Nara. The legend said, the establishement of this shrine appears in Kojiki and Nihonshoki, the Japanese Myth. It enshrines Mt. Miwa and Omononanushi. Omiwa shrine takes the ancient Shinto Style of Shirne because it enshrines the mountain. The site of Shrine is the national historic site.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Miwa Station.
2. walk eastyes308http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/imai_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA032.flv.jpgImai TownImai Town (今井町) is Edo Style town located in Kashihara, Nara prefecture. There are about 500 traditional houses and 9 of them are registered as the national important cultural assets. This makes the largest scale of the town of the preservation Districts for Groups of Traditional Buildings. It has a great view of old time of Japanese town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashihara Jinbumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Kashihara Line to Yaginishiguchi Station.
2. walk west.yes679http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suhara_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL120.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL120.flv.jpgSuhara-jukuSuhara-juku (須原宿) is one of the post towns of Kiso-ji, Nagano prefecture. It is 39th post town on Nakasendo Road. There were about 104 houses and 24 hotels in Suhara-juku. Today, there are many traditional houses that has the scenery of Edo period. Mizubune, the water boat, is the main feature of this town. Also, Joshoji temple is the another feature feature of Suharajuku.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Suhara.yes337http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwashihama_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG017.flv.jpgIwashihama BeachIwashihama Beach(いわし浜)is a port located in Aioi, Hyogo Prefecture. Aioi is very famous for its oyster. It is known as the most expensive Oyster in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Himeji Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Nishi Aioi.
2. walk south (40 min.)yes155http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aodani_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT033.flv.jpgAodani bairinAodani bairin (青谷梅林) is the large plum forest located Jyoyo, Kyoto. There are about 10,000 plum trees that bloom beautiful flowers in March. There is matsuri festival during the blossom season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. Use JR Nara Line to Yamashiro Aodani.
2. walk east (20 min.)yes408http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gifu_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF064.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF064.flv.jpgGifu BairinGifu Bairin (岐阜梅林) is a plum forest garden located in Gifu. There are 50 kinds 1,300 plum trees in this garden. From the middle of January to end of March, Ume flowers bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station.
1. use local bus to Bairin Koen.yes325http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kikyo_sword_smith_factory/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG021.flv.jpgKikyo Sword Smith FactoryKikyo Sword Smith Factory (桔梗隼光鍛刀場) is a Katana smith studio located in Aioi, Hyogo Prefecture. Sword Smith Kikyo Hayamitsu has over 10 years of experiencing of making Katana. His studio is located in Uryu Rakan no Sato. It opens almost everyday, and people can watch his work free and anytime. He learned Bizen Style of Okayama. So, his sword is Bizen Katana.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
The time and day of his working time is very randamly.
This is not the tourist spot. Don't disturb his working.
Be very careful because it use extremely hot frame and steel.
You can take a photo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Himeji Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Aioi.
2. walk north (2 hours)yes423http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_manyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG019.flv.jpgCape ManyoCape Manyo (万葉岬) is a great view point located in Aioi, Hyogo. It has a great view of Seto Inland Sea. It is a very famous camellia spot. That bloom in late March.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Himeji Station.
1. use JR Ako Line Nishiaioi Station.
2. walk route 250 (2 hours)yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanjosan_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG018.flv.jpgKanjosan CastleType: Mountain Castle
Built in: Kamakura Period to Nanboku Period.
Class: Ruins
Kanjosan Caslte is the ruins of the mountain castles located in Aioi, Hyogo Prefecture. It is also known Uryu Castle.
In 1336, Akamatu clan stayed in this castle and defeated the invasion of Nitta Yoshisada. Ashikaga Takauji sent him thank you letter. Kanjo means thank you letter.
It remains the baileys in great condition. At the top bailey, there are stone walls and all the structures of the castle are preserved well.yes233http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sai_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA029.flv.jpgSai shrineSai shrine (狭井神社) is one of the oldest shrine located in Nara. It was established in the time of the 11th emperor Suinin. It is the entrance of Mt. Miwa that is the sacred mountain of Omiwa Shrine.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Don't take any photo and video of the sacred mountain.
Do drink, no food.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Miwa Station.
2. walk east.yes210http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuehiko_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA030.flv.jpgKuehiko ShrineKuehiko Shrine (久延彦神社) located in Nara. It enshrines the god of the wisdom and education.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Miwa Station.
2. walk east.yes120http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ootataneko_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA031.flv.jpgOotataneko ShrineOotataneko Shrine (大直禰子神社) is one of old shrine located in Nara. It enshrines the grand son of Omiwa. It is also known as Wakamiya. The main shrine is registered as The Important Cultural Asset. Inside of the shrine, there is Kannon Statue that is the national treasure of Japan.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Miwa Station.
2. walk east.yes104http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/osake_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG020.flv.jpgOsake ShrineOsake Shrine (大避神社) is one of the oldest shrine in Hyogo Prefecture.
It is also known as Tsuchida no miya. Hatano Kawakazu rested here during his travel in 7th century. In 1314, Terada Honen attacked this area, and people of Toji defeated with this shrine.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Himeji Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Une Station.
2. walk east.yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uryu_rakan_stone_statues/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG022.flv.jpgUryu Rakan Stone StatuesUryu Rakan Stone Statues (瓜生羅漢石仏) are made in the time of emperor Kinmei, early 6th century. There are about 20 statues. Priest Kukai also made ones in here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Himeji Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Aioi.
2. walk north (2 hours)yes164http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/norn_minakami_ski_resort/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL062.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL062.flv.jpgNorn Minakami Ski ResortNorn Minakami Ski Resort (ノルン水上スキー場) is one of the closest Ski resort located in Gunma Prefecture. There are 5 different courses. The altitude of the highest hill is 1,220m from the sea level, and the longest course is about 2km long. There are many facilities for both experts of Ski and Snowboarding.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Open time: 7:00 to 22:00 to around the end of March. Closed at 16:00 in the Lastweek of March.
Season: 12/18 to 3/29
Admission:
One day: 4,500 JPY for Adult, 3,600 JPY for Kids, 4,000 Senior.
5 Hours: 3,900 JPY for Adult, 3,000 JPY for Kids, 3,400 Senior.
Morning: 2,100 JPY for Adult, 1,800 JPY for Kids, 2,000 Senior.
There is a group discount.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numata Station.
1. use JR Joetsu Line to Minakami.
2. use Shuttle Bus (20 min.)
There is a shuttle bus from JR Shinkansen, Jomo Station.yes458http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_mori_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA064.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA064.flv.jpgSakura at Mori GardenSakura at Mori Garden (毛利庭園の桜) is a beautiful Cherry Blossom spot in Tokyo. It is a Japanese garden with Sakura. Mori Garden is a Dimyo garden built in Edo period. The beautiful Japanese garden and modern building are great harmony of old and new. In late March, beautiful Sakura blooms. It has lit-up Sakura at Night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
No Hanami Party.
Lit-up: 17:30 to 23:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Yurakucho.
2. use Hibiya Line to Roppongi.yes161http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_yaesu_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA065.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA065.flv.jpgSakura in Yaesu StreetYaesu Street (八重洲通りの桜) has a beautiful Sakura trees. It is located east side of Tokyo Station. There are about 150 Sakura Tress that bloom in Late March. You can enjoy lit-up at night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Use public parking and restroom at each buildings.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. walk east (5 min.).yes216http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_kanda_myojin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA066.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA066.flv.jpgSakura at Kanda Myojin ShrineSakura at Kanda Myojin Shrine (神田明神の桜) is a great cherrry blossom spot in Tokyo.
Kanda Myoji has a small garden with fill of Sakura.
<b>Tourit Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
No Hanami Party.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchi Line to Ochanomizu station.
2. walk north.yes158http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_of_jingugaien/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA067.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA067.flv.jpgSakura of JingugaienSakura of Jingugaien (神宮外苑の桜) is one of the Cherry Blossom spots in Tokyo. There are abtou 500 Sakura trees in this park. In late March, beautiful Sakura blooms.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Shinanomachi Station.
2. walk south.yes247http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_at_gumyouji_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA068.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA068.flv.jpgHanami at Gumyouji ParkHanami at Gumyouji Park (弘明寺公園の桜). Gumyoji Park is one of Cherry Blossom spot in Yokohama. There are many Sakura Trees for Hanami Party. This park is located on the hill. On the top of the hill, the is a observatory to see the great view of Yokohama. Around the observatory, there are about 270 Sakura Trees.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Gumyoji Station.
2. walk west.yes232http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ohoka_river_promenade/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA069.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA069.flv.jpgOhoka River PromenadeOhoka River Promenade (大岡川プロムナード) is one of the largest Sakura spot in Yokohama.
About 2km long of the riverside walk, there are 500 Sakura Trees. From the late March to early April, Cherry Blossom blooms. There are festival that has many food stands and lit-up Sakura as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Thare are many restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Gumyoji or Hinodecho.
2. walk.yes368http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_at_nogeyama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA070.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA070.flv.jpgHanami at Nogeyama ParkHanami at Nogeyama Park (野毛山公園の桜) is very popular in Yokohama. Nogeyama Park is located near the down town of Yokokohama. There are about 250 Sakura Trees in this park. There is zoo in this park, that also you can enjoy animals and Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Hinodecho Station.
2. walk west (10 min.)yes282http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_at_toneri_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA072.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA072.flv.jpgHanami at Toneri ParkHanami at Toneri Park (舎人公園の花見). Toneri Park is one of the large park in Tokyo. It is also known as a great Sakura spot. There are about 500 Sakura Trees. Sakura blooms in the late March to early April. People enjoy Hanami party.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nippori Station.
1. use Nippori Toneri Liner to Toneri Park.yes379http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_of_yanaka_cemetery/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA073.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA073.flv.jpgSakura of Yanaka CemeterySakura of Yanaka Cemetery (谷中霊園の桜) is very famous in Tokyo. It is also known as famous Sakura spot. There is Sakura Ave. that create Sakura Tunnel.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nippori Station.
1. walk south.yes228http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_at_nogeyama_zoo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA071.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA071.flv.jpgSakura at Nogeyama ZooSakura at Nogeyama Zoo (野毛山動物園の桜) is very famous spot in Yokohama. There is Park right next the zoo. In this place there are 250 Sakura Trees. You can enjoy animals and Sakura at the same time. It will be great place to visit with your family.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Admission: Free.
Time: 9:30 to 16:30 (last entry 16:00).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Hinodecho Station.
2. walk west (10 min.)yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumagaya_sakura_bank/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA074.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA074.flv.jpgKumagaya Sakura BankKumagaya Sakura Bank (熊谷桜堤) is a Hanami spot in Saitama prefecture. There are about five hundred Sakura trees beside the Arakawa river. It is chosen as one of 100 best Sakura spots in Japan. It was chosen as one of the one hundred best Sakura spots in Japan.
<b>TouristInfo.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
During the season, there are many food stand.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya Station.
1. walk south (10 min.)yes276http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takasaki_castle_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA075.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA075.flv.jpgTakasaki Castle SakuraTakasaki Castle is one of the best Sakura spots in Gunma. There are about three hundred sakura trees in the grounds of this castle. The Sakura is also lit up at night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_maebashi_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA076.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA076.flv.jpgHanami at Maebashi ParkMaebashi Park (前橋公園の桜) is a great Sakura spot in Gunma. There are about 200 Sakura Trees in this park. Beautiful cherry blossoms bloom here from late March to early April.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
During the season, there is Sakura Festival.
Lit up: Sunset to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. use JR Ryomo line to Maebashi station.
2. walk (20 min.)yes283http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanamiyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA077.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA077.flv.jpgHanamiyamaHanamiyama (花見山) is one of the most popular Flower Spots in Tohoku Region. The entire mountain are covered with many flowers. There are about 70 kinds of flowers that all bloom in April. The main feature of Hanamiyama is beautiful Sakura. Unlike other Sakura spots, Hanamiyama has many kinds of Sakura. It was considered as the home town of spring flowers in Tohoku.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Sakura Season: From the middle of April to the end.
Admission: Free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukushima Station.
1. there is shuttle bus.yes644http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_omorishiroyama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA078.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA078.flv.jpgOmorishiroyama Park HanamiOmorishiroyama Park(大森城山公園) is one of the best Sakura spots in Fukushima. It was used to be the hilltop Castle of Date Masamune. Today, it has about 700 Sakura Trees in this ruins of the castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Sakura Blooms in the middle of April.
There are Sakura Matsuri during the season.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukushima Station.
1. use local bus to Omorimotochoshinobushisyo Iriguchi.
2. walk (15 min.)yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soma_nakamura_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK041.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK041.flv.jpgSoma Nakamura CastleSoma Nakamura Castle (相馬中村城) is located in Soma, Fukushima Prefecture. Constructed in 1649.
It was built in around the beginning of 9th century. Nakamura clan became the load of Soma in 1337. It is a hilltop mountain and the main bailey is 23m high from the ground. There are moats, stone walls and baileys preserved in great conditions. It is also well known as Sakura Spots.
In the middle of April, Cherry Blossom bloom beautifully.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Soma Station.
1. walk west (20 min.)yes382http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/alone_pine_kashima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK042.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK042.flv.jpgAlone Pine of KashimaAlone Pine of Kashima (鹿島の一本松) is one of surviving pine from Tsunami in 2011. This alone pine is located in Minami Soma, Fukushima prefecture. It is also known as Miracle Alone Pine.
It survived from the Tsunami in 2011 and is still standing today. This pine is the symbol of the restoration of Fukushima.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
-Don't come closer, it will damage the root-
<b>Access</b>
0. at Soma Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kashima.
2. walk east (40 min.)yes120http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soma_hyakusyaku_kannon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK043.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK043.flv.jpgSoma Hyakusyaku KannonSoma Hyakusyaku Kannon (相馬百尺観音) one of the Kannon Statue located in Fukushima. This Kannon had started its construction in 1931 by Ara yoshiaki. Today, the 4rd generation is working on it.
However, it was not finished yet. Current hight is 26.4m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Soma Station.
1. walk south (1 hour)yes100http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_sakuradayama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA080.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA080.flv.jpgSakuradayama Park HanamiSakuradayama Park(桜平山公園の桜) is one of Sakura Spots in Minami Soma. It is a park located on the hill. There are many Sakura tress that bloom in the middle April. It has a great view of Pacific Ocean as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Soma Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kashima Line.
2. walk west (30 min.)yes159http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_manogawa_river/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA081.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA081.flv.jpgHanami at Manogawa RiverManogawa River (真野川) is a popular Sakura spot in Soma, Fukushima. There are many Sakura trees on the riverside.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking ore restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Soma Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kashima Line.
2. walk west (10 min.)yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hansaki_sweeping_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA082.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA082.flv.jpgHansaki Sweeping SakuraHansaki Sweeping Sakura (飯崎のしだれ桜) is one of the great Shidare located in Fukushima. It is a giant Cherry Blossom that bloom in the middle of April. It is 300 years old Sweeping Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
This is located inside of the private cemetery. So, don't enter the tumbs and others. Be polite and keep the good manners.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Soma Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Odaka Station.
2. walk west (40 min.)yes154http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akiyama_koma_zakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA083.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA083.flv.jpgAkiyama Koma ZakuraAkiyama Koma Zakura (秋山の駒ザクラ) is famous Cherry Blossom in Fukushima. It is 500 years old Sweeping Sakura. It is 21m tall huge Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Donation: 100 Yen.
It blooms around the middle of April.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukushima Station.
1. drive to route 114 to Minami Soma.
2. change route 51 to north.yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daihizan_sekibutsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK045.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK045.flv.jpgDaihizan SekibutsuDaihizan Sekibutsu (大悲山の石仏) has many historical Buddha Statue. It was carved on the small stone cliffs in Fukushima. There are many stone sculptures that was built in early 8th century.
Therefore, they are registered as the national historic sites. These stone sculptures are one of 3 great cave sculptures in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Soma Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Momouchi Station.
2. walk north (30 min.)yes188http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ogura_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK046.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK046.flv.jpgOgura HouseOgura House (御倉邸) is one of the traditional houses located in Fukushima. It was the house of the brunch manager of the bank of Japan in Fukushima. It was constructed in 1927.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Time: 10:00 to 18:00
Closed: Tuesday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukushima Station.
1. walkyes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashima_fukko_shopping_mall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK044.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK044.flv.jpgKashima Fukko Shopping MallKashima Fukko Shopping Mall (かしま福幸商店街) is one of the prefab shopping mall after Tsunami located in Minami Soma, Fukushima prefecture. It was built in 2011 for the shops that has damaged by the earthquake in 2011 or people must moved because the original location became the quarantine zone because of Fukushima Daiichi. There are 7 stores opens in this mall. It has a great shops including a great restaurants.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Soma Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kashima Station.
2. walk (10 min.)yes496http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyoken_factory_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL225.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL225.flv.jpgKiyoken Factory TourKiyoken Factory Tour(崎陽軒工場見学) is one of the most popular factory tour in Yokohama. Kiyoken is the most popular Shumai, Japanese dumpling, brand in Japan. It is about 90 min. long tour and you can learn the history of Kiyoken and why it is so taste good even though Shumai is cold. Moreover, you will see and enjoy the product line of Shumai. Dynamic machine produce 800,000 Shumai everyday. It will be a great educational tour of Japanese food industry.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a few parking space.
Admission: Free.
Note: No age limit. Upto 40 people.
Time: 10:30 and 13:00.
Day: Wed. to Sat. The Last day of the month is closed.
Tour: 90 min.
Reservation: only phone 045-472-5890 (8:00 to 18:00)
or contact <a href="mailto:sales@mustlovejapan.com">MustLoveJapan</a>
Important: This tour is Japanese Only.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Shin-Yokohama.
2. use local bus (station 5) to Kohoku Inter.
3. walk.yes572http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/megane_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL063.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL063.flv.jpgMegane BridgeMegane Bridge (めがね橋) is one of the main feature located in Annaka, Gunma Prefecture. It is a huge bridge made by bricks constructed in 1893. It was designed by British Architect Charles Assheton Whately Pownall. The size of the bridge is 91m long and 31m high from Usui river. It used about 2 million bricks and one of the largest brick made bridge in Japan. It is designated as the national Important cultural assets.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Yokokawa.
2. walk north (2 hours)yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/abt_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL064.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL064.flv.jpgAbt PassAbt Pass(アプトの道) is one of the popular hiking spot located in Annaka, Gunma Prefecture. It was used to be the railway, but today it was rebuilt as the hiking spot. It is 6km long pass with many old tunnel and bridges which are construted in 1893. You can walk on Megane Bridge that is one of the largest Brick Made Bridge in Japan. It is also very famous spot for Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
The light will be shut down at 6:00 pm
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Yokokawa.
2. walk north (2 hours)yes265http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakamoto_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL065.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL065.flv.jpgSakamoto-jukuSakamoto-juku (坂本宿) is one of the post town of Nakasendo Road located in Gunma Prefecture. It was 17th post town from Edo. Sakamoto-juku is located just before Usui Pass that was very difficult place to pass on Nakasendo Road. There are few buildings that has the old view of the post town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Yokokawa.
2. walk north (1 hours)yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arafune_wind_cave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL066.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL066.flv.jpgArafune Wind CaveArafune Wind Cave (荒船風穴) is one of historic site that registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of Tomioka Silk Mill and Related Sites. It was wind cave that was used for the storage for silkworms. Cold wind from from the mountains brow from the cave even in summer. It remains a great conditions.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 Yen for adult. Free for under highschool.
Closed: 12/1 to 3/31
Time: 9:30 to 16:00
It is very far from Parking and road is very steep.
<b>Access</b>
Need car. Get off at Shimonita of Joetsu Express way. Drive 254 to west.yes103http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ikego_mountain_trail/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL226.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL226.flv.jpgIkego Mountain TrailIkego Mountain Trail (池子やまなみルート) is a popular and beautiful hiking course located in Zushi, Kanagawa. The trail takes about 4 hours from Zushi Station to Mutsuura. There is Hisagi pond and observatory. At the observatory, you can enjoy Mt. Fuji. Also, it travels to Asahina pass that is one of 7 entries to Kamakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Use restroom at the station before you start trail.
Donot enter the restricted zone.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Zushi Station.
1. walk north.yes424http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_daibosatsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL093.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL093.flv.jpgMt. DaibosatsuMt. Daibosatsu (大菩薩嶺) is one of 100 best Japanese mountains located in Yamanashi. It is 2,057m tall with beautiful view of Mt. Fuji and Kofu. It is a very popular mountain for hiking around Tokyo. The trekking takes about 4 hours for round trip. There are many rest house with food and gift shops on this mountain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kai-Yamato Station.
2. use shuttle bus to Daibosatsu.yes263http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daibosatutoge_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL094.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL094.flv.jpgDaibosatutoge TrekkingDaibosatutoge Trekking (大菩薩峠トレッキング) is one of the popular hikings around Tokyo. Daibosatutoge is a mountain pass that located in Mt. Daibosatsu. Mt. Daibosatsu is chosen as one of 100 best Japanese mountains located in Yamanashi Prefecture. The trakking takes about 4 hours for round trip. There are some resting shops that has foods and gifts. On the roof pass, you will see the great view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kai-Yamato Station.
2. use shuttle bus to Daibosatsu.yes546http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanzo_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL095.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL095.flv.jpgKanzo HouseKanzo House (甘草屋敷) is one of the traditional houses located in Kosyu, Yamanashi Prefecture. It was used to be Takano House that constructed in early 19th century. It is a large farmer's house that has a feature of Kosyu Houses. It is registered as the national important caltural asset.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 Yen for adult and 200 for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 16:30
Close: Tuseday (when it is holiday it will be next day.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Enzan Station.
2. walk 2 min.yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashio_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL096.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL096.flv.jpgKashio BridgeKashio Bridge (柏尾橋) is one of historic sites located in Yamanashi. It was used to be a part of Kosyu Road. In 1868, the commander of Shinsengumi, Kondo Isami lead his army and fought against the army of Meiji Government. Kondo's army was lost in this battle and this was the beginning of the fall of Edo Gervernment.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Katsunumabudogou.
2. walk south (1 hour)yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cedar_of_yatate/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL097.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL097.flv.jpgCedar of YatateCedar of Yatate (矢立の杉) is over 1,000 years old giant cedar trees located in Yamanashi Prefecture. It is 26.5m tall and 14m wide. In old time, samurai aimed this cedar with their bow to pray the wish for the victory. This is also located on Kosyu Road.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
No restroom.
Do not touch this tree.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Sasago Station.
2. walk west (2 hours.)yes99http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_amagi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI116.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI116.flv.jpgMt. AmagiMt. Amagi (天城山) is one of the popular mountain located in Izu Peninsula. It is chosen as one of 100 best Japanese mountains. There are 3 peaks in Mt. Amagi. The tallest mountain is Mt. Banzaburo that is 1,406m. It is very popular mountain with beautiful buna trees. You can enjoy hiking under deep forest. It is Azalea spot in Shizuoka prefecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Trekking takes about 4 hours.
Park at Amagi Highland Golf Course.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive route 135 to 111 west.yes534http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakatsugawa_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF065.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF065.flv.jpgNakatsugawa-jukuNakatsugawa-juku (中津川宿) is 45th post town of Nakasendo road. It is located in eastern Gifu Prefecture. There are many traditional houses that offers the great view of Edo period. Great features of Nakatsugawa-juku is the house with Udatsu. Only rich family had great Udatsu in their house. This house is Soga House it was constructed in the middle of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking at Nakatsugawa History Museum.
The restroom is located at the historic resting place.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakatsugawa Station.
1. walk south (10 min.)yes477http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ohi_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF066.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF066.flv.jpgOhi-jukuOhi-juku(大井宿) is 46th post town of Nakasendo road. It is located in eastern Gifu Prefecture. There are many traditional houses that offers the great view of Edo period. The size of the street is the same and the structures of the town are preserved well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakatsugawa Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ena Station.
2. walk south.yes354http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toganji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL033.flv.jpgToganji TempleToganji Temple (桃巌寺) is Buddhist temple located in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture. It was established in 1550 for Oda Nobuhide, the father of Oda Nobunaga. It is also known as the Nagoya Daibutsu, the great Buddha. It is about 15m tall great statue of Buddha. The Sarasvati temple is also very famous. Great for peace sleeping.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Sarasvati Temple open from 8:00 to 18:00. January 1 to 5 and May 7 & 8.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Nagoya Metoro Higashiyama Line to Motoyama Station.
2. walk southyes145http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagoya_nakamura_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL035.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL035.flv.jpgNakamura ParkNakamura Park (中村公園) is the park with Japanese garden in Nagoya. The Legend said, Toyotomi Hideyoshi was born here. Therefore, there is Toyokuni Shrine that enshrines Toyotomi Hideyoshi. There is also a beautiful Japanese garden. It is very famous for its Azalea and Wisteria.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Subway Higashiyama Line to Nakamura Nisseki Station.
2. walk west.yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagoya_toyokuni_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL036.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL036.flv.jpgNagoya Toyokuni ShrineNagoya Toyokuni Shrine (名古屋豊国神社) is located in Nakamura Park, Nagoya. It enshrines Toyotomi Hideyoshi. The legend said, Toyotomi Hideyoshi was born in this place. It was enshrines also Kato Kiyomasa who is the best Samurai of Hideyoshi. Many people worship this shrine to pray their success.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is reatroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Subway Higashiyama Line to Nakamura Nisseki Station.
2. walk west.yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/myogyoji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL037.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL037.flv.jpgMyogyoji TempleMyogyoji Temple (妙行寺) is one of Nichiren Buddhism Temple in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture. It is located the birthplace of Kato Kiyomasa. In 1610, when Kiyomasa was constructing Nagoya Castle, he removed this temple to his birthplace. There is the statue of Kato Kiyomasan and pure land garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Subway Higashiyama Line to Nakamura Nisseki Station.
2. walk west.yes183http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hitachi_seaside_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB042.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB042.flv.jpgHitachi Seaside ParkHitachi Seaside Park (ひたち海浜公園) is one of the large flower park in Ibaraki. There are many seasonable flowers. Baby blue eyes in April is very famous in the world. Tulips and Linaria are blooming in late May.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 410 Yen for Adult, 210 Yen for senior, 80 Yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Open: 9:30
Close: 17:00 (3/1 to 7/20 and 9/1 to 10/31), 18:00 (7/21 to 8/31), 16:30 (11/1 to end of Feb.)
Close Day: Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Katuta station.
2. use local bus to Hitachinaka Kaihinkoen.yes405http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ogushi_kaizuka_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB043.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB043.flv.jpgOgushi Kaizuka ParkOgushi Kaizuka Park (大串貝塚ふれあい公園) is located in Mito, Ibaraki Prefecture. This was used to be the village in ancient Japan. Therefore, it is registered as the national historic site. Legendary Giant, Daidarabou 15m tall. There is Kaizuka which is a shell mound of 5000 years ago. There are traditional residences that restored in ancient Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 9:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use Oarai Kashima Line Tsunezumi Station.
2. walk west.yes204http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurefushi_kofun_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB044.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB044.flv.jpgKurefushi no Sato Kofun ParkKurefushi no Sato Kofun Park (くれふしの里古墳公園) is historic sites of Ibaraki Prefecture. There are 8 different Kofuns, Japanese Mausoleum, in this park. One of the Kofun is fully restored. There is also 17.3m tall Haniwa Tower.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Uchihara Station.
2. walk north.yes190http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mito_nazaki_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB045.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB045.flv.jpgNazaki HouseNazaki House (中崎家住宅) is a traditional House located in Ibaraki Prefecture. It was constructed in 1688. It is registered as the national important cultural assets. Current house is located in the ruins of old castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
Be careful. It is a private property.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Uchihara Station.
2. walk south.yes103http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagoya_yokiso_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL038.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL038.flv.jpgYokiso GardenYokiso Garden is a beautiful Japanese Garden located in Nagoya. It was used to be the house of Ito Jiro the founder of Matsuzakaya. There are many buildings and garden surrounding pond. At the tea house you can enjoy small tea ceremony.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
Time: 9:30 to 16:30
Closed: Monday. If the monday is Holiday, it will be next day.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Higashiyama Line to Kakuozan Station.
2. walk north.yes228http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nittaiji_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL039.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL039.flv.jpgNittaiji MatsuriNittaiji Matsuri (日泰寺縁日) is Matsuri of Nittaiji temple. Nittaiji temple is located in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture. It is the Japan-Thailand friendship temple. Every 21 of months, there is Matsuri on the leading road of the temple. There are many stores that sales local products.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Higashiyama Line to Kakuozan Station.
2. walk north.yes248http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_visit_kiso_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT116.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT116.flv.jpgHow to visit Kiso TownHow to visit Kiso Town (木曽町の行き方) from Shinjuku Station, Tokyo is very easy. You just use Keio Highway Bus to Kiso-Fukushima Station. It takes about 4 hours from the Shinjuku Station. No transit. No Switching Train or Station. The Ticket will be from 4,000 JPY to 5,000 JPY.yes328http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagoya_daibutsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL034.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL034.flv.jpgNagoya DaibutsuNagoya Daibutsu (名古屋大仏) is a great Buddha Statue of Nagoya. It is located in Toganji Temple. It is 10m tall and his base is 5m tall. So, in total height is 15m. Unlike other Daibutsu. This statues is not surrounded by Lutus, but Elephants. It was built in 1987. It is made from Bronze.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Nagoya Metoro Higashiyama Line to Motoyama Station.
2. walk southyes132http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/june_kamakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL227.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL227.flv.jpgJune in KamakuraJune in Kamakura (六月の鎌倉) is a full of attractions of flowers. Kamakura is well known as the town of Hydrangea. In June, many Kamakura temples and shrines has their beautiful gardens of Hydrangea. Also, Iris will be blooming in the same season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The tour start from Kita-Kamakura Station and end up at Zeniarai Benten Shrine.yes360http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kitayama_iris_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL364.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL364.flv.jpgKitayama Park Iris GardenKitayama Park Iris Garden (北山公園菖蒲園) is one of the Iris Spot in Tokyo. There are about 220 kinds 8,000 Iris that blooms about 100,000 Flowers. Iris Bloom in June. There are many food stands and local shops in this park dring the season. There is lit up Iris, as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free
<b>Access</b>
0. Kokubunji Station.
1. Use Seibu Kokubunji Line to Higashimurayama.
2. walk (20 min.)yes279http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mizumoto_park_iris/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL365.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL365.flv.jpgMizumoto Park IrisMizumoto Park Iris (水元公園菖蒲園) is one of the very popular Iris spot in Tokyo Metro. There are about 100 kinds 14,000 Iris in this park. In June, beautiful Iris Flowers bloom and the festival will be held.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kitasenju Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kanamachi.
2. walk (30 min.)yes305http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mito_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL366.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL366.flv.jpgMt. Mito TrekkingMt. Mito Trekking (三頭山トレッキング) is one of the popular hiking in Tokyo. It is kids friend mountain for beginners. Unlike other mountains, it is not so many people visit here. So, the trekking is very quiet. Mt. Mito is 1531m tall and chosen as one of 300 best Japanese mountains. The trekking takes about 4 house with waterfalls and buna forest. It is one of the best mountain to enjoy nature in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. use JR Itsukaichi Line to Musashi Itsukaichi Station.
2. use local bus to Hinohara Tomin no Mori.yes557http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mito_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL367.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL367.flv.jpgMito Great FallsMito Great Falls (三頭大滝) is one of the great waterfalls in Hinohara, Tokyo. It is 30m tall waterfalls and it will be completely frozen in the winter.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. use JR Itsukaichi Line to Musashi Itsukaichi Station.
2. use local bus to Hinohara Tomin no Mori.yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nine_head_dragon_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL368.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL368.flv.jpgNine Head Dragon FallsNine Head Dragon Falls (九頭竜の滝) is one of Takigyo Waterfalls located in Hinohara, Tokyo. It is 10m tall 2-step waterfalls with the sacred water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. Get the Parking Ticket at Kuzuryu Shrine nearby.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. use JR Itsukaichi Line to Musashi Itsukaichi Station.
2. use local bus to Kazumakami.
3. walk 10 min.yes139http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/snow_ajisai_mountain/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL370.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL370.flv.jpgSnow Ajisai MountainSnow Ajisai Mountain (アナベルの雪山) is one of the most beautiful Hydrangea Spot in Tokyo. White Ajisai bloom at the hill of the mountain to create the white snow mountain. It is located in Ajisai Garden of Tokyo Summer Land. Hidrangea bloom from the middle of June to the beginning of July. There are 60 kinds 15,000 Ajisai trees in this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 600 yen for adult and 300 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 10:00 to 17:00
Period: June 6 to July 10
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use local bus to Tokyo Summer Land.
2. walk (10 min.)yes243http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rafting_shiki_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL067.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL067.flv.jpgRafting at Shiki TourRafting at Shiki Tour (四季の旅・ラフティング) is one of the most exciting water activities in Japanese summer. The rafting is recreational outdoor activity on the river. Splashing water and exciting ride on raft going through Tone river, Gunma Prefecture. This tour offers about 90 min. on the boat, lunch and Onsen. It is very and reasonable from Shinjuku. This tour includes both way bus, rafting, pasta lunch and Onsen. The guide will be taking care of everything.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Starts at Shinjuku, Tokyo Metro Gov. Building at 7:45am (Sometimes bus leave at 7:15)
Back to the Shinjuku Station at 7:30pm
No restroom on the bus.
Fee: 10,500 to 12,500 JPY
Period: May to Oct.
Kids Friendly Tour : Yes
Lunch : Included. Add extra fee for BBQ
Onsen: Yes
Type: One Day Hiking
English Guide: Yes (just for the rafting)
Bus will not wait for you. So, please be careful about the leaving time and don't be late.
<b>Access</b>
15 min. from Shinjuku Station West Entrance.
<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/map/shinjuku_map99.pdf" target="_blank">Check out the meeting location.</a>yes776http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nyukasa_shiki_bus_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL121.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL121.flv.jpgMt. Nyukasa Shiki Bus TourMt. Nyukasa Shiki Bus Tour (四季の旅・入笠山ツアー) is a great one day hiking tour offered by Shiki Bus Tour. The Bus takes to Mt. Nyukasa that is 1955m tall mountain located in Nagano Prefecture. There are ropeway to take tourist into the middle of the mountain and they have about 4 hours of hiking time. This tour includes the bus ride, tickets for rope way and Onsen. Mt. Nyukasa is one of the popular mountain that has a great panorama view of many other beautiful mountains. You can relax on the bus, and not have to worry for driving or taking train. It is very easy and reasonable tour.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Starts at Shinjuku, Tokyo Metro Gov. Building at 7:30am
Back to the Shinjuku Station at 7:30pm
No restroom on the bus.
Fee: 7,800 JPY
Period: 5/30 to 11/14
Kids Friendly Tour : Yes
Lunch : Not Included
Onsen: Yes
Type: One Day Hiking
English Guide: No
Bus will not wait for you. So, please be careful about the leaving time and don't be late.
<b>Access</b>
15 min. from Shinjuku Station West Entrance.
<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/map/shinjuku_map99.pdf" target="_blank">Check out the meeting location.</a>yes597http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hydrangea_cape_inamura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL228.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL228.flv.jpgHydrangea at Cape InamuraHydrangea at Cape Inamura (稲村ケ崎のあじさい) is very popular in Kamakura, Kanagawa. There are many Hydrangea that bloom in June. Enoshima Island, Mt. Fuji and Ajisai is very beautiful scenery of this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use Enoden Line to Inamuragasaki.
2. walk (5 min.)yes191http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/goryo_shrines_ajisai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL229.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL229.flv.jpgGoryo Shrines AjisaiGoryo Shrine's Ajisai (御霊神社の紫陽花) is very popular photo spot for both Hydrangea and train. Many photographers visit here and take a photo of train and hydrangea.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Please don't enter the train rail. Stay away from the train and the restricted zone.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use Enoden Line to Hase.
2. walk (5 min.)yes147http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nyukasa_marsh/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL122.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL122.flv.jpgNyukasa Marshflowers. It is about 18,500 square meters wide.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Ropeway: 1650 yen for round trip. 800 yen for kids.
Time: 8:30 to 16:00 (8:00 from 7/25 to 8/31)
<b>Access</b>
0. Okaya Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Fujimi.
2. there is free shuttle bus to the ropeway.yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiking_mt_ontake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL132.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL132.flv.jpgHiking at Mt. OntakeHiking at Mt. Ontake (御嶽山ハイキング) is very popular for hikers because its hiking is very easy for over 3000m tall mountain. It is chosens as one of 100 best Japanese mountains. Mt. Ontake is one of the sacred mountains in Japan. It is the stratovolcano which is 3067m tall. In fall, Mt. Ontake has a beautiful Koyo leaves. There is a ropeway to take hikiers to 2150m from the sea level. It has a great view of North and Central Japanese Alps.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There is a ropeway to reach 7th station (2150m).
There is a shuttle bus from Kiso-Fukushima Station to the ropeway.
There is parking at the rope way and each stations including the top has rest houses.
Caution: It is an active volcano. Becareful and pay attention for the alert. Evacuate immediately to the shelter.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Stion.
1. use a shuttle bus to Ontake Ropway.yes600http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/masutomi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL098.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL098.flv.jpgMasutomiand the wellness tour of Masutomi is a great feature of this Onsen Town. The water of Masutomi is chosen as 100 best Heisei Water. Onsen of this town contains Radium, Potassium and Germanium. Low temperature Onsen is designed for long time taking Onsen for great wellness.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Onsen here allow you to have Tatoo on your skin.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nirasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Masutomi Onsen.yes667http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaida_blueberry_picking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL133.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL133.flv.jpgKAIDA Farm Blueberry PickingKAIDA Farm Blueberry Picking(KAIDAブルーベリー狩り)is a great fruits harvest experiencing at Kiso, Nagano Prefecture. You can pick up and eat as many as you want during the harvesting. There are many different kinds of Blueberry you can pick up. You can enjoy form sour to sweet taste of Blueberry. You can buy those blueberry that you picked up after harvesting.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 800 Yen.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
Season: Middle of July to Eary Sep.
You can eat the blueberry as many as you want on the field, and pay them if you want to bring them back to home.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. there is a shuttle bus to Kaidakogen Visitor's center.
2. walk 5 min.yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mikoshi_makuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL130.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL130.flv.jpgMikoshi MakuriMikoshi Makuri(みこしまくり) is one of the most unique Matsuri in Japan. It is the main feature of Suimu Shrine Matsuri. Unlike other Matsuri, people roll over Mikoshi to break completely. It is very dynamic to see people breaking Mikoshi. Vertical rolling is especially exciting. The Mikoshi is weight about 400kg. The broken wood pieces from Mikoshi considered as lucky items.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The road will be restricted.
Date: Night at July 23.
It starts around 19:00 to 21:00
Mikoshi travel all of the post town of Kiso Fukushima and finish until break infront of Kiso Town Tourist Organization Office.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. walk to Kiso Town Tourist Organization Office.yes369http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hontanigawa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL099.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL099.flv.jpgHontanigawa ValleyHontanigawa Valley (本谷川渓谷) is one of the nature spot in Masutomi, Yamanashi prefecture. The water is chosen as 100 best Heisei Water. There are many beautiful scenery arong the river. Especially, Koyo, the Autumn leaves are so beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
There is strolling pass along the river.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nirasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Masutomi Onsen.
2. walkyes287http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gongen_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL131.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL131.flv.jpgGongen FallsGongen Falls (権現滝) is one of waterfalls located in Kiso, Nagano prefecture. It is about 25m tall waterfalls. Legend said, Kiso Yoshinaga prayed his victory when he raised his army.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. walk (40 min.)yes165http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiso_matsuri_fireworks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL123.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL123.flv.jpgKiso Matsuri FireworksKiso Matsuri Fireworks (木曽町花火大会) is happening at July 22. It is a part of Suimu Shrine Matsuri. There are about 1400 fireworks in this festival. Many food stands are also opens during the festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The road will be restricted.
It starts around 19:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
You can watch anywhere in this town.yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tateba_tea_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL127.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL127.flv.jpgTateba Tea HouseTateba Tea House (立場茶屋) is located between Tsumago-juku and Magome-juku. This house was constructed in late Edo period (19th century). For many years, this house has been used for resting place and even today.
<b>Touris Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is the internet connection.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nagiso Station.
2. use local bus to Tsumagojuku.
3. walk.yes92http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/magome_odaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL125.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL125.flv.jpgMagome Odaki FallsMagome Odaki Falls (馬籠男滝) is 10m tall waterfalls located on Nagiso, Nagano Prefecture. It is located on the trail between Tsumago-juku and Magome-juku. For many years, it is very popular spots for the Nakasendo Travelers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nagiso Station.
2. use local bus to Odaki-medaki.yes145http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/magome_medaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL126.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL126.flv.jpgMagome Medaki FallsMagome Medaki Falls (馬籠女滝) is 12m tall waterfalls located on Nagiso, Nagano Prefecture. It is located on the trail between Tsumago-juku and Magome-juku. For many years, it is very popular spots for the Nakasendo Travelers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nagiso Station.
2. use local bus to Odaki-medaki.yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiso_dance/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL124.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL124.flv.jpgKiso DanceKiso Dance (木曽踊り) is one of the main feature of Summer in Kiso. Kiso Dance is the Samurai Dance that has over 800 years of history. Legend said, this dance was for the victory of Shogun Kiso Yoshinak. The dance is very simple because Samurai with armor can dance. This festival is held in July 22 and 23.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The road will be restricted.
It starts around 20:00 to 22:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. walk to Kiso Town Tourist Organization Office.yes266http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujiwara_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL129.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL129.flv.jpgFujiwara HouseFujiwara House (藤原家住宅) is one of traditional farmer's located Kiso, Nagano. It was constructed in late 17th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
It is located in the private property.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nagiso Station.
2. use local bus to Tsumagojuku.
3. walk.yes78http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/masutomino_yu_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL100.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL100.flv.jpgMasutomi no Yu OnsenMasutomi no Yu Onsen (増富の湯) is Onsen Facility located in Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture. Onsen contains a lot of those metals. The temperature of the Onsen Spring is very low (30 Celsius). People enjoy warm Onsen for long time. Because this Onsen water is good for livers, people who has tatoo can enjoy Onsen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 820 Yen for Adult. 510 Yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 10:00 to 19:00 (Apr. to end of Nov.) 10:00 to 18:00 (Dec. to Mar). Last entry 30 min. before close.
Closed on Wedensday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nirasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Masutomi Onsen.yes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rafting_at_kiso_river/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL134.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL134.flv.jpgRafting at Kiso RiverRafting at Kiso River (木曽川ラフティング) is one of great adventure offered by Kiso Town, Nagano Prefecture. The rafting is the outdoor activities that riding through the hard river with 8 people boat. You will spend about 45 min. on the boat. There are many waterfalls that people going through on the raft. It is very exciting.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Kids friendly tour.
Admission: 4000 JPY
Minimum people: 5 people.
Time: Start at 9:00 and end at 12:00 and start at 13:00 and end at 16:00.
There is a professional guide will be taking care of this ride.
Reservation: 0264-22-4000
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. walk 30 min.yes532http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/camping_field_kiso_kodo/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL135.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL135.flv.jpgCamping Field Kiso KodoCamping Field Kiso Kodo (キャンピングフィールド木曽古道) is a great camping field surrounded with full of the forest located in Kiso, Nagano Prefecture. There many facilities for camping. You can enjoy your own tent or using cabin. There is also large open space for camping fire. You can borrow all kinds of camping gear and food. Shower, cooking space and restroom are available, as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Each space has parking space.
Check in: from 14:00
Check out: by 11:00
Open: May to the end of Oct.
Office Hour: 9:00 to 19:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. use route 19 to east at Iya.
2. 10 min.yes687http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mizugakiyama_natural_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL102.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL102.flv.jpgMizugakiyama Natural ParkMizugakiyama Natural Park (みずがき山自然公園) is an open field park located in Mt.Mizugaki, Yamanashi Prefecture. It has a great view of Mt. Mizugaki and northern Yamanashi. There are open field for any kinds of activities and camping field.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Manager office for camping closed on Wedensday and winter.
The office: 9:00 to 14:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nirasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Masutomi Onsen.
2. walk north.yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/masutomi_akagawa_river/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL101.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL101.flv.jpgMasutomi Akagawa RiverMasutomi Akagawa River (増富・赤川) is one of power spot in Masutomi Onsen in Yamanashi Prefecture. There are many metals from the underground is coming out from the mountain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nirasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Masutomi Onsen.
2. walk north.yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_tsuboyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL103.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL103.flv.jpgMt. TsuboyamaMt. Tsuboyama (坪山) is a popular mountain located Uenohara, Yamanashi Prefecture. It is 1102m high from the sea level. The hiking takes about 4 hours and you can enjoy beautiful forest. It is also known as Azalea spots. From mid April to mid May, you can enjoy beautiful Azalea.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otsuki Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Uenohara.
2. use local Bus to Mitake Shrine.yes296http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otsumago/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL128.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL128.flv.jpgOtsumagoOtsumago (大妻籠) is small post town located between Tsumago-juku and Magome-juku. There are many traditional houses that shows the time of Edo period. Some of the house is over 300 years old. Traditional Hotels of post town are still serving the travelers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nagiso Station.
2. use local bus to Tsumagojuku.
3. walk.yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soba_making_kiso/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL136.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL136.flv.jpgSoba Making at KisoSoba Making at Kiso (木曽町そば打ち体験) is one of the very exciting experiencing at Kiso Town, Nagano Prefecture. Soba is one of the popular Japanese noodle, and at Furusato Taikenkan, you can learn and enjoy making Soba. The taste of Soba is so great when you cook it by yourself. The instructor will teach you nicely. It is very kid freindly.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 9:30 to 16:30 (last sign-up 15:00)
Close: Wed.
Making Soba:
Admission:1,200 yen. From 3 persons.
Time: 2 hours.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on route 361.yes294http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/wood_making_kiso/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL137.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL137.flv.jpgWood Making at KisoWood Making at Kiso (木曽町木工体験) is one of the great family activities and experiencing Japanese local craft works. Kiso is famous for its wood industry. At Furusato Taikenkan, you can enjoy a great wood making crafts. You can make your own chop-sticks, name plate and more with nice wood of cedar or cypress that has a great taste of smell.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 9:30 to 16:30 (last sign-up 15:00)
Close: Wed.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on route 361.yes297http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akeno_sunflower_farm/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL105.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL105.flv.jpgAkeno Sunflower FarmAkeno Sunflower Farm (明野ひまわり畑) is a great Sunflower spot located in Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture. There are about 600,000 Sunflowers bloom in summer. There is festival and events during the season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Parking: 500 YEN
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nirasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Akenotsumitorien, misawa winery or Chigatake.yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoshida_himatsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL106.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL106.flv.jpgYoshida HimatsuriYoshida Himatsuri(吉田の火祭り) also known as Fire Festival is one of the three major unique Matsuri in Japan. It is held in August 26 and 27 at Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi Prefecture. There are hundreds of bonfires that imitate Mt. Fuji and light up the night of Fujiyoshida. This is the sacred celemony of Sengen Shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking but the street will be closed around the shrine.
There are many food stands during Matsuri.
Fire starts at 18:30 to mid-night.
Be careful and don't put anything into the fire.
Date: August 26.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fujisan Station.
1. walk (20min.)yes442http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiki_bus_sunflower_grape/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL104.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL104.flv.jpgShiki Bus Sunflower & Grape PickingShiki Bus Sunflower & Grape Picking (四季の旅・ひまわり&ぶどう狩り) offers you the 600,000 Sunflowers and grape picking that as much as you can eat. You can eat seasonable fresh grapes. After the grape picking, you will visit Shingenmochi factory and winery for shopping.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Starts at Shinjuku, Tokyo Metro Gov. Building at 7:30am
Back to the Shinjuku Station at 7:30pm
No restroom on the bus.
Fee: 6,800 JPY
Period: August
Kids Friendly Tour : Yes
Lunch : Not included
Onsen: No
Type: Fruits Picking
Bus will not wait for you. So, please be careful about the leaving time and don't be late.
<b>Access</b>
15 min. from Shinjuku Station West Entrance.
<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/map/shinjuku_map99.pdf" target="_blank">Check out the meeting location.</a>yes699http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiki_bus_grape_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL107.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL107.flv.jpgShiki Bus Grape Picking & Onsen TourShiki Bus Grape Picking & Onsen Tour (四季の旅・ぶどう狩りと絶景温泉) is one of the very popular fruits picking tour of Shiki. You can enjoy fresh seasobale grape and eat as many as you want. Then you are going to enjoy Onsen and Harb Garden. It is very reasonable tour. Grape picking is a great for kids to adults.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Starts at Shinjuku, Tokyo Metro Gov. Building at 7:30am
Back to the Shinjuku Station at 7:30pm
No restroom on the bus.
Fee: 6,480 JPY
Period: July to November
Kids Friendly Tour : Yes
Lunch : Not included
Onsen: No
Type: Fruits Picking
Bus will not wait for you. So, please be careful about the leaving time and don't be late.
<b>Access</b>
15 min. from Shinjuku Station West Entrance.
<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/map/shinjuku_map99.pdf" target="_blank">Check out the meeting location.</a>yes323http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mitsumine_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL086.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL086.flv.jpgMitsumine ShrineMitsumine Shrine (三峯神社) is one of 3 major shrines in Chichibu, Saitama. It is one of the oldest shrine in Saitama. It was established in the time of 12th emperor, Keiko. The shrine is located in the beautiful forest of the mountain which has great power of nature. The main shrine was constructed in 1661. It has a beautiful carving arts and takes the excellent style of old architecture.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chichibu Station.
1. use Chichbu Line to Mitsumineguchi.
2. use local bus to Mitsumine Shrine.yes358http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hodosan_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL087.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL087.flv.jpgHodosan ShrineHodosan Shrine (宝登山神社) is one of 3 major shrines in Chichibu, Saitama. It is one of the oldest shrine in Saitama. It was established in the time of 12th emperor, Keiko. In Japanese Myth, the Royal Prince Yamato Takeru no Mikoto built the shrine here during the expedition of war to the eastern Japan. When he was surrounded by the enemy's fire, the divine dog appeared and saved him from the fire. He highly respected this dog and built the shrine here. Today, as the protector of the fire disaster, many people still worship here. The main shrine has a beautiful carving art.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chicihbu Station.
1. use Chichibu line to Nagatoro.
2. walk.yes242http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_gassan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG037.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG037.flv.jpgMt.GassanPrefecture. It is chosen as one of 100 best Japanese mountains, 100 best flower mountains and 100 best water forests. It is also the main mountain of Dewa 3 sacred mountains of Shugendo. Therefore, on the top of the mountain, there is Gassan Shrine that enshrines Tsukuyomi no mikoto, the god of the moon. It is 1,984m tall active volcano that has a great view of all Yamagata prefecture from the top of the mountain. Most of the time, the mountain is covered with deep snow. So, it is also known as summer ski.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
There are many trekking courses for this mountain.
Restroom: 100 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuruoka Station.
1. use local bus to Gassan Hachigome.
Time at Gassan Hachigome.
8:00, 9:00, 12:45, 15:00yes372http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mogamigawa_shiraito_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG036.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG036.flv.jpgMogamigawa Shiraito FallsMogamigawa Shiraito Falls (最上川白糸の滝) is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Yamagata Prefecture. It is about 120m tall waterfalls. There are 48 waterfalls on the Mogami Valley and Shiraito Falls is the biggest waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The observatory and restaurants are located nearby.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. use JR Uetsu Line to Amarume Station.
2. use JR Okunohosomichi Mogamigawa Line to Kiyokawa.
3. walkyes53http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otsuji_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK047.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK047.flv.jpgOtsuji FallsOtsuji Falls (乙字ケ滝) is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Fukushima Prefecture. It is 6m tall and 100m wide dynamic falls. Because of the look, it is called small Niagara falls. Famous Haiku Master Basho visited here and wrote a poem.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koriyama Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Sukagawa Station.
2. use local bus to Otsuji Falls.yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gassan_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG019.flv.jpgMt. Gassan TrekkingMt. Gassan Trekking (月山トレッキング) is one of the very popular mountain in Yamagata Prefecture. Mt. Gassan is chosen as one of 100 best mountains in Japan and the main mountains of Dewa 3 sacreds. It is 1984m tall and on the top of the mountain, there is Gassan Shrine. There are many different trails for this mountain trekking. If you use the ropeway, it takes about 2 hours. The most popular route is use Hagurosan route that takes about 3 hours. This mountain is located in the middle of Yamagata Prefecture, therefore it has a great panorama view of Yamagata. The half of the year is closed under snow. The trails has many restrooms, and it is long but very easy for hikers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This video is Hagurosan route.
There are parking and restroom (100 yen).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuruoka Station.
1. use local bus to Gassan Hachigome.
Time at Gassan Hachigome.
8:00, 9:00, 12:45, 15:00
To visit the top of the shrine, you need to join official worship at Gassan Shrine.yes267http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shonai_open_set/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG033.flv.jpgShonai Open SetShonai Open Set (庄内オープンセット) is the out side movie sets located in Yamagata Prefecture. There are many famous movies, such as Oshin, Okuribito and Zatoichi that were shot in this place, and most of them are preserved and opened for public. In the field of surrounding mountains, there are towns of old Samurai Town. You can enjoy great time traveling.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 1300 yen for adult, 900 yen for elementery school, kids free.
There is a group discount.
Time: Apr. to Sep. 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entery 16:00), Oct.& Nov. to 16:00 (Last entery 15:00)
Closed: From the end of November to April.
There is a loop bus in the studio.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
at Sakata Station.
Drive route 7south to 47 to Hagurosan.
346 south to Open set.yes541http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ginzan_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG032.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG032.flv.jpgGinzan OnsenGinzan (銀山温泉) is one of the most popular Onsen in Tohoku. It is very small Onsen village located in Yamagata Prefecture. There are many beautiful classic style Onsen Hotels. It was used for the famous TV series "Oshin". It has a great view of Taisho Nostargic era.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and public Onsen.
Public Onsen will closed at night.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station.
1. use JR Ohu Line to Ohishida Station.
2. use local bus to Ginzan Onsen.yes156http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akutsu_hachiman_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG034.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG034.flv.jpgAkutsu Hachiman ShrineAkutsu Hachiman Shrine (安久津八幡神社) is located in Takahata, Yamagata Prefecture. It was established in 860 by Minamoto no Yoshiie. He prayed for his victory in Tohoku.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yonezawa Station.
1. use JR Ohu Line to Takahata Station.
2. walk or use rental bycycle.yes264http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/worshipping_ise/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME015.flv.jpgWorshipping IseWorshipping Ise (お伊勢参り) is the most popular tourism in the history of Japan. Ise is located in Mie prefecture. The grand shrine of Ise, or Ise Jingu, is located in this place. Ise Jingu is the top of all Japanese shrines. It enshrines Amateras Omikami, the goddess of the Sun and the ancestor of the imperial family of Japan. It is considered as the most sacred place in Japan and spiritual homeland of all Japanese people. Therefore, the worshipping Ise is the most popular tourism since it was established and even today.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parkings and restroom for each shrines.
You must visit the outer shrine, Geku, then visit the inner shrine, Naiku.
At last, you visit Tsukuyomi Shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Iseshi station.
1. use local bus to visit all shrines.yes592http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okage_yokocho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME016.flv.jpgOkage YokochoOkage Yokocho (おかげ横丁・おはらい町) is one of the popular shopping spot located nearby Naiku. There are 31 gifts shops, 10 restaurants and 5 other shops. You can enjoy great local foods and craftworks around Ise. Oharai machi is the leading road to Naiku. It is 800m long with many traditional buildings. They are also great shopping place, restaurants.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Iseshi Station.
1. use local bus to Naiku.yes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/meotoiwa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME017.flv.jpgMeotoiwaMeotoiwa, the marriage rocks is two rocks rokated in Futamigaura of Ise. Legend said, when Amaterasu Omikami and other gods arrived at Ise, they use these rocks as torii gate. It is very famous worshipping place for sunrise. From May to July, the sun rise between these rocks.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Iseshi Station.
1. use JR Sangu Line to Futamigaura.
2. walk.yes74http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukiyomi_gu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME018.flv.jpgTsukiyomi-guTsukiyomi-gu (月讀宮) is one of the grand shrine of Ise. It enshrines, Tsukuyomi no mikoto, the god of moon and the brother of Amaterasu Omikami. There are 4 shrines in Tsukuyomi-gu: Nigimitama, the soul of the heart. Aramitama, the soul of the power. Izanagi no mikoto, the father of Japan. Izanami, the mother of Japan. This shrine appears in the record of 804.
After people worshiped at the grand shrien of Ise, Geku and Niku, they worship also this shrine.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Iseshi Station.
1. use local bus to Nakamura.
2. walk.yes68http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_haguro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG020.flv.jpgMt. HaguroMt. Haguro (羽黒山) is one of 3 Dewa Sacred Mountains located in Yamagata. It is 414m tall mountains and the entire mountain is Dewa Shrine. The faith of Dewa is based on Shugendo and mountains. The history of Dewa Shrine is very old. In the middle of 6th century, these shrines of Dewa was established. There are many historical buildings such as 5 stories pagoda, the national treasure of Japan. The trail that is also the leading road has 2446 stone steps, and it is about 1.7km long.This main leading road is surrounded by over 500 years old Cedars.It was used to be a practice place of for Shugendo for long time.
Today, many people still worship this mountains.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. use JR Uetsu Line to Tsuruoka Station.
2. use local bus to Hagurosan.yes575http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG024.flv.jpgSakataSakata (酒田) is a great Edo style town located in the middle of Yamagata Prefecture. Sakata developed during Edo period by Shipping Industry. There are many great traditional houses still remaining in Sakata, especially Honma House is one of the largest Samurai House remaining in Yamagata. Also, the famous TV Show Oshin was shoot in this place. It offers great walking around the port town of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at Sankyosoko.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. use local bus to Sankosoko.yes341http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/dewa_sanzan_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG021.flv.jpgDewa Sanzan ShrineDewa Sanzan Shrine (出羽三山神社) is the unified shrine of all Yudonosan Shrine, Gassan Shrine and Dewa Shrines. It is located on the top of Mt. Haguro. Dewa Sanzan is the 3 sacred mountains for Shugendo located in the middle of Yamagata Prefecture. It is one of the oldest Buddhism in Tohoku. It was used to be a practice place of for Shugendo for long time. Today, many people still worship this mountains. There are many great historical buidlings and one of them is designated as the national tresure of Japan.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
You can also visit top of the mountain by car.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. use JR Uetsu Line to Tsuruoka Station.
2. use local bus to Hagurosan.yes473http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/somaro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG027.flv.jpgSomaroSomaro (相馬樓) is a classic restaurant located in Sakata, Yamagata Prefecture. It offers the Maiko (Geisya) Dance Performance that you can enjoy lunch with their dance performance. Maiko perform their dance at 2 p.m. as well. Somaro is reconstructed after 1894 earthquake. It was used to be the hotel and restaurants. This house also displays many collections of art works such as panting.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Admission:700 yen for Adult, 500 yen for High and Junior High School. 300 for kids. Free for under 3 years old. There is a group discount.
Business Hour: 10:00 to 17:00
Closed: Wednesday.
During the Hina Matsuri, it will be open but no meal are served.
Watching Maiko (Geisya) Dance Performance: additional 300 yen.
Dance Performance starts at 2 p.m.
Special Lunch Box: Additional 3500 for each person (minimum from 2 persons)
You can enjoy Maiko Dance Performance during the lunch. Reservation required.yes418http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sankyo_storage/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG025.flv.jpgSankyo StorageSankyo Storage(山居倉庫) is the symbol of Sakata, Yamagata Prefecture. It is the group of classic storages constructed in 1893. There are Keyaki Trees for keeping temperatures and moisture low. There are 12 buildings remaining here and some of them are still in use. They are used for the storage for rice. The moisture and temperature are perceived in low for the rice. It was used for famous TV show, Oshin.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. walk south.yes229http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suga_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG023.flv.jpgSuga FallsSuga Falls (須賀の滝) is 20m tall waterfalls located in Mt. Haguro, Yamagata Prefecture. It was used for Misogi, cleansing Takigyo. It was used to be called Fudo Falls.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. use JR Uetsu Line to Tsuruoka Station.
2. use local bus to Hagurosan.yes92http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hagurosan_5stories_pagoda/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG022.flv.jpgHagurosan 5 Stories PagodaHagurosan 5 Stories Pagoda (羽黒山五重塔) is the national treasure of Japan. It is located in Mt. Haguro, Yamagata Prefecture. It was constructed in around 1375 by Muto clan. Hagurosan 5 stories pagoda is 24m tall.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. use JR Uetsu Line to Tsuruoka Station.
2. use local bus to Hagurosan.yes141http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/old_abumiya_residence/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG026.flv.jpgOld Abumiya ResidenceOld Abumiya Residence(旧鐙屋) was used to be the major warehouse of Sakata, Yamagata. In Edo period, Abumiya controlled the shipping industry. This house was used for the hotel for all traders and merchants. It is a great house that constructed in 1845. The house contains the 2 gardens, 13 rooms, store office and kitchen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Admission: 320 yen for adult, 210 yen for high and Collage, 100 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Business Hour: 9:00 to 16:30
Close: Monday (only Dec. to Feb.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. walk.yes127http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsurugaoka_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG028.flv.jpgTsurugaoka CastleTsurugaoka Castle (鶴ヶ岡城) is one of flat land castle located in Tsuruoka, Yamagata. The castle was built in Kamakura Period. It is known as great Sakura spot in Tohoku. The main structure was designed by Sakata Tadakatsu in 1622. It was used to be the large castle but today it only remains main bailey.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. use JR Uetsu Line to Tsuruoka.
2. walk.yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nanatsu_falls_yamagata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG029.flv.jpgNanatsu FallsNanatsu Falls (七ツ滝) is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Yamagata prefecture. It is about 90m tall falls. Many small waterfalls combines into one large falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive 112 from Tsuruoka to Yudonoyama. Exit at Yudonoyama to south.yes163http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/namegawa_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG035.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG035.flv.jpgNamegawa Great FallsNamegawa Great Falls (滑川大滝) is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Yamagata Prefecture. It is 80m tall and 40m wide falls that make it as the one of the largest waterfalls in Tohoku region.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
20min. from the parking to the observatory.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yonezawa Station.
1. use JR Yamagata Line to Toge Station.
2. walk 4 hours.
The street will be closed in winter.yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yudonosan_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG030.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG030.flv.jpgYudonosan ShrineYudonosan Shrine (湯殿山神社) is one of Dewa 3 sacred mountains located in Yamagata. This shrine is located on the south side of Mt. Gassan. Mt. Haguro, Mt. Gassan and Mt. Yudono are the moutains of Dewa 3 sacred mountains. Mt. Yudono represent the future as Mt. Haguro is present and Mt. Gassan is path.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
You must have official reception at the shrine to enter the mountain.
Admission: 500 yen.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
Open from: 4/29 to early Nov.
No shoes no photo in the moutain.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. use JR Uetsu Line to Tsuruoka.
2. use local bus to Yudonosan.yes87http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/endo_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG031.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG031.flv.jpgEndo HouseEndo House (旧遠藤家住宅) is one of the traditional farmers house located in Yamagata prefecture. It was constructed in late Edo period (18th century) and has typical feature of Kabuto Style Multi Layered House. There are many craft works, traditional tools for farming are displayed that you can feel the life of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 Yen for adult, 200 yen for under high school. There is group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. use JR Uetsu Line to Tsuruoka.
2. use local bus to Tamugimata
3. walk.yes149http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/misaka_kurodake_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL108.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL108.flv.jpgMt. Misaka Kurodake TrekkingMt. Misaka Kurodake Trekking (御坂黒岳トレッキング) has a great view of Mt. Fuji. It is located in the outer mountains of Mt. Fuji, Yamanashi Prefecture. This trail takes about 5 hours and has a great view of Mt. Fuji. It travels from Misaka Mountain Pass to Mt. Misaka that is 1596m high to Mt. Kurodake that is 1792m high.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local bus to Tengachaya.yes408http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_misaka_kurodake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL109.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL109.flv.jpgMt. Misaka KurodakeMt. Misaka Kurodake (御坂黒岳) is 1792m tall mountain located in Yamanashi Prefecture. It is located on the northside of Lake Kawaguchi and one of the outer moutains of Mt. Fuji. It has a great view of Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local bus to Tengachaya.yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyotower_sanma_festa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL371.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL371.flv.jpgOfunatoTokyoTower Sanma FestaOfunatoTokyoTower Sanma Festa. (大船渡東京タワーさんま祭り) is a great Sanma fish festival held in Tokyo Tower. This festival offers free Grilled Sanma Fish for first 3333 arrived visitors. Sanma Fish is one of the most popular blue fishes in Japan and Ofunato is the largest Sanma capturing port. This Matsuri is held in the Sliver Week Holidays in September.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free
Time: 9:30 to 16:30
You can get Free Sanma Ticket from 7:30.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Roppongi Station.
1. use Hibiya Line to Kamiyacho Station.
2. walk south.yes375http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ise_shiki_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME014.flv.jpgIse Worshipping Shiki TourIse Worshipping Shiki Tour (四季の旅・お伊勢参り) is one of the most popular tourism in the history of Japan. Ise is located in Mie Prefecture. Ise is very far from Tokyo, but Shiki Bus Tour make it very easy for travelers. This tour has all famous tourist spots including the Grand Shrines of Ise. To have a lot of time in Ise, the bus leaves at night at Shinjuku Station and arrive in Ise in the morning. You will enjoy great Sunrise from the rocks. After the worshipping, you can enjoy shopping at Okage Yokocho.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Starts at Shinjuku, Tokyo Metro Gov. Building at 22:45 (Sometimes bus leave at 23:00)
Back to the Shinjuku Station at 20:30
No restroom on the bus.
Fee: From 9800 JPY
Period: All Seasons.
Kids Friendly Tour : Yes
Lunch : Not Included.
Onsen: No
Type: Over night shrine tour.
English Guide: Yes
Bus will not wait for you. So, please be careful about the leaving time and don't be late.
<b>Access</b>15 min. from Shinjuku Station West Entrance.<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/map/shinjuku_map99.pdf" target="_blank">Check out the meeting location.</a>yes773http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/3_eastern_shrines_shiki_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB046.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB046.flv.jpgThree Eastern Shrines Shiki Tour3 Eastern Shrines Shiki Tour (四季の旅・東国三社ツアー) is one of the popular power spot tours around Tokyo. It will visit all 3 great shrines of Eastern Japan. Kashima and Katori shrines enshrine the gods of warrior who also great for the achievement. They have the beautiful forest with fill of powers. It also visit the one of the oldest shrines in Eastern Japan. These three shrines give you the tremendous amount of power to you. It's easy and reasonable one day bus tour. Let's ride on.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Starts at Shinjuku, Tokyo Metro Gov. Building at 7:30 (Sometimes bus leave at 7:45)
Back to the Shinjuku Station at 20:30
No restroom on the bus.
Fee: From 5800 JPY to 7700 JPY
Period: All Seasons.
Kids Friendly Tour : Yes
Lunch : Not Included.
Onsen: No
Type: One day tour
English Guide: Yes
Bus will not wait for you. So, please be careful about the leaving time and don't be late.
<b>Access</b>15 min. from Shinjuku Station West Entrance.<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/map/shinjuku_map99.pdf" target="_blank">Check out the meeting location.</a>yes599http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/karuizawa_shopping_shiki_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL138.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL138.flv.jpgKaruizawa Shopping Shiki TourKaruizawa Shopping Shiki Tour (四季の旅・軽井沢ショッピング) is a great and reasonable tour to visit Karuizawa and enjoy shopping at one of the best outlet mall. It is a easy one day bus tour. You don't have to worry about buying too many things overthere, and you can even drink because it's a bus tour. Karuizawa is very far to visit with public transportation, but Shiki Bus Tour make it so easy for you.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Starts at Shinjuku, Tokyo Metro Gov. Building at 7:30 (Sometimes bus leave at 7:45)
Back to the Shinjuku Station at 19:00
No restroom on the bus.
Fee: From 6400 JPY
Period: All Seasons.
Kids Friendly Tour : Yes
Lunch : Not Included.
Onsen: No
Type: One day tour
English Guide: Yes
Bus will not wait for you. So, please be careful about the leaving time and don't be late.
<b>Access</b>15 min. from Shinjuku Station West Entrance.<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/map/shinjuku_map99.pdf" target="_blank">Check out the meeting location.</a>yes440http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nisizawa_valley_koyo_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL110.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL110.flv.jpgNisizawa Valley Koyo TourNisizawa Valley Koyo Tour (西沢渓谷紅葉ツアー) takes you the one of the best valley in Japan. Nishizawa Valley is the valley of Fuefuki River located in north Yamanashi. It is a part of Chichibu-Tama-Kai National park. There are many mountains around the valley, and the valley itself has great hiking course, takes about 4 hours), with the beautiful waterfalls including Nanatsugama-Godan Falls which is one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. This tour also takes you to Irori Restaurant to eat Hoto. Hoto is Yamanashi's local Udon Noodle. At the end, you will enjoy great view of Kofu Night scenery from Fruits Park.
<b>Tour Info.</b>
Starts at Yokosuka Chuo Line at 6:45
Fee: 8,000 JPY to
Period: Late October to early Nov.
Kids Friendly Tour: No.
Lunch: Included.
Onsen: Foot Onsen.
Type: One Day hiking.
Bus will not wait for you. So, please be careful about the leaving time and don't be late.
<b>Meeting and finishing location</b>
Yokosuka Chuo Station.yes694http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_kobo_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL230.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL230.flv.jpgThe Mt. Kobo TrekkingThe Mt. Kobo Trekking (弘法山トレッキング) is one of the popular and easy hiking spot in Kanagawa Prefecture. It is about 12km long trekking with a beautiful view of Mt. Fuji. There are many benches and tables for lunch. The course is long but the altitude difference is not so high, therefore it is very easy. Also, Mt. Kobo is very close from Hadano Station.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Odakyu Line to Hadano Station.
2. walk east 6 min.yes456http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_dote_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL231.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL231.flv.jpgSakura Dote KofunSakura Dote Kofun (桜土手古墳) is one of the largest Kofu spot in Kanagawa Prefecture located in Hadano city. There are 35 Kofun around the riverside of Minashi River in Hadano city, and 6 of them are located in this place. They were constructed in late 7th century. There is a museum that displays many relics that discovered in this Kofun. Also, there is complete restructred Kofun that you can also enther the inside of Kofun.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
The museum:
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
Admission: Free
Close: Monday and the next day of holiday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Odakyu Line to Shibusawa Station.
2. walk (20 min.)yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/walking_around_gotokuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL373.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL373.flv.jpgWalking around GotokujiWalking around Gotokuji (豪徳寺散歩) has many historic sites in Tokyo Metro. Gotokuji temple is located in Setagaya ward, and it is very famous temple for Manekineko, Lucky Cat temple. This walking starts at Gotokuji Station of Odakyu and Setagaya line and travel 2 shirnes and 2 temples. All of them has great rich history. It is about 5 km long walk.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but some restroom spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use Odakyu Line to Gotokuji Station.yes574http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyo_shosen_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL111.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL111.flv.jpgKoyo of Shosen ValleyKoyo of Shosen Valley (御岳昇仙峡) is one of the best Koyo, the autumn leaves, spots in Japan. Its landscape scenery is located in Kofu, Yamanashi. It is also chosen as the Heisei 100 best waters. The valley is about 5km long, and it have many beautiful rocks and waterfalls, including Senga Fall, which is the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. Therefore, there are many unique rocks, walls and tunnels which create the art of nature in this valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
If you want to walk all the valley that is takes about 3 hours of round trip, you can park at the lower end of the valley.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Kofu Staition
1. use local bus to Sengataki, Shosenkyo.
2. walk north (5 min.)yes456http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_shibire/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL112.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL112.flv.jpgLake ShibireLake Shibire (四尾連湖) is a Caldera lake located in the middle of Yamanashi Prefecture. It is a small lake surrounded by the beautiful nature that has a beautiful Koyo in Autumn. The altitude of the lake is 880m from the sea level. The size is about 1.2km long round and many people visit here for hiking, camping and boat riding.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is camping feild.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
0. at Kofuminami exist of Chuo line.
1. use 140 to 3.
2. change 409 to the lake.yes168http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiromaru_dam_fish_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL372.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL372.flv.jpgShiromaru Dam Fish PassShiromaru Dam Fish Pass (白丸ダム魚道) is a fish pass that located in Okutama, Tokyo. It is located right next to Shiromaru Dam. This fish pass is for the fish to travel over the dam to upper part of the river. It is about 330m long and 27m altitude difference that is one of the largest fish pass in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Time: 10:00 to 16:00
Season: Apr. to Nov.
Admission: Free
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okutama Station.
1. use JR Ome Line to Hatonosu Station.
2. walk 20 min.yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyo_shuzenji_nature_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI117.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI117.flv.jpgKoyo at Shuzenji Nature ParkKoyo at Shuzenji Nature Park (修善寺自然公園の紅葉) is one of the popular Autum leaves spots in Izu Peninsula. There are about 2,000 Maple trees in this park. Around the beginning of December, many momiji trees will be colored in beautiful red that is called Koyo in Japanese. It has also beautiful Lit-up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Period: Early Dec.
Lit-up: at the end of November from 16:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shuzenji Station.
1. use Local bus to Shuzenji Nijinosato.yes291http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nirasaki_heiwa_kannon_statue/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL113.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL113.flv.jpgNirasaki Heiwa Kannon StatueNirasaki Heiwa Kannon Statue (韮崎平和観音) is a large buddhism statue located on the top of the hill in Nirasaki, Yamanashi Prefecture. It is 16.6m tall, including the base it will be 18.3m tall in total. It is the symbol of the world peace constructed in 1958.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Obuchizawa Station.
1. JR Chuo Line to Nirasaki Station.
2. walk (5 min.)yes107http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daigahara_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL114.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL114.flv.jpgDaigahara-jukuDaigahara-juku (台ヶ原宿) is one of the old post town of Koshu Road located in Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture. It is chosen as the 100 best Japanese roads. There is a huge traditonal house that is constructed in 1830, and it is still used for Sake Brewery. It has few more old houses that has a view of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
From Obuchizawa Station. Use 11 to route 20. Drive south on route 20.yes332http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/christmas_miyagase/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL232.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL232.flv.jpgChristmas at MiyagaseChristmas at Miyagase (宮ケ瀬クリスマス) has one of the best winter illumination in Kanagawa. It's been over 30 years since they lit the night of Lake Miyagase with over 600,000 LED lights. The main features are the 315m long suspention bridge with lights and a giant Christmas tree. There are many food stands, live music events will be held in this illumination.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 17:00 to 22:00
Period: Nov. 28 to Dec. 27
Admission: Free Bridge is 300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odakyu Atsugi Station.
1. use local bus to Miyagase.yes382http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyo_shuzenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI118.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI118.flv.jpgKoyo of Shuzenji TempleKoyo of Shuzenji Temple (修善寺の紅葉) is very famous in Izu Peninsula. Shuzenji is a temple located in Onsen town and during the beginning of December, it has a beautiful Autumn leaves inside and outside of the temple.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. use Izu Hakone Line to Shuzenji (30 min.)
2. take local bust to Shuzenji (8 min.)yes253http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/seko_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI120.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI120.flv.jpgSeko ValleySeko Valley (世古峡) is one of scenic place in Izu peninsula. It is about 1km long with beautiful view of the river. It is also known as Koyo Spot. It has a nice Autumn leaves during the beginning of December.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shuzanji Station.
1. use local bus to Yugashima Onsen.
2. walk.yes281http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/izu_asahi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI119.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI119.flv.jpgIzu Asahi FallsIzu Asahi Falls (伊豆旭滝) is one of the waterfalls located in the middle of Izu peninsula. It is 105m tall waterfalls. There was used to be the temple, but it was abandoned in early Meiji period. The waterfalls is conposed with very unique rocks that was made from lava.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shuzanji Station.
1. use local bus to Asahidakiguchi.
2. walk.yes171http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akasaka_sakasu_music_terrace/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL374.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL374.flv.jpgAkasaka Sakasu Music&TerraceAkasaka Sakasu Music&Terrace (赤坂サカス 音xテラス) is the winter illumination happened at Akasaka Biz Tower. From the begining Nov. to the end of Feb. There is the light show happens every 30 min. They use the special LED lights that could have
about 16 million different colors. The show will be very fantastic.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Time: 17:00 to 21:00
Season: From the begining of Nov. to the End of Feb.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Chiyoda Line to Akasaka
2. walk 2 min.yes139http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_hinata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL115.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL115.flv.jpgMt. HinataMt. Hinata (日向山) is one of the popular hiking mountain located in Hokuto, Yamanashi prefecture. It is 1,660m tall mountain with great view of northern Yamanashi, including Mt. Fuji. This mountain is made from large granite rocks. Therefore, the top of the mountain has unique scenery with mand sands. It is just like the beach on the top of mountain. There are many waterfalls on the trail as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking.
No restroom.
Trakking takes about 4 hours for round trip.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive route 20 to route 614.yes307http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/trekking_mt_hinata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL116.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL116.flv.jpgTrekking at Mt. HinataTrekking at Mt. Hinata (日向山トレッキング) is one of the popular hiking in Yamanashi Prefecture. There are many different trails for this mountains and on the top of the Mt. Hinata, it has one of the best views in Yamanashi. Because this mountain contans a lot of granite rocks, the top of the mountain has a beach. From the top, it has a great view of Mt. Yatsugatake, Mt. Komagatake and Mt. Fuji. Also, there is a trail that has many beautiful waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking.
No restroom.
Trakking takes about 4 hours for round trip.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive route 20 to route 614.yes311http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hirata_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL117.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL117.flv.jpgHirata HouseHirata House (旧平田家住宅) is one of the great traditionao houses located Hokuto, Yamanashi prefecture. This house was construced in late 17 century and remains the main feature of the lifestyle of that period. It is registered as national important caltural assets.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is local museum located nearby.
Closed on Monday, when monday is holiday, next day will be closed. In winter, it will be open only weekend and Wedensday.
The admission: 200 yen for adult, and 100 yen for kids.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entery 16:30)
There is a group discount.
<b>Access</b>
0. Obuchizawa Station
1. walk (10 min.)yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arakurayama_sengen_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL118.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL118.flv.jpgArakurayama Sengen ParkArakurayama Sengen Park (新倉山浅間公園) is one of the most popular Mt. Fuji View point located in Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi Prefecture.
It is known as the Mt. Fuji with Sakura and 5stories pagoda. In April, Sakura, Cherry Blossom, bloom and creat the gorgeous view. The pagoda is 19m tall.
To the observatory, there are 397 steps. However, the view is worth for it.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Fujisan Station.
1. use Fujikyu Line to Shimoyoshida.
2. walk north.yes116http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyunohara_torii_lit_up/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK033.flv.jpgOyunohara Torii Lit-upOyunohara Torii Lit-up (大斎原鳥居ライトアップ) happens at the New-Year Eve to January 7. The Torii gate is the largest Torii gate in the world. About 34m tall giant gate will be lit with mysterious lights.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 18:00 to 21:00
Period: 12/31 to 1/7
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Statio.
1. use local bus to Kumano Hongudaisya.
2. walk south (10 min.)yes109http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yunomine_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK034.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK034.flv.jpgYunomine OnsenYunomine Onsen (湯の峰温泉) is one of the oldest Onsen Town located in Kumano, Wakayama Prefecture. This Onsen Town has been popular since 4th century for the travelers of Kumano Shrines.
There are 15 Onsen Hotels and one public Onsen for visiters. There is the oldest public Onsen called Tsuboyu. Tsuboyu is like a pot rock and on the bottom, there is a onsen spring.
The Onsen town is very small and has a classic view. There is Onsen Spring for boiling eggs and vegetables.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Public Onsen: Pure Onsen ticket 390 yen for adult.
Note: You cannot wash our body or hair at Pure Onsen Bath.
You make a reservation for Tsuboyu at the office of Public Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. Shingu Station.
1. use Kumanokotsu or Nara Kotsu bus to Yunomine Onsen.yes263http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiraide_historic_site/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL139.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL139.flv.jpgHiraide Historic SiteHiraide Historic Site (平出遺跡) is the historic site of Jomo period to 4th century in Japan located in Shiojiri, Nagano Prefecture. It contains the largest settlement ruins in ancient Japan. So far, over 290 ruins of buildings including house and storage.
There are many houses restored to show the life of each period. There are 3 different sections for each period. Joumon's Village, 3,000 BCE, had over 110 houses in this regidence.
There are also restored settlements of Heian Period (6th entury) and Kofun Period (4th century).
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. walk south (20 min.)yes158http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/onigajo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME019.flv.jpgOnigajoOnigajo (鬼ヶ城), literary means the castle of Ogre, is one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites located in Kumano, Mie Prefecture. It is also very famous national scenic beauty and registered as one of 100 best scenic beauties in Japan. It is a huge sea cave rocks raise by earthquake. The entire site is about 1km long.
That unique scenery is just like the castle of Ogre.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at kumanoshi Station.
1. use local bus to Onigajohigashiguti.yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_arakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL119.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL119.flv.jpgMt. ArakuraMt. Arakura (新倉山) is a small mountain with a great view of Mt. Fuji. There is a park that has one of the most popular view of Mt. Fuji with Sakura and Pagoda.
There is a hiking trail that takes about 3 hours. The top is about 1184m high from the sea levels.
It is also famous for Iris spot as well. Sakura blooms in April and Iris bloom in June. There are waterfalls on the trail.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Fujisan Station.
1. use Fujikyu Line to Shimoyoshida.
2. walk north.yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arakurayama_otana_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL120.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL120.flv.jpgArakurayama Otana FallsArakurayama Otana Falls (新倉山大棚の滝) is one of the small waterfalls located in Mt. Arakura, Yamanashi Prefecture.
The amount of water is very small. To see this waterfalls, you have to go down very steep pass.
This waterfalls is located on the hiking trail of Mt. Arakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Fujisan Station.
1. use Fujikyu Line to Shimoyoshida.
2. walk north.yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_nachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK038.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK038.flv.jpgMt. NachiMt. Nachi (那智山) is one of the sacred place in Japan. It is located Kii Peninsula, Wakayama Prefecture. The entire site is registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site. The most famous feature of Nachi-san is Nachi Falls. The view of Nachi Falls with Red Pagoda is one of the most popular view of Japan. Nachi Shrines, Seigantoji Temple and many other historic sits are also in this area, and creats the great sacred zone of old Japanese Myth. There are also lots of gift shops and restaurants in this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station
1. use JR Kisei Line to Nachi.
2. Use local bus to Nachitaisya.yes482http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumanokodo_nakahechi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK035.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK035.flv.jpgKumanokodo NakahechiKumanokodo Nakahechi (熊野古道中辺路) is one of the ancient pilgrimage routes of Three Kumano Shrines. Nakahechi is the sacred trail that connect Kumano Hongu Shrine and Tanabe and Two other Kumano Shrines. It is the most popular routes from Kyoto and Osaka in the middle age. There are 99 small shrines as check points. It is called Oji. Today, it still remains the view of old time as it used to be.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at each spot. Restroom at Hidehira Sakura.
This video started from Michinoeki, Kumanokodo Nakahechi.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kii Tanabe Station.
1. Use local bus to Gyubadojiguchi (head to Kumano Hongu Taisya)
yes627http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nonaka_spring_water/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK036.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK036.flv.jpgNonaka Spring WaterNonaka Spring Water (野中の清水) is one of 100 best Japanese water located in Kumano kodo, Nakahechi. It is located near Tugizakura Oji. For many years, this spring water supported the travelers of Kumano Shrines.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
2. Kii Tanabe Station.
3. Use local bus to Nonaka no Shimizu (head to Kumano Hongu Taisya)yes55http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nonaka_ippo_cedar/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK037.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK037.flv.jpgNonaka Ippo CedarNonaka's Ippo Cedar (野中の一方杉) is one of the popular spots located on Kumano kodo road. There are many over 800 years old Cedar trees in Tsugizakura Oji. All of the trees only have their brunches faceing south where Nachi Shrine is located. Ippou means one direction. That's why this Cedars are called Ippo Cedar.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
4. Kii Tanabe Station.
5. Use local bus to Nonaka no Shimizu (head to Kumano Hongu Taisya)yes122http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ise_kameyama_caslte/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME020.flv.jpgIse Kameyama CaslteIse Kameyama Caslte (伊勢亀山城) is the ruins of the hilltop castle located in Kameyama, Mie Prefecture. It was constructed in 1265 by Seki clan. Because it is located on Tokaido Road, this caslte was very important and many feudal lords took over its supremacy. Today, one of the keep, stone walls and moat remain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokkaichi Station.
1. Use JR Kansai Line to Kameyama Station.
2. Walk north.
yes157http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/snow_monkey_bus_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL140.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL140.flv.jpgSnow Monkey Bus TourSnow Monkey Bus Tour (スノーモンキーツアー). Shiki Bus Tour offers great and easy one day bus tour for Snow Monkey. It starts at Shinjuku Station and visit Zenkoji temple first. Then visit Snow Monkey Park at Nagano Prefecture. Snow Monkey Park is very hard to visit with public transportation, but this bus tour make it easy for you.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 99.00 USD or 12,000 JPY
Time: 8:00 to 21:00
Period: January to March
Guide: English
Lunch, Monkey Park Admission, insurance and bus tickets are included.
<b>Access</b>
<br />
15 min. from Shinjuku Station West Entrance.
<br />
<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/map/shinjuku_map99.pdf" target="_blank">Check out the meeting location.</a>yes485http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mia_club/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL141.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL141.flv.jpgMIA ClubMIA Club (マイア倶楽部) is a simple hotel located right next to MIA Ski resort, Kiso Nagano Prefecture. This hotel is a part of the Ski resort. Therefore, you will have great discount lift tickets.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Plan 1: 1 night 2 meals and 1 day lift ticket. 9,000 JPY for adult, 8,000 JPY for kids. (This price is the day before the holiday and weekend)
Other day is 1,000 JPY cheaper.
Plan 2: 1 night 2 meals and 2 days lift tickets. 11,800 JPY for adult, 9,500 JPY for kids. (This price is the day before the holiday and weekend)
Other Day for plan2: 9,500 JPY for adult, 8,200 JPY for kids.
Check in: 15:00 to 16:30
Check out: before 10:00
No towels, soap or dryers.
<a href="http://www.mia-ski.com/gelende/rental.html" target="_blank">http://www.mia-ski.com/gelende/rental.html</a>yes829http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/seki_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME022.flv.jpgSeki-jukuSeki-juku(関宿) is one of the greatest remaining post town of Tokaido Road. Seki-juku is 47th post town from Edo, Tokyo, on Tokaido Road located in Kameyama, Mie Prefecture. It is about 2km long and there are many traditional buildings are remaining and creats the view of Edo period. Because of this town's scnery is highly preserved in a great condition, this town is registered as the Preservation Districts for Groups of Traditional Buildings. When you walk around this town, you feel like walking in old time of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokkaichi Station.
1. use JR Kansai line to Seki Station.
2. walk north.yes601http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsuyama_road/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA033.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA033.flv.jpgMatsuyama RoadMatsuyama Road (松山街道) is one of the remaining post town located in Uda, Nara Prefecture. IT was used to be the transport station that connects Ise, Nara and Kumano. Because of this great location, people build a castle here and the town developed as the castle town. There are many traditional houses remaining here and creat the great scenery of old time Japna. Therefore, this area is registered as the Preservation Districts for Groups of Traditional Buildings. When you walk around this town, you feel like walking in old time of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Sakurai Station.
1. use Kintetsu Osaka Line to Haibara Station.
2. use local bus to Ouda.yes577http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokkaichi_industrial_district/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME021.flv.jpgYokkaichi Industrial DistrictYokkaichi Industrial District (四日市工業地帯) is one of the Chubu Industrial District located in Mie Prefecture. It has a great art of lights at night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Don't disturbe the workers here and enter the factory.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kintetsu Yokkaichi Station.
1. use Kintetsu Nagoya line to Shiohama
2. walk eastyes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miura_daibutsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL234.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL234.flv.jpgMiura DaibutsuMiura Daibutsu (三浦大仏) is one of great Buddha Statue located in Miura, Kanagawa Prefectue. It is 13.5m tall, and 20m total with the basemen. It was constructed in 1983 and located in Kurihama Cemetery. There are also many beautiful stone Buddha Statues.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
Cation: This is private cemetery. Please stay in good manner and never disturb other visitors.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kurihama Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Keikyu Nagasawa.
2. walk 20 min.yes162http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_sekiro_hiking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL237.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL237.flv.jpgMt. Sekiro hikingMt. Sekiro hiking (石老山ハイキング) is one of the popular hiking spot in Kanagawa Prefecture. Mt. Sekiro is a 702m tall mountain located around Lake Sagami. Because it is accessable by train and bus from Tokyo, Mt. Sekiro is very popular one-day hiking spot. There are many view points that have views of Mt. Fuji and Lake Sagami. Also, on the trail, there are many giant rocks that are very interesting to see.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sagamiko Station.
1. use local bus to Sekirozan iriguchi or plesure forest.yes592http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miura_fuji_hiking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL233.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL233.flv.jpgMiura Fuji HikingMiura Fuji Hiking (三浦富士ハイキング) is a nice hiking trail in Miura peninsula. There is Mt. Fuji in Miura Peninsula and this hiking trail travels Miura Mt. Fuji and Mt. Takeyama that both have great views of Miura Peninsula and Tokyo Bay Area. The hiking takes about 4 hours and you can enjoy great nature of Miura peninsula. Also, there are some local shops that you can buy fresh vegetables and fruits.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There are some restroom spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kurihama Station.
1. use Keikyu line to Tsukuihama Station.yes439http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koiwai_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL235.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL235.flv.jpgKoiwai HouseKoiwai House (小岩井家住宅) is one of the traditional houses in Yokohama, Kanagawa prefecture. It is located in Hongo Fujiyama Park. There are main house, gate and storage remaining in this park. This house was constructed in the middle of 19th century. This house has also small Japanese garden. Koiwai was strong land owner of Yokohama, therefore 9 rooms including earth ground kitchen and storage. It displays the local life tools and livingwares of old time in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
Closed: Wedensday
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Keihintouhoku Line to Hongodai Station.
2. walk (30 min.)yes187http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaneko_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL236.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL236.flv.jpgKaneko House
Kaneko House (旧金子家住宅) is one of the traditional houses in Yokohama, Kanagawa prefecture. It is located in Maioka Park that has a great view of countryside of Japan. This house was constructed in early 20th century. It displays the local life tools and livingwares of old time in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free
Time: 8:30 to 19:00 (17:00 Nov. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Yokohama Subway Blueline to Maioka.
2. walk south (25 min.)
yes162http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuefukigawa_fruits_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL121.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL121.flv.jpgFuefukigawa Fruits ParkFuefukigawa Fruits Park (笛吹川フルーツ公園) is one of the popular tourist spot in Yamanashi city. It has a great view of Yamanashi Basin and Mt. Fuji. The night view from this park is chosen as the new three best views of night sceneries in Japan. Therefore, this place is also chosen as the Holy Land for Couples. At the gift shop, they have all kinds of Yamanashi products especially fruits that are very popular in Yamanashi. Also, they have the great collection of Yamanashi wine. This park also has a lot of Kid's facilities that many people visit here at weekend for their family activities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission & Parking: Free
Business Hours for the shop: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
Never closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Yamanashishi Station.
2. use local bus to Fuefukigawa Fruits Koen.yes238http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toshin_winery/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL122.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL122.flv.jpgToshin WineryToshin Winery (東晨洋酒) is a winery located in Yamanashi Prefecture. This wines are produced by Rugger Man of Yamanashi. All of his wines are very limited. Therefore, every wines that he puts all kinds of his heart intensity to his wines and each wines has his special flavors. During the harvesting season, you can also enjoy grape picking as well. You can also enjoy factory tour. It has a huge wine that uses Sake Bottols.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Make an reservation for factory tour: <a href="mailto:takuzo-toushin@fruits.jp">E-mail</a>
Grape Picking and factory tour is from August to October.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Yamanashishi Station.
2. walk south (1 hr.)yes596http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/new_hachiko_statue/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL375.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL375.flv.jpgNew Hachiko StatueNew Hachiko Statue(新ハチ公像)another statue of the Loyal Dog, Hachiko located in the University of Tokyo. It was made by Tsutomu Ueda in 2015 and donated to the university. It was made for the 80 years anniversary of Hachiko's death. Unlike other statue at Shibuya, Hachiko finnally meet his master Dr. Ueno. So, this statue has not only Hachiko, but also his master Dr. Ueno. Over 90 years that Hachiko has been waiting for Dr. Ueno, and he finally meets his master.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Campus will be open from 6:00 during the weekdays, and 7:00 during the weekends.
There is no parking.
You can use the restroom at the campus.
Gate closed: 24:30
Stay in a good manner.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchi line to Korakuen Station.
2. use Nanboku Line to Todaimae.
3. walk south. It's located left hand side of the gate.yes125http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamanashi_city/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL124.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL124.flv.jpgYamanashi CityYamanashi City (山梨市) is the land of fruits and beautiful nature located in Yamanashi Prefecture. Nishizawa Valley is one of the best nature spots with many beautiful waterfalls in Japan. From Fuefukigawa Fruits Park, it has a great view of Mt. Fuji and Kofu Basin. The night scenery from this park is chosen as one of new three major view of night sceneries. Yamanashi city is also known as wine and fruits. Especially, peach and grape are one of the best fruits you can get in Japan. There are 10 wineries in Yamanashi city. They all have unique taste of wines.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Each spots has parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Yamanashishi Station.yes547http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shitaya_7ucky_gods_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL376.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL376.flv.jpgShitaya 7 Lucky Gods TourShitaya 7 Lucky Gods Tour (下谷七福神) is one of the popular tourist attraction in Ueno. You will travel all 7 shrines and temples that enshrins the each gods of 7 lucky gods and get special stamp. It takes 90 min. and only cost 1000 Yen in total.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There are many restroom.
Special Paper Board: 300 Yen.
Each Stamp: 100 Yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Uguisudani Station.yes377http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/winter_activities_kiso/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL142.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL142.flv.jpgWinter Activities in KisoWinter Activities in Kiso (冬の木曽町) has a lot of funs. Kiso is located in Nagano prefecture, and it has one of the best snow in Japan. The activities are all exciting and Kids friendly. They have ski resorts, MIA and Kiso-Fukushima. They have the best pawder snow and easy slope for kids. There are horse stable where kids can enjoy horse back riding. Snow-shoe trekking and more fun to enjoy snow here at Kiso.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
In winter, you will need snow chaines for your car.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. visit all spots by car.yes781http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/night_view_fruits_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL123.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL123.flv.jpgThe night view of Fruits ParkThe night view of Fruits Park (フルーツパークの夜景) is chosen as one of the new three major night sceneries of Japan. From Fuefukigawa Fruits Park, you can enjoy great view of Kofu Basin and Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission & Parking: Free
Business Hours for the shop: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
Never closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Yamanashishi Station.
2. use local bus to Fuefukigawa Fruits Koen.yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujiten_snow_resort/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL125.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL125.flv.jpgFujiten Snow ResortFujiten Snow Resort (ふじてんスノーリゾート) is one of the nearest ski resort from Tokyo located in Yamanashi prefecture. Mt. Tenjin is located south side of Mt. Fuji and this ski resort is located on this mountain. Therefore, it has a great view of Mt. Fuji. There are 8 different courses including Kids park. At the snow park, there are many facilities for snow boarding. The longest course is 1.3km long and there are many slopes for the beginners to expert.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Business Hours: 8:30 to 17:00 (Nighter starts from 16:00 to 22:00)
Season: 12/5 to 4/3 (depend on the snow conditions of the year)
There is rental-ski&snowboarding-gear shop.
Nighter is only available on weekends.
Lift ticket:
1 day: 4,000 JPY
1 day (weekend) : 4,500 JPY
4 hours: 3,500 JPY
1 ride tickets: 400 JPY
Nighter: 2,500 JPY
1 day + Nighter: 5,500 JPY
<b>Access</b>
<a href="http://www.fujiten.net/pc/en/#lastPage" target="_blank">You need a car.</a> Drive west on 139. Turn left at Tenjinyama.
There are many tour bus from Tokyo and Yokohama.yes555http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/happoone_winter_resort/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL143.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL143.flv.jpgHappoone Winter ResortHappoone Winter Resort (白馬八方尾根スキー場) is one of the best and largest ski resort in Japan. It is located in Hakuba, Nagano Prefecture. Because it has great powder snow and huge area, Nagano Olympic in 1998 was held at this place. There are 14 different courses and the longest course is about 8km long. The altitude difference is 1071m and total size is about 200ha. The most of the courses are for the intermediate and expert people. The top of Happoone is 1831m from the sea level and has a great panorama view of Kita-Alps and northern Nagano.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Period: Early Dec to Early May.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00 Nighter (17:00 to 21:00)
There is no rental shops at the lift stations, but there are many in the town.
There are many restaurants.
<b>Lift Ticket</b>
1 day: 5000 JPY
2 days: 8800 JPY
Half day: 3800 JPY
Nighter: 2000 JPY
There are many other options.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station.
1. use local bus to Hakuba-Happoone
There are shuttle bus from Shinjuku Station.yes490http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/happo_snow_activities/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL144.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL144.flv.jpgHappo Snow ActivitiesHappo Snow Activities (スノーアクティビティ) is a great attraction of Happoone Winter Resort, Hakuba, Nagano Prefecture. At the Kitaone Highland you can enjoy Snow Rafting, Snow Shoe Trekking and Fat-Bike Riding. Kitaone Highland has a great view of Hakuba and this acitvies are a lot of fun, especially for kids. You can take a break for skiing and enjoy another fun of snow.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Registered at Kitaone Highland resting place.
Admission: 1600 JPY for adult and 800 JPY for kids.
You can enjoy all of the activities as many as you want.
You need a snow wear.
<b>Access</b>
Use the lift of Sakka Course to reach Kitaone Highland.yes372http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanriku_king_cedar/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW018.flv.jpgSanriku King CedarSanriku King Cedar (三陸大王杉) is over 7000 years old Cedar tree located in Ofunato, Iwate Prefecture. It is 13.6m round and 23m tall and designated as the natural monument of Ofunato. It is locate in Hachiman shrine and respected as sacred tree of this shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ofunato station.
1. use local bus to Sanrikuchoshiyakushomae
2. walkyes108http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hashino_blast_furnace/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW019.flv.jpgHashino Blast FurnaceHashino Blast Furnace (橋野高炉跡) is historic site of Kamaishi, Iwate Prefecture. It was the first western style blast furnace in Japan. It was built in 1858 and designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site. This blast furnace helped the revolution of Japan at the end of Samurai Era. Today, this site still has the stone structures and ruins.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
No admission. Open 24 hours.
In winter, it will be very hard to watch because of Heavy Snow.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Located on Route 35 between 45 and 346yes163http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takkoku_cave_bisyamondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW020.flv.jpgTakkoku Cave BisyamondoTakkoku Cave Bisyamondo (達谷窟毘沙門堂) is one of the great temple located in Hiraizumi. It is the part of Saikoji Temple. There is a huge cliff that is about 150m wide and 35m high and there is a huge cave in this cliff and the temple is located inside of the cave. It was established in 801 by Shogun Sakanoue no Tamuramaro when he was doing estern punitive expedition. The main tample was reconstructed in 1961 and took the traditional way of Japanese construction. It is registered as the national historic site of Japan.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for Adult, 200 yen for Highschool, 100 yen for under high.
Time: 8:00 to 17:30(April), 18:00 (May to August), 17:00 (Sep. to Nov. and Feb. to Mar.), 16:30 (Dec. to Jan.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hiraizumi Station.
1. use local bus to Takkokunoiwaya.yes163http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/genbi_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW022.flv.jpgGenbi ValleyGenbi Valley (厳美渓) is one of the scenic beauties of Hiraizumi, Iwate prefecture. It is very popular sightseeing spots for long time. It is designated as the national scenic beauty of Japan. There are many waterfalls, pot holes and unique rocks.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hiraizumi Station.
1. use local bus to Genbikeiyes365http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/anatsuiso/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW023.flv.jpgAnatsuisoAnatsuiso (穴通磯) is the rock gates located in Ofunato, Iwate Prefecture. There are three gates in the huge rock that is located in Goishi Beach. It is one of the popular scenery of Ofunato.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ofunato Station.
1. use local bus to Goishikaigan.yes109http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanmen_camellia/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW021.flv.jpgSanmen CamelliaSanmen Camellia (三面椿) is the oldest and largest Caellia in Japan. It is located in Kumano Shrine, Ofunato, Iwate prefecture. It is about 1400 years old Camellia. It survived from Tsunami 2011. It is 8m round and 17m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Camellia blooms in late March.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ofunato Station.
1. use Local Bus to Goishikaiganguchi.yes139http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamaishi_kannon_statue/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW024.flv.jpgKamaishi Kannon StatueKamaishi Kannon Statue (釜石大観音) is a huge Buddhist Statue located in Kamaishi, Iwate.
It is 48.5m tall and stands on the cliff that is 120m high from the sea level. It has great view of Kamaishi Bay. It is main feature of Sekiousenji temple of Soto Buddhism. Inside of the Kannon, there are many Nata carving buddha statues.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen, 300 High and Junior 300 yen, 100 yen for under.
There is group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (might change during the season.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamaishi Station.
1. use local bus to Kamaishi daikannon.yes130http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shuri_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON001.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON001.flv.jpgShuri CastleShuri Castle (首里城) is one of the most popular tourist spots in Okinawa. It was used to be the castle of King Sho of Ryukyu Kingdom until 1879. Because of its historical value, it is designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Originally, Shuri Castle was constructed around late 14th century. Most of the buildings were lost during WWII, but stone walls and bailey remained. In 1992, the castle was fully restored as it used to be in 18th century. It shows the cultures and history of Okinawa. Unlike other Japanese castle, Shuri Castle use lots of stones and painted as red. Also, there are many dragons that are the symbol of King. Shuri Castle takes many Chinese style, but also it takes Japanese style as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom. Parking opens at 8:00
Admission: 820 Yen for Adult, 620 Yen for Highschool, 310 for under high, free for under 6.
Time: 8:30 to 19:00 (Apr. to Jun. and Oct. to Nov.) 20:00 (Jul. to Sep.) 18:00 (Dec. to Mar.)
Closed on First Wed. of July.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yui rail Kenchomae Station.
1. use Yui rail to Shuri.
2. walk westyes395http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/malibu_sea_kayak_snorkel/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON002.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON002.flv.jpgMalibu Sea Kayak & SnorkelMalibu Sea Kayak & Snorkel (マリブシーカヤック&シュノーケル) is one of the most popular marine sports in Okinawa. Malibu beach is located in Onna Village, Okinawa prefecture. It has a beautiful blue and green beach. This beach is very famous for Sea Kayak & Snorkel to visit the blue cave. It takes about 3 hours for this activity. First, travel to the blue cave by Kayak, and change to snorkel to enjoy the inside of the blue cave and beautiful coral sea.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
To make a reservation: 098.982.5477 or visit <a href="http://www.okinawa111.com/malibu/" target="_blank">the web site of SeaTrust</a>
Admission: 6800 Yen for adult, 5800 Yen for kids.
Get 1000 Yen discount if you use or watch thier web site.
Time:
7:30 to 11:00
10:30 to 14:00
13:30 to 17:00
15:30 to 19:00 (only July to Sep.)
From: 5 years old to 65 years old.
Bring towel and swiming suits.
Takes 3 to 3 & harf hours.
It might be canceled under bad weather conditions.
<b>Access</b>
0. at the airport.
1. use Local bus No. 20 or 120 to Ryukyumura.
2. walk north.yes524http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/the_blue_cave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON003.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON003.flv.jpgThe Blue CaveThe Blue Cave (青の洞窟) is one of the most popular squba and snorkel spots in Okinawa Main Island. It is located Onna Village, Okinawa prefecture. It is the cave that you can visit from sea by snorkeling or squab diving. The sun light that comes from the entrance create the beautiful blue color. The water has mysterious blue world. Around the cave, there is coral sea with many beautiful fishes.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
You can also visit by walking.
Becareful about the tide.
<a href="http://www.okinawa111.com/malibu/" target="_blank">Join Tour to enjoy Snorkel</a>
<b>Access</b>
0. at the airport.
1. use Local bus No. 20 or 120 to Ryukyumura.
2. walk north.yes258http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shureimon_gate/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON006.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON006.flv.jpgShureimon GateShureimon gate (守礼門) is the main gate of Shuri Castle. It is printed on Japanese 2000 Yen Bill. Before Shuri castle was reconstructed, it was consiered as 3 major disappointments of Japan. However, not anymore.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Open: 8:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yui rail Kenchomae Station.
1. use Yui rail to Shuri.
2. walk westyes57http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sonohyanutaki_gate/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON007.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON007.flv.jpgSonohyanutaki Gate Sonohyanutaki Gate (園比屋武御嶽石門) is one of UNESCO World Heritage Site in Okinawa. It is located inside of Shuri Castle. It is the worshipping gate when the King leaves out of his castle. It was built in 1519 by 3rd King of Sho clan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Open: 8:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yui rail Kenchomae Station.
1. use Yui rail to Shuri.
2. walk westyes65http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ofunato_yataimura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW028.flv.jpgOfunato YataimuraOfunato Yataimura (大船渡屋台村) is one of temporary food districts with portable stall constructions located in Ofunato, Iwate Prefecture. There are about 20 different restaurants and Japanese Bar, Izakaya. At night, it will be very populated. You can enjoy all kinds of local foods that captured at Ofunato Port.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Most of the shops open at night.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ofunato Station.
1. walk south.yes517http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakarimachi_morning_market/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW026.flv.jpgSakarimachi Morning MarketSakarimachi Morning Market (盛町朝市) is held at the date of the number of 0 and 5 at Sakarimachi, Ofunato, Iwate prefecture. It is over 100 years old morning markte that many people bring their local food and all hand mades. They has great local vegetables, fruits and fishes. There are about 50 different stores. You can enjoy great local products here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Time: 6:00 to 18:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ofunato Station.
1. use Dragon rail Ofunato Line to Sakari.
2. walkyes232http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/goisi_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW027.flv.jpgGoisi BeachGoisi Beach (碁石海岸) is one of the popular beach of Iwate, located in Ofunato. It has great view of huge rocks that are created by the erosion of sea water. There are many unique rocks, caves and gate. Also, this beach has unique ball shape stones that is like "Igo Stone." There are hiking trail that you can enjoy the beautiful scenery. Ranboya is a small valley that has giant view with the sound of thunder.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ofunato Station.
1. use local bus to Goishikaigan.yes301http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurosakisenkyo_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW025.flv.jpgKurosakisenkyo ValleyKurosakisenkyo Valley (黒崎仙峡) is one of the scenic beauty spots in Rikuzentakata, Iwate prefecture. It has a great view of ria costal lines of Sanriku.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ofunato Station.
1. use BRT to Otomo staion.
2. walk south.yes83http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sefa_utaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON004.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON004.flv.jpgSefa Utaki Sefa Utaki (斎場所御嶽) is one of the historic site located Nanjo, Okinawa Prefecture. It is considered as the most sacred place in Okinawa. It is registered as the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. There are 6 religious reception area. All of the area is created under huge rocks. Especially, Sangui has great worshipping zone that is created by the tunel of giant rocks. At the worshipping area, you can see Kudaka Island. It was used to be only women allowed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen for adults and 100 yen for kids. Thre is a group disscount.
Time: 9:00 to 18:00
Don't disturb the prayers.
Don't take out any thing at this site.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Airport.
1. use local bus No.38 to Seifa Utakimae.
2. walk
detailyes239http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_maeda/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON005.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON005.flv.jpgCape MaedaCape Maeda (真栄田岬) is one of scenic beauty spot in Okinawa. It is located in Onna Village, Okinawa prefecture. It has great view of blue ocean of Okinawa. There is the blue cave that is very popular marine sports spot in Okinawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at the airport.
1. use Local bus No. 20 or 120 to Ryukyumura.
2. walk north.
detailyes67http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsuren_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON009.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON009.flv.jpgKatsuren CastleKatsuren Castle (勝連城) is a ruins of Ryukyu style Castle in Okinawa. It is designated as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was constructed in between 13th and 14th century. It is a hilltop castle with many great stone walls. The great stone walls and baileys are remain in great conditions. This castle was ruled by Amawari clan that resisted against Ryukyu Kingdom.
In 1458, Amawari clan was lost by Ryukyu and this castle was abandoned.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Bus Terminal
1. use bus 27 to Nishihara.
2. walk 10 min.yes287http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/old_nakamura_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON008.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON008.flv.jpgOld Nakamura HouseNakamura House (中村家住宅) is one of traditional house located in Nakagusuku, Okinawa Prefecture. It was constructed in middle of 18th century. This house has the architecture style of Kamakura period. However, there are many structure that is original in Okinawa. The roof is made from bricks coated by Stucco for against Typhoon. Nakamura family was strong farmer in Okinawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 Yen for adult, 300 Yen for High and Junior High, 200 Yen for Elementery.
There is group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Bus Terminal
1. use bus number,.21,23,27,90 to Futenma
2. walk.yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/night_sakura_of_chidorigafuchi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA084.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA084.flv.jpgNight Sakura of Chidorigafuchi Night Sakura of Chidorigafuchi (千鳥ヶ淵の夜桜) is one of the popular Sakura spot in Tokyo. It has a beautiful light up Sakura at night. It is very beautiful with the light of skyscrapers and the refraction on the moat.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
The light up starts from the sunset to 22:00.
No Hanami Party.
Period: Late March to early April.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Hanzomon Line to Hanzomon.
2. walk.yes275http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yasukuni_shrine_night_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA085.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA085.flv.jpgYasukuni Shrine Night SakuraYasukuni Shrine Night Sakura (靖国神社で夜桜) is one of the greatest Hanami party spot in Tokyo. There are many food stands open during Sakura is blooming. There is tables for Hanami party. Many people enjoy Hanami Party under night Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
Closed: 22:00
Period: Late March to early April.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Metro line to Kudanshita station.
2. walk.yes173http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/erinji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL128.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL128.flv.jpgErinji templeErinji temple (恵林寺) is Rinzai Buddhism Zen Temple located in Enzan Yamanashi Prefecture. It is the most famous temple in Yamanashi prefecture. It was established in 1330 by Priest Muso Soseki. Erinji flourished as the main temple of Kai Takeda Clan. Takeda Shingen especially helped developing this temple. Therefore, the grave of Takeda Shingen is located in this temple. This temple was burnt down by Oda Nobunaga 1582. After that Tokugawa Ieyasu took over Kai and restored Erinji. Today, Erinji is still highly respected as the temple of Takeda clan. It has also beautiful Sakura that bloom in early April.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 100 yen for under high school.
There is a group discount.
Time: 8:30 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Enzan Station.
1. use local bus to Erinji.yes429http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daizenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL126.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL126.flv.jpgDaizenji TempleDaizenji Temple (大善寺) is one of the oldest temple located in Kosyu Yamanashi Pref. It was established in 718 by Priest Gyoki. So it has over 1300 years of history. The Yakushido Hall is the oldest wooden building that is constructed in 1286 in eastern Japan and registered as the national treasure of Japan. It was highly respected for many worriers and Bushi class. There are Yakushinyorai Statue, Nikko & Gekko Bosatsu and 12 gods of warriors. It is also known as Grape Temple because it has many seasonable flowers.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 300 yen for under highschool.
There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00 (15:30 Dec. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Enzan Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Katsunumabudogo.
2. walk south
30 min.
yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hokoji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL127.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL127.flv.jpgHokoji TempleHokoji temple (放光寺) is one of flower temple located in Kosyu, Yamanashi prefecture. It was established in 1184 by Yasuda Yoshisada. As the temple of Genji Clan, it was highly respected by Takeda Clan. The principal image was created in Heian Period. It is known as flower temple that has many seasonable flowers. Especially, in Spring, Sakura, Peach and Plum bloom beautifully.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Enzan Station.
1. use local bus to Erinji.
2. walk.yes330http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jindai_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL129.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL129.flv.jpgJindai SakuraJindai Sakura (神代桜) is 2000 years old Sakura located in Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture. Legend said, Yamato Takeru no Mikoto planed this Sakura. It is one of 3 major Sakura in Japan. It is 13m tall, 12m round and 30 wide Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hinoharu Station.
1. walk west.yes300http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_at_jissoji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL130.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL130.flv.jpgSakura at JissojiSakura at Jissoji (実相寺の花見) is very popular for Hanami party in Hokuto, Yamanashi prefecture. Jissoji is Nichiren Buddhism Temple with many Sakura trees in this temple.
Sakura blooms in early April. Especially Jindai Sakura is the oldest Sakura in Japan. Also, Kuonji's Sakura and Miharu's Takizakura are also planted here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hinoharu Station.
1. walk west.yes271http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/whale_watching_in_okinawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON010.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON010.flv.jpgWhale Watching in OkinawaWhale Watching in Okinawa (沖縄ホエールウォッチング) is one of the popular tourism in Okinawa in Winter. From January to March, whales visit Okinawa to raise their babies. The kind of Whale is Humpback Whale that travel from Alaska. They are the largest animal on the earth. You can meet whales over 90% for sure. It takes your breath off. This tour contains the strolling Nagannu Island that has beautiful beach and blue ocean that contains coral sea.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 4200 yen for over Junior High. 3200 yen for elementery school. Free for under 4.
Period: January 1 to March 31.
Time: From 8:00 to 12:30
Under hard weather condition, it might not be able to travel Nagannu Island. For this reason, there is no refund.
If you couldn't see whale, you can get full refund.
Meeting at Tomari Port.
No pregnant Women allowed.
Tour runs by <a href="http://www.kabutoka.jp/?men=3">Tokashiki</a>
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Bus Terminal
1. use local bus 99 or 120 to Tomaritakahashi.
2. walkyes412http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakagusuku_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON014.flv.jpgNakagusuku CastleNakagusuku Castle (中城城) is one of the ruins of Mountain Castle located in Okinawa. It was constructed in the late 14th century. It is a huge castle with many great stone walls. Most of the baileys and stones are remains in a great conditions. It is designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Because of the scale, it is also registered as 100 best Japanese castles, and national historic site. The castle contains 6 different baileys and top bailey is over 160m high. Arch style gate and Nunozumi layered Stones.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 300 yen for Junior and High, 200 yen for elementery school.
There is group discount.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00, 18:00(May to September)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Bus Terminal
1. use local bus 30 to Kuba.
2. walkyes325http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zakimi_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON015.flv.jpgZakimi CastleGikimi Castle (座喜味城) is one of the ruins of the hilltop castle located in Yomitani Village, Okinawa Prefecture. It remains the great conditions of stone walls and baileys. It was constructed in early 15th century. The arch stone gate is the oldest gate in Okinawa. It is designated as the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: Free
Open: all time.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Bus Terminal
1. use local bus 29.
yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakijin_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON016.flv.jpgNakijin CastleNakijin Castle (今帰仁城) is one of the oldest castle in Okinawa. It was constructed in 13th century. It is a large hilltop castle with many large stone walls. The stone walls and baileys are remaining in great conditions. It is registered as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. This castle was ruled by Hokuzan Kingdom before Ryukyu Kingdom. It is 350m long and 800m wide castle and the largest castle in Okinawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 300 yen for under high school.
There is a group discount.
Time: 8:00 to 18:00 (19:00 from May to August)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Bus Terminal.
1. use Yambarubasu to Nakijingusukuiriguchi.yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tama_u_dun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON017.flv.jpgTama U DunTama U Dun (玉陵) is the mausoleum of Ryukyu Kings located in Naha, Okinawa. It was constructed in 1501 by King Shoshin for his father. Since then, it became the mausoleum of Sho Clan.
There are 3 different chambers. It is designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking(Shuri castle) and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 150 for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 18:00 (last entry 17:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yui rail Kenchomae Station.
1. use Yui rail to Shuri.
2. walk westyes132http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/migusuku_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON011.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON011.flv.jpgMigusuku CastleMigusuku Castle (三重城) is the ruins of fortress built in late 16th century. It was used for a canon tower to attack Japanese pirates. There is a worshipping area. It was originally located at Naha Port, and removed at Yomitani Village.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Bus Terminal
1. use local bus 28 to Ufudo.
2. walk
yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/araha_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON012.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON012.flv.jpgAraha BeachAraha Beach (アラハビーチ) is located in Okinawa Main Island. It is American Style Beach with many facilities and restaurants. It is about 600m long white sand beach. Many people visit here to enjoy recreation. There is a huge pirate ship called Indian Oak. It has a beautiful sunset you can see from this beach.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
You cannot swim in this beach.
There is shower room and changing room.
No smoking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Bus Terminal.
1. use local bus 20. 28. 29
2. walkyes121http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagannu_island/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON013.flv.jpgNagannu IslandNagannu Island (ナガンヌ島) is one of Keiseshima Islands located in Okinawa. It is about 20 min. from Tomari Port. The entire island is only 0.29k square meters wide made from coral of the Atoll. It has a great blue beach and coral sea.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is ship at Tomari Port.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Bus Terminal
1. use local bus 99 or 120 to Tomaritakahashi.
2. walkyes123http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_fuji_pagoda/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA086.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA086.flv.jpgSakura, Mt.Fuji & PagodaArakura yama Sengen Park (新倉山浅間公園の桜) has a great view of Sakura, Pagoda and Mt. Fuji.
It is the most famous Sakura and Mt. Fuji view in Japan. There are 650 Sakura Trees that bloom in the early April.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Sakura blooms in the middle of April.
<b>Access</b>
0. Fujisan Station.
1. use Fujikyu Line to Shimoyoshida.
2. walk north.yes389http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuji_from_hahanoshirataki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL131.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL131.flv.jpgMt. Fuji from HahanosiratakiMt. Fuji from Hahanosirataki (母の白滝の富士) is one of the great Mt. Fuji view point located in Yamanashi. It has a great view of Mt. Fuji with Lake Kawaguchi. It is loated on the entrance of the trail of Mt. Mitsutoge.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local bus to Kawaguchikochuzaijo.
2. walkyes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hahano_sirataki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL132.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL132.flv.jpgHahano Sirataki FallsHahano Sirataki Falls (母の白滝) is located in Kawaguchiko, Yamanashi Prefecture.
It is 15m tall 3 step waterfalls that is frozen in winter.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local bus to Kawaguchikochuzaijo.
2. walkyes188http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mthirugatake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL133.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL133.flv.jpgMt. HirugatakeMt. Hirugatake (蛾ヶ岳) is one of 100 best mountains in Yamanashi. It has a great view of Mt. Fuji and Kofu Basin. It is very easy hiking courses for beginners.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Parking: 400 yen.
Takes about 3 hours of round trip.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Rout 20 to 140 to 401 to 409.
yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/trekking_at_hirugatake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL134.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL134.flv.jpgTrekking at HirugatakeTrekking at Hirugatake (蛾ヶ岳ハイキング) is very popular trekking for the hiking beginners. Mt. Hirugatake is located in Ichikawa Sango town, Yamanashi Prefecture. It is 1279m and takes only 3 hours for round trip.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Parking: 400 yen.
Takes about 3 hours of round trip.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Rout 20 to 140 to 401 to 409.yes497http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_at_lake_shibire/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA087.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA087.flv.jpgSakura at Lake ShibireSakura at Lake Shibire (四尾連湖の桜) is very nice. There are about 20 Sakura surrounding the lake. It blooms around the middle of April.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is camping feild.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
0. at Kofuminami exist of Chuo line.
1. use 140 to 3.
2. change 409 to the lake.yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/boso_village/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL069.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL069.flv.jpgBoso VillageBoso Village (房総のむら) is an open museum that displays the old time of Japan, especially Edo period to study traditional culture and Japanese craftworks. It is located near Narita Airport, Chiba Prefecture. There is merchant town that has 16 different kinds of crafts-mans houses. Each houses displays different kinds of Japanese local craftworks. You can also experiencing those craftworks as well. There are also Samurai area that has the middle rank Samurai House, and 3 rich farmers' house and local Kabuki theatre. You can experince Edo period at this open museum.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 150 yen for over high school, free for under and over 65.
Time: 9:00 to 16:30
Closed: Monday (when Monday is holiday, closes on Tuesday.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use local bus to Bosonomura.
2. walk.yes445http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukuba_peony_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB047.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB047.flv.jpgTsukuba Peony GardenTsukuba Peony Garden (つくば牡丹園) is one of the largest Peony Garden in Japan. It is located in Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture. There are about 550 + 215 kinds 25,000 trees in this garden. From the end of April to the end of May beautiful Peony Flowers bloom. The flower of Peony lasts only 3 days, and the right after they bloom is the best. So, visit this garden in the morning is the best to enjoy Peony.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission:
Spring: 800 yen for adult, 300 for under Junior high.
There is a group discount.
Time:
Spring (middle of April to late May): 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Closed on Friday except during Golden Week.
See the official site to check out the exact date.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Ushiku Station.
1. use local bus to Kukizakiwakaguri.
2. walk.yes334http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/baby_blue_eyes_in_hitachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB048.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB048.flv.jpgBaby Blue Eyes in HitachiBaby Blue Eyes in Hitachi Kaihin Park (ひたち海浜公園のネモフィラ) is very popular in the world. From the end of April to the middle of May, beautiful blue carpet covers the hill of this park. There are 4.5 million flowers bloom to tell the end of spring in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 410 Yen for Adult, 210 Yen for senior, 80 Yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Open: 9:30
Close: 17:00 (3/1 to 7/20 and 9/1 to 10/31), 18:00 (7/21 to 8/31), 16:30 (11/1 to end of Feb.)
Close Day: Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Katuta station.
2. use local bus to Hitachinaka Kaihinkoen.yes320http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hitachi_tamadare_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB049.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB049.flv.jpgHitachi Tamadare FallsHitachi Tamadare Falls (日立玉簾の滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Hitachi, Ibaraki.
It is about 18m tall and 8m falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. At Ota Station.
1. use local bus to Hirayama.yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kajikasawa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB050.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB050.flv.jpgKajikasawa FallsKajikasawa Falls (河鹿沢の雄滝・雌滝) is two waterfalls located in Hitachi Ota, Ibaraki Prefecture. There are 2 different waterfalls. One is called Odaki, the male falls, and the other is called Medaki, female falls. Odaki is 10m tall two step-falls. Medaki is 5m tall. There is a small hiking trail to see these waterfalls and leads to Fudo Falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ota Station.
2. use local bus to Kawaharano.
3. walkyes181http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sugaya_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB051.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB051.flv.jpgSugaya Fudo FallsSugaya Fudo Falls (菅谷不動尊の滝) is waterfalls located in Hitachi Ota, Ibaraki Prefecture.
It is 10m tall waterfalls with few amount of water. There is a Fudo statue and temple near by. There is a nice hiking trail to enjoy those beautiful waterfalls. It takes about 30 min. for round trip.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ota Station.
2. use local bus to Kawaharano.
3. walkyes84http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasama_tsutsuji_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB052.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB052.flv.jpgKasama Tsutsuji GardenKasama Tsutsuji Garden (笠間つつじ園) is one of the best Azalea spot located in Ibaraki Prefecture. There are 25 kinds 8,500 Azalea trees on the small mountain. It has a breathtaking view with fully colored hills by Azalea flowers. Azalea blooms from the end of April to May. During the season, there are many events held in this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen
Period: from the middle of April to the end of Golden week.
Time: 8:00 to 18:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Mito Line to Kasama.
2. use local bus to Nichido Museum.
3. walkyes426http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/azalea_at_shimizu_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL070.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL070.flv.jpgAzalea at Shimizu ParkAzalea at Shimizu Park (清水公園のツツジ) is very famous Azalea spots in Chiba. There are about 100 kinds 20,000 Azalea trees that bloom in the late April. The view of Azalea is breathtaking here.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Funabashi (14 min.)
2. use Tobu Noda Line to Shimizu Park (1 hr.)yes351http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hananoi_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL071.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL071.flv.jpgHananoi HouseHananoi House (旧花野井家住宅) is one of Samurai houses located in Noda, Chiba Prefecture. Hananoi family was Samurai of Tokugawa Shogun. This house was constructed in late 17th century and registered as the national important cultural assets. There are 6 rooms and one floor kitchen which is very typical samurai house around this area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
Admission: Free.
Closed: Monday and Tuesday (if it's holiday, then next day)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Kashiwa (Abiko) Station.
2. use Tobu Noda Line to Shimizukoen.
3. walk yes127http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yae_wisteria/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB053.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB053.flv.jpgYaeWisteria of KasamainariYae Wisteria of Kasamainari (笠間稲荷の八重の藤) is multi petals wisteria located in Kasama Inari Shrine, Ibaraki Prefecture. Most of wisteria has only single layer of petals, but this wisteria has multi layers of petals in their flowers. This blooms in early May.
yes228http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hida_furukawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF067.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF067.flv.jpgHida FurukawaHida Furukawa (飛騨古川) is an Edo style town located in northern Gifu Prefecture. It is one of the most popular travel spots in Gifu. There are many traditional houses. Especially, white wall walk along Seto River is one of the most famous view in Gifu. These traditional houses has very unique features in this area. Because of this beautiful scenery, Hida-Furukawa is Preserved Area with Traditional Houses.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida-Furukawa.
2. walk.yes589http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tateyama_snow_wall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY013.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY013.flv.jpgTateyama Snow WallTateyama Snow Wall (立山雪の大谷) is one of the most popular tourism in Toyama. There is a huge snow walls appear from the middle of April to June. The highest point of the snow wall will be some times over 20m high. This walk is about 500m long. This is located on Murodo Highland of Tateyama Mountains. The altitude is over 2400m from the sea level. Therefore, snow remains almost nearly to the summer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at Tateyama Station.
The admission for round trip is 4310 Yen for adult, and 2160 Yen for Kids.
Time: From 6:00 and last from the snow wall is 17:30
Season: From the middle of April to the middle of June.
During Golden Week, there are extra buses and cable cars.
Snow Wall is open from 9:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tateyama Station.
1. Tateyama Cable Car to Bejodaira (7 min.)
2. the shuttle bus To Murodo (50 min.)yes394http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hida_choshi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF068.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF068.flv.jpgHida Choshi FallsHida Choshi Falls (飛騨・銚子の滝) is one of the great waterfalls located in Takayama, Gifu Prefecture. It is about 25m waterfalls. It is chosen as the 100 best water of Gifu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
From Takayama. Use Route 158.yes157http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takaoka_great_buddha/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY014.flv.jpgTakaoka Great BuddhaTakaoka Great Buddha (高岡大仏) is one of Great Buddha Statues located in Toyama. It is 15.85m tall from the ground. It was built in 1932. Takaoka is very famous for its bronze craft works, and this statue was built by great bronze craftmen of Takaoka with amazing skills. It tooks about 20 years.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Open 24 hours.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takaoka Station.
1. walk north (10 min.)yes82http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/renjoji_great_buddha/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL014.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL014.flv.jpgRenjoji Great BuddhaRenjoji Great Buddha (蓮昌寺大仏) is an wooden Buddha stature located in Kanazawa, Ishikawa.
It is one of three Great Buddha in Kanazawa. It is 4.85m tall buddha statue built in 1688. It is one of the 3 great Buddha of Kanazawa. Renjoji temple is located on Kokoronomichi which is very popular strolling pass of Kanazawa.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Admission: Free.
Time: morning to evening.
Please be careful. Don't touch the statue and keep in the great manner to see this statue.
There is small temple located on the left side of the temple. You can enter free.
Remove your shoes to entre.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa.
1. use local bus to Higashichaya.
2. walk.yes70http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/white_wall_and_kura_walk/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF069.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF069.flv.jpgWhite Wall & Kura WalkWhite Wall & Kura Walk(瀬戸川の白壁土蔵街) along the Seto River is very popular spots in Gifu.
It is located in Hida Furukawa. There are many beautiful traditional houses with white walls.
It offers the great strolling to the Edo period scenery. There are many Koi fishes in this river.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida-Furukawa.
2. walk.yes133http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nikko_unesco_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN053.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN053.flv.jpgNikko UNESCO TourNikko UNESCO Tour (日光の世界遺産巡り) is one of the most popular touristm around Tokyo. Nikko is located in Tochigi prefecture and one of the greatest spots in Japan. There are 3 great shrines and temples that registered as UNESCO World Heritage sites. They are one of the most expensive buildings in the world. The entire sites are built as the mausoleums of the founder of Edo Government. Those mausoleums has one of the best art of Japanese architectures.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission:
Toshogu Shrine: 1300 Yen
Futarasan Shrine: Free
Taiyuin Temple: 550 Yen
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. use Local bus to Nikko 3 shrines.yes640http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/unno_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL145.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL145.flv.jpgUnno-jukuUnno-juku(海野宿) is one of the post towns of the Hokkoku Road located in Nagano Prefecture. There are many traditional houses that offer the experience of walking through Edo period scenery. This post town was built in 1625 for the travelers of Hokkoku Road. This town is also registered as a scenic preservation area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueda Station.
1. use Shinano Line to Oya Station.
2. walk east (20 min)yes414http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ueda_yanagimachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL146.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL146.flv.jpgUeda YanagimachiUeda Yanagimachi (上田柳町) is one of the Edo Style Castle town located in Nagano Prefecture. It is town still looks like an Edo period castle town with many traditional houses. Some of them are still used for their shops, Sake Brewery and restraurants. This town was built by Sanada Clan when they built the castle of Ueda. It offers the great historical strolling into Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueda Station.
1. walk north 20 min.yes213http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takaoka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY019.flv.jpgTakaokaTakaoka (高岡) is the Edo style Castle town located in Toyama Prefecture. . There are many traditional houses that provide an Edo period historic walk, especially Yamacho Town and Kanayamachi town has gorgeous scenery of classic castle town. Takaoka is also very famous for its bronze and copper craft. With the technique of their casting coppers, they build a great Buddha Statue that is also the main feature of Takaoka.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Toyama Station.
1. use Ainokaze Toyama Line to Takaoka Station.
2. walk north (20 min.)yes481http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamachosuji_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY018.flv.jpgYamachosuji TownYamachosuji town (山町筋) is one of Edo style town located in Takaoka, Toyama. It is also known as the town of Kura, the Japanese warehouse. Yamachosuji has been a merchant town since 1609. There are many Kura style houses. This town is registered as a scenic preservation area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takaoka Station.
1. walk north (20 min.)yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takaoka_kanayamachi_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY017.flv.jpgTakaoka Kanayamachi TownTakaoka Kanayamachi town (高岡金屋町) is an Edo Style Town located in Takaoka, Toyama and one of the popular travel spots in Takaoka. In 1611, the second lord of the Kaga Maeda clan, Maeda Toshinaga, invited many metalworkers to this town. Those metalworkers made Takaoka very famous for copper craft works. There are many copper shops that also has the copper craft studio.There are many traditional houses still to be found. This town is also registered as a group of traditional houses.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Toyama Station.
1. use Ainokaze Toyama Line to Takaoka Station.
2. walk north (20 min.)yes158http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hida_arakawa_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF070.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF070.flv.jpgHida Arakawa HouseHida Arakawa House (飛騨・荒川家住宅) is one of the traditional houses located in Takayama.
It is a gorgeous mayors house constructed in 1747. It is two stories building with large masts and beams. You can see many structure for heavy snow region.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
Closed: from 12/1 to 3/31
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
From Takayama. Use Route 158.yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ozaki_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL016.flv.jpgOzaki ShrineOzaki Shrine (尾崎神社) is one of the beautiful shrines that has many old buildings. It is located in Kanazawa, Ishikawa prefecture. It was built in Kitanomaru, a part of Kanazawa castle. Most of the buildings are constructed in 1643 and registered as the cultural important assets. It enshrines Tokugawa Ieyasu, there for there are many symbol of Tokugawa here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station.
1. use local bus to Minamicho or Musashigatsuji.
2. walk.yes91http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/murodo_highland/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY015.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY015.flv.jpgMurodo HighlandMurodo Highland (室堂高原) is located on Tateyama Mountains, Toyama Prefecture. The altitude is 2450m above the sea level. Because of the high altitude, it has snow almost until the beginning of the summer. It is very famous spots for spring skiing. It is also very famous for Thunder birds.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at Tateyama Station.
The admission for round trip is 4310 Yen for adult, and 2160 Yen for Kids.
Time: From 6:00 and last from the snow wall is 17:30
Season: From the middle of April to the middle of June.
During Golden Week, there are extra buses and cable cars.
Snow Wall is open from 9:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tateyama Station.
1. Tateyama Cable Car to Bejodaira (7 min.)
2. the shuttle bus To Murodo (50 min.)yes247http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takaoka_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY016.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY016.flv.jpgTakaoka CastleTakaoka Castle (高岡城) is one of 100 best Japanese castles located in Toyama. It is also known as one of 100 best Sakura Castles. It was constructed in 1609 by Maeda Toshinaga for his retirement house. Right after the Siege of Osaka Castle, this castle was abandoned by the order. However, Maeda kept this castle secretly as the fortress. There are baileys and moats remaining in great conditions.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takaoka Station.
1. walk north (10 min.)yes228http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanazawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL022.flv.jpgKanazawaKanazawa (金沢) is one of the most popular travel desitination in Japan. It is a capital of Ishikawa prefecture and known as Little Kyoto of Hokuriku. Kanazawa has the castle and its castle town. The layout of the castle town was not destroyed by modernization. The street, canal and houses of Samurai residence are remains exactly the same as it used to be. Kanazawa Castle, which is the main feature of Kanazawa besides Kenrokuen Garden, was restored in 2001. There are 3 major tea house towns that has many traditional houses that has fantastic scenery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom in those traveling spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station.
There are circling bus that visit most of the travel spots.yes672http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/udatsuyama_temple_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL017.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL017.flv.jpgUdatsuyama Temple TownUdatsuyama Temple Town (卯辰山山麓寺院群) is one of Kyoto looking town in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture. There are abotu 50 temples in this town and that creat the beautiful scenery of the traditional Japan. There is a strolling trail called "Kokoro no michi, heartful road in Japanese." Beacuse of these beautiful buildings of temples, this town is registered as Preservation Districts for Groups of Traditional Buildings.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Notice: Keep in the good manner when you visit each temples.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station, east side, No.7.
1. use local bus to Hashibacho.
2. walk.yes536http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/higashi_chaya_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL018.flv.jpgHigashi Chaya TownHigashi Chaya Town (ひがし茶屋街) is the largest Tea House Town of Kanazawa. There are many traditional houses, creating fantastic Edo period scenery. You are going to feel like you are walking through ancient Japan. This town is also registered as a Preservation Districts for Groups of Traditional Buildings. Those houses are still in use as tea houses, shops and restaurants.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station, east side, No.7.
1. use local bus to Hashibacho.
2. walk.yes332http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kazuemachi_chaya_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL019.flv.jpgKazuemachi Chaya TownKazuemachi Chaya Town (主計町茶屋街) is one of Kyoto Style town in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture. There are 3 tea house towns in Kanazawa, and this town is one of them. It is located next to Asano river. It has very classic scenery and less well known. This town is also registered as a scenic preservation area with traditional houses.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station, east side, No.7.
1. use local bus to Hashibacho.
2. walk.
yes208http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/teramachi_temple_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL020.flv.jpgTeramachi Temple TownTeramachi Temple Town (寺町寺院群), or Teramachidai, is one of peopler spots in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture. There are many temples in this area that creates the walk of Kyoto style town. It is a very quiet town with many beautiful temples. It was form from 1596 to 1681. Those many temples still have the look of Edo period. Therefore, you can enjoy walking through the old time in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking but, no restroom.
Notice: Keep in the good manner when you visit each temples.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station.
1. use local bus to Hirokoji or Nishicyayagai.
2. walk.
yes320http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nishi_chaya_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL021.flv.jpgNishi Chaya TownNishi Chaya Town (にし茶屋街) is one of Kyoto Style Town located in Western Kanazawa. On the main street, there are many traditional looking buildings. In this town you have a lot of opportunities to meet Geisya.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking but, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station.
1. use local bus to Hirokoji or Nishicyayagai.
2. walk.
yes75http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/real_life_mario_kart_in_tokyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL377.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL377.flv.jpgReal Life Mario Kart in TokyoReal Life Mario Kart in Tokyo (東京マリオカート) is one of the most exciting fun activities you can try in Tokyo. It is a life time event that happens to you. It is a Go-Kart driving the public street of Downtown Tokyo, going through from Shinagawa, Tokyo Tower, Roppongi and the world famous Shibuya Hachiko Crossing. It will take about 2 hours. You can rent Mario Kart Costumes, Mario Luise, Luigi and all other charactors from Mario Kart. So, just like famous video game "Mario Kart," you will enjoy the real life Mario Kart!
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
You will make a reservation for time and date.
You can ride the karts from 2 people.
Time: 10:00 to 22:00
Admission: 7000 JPY (including tax), 5000 JPY for facebook review price.
You need Japanese Diver license, an international driving license or permission to driving car in Japan.
Maricar
To make a reservation: <a href="http://maricar.com/" target="_blank">click here</a>
Or call Phone: 03-6712-8275
<a href="mailto:shop@maricar.jp" target="_blank">shop@maricar.jp</a>
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Kitashinagawa.
2. walk south (5 min.)yes800http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/masutomi_rice_planting/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL135.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL135.flv.jpgMasutomi Rice PlantingMasutomi Rice Planting (増富田植え体験) is an experiencing of rice planting offered by Masutomi, Yamanashi Prefecture. You will experience the traditional way of rice planting that means by hands. This events happens at the end of May, and also there is a harvesting after 5 monthes. They will also have mushroom planting and BBQ with fresh Organic pesticide-free vegetables and best chicken with those natural crops, and winery tour.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This events is for only foreigners in Japan or visiters. Please contact us for more information.
<a href="mailto:info@mustlovejapan.com">More information</a>
Season: the end of May.
Time: 10:00 to 17:00
Need:
Hat, rain shoes, extra clothing including under wear, towel.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Get off at Sutama exit of Chuo Expressway north to 141 to 601 to 23 to Mashitomi no yu.
Park at Mashutomi no yu Onsen.yes480http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/seseragi_iris_garden/2016-06-12monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL088.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL088.flv.jpgSeseragi Iris GardenSeseragi Iris Garden (せせらぎ菖蒲園) is a part of Yamazaki Park in Saitama Prefecture. Every middle of June, the beautiful Iris bloom. There are about 5,000 flowers in this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Parking Open: 9:00 to 19:00 (Mar. to Sep.), 9:00 to 17:00 (Oct. to Feb.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. use Tobu Tojo Line to Tsuruse Station.
2. walk east.yes317http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/someya_iris_garden/2016-06-12monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL089.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL089.flv.jpgSomeya Iris GardenSomeya Iris Garden (染谷花しょうぶ園) is one of the best Iris spots in Saitama. There are 200 kinds 20,000 Iris Flowers bloom in June. Iris is very beautiful under rain. So, it is one of the best spot to visit in a rainy season in Japan. There are also shopping area for saling flowers, seeds and plants.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking (300 yen)
Admission: 500 yenf for Adult, 200 yen for elementery school and over 75 (however, 500 yen for over 75 on weekend).
There is group discount.
Period: All days of June.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Kokusaikougyo bus number 7 to Someyashindo.
2. walk (10min.)yes398http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iris_pond_park/2016-06-12monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL378.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL378.flv.jpgIris Pond ParkIris Pond Park (しょうぶ沼公園) is located in Adachi, Tokyo Metro. There are 140 kinds 8100 flowers in this park. The beautiful flowers bloom from the end of May to middle of June.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kitasenju Station.
1. use Chiyoda Line to Kita Ayase Station.
2. walk (1 min.)yes341http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/trekking_at_mtKimpu/2016-06-13monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL137.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL137.flv.jpgTrekking at Mt.KimpuTrekking at Mt.Kimpu (金峰山トレッキング) is one of the very popular hiking around Tokyo. Mt. Kimpu is 2,599m tall and chosen as one of 100 best Japanese mountains. It is located on the border of Yamanashi and Nagano. The easiest trekking is from Otarumi mountain pass. It will take about 4 hours for a round trip and has a great panorama view of all Yamanashi and Nagano including Mt. Fuji and Minami Alps.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
There are mountain house on the trail.
It is very easy to access from Otarumi Mountain pass.
<b>Access</b>
There is a shuttle bus from Enzan Station.yes631http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_kimpu/2016-06-13monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL136.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL136.flv.jpgMt.KimpuMt.Kimpu, or Mt. Kimpou (金峰山) is one of 100 best Japanese mountains located on the border of Yamanashi and Nagano Prefecture. It is 2,599m tall and has a great panorama view of all Yamanashi and Nagano including Mt.Fuji and Minami Alps. The trekking route has also great view as well. Most of the trail is covered under the beautiful forest with many mountain trees, and once it opens, it has panorama view. On the top of Mt. Kimpu, there is a huge rock called Gojo Rock.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
There are mountain house on the trail.
It is very easy to access from Otarumi Mountain pass.
<b>Access</b>
There is a shuttle bus from Enzan Station.yes276http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/azumino_iris_park/2016-06-19monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL147.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL147.flv.jpgAzumino Iris ParkAzumino Iris Park (安曇野・あやめ公園) is one of the popular Iris spot in Nagano Prefecture. There are 150 kinds 50,000 Iris flowers that bloom in the middle of June. There are any events on the weekends of the blossom season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoro Station.
1. use JR Shinonoi Line to Akashina Station.
2. walk (15 min.)yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rose_of_haiji_village/2016-06-19monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL138.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL138.flv.jpgRose of Haiji VillageRose of Haiji Village(ハイジの村のバラ) is very famous in Yamanashi. Haiji Village is the flower park located in Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture. From the end of May to the middle of June, there are beautiful roses blooming. It has the 230 long tunnel of rose that is the longest rose tunnel in Japana.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 510 yen for over highschool, 250 yen for under junior high.
There are group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 18:00(Apr.1 to Jul.15 and Sep.1 to Dec.18), 21:30 (Jul.16 to Aug.31 and Dec.17 to Jan.3), 17:00 (Jan.4 to Mar.31)
Closed on Tue. (From Jan. to Mar. When Tuesday is holiday, then closed on next day.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nirasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Haijinomura (30 min.)yes380http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ikiiki_asakusa_ajisai_festa/2016-06-20monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL379.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL379.flv.jpgIkiiki Asakusa Ajisai Festa.Ikiiki Asakusa Ajisai Festa. (いきいき浅草あじさい祭) is one of Hydrangea festival happens at Iriya, Tokyo. This festival is a Hydrangea Festival held at Chokokuji temple. Hydrangea is the flower of June in Japan. At Chokokuji, there are about 100 kinds of Hydrangea and you can buy them. You can also join the special Buddhism reception that has a history since Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Ajisai Basket is for 1500 yen.
The special reception is 2,000 yen and registered at the office of the temple.
Period: The weekend of the middle of June.
Time: Sat: 12:00 to 17:00, Sun: 10:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Hibiya Line to Iriya or Minowa.
2. walk (20 min.)yes401http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ninja_museum_of_igaryu/2016-06-28monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME024.flv.jpgNinja Museum of IgaryuNinja Museum of Igaryu (伊賀流忍者博物館) is one of the real Ninja Museum located in Mie Prefecture. Iga
Ninja Style is one of the two most famous Ninja Style and this museum shows all kinds of information
about Iga Ninja. They replaced the real Ninja House from the Ninja Village of Iga that has all kinds of
Ninja tricks that's been used in real. At the museum section, it displays all kinds of Ninja weapons,
tools and clothing. It has also a great Ninja show.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 750 for adult, 432 yen for under junior. There is a group discount.
Extra fee for the Ninja Show: 400 yen.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00. Last entry is 16:30
Close: 12/29 to 1/1
They have a rental of Ninja Costume.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Uenoshi station.
1. walk north.yes597http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mariko_juku/2016-06-28monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI121.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI121.flv.jpgMariko-jukuMariko-juku (鞠子宿、丸子宿) is the 20th post town of Tokaido Road. It is located in Shizuoka city, Shizuoka Prefecture. It was used to be the smallest post town of Tokaido. There are few buildings that have views of Edo period. There is a tea house that appears in the famous Ukiyoe Painting of Hiroshige still exists today.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Abekawa Station.
2. walk north.yes231http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/utsunoya_mountain_pass/2016-06-28monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI122.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI122.flv.jpgUtsunoya Mountain PassUtsunoya Mountain Pass (宇津ノ谷峠) is one of the historic spots of Tokaido Road. It is located between Mariko-juku and Okabe-juku, Shizuoka Prefecture. There are many traditional houses that has the view of Edo period. It is registered as the national historic site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at the resting place of Utsunoya Toge on Route 1.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use local bus to Utsunoyairiguchi.
2. walk.yes290http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/irimajiri_house/2016-06-28monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME023.flv.jpgIrimajiri HouseIrimajiri House (入交家住宅) is one of the samurai house located in Iga, Mie Prefecture. It was constructed around the end of 18th century. It is a typical Nagaya Style Samurai House. It has also the Nagaya Gate which shows the rank of higher Samurai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 for Adult, 150 yen for Over high school, 100 yen for under high.
There is a group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Closed: Tuesday. 12/29 to 1/3
<b>Access</b>
0. Uenoshi Station.
1. walk south.yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoshida_koyama_castle/2016-06-28monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI123.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI123.flv.jpgYoshida Koyama CastleYoshida Koyama Castle (吉田・小山城) is a hilltop castle located in Shizuoka Prefecture. It was constructed in 1571 by Baba Nobuharu when Takeda clan conquared the land of Suruga. This has the unique feature of Takeda style castle, especially crescent moat. This castle has 3 layered crescent moats that is very unqiue to this castle. There is Tenshu as the histocial museum. Moats and baileys are remaining in the great condition.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
The museum admission: 200 yen for adult, and 100 yen for kids.
The museum closed on Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Fujieda Station.
2. use local bus to Yoshidakoko.
3. walk.
yes224http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koka_ninja_village/2016-07-06monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG018.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG018.flv.jpgKoka Ninja VillageKoka Ninja Village (甲賀の里忍術村) is the largest and real Ninaja Village located in southern Shiga Prefecture. Koka is one of the two major and famous Ninja styles and this is the birthplace of Koka Ninaja Style. In this village, there are 3 real Ninja houses that replaced from Koka city. They have all kinds of Ninja Tricks. Also, they display a lot of Ninja Weapons, tools and scrolls that belong to the real Ninja descendant. There is Ninja School that you can get the certification of the official Koka Ninja. It have everything for all Ninja Fan. It's real.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 1030 yen for Adult, 820 yen for Junir and High School, 730 yen for elementery, 520 yen for kids.
There is a group discount.
Time: 10:00 to 16:00 (In summer time, 9:00 to 17:00)
Rental Ninja Costume: 1030 yen for adult, 610 yen for kids per day.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koka Station.
1. there is a free shuttle bus from Koka Station.yes715http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minakuchi_juku/2016-07-06monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG019.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG019.flv.jpgMinakuchi jukuMinakuchi juku (水口宿) is the post town of Tokaido Road located in Shiga Prefecture. It is 50th post town from Tokyo. There are many traditional houses that has still view of Edo period. It was also used to be the castle town. Therefore, there is ruins of castle and many Samurai houses.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at Minaguchi Jonan Station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koka Station.
1. use JR Kusatsu Line to Kibukawa Station.
2. use Omi Line to Minaguchi Ishibashi Station.
3. walk.
yes423http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minakuchi_castle/2016-07-06monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG020.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG020.flv.jpgMinakuchi CastleMinakuchi Castle (水口城) is a flatland constructed in 1634 by Tokugawa Iemitsu. In the time of the 3rd Tokugawa Shogun, Iemitsu built this castle when he traveled to Kyoto. However, after that, Shogun never used this castle again. In 1682, Kato Clan became the castle lord of this Minakuchi castle and became the lord of Minakuchi domain. Today, there is a moat and a the main gate of the castle reconstructed as the historical museum.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 100 yen for adult, and 50 yen for kids.
Time: 10:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koka Station.
1. use JR Kusatsu Line to Kibukawa Station.
2. use Omi Line to Minaguchi Joka Station.
3. walk.
yes96http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsuchiyama_juku/2016-07-06monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG021.flv.jpgTsuchiyama-jukuTsuchiyama-juku (土山宿) is one of the post town of Tokaido Road located in Shiga Prefecture. It is 49th post town from Tokyo. There are few traditional houses are still remaining and it has a view of old time of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koka Station.
1. use JR Kusatsu Line to Kibugawa Station.
2. use local bus to Omi Tsuchiyama eki.
3. walk
yes390http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hino_town/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG022.flv.jpgHino TownHino Town (日野町) is one of the old merchant town located southern Siga Prefecture. There are many tarditional houses that are remaining since Edo period. The merchants of Hino were very strong as Omi Merchant. You will see the great traditional Japanese houses here. It is also the town of Gamo clan. Gamo clan is the very famous Samurai during Sengoku period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at the visitors center.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koka Station.
1. use JR Kusatsu Line to Kibugawa Station.
2. use Omi Line to Hino Station.
3. walk east.yes480http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyotsu_valley_tunnel/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG021.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG021.flv.jpgKiyotsu Valley TunnelKiyotsu Valley (清津峡) is one of the 3 major Valleys in Japan. It is located in Tokamachi, Niigata Prefecture. The entire valley is about 12km long beautiful valley made by the lava flow.
It is registered as the national scenic beauty and natural monument of Japan. There is a tunnel that has great observatories.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission for the Tunnel: 600 yen for Adult, 300 yen for under highschool.
There is a group discount.
Time: 8:30 to 17:30 (Last entry 16:30)
Closed: From the middle of Jan. to the end of Mar.
The distance of the Tunnel: 750m
Pet allowed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Echigo Yuzawa Station.
1. use local bus to Kiyotsukyoiriguchi.
2. walk 30 min.yes195http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/teikanen/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG023.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG023.flv.jpgTeikanenTeikanen (貞観園) is one of the best Japanese Garden located in Niigata Prefecture. This garden was built by Murayama family when they moved here in 1673. Since 1673, each lords of Murayama family spent their fortune to build this garden. The house was constructed in 1784. This large garden is fully covered with beautiful moss. The famous artist in Edo, Yosai stayed here and made many painting. This garden is registered as the national scenic beauty.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom. (Parking is located 5min. away)
The ticket office is located inside of the house. You pay the fee after enter the gate.
No Pet.
See the garden from the house.
Remove your shoes when you enter the house.
When you visit over 20 people, you must make a reservation.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 250 yen for under junior high.
There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
Closed: Monday.(When Monday is holiday, nearest weekday will be closed.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagaoka Station.
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Yasuda Station.
2. use Hokuetsu Okanomachi line bus to Teikanenmae.yes284http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sasagawa_house/2016-08-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG025.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG025.flv.jpgSasagawa HouseSasagawa House (旧笹川邸) is one of the largest farmers house located in Niigata. Sasagawa Family was very strong village mayor of this region. The main house was constructed in 1826. The entire size of this house is 618 square meters. That makes it one of the largest traditional houses remaining in Japan. There are over 35 rooms in this house. This house has the strong structure for heavy snow region, and beauty of simple architecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 300 yen for under Junior high.
There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:10)
Closed: Monday (when monday is holiday, closed on next day.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Niigata Station.
1. use Local bus to Aoyama.
2. use Local bus to Sasagawateiiriguchi.yes353http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oginoshima_kayabuki_village/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG022.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG022.flv.jpgOginoshima Kayabuki VillageOginoshima Kayabuki Village (荻ノ島かやぶきの里) is an old farm village with many traditional houses located Kashiwazaki, Niigata Prefecture. The rice farm and those traditional house offers the view of old Japanese village. There are about 20 traditional houses surrounding the rice field. Some of them are used for the hotels. If you want to see the traditional village of Japan, check out the Oginoshima Village. It has the scenery of old Japanese village.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Niigata Station.
1. use Local bus to Aoyama.
2. use Local bus to Oginoshima.yes369http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ooo_fudo_falls/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG026.flv.jpgOoo Fudo FallsOoo Fudo Falls (大尾不動滝) is waterfalls located in Aga, Niigata Prefecture. It is a about 15m tall waterfalls. It has many cubic rocks on the waterfalls that is very unique.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Use 49 from Niigata. use 227 to 228. It is located near Takigashira marsh.
yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawasaki_wind_chime_market/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL238.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL238.flv.jpgKawasakiDaishi Wind Chime MarketKawasakiDaishi Wind Chime Market is the largest wind chime market in Japan. It happens at Kawasaki Daishi Temple in the middle of July. Over 900 kinds, 30,000 wind chimes from all over Japan gathers here. You can enjoy various kinds of wind chimes. Each wind chime that has the feature of each local craft works.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
It will happen around middle of July.
The market keeps about 5days until Sunday.
Time: 10:00 to 18:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Keikyu Kawasaki Station.
1. use Keikyu Daishi Line to Kawasaki Daishi.
2. walk.yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hino_machikado_museum/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG027.flv.jpgHino Machikado MuseumHino Machikado Museum (日野まちかど感応館) is a visitor's center that use the trational house as the free resting place. It displays the Hino Drug that was one of the major products of Hino Merchant.
This house was Shono family's house. Shono was one of the founder of Hino Drug. There are a free restring place and cafe. It also sales the local products of Hino.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There are parking and restroom at the visitors center.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
Closed on: Monday.(When Monday is holiday, closed on Tuesday)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koka Station.
1. use JR Kusatsu Line to Kibugawa Station.
2. use Omi Line to Hino Station.
3. use local bus to Nishinomiya.yes153http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/omi_hino_merchant_house/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG028.flv.jpgOmi Hino Merchant HouseOmi Hino Merchant House (近江日野商人館) is a local museum located in Hino, Shiga Prefecture. It was used to be the house of Hino Merchant family, Yamanaka Hyouemon. It show the typical Hino Merchant house. Hino Merchant spent more money on the detail of the house that is not really out standing. You can see those stylish decoration of the house at this mouseum. It also displays many treasures and history of Hino Merchants.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for Adult and 120 yen under Junior.
There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
Closed on: Tueday.(When Monday is holiday, closed on Tuesday)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koka Station.
1. use JR Kusatsu Line to Kibugawa Station.
2. use Omi Line to Hino Station.
3. use local bus to Okubo.yes257http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koka_ninja_school/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG026.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG026.flv.jpgKoka Ninja SchoolKoka Ninja School (甲賀忍者道場) is one of the official Ninja School located in Koka Ninja Village, Shiga Prefecture. Koka is one of the two major and famous Ninja styles and this is the birthplace of Koka Ninaja Style. You will try 9 different techniques to be certified as the real Koka Ninja. It has climbing up stone walls, walking on the water and throwing Shriken techniques.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 1030 yen for Adult, 820 yen for Junir and High School, 730 yen for elementery, 520 yen for kids.
There is a group discount.
Time: 10:00 to 16:00 (In summer time, 9:00 to 17:00)
Rental Ninja Costume: 1030 yen for adult, 610 yen for kids per day.
<b>Access </b>
0. at Koka Station.
1. there is a free shuttle bus from Koka Station.yes221http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oginoshima_married_cedar/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG024.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG024.flv.jpgOginoshima Married CedarOginoshima Married Cedar (荻ノ島夫婦杉) is a couple of hundred years old Cedar trees located in Kashiwazaki, Niigata Prefecture. Two Cedars are married at the bottom. It is a giant Cedar Trees located in Oginoshima Matsuo Shrine. It is registered as the natural monument of the city.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Niigata Station.
1. use Local bus to Aoyama.
2. use Local bus to Oginoshima.yes100http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mtadatara/2016-08-05monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK048.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK048.flv.jpgMt.AdataraMt.Adatara (安達太良山) is one of the 100 best Japanese mountains located in Fukushima Prefecture. It is one of the most popular mountain in Tohoku. It is 1728m tall an active volcano. You can still see the volcanic activities. There is a ropeway to reach the middle way of the mountain. It has a great panorama view of Fukushima including Lake Inawashiro and Urabandai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Ropeway
Time: 8:30 to 16:30 (last ropeway to go down is 16:20)
One-way: 1000 yen for adult, 750 yen for kids.
Round Trip: 1700 yen for adult, 1300 for kids.
There is a group discount.
Pet: 550 yen for small, 850 for large size.
Be careful with the gas of volcano.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koriyama Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Nihonmatsu Station.
2. use shuttle bus to Adatarayamaokudakeyes210http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mtadatara_trekking/2016-08-05monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK049.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK049.flv.jpgMt. Adatara TrekkingMt. Adatara Trekking (安達太良山トレッキング) is one of the popular hiking in Japan. Mt. Adatara is one of 100 best Japanese mountains. This mountain is 1728m tall an active volcano located in the middle of Fukushima Prefecture. It has a great panorama view from the top of the mountain. Because there is a ropeway, it is very easy mountain to climb up. The entire trip will be about 3 to 4 hours and the tail is very easy to walk as well. It's great for the beginners.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Ropeway
Time: 8:30 to 16:30 (last ropeway to go down is 16:20)
One-way: 1000 yen for adult, 750 yen for kids.
Round Trip: 1700 yen for adult, 1300 for kids.
There is a group discount.
Pet: 550 yen for small, 850 for large size.
Be careful with the gas of volcano.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koriyama Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Nihonmatsu Station.
2. use shuttle bus to Adatarayamaokudake
yes367http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takigashira_marsh/2016-08-05monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG027.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG027.flv.jpgTakigashira MarshTakigashira Marsh (たきがしら湿原) is one of the nature spot in Niigata Prefecture. There are many seasonable flowers, birds and insects live in this marsh. Each seasons has a different scenic beauty. There are strolling road that you can walk over the marsh. You can enjoy beautiful nature. The best season to visit here will be May to November.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Free resting place and observotry.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00
Closed on Monday.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive 49 to south 227 to 228.yes206http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bandai_bridge/2016-08-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG028.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG028.flv.jpgBandai BridgeBandai Bridge (萬代橋) is one of the symbol of Niigata city. The first bridge was built as one of the first western style bridge in Japan. The current bridge is 1929 and registered as a road construction heritage of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no restroom or bathroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Niigata Station.
1. walk north (20 min.)yes109http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/numata_castle/2016-08-05monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL068.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL068.flv.jpgNumata CastleNumata Castle (沼田城) is one of the hilltop castles located in Gunma. It was constructed in 1532. It is known as the castle of Sanada Nobuyuki. There are stone walls, moat and baileys remaining here. Numata Castle was used to be the important castle to protect Kanto from North.
Therefore, Uesugi clan, Takeda clan and Hojo clan fought for the supremacy.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibukawa Station.
1. use JR Joetsu Line to Numata Station.
2. walkyes179http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagaoka_fireworks/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG029.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG029.flv.jpgNagaoka FireworksNagaoka Fireworks (長岡花火) is one of the best fireworks in Japan. It happens at August 2 and 3. There are about 20,000 fireworks light the night of Nagaoka over Shinano River. About 37 program with many star-mines and large scale firewroks. Also, Niagara Fireworks are very famous in this festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Food stand as well.
It will be hyper clouded and traffic.
There are free observertory space and paid seats.
Period: August 2 to 3.
Time: 19:00 to 21:00
<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/trip_day/nagaoka_hanabi.htm" target="_blank">Join the tour at Shiki tabi</a>
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagaoka Station.
1. walk west.yes775http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yatsugatake_horse_show/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL140.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL140.flv.jpgYatsugatake Horse ShowYatsugatake Horse Show (八ヶ岳ホースショー) is one of the best horse show happens at Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture. Yatsugatake is very famous for horse breeding. At the end of July, it has the great horse show. There are many type of horse preformance. The traditional Japanese Horse Drama performance including horse back archery and fire performance are breath taking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 15:00 to 21:00
Date: the end of July.
Paid seat: 500 yen and 300 yen. No reservation.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hokuto Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kobuchizawa Station.
2. walk (30 min.)yes515http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/trekking_at_mt_echizen/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI124.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI124.flv.jpgTrekking at Mt. EchizenMt. Echizen (越前岳) is one of the mountains of Mt. Ashitaka. It is a very popular hiking spot that has a great view of Mt. Fuji. Mt. Echizen is 1504m tall that makes it the tallest mountains of Mt. Ashitaka. The trekking route of Mt. Echizen takes about 4 hours round trip. There are many benches for break time and trail is very easy to walk.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
It will takes 2 hours to reach the top of the mountain.
<b>Access </b>
Need a car.
From Tome Express way Fuji exit to north east (10km).
On route 469. yes297http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yatsugatake_fireworks/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL141.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL141.flv.jpgYatsugatake FireworksYatsugatake Fireworks(八ヶ岳ホースショー花火) is one of the main events of Yatsugatake Horse Show. It happens in the end of July at Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture. There are about 1500 fireworks fire at the night of Hokuto. It is the finale of the horse show. There are star-mine firewroks, large scale fireworks and Niagara Firewroks.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 20:30
Date: the end of July.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hokuto Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kobuchizawa Station.
2. walk (30 min.)yes275http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akeno_blueberry_farm/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL142.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL142.flv.jpgAkeno Blueberry FarmAkeno Blueberry Farm (明野ブルーベリー畑) offers the great blueberry picking located in Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture. Akeno has the longest hours of sunshine in Japan that creats the best blueberry. You can try blueberry picking here. At this farm, you can buy all kinds of blueberry products, especially blueberry ice cream is excellent. Also, around the farm, Sunflowers are blooming at the same season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 1000 yen for adult. 300 yen for kids (only eat free at the farm.)
This includes the free take home bage with worth of 200g of blueberry.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
Period: from the end of Jun. to begining of Aug.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nirasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Haijinomura (30 min.)yes123http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akeno_sunflower_festival/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL139.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL139.flv.jpgAkeno Sunflower FestivalAkeno Sunflower Festival (明野ひまわり祭り) is one of the best sunflower festival in Japan. Akeno has the longest sunshine time in Japan that makes beautiful sunflowers. There are about 600,000 Sunflowers blooms from the end of July to middle of August. In this festival, there are food stands and dance performance.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Season: From the end of July to middle of August.
There is parking and restroom.
Parking: 500 YEN
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nirasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Akenotsumitorien, misawa winery or Chigatake.yes137http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nanukamachi/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK050.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK050.flv.jpgNanukamachiNanukamachi (七日町) is a street with many traditional houses located in Aizu-Wakamatsu, Fukushima Prefecture. It has a view of Taisho era. Nanukamachi street was used to be the entrance of Aizu five road. Therefore, many traditional houses that are still used as restaurants, gift shops and other stores. It is very popular tourist spot in Aizu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizu Wakamatsu.
1. use JR Tadami Line to Nanukamachi.yes336http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tenjinhama_auto_camp_site/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK051.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK051.flv.jpgTenjinhama Auto Camp SiteTenjinhama Auto Camp Site (天神浜オートキャンプ場) is a lakeside camp site located by Lake Inawashiro, Fukushima Prefecture. Because it is located by the lake, it is very cool even in summer. Many people who love water activities use this camp site because they can play at the lake right away. This camp site also let Jet mobile as well. It has an auto camp site and cabins. It has also beautiful view of Mt. Bandai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Tent: 1000 yen per tent.
Admission: 1000 yen per person.
Automobile: 1000 yen per Automobile.
BBQ: 500 yen.
Parking: 500 yen for car. 2000 yen for RV.
Shower: coin shower 24 hr. 200 Yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use Banetsunishi Line to Kawageta Station.
2. walk.yes161http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/k4gp_in_fuji_speedway/2016-08-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI125.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI125.flv.jpgK4GP in Fuji SpeedwayK4GP in Fuji Speedway is one of the great unofficial race event happens at Fuji Speedway in the middle of August. K4GP is the endurance race of Light displacement car (K-class: Under 660cc). There are 2 type of race: 500km 5 hrs. and 1000km 10 hrs. There are 5 different grade for act race. Over 120 cars enters every year. Japanese small cars drive so fast at back straight. That's amazing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 1000 yen.
Date: 500km race held in the first day, and 1000km in the 2nd day.
Time: 8:00 to 18:00 for 1000km.
You can enter the observatory to see this race.
In the middle of August and Feburary.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numazu Station.
1. use JR Gotenba Line to Gotenba Station.
2. use Fujikyu Bus to Fuji Speedway.yes1200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamikochi_highland/2016-08-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL150.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL150.flv.jpgKamikochi HighlandKamikochi Highland (上高地) is one of the most popular tourist spots and nature spots in Japan. It is located in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture. It is considered as one of the best scenic beauty spots in Japan and registered as Special National Scenic Beauty and Special Natural Monument of Japan. There are many hiking trails and very easy to walk because it is very flat trail. You can enjoy great forest, pure water and ponds and breathtaking views of surrounding Mountains. From Kappabashi Bridge, you can have a great view of Hodaka Mountains.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom. (100 yen)
You cannot access by your car.
There are many hotels, restaurants and gift shops.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use Alpiko Line Kamikochi Line to Shinshimashima Station.
2. Shuttle bus to Bus Terminal.
<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/trip_day/kamikochi2.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Shiki Tour</a>yes394http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamikochi_hiking/2016-08-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL151.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL151.flv.jpgKamikochi HikingKamikochi(上高地) is one of the best and most popular hiking spots in Japan. It is located in Nagano prefecture. It has a beautiful nature surrouned by beautiful forests, pure water and powerful montains. The entire site are all flat and very easy to walk. It will take 2 to 6 hours of walking. The altitude of Kamikochi is 1500m above the sea level.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom. (100 yen)
You cannot access by your car.
There are many hotels, restaurants and gift shops.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use Alpiko Line Kamikochi Line to Shinshimashima Station.
2. Shuttle bus to Bus Terminal.yes558http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/saitama_city_fireworks/2016-08-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL090.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL090.flv.jpgSaitama City FireworksSaitama City Fireworks happens at the middle of August in Saitama City. It held at Omaki Park. There are about 5000 fireworks. There are many beautiful Star-mine fireworks.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
Time: 19:30 to 20:30
Date: the middle of August.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Minamiurawa Station.
2. use JR Musashino Line to Higashi Urawa.
3. walk south.yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/taisyo_pond/2016-08-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL148.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL148.flv.jpgTaisyo PondTaisyo Pond (大正池) is one of the main feature of Kamikochi, Nagano Pref. It is registered as Special National Scenic Beauty and Special Natural Monument of Japan. It was created by the eruption of Mt. Yake in 1915. The ash and rocks from the mountain stoped Azusa River and created this pond. It is very quite pond that mirrors the mountains of Kamikochi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom.
You cannot access by your car.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use Alpiko Line Kamikochi Line to Shinshimashima Station.
2. Shuttle bus to Taishoike.yes213http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/myojin_pond/2016-08-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL149.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL149.flv.jpgMyojin PondMyojin Pond (明神池) is the sacred pond of Kamikochi, Nagano Pref. There is the upper shrine shrine of Hodaka Shrine. There are two ponds that has views of natural Japanese gardens. Mt. Myojin is located right next to the ponds. It has a very strong view of mountain and quiet ponds. It is highly respected by the poeple of Matsumoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom.
You cannot access by your car.
Admission: 300 yen for adult. 100 yen for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use Alpiko Line Kamikochi Line to Shinshimashima Station.
2. Shuttle bus to Bus Terminal.yes121http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fruits_farm_hagihara/2016-09-02monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL143.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL143.flv.jpgFruits Farm HagiharaFruits Farm Hagihara (萩原フルーツ農園フルーツ狩り) offers great fruits picking. It is located in Yamanashi City. You can enjoy Cherry picking in June, Peach picking from early July to early August, and Grape picking from early August to the end of September. You can enjoy fresh fruts and also you can buy them as well. It has also a great view of Yamanashi area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Business Hour: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
Time for picking: 40 min.
You can enjoy even under rain.
<b>Cherry Picking</b>
Admission: 2100 yen for adult, 1050 yen for kids. Free for Under school.
Season: June.
You have to eat all cherries at the farm. You cannot take them out of the farm.
<b>Peach Picking</b>
Admission: one peach for 300 to 400 yen.
Season: From early July to early August.
or 40 min. all-you-can-eat
Admission: 1300 yen for adult, 650 yen for kids, free for under school.
This is not picking. You will eat at the terrace.
Season: From early July to early August.
<b>Grape Picking</b>
Admission: 1kg for 1500 to 2000 yen.
Season: From Early August to late September.
or 40 min. all-you-can-eat
Admission: 1300 yen for adult, 650 yen for kids, free for under school.
You will eat all at the farm or brign them at the terrace. You cannot bring the grape from the farm if you eat at the farm. If you eat at the terrace, the shop will bring your grapes.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive to Fruits park then there are sign.yes208http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/canoe_at_lake_sai/2016-09-02monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL144.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL144.flv.jpgCanoe at Lake SaiCanoe at Lake Sai (西湖カヌー体験) is one of the great activities around Mt. Fuji. Lake Sai is one of Fuji Five Lakes surrounding Mt. Fuji and Lake Sai is the beautiful lake with lots of nature and mountains. The lake is very quiet and you can enjoy very peaceful moment. Because it is surrounded by mountains, the water is very quiet.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
(It is kayaking)
There are parking and restroom.
There two courses, half-day and full-day.
To make a reservation at:
<a href="mailto:info@pelan-pelan.jp">info@pelan-pelan.jp</a>
Phone:080-9502-4417
Time:9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local Bus to Fugaku Fuketsu.
2. walk east
yes336http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/trekking_at_mtkushigata/2016-09-07monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL145.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL145.flv.jpgTrekking at Mt.KushigataTrekking at Mt.Kushigata (櫛形山トレッキング) offers a beautiful walking under the breathtaking forest. Mt. Kushigata is 2,052m tall and it will take about 5 hours for round trip. At the forest, there are over 300 years old Japanese Larch, Fir and Tsuga diversifolia. Also, mountain flowers are so beautiful here. There is a new hiking trail that is very easy to walk for the beginners.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
It will takes about 5 hours for round trip.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit.
Route 140 to 413 west to Mt. Kushigata.yes558http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/japanese_sweets_tea_making/2016-09-07monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL147.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL147.flv.jpgJapanese Sweets & Tea MakingJapanese Sweets & Tea Making (和菓子作り&茶道体験) is a great experiencing offers by Yamanshi City at Nezu Memorial Museum. The professional cook of Japanese Sweets will introduce how to cook Japanese sweets, and the local highschool students will introduce the traditional tea ceremony. Nezu museum is the beautiful traditional house with beautiful garden. That has also a classic tea room and you can experience the traditional tea ceremony.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Ask MLJ to make a reservation:
<a href="mailto:info@mustlovejapan.com" target="_blank">Contact us</a>
<b>Access</b>
0. at Enzan Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line Kasugaimachi Station.
2. walk north.yes425http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mtkushigata/2016-09-07monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL146.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL146.flv.jpgMt.KushigataMt.Kushigata (櫛形山) is one of the 200 best Japanese mountain located in Yamanashi. It is 2,052m tall mountain that has a beautiful forest on the top of the mountain. Therefore, you can enjoy beautiful hiking under the peaceful forest, especially the giant old trees are so mysterious. There are many points where you can enjoy mountain flowers. There are some view points that have great views of Mt. Fuji and Mt. Kitadake that are the highest and 2nd highest mountain in Japan. There are many hiking trails for the intermediate persons.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Take 5 hours round trip.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit.
Route 140 to 413 west to Mt. Kushigata.yes248http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiking_at_kirigamine/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL152.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL152.flv.jpgHiking at KirigamineKirigamine (霧ケ峰) is very popular hiking spots. It is the beautiful highland located in the middle of Nagano Prefecture. The entire route is about 4 hours and very easy for beginners. It has a great Panorama view of all Nagano area including Mt. Fuji. The sky is very open and it has many beuatiful mountain flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station
1. use JR Shinanoi Line to Shiojiri Station.
2. use JR Chuo Line to Kamisuwa Station.
3. use Local Bus to Kurumayamakata (30 min.)
yes518http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiking_at_mtfutago/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL156.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL156.flv.jpgHiking at Mt. FutagoMt. Futago (双子山) is one of the popular hiking spots located in Nagano Prefecture. This mountain has 3 different beautiful aspects. On the top of Mt. Futago, it has great panorama view and open field. You can see Mt. Tateshina. It is very easy hiking course for the beginners.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive route 152 to Lake Shirakaba. Change to route 40 to Shirakaba Ski resort.
Change to Ogahara Mountain Pass.
yes591http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/funatsu_lava_cave_of_tree/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL148.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL148.flv.jpgFunatsu Lava Cave of TreeFunatsu Lava Cave of Tree (船津胎内樹型) is one of contents of Fuji's the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
This cave was made by the lava flow from Mt. Fuji about 1000 years ago. When the lava flow over the forest, the trees burned down but the its shape remained in the lava. Because the inside of this cave looks like the inside of the human body, this cave is call the in body cave. The wall of this cave looks like the ribs. So, it's called rib shaped lava and its ceiling looks like human's organ. There is a chamber enshrines Konohanasakuya, the goddess of Mt. Fuji. The chamber represents the womb of mother. So, going through this chamber means purified and reborn your body.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen for adult, 100 Yen Under Junior.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
Closed: Monday except June to August.
Be careful, because it is very narrow cave. You have to wear light clothing and sneakers that are okey to get wet and dirty.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fujisan Station.
1. use local bus to Kankyokagakukenkyujo iriguchi.
2. walk westyes384http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mtkirigamine/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL153.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL153.flv.jpgMt. KirigamineMt. Kirigamine is very beautiful highland located in the middle of Nagano Prefecture. The available height is about 1800m from the sea level. It has a great panorama view of all Nagano prefecture including Mt. Fuji. There are many hiking trail for beginners. It is takes about 4 hours round trip.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station
1. use JR Shinanoi Line to Shiojiri Station.
2. use JR Chuo Line to Kamisuwa Station.
3. use Local Bus to Kurumayamakata (30 min.)yes271http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_futago/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL157.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL157.flv.jpgMt. FutagoMt. Futago (双子山) is one of the popular mountain located in Nagano. It is a part of Yatsugatake mountain with beautiful forests and ponds, especially the forest of moss are so mysterious and breathtaking. It is 2,224m tall. It is very easy hiking course and popular for beginner hikers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive route 152 to Lake Shirakaba. Change to route 40 to Shirakaba Ski resort.
Change to Ogahara Mountain Pass.yes223http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_shirakaba/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL154.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL154.flv.jpgLake ShirakabaLake Shirakaba (白樺湖) is a beautiful lake located Tateshina Highland, Nagano Pref. It is an artificial lake with beautiful Shirakaba Trees. There are many water activities and fishing you can enjoy. The altitude is 1,416m above the sea level.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station
1. use JR Shinanoi Line to Shiojiri Station.
2. use JR Chuo Line to Chino Station.
3. use Local Bus to Shirakabako (50 min.)yes244http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/futago_ponds/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL158.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL158.flv.jpgFutago PondsFutago Ponds (双子池) are main feature of Mt. Futago trekking. There are two ponds, the mail pond and the female pond. Because the water is so pure and quiet, it mirrors the mountains and forest around.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
There is a rest house and camp site.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive route 152 to Lake Shirakaba. Change to route 40 to Shirakaba Ski resort.
Change to Ogahara Mountain Pass.yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/teishoji_temple/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL159.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL159.flv.jpgTeishoji TempleTeishoji temple (貞祥寺) is one of Soto Buddhism Temple located in Saku, Nagano prefecture. It was established in 1521 and one of the old temples in Nagano. It has a beautiful moss garden and road leading to the main hall.
Also, the gates are very old and 3 stories pagoda is so beautiful. Teishoji is a very famous Zen temple in the world.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Note: It is the religious facility. It's Not the tourist spot. So, be quiet and keep in the good manner.
At the 1st and 3rd Sunday, there is Zazen practice.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakudaira Station.
1. use JR Yatsugatake Kogen Line to Nakagomi Station.
2. walk west.yes444http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tatsuoka_castle/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL161.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL161.flv.jpgTatsuoka Castle PentagonTatsuoka Castle (龍岡城五稜郭) is one of only two pentagon Castles located in Nagano. It was constructed in 1867 by Matsudaira Norikata. It is registered as the national historic site. The entire pentagon structure and moat are preserved in great condition.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakudaira Station.
1. use JR Yatsugatake Kogen Line to Usuda Station.
2. walk eastyes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/saku_toson_house/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL160.mp4http://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL160.flv.jpgSaku Shimazaki Toson HouseSaku Shimazaki Toson House (佐久島崎藤村旧宅) is one of the traditional houses located in Saku, Nagano Prefecture. It is located at the entrance of Teishoji Temple. Shimazaki Toson is a very famous writer in Meiji to Showa era. He stayed this house 6 years right after he married from 1899 to 1905. It has 4 rooms and 2 ground rooms.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Note: It is the religious facility. It's Not the tourist spot. So, be quiet and keep in the good manner.
At the 1st and 3rd Sunday, there is Zazen practice.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakudaira Station.
1. use JR Yatsugatake Kogen Line to Nakagomi Station.
2. walk west.yes94http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_metro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow To MetroOne of the greatest transportation system and the most complicated transportation is Tokyo Metro.
Here we General instruction of How to use Metro. We demonstrate move from Harajuku to Ginza.
Step one: how to figure out the fee.
Step two: how to change the line following with top direction sign.
Please check out the <a href="http://www.tokyometro.jp/rosen/rosenzu/pdf/rosen_eng.pdf" target="_blank">Tokyo subway Route Map (English)</a>yes163http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ginza_sum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGinza SummarizedGinza (銀座), place for adult. It has everything grown up ever want. Any bland you name it, it's here. The First apple store is in Ginza. If you want to eat good food, and willing to pay extra, come Ginza and eat Ginza. There is Mitsukoshi which is the one of the most exclusive store in Japan. If you want to see Japan with taste and class come visit Ginza.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Ginza is a district of Chuo Ward, Tokyo, located south of Yaesu and Kyobashi, west of Tsukiji, east of Yurakucho and Uchisaiwaicho, and north of Shinbashi. It is known as an upmarket area of Tokyo with many department stores, boutiques, restaurants and coffeehouses.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Marunouchi line (metro) to Ginza Station. (3 minute)yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaminarimon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKaminari monKaminarimon (雷門) is the entrance of Nakamise shopping strip and gate for Senso Temple. In Nakamise strip, there are over 200 stores and you can buy any kinds of Japanese souvenirs. There are many visitors from all over Japan and all over the world.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Asakusa (浅草) is the part of Tokyo most famous for the Sensoji, a Buddhist temple dedicated to the bodhisattva Kannon. There is also an above-average density of temples in nishi-(west)-Asakusa.
Asakusa is central to the area colloquially referred to as shitamachi (not an official designation), which literally means "low city," referring to the low elevation of this old part of Tokyo, on the banks of the Sumida River. As the name suggests, the area has a less frenetic and more traditionally Japanese atmosphere than some other neighbourhoods of Tokyo.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Yamanote line (JR) to Kanda Station. (2 minutes)
2. use Ginza line (Metro) to Asakusa Station. (10 minutes)
3. walk north west (4 minutes)yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ameyoko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAmeyoko (Ameya Yokocho)Ameyoko (アメ横) is the one of the most famous shopping street in Japan. Know for bargain sale. Consider it like Japanese Tijuana. There are many fish stores. All of fishes are very fresh and low price because the biggest fish market Tuskiji is very near by. For example, there are Tuna bricks for $20.00. Tuna bowl is the famous food for Ameryoko. There is also famous Ameyoko yaki which is Japanese style pan cake for $2.00. There are nuts, dry food, fruits, cookies etc… Not just food, there are wears, shoes, or belt. In Ameyoko, all stores are competing against others, so you might able to find great products with reasonable price.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Yamanote line (JR) to Ueno Station. (7 minutes)
2. walk south (1 minute)yes145http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akiba_sum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAkihabara SummarizedAkihabara (秋葉原) is the world famous spot, also known as AKIBA. This place has everything for some people. On Sunday, there is no car in the main street; it is for pedestrian only. Akihabara is very interesting place. No other place in the world like Akihabara. Akihabara has everything, Comic, animation, game, cartoon, and computers, cameras, and everything else. There is very interesting movement happening right now, it called Maid fashion. Girls wear the costume like maid and treat the costumers as the owner. This movement is now taking over all Akihabara. Yodobashi store in Akihabara is even bigger than Fly's electronics.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Akihabara is best-known as one of the largest shopping areas on Earth for electronic, computer, anime, and otaku goods, including new and used items.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Yamanote line (JR) to Akihabara Station. (4 minutes)
2. walk north (1 minute)yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lk_yamanaka_sum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLk.Yamanaka SummarizedLake Yamanaka (山中湖, yamanakako) is the one of the most famous lakes in Japan, because you can see beautiful Mt.Fuji. Lake Yamanaka is the one of the five lakes around Mt.Fuji. In Lake Yamanaka, you can do any kind of marine sports. Air is so fresh and water is so pure, that's why every thing taste so good. Lake Yamanaka is preserved as a national park, that's why there are many beautiful natures. When you drive around Mt.Fuji, you can get great view point of Mt. Fuji every where. The transportation of Lake Yamanaka is actually very convenient. Some people have house around here and work at Tokyo. There are many restaurants, even Denney's are here. It maybe tastes different. You can also enjoy, horse riding, hot spa, and boat riding. Lake Yamanaka and Mt.Fuji, just see and feel it.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. take Fujikyuko to Fujiyoshida (4 min.)
2. take local bus to Lake Yamanakako (30 min.)yes170http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_ueno/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Ueno ParkThis is Ueno Park (上野公園, uenokouen).If you wanna do a Hanami with elegance, come here. This is the best place.
This is Hanami; it's a party under the sakura, it's Japanese tradition. And you may wonder; why some people are sitting alone. What they are doing? They are called "placeholder." Their duty is to keep the place until the party begins.
<b>Tourist Info:</b> Ueno Park (上野公園 Ueno Kōen) is a spacious public park located in the Ueno section of Taito-ku, Tokyo, Japan. It occupies the site of the former Kan'eiji, a temple closely associated with the Tokugawa shoguns, who had built the temple to guard Edo Castle against the northeast. The temple was destroyed during the Boshin War.
<b>Access:</b> 2 minutes walk from Ueno Station (7 minutes ride using JR Yamanote line from Tokyo Station)yes114http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shibuya_sum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShibuya SummarizedShibuya (渋谷) is the town of youth. Everything hip gathers. If you want to check out Japanese young people visit Shibuya. The town is the most fashionable people come especially between late teens and early twenties. Shibuya 109 is the building in which thousands of famous fashion stores are located. The name 109 is becoming the bland. Young people come here to study each others, check out each others and improve each others. That's why Shibuya has been the fashion leader for more than 20 years. Those stores are not only fashionable, but also reasonable, too. When you come to Shibuya, you will find out Japanese young generation is like.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
As of 2005, Shibuya had an estimated population of 195,877 and a density of 12,960 persons per km2. The total area is 15.11 km2.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Yamanote line (JR) to Shibuya Station. (24 minutes)
2. walk west (1 minute)yes137http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/omotesando_sum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOmotesando SummarizedOmotesando (表参道) is the strip for the Meiji Shrine. However, forget about the shrine, it's a great place for shopping. In Omotesando, you can spend whole day for shopping, and many people do. When you get tired, don't worry, there are so many coffee shops everywhere, so you can do window shop and rest forever.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Omotesand? is an avenue, subway station and neighbourhood in Tokyo stretching from Harajuku station, the foot of the famous Takeshita Street, to Aoyama-dori where Omotesand? station can be found. Zelkova trees line both sides of the avenue. Around 100,000 cars drive down the main street daily which serves as the main approach to Meiji Shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Marunouchi line (metro) to Akasaka-mitsuke Station. (9 minutes)
2. use Ginza line (metro) to Omote-sando Station. (5 minutes)
3. walk north (1 minute)yes163http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sugamo_sum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSugamo Jizo StripJizo shopping street (巣鴨地蔵通り商店街,sugamojizodorisyoutengai) is chosen the most popular shopping street 2006 in Japan. There are over 200 stores. There are a famous Jizo senbei(rice crackers). This shopping street is the favorite street especially for seniors. You can try many Japanese food and snacks. Oobanyaki is the coin look like pancake. Be careful in side of the chocolate is very hot. If you think Shibuya is too stylish, Visit here. This is the real Japan. The street is about half mile long.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Sugamo is a neighborhood in Toshima, Tokyo, Japan. It is well known for Jiz?-d?ri, a popular shopping street for the older generation. It lies at the crossing point of the JR Yamanote railway line, and national road route Route 17.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Yamanote line (JR) to Sugamo Station. (19 minutes)
2. walk north west (5 minute)yes147http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nippori_sum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNippori walking aroundNippori (日暮里) Let see what we are going to find. You will never know what you will find in this video. There is Japanese style motel. There is Japanese cemetery. Japanese family shares one thumb because it is dedicated the whole family line. Nippori has also Yanaka Ginza. Not like the other Ginza, it very classical kind of shopping street. There is Chonmage imo, which is a cookie made by sweet potato and black beans. It has the shape is the same shape of hair style of Smo wrestler or samurai. There are so many Japanese classical houses.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Nippori literally means "place where the sun set," named in 18th century, because in this amazing city, once you started playng, whole day just went by.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Yamanote line (JR) to Nippori Station. (11 minutes)
2. walk west (1 minute)yes185http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyosumi_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Kiyosumi ParkThis is Kiyosumi Park (清澄公園, kiyosumikouen). If you wanna do hanami as a family activity, this is the place.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Kiyosumi Park is a small park, equipped with artificial river, artificial pond, some playground-field, and athletic facility. There are several sakura trees in the park. There are not many sakura trees, so naturally there not many people in the park in sakura season; the fact that you can enjoy sakura without not too many people can be attractive to some.
Next to this park is "Kiyosumi-Teien," which is famous large park.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Marunouchi line (metro) to Ootemachi Station. (1 minute)
2. use Tozai line (metro) to Monzen-nakamachi Station. (6 minites)
3. walk north (15 minutes)yes33http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukagawa_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at FukagawaThis is Fukagawa river (深川). If you want to see sakura without crowd or noise, this is the place.
<b>Tourist info: </b> Fukagawa is located in the Koto ward, Tokyo. Inside Fukagawa is a very famous Buddhism temple "Fukagawa Fudo-son." Many Japanese and foreigners visit the temple.
Fukagawa literally means "deep river," which is not exactly true for this river. Alongside of the river, there are many sakuras planted.
<b>Access: </b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Marunouchi line (metro) to Ootemachi Station. (1 minute)
2. use Tozai line (metro) to Monzen-nakamachi Station. (6 minites)
3. walk north (10 minutes)yes66http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chidorigafuchi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at ChidorigafuchiThis is a Chidorigafuchi (千鳥が淵). It's conveniently located at the center of Tokyo; right next to the imperial palace.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Chidorigafuchi is a very popular hanami spot. It’s a moat around the Imperial palace, and Alongside of it are so many sakura trees. Along the moat, there are parks, streets, and passes, so you can enjoy sakura blossoms from anywhere you like.
No alcohol permitted.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Marunouchi line (metro) to Ootemachi Station. (1 minute)
2. use Hanzomon line (metro) to Hanzomon Station. (7 minites)
3. walk north-east (5 minutes)yes77http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otonashi_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Otonashi ParkThis is Otonashi park (音無公園, otonashikouen). There is an artificial river in the park, and it's very relaxing.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Otonashi Park (Otonashi-Shinsui-Park) is right next to Ouji Station. There was a Otonashi-river in this region in the past. The river and the bank of the river were well known for the beautiful sight. Today, the river flows in different region, but people tried to keep the sight; thus created the Otonashi Park.
The name Otonashi-Shinsui-Park literally means "Otonashi Warter Friendly park." As the name suggest, the artificial river through the park is the most famous attraction; in the summer time, children are playing around in the river.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Keihin-tohoku line (JR) to Oji Station. (18 minute)
2. walk north-west (2 minutes)yes45http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/harimazaka_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at HarimazakaThis is Bunkyo Hanami festival (文京さくら祭り, bunkyosakuramatsuri). If you want to do hanami in street style, this is the place.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Harimazaka, or Harimazaka Sakura Namiki, is a street in Bunkyo ward. many sakura trees are planted in the Center and both sides of this street.
In the season of hanami, people come together packed lunch with mat and packed lunch packed lunch, make party and enjoy flower.
The sakura trees are well visible from the car in the street. In the season, you can also enjoy drive-through hanami.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Marunouchi line (metro) to Myogadani Station. (11 minute)
2. walk east (8 minutes)yes64http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asukayama_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Asukayama parkAsukayama park (飛鳥山公園, asukayamakouen) is very authentic hanami spot.
Asukayama Park, also known as Oji Park (王子公園, ojikouen), is located at the Kita-ward of Tokyo. It’s famous for sakura trees. The park was created by Edo-era Shogun Yoshimune in early 18th centery. The purpose of the park was just to be a good hanami spot.
Later, in 1873, the park was designated to be one of the first parks in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Aside sakura, there are many ericaceae and hydrangea in the park, too.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Keihin-tohoku line (JR) to Oji Station. (18 minute)
2. walk south (6 minutes)yes93http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inokashira_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Inokashira parkThis is Inokashira park (井の頭公園, inokashirakouen). You can enjoy hanami at night, and that's true hanami. It's very energetic.
<b>Tourist Info: </b>
Inokashira Park is a park located in the cities of Musashino and Mitaka in Tokyo, Japan.
Inokashira pond and the Kanda water supply, which were established during the Edo period, were the primary sources of the Kanda water supply. The pond is the source of the Kanda River.
This area of land was given to Tokyo City at the time of Emperor Taish? in 1913. The park later opened under the name Inokashira Onshi K?en on May 1, 1918, which can be translated as, "Inokashira Imperial Gift Park." Thus, the park was considered a gift from the Japanese emperor to the general public.
<b>Access</b>
0. From Tokyo station.
1. use Chuo line (JR) to Kichijoji Station. (27 minute)
3. walk south (2 minutes)yes91http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hitsujiyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSibaSakura in the Hitsujiyama parkHitsujiyama Park (羊山公園, Hitsujiyamakouen) has the hill of Siba-Sakura. This hill is covered various kinds of Siba-Sakura, and those colors form unique textures which represent Japanese festival. Many people bring their own lunch and enjoy pick-nick here in flowers.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Hitsujiyama park is the flower hill covered by Phlox Subulata L, called Shiba Sakura in Japanese. Because the shape of the flower is look like Cherry blossom, it called grass sakura. There are 8 kinds of colors, every year they create the unique texture.
Fee:300 yen for adult.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya St.
1. use JR Saikyo Line to Kawagoe St. (18 min.)
2. use JR Kawagoe Line to Higashihano St. (37 min.)
3. use Seibu Ikebukuro Line to Seibuchichibu St. (58 min.)
4. walk south east (15 min.)yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuji_koyodai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt Fuji from KoyodaiKoyodai (紅葉台) is the best spot of Mt. Fuji located at the small mountain north of Mt. Fuji. There is a 360 degree panorama view tower which you can see Mt. Fuji, Fuji Forest, and all of Fuji Five Lakes. In autumn, entire Fuji Forest become a great autumn colors. Koyodai was chosen the best 150 spot of autumn colors in Japan. You can drive up to the view tower, but its a great mountain for hiking.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. Use local bus to Koyo-dai (30 min.)
2. walk toward the north hill (45 min.)yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lk_shoji_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake Shoji SummarizedLake Shoji (精進湖) is the one of the five lakes around Mt. Fuji, it is the smallest lake. Lake Shoji is literary means lake for cleaning your body. People used to come here wash their body to prepare themselves to climb up the Mt. Fuji. In Lake Shoji, you can enjoy very peaceful and quiet retreat.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Lake Shoji has great characters for all season. You can enjoy sight seeing any time. The View of Lake Shoji is introduced "Asian Switzerland" as the great summer vacation place in the world. You can enjoy boat riding and canoeing. Also, it's great place for fishing.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. Use local bus to Shojiko (35 min.)yes92http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lk_motosu_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSummary of Lake MotosuLake Motosu (本栖湖, Motosuko) is the one of the five lakes around Mt.Fuji. It's the clearest and the deepest lake of all of five. Lake Motosu is very popular spot for wind-surfing. In the back of Mt.Fuji is printed Mt. Fuji. And That Mt.Fuji is Mt.Fuji from Lake Motosu.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Lake Motosu has great hotels and learning centers because the view of Mt.Fuji is beautiful. Also, there are many camping spots and other leisure places. Fishing, Scuba diving, yacht and wind surfing is the major sports in Lake Motosu. In autumn, you can enjoy colored leaves.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. Use local bus to Motosuko (40 min.)yes94http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_fuji_5th/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Middle point of Mt FujiThe 5th Station of Mt. Fuji (富士五合目, fuji gogome) is the halfway to the top. Mt. Fuji is the highest Mountain in Japan and most beautiful mountain in the world, and also easiest to climb because you can drive up until here. There are many tourists coming from all over the world. It Middle of May, there is still snow. It's very cold. From the 5th station, you can watch all Fuji 5 lakes: Lake Yamanaka, Lake Kawaguchi, Lake Sai, Lake Shoji and Lake Motosu.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
The 5th station of Mt. Fuji is the departure point for climbing up the top of Mt.Fuji. There are restaurants and gift shops.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. Use local bus to 5th Station (50 min.)yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lk_sai_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake Sai SummarizedLake Sai (西湖, Saiko) is the one of the five lakes around Mt.Fuji, and it's the second smallest lake. This lake is very small compare to the other lakes, that's why not many people come around here, and that's why it's so quiet. West side of Lake Sai lays Fuji forest. Fuji forest is the deepest forest in Japan. Once you get in, you never get out. That's why many people commit suicide.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Because Lake Sai is the favorite place for summer camps and training, many hotels have various kinds of facilities such as tennis coat, music hole, gymnasium. There are also many exciting caves.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. Use local bus to Saiko (30 min.)yes91http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lk_kawaguchi_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake Kawaguchi SummarizedLake Kawaguchi (河口湖, kawaguchiko) is the one of the five lakes around Mt. Fuji. It is the second biggest lakes, and it has longest shore line. A lot of family activities take place in Lake Kawaguchi. Lake Kawaguchi is the famous destination for family trip, so there many hotels around.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Lake Kawaguchiko is the most famous of the five lakes for vacation. A large number of hotels line its banks, as do locals providing boat rides to the tourists. Also, there is one of the most famous amusement parks, Fujikyu Highland which is featuring one of the world's highest roller coasters. Many local cultural events are run near this lake throughout the year. Especially, Kawaguchiko firework is the major even for the summer.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. walk north (10 min.)yes173http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinjuku_skyscraper/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShinjuku SkyscraperShinjuku (新宿) is the 2nd downtown Tokyo which has some of the tallest buildings in Japan. If you like skyscrapers, check out the Shinjuku buildings.
<b>Tourist info: </b>
2nd downtown Tokyo is located Westside of Shinjuku Station. There is Tokyo Metropolitan Government and its building. The skyscrapers are Japanese version of Manhattan, New York. On the weekday, it is very crowded with a full of business people, but on the weekend, it is very quiet. 2nd downtown Tokyo is a giant artificial forest of building.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Chuoline (JR) to Shinjuku (13 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)yes100http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zenpukuji_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfZenpukuji parkZempukuji Park (善福寺公園, zenpukujikouen) has two ponds. In these ponds, there are many water plants and flowers, and many many lotus. A lot of creatures including various kinds of wild birds live in this park. Zempukuji park is too nature packed to be in Tokyo. The ponds in the park were two of the major water supply for Tokyo in the past. These ponds were dig by Yoritomo who was the first Shogun to start a government. There is a shrine to which people used to pray for rain.
You can enjoy riding boats, and enjoy BBQ in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many play equipments like swing and slide. Zempukuji Park is the nice place for family activities. You can watch interesting wild birds.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Chuo line (JR) to Ogikubo(24 min.)
2. use Sobu line(JR) to Nishiogikubo(3 min.)
3. walk north west (15 min.)yes189http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/myoshoji_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMyoshoji ParkMyoshoji Park (妙正寺公園, myoshojikouen) has a pond and a fountain. In this park, you can watch a lot of wild birds. (Don't feed the birds, there are already too many of them.) It is a nice park to bring the kids.
<b>Tourist info: </b>
There are nice fountains. It has a wide play ground and play equipments like swings and slides.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Chuo line (JR) to Ogikubo(24 min.)
2. walk north (15 min.)yes98http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/musashiseki_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMusashiseki ParkMusashiseki Park (武蔵関公園, musashisekikouen) is the 100 years old park. Park is formed around a Musashiseki pond. Many wild birds live and nest in the park. There are two islands in the pond: Ashino-shima and Matsuno-shima. These islands offer good nests for the wild birds in the whole Tokyo area. You can enjoy ridding a boat in this pond. There are one hundred species of trees in this park.
<b>Tourist info: </b>
You can enjoy fishing and bird watching. There are some spots where you can play with water. Ridding boat costs very low. Because there are many kinds of trees, this park shows many characteristics for each season.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Chuo line (JR) to Shinjuku(15 min.)
2. use Yamanote line(JR) to Takadanobaba(5 min.)
3. use Seibu Shinjuku line(JR) to Higashifushimi(31 min.)
4. walk south east (2 min.)yes156http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/summary_shinagawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShinagawa SummarizedShinagawa Station (品川駅) is the first railway station in Japan, and still one of the major terminal stations. Shinkansen (bullet train) stops at Shinagawa St. And Shinagawa St. is very close to Haneda Airport. That's why many people use this Station. Shinagawa is also a major business district. Shinagawa is the first stop for foreign business people. So, there are many hotels here.
<b>Tourist info: </b>
Shinagawa is the first major station south of Tokyo Station. It is known as the southern gateway to Tokyo. Despite its name, it is not located in Shinagawa Ward but just to the north in Minato Ward.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Yamanote (JR) to Shinagawa (11 min.)yes98http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinagawa_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShinagawa ParkShinagawa Kumin Park (品川区民公園, shinagawakuminkouen) is a one of the biggest parks in Shinagawa ward. There is a pond and this pond water come directly from Tokyo bay. Water, sand and pine-trees: the scenery of this pond mimics the Shinagawa beach which hash vanished decades ago. In this park you can enjoy exercises, like walking, jogging or cycling. You can barrow a bicycle for free (but you have to come here before 4 o'clock). There are signs in this park which show you how to exercise. If you are looking for a place to jog, come to Shinagawa Kumin Park.
<b>Tourist info: </b>
Shinagawa kumin park offers Shinagawa Aquarium. You can enjoy aquarium, and spend the rest of the day at the park.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Keihin-Tohoku (JR) to Shinagawa (12 min.)
2. use Keikyu Honsen to Oomori-Kaigan (11 min.)
3. walk north east (2 min.)yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gotenyama_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGotenyama GardenGotenyama Garden (御殿山ガーデン) is very close from Shinagawa Station. It is a very small garden, but very quiet and relaxing.
<b>Tourist info: </b>
Gotenyama Garden is a garden located within the Gotenyama Hills. In the hills, there are hotels, restaurants, offices and shops. The place is very little known by non-locals, so there usually are very few people in the garden.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Yamanote (JR) to Shinagawa (12 min.)
2. walk south (12 min.)yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/odaiba_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOdaiba SummarizedOdaiba (お台場), one of the latest entertainment places, has been developed in last 10 years. Odaiba beach is the closest beach from Tokyo downtown, and many events are held here. Odaiba is not just a beach; it also has entertainments: like shopping, amusement spot, and restaurant. Japanese loves convenience. Convenience Store is conveniently located right next to the beach. There is a world famous statue of liberty in Odaiba, too. Japanese largest TV Station is also here in Odaiba.
<b>Tourist info: </b>
Odaiba (sometimes known as Daiba and sometimes referred to as the Tokyo Teleport Town) is a large artificial island in Tokyo Bay, Japan.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Yamanote (JR) to Shinbashi (3 min.)
2. use Yurikamome to Odaiba Kaihin Koen (13 min.)yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/roppongi_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRoppongi SummarizedRoppongi (六本木) is located right between Shibuya and Ginza. Roppongi is very popular spot for foreign travelers. Roppongi was very famous town even before World War II. However, right after the World War II, US army took over the place, and rebuilt the town to entertain foreigners. Around 80s to 90s, Roppongi has become THE night spot in Japan. Discos and Clubs were everywhere. Today, many businesses are established here in Roppongi. So, it's not just a night town anymore, but also a place to live, work, study and enjoy. Roppongi has two major sightseeing spots: the Roppongi Hills and the Tokyo Midtown.
<b>Tourist info: </b>
Roppongi is an area famous as home to the rich Roppongi Hills area, an active night club scene, and a relatively large presence of Western tourists and expatriates.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Yamanote (JR) to Yurakucho(1 min.)
2. use Hibiya-line(metro) to Roppoingi(8 min.)yes116http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zushi_hanabi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFireworks at ZushiJuly 7
19:45~20:30
Zushi (逗子) is the one of the popular beach around Tokyo area. Its Fire Work Festival has various kinds of fire works including the Starmine Joggling which are the one of the major fire works. Air Niagara is the another popular one is Zushi Fire works. Many shops and catering open on beach on this festival. Local Stores and restaurants sale drinks and food for this festival. On the beach, there are many catering. The stage is very near from Zushi Station. Compare to the other fire works festival, the traffic is very low.
85,000 visitors
5,000 Fire Works
<b>Access:</b>
0. at Kamakura St.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Zushi (6 min.)yes210http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arakawa_hanabi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFireworks at Arakawa RiverJuly 26 19:15~20:45
This year, Adachi Fire Works presents "Night Circus of Dancing Light." This Fire Works Festival use PA to play music which create great harmony with fire works. There are 4 sessions: 1. Joggling Light and Sound. 2.Magic of time and space. 3.Unlimited Air Performance. 4. Air Circus. Niagara Waterfall is the one of their major fire works. It has great ending with 2,000 fire works in 10 seconds. The festival held at the riverside, so there are huge view space. One of the great fire work festival to do party. On the street between the stage and Kitasenju Station, there are about 50 catering stores which you can buy Yakisoba, Okonomiyaki, Takoyaki, beer and other food and drinks. No restroom around the stage.
580,000 visitors
12,000 fire works
<b>Access: </b>
0. Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote to Nishi-Nippori Station (12 min.)
2. use Chiyoda line (Tokyo Metro) (6 min.)
3. walk north to Area river (10 min.)yes195http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sumida_hanabi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFireworks at Sumidagawa RiverJuly 28 19:10~20:30
Sumida River Fire Works (隅田川花火大会) has the one of the longest history of Fire Works. It started 273 years ago in Edo Period. There are two stages to fire 22,000 fire works in to the sky. In the 1st stage, there is Fire Works competition. 10 major fire works companies joined this competition. Each year, many fire works creators bring their new fire works. In the 2nd Stage, you can enjoy great fire work performances. This festival finished with about 3,000 Starmines at one time. Traffic will be control for this festival. All street around the stage will be only pedestrian. You can have a sheet on the street, so find your best spot for the greatest fire works.About 1 million visitors will visit this fire work festival. If you want to keep the better view spot, you might have to visit 3 hours before the show starts. 1,000,000 visitors
22,000 fire works
<b>Access: </b>
0. From Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote line to Kanda (2 min.)
2. use Ginza Line(metoro) to Asakusa (10 min.) 3. walk north (10 min.)yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamakura_hanabi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFireworks at KamakuraAugust 10 19:00~20:15
Kamakura Fire Works is one of the unique Fire Works Festival in Japan. It has Water Fire Works which explode on the water. They create beautiful half ball fire works which look like great lotus on the water. The Combination with the high speed Starmines and water fire works created the great art work in the night sky. Yuigahama (Kamakura beach) has long coastal line, so you can find the nice view point easily. Beach is widely opened, so you will always find great view spot. However, after the festival, Kamakura Station will be jammed. You might have to stay some other place to wait it out. There are many catering around the station, but no many around the stage. So, it' better to buy drink and food before you take a spot.
270,000 visitors
2,900 fire works
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Kamakura St.
1. walk south (15 min.)yes161http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tamagawa_hanabi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFireworks at Tamagawa RiverIn the concept of Waterfront, the fire works on this festival are mostly design to represent the beauty of water. The concept comes from the keep Tama river clean. Many fire works are colored blue and figure out the movement of water, such as rain, river. There are trick fire works which are designed by elementally school students. Many latest fire works are used in this festival and all of them are programed by computers. You will enjoy the cutting edge of the fire works festival.
12,000 including Kawasaki Fire Work Festival
<b>Access: </b>
0. Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi Line (Tokyo Metro) to Ootemachi Station (1 min.)
2. use Hanzomon Line (Tokyo Metro) to Futakotamagawa (26 min.)
3. walke north to Tama river (5 min.)yes304http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamakura_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKamakura SummarizedKamakura is one of most popular cities in Japan, with a long and rich history. There are many temples and shrines in the city. Kamakura shows different faces for each season. This time, it’s summer. Komachi shopping street has many restaurants and gift shops. Kamakura became very famous around the end of 12th century because Kamakura was the capital of the first government opened by Shogun, MINAMOTO Yoritomo. Since Shogun became governor, Samurai flourished in Kamakura. The Buddhism (worshiped in the temples) and the Shintoism (worshiped in the shrines) became the basis of Samurai spirits. If you want to see the birth place of Samurai sprits, come visit Kamakura.
<b>Tourist info: </b>
Kamakura (鎌倉) is a city located in Kanagawa, Japan, about 50 km south-south-west of Tokyo. It was once a capital of Japan in Kamakura era, from 1185 to 1333.
<b>Access: </b>
0. at Kamakura St.yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sasukeinari_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSasuke Inari ShrineSasukeinarijinja (佐助稲荷神社) There is nice tunnel of many Toriis which are the gateway at the entrance to a Shinto shrine. It was built in the celebration of the Yoritomo's(The first Shogun who started a shogunate) great victory about in 1190. It was named after his childhood name.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Small shrine but there is a gift shop and restroom. Lead to the Great Buddha Hiking course.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura St.
1. walk west (15 min.)yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gotanda_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGotanda SummarizedGotanda (五反田) is the one of the typical town in Tokyo. There are the internet cafe. There are arcades. There are Ramen restaurant. There are BBQ. There are Japanese style Bar & Grill. There are convenience stores. There are Pachinko. There are Karaoke box. You will find out at Gotanda what is the typical town in Tokyo.
Tourist info.
Gotanda is a busy but unfashionable neighborhood in the Shinagawa ward of Tokyo, Japan. The name "Gotanda" can be literally translated as "a (rice) paddy of half-hectare's size".
Access.
0. Start at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote line to Gotanda (15 min.)yes101http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurazukuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKurazukuriKurazukuri (蔵造り,kurazukuri) There are many building from Edo period. They are still used for the restaurant and stores. Modern and Tradition coexist here. There is a time chime from several hundreds years ago. If you want to see Japanese classic buildings which are not just standing but they are actually working, come and visit Kurazukuri.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
The city, Kawagoe, is known locally as "Little Edo", or Koedo, after the old name for Tokyo, "Edo". Kuradukuri is the small district which many building from Edo period are preserved.
<b>Access.</b>
0. at Omiya St.
1. use JR Saikyo Line to Kawagoe St. (18 min.)
2. walk north (20 min.)yes185http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashiya_yokocho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKashiya-YokochoKashiyayokocho is the small destrict dedicated to the Japanese sweets. You can check out almost all kinds of Japanese sweet from traditional sweets to modern sweets. Those price are very reasonable. Most of the traditional Japanese sweets are produced here in this place. So, they are very fresh. Some of the snacks are even bigger than American snacks. If you have a hunger for Japanese sweets, this is the great place to begin with.
Tourist Info.
Kawagoe is famous for its sweet potatoes, and on the local "Candy Street" one can find such treats as sweet potato chips, sweet potato ice cream, sweet potato coffee, and even sweet potato beer, brewed at the local Koedo Brewery.
Access.
0. at Omiya St.
1. use JR Saikyo Line to Kawagoe St. (18 min.)
2. walk north (30 min.)yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/xmas_marunouchi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCristmas at MarunouchiMarunouchi (丸の内) is a commercial district of Tokyo located in Chiyoda between Tokyo Station and the Imperial Palace. The name, meaning "inside the circle", derives from its location within the palace's outer moat. It is a center of Japan's financial industry, as the country's three largest banks are headquartered there. The Marunouchi Building and New Marunouchi Building in front of Tokyo station are your best bet for a decent meal in the Marunouchi area, especially on the weekend when most other buildings are closed. Various restaurants from Italian to Hawaiian to Sushi are situated inside, but the bill may be a bit pricy for a casual lunch. Oazo is also the great shopping and eating.
In the Christmas season, all street will be decollated with thousands of lights and flowers.
<b>Tourist info:</b>
No Smoking on the street. The new Tokyo International Forum now stands on the site.
<b>Access:</b>
0. Tokyo Station
1. Exit on Marunouchi Enterence and walk west (2 seconds)yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiraito_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShiraito WaterfallShiraito Waterfall (白糸の滝, shiraitonotaki) is in Shizuoka prefecture, located west side of Mt.Fuji. Shiraito Waterfall is about 60ft. height and 600ft. width. There are hundreds of small waterfalls and each of them look like a silk line. Shiraito means Silk thread. Water is coming from the ice of Mt. Fuji. In 1936, this waterfall is chosen a natural monument, and in 1990, it is chosen one of 100 best waterfalls in Japan. There are many gift shop around Shiraito Waterfall. Otodome Waterfall is right next to it.
<b>Tourist info:</b>
There are a couple of Hotels, camping place and a golf course.
<b>Access:</b>
0. at Fuji St.
1. take JR Minobu line to Fujinomiya (20 min.)
2. take bus to Shiraito no Taki (30 min.)yes155http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otodome_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOtodome WaterfallOtodome Waterfall (音止の滝, otodomenotaki) is in Sizuoka prefecture, located west side of Mt. Fuji. This waterfall is about 75ft. height, and 15ft width. Otodome Waterfall is one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. There is Shiraito Waterfall right next to it. The waterfall is named by a fairy tale which one samurai stopped its sound because he couldn't hear in the meeting. When he prayed, the waterfall stopped making sound. There are many gift shop around Shiraito Waterfall.
<b>Tourist info:</b>
There are a couple of Hotels, camping place and a golf course.
<b>Access:</b>
0. at Fuji St.
1. take JR Minobu line to Fujinomiya (20 min.)
2. take bus to Shiraito no Taki (30 min.)yes116http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/narusawa_ice_cave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNarusawa Ice CaveNarusawa Ice Cave (鳴沢氷穴, narusawahyoketsu) is the cave formed by Lava from Mt.Fuji, located in Aokigahara Jukai(the Sea of Forest). The average temperature is about 37F for all year. The cave is covered with ice all year, and also icicle are every where. An icicle sometimes grown up 90ft. long and 1.5 ft. wide. The entire cave is 450ft. Narusawa Ice Cave is one of natural monuments.
<b>Tourist info:</b>
Entrance fee:200 yen
<b>Access:</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. use local bus to Narusawa Hyoketsu (25 min.)yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fugaku_wind_cave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFugaku Wind CaveFugaku Wind Cave (富岳風穴, fugakufuketsu) is the cave formed by Lava from Mt.Fuji, located in Aokigahara Jukai(the Sea of Forest). The average temperature is about 37F for all year, so this cave was used for a cold storage for silkworms. It is about 600ft. length and 27ft. height. Somehow, there is no echo sound in this cave even though such a closed cave. There is ice wall. Fugaku Wind Cave is one of natural monuments.
<b>Tourist info:</b>
Entrance fee:200 yen
<b>Access:</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. use local bus to Fugaku Fuketsu (25 min.)yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hossawa_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHossawa WaterfallHossawa Waterfall (佛沢の滝, hossawanotaki) is one of the major spot of Hinohara village. It has 4 steps 180ft. height and in the winter it will be completely frozen up. In the summer, it will be lighten up during the Water Waterfall festival. In the basin, people believed a giant serpent lives. Hossawa Waterfall is one of 100 best waterfalls in Japan.
<b>Tourist info:</b>
There are Restroom and couple of resturants. About 10 minits eazy hiking from the enterence to the waterfall.
<b>Access:</b>
0. at Tachikawa St.
1. take JR Ome line to Haijima (11min)
2. take JR Itsukaichi line to Musasi Itsukaichi
3. take bus to Hossawa no taki 20 min.yes154http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hinohara_villeage/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHinohara VillageHinohara Village (檜原村, hinoharamura) is located west side of Tokyo. More than 90% of the village is forest and mountain.
There are many headwaters into Aki River which is one of the source river of Tama River. Most of those headwaters have water waterfalls, and some of those waterfalls frozen up completely in the winter. There are many hiking courses. In some view spots, there is a great view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist info:</b>
Only village in Tokyo (except Tokyo southern islands). There are many public restroom, motels, restaurants, and gift shops. For the hiking tourist, there are many bus tours coming from Tokyo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tachikawa St.
1. take JR Ome line to Haijima (12min)
2. take JR Itsukaichi line to Musashiitsukaichi (17min)
3. take bus to Hinohara (20min)yes357http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aya_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAya WaterfallAya Waterfall (綾滝, ayadaki) is very misterious waterfall. It has about 75 ft. height. Water waterfall very slowly and silently. The waterfall looks like a twilled cloth. Water become boubles at the end of the waterfall, this waterfall also called as bouble waterfall.
<b>tour info</b>
There is Tengu Waterfall on the way, and there is Tuzuraiwa which is one of the national monument of Japan toward to Otake mountain. There is restroom at the enterence, but you must walk on hiking road to see this waterfall.
<b>access</b>
0. at Tachikawa St.
1. take JR Ome line to Haijima (12min)
2. take JR Itsukaichi line to Musashiitsukaichi (17min)
4. take bus to Sengoku (20min)
5. walk to the montain (40 min.)yes102http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryujin_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDragon WaterfallDragon Waterfall (龍神の滝, ryujinnotaki) is about 54 ft. height, and located right next to Aki river. Like other waterfalls, this waterfall has many seasonable faces. In the old time, people believed that a giant snake lived in the basin of a waterfall. It was looked like Dragon when the snake capture the wild animals. That how people start call this waterfall Dragon Waterfall.
<b>Tour info</b>
Easy to see it, hard to find it. Only 2 min. from parking place.
<b>access:</b>
0. at Tachikawa St.
1. take JR Ome line to Haijima (12min)
2. take JR Itsukaichi line to Musashiitsukaichi (17min)
3. take bus to Kazuma (30min)
4. walk to the montain (40 min.)yes204http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tanuki_lake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake TanukiLake Tanuki (田貫湖, tanukiko) is in Shizuoka prefecture, located west side of Mt. Fuji. From Take Tanuki you will get a great view of Mt. Fuji. Between April 20th and August 20th, Sun rises at the top of Mt. Fuji from the view of Lake Tanuki. This phenomenon is called “Diamond Head”, and Many photographer visit Late Tanuki to take a great Diamond Head.” Also, there are camping space, and people joy fishing, boat-riding, and cycling.
<b>Tourist info:</b>
Lake Tanuki is located in Fujinomiya city, Shizuoka. Fujinomiya is famous for yakisoba noodles.
<b>Access:</b>
0. at Fuji St.
1. take JR Minobu line to Fujinomiya (20 min.)
2. take bus to Lake Tanuki (55 min.)yes126http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ikegami_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Ikegami GardenIkegamibaien (池上梅園) There are 370 Ume (Plum Tree), 800 azaleas, and about 50 other kinds of trees in this garden. On Feburary to March, Ume will blossom and gives great colors of flowers. This garden also has tee room, traditional dinning, lighthouse, and pound.
<b>Tourist Info:</b>
100 yen for enterence fee. You need to make a reservation for using the tea room.
<b>Access:</b>
0. Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote to Gotanda (10 min.)
2. use Toei Asakusa Line to Nishikomagome (7 min.)
4. walk south (10 min.)yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoshino_baigo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYoshino BaigoYoshino Baigo (吉野梅郷, yoshinobaigo) is one of the most famous Ume (Plum Flower) spot. There are 25,000 Plum Trees in this town. In the period of plum blossom, many events, such as a parade, live music, local ceremony, Nou dance show, will be hold. Ume is planted all over in this town. There is a park called Ume park which has 2,500 Ume trees. You can enjoy White plum, Red plum, Pink plum, and all kinds of Ume trees in this town.
<b>Tourist Info:</b>
Ume Park, the one of the main Ume spot in this town, has 2,500 verious kinds of Ume trees. Between the end of Feburary to the end of March, it will charge 100 yen for enterence.
<b>Access:</b>
0. at Tachikawa St.
1. use JR Ome Line to Ome (32 min.)
2. take JR Ome Line to Hinatawada (5 min)
3. walk east (15 min.)yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_at_senzokuike/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Senzoku Pond ParkSenzoku Pond (洗足池, senzokuike) was founded around Edo period. It is one of the great Hanami spots in Tokyo. There are about 200 sakura are planted. There is boat pier so you can enjoy boat riding. In the spring, many fair stalls are opened, so you can enjoy great Hanami even without bringing any food.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There are restaurant. No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR KeihinTohoku line to Gotanda (15 min.)
2. use Tokyu Ikegami line to Senzokuike (9 min.)
3. walk North (2 min.)yes158http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koganei_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoganei ParkKoganei Park (小金井公園, koganeikouen) is one of the best 100 Sakura spots in Japan. The park was establish for 2600 years anniversary of the empire. There are many institutions and facilities for many kinds of sports and activities. There are about 50 kinds 1800 Sakura are planted, and Hanami period many events held in this park.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There are Baseball field, Tennis coat, Archery range, cycling course, Edo building garden, and total gym.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Musashikoganei (35 min.)
2. use Seibu Bus to Koganei Koen Nishiguchi (5 min.)yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sumida_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSumida ParkSumida Park (墨田公園, shumidakouen) is one of the best 100 Sakura Spots in Japan located right next to Sumida River. There are about 1000 Sakura planted along with the riverside. Those Sakura make beautiful flower tunnel in Spring. During the Hanami period which is between end of March to middle of April, there are a lot of ceremonies or events, such as traditional dance, music or Nursery rhyme song. Also, there many Yatai which sell food, toys or snacks in this time.
<b>Tourist Info:</b>
There are parking. Also, nice to see Sakura from Sea Bus. There is the one of the biggest Fireworks in summer.
<b>Access:</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote line to Ueno (6 min.)
2. take Ginza line to Asakusa (5 min.)
3. walk to east (5 min.)yes134http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/syasui_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSyasui WaterfallSyasui Waterfall (洒水の滝, syasuinotaki) is one of the best 100 waterfalls and water in
Japan. It's also chosen as one of the best 50 sight seeing
spots in Kanagawa. It is about 350 ft. height. The waterfall is
very famous for religious austerities. On July, there is a
big festival also known as Fire Festival. The Waterfall is
located in the beautiful mountain. There are many hiking
courses are nearby.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are public restroom and free parking. Hotels and
restaurant opens. No charge for viewing.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kōzu St..
1. take Gotenba Line to Yamakita (23 min.)
2. walk south west (30 min.)yes109http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/enoshima_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEnoshima SummarizedEnoshima (江の島) is a small island, about 4 km in circumference. Adjacent to the closest beach to Tokyo and Yokohama, the island and the nearby coast are the hub of a popular resort area. The street that leads from the Enoden and Monorail Station to the beach has souvenir shops and surfer accessories shops.
<b>tourist Info.</b>
Enoshima is blessed with the abundant beauty of
nature and sea. It's free to enter the island. Also acessible by car.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura St.
1 use Enoden to Enoshima (24 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.)yes290http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagao_toge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNagao Mt. PassNagao toge (長尾峠 mt. pass) is located right between Shizuoka Prefecture and Kagawa Prefecture where you can have great views of Mt. Fuji.
This area is one of the three best mountain pass view of Mt.Fuji. There are many hiking courses attached with this pass. Because the traffic is low, you will have great driving here and having a great view of Mt.Fuji with quiet moment.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are a few parking spots to hiking courses. In the case you need a bathroom, there is a couple of Tea stores in this pass.
<b>access</b>
You need a car to get here.
0. at Kōzu St..
1. take rout 138 to Hakone (30 min.)
2. take 736 south (20 min.)yes142http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/china_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfChina Town in YokohamaYokohama Chinatown (横浜中華街) is located in Yokohama, Japan. Just south of Tokyo. It has about 150 years of history. Yokohama Chinatown is the largest Chinatown not only in Japan but also in Asia (larger than Chinatowns in both Kobe and Nagasaki) and it is one of the largest in the world. There are over 200 restaurants alone (other shops are not included for this number).
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Over 500 restaurants, food shops, and gift shops. Chinese Temples are also here.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. take JR Keihintohoku Line to Ishikawacho (42min.)yes274http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/the_jha_bar/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/RB001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/RB001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Jha BARThe Jha BAR is the one of the best beer bar in Japan, located Kanda, Tokyo. The Jha BAR has the all kinds of world beer including house beer and local beers of Japan.
If you believe you know all beers of your country, visit here. They will still offer you the beer which you've never seen.
You can actually enjoy drinking beer like Sushi, which means the bartender will serve you various kinds of beers, light, strong, dark, white, sweet, sour with their great choice of beers.
They have also great food which really match with beer you ordered.
<b>access</b>
0. Tokyo Station
1. take JR Yamanote line to Kanda (2min.)
2. walk Northwest (4min.)yes352http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/marukami_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMarukami WaterfallMarugami Waterfall (丸神の滝)is one of the 100 best waterwaterfalls in Japan and only one in Saitama Prefecture. It has about 76m (230 feet) height. Because the waterfall is not so popular, nature around the waterfall is still preserved. Not like standard water waterfall, Marugami Waterfall does not have much amount of water falling. So, the waterfall is very quiet and beautiful.
<b>Tourist Infomation</b>
There are camping area at the entrance, restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya St.
1. use JR Saikyo Line to Kawagoe St. (18 min.)
2. use JR Kawagoe Line to Higashihano St. (37 min.)
3. use Seibu Ikebukuro Line to Seibuchichibu St. (58 min.)
4. Walk to Ohanabatake St. (6min.)
5. take Chichibu Line to Sanpoguchi (20min.)
6. take Ogano bus to Takimae (40min.)
7. walk (10min.)yes195http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mitsuike_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Mitsuike ParkMitsuike Park (三ッ池公園, mitsuikekouen) is the one of the 100 best Hanami spots in Japan. Mitusike means three ponds. In this park, there are 78 kinds 1,600 sakura. This park is also chosen as best 50 Bird watching place in Kanagawa. So, many wild birds live in this ponds. One of the best bird watching place nearby Tokyo. Many people enjoy hanami in Spring.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
The park has base ball field, tennis courts, and pool.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. take JR Keihintohoku Line to Tusrumi (26min.)
2. walk north-west (20min.)yes280http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamashita_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYamashita ParkYamashita Park (山下公園, yamashitakouen) is located right next to Yokohama China Town. The Park is attached Yokohama Port, so in Night time, you would have a great night scene of Minato Mirai 21 which is the one of the best night scenes in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking and restroom are available. There are many benches for viewing the port.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. take JR Keihintohoku Line to Kannai (41min.)
2. walk east (10min.)yes67http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chichibu_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfChichibu ShrineChichibu Shrine (秩父神社, chichibujinja) is the one of the oldest Shrine for Eastern Area. The Shrine has over 1000 years of history started from 878 a.c.e. Most famous event of the shrine is Chichibu Yomatsuri (Chichibu Night Festival) which is the three most important cultural mountain festivals of Japan.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Parking is available. Chichibu Night Festival at December 3.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya St.
1. use JR Saikyo Line to Kawagoe St. (18 min.)
2. use JR Kawagoe Line to Higashihano St. (37 min.)
3. use Seibu Ikebukuro Line to Seibuchichibu St. (58 min.)
4. walk west (5 min.)yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukiware_waterfall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFukiware FallFukiware Waterfall (吹割の滝, fukiwarenotaki) is one of the best 100 waterfalls in Japan, which has 7m (21ft.) height and 30m (90ft.) width. It is also the one of the National Monument of Japan. Because the fall has V-shaped and water falls from three different direction, it called Asian Niagara Fall. In the winter, the fall is frozen up completely, and lighted up. At the lower part of the fall there is another fall called Masutobi Waterfall (鱒飛の滝, masutobinotaki) which is also dynamic fall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many gift shop, hotels, and restaurants. You can find tour bus around Numata Station. Parking is also available.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station
1. take JR Ryoge Line to Shin-Maebashi (3 min.)
2. take JR Joetsu LIne to Numata (34 min.)
3. take bus to Fukiwarenotaki (45 min.)yes126http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fudo_waterfall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFudo FallFudotaki (棚下不動滝)is one of the best 100 waterfalls in Japan, which has 37m (110ft.) height. It is located at a very tight rocky valley. Water falls from great rock table. The rocks around the falls, trees, and the fall create great harmony of nature beauty. It's sometimes used for ascetic practices for Buddhism.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There are rest room, parking, and Shrine at the fall.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station
1. take JR Ryoge Line to Shin-Maebashi (3 min.)
3. take JR Joetsu Line to Tsukuda (22 min.)
4. walk route 255 (30 min.)yes127http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/usaburo_kokeshi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUsaburo KokeshiUsaburo Kokeshi (卯三郎こけし) is the Japanese traditional doll "Kokeshi" shop and manufacturer in Gunma Prefecture. The founder Mr. Usaburo Okamoto has designed and produced Kokeshi. Not only producing traditional style of Kokeshi, Mr. Usaburo has been challenging new style of Kokeshi. Usaburo Kokeshies are the great harmony of traditional and modern style of Kokeshi which produced by the greatest designers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Large parking are available. There is studio tour and experience Kokeshi painting.
<b>Access</b>
0. Shin-Maebashi st.
1. take JR Joetsu Line to Shibukawa St. (14 min.)
2. take bus to Uedayotsukado (20 min.)
3. walk southwest (25 min.)yes349http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/joren_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJoren FallJoren waterfall (浄蓮の滝, jorennotaki) is one of the best 100 waterfalls in Japan. It has about 25m(85 ft.) height and is located on the middle of Izu in Shizuoka Prefecture. Many waterfalls including Joren waterfall in Izu were made by Lava from Volcano. You could see those rocks made by lava. There is fishing spot and Wasabi shop around the fall. The wasabi is one of the famous wasabi made by pure water from the fall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are free parking space, gift shops and restroom. Also, you can visit fall by tour bus.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. take Izu-Hakone Line to Shuzenji Station (35 min.)
2. take Izu-Tokai Bus to Joren no taki (30 min.)yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nikai_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNikai FallNikai waterfall (二階滝, nikaidaki) is one of the great waterfalls in Izu. The fall is located on very minor spots. However, there are great hiking course around the fall. If you are traveling around middle of Izu either by car or hiking, try this fall.
It has 20m (66 ft.) height. You can't access to the bottom, but there is a observatory space on the top.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking and restroom are available.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. take Izu-Hakone Line to Shuzenji Station (35 min.)
2. take Izu-Tokai Bus to Nikaitaki (43 min.)
3. walk North (15 min.)yes99http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amagi_tunnel/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAmagi TunnelAmagi tunnel (旧天城トンネル) is one of the cultural treasure of Japan and also known as haunted tunnel. It has 445m (13,350 ft.) length and very dark even at the daytime. The tunnel makes strange echo sound when you talk. You might have a chance to see a ghost. It was made in 1903 and also one of the best 100 streets in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking and restroom are available.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. take Izu-Hakone Line to Shuzenji Station (35 min.)
2. take Izu-Tokai Bus to Amagitoge (40 min.)
3. walk East (20 min.)yes70http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawazu_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKawazu NanadaruKawazu Nanadaru (河津七滝) is the one of the famous hot spring town in Izu. It has great seven waterfalls. Entire town is in the valley of Joint rocks (In geology the term joint refers to a fracture in rock) of lava. So, not only there are great waterfalls but also you can enjoy great sightseeing here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is hotel right next to Odaru (one of the seven falls). You can enjoy hot spring and watching the great waterfall at the same time.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. take Izu-Hakone Line to Shuzenji Station (35 min.)
2. take Izu-Tokai Bus to kawazunanadaru (43 min.)
3. walk North (15 min.)yes301http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokeiji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTokeijiThe Shokozan Tokei-ji (松岡山東慶寺), also known as Kakekomi- dera (駆け込み寺) or Enkiri-dera (縁切り寺), is a Buddhist temple in the city of Kamakura in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. It is part of the Rinzai school of Zen's Engaku-ji branch, and was opened by Hojo Sadatoki in 1285. It is best known as an historic refuge for women who were abused by their husbands.
Tokei-ji is one of the 100 Eastern temples of flower.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
The temple has sculpture museum which has many national treasure arts. Also, it has experiencing Japanese tea ceremony. At any season, the temple has great flowers. Entrance fee: 100 yen and 300 yen for The museum. Open from 8:30 am to 17:00 pm.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line or Shonanshinjuk Line to Kitakamakura (3 min.)
2. walk south (4 min.)yes280http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamakura_daibutsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKamakura DaibutsuKotoku-in (高徳院) is a Buddhist temple of the Pure Land sect in the city of Kamakura in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan.
The temple is renowned for the Great Buddha (大仏, daibutsu), a monumental outdoor bronze statue of Amida Buddha which is one of the most famous icons of Japan and the national treasure of Japan. The statue stands at 13.35m (45 ft.) high and weighs approximately 93 tons.
The statue probably dates from 1252, in the Kamakura period, when temple records report the construction of a bronze statue. However, it is unclear whether that is the present statue. The statue was built inside a wooden temple, but that building washed away in the tsunami of 20 September 1498 during the Muromachi period in the late fifteenth century. The statue remains.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Entrance fee: 200 yen. Open from 7:00 am to 17:30 pm. You can enter inside of daibutsu which you have to pay extra 20 yen. Only new years- eve, it open mid-night to see lighten up daibutsu.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use Enoden to Hase Station (9 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/genjiyama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGenjiyama ParkGenjiyama Park (源氏山公園, Genjiyamakouen) is small mountain park located west side of Kamakura Station. There is Minamoto no Yoritomo (源頼朝) Stature who is the first Shogun who started the Government. The park is located on the Daibutsu hiking course from Kitakamakura to Daibutsu. There are many seasonable flowers like Sakura, Ajisai and other flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are restrooms and coke machines. Nice to have lunch at open space. However, be careful there are many wild birds which attack for food.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. walk west (30 min.)yes160http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/myojin_zan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. MyojinMt. Myojin (明神山, Myojinyama) is one of the best spots to see Mt. Fuji. You can reach the top with Panoramadai/Sangokuyama Hiking course. You can also see great view of Lake Yamanaka. Panoramadai Hiking course is very open space but it has a sharp inclination.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
If you are not hiker, but you want to see the best view of Mt. Fuji. Drive up to Sangokutoge. There is parking for hikers. It will be only 30 min. hiking. However, the grade is even higher.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use Fujikyu Line to Fujiyoshida (5 min.)
2. use local bus to Sangokuyama Iriguchi (1 hr. 30 min.)
3. walk along the panorama/sangokuyama Hiking course (35 min.)yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_kaisei/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAjisai Festa in KaiseiAjisainosato (アジサイの里) is the flower festival held by Kaiseimachi (開成町) on early June. There are more than 10,000 Ajisai (Hydrangea) in the town. At the festival, they have music ceremony, and food services. You can also buy Ajisai. Ajisai is very beautiful with rain. June in Japan is rainy season. So, if you had to cancel your schedule because of rain, visit Kaiseimachi to check out beautiful Ajisai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom. At the festival, you can enjoy fresh food made in Kaiseimachi. Festival is early June, but you can enjoy Ajisai at the end of June.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Gotenba Line to Matsuda (18 min.)
2. walk west (15 min.)yes248http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ono_yama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. OnoMt. Ono (大野山, Onoyama) is one of the best 100 Mt. Fuji view spots in Kanto area. I has 753m high (2260 ft.)
This is the one of the great one day hiking course with great view of Mt. Fuji. Entire course is about 3 hrs. hiking. At the top of the mountain. You will have 360 view.
There is also caw farm on the top of the mountain. You can drink fresh milk.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can approach to the top by car. There are many parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station.
1. use JR Gotenba Line to Yamakita Station (26 min.)
2. use local bus to Onoyama Iriguchi (5 min.)
3. walk along with Onoyama Hiking course (2 hrs.)yes71http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/harajuku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHarajukuHarajuku (原宿、竹下通り、原宿通り)
Harajuku is where the young and hip gather. All the young fashion starts here. One of the unique features of Harajuku is "Kawaii" (cute) fashion. On the bridge next to Harajuku station, there are many "Kawaii" Cosplayers. Takeshita Street has many hip clothing stores. You can see what is the latest fashion amongst young Japanese people here. Harajuku Street has many unique designer's shops like the Billionaire Boys Club.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Cosplayers can only be seen on weekends.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku Station (24 min.)yes234http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/summary_ryogoku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRyogoku SummarizedRyogoku (両国) is the town of Sumo. It has Ryogoku Kokugikan (両国国技館) where the Tokyo Sumo competition is held. There are many Sumo related things, like their food restaurants, gift shops, and there are many Sumo Gyms in this town. Just walking around this town, you have a chance to meet Sumo wrestler, including Yokozuna. There are bronze statue and palm prints of all Yokozuna.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
In the season of Sumo competition, you can watch the match here. Grand ceremony is also held here in Ryogoku.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Akihabara station (4 min.)
2. use JR Sobu Line to Ryogoku (5 min.) yes142http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shibamata_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShibamata SummarizedShibamata (柴又) is one of the best town where stimulate Japanese nostalgia. Shibamata is also very famous town because it was used for very famous Japanese movie "Otokowatsuraiyo." The town still keep the same figure of the movie, so if you know the movie, you will feel like you are in the movie.
In Taisyakuten-sando, there are many food stands and restaurants. Not just for the movie, but this street is also chosen as 100 best scenery in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There is festival around new years day. You will enjoy Japanese traditional carpenters action in this festival.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Nippori station. (4 min.)
2. use Keisei Line to Keisei Takasago station. (11 min.)
3. use Keisei Kanamachi Line to Shibamata. (3 min.) yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oshino/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOshino VilleageOshino Village (忍野村, oshinomura) is one of the small village located next to Mt. Fuji. One of the great feature about this village is Soba (蕎麦). Because it has great pure water from Mt. Fuji, there are many great Soba shops in the village. Here, we introduce one of the Soba shop in Oshino, Maisen (名泉), one of the great Soba shops. Most of the Sobashop in Oshino, they have free tasting. Let's see how foreigners eat Soba.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is free tasting, but you should buy one Soba box after you eat their soba. The box is mostly price about 500 yen for 7 meals.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local bus to Oshinohakkai (20 min.) yes148http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hayato_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHayato FallHayato Fall (早戸大滝, hayato otaki) is one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan, which located Mt. Tanzawa in Kanagawa prefecture. It has 50m (167ft.) high. Even the fall is chosen as 100 best waterfalls, because it is located in deep side of Mt. Tanzawa, not many people visit this fall. That's why this fall is also known as a visionary fall. One of the unique feature of the fall is the great rock covering the front side of the fall. You can only see the fall at the bottom of the fall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This is one of the hardest waterfall you could see in Japan. It requires river tracing. There is a kind of mountain road, but it's not conditioned well. You cannot see this fall after the heavy rain.
<b>Access</b>
You need a car to see this. Otherwise it requires 2 extra hours from Lake Miyagase. You can drive very deep side along with Hayato River. However, from the parking space to the fall, it requires one to two hours hard hiking. yes133http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/joeiji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJoeiji TempleJoeiji (常栄寺) is also known as Botamochi Temple. The original temple was built around 13th century named after Myojyonichiei (妙常日栄). When Nichiren prosecuted by Buddhism because he was new way of teaching peace with Buddhism, vestal virgin of the temple gave him Botamochi, a springtime treat made with sweet rice and sweet azuki (red bean) paste, here. In this case, Nichiren won and successfully avoid the insulation from Buddhism. From this story, this temple and it's Botamochi became famous for good luck. After 700 years later, they still serve Botamochi on the same day, on September.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Very small temple, but there are many historical stuff.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. walk east (5 min.) yes133http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/myohonji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMyohonji TempleMyohonji (妙本寺) is one of the Nichiren Buddhism temple which built at 1260. It was built for holding a memorial service for Nichiren and Hiki family. Main Temple is one of the tallest temple in Japan. One of the great temple in Kamakura. It has great harmony with a huge temple and quiet nature. There are two gate leading to this temple.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Entrance fee. 100 yen. No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. walk east (10 min.) yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hongakuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHongakuji TempleHongakuji (本覚寺) is one of Nichiren Buddhism temples in Japan. It was built by Mochiuji Asikaga (足利持氏) at 1436. Before he build the temple, in 1274, Nichiren (日蓮) stayed Ebisudo (夷堂) to do missionary work up until he moved to Kai, currently Yamanashi.
Ebisudo is now count as Enoshima-Kamakura Shichifukujin (七福神) for Ebisu God, the god of fishery. On new years day, there are festival with Ebisu called Kamakura Ebisu Festa.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
No entrance fee. No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. walk east (5 min.) yes179http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hokokuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHokokuji TempleHokokuji (報国寺) temple was founded by the priest Butsujo Zenji who studied under the tenowned Buddhist priest Mugaku Sogen (1226-1286) when he was thirteen years old. There is tea house in the bamboo grove, flower garden, and central garden. This temple is one of the 100 eastern temples of flower.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Entrance fee: 200 yen
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station
1. use Keikyu bus to Jyomyoji (15 min.)
2. walk south (3 min.) yes224http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/syakado_kiritoshi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShakado KiritoshiSyakado Kiritoshi (釈迦堂切通し) is one of the historical and great nature monument in Kamakura. It was build around 1200 by cutting and digging small rock valley for transportation. The shape of the tunnel is still preserved from Kamakura period. It was name by when Yasutoki Hojo (北条泰時) built temple for the memorial service for his father.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can access this tunnel, but technically you cannot go through. Be careful, after rain there are many risk to have rock falling. It will be all self-responsibility whatever kinds of accident you have.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use Keikyu Bus to Sugimotohonzan (20 min.)
2. walk south (15 min.) yes138http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sugimoto_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSugimoto TempleSugimoto temple (杉本寺) is the oldest temple in Kamakura which built at 734.
In 1189, 3 buddha statue were protected by Japanese cedar from house fire. After that, temple was called Sugimoto Temple "Temple under Japanese cedar."
There is the stone steps of moss which is very beautiful green stone steps. Roof of the temple is the old style of Japanese temple.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Entrance fee: 200 yen, 100 yen for kids.
Open: 8:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station
1. use Keikyu bus to Sugimotodera (15 min.)
2. walk North (1 min.) yes226http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_chopsticks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow To Use ChopsticksWhen you eat Japanese food, you must know how to use chop sticks. Here let me know how to use chop sticks.yes82http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kegon_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKegon WaterfallKegon Waterfall (華厳の滝, Kegonnotaki) is one of the best 100 waterfalls in Japan, and one of the three great falls in Nikko, and one of the three great waterfalls in Japan. Moreover, Kegon waterfall is the most famous waterfall in Japan. It is located Okunikko (奥日光) in Tochigi Prefecture. Kegon waterfall is 97m(326 ft.) high, and 7m width. Water come from Lake Chuzenji (中禅寺湖), and a mount of water falls 2 tons per second. It sometimes increases tremendously after heavy rain. It is a grand view of 97m straight fall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, restroom, and gift show. 520 yen for Observation deck which located the bottom of the fall. In the rain season, the fall sometimes covered by fog. Check the weather before you visit.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station
1. use Tobunikko bus to Kegononotaki iriguchi (45 min.)
2. walk (2 min.) yes163http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kirifuki_waterfall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKirifuri WaterfallKirifuri Waterfall (霧降の滝, kirifurinotaki) is one of the best 100 waterfalls in Japan and three great falls in Nikko. It is located at Kirifuri river which is one of the headwater of Tone river. It has 25m (83 ft.) hight at higher fall and 26m (86 ft.) high at lower fall. The length of the waterfall is 75m (250 ft.). The width begins 5m and ends 15m. The sight is also selected as one of the 100 best scenery of Tochigi Prefecture.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There are free parking space and restroom are available. You can access to the higher observation deck to see this fall. Access to the bottom is now close.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station
1. use Tobunikko bus to kirifukinotakiiriguchi (30 min.)
2. walk to the deck (10 min.) yes118http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/urami_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUrami WaterfallUrami waterfall (裏見の滝, uraminotaki) is one of the three great waterfalls in Nikko. It is located in the small valley of Nikko. Because it is located in the valley, it is very quiet and cool even in summer. It has 20m (66 ft.) high, and 2m (6 ft.) width. There are many unnamed waterfalls around the fall, and on the way to the fall. Japanese famous poet, Matsuo Basho (松尾芭蕉) visited this fall and made a poem.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are free parking and restroom. On the way to the fall, you have to walk in the valley.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station
1. use Tobunikko bus to Uramidakiiriguchi (10 min.)
2. walk north (40 min.) yes138http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yudaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYu WaterfallYu Waterfall (湯滝, yudaki) is one of the waterfalls in Nikko. It has 50m (166 ft.) high and 25m (83 ft.) width. Water come from Lake Yuno (湯の湖, yunomizuumi) which is one of the 100 best mountain in Japan. There are many hot spring around this fall. It is very beautiful long slow fall, and there is short hiking course side of the fall. Because water splash widely, it looks like white curtain of water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking: fee 410 yen. Restaurant and gift shop are located right next to the bottom. You can eat fresh fish here.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station
1. use Tobunikko bus to yudakiiriguchi (1hr. 30min.)
2. walk west (10 min.) yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryuzu_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRyuzu WaterfallRyuzu waterfall (竜頭滝 ,ryuzunotaki) is one of the waterfalls in Nikko. It has 60m (200 ft.) high and 10m (33 ft.) width. The entire fall has 210m (700 ft.) length. Ryuzu means Dragon's head. The whole fall looks like dragon. Head part has two small shape waterfalls, and the body part has many huge rounded rocks which looks like Dragon's squamosae.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom are located. Around the parking space, there are tea house and gift shop.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station
1. use Tobunikko bust to Ryuzunotaki iriguchi (1hr.)
2. walk north (10 min.) yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiba_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShiba ParkShiba Park (芝公園, Shiba Koen) is a public park in Minato Ward. It across many years in the area near the temple of Zojoji (増上 寺), and history of the temple and park started 1598 by Ieyasu Tokugawa. It opened public at 1873, so Shiba park is one of the oldest park in Tokyo. The park is located between the Minato ward offices and the Tokyo Tower (東京タワー). Many of the footpaths in the park offer excellent views of the Tokyo Tower, so the park is a popular spot for dates, and appears in many television and film sequences. In the park, there are hotel, school, library and training facilities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can enjoy great vews of the Tokyo Tower anywhere in the park. There are many restrooms, but no parking.
<b>Acess</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Hamamatsucho (7 min.)
2. walk west (12 min.) yes172http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hasedera_kamakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHasedera TempleHase temple (長谷寺, hasedera) is also known as Hasekannon (長谷 観音), which is one of the Pure Land Buddhism Temples in Kamakura. The history of the temple starts at 736 when one of the Wooden Buddha statues drifted at Sagami beach.
The current Buddha statue is 9.18m high which is one of the tallest Buddha stature in Japan.
Hasedera enshrines also for Daikoku who is the seven luckいy gods of Japan in Kamakura.
The temple has great garden and Ajisai road, so when you visit this temple at June you can enjoy not only great temples, but also you can enjoy beautiful flowers.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Entrance fee: 300 yen for adult, 100 yen for kinds. There are group discount for over 30 people.
Open: 8:00 to 17:00 for summer, 8:00 to 16:30 for winter.
Parking, tea house and gift shops are located.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. Enoden to Hase Station (10 min.)
2. walk north west (5 min.) yes314http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kosokuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKosokuji TempleKosokuji Temple (光則寺) is one of the Nichiren Buddhism temples in Kamakura. This temple starts at 1274, and current main temple was built at 1650.
There are beautiful garden with various kinds flowers and trees. One of their Kaido (Malus halliana) is 200 years old and one of the important nature of the city. Ume trees are also very beautiful in this temple. Kosokuji temple is one of the best temple to visit to see beautiful flowers for any season.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Kaido blooms at April, and Ume blooms at end of February. No parking.
Entrance fee: 100 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. Enoden to Hase Station (10 min.)
2. walk north west (8 min.) yes204http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jogyoji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJogyoji TempleJogyoji temple (上行寺) is one of the Nichiren Buddhism temples in Kamakura. This temple starts at 1313. It was used to be health pray for Minamoto and Hojo vassals. This is very small temple, but there are nice carvings, especially dragon on the gate. There is also Seven Lucky gods for good luck, and Hariti for having baby, and protect form illness. You can join intoning a sutra very easily.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Small parking is available.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station
1. walk to Zushi (11 min.) yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_decadance_2008/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTokyo Decadance 2008Tokyo Decadance (東京デカダンス) is one of unique cosplay and performing club even. Not like Anime cosplay, more open and creative mixed cosplayers get gother in this event. There are Kawaii fashion, Lolita costume, sexy outfit, movie kinds character outfit, and any other interesting costumes. The concept of the event is the collaboration of Japanese unique culture and new interesting culture to make up totally new culture. If you are interested in the cosplay and crazy powerful club scene in Tokyo, check this out. They have great DJs who play cool music and there are many performers to make the event even much more interesting.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This is Tour events. If you want to join this even, keep your eyes on Tokyo-Decadance.
<b>Access</b>
This time it was held at Shibuya. yes115http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rainbow_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRainbow BridgeRainbow Bridge (レインボーブリッジ) is a suspension bridge crossing northern Tokyo Bay between the Shibaura Wharf and the Odaiba waterfront development in Minato Ward, Tokyo. It was completed in 1993. The bridge spans 570 meters (1870 ft) and carries three transportation lines: Metropolitan Expressway No. 11 Odaiba Route on the upper deck, and Route 357 (also known as "Rinkō Dōro", Portside Avenue) and the Yurikamome New Transit on the lower deck. You can enjoy great night scene of Tokyo from this bridge.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can access this bridge not only by car but also walking.
Open from 9:00 to 21:00 in summer, 10:00 to 18:00 in winter.
No fee.
<b>Acess</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Shinbashi (3 min.)
2. use Yurikamome Line to Shibaurafuto (7 min.)
3. walk to the bridge (5 min.) yes270http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoyogi_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL034.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL034.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYoyogi ParkYoyogi Park (代々木公園, yoyogikouen) is one of the largest parks in Tokyo, located adjacent to Harajuku Station and Meiji Shrine. It's a very popular spot for Japanese street performers and huge free market on weekend. The street performers you can enjoy here are dancers, buskers, painters or actors. Especially, the rock dancers at the entrance of the park are very famous. You can enjoy their dance with 70's fashion. Also, on the side street, there are many indie bands and musicians are playing music. In the park, you can also find many drummers performing.
The free market in Yoyogi park is the biggest free market regularly held in Tokyo. There are many food stands and catering. So, you can visit here with nothing, enjoy the performing, shop at free market, and eat, drink and relax at the least of the park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking and restroom are available. No BBQ allowed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station
1. use JR Yamanote line to Harajuku (2 min.)
2. walk south west (2 min.) yes192http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ochanomizu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL035.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL035.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOchanomizuOchanomizu (お茶の水) is a neighborhood in Chiyoda. It is also known as shopping district for music instruments. It is the best spot to buy your music instruments. Not only they have great guitars, but also they have installments like violins or wind instruments. You can find the band score book for Japanese music and songs here. There are many shops which has all kinds from great classic and antique guitars to low price guitars for the beginners. You can also sale your instruments here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Most of the shops close around 7 p.m.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Cho line to Ochanomizu (4 min.) yes130http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shin_okubo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL036.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL036.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShin-Okubo SummarizedShinokubo (新大久保) is the biggest Korean town and the asian ethnic minority town in Tokyo. You can find many Korean restaurants and food markets here. They also have many Korean shops, such as book stores, art work shops, clothe shops, and even they have drug stores. In Shinokubo, there are many other asian markets and restaurants. You can find great Than restaurants, Indian restaurants, and other asian resturants. New Metro line (Fukutoshin Line) is now running through Shiokubo. So, it is very hot spots where will blooming town in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Don't walk at mid-night. It's not safe like other area of Tokyo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Yamanote line to Shinokubo (2 min.) yes152http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sunshine60/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL037.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL037.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIkebukuro Sunshine60Ikebukuro (池袋), a part of Toshima ward, is a large commercial and entertainment district of Tokyo, Japan. Shinjuku, Shibuya and Ikebukuro is also known as the secound downtown of Tokyo. It is the terminal station which connects North side of Tokyo to Center of Tokyo with many railways. Many people of any generation visit Ikebukuro for shopping and entertainments.
Sun Shine 60 is the first skyscraper in Japan which has 60 stories high. It have great shopping mall on the grand level, and you can see great landscape of Tokyo from the observation floor of Sun Shine 60. There are many shopping streets around Sun Shine 60.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
New Metro line (Fukutoshin Line) is now running and connecting Ikebukuro to Shinjuku and Shibuya for the people from Saitama. The access become much smoother to other Second downtown of Tokyo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi line to Ikebukuro (17 min.) yes130http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sankeien/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSankeien GardenYokohama Sankeien (三溪園) is a garden presenting Japanese beauty and where you will meet elegance of four seasons and historic charm. Sankeien is a traditional and typical Japanese- style garden designed and landscaped by Sankei Hara. He preserved old building of historic importance from place such as Kyoto and Kamakura, removed them in this garden. In the garden, 17 old buildings of high historic value are skillfully arranged in harmony with the seasonal changes of the natural scenery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Entrance fee: 500 yen, 200 yen for kids, and 300 yen seniors.
Open 9:00 to 17:00 (close the gate at 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use City bus (35 min.) yes311http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sankeien_teahouse/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSankeien Tea HouseEnjoy the Japanese tea ceremony!
At the lobby in the Sankei Memorial in Sankeienm, they are supplying maccha green tea with an authentic procedure for making tea according to traditional manners. You can also experience making tea. The tea master will kindly teach you how to make tea.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
400 yen for maccha green tea and sweets. Ask them to experience tea making.
<b>Access</b>
It is located on Sankeien. yes288http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fudo_fall_mito/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFudo Waterfall in MitoFudo Waterfall (不動の滝, Fudonotaki) is 10m high. The water is coming from Takizawa river. The fall makes sometimes rainbow, and the scenery around the fall has 4 faces for each season.
This fall was used to prayed by villagers because they felt that holy sprits in this fall. Now days, people preserve the fall the way it was for long time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station
1. use JR Suigun Line to Nakafunyu Station (50 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.)yes84http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/namase_waterfall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNamase Waterfall in MitoNamase Fall (生瀬滝, namasedaki) is located deep side of Fukuroda fall. You can approach this fall from Fukuroda fall by walking hiking courses. You can also approach to the near fall by walking down the cliff. It is very small but the amount of the water is a lot.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
10 min from Fukuroda for observation deck.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Suigun Line to Fukuroda Station (1hr. 9min.)
2. use bus to Fukurodanotaki (15min.)
3. walk east (20min.)yes82http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chofukuji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfChofukuji TempleChofukuji Temple (東勝山長福寺) was built at 1029 by Baikanrishi by enshrining Buddha at Mt. Chofuku. It has a great gate which you can enter to 2nd floor. Not many temple allow people to enter the gate. This temple is also one of the 100 Eastern Temples of Flower. You can enjoy flower for each season.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
Enter fee for the gate: 200 yen.
For Flower garden: 300 yen.
There are parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station. (56 min.)
1. use JR Suigun Line to Kamiogawa Station (1hr. 9min.)
2. walk east 10 min.)yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukimatchi_waterfall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsukimachi Waterfall in MitoTsukimachi Falls (月待の滝, tsukimachinotaki) is located at far north of Ibaraki prefecture. It has 17m (53 ft.). There are three falls, two of them are called husband and wife falls, and after rain the third fall appears. The third fall was called child fall. So, these falls are prayed for having baby.
You can access to the behind the falls. At fall, you can enjoy great autumn color around this falls. In the winter, they will be frozen up.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There are parking, restaurants and gift shops.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Suigun Line to Shimonomiya Station (1hr. 45min.)
2. use bus to Fukurodanotaki (15min.)yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukuroda_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFukuroda WaterfallFukuroda Falls (袋田の滝, fukurodanotaki) is one of the three great falls in Japan, and also one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. It is located at Fukuroda, Ibaraki prefecture. It is the most favorite waterfalls in Japan. It is 73m (244 ft.) width and 120m (400 ft.) high, 4 steps falls. In the winter, the fall will be frozen up, and at fall, you can see great autumn color around the fall. You have visit four times to see all faces of this beautiful fall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
300 yen for observation deck. There are many parking, restaurants and gift shops around the fall. On September 2008, the new observation deck will open.
<b>Access</b>
0. Mito Station.
1. use JR Suigun Line to Fukuroda Station (1hr. 9min.)
2. use bus to Fukurodanotaki (15min.)yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/abe_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAbe WaterfallAbe Waterfall (阿倍の大滝, abenootaki) is one of 100 best waterfalls in Japan, and biggest fall in Shizuoka prefecture. It has about 90m high (300 ft.) and 16m width (53 ft.) As a straight fall, Abe Waterfall is one of the highest waterfall in Japan. The fall is located in deep side of Umegashima.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom. About 30min. hiking from the parking to the fall.
<b>Access</b>
0. Shizuoka Station
1. use local bus to Umegashimaonsen (2 hrs.)
2. walk east (30 min.) yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akamizu_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAkamizu WaterfallAkamizu Waterfall (赤水の滝, akamizunotaki) is located in higher level of Abe River in Shizuoka Prefecture. It is also called "Neck of Abegawa". I was made by Oyakuzure "the great land slide" at 1707. The rock blocked the river and became waterfall. By the time the fall was made, water colored red because of the rocks. That's way, this fall is called Akamizu which means "red water" in Japanese.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No restroom, but there is parking. You can see this fall from the observation hill.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station
1. use local bus to Akamizunotaki (2 hr.) yes97http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sandan_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUmegashima Sandan WaterfallSandan waterfall (三段の滝, sandannotaki) is the three steps waterfall located deep side of Umegashima. It very close from the hot spring place. It is also on the way of Yakoryo hiking course. It is very small fall, but nature around the fall is very beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can approach this fall by car, but not much parking space and end of the road is dead end. Park at the Umegashima, and walk because it is only 5 min. walk.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka station
1. use local bus to Umegashimaonsen (2 hr.)
2. walk north (5 min.) yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koigatakai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoigataki WaterfallKoigataki (鯉ヶ滝, or 恋仇) is the one of the waterfall located deepest side of Abe river. It was believed that engaged couple who couldn't get together in their life time becomes carps to be true husband and wife.
<b> Tourist Info.</b>
It is on the Abe mountain pass. You can't see this fall on the winter because road will be close. On summer, when the sky is clear, you can see great Mt. Fuji from the Mt.Pass.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka station
1. use local bus to Umegashimaonsen (2 hr.)
2. walk east (40 min.) yes91http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyakuzure/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOhya kuzureOyakuzure (大谷崩) is one of three great land slide in Japan. It happened by a big earthquake in 1707. It is 800m high and 1.8km wide. So far, about 120 million cubic meter of the rocks has slide. It has great view, but also very dangerous. When you hike this mountain, make sure you stay on the right track.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. It is also one of the hiking course in Umegashima. Finish your hiking before 16:00pm for sure.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use local bus to Akamizu (2 hr.)
2. walk north west (30 min.) yes145http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to Visit Japanese ShrineDon't get confused!
Temple and Shrine are different. Here is how to go and visit to Japanese Shrine.
Wash your hands and mouth. Take a water scoop on right hand and scoop water. Wash your left hand first, then wash right hand. Then Then wash your mouth. Don't directly wash your mouth from the scoop. Pour water on your hand then wash. Don't drink OK. This means cleaning your body and mind before you enter Shrine.
Don't enter the gate from the center. Center is for only Gods. You should walk the right side of the gate and the pass.
Ring the bell and athrow money inton offertory box. The bell call the God of the shrine. Make two deep bowing. Make your wish in your mind. Then make two claps. Then one more deep bowing.
That's it. Now you can make any wish at Japanese Shrine.yes73http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsushika_fireworks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL038.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL038.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKatsushika Firework FestaKatsushika Firework Festa.(第42回葛飾納涼花火大会) Vol.42.
The concept of the fireworks was "10 Dramatic States in Katsushika." So, there are 10 different segments which have unique concepts related to Katsushika. The audience seats and the launching area are very close, therefore you can enjoy great fireworks.
10,000 fireworks
350,000 visitors
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Nippori station. (4 min.)
2. use Keisei Line to Keisei Takasago station. (11 min.)
3. use Keisei Kanamachi Line to Shibamata. (3 min.)
4. walk north to Edo river (10 min.) yes291http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/odawara_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOdawara CastleOdawara Castle (小田原城, odawarajo) is located at Odawarain Kanagawa Prefecture. It is categorized as a hill castle built at 1417 by Oomori. During the Odawara battle which happened at 1590, Late Hojo, who was the owner of the castle at that time, made great walls which surrounded not only the castle but also his towm so that Odawara Castle became the biggest castle in the world. Current Tenshu (keep tower) is rebuilt at 1960.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Entrance fee for Tenshu: 400 yen. Open from 8:00 to 21:00.
There are history museum and art gallery in the park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido line to Odawara (7 min.)
2. walk South (10 min.)
yes240http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushiku_daibutsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUshiku DaibutsuThe Ushiku Daibutsu (牛久大仏), located in Ushiku, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan, is the world's tallest bronze statue. Completed in 1995, it stands a total of 120 meters (394 feet) tall, including the 10m high base and 10m high lotus platform. You can enter inside of the Greatest Buddha. An elevator takes visitors up to 85m off the ground, where an observation floor is located. It depicts Amitabha Buddha and is plated with bronze. This Great Buddha is belong to Pure Land Buddhism.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
When you visit here by public bus, last bus leave at 16:00, and there is no other transportation. Keep in mind about the last bus.
Entrance fee (just park): 500 yen for adult, 300 yen for kids.
Entrance fee (with inside tour of buddha): 800 yen for adult, 400 yen for kids.
In the winter time, fee will be little cheaper.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuchiura Station
1. use JR Joban Line to Ushiku (10 min.)
2. use local bus to Ushiku Josen (25 min.) yes318http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kijo_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKijo Park and Tsuchiura CastleKijo park (亀城公園, kijokoen) is public park located in the middle of Tsuchiura city. It was used to be Tsuchiura Castle. There are many buildings which preserved from the castle, such as East and West Tower, main gates, and water moats so that you can still imagine the shape of the castle. It is very open and quiet park. You can enjoy sports or relax here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is public restroom, and small zoo. No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuchiura Station
1. walk North East (15 min)yes181http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanagawa_newspaper_fireworks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKanagawa News Paper Fireworks23 rd Kanagawa News Paper Fireworks(神奈川新聞花火大会) has one of the great fireworks which has many Nishakudama (480m explosion size of Firework) fireworks. 250,000 people will join this firework festival, so the biggest yearly event in Yokohama. You will surprise with how huge sound those fireworks make. It is nice view with Yokohama Night view with great and huge fireworks.
8,000 fireworks
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Minatomirai Line to Minatomirai (4 min.)
2. walk east (10 min.) yes310http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kokyo_gaien/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL039.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL039.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfImperial Palace Outer GardenImperial Palace Outer Garden (皇居外苑, kokyogaien, kokyo gai en) is located the center of Tokyo. It is part of the Imperial Palace, but it widely opened for public since 1949. It was used be Edo Castle for Tokugawa Shogun. Therefore many historical buildings are still parts of the palace and garden. In Imperial Palace Outer Garden, there are many great gates such as Sakurada-mon, Sakashita-mon, Kikyo-mon, and Oote-mon. Also, many keep towers, Fushimi-yagura, Fujimi-yagura and Tatsumi-yagura. With those great buildings from Edo Castle, You can feel the Edo period was like.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many restriction to use this park, and police are all over. Not a kind of park where you can have family B.B.Q.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. walk west (10 min.) yes320http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiromu_ito/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHiromu Ito : Katazome HangaThe harmony of Classic method of Japanese Art and modern style of designing!
Stencil Dyeing which called "Katazome Hanga (型染版画)" in Japanese is the collaboration and new style of the traditional Art form. Stencil Dyeing was used be the method for designing Edo Komon (江戸小紋) which is Japanese traditional cloth, Okinawa Bingata (沖縄紅型). Those styles often closely resemble the rich Edo emotive color schemes using patterns, characters, and other motifs.
Katazome Hanga is using traditional Japanese Stencil Dyeing to print Japanese paper to creating beautiful printmaking art work. It will produce beautiful pictures and Japanese typography.
Mr. Hiromu Ito sensei is one of the greatest stencil dyeing artist, who has not just simply succeeded the stencil dyeing techique but has also made a distinction from the established traditional style to create a new Japanese art .
Official Retailer web site : <a href="http://www.warakutaya.com/" target="_blank">http://www.warakutaya.com/</a> yes426http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawaguchi_lake_fireworks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake Kawaguchi Firework FestaLake Kawaguchi Firework Festa(河口湖湖上祭) is the biggest and last firework festa in Fuji five lakes. The great view of Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi, this fireworks is very unique and beautiful. Festival starts the day before the fireworks. On this previous day, they have dance performing, and fireworks.
5,000 fireworks from 50 station.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking space. All the road around Lake Kawaguchi will be controlled.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. walk north (10 min.)yes175http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kofu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKofu CastleKofu Catle(甲府城, kofujo) is located at Maizurujo Park (舞鶴城公園) in Yamanashi Prefecture. Maizurujo Park is loved by people in Yamanashi as a place of rest and relaxation. Kofu Castle was built under the order of Hideyoshi Toyotomi in about 1600 A.D. In those days, gold-foild tiles and stone were used. The ruins of the castle, approximately 6 choubu (6.2 ha), were designated as a Yamanashi Historic Site. It keeps its appearance from 400 years ago until now as the ruins of Kofu Castle. The stone walls remain in Kofu Castle are beautiful and preserved the way they were used be.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking for individual visitors. Many restrooms. You can enter the Inari Yagura Tower from 9:00 to 16:00, and it closes on Monday. Fee is free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Kofu Station
1. walk south (2 min.) yes288http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/senga_waterfall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSenga WaterfallSenga waterfall (仙峨滝, sengataki)
Senga waterfall is one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan located Syosenkyo Valley in Yamanashi Prefecture. It has about 30m (100 ft.) high.
The fall is formed by the great rocks. The mist from the fall and scenes of rocks make cool air around the fall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are free parking and restrooms. It is very tight location but many gift shops and restaurants are opened around the fall.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Kofu Staition
1. use local bus to Sengataki, Shosenkyo.
2. walk north (5 min.) yes172http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kitanomaru_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL040.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL040.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKitanomaru ParkKitanomaru Park (北の丸公園, kitanomarukouen) is a part of The Imperial Palace Outer Garden, and used be a part of Edo Castle. It is located north side of the Imperial Palace. Kitanomaru Park is an important woodland garden situated in the center of Tokyo. The park which continues on into the northern part of the Imperial Palace is planted with many broadleafed evergreen trees. There are Nihonbudokan (日本武道館) and Science Museum (科学技術館) in Kitanomaru Palace. You can enjoy wild life, fish and birds in the moats and New purification System. There are two great gate from Edo Castle which still preserved in great shape.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking and restroom are available. There is also a restaurant. No exercise are allowed. Only, jogging are OK.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Ootemachi (1 min.)
2. use Hanzomon Line to Kudanshita (4 min.)
3. walk west (2 min.) yes252http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asagaya_tanabata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL041.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL041.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAsagaya Tanabata FestivalAsagaya is located west side of Tokyo. In the first week of August, there is "Asagaya Tanabata festival (阿佐ヶ谷七夕祭り, asagayatanabatamatsurhi) which is one of the three major "Tanabata(七夕)" festival in Japan. It has the history more then 50 years. In the purl Center which is Asagaya shopping avenue there are many paper sculptures which made by local kids and shop owners in the avenue. All of them are very unique and every year, they have competition for those paper sculptures.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This festival opens closely about one week in the first full week of August. There are hundreds of food stand and other shops in this festival.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Asagaya Station (11 min.)yes173http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shibuya_scramble/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL042.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL042.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShibuya Pedestrian ScrambleShibuya Pedestrian Scramble Crossing (渋谷スクランブル交差点) is the most famous pedestrian scramble in the world. It is located at Hachiko Square in Shibuya, Tokyo. On the weekend, hundreds of people are crossing for each signal change for all day long. There is no other place has such a constant mess of people.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many high angle spot you can see the Scramble Crossing.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station
1. walk to Hachiko (1 min.) yes158http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tamura_shuzou/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL043.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL043.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTamura Sake BreweryTamura Brewery (田村酒造所, tamurasyuzojo) is the one of the oldest Sake Brewery in Tokyo which opened at 1822 by Mr. Kanjiro Tamura. The name of their brand "Kasen" is named from their well water from Chichibu-Okutama water. The water is the best quality for making Sake. They still use the same well which bored about 200 years ago.
The favorite Sake in Tamura Brewery, is "Maboroshi no Sake." It is Honjozo-sake(本醸造酒). The ideal of "Maboroshi no Sake" is the best quality with reasonable price.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are free Brewery tour with free tasting. Especially visit from Nov. to April, you can enjoy real Sake making process. You have to make an appointment for tour.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Chuo Line (Ome Line) to Fussa (46 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.) yes393http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyosumi_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL048.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL048.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKiyosumi GardenKiyosumi Garden (清澄庭園, kiyosumiteien) is a Japanese style garden located in east side of Tokyo. It has very famous collections of Japanese stones and rocks. In the center of the garden, there is a pond and many different kinds of gardens which represent the seasons of Japan around the pond. This surrounding style of garden is Called "Kaiyushikirinsenteien (回遊式林泉庭園)." Mr. Kinokuniya found this garden at 1716. Therefore, their are many classical features in this garden. You can also enjoy beautiful flowers of all season in this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry is 16:30)
Fee: adult 150 yen over-65 70 yen, under 7th grade fee.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Otemachi (2 min.)
2. use Hanzomon Line to Kiyosumishirakawa (10 min.)
3. walk west (3 min.)yes254http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/meiji_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL045.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL045.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMeiji Jingu ShrineCheck out one of the most famous and visited Shirin, Meiji Jingu (明治神宮). Meiji Jingu Shrine is dedicated to the divine souls of Emperor Meiji and his consort Empress Shoken.
Emperor Meiji passed away in 1912 and Empress Shoken in 1914. After their demise, people wished to commemorate their virtues and to venerate them forever. So they donated 100,000 trees from all over Japan and from overseas, and they worked voluntarily to create this forest. Thus, thanks to the sincere heart of the people, this shrine was established on November 1, 1920.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
There is a parking space.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku (5 min.)
2. walk west (2 min.) yes315http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiba_rikyu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL049.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL049.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKyu Shibarikyu GardenKyu Shibarikyu Garden is one of the oldest garden in Japan located right next to Hamamatucho Station in Tokyo. It takes the typical style garden which is "Kaiyushikiizumiteien, 回遊式泉水庭園," means pond surrounded style of garden. The stones and island are the strong feature of this garden. This garden starts originally at 1655 as the garden of Tadatomo Okubo, and becomes public park at 1924. Also, it was chosen as one of the place of Japanese scenery in 1979.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 150 yen, 70 yen for over 65, and free for kids.
There is archery range.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Hamamatsucho Station (5 min.)
2. walk east (2 min.) yes260http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hama_rikyu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL047.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL047.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHamarikyu GardenHamarikyu Garden (Hamarikyuuonshiteien, 浜離宮恩賜庭園) is Japanese style of garden located in Shiodome Tokyo. It was used to be separate garden for Shogun Tokugawa, and also it was the fort of Edo city during the Edo period. Then, it became a part of Imperial garden. In 1946, it was opened for public. It has traditional style of garden, great pond and flower gardens. In the middle of pond, there are tea house where you can enjoy Japanese tea. This garden was chosen as the special place of Japanese scenery and special place of historic monument.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 300 yen, 150 yen for over 65, free for kids.
This park was well designed for handy cap people. There are flat road for wheelchair person.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Shinbashi Station (3 min.)
2. walk east (10 min.) yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/marunouchi_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL044.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL044.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMarunouchi OndoMarunouchi Ondo (丸の内音頭) is the biggest summer festival which you can enjoy Bon Odori Dance (盆踊り) in Tokyo. It held in Hibiya park which is located in the center of Tokyo. It started from 2003. See and join Japanese Bon Odori Dance. They have all kinds of Bon Odori songs of Tokyo. On the other side, there are many food stands. So, you can enjoy Bon Odori Dance and eat great Japanese food.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The festival hold at the end of August. About 20,000 people join.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Kasumigaseki (4 min.)
2. walk east (2 min.) yes183http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinjuku_gyoen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL046.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL046.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShinjuku Gyoen National GardenShinjuku Gyoen National Garden (新宿御苑, shinjuku gyoen) is a large Garden park located in East side of Shinjuku. It has not only Japanese style garden, but it also has British style and French style gardens. Especially British style garden has huge open field. If you feel tight in Tokyo air, visit this garden to relax. This garden is originally built around the beginning of Edo period. In 1906, it became a part of Imperial Garden, and opened public in 1949. It has very unique scenery which has great view of gardens with Shinjuku Skyscraper as the background. It has great collection of flowers for all seasons. Especially in the spring, you can enjoy great Sakura in this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 200 yen, 50 yen for kids.
Open Hours: 9:00 to 16:30 (Last admission at 16:00)
There is parking space.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Shingukugyoenmae (2 min.)
2. walk south (1 min.) yes302http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koenji_awaodori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL050.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL050.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoenji AwaodoriKoenji Awaodori (高円寺阿波踊り) is one of the three major summer festivals in Tokyo. It holds at Toenji Station. Awaodori is actually traditional dance of Tokushima, but Koenji Shopping Street started as promotion in 1957. Now it is one of the three major summer festival in Tokyo. As Awaodori Festival, the biggest festival in eastern area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is traffic regulation. On the side street, there are many food stands opens.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Koenji Station (12 min.) yes174http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gotemba_sunrize/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSunrise to Mt. Fuji from GotenbaMt. Fuji with beautiful Sun rise at Gotenba. Gotenba is one of the best view spot of Mt. Fuji. Especially, the red Mt. Fuji with Sun rise is the only Gotenba's speciality. Many people made a great pictures of this red Mt.Fuji, including Hokusai Katsushika who is the great Ukiyoe artist in the world. Mt. Fuji is not just seasonable, but also it will change his face in one day. The red Mt. Fuji and red background silhouette in either sunrise or sunset depend on the location.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can find almost everywhere view spots like this video clip in Gotenba
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Numazu (20 min.)
2. use JR Gotenba Line to Gotenba (30 min.) yes89http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asakusa_samba/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL051.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL051.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAsakusa Samba CarnivalAsakusa Samba Carnival (淺草サンバカーニバル)is the one of the three major summer festival in Tokyo. Like Samba Carnival at Brazil, great sexy dancers with Samba costume shows exciting Samba Dance. More than 20 great dance teams around Asakusa will join this Carnival. Check out the Samba Rhythm with hot, sexy and interesting dancers with great original songs and music.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Many audience will wait long time before to take a great view spot. If you want to see this festival in good spot, you should come and wait at least 2 hours before the Carnival starts.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. use Ginza Line to Asakusa (6 min.) yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/todoroki_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL052.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL052.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTodoroki ValleyTodoriki Valley (等々力渓谷, todorokikeikoku) is located in Setagaya, Tokyo. It goes 1 km with Yazawa river. This is the only Valley in Tokyo Metropolis and has about 10m high. There are many trees, flowers, fishes and wild birds. Not like other nature of Tokyo Downtown which is mostly artificial nature, the nature of Todoroki valley is the real nature preserved for long time. In the valley, there are many water springs and even small waterfall at Todoroki Temple. This valley is chosen as one of the place of scenery in Tokyo, and one of the best place for walking, especially in summer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are no parking, but there is restroom. On the weekend, many people visit this valley and enjoy walking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Keihin Tohoku Line to Oimati (15 min.)
2. use Tokyu Oimachi Line to Todoroki (18 min.)
3. walk west (3 min.) yes212http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koishikawa_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL053.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL053.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoishikawa Korakuen GardenKoishikawa Korakuen Garden (小石川後楽園) is Japanese style garden in Tokyo and the one of the special place of scenery, and also the special historic places of Japan. The garden is located right next to Tokyo Dome, but it was built much earlier than Tokyo Dome. It was originally built in 1629 by Mitsukuni Tokugawa. Korakuen is the oldest of all the gardens in Tokyo and it is a typical stroll-graden built in early days of the Tokugawa Era. In the central part of Korakuen, there is a placid lakelet with winding walks running around, stone lanterns, trees and arched bridges arranged skillfully in harmony with their surroundings.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry at 16:30)
Fee: 300 yen for adults, 150 for seniors, fee for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Korakuen (14 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.) yes245http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rikugien_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL054.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL054.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRikugien GardenRikugien Garden (六義園) is Japanese style garden in Tokyo and one of the special place of scenery. Rikugien was established in 1702 by feudal lord Yoshiyasu Yanagisawa who was well-know for his literary accomplishments. The name RIkugien was taken from the six principles of composing Japanese waka poetry which were derived from an ancient Chinese book "Mao-Chin."
It is typical "Kai-yu(Go-round)" style garden with, 88 spots of literary significance arranged along a path surrounding a pond with an islet. Rikugien is also famous for Azalea flowers and Shidare-Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry at 16:30)
Fee: 300 yen for adults, 150 for seniors, fee for kids.
Free tour guide: Japanese only
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station
1. use JR Yamanote line to Komagome (6 min.)
2. walk south (3 min.) yes225http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yushima_tenjin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL056.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL056.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYushima Tenjin Yushima Tenmangu (湯島天満宮) also known as Yushimatenjin (湯島天神) is a Shinto shrine which originally established in 458 in order to worship Ameno-tajikaraono-mikoto (天之手力雄命),one of deities appears in the Japanese myths. Later, in February 1355, the spirit of Sugawara Michizane (菅原道真公), a historical figure, was also enshrined to venerate his extraordinary virtue as a scholar. The shrine is very famous for praying for God of Learning. Especially, many students visit this shrine to pray for the success of passing exam.
<b>Visitor Info.</b>
This is the shrine for God of leaning and education. Visit this shrine to pray for your success in the area of education. No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Okachimachi (6 min.)
2. walk west (8 min.) yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yasukuni_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL055.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL055.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYasukuni ShrineYasukuni Shrine (靖国神社, yasukuni jinja) is located in the center of Tokyo Metropolis. It was established in 1869 by Emperor Meiji for loyal citizens who had died for Meiji Restoration. The name "Yasukuni," selected by Emperor Meiji in the hope that Japan would be at peace for eternity, meanse "preserving peace for the nation." Currently, more than 2,460,000 divinities are worshipped here. Not only people and soldiers from Meiji Restoration, but also soldiers who were killed in action in the conflicts of the Meiji, Taishio, and Showa eras. Also female and child divinities are enshrined as well. It is very importance shrine for all Japanese. The divinities enshrined at Yasukuni Shrine went to battle and made the ultimate sacrifice - their lives. Japanese own the peace and prosperity they enjoy today to the divinities of Yasukuni Shrine.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
open: 6:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. walk to Otemachi Station for Tozai Line (3 min.)
2. use Tozai Line to Kudanshita (4 min.)
3. Walk northwest (5 min.) yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_restroom/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to use Japanese RestroomThe biggest surprise for foreign travelers in Japan is the Japanese style restroom. It is unbelievably unique so that almost all travelers freak out when they see it. Don't worry, let me explain how you can overcome this crisis. First, step over and face the raise. Loosen up the belt. If you wear skirt, bring it higher. Drop the pants and under wear together, and take a crouching posture. Be careful, if you put some items like wallet in back pocket, they might drop. So, drop pants slowly.
If there is holder pipe placed in front of you, you can use that to hold your weight. When you finish, you wipe your bottom from behind, then stand up and put your pants and under war back.
That's it!
Don't forget to flush! yes63http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakitagawa_river/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKakitagawa riverKakitagawa River (柿田川) is the river located in South part of Mt. Fuji in Shizuoka Prefecture. Kakitagawa is the one of three major rivers of Japan. It is also spring spot. Source of the water is the rainfall and snow on Mt. Fuji and amount of water spring 7,000 thousand to one million ton litters of water (30 billion gallons of water) everyday which is the biggest spring in asian district. Not just about the amount of water, it is also very pure and tasty water. The rainfall on Mt. Fuji spring here in Kakitagawa River.
It is very beautiful river you can find in Kanto. You will surprise when you see how high transparency the water has.
There are many restaurants which uses the water of Kakitagawa River. You can also drink it and take it home!
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking spots and restroom. You can enjoy eating great food made by water of Kakitagawa river.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. take local bus to Kakitagawa koen (15 min.) yes248http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hachioji_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL057.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL057.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHachioji CastleHachioji Castle (八王子城跡, hachioji joato) is one of the ruins of a castle located in Hachioji, Tokyo. Because the condition of the ruins of the castle is very well preserved, it is chosen as one of the 100 best castles of Japan. Hachioji Castle is categorized as a mountain castle. It was used to be the castle of Hojo family. It fell when the Odawara Castle fell by Hideyoshi Toyotomi. Many of Hojo people dod "Harakiri" at this castle. So, because of historical background, this castle is also well know as the haunted place. Otherwise, it is nice castle ruins for Hiking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space which close at 17:00. Restroom is also available.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Takao (45 min.)
2. use local bust to Reienmae (10 min.)
3. walk east (20 min.)
yes221http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/vietnam_festa08/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL058.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL058.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfVietnam Festival 2008Vietnam Festival '08 was held at Yoyogi Park on September 20 and 21, 2008. This year is the 35 anniversary for starting great friendship between Japan and Vietnam. The relationship between Japan Vietnam is been wonderful in the area of economy and business. Now, time to expand that great relationship to the area of Japanese and Vietnamese people and culture. The goal of this festival is to introduce the beautiful culture of Vietnam to not only Japanese people but to the all countries.
You can enjoy Vietnamese food, music and culture in this festival. 130 shops were opened in this even.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Held in 2008 : 9/19 17:00~20:00 9/20 10:00~20:00 9/21日 10:00~20:00 at Yoyogi Park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku (4 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.) yes346http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kameari_koen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL059.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL059.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKameari - kochikameKameari (亀有)is famous town because the very popular comic "Kochikame, こち亀" forced on this town. Kameari is located on the east end of Tokyo right next Chiba prefecture. At north side of Kameari station, there is police station which is model of the police station in the comic. Kochikame runs more than 30 years and has over 1500 episodes which is the longest running comic in Japan. Kochikame is the fiction but most of the story is based on the real life in the period. There is real Kameari-Koen park which the police station of Ryosan who is the main character of Kochikame is suppose to be. If you are big fun of "Kochikame, こちら葛飾区亀有公園前派出所," visit Kameari to see the true Kochikame world.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is Ryo-san's statue in front of Kameari station.
<b>Access</b>
0. Ueno Station
1. use JR Joban line to Kitasenju (11 min.)
2. use Chiyoda line to Kameari (7 min.) yes132http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryugenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL060.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL060.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRyugenji TempleRyugenji temple(龍源寺) is Buddhist temple located in Mitaka City, Tokyo. It is very famous temple where the tombs of Isami Kondo (近藤勇) and his family is located. Kondo is the commander of Shinsengumi (新撰組) which is the most famous and favorite Samurai force in the end of Edo period. After Meiji Restoration, Shinsengumi was fallen and Kondo was guillotined. After his execution, his family brought his body here and made made tomb. Now, as one of the bravest samurai, many people still visit his tomb and feel the turbulent and last period of Samurai. The greatest Samurai rest in peace at Ryugenji Temple.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking for the visitors. This is the religious place, so be careful when you visit this temple and Kondo's tomb.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use Keio Line to Chofu (16 min.)
2. use local bus to Kokaidomae (10 min.)
3. walk west (15 min.) yes52http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kondo_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL061.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL061.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBirthplace of Isami KondoChofu and Mitaka is the are where people of Shinsengumi (新撰組) were born and trained. Kondo Shrine is the birth place of Isami Kondo (近藤勇) who is the commander of Shinsengumi. Miyakawa family which Kondo's real family was one of the biggest and powerful family in this area. Now, only very small spot including the well where Kondo was born are still preserved. This is the beginning of Shinsengumi. There is the original Dojo of "Tennenrishinryu, 天然理心流" right in front of the Kondo Shrine. The spot is very small, but it is historically very important. In this area, you can see the pass of Kondo's life from the beginning to the end.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Check this shrine, Dojo and his tomb at once. There are important historical traces in this area.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use Keio Line to Chofu (16 min.)
2. use local bus to Kokaidomae (10 min.)
3. walk west (20 min.) yes88http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nogawa_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL062.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL062.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNogawa ParkNogawa Park (野川公園, nogawakoen) is the park located in Koganei and Mitaka in Tokyo. The Nogawa River run through the middle of the park. You can enjoy catching fish and any water animals in this river. So, one of the best park for family activities. On the weekend, many families come here enjoy B.B.Q and play on the field. In the nature park, there is the habitat of firefly, so many people visit this park at the end of summer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many play facilities for kids, B.B.Q space. There is parking(Pay) and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use Keio Line to Chofu (16 min.)
2. use local bus to Kokaidomae (10 min.)
3. walk west (20 min.) yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/musashino_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL063.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL063.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMusashino ParkMusashino Park (武蔵野公園, musashinokoen) is the park located in Koganei and Fuchu in Tokyo. The Nogawa River run through this park. On the riverside, there are great grass field where you can play. Also, this park has great B.B.Q spot. On the weekend many people visit this park and enjoy B.B.Q. There is Whole Hill on the riverside. You can also enjoy many flowers of each season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking(Pay) and restroom. It has nice B.B.Q. facilities.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use Keio Line to Chofu (16 min.)
2. use local bus to Kokaidomae (10 min.)
3. walk west (30 min.) yes168http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lk_okutama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL064.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL064.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake OkutamaLake Okutama(奥多摩湖, okutamako) is the biggest artificial lake in Tokyo and the largest one in Japan as Reservoir. Lying above the Ogochi Dam. The real name of Lake Okutama is the Ogochi Reservoir. Ogochi Dam was built in 1957 and it was the biggest dam in the world at that time. There are many tourist attractions around the lake. As the Oasis of Tokyo down town, many people visit lake Okutama to feel and enjoy nature.
<b>Touris Info.</b>
You can enjoy fishing and hiking around Lake Okutama. Many hotels, gift shop and restaurants are placed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tachikawa Station
1. use JR Ome Line to Okutama (1hr. 20 min.)
2. use Bus to Ogochi dam (15 min.) yes169http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsuchiura_fireworks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsuchiura All Japan Fireworks CompetitionTsuchiura All Japan Fireworks Competition(土浦全国花火競技大会) is the biggest firework festival in the world. It is the last fireworks festa held on October in Japan. This is the competition of firework designers. Each year, the firework designers bring their new products and compete others. So, all of these new fireworks will be fired next year. See and experience the cutting edge of digital fireworks.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stand and temporary restroom everywhere. There is car restriction.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Tsuchiura Station.
1. walk northwest (20 min.) yes305http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/imado_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL065.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL065.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfImado ShrineImado Shrine (今戸神社, imadojinja) is the Japanese shrine located in Imado where north part of Tokyo Asakusa. It is one of the Shichifukujin(七福神) Shines of Asakusa, and enshrined Joeroku(福禄寿). The history of the shrine begins at 1063 by Yoshitomo Minamoto and Yoshiie Minamoto. It is very famous for the birth place of fortune cat (招き猫, manekineko), and last place of Soji Okita(沖田総司), the greatest samurai warrior of Shinsengumi(新撰組). Now, it is well known as good luck shrine for love and marriage. There are many good luck items for love and marriage with fortune cat.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Small but interesting and historically important place. Many interesting fortune cats you can buy.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. use Ginza line to Asakusa (5 min.)
2. walk north (15 min.) yes181http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsuchiyamashoden_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL066.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL066.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMatsuchiyamashoden TempleMatsuchiyamashoden temple (待乳山聖天) is the buddhist temple located in north Asakusa in Tokyo. Honryuin (本龍院) is actual name of the temple. It is belong to Shokannon Buddhism. Main temple is the Sensoji, Asakusa. This temple also enshrines Bishamonten (毘沙門天) who is one of the Seven Lucky Gods, therefore it is also count as one of the Seven Lucky Gods temple in Asakusa. There is beautiful Japanese garden and art gallery which has great water painting arts. Many people visit this temple to perform the ascetic practices with Yokuyu Kito style. Daikon (Japanese radish) and Kinchaku (Cutpurse) are the pray items of this temple.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
No parking. On January 7, there is Daikon festival which pray your health and life, and you can eat delicious Furofuki Daikon for free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. use Ginza line to Asakusa (5 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.) yes156http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takao_san/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL067.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL067.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. Takao Mount Takao (高尾山) is a 600 metre high mountain located in Hachioji, Tokyo and is said to be one of 100 best landscapes in Japan. The Michelin Guide also rates it as a three star attraction; their highest ranking. It is the most popular mountain in Tokyo, so although the mountain is a long way to the west, there's still convenient public transportation making it very easy to visit for hiking. On the top of mountain, there is a twelve hundred year old temple and you can enjoy great views of Mount Fuji on a clear day. There are seven hiking routes to climb this mountain, and cable car is also available if you're not feeling that energetic. Mount Takao is a great mountain for a one day hike with easy access from Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking space, shops and restaurants.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. Use Keio Line to Takaosanguchi (50 min.) yes232http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/manazuru_misaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCape ManazuruCape Manazuru (真鶴岬, manazuru misaki) is the cape located the south part of Kanagawa prefecture. There is Three Great Rocks (名勝三ツ石) which looks like the crane. The forest of the cape is also chosen as 100 best forest in Japan. The forest has many old pine trees which, some of them, are over 300 years old. You can see great Sagami Bay and Izu peninsula from the cape. Manazuru town is also well know as fish market. You can eat great fish food when you visit this cape.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking and visitors center at the cape.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Yugahara (20 min.)
2. use local bus to Cape Manazuru (10 min.) yes158http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/doi_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDoi CastleDoi Castle (土肥城, doijo) is the ruins of mountain castle in Hakone mountain. This castle was placed at the top of Mt. Shiroyama which has 400m high. Sanehira Doi who is one of the warrior of Yoritomo Minamoto built this castle during 12th century. Because this castle was very important for battle, this castle was used until 16th century. Many ruins are still keep the original condition.
You can enjoy great view of Izu and Manazuru Peninsula. Nice mountain for hiking with history near by Hakone and Atami.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking at the beginning of hiking course.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Yugahara (24 min.)
2. walk north west (1 hr.) yes86http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shieikan_dojo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL068.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL068.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShieikan DojoShieikan Dojo (試衛館) is the ruins where Tennenrishinryu Dojyo (天然理心流) is used be. Tennenrishinryu is one of the most popular sword style in Japan today. The major sword masters of Shinsengumi (新撰組) such as Isami Kondo(近藤勇), Toshizo Hijikata(土方歳三), and Soji Okita(沖田総司) were trained this sword style. In this Dojo other sword masters like Hajime Saito(斉藤一) and Shinpachi Nagakura (永倉新八) were also belong to this dojo as guest sword masters. There is only the road and Inari shrine is still the same as when they were here. However, about 150 years ago, many great Samurai were here to train their sword.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is only sign, shrine and the road is there.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku station
1. use Toei Oedo Line to Ushigomeyanagimachi (6 min.)
2. walk south (3 min.) yes74http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bettara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL069.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL069.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBettara Ichi FestivalBettara Ichi (べったら市) is the food festival with Ebisu Shrine at Nihonbashi, Tokyo. It started in the middle of Edo period. The main attraction of this festival is Bettara which is pickled japanese radish. This festival holds every October 19th and 20th. There are over 300 food stands which sell Bettara, japanese spice, and other typical foods of festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can try Bettara for free, and if you like it you can buy it. No restroom. No Cars allowed during the festival
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Keiyo Line to Shin-Nihonbashi (4 min.)
2. walk east (3 min.) yes188http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oshi_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOshi castleOshi Castle (忍城, oshijo) is one of seven major castle in Kanto located in Gyoda, Saitama. Originally, it was built around end of 15th century. Currently, rebuild the main Keep tower, however the some of the sand wall is still preserved. It is very small flatland type castle, but it has all components of castle such as moat, tower, stone wall, and the gate. In the history of Japanese war period, this castle has never be fallen.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There is parking, close at 16:30. There is also history museum in the castle.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Saitama Station
1. use JR Takasahki Line to Kumagaya (42 min.)
2. use Chichibu Line to Gyodashi (8 min.)
3. walk south (15 min.) yes153http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hachigata_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHachigata CastleHachigata Castle (鉢形城, hachigatajo) is the ruin of the hilltop castle in Yorii, Saitama. The hill, moat and wall is still preserved well so that you can imagine the original shape of this castle. This castle is one of the excellent castle because the during the Hideyoshi’s Kanto War, it keep over there months surrounded by 35,000 warriors of Kagekatsu Uesugi and Toshiie Maeda with only 3,000 people of protectors. When you see this castle from inside and outside, you will see why this castle was hard to attack.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, closed at 5 pm.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station
1. use JR Takasaki Line to Kmagaya (42 min.)
2. use Chichibu Line to Yorii (28 min.)
3. walk south (15 min.) yes234http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukutaro_hayafune/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFukutaro Hayafune : Bamboo CraftBamboo craftwork is one of the traditional designing form started in Kyoto.
It is used for many area from Japanese garden to "Kabuki acting." Mr. Hayafune is the one of the greatest bamboo craftman with over 60 years of his career. His work still is what he can create with bamboo for all requests from his clients. Bamboo craftwork is mostly used for designing Japanese garden. However, his artwork is also stage designing especially for "Kabuki" acting. Doing the best is his policy. Whenever you see bamboo craftworks in Japanese style garden.yes495http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ikaho_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIkaho OnsenIkaho onsen (伊香保温泉) is the hot spring spot in Gunma. Like Kusatsu, it is very popular spot for Onsen in Gunma. Around the hot spring, there are many hotels which use the Hot spring water. There are many tourist attractions in this Onsen town. Especially, around the stone stairs, many hotels, spas, restaurants and entertainments you can enjoy. This stone stairs were built in the war period, 16th century. Ikaho Onsen has great autumn tints.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking spots. In the end of October to middle of october. There is lighting up for autumn tints.
<b>Access.</b>
0. at Shin Maebashi Station
1. use JR Agatsuma line to Shibukawa (14 min.)
2. use local bus to Ikaho (20 min.) yes226http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_haruna/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake HarunaLake Haruna (榛名湖, harunako) is the caldera lake and leis near the summit of Mt. Haruna in Gunma. In the summer, people enjoy camping and fishing. You can also enjoy boat riding for all season. In the Fall, there is beautiful autumn tint with Mt. Haruna. In the winter, the lake will be frozen up and people enjoy ice fishing and affords skating for wakasagi.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There are many parking. Hotels and restaurants are also available.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Joetsu Line to Takasaki (14 min.)
2. use bus to Lake Haruna (90 min.) yes128http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akagi_yama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. AkagiMt. Akagi (赤城山) is all inclusive term for multiple volcanos in the center of Gunma. There is no mountain named Akagi. However, the mountains around caldera lake are called Mt. Akagi. Mt. Akagi is one of the 100 best mountains and 100 best landscape of Japan. Caldera lake is located 1300 m of sea level and surrounded by the mountains. It has great autumn tint in this mountain. It starts in the middle of October. There are many hiking courses for those mountains.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is visitors center and hotels. You can enjoy sky in the winter.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use local bus to Akagi Onsen (3 hrs.) yes119http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/agatsuma_keikoku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAgatsuma ValleyAgatsuma Valley (吾妻渓谷, agatsumakeikoku) is one of the valley which chosen as the best land scape of Japan, and located in Gunma. It is very beautiful valley with many hiking courses. Especially, in the fall, you can enjoy great autumn tint. However, the valley is very high angle slope, so many people have accidents and lost their life. So, you have to be very careful when you enjoy hiking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking but no restroom. In the fall, you can enjoy great autumn tint.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Agatsuma Line to Kawaharayuonsen (1 hr. 5 min.)
2. walk east (20 min.) yes160http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_akaya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake AkayaLake Akaya (赤谷湖, akayako) is one of the 100 best dam lakes in Japan located in north Gunma. This dam is drinking water for Tokyo. There is hot spring spots around the lake, so Akayako is Onsen spot, Sarugakyo Onsen(猿ケ京温泉), in north Gunma. In spring, you can enjoy Sakura, and in the fall there is beautiful autumn tint. All the mountain you can see from the lake will be changed its color to red and yellow in fall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom in the lake. You can enjoy hot spring spa around the lake.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station
1. use JR Ryoge line to Takasaki (15 min.)
2. use JS Joetsu Shinkansen to Jomokougen (17 min.)
3. use bus to Akayakoyes80http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tomyozaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCape TomyozakiCape Tomyo (燈明崎, toumyozaki) is the cape in Uraga, Kanagawa. In the Edo Period, there is the Japanese style lighthouse for over 220 years. From over 7.2 km of distance, ship could see this light. Currently, the base rock are still the original shape and the lighthouse was rebuilt in 1988. There is beach in this cape. You can enjoy great view of Tokyo Bay.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kurihama (10 min.)
2. Walk east (30 min.)yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kannnon_zaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCape KannonCape Kannon (観音崎, kannonzaki) is located in Yokosuka, Kanagawa. Entire cape is a national park, and it has many historical ruins and monuments. This cape was a fort with several batteries in the end of Edo Period. Because Cape Kannon is located the entrance of Tokyo Bay, this fort was very important for protecting Edo. Those ruins of the fort are still well preserved.
Also, this cape was the first place where Godzilla stepped in Japanese land.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is lighthouse which you can get up and have a great view of Tokyo Bay. Many people visit here for BBQ and fishing. There is parking space.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station
1. walk south to Itsumi Station (10 min.)
2. use Keikyu Line to Uraga (16 min.)
3. use Keikyu Bus to Kannonzakiyes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakatsu_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNakatsu ValleyNakatsu Valley (中津峡, nakatsukyo) is the valley located in Okuchichibu, Saitama prefecture. This valley is one of the most popular spot with autumn tint, best to visit in early November. Entire valley is about 10 km long, and 100 m high. It is best scenery of landscape of Saitama. You can enjoy camping, fishing and hiking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many observation spot, and some of them have restroom and gift shop.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station
1. use JR Shonanshinjuku Line to Kumagaya (30 min.)
2. use Chichibu Line to Sanpoguchi (40 min.)
3 use local bus to Osuberi (1 hr.) yes310http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_okuchichibu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake Okuchichibu MomijiLake Okuchichibu Momiji (奥秩父もみじ湖, okuchichibumomijiko) is dam lake with Takizawa dam. It is located in Okuchichibu, Sasitama prefecture. It was completed by 2008. There are many view spot for watching the dam. Because it is part of Nakatsu valley, in the fall, you can enjoy great autumn tint. The name of the lake is named for that.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station
1. use JR Shonanshinjuku Line to Kumagaya (30 min.)
2. use Chichibu Line to Sanpoguchi (40 min.)
3 use local bus to Takizawa Dam (40 min.) yes125http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamanakako_village/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYamanakako VillageYamanakako Village (山中湖村, yamanakakomura) is located right next to Mt. Fuji. The entire village surrounds Lake Yamanaka. Because the village is located over 1000 m revolution of sea level, it is very cold even in summer.
<b>Filmmaker</b>
Masahiko Tsukuno
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. take Fujikyuko to Fujiyoshida (4 min.)
2. take local bus to Lake Yamanakako (30 min.) yes147http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/Kappabashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL070.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL070.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKappabashiKappabashi (合羽橋) is the shopping district where dedicated for kitchen supplies and restaurant items near by Asakusa. Not only Japanese kitchen supply but also all supplies for any country foods. There are over 170 stores and you can buy any kinds of supplies. Because they have even special order supplies which use for only specified cooking method, people form all over the world visit Kapptabashi to get those supplies. All price are very reasonable, too.
<b>Toursit Info.</b>
Visit on weekday. On the weekend, many stores will be closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. use Ginza Line to Tawaramachi (3 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)yes348http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/houraien_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHoraien GardenHoraien Garden (蓬莱園, houraien) is a Japanese garden located in Kowakidani (小涌谷), Kanagawa Prefecture. It is well known for beautiful Azaleas flowers and autumn leaves. THere are 40 kinds 30,000 Azaleas flowers are planted and they will blossom from end of April to middle of May. In the End of November, they will torn to great autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Odawara (7 min.)
2. use Hakone Tozan Line to Kowakidani (48 min.) yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_ashinoko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake AshinoLake Ashino (芦ノ湖, ashinoko) is caldera lake in Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture. The lake is known for its great views of Mt. Fuji and its numerous hot springs. Several pleasure boats and ferries travels the lake. You can also enjoy fishing, boat riding and hiking in this lake. There are many tourist attraction in Lake Ashino. Hakone town which is the located around lake Ashino is built long time ago for the hotel village on Tokaido road. It was the gate way from Kyoto to enter Kanto area, so there are many historic trace are still preserved. It is the best spot to see Mt. Fuji in Kanagawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many public parking. In the new years day, the University Marathon "Hakone Ekiden" is held.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Odawara (7 min.)
2. use Hakone Tozan Line to Gora (1 hr.)
3. use Hakone Tozan cable car to Togendai yes180http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/isao_kojima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIsao Kojima : Sliver CraftworksSliver craftworks (銀細工) is one of the traditional Japanese metal art form which used many aspects of all Japanese items from Samurai armers and helmets to Geisha accesories. Mr. Isao Kojima (小島功) is now succeeded his father name Nobushige who is the former owner of his sliver craft work.
All his process are traditional Japanese metal work which represent all made by hands work. Mr. Kojima's policy is mading great arts by hands which make his work only one exist in the world. The tradition and his sprits with his ancestors are in his work.
<b>Work samples</b>
"Kanzashi" "Pendant" "Small Scale Bonus Present" yes330http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chisuji_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfChisuji FallChisuji Fall (千条の滝, chisujinotaki) is located right next to Horaien in Kowakidani. It is 3m high and 20m wide. The fall itself is very small but the landscape with the waterfall is very beautiful. Especially, in summer you can enjoy great color of green leaves, and in fall, you can enjoy beautiful autumn leaves. There are many hiking courses around this fall.
This fall is found by Mr. Enomoto about 100 years ago. Because the fall has many small waterfalls which look like strings, he named this fall "Chisuji" which means 1000 lines. It is very spiritual place.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
No restroom, no parking.
<b>Access</b>
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Odawara (7 min.)
2. use Hakone Tozan Line to Kowakidani (48 min.)
3. walk south (20 min.) yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_shinsei/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL034.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL034.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake ShinseiLake Shinsei (震生湖) is the newest natural lake in Japan. It is located in Hadano and Nakai in Kanagawa prefecture. It was created in 1923 by Great Kanto earthquake. The name "Shinsei" means "Disaster always happens when people forget about it." Many people visit this lake for fishing. The forest around the lake is preserved, so you can enjoy great hiking with fresh air.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom, but not much grocery shores around.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station
1. use Odaku Odawara Line to Hadano (20 min.)
2. use local bus to Shinseiko (30 min.) yes131http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hijikata_toshizo_shiryokan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL071.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL071.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHijikata Toshizo MuseumHijikata Toshizo Museum (土方歳三資料館) is one of the Shinsengumi Museum located in Hino. Mr. Hijikata is the vice commander of Shinsengumi and one of the most popular Samurai in Japan. This museum is located in his descendent house where also he grown up. In the museum, there are many his Samurai sword"和泉守兼定, izuminokami kanesada", armers, forehead metal plate, practice sword of Tennenrishinryu, Tennenrishinryu certificate, letters, poems, and many more his items.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking
Open : 1st and 3rd Sunday, 12pm - 4pm
Fee : 500 yen
Hijikata's Samurai sword exhibits only on May for commemorated the anniversary of his death.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tachikawa Minami Station
1. use Mama monorail to manganji (8 min.)
2. walk south (5 min.) yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sekidenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL072.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL072.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSekidenji TempleSekidenji (石田寺) Temple is one of the Shingon Buddhism temple located in Hino. This temple was started in 1361 when people suffering heavy snow. It is also Hino 7 lucky god "福禄寿, Fukurokuju" is enshrined in this temple. Also, the tomb of Toshizo Hijikata (土方歳三) who is the vice commander of Shinsengumi is placed in this temple. The Kaya Tree in the temple is over 400 years.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
No parking. You can visit only the temple and Tomb of Toshizo Hijikata.
<b>Do not take anything with you in the temple, and refrain from talking.</b>
You can buy a stick of incense at the temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tachikawa Minami Station
1. use Mama monorail to manganji (8 min.)
2. walk south (5 min.) yes96http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawasaki_taishi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL035.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL035.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHatsumoude at Kawasaki TaishiKawasakitaishi Temple (川崎大師平間寺) is 2nd most famous temple/shrine for New Year Worship (Hatsumode) in Japan. About 3 million visitors visit this temple on New Year's Days.
Good for:
Good Health and no disaster
New Year Events:
0:00 am on New Year's Day
01/20~21 the first worship
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Parking for 700 cars.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station
1. use Keikyu Daishi Line (4 min.)
2. walk west (8 min.) yes296http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hastumoude_samukawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL036.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL036.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHatsumoude at Samukawa ShrineSamukawa Shrine (寒川神社) is one of the popular spot for Hatsumode in Kanagawa. About 400,000 visitors visit this shrine for New Year Worship on New Year's Day. It is very famous for great decoration on the gate with the year of Eto Animal. In night, inside of the shrine including the decoration will be lighten up.
Good for:
Opening Luck, Protecting all bad fortunes from land, direction, family, traffic and bad luck year.
New Year Events:
12/31~01/01 New Year's eve Ceremony
01/01 New Year's worship
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking around this Shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Chigasaki (18 min.)
2. use JR Sagami Line to Miyayama (11 min.)
3. walk south (5 min.) yes280http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hatsumoude_kanda/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL075.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL075.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHatsumoude at Kanda MyojinKanda Shrine(神田神社) is one of the popular shrine for the new year worship also know as "Hatsumode." About 300,000 visitors visit this shrine for new year's days.
Good for:
Opening luck, business success, protecting from bad luck, finding love, and winning.
New Year Events:
0:00 am on New Year's Day
01/08 The first Ceremony
01/10~12 Daikoku Festival
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
Free Parking space, but no parking on the new year's days.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Cho Line to Ochanomizu (5 min.)
2. work northeast (5 min.) yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/torinoichi_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL073.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL073.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTorinoichi FestivalTorinoichi Festival (酉の市) at Nishi Araitaishi Temple (西新井大師) is the last Torinoichi Festival of the year hold in Tokyo. Torinoichi Festival is the festival Held by Ootori Shrine. In Kanto, people buy their Japanese luck amulets in Torinoichi. It is an annual festival in Kanto. They held in day of Tori of Eto Animal. The day will be change every year.
Torinoichi Festival at Nishi Araitaishi is the last festival to buy Kumade in the year. It is also called Osamenotaishi (納めの大師). Not only Kumade stores but also there are many food stands are opened in this festival. You can enjoy great design of Kumade here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many Kumade stores and other food stands are open.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. use Hibiya Line To Nishiarai (18 min.)
2. use Tobu Taishi Line (2 min.) yes225http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/misaka_touge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMisaka Mt.PassMisaka Mt.Pass (御坂峠, misaka touge) is one of the great view spot of Mt.Fuji in Yamanashi Prefecture. It is 1310m high. There is great tea house called Tengachaya (天下茶屋) where you can eat great Hoto and drink green tea. Matsutake is also one of the famous menu in this tea house. There are couple of hiking courses reached the spot for view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a few parking space where you can park. There are couple attraction in this spot.
1. Memorial Tree with Rainbow Bridge is the best night scenery in Japan.
2. There is small but beautiful white Christmas tree with 200,000 LED lights.
3. You can use photo session service to take photo with your girl/boy friend.
Not only the Christmas, but in the new year's day from 01/01 to 01/12, and Valentine's Day 01/24 to 03/14.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station
1. use Fujikyutozan bus to Tengachaya (40 min.) yes91http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/odaiba_cristmas/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL074.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL074.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOdaiba CristmasMemorial Tree with Christmas light up is the main attraction at Odaiba park in Christmas. With the cutting edge technology of LED light, it create beautiful illumination of light decoration. You can enjoy great light attraction with Rainbow Bridg, Tokyo Tower, and Tokyo night light as background.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light show starts 17:00 to 24:00 from beginning of November to Christmas. There are many photo spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Yamanote (JR) to Shinbashi (3 min.)
2. use Yurikamome to Odaiba Kaihin Koen (13 min.) yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/roubai_no_sato/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRoubai no satoRoubai no sato (ろうばいの郷) is the garden where you can enjoy "Robai (Wintersweet)" located in Annaka, Gunma. It was opened about 30 years ago and planted 12,000 Robai trees in this garden. Robai blossom in January to early February. Robai has not only great yellow color, but also enjoy great smell of sweet.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking is free. 300 yen for admission.
Open: 12/21 to end of Feb.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station
1. use JR Ryoge Line to Takasaki (14 min.)
2. use JR Shinetsu Line to Nishimatuida (26 min.)
3. take a cab to Robai yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minato_mirai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL037.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL037.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMinato Mirai 21Minato Mirai 21 (みなとみらい21) , also known as MM21, is a large urban shopping and entertainment district right next to Yokohama Station. The name means "Habor Future 21st century. Built largely on reclaimed land, the area now features the Landmark Tower, the tallest skyscraper in Japan, the Queen's Square shopping mall, Pacifico convention center, excellent Hotels and more. There are also many entertainment facilities, such as museum, theatre and amusement park, as well as many restaurant.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking spaces. Access, easily from Tokyo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama St.
1. use Minato Mirai Line to Minato Mirai (4 min.) yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nihondaira/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNihondaira HillNihondaira Hill(日本平) is one of the best 100 landscape in Japan located in Shizuoka Prefecture. It was chosen the best travel spot in Japan in 1980. On the top of the Hill, you can enjoy great view of Mt. Fuji, Shimizu port, and Suruga bay. Also, on the other size you can view great Japanese South Apine. The hill is 308m high.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restaurant on the top of the hill. There are many tourist attractions, Golf Course, Museum, Hotels, and farm in Nihondaira.
<b>Access</b>
0. Sizuoka Station
1. use local bus to Nihondaira yes71http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_setsubun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow To SetsubunSetsubun (節分) is the oldest seasonal custom in Japan. Setsubun is a day before spring begins in old Japanese season, which is February 3.yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/samurai_ashikaga/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSamurai assembledSamurai assembled in Ashikaga. Yoroi Toshikoshi (鎧年越) is the one of the most unique Setsubun event in Japan. Over 150 people wear Samurai Armors and march to Banna temple (鑁阿寺). At Banna temple, they throw soy bean like usual Setsubun Festival. This festival is originally started 13th century, and re-started in 1915. Their are many people wears various kinds of Samurai armors
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
If you want to join and wear the armors, call 0284-41-2627.
Date: February 3 from 19:00 to 20:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Sation (Gunma Prefecture)
1. use Ryomo Line to Ashikaga (1 hr.)
2. walk north (5 min.) yes345http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/saiko_ice_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSaiko Ice-tree festivalSaiko Ice-tree festival (西湖樹氷祭り) is one of ice event held in Lake Sai in winter. There are many ice-tree which beautifully lighten up at night. In this event, you can enjoy great food of Lake Sai especially Himemasu. Himemasu is the rare fish which you can eat only certain place in this season. You can't buy this fish at the market place. If you want to see great art of ice with Mt. Fuji, this is the best event.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free parking. This event is held very short time. Usually, it is opened in the 1st week of February at Lake Sai forest park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. Use local bus to Nebaminshuku (40 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.) yes238http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_valentine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to ValentineJapanese Valentine's day is very unique!
From the end of January, you will see sales sign of Valentine’s day every where. You may wander why every one sales only chocolate.
Japanese Valentine’s day is based on this rule. Girls give boys who they have love interest chocolate for showing their love to the boys. Giving chocolate is simply means “I love you.” So, it is the girls event. So, Japanese Valentine’s day rule: only girls give boys chocolate. No girls to girls or boys to girls. It will make nasty surprise to every one. You don’t want that. Worst things you can do is boys give boys chocolate. If you don’t know the rule, please don’t do it.yes269http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/red_fuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAka FujiAka Fuji (赤富士, red Mt. Fuji) is one of the favorite face of Mt. Fuji. When the sky is clear, the red light from sunset lighten Mt. Fuji and Mt. Fuji colored by red. This Aka Fuji phenomenon is one of the beautiful face of Mt. Fuji. The world famous Uyukiyoe artist Hokusai Katsushika made his work with Akafuji. Now days, people still take a photograph to catch the beautiful moment of Mt. Fuji. Lake Motosu is one of the best view spot of Mt. Fuji which even becomes the art work of Japanese bill, and of course you can enjoy great Aka Fuji, here at Lake Motosu.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. Use local bus to Motosuko (40 min.)yes92http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_kawaguchi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake KawaguchiLake Kawaguchi (河口湖, kawaguchiko) is the one of the five lakes around Mt. Fuji. It is the second biggest lakes, and it has longest shore line. A lot of family activities take place in Lake Kawaguchi. Lake Kawaguchi is the famous destination for family trip, so there many hotels around. Lake Kawaguchi is the only Lake which developed as tourist attraction in Fuji Five Lakes.
Access
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. walk north (10 min.)yes159http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jougashima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL038.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL038.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJogashima IslandJogashima Island (城ヶ島) is the biggest island of Kanagawa which located at the end of Miura Peninsula. Jogashima offers great seafood, especially Suhi and Sashimi. At the fish market stores, you can buy many fish products, and a couple of fishes are very rare which you can buy at certain spots in Japan. For example, Tuna’s Tomi(頭身, small meat of Tuna’s head) is the most delicious part of Tuna which you cannot buy or eat at Tokyo.
Jogashima is one of few spots in Kanto where you can see beautiful Sunrise and Sunset. Especially, you can see beautiful Sunset with Mt. Fuji and Pacific Ocean at the same time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
100 yen for the bridge to access this island by car. There are many restaurants and Hotels.
<b>Access</b>
0. Yokosuka Station
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kurihama (10 min.)
2. use Keikyu Line to Misakiguchi (10 min.)
3. use local bus to Jogashima (30 min.)yes266http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawazu_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKawazu CherryBlossom FestivalThe Kawazu cherry blossoms(河津桜, kawazu zakura) bloom from early February through early March, for about a month. The Kawazu cherry trees have the characteristic of large pink flowers. The rows of the chery trees, “Kawazu-zakura Namiki,” continue along the Kawazu River for about three kilometers, starting from the river mouth near the Kawazu Station to Mine Onsen. You will enjoy great pink flowers of Kawazu zakura for both side of Kawazu river.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking and food stands.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami Station
1. use JR Ito line to Kawazu Station (1 hr. 16 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)yes243http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mine_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMine Onsen Daifuntou ParkMine Onsen Daifunto Park (峰温泉 大噴湯公園) is largest hot spring in Asia. Every one hour they have great hot spring which goes up to 30m high. It will keep springing about 1 minutes, and amount of hot water is 600 ℓ par minutes. You can eat Onsen Egges boiled with hot spring.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking: 500 yen
Hot spring show: 9:30 10:30 11:30 12:30 13:30 14:30 15:30
No Spring on Tuesday and Fridayyes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/senga_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSenga fallSenga fall (仙ヶ滝, sengadaki) is the waterfall located in upper part of Tsukumo river, Gunma. It has 15m high. You can also enjoy great autumn color or deep green in summer. It named for the princess Osen who jumped in this fall when her Matsuida Castle was fallen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parkings, but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okurayama_plum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL040.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL040.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOkurayama Plum ParkOkurayama Plum Park (大倉山梅林, okurayama bairin) is small but very popular plum flower spot in Kanagawa prefecture. It has about 30 kinds 200 Ume tree (Japanese plum). You can enjoy beautiful plum colors of red, pink and white with sweet smell. They bloom from end of February to middle of March. On the end of February, the park has festival which you can enjoy traditional dance and music.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There are public restroom, but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Okurayama (10 min.)
2. walk north (3 min.) yes215http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soga_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL042.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL042.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSoga Japanese Plum ForestSoga "Ume," Japanese plum, Forest (曽我梅林, Soga Bairin) is one of the biggest Ume Hanami Spot in Kanto which located in Odawara, Kanagawa. It is also one of the 50 best landscape of Kanagawa. It has over 35,000 Ume trees planted in this forest. Soga Bairin is actually the Ume farm and it open for Hanami during the blossom season. There is festival with food stands and poem events. At the food stands, you can buy tasty local foods of Soga. With the clear sky, you can also watch Mt. Fuji from this forest.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking. Admission is free.
You can buy Ume trees here.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station.
1. use JR Gotenba Line to Shimosoga (4 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.) yes263http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yugawara_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL041.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL041.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYugawara Ume ParkYugawara Ume Park (湯河原梅林, Yugawara bairin) is one of the biggest "Ume," Japanese plum, park in Kanto. It is located at the southern part of Mt. Hakone. The park has over 4,000 Ume trees. During the end of February to beginning of March, there are festival and beautiful light-up for Ume trees. Because the park is located on the mountain, you can enjoy all ume trees at once from either lower angle of upper angle. At the festival, there is Japanese drum performance by local high school.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are public parking (500 yen), but during the season, it would take a couple of hours to park. So, we recommend here by train.
Admission fee: 200 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Yugawara (24 min.)
2. use local bus to Yugawara bairin (15 min.), there is shuttle bus during the season. yes314http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/natatsuro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL039.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL039.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCape NagatsuroCape Nagatsuro (長津呂崎, nagaturo saki) is one of the small cape of Jogashima island. At Cape Nagatsuro, you can see great view of Pacific Ocean with Izu Peninsula and Mt. Fuji. Especially, the sunset is one of the best you can see in Kanto area. There are many hiking courses, but the cape is mostly slippy rocks. So, you have to pick up your shoes for hiking here. Also, you can enjoy fishing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
All the landscape is chosen as the national treasure of Kangawa prefecture.
One of the best fishing spot in Kanagawa.
<b>Access</b>
0. Yokosuka Station
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kurihama (10 min.)
2. use Keikyu Line to Misakiguchi (10 min.)
3. use local bus to Jogashima (30 min.) yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamanaka_winter/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWinter of Lk. YamanakaFishing at Lake Yamanaka in the Winter is fun! Water and are is pure. When Lake Yamanaka frozen up, you can also enjoy ice fishing for "Wakasagi,"Nipponensis, which is very tasty for tenpura. You can rent a boat and enjoy fishing all day long.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Wakasagi is very delicate fish. You have to carry them with ice-water. It lose its freshness easily with warm water.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. take Fujikyuko to Fujiyoshida (4 min.)
2. take local bus to Lake Yamanakako (30 min.) yes206http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/keihin_kogyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL043.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL043.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKeihin Industrial DistrictKeihin Industrial District (京浜工業地帯, keihin kogo chitai) is the one of the biggest industrial district in Japan. You can see great factories and plantations with beautiful light-up at night! Feel the most efficient artwork which mankind ever build.
<b>Caution</b>:
Keihin Industrial District is not the tourist spot. Be very aware for NOT ENTERING in side of the factories, and even on the street, try not to disturb the workers there. At night, it is also very dangerous because it is very dark. When you are into those scenery, keep in mind that this is not tourist attraction.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki station
1. use JR Tsurumi line to any where. yes317http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aso_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAso FallsAso Falls (麻苧の滝, asonotaki) is one of the waterfalls in Annaka City. It is about 40 m high. This waterfall is also known as Ichimeiasahi fall. There are six other waterfalls around Aso Falls. Those waterfalls are located in Mt. Myogi which is rock mountain, so the scenery of this waterfall is the great harmony of water and rock. In Gunma prefecture, there are over 50 waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There are parking and restroom at the entrance.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (14 min.)
2. use JR Shinetsu Line to Yokokawa (22 min.)
3. walk south west (15 min.) yes188http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akima_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAkima Plum ForestAkima Plum Forest (秋間梅林, akimabairin) is one of the major Japanese Plume spot in Gunma Prefecture. It is also well known in Kanto area. In Akima Bairin, over 3,5000 "Ume," Japanese Plums are planted. This forest is actually the plum farm for Ume. During the Ume blossom season, the farmers sale great Ume products here, especially Ume Boshi, salty plum, is very delicious.
From the end of February to middle of March, there are many kinds of festival are held in here.
<b>Tousit Indo.</b>
There are many food stand and gift shops open during the festival.
Free parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (14 min.)
2. use JR Shinetsu Line to Annaka Station (22 min.)
3. use Local bus to Akima Bairin (20 min.) yes286http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sumpu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSumpu CastleSumpu Castle (駿府城, sumpujo) is the flatland castle in Shizuoka, and one of the 100 best castle of Japan. Sumpu Castle was built by Ieyasu Tokugawa who was the first Shogun of Tokugawa government in 1585. Entire moat and some of the rock walls are still preserved original shape. Currently, it is reconstructed as the park, but at the east gate, the beautiful masugata gate was reconstructed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station
1. walk north (10 min.) yes304http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jujo_ginza/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL076.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL076.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJujo GinzaJujo Ginza (十条銀座) Shopping District is a shopping district located in Kita Ward and one of the three biggest Ginza in Tokyo along with Ebara Ginza and Sunamachi Ginza. This shopping district was built in 1938 and renewed in 1977. There is also Fujimi Ginza ( 富士見銀座) shopping district right next to Jujo Ginza. In these Ginza, you can enjoy great Japanese everyday dishes for very reasonable prices. 1000 yen will be enough money to check out all kinds of Japanese food.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Over 150 stores in Jujo and Fushimi Ginza.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station
1. use JR Saikyo Line to Jujo Station (10 min.)
2. exit on west entrance yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/komagadake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL044.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL044.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. KomagatakeMt. Komagatake (箱根駒ケ岳, hakone komagatake) is the tallest mountain at Mt. Hakone in Kanagawa prefecture. It has 1327m high and you can reach to the top by ropeway. At the top of Mt. Komagatake, you can enjoy great view of Mt. Fuji and Lake Ashino. You can also view the Sagami Bay and Izu Peninsula. There are many hiking courses to reach the top. There is Hakone Motomiya Shrine at the peak of the mountain.
<b>Tousit Info.</b>
Ropeway:
Round trip: 1050 yen for adult, 530 yen for kid.
One way: 620 yen for adult, 320 for kid.
There is group discount for the tickets.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Izuhakone Bus to Hakoneen (1hr. 20 min.)yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/masaki_yamakoshi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SM001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SM001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMasaki Yamakoshi: Sword masterSword Master Masaki Yamakoshi-sensei (山越正樹) is 20th grand master of Muso Jikiden Eishin-ryu Yamauchi Style (無双直伝英信流山内派). He had started “居合道, Iaido” (the sword fighting) when he was 17. Since then, he has over 43 years of experience. Even after the master degree of the sword style, he still pursues the truth of real sword fighting which he had succeeded from his teacher. Because he stays on the right line of traditional sword fighting from this style, his skills and technique are exactly the same as the old traditional sword fighting style. More over, he also teaches and practices to make his sword skill better and more practical.yes747http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/engakuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL045.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL045.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEngakuji TempleEngakuji temple (円覚寺) is Rinzai Buddhism Temple which originally built by Tokimune Hojo. is one of the most important Zen Buddhist temple complexes in Japan and is ranked second among Kamakura's Five Mountains. The temple was founded in 1282 by a Chinese Zen monk at the request of the then ruler of Japan, the regent Hōjō Tokimune after he had repelled a Mongolian invasion in the period 1274 to 1281. Tokimune Hojo is also known as the Zen master, so Engakuji temple is very famous for zen ( 禅). There are 18 brunch temples, tea house and gardens.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission fee: 300 yen
There is parking
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kita-Kamakura (2 min.)
0. walk north (1 min.)yes287http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/port_sajima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL046.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL046.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfPort SajimaPort Sajima (佐島港, sajimako) is small port town located west side of Miura Peninsula. Sajima has rich history which first appears on letters over 600 years ago. Now, it is small fish port where you can enjoy fishing and get fresh fishes. There are a couple of fish market right next to the port. At those fish markets, you can buy fresh local fishes. Moreover, those fish markets runs also seafood restaurants. So, you can eat delicious Sushi and Sashimi, there.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is not much parking space. Fish markets are mostly open until 6 pm.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Zushi (4 min.)
2. use Keikyu Bus to Sajima Marrinayes340http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_temakizushi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow To TemakisushiMustLoveJapan presents "How to make Temakizushi (手巻き寿司). Temakizushi is family style sushi roll which you can make easily and cheaply. Temakizushi usually takes fishes as the ingredients and some salad. However, one of the exciting things about Temakizushi is you can add whatever kinds of your favorit foods. It doesn't have to be fish. For example, you can add steaks, burgers or pork.yes300http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_meguro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL078.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL078.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Meguro RiverMeguro River (目黒川, megurogawa) has about 830 Sakura on the riverside. From the Ikejiriohashi to Meguro which is about 3.2km becomes Sakura Promenade. Because it is great location for People live in Tokyo and Yokohama, many people have Hanami party here at night especially on Friday night after they finish their work. It is one of the famous Hanami spot in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stand and light up at night.
<b>Access</b>
Nearest stations are, Ikejiriohashi, Nakameguro and Meguro of Tokyu Line.
0. at Shibuya
1. use Denentoshi Line to Ikejiriohashi ( 2 min.)
2. use Toyoko Line to Nakameguro (4 min.)
3. use JR Yamanote Line to Meguro (8 min.)yes199http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/wakamiya_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWakamiya Oji StreetWakamiya Oji Street (若宮大路) is the Sando (worship road) leading to Turugaoka Hachimangu Shrine. It is very famous for Sakura Tunnel street. Many people who visit Kamakura during the cherry blossom enjoy this beautiful sakura tunnel, and worship at Turugaoka Hachimangu Shrine. This sando was built about over 800 years ago for an easy delivery of Masako Hojo who was the wife of Yoritomo Minamoto, the first Shogun of Kamakura government.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are light up with lenturns at Night duirng the cherry blossom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station
1. walk east (1 min.)yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kinugasayama_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKinugasayama ParkKinugasayama Park (衣笠山公園, kinugasayamakouen) is one of the 100 best hanami spots in Japan located in Yokosuka, Kanagawa. It has about 2,000 Sakura (Cherry Blossom) and tell Miura Peninsula the arrival of Spring. At the end of March to begining of April, there is Sakura festival, and many people visit here for Hanami party. During this period, there are many lanterns, and they are up until the morning. This park is also ruins of Kinugasa Castle. At the top of the mountain, there is observation stand where you can see great view of Yokosuka, and Tokyo bay.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking but closed during the sakura festival. Restrooms are avalable.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line toKinugasa Station( 4 min.)
2. walk south (20 min.)yes284http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_odawara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Odawara CastleOdawara Castle(小田原城, odawarajo) is the one of the 100 best Hanami(花見) Spots in Japan. There are about 350 Sakura (桜,Cherry Blossom) surrounding the main keep and moat of Odawara Castle. At night, the castle and Sakura will be lighten up and you can enjoy great Yozakura (night sakura). There is Sakura Festival on the weekend, which you can enjoy traditional dance and music.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station
1. walke west (10 min.)yes369http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_shiroyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Shiroyama ParkShiroyama Park (城山公園, shiroyamakouen) is hanami spot in Odawara. It has about 350 Sakura. This park is very small but it has wide space for Hanami party. There are even lanterns for Yozakura. There is Odawara Sakura Festival during the Cherry Blossom. There are many sports facilities in this park. So, also this is very nice spot for excising with Hanami.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up: 18:00 to 22:00
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station
1. walke north (15 min.)yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_yasukuni/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Yasukuni ShrineYasukuni Shrine is one of the most popular hanami(花見) spots in Tokyo. There are about 600 Sakura (桜, Cherry Blossom), and the announcement of Cherry Blossom is based on how much Sakura blooms in Yasukuni Shrne. During the end of March to beginning of April, there is Sakura festival. In Sakura festival, there is Sumo match, and many interesting events are held. Also, for Yozakura, many lanterns are placed in the Shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Lanterns are up for 24 hours. Many food stands will open.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. walk north to Tozai Line Otemachi station (4 min.)
2. use Tozai Line to Kudanshita (5 min.)
3. walk northwest (5 min.)yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_edogawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Edogawa ParkEdogawa park (江戸川公園, edogawakouen) is very traditional Hanami(花見) spot in Tokyo. It was already famous for Hanami spot in the end of Edo period. At the riverside of Kanda river, there are many beautiful Sakura (桜, Cherry Blossom). The reflection of Sakura on Kanda River is very famous and beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light up 17:30 to 21:00. 2 restrooms.
No fire allowed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station
1. use Yurakucho Line to Edogawabashi (10 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)yes174http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aokigahara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAokigahara JukaiAokigahara Jukai (青木ヶ原樹海), also known as Fuji sea of forest, is the biggest and the only forest made top on lava in Japan. Because its unique environment, Aokigahara Jukai has very unique Ecosystem. Most of trees of Jukai are over 200 years old, and they cover the field of lava.
Aokigahara Jukai is the most popular suicid spot in Japan. Because legend said, once you lost in Jukai, nobody will find you.
However, this legend is based on the novel, and Jukai has many hiking courses and many people visit here for weekend hiking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Jukai spread wide, so there are many hiking courses. However, because it is made top on lava, out side of the courses are very rough and dangerous. So, when you enjoy hiking, stay in the course.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko
1. use local bus to either Lake Sai, or Lake Shoji.yes202http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/saiko_bat_cave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSaiko Bat CaveSaiko Bat Cave(西湖蝙蝠穴, saikokoumoriana) is the biggest cave around Mt. Fuji, and it has over 350 m length. This cave is made by Mt. Fuji’s lava. So, entire grand and walls formed instant cool down of lava. Because the temperature in the cave is very steady through the year, it becomes nests for natural bats. There are three kinds of bats inhibit in this cave.
There many lava domes, lava stalactite and lava plates in this cave.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom
Admission fee: 300 yen for adult, 150 yen for kids. There is a group discount from 20.
Open: 9:00 to 15:00, 3/20 to 11/30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station
1. use local bus to Fuketsu mae.
2. walk north (20 min.)yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwaneyama_tsutsuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIwaneyama Tsutsuji GardenIwaneyama Tsutsuji Garden (岩根山つつじ園, iwaneyamatsutsujien) is flower garden located in Nagatoro, Saitama. It has over 1,000 Tsutsuji (Rhododendron) trees in this garden, and in the beginning of April they bloom beautiful purple flowers. When all flowers bloom, entire mountain will be colored by deep purple. Also, there are some Cherry Blossom which bloom almost the same time. Original Tsutsuji trees are planted in Sengoku period (450 years ago). Now, you can enjoy great flower tunnel in this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 500 yen
Open: 8:00 to 17:00 April 1 to middle of April
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya Sation
1. use Chichibu Line to Nogami (45 min.)
2. walk east (40 min.)yes199http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_minoyama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Minoyama ParkMinoyama Park (美の山公園, minoyamakouen) is one of the Sakura (Cherry Blossom) Spots in Saitama, located in Chichibu. It has over 10,000 Sakura. The park is located on the top of Mt. Mino (蓑山, 586m high). The park is opened in 1979 as a concept of making new Sakura Spot in Saitama. Not only Sakura, but there are also Tsutsuji, and Ajisai. So, you can enjoy Hanami (flower viewing) from April to June.
<b>Toursit Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Food shop is open in the park.
There is no trash can. Bring it back with you.
No fire.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya Station
1. use Chichibu Line to Wadokuroya (1 hr.)
2. walk east (1 hr. 30 min.)yes119http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hachiko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL079.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL079.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHachiko-maeHachiko-mae (ハチ公前) is the most famous meeting spot in Tokyo. Hachiko-mae is the spot in front of bronze statues of Chuken Hachiko(忠犬ハチ公, faithful dog Hachiko) in Shibuya Station. Hachiko, was Akita dog born in the city of Akita, remembered for his loyalty to his owner, even many years after his owner’s death. The bronze statues was dedicated for this loyal dog. Thousands of people use this spot as the meeting point, especially Friday and Saturday night, the bronze statues will be packed with a huge amount of people. It is the most known symbol of Shibuya as well as the pedestrian scramble.
<b>Tourst Info.</b>
There is smoking area for all smokers. Public restroom is far from Hachiko-mae.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station
1. walk out at Hachiko-mae entrance.yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyowan_kannon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTokyo-Wan KannonTokyo Wan Kannon(東京湾観音) is one of Kannon Statue located in Futtsu, Chiba. It is 56m high, and built in 1961 for the world peace by Masae Usami. The statue face the entrance of Tokyo Bay. Inside of the statue is open for everyone and at the observation stand, you can see great view of Tokyo Bay.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission fee: 500 yen for adult, 400 yen for minor, and 300 yen for kids.
There is group discount.
There is parking.
No pet.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu station
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Sanukicho (20 min.)
2. walk north (40 min.)
3. or use local bus to Tokyowan Kannon.yes99http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nihonji_daibutsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNihonji DaibutsuNihonji Daibutsu (日本寺大仏, the Great Buddha of Nihonji Temple) is Stone Buddha statue of Nihonji Temple. It has 31m high and as the sitting great Buddha statue, Hinonji Daibutsu is the biggest Daibutsu in Japan. Original statue was built in 1783. However, around the end of Edo period, the damage by weathering, it lost almost the all shape until 1966. In 1969, it has been fixed.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission fee: 600 yen. There is parking. Daibutsu is located in Nihonji Temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu Station
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Hota (38 min.)
2. walk north (30 min.)yes88http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tateyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTateyama CastleTateyama Castle(館山城) is the Hilltop castle located in Tateyama, Chiba. The original castle was built in 1580 by Yoshitomo Satomi. It was been reconstructed in 1982 and the entire castle is now called Shiroyama Park. The main keep which stands on the top of the hill is the Satomi Hakkenden (里見八犬伝) museum, and the third floor is the observation stands which you can see great view of Tokyo Bay and Boso Peninsula. The hill is well preserved as the original shape of the hilltop castle, such as stone wall, moat and service area. The hill is only 70m high and the park has small zoo, playground, and flower gardens.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission fee for the museum: 150 yen for adult, 80 yen for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu Station
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Tateyama (1 hr. 9 min.)
2. use local bus to Shiroyama Parkyes152http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/umi_hotaru/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUmi-HotaruUmi-Hotaru (海ほたる), literary means the firefly of sea, is the artificial island in the middle of Tokyo Bay. It is the resting area located in the middle of Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line(東京湾アクアライン). Umi-Hotaru is very popular night-scene spot where you can enjoy the great city light of Tokyo. Umihotaru itself also have many light-up demonstrations. For example, there is firefly light up at the north-west side of the island. There are many restaurants, gift shops and other entertainment facilities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking is free, but you have to pay the toll fee for Aqua-Line.
No gas station.
<b>Access</b>
There is a couple of shuttle bus at Kawasaki Station.yes94http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nokogiri_yama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. Nokogiri-yamaMt. Nokogiri-yama (鋸山) is the stone-mountain located in Awa, Chiba. The Entire mountain is inside of the Nihonji Temple(日本寺). There is the wonderful landscape of Tokyo Bay, Boso Peninsula, and Miura Peninsula at the top of this mountain. From the famous cliff spot, Jigokunozoki(地獄覗き), literary means hell watch stand, you can see the bottom of the cliff from out standing rock. There are over 1,500 Buddha statues, great Buddha and great Kannon in this mountain.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
Admission fee: 600 yen.
You can use the ropeway to visit the top of the mountain, but the great Buddha is located in the lower part of the mountain. Using the ropeway, exit on Hanakanaya Station.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Kisarazu Station
2. use JR Uchibo Line to Hota (38 min.)
3. walk north (30 min.)
4. use also the ferry from Kurihama, Yokosuka is convenient. yes344http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/geisha_cafe/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL080.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL080.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGeisha CafeGeisya Cafe (ゲイシャカフェ) is the photo studio where you can take a picture of yourself wearing Japanese traditional wigs, such as Samurai, Geisya or Maiko, and Kimono, the Japanese cloth. At Geisya Cafe, they prepare everything for you, so you just visit there. So, if you want to try Japanese wig and kimono, visit Geisya Cafe.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Photo session with the wig and kimono: Lady
Geisya (2 poses): 12,600 yen
Ooku (2 poses): 10,500 yen
Wedding (2 poses), shiromuku style: 10,500 yen
Wedding (2 poses), Irouchikake style: 10,500 yen
Wedding (3 poses), Shiromuku and Irouchikake: 15,750 yen
Man
Samurai (2 poses): 10,500 yen
Wedding (2 poses): 5,750 yen
Couple
Geisya and Samurai (4 poses): 23,100 yen
Wedding (4 poses): 21,500 yen
Option
Japanese Make up: 4,200 yen
Additional pose: 1,050 yen for each
Additional photo: 1,050 yen for each
You will have 2 sets of photo and entire digital data of photo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Awajicho (3 min.)
2. change Shinjuku Line Ogawamachi (1 min.)
3. use Shijuku LIne to Morishita (7 min.)yes350http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/masahiro_komija/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMasahiro Kojima: Kagura Mask CutterMr. Masahiro Kojima (小島正廣) is "Kagura" (神楽) mask cutter, called "Menuchi" ( 面打ち). He has been producing Japanese traditional masks for "Kagura" and "Noh" for over 30 years. His work is all made by hand and uses traditional way of making "Kagura" mask which has been taken over 1,000 years. Kagura uses the Japanese myth and performed at the shrine during their festival. Unlike Noh, "Kagura" has been loved as the entertainment for all people. Also, Kagura mask has much wider variation and it is able to create the original mask along with the taken story. Mr. Kojima make those "Kagura" masks using original form of the masks and duplicate. Also, you put his own creativity to make new wave of "Kagura" masks. yes563http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hozenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHozenji TempleHozenji Temple(法善寺) is the temple of Rinzai school Buddhism located in Nagatoro, Saitama. This temple was built in 1476 by monk Inseido and Yasukuni Fujita. Fujita was the land master of Tenjin Castle at that time. The main temple was built in 1739. Hozenji Temple, now, is very famous for its Shidare-zakura and other flowers. In the beginning of April, many Sakura bloom. Two Shidare-zakura at the entrance are chosen as the treasure of Nagatoro Town. Hozenji’ is also known as the temple of Fujibakama (Thoroughwort). It will bloom in August to October.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking. Temple close at 6 p.m.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya
1. use Seibu Chichibu Line to Nagatoro (47 min.)
2. walk east (10 min.)yes199http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujima_kanrei_dance/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL081.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL081.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFujima Kanrei Japanese Dance schoolFujima Kanrei school of traditional Japanese Dance (藤間勘麗恵日本舞踊教室) is Japanese Dance, called Nihon Buyo, school located in Omori, Tokyo. The style is called Soke-Fujima Ryu (宗家藤間流), which started around the end of 18th century. Soke-Fujima Ryu has been choreographed not only Nihon Buyo, but also "Kabuki" and "Noh" for long time. The school also has dressing Kimono class and fashion of Japanese dresses. It is open for all generation.
<b>To join</b>
No English. Minimum Japanese required.
Trial course for beginners.
Requires appointment by phone.
Phone: 090-9689-4503yes406http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoro_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYoro ValleyYoro Valley (養老渓谷, yorokeikoku) is the valley of Yoro River ( 養老川) located in Boso Peninsula. It is chosen as the 100 best nature of soil in Japan. There are many riverside walkways placed along the river, especially the walking course of Awamata falls offers you the great hiking with the river, waterfalls and beautiful trees of mountain. There are many hotels, hot springs, and gift shops. Many tourist visit this valley during the summer or autumn because it has beautiful green or autumn leaves.
<b>Tousit Info.</b>
The are many parking and hiking courses.
<b>Access</b>
To Kobundo Ruin
1. use JR Sobu Line to Goi (20 min.)
2. use Kominato Line to Yorokeikoku (1 hr.)
3 walk south (30 min.)
To Awamata Waterfalls
1. use JR Sobu Line to Goi (20 min.)
2. use Kominato Line to Yorokeikoku (1 hr.)
3. use local bus to Awamatanotakiyes356http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/awamata_waterfalls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAwamata WaterfallsAwamata Waterfalls (粟又の滝, awamatanotaki) is the most popular waterfalls in Boso Peninsula. It is 30m high, 30m wide and 100 long. Awamata Waterfalls is also known as Yoro Great Falls ( 養老の大滝) because it is located on Yoro River (養老川). There is the riverside walkway for 2 km starts from Awamata Waterfalls. There are many small waterfalls and one of the best scenery in Chiba, especially either June with green leaves or autumn with autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking and restroom. Some people enjoy BBQ
at the riverside.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu Station
1. use JR Sobu Line to Goi (20 min.)
2. use Kominato Line to Yorokeikoku (1 hr.)
3. use local bus to Awamatanotaki
yes218http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oshino_hakkai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOshino HakkaiOshino Hakkai (忍野八海) is the eight springs located in Oshino, Yamanashi. The spring water at Oshino Hakkai is underground water from Mt. Fuji. It begins with the snow on the top of Mt. Fuji. When the snow melts to water, the water sink into deep underground of Mt. Fuji, and filtered by rocks of lava. The water travel over 80 years to finally spring at Oshino Hakkai. After filtration by lava, the water become so pure and contain the large amount of minerals.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking, food stands, restaurant and gift shops are around Oshino Hakkai.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local bus to Oshinohakkai (20 min.) yes156http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nishizawa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNishizawa ValleyNishizawa Valley (西沢渓谷, nishizawakeikoku) is the valley of Fuefuki River(笛吹川) located in north Yamanashi. It is a part of Chichibu-Tama-Kai National park(秩父多摩甲斐国立公園). There are many mountains around the valley, and the valley itself has great hiking course, takes about 4 hours), with the beautiful waterfalls including Nanatsugama-Godan Falls which is one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. Green leaves are very beautiful after the season of cherry blossom, and also the autumn leaves are excellent.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many fee parking around the entrance of hiking course. Their you can get a maps of the hiking courses. The sidewalk of the river is well constructed, so even it is hard river, you can enjoy walking without any heavy duty tracing stuff.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamanashi shi Station.
1. use Shiei bus to Nishizawa keikokuyes326http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nanatsugama_godan_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNanatsugama Godan FallsNanatsugama Godan Falls (七ツ釜五段の滝, nanatsugamagodannotaki) is one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan located in Nishizawa valley, Yamanashi. It is very unique waterfalls. The name literary means, waterfalls of 7 pots and 5 floors. So, it has five continued waterfalls which look like giant stairs. The height of the falls is, from the top, 3m, 4m, 2m, 9m and 20m.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is located at the end of Nishizawa Valley hiking course. Parking and restroom is available.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Yamanashi shi Station.
2. use Shiei bus to Nishizawa keikoku
3. walk hiking course (2 hrs.)
yes207http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_yukata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to wear YukataTo enjoy Japanese summer festival, we introduce how to wear "Yukata." Yukata is Japanese light cloth which usually offered at Japanese Hotels. However, it is also tradition to wear it at Japanese summer festival. ( 日本語音声です。是非ビデオを御覧下さい。)yes435http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ocean_view_hill/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL047.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL047.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfPort-view Hill ParkPort View Park (港の見える丘公園, uminomieruokakouen) is the hill park located at Yokohama Bay Area. It is very famous for night scene of Yokohama City. Therefore, many couple visit this park for their dating. It was originally French embassy, so there are many historical buildings from the old days. There are also British buildings and rose gardens.
<b>Tourist info. </b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Minatomirai Line to Motomachi-Chukagai (15 min.)
2. walk south (7 min.) yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ootaki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOtaki CastleOtaki Castle (大多喜城) is the hill top castle located in Otaki, Chiba. It was built in 1521 by Nobukiyo Mariyatsu. In 1590, Tadakatsu Honda(本多忠勝), the great general of Ieyasu, moved in this castle to control Satomi Family and built stronger castle at the same place. However, the tensyu-kaku, the main keep, was burned in 1842 and never be built. Current Tenshu-kaku was built in 1966 based on the original design note which is not based on the castle built by Honda, but the original one by Mariyatsu. However, there is no qualified proof that Tenshu-kaku was existed.
The current Castle is now also used as the museum which has great samurai sword and armors including historic notes.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission fee: 200 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station
1. use JR Sotobo Line to Ohara (1hr. 4min.)
2. use Izumino Line to Otaki (33 min.)
3. walk east (15 min.)yes102http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kururi_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKururi CastleKururi Castle (久留里城) is the mountain castle located in Kimitsu, Chiba. It was built in 1456 by Takeda Family, and owned by Satomi Family long time. Tenshu-kaku, the main keep, is located at the top of the mountain, 145m high, and there is reconstructed Tenshu-kaku. This is one of the typical strong mountain castle, if you climb up from one of the hiking course, you can see great ruins of the castle and easily imagine how it’s constructed as strong castle. At the Honmaru area, you can see great view of Kururi town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom. At the Ninomaru, there is museum and admission is free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu Station.
1. use JR Kururi Line to Kururi (43min.)
2. walk east (30 min.)yes174http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKashimaKashima (鹿嶋) is located in south-east of Ibaraki prefecture. It was developed for the welcome town of Kashima Shrine. Legend said, Kashima Shrine was built in 660 B.C.E. This area is very spiritual place in Japan, especially martial arts and battle because entire area is enshrined Kakemikazuchi, the god of war. So, many samurai and shogun had visited this shrine for the history of Japan.
In 1489, Bokuden Tsukahara (塚原卜伝) who is the strongest samurai in the history was born. He was entitled “Kensehi” (剣聖, the god of sword), the highest rank of Samurai Master. Even famous Musashi Miyamoto wasn’t entitled as Kensei. Now, the spirits of his sword is still exist here, and many sword masters visit Kashima and his tumb.
Kashima is also the city of industry. There are many industrial districts exist. Also, Because Kashima is located between Lake Kitaura and Kashima Beach, there are many fish market which offers great selection of fishes. At Kashima Beach, many people visit here and enjoy fishing and surfing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Around Kashima shrine, there are many restaurants which has very long history.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuchiura Station
1. use JR Joban Line to Mito (57 min.)
2. use Kashima Rinkai Line to Kashima Jingumae (1 hr. 18 min.)yes191http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katori_jingu_shotengai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKatori Jingu Shopping DistrictKatori Jingu Shopping District(香取神宮商店街) is located in Katori, Chiba. It is also the omote sando leading to Katori Shrine. What is the special about this shopping district is Yakuotoshi Dango (厄落しだんご). There are many dango, Japanese sweet rice cake, shops in this district.
What is Yakuotoshi Dango? It is the spiritual food to serve the god of Katori Shrine. There for Dango, here, has power to protect from disaster.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many dango shops. There are free parking and public restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Katori (43 min.)
2. use local bus to Katori Jinguyes222http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bunkyo_ajisai_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL082.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL082.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBunkyo Ajisai FestivalBunkyo Ajisai Festival (文京あじさいまつり) is one of the five major festival of Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo. It is held at Hakusan Shrine during the beginning of June. There are about 3,000 Ajisai bloom in this Shrine. Hakusan Shrine is also well known for the god of dental care. Many people who has problem with their teeth, visit here and pray for their teeth recovery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. Admission is free.
<a>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station.
1. use Marunouchi Line to Korakuen (6 min.)
2. use Mita Line to Hakusan (2 min.)
3. walke west (1 min.)yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashima_jingu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKashima ShrineKasihma Shrine (鹿島神宮, kashimajingu) is the one of the oldest Japanese shrine located in Kashima, Ibaraki. The shrine appears in Japanese myth and it said Kasihma Shrine was built in B.C.E. 660 by the first Japanese Emperor Jinmu. Kashima Shrine enshrines Takemikazuchi (武甕槌神) who is the god of warrior. Kashima Shrine and Katori Shrine, which enshrines Futsunushi no kami (経津主神) who is also the god of warrior, are the sacred place for all martial arts and worriors in Japan. Therefore. many Dojo (Japanese martial arts school) have their spiritual scrolls for their success and eternal prosperity. Because the shrine is the sacred place for all samurai and warrior, many samurai and shogun worshiped this shrine.
Bokuden Tsukahara (塚原卜伝), “Sensei, the highest rank of sword master,” was born in Kashima and he found out the truth of sword at this shrine. After his death, many samurai and sword master, even today, visit Kashima Shrine for their success of their sword.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking. 2nd Sunday of June, the shrine has budo (martial arts) festival. The sacred items of Kashima Shrine are powerful for all martial artists.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station (Chiba Prefecture)
1. use JR Narita Line to Sawara (40 min.)
2. use JR Kashima Line to Kashima Jingu (24 min.)
3. walk south (10 min.)yes275http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sawara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSawaraSawara (佐原) is located in, Chba, and because it was called Little Edo, there are still many classic style buildings. Therefore, Sawara still has the look of Little Edo. Because of the unique look and Katori Shrine is located close to Sawara, it is very popular travels spots of Northern Chiba. At Ono River, which runs through the middle of Sawara, you can enjoy classic Edo Style of boat ridding, and many of Edo style buildings are now used as the restaurants, hotels, gift shops and food stands.
Another unique feature of Sawara is Sake Brewery. There are a couple of Sake Breweries which exist over 300 years, and they still use the original facilities. They have free factory observation.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
In July and October, there are big festival with “Dashi.” They are counted as three major festival of Kanto.
There is almost no public parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station
1. use JR Narita Line to Sawara (30 min.)yes212http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katori_jingu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKatori ShrineKatori Shrine (香取神宮, katorijingu) is one of the oldest Japanese Shrine located in Kator, Chiba. The shrine appears in Japanese myth and it said Kasihma Shrine was built in B.C.E. 643 by the first Japanese Emperor Jinmu. Katori Shrine enshrines Futsunushi no Kami (経津主神), the god of warrior. As well as, Kashima Shrine, Katori Shrine is very important place for all Japanese martial artists. Many Dojo (Japanese martial arts school) have their spiritual scrolls for their success and eternal prosperity.
Katori Shrine is also very important shrine for all Japanese Kenjutsu-ka, martial artists who do Japanese sword fighting, because Naoie Iizasa (飯篠 家直), one of the famous sword master, found “Katori Shinto Ryu (天真正伝香取神道流),” which is one of three original sword styles of Japan, in this shrine after 1000 days of hard training.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Office hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Katori (43 min.)
2. use local bus to Katori Jinguyes252http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chiba_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfChiba CastleChiba Castle(千葉城) is reconstructed castle located in Chiba city, Chiba. It is also known as Inohana Castle because it faces the direction of Inu. The original castle was built in 1126 by Tsuneshige Chiba. Chiba family helped Yoritomo Minamoto, who is the first Shogun opened Samurai Government, for his war against Heishi Family. However, Chiba family couldn’t survive at Sengoku period and Chiba family had to escaped to Sakura. After that, the castle was fallen.
Current Castle was re-built in 1967, and it is now a museum.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 60 yen for adult, 30 yen for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30 (Close on Monday)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station
1. walk south (15 min.)yes86http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashima_enbu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKashima Shrine Enbu Festival Kashima Shrine Ko-Budo Enbu Festival (古武道奉納演武大会, kobudohonoenbutaikai) the demonstration ceremony of traditional Japanese martial arts. This festival is dedicated to Master Bokuden Tsukawara. It is always held on 2nd Sunday of June. Many Japanese martial arts and sword fighting style join and have a great demonstration at Kashima Shrine.
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<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking. Admission is free.
The Enbu is held from <b>10:00am</b> on <b>2nd Sunday</b> of June.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station (Chiba Prefecture)
1. use JR Narita Line to Sawara (40 min.)
2. use JR Kashima Line to Kashima Jingu (24 min.)
3. walk south (10 min.)yes600http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shosen_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShosen ValleyShosen Valley (御岳昇仙峡, mitakeshosenkyo) is one of the best landscape scenery located in Chichibutamakai National Park, Yamanashi. It is also chosen as the Heisei 100 best waters. The valley is about 5km long, and it have many beautiful rocks and waterfalls, including Senga Fall, which is the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. The valley was formed by scoring of Arakawa River. Therefore, there are many unique rocks, walls and tunnels which create the art of nature in this valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are free parking and restaurants. The sidewalk of the river is well constracuted.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Kofu Staition
1. use local bus to Sengataki, Shosenkyo.
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes345http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/grave_of_yoritomo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL048.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL048.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGrave of Minamoto no YoritomoThe Grave of Minamoto no Yorhitomo (源頼朝の墓) is located in northeast of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, Kamakura. Yoritomo is the first Shogun open Samurai government in 1192. He died in 1199. He is the founder and president of Samurai and its sprits with Zen. Now, many people visit and pay their respects of Samurai Spirits here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station
1. walk northeast (15 min.)
yes130http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zeniarai_benten/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL049.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL049.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfZeniarai Benten ShrineZeniarai Benten Shrine (銭洗弁天) is the second most popular spot in Kamakura. Zeniarai literary means washing money. Most people visit this shrine wash their money and hope the money grow. Originally, this washing money is a part of "Misogi" the cleaning body and soul because money represent the evil side of human.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is no admission fee. No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura station.
1. walk northwest (20 min.)
yes282http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mamenhara_kogen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMamenhara highlandMamenhara highland(麻綿原高原) is a highland garden, which has over 20,000 Ajisai planted, located between Otaki and Amatsu in Chiba. The top of mountain is about 340m high. During the season of Ajisai blooming, many people visit this place and enjoy Ajisai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is public parking: 500 yen
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu station
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Awakamogawa (1hr.)
2. use JR Sotobo Line to Awaamatsu (5min.)
3. ues local bus to Kiyosumidera
4 walk (1hr.)
yes233http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hananobe_no_sato/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHananobe no Sato GardenHananobe no Sato Garden (花野辺の里) is Japanese garden located in Katsuora Chiba. It has many flowers bloom for each season. In Spring, there are Sakura, Ume and Tsutsuji bloom. In Summer, Ajisai bloom. This garden is very famous for Ajisai flowers. Also, you can enjoy Autumn Leaves. Also, there is Hinaningyo doll museum which have hundreds of Hinaningyo doll.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 600 yen for adult and 400 for kids.
Open:07:30 to 16:30
Parking available.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu Station
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Soga (30 min.)
2. use JR Sotobo Line to Katsuura (1hr. 20min.)
3. walk (40 min.)
yes345http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiratsuka_tanabata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL050.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL050.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShonan Hiratsuka Tanabata FestivalThe Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival (湘南平塚七夕祭り) in Hiratsuka celebrates Tanabata or the star festival. It is held in the summer every year on July 7th which is the seventh day of the seventh lunar month of the old lunisolar calendar. It lasts for four days ending with a large parade on the 10th .
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stands. Better to visit there by train.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Hiratsuka (30 min.)yes304http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/isobe_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIsobe OnsenIsobe Onsen (磯部温泉) is Onsen town located in Annaka, Gunma. This is the birth place of Japanese Onsen Symbol. There are many Onsen hotels and public Onsen you can enjoy here. Free Ashi-yu, foot Onsen is also available nearby Isobe Station. Isobe Onsen is also famous for Isobe-yaki (磯部焼き), Senbei - Japanese rice cracker. Isobe-yaki is Senbei made by Onsen water of Isobe. Soda and salt of this Onsen water makes delicious Senbei. They still used the traditional way of making Senbei here.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There are many Isobe-yaki shops around the station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (14 min.)
2. use JR Shinetsu Line to Isobe (18 min.)yes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kinugawa_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKinugawa OnsenKinugawa Onsen (鬼怒川温泉) is Onsen Town located in Nikko, Tochigi. Kinugawa Onsen is one of the major Onsen Town in Kanto beside Hakone Onsen in Kanagawa. The town is developed by the side of Kinu river and there are many natures and beautiful valley, Ryuo Valley. Kinugawa Onsen has many Onsen Hotels and around the town, there are also many tourist attractions, such as Edomura, Tobu World Squire, Sarugundan and more. Because it is located near from Niko Shrines and Temples, many people visit here and enjoy Onsen after their sightseeing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is several free hand and feet Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tobu Nikko
1. use Tobu Nikko Line to Shimo Imaichi(8 min.)
2. use Tobu Kinugawa Line to Kinugawa Onsen (20 min.)yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_chuzenji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake Chuzenji Lake Chuzenji (中禅寺湖) is a highland lake located in Oku-Nikko, Tochigi. It is 25th largest lakes in Japan. Lake Chuzenji’s altitude is 1,269m and, as the natual lakes, it is the highest lake in Japan. Because of the high altitude, Lake Chuzenji is very cool even in summer and many people visit this lake to enjoy cool summer and camping. There are many restaurants and tourist attraction like boat riding or fishing. There are many waterfalls, including world famous Kegon Falls. The scenery of Lake Chuzenji with Mt. Nantai is very beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is public parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station
1. use Tobunikko bus to Kegononotaki iriguchi (45 min.)
2. walk (2 min.)yes215http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuroshio_wadaiko_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKuroshio Wadaiko FestivalSouth Izu Kuroshio Wadaiko Festival (南伊豆黒潮和太鼓まつり) is the festival of wadaiko, the Japanese Drums.
There are 5 wadaiko team from around Shizuoka and have great demonstration of Wadaiko music. It opens at Furusato park at Minamiizu town in middle of July. About 3 hours of None stop Wadaiko ceremony you can enjoy!
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free parking, and are many food stands.
<b>Access</b>
0. Shimoda Station.
1. Use Tokai Bus to Minami Izucho
yes342http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumomi_sengen_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKumomi Sengen Shrine Kumomi Sengen Shrine (雲見浅間神社) is Sengen Shrine located in west-side of Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka. The main shrine is place on the top of Mt. Eboshi which is rock mountain, 162m high. It enshrines Iwanagahimenomikoto (磐長姫尊). There is stairs and hiking course to reach the top, but a hard climbing is required, and top is very windy. At the top of mountain, you can see great view of Suruga Bay, and Izu Peninsula. When sky is clear, you could see Mt. Fuji.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
When it has heavy wind, don’t climb. It is very dangerous. Also, when it’s rain, stairs become slippy.
There is free parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. Mishima Station
1. use Izu Hakone Line to Shuzenji (34 min.)
2. use Tokai Bus to Matsuzaki (1hr. 40min.)
3. use Tokai Bus to Kumomi (20 min.)yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumomi_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKumomi OnsenKumomi Onsen (雲見温泉) is located in west-side of Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka. It is very small town, but has great Onsen and beach which has great view of Mt. Fuji. Also, there are many hiking courses you with Japanese flowers of all season. In summer, many people visit here and enjoy at beach and stay Onsen Hotels, and some of people enjoy camping. Also, there are many natures you can enjoy, such as Mt.Eboshi, Sengan-mon rock gate.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Swimming, scuba diving, fishing, and fishing.yes102http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hamaori_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL051.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL051.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHamaori matsuriThe Hamaori matsuri(濱降祭) on Nishihama beach in Chigasaki, kanagawa. Over 40 omikoshi from various Shinto shrines in the surrounding are are brought down to the beach in a special annual ritual. It is held in Day of Sea in July every year. Many people watch mikoshi or carry mikoshi to enjoy this festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stands, but almost no parking.
Recommend to visit by train.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Chigasaki (15 min.)
2. walk south to the Chigaskai Beach (20 min.)yes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nikko_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNikko SummarizedNikko(日光) is located on the top of mountain in Tochigi prefecture. Nikko has the great temples and shrines which most of them are national treasure of Japan and some of them are even the world treasure. Nikko Toshogu Shrine(日光東照宮) which enshrines Ieyasu Tokugawa is the most popular travel spots and important shrine in Nikko. Also, around Lake Chuzenji, there are many beautiful nature including Kegon Falls(華厳ノ滝), the most famous water falls in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Nikko is the wide area to enjoy many spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa Station
1. use Tobu Line to Nikko (2 hrs.)yes478http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/odawara_chochin_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL052.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL052.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOdawara Lantern FestivalOdawara Lantern Festival (小田原ちょうちん夏祭り, odawara chochin natsumatsuri) is the summer matsuri which has all kinds of ceremonies including Mikoshi, Wadaiko (Japanese Drums), Dance and food. What is special about this festival is Chochin, the Japanese Lantern. There are many lanterns made by all people around Odawara city. If you want to enjoy all kinds of Japanese festival at once, check out Odawara Lantern Festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No admission fee. No parking. Many food stands.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes290http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asakusa_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL083.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL083.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAsakusa SummarizedAsakusa (淺草) is the most popular tourist spot in Tokyo. The history of Asakusa as the tourist spot began even before the Edo period. The town was developed as Monzen Town of the Senso-ji Temple. During the Edo period, because of Sankin Kotai which made all Daimo, the land-master, have to visit and stay certain amount of time in Edo, Asakusa became major spot in Edo. Today, still many people visit Asakusa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Nakamise Shopping district has many gift shops.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. use Ginza Line to Asakusa (10 min.)
yes225http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toshogu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNikko Toshogu ShrineNikko Toshogu Shrine (日光東照宮) is a Shinto shrine in Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture. It is part of the "Shrines and Temples of Nikko," a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Toshogu is dedicated to and enshrines Tokugawa Ieyasu ( 徳川家康), the founder of the Tokugawa Government and the first Tokugawa Shogun. After his death, his son the second Shogun Hidetada, and his grandson the third Shogun Iemitsu built this shrine in 1617. Most of the shrine and it ’s structures are preserved in their original form and many of them are designated as National Treasures of Japan.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission fee:1,300 yen for adult, 450 yen for kids.
For Treasure Museum: 500 yen for adult, 300 yen for high school, 200 for kids.
For Art Museum: 800 yen for adult, 600 yen for high school, 400 yen for kids.
Open: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (4/1-10/31), 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (11/1-3/31)
There is parking space.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. use Local bus to Nikko Toshogu 15 min.yes626http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hachioji_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL084.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL084.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHachioji MatsuriHachioji Matsuri (八王子まつり) is the traditional Japanese Festival held in beginning of August in Hachioji, Tokyo. Many Mikoshi (portable shrine) and 19 Dashi (Japanese Parade Float) will be running over the central city of Hachioji. Also, over 300 food stands and gift shops will be open in this festival. One of the biggest Matsuri in Hachioji. You can enjoy exciting Mikoshi parade and Dashi with great dance performance and music.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Better to visit by train.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Hachioji (40 min.)
yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsujido_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL053.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL053.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsujido BeachTsujido Beach (辻堂海岸) is one of the most popular beach, especially for surfing, near by Tokyo. It is located in Shonan Beach, Fujisawa city, Kanagawa. From the Tsujido Station to the beach, there are many surf shops called "Surf Street." You can buy everything what you need for surfing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking with public restrooms and showers.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Tsujido (25 min.)
2. walk south.
yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shuzenji_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShuzenji OnsenShuzenji Onsen (修善寺温泉) is the oldest Onsen town in Izu Peninsula. The name was taken from Shuzenji Temple. It is chosen as the 100 best Onsen in Japan. The town is developed around the Kakegawa River. There are many Onsen hotels. Hakoyu is the only public Onsen you can enjoy. Because it is quiet and peaceful town, many famous writers like Soseki Natsume visited and stayed here and finish their books. There are many classic Onsen entertainments.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Hakoyu (Public Onsen): 350 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. use Izu Hakone Line to Shuzenji (30 min.)
2. take local bust to Shuzenji (8 min.)yes195http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/dogashima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDogashimaDogashima (堂ヶ島) is located on the west side of Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka. West side of Izu Peninsula has many beaches with Onsen and fresh fish. Dogashima has very unique beach side. There are many cliff and small islands which have beautiful national tunnel. Also, at low tight, you can walk to the Sanshiro Islands. In summer, many people visit here and enjoy beach, onsen, fresh fish and cruse at the islands.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many public parking. Public onsen cost 500 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. use Izu Hakone Line to Suzenji (35 min.)
3. use Tokai bus to Dogashima (1hr. 30 min.)yes226http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ishibu_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIshibu OnsenIshibu Onsen(石部温泉) is located west side of Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka. West side of Izu Peninsula has many beaches with Onsen and fresh fish. Ishibu Onsen is one of the Beach spots. There are about 30 small Hotels, and you can enjoy a beach, Onsen and fresh fish at the same time. There is free public Onsen which you can take with the swimming wear.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking, changing room, and public bath. During the summer, there is food stand opens at the beach.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. use Izu Hakone Line to Suzenji (35 min.)
2. use Tokai bus to Ishibu Onsenyes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukagawa_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL085.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL085.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFukagawa ReitaisaiFukagawa Reitaisai (深川例大祭) is one of the Major Edo Festival, as well as Sanno Maturi and Kanda Matsuri. It happens around middle of August. There are over 50 Mikoshi carried. Every three years, the main Miyamikoshi appears on this Festival. This Matsuri starts since the beginning of Edo government about 400 years ago. This is also know as "Mizukake Matsuri, throwing water festival" because people throwing water to the Mikoshi carriers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no food stand like other festival.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi (Tokyo) Station)
1. use Tozai Line to Kiyosumi Shirakawa (6 min.)
2. walk north.
yes346http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miura_kaigan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL054.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL054.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMiura BeachMiura Beach (三浦海岸, miura kaigan) is located on Tokyo Bay side of Miura Peninsula, Kanagawa. It is one of the biggest far shallow beach in Kanto, and the wave is very low here. Therefore it is very popular not only for sea bathing, but also great spots for windsurfing. Because Miura Beach is conveniently located from Tokyo and the beach is very close from Miura Station, many people visit here in summer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking space and public restrooms are available
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kurihama (10 min.)
2. walk to Keikyu Kurihama Station (4 min.)
3. use Keikyu Kurihama Line to Miura Kaigan (9 min.)yes173http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_tsurugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL055.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL055.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCape TsurugiCape Tsurugi (剱崎, Tsurugizaki) is located in Miura Peninsula, Kanagawa. There are many great fishing spot, small beach and park. It is also known as Ken Zaki. Most of the cape is settled by huge rocks which create beautiful landscape. Because it is located the point of facing Tokyo Bay and Sagami Bay, there are many kinds of fish.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is almost no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at at Yokosuka Station
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kurihama (10 min.)
2. walk to Keikyu Kurihama Station (4 min.)
3. use Keikyu Bus to Tsurugizaki (30 min.)
yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_okonomiyaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to OkonomiyakiOkonomiyaki (お好み焼き) is a Japanese savoury pancake containing a variety of ingredients. The name is derived from the word okonomi, meaning "what you like" or "what you want", and yaki meaning "grilled" or "cooked" (cf. yakitori and yakisoba). Okonomiyaki is mainly associated with Kansai or Hiroshima areas of Japan, but is widely available throughout the country. Toppings and batters tend to vary according to region.
yes265http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsunashima_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL056.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL056.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsunashima MatsuriTsunashima Matsuri (綱島諏訪神社例大祭, tsunashimasuwajinja reitaisai) is local festival at Tsunashima in the end of August. Matsuri start at noon and it will keep up until night. There are about 14 Mikoshi and people carry Mikoshi from the Suwa Shrine and travels around Tsunashima town. There are many food stands.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stands.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Yokohama Station
2. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Tsunashima (10 min.)
yes246http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oiwa_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL086.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL086.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOiwainari Tamiya ShrineOiwa-Inari Tamiya Shrine (於岩稲荷田宮神社) is located in Yotsuya, Shinjuku. This shrine is dedicated to Oiwa who appears in the most famous Japanese ghost story "Yotsuya Kaidan." Yosuya Kaidan is a very famous story for Kabuki since Edo Period. People believe there is always a curse of Oiwa when they do that ghost story. To avoid the curse, people visit here and pray for safe acting. Today, "Yotsuya Kaidan" is still the favorite story for all entertainment and people still follow this convention.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
No parking. No admission fee.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Yotsuyasanchome (8 min.)
2. walk south (6 min.)
yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yosakoi_tokyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL087.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL087.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYosakoi FestivalYosakoi Festival (スーパーよさこい) is one of the most popular dance festival in Tokyo. It takes place at Harajuku and Omotesando. Over 100 Yosakoi Dance teams and over 10,000 dancers show their original Yosakoi Dances with unique costumes. Yosakoi Festival is hold in the end of August. It is chosen one of 10 best Japanese Matsuri, and one of the three major dance festival in Tokyo, as well as Koenji Awaodori and Asakusa Samba Carnival. They are the finale of the end of Japanese Sumer vacation.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. Omotesando Street will be closed for this carnival, and you can have a seat on the side of the street. There are several stages around Harajuku Station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya station or Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku (3 min.)
yes527http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nihon_minkaen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL059.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL059.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Folk House MuseumThe Japan Open-Air Folk House Museum (日本民家園, Nihon Minkaen) in Kawasaki City has on display some fine examples of traditional Japanese architecture dating back to the 17th century. There are 25 historical buildings from all over Japan most of which are farm houses. There is also a traditional water mill complete with mortars and wooden pestles and a complete Kabuki stage which was built in 1857. There is a Shinto shrine which was built in the 1860’s, and a ferry man’s hut which dates from 1925. There is also a gate of a samurai residence which was built in the middle of the 19th century and a traditional raised storehouse which was built in the late 19th century and brought here from the Amami archipelago in Kagoshima Prefecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission Fee:
Adults 500 yen, 65 years and over 500 yen. Children(Junior High School and under) Free, Handicapped Persons Free.
Open:
from Mar. to Oct. 9:30am~5:00pm(Last admission 4:30pm)
from Nov. to Feb. 9:30am~4:30pm(Last admission 4:00pm)
There is public parking. English tour guides are available
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station
1. use JR Nanbu Line to Noborito (27 min.)
2. use Odakyu Line to Mukogaoka Yuen (1 min.)
3. walk south (13 min.)
yes562http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/folk_crafts_demo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL057.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL057.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFolk crafts DemonstrationAt the Nihon Minkaen various folk crafts are demonstrated each Sunday. Through instructions from the Mingu-Seisaku-Gijutsu-Hozonkai (Society of Preserving Arts and Skills of Making Folk Tools) there are folk tool making demonstrations; bamboo basket weaving (Takezaiku), cotton weaving (Hataori) and straw crafts (Warazaiku).
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission Fee:
Adults 500 yen, 65 years and over 500 yen. Children(Junior High School and under) Free, Handicapped Persons Free.
Open:
from Mar. to Oct. 9:30am~5:00pm(Last admission 4:30pm)
from Nov. to Feb. 9:30am~4:30pm(Last admission 4:00pm)
There is a public parking. English tour guides are available.
<b>Access</b>
4. at Kawasaki Station
5. use JR Nanbu Line to Noborito (27 min.)
6. use Odakyu Line to Mukogaoka Yuen (1 min.)
7. walk south (13 min.)
yes326http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shin_yokohama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL058.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL058.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShin YokohamaShin Yokohama(新横浜) is the first Tokaido Shinkansen Station from Tokyo. Because of the Shinkansen Line, it is developed city for both business and entertainments. There are many entertainments spots such as Nissan Stadium, Yokohama Arena, and Ramen Museum. Because many people use Shinkansen, it has many hotels and restaurants including shopping mall and Karaoke Box.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Hotels, restaurants and all entertainments are closely located from Shinyokohama Station. There is many parking and close from Highway, too.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use Yokohama Subway Blue Line to Shinyokohama (12 min.)yes160http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsuka_relics_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL060.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL060.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOtsuka Saikachi Relics ParkOtsuka Saikachi Relics Park(大塚・歳勝土跡公園, otsukasaikachidosekikoen) is the ruin of Japanese village of Yayoi period, approximately 2000 years ago. There ruins of houses, tombs and barricade which you can see how the village was composed. One hundred people were considered to live there those days. There are seven pit dwellings a high-floor storehouse, molded remains and a wooden bridge in the relic. Also, bamboo forest, and classic houses are displayed in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use Yokohama Subway Blue Line to Center Kita (30 min.)
2. walk south (8 min.)
yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/misono_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL061.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL061.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMisono Park & Yokomizo HouseMisono Park "Yokomizo House" (みその公園・横溝屋敷, misonokoen yokomizoyashiki) is the Japanese classic houses from late 16th century. Current owner is 17th landlord, and the family keep the traditional house form to exhibit the life style of Edo Period. Yokomizo House is the cultural assets of Yokohama city which you can used for your events. So, many local events are held in this park.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission is free. There is free parking. If you are planing to use this facility, you have to make a reservation.
Open: 9:30 to 16:30
The third monday is closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Tsunashima
2 use Local Bus to Jinmeisyamae
3. walk west (8 min.)
yes141http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/seseragi_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL062.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL062.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSeseragi ParkSeseragi Park (せせらぎ公園) is located in Nakamachidai, Yokohama. There are tea houses, beautiful ponds, and many interesting restaurants. Because it is conveniently located in the center of the residential area and close from Nakamachidai Station, many people enjoy and play at this park. There are great restaurants on the side of parkway.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use Yokohama Subway Blue Line to Nakamachidai (25 min.)
2. walk north (2 min.)
yes94http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_yakisoba/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to YakisobaYakisoba (焼きそば), literally "fried noodles", is a dish often sold at festivals in Japan, but originates in China. The dish was derived by the Chinese from the traditional chow mein, but has been more heavily integrated into Japanese cuisine like ramen. Even though soba (Japanese Noodles made from Buckwheat) is part of the word, yakisoba noodles are not made from buckwheat, but are similar to ramen noodles and made from wheat flour.
Yakisoba usually refers to sauce yakisoba, flavored with yakisoba sauce. It is prepared by stir-frying ramen-style noodles with bite-sized pork, vegetables (usually cabbage, onions or carrots) and flavoured with yakisoba sauce, salt and pepper. It is served with a multitude of garnishes, such as aonori (seaweed powder), beni shoga (shredded pickled ginger), katsuobushi (fish flakes), and Japanese mayonnaise.
yes182http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/onioshidashi_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOnioshidashi GardenOnioshidashi Garden (鬼押出し園) is the natural garden formed by Lava and Rock of the eruption of Mt. Asama. It is located in Gunma. In 1783, there was the huge eruption of Mt. Asama, and formed this garden. The view is also called the sea of rocks. Because it is located over 1300m high up in the mountain, there are many mountain flowers you can see every seasons. It has a great harmony of Mt. Asama, Sea of Rocks, and beautiful mountain flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free parking.
Admission fee: 600 yen for adult, 400 yen for kids.
Open: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, close in winter.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin Maebashi
1. use JR Agatsuma Line to Manza Shikazawaguchi (1 hr. 30 min.)
2. use local bus to Onioshidashien (25 min.)
yes352http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yabusame_samukawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL063.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL063.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYabusame at Samukawa ShrineEach year in September around the 20th at Samukawa jinja Miyayama, Samukawamachi, Koza County, Kanagawa Prefecture, the Takeda ryu holds it's annual yabusame (流鏑馬) ceremony. Takeda ryu dates back to the 8th century and practises the same methods and rituals as established in the 12th century by Minamoto no Yoritomo, the first Shogun.
<b>There is parking around the Shrine.</b>
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Chigasaki (18 min.)
2. use JR Sagami Line to Miyayama (11 min.)
3. walk south (5 min.)yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sendai_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSendai summarizedSendai (仙台) is the biggest city in Tohoku Region located in Miyagi. It is also known as City of Forest "Morino Miyako," because there are many beautiful natures around the city and planted many trees in the city as well. Sendai was developed by famous Samurai, Date Masamune. So, there are many ruins of him including his grave, and people here adore him. For the Tohku Region, Sendai is the center of economy, fashion and entertainments.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a huge shopping district.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station
1. walk out (1 min.)
yes127http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsushima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMatsushimaMatsushima (松島) is one of the three view of Japan, and located in Miyagi. Matsushima literary means "Pine Islands." So, there are about 260 small islands in Matsushima Bay. Many people had visited for long time. The famous Haiku Poet Matsuo Basho also visited here during his trip recorded in Narrow Road to the Deep North, and made great Haiku poems for Matsushima.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking, gift shops, restaurants and hotels.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station
1. use JR Senseki Line to Matsushima Kaigan ( 40 min.)
2. walk east (2 min.)
yes307http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sendai_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSendai CastleSendai Castle (仙台城), also known as Aoba Castle, is ruin of the Japanese hill top Castle located in Sendai. It was built in 1601by Date Masamune. It commanded a highly defensible strategic position overlooking the city of Sendai. When Spanish messenger watched this castle, he said "This was the strongest castle I ever saw." Sendai Castle is stractured, honmaru, ninomaru, and sannomaru.
Current Castle site also contains a Gokoku Shrine, as well as a large equestrain statue of Date Masamune. At the observation area, you can see great view of Sendai City. One of the most popular travel spots in Sendai area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station
1. use local bus to Aobajoshi
yes155http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tamon_mountain/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. TamonMt. Tamon (多聞山) is the small mountain located in Shichigahama, Miyagi. It has the great view of Matsushima which count as the one of the four great view of Matsushima. It is called Ikan " 偉観” because it has strong view of Matsushima.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station
1. use JR Senseki Line to Honshiogama (19 min.)
2. use local bus to Gankyo Bashi (30 min.)
3. walk north (5 min.)
yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsuhima_bay/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMatsushima BayMatsushima (松島) is one of the three view of Japan, and located in Miyagi. Matsushima literary means "Pine Islands." So, there are about 260 small islands in Matsushima Bay. All of the islands have names. It is also chosen as one of the 100 best geological condition of Japan because of the unique and beautiful look. There are many ferries to travel those islands, and some of them have bridge to access the islands.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking, gift shops, restaurants and hotels.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station
1. use JR Senseki Line to Matsushima Kaigan ( 40 min.)
2. walk east (2 min.)
yes205http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumanokotai_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKumanoKotai ShirneKumanoKotai Shirne (熊野皇大神社) is one of three Kumano Shrine located Usui, Nagano. This shrine is very unique because it is located on the border line of Nagano and Gunma prefecture. On the Nagano side shrine is called KumanoKotai Shrine, and Gunma side is called Kumano Shrine. they both enshrined Holly sprits of Kumano. There is observation hill for viewing excellent site of Karuizawa and Mt. Myogi.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use JR Shinkansen to Karuizawa (33 min.)
2. use local bus to Usui Toge
yes123http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumano_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKumano ShrineKumano Shrine (熊野神社) is one of three Kumano Shrine located usui, Gunma. This shrine is very unique because it is located on the border line of Nagano and Gunma prefecture. On the Gunma side shrine is called Kumano Shrine, and Nagano side is called KumanoKotai Shrine. They both enshrined the same god and the origin is the same, but because this mountain pass was very important point for sengoku period, to avoid the duel, people built two shrine for both side in Edo Period.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use JR Shinkansen to Karuizawa (33 min.)
2. use local bus to Usui Toge
yes123http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tagajo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTaga CastleTaga Casle (多賀城, tagajo) is the one of the oldest ruins of Castle in Japan which built in 724. It was also the Mutsu provincial center, and the base for the administration of Tohoku region during Nara to Heian periods (8th to mid 10th century). It is also one of the 100 best Japanese castles.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is tour guide. Free Parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station
1, use JR Senseki Line to KokufuTagajo (13 min.)
2. use walk (10 min.)
yes133http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiratsuka_bonbori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL064.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL064.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHiratsuka Bonbori FestaEach year in the second week of September the Hiratsuka Hachimangu(平塚八幡宮) in Sengen Town, Hiratsuka City holds it’s annual bonbori ( ぼんぼり, paper lantern) matsuri. Other cities around Japan have similar lantern festivals throughout August and September.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Hiratsuka (15 min.)
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes289http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kyu_karu_ginza/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKyu-Karuizawa GinzaKyu-Karuizawa Ginza (旧軽井沢銀座), also known as Kyu-Karuizawa main street, is the shopping district located in Karuizawa, Nagano. It has about 500m long and many fashion shops, gift shops, and restaurants. Karuizawa is very famous for travel spot during the summer because the temperature is very low even in summer. Right now, there is Shinkansen Station, so many people visit here for all seasons.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space. There is Jinrikisha service.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use JR Shinkansen to Karuizawa (33 min.)
2. walk north (25 min.)
yes128http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiraito_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShiraito FallsShiraito Falls is located in Nagano. It is close from Karuizawa so many people visit here as their tour. It has about 3m high and 70m wide. The water of Shiraito falls are come from the mountain, so the amount of water is not depended on rain. It was name Shiraito, literary means white string falls, because there are hundreds of small waterfalls which looks like white strings.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free parking, food stands and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use JR Shinkansen to Karuizawa (33 min.)
2. use local bus to Shiraitonotaki (23 min.)
yes190http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsumoto_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMatsumoto CastleMatsumoto Castle (松本城) is one of 12 Extant Original Castles built in 1593. It is Combined towers structure Tenshu which as 29.4m high from ground level. As 5 Layered 6 stories high Tenshi, Tenshu of Matsumoto Castle is the oldest which still exists. This castle is listed as the National Treasure of Japan, and chosen as the four best castle of Japan. Because it painted deep black, it is also known as Crow Castle. In side of the Tenshu, is exhibition area for Rifles and armors from Sengoku Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are public parking.
Admission fee into the castle and museum : 600 yen for adult and 30 yen for kids.
Open: 8:30am to 5pm, gate closed at 4:30 pm. Closed on New year’s Day.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station
1. Walk north (15 min.)
yes466http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_misoshiru/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to Miso-SoupMiso Soup (味噌汁, miso shiru) is a traditional Japanese soup consisting of a stock called "dashi" into which is mixed softened miso paste. Although the suspension of miso paste into dashi is the only characteristic that actually defines miso soup, many other ingredients are added depending on regional and seasonal recipes, and personal preference.
yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daio_wasabi_farm/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDaio Wasabi FarmDaio Wasabi Farm (大王わさび農場) is located in Azumino, Nagano. Daio Wasabi Farm is not just farm but also have many tourist attraction with Wasabi, and various kinds of Wasabi products including Wasabi Soft-cream. The farm is access free, so that you can see real wasabi field. Also, they have experiencing making Wasabi-zuke, pickled wasabi. You can buy fresh Wasabi, and all other kinds of Wasabi related food.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free parking.
Business hours: 8:30 to 17:30, change in the season.
Experiencing making wasabizuke: 1000 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station
1. use JR Oito Line to Hodaka (24 min.)
2. take a taxi (10 min.)yes318http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawagoe/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKawagoeKawagoe (川越) is also known as little Edo “Koedo.” About 6 million travelers visit Kawagoe, and one of the biggest travel spot in Saitama. This city has developed as the important defense line to protect Edo city, and also developed very similar town of Edo. Moreover, because many classic houses which survived from big fire in 1893, people still use those classic houses for restaurants and any other kinds of shops. This street is called “Kurazukuri.” Therefore, the town still looks like little Edo. Also, There are many historical temple like Kitain Temple.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
At Kurazukuri Street, there is Jinrikisha service for tourist.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. walk north (5 min.)yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiriyaki_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShiriyaki OnsenShiriyaki Onsen (尻焼温泉) is one of Onsen located in Kuni Village, Gunma. It is also known as Onsen of RIver because entire river, in the spot, is Onsen. There are three motels located right next to Onsen. It is free, and you can enjoy real wild Onsen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is wild. No changing room. Free. If there is too much rain, you can't take. 24 hours open, but no light.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use Agatsuma Line to Naganoharakusatsuguchi
2. use bus to Hanashiki Onsen (45 min.)
3. walk west (10 min.)
yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ichiya_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL065.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL065.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIchiya matsuri in HayakawaIchiya (一夜城祭り) matsuri in Hayakawa is held on the Ishigaki mountain top which was once the scene of the most unconventional siege in the history of Samurai warfare. The matsuri celebrates the fall of Odawara castle and a re-enactment of the events leading up to the Hojo clan surrender to Toyotomi Hideyoshi is a great spectacle.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu station
1. use JR Tokaido to Odawara
2. take bus to Ishigaki Ichiya Joyes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/terihakyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTeriha ValleyTeriha Valley (照葉峡) is one of the famous spot for Koyo, Autumn leaves. There are 11 small waterfalls and beautiful river. In the middle of October, the entire mountain become Autumn leaves. Koyo spot has over 10 km long.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibukawa Station.
1. use JR to Minakami Station
2. use bus to the last stop.
3. walk east 2 hours.
yes374http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_curry/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook a Japanese CurryHow to cook a typical Japanese curry rice. Curry (カレー kare) is one of the most popular dishes in Japan. It is commonly served in three main forms: curry rice ( カレーライス kare raisu), kare udon (thick noodles) and kare-pan (bread). Curry rice is most commonly referred to simply as 'curry' ( カレー kare).
A wide variety of vegetables and meats are used to make Japanese curry. The basic vegetables are onions, carrots, and potatoes. For the meat, beef, pork, chicken and sometimes duck are the most popular, in order of decreasing popularity. Katsu-kare is a breaded deep-fried pork cutlet with curry sauce.
Curry was introduced to Japan during the Meiji era (1869 - 1913), at a time when India was under the administration of the British. The dish became popular and available for purchase in supermarkets and restaurants in the late 1960s. It has been adapted since its introduction to Japan, and is so widely consumed that it can be called a national dish.
yes291http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/park_of_sea_yokohama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL066.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL066.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfPark of Sea, YokohamaPark of Sea (海の公園) is a artificial beach park located in Yokohama. It is one of the nearest beach from Tokyo. Because it shallow, you can enjoy digging clams here. In summer many people visit here and enjoy beach spots and family activities. Also, you can enjoy fishing and wind surfing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use Keihinkyuko Line to Kanazawa Hakkei.
2. use Seaside Line to Uminokoenshibaguchi
yes157http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_rice/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to Cook RiceRice is the most important food for all Japanese food. The way of cooking Japanese rice is typical but also very unique. Check out how to cook rice from polishing to steaming to have a great Japanese rice.yes209http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kusatsu_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKusatsu OnsenKusatsu Onsen (草津温泉) is a naturally heated spring which discharges from the ground at a total of 32,000 L/m from more than 100 points across the area. It is one of Japan's top three onsen and is world famous for it's therapeutic properties. The water is high in sulphate, aluminium, sulfur and chloride which gives it a unique green glow. Heated by underground volcanic vents the water reaches 60 ℃. The water is good for the relief of neuralgia, muscle pain, dermatosis, bruising, sprains hypertension and fatigue. The strong sterilising power, which destroys germs and bacteria, is the secret to it's therapeutic properties.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are three free public Onsen. Hand Onsen and Foot Onsen are also available as well.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin Maebashi.
1. use JR Agatsuma Line to Naganohara Kusatsuguchi (1 hr.
30 min.)
2. use bus to Kusatsu Onsen (1 hr.)yes393http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tenjin_daira/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTenjin DairaTenjin Daira(天神平) is located on the Mt. Tanigawa. It is about 1,500m high from the sea level. From the top of Tenjin Daira, you can see great view of Gunma prefecture. In Autumn, there is beautiful Koyo, and in the winter it becomes sky spot. Many people visit here for mountain hike, and there is also ropeway to reach the top of Tenjin Daira.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 8:00 to 17:00
Admission for ropeway: 2000 yen for round trip.
Admission for lift to the top: 700 yen for round trip.
There is parking and food stand.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibukawa Station
1. use JR Joetsu Line to Minakami (40 min.)
2. use JR Joetsu Line to Doai (9 min.)
3. walk North (20 min.)yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takasaki_kannon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakasaki KannonTakasaki Kannon(高崎白衣大観音, takasakibyakuedaikannon) is one of the symbol of Takasaki City, Gunma. It is located on the Mt. Kannon, and inside of Jiganin(慈眼院). It has 41.8m high and you can enter the inside of its body. 20 buddha statues are placed inside of the Kannon.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is no parking. Inside of the temple, there is restroom. On the way to the temple, there are many food stands and gift shop.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin-Maebashi Station
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (12 min.)
2. use Gururin Bus to Takasaki Kannon (20 min.)yes139http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shomyoji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL067.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL067.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShomyoji TempleShyomyoji Temple (称名寺) is ShingonRitsu Buddhist Temple located in Kanazawa, Yokohama. The entire temples and garden was chosen as the important historical spots. The gate and garden has great views which represent the land of Perfect Bliss. In the spring, there are beautiful Sakura, cherry blossom, at the main leading street and inside of the temple.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is no parking, but restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Keihinkyuko Line to Kanazawa Hakkei (18 min.)
2. walk east (20 min.)yes239http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nojima_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL068.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL068.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNojima ParkNojima Park (野島公園) is one of the park located in Yokohama. It is also in the island, and park has small hill which is 57m high. There is observation stand at the top of the hill which you can see great view of Mt. Fuji and Tokyo Bay area. There is BBQ spot, and camping spot.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and BBQ facility. Need appointment for BBQ, 045-781-8146
<b>Access</b>
0. Yokohama Station
1. use Keikyu Line to Kanazawa Hakkei (18 min.)
2. use Yokohama Mono to Nojima Koen (2 min.)
3. walk east (10 min.)yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fruits_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL069.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL069.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFruits ParkFruits Park is one of the open public garden where make
and serve fruits. It is located on right next to Yomiuri
Land, Kawasaki city. They have glasshouses where you can
enjoy many flowers. In March, there are beautiful Plum
flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: free
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station
1. use JR Nanbu Line to Noborito (30 min.)
2. use Odakyu Line to Yomiurirando mae (6 min.)
3. walk (15 min.)yes228http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukuroda_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFukuroda Falls in KoyoFukuroda Falls (袋田の滝, fukurodanotaki) is one of the three great falls in Japan, and also one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. This falls has four faces for each season. In Autumn, there is beautiful Autumn Leaves. There is new observation stand for high angle.
Tourist Info.
300 yen for observation deck. There are many parking, restaurants and gift shops around the fall. On September 2008, the new observation deck will open.
Access
0. Mito Station.
1. use JR Suigun Line to Fukuroda Station (1hr. 9min.)
2. use bus to Fukurodanotaki (15min.)
yes163http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gokoku_jinja/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGokoku ShrineGokoku Shrine (茨城県護国神社) is located in Mito, Ibaraki. Gokoku Shrine is built in1878 for the worship of soldier who died during a war, especially Meiji Restoration. Now, it is one of the preserver shrine for Japan and all Japanese.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking. There are many events through a year.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station
1. use JR Joban Line to Kairakuen (4 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamanaka_suwa_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYamanaka Suwa ShrineYamanaka Suwa Shrine(山中諏訪神社) and Yamanaka Sengen Shrine ( 山中浅間神社) are located right next to Lake Yamanaka and Mt. Fuji. Yamanaka Suwa shrine is known as the shrine for safe baby delivery and having baby. Many people visit this shrine for their babies. In Autumn, they have great Autumn leaves in their garden. Nice to see koyo with Mt. Fuji.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Yoshida Station
1. use bus to Lake Yamanaka
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daimyo_gyoretsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL070.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL070.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Hakone Daimyo gyoretsuThe Daimyo gyoretsu (大名行列, Daimyo procession and matsuri) is held in Hakone Yumoto onsen town on the national holiday of November 3rd which is Culture Day.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is few parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. Odawara Station
1. use Odakyu Line to Hakone Yumoto (13 min.)
yes302http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_katsudon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to KatsudonKatsudon (Pork Cutlet Bowl) is one of the popular Japanese food, a bowl of rice topped with a deep-fried pork cutlet, egg, and condiments. Sauce is made by Dashi (Umami soup), sugar and soy sauce.
yes398http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_tower/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL088.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL088.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTokyo TowerTokyo Tower(東京タワー) is a communications tower with two observation decks and souvenir shops in Tokyo. Tokyo Tower is 333 metres tall making it the tallest self-supporting steel structure in the world and the tallest artificial structure in Japan. It weighs 4,000 tons. Built in 1958. In compliance with air safety regulations it is painted white and international orange.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee:
To the Main Observation decks: 820 yen for adult, 460 yen for
kids. 310 yen for over 4 year-old.
To special Observation decks: additional 600 yen for adult,
400 yen for kids, 350 yen for over 4 year-old.
Open: 9:00 to 22:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Kasumigaseki (4 min.)
2. use Hibiya LIne to Kamiyacho (2 min.)
3. walk south (15 min.)yes340http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shonandaira/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL072.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL072.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShonandaira HillsShonandaira Hills (湘南平) is located between Oiso and Hiratsuka City. It has 181m high which as great view of Shonan area nd Sagami Bay. Especially, at night there is great night scenes. There is one observation Tower and TV Tower which you can also go up and see the great view. During the spring, there are many Sakura bloom and many people visite here and enjoy Hanami.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free parking
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Hiratsuka (14 min.)
2. take bus to Shonandaira Resthouse.(30 min.)
yes80http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagatoro_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNagatoro Koyo festivalDuring the middle of November, Nagatoro (長瀞) has great light up Koyo, autumn leaves, at Momiji park. There are 100s of Momiji, Japanese maple trees, are planted and in the Autumn all of them change their color of leaves to beautiful red. Light up from 17:00 to 21:30. Many people visit here and enjoy great light up Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya Station
1. use Chichibu Line to Kami Nagatoro (50 min.)
2. walke south (5 min.)
yes185http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_hodo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. HodoMt. Hodo (宝登山) is located Nagatoro, Saitama. It is 497m high, and at the top, you can see great view of Chichibu area. There is ropeway to reach the top of the mountain. Mt. Hodo has many faces for each seasons. There is the shrine and garden which have many flowers. In the spring, Plums and Cherry blossom are bloom. In May, Tsutsuji flower bloom. At summer, you can enjoy beautiful green leaves, and Autumn leaves at Fall. In the winter, Robai will blooms.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Addmission fee for ropeway: (round trips) 800 yen for Adult
and 400 for kids.
Open hours: 9:40 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya Station
1. use Chichibu Line to Nagatoro (47 min.)
2. walke west (15 min.)
yes145http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chichibu_kegon_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfChichibu Kegon FallsChichibu Kegon Falls (秩父華厳の滝) is located in Minanomachi. It is 13m high and has the same amount of water fall though the year. Because it looks small version of Kegon Falls in Nikko, it is called Chichibu Kegon Falls. This water falls is surrounded by the red stones. With autumn leaves, this waterfalls have great impression with red stones and autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya Station
1. use Chichibu Line to Minano (53 min.)
2. use bus to Kegonnotaki
3. walk (10 min.)
yes204http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanbaseki_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSanbaseki ValleySanbaseki Valley(三波石峡) is composed of rows of large boulders and rocks of unusual shape that run for approximately 1.5 km along the Kanna River in the Yuzurihara Kayakabu area. Sanbaseki is geologically classified as crystalline schist, and distribute along a long belt of exposed rocks that span 800km from the Kanto Region to the Kyushu Region.There are many hiking courses you can enjoy.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit.
1. use Kanetsu Express way
2. get off at Honjo Kodama
3. drive south on 462 to Sanbaseki Onsen.
4. drive deeper.
yes171http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagatoro_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNagatoro ValleyNagatoro Valley (長瀞渓谷) is located Nagatoro, Saitama. It is upper part of Ara River. Nagatoro is very popular for downstreaming and Iwadatami. Iwadatami, chosen as the special important natural monument of Japan, is rock floor shaped by Metamorphic rock, and there many waterfalls run into the Ara River. In Autumn, you can enjoy unique rocks, waterfalls, rivers and beautiful autumn leaves at the same time. Also, many people visit here to enjoy downstreaming, rafting, and canoe.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is many parking. During the Autumn, many people visit here.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya Station
1. use Chichibu Line to Nagatoro (47 min.)
2. walke east (2 min.)
yes362http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jimbocho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL089.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL089.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJinbochoJinbocho (神保町) is one of the biggest book store district in the world located in Kanda. There are many antique book stores which sales books from Edo period and even older. Not only books but these book stores also sales, antique Japanese print works including Ukiyoe-arts and maps, and toys. Also, there are many winter sports gear shops opened here in Jinbocho lately.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many curry rice restaurants open.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. walk to Otemachi station (15 min.)
2. use Hanzomon Line to Jinbocho (4 min.)
yes247http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kotohira_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL071.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL071.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKotohira ShrineKotohira Shrine(琴平神社) is located in Kawasaki. In the book of the shrine from 1711 said this shrine was built for the wife of 2nd Tokugawa Shogun Hidetada. It is very popular shrine for Shichigosan around this area. The name of Kotohira came from Kotohira Shrine (金刀比羅) at Shikoku region.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station
1. use JR Nanbu Line to Noborito (27 min.)
2. use Odakyu Line to Kakio (20 min.)
3. use Bus to Kotohira jinja.
yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inuyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfInuyama castleInuyama castle (犬山城, also called Inuyama Hakutei castle) is located in the city of Inuyama in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. The castle overlooks the Kiso River, which is on the border of Aichi and Gifu prefectures. Inuyama castle is recognised as the oldest standing castle in Japan, having been originally built in 1440 and it is one of only 12 extant castles in Japan built before the Edo period (1603-1868).
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Addmission: 500 yen
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entering at 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. Use Meitetsu Nagoya to Inuyama (35 min.)
2. walk north (15 min.)yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/himeji_koko_en/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHimeji Koko-enHimeji Koko-en (好古園), was constructed in 1992 to commemorate the one hundredth anniversary of the establisment of Himeji municipality.
Himeji Koko-en is composed of nine separate gardens, making use of the exact former site of where Nishi-Oyashiki (the Lord's West Residence) and other samurai houses once existed. The original Iocation was confirmed through seven archeological excavations.
Professor Makoto Nakamura of Kyoto University supervised the planning and designing of this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen and 150 yen for kids. There is group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entering at 16:00) in winter. Opens until 18:00 in summer.
<b>Access</b>
2. at Himeji Station
3. walk north (15 min.)yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/himeji_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHimeji castleHimeji castle (姫路城) is one of Japan's three most famous castles and is the most visited castle in Japan. It is located in Himeji in Hyõgo Prefecture. It is also known as Shirasagi castle which means "White Heron castle (白鷺城, shirasagi-jo)" because of its brilliant white walls. It is one of the 12 Existed Castles, and National Treasure of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 600 yen and 200 yen for kids. There is group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entering at 16:00) in winter. Opens until 18:00 in summer.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Himeji Station
1. walk north (15 min.)yes145http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okazaki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOkazaki CastleOkazaki Castle (岡崎城) is located Okazaki, Aichi. It is chosen as the one of the 100 best castles in Japan. It is medium size castle with Gokoku Shrine located in the Honmaru. The Original castle was used to be 4th biggest castle in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Okazaki (40 min.)
2. use Aichi Kanjo Line to Nakaokazaki (7 min.)
3. walk west (5 min.)
yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyama_ahuri_jinja_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL073.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL073.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOyama Afuri Jinja MatsuriThe Oyama Afuri jinja matsuri(大山阿夫利神社祭) is a unique festival held on mount Oyama in the Tanzawa mountains in Kanagawa. Mount Oyama is 1,252 metres high and has long been regarded as a holy mountain and object of worship. A sacred Shinto mikoshi is carried from the Afuri jinja, which is located on the top of Mount Oyama, first to the lower shrine on the side of the mountain, and then on down to the shrine office at the very foot of the mountain; a distance of 8km.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Odawara Station.
1. use Odakyu Line to Isehara (34 min.)
2. use bus to Oyama Cable.
yes306http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aiki_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAiki ShrineAiki Shrine (合気神社) is the only shrine dedicated to Aikido in the world. It was built by the Founder of Aikido, Morihei Ueshiba in 1943. It is enshrined Sarutahikonomikami and 43 other gods. Many great Aikido legends stayed here and trained Aikido, and today, many Aikido-ka visit from all over the world to train.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking. Iwama Dojo is right next to Aiki Shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station
1. use JR Joban Line to Iwama (19 min.)
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes217http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atago_tengumori_koen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAtago Tengu Park Atago Tengu Park (あたご天狗の森公園) is located on the top of Mt. Atago, Ibaraki. It is 305m high, and you can see the great view of middle Ibaraki Prefecture. There are many Tengu related stuff, including Atagoyama Shrine. The legend said Tengu had trained here in this mountain. There is also many kids facility, therefore on the weekend, many people visit here for family activities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station
1. use JR Joban Line to Iwama (19 min.)
2. walk west (30 min.)
yes99http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/himeji_city/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHimeji CityHimeji is located west side of Hyogo Prefecture. Himeji is originally a castle town with Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage SIte and National Treasure of Japan and the most beautiful Castle in Japan. Other attractions including the Engyo-ji temple, Mount Seppiko, Himeji Central Park, and Koko-en Garden. There are also many ruins which you can feel the time of Castle Town. In front of the Himeji Castle, there is big shopping districts which you can buy great sweets of Himeji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking and transportation is well
constructed.
yes553http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/himeji_castle_night/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHimeji Castle at NightHimeji Castle will be lighted-up at night until mid-night. It is the great night scene with the most beautiful castle in Japan. This is the great combination of historical site and modern site. This could never happen during the Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The light-up will shut down at 0:00.
yes145http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokohama_marine_tower/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL074.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL074.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYokohama Marine TowerYokohama Marine Tower (横浜マリンタワー) is one of the popular travel spots in Yokohama, located right next to Yokohama Bay and China Town. On the top floor, there is an observatory which is 91m high. From the observatory you can see great view of Yokohama DownTown, and Bay area, especially at Night you can see great Yokohama Lights. There are a gift shop and restaurant.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 750yen for adult, 500yen for students, 250yen for elementary, 200yen for 3 to 5, free for under 3.
Open: 10:00 to 22:30, last entry 22:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use Minato Mirai Line to Motomachi Chukagai (10 min.)
2. walk east (4 min.)
yes192http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_tocho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL090.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL090.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTokyo Metropolitan Gov. BuildingTokyo Metropolitan Government Building (東京都庁) has the observatory on the 45th floor. The building has two towers on the top levels, and both of them have the observatory. It is one of the famous spot to see downtown Tokyo, especially for night scenery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: Free
Open from 9:30 to 23:00 (south tower closed at 17:30, and last entry is 22:30.
No Smoking, No food.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. walk west (15 min.)
yes256http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mito/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMitoMito (水戸) is located in the middle part of Ibaraki Prefecture. It is very popular for the city of Mito Komon. Mito Komon is the most popular Samurai Show in Japan. It is the fiction story based on the real samurai. The main Character, Mito Komon Mitsukuni (水戸黄門光国), was the grandson of Tokugawa Ieyasu, and Daimyo of Mito. He was also the Vice Shogun. His servant Samurai, Suke-san and Kaku-san are also the based on the real person. In Mito, there are many historical ruins of Mito Castle and Mito Komon. Also, the last Shogun was born here and studied at Kodokan which is located right next to Mito Castle. Mito is also very famous for Natto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Many of ruins are located near by Mito Station.
yes213http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soba_making/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSoba Making at Gokoku ShrineRitual Soba Making at Ibaraki Gokoku Shrine is one of the major Soba Matsuri in Mito. It is hold in the beginning of December. There is Shinto Ritual before making soba and demonstration of Soba Making at the shrine. After the ritual, people eat soba.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Need to sigh up before join this event.
Fee: 2000 yen. Only for 100 people.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station
1. use JR Joban Line to Kairakuen (4 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes339http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_sukiyaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to Cook SukiyakiIngredients:
-Sliced Beef
-Shiitake Mushroom
-Grilled Tofu
-Green Onion
-Garland Chrysanthemum (Shungiku)
-Thin Alimentary Yam Paste (Shirataki)
Sukiyaki Soup
-Soy Sauce
-Sugar
-Sweet Rice Wine (Mirin)
-Sake
yes497http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jukkoku_toge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJukkoku Mt. PassJukkoku Mt. Pass (十国峠) is one of the mountains of Hakone, located in Shizuoka Prefecture. It has 770m high, and has a great view of Mt. Fuji, Sagami Bay, Izu Peninsula and Suruga Bay. There is a cable car to reach the top of the mountain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Fee for the cable car: 420 for adult, 210 for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami Station
1. use Tokai Bus to Jukkokutoge (40 min.)
yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ose_misaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCape OseCape Ose (大瀬崎) is one of the cape located on the north Izu peninsula. It is the great spot to see Mt. Fuji and Suruga Bay at the same time. The record said, this cape was formed at 684 after the big earthquake. Because the quality of the water is great and the wave is always small, it is very famous for scuba diving. Also at the summer, many people visit here for enjoy swimming.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restaurants.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numazu Station.
1. use Tokai Bus to Osezaki
yes242http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/benten_island/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBenten IslandBenten Island (弁天島) is the island with Onsen located at the mouth of Lake Hamana. It is the one of the tourist spots around Lake Hamana. It has great beach where you can enjoy swimming, fishing and clam capturing. There are many restaurants which serve Unagi, Japanese Eel.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many Hotels with Onsen. Public parking is available.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Bentenjima (12 min.)yes184http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hamamatsu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHamamatsu CastleHamamatsu Castle (浜松城) is located in the Hamamatsu City. It was the Castle of Tokugawa Ieyasu. He spend 17 years at this castle and fought many battles. Hamamatsu Castle is the beginning of his success story. Now, there is reconstructed Tenshu which is also the museum. The Ishigaki, the stone wall, of Hamamatsu castle are the original which remains over 400 years.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 150 yen for adult, free under junior high.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu Castle.
1. 1. use bus to Shiyakusyo mae (10 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)yes244http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kadoya_dagashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKadoya - DagashiyaKadoya is Dagashiya (駄菓子屋), the classic Japanese sweets shop, located in Arai Town. Dagashiya is the old style sweets shop. Those sweets are original price since eary Showa period. If you have 200 yen, you can buy many sweets at Dagashiya.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Araimachi (18 min.)
2. use bus to Arai Sekisho (5 min.)
3. walk south west (15 min.)yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryugashi_cavern/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRyugashi CavernRyugashi Cavern(竜ヶ岩洞) is the biggest cavern in the Tokai district of Japan. It is a 1000 metre long cavern which stretches through a fossil rich limestone layer 359 metres up the south face of Ryugashi mountain in Hamamatsu. Today, 400 metres of the caverns are open to the public. The cavern was formed over millions of years with fossils found inside the caverns carbon dated to 250 million years.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission:650 yen for adult, 450 yen for junior high, and 350 for kids.
Open from 9:00 to 17:00
Free parking
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu Station
1. use Entetsu Bus to Ryugashido iriguchi (50 min.)
2. walk (5 imn.)yes327http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/dotonbori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDotonboriDotonbori (道頓堀) is located in the south of Osaka City. It is popular spot for food and restaurants. It is well known as "Kuidaore," means eating too many food so that you spend all money. There are many famous restaurants, such as Kani Doraku and Tuboraya. Also, it is famous for Gurico Neon sign. You can eat all kinds of Osaka Delicacies.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a sea-bus to access the spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Osaka Station
1. use Osaka city Line Yotsubashi Line to Nanba (8 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes201http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinsekai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOsaka ShinsekaiOsaka Shinsekai (新世界) is a shopping district located in the south area of Osaka city. Tsutenkaku Tower ( 通天閣) is the most popular feature of Shinsekai. It has the old style shopping district which has not changed for over 30 years. At he main street, there are many Kushikatsu, skewered pork cutlet, restaurants are opened. Biliken-san is the most famous feature of Dotonbori located on the top observatory of Tsutenkaku Tower.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many theaters and restaurants. Festival Gate is the another tourist attraction in Shinsekai.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Osaka Station
1. use JR Kankukaisoku Line to Shinimamiya (13 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes332http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/doguyasuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDoguyasuji Shopping DistrictDoguyasuji Shopping District (道具屋筋商店街) is the shopping district where you can buy many cooking supplies. It is like Kappabashi in Tokyo, and you can buy many fake food as well. There are many shops which sale cooking supplies for the Kansai food, such as Okonomiyaki and Takoyaki.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are about 50 shops along the main streets.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Osaka Station
1. use Osaka city Line Yotsubashi Line to Nanba (8 min.)
2. walk south east (5 min.)
yes189http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/osaka_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOsaka CastleOsaka Castle (大阪城) is one of the major castles of Japan located in the center of Osaka City.It was built in 1585 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi and rebuilt by Tokugawa Hidetada. It is well known as the Castle of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. There are Tenshu (reconstructed), stone walls, moat and keeps, and many of them are still remains as the original. The entire castle is still preserved well so that you can see the actual castle from Sengoku period. Many of the ruins are chosen as the important cultural treasure of Japan. There are many attraction such as museum, and concert hole in the castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission for Tenshu: 600 yen for adults, free under junior high.
Opens: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Osaka Station
1. use JR Osakakanjo Line to Osahajokoen (9 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)yes440http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyama_afuri_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL075.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL075.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOyama Afuri ShrineOyama Afuri Shrine (大山阿夫利神社) is located on the Mt. Oyama. The top of the Mt. Oyama was the sacred place for over 2,200 years. It was used to be the god of the rain and water for all Sagami area. After the middle ares, many Samurai starting from Minamoto no Yoritomo, Hojo, Tokugawa, had visited this shrine for good luck. From the shrine, you can see great view of all Sagami area.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is cable car to reach the shrine. Parking is available.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Odakyu Odawara Line to Isehara (33 min.)
2. use bus to Oyama Afuri Jinja.
3. use cable car
yes220http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakegawa_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKakegawa CastleKakegawa Castle (掛川城) is located in Kakegawa city, Shizuoka. It was built in1469 to 1487 by Asahina Yasuhiro. During the Sengoku Period, it was the battleground state for Imagawa, Takeda and Tokugawa. It was reconstructed in 1994. There is Ninomaru Goten which built in 1861 and stone walls and moat are still remains. It is chosen as one of the 100 castles (42nd).
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom. Admission for Tenshu: 300 yen for adults, and 150 yen for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Kakegawa (26 min.)
2. walk north (15 min.)
yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_wear_yoroi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to Wear YoroiThe most common type of armour worn by Samurai during the turbulent Sengoku period (1467-1603) was known as tosei gusoku (modern armour). In our video we explain how a middle-ranking Samurai would prepare for battle, putting on a Tosei gusoku in the okegawa do style.
yes610http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miho_no_matsubara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMiho Pine-forestMiho Pine-forest (三保の松原, mihonomatsubara) is one of the new three views of Japan, located in Shimizu port, Shizuoka. It was very famous view spot for Mt. Fuji since Heian period (1200 years ago). The pine-forest is located on the beach, and has over 54,000 pine trees. Also, you can enjoy great view of Suruga Bay, and Izu Peninsula.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, restroom and gift shops.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Shimizu
2. use Shizutetu Just Line to Mihomatsubara Iriguchi.
3. walk (15 min.)
yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsuba_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMatsuba FallsMatsuba Falls (松葉の滝) is located in Kakegawa, Shizuoka. It is 10 m high. There are two waterfalls. One is male falls, and the other is female falls. You can see male falls. You can enjoy great natures there. Especially, the water is so pure, and air is so fresh around the falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu Station.
1. use JR Tokaido to Kakegawa.
2. use bus to Kurami Onsen.
3. walk north (45 min.)
yes212http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/360_mt_fuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI034.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI034.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swf360 degrees view of Mt. FujiMount Fuji ( 富士山, a.k.a. Fuji-san.) is the highest mountain in Japan at 3,776m (12,388ft). Along with Mount Tate and Mount Haku, it is one of Japan's "Three Holy Mountains" ( 三霊山 Sanreizan). An active volcano that last erupted in 1707-1708, Mount Fuji is just west of Tokyo, and can be seen on a clear day. Mount Fuji's exceptionally symmetrical cone is a well-known symbol of Japan and it is frequently depicted in art and photographs, as well as visited by sightseers and climbers.
yes300http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokohama_west/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL076.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL076.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYokohama West Entrance AreaYokohama West Entrance Area(横浜西口, Yokohama Nishiguchi) is the biggest shopping district in Kanagawa. There are many huge department stores such as Takashimaya, Tokyu-Hands, and Yodobashi Camera for electric gears. Also, there are over 1,000 individual shops, restaurants, bars, and many entertainment, such as Karaoke or game center. Most of the teenagers, come here and have funs. Great spot for after work. You name it, you will find it in Yokohama West Entrance Area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many public parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. walk west (1 min.)
yes286http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_hamburg/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to Cook HamburgJapanese Style Hamburg is one of the popular daily dishes in Japan. The unique feature of Japanese Style is using the combination meat of Beef and Pork. There are many way to cook it and it fits many sauce style, such as ketchup, Soy sauce, or cheese.
yes321http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokosuka_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI036.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI036.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYokosuka CastleYokosuka Castle is the ruin of Japanese Caslte which built in 1578 by Osuka under the order of Ieyasu.It was one of the very important castle for Tokugawa Ieyasu to against Takeda Shingen. After the death of Oda Nobunaga, and Takeda Family, Ieyasu was moved from Hamamatsu Castle to Sunpu Castle and this castle was owned by Osuka Family and in 1682, it became Nishio's Castle till the end of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu.
1. use JR Tokaido to Kakegawa (14 min.)
2. use local bus to Yokosuka Castle.
yes145http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimizu_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI035.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI035.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShimizu Residence GardenShimizu Residence Garden (清水邸庭園) is located in Kakegawa, Shizuoka. It is the garden with tea house where you can enjoy beautiful Japanese style garden and great tea of Shizuoka. The house was originally built in late 17th century and it still remain. It is the one of the 100 best waterside of Shizuoka.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. Free for admission.
Tea: 500 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu.
1. use JR Tokaido to Kakegawa (14 min.)
2. use local bus to Shimiauteiteien.
yes173http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/harumi_boat_terminal/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL092.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL092.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHarumi Passenger Ship TerminalHarumi Passenger Ship Terminal (晴海客船ターミナル) is the international Ship Terminal located on harumi Island. There is the observatory on the sixth floor of the building and has great view of Tokyo Bay Area, and Shinagawa Skyscrapers. At night, you can see great view of Tokyo city light. Also, it is the best spot for the Rainbow bridge.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. Observatory is free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Local Bus o Harumi Kyakusen Terminal.
yes122http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukishima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL091.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL091.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsukishimaTsukishima (月島) which means "moon island" is a long man-made island in Tokyo Bay. It is located right across the channel from the famous Tsukiji fish markets. Tsukishima is one of the best spot for "Monja-yaki." There are over 60 Monja Restaurants, and each one of them have unique Monja style.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is street parking. The main street is called "Nishinakadori."
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Yurakucho (2 min.)
2. Yurakucho Line to Tukishima (5 min.)
yes369http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/higashi_gyoen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL093.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL093.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Imperial Palace Eastern GardenThe Imperial Palace Easter Garden(皇居東御苑, kokyohigashigyoen) is also the ruins of Edo Castle(江戸城). It was the Honmaru and Ooku was located during the Edo period. It was used to be the center of Tokugawa Government and the castle of Tokugawa Shogun. After the Meiji Restoration, it becomes the Imperial Palace of Japan. The eastern garden is the part of the palace where opens for public. There are beautiful Japanese gardens and many ruins of Edo Castle, such as the gate, stone walls, moat and houses are still existed.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Opens: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9:00 to 16:00 (in summer, opens till 17:00. No admission fee. Notice: This is the part of the Imperial Palace, so there are many police watching any kinds of activities. There is no party, or exercise allowed in the garden. Please keep the great manner and stay away from the restricted area when you visit here.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. walk west (15 min.)
yes498http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/utsunomiya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUtsunomiyaUtsunomiya(宇都宮) is the biggest city in Northern Kanto where a half million people live. Historically, it was developed the important city to access Tohoku region (Northern Japan) since Heian Period. Utsunomiya, today, is well known for Gyoza "Japanese Dumpling." There are many Gyoza Specialized restaurants around the Utsunomiya Station.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can get a map of Gyoza Restaurants in Utsunomiya Station.
yes195http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/utsunomiya_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUtsunomiya CastleUtsunomiya Castle(宇都宮城) is located in Utsunomiya, Tochigi. It is one of the seven major Castles of Kanto. Current Castle is a park with ruins of moats, keeps and walls. Many people visit here to enjoy family activities and relaxing. It was built around the late 12th century. Utsunomiya Castle was very important castle to protect Kanto, especially Edo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are a parking, museum and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utsunomiya Station
1. use local bus to Utsunomiyajo Koen.
yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oya_stone_mining/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOya Stone MineThe Oya Museum (大谷資料館) is the site of the Oya Stone Mine (大谷採石場). The mine dates from at least the eighth century AD and stone from the mine was used widely in the area. Removal of stone from the mine has created cavernous a space with a floor area of about twenty thousand square metres underground. Today, many events and concerts are held in the mine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utsunomiya Station
1. use Kanto Bus to Shiryokaniriguchi (30 min.)
2. walk (3 min.)
yes357http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/heiwa_kannon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHeiwa KannonHeiwa Kannon(平和観音) is located Utsunomiya, Tochigi. It is 27m high Kannon Statue made by Oya Stone. It was built for the world peace and memorial for soldiers who had died during the WWII. It was designed by Mr. Asajiro Hida, and took 6 years to finish.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utsunomiya Station
1. use Kanto Bus to Oyakannonmae (30 min.)
2. walk (3 min.)
yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oya_view_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOya View ParkOya View Park(大谷景観公園oya keikan koen) is the spot where you can see the Unusual Shaped Stones of Oya. Those rocks of Oya was created by volcanic activity about 20 million years ago. With the sound of a river and peaceful wind, you can relax well at this park. Many people visit here for their recreation and relaxing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utsunomiya Station
1. use Kanto Bus to Shiryokaniriguchi (30 min.)
2. walk (1 min.)
yes175http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kagaoka_100_caves/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNagaoka 100 CavesNagaoka 100 Caves (長岡百穴, nagaokahyakuana) is located north of Utsunomiya City. It has 52 caves with stone statues of Kannon. Nagaoka 100 Caves are built around 8th century and they were used to be the graves for people lived here. Kannons was built in later time. It is a very unique spot to see and feel the life of ancient time of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utsunomiya Station
1. use Kanto Bus to Toyosatodaiiriguchi.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes223http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yurakucho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL095.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL095.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYurakuchoYurakucho(有楽町) is located next to the Tokyo Station. Yurakucho itself is the shopping district, but because it is surrounded by Marunuchi and Ginza, it is very convenient shopping spot with all range of the price. Also, because it is located in the middle of business district (Otemachi, Marunouchi and Shinbashi) there are many restaurants and bars.
<b>Toursit Info.</b>
There is parking. Patio is open park open public complexes where you can have lunch or meeting.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. Use JR Yamanote Line to Yurakucho (1 min.)
yes220http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/togoshi_ginza/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL094.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL094.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTogoshi GinzaTogoshi Ginza (戸越銀座) is one of the popular shopping street located in Togoshi, Shinagawa. There are over 400s of shops, restaurants, food stands, and all other kinds of stores which you need your daily groceries. The street is about 1.6km (1 mile). Over 10,000 people visit here enjoy shopping every day.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Gotanda (5 min.)
2. use Tokyu Ikegami Line to Togoshi ginza (3 min.)
yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_gyoza/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHowto_cook_GyozaGyoza is Japanese Style Dumpling. The most prominent differences of Japanese-style gyoza from Chinese style jiaozi are the rich garlic flavor, which is less noticeable in the Chinese version, and the fact that Japanese-style gyoza are very lightly flavored with salt, soy, and that the Gyoza wrappers are much thinner than the Chinese counterpart. They are usually served with soy-based tare sauce seasoned with rice vinegar and/or rayu in China, red chili pepper-flavored sesame oil). The most common recipe found in Japan is a mixture of minced pork, garlic, cabbage, and nira (Chinese chives), and sesame oil, which is then wrapped into thinly-rolled dough skins. In essence, gyoza are a cross between a pierogi and an egg roll.Gyoza can be found in supermarkets and restaurants throughout Japan. Pan-fried gyoza are sold as a side dish in almost all ramen and Chinese restaurants in Japan.The most popular preparation method is the pan-fried style called yaki-gyoza ( 焼き餃子) in Japan, in which the dumpling is first fried on one flat side, creating a crispy skin. Then, water is added and the pan sealed with a lid, until the upper part of the gyoza is steamed. Other popular methods include boiled sui-gyoza ( 水餃子) and deep fried age-gyoza (揚げ餃子).
yes343http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_tonjiru/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHowto Cook Tonjiru"Tonjiru."
-Miso soup with pork & Vegetables.-yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/roubai_botan_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHigashi Matsuyama Botan GardenHigashi Matsuyama Botan Garden (東松山ぼたん園) is located in Saitama Prefecture. There are many flowers planted starting from Peony, Sakura, Hydrangea, and Winter-sweets.
As the Peony Garden, it is the one the biggest garden in Kanto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station
1. use Tobu Tojo Line to Shinrin Koen (26 min.)yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/saitama_arena_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWinter Fantasia at Saitama ArenaWinter Fantasia at Saitama Super Arena is the winter light-up event at Saitama Super Arena. From the beginning of November to middle of February, Trees at the front of the Arena will be decorated with the beautiful light.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up from 17:00 to 28:00 (4:00 am).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. Use JR Keihintohoku Line to Saitama Shin-fukutoshin (2 min.)
2. walk (1 min.)yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sarushima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL077.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL077.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSarushima IslandSarushima Island (猿島) is located 1.7km off the coast of Yokosuka and is the only natural island that remains in the Tokyo Bay. Precious ecosystems, animals and plants abide in the deserted island that spreads on an area of pprox. 5.1 ha. Historical monuments, including ruins of the Jomon and Yayoi periods and fortresses from Edo, Meiji and Showa period still stand today, making the island a true wonderland abundant of natural and historical treasures. Sarushima Island boasts itself for all its great resources making it a natural open-air museum that is 'Eco-museum' Sarushima.
<b> Tourist Info.</b>
Round boat trip fee: 1200 yen
From 9:00 to 16:00 (last boat at the island is 16:00)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka
1. use bus to Mikasa Koen
2. take a boat at Mikasa Port.
yes350http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/memorialship_mikasa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL078.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL078.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMemorial Ship MIKASAMemorial Ship MIKASA (三笠) is located in Yokosuka. MIKASA was the battleship built by Vickers Shipyard in England and was commissioned in 1902. At the Battle of the Sea of Japan in the Japanese-Russo War, MIKASA fought valiantly as the flagship of the Combined Fleet under Admiral Heihachiro Togo ( 東郷平八郎), Commander-in-Chief of the Combined Fleet. This ship is now preserved as the museum which still keeps many original parts of the ship and displays many historical items relating to the Japanese –Russo war as well as Admiral Togo's personal mementos.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Admission: 500 yen
Open: 9:00 to 17:30 (Closed 16:30 in the winter)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka
1. use bus to Mikasa Koen
yes326http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/owakudani/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL079.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL079.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOwakudaniOwakudani (大涌谷), which means the "Great Boiling valley," has an altitude of 1,040 metres and was formed around 3,000 years ago following a large eruption of Mount Hakone. Owakudani is a volcanic crater or caldera located on the northern side of Mount Kamiyama which is itself part of the larger Hakone volcano.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Hard to access by car.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara
1. use Hakone Tozan Line to Owakudani
yes301http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iinuma_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIinuma CastleIinuma Castle(飯沼城) is located in Sakai Castle Park at Bando city, Ibaraki. It was built in 1557 by Hojo Ujishige for protecting Hojo's land from Sakai, Yuki and Tagaya. It was discarded after the fall of Odawara Castle. Today, there is two stories keep, watches, moat, and garden. The current figure is very good reconstructed as the castle of Sengoku period. Also, well known for Sakura spots.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Keep and gardens close at 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Toride Station
1. use Kanto Line to Mitsukaido (27 min.)
2. use Kanto Line Joso Line to Minami Ishige (20 min.)
3. take a cab
yes212http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinjuku_illumination_1/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL096.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL096.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShinjuku Illuminations 1At the west main street of Shinjuku between Mitsui Bldg. and Sumitomo Bldg., there are beautiful light up until beginning of February.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinjuku_illumination_2/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL097.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL097.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShinjuku i-iland TowerShinjuku i-iland Tower (新宿アイランドタワー) has christmas light up until February 14. It is very beautiful with the light of Shinjuku Skyscrapers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up from 16:30 to 23:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soganji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSetsubun Matsuri at Soganji TempleSoganji Temple (総願寺) is located Kazo, Saitama. It has unique Setsubun Matsuri which has the history over 380 years.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is no parking. Visit there by train.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Kuki (20 min.)
2. use Tobu Isezaki Line to Kazo (11min.)
yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI037.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI037.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAtamiAtami (熱海) is Onsen City located in Izu peninsula, Shizuoka. Because there is the Shinkansen Station, it is very good access from Tokyo. It takes only 40 min. from Tokyo. There are many onsen hotels, restaurants which serve great sea food such as Sushi and Sashimi, and gift shop. Also, another great feature of Atami is Baien, a garden with Japanese Plum. During the winter, from January to March, there are beautiful Plum flowers are blooming.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Bairin is free, and it has free foot onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Atami (13 min.)
yes326http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atami_baien/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI038.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI038.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAtami Plum GardenAtami Plum Garden (熱海梅園, atamibaien) is a garden with Japanese Plums located in Atami. There 60 kinds over 450 plums are planted, and some of them are over 100 years old. The plums of this garden bloom from beginning of January to the beginning of March. This make the first blooming of Ume, Japanese Plum, spots arrive in the year in Japan. During the Ume season, there are many events and food stands are held and open in the garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking (Opens from 8:30 to 16:30)
Admission: Free
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Atami (23 min.)
2. use JR Ito Line to Kinomiya (2 min.)
3. walk west (15 min.)
yes288http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_tempura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook TempuraTenpura is one of the most popular Japanese food. There are many kinds of Tempura you can make. Find your own favorite ingredients for Tenpura.
yes406http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsurugaoka_hachimangu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL080.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL080.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsurugaoka Hachimangu ShrineTsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine (鶴岡八幡宮) is one of the three major Hachimangu located in Kamakura. It is the most popular spot in Kamakura, especially, Yabusame in September is very famous. Tsurugaoka Hachimangu was built in 1063 and became the capital and center of Kamakura Government established by Minamoto no Yoritomo.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is no parking. Admission: free.
Yabusame happen in September.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura station.
1. walk north east (15 min.)yes286http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hikone/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHikoneHikone (彦根) is located right next to Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture. The most popular feature of Hikone is Hikone Castle, one of the 12 existed remaining castles of Japan and The National Treasure of Japan. Not only the castle, there are many buildings still remains since Edo Period which gives you the great image of the castle town of Edo Period. There is Edo style shopping district called the Castle Road.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Park at the castle and all of the attraction are in walking distance.
<b>Access</b>
0. Maihara Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Hikone (5 min.)yes358http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hikone_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHikone CastleHikone Castle (彦根城) is one of twelve castles that survive from the Sengoku period, and was chosen as a National Treasure of Japan. It was owned by the Ii family during the Edo period. The head of the Ii family was one of the four generals of Tokugawa Ieyasu. Not only the Tenshu (Keep) but also many features such as the gates, stone walls, and towers also still remain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 600 yen for adult, 200 yen.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maihara Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Hikone (5 min.)
2. walk west (20 min.)yes375http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/genkyuen_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGenkyuen GardenGenkyuen Garden (玄宮園) is the Japanese garden which used to be the house of Daimyo, the feudal load, Ii family, located right next Hikone Castle. It has great view of Hikone Castle as the background. In Autumn, there are beautiful Koyo, autumn leaves, with light-up.
<b>Tourist information</b>
Admission: 600 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids.
Open: 8:30 to 17:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maihara Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Hikone (5 min.)
2. walk west (20 min.)yes182http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yumekyobashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Castle Road of YumekyobashiThe Castle Road of Yumekyobashi (夢京橋キャッスルロード) is located right next to Hikone Castle. It is the shopping districts which all the shops and restaurants are designed as the building of Edo Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is public parking and restroom. Located 10 minutes from Hikone Castle by walking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maihara Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Hikone (5 min.)
2. walk west (25 min.)yes184http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toriimoto_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfToriimoto TownToriimoto Town(鳥居元町) is located in Hikone, Shiga Prefecture. It is located on Nakasendo the way to the Kyoto from Edo. Toriimoto Town was 63rd INNs. There are many houses still remains or preserved well since Edo Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no place to eat or stay.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maihara Station
1. use Oume Line to Toriimoto (6 min.)yes134http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sawayama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSawayama ParkSawayama Park is located in Hikone, Shiga Prefecture. It is free park. There are many building and statues which represent many Japanese arts.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
DONOT Enter the inside of all building. It is very dangerous. Just enjoy the sightseeing.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maihara Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Hikone (5 min.)
2. walk west (30 min.)yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inatori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI043.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI043.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfInatoriInatori (稲取) was one of the major stone mining for building Edo Castle. There are many stones left over in this town. At the mountain, there are many ruins which tells you have the Stones were cut and prepared to carry over the castle. Now, people use those stones to built their own Stone walls. In October, there is festival to pull the stone in traditional way.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Many spots where you can see the stones are in the private properties. Please keep in the great manner.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami Station
1. use JR Supper view Odoriko to Izu Inatori (1 hr.)yes279http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsurushi_kazari/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI044.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI044.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHinano Tsurushi Kazari FestivalHinano Tsurushi Kazari Festival (雛のつるし飾りまつり) is traditional festival held at Hina Museum in Inatori Onsen in Izu Peninsula.There are many Tsurushi Kazari given from all over Japan. One of three major Tsurushi Kazari, Sakata no Kasafuku, is also displayed in this festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
From: January 20 to March 31
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami Station
1. use JR Supper view Odoriko to Izu Inatori (1 hr.)
2. walk south (10 min.)yes172http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/komuro_tsubaki_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI045.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI045.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. Komuro Tsubaki GardenMt. Komuro Tsubaki Garden (小室山つばき園) is Camellia Garden located in Izu Peninsula. There are 1,000 kinds 4,000 Camellia planted in this garden. During October to April, many Tsubaki, Camellia, bloom. It is the one of the biggest Tsubaki Garden in Japan. You can also enjoy great view of Mt. Fuji with Camellia.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. In winter, there is shop which sale the local food.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami Station
1. use JR Ito Line to Ito (24 min.)
2. use bus to Komuroyama (20 min.)yes215http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryugukutsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI046.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI046.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDragon CaveDragon Cave (竜宮窟, ryugukutsu) is the cave shaped in the coastal line of Izu Peninsula. It has national rock bridge and huge hole on the roof. The water come from the bridge, also considered as the gate, is very mysterious and give you the spiritual moment.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom. In summer parking is not free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami
1. use JR Ito Line to Ito (30 min.)
2. use Izu kyuko Line to Shimoda (50 min.)
3. take taxi to Ryugukutsu.yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawazu_yozakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI047.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI047.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKawazu Sakura at NightKawazu is famous for Kawazu Sakura, which bloom in winter, from February to March. From February 6 to March 10, there is light up Kawazu sakura at night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light up: 18:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami
1. use JR Express Odoriko to Kawadu (1 hr.)
2. walk north (15 min.)yes132http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagoya_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNagoya CastleNagoya Castle (名古屋城) is one of 100 best castles of Japan located in the center of Nagoya, Aichi. Originally, it was the castle of Oda Nobunaga, he was also born in this castle, and reconstructed in 1609 by Tokugawa Ieyasu. Current Tenshu, main tower, is built in 1959. It is also known as Kinsyachi Jo because gold orcas are placed on the top of Tenshu. It is one of the main feature of Nagoya.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen for adult, free for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30 (Tenshu Closed at 16:00)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use bus to Nagoyajo (15 min.)yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sumatakyo_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI039.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI039.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSumatakyo OnsenSumatakyo Onsen (寸又峡温泉) is Onsen town located in the deep side of mountain in Shizuoka. Its Onsen is also known as Bijinzukuri no yu, "Onsen for making beautiful women." The public Onsen has great view of South Japanese Alpine. In spring, there are many Sakura and Ume bloom. In summer, you can enjoy beautiful green mountain and, in autumn, there are are beautiful Koyo, autumn tints, you can enjoy.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
During autumn, there are many people visit here for Koyo. So, the public Onsen will be very crowed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Kanaya (32 min.)
2. use Oigawa Line to Senzu (60 min.)
3. use Minami Arupusu Abuto Line to Okusen (30 min.)
4. use Bus to Sumatakyo Onsen (30 min.)yes246http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sumata_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI040.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI040.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSumata ValleySumata Valley (寸又峡) is located south of southern Japanese Alpine, in Shizuoka. It is very popular spot for mountain hiking, especially during the Koyo season, Autumn. It has 16 km long, and there are many bridges which gives you great view of the valley. It has also great Onsen which is great for a skin care.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and public restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Kanaya (32 min.)
2. use Oigawa Line to Senzu (60 min.)
3. use Minami Arupusu Abuto Line to Okusen (30 min.)
4. use Bus to Sumatakyo Onsen (30 min.)yes161http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inatori_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI041.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI041.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfInatori OsenInatori Osen (稲取温泉) has many traditional festival that have been held since late Edo Period, such as the Hina Tsurushi Matsuri and Dontsuku Matsuri. Onsen ofers relaxation and recreation, accompanied by a panoramic view of the sea with Izu Oshima off in the distance. The culinary culture offers a wide range of dishes made chiefly from fresh seafood. In summer, there are family events and swimming on the beach. Blessed with a pleasant, moderate climate, Inatori is a small coastal town that offers visitors a lavish range of fun and enjoyment throughout the year.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are free foot Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami Station
1. use JR Supper view Odoriko to Izu Inatori (1 hr.)yes360http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kinunokai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI042.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI042.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKinunokaiKinunokai (絹の会) offers you the learning of making Tsurushi Kazari. Tsurushi Kazari is the festival for girls, held with its own unique tradition called Tsurushi Kazari that dates back to the Edo period. Mothers creat many dolls in prayer for the happiness of their children. We hope will come and see the home of this tradition of beauty and familial love that has been handed down over generations.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Class fee: 500 yen
Open: 9:00 to 18:00 (Last entry 17:00)
Closed on Tuesday
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami Station
1. use JR Supper view Odoriko to Izu Inatori (1 hr.)
2. walk south (10 min.)yes354http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_croquette/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Japanese CroquetteJapanese croquette is one of the most popular Japanese family dish. There are many variations, but the one with potato is the most famous.yes313http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_onigiri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook OnigiriOnigiri, as also known as Rice Ball, is the most popular lunch for Japanese since very old days. Onigiri is rice griped ball with many kinds of ingredients inside of the ball, and mostly surrounded by seaweed, nori. Onigiri has various choice to make.yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soka_path/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSoka History Strolling PathSoka (草加) was the Post Town of Nikko Road, the way to Nikko. In Soka History Strolling Pass, there are many ruins, history museum and reconstructed buildings which give you the image of how Nikko Road was. Okuno Hosomichi by Matsuobasho, the Haiku master, was started from this town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
About 1 hr. of walking courses.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Tobu Noda Line to Kasukabe (21 min.)
2. use Tobu Isezaki Line to Soka (19 min.)yes223http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koshigaya_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoshigaya Plum ParkKoshigaya Plum Park(越谷梅林公園) is located in Koshigaya, Saitama. There are 40 kinds, 300 Japanese Plum trees, Ume, are planted. From the Middle of February to MIddle of March, Ume will be blooming beautiful flowers. You can enjoy great color arts of white, pink and red, with nice sweet smell.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restoom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Tobu Noda Line to Kasukabe (21 min.)
2. use Tobu Isezaki Line to kitakasukabe (15 min.)
3. walk north (20 min.)yes220http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/negishi_forest_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL081.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL081.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNegishi Forest ParkNegishi Forest Park (根岸森林公園, negishishinrinkouen) is a huge park with play ground, kids facilities and many trees. From end of February to middle of March, 120 kinds over 560 Ume, Japanese Plum trees, will bloom. In April, there are about 400 Sakura will bloom. Great place for Hanami and family recreation.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use JR Negishi Line to Negishi (11 min.)
2. use bus to Takinoueyes250http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_gyudon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Beef bowlGyudon (牛丼), often literally translated into English
as beef bowl, is a Japanese dish consisting of a bowl of rice topped with beef and onion simmered in a mildly sweet sauce flavored with dashi (fish and seaweed stock), soy sauce and mirin (sweet rice wine). It also often includes shirataki noodles, and is sometimes topped with a raw egg. A very
popular food in Japan, it is commonly served with beni shōga (pickled ginger), shichimi (ground chili pepper), and a side dish of miso soup. Gyū means "cow" or "beef", and don is short for donburi, the Japanese word for
"bowl".yes199http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nipponbashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNipponbashiNipponbashi (日本橋) is the electric shopping district located in Osaka. It is like Akihabara in Tokyo. There are many computer shops, game shops, cartoon and anime shops. If you are looking for Akiba kinds of entertainment in Kansai, region, Nipponbashi is the place to go.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Osaka Station
1. use JR Osaka Kanjo Line to Tenman (2 min.)
2. walk to Yanagimachi (4 min.)
3. use Osaka City Sakaisuji Line to Nipponbashi (12 min.)yes173http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/makabe_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMakabe townMakabe town (真壁) is located in the middle of Ibaraki prefecture. Makabe was used to be the castle town of Makabe Castle. In Makabe, there are over 150 classic houses from Edo period. Especially, the storages are preserved in the great conditions. Also, the gate, moat and many other building are remains well, and this gives you the great images of how the town was constructed and developed during the Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
All those houses are private properties. Be very careful when you visit this town and take photo. And don't touch any of those buildings.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuchiura Station
1. use Kantotetsudo Bus to Makabe (50 min.)yes254http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_tsukuba/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. TsukubaMt. Tsukuba (筑波山) is one of the 100 best mountains of Japan, located in the middle of Ibaraki. It has a great panorama view of all Kanto region, and when the air is clear, you can see Mt. Fuji. There are two peaks, one is called "Nantaisan" and the other is called "Nyotaisan." There is the shrine on the tops of the mountains, and many people have visited the sacred place for over 2,000 years.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Cable car to top of Nantaisan: 1020 for round trip, 510 for kids.
Ropeway to top of Nyotaisan: 1070 for round trip, 540 for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuchiura Station
1. use local bus to Tsukuba san guchi (50 min.)yes271http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukubasan_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsukubasan Plum GardenTsukubasan Plum Garden (筑波山梅林, tsukubasan bairin) is Japanese plum garden located on Mt. Tsukuba. There are over 30 kinds 3000 Ume, Japanese plum, trees. From the end of January, Ume starts blooming and in the middle of March, all of the Ume blooms. It has great view of Kanto Region as the back ground.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. Admission is free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuchiura Station
1. use local bus to Tsukuba san guchi (50 min.)
2. walk west (15 min.)yes280http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hase/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL082.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL082.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHaseHase is located south east of Kamakura. The most popular feature of Hase is Daibutsu, the great Buddha, and Hase Temple. There are many gift shops and restaurants, especially if you are looking for Japanese weapons, the shop in front of Daibutsu has all kinds of Japanese Weapons with reasonable price.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
NO parking spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura
1. use Enoden to Hase (15 min.)yes352http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kinunomichi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL098.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL098.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSilk Road Silk Road (絹の道, kinunomichi) is located in Hachioji, Tokyo. It was used to be silk road to carry silks from Hachioji, Nagano, Yamanashi and Gunma to Yokohama Bay in the middle of 19th century. Especially, Hachioji was one of the biggest market place for silks because merchants gathered here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking No restroom. Park at the museum of Kinu next the entrance.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hashimoto Station
1. use Keio Bus to Kinunomichi iriguchi.yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_shiratama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Shiratama ZenzaiShiratama(白玉) is one of rice cake made from powdered glutinous rice. Siratama-zanzai is add Azuki beans to Shiratama. It is typical Japanese sweets.yes216http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kofu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKofuKofu (甲府) is located in Kofu basin, Yamanashi. It is the capital of Yamanashi. Kofu is also well known as the city of Takeda Shingen (武田信玄) because his house "Tsutsujigasaki House" was here. Because Kofu is located between Kyoto and Edo, this city was grown as the post town and the one of the important city to protect Edo during the Edo period. There are many historical ruins, especially related with Shingen, are here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
All the tourist spots are around the station.yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kofu_historical_path/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKofu Historical PathKofu Historical Pass (古の道) is the actual pass to access the Shingen's House. There are many Shingen related stuff, especially his grave, on this pass. At the observation hill, you can have great view of Kofu area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
About 1 hour walking from Kofu Station to Takeda Shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. walk northeast (10 min.)yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/monkey_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMonkey BridgeMonkey Bridge (猿橋, saruhasi) is located in Otsuki, Yamanashi. It is one of the three unique bridges of Japan. It is 30m long, 3.1m wide, and 31m high from Kakegawa river. It has great view of Kakegawa river and its valley. Because it was placed on the Kosyu Road, was very important place, and many battles took this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Sarubashi
2. walk eastyes162http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takeda_jinja/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakeda ShrineTakeda Shrine (武田神社) is located on Kofu, Yamanashi. It was built after Tsutsujigasaki House (躑躅ヶ崎館) of Takeda Shingen (武田信玄), and now it enshrines Takeda Shingen. This shrine was built in 1915 by people who love Shingen-ko and today people still visit here and pray for their own success.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station
1. use local bus to Takedajinjayes164http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kai_zenkoji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL034.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL034.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKai Zenkoji TempleKai Zenkoji Temple (甲斐善光寺) is the Jodo buddhist temple located in Kofu, Yamanashi. In 1565, Kai Zenkoji was established by Takeda Shingen (武田信玄), who was the ruler of Kai. There was an original temple called Zenkoji in Shinshu, Nagano. In 1552, it was burnt down during the war between Shingen and Murakami Yoshikiyo, who was the leader of one of the powerful families in Shinshu. After the war, Shingen moved Amitaba, which was the principal image of Shinshu Zenkoji, and some images of Buddha to Kai Zenkoji. Now they are kept as National cultural assets.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
Opens: 9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Zenkojimae
2. walk north (7 min.)yes226http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsutsujigasaki_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsutsujigasaki HouseTsutsujigasaki House (躑躅ヶ崎館, tsutsujigasakiyakata) is the ruins of Takeda Shingen's house, currently it is Takeda Shrine. It is one of the 100 best castles of Japan. It was built in 1519 by Takeda Nobutora, the father of Shingen, and was the government office until Takeda Katsuyori, the son of Shingen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station
1. use local bus to Takedajinjayes148http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_nikujaga/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHowto cook NikujagaNikujaga (肉じゃが) (meaning meat-potato) is a Japanese dish of meat, potatoes and onion stewed in sweetened soy sauce, sometimes with ito konnyaku and vegetables. Thinly sliced beef is the most common meat used, although minced/ground beef is also popular. Pork is often used instead of beef in eastern Japan.yes254http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inamuragasaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL083.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL083.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfInamuragasaki Inamuragasaki (稲村ヶ崎) is a peninsula or cape in Kamakura. It is located on the western side of Yuigahama beach.
The ancient Tokaido road leading fro mKyoto to Edo passed along the coast south of Inamuragasaki. During the Kamakura period it was an impassable natural defence which made Kamakura an impregnable fortress.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use Enoshima Line to Inamuragasaki
2. walk south eastyes221http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuji_sengen_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL036.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL036.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFuji Sengen ShrineKitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine (北口本宮冨士浅間神社) is located Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi Prefecture. It has the history of 2000 years, and have been visited many people who is going to climb Mt. Fuji since then. It is also the north entrance of Mt.Fuji. It has three sacred trees which are over 1000 years. The main shrine was built in 1615 by Torii Naritsugu. It has great leading way with Sugi forest.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fujiyoshida Station.
1. use bus to Sengenjinja (10 min.)yes358http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagose_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL084.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL084.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNagoe PassThe Nagoe Pass (名越切り通し, Nagoe kiritoshi) is located on the south east of Kamakura. It is less than 2 metres wide, is one of only seven important passes into Kamakura in ancient times.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use Local bus to Nagoe.
2. walk north (20 min.)yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujiyoshida_histry_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL035.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL035.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFujiyoshida History MuseumFujiyoshida History Museum (富士吉田歴史博物館) is located on Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi. There are traditional houses which remains since early Edo Period. You can see the life style around Mt. Fuji for couple hundreds years ago.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fujiyoshida Station.
1. use local bus to Fujiyoshidarekishihakubutsukan.yes270http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gotenba_wasabi_farm/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI049.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI049.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGotenba Wasabi no SatoGotenba Wasabi no Sato (御殿場わさびの郷) is wasabi farm located Gotenba, Shizuoka. There are many fresh wasabi products. You can have great view of Mt. Fuji, and the water which is used for growing wasabi is the water of Mt. Fuji. You can also see the farm.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Opens: 9:00 to 17:30, all year.yes304http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_ohitashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook OhitashiOhitashi is one of the popular food for Japanese dishes. When you boil vegetable such as a spinach and add soy sauce, that is Ohitashi.
Unlike salad, you can eat a large amount vegetable at once with Ohitashi.yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iga_ueno/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIga UenoIga Ueno (伊賀上野) is located in Mie Prefecture. Iga was home to Japan's most famous Iga Samurai and their techniques of ninjutsu. Iga's main tourist attractions are the Iga Ueno castle and the Iga ryũ ninja museum. There are many Ninja related shops, and you can find Ninja everywhere in this town. It is also the birth place of Matsuo Basho, the Haiku master.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The main attraction is around the Igaueno Castle.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Igaueno Station
1. Use Iga Line to Uenoshi Station (20 min.)yes430http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/temple_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTemple StreetTemple Street (寺の道) is located in Iga city. It has many temples concentrated in a small street. There are many temples which have great art works of classic Japanese architecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no Parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Igaueno Station.
1. Use Iga Line to Hirokoji Station (30 min.)
2. Walk east (5 min.)yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iga_ueno_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIga Ueno castleThe Iga Ueno castle(伊賀上野城), one of the 100 best castles of Japan, situated on the site of the former Heirakuji temple is a fine example of Japanese realising the tourist potential of the romantic image of Japan's superman warrior. In the castle area, it is also a part of Ueno Park which has the monument of Matsuo Basho, the poem master, and Igaueno Ninja Museum.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
There is parking
<b>Access</b>
3. at Igaueno Station.
4. Use Iga Line to Uenoshi Station (20 min.)
5. Walk north (5 min.)yes330http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kotai_jingu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKotai Jingu, or Ise Jingu NaikuKotai Jingu, or Ise Jingu Naiku (皇大神宮) is the Grand shrine of Ise located in Ise, Mie prefecture. Historically, Jingu has held the most honored place among all Shinto sanctuaries. It is considered to be the spiritual home of the Japanese people, most of whom wish to make a pilgrimage to Jingu at least once during their lifetime. In fact, more than six million pilgrims and worshipers come to Jingu every year.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Iseshi Station
1. use local bus to Isejingu Nikuyes417http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toyoukedaijingu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfToyoukedai Jingu, or Ise Jingu GekuToyoukedai Jingu(豊受大神宮), also known as Ise Jingu Geku (伊勢神宮 外宮), is the grand shrine of Ise located in Ise, Mie prefecture. It is considered to be the spiritual home of the Japanese people, most of whom wish to make a pilgrimage to Jingu at least once during their lifetime. Geku is the first shrine to worship for Ise Jingu.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Iseshi Station
1. walk south (10 min.)yes293http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_oyakodon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Oyakodon"Oyakodon."Unlike Katsudon, this time we use chicken and egg.
Oyakodon literary means "parents and child" bowl. Chicken for parent, egg for child. It is one of the popular Japanese family dishes.yes322http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/heijokyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Heijo Imperial PalaceThe Heijo Imperial Palace(平城京) is currently under reconstruction for the 1,300th anniversary of Nara as the capital of Japan. It was the Imperial Palace of Japan from 710-784 C.E. when Nara became the first permanent capital of Japan. It is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site although there is very little actual historical architecture or remains to actually see there apart from a few foundation stones. It is hoped that the new building will be completed in time for the anniversary celebrations on November 7th this year.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use local bus to Hejyokyoato shiryokan (20 min.)yes128http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nara_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNara TownNara Town (奈良町) is a historical site which remains many classic buildings since Edo period. Entire area between Kofukuji temple and Genkoji temple is considered as Nara Town and designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are also many site which remains since Nara period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. Unlike other tourist spots, Nara Town has not much gift shops and restaurants.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station
1. walk east (20 min.)yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/dainagonzuka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDainagonzukaDainagonzuka, (大納言塚), is the grave of Toyotomi Hidenaga (豊臣秀長), the younger brother of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. It is located right next to Koriyama Castle where Hidenaga rule at the end of his career. It was built in 1777 for the great memory of Hidenaga.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Kansai Line to Koriyama (4 min.)
2. walk west (25 min.)yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koriyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoriyama CastleKoriyama Castle (郡山城) was built in 1162 by Tsutsui Junkei. And reconstructed by Toyotomi Hidenaga in 1585. Hidenaga moved all of the market and stores from Nara to Yamato to develop a major city. There are many ruins such as stone wall and moat, and the gates, keeps and houses are reconstructed recently. Today, the castle is chosen as one of the 100 best Hanami spots in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. Admission free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Kansai Line to Koriyama (4 min.)
2. walk west (15 min.)yes405http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/naritasan_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNaritasan ParkNaritasan Park (成田山公園) is located in the Naritasan Shinshoji Temple. It is Japanese style garden with three ponds and artificial waterfalls. During the spring, there are many cherry blossom will bloom. There is Shodo museum in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station
1. walk to Naritasan Shinshoji (Temple 20 min.)yes348http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiroyama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShiroyama ParkShiroyama Park (城山公園) is one of Hanami spots in north Chiba. It has about 1000 Sakura trees. At night there is light up sakura. During the hanami season, there are many food stands in this park.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Komikawa (46 min.)
2. walk north (20 min.)yes252http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/narita_omotesando/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOmotesando Lucky StreetOmotesando Lucky Street (表参道開運通り)is the shopping district around Naritasan Shinshoji Temple. There are many gift shops, restaurants and food stands. Some the building are remaining since Edo period, and entire looks are still preserved as the Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but hard to move a car.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station
1. walk north (10 min.)yes241http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_yama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura no Yama ParkSakura no Yama Park (さくらの山公園) is located right next to Narita Airport. There are many Sakura which you can enjoy with great departure of all airplanes.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No fire allowed.
Open: 6:00 to 23:00.
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station
2. walk south to Narita City hall
1. use Bus to Sakuranoyamakoenyes265http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/naritasan_shinshoji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNaritasan Shinshoji TempleNaritasan Shinshoji Temple (成田山新勝寺) is Shingon Buddhist temple located in Narita. It is one of the most famous temple in Kanto region. It has been the sacred spots to regain the protection against disasters and bad luck since established in 940. Especially, during the Edo Period, it was one of the biggest events for Edo people to visit and pray at Shinshoji Temple. Famous Kabuki Actor, Ichikawa Danjuro, prayed for his baby, and after his safe carriage of his baby, he was great believer of Shinshoji Temple and made a great connection between Kabuki and Shinshoji Temple.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. walk north (15 min.)yes403http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yagyu_village/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYagyu VillageYagyu Village (柳生の里) is located east side of Nara Prefecture. It is the home land of Yagyu clan and Yagyu Shinkage Ryu. There are many buildings and spots which are related with Yagyu clan, including their graves, the school, and ruins of houses. At Hotokuzenji Temple, there is a museum which exhibits many swords, armers, certificate and other items of Yagyu Shinkage Ryu. Especially, the sword record of Yagyu Jubei is a excellent book for all Yagyu fans.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking which you can get a map of Yagyu.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kintetsu Nara Station
1. use local bus to Yagyu (50 min.)yes279http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shrimp_fry/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShrimp fry and Squid FryShrimp fry and Squid fry are popular Japanese daily dishes. They are also popular for Bento, Japanese launch box. It is very easy to cook and taste good. Squid fry is also called Ika-Ring, because of the ring shape.yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/setagaya_sakura_namiki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL099.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL099.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSetagaya Sakura AvenueThere is Sakura Avenue(桜並木) at Setagaya near Kinuta Park. There are hundreds of Sakura planted for about 1 km of street. It is quiet and you can enjoy great Sakura Avenue during the spring.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No Hanami Party.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya station
1. use Tokyu Denentoshi Line to Yoga (12 min.)
2. walk north (30 min.)yes156http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kinuta_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL100.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL100.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKinuta Park HanamiKinuta Park (砧公園) is located at Setagaya Tokyo. It is very popular Hanami spot in Tokyo because it is a large park with over 930 Sakura, cherry blossoms. There are many kids facilities and during the Hanami season, there are many food stands.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya station
1. use Tokyu Denentoshi Line to Yoga (12 min.)
2. walk north (30 min.)yes206http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokohama_symbol_tower/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL085.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL085.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYokohama Symbol TowerYokohama Symbol Tower (横浜シンボルタワー) is an active light house for Yokohama Port. It is 58.5m high and there is an observatory at the top floor which is 36.5m high. It has great view of Yokohama Bay area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: Free
There is parking and rest space.
Open from 9:30 to 16:00 (winter), 17:30 (spring and fall), 20:00 (summer)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use local bus to Yokohamashinborutowaa.yes179http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/motomachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL086.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL086.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMotomachiMotomachi (元町) is one of the most popular the shopping districts of Yokohama. Because of Yokohama port was the first international port of Japan after Edo Period, Motomachi was developed as the town for foreigners. Since then there are many shops opened for them and it became the fashion leader of western style for long time. Today, there are many fashion stores, and one of the hip spots in Tokyo area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Minatomirai Line to Motomachi-Chukagai (9 min.)yes356http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kishine_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKishine ParkKishine Park (岸根公園) is located at Yokohama. It is one of the popular Hanami Spots in Yokohama. There is a large play ground for sports and family activities. It was used to be US military base, and in 1972, it returned as a park. There is base ball field and martial arts gym.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Yokohama Blue line to Kishinekoen (9 min.)yes215http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shingenko_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL037.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL037.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShingen-ko FestivalShingen-ko Festival (信玄公祭り) is the biggest Samurai parade in Japan. It's three-day-festival dedicated to Takeda Shingen who is the most famous Samurai/Daimyo. The festival is held 4/12 which is the date of Shingen's death and the parade happen the first Saturday before 4/12.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a road regulation. Better to visit by train.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station
1. walk south (1 min.)yes365http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suidobashi_budo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL102.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL102.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSuidobashi in Budo perspectiveSuidobashi (水道橋) is located right next to Tokyo Dome. It is very famous for martial arts supply shops. There are many Martial arts shops from classic to modern style. If you are looking for any kinds of martial arts supply, Suidobashi is the spots to find ones.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Most of the features are located on Shirayama Street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ochanomizu (2 min.)
2. change to JR Chuo Line (Local) to Suido bashi (2 min.)yes357http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arasaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL087.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL087.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCape AraCape Ara (荒崎) is one of 50 views of Kanagawa located in west side of Yokosuka. Cape Ara literary means a rough cape. It has very unique view with white rocks and pine trees. When the air is clear, you can view Mt. Fuji and Enoshima at the same time. There is a walking path for easy hiking at the rough rock beach.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Miuraguchi
2. use local bus to Arasakiyes218http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miura_anjin_grave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL088.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL088.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe grave of Miura AnjinThe grave of Miura Anjin (三浦安針塚) is located in Yokosuka. Miura Anjin, William Adasms, is English Navigator who becomes one of Hatamoto/Samurai of Tokugawa Ieyasu. He was key advisor to Iyeasu and built for him Japan's first Western-style ships and the diplomatic counselor of Ieyasu. He helped him the establishment of Tokugawa Government. This monument is built on his first land as samurai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is located in Tsukayama Park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka
1. walk south west (1hr.)yes130http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakurazaka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL101.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL101.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura ZakaSakura Zaka (さくら坂) is small sakura avenue located right next to Roppongi Hills. There are about 150 Sakura, cherry blossom, and it has a great light up at night. One of the popular dating spots during the season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light up from 17:30 to 22:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Yamanote Line to Yurakucho (1 min.)
2. use Hibiya Line to Roppongi (8 min.)
3. walk south (3 min.)yes141http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_takenoko_gohan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Takenoko Gohan"Takenoko Gohan" (竹の子ご飯, 筍ご飯) is Bamboo Bowl. It is one of the popular spring food with a fresh bamboo. It use a rice cooker with all foods and flavors before steam rice. It is very easy to make and one of the best way to enjoy baby bamboo.yes329http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiraishi_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShiraishi CastleShiraishi Castle (白石城) is a hilltop castle located Shiraishi, Miyagi. It is very popular castle of Katakura Kojuro, the famous Samurai of Date Masamune. It was one of few castles remained after Edo period. The castle appears during Meiji Restoration. The Union of Oou (Tohoku) was established here to against new government. In April, many Cherry blossom (Sakura) bloom, and one of popular Hanami Spots around the area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission for Tenshu-kaku: 300 for adult, 150 for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (winter:16:00)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Shiraishi (48 min.)
2. walk west (20 min.)yes240http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kozeki_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSamurai house of KozekiKozeki House (武家屋敷小関家) is Samurai House remained from late 18th century. It is located right next to Shiraishi Castle. This house was for a middle class Samurai with small but nice garden, and tatami room.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (winter:16:00)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Shiraishi (48 min.)
2. walk west (20 min.)yes157http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shirakawa_komine_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShirakawa Komine CastleShirakawa Komine Castle (白河小峰城) is located in Shirakawa, Fukushima. It is one of 100 best castles of Japan and also popular Hanami spots. It is a hilltop castle with stone walls, moats, gate, and Tenshu-kaku. Komine Castle is very unique castle for Tohoku area because it built with full stones. It is also considered as three major castle of Tohoku Region.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Tenshu is open.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koriyama Station
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Shirakawa (35 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)yes395http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaiseizan_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKaiseizan ParkKaiseizan Park (開成山公園) is one of the popular Hanami spots in Fukushima. It has over 1300 Sakura, Cherry Blossom in this park. At night, there is Yozakura, night sakura during the season. Sakura tunnel is very famous in this park. It's been used for movie making. This park is considered as the symbol of Koriyama City.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Yozakura: 18:00 to 22:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koriyama Station.
1. use buss to Kaiseizan parkyes336http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaiseizan_yozakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYozakura at Kaiseizan ParkYozakura at Kaiseizan Park (開成山公園夜桜) is very popular in Tohoku Area. It has over 1300 Sakura. and Sakura Tunnel of this park is so beautiful at Night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Yozakura: 18:00 to 22:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koriyama Station.
1. use buss to Kaiseizan parkyes222http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miharu_takizakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMiharu Taki-ZakuraMiharu Taki-Zakura (三春滝桜) is over 1000 years old Shidare-Sakura, cherry blossom. It is located in Miharu, Fukushima. Takizakura literary means the waterfalls of Sakura because the sweeping sakura looks huge falls of sakura flowers. It is one of the three major Sakura in Japan, and it is always chosen as the best Hanami spots in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking but during the season, there is huge traffic happens. Recommended by use public transportation.
Admission: 300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koriyama Station
1. use JR Banetsu Line to Miharu (13 min.)
2. take shuttle bus to Takizakura
2. or walk south (1 hr.)yes217http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/domori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDomoriDomori (堂森) is located in Yonezawa, Yamagata. Maeda Keiji (前田慶次) lived Domori at the end of his career. Maeda Keiji is famous Samurai who work for Uesugi Kagekatsu and also known as the most famous "Kabukimono" during the Sengoku Period. His grave, ruins of houses and other related spots are in Domori.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Some of the ruins are inside of the private property. Be careful when you visit.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yonezawa Station
1. walk east (30 min.)yes180http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takeisao_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakeisao ShrineTakeisao Shrine (建勲神社), enshrines Oda Nobunaga, is located in Tendo, Yamagata. Original Shrine was built in the house of Oda Nobutoshi, the descendant of Nobunaga in Tokyo, and in 1870, it was moved to Tendo, the land of Oda clan. The famous Human Shogi Festival is held under this shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station
1. use JR Oou Line to Tendo (18 min.)
2. walk south east (20 min.)yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukioka_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsukioka ParkTsukioka Park (月岡公園) is located right next to Kaminoyama Castle. It is popular Hanami spots around the area. There are about 100 sakura in This park. There is light-up Sakura during the season, and it has great view of Kaminoyama Castle with Sakura and entire area of Yamagata area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Light up: 18:30 to 22:00 around middle to the end of April.yes181http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaminoyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKaminoyama CastleKaminoyama Castle (上山城) is located in Kaminoyama Onsen. It was originally built in early 14th century by Satomi Michinaga. There is reconstructed castle, which is also historical museum of Kaminoyama, in the spot and have a great view of Kaminoyama. It is also famous for Sakura and There is Free Foot Onsen in the castle which you can enjoy Castle and cherry blossom at the season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission: 400 yen for adult. 350 yen for students, 50 yen for kids.
Open:9:00 to 16:45
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station.
1. use JR Oou Line to Kaminoyama Onsen (13 min.)
2. walk north west (15 min.)yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hayasizaki_iai_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHayasizaki Iai ShrineHayasizaki Iai Shrine (林崎居合神社), enshrines the sword master Hayashizaki Jinzuke Shigenobu, is the sacred shrine for all Iaido people because this is the birth place of Iaido. He trained his sword here and find the secret of sword, "Pure Iai" in1559 at this shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station
1. use JR Oou Line to Murayama (35 min.)
2. use local bus to Hayashizaki Shrine.yes152http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zao_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfZao OnsenZao Onsen (蔵王温泉) is the oldest Onsen exist in Japan. It has over 1900 years of history. Zao Onsen is located in Yamagata Prefecture, and it is also one of the major biggest Ski spots in Japan. There are many Onsen Hotels, public Onsen and free foot Onsen. The Onsen water of Zao has strong acidity, good for making beautiful skin. Therefore, Onsen water of Zao was called Princess Onsen. In summer, Zao is also popular hiking spots.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Water has strong acidity. be careful if you have injury.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station
1. use local bus to Zao Onsenyes351http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/risshakuji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRisshakuji TempleRisshakuji Temple (立石寺), also known as Yamadera, the mountain temple, is one of the popular travel spots in Yamagata. It was built in 860 by Jigaku Daishi. It is famous for the temple of breaking bad luck, and many people visit here to pray for their good luck. It is very unique temples because most of temples are located on the edge of hard cliffs, and have great views of a valley. The Hiku Master, Matsuo Basho had visited here and wrote his poem.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Admission: 300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station
1. use JR Senzan Line to Yamadera (19 min.)
2. walk north (5 min.)yes420http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamadera/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYamaderaYamadera (山寺) is located in eastern mountains of Yamagata Prefecture. It is famous historic site with the mountain temples. Risshakuji Temple, also known as, Yamadera is one of the oldest temples in Japan. Temples are placed on the cliffside and the view from the bottom of the mountain are so unique and mysterious. It has great harmony of history and nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Many gift shops and restaurants are around the station and the temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station
1. use JR Senzan Line to Yamadera (19 min.)yes403http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/harusame_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHarusame HouseHarusame House (春雨庵) was house of Priest Takuwan during 1629 for three years. The houses and garden are still remains as the original. Takuwan loved this garden and he built the same house in Edo in 1644. He made many poems, drawings, and designs when he was in this house. Now, this is one of historical assets of Yamagata.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 100 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station.
1. use JR Oou Line to Kaminoyama Onsen (13 min.)
2. walk south west (30 min.)yes221http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/samurai_house_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSamurai House StreetSamurai House Street (上山武家屋敷通り) of Kaminoyama is the street with four remaining samurai houses. Morimoto House, MIwa House, Yamada House and Sogabe House are remaining Samurai houses. Miwa house is opened public and see the inside of the house. Others are opened for only gardens. You can see what are the real Samurai house and structures.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission of Miwa House: 200 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station.
1. use JR Oou Line to Kaminoyama Onsen (13 min.)
2. walk north (20 min.)yes292http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaminoyama_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKaminoyama OnsenKaminoyama Onsen (上山温泉) is Onsen town located in the middle of Yamagata Prefecture. It is Onsen with lots of Samurai houses. There are also many Samurai Style houses remained from Edo Period. There is a street called Bukeyashiki Street with four remaining Samurai Houses. One of them is opened for public. It was considered as three best Onsen during the Edo Period. There are many free foot Onsen in this town, and public Onsen for only 150 yen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Park at Kaminoyama Castle is the best way to travel.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station.
1. use JR Oou Line to Kaminoyama Onsen (13 min.)yes285http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shougi_yakata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShougi no YakataShougi no Yakata (将棋の館) is Shogi shop with museum. There are many kinds of Shogi pieces and its related goods. There is also a demonstration of making Shogi pieces. The museum of Shogi has all kinds of world chess, the historical Shogi Items, and many art works of Shogi pieces.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Open:8:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station
1. use JR Oou Line to Tendo (18 min.)
2. walk south east (20 min.)yes173http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/eishundo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEishundoEishundo (栄春堂) is a Shogi Piece, Japanese Style Chess, shop located in Tendo Yamagata. It has all kinds of Shogi pieces from reasonable class to the highest class. All of the Shogi Pieces in Eishundo are hand made by the traditional way. The work area is opened to see, therefore the customers are able to see the masters' works. It has also Kokeshi Dolls and all kinds of Shogi related items.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking on back side.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station
1. use JR Oou Line to Tendo (18 min.)
2. walk east (10 min.)yes401http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tendo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTendoTendo (天童) is located in the middle of Yamagata Prefecture. Tendo is the most famous are of Shogi, Japanese Style Chess, Pieces Production. Over 90% of Shogi Pieces in Japan are made in Tendo. The history of Shogi began with Oda Nobumichi, the descendant of Oda Nobunaga. Because current Shogi Style was invented by Ohashi Soke who is samurai of Nobunaga, and Nobunaga admired Shogi for Samurai's strategy training, Nobumichi stared encouraging all Samurai to make Shogi Pieces without having any dishonoring. There are many Shogi shops in Tendo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a human Shogi Festival in April at Maizuru Park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station
1. use JR Oou Line to Tendo (18 min.)yes260http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamadera_fuga/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYamadera Fuga no KuniYamadera Fuga no Kuni (山寺風雅の国) is shopping district located right next to Yamadera. There are the museum of Matsuo Basho, art gallery, gifts shops, sweet cafe and restaurant. Ennin san is the famous rice cake in Fuga no Kuni. At the gift shop, there are all kinds of Yamagata Products.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station
1. use JR Senzan Line to Yamadera (19 min.)
2. walk east north (5 min.)yes290http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_shogayaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook ShogayakiShogayaki, pork Ginger, is one of the popular Japanese food. It is very popular for a lunch box and restaurants. It is a ginger flavored pork. Pork Ginger is very easy to cook, and taste great with lots of Ginger which make our body healthy.yes241http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jofu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJofu FallsJofu Falls (常布の滝) is one of 100 best waterfalls in Japan. It is located in Kusatsu, Gunma Prefecture. The waterfalls is about 40m high and very unique with red rocks surrounded. It was used to called secret waterfalls because it was located deep side of Mt. Shirane.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Observatory is not so hard to reach, but the bottom of the waterfalls requires high skill of climbing.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kusatsu
1. use bus to Tenguyama Gerende.
2. walk north west (3hr.)yes346http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_yugama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake YugamaLake Yugama (湯釜) is a caldera lake located on the top of Mt. shirane. It is 300m wide and 30m deep. It has the strongest acid water (ph1.0 ~ 1.2) in the world. It looks light green, but the water does not contain such a color. Many people visit during the hiking season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You cannot visit near from this lake. It is very dangerous. There is a observatory from the top of the Mt. Shirane.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kusatsu
1. use bus to Kusatsu Shirane Resthouse.yes101http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_shirane/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. ShiraneMt. Shirane (草津白根山) is located in Kusatsu, Gunma Prefecture. It is 2160m high and active volcano. There are many spots you can see the active volcanic action in this mountain, and some of them are very dangerous to see it. In Mt. Shirane, snow stays until middle of May. One of the popular hiking spots.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There are many restricted area. Stay away from those dangerous spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kusatsu
1. use bus to Kusatsu Shirane Resthouse.yes226http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hie_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL103.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL103.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHie ShrineHie Shrine (日枝神社) is located in the middle of Tokyo Metro. It was built in 1478 by Ota Dokan to protect Edo town. It enshrines Ooyamakuhi-no-kami, god of business success, and protector of nature. Hie Shrine was the protector of Edo Castle and Tokugawa Shogun, and also the protector of Edo people during Edo Period. Today, many people visit for their success and peace.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is a parking. South entrance has an elevator.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Akasaka Mitsuke (10 min.)
2. walk south (5 min.)yes292http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kameido_tenjin_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL104.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL104.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKameido Tenjin ShrineKameido Tenjin Shrine (亀戸天神社) is located east side of Tokyo Metro. It is famous for its Fuji Flower. Kameido Tenjin was built in 1646 to enshrine Sugawara no Michizane, the God of Education. Fuji blooms in the end of April to beginning of May, and many people visit to enjoy Fuji. During the season, there is Fuji festival and many food stands opens around the shrine.
<b>Visitors</b>
There is no parking. Light up Fuji at GW.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi
1. use Hanzomon Line to Kinshicho (10 min.)
2. walk north east (15 min.)yes361http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tateishi_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL089.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL089.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTateishi ParkTateishi Park (立石公園) is located west side of Miura Peninsula. It is one of the 50 views of Kanagawa, and when the air is clear, you can see Mt. Fuji from Tateishi.
Tateishi is a huge rock standing on Akiya beach. It has 12m high and 30m surround.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Zushi Station
1. use local bus to Tateishi (30 min.)yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hananoki_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL090.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL090.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHananoki ParkHananoki Park (花の木公園) is located in Hayama Town, Miura Peninsula. It has over 15,000 Tsutsuji trees and it blooms at the end of April. When the air is clear, you can also see Mt. Fuji from this park. Many people enjoy Tsutsuji Hanami at this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Zushi Station
1. local bus to Hayama Shogakkoyes215http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/owada_tsutsuji_hill/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL091.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL091.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOtawa Tsutsuji HillOtawa Tsutsuji Hill (太田和つつじの丘) is the hill park with 50,000 Tsutsuji Trees. It is one of the popular Tsutusji spots in Yokosuka.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka chuo Station
1. use Kaikyu Kurihama Line to Misakiguchi
2. use local bus to Rikujo Jieitai chutonchi
3. walk north east (30 min.)yes333http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sunosaki_lighthouse/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSunosaki Lighthouse洲崎灯台 (Sunosaki Lighthouse) is located the south of Boso Peninsula. It is on the mouth of Tokyo Bay, so there is great view of Tokyo Bay and Pacific Ocean. When the air is clear you can also see beautiful Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tateyama Station.
1. use local bus to Sunosaki Todai.yes84http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/well_of_kobo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Well of KoboThe Well of Kobo (神余の弘法井戸) is a salt water spring located on Tomoe River, Tateyama, Chiba. It is very quiet place with small river. This is not sea water, but natural gas blow off from the ground. So, you cannot drink this water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tateyama Station
1. use local bus to Kanamariyes72http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sunosaki_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSunosaki ShrineSunosaki Shrine (洲崎神社) is located on the mouth of Tokyo Bay on Boso Side. It was built in 606 B.C.E. by Ameno Tominomikoto. Current location and shrine was built in 720 for protecting from sea accidents. There is another shrine on Yokosuka side and they are respected for the guardians of Tokyo Bay.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tateyama Station.
1. use local bus to Yoroji.
2. walk south (5 min.)yes187http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nirvana_mantokuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNirvana Statue of MantokujiNirvana Statue of Mantokuji Temple (萬徳寺釈迦涅槃仏) is located on Tateyama, south of Boso Peninsula. As the bronze statue of Nirvana Buddha, this is one of the biggest statue in eastern Asia. It has 16m wide and 30t of weight. This was built in 1982. It is located on the top of mountain which has great view of Pacific Ocean.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 100 for kids, 400 for senior.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (16:00 in winter and closed with heavy rain.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tateyama Station
1. use local bus to Awa Kamido (20 min.)
2. walk (3 min.)yes264http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawawa_fuji_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL092.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL092.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKawawa Fuji ParkKawawa Fuji Park (川和富士公園) is located in Yokohama. It has a Fuji Hill, called Fuji zuka, which is 74m high. This Fuji was built during Edo period for Mt.Fuji religion. On the top of the hill, you can see Mt. Fuji, Yokohama Down Town, and Shinjuku Skyscrapers. It is the highest Fuji zuka in Tsuzuki.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Nakayama (18 min.)
2. use Yokohama Green Line to Tsuzuki Fureai no Oka (4 min.)
3. walk south (5 min.)
yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamada_fuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL093.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL093.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYamada FujiYamada Fuji (山田富士) is one of Fuji Zuka in Yokohama. In early 19th century, Yamada Fuji was already built in this spots. It has 30 m high and the entire park is designed the actual Mt. Fuji and forest. There is a pond which represent Fuji Lakes, and There are two path to reach the top. One in east is called Gotenba, and the other in south is called Yoshida. The slops and the shape are the same as the Mt. Fuji.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Nakayama (18 min.)
2. use Yokohama Green Line to Kitayamada (10 min.)
3. walk east (5 min.)
yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanja_maturi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL105.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL105.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSanja MaturiSanja Maturi (三社祭) is one of the most famous Mikoshi Festival in Japan. Sanja Matsuri is held in 3rd weekend of May at Asakusa Shrine and Sensoji Temple. It is three days festival and at the last day, all the towns of Asakusa carry the Miya Mikoshi, the mikoshi of the shrine by relay from one town to other town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stands open at Sensoji Temple. Street will be packed by many people.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Ginza Line to Asakusa
2. walk west.
yes509http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukui_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL094.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL094.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsukui CastleTsukui Castle (津久井城) is the ruins of castle located in Tsukui Kanagawa. It was built in Kamakura Period, and popular style of mountain castle in Japan. It appears mostly during Sengoku Period as the castle of Hojo against Takeda. Today, it has great view of Lake Tsukui and Tanzawa mountains. It is one of the popular hiking spots in Sagami area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chigasaki Station
1. use JR Sagami Line to Hashimoto (58 min.)
2. use local bus to Yamashiro
yes469http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_karaage/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Kara-age"Karaage" is Japanese Style Fried Chicken. It is flavoredwith soy sauce, ginger and garlic. One of the popular food for lunch box, dinner and Izakaya food. Most of the time, it uses chicken but, you can use pork or beef as well.
yes271http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_livernira/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT034.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT034.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Liver Nira ItameLiver Nira Itame is a "Liver and Garlic Chives Grill." It is very healthy Japanese food because you can eat lots of vegetable at once. The flavor is mostly soy sauce, but you can add garlic and ginger, too.
yes275http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shakujii_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL106.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL106.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShakujii ParkShakujii Park (石神井公園) is located in Nerima ward, Tokyo. It is one of the popular park around Tokyo Metro. There are huge ponds with a lot of flowers which cover all seasons. You can enjoy great nature and family activities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restrooms.
You can borrow a boat.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro
1. use Seibu Ikebukuro Line to Syakujiikouen (9 min.)
yes389http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukuiko_enchi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL095.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL095.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsukuiko Flower GardenTsukuiko Flower Garden (津久井湖水の苑地) is a flower garden located right next to Lake Tsukui. There are many flower gardens which you can enjoy all seasons.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chigasaki Station
1. use JR Sagami Line to Hashimoto (58 min.)
2. use local bus to Yamashiro
yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shoji_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL038.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL038.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShoji FallsShoji Falls (精進ヶ滝) is one of 100 best waterfallslocated in Minami Alps National Park. It has 121m high which is the highest waterfalls, as the straight fall, in eastern Japan. The water is coming from Mt.Hoousan and the fall is about 1400m high from the sea level. The access to the observation spot is also great hiking course with beautiful green leaves and water during the summer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom at the parking.
40 min. from the paring to the observatory.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
0. Nirasaki Statinon.
1. use root 20 to Makihara cross and make left.
2. change to Shojigadaki Rindo (30 min.)
3. walk (40 min.)
yes459http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ishiutorogawa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL039.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL039.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIshiutorogawa ValleyIshiutorogawa Valley (石空川渓谷) is located in Minami Alps National Park. The water is coming from Mt. Jizo (2,764m). There is many waterfalls in the hiking course, especially Shoji Falls is one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan and highest waterfalls in Eastern Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom at the parking.
40 min. from the paring to the observatory of Shoji Falls.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
0. Nirasaki Statinon.
1. use root 20 to Makihara cross and make left.
2. change to Shojigadaki Rindo (30 min.)
3. walk (5 min.)
yes327http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sekisuiji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL040.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL040.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSekisuiji TempleSekisuiji Temple (積翠寺) is Rinzai Buddhist temple located in Kofu, Yamanashi. It is the famous temple for where Takeda Shingen was born in 1521. There is Shingen-ko's well which its water was used for his birth. This temple is located on Mt. Yogai which was the former castle of Takeda clan.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is a parking.
The well is located on the back side of the temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. At Kofu Station
1. use Bus to Sekisuiji Onsen.
yes170http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kai_yamato/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL041.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL041.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKai-YamatoKai-Yamato (甲斐大和) is located in Koshu, Yamanashi. Yamato is the last spots of the story of Takeda Shingen because Takeda Katsuyori (武田勝頼) died here. The trace of his way is still the same. At Keitokuji Temple, there is the stone which Katsuyori used for his Seppuku.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kaiyamato (40 min.)
yes181http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/keitokuin_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL042.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL042.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKeitokuin TempleKeitokuin Temple (景徳院) was built in 1582 by Tokugawa Ieyasu for the dedication of Takeda clan. In the temple there are stones where Katuyori, the last lord of Takeda, and his family commit suicide.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kaiyamato (40 min.)
2. walk east (30 min.)
yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryumon_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL043.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL043.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRyumon ValleyRyumon Valley (竜門峡) is the valley of Hi River located in Koshu, Yamanashi. It literary means Dragon's Gate Valley. The entire valley is about 2.1km long. It is great valley for hiking and fishing. In Fall, there is beautiful Koyo, autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom. You need to buy a fishing license for fishing at the parking of Keitokuin Temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kaiyamato (40 min.)
2. walk east (50 min.)
yes429http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/manpukuji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL096.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL096.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfManpukuji TempleManpukuji Temple (満福寺) was founded by the Buddhist priest, Gyoki in 744. It is sacred to Yakushi-Nyorai. From this temple, Minamoto no Yoshitsune (源義経), younger brother of the Shogun Yoritomo, wrote the "koshigoe-jo," a reaffirmation of his allegiance to Yoritomo and a pled to be restored to favor. Artifcats used by Yoshitsune's cohort Benkei and preserved within
this temple.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
The original letter of Yoshitsune is in this temple.
Admission: 200 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura
1. use Enoshima Line to Koshigoe
2. walk east (5 min.)
yes173http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ukima_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL107.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL107.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUkima ParkUkima Park (浮間公園) is located north of Tokyo Metro. It has a big pond which you can enjoy fishing. There are many sports facilities, such as base ball field, tennis courts, and play ground. It was open in 1967 as the gift from mayer to children of Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akabane Station
1. Tohoku Line to Ukimafunado
yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gokurakuji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL097.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL097.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGokurakuji TempleGokurakuji Temple (極楽寺) is Shingonritsu Buddhist Temple. It is located on Gokurakuji-pass which is one of the seven pass of Kamakura. It was built in 1259 by Hojo Shigetoki. There is a great Sakura street.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura
1. use Enoshima Line to Gokurakuji (10 min.)
2. walk north (3 min.)
yes252http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_takoyaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT035.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT035.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook TakoyakiTakoyaki (たこ焼き) (literally fried or baked octopus) is a popular Japanese dumpling made of batter, diced or whole baby octopus, tempura scraps (tenkasu), pickled ginger, and green onion, topped with okonomiyaki sauce, ponzu, mayonnaise, green laver (aonori), and katsuobushi (fish shavings).
yes344http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hachimanbara_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHachimanbara ParkHachimanbara Park (八幡原史跡公園) is the historical site of the 4th battle of Kawanakajima in 1561. The legend said, there was face-to-face combat happened between Takeda Shingen and Uesugi Kenshin at this park. There are many ruins from the 4th battle of Kawanakajima. There is the statues of "Ikkiuchi" between Takeda Shingen and Uesugi Kenshin.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking, and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station.
1. use local bus to Hachimanbarasisekikoen
yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawanakajima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKawanakajimaKawanakajima (川中島) is located in north Nagano Prefecture. Kawanakajima is one of the most famous battle spot where Takeda Shingen ( 武田信玄) and Uesugi Kenshin (上杉謙信) had battles for 5 times from 1553 to 1564. It is considered as one of the most famous and major battle ever happened in the history of Japan. The most famous battle of Kawanakajima is the fourth battle which happens in 1561. What people consider of Kawanakajima is this battle. It is called the Battle of Hachimanbara. There are the statues of Takeda Shingen and Uesugi Kenshi at Hachimanbara park. The legend said there was the face-to-face battle between Shingen and Kenshin here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
All the spots are located around the Hachimanbara park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station.
1. use local bus to Hachimanbarasisekikoen
yes477http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_saijo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. SaijoMt. Saijo (妻女山) is the mountain located in Nagano. It is one of the Kawanakajima Historic Battlefield. This is the mountain where Uesugi Kenshin ( 上杉謙) of Echigo and his troops were based for the fourth Battle of Kawanakajima, on September 10, 1561. There is an observatory where you can see all Kawanakajima area and beautiful Kita Alps.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use Nagano Line to Susaka (28 min.)
2. use Nagano Yashiro Line to Iwano (30 min.)
3. walk east (20 min.)
yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsushiro_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMatsushiro CastleMatsushiro Castle (松代城) is a ruin of the castle located in Nagano city, Nagano. It is also called Kaizu ( 海津城). It is built by Takeda Shingen for the battle of Kawanakajima in 1560, and it became the castle of Matsushiro later by Sanada Nobuyuki. You can see the area of Kawanakajima and Mt. Saijo which gives you the great image of the battle of Kawanakajima.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use local bus to Matsushiro.
2. walk south west (10 min.)
yes191http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsushiro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMatsushiroMatsushiro (松代) is located in Nagano Prefecture. Matsushiro was used to be a land of Sanada clan. The first Daimyo of Matsushiro was Sanada Nobuyuki, the brother of Sanada Yukimura. There are many Samurai houses and buildings still remains since Edo Period, such as Castle and Samurai School. Matsushiro is also the located where the famous battle of Kawanakajima was happened. Those ruins also remain at Matsushiro.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
All great spots are located around the Sanada's House.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use local bus to Matsushiro.
yes171http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsushiro_samurai_school/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMatsushiro Samurai SchoolMatsushiro Samurai School (松代藩文武学校) was built in 1853 by Sanada Yukinori. It is the only remaining Samurai School which has complete sets of all kinds of training facilities. Samurai of Matsushiro used to study not only all martial arts, Jujutsu, Kenjutsu, Archery, Spear, but also study literature, artillery and tactics.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Addmission: 200 yen for adult, 80 for kids.
Open:9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use local bus to Matsushiro.
2. walk south west (10 min.)
yes187http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nanayo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL108.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL108.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNanayo FallsNanayo Falls is located in Mt. Mitake, Tokyo. It is 7 steps waterfalls with 50m high in total. It is on the one of Hiking courses of Mt. Mitake. You can enjoy lunch in front of the falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is located on Rock Garden Hiking course of Mt. Mitake.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tachikawa Station
1. use JR Ome Line to Mitake.
2. use bust to Cable car station (10 min.)
3. use Mitake-san Cable car to the top of Mountain. (6 min.)
4. walk east (40 min.)
yes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rock_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL109.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL109.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRock GardenRock Garden (岩石園) is a valley located in Mt. Mitake. This small valley is the great harmony of river, rocks and beautiful trees. In early summer, it will be beautiful with green leaves, and in fall, it has great Autumn leaves. The moss is beautiful and main feature of this valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is located on one of the hiking courses of Mt. Mitaka.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tachikawa Station
1. use JR Ome Line to Mitake.
2. use bust to Cable car station (10 min.)
3. use Mitake-san Cable car to the top of Mountain. (6 min.)
4. walk east (40 min.)
yes374http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ayahiro_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL110.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL110.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAyahiro FallsAyahiro Falls (綾広の滝) is located on the end of the Rock Garden of Mt. Mitake. It is 10m high. The waterfalls is surrounded by huge rocks. It's a one of the main feature of the Rock Garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No chair.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tachikawa Station
1. use JR Ome Line to Mitake.
2. use bust to Cable car station (10 min.)
3. use Mitake-san Cable car to the top of Mountain. (6 min.)
4. walk east (1hr. 30min.)
yes187http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_mitake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL111.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL111.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. MitakeMt. Mitake (御岳山) is located in Okutama, Tokyo. It is 929m high and approximately 2 hours from Tokyo. Mt. Mitake is one of the popular hiking spots nearby Tokyo Metro. There is a huge Shrine called "Musashi Mitake Shrien," and a lot of beautiful natures for all seasons. There are several hiking courses which covers for all generations. One of long hiking course has beautiful waterfalls, valley and scenery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Cable car costs: 1090 yen for a round trip. Last train is 18:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tachikawa Station
1. use JR Ome Line to Mitake.
2. use bust to Cable car station (10 min.)
3. use Mitake-san Cable car to the top of Mountain. (6 min.)
4. walk east (1hr. 30min.)
yes482http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryukoji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL098.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL098.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRyukoji TempleRyukoji Temple (龍口寺) is Nichiren Buddhist temple located in Fujisawa. It was built in 1337 by Priest Nippo. The location was originally used for the execution. In 1271, Priest Nichiren was just about to executed here, but he was survived. Later, Nippo the students of Nichiren, found out that this is the sacred spot because Nichiren survived from the disaster.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station
1. use Enoshima Line to Enoshima (20 min.)
2. walk east (4 min.)
yes229http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zenkoji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfZenko-ji TempleZenko-ji Temple (善光寺) is one of the most popular Buddhist temple in eastern Japan. It was founded over 1400 years ago. The main hall, which was reconstructed in 1707, is one of the National Treasure of Japan. Historically, it opened to women when other temples were not, now up to eight million people visit Zenkoji every year. It is Tendai and Pure Land Buddhist Temple.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Main hall opens: one hour before morning ritual(latest is 6 am) to 16:00
Museum open: 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use bus to Zenkoij sando
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes410http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zenkoji_sando/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfZenkoji SandoZenkoji Sando (善光寺参道) is a street leading to Zenko-ji Temple. It was built in 1714. There are many gift shops and hotels. These stores are existed since the street was built. Those hotels are called "Syukubo." People who are attending the practice at Zenkoji Temple stay there.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking. Pedestrian Free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use bus to Zenkoij sando
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes415http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mitsugo_cavern/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL113.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL113.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMitsugo CavernMitsugo Cavern (三ツ合鍾乳洞) is a cavern located in Yozawa Valley. It has 120m long. There is a waterfalls in this cavern called Doragon's falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 yen
Open: close at the sunset.
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Itsukaichi Station.
1. use Local bus to Mitsugoshonyudo
2. walk west 15 min.
yes243http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ogaku_cavern/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL114.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL114.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOgaku CavernOgaku Cavern (大岳鍾乳洞) is a cavern located in Yozawa Valley. It has over 300m long. It is one of the major cavern in Tokyo. It was found in 1962. If you are big fun of spelaeanking, this cavern has lots to offer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen
Close at: the Sunset.
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Itsukaichi Station
1. use Bas to Yozwa (35 min.)
2. walk west (25 min.)
yes399http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yozawa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL112.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL112.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYozawa FallsYozawa Falls (養沢大滝) is located in Yozawa Valley. It has 30m high. It is one of the highest waterfalls in Tokyo. It is on the hiking course to top of Mt. Ogaku, and you can also access to Mt. Mitake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Itsukaichi Station
1. use Bas to Yozwa (35 min.)
2. walk west (45 min.)
yes292http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokosuka_iris_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL099.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL099.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYokosuka Iris GardenYokosuka Iris Garden (横須賀しょうぶ園) is a flower garden located in Yokosuka. It is very famous for its Iris. There are over 140,000 Iris blooming in June. It has also many other flowers to cover all seasons.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
From April to June, there is a fee for parking.
Open: 9:00 to 19:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kinugasa.
1. use local bus to Shobuen.
yes405http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yuhi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL100.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL100.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYuhi FallsYuhi Falls (夕日の滝) is located on Ashigara Mountain. It literary means sunset falls because it become so beautiful at Sunset. It has 23m high and 5m wide. "Kintaro ( 金太郎)," who is the hero of one of the most popular fairy tale in Japan, was born here. There is his house and play ground around the fall. Currently, there is camping space.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara
1. use Odawara Line to Daiyuzan
2. use local bus to Jizodo
3. walk 30 min.
yes195http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hell_pond_kiyozaemon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL101.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL101.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHell pond of kiyozaemonHell's pond of kiyozaemon(清佐衛門地獄池) is a spring located in Ashigara. It only one in Kanagawa which is chosen as new 100 best water in Japan. There are many flowers for all season. The shrine is Benzaiten Shrine, the god of spring and water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara
1. use Odawara Line to Daiyuzan
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes156http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sagamihara_asamizo_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL102.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL102.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSagamihara Asamizo ParkSagamihara Asamizo Park (相模原麻溝公園) is located in Sagamihara, Kanagawa. It has a huge play ground, kids facilities, flower garden, sports field and free public zoo. It is also famous for its Hydrangea. Asamizo Park has about 170 kinds 6,000 Hydrangea, and they bloom in June. At the observatory which as 38m high, you can see a great view of Sagami area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. Closed at 20:00.
Food cafe and restroom.
Zoo close on Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara
1. use Odakyu Line to Sagami Ono
2. use local bus to Sogotaiikukan (20 min.)
3. walk west (5 min.)
yes323http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/seto_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL103.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL103.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSeto HouseSeto House (瀬戸屋敷) is a public samurai house located of Kaisei Town, Kanagawa. The house was used to be Seto who was samurai of Kanaijima. Now, it is a community spots of Kaisei where has lots of events and activities, especially during the Ajisai Festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. It's free expect during the Ajisai Festival of Kaisei (June)
Admission: free but the same as a parking.
Open:10:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Odakyu Line to Kaisei.
2. walk north (20 min.)
yes189http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanada_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSanada TownSanada Town (真田町) is the birth place of Sanada clan located. Sanada Yukitaka( 真田幸隆), who is the grandfather of Sanada Yukimura (真田幸村), offered his service to Takeda Shingen and becomes one of the 24 Shingen's Samurai. That was the beginning of the legend of Sanada clan. There are many ruins, such as castle, houses and spots where Sanada Ninja trained.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
most of the spots has parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use Shinano Line to Ueda (42 min.)
2. use local bus to Sanada (20 min.)
yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sengo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSengo FallsSengo Falls (千古滝) is located Ueda, Nagano prefecture. It is two 5m high waterfalls. Legend said famouse one of "Sanada Juyushi( 真田十勇士)," 10 Ninja of Sanada, Kirigakure Saizo trained his hiding technique here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use Shinano Line to Ueda (42 min.)
2. use local bus to Sengo Onsen (30 min.)
yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakuma_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKakuma ValleyKakuma Valley (角間渓谷) is located in Ueda, Nagano Prefecture. Legend said famouse one of "Sanada Juyushi( 真田十勇士)," 10 Ninja of Sanada, Sarutobi Sasuke (猿飛 佐助) trained his jumping skill here. There is a hiking courses, and in falls, you can enjoy a beautiful Autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. Hiking course is not so long.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use Shinano Line to Ueda (42 min.)
2. use local bus to Yokosawa
3. walk east (20 min.)
yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanada_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSanada CastleSanada Castle (真田城) is a ruins of Castle located in Ueda, Nagano prefecture. It was built in early 16th century by Sanada clan. It was former castle of Sanada before Ueda castle. It is typical mountain castle with U-shape surrounded by cliffs. The samurai houses were located on the open side. At the top, you can see great view of Sanada Town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use Shinano Line to Ueda (42 min.)
2. use local bus to jurinji kominkan
3. walk east (30 min.)
yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takashima_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakashima CastleTakashima Castle (高島城) was built in 1590 by Hineno Takayoshi, one of Toyotomi Hideyoshi's Samurai. The castle was called "the Floating Castle of Lake Suwa" because it appeared as if it rose out of the water. There is reconstructed Tenshu-kaku and moat, walls and gates are exits. It is shozen as one of three major castles of lake in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission for Tenshu: 300 yen for adult, 150 for kids.
Open:9:00 to 16:30(winter) 17:30(summer)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kami Suwa Station
1. use local bus to Suwashiyakusyo
2. walk west (1 min.)
yes269http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suwako_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSuwako OnsenSuwako Onsen (諏訪湖温泉) is onsen town located east side of Lake Suwa. It was developed as a down town of Suwa Shrine for long time. There is a geyser which spring several times a day. There are many Onsen Hotels and free foot Onsen in Suwako Onsen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking at the geyser.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kami Suwa Station
1. walk north (15 min.)
yes226http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakamachi_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNakamachi StreetNakamachi Street (中町通り) is a shopping district with Edo Style building. It was used to be the road leading to Zenkoji Temple. There are many interesting shops. The shops here have unique feature and products to sell, especially fashion shops, antique shops and food shops.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes187http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nawate_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNawate StreetNawate Street (縄手通り) is a shopping districts located right next to Matsumoto Castle. Nawate street was developed as the Sando leading to Yohashira Shrine. Because it is located next to Metoba River, frogs are the feature of this shopping districts. There is Frog Shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. Pedestrian free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes145http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yakushi_pond_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL115.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL115.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYakushi Pond ParkYakushi Pond Park (薬師池公園, yakushiikekoen) is located in Machida, Tokyo. It is chosen as one of new 100 best view of Tokyo, and Tokyo scenery and 100 best historical park in Japan. There are 2200 Iris which bloom in early June. Also, this park has most of popular flowers such as Ume, Sakura, Fuji, Ajisai, Lotus and Koyo in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Parking Opens: from 6:00 to 18:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Machida (25 min.)
2. use local bus to Yakushiike Koen (30 min.)
yes322http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/manyo_flower_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL116.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL116.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfManyo Flower GardenManyo Flower and Grass Garden (万葉草花園, manyokusabanaen) is a garden with 330 kinds of grass and flowers. It is located in Kakushi Pond Park. There is Ogiya house which is samurai house.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Closed: at Tuesday.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30
Admission: Free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Machida (25 min.)
2. use local bus to Yakushiike Koen (30 min.)
yes228http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sagamihara_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL105.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL105.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSagamihara parkSagamihara park (相模原公園) is a park with a huge play ground, fountains, and lots of flower gardens located in Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture. It is one of popular Iris spots in Kanagawa. There are 120 kinds 26,000 Iris in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. (Free on weekdays)
Parking Opens:8:30 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara
1. use Odakyu Line to Sagami Ono
2. use local bus to Sogotaiikukan (20 min.)
3. walk west (10 min.)
yes316http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aikido_tenshokai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SC001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SC001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAikido Tensho-KaiAikido Tensho-Kai (合気道天照会) is Aikido School located in Yokohama, Kanagawa. Aikido is the modern martial arts, which called "Budo," based on the Traditional Japanese martial arts. Aikido in Tensho-Kai takes the practical techniques with floating motion and harmony. The school is open for all generation from kids to seniors.
<b>School Info.</b>
Admission: 100 yen per class
Time: 7:20 p.m. to 8:40 p.m.
Date: First and Third Thursday and 2nd and 4th Tuesday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama
1. use Yokohama Blue Line to Nippa (20 min.)
2. walk east (5 min)
yes360http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_omurice/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT036.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT036.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Omu-RiceOmu-Rice is a contemporary Japanese dish consisting of an Omelette made with ketchup flavored fried rice. The name is combination of Omelette and Rice. It is one of the popular Japanese food, especially kids love Omu-Rice. The flavors of the rice could be any other taste, such as Curry flavor.
yes344http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukiji_outer_market/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL117.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL117.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsukiji Outer MarketTsukiji Outer Market (築地場外市場) is the open public market of Tsukiji Fish Market. There are many fish markets which sales fresh fishes with very reasonable price. The outer market has the best reasonable Sashimi bowl which you can get in Japan. You can get all kinds of Sushi and Sashimi related foods and supply such as Sashimi knives.
Tsukiji Outer Market is for all Sushi and Sashimi Lovers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station
1. use Keikyu Line to Daimon (6 min.)
2. use Toei Oedo Line to Tsukiji ichiba (4 min.)
yes371http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_napolitan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT037.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT037.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Spaghetti NapolitanSpaghetti Napolitan is Japanese Original Spaghetti.
yes306http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryuka_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRyuka FallsRyuka Falls (竜化の滝) is 60m-high waterfalls located Shiobara Valley. It's three steps falls and considered as one of the most major waterfalls in Tochigi as well as Kegon Falls. In Shiobara Valley there are about100 waterfalls and Ryuka is the most famous falls of Shiobara waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nasushiobara Station.
1. use bus to Shiobara Onsen.
2. use local bus to Ryukanotaki.
3. walk north (20min.)
yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiobara_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShiobara ValleyShiobara Valley (塩原渓谷) is located in the north mountains of Tochigi prefecture. It is known as the valley of Waterfalls and Rocks because there are about 100 waterfalls in this valley. During the Koyo season, it has great Autumn leaves. In all season except winter, you can enjoy hiking with beautiful nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</>
There are many parking for each spots.
This valley has many Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nasushiobara Station.
1. use bus to Shiobara Onsen.
2. use local bus to Ryukanotaki.
yes458http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okushiobara_volcanic_spring/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOkushiobara New Volcanic SpringOkushiobara New Volcanic Spring (奥塩原新湯爆裂火口跡) is active volcanic spring located Okushiobara, Tochigi Prefecture. You can see the gas and hot water springs from the ground, and it just look like an under world.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, restroom and public Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nasushiobara Station.
1. use bus to Shiobara Onsen.
2. use local bus to Okushiobara.
yes159http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gensan_cave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGensan CaveGensan Cave (源三窟) is a historic cave located Shiobara Onsen, Tochigi Prefecture. It is a historical site of Shiobara because the armors of Minamoto no Aritsuna were found in this cave. Inside of the cave has dolls to introduce the tragedy of Aritsuna. The cave is also combined with the samurai museum.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 700 yen for adult, 400 yen for kids.
There is parking, and restroom.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00 for summer, 9:00 to 16:00 for winter.
yes201http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_somen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT038.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT038.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook SomenSomen (素麺) is a popular Japanese summer food. It is dry noodle which is served cold with dipping sauce. It is the same noodle of Udon, but Somen is much thinner.
yes174http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/teppozu_inari_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL118.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL118.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTeppozu Inari ShrineTeppozu Inari Shrine (鉄砲洲稲荷神社) is Inari Shrine located in Hacchobori. It was built in 1624, and removed in current location in 1868. In this shrine, there is Fuji-zuka, the miniature of Mt. Fuji made from Lava of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Climbing up Fujizuka is open only July 1st.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. use HIbiya Line to Hacchobori (10 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sulfur_onsen_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL106.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL106.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe hell of Sulfur OnsenThe hell of Sulfur Onsen (硫黄地獄, iojigoku) is a wild Onsen located in Hakone. It is also one of the onsen springs for Hakone Onsen. It is strong acid water with sulfur. You can smell of Onsen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Don't touch the spring water because it is very hot! It is not the tourist attraction, so any activity here takes your own responsibility. Never drop any liquid into this spring because it is used public Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakone Station
1. use Hakone Tozan Line to Kowakudani(33 min.)
2. use bus to Ashinoyu
3. walk north (1 hr.)
yes142http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hayama_ajisai_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL107.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL107.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHayama Ajisai ParkHayama Ajisai Park (葉山あじさい公園) is a park of Hydrangea located in Hayama, Kanagawa. It has about 3,000 Hydrangea which bloom in the end of June. You can also see great view of Sagami Bay.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It is a small park.
<b>Access</b>
0. Yokosuka Station.
1. use Keikyu to Shinzushi
2. use local bust to Mukaigahara (15 min.)
3. walk south west (10 min.)
yes318http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakone_yumoto_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL108.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL108.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHakone Yumoto OnsenHakone Yumoto Onsen (箱根湯本温泉) is the One of Hakone Onsen town located in Kanagawa. Hakone Yumoto Onsen is located at the entrance of Hakone Onsen, approximately 1 1/2 hrs. from Tokyo. It is the biggest Onsen town in Hakone with many Onsen hotels, restaurants and gift shops.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many public Onsen, but few parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station.
yes265http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amidaji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL109.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL109.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAmidaji TempleAmidaji Temple (阿弥陀寺) is Pure Land Buddhist temple located in Hakone. It is also known as Ajisai Temple because about 3000 Ajisai planted by current Priest. Amidaji Temple was built in 1610 by priest Tansei while he was training at the cave of this mountain.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station.
1. walk north west (30 min.)
yes184http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kazamatsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL110.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL110.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKazamatsuriKazamatsuri (風祭) is located in Hakone. It is lcoated in the Valley of Hayakawa River. Some historians said Kazamatsuri is the village of Fuma Ninja ( 風間忍者). Fuma Village was located at Kazama Valley, and for a long time the sound of Kazama Dani changes to Kazamatsuri.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no sigh of Fuma Ninja remains, but mountain side, you might feel the sprits of Fuma Ninja.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakone Yumoto
1. use Hakone Tozan Line to Kazamatsuri (10 min.)
yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howot_cook_goya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT039.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT039.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Goya ChanpuruGoya Chanpuru is popular Okinawa food with Goya, a bitter gourd.This is Goya. Also called Nigauri. It has strong bitter taste, but also very healthy.
yes363http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuchu_forest_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL119.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL119.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFuchu Forest and MuseumFuchu Home Forest and Museum (府中郷土の森) is a public park with flower gardens, a planetarium, a museum and traditional houses. It is popular Hanami Spots for Ume, Japanese plum and Ajisai, Hydrangea. There is water play ground and open field for family activities. Also, they offer you the experiencing craft works.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuchu Station
1. use local bus to Kyodonomorimae (10 min.)
yes447http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hyakuhiro_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL120.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL120.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHyakuhiro FallsHyakuhiro Falls (百尋の滝) is located Okutama Town Nippara, Tokyo. It has 40m high and located at Mt. Kawanori. Hyakuhiro Falls is located deep side of Kawanori Valley, but it is one of the highest waterfalls in Okutama area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okutama Station.
1. use local bus #1 to Kawanoribashi (15 min.)
2. walk north (2 hr.)
yes267http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawanori_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL121.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL121.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKawanori ValleyKawanori Valley (川苔谷) is a valley located in Okutama, Tokyo. It has many waterfalls including Hyakuhiro Falls. Many people visit this valley for all season because it has many seasonable feature. Especially, green leaves in early summer and red leaves in Autumn are beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okutama Station.
1. use local bus #1 to Kawanoribashi (15 min.)
yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nippara_cave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL122.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL122.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNippara CaveNippara Cave (日原鍾乳洞) is one of the most famous tourist spot in Nippara. It is chosen as one of the best caves in Japan by Stalactite Grottos of Japan. The inside temperature is 11 degree c for all year, so many people visit here during the summer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 600 yen for adult, 400 yen for junior high, 300 for kids.
Open: 8:00 to 17:00. From Dec 1 to March 31, 8:30 to 16:30 There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okutama Station
1. use local bus #1 to Shonyudomae (30 min.)
2. walk north (5 min.)
--or--
2. on weekend the bus stops at HIgashi Nippara, then walk north (30 min.)
yes633http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/indonesia_festival_2010/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL123.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL123.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIndonesia Festival 2010Indonesia Festival 2010 (インドネシア祭り) is a friendship and awareness festival between Indonesia and Japan. It was held in Yoyogi Park. There are many food stands which you can enjoy great Indonesian food. Also, there are many traditional stuff of Indonesia, including dance and music, craft works, and arts.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no admission fee.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes471http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sensoji_nishisando/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL124.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL124.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSensoji Nishi-sando StreetSensoji Nishi-sando Street (浅草寺西参道) is a shopping district located as the west-side entrance of Sensoji Temple. This shopping district is specialized for all Samurai properties, such as sword, cloth and all other props for Samurai showcase and movies.
<b>Toursit Info.</b>
Most of the shops close on weekdays.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno
1. use Ginza line to Asakusa (6 min.)
2. walk north east (15 min.)
yes300http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hozuki_market_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL125.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL125.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHozuki Market FestivalHozuki Market Festival (ほおずき市) is happen July 9 and 10 at Sensoji Temple. At this market, people sale Hozuki, the winter-cherry, for their Obutsudan. Hozuki Market happens the ShimanRokusennich which means 46 thousand worship. When you visit July 9 or 10 at Sensoji, it worth for 46,000 worship.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
46,000 worship: 6:00 to 20:00
Hozuki Market: 8:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno
1. use Ginza line to Asakusa (6 min.)
2. walk north west (5 min.)
yes160http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soka_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSoka ParkSoka Park (そうか公園) is located at Soka, Saitama. It has various kinds of sports facilities and play grounds for family activities. It is popular Ajisai, Hydrangea, spot in Saitama. In the middle of June, lots of Ajisai bloom in this park. Also, Iris and Autumn leaves are beautiful as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya
1. use JR Keihin-Tohoku Line to Minami Urawa. (12 min.)
2. use JR Musashino Line to Koshigayareiku Town. (14 min.)
3. walk south (20 min.)
yes159http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_unagi_bowl/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT040.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT040.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Unagi BowlUnagi Bowl. It is a popular summer food in Japan. Japanese eat Unagi at Doyo's Ushi Days, happens in July or August. Unagi contains high nutrition which especially good for hot weather.yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_jogasaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI050.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI050.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCape JogasakiCape Jogasaki (城ヶ崎) is a popular sightseeing spot in Ito, Izu Peninsula. It is a cape made from the lava of Mt. Omuro. There are a lighthouse, a cable suspension bridge, and caps which all of them has great view of Pacific Ocean, Izu Peninsula and Izu Islands.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
The light house closed at 17:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. Ito Station
1. use Izu Express Line to Jogasakikaigan (24 min.)
2. walk south (15 min.)
yes363http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/harbor_view_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL112.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL112.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHarbor View ParkHarbor View Park (港の見える丘公園, minatonomieruokakouen) is one of the major travel spots in Yokohama like Yamashita Park. During the end of Edo period, French and British armies stayed at this hill. Night scenery of this park is one of three major Night sites in Japan. There is a French garden and English Garden. Its rose garden is very popular in Yokohama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
French garden closed at Night. There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Minatomirai Line to Motomachi-chukagai.
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes318http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/motomachi_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL113.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL113.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMotomachi ParkMotomachi Park (元町公園) is a park with history located in Yokohama. It has a public swimming pool, and archery range. There is ruins of French houses. There are also classic western houses in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Minatomirai Line to Motomachi-chukagai.
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamate_itariayama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL111.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL111.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYamate Itariayama ParkYamate Itariayama Park (山手イタリア山公園) is a park with historic buildings located in Yamate, Yokohama. Italian Embassy from 1880 to 1886. The garden took the Italian style. Uchida House is one of the oldest remaining western houses in Yokohama. Also, 18th houses of Burafu was removed here. At the garden, you can have great view of Yokohama Down Town.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There is no parking.
Those houses opens as cafe.
Open: 9:30 to 17:00
Closed: 2nd Wed and national holiday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Negishi Line to Ishikawacho (4 min.)
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_yakinasu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT041.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT041.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Yaki-nasuYaki-nasu is the broiled eggplant. It is popular Japanese summer food because eggplants are summer vegetable. It is served as cold food. You can eat this at Izakaya.
yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwadono_mountain_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL044.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL044.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIwadono Mountain CastleIwadono Mountain Castle (岩殿山城, iwadonoyama-jo) is the mountain castle located in Otsuki, Yamanashi. It was built around 1530 by Oyamada clan. Because it was located at the gate of Kofu from Kanto region, Iwadonoyama Castle was very important castle for Takeda Clan. The castle was used a huge rock which is 634m high, and top of the mountain was Honmaru but also the tower of a smoke signal. Now, it has great view of Mt. Fuji and all Okutama, Chichibu mountains.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Be careful. The steps to top of the mountain are very hard.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ostuki (48 min.)
2. walk north east (10 min.)
yes192http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/taro_jiro_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL045.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL045.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTaro Jiro FallsTaro Jiro Falls (太郎・次郎滝) is waterfalls located Tsuru, Yamanashi. It is chosen as one of Heisei 100 best water in Japan. Around the waterfalls, there are many springs which come from Mt. Fuji. In winter, some of those springs will be frozen up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Otsuki (48 min.)
2. use Fuji Express way to Higashi Katsura (20 min.)
3. walk north (10 min.)
yes343http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tawara_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL046.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL046.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTawara FallsTawara Falls (田原の滝) is reconstructed artificial waterfalls located Tsuru, Yamanashi. The Hike master, Matsuo Basho had visited this waterfalls and wrote his poem.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Otsuki (48 min.)
2. use Fuji Express way to Tokaichiba (18 min.)
3. walk east (10 min.)
yes64http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_tama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL126.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL126.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake TamaLake Tama (多摩湖) is an artificial lake located Higashi Yamato, Tokyo. The real name is Murayama Water Storage. One of Water supply of Tokyo. There are jogging and bicycling courses around the lake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
DONOT ENTER THIS LAKE. DONT APPROACH THE WATER.
No fishing or swimming. It's water for drinking. There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use Seibu Shinjuku Line to Tokorosawa (26 min.)
2. use Seibu Sayama Line to Seibukyujyomae (11 min.)
yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinobazu_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL127.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL127.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShinobazu PondShinobazu Pond (不忍池) is a pond located in Ueno Park. There are three ponds and in the middle of the ponds, there are Benen Island and its shrine. Shinobazu Pond is very popular for its Lotus. During the middle of July, all ponds except boat pond are covered by huge green leaves and beautiful Lotus flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Boat riding: Low Boat 600 yen per hour. Cycling Boat, 600 per 30min. Swan Boat: 700 yen per 30min.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes355http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uenoonshikoen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL128.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL128.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUeno parkUeno park (上野恩賜公園, uenoonshikoen) is located right next to Ueno Station. It is one of popular park in Tokyo Metro. There are many attraction, such as museums, zoo, shrins, for tourists. Shinobazu Pond is another feature of Ueno Park. In April, many people have Hanami party at this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. walk west (5 min.)
yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hibiya_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL129.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL129.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHibiya ParkHibiya Park (日比谷公園) is located in Kasumigaseki, Tokyo. There are ponds, Japanese gardens, and flower gardens which many people works around this park visit here for their break times. In August, there is Bon Odori festival called Marunouchi Ondo. Marunouchi Ondo is one of the biggest Bon Odori Festival in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is cafe and restaurant in this park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Yurakucho (2 min.)
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes371http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arisugawa_memorial_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL130.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL130.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfArisugawa Memorial Park Memorial Park of Arisugawa-no-miya (有栖川宮記念公園) is located in Azabu. It is a park with a small pond and a library. Because it is located in the large residential area, many people visit here for their family activities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking for the library. There is restroom.
<b.Access</b>
0. at Roppongi Station
1. use Hibiya Line to Hiroo (2 min.)
2. walk east (5 min.)
yes188http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arai_fireworks_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI051.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI051.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfArai Hand Cannon Fireworks FestivalArai Hand Cannon Fireworks Festival (遠州新居手筒花火, enshuaraitezutsuhanabi) is the one of the most unique Hanabi Festival in Japan. The main feature of this festival is Tezutsu Hanabi. It is hand carried Hanabi which makes 20m high column of flame to the sky. This festival is a part of Suwa Shrine festival, and it's been carried over 300 years in Arai. 1000 Hand Cannons fires at ones and colors night to bright red.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Festival happend at the end of July. The road around the shrine will be closed during the festival. The stage of the fireworks is at Arai Junior High School.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Araimachi (18 min.)
2. use bus to Suwa Shrine (5 min.)
3. walk west (10 min.)
yes596http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yugawara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL114.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL114.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYugawaraYugawara (湯河原温泉) is Onsen Town located at west end of Kanagawa Prefecture. It has beach, mountains and lots of Onsen hotels. At Manyo Park which is the most famous travel spot in Yugawara, has Doppo no Yu. Doppo no Yu is Public Foot Onsen which has 9 different kinds of Onsen you can enjoy. Fresh Sushi and Sashimi are good because Yugawara has fish port.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Doppo No Yu
Admission: 300 yen for adults, 200 yen for kids.
Open: 10:00 to 18:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Yugawara (16 min.)
yes460http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagashino_shitaragahara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNagashino ShitaragaharaNagashino Shitaragahara (長篠・設楽原) is the area where Takeda Katsuyori and the Union of Oda Nobunaga and Tokugawa Ieyasu fought in 1575. It is called "the Battle of Nagashino." The battle of Nagashino is one of the most famous battle scenes in the history of Japan. Oda Nobunaga defeated Takeda Cavalry which was the strongest army force in Sengoku Period by the revolutionary way of using gunners. This battle was the sign of the end of fighting with swords, and beginning of gun fighting in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
To visit all spots, visit information center at Nagashino Castle or Shitaragahara Museum and get a map. You can spend 2 days by walking to visit all spots or one day by car.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinshiro Station
1. use JR Iida Line to Mikawa Togo
2. walk North (20 min.)
yes602http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/futamata_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI052.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI052.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFutamata CastleFutamata Castle (二俣城) is the ruins of the mountain castle located on Tenryu, Hamamatsu. Because it was located in the middle of Totoumi and on Tenryu river, Takeda Shingen and Tokugawa Ieyasu fought many times for its supremacy. It has great view of Tenryu River.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin Hamamatsu Station
1. use Enshu Line to Nishikashima (22 min.)
2. use Tenryu Hamanako Line to TenryuFutamata (4 min.)
3. walk north east (10 min.)
yes285http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_hiyashi_chuka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT042.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT042.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Hiyashi ChukaI'd like to introduce Hiyashi Chuka, Cold Noodle. It is one of popular food in summer in Japan. It is cold Chinese noodle with fine-sliced ingredients, such as eggs, ham, cucumbers or tomato. Because it is served as cold food, most of Japanese restaurants starts serving Hiyashi Chuka when summer has come.
yes329http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagashino_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNagashino CastleNagashino Castle (長篠城) is located in Shinjo, Aichi Prefecture. Nagashino castle is well known as one of the stages of the battle of Nagashino Shitaragahara. There is a museum of the battle of Nagashino in this castle. It is must see spot for all fans of Sengoku Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinshiro Station
1. use JR Iida Line to Honnagashino (22 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes187http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atera_seven_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAtera Seven FallsAtera Seven Falls (阿寺の七滝) is one of 100 best waterfalls in Japan. It is located Shinshiro, Aichi. It has 7 falls and 26m high in total. The waterfalls and around nature are chosen as the natural monument of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinshiro Station
1. use JR Iida Line to Mikawa Ono (26 min.)
2. use a local bus to Ateranonanataki (20 min.)
3. walk (15 min.)
yes235http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hyakken_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHyakken FallsHyakken Falls (百聞滝) is located in Shinshiro, Aichi. It is 43m tall and one of the tallest waterfalls in Aichi. It is very unique waterfalls because it is located right on the longest fault in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinshiro Station
1. use JR Iida Line to Mikawa Ono (26 min.)
2. use a local bus to Kameibashi.
3. walk north (30 min.)
yes292http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chiiwa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfChiiwa ValleyChiiwa Valley (乳岩峡) is located Shinshiro, Aichi. It is about 4km long with pure water and beautiful nature. Especially, Mt. Chiiwa is one of the famous travel spot in Shinshiro. Many people visit here for one day hiking. In summer, it offers you fresh air, beautiful green leaves and pure water. One of the best spot for hiking and family activities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinshiro Station.
1. use JR Iida Line to Mikawakawai (43 min.)
2. walk north (40 min.)
yes323http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_chiiwa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. ChiiwaMt. Chiiwa (乳岩山) is one of the popular travel spot in Shinshiro. It is a 670m rock mountain, and chosen as the nature monument of Japan and the view of Japan. There is a huge crack which makes a huge tunnel, called "Tsuutendo," the Tunnel of Heaven's Pass. You can access to the upper level of the mountain and it offers you the great view of Shinshiro. There is also a huge cave in the middle of the cliff.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinshiro Station.
1. use JR Iida Line to Mikawakawai (43 min.)
2. walk north (1hr.)
yes349http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/narusawa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNarusawa FallsNarusawa Falls (鳴沢の滝) is located north of Shinshiro, Aichi. It is 15m tall waterfalls and contains large amount of water. Around the waterfalls, there is BBQ spots and fishing spots. In summer many people visit here for family activities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinshiro Station.
1. use local bus to Narusawabashi
2. walk (5 min.)
yes234http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagashino_dam/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNagashino DamNagashino Dam (長篠ダム) is one of three beautiful enclosing bunds in Japan. It makes beautiful artificial waterfalls which called Niagara Falls of Shinshiro. The fall is 8m tall. It is also known as Hananoki Dam.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking at the restaurants and fishing ponds.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinshiro Station
1. use JR Iida Line to Oomi
2. walk north (30 min.)
yes116http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ayu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAyu FallsAyu Falls (鮎滝) is located Shinshiro, Aichi. It is on the Kankyo Valley of Toyokawa River. Ayu Falls literary means waterfall of Sweetfish. It was named for the unique way of catching Ayu fish. When Ayu jumps this falls to go upper, people uses a special rod to catch them in the air. That unique way of fishing, is a tradition since Edo period and still carried over now.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinshiro Station
1. use JR Iida Line to Oomi
2. walk north (20 min.)
yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_aji_sashimi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT043.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT043.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Aji SashimiThe Sashimi of Aji is common Sashimi in Japan. Aji is a horse mackerel. When you make sashimi, you have to cut a fish into three pieces. It is called "Sanmai Oroshi." 2 meats and 1 bone.
yes338http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chiba_port_tower/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfChiba Port TowerChiba Port Tower (千葉ポートタワー) is a 137m tall tower located in Chiba Port. It was built in 1986 for the dedication of 5 million population of Chiba Prefecture. There are three levels of the observatories which offeres great 360 degree view of Tokyo Bay and Ciba City, especially at beautiful at night. When the air is clear you can also see Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Admission: 410 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids, free for under 1st grade.
Open: Summer(6/1 to 9/30) 9:00 to 21:00, Winter(10/1 to 5/31) 9:00 to 19:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station
1. use Town Liner to Chiba Minato (5 min.)
2. walk south west (12 min.)
yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/motohakone/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL115.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL115.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMotohakoneMotohakone (元箱根) is Onsen Town located right next to Lake Ashi. It is one of the popular tourist spot in Hakone. There are lots of the attraction with Lake Ashi, especially sightseeing cruise is very famous. Motohakone was used to be the Hakone Sekisho, the check point, of Tokaido. There is a ruins of Sekisho and the Cedar avenue on Tokaido has not changed since Edo Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking in this area.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Hakone Tozan Bus to Motohakone (30 min.)
yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuchu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL131.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL131.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFuchuFuchu (府中) is the 3rd biggest city in Tokyo, and located in the center of Tokyo. Fuchu was used to be the capital of Musashi, and had been very important area during Edo period because it is located on the Koshu Road. Today, there are huge shopping malls, and Fuchu is very famous for Tokyo Race Course which is one of the most famous horse race course in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Takes 2 hours of walking to visit all historic site in Fuchu.
There is shuttle bus to Tokyo Race Course.
<a>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku
1. use Keio Line to Fuchu (30 min.)
yes274http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kitamaci_awaodori_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL132.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL132.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKitamaci Awaodori MatsuriKitamaci Awaodori Matsuri (きたまち阿波踊り) is Awaodori Dance Festival at Nerima, Tokyo. Over 1,400 dancers join this Matsuri and bring the strong energy to all audience. Awaodori is Awa's traditional dance. It is a dance parade, dancers move forward with the music play by musicians walk behind. They play unique music and songs. It is very creative dance which allows all the dance teams to create their own dance style with original music. Also, all generation
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no many food stand in this festival. Regularly, about 70,000 people join this festival.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station.
1. Use Tobu Tojo Line to TobuNerima (12 min.)
yes315http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miura_beach_fireworks_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMiura Beach Fireworks FestivalMiura Beach Fireworks Festival (三浦海岸花火大会) is a fireworks festival hold at Miura Beach in early August. There are 3,000 fireworks, and one of the unique is the water fireworks. Because the launching point of the fireworks is at the Tokyo Bay, you can have great spots at all of Miura Beach area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking, but better to visit by train.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Chuo Station
1. use Keikyu Line to Miurakaigan (15 min.)
2. walk east (3 min.)
yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bentenyama_pure_water_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL116.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL116.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBentenyama Pure Water ParkBentenyama Pure Water Park (弁天山清流公園) is a park with BBQ facilities and fishing ponds located in Hatajuku, Hakone. The park takes the water of Sukumo river, and offers three different kinds of fishing: Hand catching, fry-fishing and bait fishing. The water of Sukumo river is very pure and air around the park is so fresh. One of the best spot to enjoy nature and BBQ at Hakone.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Rental fishing rod and the license is 3700 yen.
Hand catching, 3200 yen for 8 fishes.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Hakone Tozan Line to Hakone Yumoto
2. use local bus to Hatajuku (14 min.)
3. walk south (10 min.)
yes243http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiryu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL117.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL117.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHiryu FallsHiryu Falls (飛竜の滝) is the biggest and most famous waterfalls in Hakone. There are two waterfalls. Upper falls is 15m tall, and lower falls is 25m tall, and in total 40m tall. Hiryu Falls literary means the waterfalls of wyvern because the shape of the falls looks like Frying Dragon. It is located on the hiking courses. In Kamakura period, this falls was used for monks training, Takigyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is located on one of Hakone hiking courses.
No Parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Hakone Tozan Line to Hakone Yumoto
2. use local bus to Hatajuku (14 min.)
3. walk north (45 min.)
yes308http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakone_old_road/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL118.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL118.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHakone Old RoadHakone Old Road (箱根旧街道) is one of Tokaido Road located in Hakone. It is 23rd RI (approximately 100km from Nihonbashi, Tokyo). Ichirizuka, the Japanese milestone, of Hakone is the only one remains in Tokaido Road. Also, Ishidatami, the stone floors are also remains since Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom. It is one the Hakone Tokaido Hiking course.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Hakone Tozan Line to Hakone Yumoto
2. use local bus to Hatajuku (14 min.)
3. walk south (5 min.)
yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_ishigaki_one_night_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL119.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL119.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. Ishigaki One Night CastleMt. Ishigaki One Night Castle (石垣山一夜城) was built in 1590 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi during the battle of Odawara Castle. The Castle was built on Mt. Ishigaki (257m high) and has a great view of Odawara area and Sagami Bay including Odawara Castle. This castle was called one night castle because Hideyoshi silently built this castle during the battle, and one night when the construction of the castle was finished, he ordered to cut down all the trees to let the castle see from Odawara Castle. For the soldiers of Odawara Castle, the castle was suddenly appeared in just one night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Hayakawa
2. walk south west (30 min.)
yes355http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ashikaga_school/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAshikaga SchoolAshikaga School (足利学校) is the oldest school established in Japan. It is located in Ashikaga, Tochigi. In 1487, it appears in record at first by the letter of Uesugi Norisane. During the Sengoku Period, 3,000 students studied at this school. The gates, gardens, and buildings have been remaining since 17th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (Apr. to Sep.) 9:00 to 16:30 (Oct. to Mar.)
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 210 yen for high school, free for younger.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ashikaga Station
1. walk north west (10 min.)
yes261http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/orihime_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOrihime ShrineOrihime Shrine (織姫神社) was built in 1704 by Toda Tadatoshi, and moved at current location in 1937. Ashikaga is popular for its weaving, and this shrine is dedicated and enshrined the princess of weaving who made a cloth of Amaterasu Omikami. Orihime Shrine is located on the top of Orihime Mountain, and it has great view of Ashikaga area.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ashikaga Station
1. walk west (20 min.)
yes165http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ashikaga/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAshikagaAshikaga (足利) is the historic city of Tochigi Prefecture, 2 hours from Tokyo. The first Muromachi Shogun, Ashikaga Takauji and his clan were born here, and many of their ruins are still remains in this city. Bandaji-temple was used to be the house of Ashikaga clan. Ashikaga School is the one of the feature of Ashikaga. It is the oldest school in Japan. Ashikaga, today, is popular for its weaving products.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
In summer, there is a huge fireworks festival which has over 20,000 fireworks. Also, Yoroi Toshikosi at February, is another unique festival in Ashikaga.
yes315http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fussa_tanabata_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL133.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL133.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFussa Tanabata FestivalFussa Tanabata Festival (福生七夕まつり) is the popular Tanabata Festival in Tokyo. It holds in early August. The festival takes a couple of day, and there are lots of Matsuri performance, such as dance parades, Mikoshi parade, and music events. The designing competition of Fukinagashi, the decoration of Tanabata, is also held. You can enjoy great performance and interesting Fukinagashi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a regulation of traffic.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Hachiko Line to Haijima (12 min.)
2. use JR Ome Line to Fussa (5 min.)
yes201http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hamura_dam/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL134.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL134.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHamura DamHamura Dam (羽村堰) is located on the mouth of Tamagawa Canal. Tamagawa Canal was built in 1652 by Ina Tadaharu. Current dam was constructed in 1900, but the structure itself has not changed since 1654. The view of Tama River from the dam is chosen as one of the new 100 views of Japan. In April, it also become popular spot for Cherry blossom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is a restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Hachiko Line to Haijima (12 min.)
2. use JR Ome Line to Hamura (8 min.)
3. walk west (15 min.)
yes175http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ome_summarized/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL135.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL135.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOme SummarizedOme (青梅) is located west of Tokyo, 1 hours from Tokyo. Ome is the city with the taste of Show Period. There are many ad boards and store buildings which take Showa style design. When most of Japanese see those signs, they feel very nostalgic.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is Showa Product Museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. use JR Ome Line to Ome (18 min.)
yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ashikaga_fireworks_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HA008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAshikaga Fireworks FestivalAshikaga Fireworks Festival (足利花火大会) is one of the biggest fireworks in Kanto. It happens in the early August. The history of the Fireworks is over 100 years. Over 20,000 fireworks launch at this festival, and Niagara Fireworks is the main feature of this festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The fireworks will be shot at Watarase River. There are many temporary restrooms in this festival. Over half-million people join this festival, and there is regulation of traffics. Better to visit by train.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ashikaga Station.
1. walk south (10 min.)
yes360http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_pork_reishabu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT044.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT044.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Pork ReishabuPork Reishabu is a cold "Shabu-Shabu." It is a hard boiled pork which cool down by ice water, and served as cold a salad. Reishabu is a popular food in summer in Japan. Rei Shabu is mostly considered as the salad because it served with salad dressing.
Here is what you need for Reishabu.
yes185http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/comic_market/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL136.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL136.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfComic MarketComic Market (コミックマーケット) is the largest amateur-comic market in the world which happens in the middle of August and in the end of December. It is also famous for its Cosplay show. Tons of Manga fans from all over the world join this event and check out the hip Manga of the year. Also, many of Cosplayers from the world join with their favorite costume.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Event happens for 3 days at Tokyo Big Site.
Ask cosplayers before you take a photo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinbashi
1. use Yurikamome to Kokusaitenjijyoseimon
2. walk north east (5 min.)
yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/irita_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI053.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI053.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIrita BeachIrita Beach (入田浜) is one of the popular beaches in Izu Peninsula. It has beautiful white sand with green ocean. In summer, many people visit this beach and enjoy seaside activities. The white sands, green water, and tropical trees offers visitors the atmosphere of southern islands.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking, public shower and restroom, and lots of rental equipments, such as body boards, umbrella.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami
1. use JR Ito Line to Ito (22 min.)
2. use Izu Express Line to Izukyushimoda (1 hr.)
3. use local bus to Iritahama (8 min.)
4 walk south (3 min.)
yes140http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimoda_bay/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI054.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI054.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShimoda BayShimoda Bay (下田湾) is located South of Izu Peninsula. Because it is located on the most South of Izu Peninsula, the port of Shimoda Bay have been developed since Edo Period. In 1854, Shimoda port was opened to the USA by US Navy Commander Perry. This was the beginning of the Meiji Restoration, and the end of Edo Period. Today, it is popular travel spot of Izu Peninsula. It has all kinds of marine activities, fishing, crusing, water skying, body boarding, surfing, scuba diving, and wake boarding. Also, wind surfing, and Kayak are popular in Shimoda.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a Sightseeing Cruise for all Bay area.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami
1. use JR Ito Line to Ito (22 min.)
2. use Izu Express Line to Izukyushimoda (1 hr.)
3. walk south (10 min.)
yes206http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimoda/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI055.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI055.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShimodaShimoda (下田) is a port town with Onsen located south of Izu Peninsula. The port of Shimoda captures great fishes which offer tasty Sushi and Sashimi to travelers. There are lots of sightseeing spots such as Mt. Nesugata where has a great arial view of Shimoda Bay area. The scenery of Shimoda is very unique because there are lots of Izu style classic building, called "Namakozukuri," are remains since long time. Also, there are lots of free public hand Onsen and foot Onsen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is sightseeing Cruise at Shimoda Port.
Shimoda has lots of beautiful beaches and many people visit here in summer.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atami
1. use JR Ito Line to Ito (22 min.)
2. use Izu Express Line to Izukyushimoda (1 hr.)
yes247http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_kakigori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT045.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT045.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook KakigoriKakigori(かき氷) is the most popular summer sweets in Japan. It is an ice shavings with sweeteners. Popular sweeteners are, strawberry, lemon, blue hawaii, melon, milk, sugar, sweet beans, and green tea.
yes189http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_takatori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL120.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL120.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. TakatoriMt. Takatori (鷹取山) is 139m high mountain located in Miura Peninsula. It was used to be a stone mine until the end of Taisho period. Because it was used to be a mine, there are many interesting cliffs in this mountains, and today it is a popular rock climbing spot in Kanagawa. There are also many hiking courses, and 10m Buddha statue is on the hiking course.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a restroom, but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Chuo
1. use Keikyu Line to Oppama (10 min.)
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes325http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujinomiya_climbing_route/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI056.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI056.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFujinomiya Climbing RouteFujinomiya Climbing Route(富士宮口) is one of mountain trails of Mt.Fuji. It is also known as the south gate of Mt. Fuji which people enter from Shizuoka Pref. The starting point of this Route is located at 2400m from the sea level which is the highest starting point of all four routes. There are 6 resting houses on the route and on the top of Mt. Fuji, there is Sengen Shrine and a post box.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking for 500 cars, but it get full all the time.
<b>Access</b>
0. At Shin Fuji Station.
1. Use Fujinomiyaguchi Bus to Shin-Gogome (1 hr. 20min.)
yes590http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/summit_mt_fuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI057.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI057.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Summit of Mt.FujiThe Summit of Mt.Fuji (富士山頂) is the highest place in Japan. The altitude of the summit is 3776m from the sea level. It is called “Kengamine(剣ケ峰)” of Mt.Fuji. The flat land area which is surrounding the volcanic cone of Mt.Fuji is called 10th station which considered as the top of Mt.Fuji. The altitude of 10th station is 3720m from the sea level.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is Sengenshrine at Fujinomiya Route, and Kusushi Shrine at Yoshida Route. A post box is placed at Fujinomiya Rout side. Walking around the volcanic cone takes 90 min.
yes284http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_teriyaki_buri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT046.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT046.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Teriyaki Buri"Teriyaki Buri," Teriyaki Yellowtail is popular Teriyaki dishes in Japan. Teriyaki is the grilled food with Teriyaki sauce. Teriyaki literary means shiny grill because the sauce gives food a gloss.
yes308http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_myogi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. MyogiMt. Myogi (妙義山) is one of three major mountains in Gunma Prefecture. It is 1,162m high. Because of its unique shape of the mountain, it is chosen as one of three great unique view of Japan, and national view of Japan, and 100 best views of Japan. There are many hiking courses which you can enjoy interesting stones, such as rock gates, and at the observatory which located on the hard cliff side has great view of Gunma area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. There is two entrances for Mt. Myogi. West side is more popular because you can enjoy unique rocks and view easily.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Matuida (23 min.)
2. take taxi to Sakuranosato (30 min.)
3. walk west (10 min.)
yes351http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/obata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfObataObata (小幡) is located in south of Gunma prefecture. It was used to be a castle town. There are many spots still remains of Castle Town including the castle, samurai houses and road. The canals of Obata was built in Edo Period and still in use with the original shape. Rakusanen Garden, the ruins of Obata castle, was built by Oda Nobukatsu, the son of Nobunaga.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking.
Some of remaining Samurai Houses are still in use for private.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. use Joshin Line to Joshufukushima (30 min.)
2. use taxi or bus to obata rekishiminzoku shiryokan (30 min.)
yes243http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujinomiya_side_mt_fuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI058.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI058.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFujinomiya side of Mt. FujiFujinomiya side of Mt. Fuji (富士宮口) is south side of Mt. Fuji which you can view from Tokaido. It has great views of Izu Peninsula, Hakone, Shizuoka, and Kanto. On the far side, you can also see the pacific ocean.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a mountain trail of Mt. Fuji, called Fujinomiya Climbing route which you can enjoy this view.
yes293http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyama_koma_shopping_district/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL121.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL121.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOyama Koma Shopping districtOyama Koma Shopping district (大山こま参道) is a small shopping avenue of Mt. Oyama. It has many gift shops with restaurants. Oyama is popular for its Tofu and Konyaku because of Oyama has pure water. There are lots of shop which sales also the local produces not only food but also the crafts and art works.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking. Tofu course is also famous in Oyama.
<b>Access</b>
0. Odawara Station.
1. Use Odakyu Line to Isehara (35 min.)
2. use local bus to Oyama (20 min.)
yes256http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_oyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL122.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL122.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. OyamaMt. Oyama (大山) is one of the most popular hiking spots in Kanagawa. It is located west of Kanagawa, approximately 2 hours from Tokyo and Yokohama. Mt. Oyama is 1,252m high, and on the top of the mountain, there are a beautiful landscape of entire Kanto Region and Mt. Fuji. When the air is clear, you can even see Tokyo Metro.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking.
Oyama Cable car
- Admission: 450 yen for one way, 850 yen for round trip.
yes401http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inokashira_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL137.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL137.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfInokashira ParkInokashira Park (井の頭恩賜公園) is located next to Kichijoji Station. Kanda River starts from this pond, and it is one of three Tokyo water supplying ponds. It offers lots of weekends activities. Many people visit here for family activities. In Spring, Inokashira Park is one of the famous Hanami spots in Tokyo. It has also Plum garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is small parking.
At the pond, you can enjoy boat riding.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kichijoji Station.
1. walk south (5 min.)
yes241http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/grave_of_shinsengumi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL138.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL138.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Grave of ShinsengumiThe Grave of Shinsengumi (近藤勇の墓) is located in front of Itabashi Station. It is the grave of Kondo Isami, the commander of Shinsengumi, and Hijikata Toshizo, the vice commander. This grave was built by Nagakura Shinpachi who is the captain of 2nd unit force of Shinsengumi and one of few survivors through Boshin War. There is also Nagakura's grave in this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a note which you can leave your message to Shinsengumi.
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station
1. use JR Saikyo Line to Itabashi (5 min.)
2. walk east (1 min.)
yes89http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/saigoyama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL139.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL139.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSaigoyama ParkSaigoyama Park (西郷山公園) is a park located south of Shibuya. It was used to be the house of Saigo Tsugumichi, the brother of Saigo Takamori. He bought this place for his big brother. However, Takamori died at Seinan War and he kept this house and garden for a while. It was considered as the best house and garden in Tokyo and Emperor Meiji had visited here. Now it is a park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a restroom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. walk south (20 min.)
yes100http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_ramen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT047.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT047.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook RamenRamen is one of the most favorite food for Japanese. It is chinese noodle with soup. It is served in a meat- or fish-based broth, often flavored with soy sauce or miso, and uses toppings such as sliced pork, dried seaweed, kamaboko, green onions, and occasionally corn. Almost every locality in Japan has its own variation of ramen, from the tonkotsu (pork bone broth) ramen of Kyushu to the miso ramen of Hokkaidu.
yes343http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shirakawa_go/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShirakawa-goShirakawa-go (白川郷) is the village of traditional houses in the Gassho style. Shirakawa-go is the UNESCO world heritage site, registered in 1995. It is located Hida area of Gifu Prefecture. Gassho style house is the traditional Japanese houses which is mostly built in northern Japan because it's designed for a heavy snow. Gassho style are characterized by a large, steep thatch roof. The roof resembles hands folded in prayer, thus the name "Gassho" (to pray) style. Shirakawa-go has many original Gassho style houses, and all of them are still used as the house.
There are 113 Gassho Style houses in Shirakawa-go.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
There are some Gassho style houses which open for tourists.
The entire area is highly restrict with fire. Smoke at only designated area.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. Use Nohi Bus to Shirakawago (50 min.)
yes562http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/neo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNeo FallsNeo Falls (根尾の滝) is one of 100 best waterfalls in Japan. It is located Osaka, Gifu Prefecture. It is 5m wide and 63m high. Because of the spiritual scenery with huge waterfalls and giant rocks, many people have visited since Edo period. Nukina Suou, the famous painter during the Edo Period, had visited this falls and drew the painting.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom at the entrance.
Takes 50 min. from the parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida Osaka (32 min.)
2. use taxi or bus to Gandatekoen
3. walk north east (3 hr.)
yes268http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/karatani_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKaratani FallsKaratani Falls (からたに滝) is one of the 200 waterfalls of Osaka. The waterfalls was formed by the lava of Mt. Ontake and it is 15m high. Because the waterfalls is surrounded by huge rocks, the sound of the water reaches very far. At the afternoon, when the sun hit the waterfalls, it creats the rainbow.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is located Mitsutaki Course of the hiking and sightseeing courses of Osaka Waterfalls.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida Osaka (32 min.)
2. use taxi or bus to Gandatekoen
3. walk east (50 min.)
yes141http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mitsu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMitsu FallsMitsu Falls (三ツ滝) is three-step waterfalls located Osaka, Gifu Prefecture. The total height of the fall is 22m high (lower falls: 6m, middle falls: 11m, upper falls 5m). The falls is formed by the lava of Mt. Ontake. It is located on Mitsu Falls' Course which is the most popular hiking course in Osaka.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Easiest waterfalls you can see at Osaka, but still one of the best waterfalls. The entire valley of this falls is called Gandate Valley and used to be the pass of the lava from Mt. Ontake.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida Osaka (32 min.)
2. use taxi or bus to Gandatekoen
3. walk east (10 min.)
yes229http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sennin_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSennin FallsSennin Falls (仙人滝) is one of 200 Osaka Waterfalls located in Mt. Ontake. It is 30m tall. Sennin literary means mountain hermits. It was named for Sennin because the believer of Mt. Ontake Takigyo, religious practice at waterfalls. The water of the falls contains Sulfur because there are many Onsen springs around this area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is located nearby the climbing route of Mt. Ontake, many prayers and climbers visit this waterfalls before or after the climbing.
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida Osaka (32 min.)
2. use bus to Nigorigo Onsen.
3. walk (20 min.)
yes202http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gendate_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGendate ValleyGendate Valley (厳立峡) is located Osaka, Gifu Prefecture. The entire valley was formed by the lava of Mt. Ontake. It is popular hiking courses which you can enjoy waterfalls. Gandate Rock which located at the entrance of the valley is Natural Monument of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida Osaka (32 min.)
2. use taxi or bus to Gandatekoen
yes287http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/osaka_shiraito_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOsaka Shiraito FallsShiraito Falls (白糸の滝) is one of 200 Osaka waterfalls. It is 15m high. Shiraito literary means white thread because the waterfalls looks like white threads.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No access to the bottom, but easily to see from the street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida Osaka (32 min.)
2. use bus to Nigorigo Onsen.
3. walk (5 min.)
yes83http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHi FallsHi Falls (緋の滝) is one of 200 Osaka Waterfalls located in Nigorigo Onsen. It is three-step waterfalls and 20m high in total. Hi Falls literary means Red Waterfalls because its color was used to be a red. Today, because the water contains Onsen elements, the color is white.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida Osaka (32 min.)
2. use bus to Nigorigo Onsen.
3. walk (5 min.)
yes171http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takayama_historic_district/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakayama Historic DistrictTakayama Historic District (高山の古い町並) is the old Castle Town which still remains many Edo style buildings and one of the most famous spot in Takayama area. Because of those remaining traditional Edo style buildings, the entire area is registered as the Important Preservation Districts for Group of Historic Buildings. This area was developed as the shopping district of Takayama Castle Town. There are many gift shops, food stands, restaurants, local craft shops, cloth shops, and Sake Breweries. Some of the stores exist since Edo Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are the visitor's centers which you can hire English speaking guide.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes577http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miyagawa_morning_market/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMiyagawa Morning MarketMiyagawa Morning Market (宮川朝市) happens every morning at Takayama. There are many shops which sales fresh vegetables, local craft works, gifts, and local food such as Miso, and most of them have very reasonable price. The milk of the fish markets is one of the best milk you can get around here. Before you visit the Takayama Historic District, check out the morning market for more interesting food and gifts.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Business hours: 6:00 to noon. 7:00 to noon (Nov. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes239http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takayama_jinya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakayama JinyaTakayama Jinya (高山陣屋跡) is the ruins of a branch office of Edo Government. Takayama Jinya is the only remaining Jinya since Edo Period and designated as a National Historic Site of Japan. The Edo government directly ruled about 60 domains, called Tenryo, in various important areas of Japan. Jinya performed the administrative business, such as tax collection, finance, police action and judgement, and forest management.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 420 yen. there is group discount from 30~.
Open: 8:45 to 17:00(Mar. to Oct.), 18:00 (August), 16:30 (Nov. to Feb.)
yes306http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_japanese_crepe/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT048.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT048.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Japanese CrepeJapanese Crepe is popular sweets in Japan. It is rapped pan-cake with many kinds of ingredients, such as chocolate, cream, fruits and other sweet flavors. Crepe is mostly sold outside, especially hip spot like Harajuku.
yes371http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akaganetoyo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAkaganetoyo FallsAkaganetoyo Falls (あかがねとよ) is a waterfalls located in Osaka, Gifu. It is 14m high. Akaganetoyo literary means a red rain gutter. This waterfalls is made from the lava of Mt. Ontake. This waterfalls get dry easily, but because water also goes underground, the basin of a waterfall never dry out.
<b>Tourist</b>
It is located Mitsutaki Course of the hiking and sightseeing courses of Osaka Waterfalls.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida Osaka (32 min.)
2. use taxi or bus to Gandatekoen
3. walk east (50 min.)
yes159http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_sanaru/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI059.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI059.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake SanaruLake Sanaru (佐鳴湖) is located in Hamamatsu. Lake Sanaru is half solid half salt water lake, so it is very unique lake because lake fishes and sea fishes live at the same lake. It is a popular Hanami spot. You can enjoy walking with beautiful nature, bird watching, and boat riding.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Takatsuka.
2. walk north (15 min.)
yes222http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takatenjin_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI060.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI060.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakatenjin CastleTakatenjin Castle (高天神城) is the ruins of mountain castle located in Kakegawa, Shizuoka. It was originally built around Muromachi period by Imagawa Clan. Because it is located between Suruga and Toutoumi, this castle had been involved many battles especially between Takeda clan and Tokugawa clan. It was one of the strongest castle during Sengoku Period.
Even Takeda Shingen, the one of the great fuedal lords, couldn't defeat this castle. It has great view of Enshu area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restoorm.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hamamatsu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Kakegawa
2. use local bus to Takatenjinjo
yes328http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamanaka_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI061.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI061.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYamanaka CastleYamanaka Castle (山中城) is the ruins of mountain castle built in 1560 by Hojo clan. This castle was located on the other side of Mt. Hakone from Odawara castle, and very important castle to protect that castle. Yamanaka Castle remains the almost complete structures of middle age mountain castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom. Parking will close at evening.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. use bus to Yamanakajo
yes338http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_saba_misoni/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT049.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT049.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Saba no MisoniSaba no Misoni, or miso flavored mackerel, is popular simmering dishes in Japan. It is great food especially when mackerel is good in the season. It goes great with rice.
yes405http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yuki_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYuki TownYuki (結城) is Edo Style town located in Ibaraki prefecture. There are many Edo style buildings remaining from Edo period and Meiji Period. Those buildings are called Misegura ( 見世蔵), shops and storage. Yuki was the castle town of Yuki clan. Temples of Yuki have also historical value. Shomyoji temple was built in Kamakura Period by the first Yuki, Yuki Tomomitsu. Gugyoji temples which built by Yuki Hideyasu, the son of Tokugawa Ieyasu, remains the original building which built in 1595. Yuki is also famous for its silk weaving, called Yuki Tsumugi. At Tsumugi no Yakata, there are demonstration of its weaving and coloring which you can also experience.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are 31 Misegura.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito
1. use JR Mito Line to Yuki (1hr. 10 min.)
0. from Tokyo (Ueno Station)
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Oyama (1hr. 15min.)
2. use JR Mito Line to Yuki (8 min.)
yes396http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsumugi_yakata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsumugi no YakataTsumugi no Yakata (つむぎの館) is a comprehensive facility of Yuki Tsumugi Weaving. Yuki Tsumugi is the traditional silk weaving which performed for long time in Yuki. Tsumugi no Yakata has shops which sales all kinds of Yuki Tsumugi produces, demonstrations of weaving Yuki Tsumugi, experiencing weaving and coloring, display house of Yuki Tsumugi and its museum. The facility is run by Okujun, the wholesaler of Yuki Tsumugi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 9:30 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Admission: shop and demonstration Free, Museum 200 yen,and experience 800 ~ yen.
Make a reservation for experiencing.
There is free parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito
1. use JR Mito Line to Yuki (1hr. 10 min.)
0. from Tokyo (Ueno Station)
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Oyama (1hr. 15min.)
2. use JR Mito Line to Yuki (8 min.)
3. walk north east (10 min.)
yes480http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_sobatsuyu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT050.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT050.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Soba TsuyuSoba Tsuyu is the dipping sauce for Soba. Soba Tsuyu is most commonly used for eating, Soba. Soba Tsuyu could be used not only Soba, but also Tenpura, Udon, or Nabe.
also see <a href="/subject/howto_cook_soba/">How too cook Soba</a>.yes329http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tochigi_city/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTochigi CityTochigi (栃木) is located south of Tochigi prefecture. It is also known as the Town of Kura. Kura is Edo style storage. There are lots of Kura which remaining from Edo period, and most of them are still used. With those Kura Style buildings, Tochigi is called Little Edo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking which gives you a guide map of this city.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ashikaga.
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Tochigi (27 min.)
0. at Ueno Station
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Oyama (1hr. 20 min.)
2. use JR Ryomo Line to Tochigi (12 min.)
yes455http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_shichimen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL047.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL047.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. ShichimenMt. Shichimen (七面山, shichimensan) is one of famous mountains which has great view of Mt. Fuji. It is located Hayakawa Town, Yamanashi Prefecture. The summit of the mountain is 1989m high and there is Keishinin Temple on the top of the mountain. Keishinin is one of sacred temple of Nichiren Buddhism, and many believers practice at this temple. Also, because Mt. Shichimen is located exact west of Mt. Fuji, at Spring and Autumnal Equinox Day, the sun rise from the top of Mt. Fuji. This phenomenon is called "Diamond Fuji." It is also called "Goraiko."
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
3 hours of climbing to the top of the mountain. If you want to view the "Diamond Fuji," you can stay at Keishinin Temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kofu Station.
1. JR Minobu Line to Minobu (1hr. 10 min.)
2. use bus to (Shichimensantozanguchi)
3. use shuttle bus to the entrance
4. climb to the top (3 hr.)
yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hagoromo_shiraito_medaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL048.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL048.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHagoromo Shiraito Falls / MedakiHagoromo Shiraito Falls, Medaki Falls, (羽衣白糸の滝・雌滝) is located Hayakawa, Yamanashi. It is 20m tall waterfalls, and used for Misogi practice for Nichiren Buddhist behaviors. It is also known as Oman's falls. Oman is the one of concubines of Tokugawa Ieyasu. She purified herself to worship Mt. Shichimen. Before her, Mt. Shichimen was opened for only man, but she opened it for all women those who did Misogi with this waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is change room for the purification.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kofu Station.
1. JR Minobu Line to Minobu (1hr. 10 min.)
2. use bus to (Shichimensantozanguchi)
3. use shuttle bus to the entrance
4. walk east (3 min.)
yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hagoromo_shiraito_odaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL049.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL049.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHagoromo Shiraito Falls / OdakiHagoromo Shiraito Falls, Odaki Falls, (羽衣白糸の滝・雄 滝) is located Hayakawa, Yamanashi. It is 35m high waterfalls and used for Misogi for Buddhist monks. There is Bentenshrine next to the falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Don't touch the water.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kofu Station.
1. JR Minobu Line to Minobu (1hr. 10 min.)
2. use bus to (Shichimensantozanguchi)
3. use shuttle bus to the entrance
4. walk east (6 min.)
yes152http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/doryu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL050.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL050.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDoryu FallsDoryu Falls (吐竜の滝) is a waterfalls located in Yatsugatake, Yamanashi. It is 10m tall and 15m wide. It is one of the waterfalls in Kawamatagawa Valley, and considered as the best waterfalls of them.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Obuchizawa Station
1. use JR Koumi Line to Kiyosato (26 min.)
2. walk south west (40 min.)
yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyosato_otaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL051.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL051.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKiyosato Otaki FallsOtaki Falls (大滝) is located Kiyosato, Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture. It is 16m tall, 3.5m wide waterfalls. It is popular matchmaking spot in Yatsugatake area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Obuchizawa Station
1. use JR Koumi Line to Kiyosato (26 min.)
2. walk south east (40 min.)
2. use local bus to Otaki
yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanbuichi_spring/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL052.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL052.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSanbuichi SpringSanbuichi Spring (三分一湧水, sanbuichiyusui) is the most famous Yatsugatake springs. It is located 1,000m high from the sea levels, and 8,500t of water springs everyday. This water is chosen as one of 100 best water in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Don't Drink this water because it is used for farming.
There is a parking, and gift shops. (9:00 to 17:00)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Obuchizawa Station
1. use JR Koumi Line to Kai-Koizumi (5 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)
yes171http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koga/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKogaKoga (古河) is located in west Ibaraki Prefecture. The city has the history of 1000 years old, and it appears in Manyoshu Record. In Edo period, it developed as one of post station of Nikko Road. Today, it is known as little Kyoto with the rich historic site and temples. Shichifuku Curry Noodle is a popular delicacy.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Takamisenseki Museum and Koga Town Museum is admission free.
At the station, there is tourist information center and you can get a map and free rental bicycle at there.
<b>Access</b>
0. Tsuchiura Station
1. use JR Joban Line to Tomobe (35 min.)
2. use JR Mito Line to Oyama (1hr.)
3. use JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line to Koga (13 min.)
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line to Koga (58 min.)
yes292http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyama_gion_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOyama Gion CastleOyama Castle (小山城) is the ruins of Japanese castle located Oyama city, Tochigi. It is also known as Gion Castle. It was built in 1148 by Oyama Masamitsu. Today, it becomes a park and garden, but the moats, dirt hills and walls are preserved in good condition.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tochigi Station
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Oyama (11 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jonan_island_seaside_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL140.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL140.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJonan Island Seaside ParkJonan Island Seaside Park (城南島海浜公園, jonanjimakaihinkoen) is a seaside park with artificial beach and camping area. This park is the only camping spot in Tokyo Metro. At the beach, you can enjoy clam capturing. There is also fishing spot on north side of the park. Because it is located right next to Haneda Airport, many airplane lovers visit here to watch and photograph their landing and taking off.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No fireworks at beach.
There is parking, restroom and shops.
Skateboard ground and camping field are closed on Wednesday. Camping required the reservation.
Don't capture small size of clams. Maximum amount of clam you can capture is 2kg.
Park closed at night.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use JR Keihin-Tohoku Line to Omori
2. use bus to Jonanjimayonchome
3. walk (3 min.)
yes246http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/marunouchi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL141.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL141.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMarunouchiMarunouchi (丸の内) is the area between Tokyo Station and the Imperial Palace. It was used to be a part of Edo Castle. Today, it is one of the major business district in Tokyo and center of economic and financial industry in Japan. Because many people work at this area, there are lots of restaurants and bars from reasonable price to high-class. Maru-Buildings and Marunouchi Main Avenue are the shopping district with lots of fashion shops.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is free shuttle bus travels this area.
Popular spots in Marunouchi:
Maru-Building.
New Maru Building.
Tokyo International Forum.
The Imperial Palace.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. walk west (2 min.)
yes279http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ukishima_island/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL123.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL123.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUkishima IslandUkishima Island (浮島) is a manmade land located Kawasaki, Kanagawa. There are many industrial plantation in this island.
<b>Caution</b>
Never enter inside of the plantations. It is illegal and highly dangerous. Stay in the public road and be careful because there are many trucks.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station.
1. use Rinko bus to Ukishimachokoeniriguchi (40 min.)
yes220http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ukishimacho_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL124.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL124.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUkishimacho ParkUkishimacho Park (浮島町公園) is located in Ukishima Island. Because it is located right next Haneda Airport, you can have a great view of airplanes. Many photographers come here to shot photo of airplans. It is also popular fishing spots.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station.
1. use Rinko bus to Ukishimachokoeniriguchi (40 min.)
yes208http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otemachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL142.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL142.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOtemachiOtemachi (大手町) is the economic center of Japan located near Tokyo Station. Most of major Japanese Banks, Trading Companies, News Papers and Mass Media are based on Otemachi. Some of the government offices are also here. Otemon, which is the main entrance of the Imperial palace East Garden is located in Otemachi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are lots of restaurants underground levels. Most of the Tokyo Subway travel to Otemachi.
<b>Access</b>
Marunouchi Line, Tozai Line, Chiyoda Line, Hanzomon Line and Mita Line come to Otemachi.
yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nihonbashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL143.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL143.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNihonbashiNihonbashi (日本橋) is located in Chuo ward of Tokyo Metro. Nihonbashi is the bridge which is the zero-milestone of all Street in Japan since Edo Period. All the distance from Tokyo are majored from here. The bridge, today, is 19th Nihonbachi built in 1911. There are name print which written by Tokugawa Yoshinobu, the last Shogun. The main office of the bank of Japan and Tokyo Stock Exchange is located around this area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many shopping mall, such as Mitsukoshi nearby Nihonbashi Bridge.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Hanzomon Line to Mitsukoshimae.
2. walk south (1 min.)
1. use Tozai Line To Nihonbashi.
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes182http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokiwabashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL144.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL144.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTokiwabashiTokiwabashi (常盤橋) is the ruins of the main gate of outer bailey of Edo Castle. It is Masugata gate style with the bridge. The bridge and the name of the gate was named by the friends of Naraya Ichiemon in the time of Tokugawa Iemitsu. Current bridge is built in 1877 and one of the oldest western style bridge in Japan. The stones of the gate is also remains since Edo Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Hanzomon Line to Mitsukoshimae.
2. walk west (5 min.)
yes49http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_soba/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT051.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT051.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook SobaSoba is popular Japanese noodle made from soba. It could be served as hot or cold. Cold Soba is called Zaru Soba. Soba restaurants are the most common restaurants in Japan beside Ramen.
yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakitama_kofun_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL034.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL034.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakitama Kofun ParkSakitama Kofun Park (さきたま古墳公園) has comprising 9 burial mounds or Kofun located in Gyoda, Saitama. Kofun is the emperor's tumulus mostly built in 3rd to 7th century. From these tumuli have been excavated many important objects of historical and archaeological interest, including a sword which is classified as a National Treasure of Japan. This rare sword was found in the Inariyama Kofun.
A pleasant path leads through the park ground where visitors may also enjoy relaxing on the spacious lawn or viewing the Iris and Lotus ponds.
The exhibits of excavated artifacts at the museum provided excellent material for the study of the Tumulus Period (300 to 700 A.C.E.). At the reconstructed farmhouse the visitors will discover the style of life prevalent in the Saitama countryside until the 1950's.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Omiya Station
1. use JR ShonanShinjuku Line to Gyoda (34 min.)
yes356http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_tendon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT052.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT052.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook TendonTendon is a rice bowl with Special Sauced Tenpura. It is one of the best way to enjoy eating Tenpura.
yes216http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chigasaki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL125.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL125.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfChigasaki CastleChigasaki Castle (茅ヶ崎城) is the ruins of Japanese castle which built in end of Heian Period by Tada Yukitsuna. It remains many moat, dirt hills, walls and baileys in good condition. Current structure was built in the end of 14th century. This castle has great structure of Hojo Style Castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Yokohama Blue Line to Center Minami.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes216http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ichigao_catacombs/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL126.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL126.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIchigao CatacombsIchigao Catacombs (市ヶ尾横穴式古墳) is a cavern style tumulus, also known as Yokoana Kofun. There are 9 catacombs in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is a restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Nagatsuda.
2. use Tokyu Denentoshi Line to Ichigao
3. walk north (10 min.)
yes149http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inarimae_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL127.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL127.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfInarimae KofunInarimae Kofun (稲荷前古墳) is a 37.5m head-rectangle-tail-circle Kofun located in Yokohama. It is the first Kofun found in Kanagawa as its style. There are two other style of Kofun, circler and rectangle just around this Kofun.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Nagatsuda.
2. use Tokyu Denentoshi Line to Ichigao
3. walk north (30 min.)
yes97http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasugayama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKasugayamaKasugayama (春日山) is the homeland of Uesugi Kenshin (上杉謙信). It is located Joetsu, Niigata Prefecture. Uesugi Kenshin is one of the most famous Daimyo, the feudal lords, during the Sengoku Period. Kenshin was born and died in Kasugayama Castle which is located in Kasugayama. At Rinsenji temple where Kenshin spent his early age has lots of Kenshin's items including his hand written letter.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Check out the map at the Kasugayama Station.
All spots have parking spaces.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naoetsu Station.
1. use bus to Kasugayamashita.
yes352http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/naena_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNaena FallsNaena Falls (苗名滝) is one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. It is located on the border of Nagano and Niigata Prefecture. It is 55m high and because of the its huge sounds, it is also known as the waterfalls of earthquake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naoetsu Station.
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Myokokogen (51 min.)
2. use bus to Suginosawakami (25 min.)
3. walk (45 min.)
yes223http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasugayama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKasugayama CastleKasugayama Castle (春日山城) is the mountain castle located in Joetsu. It is the castle of Uesugi Kenshin. It was built in 14th century. Uesugi Kenshi was born and died at this castle. There is Kenshin's statue at the entrance of Kasugayama Shrine. On the top of the castle you can see great view of Joetsu area and sea of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naoetsu Station.
1. use bus to Kasugayamashita.
yes500http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rinsenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRinsenji TempleRinsenji Temple (林泉寺) was built in 1497 by Nagao Yoshikage, the grandfather of Uesugi Kenshin, for the cemetery of Nagao clan. Uesugi Kenshin studied literature and tactics at this temple from 7 to 14 years old. In later his life, he came back this temple and practiced ZEN. He named his name Kenshin after the 7th priest Shuken. Today, there is a museum in the temple which displays lots of Kenshin related items including his hand written letter to the priest.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission (include museum): 500 yen for adult, 250 for kids. There is group discount from 25 people. There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naoetsu Station.
1. use bus to Rinsenjiiriguchi
yes233http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasugayama_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKasugayama ShrineKasugayama Shrine (春日山神社) is located in Kasugayama Castle. It is enshrines Uesugi Kenshin. It was built in 1901 by Ogawa Kiyoharu. It is popular for young people for sports competitions and match making.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is parking and gift shop on the leading way.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naoetsu Station.
1. use bus to Kasugayamashita.
yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takada_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakada CastleTakada Castle (高田城) is the ruins of castle located Joetsu, NIigata. It was built in 1614 by Matsudaira Tadateru, the 6th son of Ieyasu. There is moat and reconstructed Yagura, three stories keep, today. It is also famous for Yo-Sakura, the night Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naoetsu Station.
1. use JR Joetsu Line to Takada (9 min.)
2. walk east (15 min.)
yes304http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/so_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSo FallsSo Falls (惣滝) is one of 100 best waterfalls in Japan. It is located in Myoko city, Niigata. It is 80m high and the altitude is over 1300m. The water come from Mt. Myoko and waterfalls on Odagiri river. Koyo around this waterfalls is especially famous around this area.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naoetsu Station.
1. use JR Joetsu Line to Sekiyama (42 min.)
2. use local bus to Tubame Onsen (25 min.)
3. walk (20 min.)
yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawagoe_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL035.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL035.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKawagoe MatsuriKawagoe Matsuri (川越祭り) is one of the popular Dashi Matsuri in Kanto Region. Dashi is Japanese parade float and, in this Matsuri, many Dashi parade all over Kurazukuri which is the main avenue with lots of Edo Style building. Each towns have their own Dashi. On the top of Dashi there are doll of Japanese famous Heros. When those heros meet other heros, they start fighting. This fighting is the main feature of Kawagoe Matsuri, called Hikkawase. They compete others by making bigger sound with voice, drums, bells and flutes. This Matsuri has been going on over 360 years.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This Matsuri happens in the middle of October and is held for two days. Just like other typical Matsuri, there are many food stands opens.
Roads will be closed for the festival.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station
1. use JR Saikyo Line to Kawagoe (21 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes435http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ueda_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUeda CastleUeda Castle (上田城) was built in 1583 by Sanada Masayuki. It is flatland castle located in Ueda, Nagano. It is considered one of the strongest castle because Tokugawa Ieyasu attacked this castle twice in 1585 and 1600, but Sanada Masayuki and his son Yukimura defeated Ieyasu''s both time with small number of samurai and Ueda Castle. Today, it is popular Sakura spots and there is a shirne enshrines Sanada clan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use Shinano Line to Ueda (42 min.)
2. walk north west (10 min.)yes363http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yonako_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYonako Great FallsYonako Great Falls (米子大瀑布) is one of 100 best waterfalls in Japan. It is located in Suzaka, Nagano. Yonako Falls is the inclusive term of Gongen Falls and Fudo Falls. Gongen Falls ( 権現滝) is 75m high and Fudo Falls (不動滝) is 85m high. It is very rare that two of such a high waterfalls located right next to each other. In October, it has beautiful Autumn leaves around the falls. <b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom. On the weekends of October, the road to the falls will be closed, and instead of private transportation, there is a shuttle bus from Yukkudon Onsen Center. Round trip is 1200 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use Nagano Dentetsu Line to Suzaka (26 min.)
2. talk bus to Yukkudon or tax to Yonakodaibakufu.
3. walk 4 hours from Yukkudon.
','No pet for the shuttle bus.
There are several hiking course around this waterfalls. It is very beautiful during October. Because it is located on the high up in the mountain, Koyo starts much earlier than other place nearby.
This waterfalls are located at huge caldera and water fall into the caldera. This caldea is one of three major caldera in Japan.
Fudo Falls is sometimes used for Takigyo.yes304http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kimyo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKimyo FallsKimyo Falls','奇妙滝',14,'Kimyo Falls (奇妙滝) is 60m tall waterfalls located in Suzaka, Nagano. The water coming from Mt. Kimyo. It has very mysterious look because the rocks of the waterfalls are deep black color, and bottom of the falls and the river from it are red. It has great Autumn leaves in October.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Be careful with fallen rocks.
<b>Access</b>
15 min. from the observatory of Yonako Fallsyes138http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/museum_of_togakure/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Museum of Togakure NinjaThe Museum of Togakure (Togakushi) School of Ninpo (戸隠流忍法資料館) is the museum of Ninja located in Togakushi, Nagano. Togakure Ninja is one of the popular Ninja Style. The legend said, Togakure ryu Ninpo was founded by Nishina Daisuke, samurai of Kiso Yoshinaka, in late 12th century. This museum displays all kinds of Ninja weapons, spy items, Kuroshozoku, and real scrolls and Ninja books. It has also a trick house and Shuriken school for experience.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 350 yen for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use express bus to Togakushi (1hr.)
2. use shuttle bus to Okushayes550http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/togakushi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTogakushiTogakushi','戸隠',4,'Togakushi (戸隠) is one of the most famous power-spot today. It is located northern Nagano Prefecture. The power- spot is Japanese spiritual spots where you can gain the natural power. For long time, Japanese people built shrines on those power spots. The best example is the top of Mt. Fuji. There are 3 major Togakushi shrines known as the power-spot. Especially, Okusya, the upper shine, has a history of 1,000 years and is considered as the strongest power-spot. The Cedar avenue of Okusya is beautiful. Togakushi is also famous for its Soba because Togakushi has a clean water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is very crowded today. It is so hard to find parking during the weekend. On the weekends, there is a shuttle bus to travel all major spot. in Togakushi.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station.
1. use express bus to Togakushi (1hr.)yes415http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/togakushi_shrine_hoko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTogakushi Shrine Hoko ShrineTogakushi Shrine Hoko Shrine (戸隠神社、宝光社) is one of three shrines in Togakushi. It was built in 1058 by the 70th emperor Goreizen. It enshrines Amenouwabarunomikoto. The steps to the shrine has beautiful cedar avenue and it is considered as one of power-spot in Togakushi.
<b>Visitor''s info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b.Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station.
1. use express bus to Togakushi (1hr.)
2. walk south (1hr.)yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/togakushi_shrine_chusya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTogakushi Shrine ChusyaTogakushi Shrine Chusya (戸隠神社・中社) is the center shrine of Five Togakushi Shrines. It was built in 1098. Togakushi Shrines were originally built as temple of Sugen-do in 849. Chusya is located in the center of Togakushi area, and it has many huge cedar trees which also considered as the sacred trees which gives visitors a power of nature.
<b>Visitors</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station.
1. use express bus to Togakushi (1hr.)yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/togakushi_shrine_okusya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTogakushi Shrine OkusyaTogakushi Shrine Okusya (戸隠神社・奥社) is the upper shrine of all Togakushi Shrine. It is also the first shrine built in Togakushi. It was originally built as Shugen-do Temple in 849. Today, it is known as one of the strong power-spot in Japan, and many people worship this shrine to gain the spiritual power of nature. The cedar avenue of Okusya is very beautiful. There is also Kuzuryu Shrine right next to Okusya.
<b>Visitor''s info.</b>
There is a parking.
About 2km Sando Street from the parking to the shrine and there is hard stairs. Restrooms are located on the Sando. Today, it is very crowded especially on the weekend. It takes more than one hour to worship at this shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station.
1. use express bus to Togakushi (1hr.)
2. use shuttle bus (only available on weekend) to Okusya.yes272http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mirror_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMirror PondMirror Pond (鏡池, kagamiike) is a popular hiking spot in Togakushi. It has beautiful Koyo, autumn leaves, in October and when there is no wind or rain, it reflects beautiful Mt. Togakushi. Many photographer visit here to take a beautiful mirror pond photo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Road closed on weekends on October, but there is a shuttle bus to the access.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station.
1. use express bus to Togakushi (1hr.)
2. use shuttle bus (only available on weekend) to Kagamiike.yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/teraya_homeland_forest/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL128.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL128.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTeraya Homeland ForestTeraya Homeland Forest (寺屋ふるさとの森) is one of relaxing park with lots of nature in Yokohama. It also offers visitors experiencing farming and craft-working. You can also fishing at the pond in this park. This park and around the area was preserved for keeping nature in Yokohama project. Yokohama was developed so quick after the WWII, and only this place has been remained lots of natures.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Nagatsuda
2. use local bus to Terayafurusatonomoriyes304http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_curry_udon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT053.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT053.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Curry UdonCurry Udon is one of the popular style of Udon. Instead of Udon Soup, Curry Udon takes Curry flavor, but not like standard curry, this one is more like soup. It is great hot noodle especially in the winter.
yes276http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_hayashi_rice/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT055.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT055.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Hayashi RiceHayashi Rice is Japanese western food. Just like curry, it served with rice. It is a tomato paste stew. Hayashi Rice is also very popular Japanese food.
yes498http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gunma_senga_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGunma Senga FallsSenga Falls (線ヶ滝) is located Namboku Village, Gunma. It is 40m-tall waterfalls. It is made from a huge fault. The white line of waterfalls on the huge black rock is just like the drawing a white line. The Senga literary means the line.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (15 min.)
2. use Joshin Line to Shimonita (1hr.)
3. use taxi to Sengataki.
yes329http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sandan_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSandan FallsSandan Falls (三段の滝) is three step-waterfalls located in Namboku, Gunma. It has 50m high in total, and considered as one of three major waterfalls in Namboku.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and Restroom. Takes 30 min by walking from the parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (15 min.)
2. use Joshin Line to Shimonita (1hr.)
3. use taxi to Sandannotaki.
yes341http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chushi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfChushi FallsChushi Falls (中止の滝) is 35m tall waterfalls located Ueno, Gunma. This waterfalls was found in Meiji era. When it was found by researchers, they stop working because the waterfall was so beautiful. After that, people started called this waterfall "The fall of Break."
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (15 min.)
2. use JR Takasaki Line to Shinmachi (10 min.)
3. use bus to Kamiru Machi (69 min.)
4. use bus to Ueno Mura (33 min.)
5. use taxi to Chushinotaki
yes155http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iai_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIai ValleyIai Valley (居合沢) is located in Namboku, Gunma. It is nice hiking course withe many beautiful waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and Restroom. Takes 30 min by walking from the parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (15 min.)
2. use Joshin Line to Shimonita (1hr.)
3. use taxi to Sandannotaki.
yes413http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/semi_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSemi ValleySemi Valley (蝉の渓谷) is a very unique valley located Namboku, Gunma. Because the rock of this valley is very weak, heavy rains crashes the bottom rocks. This is how this valley was made.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (15 min.)
2. use Joshin Line to Shimonita (1hr.)
3. use taxi to Seminokeikoku.
yes212http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ueno_sky_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUeno Sky BridgeUeno Sky Bridge (上野スカイブリッジ) is a huge cable suspension bridge located in Ueno, Gunma. It has great view of all Ueno area. In Autumn, there are beautiful Koyo, the autumn leaves. You can enjoy sky walking here. It is connecting two tourist spots of Ueno, Ma-hor Forest and Kawawa National Park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 100 yen.
There is a parking and restroom
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (15 min.)
2. use JR Takasaki Line to Shinmachi (10 min.)
3. use bus to Kamiru Machi (69 min.)
4. use bus to Ueno Mura (33 min.)
5. walk (40 Min.)
yes227http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuji_cavern/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFuji CavernFuji Cavern (不二洞) is one of the biggest cavern in Kanto. It is 2.2km long and takes about 40 min. for touring inside of the cave. This cavern is still actively growing and you can see how stalactite stone is growing.
<b>Toursit Info.</b>
Addmission: 600 yen. Kids 400 yen.
Open: 8:30 to 17:30 (16:30 in winter) Last entry is 1 hr before close time.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Ryomo Line to Takasaki (15 min.)
2. use JR Takasaki Line to Shinmachi (10 min.)
3. use bus to Kamiru Machi (69 min.)
4. use bus to Ueno Mura (33 min.)
5. walk (40 Min.)
yes445http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kirifuri_highland/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKirifuri HighlandKirifuri Highland (霧降高原) is the highland located northern Nikko, Tochigi. There are many hiking courses, camping place, sky resort and golf courses. It is located over 1500m high from the sea levels, and has beautiful natures including Kirifuri Falls, which is one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. In fall, the autumn leaves are beautiful and many photographers and hikers visit.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at the entrance of hiking courses.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. use bus to Kirifurikogen
yes334http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nikko_shiraito_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNikko Shiraito FallsNikko Shiraito Falls (日光 白糸の滝) is one of waterfalls in Nikko. It is located just behind of Futaarasan Shrine and next to its upper shrine. It is 10m high.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tobu Nikko Station.
1. walk north-west (40 min.)
yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jakko_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJakko FallsJakko Falls (寂光の滝) is one of waterfalls in Nikko. It is also known as seven falls because this waterfalls is made of 7 steps of waterfalls. It is 50m high in total and 6m wide. Jakko Falls is considered as one of 8 views of Nikko.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tobu Nikko Station.
1. use bus to Tabozawa (10 min.)
2. walk north (40 min.)
yes233http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koshin_seven_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoshin Seven FallsKoshin Seven Falls (庚申七滝) is located on Mt. Koshin, Nikko. It is seven steps waterfalls and located right next to Ichino Torii gate of Mt. Koshin.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Be careful, the bridge to see the lower falls are broken.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. use bus to Tsudoekimae
2. take taxi to Ginzandairatenbodai
3. walk west (1 hr.)
yes253http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takio_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakio ShrineTakio Shrine (瀧尾神社) is one of Shrines in Nikko. It is a secondary shrine of Futaarasan Shrine and one of three gongen shrine. It was built in 820 by priest Kukai. Legend said, he saw the goddess at this place. This phenomenon is call Yoko(影光).
<b> Visitor's info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. walk north-west (30 min.)
yes296http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/konuma_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKonuma PondKonuma Pond (小沼) is a lake on the top of Mt. Akagi. The altitude of this lake is 1,450m. It is a very popular hiking spot in Akagi area. Because it is high up in the mountain, It has great Koyo starts in the middle of October.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use bus to Fujimi Onsen.
2. use another bus to Akagi Center
yes350http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_kitsune_udon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT054.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT054.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Kitsune UdonKitsune Udon is mostly served in hot noolde. Kitsune is the flavored Aburaage, deep fried Tofu. It's the most basic Udon.
yes358http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atsuta_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAtsuta ShrineAtsuta Shrine (熱田神宮) is Jingu Shrine located Nagoya, Aichi. It was built in 113 A.C.E. and enshrines Atsuta no Okami and the sword of Kusanagi. The sword of Kusanagi, place at Atsuta Shrine, is one of three sacred imperial treasure of Japan. In Japanese myth, after Yamatotakeru no Mikoto conquered eastern Japan, he visited Owari and married the Owari governor's daughter. He left the sword to his wife and traveled Ise. When he died at Ise, she took his sword to Atsuta and built Atsuta Shrine. Because of the sword of Kusanagi, Atsuta Shrine is one of the most important shrine in Japan besides the grand shrine of Ise. In 1560, Oda Nobunaga visited and prayed his victory for the battle of Okehazama.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Atsuta (7 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes366http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/the_battle_of_okehazama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe battle of OkehazamaThe battle of Okehazama (桶狭間の戦い) is the battle happened in 1560 between Oda Nobunaga and Imagawa Yoshimoto. It is one of the most exciting victory because Nobunaga with only 2,000 armies won against 25,000 armies of Yoshimoto. The battle of Okehazama is the major turning point of the history of Japan. After this battle, Nobunaga started the great revolution which changed Japan, and Imagawa clan was fallen immediately after this lost.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Most of the related spot of Okehazama has no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Chukyo Keibajo (18 min.)
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes419http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyosu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKiyosu CastleKiyosu Castle (清洲城) is the ruins of castle located in west Aichi. It was built in 1405 by Shiba Yoshishige. It was a castle to govern western Owari and in 1478, Oda clan moved this castle. Since then, Kiyosu Castle was the capital of Kiyosu Oda clan. It is very famous because Oda Nobunaga's great career began at this castle. Today, there is reconstructed castle on the other side of the river, and beautiful statue of Oda Nobunaga is placed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
The castle closed on Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use Tokaido Line to Kiyosu (7 min.)
2. walk south (15 min.)
yes232http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okehazama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOkehazama ParkOkehazama Park (桶狭間公園) is located on the legendary place of the battle of Okehazama. Legend said, the battle of Okehazama took place at this park. There are statues of Oda Nobunaga and Imagawa Yoshimoto. The pond and artificial river represent small scale of the map of the battle of Okehazama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a restroom, but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Chukyo Keibajo (18 min.)
2. walk south (25 min.)
yes91http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/narumi_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNarumi CastleNarumi Castle(鳴海城) is the castle of Owari, current Aichi Prefecture. In Muromachi period, Ashikaga Yoshimitsu ordered his Samurai, Yasuhara, to build. This castle is one of the locations of the battle of Okehazama in 1590. Today, it is the ruins which also used a public park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a restroom, but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kanayama (3 min.)
2. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Narumi (11 min.)
3. walk north (10 min.)
yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/odaka_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOdaka CastleOdaka Castle (大高城) is a hilltop castle located south of Nagoya. It is one of the spot related to the battle of Okehazama. Tokugawa Ieyasu carried food during the battle. Today, it is a public park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Odaka (14 min.)
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kutsukake_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKutsukake CastleKutsukake Castle (沓掛城) is a flatland castle located in Nagoya. It is one of the spots of the battle of Okehazama.
Imagawa Yoshimoto settled his headquarter at this castle. It was built in 14th century and still remains many constructions.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Zengo (22 min.)
2. walk north (20 min.)
yes108http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okehazama_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOkehazama ShrineOkehazama Shrine (桶狭間神明社) is located in Okehazama. The village of Okehazama was founded by Ochimusya, run-away samurai from Namboku era in 1340. This shrime was also built by them for their spiritual homeland. During the battle of Okehazama, Sena Ujitoshi prayed his victory and gave Sake barrel.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Chukyokeibajomae (20 min.)
2. use bus to Okehazamateramae
yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_inarizushi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT056.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT056.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook InarizushiInarizushi (いなり寿司) is one of the Sushi which used for mostly lunch box. Inari is flavored Aburaage. Inarizushi is putting Sushi rice inside Inari. It is one of the great way to enjoy Sushi rice.
yes301http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoro_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYoro FallsYoro Falls (養老の滝) is one of 100 best waterfalls and 100 best water in Japan. It is 32m high and 4 wide waterfalls located in Gifu prefecture. This waterfalls is located in Yoro Park which is popular spot in this area.
Legend says, the water of this falls became Sake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is two parking. Upper parking which 5 min from the fall requires 1000 yen. If you park at the parking of the park, it requires hard walking to the falls.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Ogaki (12 min.)
2. use Yoro Line to Kuwana (22 min.)
3. walk west (30 min.)
yes268http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kagano_hachiman_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKagano Hachiman ShrineKagano Hachiman Shrine (加賀野八幡神社) is located in Ogaki, Gifu prefecture. It is very popular for its spring water. It is chosen as 100 Heisei best water in Japan and 50 best water in Gifu. Many people visit here to gather its tasty water for their daily water for cooking. This shrine is built on the ruins of Kagano Castle which built in 1317.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
When you gather water, use scoop. The water passed the health examination but better to boil it before drink it. There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. use JR Tokaido Line to Ogaki (12 min.)
1. walk north east (20 min.)
yes138http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ena_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEna ValleyEna Valley (恵那峡) is a valley of Kiso River located in Nakatsugawa, Gifu prefecture. This valley was made by Oi Dam. Usually, most of the sceneries were destroyed by the production of dam, but Ena Valley become more beautiful spot by the dam which is very rare case. It has sightseeing cruise at Sazanami park. The cruising offers beautiful landscape with many unique rocks. Ena Valley is also popular for its Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
During the Koyo season, it get very crowded. Koyo happens in the middle of November.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ena Station
1. use bus to Enakyokenritushizenkoen
yes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sunomata_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSunomata CastleSunomata Castle (墨俣一夜城, sunomataichiyajo) is a ruins of castle which legend said built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in 1566. During the war between Oda Nobunaga and Saito clan, It was built over night. After this success, Hideyoshi became very important man in Nobunaga's samurai. Therefore, this castle is considered as the beginning of Hideyoshi's success story. Today, there is reconstructed castle which designed of Ogaki Castle, and there is a museum inside.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but restroom.
Admission of the museum: 200 yen.
Opens: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Ogaki (12 min.)
2. use Meihankintesu bus to Sunomata
3. walk (5 min.)
yes242http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takenaka_jinya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakenaka JinyaTakenaka Jinya (竹中陣屋) is the ruins of the house of Takenaka clan. It was small castle built by Takenaka Shigekado, the son of Takenaka Hambei Shigeharu, in 1588. There are moat, gates and stone walls remains. The statue of Takenaka Hambei is placed in front of the gate.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Tarui (23 min.)
2. use bus to Iwateyochien
yes154http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/magome_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMagome JukuMagome Juku (馬籠宿) is a old post town of nakasendo road located Nakatsugawa, Gifu. It was 43rd post town from Edo. This post town remains and reconstructed the old look of Edo style post town, and one of the popular tourist spot in Gifu, today. The houses are built in Edo style and the stone road are remains from the Edo period. There are lots of gift shops, food stands, museums and even hotels.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokichi Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nakatsugawa (32 min.)
2. use bus to Magomejuku
yes399http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/naeki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNaeki CastleNaeki Castle (苗木城) is a mountain castle built in mid 16th century by Toyama Naokado. It is located in Ena, Gifu prefecture. It was very important castle for Oda Nobunaga to protect Mino from Takeda clan. Even this castle is located on the top of mountain, there are huge stone walls which also the basement of the main bailey and Tenshu-kaku. Those stone basement also used huge rocks to built the castle stronger and higher. From the top of Tenshu-kaku, you can see great view of Nakatsugawa area and Kiso River.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokichi Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nakatsugawa (32 min.)
2. use bus to Naeki Toyama museum
3. walk (20 min.)
yes350http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gifu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGifu CastleGifu Castle (岐阜城) is a mountain castle located in Gifu city. The mountain is also known as Mt. Kinka or Mt. Inaba. Gifu castle is very popular as the castle of Oda Nobunaga and Saito Dozan. It was built in 1201, and mainly structured by Dozan in 1539. When Nobunaga conquered this castle, his vision became clear and started using the red seal of Tenkafubu which also means he started to moving forward to unify Japan. Today, it is the symbol of Gifu city and popular spot in the area. It has great view of Gifu and Aichi, especially beautiful at night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are several hiking courses to reach the top of the mountain where Tenshu-kaku of Gifu castle is. Also, there is a ropeway to the top of the mountain.
There are several free parking around the mountain.
Admission for Tenshu-kaku: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids.
Open: 9:30 to 17:30 (3/16 to 5/11), 8:30 to 17:30 (5/12 to 10/16), 9:30 to 16:30 (10/17 to 3/15)
Ropeway: one-way 600 yen, round trip 1050 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station
1. use bus to Gifukoen Rekishishiryokanmae
2. walk (3 min.)
yes373http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takato_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakato CastleTakato Castle (高遠城) is hilltop castle located in Ina, Nagano. It is also well known for its Sakura, today. It was the castle of Takato clan which is the brunch of Suwa clan. Takeda Katsuyori the son of Takeda Shingen ruled this castle during the Sengoku Period. In 1547, Yamamoto Kansuke and Akiyama Nobutomo extended this castle to current size. Today, the baileys, dry moats are remains in good condition. In fall, it has also beautiful autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
In Sakura season, there is an admission free for the park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Inashi Station.
1. use bus to Takatoeki (25 min.)
2. walk (15 min.)
yes387http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tenryu_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTenryu ValleyTenryu Valley (天竜峡) is a valley of Tenryu river located IIda, Nagano prefecture. It is chosen as one of the scenery of Japan, and a part of National park of Tenryu-Okumikawa. The valley was form with grantic hard cliffs with various kinds of trees which offer great Koyo, the autumn leaves and green leaves in summer. There is Onsen around the area. Therefore, many people visit here during the Koyo season and enjoy Onsen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
There is a cruising service which travel Tenryu river.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ina Station.
1. use JR Iida Line to Tenryukyo (2 hr.)
yes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_kimpira_gobo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT057.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT057.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Kimpira GoboKimpira Gobo is one of the popular daily dishes in Japanese food. It is made from cocklebur and carrot with soy sauce flavor. It is also popular appetizer for Sake.
yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gora_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL129.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL129.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGora ParkGora Park (強羅公園) is one of the most popular spot in Hakone. It is a Japanese style garden with lots of flowers. Gora Park offers all kinds of seasonable flowers from February to October, and it finishes with beautiful Autumn leaves. Its rose garden is the most famous feature of this park. There are 140 kinds 1000 roses in Gora Park. There are also, a craft-house, Tea house and other houses.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen, Kids free.
Business hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station.
1. use Hakone Tozan Line to Gora (36 min.)
2. walk (5 min.)
yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakone_highland/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL130.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL130.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHakone HighlandHakone Highland (箱根高原) is located north of Lake Ashi. It has great Koyo, the autumn leaves in falls. There are many hiking courses which offer beautiful Koyo at the season. Also, it is popular hiking spot in Summer with green leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station.
1. use Hakone Tozan Line to Gora (36 min.)
2. use Hakone Ropeway to Togendai
3. walk north
yes329http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_sagami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL131.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL131.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake SagamiLake Sagami (相模湖) is an artificial lake located northern Kanagawa. It is popular recreation spot for Tokyo people because it is very easy access from Tokyo. There are many activities for visitors such as boat riding, fishing, cruising and hiking. In summer there is a fireworks, and also there is camping spots around the lake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking, restroom, restaurants, gift shop and other entertainment facilities.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Sagamiko (56 min.)
2. walk south
yes389http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_daigakuimo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT058.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT058.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook DaigakuimoDaigakuimo (大学芋) is a deep fried sweet-potato with Soy Sauce flavor. One of the popular dishes for Sweet Potato in Japan. This is good for also snacks, and Japanese kids love Daigakuimo.
yes229http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/battle_of_sekigahara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe battle of SekigaharaThe battle of Sekigahara (関ヶ原の戦い) in 1600 is the most decisive battle happened in the history of Japan. The battle field of Sekigahara is located on the border of Shiga and Gifu prefecture. This battle divided the power of Japan half and decided who was the last winner of Sengoku Period. The result of the battle coursed the fall of Toyotomi clan, and the rise of Tokugawa clan. Right after this battle Tokugawa Ieyasu became the Seii Tai Shogun and open Tokugawa Government at Edo.
<b>Tourist info</b>
You can get a map of Sekigahara at the museum.
Almost all spots has a parking, and also you can have rental bicycle.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Sekigahara (29 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes599http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_myojo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI062.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI062.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. MyojoMt. Myojo (明星山) is one of Mt. Fuji view spots located Fuji, Shizuoka. It is 225m high and have an excellent view of southern side of Mt. Fuji. This is also popular Sakura spot, and in April, people enjoy Hanami party with Sakura and Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numazu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Fuji (18 min.)
2. use JR Minobu Line to Iriyamase (8 min.)
3. walk west (40 min.)
yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/odana_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI063.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI063.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOdana FallsOdana Falls (大棚の滝) is a waterfalls located on Ashitaka mountains. It is 21m high and in autumn, it has beautiful autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numazu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Higashitagonoura (10 min.)
2. use Taxi to Sudogawa camping area
yes184http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sudogawa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI064.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI064.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSudogawa ValleySudogawa Valley (須津川渓谷) is located in Ashitaka mountains, Shizuoka. It is popular hiking spot around the southern Mt. Fuji. There is beautiful waterfalls called Odana Falls. Koyo, the autumn leaves in Sudogawa Valley is beautiful and popular. Many hikers visit here and enjoy beautiful nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numazu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Higashitagonoura (10 min.)
2. use Taxi to Sudogawa camping area
yes344http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tagonoura_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI065.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI065.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTagonoura BeachTagonoura Beach (田子の浦) is a beach located north of Suruga Bay, Shizuoka. It is popular view spot of Mt. Fuji and it appears in manyosyu, the oldest Japanese poetry.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numazu Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Higashitagonoura (10 min.)
2. Walk south (10 min.)
yes87http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_miyagase/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL132.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL132.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake MiyagaseLake Miyagase (宮ヶ瀬湖) is an artificial lake located northern Kanagawa. It is popular view point in Kanagawa, and many people visit here to enjoy its scenery, especially with beautiful autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom. Also, one of the parking area has many shops and restaurants.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Atsugi Station
1. use local bus to Miyagase
yes235http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_yudofu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT059.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT059.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook YudofuYudofu (湯豆腐) is Tofu with hot soup. It is popular food in winter. It is very healthy food, especially great for vegetarians because it use no meat. Yudofu is also one of the popular food in Kyoto. If you have tasty tofu in winter, check out Yudofu for one of the best way to enjoy Tofu.
yes359http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_omochi_dessert/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT060.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT060.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Omochi DessertOmochi is popular food for new year's day in Japan. It also commonly used for Japanese Sweets. Oshiruko, Abekawa Mochi and Isobeyaki are most popular Omochi Dessert. Oshiruko is Omochi Soup with sweet Azuki beans. Abekawa Mochi is also known as Kinako Mochi is Kinako flavored Mochi. Kinako is a powdered soy beans. Isobeyaki is sweet soy sauce flavored Omochi lapped with Nori.
yes344http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shokoso_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShokoso GardenShokoso Garden (尚古荘) is a traditional Japanese style garden built on the grounds of the ruins of Nishio Castle. The remains of a tower and inner moat of the castle can be seen as a part of the garden landscape. In this garden you can also find a tea ceremony room called Fugen-an, a guest hall and a small arbor from where you can appreciate the garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: Free
There is parking
Open: 9:00 to 19:00 (to 18:00 during Oct. to Mar.)
Closed on: Monday, Next day of Holiday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mikawa Anjo
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Kariya (6 min.)
2. use Meitetsu Mikawa Line to Chiryu (6 min.)
3. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Nishio (25 min.)
4. walk west (15 min.)
yes260http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nishio/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNishioNishio (西尾) is located south of Nagoya city. It was used to be a castle town, and today it remains many historical spots including Nishio Castle. Nishio offers the atmosphere of Kyoto when you walk around.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can get a map at the museum of Nishio Castle.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mikawa Anjo
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Kariya (6 min.)
2. use Meitetsu Mikawa Line to Chiryu (6 min.)
3. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Nishio (25 min.)
4. walk west (15 min.) or use local bus to Nishiojo
yes340http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokohama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL133.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL133.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYokohama ParkYokohama Park (横浜公園) is a park located in downtown Yokohama. There is Yokohama Stadium in this park. It is second oldest western style park built in Japan, and the oldest one opened for Japanese. It is also known as tulip park because it has huge tulip garden in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Yamate Line to Kannai (4 min.)
2. walk east (2 min.)
yes238http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nihonoodori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL134.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL134.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNihonoodoriNihonoodori (日本大通り) is an avenue located between Yokohama Stadium and Yokohama port. It was first western style avenue designed by Richard Brunton in 1870. It is popular for its Ginkgo avenue. In the end of November, you can enjoy beautiful Autumn leaves of Ginkgo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use Minato Mirai Line to Nihonoodori (6 min.)
yes158http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamashita_park_avenue/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL135.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL135.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYamashita Park AvenueYamashita Park Avenue (山下公園通り) is popular Ginkgo Ave. in Yokohama. It is located right next to Yamashita Park. In the end of November, all Ginkgo trees changes their colors into beautiful yellow.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Minato Mirai Line to Motomachi-Chukagai (10 min.)
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/omi_hachiman/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOmi-HachimanOmi-Hachiman (近江八幡) is Edo Style town located south of Lake Biwa. It is also known as the birth place of Omi merchants. There are many houses of Omi Merchants which remain since Edo period. Some of those are opened as museum and many of traditional houses still offer the site of Omi city in Edo Period. This Edo style scenery is oftenly used for Samurai Story Movies.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking near the museum, and you can get a map of Ome at the museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mibara Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Omihachiman (27 min.)
0. at Kyoto Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Omihachiman (34 min.)
yes544http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinmachi_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShinmachi StreetShinmachi Street (新町通り) is a historic district located in Omi-Hachiman. There are many traditional Edo Style housese remains since Edo period. Omi-Hachiman was developed by Omi-merchants and Shinmachi Street has the remaining houses of Omi-merchants which now opened for public. When you walk around this street, it offers you the atmosphere of Edo town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking near this street. Restroom is available at History museum.
<b>Access</b>
2. at Mibara Station
3. use JR Tokaido to Omihachiman (27 min.)
0. at Kyoto Station
1. use JR Tokaido to Omihachiman (34 min.)
use local bust to Shinmachi
yes458http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/himure_hachiman_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHimure Hachiman ShrineHimure Hachiman Shrine(日牟禮八幡宮) is one of the major spot in Omi-Hachiman. It was established in 131 C.E. by Takeuchi no Sukune. In 275, Emperor Ojin visited this shrine and with divine message which he saw two sacred rings, he named this shrine Himurenosya Hachimangu. This was the origin of the name of this shrine. In 1590, Toyotomi Hideyori moved this shrine from the top of Mt. Hachiman to current location because he planed to built a castle there. There is two kinds of Himatsuri with this shrine and they are major Matsuri around this area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maibara Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Omihachiman
2. use bus to Osugicho.
yes278http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hachimanyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHachimanyama CastleHachimanyama Castle (八幡山城) is a mountain castle located in Omi-Hachiman. It was built by Toyotomi Hidetsugu, the nephew of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, in 1585. Mt. Hachiman is 286m high and located right next to Lake Biwa. The view of the top has great view of Lake Biwa and all Omi area. There is a temple which dedicated to Hidetsugu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a rope-way.
Admission: 800 yen for round trip. Half the price for Kids.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maibara Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Omihachiman
2. use bus to Osugicho.
3. walk (5 min.)
yes315http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sawayama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSawayama CastleSawayama Castle (佐和山城) is a mountain castle located in Hikone. It was built in Kamakura Period. Sawayama Castle is well know as the castle of Ishida Mitsunari. In 1590, Ishida Mitsunari moved this castle. This Castle was recognized as one of two unsuitable things for Mitsunari. Today, it is one of the popular hiking courses and from the top of the mountain. it has a beautiful view of lake Biwa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maibara Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Hikone (5 min.)
2. walk north (30 min.)
yes103http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hikone_castle_night/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHikone Castle at nightHikone Castle (彦根城) has a light up. WIth the quiet neighbors and deep sky, Hikone Castle light up in the sky, and its shape reflects on the water of its moat.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up starts after sunset.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maibara Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Hikone (5 min.)
2. use local bus to Hkonejo
yes133http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_futomaki_sushi_roll/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT061.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT061.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Futomaki Sushi RollFutomaki Sushi Roll (太巻き) is is a large cylindrical piece, with nori on the outside. A typical futomaki is three or four centimeters (1.5 in) in diameter. They are often made with two or three fillings that are chosen for their complementary tastes and colors. During the Setsubun festival, it is traditional in Kansai to eat uncut futomaki in its cylindrical form, where it is particularly called ehou-maki ( 恵方巻, lit. happy direction rolls). Futomaki is often vegetarian, but may include non-vegetarian toppings such as tiny fish roe and chopped tuna.
yes338http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nishio_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNishio CastleNishio Castle (西尾城) is a flatland castle located in Aichi prefecture. It was built in1585 by Sakai Shigetada. It is very unique castle because the Tenshukaku was located in Ninomaru, the 2nd bailey. Today, there is 3 stories keeps, Otemon gate and garden are reconstructed. The baileys and moats are preserved in great condition. There is a museum in this castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
At the museum, you can get a map of Nishio.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Anjo Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Kariya (10 min.)
2. use Meitetsu Mikawa Line to Chiryu (6 min.)
3. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Nishio (24 min.)
4. walk west (15 min.)
yes174http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tojo_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTojo CastleTojo Castle (東條城) is a mountain castle located in Aichi Prefecture. It was built in early 13th century by Kira Yoshikage. In 1222, Ashikaga Yoshiuji became the Syugo Daimyo of Mikawa, and he gave his son Yoshitsugu the land of Tojo. Until the fall of Ashikaga clan in Sengoku period, Tojo became important for the government of Mikawa. Today, The gate and keep are reconstructed which give the look of classic mountain castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Anjo Station
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Gamagori (15 min.)
2. use Meitetsu Gamagori Line to Kamiyokosuka (30 min.)
yes164http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwasaki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIwasaki CastleIwasaki Castle (岩崎城) is a hilltop castle located in Aichi. It was built in 1528 by Oda Nobuhide, the father of Nobunaga. Later, it was taken by Mikawa Matsudaira. In 1538, Niwa Ujikiyo moved this castle and this castle was ruled by Niwa clan until 1600. Today, Tensyukaku was reconstructed and gardens, dry moat and stone walls are well preserved.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The local museum is free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station
1. use Nagoya Higashiyama Line to Fujigaoka(30 min.)
2. use Aichi Expressway Rimoni to Nagakutekosenjo (8 min.)
3. use bus to Iwasakijo
yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwamura_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIwamura CastleIwamura Castle (岩村城) is a mountain castle located in south-eastern Gifu. It is one of three major mountain castles and the top of the castle is 717m above sea level, making it the highest castle in Japan. It is also known as the castle of the woman lord. Oda Nobunaga stayed at this castle 80 days before he was killed in Honnoji. Today, the stone walls and baileys are preserved in excellent condition which allows you to easily imagine how strong the castle was and how it was designed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is two parking, lower and upper. When you park at the lower parking, you can enjoy the way to the top of the castle, or you can park at top of castle which is much easier to visit the top.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tajimi Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ena (25 min.)
2. use Akechiline to Iwamura (30 min.)
3. walk south east (30 min.)
yes359http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwamura_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIwamura TownIwamura (岩村) is a Edo Style town located south of Kiso River in Gifu. Iwamura was used to be a castle town. Today, it has still many remaining houses since Edo period which gives travelers the look of Edo style town. Those remaining houses are now opened as the museum. At the end of the town, there is a mountain castle called Iwamura castle. This castle is not only the major tourist attraction in Iwamura, it is also chosen as one of the three major mountain castles in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. At the tourist organization center, you can get a map of Iwamura.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tajimi Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ena (25 min.)
2. use Akechiline to Iwamura (30 min.)
yes562http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwamura_history_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIwamura History MuseumIwamura History Museum (岩村歴史資料館) displays historical treasures of Iwamura. Iwamura was the land 30,000 goku in Edo period, and Matsudaira Noritada, the lord of Iwamura in 1702 built 3rd samurai school in Iwamura. There are many text and samurai school materials displayed in this museum, including first English-Japanese dictionary and Gokuisho, the last sword secrets of Ito Ittosai who is the founder of all Itto Ryu style. Also, swords, armors, and government order and documents are displayed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 200 for senior. Under Junior is free. There is group discount.
Close on Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tajimi Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ena (25 min.)
2. use Akechiline to Iwamura (30 min.)
3. walk south east (30 min.)
yes272http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kimura_house_in_iwamura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKimura House in IwamuraKimura House (木村邸) is one of the remaining houses in Iwamura. The house was built in late 18th century, and registered as the important historical asset of Ena. It is popular powerful merchant house of Edo Period. Omoya, the main house, has the 3rd floors which is very unique in this period. Garden and storages are very beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for senior. Under Junior, free. There is group discount.
Set with Tosaya House.
Closed on Monday.
Open: from 9:30 to 16:30 (16:00 in winter)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tajimi Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ena (25 min.)
2. use Akechiline to Iwamura (30 min.)
3. walk south east (20 min.)
yes116http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsukawa_house_in_iwamura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKatsukawa House in IwamuraKatsukawa House (勝川家) is one of the remaining houses in Iwamura. It was built in late Edo Period. It has beautiful Dozo, the storage at backyard, and the 2nd house is very unique Shoin Style in Showa period. Omoya, the main house has great look of Edo style house.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: free
Closed on Tuesday
Open: from 9:30 to 16:30 (16:00 in winter)
yes109http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tosaya_house_in_iwamura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTosaya House in IwamuraTosaya House (土佐屋) is one of the remaining houses in Iwamura. It was built in 1780, and registered as the important historic asset of Ena. Tosaya was a coloring and printing studio for cotton and other products. It displays the life of the merchants in Edo Period and how was the process of coloring and printing. 2nd house and garden was built in early Showa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for senior. Under Junior, free. There is group discount.
Set with Kimura House.
Closed on Monday.
Open: from 9:30 to 16:30 (16:00 in winter)
yes134http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsumago_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsumago JukuTsumago Juku (妻籠宿) is the major tourist spot in Kiso and southern Nagano prefecture. It is the Edo Style town with over 65 Edo Style houses on one street. Tsumago Juku was used to be one of post town on Nakasendo Road. Therefore, many travelers between Edo and Osaka visited. Tsumago Juku is the first registered scenery of historic districts because many houses built in Edo Period were remained in great conditions. When you walk on the main street, you will only see the Edo style houses.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking. You can get a map at parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nagiso
2. use bus to Tsumagojuku
yes282http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_futtsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCape FuttsuCape Futtsu (富津岬) is one of the mouthes of Tokyo Bay (Other is cape Kannon) located on Tokyo Bay side of Boso peninsula. It is popular sightseeing spot in Futtsu because it has great view of Tokyo Bay and its sea side. When the air is clear, you can see beautiful Mt. Fuji as well. There are two observational towers, and also popular bird-watching spots.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Kisarazu (42 min.)
2. use local bus to (Futtsu Koen.)
yes339http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_tenjo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL053.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL053.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. TenjoMt. Tenjo (天上山) is one of the best view spots of Mt. Fuji. It is a 1,104m high mountain located right next to lake Kawaguchi. There is a ropeway to reach the top of the mountain, and from there, it has great panorama vision with Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi. It is also known as the place of the story of Kachikachiyama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Ropeway: round trip 700 yen for adult, 350 yen for kids.
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. walk north (10 min.)
yes225http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asagiri_highland/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI066.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI066.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAsagiri HighlandAsagiri Highland (朝霧高原) is one of the greatest Mt. Fuji view spot. It is located on the north west side of Mt. Fuji in Shizuoka Prefecture. The average altitude of the highland is about 800m from the sea level. There are many camping spots and golf courses. Also, because of the cool weather, there are many ranches which offers great milk products. Many people visit those ranches and take photo of caws with Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Each view spots of Mt. Fuji has a parking space on the street.
<b>Access</b>
You need a car to visit here. Most of the spots are on the route 139.
yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shin_edogawa_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL145.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL145.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShin-Edogawa ParkShin-Edogawa Park (新江戸川公園) is a Japanese style garden located in west of Shinjuku. It was used to be a house garden of Daimyo Hosokawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no admission.
No parking.
One restroom.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Iidabashi.
2. use Yurakucho Line to Edogawabashi.
3. walk west (15 min.)
yes244http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inshu_ikeda_house_gate/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL146.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL146.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfInshu-Ikeda House GateThe Gate of the Inshu-Ikeda House (旧因州池田屋敷表門) is one of remaining Edo Daimyo's gates. It is relocated inside of Ueno Museum. This gate is also known as the black gate, and it is the highest rank gate during Edo Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can see it from the street. If you want see it closer, enter Ueno Museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes86http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoshida_sake_store/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL147.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL147.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYoshida Sake StoreYoshida Sake Store (旧吉田屋酒店) is one of remaining Edo Style building located in Ueno area. Yoshida Store was a sake store since Edo period. The building offers the Sake store of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission free:
Closed at 16:30
yes131http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kagurazaka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL148.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL148.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKagurazakaKagurazaka (神楽坂) is located western Shinjuku. Current Kagurazakai is a modern Tokyo town, but it was used to be a town of Geisha in Meiji and Taisho era. There are many established restaurants and small streets which gives you the life of Geisha used to be.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The main area is around the Kagurazaka Street between Kurazakaue and Kagurazakashita.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuk Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Iidabashi
2. walk west (2 min.)
yes297http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oshiage/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL149.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL149.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOshiageOshiage (押上) is located east of Asakusa. The main feature of Oshiage is Tokyo Sky Tree. Tokyo Sky Tree will be 634m tall and the 2nd tallest building in the world and the tallest tower in the world. From Oshiage station, you can see it form the bottom to feel how high it is.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Sky Tree will finish its construction by December 2011.
The hight will be 634
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa
1. use Toei Asakura Line to Oshiage (5 min.)
yes183http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sensoji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL150.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL150.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSensoji TempleSensoji Temple (浅草寺) is a buddhist temple located in Asakusa. It is the main feature of Asakusa and one of the most popular tourist spot in Tokyo. Sensoji is also known as Asakusa-Kannon and about 30 million visitors visit every year. It was established in 628 and it's the oldest temple in Tokyo. Nakamise Street which is the shopping district located in front of Senseoji is one of the most famous tourist in Tokyo.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Don't walk while you are eating food. Finish eating, the walk.
Smoke only permitted spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. use Ginza Line to Asakusa (5 min.)
2. walk north-west (5 min.)
yes379http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokozuna_town_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL151.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL151.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYokozuna Town ParkYokozuna Town Park (横綱町公園) is a park with the memorial monument of the victims of Kanto Great Earthquake and WWII. There is also Japanese garden in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
THere is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Akihabara.
2. use JR Sobu Line to Ryogoku.
3. walk (5 min.)
yes102http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akasaka_historical/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL152.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL152.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAkasakaAkasaka (赤坂) is located almost the center of Tokyo and it is one of the established in Tokyo. Because there are many embassies in Akasaka, there are high class hotels and restaurants. Akasaka is named after the Akasaka gate which is one of the gate of Edo Castle. There are also some historical spots in Akasaka.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom at Shimizudani Park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchi Line to Akasakamitsuke.
yes243http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/boroichi_market/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL153.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL153.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBoroichi MarketBoroichi Market (ボロ市) is the biggest event in Setagaya. Over 700 small stores open which sale used clothes, furniture, supply, glossaries, foods, arts, crafts works and all kinds of items which you can imagine. It has even Shrine for your houses. Every year, over 200 thousand shoppers visit this events.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It happens in 15th and 16th of December and January.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Tokyu Denentoshi Line to Sangenchaya. (8 min.)
2. use Tokyu Setagaya Line to Setagaya.
yes315http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yasuda_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL154.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL154.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYasuda GardenYasuda Garden (旧安田庭園) is a Japanese style garden located in Ryogoku. It was used to be the house and garden of Daimyo Honjo during Edo period. It has a nice pond and beautiful garden. The pond used the water of sea which has high tide and low tide.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission free.
There is a restroom.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30
yes248http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_oden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT062.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT062.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook OdenOden is one of the common Nabe, the Japanese style stew, in winter. Oden takes several ingredients, mostly vegetables and fish cakes and fried pan cakes.
yes362http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura TownSakura (佐倉) is a castle town located 20 min. from Narita International Airport. There are many remaining Samurai houses since Edo Period. It's a town of Samurai. Sakura offers ruins of castle, real Samura houses, and many museum. Some sceneries in Sakura, have not changed since Edo Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
All spots are walking distance from the station. It will be nice half-day walking.
Use Keisei Line and Keisei-Sakura Station if you are coming from Tokyo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Sakura (14 min.)
yes554http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jigokudani_monkey_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL034.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL034.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJigokudani Monkey ParkJigokudani Monkey Park (地獄谷野猿公苑) is where you can see snow monkeys in Onsen. It is located Jigokudani Onsen in Nagano prefecture. It is the facility for preserving and studying wild Japanese Macaque, a.k.a. Snow Monkey.
Snow Mokeys enjoy Onsen through all seasons.
There are many Onsen which also available to see wild Snow Monkeys in Onsen, but Jigokudani is one of the most certain spot which you can always enjoy them in Onsen. They make Onsen looks so relaxing especially during the winter with heavy snow.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen.
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
Snow Mokeys in this park are wild animal. DONOT give them any foods.
Parking closed in Winter. Park at Uebayashi Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station
1. use Naganodentetsu Nagano Line to Yudanaka Station (46 min.)
2. use bus to Uebayashi Onsen.
3. walk (40 min.)
yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suwa_grand_shrine_honmiya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL035.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL035.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSuwa Grand Shrine HonmiyaSuwa Grand Shrine Kamisya Honmiya (諏訪大社 上社本宮) is the head of all Suwa Shrines. Suwa Grand Shrine consists of four Shrines which surround Lake Suwa. Kamisya Honmiya is one of them located in south side of Lake Suwa. It is one of the oldest Shrines in Japan which appears in "Kojiki," the Japanese myth. Current shrine was built in 1849. In old time, it was entitled "Myojin Taisya," the highest priority of all Shrines. It was highly respected by Samurai and Shogun as the god of warrior. The oldest building remains in this shrine is the gate which built by Tokugawa Ieyasu in 1608.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station
1. use JR Shinoi Line to Kamisuwa (43 min.)
2. use bus to Suwadaisya Kamisyahonmiya.
yes397http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suwa_grand_shrine_maemiya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL036.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL036.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSuwa Grand Shrine MaemiyaSuwa Grand Shrine Kamisya Maemiya (諏訪大社上社前宮) is one of four Shrines of Suwa. It is located south of Kamisya Honmiya. Maemiya literary means pre or farmer shrine. Suwa Shrine was originally located in this place. Therefore, it is the birth place of the faith in Suwa. There is a sacred pure water, called "Suiga," for ritual hand washing. The current shrine is made of used wood of Ise Jingu.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station
1. use JR Shinoi Line to Chino (59 min.)
2. use bus to Suwadaisya Kamisyamaemiya.( 15 min.)
yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suwa_grand_shrine_akimiya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL037.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL037.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSuwa Grand Shrine AkimiyaSuwa Grand Shrine Shimosya Akimiya (諏訪大社下社秋宮) is one of four Suwa Grand Shrine located north side of Lake Suwa. It is one of the most important shrines in Japan and many people worship Suwa Grand Shrine. The main shrine was built in 1781 by Tatekawa Tomimune, and Kaguraden was built in 1835 by Tatekawa Tomiaki, the 2nd. They are registered as the historical assets of Japan. Shimo Suwa is also popular for Onsen. Shimosya also has Onsen in the shrine. There is Onsen for ritual hand washing.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use JR Shinoi Line to Shimosuwa (38 min.)
2. walk (20 min.)
yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suwa_grand_shrine_harumiya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL038.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL038.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSuwa Grand Shrine HarumiyaSuwa Shrine Shimosya Harumiya (諏訪大社下社春宮) is one of four Suwa Grand Shrines located north side of Lake Suwa. The Torii gate and Stone name plate were made in 1656. Kaguraden was originally made in 1680, and kept fixing hundreds of years. The main shrine was built in 1780 by Shibamiya Nagazaemon. The bridge located at the south of the entrance was built in Muromachi Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use JR Shinoi Line to Shimosuwa (38 min.)
2. walk (20 min.)
yes256http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_samurai_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura Samurai StreetSakura Samurai Street (佐倉武家屋敷通り) is the biggest remaining Samurai residence in Kanto. There are 5 remaining Samurai Houses and 3 of them are opened public. All houses in this street have the earthworks and living fence for their defense. This view of Samurai street has not changed since Edo Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission for Samurai Houses: 210 yen, 100 for kids. There is a group discount for over 20 people.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Sakura (14 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes406http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hotta_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHotta HouseHotta House (旧堀田邸) was built in 1890 by the last Daimyo of Sakura, Hotta Masatomo. Hotta clan was the Daimyo of Sakura, and this house one of few remaining Daimyo Houses built in Meiji. The house and some of the buildings are registered as the important hisstorical asset of Japan, and the garden is chosen as the view of Chiba. The garden has all seasonable aspects.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 310 yen, 150 yen for kids. There is a group discount from 20 people.
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Sakura (14 min.)
2. walk north (20 min.)
yes242http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_juntendo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura JuntendoThe memorial museum of Sakura Juntendo (佐倉順天堂記念館) is the oldest remaining hospital in Japan. It was built in 1858 as the Dutch school and hospital. There are many books which written in the students, and real surgical tools of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 100 yen, 50 yen for kids. There is a group
discount from 20 people.
Open
There is parking.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Sakura (14 min.)
2. walk (20 min.)
yes347http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura CastleSakura Castle (佐倉城) is a hilltop castle located in Sakura, Chiba. Originally, it was built by Kashima Mikitane in Sengoku period. Later, Tokugawa Ieyasu ordered Doi Toshi Katsu to built strong castle to protect Edo from east. He built current scale of Sakura Castle in 1618. In Meiji period, this castle belonged to Japanese army and all of the buildings were abandoned. However, the moats, dry moats, baileys, and earthworks are preserved in great condition. In April, there are beautiful Cherry Blossom in this castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Sakura (14 min.)
2. walk (30 min.)
yes339http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawara_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKawara HouseKawara House (旧河原家住宅) is one of remaining Samurai houses located in Samurai street. It is the oldest houses which built in early 19th century. Kawara House was the house of Samurai with 300 koku which is the high-rank Samurai in Edo period. The house remains in a great condition and offers the life of High-rank Samurai at that time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission for Samurai Houses: 210 yen, 100 for kids. There is a group discount for over 20 people.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Sakura (14 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes414http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gokayama/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGokayamaGokayama (五箇山) is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Japan. It is located southern-west of Toyanoma Prefecture. Gokayama is famous for Gassho style Houses. Gassho Style House is a traditional Japanese house commonly built in the snow country area of Japan. In winter, Gokayama is one of the snow countries which gets the heavy snowfall. Gokayama has many remaining Gassho Style houses since Edo period, and some of them are over 400 years old. Those traditional houses are still in use for house. People still lives those hundreds years old house.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Entire area is chosen as three star spot by Micheline Green Guide Japon.
There are parking and restroom for each Gassho spots.
There are 2 major Gassho residence and a couple of individual Gassho style houses.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takaoka Station.
1. use Local Bus(station 2) to Ainokuraguchi (2 hr.), Kaminashi and Suganuma.
yes574http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanazawa_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKanazawa CastleKanazawa Castle (金沢城) is the main feature of Kanazawa. It was built in 1583 by Maeda Toshiie one of the Sengoku Heros. During Edo period, Kanazawa Castle was the residence of Maeda clan, the lord of Kaga Domain. The great keeps, walls and gates are reconstructed in 2001. Most of the stone walls remain in the original structures, and Ishikawa mon Gate is one of remaining building which built in 1788. There was a university on the castle for long time, but they are moved to other place in 1995 and entire area of the castle was restored as the castle and its garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The admission for Keeps: 300 Yen, 100 for kids.
Park opens from 7:00 to 18:00 (3/1 to 10/15), and 8:00 to 17:00 (10/16 to 2/28,29)
Keep open from 9:00 to 16:30 (last entry 16:00)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station
1. use local bus to Kenrokuenshita.
or walk 20 min.
yes686http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kenrokuen_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKenrokuen GardenKenrokuen Garden (兼六園) is the most famous spot in Kanazawa. It is Japanese style garden which built in 1676 by Maeda Tsunenori, the 5th lord of Kaga domain. It is a strolling-style landscape garden with the characteristics of a typical landscape garden of Edo Period. It was the garden for Daimyo and, in 1874, Kenrokuen Garden was opened to the public. The garden was designated as a National Site of Scenic Beauty in 1922. It is popular for its pine forest and pond. Because Kanazawa gets heavy snow in winter, Yuki-zuri, the snow-protection by hanging branches with bamboo, is popular beauty of this garden in winter.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The admission for Keeps: 300 Yen, 100 for kids. There is a group discount from 30 people.
Park opens from 7:00 to 18:00 (3/1 to 10/15), and 8:00 to 17:00 (10/16 to 2/28,29)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station
1. use local bus to Kenrokuenshita.
or walk 20 min.
yes514http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kotohira_shrine_setsubun_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL155.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL155.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKotohira Shrine Setsubun FestivalKotohira Shrine Setsubun Festival (金刀比羅神社節分祭) is one of the Setsubun event happens in Suidobashi Tokyo. The main attraction of this Setsubun event at this shrine is the Sumo wrestlers. Setsubun is also known as Matsuri of throwing soy beans for good luck at February 3. At Kotohira Shrine, Sumo wrestlers from Sadogatake Sumo Stable throw the good luck soy beans to the people. It offers great opportunity to meet Sumo wrestlers.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Events happens from 15:00. First Sumo Wresters attend the ritual reception at Kotohira Shrine. When they finish the reception (around 15:30), the appears at the special platform and start throwing soy beans to audience.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Chuo line to Suidobashi.
2. walk north (4 min.)
yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ainokura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAinokuraAinokura (相倉合掌造り集落) is one of Gassho Style House Residence in Gokayama. It is registered in UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are 20 remaining Gassho Style Houses in Ainokura. Most of them are 100 to 200 years old, and some of them are over 400 years old. There are several Hotels which you can stay at Gassho Style houses. Also, two of Gassho style houses are opened as the local museum.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking: 500 yen.
There is public bathroom at the parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takaoka Station.
1. use Local Bus(station 2) to Ainokura Guchi (2 hr.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes350http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suganuma_gassho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSuganuma Gassho Style HouseSuganuma (菅沼合掌造り集落) is one of Gassho Style House Residence in Gokayama. It is registered in UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has 9 remaining Gassho Houses. It has the light-up in February. There are two museums in Suganuma which display production tools of making gunpowders and local folkcraft.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking: 500 yen.
There is public bathroom at the parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takaoka Station.
1. use Local Bus(station 2) to Suganuma (2 hr.)
2. walk west (3 min.)
yes276http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/murakami_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMurakami HouseMurakami House (村上家) is one of Gassho Style House of Gokayama. It was built in Tensho era (1573 to 1591), and designated as a National Important Cultural Property. It is opened to the public as a folkcraft museum. About 1,000 folkcrafts and tools for making gunpowders are displayed here. When the group tour arrives, they have special demonstration of Traditional song and dance called "Kokiriko-bushi."
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen, 150 for kids.
Closed on Wednesday.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takaoka Station.
1. use Local Bus(station 2) to Kaminashi (2 hr.)
2. walk west (1 min.)
yes431http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagamachi_samurai_residence/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNagamachi Samurai ResidenceNagamachi Samurai Residence (長町武家屋敷跡) is the ruins of Samurai residence of Kaga Domain. Nagamachi was the district where middle to high class of Samurai had their houses. The map of Samurai Houses, roads and canals are exactly the same since Edo Period. The mud walls of this area are reconstructed to create the same sight as it used to be in Edo Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
There are several remaining Samurai houses, such as Nomura House, which are opened for the public.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station.
1. walk south (20 min.)
yes279http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanazawa_ashigaru_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKanazawa Ashigaru MuseumKanazawa Ashigaru Museum (金沢足軽資料館) includes two remaining Ashigaru Houses of Kaga Domain. They were built in Edo Period and used until 1990's. Ashigaru is the lowest class of Samurai which has 10 to 25 koku of rice. These remaining houses represent the life of Ashigaru in Edo Period. Although the Kaga Ashigaru were few in number, they lived in one-door buildings that included a garden. Ashigaru house like this took the form of something like what today is a housing complex. By visiting these Ashigaru houses, you can sense that the Ashigaru obeyed their roles and duties.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Admission: Free.
Open: 9:30 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station.
1. walk south (20 min.)
yes375http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takada_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakada HouseTakada House (旧加賀藩士高田家跡) is the ruins of Takada family who were the samurai of Kaga Domain. Takada was Samurai with 550 koku which is very high-class of Samurai in Edo period. There is restored gate from a tenement houses and remaining garden of Takada House.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: Free.
Open: 9:30 to 17:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station.
1. walk south (20 min.)
yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokayama_folkcraft_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGokayama Folkcraft MuseumGokayama Folkcraft Museum (五箇山民俗館) is a local folkcraft museum of Gokayama which is the UNESCO World Heritage SIte. It is used the oldest Gassho Style House in Suganuma, and displays 300 items are displayed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission:300 yen, 150 for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 16;00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takaoka Station.
1. use Local Bus(station 2) to Suganuma (2 hr.)
2. walk west (3 min.)
yes199http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tenjin_shopping_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL156.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL156.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTenjin Shopping StreetTenjin Shopping Street (天神通り商店街) is located in Chofu, Tokyo. It is a street of "Gegege no Kitaro," one of the most famous Ghost Manga in Japan. There are the cartoon statues of the main characters of the Manga on this street. Also, some of the gift shops sale their special souvenir dedicated to Kitaro.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are 5 statues with 6 characters.
The street leads to Tenjin Shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuchu Station.
1. use Keio Line to Chofu (6 min.)
2. Walk North (5 min.)
yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chofu_summarized/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL157.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL157.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfChofu SummarizedChofu (調布) is located in the middle of Tokyo, approximately 30 min. from Shinjuku. It is the city with very old temple and shrines. Many of them are over 1,000 years old. Also, it is the city of "Gegege no Kitaro," one of the most famous Ghost Manga in Japan. The famous food in Chofu is Jindaiji Soba. When you visit Jindaiji Temple, you will find many great Soba Restaurants.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Jindaiji Temple has restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuchu Station.
1. use Keio Line to Chofu (6 min.)
yes375http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jindaiji_soba/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL158.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL158.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJindaiji SobaJindaiji Soba (深大寺蕎麦参道) is a popular Soba in Tokyo. There are over 20 Soba restaurants around Jindaiji Temple. It's a great spot for all Soba Lovers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom, but no ATM, and Cash Only.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuchu Station.
1. use Keio Line to Chofu (6 min.)
2. use Bus to Jindaiji
yes248http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hikawa_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL036.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL036.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHikawa ShrineHikawa Shrine (氷川神社) is one of the oldest shrine in Japan. It was established in 473 B.C.E. The Saitama's former city, "Omiya," was named after this shrine. Hikawa Shrine is one of the major groups of Shrine in Kanto, especially around Arakawa River. Also, it is the major spot in Omiya area. As the primary shrine of Musashi, many people worship this shrine for praying wishes for their happy everyday life.
<b>Visitor's Info</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Many shrine closed its gates at night.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Tobu Noda Line to Kita-Omiya.
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes328http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/omiya_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL037.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL037.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOmiya ParkOmiya Park (大宮公園) is located north of Hikawa Shrine. It was used to be a part of Hikawa Shrine, but now it is park with zoo, many sports facilities, Japanese garden, plum forest and a pond. Many people around Omiya visit here for family activities and weekend recreations. Also, it is chosen as one of 100 best Sakura Spot in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking.
The Zoo is free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Tobu Noda Line to Kita-Omiya.
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes295http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/railway_garden_promenade/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL038.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL038.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRailway garden PromenadeRailway garden Promenade is locate north of Omiya Station. It is the street reach to the Railway Museum. There are many Japanese train related photo and some monuments of Train.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. It's about 2km long.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. exit west entrance and walk north.
yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bonsai_village/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL039.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL039.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBonsai VillageBonsai Village (盆栽町) is located in Omiya. It's a village of Bonsai. There are many Bonsai Gardens and the village itself takes the design and art of Bonsai. You can enjoy traditional Japanese beauty in this village.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
At the Bonsai Garden, keep these manners.
No Photo.
Don't touch anything.
No eating and drinking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Tobu Noda Line to Kita-Omiya (2 min.).
2. walk north (3 min.)
yes487http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toju_en_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL040.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL040.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfToju-en GardenToju-en Garden (藤樹園) is one of Bonsai Garden in Bonsai Village. It is also Bonsai School which you can learn how to Bonsai. There are hundreds of Bonsai arts displayed in this garden.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
Admission: free
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
At the Bonsai Garden, keep these manners.
No Photo.
Don't touch anything.
No eating and drinking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Tobu Noda Line to Kita-Omiya (2 min.).
2. walk north (3 min.)
yes595http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kairakuen_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKairakuen GardenKairakuen Garden (偕楽園) is one of three best Japanese Gardens ( 日本三名園). It is located Mito city, Ibaraki Prefecture. Kairakuen is also one of the most famous Ume, Japanese Plum, spots in Japan. From the end of February to middle of March, Ume flowers blooms and tells the arrival of Spring.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no admission fee expect Kobun House.
There is a parking, restroom and food stands.
During the Ume Festrival around the end of Feb. to the end of March, JR Joban Line stop at Kairakuen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use local bust to Kairakuen.
During Ume Festival, JR Joban Line (only the trains for Mito direction) stop at the entrance of Kairakuen.
yes553http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kodokan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKodokanKodokan (弘道館) is a remaining Samurai School located in Mito, Ibaraki Pref. It was found in 1841 by Tokugawa Nariaki, the lord of Mito Domain. Kodokan served as the Mito clan's school for the feudal domains. The last Shogun Yoshimune stayed here. Kodokan, today, is also popular Ume spot in Kanto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 190 yen for Adult, 100 yen for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (16:30 from 10/01 to 2/19)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. walk north (8 min.)
yes551http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kodonkan_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKodonkan ParkKodonkan Park is (弘道館公園) a park with full of Ume, Japanese Plum. In early spring, hundreds of Ume flowers bloom. Therefore, it is popular Ume spot in Mito area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom, but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. walk north (8 min.)
yes287http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/taura_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL136.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL136.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTaura BairinTaura Bairin (田浦梅林) is a park with Japaese plum forest located in Yokosuka. There are 2,700 plum trees and also 75,000 water lily. Around the end of February, both flowers bloom, and many people visit Taura Bairin to enjoy the arrival of Spring.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom, but no parking.
There is no parking anywhere near this park either. So, it's better to visit by train.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Taura.
2. walk south (20 min.)
yes385http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_chanko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT063.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT063.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Chanko-NabeChanko-Nabe is one of the common Nabe, the Japanese style stew. Chanko is an official food for Sumo Wrestlers. So, originally Chanko-Nabe is the Nabe made by and for Sumo Wrestlers. Because pork and beef are quadrupedal and they are always hands on the ground, which means to lose in Sumo, Chanko uses only Chicken. There is no definition of the ingredients, but Chanko-Nabe is always filled with many foods.
yes678http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hisayoshi_nohara_futon_maker/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHisayoshi Nohara: Futon makerMr. Hisayoshi Nohara (野原久義) is the master of Futon Making. He is the Grand Champion of Futon Making Competition, and certified "Master of Japanese Craftworks" by Health, Labour and Welfare Ministry of Japan. He trained Traditional Bedclothe Making from his father, and now he has over 38 years of experience. His Futon is considered as the best Futon in the world. It's all hand-made and he will produce the one Futon for each costumers.
yes910http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ogose_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL041.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL041.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOgose BairinOgose Bairin (越生梅林) is a Japanese Plume forest located in Ogose, Saitama. It is considered as one of the three major Ume, Japanese Plum, Spots in Great Kanto Region. There are about 1,000 Ume Trees in this garden, and they will bloom beautiful flowers from the end of February to middle of March. When Ume blooms, there is Ume Festival which you can enjoy great foods. Many people visit here and enjoy the arrival of Spring with beautiful flowers and its sweet smell.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen.
Opens: 8:30 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. use Tobu Tojo Line to Sakado.
2. use Tobu Ogose Line to Ogose(18 min.).
3. use local bust To Ogosebairiniriguchi (10 min.).
yes489http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akatsuka_pond_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL159.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL159.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAkatsuka Pond ParkAkatsuka Pond Park (赤塚溜池公園, akatsuka tameikekouen) is located Itabashi, Tokyo. It is a ruins of Akatsuka Castle. This pond park has beautiful Bairin, Japanese Plum Forest. About 200 Plum trees in this park, and they bloom in early March. There is a festival when Ume blooms.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station.
1. use Tobu Tojo Line to Narimasu.
2. walk north (15 min.)
yes294http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanegi_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL160.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL160.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanegi ParkHanegi Park (羽根木公園) has beautiful Bairin, Japanese Plum Forest. Its Bairin has about 700 plum trees which bloom in early March. Every year, the people in congress of Setagaya plant Plum Trees since 1967. Today, it is popular Plum spot in Setagaya.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
There is a Ume festival when plum flowers bloom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuchu Station.
1. use Keio Line to Meidaimae.
2. use Keio Inokashira Line to Higashimatsubara.
3. walk south (10 min.)
yes340http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_dashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT064.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT064.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook DashiDashi is the most important flavor for Japanese Food. Most of Japanese foods are based on Dashi, the base soup. Here is the lecture of how to make Dashi from Katsuobushi (Dry Bonito) and Konbu (Dry Kelp).
yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okayama_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOkayama SummarizedOkayama (岡山) is a capital of Okayama located in western Okayama Pref. It is a also known as the birth place of Momotaro. There are many Momotaro related spots. Also, Kibi-Dango which is the sweets carried by Momotaro are popular food in Okayama. Also, Okayama Castle and Korakuen are other main feature of Okayama. Especially, Korakuen is chosen as the three best beautiful Japanese Gardens.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Most of Momotaro Spots are around Kibitsu Line.
yes376http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okayama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOkayama CastleOkayama Castle (岡山城) was built in 1597 by Ukita Hideie, the lord of Bizen Domain. Its Tenshu-kaku and adjacent watch towers are designated National Treasures, as they fully show the sprits of the Azuchi-Momoyama Period with their beauty and grandeur. Okayama Castle is also known as "Ujo" (Crow Castle), stemming from the black exterior of the Tenshu-Kaku. This is due to the dark weather boars covering the castle's outer walls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 120 yen for kids. There is
group discount.
There is a parking.
Open: 9:00 to 17:30 (last entry 17:00)
Closed on New Year's days.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use on-street train to Shiroshita (5 min.)
2. walk east (5 min.)
yes326http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bitchu_matsuyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBitchu Matsuyama CastleBitchu Matsuyama Castle (備中松山城) is one of 12 existed remaining castle since Sengoku Period. It is a only remaining mountain castle located in Takahashi, Okayama Pref. Because it is located on the highest place in Japan, Matsuyama castle is chosen as one of three major mountain castles. Current Tenshu-kaku exist since 1,600.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 9:00 to 17:30 (Apr. to Sep.), 9:00 to 16:30 (Oct. to Mar.)
Closed: 12/28 to 1/4
Admission: 300 yen for adult. 150 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station
1. use JR Sanyo(Hakubi) Line to Bitchu Takahashi (54 min.)
2. walk north (1 hr.)
yes591http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurashiki_histrical_district/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKurashiki Historical DistrictKurashiki Historical District of Beautiful Scenery (倉敷美観地区, kurashiki bikanchiku) is a Edo Style town located western Okayama Prefecture. There are many traditional houses which remains since Edo Period. Kurasiki was governed by Tokugawa directly. The scenery around Kurashiki river still remains the original site since Edo period. Today, it is one of the most famous tourist spots in Okayama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can get a map at visitors center.
There are hundreds of gift shops, restaurants and food stands. Also, there many museum in Kurashiki.
Boat riding is 300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Kurashiki.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes477http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurashiki_river_boat_riding/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKurashiki River Boat RidingKurashiki River Boat Riding (倉敷川・川舟) is one of the main attraction in Kurashiki. It is 20 min boat trip which you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Kurashiki Historical District. The captain of the boat will also introduce all of the history and featured spot along the river.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen.
Takes 20 min.
Buy ticket at Kurashiki visitors center which located on the other side of pier.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Kurashiki.
2. walk south (15 min.)
yes250http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kibitsuhiko_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKibitsuhiko ShrineKibitsuhiko Shrine (吉備津彦神社) is the primary shrine of Bizen and one of oldest shrine in Japan. It enshrines Kibitsuhiko no Mikoto. Kibitsuhiko was the royal prince and the general of Sanyo-do region. He conquered Sanyo-do region and peacefully ruled those lands. He became the legendary hero and enshrined as the god. Kibitsuhiko Shrine was established at his house.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Kibitsuhiko no Mikoto is the motif of the famous fairy tale "Momotaro."
At the Reitaisai (Matsuri of the shrine) in October, there is "Yabusame" demonstration.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station
1. use JR Kibitsu Line to Bizen Ichinomiya (12 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)
yes371http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kibitsu_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKibitsu ShrineKibitsu Shrine (吉備津神社) is located in Okayama. It is one of major Shrine in Sanyo-do area. It enshrines Kibitsuhiko no Mikoto who is the general of Sanyo-do. He conquered and ruled this land of Kibi. He was highly respected as the founder of Kibi, and enshrined as the guardian of this area. The main shrine was built in 1425, and designated as the national treasure of Japan. The legend of Momotaro was born in this shrine.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Kibitsu Line to Kibitsu (20 min.)
2. walk south.
yes337http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kino_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKino CastleKino Castle (鬼ノ城, kinojo) is an ancient mountain castle located in Okayama. It is also known as the model of Onigashima of Momotaro. Kino Castle is located on the top of Mt. Kinojo which is about 400m high. The entire top of mountain was surrounded with a great walls which is about 2.8km long. It was probably built in 7th century and considered as the castle of Ura clan which defeated by Kibitsuhiko no Mikoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no public transportation. There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR kibitsu Line to Hattori.
2. walk norht 1 hr. 20 min.
yes431http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bitchu_takamatsu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBitchu Takamatsu CastleBitchu Takamatsu Castle (備中高松城) is where the Hideyoshi's "Mizuzeme" (the water siege) happened. It is a ruin of flatland castle located western Okayama prefecture. This castle was surrounded by a huge bog which made this castle as one of the strong castle in Sengoku period. The battle of Takamatsu castle is very famous not only because of its unique strategy, but also this battle coursed the death of Oda Nobunaga and the beginning of Hideyoshi's unifying Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Kibitsu Line to Bitchu Takamatsu. (18 min.)
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes257http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okayama_castle_night/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOkayama Castle at nightOkayama Castle (岡山城) has a beautiful light-up at night. It's starts at the sunset till mid night. From the other side of Asahikawa River, you can see beautiful reflection of the castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can't enter Honmaru at night.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use on-street train to Shiroshita (5 min.)
2. walk east (5 min.)
yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/siege_of_takamatsu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe siege of Takamatsu CastleThe siege of Takamatsu Castle (備中高松城の攻防) is one of the most unique battles in Sengoku period. It has happen in 1582 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Shimizu Muneharu. The battle is very famous for Hideyoshi's "Mizuzeme," the siege with water. In only 12 days, Hideyoshi built a mighty bank os some 4km in length in order to divert the rain swollen waters of the Ashimori River, thus flooding the environs of the castle and forcing Muneharu into isolation.
<b>Tourist Spots</b>
Hideyoshi's headquarter is located on mountain. There is a entrance to reach the spot near Kawazugabana Chikuteiato.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Castle.
1. use JR Kibitsu line to Bitchu Takamatsu (18 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes495http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukiya_furusato_village/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFukiya Furusato VillageFukiya Furusato Village (吹屋ふるさと村) is located middle north-west of Okayama Prefecture. Fukiya is Edo Style town with many traditional houses which remain since Edo period. It is also known as the town of "Bengara." Bengara is colcothar ink made from oxidized iron which commonly produced in this area during Edo period. It was chosen as top 8 of the best walking spots. The main street is designated as the national historical and cultural important preserved district.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a map you can get at the visitor's center. There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Hakubi Line to Bitchu Takahashi.
2. use bus to Fukiya Furusatomura.
Better to visit by a car.
yes565http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukiya_nakamachi_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFukiya Nakamachi StreetFukiya Nakamachi Street (吹屋中町通) is the best 8 walking spots in Japan. There are many traditional houses with Bengara arts in this street. The entire area is designated as the national historical and cultural preserved district because of those traditional Edo style houses.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Hakubi Line to Bitchu Takahashi.
2. use bus to Fukiya Furusatomura.
Better to visit by a car.
yes185http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hirokane_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHirokane HouseHirokane House (広兼邸) is one of remaining Edo Style houses in Fukiya. It was built in the end of Edo period. Hirokane Motoharu, the 2nd owner of Bengara factory, spend a tremendous amount of his family fortune to built giant house and his private Stone walls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Hakubi Line to Bitchu Takahashi.
2. use bus to Fukiya Furusatomura.
3. use a taxi.
Better to visit by a car.
yes253http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katayama_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKatayama HouseKatayama House (旧片山家住宅) is one of remaining Edo style houses in Fukiya. It is designated as the national important property. This house is over 200 years old. Katayama family was one of the Bengara Produce. They produced Bengara for over 200 years, and they built this house with the money they made. Today, it opens for public.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen (available for both Folk Museum)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Hakubi Line to Bitchu Takahashi.
2. use bus to Fukiya Furusatomura.
Better to visit by a car.
yes398http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukiya_folk_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFukiya Folk MuseumFukiya Folk Museum (吹屋郷土館) is one of remaining Edo style houses in Fukiya. It was built in 1874 by Shrine Carpenter, Shimada Tsunekichi. Therefore is no nail used in this house. It was 2nd house of Katayama Family. Because Katayama was one of the richest Bengara Producer, he used the finest materials and art at that time. It's open public today.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Hakubi Line to Bitchu Takahashi.
2. use bus to Fukiya Furusatomura.
Better to visit by a car.
yes330http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bengara_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBengara MuseumBengara Museum (ベンガラ館) is restored plantation of Bengara Factory. This factory was used until 1974 by Tamura family. Bengara production was started in 1707. This Bengara Museum shows the process of making Bengara from oxidized iron.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Hakubi Line to Bitchu Takahashi.
2. use bus to Fukiya Furusatomura.
3. use a taxi.
Better to visit by a car.
yes277http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sasaune_copper_mining/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSasaune Copper MiningSasaune Copper Mining (吉岡銅山笹畝坑道) was found in 807. Many Sengoku Daimyo, the feudal lords fought for the right and interest of this mining. In Edoperiod, it was directly owned by Tokugawa Government.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Hakubi Line to Bitchu Takahashi.
2. use bus to Fukiya Furusatomura.
3. use a taxi.
Better to visit by a car.
yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagahama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNagahama CastleNagahama Castle (長浜城) is located east side of Lake Biwa. It was built Toyotomi Hideyoshi in 1573. This castle was the first land for Hideyoshi given by Nobunaga. He spend three to four years to built this castle. Castle used lots of stone walls, and there is a port so that ships could enter this castle directly. There is a reconstructed castle which built in 1983.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission for Tenshukaku: 400 yen, 200 for kids. There is a group discount.
Opens: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maibara Station.
1. use JR Hokuriku Line to Nagahama (6 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)
yes261http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ogaki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOgaki CastleOgaki Castle (大垣城) is a flatland castle located in Ogaki, Gifu Pref. It was built in 1500 by Takegoshi clan. In 1596, Ito Morikage became the lord of this castle and built Tenshukaku. It was one of the scenes of the battle of Sekigahara. The current Tenshukaku was reconstructed in 1959, and it is one of major stop in Ogaki, today.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Admission for Tenshukaku: 100 yen.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Close on: Tuesday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station
1. Use JR Tokaido to Ogaki (11 min.)
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes266http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yotsuya_hattori_hanzo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL161.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL161.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYotsuya and Hattori HanzoYotsuya (四ッ谷) is located west side of Shinjuku. Koshu Road which goes from the imperial palace which was Edo Castle to Kofu runs middle Yotsuya. There are many Hattori Hanzo related spot around this road.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Hanzomon Gate is not opened for public.
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Yotsuya
yes343http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sainenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL162.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL162.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSainenji TempleSainenji Temple (西念寺) is Jodo Buddhism temple located in Yotsuya. It was originally established by Hattori Hanzo Masanari, known as the head of Iga Ninja, in 1590 for Okazaki Saburo Nobuyasu, the first son of Tokugawa Ieyasu. There are grave of Hattori Hanzo and Nobuyasu which built by Hanzo. Also, there is a spear of Hanzo in this temple.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
Never visit too early in the morning and after sunset. The spear is available to see only when there is no buddhist ceremony and the priest of the temple is not busy. Ask him first to see it.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. Use JR Chuo Line to Yotsuya.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes240http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kansenen_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL163.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL163.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKansenen GardenKansenen Garden (甘泉園) is a Japanese style Garden located in Waseda, Tokyo. It was used to be a garden of Daimyo Shimizu. Because the spring of this garden still existed in Edo period, It was called Kansenen. "Kansenen" literary means "Sweet Spring Garden." Today, the spring disappeared, but the garden is opened for public.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open from 9:00 to 17:00
There is a restroom, but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use JR Yamanote line to Takadanobaba
2. walk east (20 min.)
yes304http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_ochazuke/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT065.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT065.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook OchazukeOchazuke (お茶漬け) is a green-tea-poured rice bowl with ingredients. It is very popular food for a bottle-ache or the last food commonly eaten at Izakaya. There are many kinds of Ochazuke. Sake-Chazuke made from salmon, Ume-Chazuke made from Japanese plum, and Tarako-Chazuke made from cod roe are most popular Ochazuke.
yes526http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ueno_summary/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL164.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL164.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUeno SummarizedUeno (上野) is one of the most popular tourist spot in Tokyo. It is located north side of Tokyo Station. Ameyoko which is located right next to the Ueno Station is a very interesting shopping district. Ueno park has lots of great museums, zoo and other attractions. Also, it is the most famous Hanami spot in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Main spots in Ueno.
Ameyoko, Ueno Park, Ueno Zoo, Tokyo Art Museum, Tokyo
National Museum and Tokyo Science Museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. walk west (1 min.)
yes226http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ningyou_cho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL165.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL165.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNingyou-ChoNingyou-Cho (人形町) is Tokyo Gourmet Spots, especially traditional Japanese sweets, located east side of Tokyo Station. There are many traditional sweet shops in this town, especially Ningyoyaki. Ningyoyaki is a doll-shaped pancake. Also, there are many established shops, too. Amazake Street is a popular spot in Ningyocho.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can get a map of Ningyocho at everywhere in this area.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. walk to Otemachi Station.
2. use Tozai Line to Kayabacho (3 min.)
3. use Hibiya Line to Ningyocho (3 min.)
yes256http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shobu_shichifukujin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL166.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL166.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShobu ShichifukujinShobu Shichifukujin (菖蒲七福神) are big stone statues of Seven lucky Gods. located Horikiri. They are located in Horikiri, Katsushika, Tokyo. The statues are about 3m high. Because all gods are here, it is very convenient to visit all of them. It is another main feature of Horikiri besides Horikiri Iris Garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
They are located in Tenso Shrine, but you can see them from the street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Nippori (5 min.)
2. use Keisei Line to Horikiri Shobuen (10 min.)
yes181http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_rikugien/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at RikugienShidare-Zakura, the weeping cherry, at Rikugien is one of the most famous Sakura Trees in Tokyo. In early April, it blooms beautiful flowers. Many people enjoy at Rikugien for the arrival of Spring. At night, it has a beautiful light-up Sakura, Yozakura when it blooms.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Addmission: 300 yen for adults, 150 yen for kids.
Opens: 9:00 to 17:00, but for the light-up season, they open until 21:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station
1. use JR Yamanote line to Komagome (6 min.)
2. walk south (3 min.)
yes278http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_mitsuzawa_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Mitsuzawa ParkMItsuzawa Park (三ツ沢公園) is one of the popular Hanami spots in Yokohama. There are about 1,400 Sakura in this park. When Sakura bloom in early April, many people have Hanami party at this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use Blue Line to Mitsuzawa Kamicho (5 min.)
2. walk south (15 min.)
yes318http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_tarako_pasta/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT066.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT066.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Tarako SpaghettiTarako Spaghetti or most Japanese call it Tarako-Spa is one of typical Japanese Spaghetti. Tarako is Cod roe. It uses Dashi for base soup. So, its taste is so Japanese.
yes276http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_araiyakushi_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Araiyakushi ParkAraiyakushi Park (新井薬師公園) has 24 Sakura (Someiyoshino). It has great light-up Sakura at Arai Yakushi Temple. There is a Sakura festival when Sakura bloom in early April. Many people around this area have their Hanami party here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but here is a restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use Seibu Shinjuku Line to Araiyakushimae
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes148http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_nakano_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Nakano StreetNakano Street (中野通り) is a great Sakura Avenue which bloom in early April. Within the 2km long of this stree, there are about 300 Sakura. At night, there is a light-up for Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Yo-Zakura happens from the end of March to early April. No Hanami party allowed.
yes162http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinyokohama_ekimae_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShinyokohama Ekimae ParkShinyokohama Ekimae Park (新横浜駅前公園) is a riverside park with many beautiful Sakura. It is located on the riverside of Toriyama River. The park is about 1.5km long, and filled with many kinds of Sakura. There are many Yokohama Red Sakura, which is the special kind of Sakura and bloom beautiful red flowers, in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
You can have Hanami party.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Shinyokohama (10 min.)
2. walk north west (5 min.)
yes348http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/peaceful_forest_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL167.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL167.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe park of Peaceful forestThe park of Peaceful forest (平和の森公園, heiwanomorikouen) is one of nice park in Nakano. It has huge play ground with exercise-facilities and base ball field. It is a great place fore weekend family activities.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There is a restroom.
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. Shinjuku Station.
1. use Seibu Shinjuku Line to Numabukuro.
2. walk south (4 min.)
yes164http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_toyama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Toyama ParkToyama Park (戸山公園) is a large park located right next to Waseda University. It was used to be the Daimyo House of Owari Tokugawa. Today, it is a nice park with many spots facilities and play ground for kids. Also, there are many Sakura in this park. In early April, many people have Hanami party at this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but there is restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuk Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Takadano Baba (4 min.)
2. walk east (20 min.)
yes378http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koishikawa_korakuen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoishikawa KorakuenKoishikawa Korakuen (小石川後楽園) is a Japanese Garden located in Tokyo. It is one of popular Sakura Spots. There are 7 beautiful Shidare-Zakura (Weeping Cherry Blossoms) which represent the great harmony and peace with Japanese gardens. Also, there are many other Sakura which tell the arrival of the Spring. Beautiful Sakura and Japanese garden are always match up perfectly.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 300 yen.
Open: 9:00 to 18:00 (during Sakura Season)
No Hanami Party.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Suidobashi
2. walk north west (10 min.)
yes328http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sotobori_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSotobori ParkSotobori Park (外濠公園) is a park which located beside of the ruins of the outer moat of Edo Castle. It goes about 2km along the moat. There are many Sakura in this park. Therefore, Sotobori Park is a popular Hanami spot in Tokyo, especially for young students because Hosei University.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
When you have Hanami Party, don't located at in front of Tokyo Teishin Hospital. Take your garbage with you after the party.
There are restrooms, but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ichigaya (5 min.)
2. walk (1 min.)
yes318http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_at_omiya_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Omiya parkOmiya Park (大宮公園) is one of 100 best Sakura Spots. It is located in Omiya, Saitama. There are about 1,200 Sakura in Omiya Park, and they bloom in early April. Many people around this area visit here and enjoy their Hanami Party. It has also the light-up Sakura at night. During the Sakura season, there are many food stands for Hanami Party.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up and food stands appears when Sakura Bloom (from the end of March to the beginning of April).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Tobu Noda Line to Omiyakoen (5 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes380http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/moto_ara_river_bank/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Bank of Moto Ara RiverThe Bank of Moto Ara River (元荒川堤, motoarakawatsutsumi) is one of Hanami spots in Saitama. There are about 350 Sakura along the riverside of Ara River. The Sakura goes about 2km long. There are the light-up at night for Yozakura. Many people around this area have their Hanami party from the end of March to the beginning of April.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
When Sakura bloom, there is Sakura Festival which will have many food stands for Hanami party.
No parking. During the Hanami season, there are temporary restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station
1. use Tobu Noda LIne to Kasukabe (21 min.)
2. use Tobu Isezaki Line to Kitakoshigaya (15 min.)
yes237http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_at_shimizu_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Shimizu ParkShimizu Park (清水公園) is one of 100 best Sakura spots. It is located in Noda, Chiba prefecture. There are about 2,000 Sakura in This park. From the end of March to the beginning of April, all Sakura bloom and people around this place have Hanami party at this park. During the Sakura Season, there is Sakura Festival and beautiful light-up Sakura at Night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Funabashi (14 min.)
2. use Tobu Noda Line to Shimizu Park (1 hr.)
yes333http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/honmoku_summit_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHonmoku Summit ParkHonmoku Summit Park (本牧山頂公園, honmokusanchokoen) is Sakura spot located in Yokohama. The original Yokohama Red Sakura (横浜緋桜) is planted in this park. Yokohama Red Sakura bloom beautiful pink flowers. At one of the hills in this park, there are many those Sakura, and people have their Hanami party under Sakura. Yokohama Red Sakura bloom the end of March. They bloom little earlier than Somei-Yoshino which is commonly seen everywhere in Japan. There are several hills with Sakura for Hanami party in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Negishi Line to Yamate (6 min.)
2. walk south-east (30 min.)
yes313http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_at_negishi_shinrin_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Negishi Shinrin ParkNegishi Forest Park (根岸深林公園, negishi shinrinkoen) is Sakura spot in Yokohama. There are 340 Sakura in this park, and many people enjoy their Hanami party in early April. It is also popular for its Plum Flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama
1. use JR Negishi Line to Negishi Station.
2. walk north (15 min.)
yes345http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_at_sankeien_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA034.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA034.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Sankeien GardenSankeien Garden (三溪園) is one of the best Japanese Garden in Kanto. There are about 300 Sakura in Sankeien. Sankeien offers a great view of Harmony created from traditional Japanese buildings, a great landscape of Japanese style garden and awesome Sakura Flowers. Many people visit Sankeien to enjoy Sakura and the arrival of Spring. At night, Sakrua will be lighten up for Yo-Zakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen for adults, 200 yen for kids and 300 yen for seniors.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
No Hanami party, but you can bring your food and drink.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use City bus to Sankeien (35 min.)
yes280http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/wadahori_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA035.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA035.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWadahori ParkWadahori Park (和田堀公園) is a large scale park located in Suginami, Tokyo. It is also popular Hanami spot around this area. In early April, Sakura bloom and many people visit here to enjoy Hanami Party.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kichijoji Station.
1. use Keio Inokashira Line to Nishieifukucho.
2. walk north (15 min.)
yes323http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zenpukuji_river_green_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA036.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA036.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfZenpukuji River Green ParkZenpukuji River Green Park (善福寺川緑地, zenpukujigawaryokuchi) is one of popular Hanami Spots in Tokyo. Between Kamidoori Bridge and Ozaki Bridge which is about 1.5km long, there are about 400 Sakura in this place, and many people enjoy their Hanami Party.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is several food stands open during the Sakura season.
No parking.
There are restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kichijoji Station.
1. use Kanto bus to Zenpukujigawaryokuchi.
yes389http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arkhills_sakura_slope/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA037.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA037.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfArkhills Sakura SlopeArkhills Sakura Slope (アークヒルズ桜坂) is located in Roppongi. It has great Sakura Avenue which has about 150 Sakura. At night, there is beautiful light-up Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No Hanami party, no parking and no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station.
1. use Nanboku Line to Tameike Sanno (10 min.)
2. walk south (1 min.)
yes300http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arkhills_spain_slope/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA038.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA038.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfArkhills Spain SlopeArkhills Spain Slope (アークヒルズスペイン坂) is a street leading to Spanish Embassy. It is also famous for its Sakura Avenue. In early April, there are beautiful Sakura Flowers which make the tunnel of Sakura. Also, at night, it offers nice light-up Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No Hanami party, no parking and no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station.
1. use Nanboku Line to Roppongi icchome (10 min.)
2. walk south (1 min.)
yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamato_thousand_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA039.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA039.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYamato Thousand Sakura Yamato Thousand Sakura (大和千本桜, yamatosenbonzakura) is a Sakura Avenue along the riverside of Hikiji River. There are about 700 Sakura which bloom in early April. Many people visit here and enjoy the arrival of Spring.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fujisawa Station
1. use Odakyu Enoshima Line to Koza-Shibuya
2. walk west (15 min.)
yes410http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/furukawa_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL168.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL168.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFurukawa Garden Furukawa Garden (旧古河庭園) is a combination garden of Western style and Japanese style. Japanese garden was designed by Ogawa Harube. British House and garden was designed by Josiah Conder. This garden has a great harmony of Western art and Japanese art. It is also very famous for its rose garden. In the middle of May, it bloom beautiful flowers. Sakura and Koyo are also very beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 150 yen, kids free, 70 yen for seniors. There is a group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
It open for free in May 4 and October 1.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Oji Station.
1. use JR Keihin Tohoku Line to Kaminakazato
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes384http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_okayama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA040.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA040.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Okayama Castle Ujo parkUjo park in Okayama Castle(岡山城) is one of popular Sakura spots in Okayama. There are about 200 Sakura in this park. In early April, Sakura bloom and you can enjoy Sakura and Castle. Japanese Castle looks beautiful especially with Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can have hanami party.
<b>Access</b>
0. At Okayama Station.
1. Use local Bus to Kenchomae
2. Walk (5 min.)
yes216http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asahi_river_sakura_road/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA041.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA041.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAsahi River Sakura RoadAsahi River Sakura Road (旭川さくらの道) is one of the popular Hanami Spots in Okayama. It is located on the riverside of Asahi River. Around the Okayama Castle, there are about 300 Sakura. In early April, Sakura bloom and many people have their Hanami Party here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is Sakura Festival, and light-up Sakura.
During the Sakura season, many food stands open.
<b>Access</b>
0. At Okayama Station.
1. Use local bus to Korakuen.
2. Walk (5 min.)
yes253http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_kuzukiri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT067.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT067.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook KuzukiriKuzukiri is one of popular Japanese Sweets in summer.
It made from Kuzu Powder (a starch powder made from Kuzu).
and Sugar. Because it served with ice water, people love to eat this in summer.
yes218http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasumi_ga_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKasumi ga CastleKasumi ga Castle (霞ヶ城), aka Nihonmatsu Castle (二本松 城) is the ruins of hilltop castle located in Nihonmatu, Fukushima prefecture. It is one of the spots of Boshin War and the battle of Aizu. Today, it is popular Sakura spots in Fukushima prefecture. It is chosen as both 100 best castles and 100 best Sakura spots. In the end of April, over 4,500 Sakura bloom and tell the arrival of Spring.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Cation: Tenshu, the top of mountain, are not allowed to
enter now. Because of the earthquake happened in March 11, 2011. Stones are not steady and they are very dangerous.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koriyama Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Nihonmatsu (22 min.)
2. use local bus to Kasumigajo
yes519http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aizu_wakamatsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAizu-WakamatsuAizu-Wakamatsu (会津若松) is one of the most famous tourist area in Tohoku Region. It is located western Fukushima Prefecture. There are many Samurai related spots and attractions, such as a castle, samurai residence, samurai school and lots of museum of Aizu samurai, Shinsengumi and Byakko-tai. Because Aizu was one of the battle field of Boshin War at the Meiji Restoration, there are many historical ruins. Because of that, Aizu has several Shinsengumi spots, such as the grave of Saito Hajime, the 3rd unit commander of Shinsengumi. He fought with Aizu samurai against the new government in 1868.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It covers large area. Better to have a car to travel all
the interesting spots in Aizu.
yes345http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsuruga_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsuruga CastleTsuruga Castle(鶴ヶ城), aka Wakamatsu Castle (若松城), is the main feature of Aizu-Wakamatsu. It is one of the 100 best Japanese castle and also known as Sakura spots. It was the one of the main place of the battle of Aizu in Boshin War. Therefore, historically it is very important castle. Many fans of Meiji Restoration and Shinsengumi, visit this castle. Recently, Kawara, the roof, were replaced in original red color, therefore, outlooks are almost the same as used to be during the end of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. Park opens 24 ours and there is a light-up for the castle at night.
Admission for Tenshukaku: 500 yen for adult. 150 yen for kids.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use local bus to Tsurugajo
yes501http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nisshinkan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNisshinkanNisshinkan (日新館) is Samurai School of Aizu Domain built in late Edo period. It was established in 1803 by Matsudaira Katanobu. This Nisshinkan is reconstructed and displays the all the classroom and lectures which samurai of Aizu studied for their combat skills and literatures. Members of Byakko-tai also studied at Nisshinkan. It is one of major tourist spot in Aizu-Wakamatsu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 600 yen for adult, 500 yen for high and jr. high students. 450 yen for kids.
There is group discount and handicap person.
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
Note: the touring course is different between summer time and winter time. Video shows winter touring.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizu-Wakamatsu Station.
1. use JR Ban-etsu west line to Hirota.
2. walk north (30 min.) or take taxi.
yes363http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aizu_bukeyashiki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAizu BukeyashikiAizu Bukeyashiki (会津武家屋敷) is Samurai Houses located in Aizu-Wakamatsu. Bukeyashiki is one of the main tourist attraction in Aizu. It has the house of Karo, the principal Retainer, of Aizu domain. The complete house of Karo exist very few in Japan. It offers the life style of the high class Samurai during the Edo period. There is also remaining Jinya, the government Office of Tokugawa, and the traditional tea house. It offers also, experiencing traditional hand craft-works, museum, restaurant and gift shops.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Admission: 850 yen for adult, 550 for high and jr. high, 450 yen for kids. There is a group discount from 25.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00 (Apr. to Nov.) 9:00 to 16:30 (Dec. to Mar.)
Note: the touring course is different between summer time and winter time. Video shows winter touring.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station
1. use local bus to Aizubukeyashiki (15 min.)
yes449http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/byakko_tai_graves/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe graves of Byakko-taiThe graves of Byakko-tai (白虎隊の墓) is one of the most visited spots in Aizu-Wakamatsu. It is located in the middle of Mt. Iinuma. Byakko-tai is Samurai unit consisted of 16 to 17 years old in Boshin War in 1868. The story of Byakko-Tai is one of the biggest tragedy happened in that War. Today, there are about 2 million visitors in this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
There is a payed escalator.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizu-Wakamatsu Castle
1. use local bus to Iinumayamashita
2. walk (5 min.)
yes175http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_wakamatsu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA042.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA042.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Wakamatsu CastleTsuruga Castle(鶴ヶ城), aka Wakamatsu Castle (若松城), is one of the best Sakura spots in Aizu-Wakamatsu. It is chosen as one of 100 best Sakura spots. There are about 1,000 Sakura in this castle, and people in Aizu enjoy the arrival of Spring in the end of April. At night there is a light-up for Sakura and the castle at the same time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. You can have Hanami party, but no food stands.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use local bus to Tsurugajo
yes392http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/higashiyama_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHigashiyama OnsenHigashiyama Onsen (東山温泉) is Onsen with many waterfalls located in Aizu-Wakamatsu. There is Onsen spring which Hijikata Toshizo, the vice commander of Shinsengumi, uses for his medical treatment during Boshin War. There are many Onsen Hotels, and there is public foot Onsen. It is also famous for its local Sake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. There is a shooting range, the popular Onsen entertainment.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use local bus to Higashiyama Onsen.
yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyakuen_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOyakuen GardenOyakuen Garden (御薬園) is Japanese Style Garden in Aizu-Wakamatsu. Originally, it was founded by Ashina Morihisa in Muromachi period. He found the sacred spring here and built a garden. When Matsudaira clan moved to Aizu, they rebuilt a garden. Current design of Oyakuen was built in 1696. Today, it is popular flower spots in Aizu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 310 yen for adult, 260 yen for high school, 150 for under high school. There is a group discount from 30 people.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use local bus to Oyakuenmae.
yes261http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yonezawa_chitose_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA043.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA043.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYonezawa Chitose SakuraYonezawa Chitose Sakura (米沢の千歳桜) is over 700 years old Benihigan Zakura located western Aizu-Wakamatsu. It is 14m tall and about 20m wide. It bloom in the middle of April, and many people visit here to enjoy this beautiful old Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but there is parking space. No restroom, no hanami party.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use Tadami Line to Negishi.
2. walk south west (30 min.)
yes168http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gamoh_ujisato_grave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe grave of Gamoh UjisatoThe grave of Gamoh Ujisato (蒲生氏郷の墓)is located in Kotokuji Temple in Aizu-Wakamatsu. Gamoh was one of Christian Daimyo during Sengoku Period. He is one of the founders of Aizu-Wakamatsu. He name this area Wakamatsu after his homeland. Tsuruga Castle was also built by him, and he named Tsuruga after his name of boyhood.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
at the back side of the temple, there is a gate for his grave.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use local bus to Jinmeidoori minami
2. walk west (5 min.)
yes96http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/night_hanami_tsuruga_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA044.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA044.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNight Hanami at Tsuruga CastleTsuruga Castle (鶴ヶ城) has a beautiful light-up Sakura. Withe the light-up castle and deep dark, Sakura become so mysterious and strong. Also, Sakura beautifully reflect on the moat. That is also another feature of light-up Sakura at Castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up finish when light-up of the castle finish. It is seasonable and happens only the season of Sakura.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use local bus to Tsuruga Castle.
2. walk (2 min.)
yes216http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amefuri_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAmefuri FallsAmefuri Falls (雨降りの滝) is one of four great waterfalls of Higashiyama Onsen. It is 10m tall, 16m wide, and there are 36 steps in this falls. Amefuri literary means raining. Because those many small steps look like raining, people name it raining falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use local bus to Higashiyama Onsen.
2. walk south (20min.)
yes126http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fushimi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFushimi FallsFushimi Falls (伏見ヶ滝, fushimigataki) is one of four great waterfalls of Higashiyama Onsen. It is consisted with two waterfalls. Upper falls is called Odaki, and lower falls is called Medaki. Odaki is 5m tall, and Medaki is 6m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but not far from town parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use local bus to Higashiyama Onsen.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes175http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/wakamatsu_castle_night/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWakamatsu Castle at nightWakamatsu Castle (若松城) has a beautiful light-up. The park of the castle opens all the time and after the sunset, you can enjoy the castle at night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up finish at 20:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use local bus to Tsuruga Castle.
2. walk (2 min.)
yes92http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ichijodani/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIchijodaniIchijodani (一乗谷) is a historic site of castle town during the Sengoku period. It is located in Fukui pref. Ichijodani was the capital of the land of Echizen built and ruled by Asakura clan. Because Ichijodani had never been used for a city after the destruction in 1573, this ruins of a mega city had been preserved for over 400 years. There are restored Samurai residence, beautiful traditional gardens and ruins of the house of feudal lord of Echizen. This historic site of Ichijodani presents the real life of Sengoku period since most others remained today are strongly influenced by Edo government.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission to the restored residence: 210 yen. There are group discount from 20.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Closed on: New Years Days.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukui Station
1. use Local bus to Ichijodani Bukeyashiki mae (30 min.)
yes852http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/restored_town_ichijodani/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Restored Town of IchijodaniThe Restored Town of Ichijodani (一乗谷復原町並) is the restored Samurai residence located in Fukui pref. Because Ichijodani had never been used for a city after the destruction in 1573, this ruins of a mega city had been preserved for over 400 years. Ichijodani have been restored its Samurai residence on the same location based on the scientific and historical researches. Therefore, it presents the real atmosphere and life of Sengoku Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission to the restored residence: 210 yen. There are group discount from 20.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Closed on: New Years Days.
They have experience wearing Kimono and Yoroi.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukui Station
1. use Local bus to Ichijodani Bukeyashiki mae (30 min.)
yes508http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ichijodani_asakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe ruins of Ichijodani Asakura ClanThe ruins of Ichijodani Asakura Clan (一乗谷朝倉氏遺跡) is the ruins of the castle town of Asakura Clan and the former capital of Echizen located in Fukui. This historical site is designated as national historic site and special national landscape.
Also, the relics found in this place are registered as the important national properties. Ichijodani is the only site which designated three important categories at once. There are four beautiful uncovered gardens which are still beautiful sceneries today. The ruins of Asakura Yoshikage's house is also another great site in Ichijodani.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukui Station
1. use Local bus to Ichijodani Bukeyashiki mae (30 min.)
yes340http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryusoga_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRyusoga FallsRyusoga Falls (龍双ヶ滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Fukui Pref. It is about 60m tall. It is especially beautiful during the autumn with the red leaves. In summer, the falls is nicely covered with new green leaves, as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and observatory. Observatory is not good condition. So, be careful. The road closed in winter.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit this falls. It is located on the end of Kendo 34.
yes369http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/echizen_ono/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEchizen OnoEchizen Ono (越前大野) is Kyoto Style castle town located eastern Fukui Pref. There are many historical sites and Edo style buildings in Ono. The town is know as "Little Kyoto," and it has over 400 years of historyOno is also famous for its pure water. There are many springs including Oshozu, one of the 100 best water in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is visitor's center near castle and samurai house.
There is a parking which is very convenient to access to all the spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Fukui Station.
1. use JR Etsumihoku Line to Ono (55 min.)
yes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/echizen_ono_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEchizen Ono CastleEchizen Ono Castle (越前大野城) is a hilltop castle located in Ono. It was built by Kanamori Nagachika in 1576. The layout of the castles, stone walls, moat and dirt hills are preserved in the great condition. There is a reconstructed Tenshu-kaku which has great view of Ono field.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission for Tenshu-kaku: 200 yen, free for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Fukui Station.
1. use JR Etsumihoku Line to Ono (55 min.)
2 walk west (15 min.)
yes257http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shichiken_morning_market/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShichiken Morning MarketShichiken Morning Market (七間朝市) is the local morning market which sales fresh local products of Ono every morning. It happen from 7a.m. to around 11 a.m. There are many fresh foods, vegetable, sea products, snacks and other local folk crafts.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The market happens on Shichiken Street. During the market, the road becomes pedestrian free.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Fukui Station.
1. use JR Etsumihoku Line to Ono (55 min.)
2 walk west (5 min.)
yes251http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oshozu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOshozuOshozu (御清水) is one of 100 best water in Japan. It is the main feature of Ono, Fukui Pref. Ono is famous for its pure underground water. There are many springs in this town. Oshozu is the most popular spring in Ono. It has soft taste of water. Many people come here and bring its tasty water for their daily use.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
You can drink this water.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Fukui Station.
1. use JR Etsumihoku Line to Ono (55 min.)
2 walk west (15 min.)
yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukui_teramachi_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTeramachi StreetTeramachi Street (寺町通り) is a temple street in Ono. There are about 20 temples on this street which give tourist the view of Kyoto. The city of Ono was built by Kanamori Nagachika in 1575. He built this city based on the layout of Kyoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Those temples are not tourist attraction. When you visit inside the temple, please keep your voice down and stay in good manners.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Fukui Station.
1. use JR Etsumihoku Line to Ono (55 min.)
2 walk west (15 min.)
yes242http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukui_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFukui CastleFukui Castle (福井城) is the ruins of flatland castle located in Fukui. It was built by Yuki Hideyasu, the 2nd son of Tokugawa Ieyasu. There is the main bailey and its moat and stone walls are still remains in great condition. Hideyasu gathered many great designers and architects to built a great castle for Matsudaira clan. It was used be called Kitanosho Castle, but Hideyasu changed its name to Fukui, because Kita, literary means north, contains the meaning of losing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but you can find coin parking around the castle.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukui Station.
1. walk north (5 min.)
yes224http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukui_uchiyama_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUchiyama HouseUchiyama House (武家屋敷旧内山家) is the remaining Samurai house in Ono. It has beautiful garden and tea house where you can enjoy traditional tea. Uchiyama is one of Karo of Ono Domain. He helped the economic growth of Ono in the middle of 19th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Admission: 200 yen, kids free.
Tea house Open: 1pm to 3pm during April to October on Sat, Sun, and holidays.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Fukui Station.
1. use JR Etsumihoku Line to Ono (55 min.)
2 walk west (10 min.)
yes246http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/grave_asakura_yoshikage/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe grave of Asakura YoshikageThe grave of Asakura Yoshikage (朝倉義景墓所) is located in Ono, Fukui pref. Asakura Yoshikage is the last lord of Asakura clan and one of the famous Sengoku Daimyo, the feudal lords. He was the enemy of Oda Nobunaga and finally overthrown by Nobunaga. He committed Seppuku at Ono.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Fukui Station.
1. use JR Etsumihoku Line to Ono (55 min.)
2 walk west (15 min.)
yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/maruoka_castle_night/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMaruoka Castle at NightMaruoka Castle (丸岡城) is one of 12 existed remaining castles. It was built in 1576 by Shibata Katsutoyo. It has beautiful light up at night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukui Station.
1. use local bus to Maruokajo (40 min.)
yes66http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hyakkenname/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHyakkennameHyakkenname (百間滑) is a small valley located in Tateyama, Toyama Pref. There is a beautiful slope of river goes about 200m long. Legend said, at evening, when the light of the sunset hit this river, Dragon play with water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tateyama Station.
1. walk south (1hr.)
yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toyama_ryujin_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfToyama Ryujin FallsRyujin Falls(龍神の滝) is 40m tall waterfalls located in Tateyama mountains. It is chosen as the 37 best waterfalls in Toyama. At the end of hiking course, this waterfalls exists. So, it is very nice to hiking course in Tateyama area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tateyama Station.
1. walk south (1hr.)
yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashiwaya_ryokan/2016-09-02monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HR001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HR001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKashiwaya RyokanKashiwaya Ryokan (柏屋旅館) is a traditional Japanese style Onsen Hotel located in Shima Onsen. Kashiwaya offers three outside Onsen which you can use them privately. All guest rooms are Tatami rooms which give you the opportunity to stay in true Japanese Style Hotels (restroom are western style). Their plan offers two sets of meals, a breakfast and a dinner. At the dinner, you can enjoy fresh local and seasonable food. You can check in early and check out later so that you can enjoy Onsen for a long time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
<a href="http://pt.afl.rakuten.co.jp/c/0c259f99.9f01a647/?url=http%3a%2f%2ftravel.rakuten.co.jp%2fen%2f" target="_blank">All Japan Area</a></span>
Shima Onsen is one of the most famous Onsen In Japan. It is one of the oldest Onsen town, as well. Shima Onsen Offers beautiful nature and excellent waterfalls. Each season has great aspects, such as green leaves, autumn leaves, and snow.
<b>Access</b>
Approximately 3 hours from Tokyo Station.
There is a direct bus at Tokyo Station, too.
yes515http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shima_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL034.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL034.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShima OnsenShima Onsen (四万温泉) is one of Onsen resorts of Gunma prefecture. There are 43 Onsen springs in Shima. One of the unique feature of Onsen water of Shima is that you can drink this Onsen Water. Shima Onsen is surrounded by beautiful mountains with many excellent waterfalls. Onsen Town preserved the look of early Showa taste with classic Onsen Entertainments.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking for each spots.
There are two free Foot Onsen, three free public Onsen, and one open air Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakanojo Station.
1. use local bust to Shima Onsen (40 min.)
or, 3 hours from Tokyo Station by direct bus.
yes474http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/maya_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL035.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL035.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMaya FallsMaya Falls (摩耶の滝) is a waterfalls located in Shima Onsen, Gunma Pref. It is about 20m tall, and located in a deep mountain side of Shima Onsen. This waterfalls is also known as much making waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are bells for avoiding wild bears. When you see them, ring them to aware bears that you are there. Bears will escape when they heard that bells. There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakanojo Station.
1. use local bust to Shima Onsen (40 min.)
2. walk north (1 hr.)
yes210http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_okushima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL036.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL036.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake OkushimaLake Okushima (奥四万湖) is an artificial lake located Shima Onsen, Gunma Pref. The lake is made by Shimagawa Dam. Unlike other artificial lakes, the water of Lake Okushima has pure blue water. Not only it has beautiful blue-green color, its transparency is very high. In Summer time, you can enjoy beautiful green leaves, and in Fall, they will be colored with beautiful autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom. You can walk over the Dam. There are many view points. Also, there is a public Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakanojo Station.
1. use local bust to Shima Onsen.
2. walk north (40 min.)
yes284http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/syakunage_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL037.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL037.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSyakunage FallsSyakunage Falls (しゃくなげの滝) is one of waterfalls in Shima Onsen. It is located north side of Lake Okushima. It is called Syakunage Falls, because in the end of April, Syakunage flowers, alpine roses, around this falls bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakanojo Station.
1. use local bust to Shima Onsen.
2. walk north (1hr. 20 min.)
yes134http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koizumi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL038.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL038.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoizumi FallsKoizumi Falls (小泉の滝) is one of waterfalls in Shima Onsen. The water of this falls is so pure and beautiful. In Summer, it is surrounded by green leaves, and in Falls, it has great view with Koyo leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is an observatory, and it is the easiest falls to see in Shima Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakanojo Station.
1. use local bust to Shima Onsen.
2. walk north (30 min.)
yes170http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ogura_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL039.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL039.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOgura FallsOgura Falls (小倉の滝) is one of waterfalls in Shima Onsen. It is also considered as one of the best waterfalls in Nakanojo Town. It is located west side of Shima Onsen, and the valley in front of this falls gives you great hiking in nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
There are bells for avoiding wild bears. When you see them, ring them to aware bears that you are there. Bears will escape when they heard that bells.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakanojo Station.
1. use local bust to Shima Onsen.
2. walk west (1hr. 40 min.)
yes280http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiyorimi_yakushido_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL040.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL040.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHiyorimi Yakushido TempleHiyorimi Yakushido Temple (日向見薬師堂) is one of the historical sites of Shima Onsen. It is designated as the national historical asset. This temple was built in 1598 by Fujiwara Iesada for praying Sanada Yukimura. The inside of the temple was built in 1537.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Free foot Onsen and public Onsen is located right in front of this temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakanojo Station.
1. use local bust to Shima Onsen.
2. walk north (40 min.)
yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shima_potholes/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL041.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL041.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShima PotholesShima Potholes (四万温泉の甌穴群, shima ouketsugun) are located on the south side of Shima Onsen. They are designated as a Natural Monument of Gunma Prefecture. There are 8 holes which were created by the water of the Shima River over a period of 10,000 years. One of potholes is 2m wide and 4m deep.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking available.
Caution: When you hear the buzzer, the Shimagawa Dam will release its water. So, evacuate to high ground as soon as possible.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakanojo Station.
1. use local bus to Shima Onsen.
2. walk south (50 min.)yes307http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/momotaro_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL042.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL042.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMomotaro FallsMomotaro Falls (桃太郎の滝) is one of waterfalls in Shima Onsen. It is located on Lake Shima. Therefore, you can see this waterfalls on the small hiking course around the lake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakanojo Station.
1. use local bust to Shima Onsen.
2. walk south (30 min.)
yes225http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mizunoto_club/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SC002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SC002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMizunoto Shodo ClubMizunoto Club (みづのと会) is Shodo School located in Bunkyo Ward of Tokyo. Shodo is the Japanese Calligraphy. The chief instructor, Soun Maruoka Sensei, is one of the great Shodo artist who is also the great designer of Japanese Scroll Pictures.
<b>School Info.</b>
Class is held at 2F of Shiomikoryukan in Bunkyo Ward. 3 min from Sendagi Station.
trial classes is available: 1.5 hours (3000yen)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. walk to Otemachi Station for Chiyoda Line.
2. use Chiyoda Line to Sendagi
yes547http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takeshita_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL171.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL171.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakeshita StreetTakeshita St. (竹下通り) is the famous shopping district in Harajuku. There are many stores which sale cute Japanese style clothes and accessories. If you are looking for "Kawaii Fashion?" Takeshita Street is one of the best.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The most of the stores opens from noon.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku (2 min.)
2. walk east (2 min.)
yes301http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bunkyo_azalea_festa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL169.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL169.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBunkyo Azalea FestaBunkyo Azalea Festa (文京つつじまつり) is one of three major flower festival in Bunkyo Ward of Tokyo. It is held at the Azalea garden of Nezu Shrine. There are 50 kinds 3,000 Azalea trees in this garden. From the middle of April to the beginning of May, you can enjoy beautiful Azalea flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen.
Festival starts: The beginning April to the beginning of May.
Garden opens only during the festival.
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchi Line to Korakuen (12 min.)
2. use Nanboku Line to Todaimae (3 min.)
3. walk north east (5 min.)
yes333http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rose_in_furukawa_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL170.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL170.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe rose garden of FurukawaThe rose garden of Furukawa Garden (旧古川庭園) is one of the most famous rose garden in Tokyo. At the british style garden, there are 90 kinds 180 rose trees. In the middle of May, those roses bloom beautiful flowers. You can enjoy Japanese style garden and wonderful rose at the same time in this season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a rose festival from the middle of May to the end of May. There is a light up until 21:00 during the festival (2011 is canceled.).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Oji Station.
1. use Keihin Tohoku Line to Kaminakazato (2 min.)
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes434http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake SakuraLake Sakura (さくら湖) is an artificial lake formed by Miharu Dam which located in Fukushima Prefecture. Because there are many beautiful Sakura, cherry blossom, including Takizakura which chosen as the best Sakura in Japan around this lake, this lake is called Lake Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
There are many view points in this lake.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koriyama Station.
1. drive east (30 min.)
yes142http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_tatsuta_age/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT068.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT068.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Tatsuta-AgeTatsuta-Age(竜田揚げ) is a Japanese style fried chicken dish. The major difference between Kara-Age, which is the most popular Japanese style fried chicken and Tatsuta-Age is that Tatsuta-Age uses potato starch instead of wheat flour.yes278http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/the_battle_of_aizu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe battle of AizuThe battle of Aizu (会津戦争) is one of the biggest battle scenes of Boshin War in 1868. It is the last page of Meiji Restoration before Hakodate. It was happened between Aizu domain and new Meiji Government which are mostly Chosyu and Satsuma domain. The entire city of Aizu became war zone, and many people died in this battle. The battle of Aizu is considered as the hardest tragedy of Boshin War which made from the negative aspects of Samurai Era.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Need a car to visit all the related spots.
yes421http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_hijiki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT069.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT069.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Hijiki no NimonoHijiki is a seaweed gathered in Spring. Hijiki no Nimono, the boiled Hijiki with flavor is one of the popular way of cooking Hijiki. It is flavored with soy sauce, Dashi, sake , mirin and sugar. The ingredients are very flexible to choose. Carrot, soy beans, and Aburaage is commonly used for Hijiki no Nimono.
yes312http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/battle_of_bonari_mt_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe battle of Bonari mt.passThe battle of Bonari mt.pass (母成峠の戦い) is one of the battle scenes of the battle of Aizu. It was happened between Aizu domain and Meiji government in 1868. Saito Hajime and his Shinsengumi joined this battle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit. Drive Banetsu express way to Inawashiro-Bandai Kogen.
Drive north on 115 to Bonari Green line. (20 min.)
yes71http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okayama_green_street_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOkayama Green Street ParkOkayama Green Street Park (岡山緑道公園) is a riverside park of Nishigawa River. Nishigawa is located in Okayama city. This park is abotu 2km long with beautiful green and flowers. There are many art monuments and facilities to enjoy walking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. walk east (5min.)
yes269http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_eat_natto/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT070.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT070.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to eat NattoNatto is a ferment soy beans by Natto bacteria. It is one of the most common rice topping for Japanese breakfast.
yes247http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ikuta_ryokuchi_baraen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL137.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL137.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIkuta ryokuchi baraenIkuta ryokuchi baraen (生田緑地ばら苑) is a rose garden located in Kawasaki city. There are about 530 kinds 4,700 roses in this garden. It is one of the oldest rose garden around Tokyo. Many people visit here during rose season and enjoy the beautiful flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The admission: free (please give them a donation, this park is operated by the donation)
There is parking and restroom.
Note: This garden open twice a year. Spring and Fall when the roses are blooming.
The opening season is depend on the how rose are blooming.
So, check out their official web site.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station.
1. use JR Nanbu Line to Shukugawara (30 min.)
2. walk south west (20 min.)
yes281http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ikuta_green_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL138.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL138.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIkuta Green ParkIkuta Green Park (生田緑地) is a park of forest located in Kawasaki city. It is one of the best spots to enjoy nature around Tokyo. There are many flower gardens, play grounds and museums. You can enjoy flowers of 4 seasons, such as Sakura, Ume, Rose, Iris, Azalea, Hydrangea and Camellias. It is the great spot for enjoy nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station.
1. use JR Nanbu Line to Noborito (30 min.)
2. use Odakyu Line to Mukogaoka Yuen (1 min.)
3. walk south (10 min.)
yes342http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shomyo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShomyo FallsShomyo Falls (称名滝) is the tallest Japanese waterfalls located in Tateyama, Toyama pref. It is 4-step waterfalls, and 350m high in total. From the early spring to the beginning of summer, Hannoki Falls appears right next to Shomyo Falls. Hannoki Falls is about 500m high which is the highest waterfall when it appears. The V-shape made by Shomyo Falls and Hannoki Falls is the best and most gorgeous view of waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
The street closed on winter. Time to open the road is depended on how much snow this place has. Most likely it opens in the middle of May.
Road opens: from 6:00 to 19:00 July and August, and 7:00 to 18:00 in other month.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tateyama Station.
1. use bus to Shomyo falls (from May to early November) or use a taxi.
yes523http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanbon_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL039.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL039.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSanbon FallsSanbon Falls (三本滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Mt. Norikura, Nagano Pref. Sanbon literary means three. Because there are three different waterfalls at one spot, they are called Sanbon Falls. All of them are about 50m to 60m high. Right-side waterfall is called Kuroisawa Falls. The water slide on the huge black lava. The center falls is called Honsawa Falls because it is located on the Kooono River. It is straight-fall waterfalls. Left falls is Mumei falls. Mumei literary means unnamed because the river is unnamed. These falls are designated as the landscape of Nagano prefecture. It has the great panorama view surrounded by 3 great waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
In winter, the waterfalls are frozen up, but it required the heavy winter climbing equipments.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use Norikurasancho Shuttle bus to Sanbontaki
2. walk (25 min.)
yes435http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amida_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAmida FallsAmida Falls (阿弥陀ヶ滝, amidagataki) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Gifu pref. It is about 60m high and 7m wide. It is also chosen as 50 best water of Gifu. The landscape of this waterfalls are designated as the view of Gifu, and even the famous artist Katsushika Hokusai made his painting of this falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gujo-Hachiman Station.
1. use Nagaragawa Line to MinoShiratori (30min.)
2. use local bus to Amidagataki
3. walk (20 min.)
yes435http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hirayu_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHirayu Great FallsHirayu Great Falls (平湯大滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located Okuhida, Gifu pref. It is also chosen as 50 best water of Gifu. It is 64m high and 6m wide. This waterfalls has the seasonable aspects. In Spring to Summer, it has beautiful green leaves. In Autumn, it will be surrounded by great Koyo. In winter, this falls will be frozen up. In February, there is a light-up for this waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking (500 yen) and restroom.
There is a shuttle bus from parking to the fall (100 yen)
<b>Access</b>
0. Takayama Station
1. use Nohi Bus to Hirayu Busterminal (50 min.)
2. walk (25 min.)
yes249http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ichijio_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIchijio FallsIchijio Falls (一乗滝) is where the famous sword master Sasaki Kojiro mastered his Tsubame Gaeshi. It is 12m tall waterfalls located in Ichijo Valley, Fukui Pref. The water is considered as the sacred water. Sasaki Kojiro was born around this waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukui Station.
1. use Kyofuku Bus to Ichijodaki.
2. walk (25 min.)
yes202http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zengoro_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL040.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL040.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfZengoro FallsZengoro Falls (善五郎の滝) is one of three major waterfalls of Mt. Norikura. It is 30m high and 10m wide.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use Norikurasancho Shuttle bus to Norikurakougen Onsen Skijo.
2. walk (25 min.)
yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bandokoro_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL041.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL041.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBandokoro Great FallsBandokoro Great Falls (番所大滝) is one of three major waterfalls of Mt. Norikura. It is 40m high and 11m wide waterfalls. Because of its beautiful view, it is designated as the special view of Matsumoto. This waterfalls is made from the lava of Mt. Norikura. The thickness of the lava around this place reaches 60m.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
There are two observatories for this waterfalls. Be careful because the stairs are very slippy.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use Norikurasancho Shuttle bus to Bandokoro otaki.
2. walk (5 min.)
yes300http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokoniji_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTokoniji FallsTokoniji Falls (常虹の滝) are waterfalls located in southern Toyama. There are 5 different waterfalls. Tokoniji Falls is their generically name. It is designated as waterfalls of Toyama. Tokoniji literary means "There is always rainbow." In the morning, you can often see rainbow.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Toyama Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Inoya (52 min.)
2. walk west (30 min.)
yes319http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bandokoro_small_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL042.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL042.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBandokoro Small FallsBandokoro Small Falls (番所小滝) is 3m tall waterfalls located in Mt. Norikura. It is small but 10m wide waterfalls. Compare to Bandokoro Great Falls, this falls is very small.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use Norikurasancho Shuttle bus to Bandokoro otaki.
2. walk (5 min.)
yes99http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lotus_pond_okayama_sogo_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLotus Pond of Okayama Sogo ParkLotus Pond of Okayama Sogo Park is very famous for its lotus. In the beginning of June, lotus flowers blooms.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. walk north (20 min.)
yes227http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/maruoka_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMaruoka CastleMaruoka Castle (丸岡城), aka Kasumiga Castle, is one of 12 existed remaining castles which built in Sengoku era. It is a hilltop castle located Sakai, Fukui Pref. It was built in 1576 by Shibata Katsutoyo, nephew of Katsuie. It is the oldest castle which exists in Japan. Because the building was built in Azuchi-Momoyama Period, it is designated as the national important assets.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 150 yen for kids.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00 (last entry 16:45)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukui Station.
1. use local bust to Maruokajo
yes234http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfToyama CastleToyama Castle (富山城) is a flatland castle lcoated in Toyama city. It was built in 1543 by JInbo Nagamoto. The main entrance and a great keep are reconstructed. Its keep, moat and stone walls are offers you the great time of Sengoku period. Because it was located on the crossing point of Hokuriku Road and Hida Road, Toyama Castle was very important castle since Muromachi era. Today, there are museum and the first bailey becomes a play ground for family activities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Toyama Station.
1. walk south (15 min.)
yes263http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tojinbo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTojinboTojinbo (東尋坊) is a cape form with Pyroxene Andesite located in Fukui. Because it's strong and unique look, it is one of the most famous tourist spots in Fukui Prefecture. Tojinbo is one of the only three capes which form with Pyroxene Andesite in the world. Tojinbo was named after the buddhist monk of Eiheiji Temple.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Around Tojinbo, there are many shops and restaurants.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukui Station
1. use JR Hokuriku Line to Aashiharaonsen Station.
2. use local bus to Tojinbo
yes328http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/horikiri_iris_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL172.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL172.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHorikiri Iris GardenHorikiri Iris Garden (堀切菖蒲園, horikirishobuen) is a Japanese style Iris garden located Katsuhika ward, Tokyo Metro. There are 200 kinds 6,000 Iris flowers in this garden. In middle of June, Iris bloom their beautiful flowers. Horikiri Iris Garden is also one of the oldest garden in Tokyo. Iris were brought from Asaka Pond of Oshu Koriyama during Muromachi era.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: Free
Open: 9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Keisei Line to Horikirishobuen
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes300http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koiwa_iris_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL173.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL173.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoiwa Iris GardenKoiwa Iris Garden (小岩菖蒲園, koiwa shobuen) is a Iris garden located at the riverside of Odo River, Tokyo. There are 50,000 Iris in this garden which bloom in May to June. As the flower garden, it is famous in Tokyo Metro.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission Free.
There is a parking but it closed at night.
There is a restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Keisei Line to Edogawa
2. walk east (2 min.)
yes244http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiratori_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShiratori castleShiratori castle (白鳥城) is a mountain castle built before 12th century. It appears first time in 1183 by record of Imai Kanehira. During the Sengoku period, Jinbo extended this castle against Uesugi Kenshin. Later, it became the brunch castle of Toyama Castle. When Hideyoshi attacked Sassa, Oda Nobukatsu used this castle.
Today, it has great view of Toyama area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Toyama Station.
1. use Takayama Line to Nishi Toyama.
2. walk west (30 min.)
yes121http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yasuda_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYasuda CastleYasuda Castle (安田城) is a ruins of a flatland castle located in Toyama. It was built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in 1585 for attacking Toyama Castle. Later it was abandoned, but moats and structures are remained in great condition. Today, Yasuda Castle is famous for its water lily which bloom in June.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
There is a museum of this castle located right next to this castle.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Toyama Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Fuchu Usaka.
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes331http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hirayu_ootaki_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHirayu ootaki ParkHirayu ootaki Park (平湯大滝公園) is a park located in deep Okuhida area of Gifu Prefecture. In this park, there is Hirayu Falls which is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls. Rock garden are designed on the way to the falls, and there are many activities, such as making Soba and Foot Onsen in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking: 500 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. Takayama Station
1. use Nohi Bus to Hirayu Busterminal (50 min.)
2. walk (25 min.)
yes247http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/myorakuji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL139.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL139.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMyorakuji TempleMyorakuji Temple (妙楽寺) is Tendai Buddhism Temple located in Kawasaki. Because this temple is very popular for its Ajisai (Hydrangea), it is known as Ajisai Temple. There are about 1,000 Ajisai in this temple. In June, they bloom beautiful flowers and many people visit this temple to enjoy Ajisai.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is no parking available.
There is a restroom.
No admission fee.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station.
1. use JR Nanbu Line to Syukugawara (26 min.)
2. walk south (30 min.)
yes351http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_meshu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT071.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT071.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to make UmeshuUmeshu (梅酒) is a one of popular Japanese liqueur made from Ume, Japanese plum, in Shochu, one of the kinds of Sake, and sugar. It has a sweet, sour taste, and an alcohol content of 10-15%. It is very common for all Japanese houses to make Umeshu in June after Ume was harvested.
yes292http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tamagawadai_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL174.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL174.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTamagawadai ParkTamagawadai Park (多摩川台公園) is one of the popular Ajisai Spot in Tokyo. There are about 3,500 Ajisai, Hydrangea in this park. In Tamagawadai Park, there are 8 Kofun. The oldest Kofun was built in 4th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is a restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Tamagawa (18 min.)
2. walk west (5 min)
yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soun_maruoka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/PA008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMaruoka Soun: Shodo and HyoguMaruoka Soun Sensei (丸岡蒼雲) is the master of Shodo, Japanese calligraphy, and expert of Hyogu, japanese traditional Paper Hanger. With over 35 years experience of Shodo, and Hyogu, Maruoka Sensei creates the masterpiece of Kakejiku, the scroll picture. In this modern world, he still processes the traditional way of making Kakejiku without any modern materials and equipment. Because that is the best way of making Kakejiku. As the master of Shodo art, he always draws the calligraphy for his clients. His Shodo itself is already an art.
yes1113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/higashitakane_forest_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL140.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL140.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHigashitakane Forest ParkHigashitakane Forest Park (東高根森林公園, higashitakaneshinrinkoen) is a forest park located in the center of Kawasaki city. It is located on the ruins of ancient Japanese residence of Yayoi period. Today, it is famous for various kinds of plants, trees and flowers. This forest park offers visitors a great nature relaxation around Tokyo. It is also chosen as one of 50 views of Kanagawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station.
1. use JR Nanbu Line to Syukugawara (26 min.)
2. walk south (30 min.)
yes354http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ikutaryokuchi_shobu_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL141.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL141.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIkutaryokuchi Shobu PondIkutaryokuchi (生田緑地) has a nice Iris pond. In the middle of June, Iris bloom. Many people visit this pond to enjoy Iris.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station.
1. use JR Nanbu Line to Noborito (30 min.)
2. use Odakyu Line to Mukogaoka Yuen (1 min.)
3. walk south (10 min.)
yes205http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/horai_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL175.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL175.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHorai ParkHorai Park (宝来公園) is a park with pond and forest located Ota-ku, Tokyo.
It was built in 1925 to preserved the view of old time Musashino. There are 70 kinds 1,500 trees in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is a restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Tamagawa (18 min.)
2. walk west (10 min)
yes204http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shitamachi_tanabata_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL176.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL176.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShitamachi Tanabata MatsuriShitamachi Tanabata Matsuri (下町七夕まつり) is one of the popular Tanabata Festival in Tokyo. It is sponsored by Kappabashi Shopping district. There are many food stands and Tanabata decorations. Those food stands are opened by local shops of Kappabasih. They offers great Matsuri food for very very reasonable prices. On the weekend, there are parade and ceremony.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It happens on the week of Tanabata which is July 7. At the weekend, many food stands open and events happen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station
1. walk east (5 min.)
yes394http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yuigahama_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL143.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL143.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYuigahama BeachYuigahama Beach (由比ヶ浜) is a beach located on the south side of Kamakura. It is one of the closest beach around Tokyo. Yuigahama is very popular beach. During the summer season, many people visit here and enjoy beach activites and marine sports.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
During summer, there are many food stands open on the beach.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. walk south (10 min.)
yes214http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zushi_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL144.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL144.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfZushi BeachZushi Beach (逗子海岸) is located west side of Miura Peninsula. Because it has a strong wind and less waves, it is very popular wind-surfing spot around Tokyo. Also, it is one of the popular beach near by Tokyo and Yokosuka.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
During summer, there are many food stands open on the beach.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Zushi.
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes245http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurihama_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL145.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL145.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKurihama BeachKurihama Beach (久里浜海岸) is a small beach located Kurihama. It is about 10 min. from Yokosuka. In summer, there is a firework festival at this beach.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Keikyu Yokosuka Chuo Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Keikyu Kurihama (10 min.)
2. walk south east (15 min.)
yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zuisenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL142.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL142.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfZuisenji TempleZuisenji Temple (瑞泉寺) is Rinzai Buddhism Temple located in eastern Kamakura. It was established in 1327 by priest Muso. Its garden is one of the most famous garden in Kamakura. It has many beautiful flowers for all four seasons. It is also surrounded by beautiful mountains. Zuisenji has a beautiful nature and history. It's garden is designated as the national landscape place of scenic beauty.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use bus to Daitonomiya, kamakura Shrine. (10 min.)
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes337http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_ohagi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT072.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT072.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook OhagiOhagi (おはぎ) is typical Japanese sweets with Azuki beans. It is a rice ball covered with Anko or Kinako. Anko is sweetened Azuki beans which widely used for all kinds of Japanese sweets.
yes463http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiraizumi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHiraizumiHiraizumi (平泉) is registered UNESCO world heritage site located in Iwate prefecture. It was registered in June 2011 as "Hiraizumi - Temples, Gardens and Archaeological Sites Representing the Buddhist Pure Land." There are many beautiful temples such as Chusonji and Motsuji, gardens and historical sites. Hiraizumi is also Minamoto no Yoshitsune related spots. He was grown up at Hiraizumi and died at Hiraizumi. His soul rests in Hiraizumi.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
To visit all spots. MLJ recommend to use a rent-a-bycile. You can get it at the station. 1000 yen for one day. You can get a map, too.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
2. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi (9 min.)
yes402http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chusonji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfChusonji TempleChusonji Temple (中尊寺) was established by Priest Jigaku in 850. The history of Chusonji actually began,...
when Fujiwara no Kiyohira settled principal images here in eary 12th century. Kiyohira, the first lord of Oshu Fujiwara clan, built Chusonji for Buddhist Pure Land. Today, it is the most popular site in Hiraizumi and one of UNESCO world heritage sites. There are many beautiful temples and it has great harmony with nature. Konjikido, literary means golden temple, is the only remaining building which exists since the time of Oshu Fujiwara clan in Hiraizumi.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
Admission for Konjikido: 800 yen for adult. High school 500 yen. Junior high 300 yen. Elementary 200 yen. There is group discount.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00 (Nov 4 to end of Feb 8:30 to 16:30.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi (9 min.)
2. use local bus to Chusonji (5 min.)
yes399http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/motsuji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMotsuji TempleMotsuji Temple (毛越寺) and its garden are important historical site of Hiraizumi. They are registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site in June 2011. Motsuji Temple was established by Motohira, the 2nd lord of Fujiwara. It was originally established by Priest Jigaku in 850, but it was lost later. Motohira, restored in early 12th century. When the famous poet Matsuo Basho visited this garden, he wrote one of the famous his poem.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen for adults. 300 yen for high school. 100 yen for junior high.
There is group discount from 30 people.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00. From Nov 5 to April 4: 8:30 to 16:30.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi (9 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes438http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanjizaioin_temple_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe garden of Kanjizaioin TempleThe garden of Kanjizaioin Temple (旧観自在王院庭園) is one of UNESCO world heritage sites of Hiraizumi. It was built by the wife of Fujiwara no Motohira. It is also designated as national landscape of Japan. The temples were lost in long time ago, but the beautiful gardens remains as beautiful as it was built in 12th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking (There is one near Motsuji parking)
There is no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi (9 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/muryokoin_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMuryokoin TempleMuryokoin Temple (無量光院) was constructed by Hidehira, the 3rd lord of Oshu Fujiwara. In the 12th century, it was a beautiful temple and almost entirely a copy of Uji's Byodoin, theh location of the famous Phoenix Hall in Uji, Kyoto. Today, the temple was lost, but the ruins of beautiful garden remains.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi (9 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes128http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takadachi_yoshitsune_hall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakadachi Yoshitsune HallTakadachi Yoshitsune Hall (高館義経堂) is a temple located in Hiraizumi. Takadachi is where Minamoto no Yoshitsune stayed at Hiraizumi. It is also his last place where he committed Seppuku. The temple was built 4th lord of Date of Sendai in 1683. On the mountain you can have a great view of Kinugawa River.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen, junior and elementary 50 yen. There is a group discount from 30.
Open: 8:30 to 16:30. From Nov 5 to April 4: 8:30 to 16:00.
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi (9 min.)
2. walk north (20 min.)
yes65http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/musashibo_benkei_grave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe grave of Musashibo BenkeiThe grave of Musashibo Benkei (武蔵坊弁慶の墓) is located at the entrance of Chusonji. Benkei is the loyal warrior of Yoshitsune, and of the most famous warrior in Japan. In 1189, he protected his lord Yoshitsune and fought until his death. He died in standing. It's called "Tachiojo." After that, the priest of Chusonji showed respect to him and he was buried here. he wrote a poem for him. "Irokaenu Matsunoarujiya Musashimo."
"Musashibo, the lord of this pine tree will never change his color."
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and resetoom, but you can visit here when you visit Chusonji.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi (9 min.)
2. use local bus to Chusonji (5 min.)
yes88http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minamoto_yoshitsune_grave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe grave of Minamoto no YoshitsuneThe grave of Minamoto no Yoshitsune and his wife (源義経の墓) is located in Hiraizumi. Yoshitsune is one of the famous war hero in Japan. He defeated Hira clan and killed by his own brother Yoritomo. He was 31 year's old when he committed Seppuku in 1189. His wife and child were also buried here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi.
2. walk north west (30 min.)
yes79http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yanagi_government_office/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYanagi Government OfficeYanagi Government Office (柳之御所遺跡) was the capital office of Hiraizumi while the era of Oshu Fujiwara clan. It was used to be the house of Motohira, the 2nd lord of Oshu Fujiwara. Legend said, Yoshitune stayed here when he was in Oshu.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There is a museum which has parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi (9 min.)
2. walk north (20 min.)
yes108http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_kinkei/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. KinkeiMt. Kinkei (金鶏山) is a 98.6 m tall mountain located in Hiraizumi. This site is registered as UNESCO world heritage site of Hiraizumi. Kinkei literary means golden chucky. Legend said, Fujiwara no Hidehira made an artificial mountain imitated Mt. Fuji, and buried golden statue of chucky on this mountain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Hiraizumi.
2. walk north west (30 min.)
yes87http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurihama_perry_firework_festa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL146.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL146.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKurihama Perry Firework FestaKurihama Perry Firework Festa. (久里浜ペリー祭花火大会) is one of popular fireworks in Yokosuka. There are about 3,500 fireworks at Kurihama Beach. It happens in the early July.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stands around the beach, and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Chuo Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Keikyu Kurihama. (10 min.)
2. walk east (15 min.)
yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/handayama_plant_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHandayama Park of PlantHandayama Park of Plant (半田山植物園) is a flower park located in Okayama. There are 3,200 kinds 150,000 trees and flowers. It is one of the popular flower spots in Okayama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen. kids 120 yen. There is a group discount from 30 people.
Open: 9:00 to 16:00. Close on Tuesday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use local bust to Shokubutsuen
yes160http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mitama_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL177.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL177.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMitama MatsuriMitama Matsuri (みたままつり) is one of the popular summer festival in Tokyo. It happens at Yasukuni Shrine in the middle of July, which is Obon in Tokyo. There are over 30,000 Chochin, Japanese Lanterns, decorated every year. There are many events and food stands in this festival. Especially, Bon Odori is the earliest one in Tokyo.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
Inside of the area of Shrine, you are not allow to eat and drink alcohol.
The lanterns will light after 18:00 to 21:30.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. walk to Otemach Station.
2. use Tozai Line to Kudanshita (4 min.)
3. walk west 810 min.)
yes394http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/homeland_of_oga_lotus/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL042.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL042.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe home land of Oga LotusThe home land of Oga Lotus (古代蓮の里) is a famous Lotus spot in Saitama. It has over 42 kinds 120,000 lotus in this park. The main feature of this park is Oga Lotus, aka Ancient Lotus. It was oldest flower in the world resurrected from 2000 years ago. From the end of June to the beginning of August, lotus will bloom a beautiful flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Omiya Station.
1. use JR Takasaki Line to Gyoda.
2. use local bus to Kodaihasu no sato.
yes243http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/isa_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL043.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL043.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIsa PondIsa Pond (伊佐沼) is a popular Lotus spot in Kawagoe, Saitama. There are many Oga Lotus, aka Ancient Lotus. From the end of June to the beginning of August, the lotus flowers bloom, and many people visit here and enjoy its lotus.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use JR Saikyo Line to Kawagoe
2. use local bus to Isanumaboukennomori.
3. walk (10 min.)
yes256http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kisai_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL044.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL044.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKisai CastleKisai Castle (騎西城) is a ruins of Japanese castle located in Saitama. It appears in the record of 1455 when Ashikaga Ujisige attacked this castle of Uesugi and Nagao clan. In 1563, Uesugi Kenshin defeated this castle. In 1632, this castle was abandoned. In 1979, there is the digging for the research, and found out the layout of the baileys and many weapons, daily life products. Those relics are displayed current reconstructed Tenshu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Ask next building to enter the museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use JR Takasaki Line to Konosu Station.
2. use local bus to Fukushi Center.
yes98http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lotus_yakushi_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL178.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL178.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe lotus of Yakushi pondThe lotus pond of Yakushi pond (薬師池蓮田) is famous for Oga lotus. Oga Lotus is also known as Ancient Lotus because the seed was discovered form the soil which was 2000 years old. From the beginning of July to the middle of August you can enjoy beautiful lotus flowers.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There is a parking.
Parking Opens: from 6:00 to 18:00
<b>Access </b>
0. at Hachioji Station
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Machida (25 min.)
2. use local bus to Yakushiike Koen (30 min.)
yes291http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sunflower_ashizawa_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL147.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL147.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSunflower around Ashizawa parkSunflower around Ashizawa park (芦沢公園のひまわり) is one of the most popular Sunflower spot around Tokyo. There are about 550,000 Sunflowers in Zama city, Kanagawa pref. Ashizawa park is one of the sunflower spot in Zama. In the end of July, Sunflowers bloom and Sunflower festival happens when they bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Those Sunflowers are planted in private farm. So, take only photos and never enter the farm. DO NOT TAKE SUNFLOWERS from the farm.
<b>Access</b>
0. Ebina Station
1. use Odakyu Line to Sobudaimae.
2. walk south (15 min.)
yes160http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakai_lotus_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL148.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL148.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNakai Lotus PondNakai Lotus Pond (中井蓮池の里, nakaihasuikenosato) is a popular lotus pond in Kanagawa. There are over 1,000 lotus in this pond and from the beginning of July to middle of August, you can enjoy beautiful lotus flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Odakyu Odawara Line to Hadano.
2. use local bus to Hinakubo.
3. walk (15 min.)
yes318http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukiji_honganji_bon_odori_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL179.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL179.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsukiji Honganji Bon Odori MatsuriTsukiji Honganji Bon Odori Matsuri (築地本願寺納涼盆踊り) is one of the popular Bon Odori festival in Tokyo. It offers Tsukiji Original Bon Odori Music, "Tsukiji Ondo." Of course, there are all kinds of popular Bon Odori music. There is Taiko Demonstration before the Bon Odori starts.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It happend at the beginning of August. The Matsuri goes 3 to 4 days so that you can join easily.
No parking. There is a restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ginza Station.
1. use Hibiya Line to Tsukiji.
2. walk (1 min.)
yes468http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ikegami_honmonji_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL180.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL180.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIkegami Honmonji Bon OdoriIkegami Honmonji Bon Odori (池上本門寺納涼盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori spots in Tokyo. At the beginning of August, in side of Honmonji Temple will be the stage for Bon Odori Dance and many people will enjoy Bon Odori.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking. There are many Matsuri food stands.
Notice : Take all garbage with you.
yes353http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_yakitori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT073.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT073.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook YakitoriYakitori (焼き鳥) is one of the most popular Izakaya food. It is skewered grilled chicken. There are mostly two kinds of flavor: Tare and Shio. Tare is soy sauce based flavor, and Shio is simple salt flavor. Here MLJ will introduce how to cook Yakitori with Tare.
yes423http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/narimasu_awaodori_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL181.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL181.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNarimasu Awaodori MatsuriNarimasu Awaodori Matsuri (成増阿波おどり大会) is one of Awaodori festival in Tokyo. It happens in the early August. There are 9 dance teams from Narimasu Shopping districts and several teams are invited from other location. The parade of Awaodori Dance is very exciting and the dance gives the audience the energy of Japanese summer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom. This Matsuri start around 4pm. It is little earlier compare to the other Matsuri.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station.
1. use Tobutojo Line to Narimasu.
yes454http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakameguro_awaodori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL182.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL182.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNakameguro AwaodoriNakameguro Summer Matsuri, Awaodori (中目黒夏祭り阿波踊り) is one of Awaodori festival in Tokyo. Nakameguro Summer Matsuri contains two dance parade in different days. This is Awaodori parade. There are about 20 dance teams joined and show their unique Awaodori Dance to the audiences.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no many food stand in this festival.
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Nakameguro (5 min.)
2. walk south (2 min.)
yes454http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_bonodori_basic/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT074.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT074.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance BonOdori: BasicBon Odori is a dance performed in summer time in Japan. In Japanese religion, all the ancestors visit their descendants in the middle of August (July in Tokyo), Bon Odori is a welcome dance for them. In August, there are many Bon Odori Matsuri where you can enjoy dancing Bon Odori everywhere in Japan. There are 1,000s of Bon Odori, and here MLJ will introduce three basic dances which are most likely played every Bon Odori Matsuri. Tankobushi, Tokyo Ondo, and Dai Tokyo Ondo.
yes447http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_bonodori_advanced/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT075.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT075.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to Dance BonOdori: AdvancedBon Odori is a dance performed in summer time in Japan. In Japanese religion, all the ancestors visit their descendants in the middle of August (July in Tokyo), Bon Odori is a welcome dance for them. In August, there are many Bon Odori Matsuri where you can enjoy dancing Bon Odori everywhere in Japan. There are 1,000s of Bon Odori, and here MLJ will introduce three advanced dances which are very popular and exciting to dance. Yukata Ondo, Yagi Bushi, and Oedo Tokyo Ondo.
yes753http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takanawa_bon_odori_dance/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL183.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL183.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakanawa Bon Odori DanceTakanawa Bon Odori Dance (高輪盆踊り) is a local Bon Odori Matsuri at Takanawa, Tokyo. There are many Bon Dance Expert join this Matsuri, so it is very great Bon Dance Matsuri to learn how to dance Bon Odori.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Some food catering.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station.
1. use Nanboku Line or Mita Line to Shirokane-takanawa (4 min.)
2. walk (5 min.)
yes592http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_daijingu_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL184.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL184.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTokyo DaiJingu Bon OdoriTokyo DaiJingu Bon Odori (東京大神宮納涼盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri in Tokyo. It happend in the early August at Tokyo DaiJingu Shrine. The dance platform is small, but they have a nice Yagura Stage, and food stands. They have also great beer for very reasonable price.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking. Dance starts around sunset time.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Iidabashi Station.
2. walk west (4 min.)
yes355http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uraja_parade/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUraja ParadeUraja Parade (うらじゃパレード) is a Dance parade happens during Okayama Momotaro Matsuri (おかやま桃太郎まつり). During the festival, there are many Dance platforms, and you can enjoy Uraja Dance on the street or stages. Uraja Dance is a morden dance in Okayama. All dancers make up their face like Ura, the Japanese Ogre, and dance with Uraja song.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many dance platforms. Street will be closed for the dance parade, so better to visit by train and bus.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayam Station.
1. check out the map and find your favorite spots.
yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okayama_summer_fireworks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOkayama Summer FireworksOkayama Summer Fireworks (おかやま納涼花火大会) is one of the main event of Okayama Momotaro Matsuri. It happens in early August. There are 4,000 fireworks. It will be great view from Okayama Korakuen garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stands.
No parking. Better to use public transportation.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use tramway to Seidaijicho (10 min.)
2. walk east (5 min.)
yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakozaki_summer_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL185.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL185.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHakozaki Summer Bon OdoriHakozaki Summer Bon Odori (箱崎納涼盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri in Tokyo. It happen in the middle of August at Hakozaki Park. The local drum team joins and play drum for Bon Odori Music. There are many Bon Dancers join and enjoy Bon Odori.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Free tea and water are served in this festival, but there is no food stands.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Hanzomon Line to Suitengumae
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes571http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/urayasu_summer_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUrayasu Summer Bon OdoriUrayasu Summer Bon Odori(浦安納涼盆踊り) happens in the middle of August at Urayasu Elementary School. Many Bon Dancer and Matsuri lover visit this matsuri and enjoy Bon Odori. There are many food stands just like typical other Japanese Matsuri.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
In side the school, you can't smoke.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use JR Sobu Line to Nishi-Funabashi.
2. use Tozai Line to Urayasu.
3. walk south (5 min.)
yes380http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasai_seaside_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL186.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL186.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKasai Seaside parkKasai Seaside park (葛西臨海公園, kasairinkaikoen) is one of popular seaside park around Tokyo Metro. It is also one of the biggest parks in Tokyo. There is a beach, BBQ place and many other attractions for family activities. There are also an aquarium and Ferris wheel. The park has also great the bird watching area. Many photographer and bird lovers visit here for wild birds.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are huge parking. Restrooms and shops are in this park.
You cannot swim at the beach.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Keiyou Line to Kasairinkaikouenmae
2. walk (2 min.)
yes350http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sumida_river_toro_nagashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL187.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL187.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSumida River Toro NagashiSumida River Toro Nagashi is one of popular Toro Nagashi in Tokyo. It is a has about 3,000 lanterns float every year. Floating Lantern on a river, is one of popular event during Obon. Sumida River will be light up beautifully with those lanterns.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This will happen at Sumidariver. On Azuma Bridge is the best view to see those Lanterns.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa Station.
1. walk (2 min.)
yes138http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mino/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMinoMino (美濃市) is located in the center of Gifu prefecture. It is well known as its Washi paper and Udatsu. The area of Udatsu is called "Udatsu no agaru" Town. It's a Edo style town with many traditional merchant houses which remains since Edo Period. It offers great walking around Edo period. Those beautiful art of classic architectures are not only amazing but also they are still in use today. Also, Mino is very famous for its Washi. There are many Washi products in this city, and Akari art which is the art of light with Washi paper is one of must see things in Mino.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Mino Ota (35 min.)
2. use Nagaragawa Line to Minoshi (22 min.)
3. walk north (15 min.)
yes599http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiso_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL045.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL045.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKiso TownKiso Town (木曽町, kisomachi) is located southern Nagano Pref. Kiso is great tourist spot with Edo Style towns with rich history. Kiso is well know for famous Shogun, Kiso Yoshinaka. There are many his related spots in Kiso. Also, because it was on Nakasendo which connect Edo and Kyoto, there was post town called Fukushima-Juku and Sekisho. There are many those Edo style houses, and some of them are remains since Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kiso Fukushima (46 min.)
yes592http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/narai_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL043.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL043.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNarai-jukuNarai-juku (奈良井宿) is one of post towns of Nakasendo Road located in southern Nagano prefecture. It is located in the Kiso Valley. There are 67 post towns on Nakasendo, and Narai-juku is 34th post town. The eleven post towns are also called Kisoji 11 post town. Many of those post towns still remain the view of Edo style town. Narai-juku is one of the best town which remain many traditional Edo Style houses, and popular sightseeing spots. Narai-juku offers great atmosphere of old Japan!
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and public restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Narai (24 min.)
yes583http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyasan_tokyo_temple_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL188.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL188.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyasan Tokyo Temple Bon OdoriKoyasan Tokyo Temple Bon Odori (高野山東京別院盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori event held in Tokyo. This Bon Odori is very unique because they only play basic Bon Odori Songs. It is great for the beginners.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are food stands, and matsuri shops opens.
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. walk north west (20 min.)
yes468http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_dango/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT076.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT076.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook DangoDango (団子) is one of the most popular Japanese sweets. It a ball shape cake made from rice. Just like Yakitori, they are skewered with bamboo sticks and grilled. There are many kinds of flavors. This time, we introduce, Tare, Soy Sauce flavor, and Azuki flaver.
yes381http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/udatsu_no_agaru_machinami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUdatsu no Agaru MachinamiUdatsu no Agaru Machinami (うだつの上がる町並み) is the Edo style town with many traditional houses which remain since Edo period. Because the merchants of Mino was very wealthy, their houses have great "Udatsu." Udatsu is the traditional fire-protection during Edo period. It was also used to represent the symbol of success for the house. Therefore, Udatsu in this area are all great with excellent decorations. With those art of Udatsu, this area of Mino is called "Udatsu ga Agaru" site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Mino Ota (35 min.)
2. use Nagaragawa Line to Minoshi (22 min.)
3. walk north (15 min.)
yes233http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukushima_juku_uenodan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL046.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL046.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFukushima-juku UenodanFukushima-juk Uenodan (福島宿上の段) is Edo style town located Kiso-Fukushima. There are many traditional houses which remains since Edo period. Fukushima-juku was one of post towns on Nakasendo. It is 37th post town. There was Sekisho, the checking point. The Sekisho was considered as one of four major Sekisho. Some of the remaining Edo style houses are used as the restaurants. It has great atmosphere of Edo period in modern restaurants.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There is no parking. Use public parking near the town.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kiso Fukushima (46 min.)
2. walk north east (7 min.)
yes160http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/narai_juku_kamimachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL051.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL051.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNarai-juku KamimachiNarai-juku Kamimachi (奈良井宿上町) is one of three residence of Narai-juku. There are many traditional Edo style houses which built in Edo period. It offers great walking around Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and public restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Narai (24 min.)
2. walk (30 min.)
yes212http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mino_washi_akari_art_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF034.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF034.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMino Washi Akari Art MuseumMino Washi Akari Art Museum (美濃和紙あかりアート館) is the museum displays the prizewinning works from Akari Art Exhibition. In October, Mino has Washi art festival called Akari Art Exhibitions. Akari Art literary means the art of light. Because Mino is very famous for its Washi, they have an art exhibition of Washi art. The Akari art is the design of how you can express the light through the Washi paper.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking around the museum.
Admission: 200 yen. Free under junior high. There is a group discount from 20 persons.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30 (16:00 from Oct. to Mar.) Last entry is 16:15.
Close: Tuesday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Mino Ota (35 min.)
2. use Nagaragawa Line to Minoshi (22 min.)
3. walk north (15 min.)
yes205http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/imai_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF035.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF035.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfImai HouseImai House (旧今井家住宅) is one of remaining merchant houses in Mino. It is designated as Important Cultural Asset of Mino City. It was built in Edo period, and one of the oldest houses which remains in Mino. This house was the warehouse of Mino Washi paper. Because Mino was was great business during Edo period and became more powerful in Meiji period, this house has many high class architectures and furniture. Also, there are four Kura, the storages, remains and opened as the folk art museum. In the middle garden, there is water harp called "Suikinkutsu." The sound of Suikinkutsu is designated as one of 100 best sound of scenery in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen for adult, under Junior high is free. There is group discount from 20 persons.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30 (last entry is 16:15)
Closed: Tuesday of Dec, Jan, Feb.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Mino Ota (35 min.)
2. use Nagaragawa Line to Minoshi (22 min.)
3. walk north (15 min.)
yes677http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukushim_sekisho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL047.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL047.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFukushim SekishoFukushim Sekisho (福島関所) is one of Nakasendo Checking point. There are 4 major Sekisho between Kyoto and Edo. On Nakasendo, there are Fukushima and Usui. On Tokaido, there are Arai and Hakone. There is reconstructed Sekisho which also displays many real Kotsu-Tegata, access permission, and other historical stuff. The view of the valley which make this gate unavoidable are still remain the same.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking, use the public parking near.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, and 150 yen for kids.
Close Tuesday during Dec. to March.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kiso Fukushima (46 min.)
2. walk north east (20 min.)
yes338http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takase_house_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL048.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL048.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakase House MuseumTakase House Museum (高瀬家資料館) is a local museum which displays many treasure of Takase family who was one of high class Samura of Kiso Fukushima. There are many historical treasures such as the strategic map of the siege of Osaka, winter, guns, armers, martial arts scrolls and arts. This house is also where the sister of Shimazaki Toson, the famous novelist married into. There are many Toson's items displayed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking, use the public parking near.
Admission: 200 yen for adult, and 100 yen for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kiso Fukushima (46 min.)
2. walk north east (20 min.)
yes348http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamamura_daikan_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL049.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL049.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYamamura Daikan HouseYamamura Daikan House (山村代官屋敷) is one of the main feature of Kiso Town. It is remaining Daikan House which is also the local museum today. Daikan is the local governor during Edo period. Yamamura clan was directly ordered by Tokugawa Ieyasu and ruled Kiso which is very important place on Nakasendo road for over 270 years. It displays many historical items of Daikan, such as his official cloth, toys, books, weapons and armers. There are is also beautiful garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 150 yen for kids.
Open: 8:00 to 17:30 (Apr. to Oct.), 8:00 to 16:30 (November) and 8:30 to 16:30 (Dec. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kiso Fukushima (46 min.)
2. walk north east (15 min.)
yes378http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakamura_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL044.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL044.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNakamura HouseNakamura House (中村邸) is one of remaining traditional houses in Narai-juku. It was built in Edo period as a warehouse of combs. Narai's combs were called Nurigushi, combs painted with lacquer, and they were very popular souvenirs during Edo period. This house remains the all the layout of traditional houses and comb shops.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen for adult, free for under junior high, there is group discount from 20 people.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (Apr. to Nov.) to 16:00 (Dec. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Narai (24 min.)
2. walk (30 min.)
yes263http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/grave_kiso_yoshinaka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL050.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL050.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe grave of Kiso YoshinakaThe grave of Kiso Yoshinaka (木曾義仲) is located in Kozenji Temple, Kiso. Kiso Yoshinaka is one of the famous Shogun in the history of Japan. He defeated Taira clan from Kyoto during the Genpei war, but defeated by his own clan, Minamoto no Yoshitsune. Yoshinaka is a cousin of Yoritomo and Yoshitsune. After the lost, he died at Omi. He was 31 years old.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is no parking. His grave is located in the cemetery, so be quiet and keep the good manner to the others.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kiso Fukushima (46 min.)
2. walk north east (30 min.)
yes51http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/narai_juku_nakamachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL052.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL052.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNarai-juku NakamachiNarai-juku Nakamachi (奈良井宿中町) is one of three residence of Narai-juku. There are many traditional Edo style houses which built in Edo period. It offers great walking around Edo period. Nakamachi is the center of Narai-juku. The houses of Nakamachi are mostly warehouses, therefore, there are many large and great houses remains.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and public restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Narai (24 min.)
2. walk (20 min.)
yes248http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/narai_juku_shimomachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL053.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL053.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNarai-juku ShimomachiNarai-juku Shimomachi (奈良井宿下町) is one of three residence of Narai-juku. There are many traditional Edo style houses which built in Edo period. It offers great walking around Edo period. Shimomachi is the located Edo side of Narai-juku. Many craft workers used to live this area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and public restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Narai (24 min.)
2. walk (2 min.)
yes131http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kosaka_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF036.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF036.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKosaka HouseKosaka House (小坂家住宅) is one of the remaining Edo style house in Mino. This house was built in Edo period, and designated as national important cultural asset. It has very unique roof, the curve shape roof. The inside of shop are still the same as the original house. Kosaka House is also established Sake Brewery. Hakyu shun is their popular brand.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can see the inside of house, but do not entire the restricted area.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Mino Ota (35 min.)
2. use Nagaragawa Line to Minoshi (22 min.)
3. walk north (15 min.)
yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suhara_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF037.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF037.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSuhara ShrineSuhara Shrine (洲原神社) is located northern Mino city. It was established in 717 by Yasuzumi under order of Gensho Emperor. It enshrines Izanagi, Izanami and Onamuchi no Mikoto. This shrine has the highest rank of Shinto, Sho ichii, therefore it is very important shrine. Wadaiko on the gate is very huge and main feature of this shrine.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Mino Ota (35 min.)
2. use Nagaragawa Line to Suhara 30 min.)
3. walk north (5 min.)
yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ogura_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF038.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF038.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOgura ParkOgura Park (小倉公園) is a ruins of Ogura Castle located in Mino. It was hilltop castle. The top of the mountain is 159m high, and today, there is an observatory where you can enjoy great view of Mino. This park is also popular Sakrua spot in Mino. There are about 1,000 Sakura which bloom in April.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Mino Ota (35 min.)
2. use Nagaragawa Line to Umeyama (22 min.)
3. walk west (15 min.)
yes241http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/torasan_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL189.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL189.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTora-san MatsuriTora-san Matsuri (寅さんまつり) is Bon Odori Matsuri held at Shibamata Taishakuten Temple. It happens at the end of August. This festival goes three days and at the last day, there is a Bon Odori Competition which decide who is the best Bon Dancer in the year. The entry starts during the festival just before the competition starts, and any body can easily join.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stands around the temple, but no alcohol in the temple.
No parking. There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Keisei Line to Keiseitakasago.
2. use Keisei Kanamachi Line to Shibamata
3. walk
yes482http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/itsukushima_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfItsukushima ShrineItsukushima Shrine(厳島神社) is one of the most famous Shrine in Japan. It is located Miyajima Island, Hiroshima Prefecture. The view of Itsukushima Shrine is one of three major views of Japan, and also designated UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996. It is famous for the floating shrine. At the high-tide, water reach the level of the floor.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 100 for under junior high.
Open: 6:30 to 17:00
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hiroshima Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Miyajimaguchi (27min.)
2. use ferry to Miyajima (10 min.)
3. walk 15 min.
yes467http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atomic_bomb_dome/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAtomic Bomb DomeAtomic Bomb Dome (原爆ドーム), aka Genbaku Dome, is the Legacy of Tragedy located in Hiroshima Peace Memorial. It is the monument which presents "Never Forget the tragedy of Atomic Bomb, and never let it happen again." It is designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
-DO NOT ENTER the inside of the barrier-
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hiroshima Station.
1. use Hiroshima electrical tramway to Genbakudome mae.
2. walk south (2 min.)
yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsuyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKatsuyamaKatsuyama (真庭市勝山) is Edo Style town located in Maniwa city, Okayama. There are many traditional houses remains since Edo Period. Also, there are several Samurai related houses, such as Samurai House, and house built by the last Daimyo. The historical site of Katsuyama is the first registered scenery to preserved the Edo style look in Okayama Prefecture. It offers great Edo walking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chugoku-Katsuyama
yes347http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamba_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKamba FallsKamba Falls (神庭の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Okayama Prefecture. It has 110m high and 20m wide. It is very beautiful waterfalls with nature. In Autumn, the valley around the waterfalls will colored with beautiful Autumn leaves. There are wild monkeys live around this falls, and they sometimes appears at this falls. It is also registered as 100 best Japanese sceneries.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 150 yen for under junior high.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chugoku-Katsuyama
1. use taxi (10 min.)
yes204http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsuyama_preserved_scenery/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKatsuyama Preserved SceneryKatsuyama Preserved Scenery (勝山 古い町並み保存地区) is the street with many Edo Style Houses. This historical site of Katsuyama is the first registered scenery to preserved the Edo style look in Okayama Prefecture. It offers great Edo walking. This street was used to be a part of Izumo Road. This street is also popular for its Noren. All the shops has their unique Noren.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is free public rest-house.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chugoku-Katsuyama Station
1. walk north (10 min.)
yes227http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_misen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. MisenMt. Misen (弥山) is a mountain located in Miyajima Island, Hiroshima. It is 535m above the sea level, and has great panoramic view of Seto Inland Sea. 1,200 years ago, Priest Kukai came here to find enlightenment. Mt. Misen and Itsukushima Shrine were together designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996. There is an eternal fire, called "Kiezu no hi" which has been burning for 1200 years.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Ticket for round trip: 1800 yen for adult, 900 yen for kids.
There is a group discount from 25 people.
Open: 9:00 (8:00 in November) Final returning 17:30 (Mar. to Oct.), 17:00 (Dec. to
Feb.)
The are free shuttle bus from the town area to the station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hiroshima Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Miyajimaguchi (27min.)
2. use ferry to Miyajima (10 min.)
3. walk 15 min.
yes264http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsuyama_samurai_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKatsuyama Samurai HouseKatsuyama Samurai House (勝山武家屋敷) is a remaining Samurai House of Katsuyama. It is located in Maniwa city, Okayama Pref. This house was built in 1764 for Watanabe Family. Watanabe family was Samurai with 160 koku which is very high class for Samurai. They became one of Karo for Katsuyama domain. The house is preserved in great condition and in Kura, the storage, their armors and weapons are displayed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen, there is group discount from 20 person.
Open: 9:30 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chugoku Katsuyama Station.
1. walk north (15 min.)
yes225http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsuyama_miura_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKatsuyama Miura HouseKatsuyama Miura House (勝山三浦邸) is a traditional house located in Katsuyama, Maniwa. It was built by the last lord of Miura clan of Katsuyama right after the Meiji Restoration. It remains the great architecture of Japanese house in Meiji period. There is a restaurant which offers great local food of Katsuyama. There are many beautiful flowers such as, Hydrangea, Azalea, Sakura and Tsubaki. You can also enjoy beautiful Autumn leaves in Fall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Close on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Open: 11:00 to 15:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chugoku Katsuyama Station.
1. use Taxi (15 min.)
yes224http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/waki_honjin_kishiro_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWaki Honjin Kishiro HouseWaki Honjin Kishiro House (脇本陣木代邸) is the remaining Hotels on Izumo Road located in Shinjo Village, Oakayama pref. It was used for Daimyo Parade during Edo period. Mostly, it was used by Daimyo and his samurai of Matsue Domain. Very important Samurai of Daimyo, stayed at this hotel. All the structure remains in original conditions, and you can enjoy the house of Edo period. There is a tea cafe, called Sakura Chaya, backside of the house, and you can also enjoy local food of Shinjo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Open: 11:00 to 15:00.
Close on Winter.
Sakurachaya closes on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chugoku Katsuyama.
1. use taxi (30 min.)
yes503http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiroshima_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHiroshima CastleHiroshima Castle (広島城) is a flatland castle located in Hiroshima. It is also known as "Ri Jo." (literary means the castle of a carp) It was built in 1589 by Mori Terumoto. After Mori clan became the lord of 9 land of Chugoku region, Terumoto moved their capital to open space with bay for building port and castle town. After the battle of Sekigahara Fukushima Masanori became the lord of this castle. Later, Asano clane became the lord. Tenshukaku remains until WWII, but burned down by Atomic Bomb. Current Tenshu was reconstructed in 1958.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission for Tenshu: 360 yen for adult, 180 for kids.
There is a group discount from 30 persons.
Open: 9:00 to 18:00 (Dec. to Feb. 17:00)
Last entry: 30 min. before close.
There is no parking but public parking are nearby.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hiroshima Station.
1. walk west (15 min.)
yes228http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miyajima_ropeway/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMiyajima RopewayMiyajima Ropeway (宮島ロープウェイ) is a ropeway which reaches the high point of Mt. Misen. There are 2 types of ropeway, which takes you to the level of 433m high. There are great view of Seto Inland Sea from the ropeway.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Ticket for round trip: 1800 yen for adult, 900 yen for kids.
There is a group discount from 25 people.
Open: 9:00 (8:00 in November) Final returning 17:30 (Mar. to Oct.), 17:00 (Dec. to
Feb.)
The are free shuttle bus from the town area to the station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hiroshima Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Miyajimaguchi (27min.)
2. use ferry to Miyajima (10 min.)
3. walk 15 min.
yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinjo_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShinjo Fudo FallsFudo Falls (不動滝) is one of main feature of Shinjo village. It is consisted two waterfalls: Ondaki and Mendaki. Ondai is two-step waterfalls with 38m in total. Local legend said, a princess jumbed at this falls. Mendaki is two waterfalls with 5m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjo Village Center.
1. take taxi (10 min.)
yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tamatare_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTamatare FallsTamatare Falls (玉垂の滝) a small waterfalls located in Maniwa city. It was named because the water look like a drop of crystal balls. The water from the rock give you great peaceful moment.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
It is located inside of Kambanotaki nature park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chugoku-Katsuyama
1. use taxi (10 min.)
2. walk (10 min.)
yes133http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kammbanotaki_nature_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKammbanotaki Nature ParkKammbanotaki Nature Park (神庭の滝自然公園) is located in Maniwa city. The main feature of this park is Kamba Falls which is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls. Another feature of this park is Snow Monkeys. They are wild Monkeys, but sometimes they appear in this park for food. Especially in winter when there is no food in mountains, Monkeys often appear in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Monkeys are not always there in this park.
Never give them any food, and never carry any food because monkeys might attack you for that food.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chugoku-Katsuyama
1. use taxi (10 min.)
2. walk (10 min.)
yes122http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hatanodai_bon_dance_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL190.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL190.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHatanodai Bon Dance FestivalHatanodai Bon Dance Festival (旗の台 Bon Dance フェスティバル) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri in Hatanodai Shopping district. Local Drummers play Wadaiko for Bon Odori. This Bon Odori play many interesting songs.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Held in Early September.
Starts at 18:00 to 21:00.
There are many food service and all of them are very reasonable prices.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gotanda Station.
1. Use Tokyu Ikegami Line to Hatanodai
yes464http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasumi_cho_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL191.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL191.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKasumi-cho Bon OdoriKasumi-cho Bon Odori (霞町盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri in Nishi Azabu, Tokyo. It happens middle of September. Many advanced Bon Dancers join this Matsuri. This Bon Odori also plays many Songs. You can enjoy Bon Odori for long time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Start at 18:00 to 21:00
Goes 2 days. In the break, free drink will be served for all Dancers.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Roppongi Station.
1. walk south (20 min.)
yes599http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_furofuki_daikon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT077.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT077.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Furofuki DaikonFurofuki Daikon (ふろふき大根) is one of popular vegetarian dishes with Japanese Radish, called Daikon. It is deep boiled Daikon with Kelp and flavored with Miso Tare. This is very common food for cold winter, and excellent taste with Sake.
yes373http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kyonan_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKyonan TownKyonan Town (鋸南町) is a port town located west side of Boso Peninsula, Chiba Pref. It has super fresh fish products from its port and great outstanding view of Tokyo Bay from Mt. Nokogiri. Mt. Nokogiri is the main feature of Kyonan Town. It is a great temple with many beautiful Buddhist statues. It has also great buddha, Daibutsu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is also beach, too.
Parking are available at port.
<b.Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Hota Station. (1hr. 30 min.)
0. at Kurihama port of Yokosuka.
1. use Kurihama Kanaya Ferry
yes598http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aki_matsuri_azabu_juban/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL192.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL192.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAki Matsuri of Azabu-JubanAki Matsuri of Azabu-Juban (麻布十番秋祭り) is one of Autumn Festival in Tokyo. It is Mikoshi festival, and also there is a Bon Odori Festival at Night. Bon Odori happens at the middle of September at Tsunayo park from 18:00 to 21:00.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a restroom. There is food and drink service for all Dancers.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station.
1. use Nanboku Line to Azabu Juban.
2. walk west.
yes557http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bon_odori_minami_aoyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL193.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL193.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBon Odori at Minami AoyamaBon Odori Matsuri at Minami Aoyama Icchome (南青山一丁目盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori festival happens at the middle of September. It happens at Aoba Park. This Bon Odori has Yagura for the drum, Taiko. Also, it displays local Mikoshi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom. No parking.
Food stands opens for dancers, but no alcohol.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Ginza Line to Aoyama Icchome.
2. walk south.
yes515http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_kakesoba/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT078.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT078.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Kake SobaKake Soba (かけそば) is Soba served with hot soup. It is very popular food in Japanese meals.
yes262http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kinchakuda/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL045.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL045.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKinchakudaKinchakuda (巾着田) is the most famous Higanbana, red spider lily, in Kanto. It is located Hidaka city, Saitama prefecture. There are one million Hibanbana in this park. Higanbana bloom around the Autumn Equinox. During the season, all the garden of Higanbana become the beautiful red carpet.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
During the season, there are food stands which sale tasty local products.
Admission: 200 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. use JR Kawagoe Line to Higashihanno (35 min.)
2. use Seibu Ikebukuro Line to Koma (5 min.)
3. walk east (15 min.)
yes333http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okegawa_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL046.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL046.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOkegawa-jukuOkegawa-juku (桶川宿) is one of post towns on Nakasendo Road. It is 7th post town located in the middle of Saitama Prefecture. There are several traditional houses which built in Edo Period. So, Okegawa-juku offers you little time traveling to Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is public parking. At the visitor's center, you can barrow a restroom. You can also check out the map of Okegawa-juku spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use JR Takasaki Line to Okegawa (14 min.)
yes264http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bank_of_gongendo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL047.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL047.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBank of GongendoBank of Gongendo (権現堂堤) is one of famous Higanbana spot in Saitama Prefecture. There are about 800 thousand Hibanbana, red spider lily, in this park. Higanbana bloom in the middle to the end of September. During the season, the bank of this park will be colored by beautiful red flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Tobu Noda Line to Kasukabe (22 min.)
2. use Tobu Isezaki Line to Satte (12 min.)
3. walk north (30 min.)
yes214http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hinata_higanbana_no_sato/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL149.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL149.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHinata Higanbana no SatoHinata Higanbana no Sato (日向 ヒガンバナの里) is one of the most famous Higanbana, red spider lily, spot in Kanto. It is located in Isehara city, Kanagawa pref. Around the Autumn Equinox, Hibanbana bloom beautiful red flowers. In Japan, the Equinox Day is called Higan, and the flower was named for it because it always bloom in Higan. Many Higanbana are planted around the way of rice field. It is very nice scenery of country side of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. There is a rope fence for a pass. Don’t go beyond the fence. Never disturb the farmers around the flowers.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Odakyu line to Isehara satation.
2. use bus to Hinatayakushi.
yes257http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/higanbana_ashigara_sports_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL150.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL150.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHiganbana at Ashigara Sports ParkHiganbana at Minami Ashigara Sports Park (南足柄運動公園のヒガンバナ) has beautiful Higanbana, red spider lily, which bloom around the Autumn Equinox. There are big slope fields which are filled with thousands of Higanbana. The beautiful red flowers are just like a huge red wall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kozu Station.
1. use JR Gotenba Line to Yamakitacho.
2. walk south (20 min.)
yes269http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/roppongi_ark_hills_aki_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL194.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL194.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRoppongi ARK Hills Aki MatsuriRoppongi ARK Hills Aki Matsuri (アークヒルズ秋祭り) is an Autumn Matsuri happens at Karayan open space of Roppongi ARK Hills. There is Bon Odori, and great food stands which you can enjoy the food of restaurants of ARK Hills. Bon Odori starts at 18:00 with Yagura. They have great drummers and sound system.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a lottery after the Bon Odori. All attendants of Bon Odori are able to get a ticket.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station.
1. use Nanboku Line to Roppongi Icchome (8 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes281http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akasaka_hikawa_bon_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL195.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL195.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAkasaka Hikawa Bon MatsuriAkasaka Hikawa Matsuri (赤坂氷川祭) is the most important Matsuri of Akasaka Hikawa Shrine. It has also Bon Odori at Night. This Bon Odori is very unique. Geisha of Akasaka will join and dance Bon Odori. There are many food stands and they have great local beer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Bon Odori Start at 18:30 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station.
1. use Nanboku Line to Roppongi Icchome (8 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes332http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akasaka_hikawa_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL196.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL196.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAkasaka Hikawa MatsuriAkasaka Hikawa Matsuri(赤坂氷川祭) is the major Matsuri of Akasaka Hikawa Shrine. It happens in the middle of September. There are 15 Mikoshi carried by local people and 3 great Dashi, the parade floats. Mikoshi start at Akasaka Sakasu, then travel all towns of Akasaka to visit Hikawa Shrine. Then, each Mikoshi travel back to their own town.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
It happens in September 15 and around the weekend. There are many Matsuri food stands in the shrine during the festival.
All Mikoshi arrived at Hikawa Shrine at Noon. Then, carriers take break. They carry Mikoshi back to their own town.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station.
1. use Nanboku Line to Roppongi Icchome (12 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes300http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bon_odori_motoshinmeigu_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL197.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL197.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBon Odori at Motoshinmeigu ShrineBon Odori at Motoshinmeigu Shrine(元神明宮盆踊り)is one of Bon Odori Matsuri happens in the middle of September. This is small shrine, but they have great choice of Bon Odori. There are drummers for the dance. In the break time, you get free tea.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Bon Odori starts at 19:00 and finishs at 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station.
1. use Nanboku Line to Azabu Juban Icchome (8 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakuragi_shrine_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL198.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL198.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakuragi Shrine Bon OdoriSakuragi Shrine Bon Odori (桜木神社盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri which happens in the end of September. It happens at Kikuzaka of Hongo in Tokyo. Because this Bon Odori happens at Bunkyo ward, they play a couple of Bunkyo Bon Odori Songs.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Bon Odori starts at 21:00.
There are free tea service for all dancers.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchi line to Korakuen (16 min.)
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes277http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fiesta_mexicana/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL199.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL199.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFiesta MexicanaFiesta Mexicana (フィエスタ・メヒカーナ) in Odaiba Tokyo is one of the biggest Mexican festival in Tokyo. There are many great Mexican food and drinks. If you are big fun of Tequila and Taco, this festival offers what you want. Also, there are Mexican clothes and accessories, as well. In time to time, the great Mexican musicians play great songs.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No admission fee.
Sponsored by Embajada de Mexico.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinbashi Station.
1. use Yurikamome to Daiba.
yes363http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/namasute_india/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL200.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL200.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNamasute IndiaNamasute India (ナマステ・インディア) 2011 at Yoyogi Park is the biggest Indian festival in Japan. They have great Indian dance and music events, food stands which you can enjoy great tasty Indian foods, and Indian clothes and accessories. Also, you can buy great Indian curry paste, arts, craft works and incense.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No admission fee:
There are table for a lunch.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. walk north (15 min.)
yes327http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/higanbana_hibiya_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL201.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL201.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHiganbana in Hibiya ParkHibiya Park (日比谷公園) is one of Higanbana spot in Tokyo. Around the Autumn Equinox, Higanbama bloom beautiful red flowers. Higanbana is located mostly around Tennis courts.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. walk south west (15 min.)
yes208http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakurada_moat/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL202.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL202.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakurada MoatSakurada Moat (桜田濠) is one of the moats of Edo Castle. It is the largest moat of Edo castle which located between Sakurada mon Gate and Hanzo mon Gate. It is popular Higanbana spot in Tokyo as well. Especially, you can enjoy beautiful white Higanbana.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Be careful. There are many runners around the Imperial palace.
Never enter the moat.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Yurakucho. (1 min.)
2. use Yurakucho Line to Sakuradamon (3 min.)yes241http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakashi_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL203.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL203.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKakashi MatsuriKakashi Matsuri (かかし祭り) is a local Matsuri held in Higashi Azabu Shopping District. This Matsuri was started by Tohoku people who live in this town. There are many food stands which specialized in Tohoku, and other Matsuri Entertainments to enjoy!
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This Matsuri happens in the beginning of October.
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Roppongi Station.
1. use Toei Oedo Line to Akabanebashi.
2. walk west.
yes291http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/october_fest_yokohama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL151.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL151.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOctober Fest in YokohamaOctober Fest in Yokohama (オクトーバーフェスト) is one of the biggest Beer Festival in Japan. It happens at Akarenga Soko (Red Brick Storage). You can enjoy great German Beer, and Japanese Beer. There are about 70 different kinds of beers in this festival. The great performers from German plays great song and music.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen. No kids.
Open: 12:00 to 21:30 weekdays. 11:00 to 21:30 weekends.
From: the beginning of October to the middle of October.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Minatomirai Line to Nihonoodori.
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes301http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_edamame/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT091.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT091.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook EdamameEdamame (えだまめ) is the most popular beer appetizer in Japan. Edamame is green soybean. This is very simple food, but taste so nice with beer.
yes271http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minato_citizens_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL204.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL204.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMinato citizen festivalMinato citizen's festival (みなと区民まつり) is a city festival of Minato ward happen in early October at Shiba Park and Zojoji Temple. There are many events and food stands which you can enjoy food from all over Japan and all over the world. Also, at the entertainment stage, many dancers, singers and other kinds of performers play for the event. Also, this will be one of the last Bon Odori Event in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stands in this festival. Also, in Zojoji area and Toritsu Shiba park area, there are free market and bazaar.
On Sunday, there is music and dance parade from Daimon to Zojoji.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Daimon.
2. walk west.
yes506http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kabukicho_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL205.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL205.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKabukicho MatsuriKabukicho Matsuri (歌舞伎町まつり) is the last Bon Odori Matsuri in Tokyo. It happens in the middle of Kabukicho in early October. There is a dance demonstration between Bon Odori break time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The security of Kabukicho is very poor. Don't visit this Bon Odori with kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. walk north-east (10 min.)
yes329http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_kuri_gohan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT092.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT092.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Kuri GohanKuri Gohan (栗ご飯), chestnuts rice, is the popular delicacy of Japanese Autumn. In October, fresh chestnuts appear in a market, and Kuri Gohan is one of the way to enjoy Chestnuts. It is takikomi gohan, steaming with rice and ingredients in a rice cooker.
yes332http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyomizu_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKiyomizu TempleKiyomizu Temple (清水寺, kiyomizu-dera) is one of the most popular temples in Kyoto. Kiyomizu Temple was established in 778 by priest Enchin. It is one of the oldest temple in Japan. Therefore, there are many historically important buildings including National Treasures. Also, it is designated as one of UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kyoto. Over 1,200 years, It was highly respected as "Kiyomizu no Kannon-san."
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids.
Open: 6:00 to 18:00 (close early in winter, and later in summer)
It opens at night in limited period (check out the official web for detail)
No parking. No parking around the temple either.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Local bus (207 city bus) to Kiyomizu michi.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes316http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nijo_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNijo CastleNijo Castle (二条城, nijo-jo) is the flatland castle located in Kyoto. It is one of the most famous spot in Kyoto. Nijo-jo was built by Tokugawa Ieyasu for Shogun residence in Kyoto. 3rd Tokugawa Shogun, Iemitsu completed the construction in 1622. Nijo-jo has the great feature of Momoyama Style Culture and Art. As the castle of Kyoto, Nijo-jo appears in many historical scenes till the end of Edo period which is also known as Meiji Restoration. There are many historically important buildings including National Treasures. Also, it is designated as one of UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kyoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 600 for adult. 350 yen for junior and high school. 200 for elementally school. free for kids.
There is a group discount from 30 persons.
Open: 8:45 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:00)
Close at: Tuesday of Dec. Jan. Jul. Aug.
yes394http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/heian_jingu_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHeian Jingu ShrineHeian Jingu Shrine (平安神宮) is a grand shrine which enshrines Emperor Kanmu and Emperor Komei. It was established in 1895. Emperor Kanmu is the 50th emperor who moves the capital from Nara to Kyoto in 794. The history of Kyoto begins after this capital relocation. The design of Heian Jingu Shrine is based on the government office, Choshuden, of the capital Kyoto during Heian Period. The shrines has a splendid architecture with beautiful red masts and green roofs. There are beautiful Japanese gardens surrounding this shrine.
<b>Visitor's info</b>
Admission for the gardens (Shrine is free): 600 yen.
Open (Shrine): 6:00 to 17:00 (Mostly) Open all night during new year's eve through new year's day.
Open (Garden): 8:30 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use city bus (5) to Kyotokaikanbijutukan mae (20 min.)
2. walk north (4 min.)
yes383http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kennin_ji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKennin-ji TempleKennin-ji Temple (建仁寺) is the oldest Zen Temple in Kyoto. It was established by Priest Yousai in 1202. Priest Yousai traveled twice in China for his Buddhist practice. He brought tea from China. Therefore, he is the founder of Japanese tea.
Hojo Temple was moved from Ankokuji of Aki by Ekei in 1599. The Zen sect seeks the realization of this ideal through a strict training system stressing work and meditation. At present, there are three branches of Zen in Japan - the Rinzai, Soto, and Obaku schools. Kennin-ji belongs to the Rinzai tradition.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 300 yen for junior and high school.
Open: 10:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30), from Nov. to end of Feb. open till 16:00.
There is a parking. 200 yen for 30 min. (one hour free for visitors.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use city bus 206 or 100 to Gion.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes348http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimogamo_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShimogamo ShrineKamomiyao Shrine (賀茂御祖神社), a.k.a Shimogamo Shrine (下鴨神社) is one of the most important shrine in Kyoto. Shimogamo Shrine is located northern Kyoto around Kamo river. It enshrines Kamotaketsune no Mikoto who legend said established Kyoto. The main shrines are registered as National Treasure, and the entire site of Shimogamo Shrine is designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was highly respected for making great relationships and rearing children.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Karasuma Line to Oike.
2. use Tozai Line to Sanjo.
3. use Keihan Line to Demachi Yanagi.
4. walk north (10 min.)
yes270http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gion/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGionGion (祇園) is one of the most popular tourist spot in Kyoto. It is located eastern Kyoto around Yasaka Shrine. There are many Kyoto style houses which also used for restaurant, teahouse, and hotels, and most of them are established restaurants and hotels. Those houses and their area are preserved as the important historical buildings and historical Scenic Beauty. Therefore, the famous scenery of Kyoto is actually the view of Gion. Gion is the best place to walk around with Kimono in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or public bathroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use city bus 206 or 100 to Gion.
2. walk (5 min.)
yes315http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ishibei_koji_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIshibei Koji StreetIshibei Koji Street (石塀小路) is one of the popular street in Kyoto. The street itself is very narrow which makes this view of this street very Kyoto. Ishibei literary means Stone moat. Because the houses on this street have beautiful stone walls, it was named "the narrow street with stone walls." The entire scenery of this street and houses are preserved as the important historical buildings.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The entrance is 3rd or 4th street from the main gate of Yasaka Shrine.
Watch your steps. This street is actually a slope.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use city bus 206 or 100 to Gion.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes181http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nenes_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNene StreetNene's Street (ねねの道, nenenomichi) is one of the best known streets in Kyoto. It is located in front of Kodaiji Temple, that was built by Nene for her husband Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Nene also built Entokuin Temple. Those two temples she built for Hideyoshi are both alongside of the Nene's street. The view of Nene's street is considered as the most apparent view of Kyoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or public restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use city bus 206 or 100 to Gion.
2. walk (15 min.)yes170http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ninenzaka_sannen_zaka/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNinen-zaka and Sannen-ZakaNinen-zaka and Sannen-Zaka (二念坂・産寧坂) are great shopping streets around eastern Kyoto, between Gion and Kiyomizu Temple. There are many food shops, restaurants and gift shops which offers you the taste of Kyoto. Both streets also have great Kyoto style view with traditional buildings. Those buildings are registered as the preserved area with important historical buildings. So, they are definitely one of the best streets for walking around with Kimono in Kyoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or public restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Local bus (207 city bus) to Kiyomizu michi.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes356http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyomizu_michi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKiyomizu-michiKiyomizu-michi(清水道) is a street leading to Kiyomizu temple which is one of the most popular temple in Kyoto. This street is one of the most popular tourist spot in Kyoto. There are many gift shops, food stands, restaurants and cafe on this street. The main feature of this street is Nama-Yatsuhashi. Nama-Yatsuhashi is the most popular Kyoto Sweets. There are many Nama-Yatsuhashi shop on this street.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are about 25 food shops, sweet shops, restaurants, and gift shops.
No restroom or parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Local bus (207 city bus) to Kiyomizu michi.
yes182http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fushimi_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFushimi CastleFushimi Castle (伏見城, fushimijo) is a hilltop castle located in southern Kyoto Prefecture. It was built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in 1592. Hideyoshi built this castle for his after retirement. In 1598, Hideyoshi died at this castle. After his death, Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to this castle. During the battle of Sekigahara, Torii, samurai of Ieyasu, protected this castle. However, he was defeated by Ishida Mitsunari. It was abandoned in 1619, and many buildings are moved to Kyoto. Current Tenshu-kaku was reconstructed in 1964. It is popular Sakura spot in Kyoto.
<b> Tourist Info.</b>
Park is open for all day, but Tenshu-kaku is closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use JR Nara Line to Momoyama.
2. walk north (15 min.)
yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gion_shinmachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGion ShinmachiGion Shinmachi (祗園新町) is located the northern area around Shirakawa river and Shinbashi street. This area is one of the best scenery of Gion. The view of this area is preserved as the important historical buildings. The view of Tatsumi Bridge is one of the best view of Kyoto. Beside the Shirakawa River, there are many established restaurants.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or public restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use city bus 206 or 100 to Gion.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes241http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_koji_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami-Koji StreetHanami-Koji Street (花見小路) is the main street of Gion. It runs from north to south about 1km long. South side of Shijo Street is one of the most famous spot in Kyoto. There are many Kyoto style houses which are also very established restaurants, tea houses and hotels. This is one of the best streets for walking around with Kimono in Kyoto.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There is no parking or public restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use city bus 206 or 100 to Gion.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kisibojin_oeshiki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL206.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL206.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKisibojin OeshikiKisibojin Oeshiki (鬼子母神・御会式) is one of the major Matsuri happen in the middle of October. It is the religious ritual of Nichiren Buddhism. There are many huge hand carry lanterns with paper Sakukra. The huge lantern is called "Mando." They parade from Ikebukuro Station, to Kishibojin Temple. The light of lanterns is just like sweeping Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This festival happens from October 16 to 18. At the last day, they will parade from Ikebukuro Station to Kishibojin temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station.
1. walk east (2 min.)
yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokosuka_mikoshi_parade/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL152.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL152.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYokosuka Mikoshi ParadeYokosuka Mikoshi Parade (横須賀神輿パレード) is Mikoshi Matsuri happens in October at Yokosuka. All Mikoshi of Yokosuka and Miura gather at Yokosukachuo Station, and they parade all the way to Yokosuka US Navy Base. They finished inside of the base and have friendship festival there. It is very unique and exciting to see the great collaboration of American and Japanese culture. There are over 70 Mikoshi including special Mikoshi of Yokosuka Navy Base and Japanese self-defese force.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is baggage-check to enter the base.
There are many great food stand which you can enjoy American food.
Access only permitted area.
No parking, and streets will be closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Chuo Station.
1. walk (1 min.)
yes403http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsushika_industrial_fair/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL207.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL207.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKatsushika Industrial FairKatsushika Industrial Fair (葛飾区産業フェア) is a public event which represent all industrial products and craftworks of Katsushika ward. There are many fresh local products, such as vegetables, Sake and plants. In craftworks section, there are demonstrations by local craftmen of Katsushika. You can also buy those craftworks.
<b>Event Info.</b>
This event happens in the middle of October at Katsuhika Techno Plaza.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nippori Station.
1. use Keisei Line to Aoto.
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes434http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ara_river_cosmos_road/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL049.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL049.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAra River Cosmos RoadAra River Cosmos Road (荒川コスモス街道) is the most popular Cosmos Spot in Kanto. On the riverside, there are over 10 million flowers which bloom in the middle of October. The beautiful pink flowers cover all over the field.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. JR Takasaki Line to Fukiage
2. take bus to Kosumosuarina
yes335http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoshimi_town_cosmos/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL050.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL050.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYoshimi Town CosmosYoshimi Town Cosmos (吉見町コスモス) is one of Cosmos Spot in Saitama. There are 6 million flowers which bloom in the middle of October.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. JR Takasaki Line to Konosu Station.
2. use bus to Yoshimi Shiyakuso.
3. walk east (10min.)
yes260http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hana_no_oasis/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL051.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL051.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHana no OasisHana no Oasis (花のオアシス) is a flower park with beautiful Clary and Marrygold. It is located in Konosu, Saitama. In the middle of October, over 15,000 clary and 5,000 marrygold bloom rich colored flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. JR Takasaki Line to Kita Konosu Station.
2. walk east (20 min)
yes221http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_tankobushi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT083.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT083.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance Tankobushi Tankobushi (炭坑節) is the most popular Bon Odori Song. All Bon Odori Matsuri always play this song. So, it is this basic and simple dance which everyone can dance easily.
Tankobushi
"The song of Coal Miners"
(walk counterclockwise)
Song: Masao Suzuki.
Level: 01 Very Easy
Type: Basic
yes121http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_tokyo_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT084.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT084.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance Tokyo OndoTokyo Ondo (東京音頭) is one of the most popular Bon Odori song in Tokyo. It is very easy dance, so it plays many other place as well.
Tokyo Ondo
"Tokyo Dance Song"
(walk counterclockwise)
Song: Kouta Katsutaro Mishima Hitokoe.
Level: 01 Very Easy
Type: Basic
yes98http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_shin_sakura_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT079.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT079.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance Shin Sakura OndoShin Sakura Ondo (新さくら音頭) is one of Bon Odori Song. Its dance is little faster.
「新さくら音頭」"Shin Sakura Ondo
作詞作曲:荒木 栄 by Sakae Araki
Level: 03 Normal
Type: Rhythmical
yes140http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_kawachi_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT089.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT089.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance Kawachi OndoKawachi Ondo (河内音頭) is local song of Osaka. Its dance is very difficult, especially the step. Once you got the steps, it is very fun dance.
Level: 05 Expert
Type: Rhythmical
yes140http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_tourism_kiku_flower_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL208.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL208.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTokyo Tourism Kiku Flower FestivalTokyo Tourism Kiku Flower Festival (東京都観光菊花大会) is a Kiku Flower exhibition happens at Hibiya Park in the beginning of November. Kiku, chrysanthemum, is one of the main flowers of Japanese Autumn. There are about 2,000 highly cultivated Kiku Flowers in this festival. You can enjoy many different kinds of Kiku Flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No admission fee.
Period: from Nov. 1 to Nov. 23.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchu line to Kasumigaseki.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes249http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/imperial_kiku_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL211.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL211.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe garden of Imperial Kiku flowerThe garden of Kiku, the Imperial Flower (皇室ゆかりの菊花壇), happens at Shinjuku Gyoen National Gaeden in the beginning to middle of November. Kiku, chrysanthemum, is one main flowers of Japanese Autumn. It is also considered as Japanese Imperial Flower. Mamy highly cultivated Kiku flowers are exhibited around the Japanese Garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: from Nov. 1 to Nov. 15.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use Marunouchi line to Shinjuku Gyoen mae.
2. walk (3 min)
yes352http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yushima_shrine_kiku_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL210.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL210.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYushima Shrine Kiku MatsuriYushima Shrine Kiku Matsuri (湯島天神菊まつり) is one of popular chrysanthemum in Tokyo. It happens from Nov. 1 to Nov 23. Kiku, chrysanthemum, is one of the main flowers of Japanese Autumn. There are about 2,000 highly cultivated Kiku Flowers in this festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No admission fee.
Open: from 6:00 to sunset
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Yamanote line to Okachimaci
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes179http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiba_rikyu_october_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL209.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL209.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOctober Sakura in Shiba RikyuGarden (芝離宮十月桜, juugatsu zakura) is beautiful Winter Sakura. This Sakura blooms twice a year: Spring and Winter. In winter, it blooms from the end of October to the middle of January. If you missed Sakura in April, enjoy winter Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 150 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Hamamatsucho.
2. walk east (1 min.)yes174http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinjuku_akari_art_expo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL212.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL212.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAkari Art Expo in ShinjukuAkari Art Expo in Shinjuku (新宿あかりアート展) happens in early November at Moa 4th Street of Shinjuku. Akari Art is the art of light created by Mono Washi Paper. About 26 art works from the previous exhibitions at Mino will be displayed under the light of city.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a shop which sells Washi products.
Light-up starts around 4:00p.m. and finish at 9:00p.m.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. walk east (5 min.)
yes308http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asakusa_kiku_show/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL213.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL213.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAsakusa Kiku Flower ShowAsakusa Kiku Flower Show (淺草菊花展) is popular Kiku Matsuri in Tokyo. It happens at Sensoji from the middle of Oct. to the muddle of Nov. Kiku, chrysanthemum, is one of the main flowers of Japanese Autumn. There are about 1,000 highly cultivated Kiku Flowers in this festival. Some of them are seeded and nursed by local children.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can also buy the flowers and nursery plants.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Ginza Line to Asakusa.
2. walk north (5 min.).
yes245http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_tohoku_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT080.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT080.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance Tohoku OndoTohoku Ondo (東北音頭) is popular Bon Odori Song of Tohoku region. It is normal speed and simple move.
Song: Hashi Yukio
(counter clockwise)
Level: 02
Type: easy
yes160http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_kawachi_otokobushi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT082.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT082.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance Kawachi OtokobushiKawachi Otokobushi (河内おとこ節) is one of Bon Odori Song. It is the song of Osaka, but it plays widely even in Tokyo. It is very rhythmical dance.
Song: Mitsuko Nakamura.
(counter clockwise)
Level: 03
Type: rhythmical
yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_yukata_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT086.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT086.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance Yukata OndoYukata Ondo (ゆかた音頭) is a popular Bon Odori Song. This is very unique dance because it uses Uchiwa, a fan.
Yukata Ondo
"Yukata Dance Song"
Song: Masao Suzuki.
use paper fan on right hand
(walk counterclockwise)
Level: 04
Type: Uchiwa
yes187http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_oedo_tokyo_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT088.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT088.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance Oedo Tokyo OndoOedo Tokyo Ondo (大江戸東京音頭) is one of new Bon Odori song. It is the remix version of Tokyo Ondo. However, the dance is very speedy and different from Tokyo Ondo.
Oedo Tokyo Ondo
"Oedo Tokyo Dance Song"
Song: Akiko Yoshida.
(walk counterclockwise)
Level: 04
Trpe: rhythmical
yes210http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamanashi_panorama_hilltop/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL054.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL054.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfPanorama HilltopPanorama Hilltop (パノラマ台, panoramadai) is a mountain located between Lake Motosu and Lake Shoji. The altitude of the summit is 1325m and it has great view of Mt. Fuji and panorama view of north side of Mt. Fuji including Lake Motosu and Lake Shoji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are two entrances to the summit, from lake Shoji and from lake Motosu. Both entrance has bus stop, but very few buses stop there. There is parking on lake Shoji side.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use Fujikyu Bus to Panoramadai.
yes202http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyo_lake_motosu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL055.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL055.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyo of lake MotosuKoyo of lake Motosu (本栖湖紅葉) is very beautiful. In the beginning of November, trees around lake Motosu will change their color to beautiful autumn leaves. Especially, Tokai Shizen Road offers great Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
South side of Lake Motosu has beautiful Koyo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use Fujikyu Bus to Lake Motosu.
yes311http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_sai_wild_bird_forest/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL056.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL056.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake Sai Forest Park of Wild BirdsLake Sai Park Forest of Wild Bird (西湖野鳥の森公園, saikoyachonomorikouen) is a park located west side of Lake Sai. In this park, you can enjoy bird watching all though the year. It has also great view of Mt. Fuji. There is a restaurant and gallery where also you can enjoy bird watching from warm room in winter.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
No admission fee.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use Saiko Aokigahara retoro bus to Saikoyachonomorikouen.
yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_sai_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL057.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL057.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyo of Lake SaiKoyo of Lake Sai (西湖紅葉) is very popular Autumn spot around Mt. Fuji. In the beginning of November, you can enjoy beautiful Koyo, the autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Because Lake Sai is the favorite place for summer camps and training, many hotels have various kinds of facilities such as tennis coat, music hole, gymnasium. There are also many exciting caves.
<b>Access </b>
0. at Kawaguchiko St.
1. Use local bus to Saiko (30 min.)
yes238http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/summary_gujo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF039.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF039.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGujo SummarizedGujo (郡上) is a castle town located in the middle of Gifu Prefecture. The city of Gujo is surrounded by mountains. It is well known as the castle town with pure water and dance. There are many traditional houses including a castle. The scenery of castle town is well preserved and offers great time traveling to Edo Period. Also, the pure water from springs, canal and river give tourist very peaceful moment. The history and tradition, such as Gujo Odori, of over 400 years still live in Gujo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking.
Downtown is very small and all spots are walking distance.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
yes409http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gero_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF051.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF051.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGero OnsenGero Onsen is one of the most famous Onsen in Japan. It is located middle eastern Gifu Prefecture. It was considered as top three Onsen during Muromachi period. Famous priest of Kyoto recommended Gero, Kusatsu and Arima were the best Onsen in Japan. Today, Gero Onsen is still one of the most popular Onsen and many tourist visit and enjoy Onsen. Gero is located in the valley, therefore it offers great nature and nostalgic view of Japan. There are many Onsen hotels, public Onsen and free foot Onsen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Prepare towel for foot Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tajimi Station.
1. use JR Ota Line to Mino-Ota (30 min.)
2. use JR Takayama Line to Gero (1 hr. 20 min.)
yes240http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sample_kobo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF042.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF042.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSample KoboSample Kobo (さんぷる工房) is a factory which produces fake foods. It is located in Gujo, Gifu. Their studio is open so that you can see making fake food. At the store section, you can buy fake food for your gifts. Not, only gifts for your souvenir, you can buy real fake food which you can display show window at your restaurants. Tempura, Ramen, Sushi, Beer and other are look real. Also, Sample Kobo has an experiencing making fake food.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
Close: Thursday.
Experiencing making fake dessert:
Price: 850 yen.
You must make a reservation.
Telephone Reservation Only: 0575-67-1870
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
3. walk south.
yes405http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gujo_hachiman_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF040.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF040.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGujo-Hachiman CastleGujo-Hachiman Castle (郡上八幡城) is a hilltop castle located Gujo, Gifu. It was built in 1559 by Endo Morikazu. It is the symbol of Gujo city. All the stone walls are registered as historical assets of Gifu. Current Tenshu-kaku was reconstructed in 1933. It is one of very few wooden reconstructed castles in Japan. On the top floor of Tenshu-kaku, you can enjoy great view of Gujo city.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking, but no large car and trucks are allowed.
Admission for Tenshu-kaku museum: 300 yen for adult, 150 yen for kids. There is a group discount from 20 persons.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30 ( open till 18:00 during summer).
Close: from Dec 20 to Jan 10.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
3. walk east.
yes273http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gujo_castle_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF041.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF041.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCastle Town of GujoCastle Town of Gujo (郡上の城下町) remains great Edo style scenery. There are many traditional houses including a castle. Its view of castle town offers tourist great Edo walking. Some of the houses, temples streets and canals are exist since Edo period. Even today, the scenery of castle town is preserved well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
yes273http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gero_gassho_village/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF052.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF052.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGassho Village of Gero OnsenGassho Village of Gero Onsen (下呂温泉合掌村) is the open-air Gassho style house museum located in Gero Onsen. There are 10 Gassho Houses removed from Shirakawa-go and other places. They restores the site of middle age village of Japan. Inside of Gassho Houses also displays the lifestyle and tools of those old ages. Some of the houses have experiencing Japanese traditional craft works such as ceramics. The eastern area of this village is called "Saijiki no Mori," literary means the forest of seasons' events. You can enjoy seasonable flowers, especially Sakura there is very beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 800 yen for adult, 400 yen for kids. There is a group discount from 30 persons.
Theatre: 300 yen.
The slide: 100 yen. (minimum age 3)
Open: 8:30 to 17:00
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tajimi Station.
1. use JR Ota Line to Mino-Ota (30 min.)
2. use JR Takayama Line to Gero (1 hr. 20 min.)
3. use local bus to Gasshomura.
yes431http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hotel_gujo_hachiman_dance/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF050.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF050.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGujo Dance at Hotel Gujo HachimanHotel Gujo Hachiman (ホテル郡上八幡) offers the dance lecture of Gujo Dance (郡上おどり). Gujo Odori is one of the most famous folk dance in Japan. There are 10 different dances, and most of them are played widely in Japan at Bon Odori Matsuri in summer. Hotel Gujo Hachiman has free dance lecture for their guests at night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Time of the lecture: 9:00p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
For guests only.
It has live music.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gujo-Hachiman Station.
1. use shuttle bus to Hotel Gujo Hachiman.
yes281http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gero_shirataki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF055.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF055.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGero Shirataki FallsShirataki Falls (白滝) is one of waterfalls of Yokotani Vally, Gifu prefecture. It is 17m tall waterfalls. There are 3 other waterfalls near this falls. Its hiking corse to see all ofthem offers nice walking with beautiful nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
need a car.
From Gero Onsen, drive route 256 to Michinoeki Hidakanayamanukumorinosato. Pass it and drive till Shirayama shrine. (40 min. from Gero Onsen)
yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otaki_cavern/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF044.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF044.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOtaki CavernOtaki Cavern (大滝鍾乳洞) is one of the largest cave in Tokai region. It is located in Gujo, Gifu prefecture. The entire site is over 7km long and 700m of the area is opened. There is a 30m tall underground waterfalls which explains that stalactites are still actively growing. That underground waterfalls, called Otaki, is the tallest underground waterfalls in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 1000 yen for adult. junior 800 yen. kid 500 yen. There is a group discount from 15 persons.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00
There is a parking.
Tour takes about 30 min.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. take a taxi to Otakishonyudo (15 min.)
yes279http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jionzen_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF043.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF043.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJionzen-ji TempleJionzen-ji Temple (慈恩禅寺) is Rinzai Zen temple located in Gujo, Gifu prefecture. This temple was established in 1606 by the castle lord, Endo Yoshitaka. He invided Priest Hanzan from Kyoto. There are graves of Endo clan in this temple. It has a beautiful Japanese Zen garden called "Tesso-en." It is very famous Koyo spot in Gujo.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
No photo graph and Video Camera. DO NOT take Photograph and Video tape.
There is no parking.
Admission: 300 yen for adult. 200 for under junior.
Close: on winter.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access.</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
3. walk south (10 min.)
yes276http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kokin_denju_sato/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF045.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF045.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKokin Denju no SatoKokin Denju no Sato (古今伝授の里) is a field museum and Wakashu Museum located Gujo, Gifu prefecture. There are several museums which represent the art of Japanese traditional poems, called Kokin Wakashu. In those museum, either you know or not, you can still enjoy Waka by watching its art. The restaurants and tea houses here offers great relaxing moment with beautiful nature. The entire site of the field is also the museum. Many arts are displayed in the field.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Admission for the museum of Waka and memorial museum of To clan: 300 yen for adult, 100 for kids. There is a group discount.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to Tokunaga Station.
2. walk east (30 min.)
yes306http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sougisui/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF046.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF046.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSougisuiSougisui (宗祇水) is a spring of Gujo. It is the first registered 100 best water in Japan. It is also the historical site of Gujo. Two famous poets in Muromachi period in 1471 wrote poems for their farewell at this spring. The view around this spring is very beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can drink this water. So, never touch directly this water. Use a scoop which placed at this place.
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
3. walk south.
yes87http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gujo_saito_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF047.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF047.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGujo Saito MuseumSaito Museum (齋藤美術館) is a museum of tea sets and tea related arts located in Gujo, Gifu prefecture. The house of the museum is also the national cultural assets. Saito Family was very strong merchant. This museum displays all their treasures. Also, they are famous tea masters. Front side of the house is also a tea cafe.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids. There is a group discount from 20 persons.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (till 18:00 on August)
Close on Thursday expect August.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
3. walk south.
yes214http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/omodaka_folk_craft_musem/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF048.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF048.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOmodaka Folk Craft MusemOkumino Omodaka House Folk Craft Musem (奥美濃おもだか家民芸館) is located Gujo, Gifu prefecture. It is folk craft museum which displays the local craft works, arts and daily tools. At the front side of the house is used Kimono and gift shops.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 250 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
3. walk south.
yes213http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gujo_hachiman_castle_night/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF049.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF049.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGujo-Hachiman Castle at nightGujo-Hachiman Castle (郡上八幡城) has a beautiful light-up at night in the beginning of November when Momiji is having Koyo. In this time, Tenshu-kaku is also open at night. The castle at night is so beautiful and Momiji of this castle are very popular in Gifu Prefecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up: from sunset to 21:00
Most likely from November 5th to middle of November.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
3. walk east
yes116http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gero_onsen_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF053.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF053.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGero Onsen MuseumOnsen Museum from Gero (下呂発温泉博物館) is a Onsen museum located in Gero Onsen. This museum explains 5 topics: the science of Onsen. Culture of Onsen. Welcome to Gero Onsen. Dr. Onsen. and Onsen Challenge. This is one of few museum which explains about Onsen from aspects of culture and science in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids. There is a group discount from 10 persons.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tajimi Station.
1. use JR Ota Line to Mino-Ota (30 min.)
2. use JR Takayama Line to Gero (1 hr. 20 min.)
3. walk east (20 min.)
yes367http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/futami_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF054.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF054.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFutami FallsFutami Falls (二見滝) is one of waterfalls of Yokotani Vally, Gifu prefecture. It is two-step falls with 9m in total. There are 3 other waterfalls near this falls. Its hiking corse to see all ofthem offers nice walking with beautiful nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
need a car.
From Gero Onsen, drive route 256 to Michinoeki Hidakanayamanukumorinosato. Pass it and drive till Shirayama shrine. (40 min. from Gero Onsen)
yes80http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF056.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF056.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyo FallsKoyo Falls (紅葉滝) is one of waterfalls of Yokotani Vally, Gifu prefecture. It is 9m tall waterfalls. There are 3 other waterfalls near this falls. Its hiking corse to see all ofthem offers nice walking with beautiful nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
need a car.
From Gero Onsen, drive route 256 to Michinoeki Hidakanayamanukumorinosato. Pass it and drive till Shirayama shrine. (40 min. from Gero Onsen)
yes82http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yanaka_water_path/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF057.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF057.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYanaka water pathYanaka water path(やなか水のこみち, yanakamizunokomichi) is a small Kyoto style back street of Gujo. It is considered as the best scenery of Gujo city. This small street has a beautiful canal to represent the city of pure water. This beautiful bath exisit since Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Be careful. Cars also use this small street.
There are three local museums surrounding this path.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. use Etsuminan Line to GujoHachiman (44 min.)
2. use local bus to downtown.
3. walk south.
yes131http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yabusame_zushi_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL153.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL153.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYabusame at Zushi beachYabusame at Zushi beach (逗子海岸流鏑馬) is one of Yabusame ceremony in Kanagawa. It happens in the end of November. Yabusame is a traditional Japanese horseback archery started in 1199 by 2nd Kamakura Shogun, Minamoto no Yoriie. There are two major Yabusame style in Japan. In Zushi Yabusame, Takeda-ryu Yabusame demonstrate their horseback archery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The ritual reception and Samura parade start at 10:20 at Kameoka Shrine. They parade all shopping area of Zushi Station.
Yabusame Start at 13:00 at Zushi Beach.
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Zushi.
yes259http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koshu_road_gingko_avenue/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL214.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL214.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoshu Road Gingko AvenueKoshu Road Gingko Avenue (甲州街道いちょう並木, koshukaido ichounamiki) is famous Gingko Avenue in Tokyo. Koshu Road is the street which connects Tokyo and Kofu. On Koshu Road between Hachioji station and Takao Station, approximately 4km long, there are about 760 Gingko trees. At the end of November to the beginning of December, they will have beautiful Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It will be nice walking to mt. Takao from Nishi-Hachioji Station where also has beautiful Koyo at the same time.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nishi-Hachioji or Takao Station.
2. walk (1 min.)
yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_agedashi_dofu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT094.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT094.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Agedashi DofuAgedashi Dofu (揚げ出し豆腐) is deep fried tofu with Dashi sauce. It is one of the most popular Izakaya appetizer. It is the vege-food, very easy to cook, very healthy and very tasty.
yes406http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_Yagibushi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT087.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT087.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance YagibushiYagibushi (八木節) is very popular Bon Dance song. It is local song of Gunma pref. It is very simple rhythmical dance.
"Song of Yagi"
(walk counterclockwise)
Level: 01 Easy
Type: Rhythmical
yes127http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_dai_tokyo_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT085.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT085.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance Dai Tokyo OndoDai Tokyo Ondo (大東京音頭) is very popular Bon Odori song in Tokyo. The move is slow, but there are many moves. It's is very joyful dance.
Dai Tokyo Ondo.
"Great Tokyo Dance Song"
(walk counterclockwise)
Song: Yoshio Hashi, Akiko Kanazawa
Level: 02
Type: Slow
yes168http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_omikoshi_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT081.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT081.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance Omikoshi OndoOmikoshi Ondo (おみこし音頭) is Bon Odori song which imitate the action of carrying Mikoshi.
Song: Masao Suzuki, Michiko Fuji.
(walk counterclockwise)
Level: 03 Normal
Type: Hands & Steps
yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_koyo_meguro_river/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL215.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL215.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura Koyo of Meguro riverSakura of Meguro river (目黒川の紅葉) is not only beautiful in April, but also they have stunning beauty of Koyo in the end of November. There are about 830 Sakura, Someiyoshino, at the river between Meguro Station and Ikejiriohashi Station.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Best view spots: Between Nakamegro Station and Meguro Station. The entire site is about 3.8 km long.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Nakameguro (4 min.)
2. walk (5 min.)
yes220http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koishikawa_korakuen_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL216.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL216.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyo at Koishikawa Korakuen Koyo of Koishikawa Korakuen Garden (小石川後楽園の紅葉) is very beautiful Autumn scenery. There are hundreds of Momiji trees in this garden, and in the end of November, they will turn to a beautiful Koyo.
Tourist Info.
Admission fee: 300 yen.
Open: 9:00 to 18:00 (during Sakura Season)
No Hanami Party.
Access
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use JR Chuo Line to Suidobashi
2. walk north west (10 min.)
yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otori_shrine_torinoichi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL217.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL217.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTorinoichi at Otori ShrineTorinoichi at Otori Shrine (鷲神社酉の市) in Asakusa is the biggest and most popular Torinoichi in Tokyo. Torinoichi of Otori Shrine happens twice or three times a year in November since Edo period. It is Matsuri which also sales Kumade, one the Shinto Lucky items. Thousands of people worship at this shrine in Matsuri and buy Kumade for their business fortune. Kumade is one of lucky item in Japanese tradition. It shapes a claws of falconine which represents gathering luck and wealth. There are many Kumade shops sales unique Kumade. None of them has the same figure.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. It will be very crowded.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Hibiya Line to Iriya (4 min.)
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes172http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sumida_river_art_site_crusing/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL218.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL218.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfArt Site Crusing at Sumida RiverArt Site Crusing at Sumida River (アートサイトクルージング) is a tourist project sponsored by Sumida and Taito ward. During Oct. and Nov., there is art demostration around Asakusa. Those arts are designed by the students of Tokyo Art University.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This art event is sponsored by Tokyo Art University. In November, at the Kaminarimon Town, there is a small outside art exhibition. Every year they will have different art.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa Station.
1. walk west (15 min.)
yes125http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kokkai_zentei_japanese_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL219.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL219.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKokkai Zentei Japanese GardenKokkai Zentei Japanese Garden (国会前庭 日本庭園) is located in front of Japanese Parliament House. This garden was used to be the house of Kuki clan during Edo period. This garden is a typical circuit style garden with pond. In Autumn, it has beautiful Koyo, Autumn leaves. This garden is also surrounded by Gingko trees. They will also have great Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom. no parking.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
Admission: Free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchi Line to Kokaigijidomae.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kokkai_zentei_western_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL220.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL220.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKokkai Zentei Western GardenKokkai Zentei Western Garden (国会前庭 西洋庭園) is located in front of Japanese Parliament House. This western style garden was used to be the house of Ii clan. There is Tower clock which symbolizes the division of powers. In this garden, there is Memorial Museum of Parliament. There is also Tokyo Peil.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission for Memorial Museum of Parliament: Free.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchi Line to Kokaigijidomae.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes139http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rikugien_koyo_lighten_up/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL221.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL221.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRikugien Koyo lighten-upRikugien (六義園) has lighten up Koyo at the end of November when its leaves are having beautiful Autumn leaves. The Lighten up Koyo is the beautiful collaboration of traditional Japanese garden and modern arts. Every year, they have different sets of the art of light.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen.
Light-up: from middle of November to the beginning of December.
Time: from sunset to 21:00.
During this light-up, the northern gate opens.
yes319http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jingugaien_gingko_avenue/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL222.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL222.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Gingko Avenue of JingugaienThe Gingko Avenue of Jingugaien (神宮外苑銀杏並木) is one of the most famous Gingko spot in Tokyo. There are four rows of Gingko trees, 146 trees in total. In the beginning of December, they will have beautiful Koyo. Many people enjoy this splendid yellow view during the season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Ginza Line to Aoyamaicchome.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes243http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_avenue_aoyama_cemetery/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL223.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL223.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura Avenue of Aoyama CemeterySakura Avenue of Aoyama Cemetery (青山公園桜並木) is the very famous Sakura spot in Tokyo. In the end of November to the beginning of December, it has beautiful Koyo, the Autumn leaves. This avenue offers a beautiful tunnel of cherry blossom in April and red tunnel in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
Do not enter the cemetery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Ginza Line to Gaienmae.
2. walk south-east (5 min.)
yes161http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_yaki_onigiri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT095.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT095.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Yaki-OnigiriYaki-Onigiri (焼きおにぎり) is a grilled rice ball with soy sauce or miso flavor. It is one of the most popular Izakaya appetizer. Most likely, people at Izakaya eat Yaki-Onigiri at the end.
yes390http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/musashino_park_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL224.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL224.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyo in Musashino ParkMusashino Park (武蔵野公園) is located in Fuchu and Koganei city, Tokyo. It is forest park which has beautiful Koyo, Autumn leaves, in the beginning of December. Because it is forest park, there are various kinds of Koyo trees, especially its Momiji is very famous.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chofu Station.
1. use Bus to Musashinokoen.
yes375http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koganei_park_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL225.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL225.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyo in Koganei ParkKoganei Park (小金井公園) is located in Koganei city, Tokyo. It is one of the best Sakura spot in Tokyo. In Autumn, it is also very popular Koyo spots. There are many Koyo trees, especially its Gingko is very beautiful. In the beginning of December, you can enjoy the end of Autumn and arrival of winter.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kichijoji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Musashikoganei.
2. use Seibu Bus to Kobaneikoennishiguchi.
yes375http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoyogi_park_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL226.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL226.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyo in Yoyogi parkYoyogi park (代々木公園) has great Gingko forest which has splendid Koyo in the end of November to the beginning of December. Many people visit this park and enjoy golden carpet of Gingko leaves. There are also many other Koyo trees, such as Momiji and Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku.
2. walk west (3 min.)
yes366http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inokashira_park_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL227.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL227.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyo of Inokashira ParkKoyo of Inokashira Park (井の頭公園の紅葉) is very beautiful. There are many Momiji, Japanese maples, in Inokashira park, and they will change their color to beautiful bright red. Also, Sakura will have great Koyo. Not only those famous Koyo trees, but also there are many other Koyo trees because it is natural forest park of Tokyo. In the pond of the park, you can enjoy boat riding and sightseeing Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
Boat riding: 600 yen per hour.
Cycling boat: 600 yen per 30 min.
Swan boat: 700 yen per 30 min.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kichijoji Station.
1. walk south (5 min.)
yes310http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_kameyama_koyo_cruising/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL036.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL036.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake Kameyama Koyo CruisingLake Kameyama Koyo Cruising (亀山湖 紅葉狩りクルーズ) offers the best Koyo tour around Tokyo. It is about 40 min. cruising which travel to the deep side of the lake. Those spots are inaccessible by walking or car. There is two cruising, Inokawa river cruise and Sasagawa river cruise. This video is Sasagawa river cruising.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This event happens around middle of November to the beginning of December.
You can ride at the rental boat place.
Time: 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00
Admission: 1000 yen.
There are parking.
There is restroom at piers.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu Station.
1. use JR Kururi Line to Kazusa Kameyama (1 hr. 12 min.)
2. walk south (20 min.)
yes328http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inokawa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL034.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL034.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfInokawa ValleyInokawa Valley (猪ノ川渓谷) is located in Boso Peninsula. It has great Koyo at the beginning of December. Inokawa valley has many Momiji, Japanese maples, therefore, during the autumn, the valley is going to be colored with splendid bright red.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no restroom.
You can park at the entrance of Kazusa no mori.
Cation: Road is very narrow, so watch out cars.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu Station.
1. use JR Kururi Line to Kazusa Kameyama (1 hr. 12 min.)
2. walk south east (1 hr.)
yes326http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurotaki_fall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL035.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL035.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKurotaki FallKurotaki Falls (黒滝) is located Inokawa Valley, Chiba pref. It is 4 steps waterfalls. In the end of November to the beginning of December, it has beautiful Koyo around the fallls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no restroom.
You can park at the entrance of Kazusa no mori.
Cation: Road is very narrow, so watch out cars.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisarazu Station.
1. use JR Kururi Line to Kazusa Kameyama (1 hr. 12 min.)
2. walk south east (1 hr. 30 min.)
yes147http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyo_yoro_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL037.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL037.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyo of Yoro ValleyKoyo of Yoro Valley (養老渓谷の紅葉) is one of the famous Koyo in Kanto. Yoro Valley is located in the middle of Boso Peninsula, Chiba prefecture. On the riverside of Yoro river, there is a beautiful hiking course and you can enjoy stunning view of red valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can start hiking from Yorokeikoku station, and end at Awamata Falls. There is a bus to head back to the station. It will take entire day hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisaradu Station.
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Goi (21 min.)
3. use Obatatetsudo Line to Yorokeikoku (1 hr.)
yes351http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_kameyama_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL038.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL038.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyo at Lake KameyamaLake Kameyama (亀山湖) is an artificial lake located in the middle of Boso Peninsula, Chiba prefecture. Around the lake has beautiful nature and forest which have splendid view of Koyo in Autumn. There are many view spots and cruising for hidden spots. The best time to visit for Koyo is between the end of November to the beginning of December.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom. Map is available at the tourist organization building.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisaradu station.
1. use JR Kururi Line to Kazusa Kameyama (1 hr. 20 min.)
yes294http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/caretta_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL236.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL236.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCaretta Illumination 2011Caretta Illumination 2011"Blue Forest" (カレッタイルミネーション) is one of the best illumination in Tokyo during Christmas. At the Caretta Shiodome, there is the forest of the light appears. This forest is called "Blue Forest" which give people power and healing. Every 30 min, there is a light show with music.
There is photo shooting service. The stuffs at this event will take your photo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: from December 6 to January 9. (Close on New year's day and 2)
Time: 17:00 to 22:00.
The light show: 10 min. for every 30 min.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Shinbashi.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes355http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/artelligent_christmas_2011/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL232.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL232.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfArtelligent Christmas 2011Roppongi Hills Artelligent Christmas 2011(六本木ヒルズアーテリジェンスクリスマス) is winter light-up at Roppongi Hills. It is very famous winter illumination in Tokyo. Every year, it has different concept of the art of light. The illuminations are set at Keyaki-zaka, Mori Garden, 66 Plaza and Oyame Plaza.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: from the early Nov. to Christmas.
Time: 17:00 to 23:00 (to 24:00 66 plaza)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Roppongi Station.
1. walk (2 min.)
yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokohama_candle_cafe/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL154.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL154.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYokohama Candle CafeYokohama Candle Cafe (横浜キャンドルカフェ) is Christmas event at Yokohama Minatomirai. Around Canal Park and Navios Yokohama, thousands of candle cerebrate the night. You can get dreaming sheet which make your wish and decorate at the candle. With the city lights of Yokohama as background, these candle decorate beautiful illumination at Christmas night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Dreaming sheet for writing and decorating your wish is available at visitor's center.
1,000 yen.
Period: December 23 24 25.
Time: 17:00 to 21:00
Location: Canal park and Navios.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Negishi Line to Sakuragicho.
2. walk
yes217http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/winter_illumination_yurakucho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL231.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL231.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWinter Illumination at YurakuchoWinter Illumination at Yurakucho (有楽町駅前ウィンターイルミネーション) is one of the light-up shows in Tokyo. In front of Yurakucho Station will be fully decorated with over 50,000 lights, light towers and dome.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: from the end of Nov. to the middle of Jan.
Time: from 16:30 to mid-night.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Yurakucho (2 min.)
2. walk east (2 min.)
yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinbashi_christmas_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL234.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL234.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShinbashi Christmas IlluminationShinbashi Christmas Illumination (新橋クリスマスイルミネーション) is a winter lightj-up the SL park in front of Shinbashi Station. The SL locomotive will be decorated with 20,000 beautiful lights. The music is image song of Christmas at Shinbashi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: From the end of Nov. to the beginning of Jan.
Time: 17:00 to 23:00
yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/go_fantasia/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL235.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL235.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGo! FantasiaGo! Fantasia (走れ!ファンタジア号) Fantasia is a train of lights located at Shiodome City Center. During the early December to early January, this train appears and illuminates the night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: From the beginning of December to early January.
TIme: 17:00 to 23:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Shinbashi.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes181http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/joycity_tokyo_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL230.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL230.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJoy City Tokyo IlluminationJoy City Tokyo Illumination (ジョイシティ東京 イルミネーション) is one of winter light-up in Tokyo. At the southern area of Jimbocho which is called Joy City Tokyo, there are about 100,000 lights which decorated the night of Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: from the end of Nov. to beginning of Jan.
Time: from 17:00 to 23:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. walk to Otemachi station of Mita Line.
2. use Mita Line to Jimbocho (2 min.)
3. walk east (2 min.)
yes215http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sensoji_hagoitaichi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL228.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL228.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSensoji HagoitaichiHagoitaichi (羽子板市) is a Hagoita Market held at Sensoji temple. From December 17 to 19, there are many Hagoita shops open at Sensoji and sale their unique Hagoita. Hagoita is one of the famous play during New Year's break in Japan. Hagoita is a racket for Hanetsuki, Japanese Badminton. In this market, they sale decorated Hagoita. It's Omarori for child grow, especially for daughter. Many people visit Sensoji for buy their special Hagoita.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Perid: December 17 18 19.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Ginza Line to Asakusa (10 min.)
2. walk north
yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asakusa_shin_nakamise_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL229.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL229.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAsakusa Shin Nakamise StreetShin Nakamise Street (新仲見世通り) is a shopping district near Sensoji Temple right next to Nakamise Street. There are many gift shops, restaurants and many other kinds of stores.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is actually the nick name for Kannon Street and Metro Street.
No smoking on the street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Ginza Line to Asakusa (10 min.)
2. walk north
yes207http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ako_gishi_sai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL233.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL233.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAko Gishi saiAko Gishisai (赤穂義士祭) is the memorial festival of Chushingura at Sengakuji temple. It's held in December 14 which is the day Chushingura happens. Chushingura is one of the most favorite Samurai story since Edo period. Today, it is still popular and many people visit here and pray for loyal Samurai.
Afternoon, there is the parade of Ako Roshi start from Zojoji temple and finish at Sengakuji in front of the grave of Asano Naganori just like the real story of Chushingura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parade finishes at 14:00 at Sengakuji.
There are many food stands during this festival.
The memorial service goes until night.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Sengakuji.
2. walk north.
yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/starlight_yokohama_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL155.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL155.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfStarlight Yokohama IlluminationStarlight Yokohama Illumination (スターライトヨコハマイルミネーション) is a Winter light-up at Yokohama. From the end of November to the middle of February, there is a huge Christmas tree with thousands of lights at the west side entrance of Yokohama Station.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: the end of November to the middle of February.
Time: 17:00 to 24:00
<b>Access</b>
0. Yokohama Station.
1. get out at Westside entrance.
yes87http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_buri_daikon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT096.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT096.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Buri DaikonBuri Daikon (ブリ大根) is one of popular winter hot dish in Japan. It is boiled Japanese radish and Yellowtail with Dashi flavor. This is also very reasonable food. Daikon, Japanese radish is very cheap, and you can use Ara Buri, which is the wast part of yellowtail. Ara Buri is very cheap, too. So, it is healthy, tasty and cheap winter food.
yes280http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_kabocha_nimono/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT097.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT097.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Kabocha no NimonoKabocha no Nimono (カボチャの煮物) is a Japanese cooked dish of Pumpkin. It is very popular and common food in winter. It is flavored with, Dashi and sugar. So, it's very simple and tasty. It is a great Izakaya food, too.
yes216http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miyamoto_musashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMiyamoto MusashiMiyamoto Musashi (宮本武蔵) is located on the border of Okayama and Hyogo pref. It is the birth place of Miyamoto Musashi, the most famous Sword master in the world. There are many Musashi related spots including his birthplace and grave. Legend said, Musashi came up with the idea of Nitoryu at this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. You can get a map at the museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuyama Station.
1. use JR Himeshin Line to Sayou (1 hr.)
2. use Chizu Line to Miyamoto Musashi (30 min.)
yes436http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/juurigi_highland/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI067.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI067.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJuurigi HighlandJuurigi Highland (十里木高原) is located the south side of Mt. Fuji. The altitude of this highland is about 1,000m from the sea level, therefore, it is very cool all though the year. So, it is very popular summer resort. There is a observatory which has great view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the Mt. Fuji observatory.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
From Tome Express way Fuji exit to north east (10km).
On route 469.
yes253http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuji_all_sports_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI068.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI068.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFuji All Sports ParkFuji All Sports Park (富士市総合運動公園) is a comprehensive sports park. It is located south side of Mt. Fuji. Therefore, it has great view of Mt. Fuji. There are tennis courts, baseball field, pool, archery range, and gyms.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Closed: Every 4th thursday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yoshiwara-chuo Station.
1. use Fujikyu Bus to Fujishisougouundoukouen.
yes190http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuji_homi_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI069.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI069.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFuji Homi ShrineFuji Homi Shrine(富士市高尾山穂見神社) is one of brunch shrines of Homi Shrine. In 1899, Katsumata, the priest, was involved by Tsunami. He was survived by the piece of the shrine. After this spiritual coincidence, people desired to have great shrine for it.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
From Tome Express way Fuji exit to north east (10km).
On route 469.
yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/omotesando_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL237.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL237.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOmotesando IlluminationOmotesando Illumination (表参道イルミネーション) is one of the winter light illumination at Harajuku. Over 900,000 lights are decorated at the Keyaki Avenue of Omotesando. "Sending energy, smile and happiness from Harajuku is the purpose of this illumination.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: The beginning of December to the beginning of January.
Time after Sunset from 21:00
There is a road-restriction.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku (2 min.)
2. walk east.yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ark_hills_winter/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL238.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL238.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfARK Hills WinterARK Hills Winter is winter illumination at ARK Hills. During the Christmas, Karajan field has great Christmas decoration. The artificial waterfalls at the park and the light-up illumination are perfect collaboration.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: From the beginning of December to the middle of January.
Time: 17:30 to 23:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinbashi Station.
1. use Ginza Line to Tameike-Sano.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ohara_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK038.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK038.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOhara-jukuOhara-juku (大原宿) is a remaining post town located in eastern Okayama prefecture. It was used to be a post town between the land Harima and Inaba. The entire site of Ohara is preserved as a traditional scenic beauty. Many traditional Edo style houses are still existed in this town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Not many restaurants in this town.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuyama Station.
1. use JR Himeshin Line to Sayou Station (1 hr.)
2. use Chizu Line to Ohara (50 min.)
3. walk west (10 min.)
yes372http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/joge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJogeJoge (上下) is Edo style town with romantic white walls located middle eastern Hiroshima prefecture. It developed as a post town between Sekishu and Bingo. There are many traditional houses which offers the time traveling to Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukuyama Station.
1. use JR Fukuen Line to Joge (1 hr.)
yes362http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukuyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFukuyama CastleFukuyama Castle (福山城) a hill top castle located eastern Hiroshima Pref. It was built in 1622 by Mizuno Katsunari. Fukuyama castle was the last Sengoku style castle which build in Japan. To protect Edo from the west, Ieyasu gave this land to his cousin Mizuno Katsunari. Today, it only remains the main bailey and its Ishigaki, Fushimiyagura and the gate. Current Tenshu was reconstructed in 1966.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission of Honmaru: Free.
Open: 6:00 to 22:00
Admission for Tenshukaku: 200 yen. Under high school, free.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukuyama Station.
1. walk north (1 min.)
yes378http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/samono_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK034.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK034.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSamono ShrineSamono Shrine (讃甘神社) is where legend said Miyamoto Musashi invented his "Nitoryu, the two hands swords style." The Hirata Family, the family line of Musashi, were expert of Jutte weapon. When Musashi saw the drum demonstration played by the priest here, he was strongly impressed by the equal sound of both drum sticks. Then, he immediately came up with both hand from replacing from Jutte to Katana.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuyama Station.
1. use JR Himeshin Line to Sayou Station (1 hr.)
2. use Chizu Line to Miyamoto Musashi (40 min.)
3. walk south (10 min.)
yes96http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/grave_musashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK035.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK035.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe grave of MusashiThe grave of Miyamoto Musashi (宮本武蔵の墓) is located Mimasaka, Okayama prefecture. His bone was shared from Kumamoto. There are grave of his parents and grand father.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is located inside of Musashi shrine.
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuyama Station.
1. use JR Himeshin Line to Sayou Station (1 hr.)
2. use Chizu Line to Miyamoto Musashi (40 min.)
3. walk south (30 min.)
yes84http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/musashi_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK036.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK036.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMusashi ShrineMusashi Shrine (武蔵神社) enshrines Miyamoto Musashi. It is located at Miyamoto Musashi, Okayama. It was established in 1971 by donations of all Musashi fans from all over the world.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The grave of Miyamoto Musashi is located in this shrine.
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuyama Station.
1. use JR Himeshin Line to Sayou Station (1 hr.)
2. use Chizu Line to Miyamoto Musashi (40 min.)
3. walk south (30 min.)
yes100http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/musashi_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK037.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK037.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMusashi MuseumMusashi Museum (武蔵資料館) is located at Miyamoto Musashi. It displays many Musashi related items, such as Swords, his painting, scrolls, weapons and the world famous "Gorin no Sho."
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids. If you stayed at Hotel Gorinbo and Koryukan, it will be free.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuyama Station.
1. use JR Himeshin Line to Sayou Station (1 hr.)
2. use Chizu Line to Miyamoto Musashi (40 min.)
3. walk south (20 min.)
yes172http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokoo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYokooYokoo (横尾) is Edo style town located north side of Fukuyama, Hiroshima. There are many traditional houses in this town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Be very careful! There are many cars on the main street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukuyama Station.
1. use JR Fukuen Line to Yokoo (10 min.)
yes165http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsuchinoko_watch_point/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK039.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK039.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe watch point of TsuchinokoThe watch point of Tsuchinoko (ツチノコ発見現場) is located Kurosawa, Akaiwa, Okayama pref. Tsuchinoko is one of the most famous unknown new species in Japan. It is prized 20,000,000 yen if you capture it alive. The dead Tsuchinoko was found in this place and buried here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Before you look for Tsuchinoko, please donated 100 yen to preserve the environment.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Wake.
2. use local bus to Yoshiichugakkou.
3. walk west (2 hr.)
yes102http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rokkosan_sky_observatory/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRokkosan Sky ObservatoryRokkosan Sky Observatory (六甲山天覧台) is one of 6 view spot of Kobe Night sceneries. At night, you can see the beautiful view of the city of light. In 1981, Emperor Showa visited here to enjoy 10 million dollars view of Kobe night sceneries. You can see, Kobe city, Osaka city, Mt. Maya, Akashi channel, Awaji Island, Osaka Bay and Ki Peninsula.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kobe Station.
1. use Hankyu Line to Rokko.
2. walk north to Rokko cable shita (30 min.)
3. use the cable to Sancho.
yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/joge_histori_culture_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJoge Histori and culture museumJoge Histori and culture museum (上下歴史文化資料館) is local folk museum of Joge. It displays many local treasures. Also, Okada Michiyo related items are in this museum. Okada Michiyo was famous write who was born at Joge.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: Free.
Open: 10:00 to 6:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukuyama Station.
1. use JR Fukuen Line to Joge (1 hr.)
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes106http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuchu_kompira_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HI010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFuchu Kompira ShrineFuchu Kompira Shrine (府中金毘羅神社) has the tallest Toro, the stone lantern in Japan. It is located Fuchu, Hiroshima. The Toro was built in the middle of 19th century by Miura Kanemon. He started the construction in 1810 and took him 30 years to complete. The height of Toro is 8.4m.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking and no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukuyama Station.
1. use Fukuen Line to Fuchu (30 min.)
2. walk (10 min.)
yes162http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/marugame_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMarugame CastleMarugame Castle (丸亀城) is one of 12 existed remaining Sengoku castles. It is a hilltop castle located in Kagawa prefecture. The Tenshu-kaku was built in 1660 by Kogoku clan. The castle was built on Mt. Kameyama which is 66m high. The stone walls of Marugame castle has 60m high in total. It is the tallest stone walls in Japan. The entire site of the castle is registered as historical places. Not only Tenshukaku, but the gates, samurai houses are also the original buildings.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission for Tenshukaku: 200 yen for adult, 100 for Kids.
Open from 9:00 to 16:30 (last entry 16:00)
There is parking (9:00 to 17:00).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takamatsu Castle.
1. use JR Yosan Line to Marugame (49 min.)
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes385http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ritsurin_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRitsurin ParkRitsurin Park (栗林公園) is a Japanese style garden located in Takamatsu, Kagawa pref. The garden of this park is designated as Special Scenic Beauty of Japan. It is considered as one of the best Japanese garden in the world. It was graded 3 stars spot in Michelin Green Guide Japon. There are about 1,400 pine trees, and 1,000 of them are Bonsai trees. There are many tea houses you can enjoy Japanese tea. Ritsurin park is not only beautiful with pine trees, there are also many flowers. Sakura and plums are very beautiful, as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 170 yen for kids. There is a group discount from 20 persons.
Open: mostly from Sunrise to Sunset.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takamatsuchikko Station (10 min.).
1. use Kotohira Line to Ritsurin Park.
2. walk west (10 min.).
yes364http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakatsu_banshoen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNakatsu BanshoenNakatsu Banshoen (中津万象園) is a Japanese style garden located Marugame, Kagawa. It was used to be an annex of Kyogoku clan, the lord of Marugame in 1688. Banshoen literary means garden of the universe. This garden is also consists with Marugame Museum. Marugame Museum displays many beautiful painting from France, Ceramics, and Hina Dolls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 1,000 yen for adult, 600 yen for high school, 400 yen for under junior. There is a group discount from 20 persons.
Open: 9:30 to 17:00.
There is parking.
yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takamatsu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakamatsu CastleTakamatsu Castle (高松城) is a seaside castle located in Takamatsu, Kagawa. It was built in 1590 by Ikuma Chikamasa. It was used to be the first and largest water castle in Japan. The moat of this castle drew from sea. It was abandoned in 1869. Some of original Keeps, stone walls and gates remains. Currently, the Japanese style garden is installed at Honmaru, the main bailey. The garden is called Tamamo park. It is chosen as 100 best Japanese castles.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen for adult. 100 for under Junior. There is a group discount from 20 persons.
Open: Mostly from the Sunrise to Sunset.
<b>Access</b>
0. Takamatsuchikko Station.
1. walk (1 min.)
yes251http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/marugame_castle_lighttenup/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KG005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMarugame Castle Lightten-upMarugame Castle Light-up (ライトアップ丸亀城) is happens from the end of December to the beginning of January. Not only, the castle, but also the stone walls are also lighten up. The entire site of the castle will be lighten up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The end of December to the beginning of January.
The parking will be closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takamatsu Castle.
1. use JR Yosan Line to Marugame (49 min.)
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes201http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shoryuji_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShoryuji CastleShoryuji Castle (勝竜寺城) is a flatland castle located in Nagaokakyo, Kyoto. It is Hosokawa Gracia, the daughter of Akechi Mitsuhide related spot. Hosokawa Tadaoki and Gracia married at this castle and live for several years here. It was built in 1339. In 1568, Oda Nobunaga and Miyoshi 3 heads fought at this castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: free.
Open: 9:00 to 18:00 (Ari. to Oct.), 9:00 to 17:00 (Nov. to Mar.).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Nagaokakyo (10 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes203http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yodo_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYodo CastleYodo Castle (淀城) is a flatland castle located in southern Kyoto. It was built in 1623 by Matsudaira Tsunasada under the order of Hidetada, the 2nd Tokugawa Shogun. The moat and stone walls remains as the original structure. Currently, it restructured as the park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Kintetsu Kyoto LIne to Yodo.
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_misodengaku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT098.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT098.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook MisodengakuMisodengaku (味噌田楽) is one of the way of cooking with Miso. Miso covered food could be any things such as Tofu, Konnyaku, Eggplants, or Potato. Those food are stabbed by bamboo stick, just like Yakitori. Konnyaku is the most common type of Misodengaku.
yes256http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakano/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL239.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL239.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNakanoNakano (中野) is the town of entertainment located west side of Shinjuku. There are many theaters, music venues and concert holes in Nakano. Especially, Nakano Sunplaza is one of the most famous convention hole in Japan. Nakano is also great shopping spot. Sun-male street has many interesting shops and at the end of the street, there is a great Anime and Manga male which is called Nakano Broadway. Nakano Broadway has many anime and Manga shops, figure shops, antique Japanese toys' shops and many other anime related shops. Nakano also has great Izakaya area. There are hundreds of great Izakaya with very reasonable price.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Most of the entertainment spots are located north side of Nakano Station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nakano (4 min.)
yes408http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/setsubun_arai_yakushi_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL240.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL240.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSetsubun at Arai Yakushi TempleSetsubun at Arai Yakushi Temple (新井薬師節分) is one of popular Setsubun Festival in Tokyo. There is a parade of throwing beans which starts from Nakano Sunplaza to Araiyakushi Temple. Many famous actors/actresses, Sumo wresters and many other Japanese celebrities are invited as the bean-throwing persons. Every year they have different dance performance (2012 had Shishiodori, the traditonal Iwate Dance) and Samurai sword fighting demonstration before the parade.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The performance at Nakano Sunplaza starts around 14:00.
The Parade starts at 15:00.
The throwing-beans happens around 16:30 at Araiyakushi temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nakano (4 min.)
2. walk north to the temple (20 min.)
yes312http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chinese_new_year_yokohama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL157.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL157.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfChinese New Year at YokohamaChinese New Year's Festival at Yokohama Chinatown (横浜中華街・春節) is one of the largest event at Yokohama Chinatown. It happens at Chinese New Year's Day. There are many interesting performance and parade.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parade happens at Sunday during the Chinese New Year's day.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Minatomirai Line to Chukagai (10 min.)
yes447http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_play_hanetsuki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT100.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT100.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to play HanetsukiHanetsuki is one of the oldest Japanese game, 1,300 years old, which is played during the new year's break. It is Japanese style badminton. It was used to be sacred play in Shinto. It prays great wish for girls healthy growth.
yes356http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jogashima_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL156.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL156.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJogashima ParkJogashima Park (城ヶ島公園) is a seaside park with many daffodils and pine trees located in Jogashima Island. Jogashima is the only island of Kanagawa prefecture located in south side of Miura Peninsula. It is a popular Daffodils spot in Kanagawa. There are about 500, 000 daffodils which bloom from December to January.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Admission: Parking cost 420 yen.
Park opens all day, but parking close at 17:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kurihama (10 min.)
2. use Keikyu Line to Misakiguchi (10 min.)
3. use local bus to Jogashima (30 min.)
yes336http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_ryoma_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT101.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT101.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance Ryoma OdoriRyoma Odori (龍馬おどり) is very popular Bon Odori song. Ryoma is one of the most famous Hero in Japan. Many Ryoma Lovers like this song. Ryoma is from Kochi, so it is very popular in Shikoku.
Song: "Ryoma Odori"
(counterclockwise)
Song: Suzuki Masao, Fuji Michiko, Tomita Fusae.
Level: 3
Type: Normal Rhythm.
yes152http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_nikudango/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT099.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT099.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook NikudangoNikudango (肉団子) is Japanese style meat balls. It is very popular Japanese dishes. The flavors are Soy Sauce, Sake, Mirin and other Japanese ones.
yes299http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kesennuma_restoration_mall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKesennuma restoration mallThe restoration shopping mall of Kesennuma (気仙沼復興商店街) is the largest prefab shopping mall after Tsunami located in Kesennuma, Miyagi prefecture. There are 7 buildings and 52 stores in this mall. It is the restored shopping district of Minami Town Murasaki market place which was completely destroyed by Tsunami in March 2011. As the symbol of "ReBorn Kesennuma," not only this shopping mall support the life of Kesennuma, but also it encourages all afflicted people in Tohoku.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
It is complete shopping mall for all kinds of daily supplies, food, groceries, restaurants and bars.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kesennuma Station.
1. walk east (15 min.)
yes595http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ipponmatsu_rikuzentakata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIppon-matsu of RikuzentakataIppon-matsu of Rikuzentakata (陸前高田の一本松) was the one remained pine tree of Rikuzentakata after Tsunami. At the beach of Rikuzentakata, there were about 70,000 pine trees before Tsunami. In March 11 2011, Tsunami caused by the huge earthquake wiped out all pine trees. Only this pine tree survived from Tsunami. It was a symbol of the restoration and strength against disaster. It was also known as "Tree of Hope at Rikuzentakata."
(Current Ipponmatsu is a replica made from the original Ipponmatsu)
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking near.
Never stop your care in the restricted area.
-Do not enter the restricted area and NEVER come close to the buildings-
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use direct bus to Rikuzentakata.
2 .walk south (30 min.)
yes238http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/geibi_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGeibi ValleyGeibi Valley (猊鼻渓) is popular tourist spot in Ichinoseki, Iwate. It is chosen as one of the three major valleys and 100 best views in Japan. Geibi Valley is abotu 2km long and its side cliffs are about 50m high. There is a boat riding to enjoy this valley. It is very famous for Koyo spot and Fuji flower spots. It offers all aspect of seasonable beauty.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
You can enjoy it only from the boat-riding.
Admission for boat riding: 1500 yen. Group discount from 15 persons.
Last boat: 15:00 (winter) 16:30 (summer)
Tour time: about 90 min.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use JR Ofunato Line to Geibikei (30 min.)
2. walk (10 min.)
There is a direct bus from Hiraizumi.
yes332http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_ameyama_kesennuma/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. Kameyama in KesennumaMt. Kameyama (亀山) is a mountain of Oshima island, Kesennuma, Miyagi pref. It is 235m tall. From the top of the mountain, it has a great panorama view of Kesennuma city and Pacific Ocean.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kesennuma pier.
1. use Kesennuma ferry to Oshima. (25 min.)
2. walk west (45 min.)
yes104http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_tatsumai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCape TatsumaiCape Tatsumai (龍舞崎) is one of the tourist spot in Oshima, Kesennuma. It has a great view with unique rocks. Those unique rocks are made by sea waves. Tatsumai literary means "The dance of dragon." It was named because when wave splashes, it looks like that a dragon is dancing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kesennuma pier.
1. use Kesennuma ferry to Oshima. (25 min.)
2. walk south (1hr. 30 min.)
yes174http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kugunari_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKugunari BeachKugunari Beach (十八鳴浜) is one of the beautiful beaches in Oshima, Kesennuma. The size of this beach is about 200m long. It was the first registered sound beach in Japan. When you walk on this beach, it will make very unique sound. The sound itself became the name of the beach.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
This beach is very important for academic research. Never leave any garbages, and keep it neat and clean.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kesennuma pier.
1. use Kesennuma ferry to Oshima. (25 min.)
2. walk north-east (1hr. 10 min.)
yes223http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_jagasaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCape JagasakiCape Jaga (蛇ヶ崎) is a small peninsula located east end of Rikuzentakata. This is typical wave created cape. It has a great view of unique rocks and pure sea water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use direct bus to Rikuzentakata.
2. walk east (2hr.)
yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_hirotasaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCape HirotasakiCape Hirota (広田崎) is a rock cape located in Rikuzentakata, Iwate Prefecture. It is one of the best scenery of Rikuzentakata. The rocks created by waves are very unique and their views are just like Japanese art painting. Aomatsu Island and Tsubaki Island are located on the south side of this cape. They are registered as national scenic beauty and natural monument of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Notice:
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use direct bus to Rikuzentakata.
2. walk east (2hr.)
yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rikuzentakata_shiraito_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRikuzentakata Shiraito FallsRikuzentakata Shiraito Falls (陸前高田の白糸の滝) is a waterfalls located the mountain side of Rikuzentakata. It has all seasonable beauty, especially it is very beautiful in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use direct bus to Rikuzentakata.
2. walk west (2hr.)
yes126http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otaki_falls_kotaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOtaki Falls and Kotaki FallsOtaki Falls and Kotaki Falls (大滝・小滝) are twin waterfalls located in Rikuzentakata. They are small but very powerful waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use direct bus to Rikuzentakata.
2. walk west (2hr.)
yes120http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimizu_spring/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShimizu SpringShimizu Spring (清水の湧口, shimizu no wakiguchi) is located western Rikuzentakata. This spring is chosen as one of 20 best water of Iwate prefecture. It springs about 17,000, 000 litter of water every day. The temperature of the water is very warm through the year.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The water is drinkable but there is no disposal process. So, take your own responsibility.
Keep the water clean because it is also drinking water for the people around.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ichinoseki Station.
1. use direct bus to Rikuzentakata.
2. walk west (3hr.)
yes104http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_daishowa_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT102.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT102.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance Dai-Showa OndoDai-Showa Ondo (大昭和音頭) is one of Bon Odori Song. Song is about era of Showa.
Song: "Dai-Showa Ondo"
by Fuji Michiko, Sudo Keiko, Takebana Chigusa, Suzuki Masao.
Level: 3
Type: Normal Rhythm.
yes147http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_fukagawadon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT105.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT105.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Fukagawa-donFukagawa-don (深川丼) is a one of Japanese bowl. It is a bowl with Miso soup, green onion and clams. It was Edo fisherman's food. Fukagawadon was very popular during the end of Edo period because it's easy, healthy, cheap and taste good.
yes286http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_goshugi_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT103.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT103.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance Goshugi OndoGoshugi Ondo(ご祝儀音頭) is one of Bon Odori Song. Dance is very simple and rhythmical.
Song: "Goshugi Ondo"
by Fuji Michiko, Suzuki Masao.
Level: 3
Type: Rhythmical.
yes160http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_marathon_2012/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL241.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL241.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTokyo Marathon 2012Tokyo Marathon 2012 (東京マラソン2012) is one of the major Marathon event in Japan. It's held in February or March. About 36,000 runners join and about 2 million audiences cheer them from the streets. As the fun run Marathon, it is almost the same size of NY Marathon. The runners start at Shinjuku Metro building and travel Shinagawa, Ginza, Asakusa and finish at Ariake (Tokyo Big Site). Some of runners wear cosplay costume to stand out.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a huge street regulation during the race.
You can get a cheering map at the Metro Station.
<b>Access</b>
They start at Shinjuku Metro Building→ Iidabashi → Hibiya Park → Shinagawa → Hibiya Park → Ginza → Asakusa → Ginza → Toyosu → Ariake (Tokyo Big Site).
yes595http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_tompei_yaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT106.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT106.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Tompei-yakiTompei-yaki (とん平焼) is one of popular Izakaya food in Osaka. It is easy version of Okonomiyaki which only use a pork plate, eggs, and cabbage. So, it is very easy to cook and taste great!
yes264http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_ondo_anatano_deban/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT104.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT104.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance Ondo Anatano DebanOndo Anatano Deban (音頭貴方の出番) is one of Bon Odori Song. Dance is very simple and speedy.
Song: "Ondo Anatano Deban."
by Fuji Michiko, Suzuki Masao, Ishizuka Masahiro, Takebana Chigusa, Aihara Hiroko.
Level: 2
Type: speedy.
yes149http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumamoto_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKumamoto CastleKumamoto Castle (熊本城) is one of three major Japanese castles located in Kumamoto. It was built by Kato Kiyomasa in 1600. The structure takes the best technology at that time, therefore, it is one of the strong castle ever built in Japan. Those structures and baileys remains in great condition. Many keeps and stone walls exists as the original buildings. Tenshu-kaku was lost during Satsuma Rebellion, but this castle was besieged and defeated Satsuma army. Current Tenshu-kaku was reconstructed and Honmaru Palace was lately reconstructed as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 500 yen, 200 yen for juniors.
Open: 8:30 to 17:30 (Apr. to Oct), 8:30 to (16:30).
Closed: Dec 29 to 31.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use local cable car to Kumamotojo Shiyakusho mae. (15 min.)
yes584http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miyamoto_musashi_in_kumamoto/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMiyamoto Musashi in KumamotoKumamoto (熊本) is where Miyamoto Musashi spend his last days. Miyamoto Musashi is the most famous sword master in the world. His text of sword fighting, "Gorin no Sho," is most read and favorite fighting book in the world. He wrote "Gorin no Sho" at Reigen cave which is located in Kumamoto. There are many his related spots in Kumamoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Better to have a car to travel all his related spots.
yes284http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takachiho_ravine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MZ001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MZ001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakachiho RavineTakachiho Ravine (高千穂峡) is a valley located north-western Miyazaki prefecture. It is one of the most popular tourist spots in Kyushu. This ravine was created by volcanic activities of Mt. Aso. It has beautiful cliffs which are about 80m to 100m tall and its length is about 7km long. Manai Fall which is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls run into this ravine. There is a boat riding which you can enjoy this waterfalls and cliff very close.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Boat riding: 1500 yen for 30 min.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Takachiho.
1. use bus to boatnoriba.
yes275http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takachiho_boat_riding/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MZ002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MZ002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakachiho boat ridingTakachiho boat riding (高千穂峡ボート) is a popular entertainment of Takachiho. Takachiho Ravine is the most popular spot in Miyazaki prefecture. You can enjoy Manai falls which is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls very close. Looking narrow cliff from the water level is very exciting.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Boat riding: 1500 yen for 30 min.
Open: from 8:30 to 16:30. (Summer 7:30 to 17:30)
In the holiday season, it might close early.
300 yen per 10 min. after first 30 min.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Takachiho.
1. use bus to boatnoriba.
yes224http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suizenji_jojuen_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSuizenji Jojuen GardenSuizenji Jojuen Garden (水前寺成趣園) is the refined circular garden of Momoyama period style located in Kumamoto. It is one of the major tourist spot in Kumamoto. The first lord of Higo, Tadatoshi, loved this area and built tea house. Later, Tsunatoshi built a beautiful garden and named Joju-en.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 yen, under junior 200 yen.
There is a group discount from 30 people.
Open: 7:30 to 18:00 (Mar. to Oct.), 8:30 to 17:00 (Nov. to Feb.).
There is no parking (use public parking).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use Kumamoto cable car to Suizenjikoen.
yes319http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tatsuta_nature_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTatsuta Nature ParkTatsuta Nature Park (立田自然公園, tatsuta shizen koen) is a ruins of Taishoji temple which was established for Hosokawa clan. The graves of successive lords of Hosokawa clan and Madame Gracia, who dedicated her whole life to the preaching of Christianity as well as the memorial monument of the great swords master Miyamoto Musashi are located here. The park is a Japanese style garden with many beautiful nature and tea houses.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00 (last entry 16:40)
Admission: 200 yen, 100 for under junior.
THere is a group discount from 30 people.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use local bus to Tatsutashizenkoeniriguchi.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes215http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/reigan_do_cave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfReigan-do CaveReigan-do Cave(霊厳洞) is where Musashi wrote "Gorin no Sho." It is located in Unganji temple. When he was 62 year's old, he started writing his own record for his style Niten Ichiryu. Gorin no sho has 5 volume, earth, water, fire, wind and universe. It has all his knowledge of fighting. He died one week after he finished writing Gorin no Sho.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 8:00 to 18:00 (Apr. to Nov.) 8:00 to 17:00.
Admission: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use taxi to Iwato no sato koen.
yes78http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/unganji_500_rakan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUnganji 500 RakanUnganji 500 Rakan (雲厳寺五百羅漢) is one of tourist spot in Kumamoto. It is located in Unganji temple. 500 Rakan are the students of Buddha These stone statues were made from 1779 to 1802. If you look carefully, you might find faces just like your relatives.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 8:00 to 18:00 (Apr. to Nov.) 8:00 to 17:00.
Admission: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use taxi to Iwato no sato koen.
yes235http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/taniozaki_bairin_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTaniozaki Bairin ParkTaniozaki Bairin Park (谷尾崎梅林公園) is a plum forest located in Kumamoto. It is one of the Musashi related spots in Kumamoto. From late February to early March, plums bloom in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use local bus to Taniozaki.
2. walk (15 min.)
yes174http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/musashizuka_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMusashizuka parkMusashizuka park (武蔵塚公園) is a park located in Kumamoto. There is the grave of Miyamoto Musashi in this park. It is small park, but it has beautiful Japanese garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use JR Houhi Line to Musashizuka (17 min.)
2. walk south (20 min.)
yes156http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/manai_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MZ003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MZ003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfManai FallsManai Falls (真名井の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls. It is 17m tall. Legend said, this waterfalls was made by Amenomurakumonomikoto because there was no water around here when the first emperor Jinmu arrived here. At summer, it will be lighten up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can approach the bottom by a boat.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Takachiho.
1. use bus to boatnoriba.
yes153http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/grave_miyamoto_musashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe grave of Miyamoto MusashiThe grave of Miyamoto Musashi (宮本武蔵の墓) is located in Musashizuka park. Legend said, Musashi was buried with his armer to look after his lord Hosokawa clan all the time. The location of the grave is located on Otsu Road where Hosokawa clan used for Daimyo parade. He showed his loyalty to his lord.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use JR Houhi Line to Musashizuka (17 min.)
2. walk south (20 min.)
yes74http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amano_iwato_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MZ004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MZ004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAmano Iwato ShrineAmano Iwato Shrine (天岩戸神社) is located Takachiho, Miyazaki Prefecture. It enshrines the cave of Amano Iwato which appears in Japanese myth. In the myth, Amaterasu Omikami, the prime god of Japan, hided in this cave. There are two shrines and both enshrines Amaterasu Omikami.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Make appointment at the office for visiting Amano Iwato Cave.
<b>Access</b>
0. from Takachiho.
1. use bus to Amanoiwatojinja.
yes142http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/izumi_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIzumi ShrineIzumi Shrine (出水神社) is located in Shimizu Jojuen garden, Kumamoto. It was established in 1878 and dedicated in recognition of the cultural, moral and intellectual leadership of the successive Hosokawa clan. Jojuen is the precinct of Izumi Shrine.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
It is located inside of Suizenji Jojuen garden.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use Kumamoto cable car to Suizenjikoen.
yes137http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumamoto_castle_lightten_up/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KM011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKumamoto Castle lightten upKumamoto Castle has a beautiful light-up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up starts from sunset to 23:00.
The castle open at night from Jul. 24 to Aug. 31 and at the end of March.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumamoto Station.
1. use local cable car to Kumamotojo Shiyakusho mae. (15 min.)
yes89http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_ginza_kankanmusume/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT107.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT107.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance Ginza KankanmusumeGinza Kankanmusume (銀座カンカン娘) is very popular Bon Dance song especially in Tokyo. The song is also very popular in Showa era. It is very like a folk dance.
Song: Hideko Takahide. Hattori Ryuichi, Saeki Yoshio.
Level: 03 Normal
Type: Folk Dance
yes185http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/dazaifu_tenmangu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDazaifu TenmanguDazaifu Tenmangu (太宰府天満宮) is Tenman Shrine located in Fukuoka. It is the top of all Tenman Shrines. Tenman Shrine enshrines Sugawara no Michizane who is the god of education and wisdom. Therefore, many visitors worship Dazaifu Tenmangu for their educational success in school. About 7 million visitors worship every year.
<b>Visitor’s info.</b>
There is no parking but many public parking around. There is resroom.
Open: 6:00 (the middle of March to the middle of September) other 6:30.
Close: 20:00 June 1 to August 31. other 19:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station.
1. use Fukuoka Subway to Tenjin (6 min.).
2. use Nishitetsu Fukuoka Line to Nishitetsu-Futsukaichi (17 min.)
3. use Nishitetsu Dazaifu Line to Dazaifu (7 min.)
4. walk east (10 min.)
yes270http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/dazaifu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDazaifuDazaifu (太宰府) is one of the most popular tourist spot in Fukuoka prefecture. It was used to be a capital of Kyushu. Today, around Dazaifu Tenmangu which is the most popular Tenjin Shrine in Japan are well developed as the tourist spots. There are many food stands, gift shops and restaurants for all visitors of Tenmangu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many public parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station.
1. use Fukuoka Subway to Tenjin (6 min.).
2. use Nishitetsu Fukuoka Line to Nishitetsu-Futsukaichi (17 min.)
3. use Nishitetsu Dazaifu Line to Dazaifu (7 min.)
yes387http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kyokusui_no_en/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKyokusui no EnKyokusui no En (曲水の宴) is the biggest ceremony in Dazaifu TEnmangu Shrine. It is literary means the ceremony of poem on water. It was originated as early March ceremony in the ancient China. It has poem writing and reading, traditional dance performance such as Shirabyoshi Dance, and parade. All poets are dressed traditional Japanese novel clothing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It happens at the first Sunday of March.
Parade starts at 12:00 and the ceremony starts at 13:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station.
1. use Fukuoka Subway to Tenjin (6 min.).
2. use Nishitetsu Fukuoka Line to Nishitetsu-Futsukaichi (17 min.)
3. use Nishitetsu Dazaifu Line to Dazaifu (7 min.)
4. walk east (10 min.)
yes368http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/dazaifu_government_office_ruin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDazaifu Government OfficeThe ruins of Dazaifu Government Office (太宰府政庁跡) is located in Dazaifu Kyushu. It is the ruins of old capital of Kyushu. It is registered as the spherical national historical ruins. Dazaifu was the center of government, army, economic and culture in ancient Japan. To protect Japan from Asia, there are about 2,000 people worked in this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station.
1. use Fukuoka Subway to Tenjin (6 min.).
2. use Nishitetsu Fukuoka Line to Tofuromae (15 min.)
3. walk east (15 min.)
yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kinin_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKinin ParkKinin Park (金印公園) is located in Shikanoshima, Fukuoka. In 1784, Kinin, the golden stamp of Ancient China, was found in this park. In Chinese record, Emperor Guangwu of Han gave it to the king of Japan in 57 C.E.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station
1. use JR Kagoshima Line to Kashii (10 min.)
2. use JR Kashii Line to Nishitosaki (21 min.)
yes79http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukuoka_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFukuoka CastleFukuoka Castle (福岡城) is a hilltop castle located in Fukuoka. It was built in 1601 by Kuroda Nagamasa. There are many stonewalls, baileys and some Yagura are remaining in this castle. It has also beautiful Plum forest and Sakrua trees.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station.
1. Fukuoka Subway to Ohorikoen (10 min.)
2. walk (3 min.)
yes416http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/higashi_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHigashi ParkHigashi Park (東公園) is located in Fukuoka. It has a beautiful plum garden which has Plum blossoms in early March. This place is also the ruins of the battle field of Bunei War. Japanese army defeated Mongolian army here in 1274. The whole site of this park is designed like Japanese garden. At the center, there is the statue of Kameyama Emperor.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There are restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station.
1. use JR Kagoshima Line to Yoshiwara (2 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)
yes282http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nichiren_statue_fukoka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNichiren Statue of FukokaNichiren Statue of Fukoka (福岡日蓮聖人立像) is located in Higashi park, Fukuoka. It is about 10.6m tall and made from bronze. It was designed by Tenshin Okakura and built in 1904. It was the memorial monument for the victory against Mongol in Kamakura period.
<b>Visitor’s info.</b>
There is no parking.
It is located inside of Minobusan Fukuoka betsuin Temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station.
1. use JR Kagoshima Line to Yoshiwara (2 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)yes109http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sumiyoshi_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSumiyoshi ShrineSumiyoshi Shrine (住吉神社) of Fukuoka is one of three major Sumiyoshi Shrines in Japan. It was established in 927. The gods enshrines in this shrine have been worshipped for protecting the nation, and sea voyage since ancient time as well as for promoting Waka in Heian era. The main hall is built in 1623 by Kuroda Nagamasa.
<b>Visitor’s Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station.
1. walk south west (10 min.)
yes222http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ishikura_brewery_hyakunengura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FO010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIshikura Brewery HyakunenguraIshikura Brewery Hyakunengura(石蔵酒造博多百年蔵) is one of the oldest Sake Brewery in Fukuoka. It is over 140 years old. Their building is also about 140 years old. You can buy great fresh Sake directly brewed. They have great tasting for all seasonable Sake. It is very popular tourist spot as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Open: 10:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hakata Station.
1. use Fukuoka Subway to Nakasu-kawabata.
2. change the line to Kenchoguchi.
3. walk south (10 min.)
yes201http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_kagoshima_ohara_bushi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT108.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT108.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance Kagoshima OharaBushiKagoshima Ohara Bushi (鹿児島おはら節) is a dance of Kagoshima. It uses local song of Kagoshima. Dance is very simple, but very rhythmical, as well.
Level: 01 Easy
Type: Rhythmical
yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takaosan_fire_walking_monks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL242.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL242.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakaosan Fire-walking MonksTakaosan Fire-walking Monks (高尾山火渡り祭) happens at the 2nd Sunday of March. It is one of the biggest Shugendo events in Takaosan Yakuoin Temple. This fire-walking is also open for audience. After the monks walked on the fire, you can also walk on the fire.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking, but it will be so many people join. So, we recommend to use public transportation.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Takao (4 min.)
2. use Keio Line to Takaosanguchi (2 min.)
3. walk north (10 min.)
yes450http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuchu_kyodo_no_mori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL243.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL243.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFuchu Kyodo no MoriFuchu Kyodo no Mori (府中郷土の森の梅) is one of the popular Ume, Japanese plum, forest in Tokyo. There are about 60 kinds 1,100 plum trees in this park. Those plums will bloom from February to middle of March. During the blossom of Ume, there is plum festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuchu Station
1. use local bus to Kyodonomorimae (10 min.)
yes279http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/plums_shinjuku_gyoen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL244.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL244.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfPlums of Shinjuku GyoenPlums of Shinjuku Gyoen (新宿御苑の梅) are very beautiful. There are about 350 plum trees. There are two Japanese style gardens with plum trees. In Shinjuku Gyoen, there are many birds which you can enjoy. The chirp of birds, smell of plum and beautiful plum blossom are the amazing sign of the arrival of Spring.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission fee: 200 yen, 50 yen for kids.
Open Hours: 9:00 to 16:30 (Last admission at 16:00)
There is parking space.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Shingukugyoenmae (2 min.)
2. walk south (1 min.)
yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sankeien_garden_plum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL158.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL158.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfPlum in the Sankeien GardenSankeien Garden (三渓園の梅) is one of the popular Ume spot in Kanagawa. There are about 600 Ume, Japanese plum, trees in this garden. They bloom in the middle of March.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Entrance fee: 500 yen, 200 yen for kids, and 300 yen seniors.
Open 9:00 to 17:00 (close the gate at 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station
1. use City bus (35 min.)
yes358http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_heisei_shinjuku_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT109.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT109.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance Heisei Shinjuku OndoHeisei Shinjuku Ondo (平成新宿音頭) is one of the difficult Bon Dance. Therefore, once you remember its dance, it will be very fun Bon Dancing.
Song: Kyoko Hanada, Susumu Ishikawa.
Level: 05 Expert
Type: Very long song.
yes192http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tusyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK041.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK041.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTusyamaTusyama (津山) is a castle town located in middle of Okayama Prefecture. It is very famous for its castle and Sakura. There are many traditional houses which offers tourist the time traveling to Edo period. Tsuyama Castle which is the main feature of Tsuyama is chosen as 100 best Japanese castle and Sakura spots.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking. You can get a map at the tourist organization center located at the castle.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuyama Station.
yes363http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kikuseidai_observatory/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKikuseidai ObservatoryKikuseidai Observatory (掬星台展望台) has one of the best view spots for night sceneries in Kobe. It is located on Mt. Maya. It is considered as the 10 million dollars night view. It is also chosen as 3 best night views in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking (you have to walk about 20 min.) and restroom.
Park is open 24 hours.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kobe Station.
1. use Hankyu to Rokko.
2. use bus to Mayasanjo.
yes100http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/maruyama_park_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA052.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA052.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Maruyama ParkMaruyama Park (円山公園) is located in Gion, Kyoto. It is one of the most popular Sakura spot in Kyoto. There are about 680 Sakura trees in this park. In early APril, when Sakura bloom, many people have Hanami party in this park. There is famous Shidare Sakura in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is a restroom.
During Hanami season, there are many food stands in this park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto.
1. use Kyoto Subway to Karasumaoike.
2. use Tozai line to Higashiyama.
3. walk south (10 min.)
yes281http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shukugawa_park_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA051.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA051.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Shukugawa ParkShukugawa Park (夙川公園) is a riverside park located in Nishinomiya, Hyogo. It is very popular Sakura spot near Kobe. On the both side of Shukugawa river, there are about 1,660 Sakura in this park. It is chosen as one of 100 best Sakura spots. From the end of March to the beginning of April, Sakura bloom and many people have Hanami party, here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking around and restroom.
You can have Hanami party here.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kobe Station.
1. use Hankyu Kobe Line to Shukugawa.
yes348http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mizumoto_park_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA053.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA053.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Mizumoto ParkMizumoto Park (水元公園) is one of the biggest park in Tokyo Metro. It is also very famous Sakura spot in Katsushika. There are about 1,300 Sakura trees on its bank.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom. No light-up Sakura.
You can have Hanami party.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kanamachi.
2. use bus to Mizumoto park.
yes322http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsuyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK040.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK040.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsuyama CastleTsuyama Castle (津山城) is a hilltop castle located in the middle of Okayama prefecture. It is chosen as 100 best castles. Tsuyama castle is also very famous for its Sakura. Therefore, it is chosen as 100 best Sakura spot, as well. The great stone walls and baileys remain, and Bitchu Yagura was reconstructed. On the top of the mountain, it has great view of Tsuyama City.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuyama station.
1. walk north (10 min.)
yes330http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/handayama_park_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA050.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA050.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Handayama parkHandayama park(半田山植物園) is very popular Hanami spot in Okayama. There are about 1,000 Sakura trees in this park. Many people have Hanami party in the beginning of April when Sakura bloom. There are over 100 years Sakura in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
When Sakura is blooming, there is a lighten up Sakura until 21:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use bus to Handayamashokubutsuen.
yes320http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nunobiki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNunobiki FallsNunobiki Falls (布引の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Kobe. It is also one of three major sacred waterfalls. It is also chosen as 100 best water. Because it is located very near from Kobe, the hiking course around the waterfalls are very popular.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom. You can use the parking of Shin-Kobe Station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kobe Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Sannomiya.
2. use Hokushin Line to Shinkobe.
yes338http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ako_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAko CastleAko Castle (赤穂城) is a flatland located western Hyogo prefecture. It was built by Oka Mitsuhiro in 1466. It is famous for one of Chushingura related spot. Current Structure was designed by Asano Naganao, the first lord of Ako Domain. After the story of Chushingura, Mori clan was moved in this castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Himeji Station.
1. use JR Ako Line to Banshu Ako (20 min.)
yes344http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nishigawa_park_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA047.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA047.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Nishigawa ParkNishigawa Park (西川公園) is popular Sakura spot in Okayama. On the riverside of Nishigawa, there are many beautiful Sakura trees.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes262http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ujo_park_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA048.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA048.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Ujo ParkUjo Park (烏城公園) is located in Okayama City. It is a popular Sakura spot in Okayama. There are about 200 Sakura trees in this park. In the beginning of April, all Sakura bloom in this park and many people enjoy Hanami.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use City train to Shiroshita.
2. walk east.
yes227http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mino_park_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA049.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA049.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Mino ParkMino Park (三野公園) is one of the popular Sakura spot in Okayama. There are about 800 Sakura trees in this park. In the early April, Sakura bloom and many people enjoy Hanami. This park is located on the top of hill, and it has great view of Okayama city.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
If you want to have Hanami party, ou can't use fire.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use bus to Mino.
yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mino_hana_mikoshi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF058.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF058.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHana-Mikoshi in MinoHana-Mikoshi (花みこし) is one of the exciting Mikoshi Matsuri happens at Mino, Gifu prefecture. In the middle of April, about 30 Hana-Mikoshi dance and travel all over the town of Mino. Hana-Mikoshi is a Mikoshi with Huge paper flowers which made from Mino washi paper. It just looks like a huge Sakura on the top of Mikoshi. The dance of those gorgeous Mikoshi are very energetic and powerful. Feel and enjoy the exciting atmosphere.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Date of the festival: 2nd Saturday of April.
Time: parade starts at 9:00 at Hachiman Shrine.
Travel to the Mino historical district.
Soneri at Hirooka crossing.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mino city.
1. walk to north (15 min.)
yes555http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minomatsuri_yama_nerimono/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF059.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF059.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMinomatsuri Yama-NerimonoMinomatsuri Yama-Nerimono (美濃祭 山車・ねりもの) happens in the 2nd day of Mino Matsuri. Mino Minomatsuri is held in the middle of April. This parade float festival has been kept since Edo period. 6 huge traditional parade-floats with puppets assembled at Hachiman Shrine. Then, they demonstrate the performance to the god of the shrine. After the ritual reception, the float spins and runs back to their town. All these floats are registered as the folk cultural assets of Gifu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Date of the festival: 2nd Sunday of April.
Time :13:00
Location: at Hachiman Shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mino Station.
1. walk north (20 min.)
yes470http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mino_ogura_park_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA055.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA055.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Mino Ogura ParkOgura Park (小倉公園) is one of the popular Hanami spot in Mino city. There are about 1,000 Sakura trees in this park. From the beginning of April to the middle of April, Sakura bloom and many people visit here and enjoy Hanami party.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but during Sakura festival, parking will be closed.
On the weekend of blooming period, there is Sakura festival which has many food stands.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mino Station.
1. walk north (20 min.)
yes265http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mino_bridge_north_side_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA056.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA056.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at North side of Mino BridgeNorth side of Mino Bridge (美濃橋北) is a popular Sakura spot in Mino. There are many Sakura trees on the riverside of Nagaragawa River. From the beginning of April to the middle of April, Sakura bloom and many people visit here and enjoy Hanami party.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking but you can use Michinoeki for parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mino Station.
1. use Etsubiminami Line to Baizan.
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mizumoto_chuo_park_hanami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA054.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA054.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Mizumoto Chuo ParkMizumoto Chuo Park (水元中央公園) is located at Katsushika, Tokyo. It has great Sakura trees. It is a nice Hanami spot in Katsushika.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kitasenju Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kanamachi Station (4 min.)
2. use bus to Chuokoen.
yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawaminato_lighthouse/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF060.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF060.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKawaminato LighthouseKawaminato Lighthouse (川湊灯台) is a historical building of Mino. Kanamori Nagachika, the lord of this area duirng Edo period, built a port at this place. This place was very import transportation spot because of Nagaragawa river. This 9m tall lighthouse and its stone walls are remains since then.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mino Station.
1. use bus to Ogurakoen.
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes50http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kodukue_castle_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL159.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL159.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKozukue Castle MatsuriKozukue Castle Matsuri (小机城址まつり) is Yokohama's Samurai parade which is held in early April when Sakura bloom. There are about 50 Samura, daimyo, princess, gunners and kids samurai parade from Sankaiji Temple to Kozukue Castle. At the castle, there is a demonstration of Samurai Kick-off rally.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parade starts from 11:00 and arrive at Kozukue Castle at 13:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Kozukue (20 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes327http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_janken/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT110.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT110.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to JankenJanken is the most common way to decide the winner in Japan. Use one hand and make 3 different shapes to decide the winner or loser. Great thing about Janken is that you can use it with multi-persons. Janken is fun and fair way to decide the winner.
yes359http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tadachi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL055.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL055.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTadachi FallsTadachi Falls (田立の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Nagiso, Nagano Prefecture. There are many waterfalls along Otaki River. The name Tadachi Falls is the collective term of those waterfalls. It is designated as the scenic beauty of Nagano. It is a popular hiking course to enjoy many waterfalls and great view from the top of Fudo Rock.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking.
Admission: 200 yen.
Hiking takes 3 hours. Requires nice shoes for hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagiso Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tadachi (10 min.)
2. take a taxi to its parking (20 min.)
yes352http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryuugin_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF061.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF061.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRyuugin FallsRyuugin Falls (竜吟の滝) is a waterfalls located in Mizunami, Gifu. There are several waterfalls in this spots.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakatsugawa Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kamado Station (21 min.)
2. walk north (15 min.)
yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiso_ono_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL054.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL054.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKiso Ono FallsOno Falls (小野の滝) is a beautiful waterfalls located on Kiso Road. It is about 20m tall. It is chosen as one of eight view of Kiso.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. Nagiso Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Uematsu.
2. walk south (50 min.)yes147http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rasen_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL056.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL056.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRasen FallsRasen Falls (螺旋滝) is one of Tadachi Waterfalls located in Nagiso, Nagano.
Tadachi Falls is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls. Rasen literary means spiral. So, it has a spiral shape.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking.
Admission: 200 yen.
Hiking takes 3 hours. Requires nice shoes for hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagiso Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tadachi (10 min.)
2. take a taxi to its parking (20 min.)
yes157http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiri_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL056.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL056.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKiri FallsKiri Falls (霧ヶ滝) is one of Tadachi Waterfalls located in Nagiso, Nagano.
Tadachi Falls is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls. Kiri literary means Mist.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking.
Admission: 200 yen.
Hiking takes 3 hours. Requires nice shoes for hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagiso Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tadachi (10 min.)
2. take a taxi to its parking (20 min.)
yes158http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tenga_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL058.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL058.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTenga FallsTenga Falls (天河滝) is one of Tadachi Waterfalls located in Nagiso, Nagano.
It is the biggest and major waterfalls of Tadachi. Its height is about 40m. Tadachi Falls is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls. Rasen literary means spiral. So, it has a spiral shape.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking.
Admission: 200 yen.
Hiking takes 3 hours. Requires nice shoes for hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagiso Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tadachi (10 min.)
2. take a taxi to its parking (20 min.)
yes148http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tadachi_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL059.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL059.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTadachi Fudo FallsTadachi Fudo Falls (田立不動滝) is one of Tadachi Waterfalls located in Nagiso, Nagano. Tadachi Falls is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking.
Admission: 200 yen.
Hiking takes 3 hours. Requires nice shoes for hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagiso Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tadachi (10 min.)
2. take a taxi to its parking (20 min.)
yes69http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiso_kakuyoku_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL060.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL060.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKiso Kakuyoku FallsKakuyoku Falls (鶴翼滝) is one of Tadachi Waterfalls located in Nagiso, Nagano. Tadachi Falls is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking.
Admission: 200 yen.
Hiking takes 3 hours. Requires nice shoes for hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagiso Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tadachi (10 min.)
2. take a taxi to its parking (20 min.)
yes97http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uruu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL061.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL061.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUruu FallsUruu Falls (うるう滝) is one of Tadachi Waterfalls located in Nagiso, Nagano. Tadachi Falls is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking.
Admission: 200 yen.
Hiking takes 3 hours. Requires nice shoes for hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagiso Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tadachi (10 min.)
2. take a taxi to its parking (20 min.)
yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fudo_rock_observatory/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL062.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL062.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFudo Rock ObservatoryFudo Rock Observatory(不動岩展望台) is located on Tadachi, Nagano. It has great view of Nakatsugawa area and northern Alps and Central Alps. It is located on the hiking course of Tadachi waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking.
Admission: 200 yen.
Hiking takes 3 hours. Requires nice shoes for hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagiso Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tadachi (10 min.)
2. take a taxi to its parking (20 min.)
yes89http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hachimaki_observatory/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHachimaki ObservatoryHachimaki Observatory (鉢巻展望台) is one of view spots of Mt. Rokko. It has great a view of Kobe city, especially, the night view is one of the best in Kansai region. Because it is located on the middle of Mt. Rokko, it is not effected by the weather as much as on the top of the mountain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restoom.
<b>Access</b>
Only available by car.
yes98http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rokko_garden_terrace/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRokko Garden TerraceRokko Garden Terrace (六甲ガーデンテラス) is one of view spots of Mt. Rokko. It has great a view of Kobe city, especially, the night view is one of the best in Kansai region. There is an observatory tower which has great view. The enter place are designed as the town of Europa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kobe Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Like to Sannomiya (4 min.)
2. use Kobe City Line Saishin Line to Tanigami Station. (11 min.)
3. use Shintetsu Arima Line to Arima Onsen.
4. use bus to Rokko ropeway (6 min.)
yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sennen_fuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL245.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL245.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSennen FujiSennen Fuji (千年乃藤) is over 400 years old Fuji tree, Japanese wisteria. It is a sacred tree of Kokuryo Shrine. During the end of April, Fuji flowers bloom beautiful flowers. Sennen literary means 1,000 years. This Fuji is about 4 m tall and the Fuji flower table is 400 squire meters. It is one of the popular Fuji spots in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuchu Station.
1. use Keio Line to Fuda.
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes214http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rikugien_garden_azalea/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL247.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL247.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAzalea of Rikugien GardenAzalea of Rikugien Garden (六義園のツツジ) is one of the main feature of this garden. Around the beginning of May, all Azalea bloom beautiful flowers. The greens of the garden will be colored with great red, pink and white arts.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Addmission: 300 yen for adults, 150 yen for kids.
Opens: 9:00 to 17:00, but for the light-up season, they open until 21:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station
1. use JR Yamanote line to Komagome (6 min.)
2. walk south (3 min.)
yes262http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyanagawa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL058.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL058.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOyanagawa ValleyOyanagawa Valley (大柳川渓谷) is located in Fujigawa town, Yamanashi Prefecture. It is a part of Minami Alps. This is one of great one-day-hiking spot in Yamanashi with many beautiful waterfalls. During the early summer, it has beautiful green leaves. In Autumn, it has great Koyo leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minobu Station.
1. use JR Minobu Line to Kajikazawacuhi.
2. use local bus to Jukkokukannkouchusyajo.
yes418http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tonogayato_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL246.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL246.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTonogayato GardenTonogayato Garden (殿ヶ谷戸庭園) is one of Japanese style gardens of Tokyo. It is located in Kokubunji. It is registered as National Scenic Beauty. There are many springs in this garden, and the area has a small hills. The garden designer took advantage of springs and geological figure. There are many seasonable flowers which you can enjoy.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Admission: 150 yen for adult. 70 yen for seniors.
There is a group discount from 20 persons.
No pet allowed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kichijoji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kokubunji.
2. walk south (2 min.)
yes291http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amanbuchi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL059.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL059.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAmanbuchi FallsAmanbuchi Falls (天淵の滝) is a major waterfalls located in Oyanagawa valley. Oyanagawa Valley is a great valley of Minami Alps.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Don't enter the restricted area.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minobu Station.
1. use JR Minobu Line to Kajikazawacuhi.
2. use local bus to Jukkokukannkouchusyajo.
3. walk (15 min.)
yes128http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyanagawa_godan_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL060.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL060.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOyanagawa Godan FallsGodan Falls (五段の滝) is one of waterfalls located in Oyanagawa Valley. Oyanagawa Valley is a great valley of Minami Alps. It is a 5-step waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Be careful when you watch this falls.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minobu Station.
1. use JR Minobu Line to Kajikazawacuhi.
2. use local bus to Jukkokukannkouchusyajo.
3. walk (25 min.)
yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suzumi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL061.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL061.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSuzumi FallsSuzumi Falls (涼みの滝) one of waterfalls located in Oyanagawa Valley. Oyanagawa Valley is a great valley of Minami Alps.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Be careful when you watch this falls.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minobu Station.
1. use JR Minobu Line to Kajikazawacuhi.
2. use local bus to Jukkokukannkouchusyajo.
3. walk (25 min.)
yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyana_river_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL062.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL062.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFudo Falls of Oyana riverFudo Falls of Oyana river(大柳川不動滝) is a beautiful waterfalls located in Fujigawa town, Yamanashi prefecture. It is 2 steps waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minobu Station.
1. use JR Minobu Line to Kajikazawacuhi.
2. use local bus to toriya.
3. walk west.
yes104http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyana_shio_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL063.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL063.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHayakawa Oshio FallsOshio Falls (大塩の滝) is a 8m tall waterfalls located in Hayakawa Town, Yamanashi prefecture. The amount of water is very huge and the waterfalls is very beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking on a market you can use.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minobu Station.
1. use local bus to Hayakawachokyodoshiryoukan.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okayama_fuji_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK042.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OK042.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFuji Park in OkayamaFuji Park (藤公園) of Wake Town is one of the best Fuji, Japanese Wisteria, park in Okayama prefecture. There are about 100 kinds of Wisteria in this park. You can enjoy various colors of Fuji flowers which bloom in the end of April to early May. The Fuji table of this park is about 500m long.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Admission (Only Matusri period when Wisteria blooms): 300 yen for adult, and 150 yen for kids. There is a group discount from 15 people.
No pet.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okayama Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Wake (30 min.)
2. walk north (1 hr.)
yes277http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsushika_craftwork_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL248.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL248.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKatsushika Craftwork MuseumKatsushika Traditional Craftwork Museum (葛飾区伝統産業館,Katsushika-ku Dento Sangyo kan.) is a correct shop of craftworks made by Traditional craftmen of Katsushika. There are 45 members of Claftmen registered in this museum. 25 of them display and sale their claftworks at here. Each claftmen bring their unique and traditional craftworks here for sale.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 11:00 to 18:00
Close on Monday and Tuesday.
Every 3rd Saturday, we have experiencing claftwroks.
Contact <a href="mailto:info@mustlovejapan.com">MLJ</a> for making reservation.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa
1. use Keisei Line to Keisei Tateishi (8 min.)
2. walk north (4 min.)
yes528http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gyosen_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL249.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL249.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGyosen parkGyosen park (行船公園) is a park with Japanese garden and zoo located in Kasai, Tokyo. The garden is called Heisei Garden which is a typical pond surrounding garden. There is an Iris spots, Azalea spots, and many Sakura trees in this garden. This park also has fishing ponds, free zoo and kid's play ground.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Zoo
Admission: Free.
Open: 10:00 to 16:30 Close 16:00 from Nov. to Feb.
Close on Monday.
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Tozai Line to Nishi Kasai.
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes281http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asukayama_hydrangea/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL250.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL250.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHydrangea at Asukayama ParkAsukayama Park (飛鳥山公園) is a very popular Sakura spot in Tokyo. It has also great Hydrangea located on the north side of the park. There are 1,300 Hydrangea trees which are one of the biggest numbers in Tokyo Metro area.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Hydrangea blooms in June.
They are planted on the north side of the park between train rails and the park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use KeihinTohoku Line to Oji.
2. walk west (2 min.)
yes314http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/torigoe_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL251.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL251.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTorigoe MatsuriTorigoe Matsuri (鳥越まつり) is one of the exciting Mikoshi Matsuri in Tokyo. It is held at the nearest Sunday from June 9 by Torigoe Shrine. The main feature of this Matsuri is Senkan Mikoshi which is the Mikoshi of Torigoe Shrine. This Mikoshi is 4 tons of weight which is the heaviest Mikoshi in Tokyo. Mikoshi parade starts in the morning and travels all over the Towns of Torigoe and returns to the shrine. At the returning, The mikoshi will be decorated with lanterns. The returning Mikoshi is called "Miyairi," and it is the highlight of this festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many food stands around the shrine during the festival.
You can use restroom of the shrine.
Happens in: the nearest Sunday from June 9.
It will be mass of people in front of the shrine at night.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa Station
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Kuramae (2 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes575http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mukojima_hyakkaen_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL252.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL252.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMukojima Hyakkaen GardenMukojima Hyakkaen Garden (向島百花園) is one of flower gardens in Tokyo. Hyakka literary means 100 flowers. There are over 15,00 trees and flowers which bloom in each seasons. It is registered as the national scenic beauty and historical assets. It was used to be a plum gardens, but today many flowers which mostly related with Japanese or Chinese poem. The flowers of this garden blooms all through a year, so you can always enjoy blossoms.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 150 Yen, seniors 70 yen, under junior high free.
There are group discount from 20 persons.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00, the last entry 16:30.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa
1. use Tobu Isesaki Line to Higashi Mukosjima ( 5 min.)
2. walk west (5 min.)
yes350http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinagawa_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL253.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL253.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShinagawa-jukuShinagawa-juku (品川宿) is the first post town on Tokaido Road. Tokaido is the major road connecting Edo and Kyoto. Shinagawa-juku is located 8km from Nihonbashi. It was the entrance of Edo. Shinagawa-juku, Shin-juku, Itabashi-juku and Senju-juku were the major post town of Edo. Today, Shinagawa-juku becomes shopping district. The width of the road is the same as it used to be.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use Keihin Line to Kita-Shinagawa. (2 min.)
2. walk south (2 min.)
yes302http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujizuka_shinagawa_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL254.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL254.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFujizuka at Shinagawa ShrineFujizuka at Shinagawa Shrine (品川神社富士塚) is a miniature Mt. Fuji. FujizukaIt is a spiritual spot just like Mt. Fuji. It was built in 1869. Worshipping to Mt. Fuji was not easy for long time. It was built for those who couldn't climb up the real Mt. Fuji. It has great view of Shinagawa area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is a opening festival in July 1 just like Mt. Fuji.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use Keihin Line to Shinbaba Station (4 min.)
2. walk north-west (5 min.)
yes185http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_tokyo_skytree_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT111.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT111.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance Tokyo Skytree OndoThe video introduction of how to dance Tokyo Skytree Ondo (東京スカイツリー音頭の踊り方).
Level 3: Normal
Typle: Slow
Song: "Tokyo Skytree Ondo" by Hiroko Aizawa.
yes171http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_dance_tokyo_gorin_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT112.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT112.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to dance Tokyo Gorin OndoThe video introduction of how to dance Tokyo Gorin Ondo (東京五輪音頭の踊り方).
Level 2: easy
Typle: slow
Song: "Tokyo Gorin Ondo" by Takashi Miyata.
yes183http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/doll_shop_tanabe/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL255.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL255.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDoll Shop TanabeDoll Shop Tanabe (人形の田辺, ningyonotanabe) is a warehouse of Kimekomi Dolls located in Asakusabashi. Kimekomi Doll is a traditional Japanese craft that is made from wooden body and decorated by Japanese fabrics. Doll Shop Tanabe has all tools and supplies need for Kimekomi Dolls. It has thousands of Kimono fabrics and hundreds of the doll bodies. They also have a glass cases, folding screen, Tatami mattress for the dolls.
"Delight of making dolls, pleasure of decorating dolls."
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 10:00 to 18:00
It is located on the 7th floor of Akku Building(アックビル).
Please make a reservation for the similar lesson on this video.
<a href="mailto:info@mustlovejapan.com">Contact MLJ for Reservation.</a>
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akihabara Station.
1. use JR Sobu Line To Asakusabashi.
2. walk north (1 min.)
yes533http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nachi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNachi FallsNachi Falls (那智大滝, nachi no ootaki) is one of the three major watrfalls as well as Kegon and Fukuroda in Japan. Nachi is located in southern Wakayama prefecture. It is also chosen as 100 best Japanese waterfalls. The height of the falls is 133m and the width is 13m. As a single straight falls, Nachi Falls is the highest waterfalls in Japan. It has been respected as the sacred waterfalls by many people. Today, it is registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking around the bottom of the falls.
Seigantoji temple has a great view of this falls.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. use JR Kise Line to Nachi (21 min.)
2. use bus to Nachisankan kanko center.
yes280http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumano_hongu_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKumano Hongu ShrineKumano Hongu Shrine (熊野本宮大社) is one of three Kumano Grand Shrines. There are thousands of Kumano Shrines in Japan, and this is the most important of them. Located in Wakayama Prefecture, the shrine was established over 2,000 years ago and it enshrines twelve gods of Kumano Gongen. The main god of the shrine is Ketsumimikonoookami, and Yata Crow, the three-legged crow, is the messenger of this god. As the one of great historic sites of Kumano, it is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. To worship at Kumano was highly respected and many people including emperors have prayed at this shrine.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
Parking and restrooms are available.
<b>Access</b>
0. Travel to Shingu Station.
1. use the local bus service to Kumano Hongudaisha.yes323http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumano_nachi_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKumano Nachi ShrineKumano Nachi Shrine (熊野那智大社) is one of three Kumano Grand Shrines. There are thousands of Kumano Shrines in Japan, and it is the top of them. It is located in Nachi-Katsuura, Wakayama prefecture. The first Japanese Emperor Jinmu enshrined the waterfalls, Nachi falls, as god. Then, he traveled to Nara safely by the guidance of Yata Crow. This legend of Yata Crow is very famous in Japanese Myth. The shrine was located near the falls, and moved to current location in 317. As the one of the great historic site of Kumano, it is registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Museum: 300 yen.
Waterfalls: 300 yen.
There is a group discount.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. use JR Kise Line to Nachi (21 min.)
2. use bus to Nachisankan kanko center.
yes221http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumano_hayatama_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKumano Hayatama ShrineKumano Hayatama Shrine (熊野速玉大社) is one of three Kumano Grand Shrines. There are thousands of Kumano Shrines in Japan, and this is the top of them. It is located in Shingu, Wakayama Prefecture. Legend said, it was established about 2,000 years ago. It enshrines Izanagi no Mikoto, Izanami no Mikoto and other 12 gods. In the time of Emperor Koken, this shrine was entitled the best sacred spot in Japan. As the one of great historic site of Kumano, it is registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is very important to worship all three Kumano Grand Shrines. Kumano Shrine helps salvation of our three lives. Hayatama Shrine helps the salvation of the pervious life. Nachi Shrine helps the salvation of the current life. Hongu Shrine helps the salvation of next life. Kumano Shrines are highly respected for over thousands of years.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. walk walk north-west (15 min.)
yes272http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nachi_san_seiganto_ji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNachi-san Seiganto-ji TempleNachi-san Seiganto-ji Temple (那智山青岸渡寺) is located in Nachi-Katsuura, Wakayama Prefecture. It is one of sacred spot of Nachi, and registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was established by Priest Ragyo who was highly trained in India in the 4th century. He practiced under Nachi Falls, and found a small image of Kannon at the basin. The current hall was reconstructed by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in 1590. On the side of three stories pagoda, it has great view of Nachi Falls.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. use JR Kise Line to Nachi (21 min.)
2. use bus to Nachisankan kanko center.
yes252http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumano_daimonzaka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKumano DaimonzakaDaimonzaka (熊野古道大門坂) is one of Kumano Pilgrimage Routes located in Nachi. It leads to Nachi Grand Shrine and Seiganto-ji Temple. It is also a part of UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kii Mountain. This path has a beautiful cedar avenue, and remains the original stone floors. It is about 500m long 100m difference of elevation. Many people used this path for worshipping the scared place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. use JR Kise Line to Nachi (21 min.)
2. use bus to Daimonzaka.
yes275http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_take_care_katana/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT113.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT113.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to take care KatanaHow to take care Katana (刀の手入れの仕方). Katana is Japanese style sword. To keep it in great condition, you must take care of it constantly. Katana is made from Iron and other metals. Therefore, Katana must be coated with oil to prevent oxidization. It is also very important to know the manner of Katana. If you have Katana, please take a look and study the correct way of taking care Katana.
yes578http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuwanoki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKuwanoki FallsKuwanoki Falls (桑ノ木の滝) is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Shingu, Wakayama Prefecture. It is about 21m tall and 8m wide.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
The road to the waterfalls is not in great condition after disaster of Typhoon in 2011. So, please be careful when you see this falls.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit.
From route 168 to 230. There is parking. 15 min. from the parking.
yes94http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamikura_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKamikura ShrineKamikura Shrine (神倉神社) is one of the oldest shrine in Japan. It is located on Mt. Kamikura in Shingu Wakayama Prefecture. It is very old shrine as it appears in Japanese Myth. In Japanese Myth, the first Emperor Jimmu received the divine sword on the top of Mt. Kamikura. With the sword, he succeeded his conquer. The stone stairs were donated by Minamoto no Yoritomo. It was highly respected by many people for the faith of Kumano. It is registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking.
There are 538 Steps and they are very high-slope, so be careful.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. walk west (20 min.)
yes221http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumano_asuka_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKumano Asuka ShrineAsuka Shrine (阿須賀神社) is the oldest shrine in Kumano. It is located in Shingu, Wakayama prefecture. It is located Mt. Renna that is considered as the perfect Kannabi mountain where god appears from the heaven. Mt. Hona is 48m high and there is Kumano River on the north side of the mountain. In front of this mountain, the water of the river and ocean mix perfectly at high tide. That is called "Musubi." The water of the river is considered as "Yin." The water of ocean is "Yang." "Yin and Yang" is also very important philosophy in Shintoism. Asuka Shrine is the only few sacred place where those three terms, "Kannabi" "Musubi" and "Yin and Yang," appears at the same location.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. walk north (10 min.)
yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shingu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShingu CastleShingu Castle (新宮城) is a hilltop castle located in Shingu, Wakayama. It was built in 1648 by Asano Tadayoshi. Shingu Castle is also called Tanzuru Castle. After the battle of Sekigahara, Asano Tadayoshi, the samurai of Asano Yoshinaga, became the lord of Shingu, and built this castle. In 1615, this castle was abandoned, but rebuilt in the same year. In 1633, Mizuno Shigenaka, the lord of Shingu at that time, completed the castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. walk north (5 min.)
yes302http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takino_hai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakino haiTakino hai (滝の拝) is waterfalls located in the middle of Wakayama Prefecture. It literary means cups of waterfalls. There are many potholes and waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. use JR Kise Line to Koza
2. use bus to Takinohai (45 min.)
yes278http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanajiro_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanajiro FallsHanajiro Falls (鼻白の滝) is two step waterfalls located in Shingu. The upper falls are 45m tall and lower falls are 38m tall. Hanajiro literary means white nose. It was named after white nose eel that lived here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking
No restroom.
The road is closed now. So, you have to walk from route 168.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit. Drive route 168 north from Shingu station. (20 min.)
yes180http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koza_river_rock/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Rock of Koza riverThe Rock of Koza river (古座川の一枚岩) is one of best tourist spot in Kozagawa. It is a single rock about 800m wide and 150m tall. It is registered as the national monument of nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Thre is a gift shop and restaurant in front of the rock.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. use JR Kise Line to Koza
2. use bus to Ichimai Iwa.
yes118http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shirami_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShirami FallsShirami Falls (白見の滝) is located in Shingu, Wakayama prefecture. It is about 15m tall waterfalls. There are many beautiful waterfalls in Shingu, and this falls is one of them.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Don't come closer because those rocks are unstable.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. use bus to Shirami
yes99http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shingu_jofuku_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShingu Jofuku ParkJofuku Park (徐福公園) is located in Shingu, Wakayama Prefecture. It is a memorial park of Jofuku. It was used to be a grave of Jofuku. In 1994, people built a park around his grave with Chinese style gate and other Jofuku related facilities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, restroom and gift shop.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. walk north (2 min.)
yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyunohara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOyunoharaOyunohara (大斎原) is the former location of Kumano Hongu Shrine. Historically speaking, all people headed to this place. In 1889, the shrines are destroyed by flooding. Those buildings were moved to the top of a hill located little north. This place was used to be an island surrounded by Kumano and Otonashi river. Instead of Misogi, visitors must walk though the cold river to worship. There is a largest Torii Gate in this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Statio.
1. use local bus to Kumano Hongudaisya.
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes148http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hirou_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHirou ShrineHirou Shrine (飛瀧神社) is located at the bottom of Nachi Great Falls. It enshrines Nachi Great Falls. Nachi Great Falls is one of three major Japanese waterfalls. It has 133m tall that is the tallest waterfalls as a single straight falls. This shrine is a part of Kumano Nachi Grand Shrine. There is no building for praying. In this shrine, people worship directly to the falls.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is a public parking around the falls.
There is restroom.
Admission to the access to the basin of the waterfalls: 300 Yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station.
1. use JR Kise Line to Nachi (21 min.)
2. use bus to Takimae.
yes260http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumano_nunobiki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKumano Nunobiki FallsKumano Nunobiki Falls (熊野布引の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Kumano, Mie Prefecture. It is four-step waterfalls, 53m high in total. It was formed on Kumano Granite for over thousands of years. Nunobiki literary means lied towel. Because this waterfalls has light slop, there is no sound when water fall. So, people named Nunobiki because it is just like a towel hanging over the cliff. It has great Autumn leaves in Fall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Street is not in great condition. So, be careful when you drive.
<b>Access</b>
You need a car.
Drive 311 from Kuman down town.
change to 780.
Make left to Hacho Valley.
yes138http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumano_ara_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKumano Ara FallsKumano Ara Falls (熊野荒滝) is one of waterfalls located in Kumano, Mie Prefecture. It is 25m high. It is located near Nunobiki Falls and there are 3 other beautiful waterfalls. So, you can enjoy waterfalls tour around this area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Street is not in great condition. So, be careful when you drive.
<b>Access</b>
You need a car.
Drive 311 from Kuman down town.
change to 780.
Make left to Hacho Valley.
yes85http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/haccho_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHaccho Great FallsHaccho Great Falls (八丁大滝, haccho otaki) is located in Kiwa, Mie Prefecture. It is 10m high. It is located near Nunobiki Falls and there are 3 other beautiful waterfalls. So, you can enjoy waterfalls tour around this area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space.
Street is not in great condition. So, be careful when you drive.
<b>Access</b>
You need a car.
Drive 311 from Kuman down town.
change to 780.
Make left to Hacho Valley.
yes102http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hananoiwaya_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHananoiwaya ShrineHananoiwaya Shrine (花窟神社) is one of the oldest shrine in Japan. It is located in Kumano, Mie Prefecture. This shrine appears in Japanese Myth. Legend said, Izanaminomikoto was buried under a huge rock in here. It has been highly respected as the sacred place for long time. This shrine is registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
There is a small shopping male in front of the Shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumanochi station.
1. take bus to Hananoiwajinja.
yes171http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shishi_rock/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShishi RockShishi Rock (獅子岩) is a lion shape rock located in Kumano, Mie prefecture. It is registered as a part of UNESCO World Heritage Site, and national monument of nature. The size of the rock is 25m tall and 210m around. Because of its shape, it is considered as Komainu of Oma Shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumanoshi Station.
1. walk south (20 min.)
yes141http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asakusabashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL256.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL256.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAsakusabashiAsakusabashi (浅草橋) is a doll-shop districted where there are many warehouses of Japanese traditional dolls. It is located in east side of Akihabara. There are many famous Japanese doll shops, and other warehouses of the doll. They have all supplies that you need for Japanese traditional dolls. Asakusabashi provide all kinds of Hina Dolls, small helmet and armers for boy's day, Kimekomi dolls and other traditiona dolls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is few parking.
This is a warehouse district. So, most of the shops closes on the weekend.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akihabara Station.
1. use JR Sobu Line to Asakusabashi.
yes337http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yomogi_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL039.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL039.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYomogi Fudo FallsYomogi Fudo Falls (四方木不動滝) is one of beautiful waterfalls of Boso Peninsula. It is located in Kamogawa, Chiba. It is 10m high and 8m wide. There are another waterfalls right next to this fall called Medaki.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit.
Located on route 81.
yes189http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toyofusa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL040.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL040.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfToyofusa FallsToyofusa Falls (豊英大滝) is located southern Boso Peninsula, Chiba. It is two-step waterfalls, 7.5m and 2.5m tall and 20m wide.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking near, but you can park at the entrance of Seiwa Kenmin park.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit.
located on route 410.
yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/maenosoubiki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL041.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL041.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMaenosoubiki FallsMaenosoubiki Falls(前蔵引の滝) is 9.2m tall waterfalls located in Boso Peninsula. There are 6 other waterfalls located around this falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but its road is not in great condition.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit.
20 min from parking.
located on route 258.
yes97http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL042.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL042.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBo FallsBo Falls (坊滝) is one of seven Masuma Waterfalls located in Boso peninsula. It is 25m tall. Bo Falls literary means the monk falls. The priest of Enma Temple near this fall had his practice under this waterfalls.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit.
40 min from parking.
located on route 258.
yes157http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minamibousou_bo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL043.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL043.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMinamibousou Bo FallsMinamibousou Bo Falls (棒滝) is about 15m tall waterfalls located in Minamiboso, Chiba Prefecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It is hidden.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit.
located on route 258.
yes157http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukube_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFukube FallsFukube Falls (ふくべの大滝) is one of waterfalls of Hakusan Super Rindo, mountain path, that is located between Isikawa prefecture and Gifu Prefecture. It is 86m high. It is a dynamic waterfalls and one of the popular spot on this Rindo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on between route 360 and 156.
Drive 360 all the way to the end.
yes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ubaga_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUbaga FallsUbaga Falls (姥ヶ滝) is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Ishikawa. It is also popular waterfalls of Hakusan Super Rindo. The hight of the falls is about 111m. There is Onsen on the bottom of the falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on between route 360 and 156.
Drive 360 all the way to the end.
yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakusan_super_mountain_road/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHakusan Super Mountain RoadHakusan Super Mountain Road (白山スーパー林道, hakusan super rindo) is a mountain road that connect Isikawa prefecture and Gifu Prefecture over Mt. Hakusan. It is 33.3km long in total. Not only it has great views of mountain and arial views, but also it has great valley with many wonderful waterfalls. The road is only available in summer and autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Season: June 1 to November 10 (it might change with weather reason.)
Open: From June to August 7:00 to 18:00
From September to November 8:00 to 17:00
No over stay allowed.
Toll Fare:
June and September to November : 3150 yen for normal car. 2540 yen for small car. There is round trip discount.
July to the end of August: 2500 yen for normal car. 2000 yen for small car.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
From Ishikawa:
It is located on between route 360 and 156. Drive 360 all the way to the end.
From Gifu:
Exit at Shirakawago of Tokai Hokuriku Express way. Drive south.
yes344http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sengen_grand_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI070.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI070.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSengen Grand ShrineSengen Grand Shrine (浅間大社, sengen daisya) is a traditional entrance of Mt. Fuji, and top of all 1,300 Sengen Shrine in Japan. It was established by 11th Emperor Suijin. It enshrines Konohanasakuya no Mikoto, the goddess of Mt. Fuji. On the top of Mt. Fuji, its penetralia is enshrined. Sengen Shrine was ordained as 1st shrine of Suruga from the imperial court, and many Shogun and politicians, such as Minamoto no Yoritomo, Ashikaga Takauji, Takeda Shingen and Toyotomi Hideyoshi respected donated treasures here. Current buildings and gates were built by Tokugawa Ieyasu. Today, as the entrance of Mt. Fuji and for its faith, many people worship here.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use JR Minobu Line to Fujinomiya Station (20 min.)
2. walk north (15 min.)
yes379http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mishima_grand_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI071.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI071.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMishima Grand ShrineMishima Grand Shrine (三嶋大社, Mishimadaisya) is one of the oldest Shrine located in Izu, Shizuoka. It appears in Japanese Myth. Many great worriers had respected Mishima Shrine especially Minamoto no Yoritomo. When he was banished to Izu, he prayed his victory at Matsuri of this shrine. He defeated Taira clan and built government of Shogun at Kamakura, later. From that legend, many Samurai donated their treasures for the success. Mishima Grand Shrine is the 1st shrine of Izu.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Mishima (30 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes267http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamasoko_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKamasoko FallsKamasoko Falls (岩底の滝) is one of waterfalls of Hakusan Super Rindo. There is a bottomless hole on the top of the waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on between route 360 and 156. Drive 360 all the way to the end.
yes94http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiritaka_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShiritaka FallsShiritaka Falls (しりたか滝) is one of waterfalls of Hakusan Super Rindo. There is a bottomless hole on the top of the waterfalls. It is a three steps waterfals. During Fall season, from morning to 11a.m., you can enjoy rainbow around this falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on between route 360 and 156. Drive 360 all the way to the end.
yes81http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/numazu_summer_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI072.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI072.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNumazu Summer FestivalNumazu Summer Festival (沼津夏祭り・狩野川花火大会, numazu natsumaturi, karinogawa hanabi) is a firework festival happens in the end of July at Numazu. The festival goes two days and 10,000 fireworks set off in this festival. It is one of the biggest fireworks in Shizuoka.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Fireworks launch at Karino River. You can see fireworks from any open space in Numazu city.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Numazu (20 min.)
2. walk south.
yes319http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shirataki_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI073.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI073.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShirataki ParkShirataki Park (白滝公園) is located near Mishima Station. It's a park of spring water from Mt. Fuji. There are many springs in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom, but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Mishima (30 min.)
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes265http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinyoshida_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL160.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL160.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShinyoshida MatsuriShinyoshida Matsuri (新吉田祭り) is Bon Odori Matsuri happnes in the end of July. It holds one of three elementary school of Shinyoshida Town Yokohama. You can enjoy local Bon Odori of Shinyoshida and Yokohama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom but no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Hiyoshi.
2. use Green Line to Takata.
3. walk west (20 min.) for Shinyoshida daini School.
yes333http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanegasaki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FI017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKanegasaki CastleKanegasaki Castle (金ヶ崎城) is a ruins of a hilltop castle located in Tsuruga, Fukui. The top of hill is about 86m high and located on the side of Tsuruga Bay. It was built in Genpei War in 12th century. This castle was used by the ballte of Taira no Michimori and Kiso Yoshinaka. In Sengoku Period, Toyotomi Hideyoshi brought up the rear for the battle of Kanegasaki. Hideyoshi risked his life to accomplish this mission to save his lord Nobunaga. He succeeded and his career in Nobunaga's command improve dramatically.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuruga Station.
1. walk north (30 min.)
yes317http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shirahama_oama_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI074.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI074.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShirahama Ohama BeachShirahama Ohama Beach (白浜大浜海岸) is one of Shirahama Beach located in Shimoda, Izu peninsula. It is 770m long beach with beautiful white sand and green ocean. Because it is conveniently located near from Tokyo, many people enjoy their summer time here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking, restroom and shower.
You can get rental parasols, floats, beach beds and body board.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shimoda Station.
1. use bus to Shirahama Beach (15 min.)
yes280http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shirahama_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI075.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI075.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShirahama ShrineShirahama Shrine (白濱神社) is the oldest shrine in Izu peninsula. It is Located in Shirahama Beach that is one of the best beach in Japan. Shirahama Shrine appears in Japanese Myth and enshrines Mishima Daimyojin. The god of this shrine created all the islands of Izu.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking.
In summer, the main shrine will be closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shimoda Station.
1. use bus to Shirahama Jinja (20 min.)
yes175http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_nesugata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI076.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI076.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. NesugataMt. Nesugata (寝姿山) is a small mountain located in Shimoda, Izu peninsula. It is one of the tourist attraction in Shimoda. It has a great view of Shimoda bay, and its view is considered as 1 of 3 views of Izu. There is a ropeway reach to the top of the mountain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking for the ropeway.
The ropeway ticket for a round trip: 1000 yen for adult, 500 yen for kids.
Open 9:00 to 16:45.
There is restaurant and gift shop at the top of mountain.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shimoda Station.
1. walk to the east (5 min.)
yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atsugi_fireworks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL161.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL161.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAtsugi FireworksAtsugi Fireworks (あつぎ鮎まつり花火大会) is one of the biggest fireworks happen in Kanagawa. It is held in beginning of August. This has over 10,000 fireworks. It has many starmines and the main feature is 250m long Niagara fireworks.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Location is the meeting point of Sagami River, Nakatsu River and Koayu River.
330 thousand people enjoy this fireworks.
There are many food stands around the viewing spots.
Restroom will be very crowded.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hiratsuka Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Chigasaki.
2. use JR Sagami Line to Atsugi.
3. walk north-west (20 min.)
yes378http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jiyugaoka_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL257.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL257.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJiyugaoka Bon OdoriJiyugaoka Bon Odori (自由ヶ丘納涼盆踊) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri in Tokyo. It is held in front of Jiyugaoka Station in the beginning of August for 4 days. There is Yagura for drums and stage for dance instructors. It is very easy to join and many food stands are prepared for this Matsuri.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is food stands and drink service.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Jiyuugaoka (15 min.)
yes393http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hitacih_ota/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHitacih OtaHitacih Ota (常陸太田) is located northern Ibaraki Prefecture. It has many traditional houses in this town. So, it has the taste of Edo. This place used to be a castle town. The castle was located on the hill called Kujiragaoka, literary means ah ill of a whale. The structure of castle town remains here. Also, the famous Daimyo, Mito Komon, spent his last 10 years here after his retirement.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
There is restroom at public parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. Mito Station.
1. use JR Suigun Line to Hitachi Ota.
yes306http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryujin_great_suspension_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRyujin Great Suspension BridgeRyujin Great Suspension Bridge (竜神大吊橋) is located in Hitachi Ota, Ibaraki Prefecture. It is one of the biggest suspension bridge in Japan. It is 446m long in total. It was placed on the Ryujin Valley in 1994. The height of the middle point from the bottom lake is about 100m tall. It is very popular spot in Hitatchi Ota, especially during Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom and gift shop.
Admission: 300yen for adult and 200 yen for kids.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Suigun Line to Hitachi Ota.
2. use local bus to Ryujinootsuribashi (40min.)
yes79http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/satomi_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSatomi Fudo FallsFudo Falls (里美村の不動滝) is small waterfalls located in Hitachi Ota. It is 15m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Drive 349 north from Hitachi Ota.
yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukagawa_hachiman_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL258.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL258.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFukagawa Hachiman MatsuriFukagawa Hachiman Matsuri (深川八幡祭り) is Mikoshi Matsuri at Fukagawa. It happens around August 15. This Mikoshi Matsuri is considered as the three major Edo Matsuri. In every 3 years, about 120 Mikoshi travel their town. On the weekend, 54 Mikoshi travel all over the towns of Fukagawa. It is also known as "Mizukake Matsuri." It means splashing water. When Mikoshi goes by, people splash water to Mikoshi and its carriers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It happens around August 15.
The Eidai Street will be closed during the Mikoshi parade.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Tozai Line to Monzennakamachi.
yes257http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/naruko_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNaruko ValleyNaruko Valley (鳴子峡) is located Osaki, Miyagi prefecture. It is one of the popular tourist spot in Miyagi especially Koyo Season. The length of the valley is about 2.5km long. There are couple of hiking course around this valley. There are many Onsen around this valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom at the rest-house.
The hiking course is closed because of the earthquake 2011.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kogota Station.
1. use JR Rikuu Line to Naruko Onsen. (1hr. 18min.)
2. walk west (30 min.)
yes165http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOkamaOkama (御釜) is a crater lake located on the top of Mt. Zao. It is the main feature of Mt. Zao. It is also known as Five colors pond because the color of the lake changes by the weather and seasons. Mostly, the color of the lake is a beautiful green. It has very strong acid water lake in the world. Therefore, there is no living organism in this lake. You can walk around the east side of the lake to see from different angle. It is still active volcano, so its water sometimes boils by the ground heat.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, restroom and gift shop.
Parking near the lake is 520 yen per car.
You can’t go near the lake.
Road closed in winter.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Shiraishi Zao station.
2. use local bus to Okama.
You can also come from Yamagata prefecture.
yes224http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akiu_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAkiu Great FallsAkiu Great Falls (秋保大滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Sendai, Miyagi prefecture. It is 55m tall and 6m wide. Akiu falls is also designated as the national scenic beauty.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom and gift shop.
To see it from the bottom of the fall, you have to walk down steep steps. You can also park near the bottom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station.
1. use bus to Akiu Otaki (1hr. 25min.)
yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/benten_geyser/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBenten GeyserBenten Geyser(間欠泉「弁天」)is Onsen Geyser located in Onikobe Onsen, Miyagi Prefecture. About every 10 minutes, it springs Onsen water about 10m high. There are foot Onsen, Onsen and gift shop in this geyser. You can buy eggs to make Onsen Tamago.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 yen for adult. 200 yen for kids.
Open: 9:00~16:30, 10:00~15:00(Dec. to Mar.)
There is a parking and restroom.
Caution: Don’t touch the spring water. It is extremely hot.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kogota Station.
1. use JR Rikuu Line to Naruko Onsen (1hr. 18min.)
2. use Bus to Kanketsusen mae (26 min.).
yes149http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukiage_jigokudani/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFukiage JigokudaniFukiage Jigokudani (吹上地獄谷) is a valley with many Onsen springs located in Onikobe Onsen Miyagi Prefecture. Jigokudani literary means a hell valley. The site of this valley looks like Japanese hell because of those Onsen spring. It has great hiking course on this valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Don’t Touch spring water and rocks around or look into a hole. They are extremely hot.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kogota Station.
1. use JR Rikuu Line to Naruko Onsen (1hr. 18min.)
2. use Bus to Kanketsusen mae (26 min.).
3. walk north (20 min.)
yes302http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kinshicho_kawachi_ondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL259.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL259.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKinshicho Kawachi OndoKinshicho Kawachi Ondo (錦糸町河内音頭) is a Bon Odori Dance Festival in Tokyo. It happens in the end of August. In this Bon Dance, it plays only "Kawachi Ondo." There are 3 lines with 3 different dances with real live music and song. It is very easy to join because the dance of center circle is very easy. It is one of the most exciting Bon Dance Festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Many food stands are open in this matsuri.
Starts: 5pm
End: 9pm
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akihabara.
1. use Sobu Line to Kinshicho.
2. walk south (20 min.)
yes246http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katanuma_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKatanuma PondKatanuma Pond (潟沼) is a crater lake located in Naruko, Miyagi pref. It is one of the strongest acid water lake in the world. Therefore, there is no living organism in this lake. The color of the lake is a beautiful green. It is 1.3km around, 16m deep. It was created by the volcanic activity in 1100 years ago.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking, restroom and restaurant.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kogota Station.
1. use JR Rikuu Line to Naruko Onsen (1hr. 18min.)
2. walk south (1hr.)
yes149http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kozo_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKozo Fudo FallsFudo Falls (小僧不動滝) is 7m tall waterfalls located Kurihama, Miyagi Prefecture. This waterfall was highly respected for people around as the god of water of guardian. It is small but beautiful waterfalls. There is a shrine near waterfalls. There is official Mizogi at January 15.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom, but there is a parking space.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kogota Station.
1. use JR Rikuu Line to Ikezuki st. (1hr. )
2. take taxi to north.
yes141http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/homei_48_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHomei 48 fallsHomei 48 falls (鳳鳴四十八滝) is a group of waterfalls located in western Sendai, Miyagi prefecture. There is an observatory where you can see some of the falls. Homei means the cry of Phoenix because the sound of the falls are just like the cry of Phoenix. It is a great view during green leaves in summer and Koyo in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station.
1. use Senzan Line to Nishi Sendai Highland.
2. walk (5 min.)
yes213http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawatabi_shiraito_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKawatabi Shiraito FallsKawatabi Shiraito Falls(川渡白糸の滝) is waterfalls located Kawatabi Onsen, Miyagi prefecture. It is about 30m tall. It has many looks with the different amount of water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kogota Station.
1. use JR Rikuu Line to Kawatabi Onsen (1hr. 10min.)
2. walk south (40 min.)
yes103http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwadeyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIwadeyama CastleIwadeyama Castle (岩出山城) is a hilltop castle located in Miyagi. It was used to be the castle of Date Masamune, the famous Daimyo of Tohoku during Sengoku era, before he moved to Sendai. The castle was originally built in late 14th century by Ujiie clan. In 1591, Tokugawa Ieyasu reconstructed this castle and gave to Date Masamune. Today, it is a park with history.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, restroom and giftshop.
0. at Kogota Station.
1. use JR Rikuu Line to Yubikan st. (34 min. )
2. walk south (20 min.)
yes249http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ane_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAne FallsAne Falls (姉滝) is a waterfalls located in Futakuchi Valley, Sendai, Miyagi prefecture. It is sister falls. Ane literary means elder sister falls. So, there is a younger sister falls right next to Ane Taki. The water is pure and nature is beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom (the entrance of hiking course.)
You can drive all the way up to this falls.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station.
1. use Senzan Line to Ayashi Station (25 min.)
2. use bus to Futakuchikyo.
3. walk (1hr.)
yes229http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/banji_rock/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBanji RockBanji Rock (磐司岩) is a huge rock located Futakuchi Valley, Sendai, Miyagi prefecture. Its great cliffs are about 80m to 150m tall, 3km around. It is just like a castle in the sky. It is designated as the national scenery.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station.
1. use Senzan Line to Ayashi Station (25 min.)
2. use bus to Futakuchikyo.
3. walk (2hr.)
yes97http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/futakuchikyo_shiraito_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFutakuchikyo Shiraito FallsFutakuchikyo Shiraito Falls (白糸の滝) is located in the deep side of Futakuchi valley, Sendai, Miyagi prefecture. It is about 40m tall. It is very beautiful waterfalls with quiet nature. It has great Koyo during Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and you can drive all the way up to here.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station.
1. use Senzan Line to Ayashi Station (25 min.)
2. use bus to Futakuchikyo.
3. walk (2hr.)
yes127http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sankai_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSankai FallsSankai Falls (三階の滝) is 3 step waterfalls located in Zao, Miyagi prefecture. It is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls. The total height of the falls is 181m and the width is 7m. It is the main feature of Zao mountain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
The road closed in winter.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiraishi Zao station.
1. use local bus to Takimidai.
yes97http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zao_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfZao Fudo FallsFudo Falls (不動滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Zao, Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture. It is 54m tall and 16m tall. Fudo falls is one of the main feature of Zao and has great view with Koyo in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
The road closed in winter.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Shiraishi Zao station.
2. use local bus to ZaoFudoson.
yes92http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_inubo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL045.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL045.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCape InuboCape Inubo (犬吠埼) is a cape located east end of Chiba Prefecture. It is located the most eastern point in Kanto region. Therefore, it is popular view point of Sun Rising especially New Year's day. There is a lighthouse that is chosen as 100 best lighthouses in the world. It has unique rocks on the coastal lines that is designated as the national monument. It is also registered as 100 best geological sites in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission to the lighthouse: 200 yen for adult. Kids free.
There is parking, restroom, gift shops and restaurants.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Choshi. Use Choshi Dentetsu Line to Inubosaki.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes237http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kimigahama_shiosai_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL046.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL046.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKimigahama Shiosai ParkKimigahama Shiosai Park (君ケ浜しおさい公園) is a beach park located in Cape Inubo. It is a beautiful beach park of Choshi, Chiba. It has a great view of Pacific Osean. Because it opens to east, it is one of the best beach for Sunrise.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is a paid shower.
You can't swim in this beach.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Choshi. Use Choshi Dentetsu Line to Kimigahama.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ashikajima_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL047.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL047.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAshikajima BeachAshikajima Beach (海鹿島海浜公園) is located Choshi, Chiba Prefecture. The beach is surrounded by rocks, so it has small waves. Therefore, it is very nice beach for families with small children.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but there is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Choshi. Use Choshi Dentetsu Line to Ashikajima.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes121http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hatonosu_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL264.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL264.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHatonosu ValleyHatonosu Valley (鳩ノ巣渓谷) is a beautiful valley located in Okutama, Tokyo. It is one of the great nature spots in Tokyo. It was formed by Tama River eating its way through soild rock. There is a walkway about 500m that you can enjoy its nature very easily. In Autumn, there are beautiful Autumn leaves and many people visit here to enjoy it.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Haijima Station.
1. use JR Ome Line to Hatonosu Station.
2. walk.
yes300http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mitake_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL265.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL265.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMitake valleyMitake valley (御岳渓谷) is a valley located in Okutama, Tokyo. It is one of the best spot to enjoy nature in Tokyo. It is chosen as one of 100 best pure water in Japan. So, it has a beautiful valley with pure water. There are 4km long walkways on the both side of the river to enjoy its fresh air and pure water. In summer, it offers beautiful green leaves, and it becomes one of the best Koyo spots in Tokyo. The access from the station is very convenient, and from Tokyo metro is very easy.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. use JR Ome Line to Mitake.
2. walk.
yes346http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/unasawa_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL272.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL272.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUnasawa Great FallsUnasawa Great Falls (海沢大滝, otaki) is one of the waterfalls located in Unasawa Valley, Okutama, Tokyo. It is one of the best waterfalls in Tokyo. It is about 30m high.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the entrance of its trekking course.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. use JR Ome Line to Okutama.
2. walk south 2 hours.yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/unasawa_mitsugama_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL273.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL273.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUnasawa Mitsugama FallsUnasawa Mitsugama Falls (海沢三釜の滝) is located in Unasawa Valley, Okutama, Tokyo. It is 5 steps waterfalls with 3 basins. Mitsugama means 3 basins.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the entrance of its trekking course.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Haijima Station.
2. use JR Ome Line to Okutama.
3. walk south 2 hours.
yes210http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nejire_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL274.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL274.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNejire FallsNejire Falls (海沢ネジレノ滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Unasawa Valley, Okutama, Tokyo. It is spiral 2-step waterfalls, and 19m high in total. Negire means spiral. It is located between huge rocks. The view is very dynamic.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the entrance of its trekking course.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Haijima Station.
2. use JR Ome Line to Okutama.
3. walk south 2 hours.
yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/unasawa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL275.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL275.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUnasawa ValleyUnasawa Valley (海沢渓谷) is located deep side of Okutama, Tokyo. It is one of the best Tokyo’s nature spots. There are many beautiful waterfalls and the trekking course reads to Mt. Ogaku. The trekking course contains some steep hillsides that require rope to climb. To the way to Great Falls, it is not so hard walking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the entrance of its trekking course.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Haijima Station.
2. use JR Ome Line to Okutama.
3. walk south 2 hours.
yes317http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiraiwa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL266.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL266.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShiraiwa FallsShiraiwa Falls (白岩の滝) is waterfalls located in Hinode, Tokyo. There are two waterfalls in this falls. Shiraiwa Falls and Amagoi Falls. The amount of water is not large, but the views of the falls are very beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. Use JRItsukaichi Line to Musashi Itsukaichi Station.
2. use local bus to Shiraiwa falls.
yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soryu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL267.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL267.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSoryu FallsSoryu Falls (双竜の滝) is waterfalls located in Okutama, Tokyo. It is located under the bridge, and water run into Hatonosu valley. It is very tall waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. use JR Ome Line to Hatonosu Valley.
2. walk.
yes126http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushijima_shrine_bon_odori_hon1/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL260.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL260.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUshijima Shrine Bon Odori Honjo 1Ushijima Shrine Bon Odori Matsuri(牛嶋神社盆踊り)is held in the middle of September when Reitaisai, Matsuri of the shrine, is held. During Matsuri all of the towns of Ryogoku under the shrine have Bon Odori Matsuri. Honjo Icchome (本所一丁目) is one of them. It has Yagura and drums. It is one of the best ones in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The Matsuri is held for about 4 days. So, you can easily find the date that you can join.
No parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa station.
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Kuramae Station.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes355http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushijima_shrine_bon_odori_ishi3/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL261.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL261.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUshijima Shrine Bon Odori Ishi 3Ushijima Shrine Bon Odori Matsuri(牛嶋神社盆踊り)is held in the middle of September when Reitaisai, Matsuri of the shrine, is held. During Matsuri all of the towns of Ryogoku under the shrine have Bon Odori Matsuri. Ishiharasanchome (石三丁目) is one of them. It has Yagura and drums. It is one of the best ones in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The Matsuri is held for about 4 days. So, you can easily find the date that you can join.
No parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa station.
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Kuramae Station.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes246http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushijima_shrine_bon_odori_hon3/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL262.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL262.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUshijima Shrine Bon Odori Honjo 3Ushijima Shrine Bon Odori Matsuri(牛嶋神社盆踊り)is held in the middle of September when Reitaisai, Matsuri of the shrine, is held. During Matsuri all of the towns of Ryogoku under the shrine have Bon Odori Matsuri. Honjosanchome (本所三丁目) is one of them. It has Yagura and drums. It is one of the best ones in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The Matsuri is held for about 4 days. So, you can easily find the date that you can join.
No parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa station.
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Honjoazumabashi Station.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes323http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushijima_shrine_bon_odori_wakamiya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL263.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL263.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUshijima Shrine Bon Odori WakamiyaUshijima Shrine Bon Odori Matsuri(牛嶋神社盆踊り)is held in the middle of September when Reitaisai, Matsuri of the shrine, is held. During Matsuri all of the towns of Ryogoku under the shrine have Bon Odori Matsuri. Wakamiya Park (若宮公園) is one of them. It has Yagura and drums. It is one of the best ones in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The Matsuri is held for about 4 days. So, you can easily find the date that you can join.
No parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa station.
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Honjoazumabashi Station.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes301http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushijima_shrine_bon_odori_higashi2/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL268.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL268.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUshijima Shrine Bon Odori Higashi 2Ushijima Shrine Bon Odori Matsuri(牛嶋神社盆踊り)is held in the middle of September when Reitaisai, Matsuri of the shrine, is held. During Matsuri all of the towns of Ryogoku under the shrine have Bon Odori Matsuri. Higashikomagata nichome (東駒形二丁目) is one of them. It has Yagura and drums. It is one of the best ones in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The Matsuri is held for about 4 days. So, you can easily find the date that you can join.
No parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa station.
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Honjoazumabashi Station.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes191http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushijima_shrine_bon_odori_midori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL269.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL269.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUshijima Shrine Bon Odori MidorimachiUshijima Shrine Bon Odori Matsuri(牛嶋神社盆踊り)is held in the middle of September when Reitaisai, Matsuri of the shrine, is held. During Matsuri all of the towns of Ryogoku under the shrine have Bon Odori Matsuri. Higashikomagata nichome (緑町公園) is one of them. It has Yagura and drums. It is one of the best ones in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The Matsuri is held for about 4 days. So, you can easily find the date that you can join.
No parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ryogoku station.
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes188http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushijima_shrine_bon_odori_ishi1/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL270.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL270.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUshijima Shrine Bon Odori Ishi 1Ushijima Shrine Bon Odori Matsuri(牛嶋神社盆踊り)is held in the middle of September when Reitaisai, Matsuri of the shrine, is held. During Matsuri all of the towns of Ryogoku under the shrine have Bon Odori Matsuri. Ishiharaichi (石原一町会) is one of them. It has Yagura and drums. It is one of the best ones in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The Matsuri is held for about 4 days. So, you can easily find the date that you can join.
No parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ryogoku station.
1. walk east.
yes271http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushijima_shrine_bon_odori_ishi2/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL271.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL271.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUshijima Shrine Bon Odori Ishi 2Ushijima Shrine Bon Odori Matsuri(牛嶋神社盆踊り)is held in the middle of September when Reitaisai, Matsuri of the shrine, is held. During Matsuri all of the towns of Ryogoku under the shrine have Bon Odori Matsuri. Ishiharaichi (石原二町会) is one of them. It has Yagura and drums. It is one of the best ones in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The Matsuri is held for about 4 days. So, you can easily find the date that you can join.
No parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ryogoku station.
1. walk east.
yes199http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tenguiwa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL276.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL276.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTenguiwa FallsTenguiwa Falls (天狗岩の滝) located in Okutama, Tokyo. It is one of the waterfalls of Unasawa Valley. It is three steps waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space near.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. use JR Ome Line to Okutama Station.
2. walk south 2 hours.
yes76http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kosuge_shiraito_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL064.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL064.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKosuge Shiraito FallsKosuge Shiraito Falls (小菅白糸の滝) is located in Kosuge, prefecture. It is 36m tall. The height of the fall is very high, but the amount of water is not that a lot. It is nice and quiet falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
need a car. Kosuge is reached by driving route 139.
yes179http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kosuge_odaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL065.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL065.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKosuge Odaki FallsKosuge Odaki Falls (小菅雄滝) is located in Kosuge, Yamanashi. It is double waterfalls. Odaki means the falls of Man. It is named because the shape of the falls look like a symbol of man.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
need a car. Kosuge is reached by driving route 139.
yes154http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mino_washi_akari_art_expo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF063.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF063.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMino Washi Akari Art Expo.Mino Washi Akari Art Expo. (美濃和紙あかりアート展) is an art of festival held in Mino City, Gifu. Akari Art is an art of the light created with Mino Washi Paper. Because Mino is very popular for it Washi, people come up with the idea of this art. In the middle of October, over 400 arts that designed from all over Japan and world, and light up the traditional town of Mino for two days.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The road will be restricted, but there are special parking space during the festival.
It's held in Middle of October. Light up starts from 17:00 to 21:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Minoshi Station.
1. walk north 10 min.
yes316http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atera_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL063.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL063.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAtera ValleyAtera Valley (阿寺渓谷) is located in Southern Kiso, Nagano Prefecture. It is well known as a pure green river. The valley is about 6.3km long, and there are many beautiful waterfalls. It is very easy access valley because the road is accessible by car all the way up to the end. So, it offers easy hiking with normal shoes. In Fall, it has great Koyo, the Autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Chuo Line, Shijiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nojiri.
2. walk west.
yes485http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakizore_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL066.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL066.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKakizore ValleyKakizore Valley (柿其渓谷) is located in Nagiso, Nagano Prefecture. It is one of the best valley in Kiso Road. It has a beautiful green water and leaves. Usiga Falls is a beautiful waterfalls located at the end of the hiking course. In Fall, it has a beautiful Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Chuo Line, Shijiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Juniken.
2. walk west.
yes162http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurihama_flower_world/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL162.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL162.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKurihama Flower WorldKurihama Flower World (くりはま花の国) is a flower park located Yokosuka, Kanagawa Prefecture. It is popular Cosmos spot in Kanto. Over one million Cosmos flowers bloom in October. It has also foot Onsen and Huge Godzilla statue.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The shuttle bus is available in the park.
Opens: 24 hours.
Admission: Free
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokosuka Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kurihama.
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes332http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asuke_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAsuke CastleAsuke Castle (足助城) is a mountain castle located in Toyota, Aichi Prefecture. It is restored castle that has the view of mountain castle during Sengoku Period. All the baileys, dry moat and walls are perceived in good condition and at the top of the mountain, there is a keep reconstructed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Toyohashi Station.
1. use Meitetsu Line to Higashi Okazaki Station (22 min.)
2. use Meitetsu Bus to Korankei (70 min.)
3. walk (40 min.)
yes313http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kourankei/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKourankeiKourankei (香嵐渓) is a popular valley located in eastern Toyota city, Aichi prefecture. It is very famous for its beautiful Koyo. The Momiji and Kaede was planted the priest of Kosekiji temple that is located in this river. Today, there are over 4,000 Momiji Trees planted by local people. On the riverside of Tomoe river, there is a walking pass to enjoy beautiful nature. There is a light up during Koyo season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Toyohashi Station.
1. use Meitetsu Line to Higashi Okazaki Station (22 min.)
2. use Meitetsu Bus to Korankei (70 min.)
yes325http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/traditional_town_asuke/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe traditional town of AsukeThe traditional town of Asuke (足助の町並み) is a preserved scenery as the important historical buildings. There are many historical building that remains since Edo period. Asuke was very important post town that connect Owari-Mikawa and Shinano. The view of the post town is still preserved in great condition.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. Restroom is available at the town center.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Toyohashi Station.
1. use Meitetsu Line to Higashi Okazaki Station (22 min.)
2. use Meitetsu Bus to Korankei (70 min.)
yes227http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuragari_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKuragari ValleyKuragari Valley (くらがり渓谷) is located in eastern Aichi prefecture. It is popular nature spot in Aichi. There are many beautiful waterfalls, nature and beautiful forest. In this valley, you can enjoy fishing and camping. In early summer, there is a beautiful new green leaves, and in Fall, it has splendid view of Koyo.
<b>Toursit Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Honjuku Station.
2. use bus to Kuragari Keikoku
yes536http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuragari_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKuragari Fudo FallsKuragari Fudo Falls (くらがり不動の滝) is one of 8 views of Kuragari Valley. It is located in eastern Aichi prefecture. It is the first spot of the 8 views.
<b>Toursit Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Honjuku Station.
2. use bus to Kuragari Keikoku
yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ushiga_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL067.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL067.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUshiga FallsUshiga Falls (牛ヶ滝) is located Kakizore Valley, Nagiso, Nagano prefecture. It is 30m waterfalls and the main feature of the valley. The basin of the fall is beautiful green.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Chuo Line, Shijiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Juniken.
2. walk west.
yes92http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tarugasawa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL064.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL064.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTarugasawa FallsTarugasawa Falls (樽ヶ沢の滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Atera Valley, Kiso, Nagano.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Chuo Line, Shijiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nojiri.
2. walk west.
yes96http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atera_rokudan_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL065.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL065.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAtera Rokudan FallsAtera Rokudan Falls (阿寺六段の滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Atera Valley, Kiso, Nagano. It is 6 steps waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Chuo Line, Shijiri Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nojiri.
2. walk west.
yes115http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuragari_maboroshi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKuragari Maboroshi FallsKuragari Maboroshi Falls (くらがりまぼろしの滝) is one of 8 views of Kuragari Valley. It is located in eastern Aichi prefecture. It is the last view of the spots. The total height is about 20m tall.
<b>Toursit Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Honjuku Station.
2. use bus to Kuragari Keikoku
yes93http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_hongu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. HonguMt. Hongu (本宮山) is located in Okazaki and Shinshiro city, Aichi prefecture. It is 789.2m tall, and has great view of Mikawa Bay. On the top of the mountain, there is the Upper Shrine of Toga Shrine. The common hiking course to the top of this mountain is the leading way to the shrine from lower to upper. However, you can also reach it from Kuragari Valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It is accessible by car.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Honjuku Station.
2. use bus to Kuragari Keikoku.
3. walk south 3 hours.yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asakusa_shichihukujin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL277.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL277.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAsakusa ShichifukujinAsakusa Shichifukujin (浅草七福神) is one of the popular tour of Asakusa. The traveling Shichfukujin, the 7 lucky Gods, is one of the popular worshipping in any place of Japan. Most of towns in Japan has temples and shrines that enshrine each one of 7 Lukcy Gods. Asakusa also has those temples and shrines. There are 9 shrines and temples for Asakura Shichifukujin. They have special Gosyuin, the autographs of each God. The traveling Shichfukujin is praying your good luck and correcting their lucky Gosyuin.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Each Gosyuin is 300yen. The special paperboard is 300 yen and you can buy it any of those 9 temples or shrines. When you get Gosyuin, you can also get a map.
Office open from 9:00 ~ 16:00. When Yoshiwara Shrine closed, visit at Senzoku Inari Shrine to get Gosyuin.
<b>Access</b>
At Asakusa Station.
It is about 10km long walking to visit all shrines and temples.yes576http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryuou_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRyuou ValleyRyuou Valley (龍王峡) is located Nikko, Tochigi. It is a valley made from the erosive action on Lava by Kinugawa river. It is about 3km long between Kinugawa Onsen and Kawaji Onsen. It is the art of huge rocks and many waterfalls. A hiking course are well prepared. Ryuo Valley is very popular spot for Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Imaichi Station.
1. use Aizu-Kinugawa Line to Ryuokyo.
2. walk 2 min.
yes531http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/odani_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOdani CastleOdani Castle (小谷城) is a mountain castle located in Nagahama, Shiga prefecture. It is a castle of Azai Nagamasa, one of famous Sengoku Daimyo. Nagamasa was Oda Nobunaga's the brother in Law. However, he betrayed Nobunaga to show loyalty to Asakura clan, and died at this castle. Today, it has great ruins of the castle with great view of Lake Biwa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
It is very hard hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maibara Station.
1. use JR Hokuriku Line to Kawage Station.
2. use bus or walk to Rekishishiryokan mae.
yes444http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ozuke_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOzuke CastleOzuke Castle (大嶽城) is a mountain castle located in Shiga. It is located on the top of Mt. Odani, 495m tall. It was a former castle of Azai clan. After, Azai constructed another castle on the other side of mountain, this castle reconstructed to fight against Nobunaga. On the top of this castle it has a great view of Nagahama era and Lake Biwa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
It is very hard hiking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maibara Station.
1. use JR Hokuriku Line to Kawage Station.
2. use bus or walk to Rekishishiryokan mae.
yes170http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nijimi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNijimi fallsNijimi falls (虹見の滝) is one of the waterfalls of Ryuo Valley. It is one of the main feature the valley. Nijimi litterary means Rainbow view. It is named so because when the morning light hit the falls, the rainbow always appears.
Tourist Info.
There is a parking and restroom.
Access
0. at Imaichi Station.
1. use Aizu-Kinugawa Line to Ryuokyo.
2. walk 2 min.
yes121http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tategoto_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTategoto fallsTategoto falls (竪琴の滝) is one of the waterfalls of Ryuo Valley. It is one of the main feature the valley. Tategoto literary means a Harp. The lines of the waterfalls are just like the strings of a harp.
Tourist Info.
There is a parking and restroom.
Access
0. at Imaichi Station.
1. use Aizu-Kinugawa Line to Ryuokyo.
2. walk 2 min.
yes82http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otaki_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN034.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN034.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOtaki ParkOtaki Park (大滝公園) is located at Kinugawa Onsen, Tochigi. It is a riverside park that has a great view of waterfalls and slide. Those interesting shaps of the river are formed an eroded lava by Kinugawa River.
Tourist Info.
There is a parking but no restroom.
Access
0. at Imaichi Station.
1. use Aizu-Kinugawa Line to Kinugawakouen.
2. walk 2 min.
yes307http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyo_of_takao/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL278.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL278.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyo of Mt. TakaoKoyo of Mt. Takao(高尾山の紅葉)is the most popular Koyo hiking in Tokyo. Koyo starts around the middle to the end of November in Mt. Takao. The mountain will be covered with a beautiful Autumn leaves from top to the bottom. Also, in this time, Mt. Fuji appears great from the top of Mt. Takao because air gets so clear.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking space, shops and restaurants.
In this time, the cable car and ropeway lifts will be so crowed.
<b>Access </b>
0. at Shinjuku Station
1. Use Keio Line to Takaosanguchi (50 min.)
yes476http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bakuro_yokoyama_wholesale_district/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL279.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL279.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBakuro Yokoyama Wholesale DistrictNihonbashi Bakuro Yokoyama Wholesale District (日本橋馬喰横山問屋街) is the biggest cash-only wholesale district in Tokyo. There are over 120 stores on the main street called "Shinmichi" St.. There are many women's wear for all kinds of purposes or genders, such as kids, teens, ladies and Kimono. Also, bags, huts, accessories, and even men's wear. Also, there are wholesale shop of daily glossaries, towels and others. It is one of the best shopping spot in Tokyo, and all of them are very reasonable price.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking or restroom.
Because it is a wholesale district, most of the stores close on weekend. Some of them won't sale a private quantity.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Sobu Line to Bakurocho.
2. walk 2 min.
yes353http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuramae/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL280.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL280.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKuramaeKuramae (蔵前) is located between Asakusabashi and Asakusa. On Edo Street from the Kuramae Station to Asakusabashi station, there are many interesting stores. It is one of the very interesting shopping district in Tokyo. There are wholesale stores of Japanese traditional toys around the Kuramae station.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking or restroom.
Because it is wholesale district, most of the stores close on weekend.
<b>Access</b>
0. Asakusa station.
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Kuramae.
yes492http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sogaku_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL281.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL281.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSogaku ValleySogaku Valley (惣岳渓谷) is one of the beautiful valley located Okutama, Tokyo. It has a great Koyo during the Autumn. It is very long hiking course starts from Okutama st. to Lake Okutama. It will take about 3 hours.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. use JR Ome Line to Okutama.
2. use bus to Lake Okutama.
yes426http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ginkgo_ave_yasukuni_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL282.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL282.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGinkgo ave. of Yasukuni ShrineGinkgo ave. of Yasukuni Shrine (靖国神社のイチョウ) is very famous Koyo spot in Tokyo. In the early December, it has a beautiful Koyo. At night it has a beautiful light-up Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Hanzomon Line to Kudanshita Station.
2. walk north.
yes273http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lighten_up_ginkgo_of_yasukuni/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL284.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL284.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLighten up Ginkgo of YasukuniLighten up Ginkgo of Yasukuni (靖国の銀杏のライトアップ) is very famous lighten up Koyo spot in Tokyo. In the early December, it has a beautiful Koyo. At night it has a beautiful light-up Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Hanzomon Line to Kudanshita Station.
2. walk north.
yes279http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/admiral_togo_memorial_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL283.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL283.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMemorial Park of Admiral TogoMemorial Park of Admiral Togo (東郷元帥記念公園) is located in the ruins of Admiral Togo's House, Chiyoda, Tokyo. Admiral Togo is one of the greatest and most famous Admiral in the world. He was the Fleet Admiral of Japanese Navy during Rosso-Japanese War. He lead his fleet great victory against Baltic Fleet.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Chuo Line to Ichigaya.
2. walk east.
yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/battle_of_anegawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe battle of AnegawaThe battle of Anegawa (姉川の戦い) is one of the famous battle scenes during Sengoku period. It happened at the north-east side of lake Biwa in July 30, 1570 between the Union of Oda-Tokugawa and the Union of Azai-Asakura. Anegawa is a small river that runs into Lake Biwa. This battle was the revenge of Oda Nobunaga against Azai Nagamasa who betrayed his own brother in law, Nobunaga. Nobunaga could won because of Tokugawa Ieyasu. Ieyasu defeated Asakura even though Asakura had twice larger army than thin, since Nobunaga was losing by Nagamasa even he had only half of Nobunaga's army. So, it shows how strong the army of Ieyasu was strong during this period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a board map that tells all the battle related spots at the battle field.
Most of the spots have parking, and some of them has restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maibara Station.
1. use JR Hokuriku Line to Nagahama Station.
2. use bus to Anegawa Kosenjo.
yes539http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/meguro_river_winter_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL285.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL285.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWinter Sakura at Meguro RiverWinter Sakura at Meguro River(目黒川冬の桜)is the Christmas Illumination at Meguro River, Tokyo. On the Sakrua avenue of Meguro River between Gotanda Station to Osaki Station, about 213,200 LED lights are decorated on Sakura Trees. It is one of the best Christmas Illumination in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Period: 11/16 to 12/25, and 2/9 to 2/11
Time: 17:00 to 22:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use Yamanote Line to Gotanda.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes229http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yugawara_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL163.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL163.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYugawara Fudo FallsYugawara Fudo Falls (湯河原不動滝) is one of 5 great waterfalls in Yugawara Onsen, Kanagawa. It is 15m tall. There is a temple of Fudo on left side and Daikoku Shrine on right side. So, it is very lucky waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use JR Tokaido to Yugawara.
2. use bus to Fudotaki.
yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yugawara_godan_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL164.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL164.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYugawara Godan FallsYugawara Godan Falls (湯河原五段の滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Yugawara Onsen, Kanagawa. It is 5 step waterfalls 100m tall in total.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
There is no observatory.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use JR Tokaido to Yugawara.
2. use bus to Fudotaki.
3. walk north (10 min.)
yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuyu_hotaru_in_manyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL165.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL165.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFuyu Hotaru in ManyoFuyu Hotaru in Manyo (冬ほたるin万葉) is Christmas Illumination held in Doppo no Yu. Doppo no Yu is public foot Onsen of Yugawara, Kanagawa. Yugawara is well known as Hotaru and Onsen. Hotaru is a firefly. It is one of the beautiful art of nature in Summer. Around Christmas, Doppo no Yu has a special light-up around foot Onsen. You can enjoy Onsen and Illumination at the same time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen.
Time: 18:00 to 21:00
Period: 12/15 to 12/24
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Yugawara
2. use bust to Ochiai bash.
3. walk west.
yes315http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_kintoki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL166.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL166.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. KintokiMt. Kintoki (金時山, Kintokiyama) is one of the best Mt. Fuji view spot located in Hakone, Kanagawa prefecture. It is 1,213m tall. The top of the mountain is on the border of Shizuoka and Kanagawa pref. There are many hiking courses. Because it has a great view of Mt. Fuji, it is very popular hiking spot near Tokyo. There is a cafe on the top. This mountain is also known as the birthplace of Kintaro, the famous fairy tale.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Hakoneyumoto Station.
1. use bus to Sengoku
2. walk north (1 hr.)
yes180http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakaiSakai (堺) is the modern city with Sakai merchant and Kofun located in Osaka. It developed as the city of Sakai merchant that was the most powerful merchant in the history of Japan. There are some of those historic sites of Sakai merchants. Another main feature of Sakai is Kofun, the emperor's mausoleum. The largest tomb in the world, Emperor Nintoku Kofun is located in Sakai. Even Sakai is the modern city of Osaka, it has many great heritage sites.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Most of places has no parking, but they are all in walking distance.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Station.
Start there.
yes601http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujinomiya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI077.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI077.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFujinomiyaFujinomiya (富士宮) is located on the south-west side of Mt. Fuji. Fujinomiya has beautiful scenery, especially waterfalls, tasty food, history and Mt. Fuji. There is Sengen Taisha, the shrine of Mt. Fuji, in Fujinomiya. It is the official entrance of Mt. Fuji. The food of Fujinomiya is excellent because of the pure water of Mt. Fuji. In particular, Fujinomiya is very amous for Yakisoba, Japanese chow-mein. All of the town has a great view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Most of the tourist spots has parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use Minobu Line to Fujinomiya.yes574http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/haze_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHaze KofunHaze Kofun (土師ニサンザイ古墳) is one of Mozu Kofun Group in Saka, Osaka. It is a front square back circle Kofun built in late 5th century. It is registered as a national historical asset. The size of Kofun is 290m wide and 8th biggest Kofun in Japan. No emperor was buried in this Kofun.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
DONOT enter Kofun.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Higashi Station.
1. use Nankai Koya Line to Nakamozu.
2. walk south.
yes104http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakai_yamaguchi_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakai Yamaguchi HouseSakai Yamaguchi House (堺山口家住宅) is one of the remaining Sakai merchant house in Sakai, Osaka. The building was constructed in 1615 right after the siege of Osaka. It is registered as national important cultural asset. It represents the life of Sakai merchant during Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Admission: 200 yen. There is group discount from 20 person. Free for under junior and over 65.
Closed: Tueseday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Higashi Station.
1. walk north.
yes452http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakai_gov_office_observatory/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakai Gov. Office ObservatorySakai Gov. Office Observatory (堺市役所展望ロビー) is one of the popular tourist spot in Sakai, Osaka. It is on 21st floor that is 80m high and has great panorama view of Sakai. This is the only public place that you can see Kofun from high angle. There is a cafe on the observatory.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Open: 9:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Higashi Station.
1. walk (2 min.)
yes152http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/seigakuin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSeigakuinSeigakuin (清学院) is an old Fudo temple located in Sakai, Osaka. In Edo period, it was used for Terakoya, the elementary school. The building was constructed in late Edo period. The temple was for Shugendo, the religion of the sacred mountains. It displays those historical records and items.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking, but restroom.
Admission: 100 yen for adult. Under Junior and over 65 are free.
Closed: Tueseday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Higashi Station.
1. walk north (20 min.)
yes341http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/myokokuji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMyokokuji TempleMyokokuji Temple (妙國寺) is one of Nichiren Buddhism Temple located in Osaka. It was established in 1562 by Priest Nichikou. Its garden is the only Japanese Karesansui Style Garden with Cycad. There is a grave of 11 Tosa Samurai who did seppuku in 1868.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 200 for under junior high.
Open: 10:00 to 16:00.
Need an appointment for a group over 15.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Station.
1. walk north west (10 min.)
yes100http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/omiya_yokocho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI078.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI078.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOmiya YokochoOmiya Yokocho (お宮横丁) is a small food district located in front of Sengen Daisya. It is specified for Fujinomiya Yakisoba. Fujinomiya Yakisoba is a special chow mein of Fujinomiya. There are 10 food stands and gift shop that sell local food and gift of Shizuoka. There is a spring water that come from Mt. Fuji. It's great place for Yakisoba Lovers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at Sengen Shrine.
Open: 10:30 to 17:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use Minobu Line to Fujinomiya.
2. walk west.
yes308http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gotenba_mihana_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI080.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI080.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGotenba Mihana GardenGotenba Mihana Garden (御殿場美華ガーデン) is located on north side of Hakone mountain, Shizuoka prefecture. It is a restaurant and gift shop that has a great view of Mt. Fuji. The symbol of this garden is a wind mill. The restaurant has a panorama view with Mt. Fuji. The gift shop has Shizuoka and Hakone souvenirs.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Restaurant: 11:20 to 15:00
Gift Shop: 10:00 to 18:00 (weekend 9:00)
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. On route 138.
yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jimba_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI079.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI079.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJimba FallsJimba Falls (陣馬の滝) is waterfalls located in Fujinomiya, Shizuoka. It was named after Minamoto no Yoritomo. Legend said, he pitched a military camp around this falls. It is small but beautiful waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive route 139 north and turn to west at 414.yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanko_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSanko ShrineSanko Shrine (三光神社) is one of the oldest shrine in Osaka. It is also famous for Sanada Yukimura related spot. During the siege of Osaka, Yukimura made outer bailey to protect southern Osaka Castle. There is a secret tunnel that reaches to Osaka Castle in this shrine. It is also one of Osaka Shichifukujin, and enshrines Jurojin.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is no parking, but restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Osakakanjo Tamatsukuri Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kintoki_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL167.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL167.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKintoki ShrineKintoki Shrine (公時神社, Kintokijinja) is located on Mt. Kintoki, Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture. It enshrines Sakata Kintoki who is a motif of Kintaro. It is also known as the entrance of Mt. Kintoki. There is shrine of Kintaro's Axe and rock in this shrine.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. Hakoneyumoto Station.
1. use bus to Sengoku
2. walk north (1 hr.)
yes80http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/itasuke_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfItasuke KofunItasuke Kofun (いたすけ古墳) is one of Mozu Kofun Group. It is a front square back circle Kofun built in late 5th century. It is registered as a national historical asset. The size of Kofun is 146m wide and 8th biggest Kofun in Mozu. Tanuki live in this Kofun is very famous.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
DONOT enter Kofun.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Higashi Station.
1. use Nankai Koya Line to Mikunigaoka.
2. use JR Hanwa Line to Mozu.
3. walk south.
yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gobyoyama_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGobyoyama KofunGobyoyama Kofun (御廟山古墳) is one of Mozu Kofun Group in Sakai, Osaka. It is a front square back circle Kofun built. The size of Kofun is 186m wide and 4th biggest Kofun in Mozu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
DONOT enter Kofun.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Higashi Station.
1. use Nankai Koya Line to Mikunigaoka.
2. use JR Hanwa Line to Mozu.
3. walk south.
yes104http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arcatowers_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL286.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL286.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfARCATOWERS IlluminationARCATOWERS Illumination (アルカタワーズ錦糸町) has a beautiful Christmas Illumination from middle November to middle January. About 120,000 LED decorate the north entrance of Kinshinshicho and lighten up the winter night beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>No parking or restroom.Time: From Sunset to 23:00
<b>Access</b>0. at Akihabara Station.1. use JR Sobu Line to Kinshicho.
yes203http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/olinas_kinshicho_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL287.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL287.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOlinas Kinshicho Illuminationolinas Kinshicho(オリナス錦糸町) has a beautiful illumination in winter. From mid Nov. to mid Jan, there are 60,000 LED will be decorated. At the same time, Tokyo Sky Tree also has a beautiful Christmas Lighten up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>0. at Akihabara Station.1. use JR Sobu Line to Kinshicho.2. walk north.
yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nintoku_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEmperor Nintoku KofunEmperor Nintoku Kofun (仁徳天皇陵) is one of Kofun, the Emperor's Mausoleum, located in Sakai, Osaka. It is front square back circle Kofun with moats and its size is 2,718m of perimeter, 656m east-to-west, 793m north-to-south, and 35m high. It is the biggest mausoleum in the world. Because of its huge size, it is also called Daisen Ryo. The official name is "Mozunomimiharanonakanomisasagi." People in Sakai call this Kofun, "Goryo" with full of respect. You cannot enter inside of Kofun, but there is worship place on the top of Kofun.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
DONOT enter inside of Kofun.
There is restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakaishi Station.
1. use Hanwa Line to Mozu.
2. walk west (5min.)
yes225http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mozu_kofun_group/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMozu Kofun GroupMozu Kofun Group (百舌鳥古墳群) is Kofun Spot located in Sakai, Osaka. There are about 50 Kofun in this group including the world biggest mausoleum, Emperor Nintoku Kofun. Also, there are 2 more Kofun that are the size of over 200m wide. Most of Kofun were constructed from late 4th century to late 6th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Most of Kofun spots has no parking.
<b>Access</b>
Most of Kofun are around JR Hanwa Line Mozu station.
yes508http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ezuki_narcissus_road/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL048.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL048.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEzuki Narcissus RoadEzuki Narcissus Road (江月水仙ロード) is popular Narcissus spot located in Boso peninsula. It is considered as three major Narcissus spots in Japan. The road is about 3km long and there are about 10 million Narcissus bloom in late December to early February.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Hoda Station.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes331http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arai_robai_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL043.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL043.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfArai Robai GardenArai Robai Garden (新井ろうばい園) is a wintersweet spot located in Annaka, Gunma. There are 7000 Wintersweets trees planted in this garden. From the end of December to early February, the beautiful yellow flowers with sweet smell bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Nishi Matsuida Station.
2. walk north 1 hour.
yes294http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/annaka_samurai_nagaya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL044.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL044.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAnnaka Samurai Nagaya HouseAnnaka Samurai Nagaya House (旧安中藩武家長家) is a remaining original Samurai apartment. It was built in late Edo period. There are 4 residential spaces in this Nagaya Style House. Low tank Samurai lived in this house. This house was located to south side of Annaka Castle. It was for protection of the castle in case of war.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 210 yen for adult, 120 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entree 16:30) From Dec to Feb close 30min earlier.
Tickets combines with Kooribugyouyakusho.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Annaka.
2. walk west (30 min.)
yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/goryo_tea_house_honjin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL046.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL046.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGoryo Tea House HonjinGoryo's Tea House Honjin (五料の茶屋本陣) is remaining original Honjin of Annaka, Gunma. It was not used for hotel, but used for resting house. People waited here while processing the passage of Usui Sekisho. There are two houses, the west House and the east house. Both houses were built in late Edo period, and registered as historical sight of Gunma.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 210 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entree 16:30) From Dec to Feb close 30min earlier.
Closed: Monday. If the monday is holiday, closed on Tuesday.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive rout 18 and turn to the north Goryo. There is a sign.
yes294http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/emperor_richu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEmperor Richu KofunEmperor Richu Kofun (履中天皇陵) is one of Mozu Kofun Group located Sakai, Osaka. It is front square back circle Kofun with moat. The size of this Kofun, is 360m and it is the 3rd biggest Kofun in Japan. It is also known as Kamiishidumisanzaikofun, and the official name is Mozunomimiharanominaminomisasagi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
DONOT ENTER Kofun.
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakaishi Station.
1. use JR Hanwa Line to Uenoshiba.
2. walk north.
yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/emperor_hanzei_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEmperor Hanzei KofunEmperor Hanzei Kofun (反正天皇陵) is one of Mozu Kofun Group located in Sakai, Osaka. It is about 148m, wide and 15m tall. 7th biggest Kofun in Mozu. There is a moat surrounding this Kofun. It is also known as Tadeiyama Kofun, and the official name is Mozunomimiharanokitanomisasagi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b></b>
DONOT ENTER KOFUN.
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakaihigashi Station.
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/annaka_kori_bugyo_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL045.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL045.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAnnaka Kori Bugyo HouseKori Bugyo House (旧安中藩郡奉行役宅) is reconstructed Samurai house of Annaka. Kori Bugyo is the officer of Justice. This house was built in late Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 210 yen for adult, 120 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entree 16:30) From Dec to Feb close 30min earlier.
Tickets combines with Bukenagaya.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Annaka.
2. walk west (30 min.)
yes133http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakai_lighthouse/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakai LighthouseSakai Lighthouse (旧堺燈台) is the oldest western style light house in Japan. It is the most important tourist and historical spot in Sakai, Osaka. It was built in 1877. The high of the tower is 11.3m tall. It's a symbol of Sakai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Station.
1. walk west (10min.)
yes71http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daisen_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDaisen ParkDaisen Park (大仙公園) is a huge park with many Kofun located in Sakai, Osaka. It is located on the south side of Nintoku Kofun. There is a large play ground, kids facilities, library, Japanese gardens and Kofun. It is chosen as one of 100 best parks with history. It is also popular Sakura spot in Sakai. There are 400 Sakura that bloom in April.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakaishi Station.
1. use JR Hanwa Line to Mozu.
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes326http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sen_rikyus_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe ruin of Sen no Rikyu houseThe ruins of the Sen no Rikyu's House (千利休屋敷跡) is located in Sakai, Osaka. Sen no Rikyu is the most famous tea master in the world. He established the tea style, Sado-Senke, and spread the world of tea into Japan. Sen no Rikyu was born and grown in Sakai. In this ruins, there is well that still remains in original.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking or restroom.
Do not enter the restricted area.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Station.
1. walk south (10 min.)
yes52http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/niijima_jo_old_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL047.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL047.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOld House of Niijima JoOld House of Niijima Jo (新島襄旧宅) is located in Annaka Gunma. Niijima Jo is one of the famous Christian and scholar during early Meiji period. His house is a popular high rank Samura House of Nagaya style. Two rooms, Doma and storage are remains original. Behind the park, there is Kufun Park behind the house.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: free.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entree 16:30) From Dec to Feb close 30min earlier.
Close: Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maebashi Station.
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Annaka.
2. walk west (30 min.)
yes138http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/traveling_chushingura_spots/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL289.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL289.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTraveling Chushingura SpotsTraveling Chushingura Spots (忠臣蔵巡り) is a popular tour for big fans of Chushingura. Chushingura is one of the famous Samurai Story since Edo period. It is also known as 47 ronin. The story of Chushingura is the revenge for a lord and justice according to Bushido. Therefore, it's been played in Kabuki and poppet theater in Edo period and it's been played in movie, theater and TV drama today. All of the related spots are still available for visit.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
All of the spots has no parking.
Some of the spots have restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Kira House: 10 min. from Ryogoku Station.
Matsu no Roka: 20 min. from Tokyo Station.
Sengakuji: 5 min. from Sengakuji Station.
Seppuku spot of Oishi Kuranosuke: 5 min. from Shirkane-Takanawa Station.
Seppuku spot of Oishi Chikara: 10 min. from Mita Station.
yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ruins_kira_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL290.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL290.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe ruins of Kira HouseThe ruins of Kira House (吉良邸跡) is one of the Chushingura spots located in Ryogoku, Tokyo. Chushingura is one of the most popular Samurai story from Edo period. At the night of December 14, 1702, 47 Ako Ronin broke into this house and killed Kira Kozukenosuke Yoshihisa. The ruins is now opened as public park and display many pictures and nots related Chushingura. There is a well that was used for washing Kira's head.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akihabara Station.
1. use JR Sobu Line to Ryogoku.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes191http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daffodil_masuri_kasai_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL291.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL291.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDaffodil Masuri at Kasai ParkDaffodil Masuri at Kasai Park (葛西臨海公園水仙まつり) is held in early January to the mid February. There are over 200,000 Daffodil flowers planted at the special garden. It is the largest Suisen, Daffodil, spot in Tokyo Metro.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission:Free
Period: early January to the mid February.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Keisei Line to Kasairinkaikouen.
2. walk west.
yes257http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_german_village_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL051.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL051.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTokyo German Village IlluminationTokyo German Village(東京ドイツ村ウィンターイルミネーション) has a beautiful Winter Illuminations. It is considered as one of three major Winter Illuminations in Kanto. About 2 million LED will decorate the winter sky so beautiful. Every year, they have the different concept of lights. From the middle of November to the end of March, the lights play with the music for you.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Period: Middle of November to 3/31
Time: 16:00 to 20:00 (Last entry 19:30)
Admission: 1500 yen for parking.
No car entry: 500 yen per person.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use Express bus to Tokyo German Village.
yes349http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsuura_under_sea_tower/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL050.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL050.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKatsuura Under Sea TowerKatsuura Under Sea Tower (勝浦海中展望塔) is a tower built under sea water located Katsuura, Chiba. It is popular tourist attraction in Katsuura. The tower is 24m tall and 8m under the sea level. At the bottom observatory, you can enjoy many seasonable fishes. This place is located the meeting spot of hot and cold sea water. So, there are various kinds of fishes you can see.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open all year.
Office hour: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
Admission: 930 yen for adult, 460 yen for Junior high and elementary school, 200 yen.
There is a group discount.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use JR Sotobo Line to Ubara Station.
2. walk south(15 min.)
yes253http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nana_batake_road/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL049.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL049.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNana Batake RoadNana Batake Road(菜な畑ロード) is a filed mustard spot located in Kamogawa, Chiba. From January to March, the beautiful yellow flowers bloom. Field Mustard is one of the flowers that tells the arrival of Spring. The spring in Kamogawa visit very early. You can also enjoy picking up the flower.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Use parking at Kamogawa city government office.
There is restroom.
10 picking flowers for 100 yen.
From early January to early March.
<b>Access</b>
0. JR Chiba Station.
1. use JR Uchibo Line to Tateyama Station.
2. use JR Sotobo Line to Awa Kamogawa Station.
3. walk (15 min.)
yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_hachiman_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL052.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL052.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCape Hachiman ParkCape Hachiman Park(八幡岬公園) is located Katsuura City, Chiba peninsula. It is face pacific ocean. There is observatory that you can enjoy great view of pacific ocean. There are also kids' facilities. This cape is also the ruins of Katsuura Castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use JR Sotobo Line to Katsuura.
2. walk south (20 min.)
yes162http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamayaki_omuro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI081.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI081.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYamayaki of Mt. OmuroYamayaki of Mt. Omuro (大室山山焼) is one of the most popular seasonable even in Ito, Shizuoka. Yamayaki literary means burning mountain. In 2nd Sunday of February, Mt. Omuro will be ignited and burnt down completely. It is very dynamic festival held in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Date: 2nd Sunday of February.
Time: Burning Crater starts at 9:00. Burning whole mountain starts at 12:00
You can see burning Crater at the top of mountain, but the lift will be closes during burning whole mountain.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ito Station.
1. use Tokai Bus to Shaboten Park.
yes502http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_omuro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI082.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI082.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. OmuroMt. Omuro (大室山) is a volcano located in Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka pref. It is about 580 tall and has a great view from the top of the mountain. You can see a beautiful Mt. Fuji, Izu Peninsula and Pacific Ocean. Therefore, it is one of the popular tourist attraction in eastern Izu. Every once a year, the mountain is burnt down, called "Yamayaki."
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, restroom and giftshop.
A lift to the top: 500 yen for adult. 250 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Archery Range: 1000 yen.
Office Hours: 9:00 to 16:45 (3/6to3/15), 9:00 to 17:15 (3/16to9/30), 9:00 to 16:15 (other)
Open New Year's day from 5:40.
<b>Accss</b>
0. at Ito Station.
1. use Tokai Bus to Shaboten Park.
yes204http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsumekisaki_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI083.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI083.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsumekisaki ParkTsumekisaki Park (爪木崎公園) is located south end of Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka. It is one of the most famous Daffodil Spots around Kanto. There are about 3 million Daffodil in this park. They bloom in January to the mid February. There is an observatory around a light house. It has great view of Pacific Ocean. It has a great view of Sunrise, therefore many people visit here in New Year's day.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking (500yen) and restroom.
<b>Access<</b>
0. Shimoda Station.
1. use Bus 10 to Tsumekisaki.
2. walk (5 min.)
yes326http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawagoe_castle_palace/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL052.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL052.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe palace of Kawagoe CastleThe palace of Kawagoe Castle (川越城本丸御殿) is one of the main tourist spot of Kawagoe, Saitama. Kawagoe Castle was built by Ota Dokan who also built Edo Castle in 1457. In 1546, Hojo, the lord of Sagami, took over this castle, and became very important castle to protect northern region for him. Later, when Tokugawa Ieyasu moved to Kanto, he gave this castle to Sakai Shigetada. Current building was built in 1848 by Matsudaira Naritsune, Kawagoe castle today is one of 100 best Japanese castles and 7 best castles of Kanto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 100 yen for adult, 50 yen for student. Free under Junior. There is a group discount.
TIme: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Close on Monday. 4th Friday.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kawagoe Station.
1. walk north (15 min.)
yes311http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawagoedaishi_kitain_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL053.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL053.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKawagoedaishi Kitain TempleKawagoedaishi Kitain Temple (川越大師喜多院) is Tendai Buddhism Temple located in Kawagoe, Saitama. It was established in 830 by Priest Ennin. It is one of the most popular spot in Kawagoe. The buildings of Kitain are very historically valuable,and its Japanese garden is beautiful. 500 Rakan Statues are also famous.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission for special building and garden: 400 yen for Adult, 200 for kids. There is a group discount.
Open: 8:50 to 16:30 (3/1 to 11/23), 8:50 to 16:00 (11/24 to end of Feb) Holiday open 20 min. longer.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes350http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kitain_500_rakan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL056.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL056.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swf500 Rakan Statues of Kitain500 Rakan Statues of Kitain (喜多院五百羅漢) is one of the most popular spots in Kawagoe. It is one of three major Rakan in Japan. These 500 Rakan Statues were made from 1782 to 1825. There are 538 statues and all of them are identical. Each one of them has different face and facial expression.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission for special building and garden: 400 yen for Adult, 200 for kids. There is a group discount.
Combined with the building of the Temple.
Open: 8:50 to 16:30 (3/1 to 11/23), 8:50 to 16:00 (11/24 to end of Feb) Holiday open 20 min. longer.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes514http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokinokane/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL054.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL054.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTokinokaneTokinokane (時の鐘) is a tower of time chime located in Kawagoe. It is a symbol of Kawagoe and remains the view of old Castle town. This tower was placed from early Edo period in Kawagoe. The original tower was constructed by Sakai Tadakatsu about 400 years ago. Current tower is 4th tower built in 1893. Even, today, it rings a bell four times a day just like it was used to be.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Ring a bell at 6:00, 12:00, 15:00 and 18:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. walk to north (15 min.)
yes93http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakanomon_gate_moat/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL055.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL055.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe moat of Nakanomon gateThe moat of Nakanomon gate (中ノ門堀) is the ruins of Kawagoe Castle. It is a western side of the castle. In 1639, because Kawagoe castle was very important to protect northern Edo castle, it was extended by Matsudaira Nobutsuna, the lord of Kawagoe. Today, only moat remains.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Open from: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. walk north (20 min.)
yes61http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_german_village/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL053.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL053.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCountry Farm Tokyo German VillageCountry Farm Tokyo German Village (東京ドイツ村)is a Theme Park located in Sodegaura, Chiba Prefecture. It's a great spot for spending time with your family in nature. The concept of this park is "Enjoying spending time with nature." There are a huge play ground, kids' facilities, flower gardens, zoo, an amusement and many other entertainment facilities that kids never get bored, and even adults can have funs. There are also beautiful flower gardens for all seasons.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 1,200 yen for Adult, 800 yen for high & Junior school, 600 yen for kids.
There is a group discount.
Open: 9:30 to 20:00 (last entry 19:30)
10 Attraction tickets: 2,500 yen. (save 500 yen)
Dog is only available at Dog Run.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Chiba Station.
1. use an express bus to Tokyo Doitsumura.
There are also express buses from Yokohama, Kawasaki and Shinjuku stations.
yes491http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL054.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL054.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOtakiOtaki (大多喜) is a castle town located in Boso Peninsula, Chiba prefecture. It is considered as the little Edo of Boso Peninsula. There are many traditional houses that gives the view of Edo period. There is a reconstructed castle as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. You can get a map at the station.
At the visitors center that located in front of Otaki Station, you can get a rental-bicycle for
300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use JR Sotobo Line to Ohara.
2. use Izumitetsudo Line to Otaki.
yes374http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uguisudani/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL292.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL292.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUguisudaniUguisudani (鴬谷) is located in Toyo. It is one of town on Yamanote Line, right newt station of Ueno Station. There are lots of Love Hotels.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is nothing to see but Love Hotels.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Yamanote Line to Uguisudani.
yes49http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokohamabashi_shopping_mall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL168.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL168.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYokohamabashi Shopping MallYokohamabashi Shopping Mall (よこはまばし商店街) is Shotengai, an arcaded avenue with many shops, located in Yokohama. There are many shops that sales foods, daily groceries, and everything else you need for your life. It is one of three major Sgitebgau in Yokohama. They are so cheap and reasonable so that Yokohamabashi is considered as Ameyoko in Yokohama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Yokohama city Subway Blueline to Bandobashi Station.
3. walk east (2 min.)
yes522http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kimuchi_yokocho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL293.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL293.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKimuchi YokochoKimuchi Yokocho (キムチ横丁) is a Korean town located in Okachimachi, Tokyo. It is the oldest Korean town in Tokyo. There are many Kimuchi stores, Korean markets, and BBQ restaurants.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Okachimachi.
2. walk east (5min.)
yes352http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jewery_town_okachimachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL294.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL294.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJewery Town OkachimachiOkachimachi (御徒町) is aJewelry wholesale district located in Okachimachi, Tokyo. It is the only Japanese jewelry spot. There are over 150 jewelry shops in Okachimachi. There are all kinds of Jewelry accessories related stores in Okachimachi. Also, some of the store buy your jewelry, reform your Jewelry and fix your Jewelry. Some of wholesale store sale their jewels personally, and they are very reasonable price.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is coin parking around this area. No restroom.
Some of them won't sale to individual customers.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Okachimachi.
2. walk east.
yes183http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aoba_no_mori_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL056.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL056.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAoba no Mori ParkAoba no Mori Park(青葉の森公園) is a park located Chiba city, Chiba prefecture.
It's a huge park with nature, culture and recreation. There are many natures with seasonable flowers, forest and pond. Facilities are greatly located in this park as well, such as baseball field, kids facilities and huge play ground. It has also western style garden, plum garden and Sakura garden so that you can enjoy relaxing moment. It is a great place for weekend family activities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use Keisei Chihara Line to Chibadera station.
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes322http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/plum_garden_aoba_mori_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL055.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL055.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfPlum Garden of Aoba no Mori ParkPlum Garden of Aoba no Mori Park (青葉の森公園の梅園) is one of the popular Ume, Japanese plum, spot in Chiba. There are 35 kinds 1,000 Ume trees in this garden and park. From the mid Feb. to the mid Mar., those plums bloom beautiful flowers. Because it has many kinds of Ume, the period of the season is bit longer than other place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use Keisei Chihara Line to Chibadera station.
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kobaien/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL295.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL295.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKobaienKobaien (香梅園) is a plum garden of Katori Shrine located in Sumida, Tokyo. It is a small garden with various kind of Ume, Japanese plum trees. Ume flowers bloom in early March in this garden. There are about 85 kinds 120 Ume trees in this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
There is Ume festival when they bloom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akihabara Station.
1. use JR Sobu Line to Kameido.
2. use Tobu Kameido Line to Omurai Station.
3. walk south (5 min.)
yes240http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takasaki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL048.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL048.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakasaki CastleTakasaki Castle (高崎城) is a flatland Castle located in Takasaki, Gunma. It was built in 1597 by Ii Naomasa. It is located on Nakasendo, the one of main road connecting Kyoto and Edo. Therefore, it was very important castle. There are original gate and keep of Takasaki Castle relocated in the ruins. Also, outer moats and earth banks are preserved in great condition. It is popular Sakura spot in Gunma.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes205http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takao_baigo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL300.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL300.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakao BaigoTakao Baigo (高尾梅郷) is a popular Ume, Japanese plum, spot located in Hachioji, Tokyo. There is 4 plum forests 10,000 plum trees. Plumes are planted on the side of Kosyu Road. Around the middle of March, white and red beautiful flowers bloom with nice smell. Many people visit here in the season to enjoy arrival of Spring. The entire sites are about 4.5km long, so it offers great hiking for all generation.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking at Kogesawa Bairin.
However, Kogesawa Bairin opens only weekend.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Takao (5 min.)
2. walk West.
yes379http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kogesawa_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL296.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL296.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKogesawa BairinKogesawa Bairin (木下沢梅林) is one of Takao Plum spots. Takao Plum spot is popular Ume, Japanese plum, spot in Hachioji, Tokyo. There are 1,400 plum trees that bloom fully beautiful in the middle of March.
<b>Toursit Info.</b>
It opens only weekend. There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Takao Station.
2. walk west 40 min or bus to Oshita.
yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takao_bairin_promenade/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL297.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL297.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakao Bairin promenadeTakao Bairin promenade (高尾遊歩道梅林) is one of Ume, Japanese plum, spots in Takao, Tokyo. This path is located on the side of Kobotoke River. There are various kinds of Ume trees which offers white, red and pink beautiful flowers. The path is very short, but it leads to other plum spots.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Takao Station.
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes319http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kobotoke_sekisho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL298.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL298.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe ruins of Kobotoke SekishoThe ruins of Kobotoke Sekisho (小仏関所) is located in Hachioji, Tokyo. It is a ruins of the gate of Kosyu Road. This place was very important to connect Kai and Sagami during Sengoku period. It is registered as a national historical site and chosen as 88 views of Hachioji. It is also one of Takao Baigo spots. There are plum trees that bloom in the middle March.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no restroom or parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Takao Station.
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takao_komagino_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL299.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL299.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakao Komagino gardenKomagino garden (高尾駒木野庭園) is Japanese garden located in Takao, Tokyo. Its garden and house are opened for public. You can used this for free resting place. It has Japanese garden for pond style and no water style.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: Free.
Garden and house is open for public as resting place.
Open: 9:00 to 18:00 (Apr. to Aug.)
17:00 (Sep. to Oct.), 16:00 (Nov. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Takao Station.
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toyokuni_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfToyokuni ShrineToyokuni Shrine (豊国神社), enshrines Toyotomi Hideyoshi, located in Kyoto. It was established in 1599 after the death of Hideyoshi. Karamon gate of this shrine is registered as the National Treasure of Japan. It was originally constructed at Fushimi Castle and removed to this shrine. It is also called "Hokokusan" with full of respects and love to Hideyoshi. Many Hideyoshi Fans visit here to pray for their success according to his success.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
Museum: 300 yen for adult.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. walk west (20 min.)
yes237http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kitano_tenmangu_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKitano Tenman-gu ShrineKitano Tenman-gu Shrine (北野天満宮) is the top of Tenman Shrine located in Kyoto. It enshrines Sugawara no Michizane, the god of wisdom and education. Kitano Tenman gu was established in 947. In 987, it was entitled "Kitanotenmangutenjin" by Emperor Ichijo. It was highly respected by the imperial families. Today, many people still worship here for the achievement of their education. Kitano Tenman gu is very popular for Ume, Japanese plum.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Museum: 300 yen for adult, 250 yen for adult, 150 yen for kids.
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
Period: Ume, Koyo seasons, 25th of every month. New year's day, Dec. 1, April 10 to May 30.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use local bus to Kitanotenmangu (30 min.)
yes432http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daikakuji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDaikakuji templeDaikakuji temple (大覚寺) is one of the major temples in Kyoto. It is Shingon Buddhism established in 876 by the imperial prince Tsunesada. This place was used to be 2nd house of Emperor Saga. The priests of Daikakuji had been served by the imperial families. Therefore, it is considered as one of the highest class of temples in Japan. There are beautiful Japanese garden that just like the garden of the imperial palace.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 300 yen for under high school.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Local bus to Daikakuji (30 min.)
yes311http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tenryuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTenryujiTenryuji (天龍寺) is the Zen temple with rich history and beautiful scenery. It is located in Arashiyama, Kyoto. It was established in 1339 by the first Muromachi Shogun, Ashikaga Takauji, dedicated Emperor Godaigo. It has a beautiful Japanese garden designed by Priest Muso. The garden is the 1st registered Special National Scenic Beauty and also registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Because it was established by 1st Ashikaga Takauji, Muromachi Shogun, and Zen temple related with Emperor Kanmu, Tenryuji was highly respected even today.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission for garden: 500 yen for adult, 300 yen for under junior, free for kids.
Open: 8:30 to 17:30 (Last entry 17:00)
Temple Tour is closed until Mar, 2014.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to Saga Arashiyama station.
2. walk west (10 min.)
1. use Local bus to Tenryuji.
yes506http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mibu_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMibu TempleMibu Temple (壬生寺) is Risshu Buddhism temple located in Kyoto. It is also known as Shinsengumi related spot. It was established in 991 by Priest Kaiken. The principal of image is Jizobosatu made in Heian period. It is also place of Mibu Kyogen that is over 700 years old theatrical act. In the end of Edo period, Shinsengumi stayed at this temple. There are graves of soldiers of Shinsengumi who died at Kyoto, and other unit commanders.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
Main Hall Open 9:00 to 16:00
Museum open: 8:30 to 16:30
Admission of the museum: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for under high school.
Admission for Mibuzuka of Shinsengumi: 100 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Local bus to Mibuderamichi.
2. walk south.
yes115http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/osawa_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOsawa PondOsawa Pond (大沢池) is the oldest artificial pond for Japanese style garden. It was constructed by Emperor Saga in Heian period. It is imitated from Lake Dotei in China. It is chosen as one of three major moon view ponds since Heian period. The pond has many seasonable aspects. It has beautiful Sakura, Ume forest and lotus. It has splendid Koyo in Autumn.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: free. (during Spring and Autumn season, 200 yen)
Open: 9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Local bus to Daikakuji (30 min.)yes209http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/odoi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOdoiOdoi (御土居) is the ruins of the earthworks and moats constructed by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Odoi of Kitano Tenmangu Shrine remains in a great condition. It is also known as Momiji Garden because it has a great Momiji trees that show great Koyo in Autumn. The entire moat and earthworks surrounding the city of Kyoto was about 22.5km long.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 only during Koyo season and Ume season.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Kyoto Bus to Kitano Tenmangumae.
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes159http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kitanotenmangu_baien/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBaien of KitanotenmanguBaien of Kitanotenmangu (北野天満宮梅苑) is popular Ume, Japanese plum, garden of Kyoto. There are 50 kinds 1,500 Ume trees in this garden. From the beginning of February to middle of March, beautiful Ume flowers bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Opens only Ume Season.
Admission: 600 yen for adult, 300 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Open: 10:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use local bust to Kitano Tenmangumae.
yes256http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sagano/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSaganoSagano (嵯峨野) is an old post town located in west side of Kyoto. It has many traditional buildings and historical temples. The road with those classic views matches Kimono Walk perfectly. Around the first Torii gate of Atago Shrine is registered as the national preserved scenery with traditional buildings. Sagano remains the old atmosphere of Kyoto with many historical buildings and old temples.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Kyoto Bus 72 or 74 to Toriimoto (1 hr.)
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Saga-Arashiyama.
2. walk north (30 min.)
yes448http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bamboo_grove_walk/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBamboo Grove WalkBamboo Grove Walk (竹林の小径) of Arashiyama is the most famous and popular Bamboo Grove in the world. It is one of the main tourist attraction of Arashiyama, Kyoto. It is about 100m long narrow road surrounded by thousands of Bamboo. The scenery of this Bamboo walk is the most common sight of Kyoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to Saga-Arashiyama.
2. walk west (20 min.)
2. use Local bus to Tenryuji.
3. walk north (10 min.)
yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arashiyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfArashiyamaArashiyama (嵐山) is one of the best tourist spot in Kyoto. It is located western Kyoto and surrounded by Mountains that offers beautiful Koyo, the autumn leaves, in Fall. There are many historic temples, classic view and rich nature. Therefore, it was used to be 2nd house resort for Nobles and the imperial families during Heian period. Today, it still remains the classic view of Kyoto with rich nature and traditional temples. The most famous bamboo grove walk is also located in Arashiyama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. The restroom is located near Arashiyama Rakan.
Don't visit here by car.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to Saga-Arashiyama.
1. use Local bus to Tenryujimae or Arashiyama.
yes429http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kameari_kochikame_statue_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL301.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL301.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKameari Kochikame Statue TourKameari Kochikame Statue Tour (亀有こち亀銅像巡り) is one of popular way to enjoy Kameari and Kochikame. Kameari Station is located in eastern Tokyo, Katsushika Ward, and there are 14 statues of Characters from Kochikame surrounding Kameari Station. Kochikame is the most famous and long loved Manga in the history of Japan, and Kameari is the main field town of the Manga. Touring all statues and take photo with Ryo-san and other characters are must experiencing tour for all Kochikame Lovers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can get a statue map at the Kameari Station.
Every Sunday, Ryo-san visit Kameari and patrol the town.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nippori Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kameari
yes449http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/komatsugawa_1000_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA057.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA057.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKomatsugawa 1000 SakuraKomatsugawa 1000 Sakura (小松川千本桜) is new Sakura spot located on the riverside of Ara River. There are 1,000 Sakura trees, and from the end of March to the beginning of April, beautiful Sakura, cherry blossom, blooms and tells the arrival of Spring. During the Sakura season, many people enjoy Hanami party. There is BBQ spots.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
BBQ: 2000 yen.
Time: 10:00 to 16:00
Season: Mar 1, to Nov 30.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Higashi Nihonbashi.
2. use Toei Shinjuku Line to Higashi Oojima.
3. walk east (5 min.)
yes368http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/birthplace_of_shinsengumi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBirthplace of ShinsengumiThe house of Yagi family is the birthplace of Shinsengumi (新撰組屯所跡八木邸) located in Kyoto. One of he Shinsengumi related spots. In 1863, to guard 14th Shogun, Iemochi Roshi-gumi was assembled in Edo. They traveled to Kyoto and stayed at this house. Most of Roshi returned to Edo, but Serizawa, Kondo, Hijikata and other 10 Roshi stayed here. They offered their service to protect Shogun and Kyoto to Matsudaira Katamori. Kattamori appointed them as the official police force and they became "Shinsengumi." This house became the office of Shinsengumi. They stayed until 1865, and moved to Nishi-Honganji Temple.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Admission: 1,000 yen with tea and sweets.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Local bus to Mibuderamichi.
2. walk south (2 min.)
yes422http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nishiki_ichiba_shopping_district/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNishiki Ichiba Shopping DistrictNishiki Ichiba Shopping District (錦市場商店街) is an arcaded shopping street located in the middle of Kyoto, city. It has a history of over 400 years that makes it one of the oldest shopping district in the history of Japan. The street is about 400m long and there are over 120 stores. It is definitely great spot to enjoy shopping Japanese daily glossaries and foods in Kyoto.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use Karasuma Line to Shijo Station.
2. walk to west (5 min.)
yes231http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nisonin_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNisonin TempleNisonin Temple (二尊院) is Tenday Buddhism established in mid 9th century. It is located in Sagano, Kyoto. There are beautiful Twin Nyorai Statues. Koyo of this temple is just breath taking beautiful. Nisonin has been highly respected by the imperial family. Some of the buildings were constructed in early Edo period. It is also known as the birthplace of Agura An.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen. There is a group discount.
Open:9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to Saga-Arashiyama.
2. walk west (15 min.)
yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jojakkoji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJojakkoji TempleJojakkoji Temple (常寂光寺) is Nichiren Buddhism Temple located Sagano, Kyoto. It is located in Sagano, Kyoto. It was established in 1596 by priest Nisshin. Jojakkou is the best heaven in Tendai Buddhism. It was name that because the scenery of this temple was just like the Jojakkoudo. It has a beautiful Koyo that considered as one of the best in Kyoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but is restroom.
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids.
Free for handicap person.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to Saga-Arashiyama.
2. walk west (15 min.)
yes299http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rakushisya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRakushisyaRakushisya (落柿舎) is a Japanese garden with concept of Wabi located in Sagano, Kyoto. This house and garden were built by Kyorai, the student of Matsuo Basyo in the mid 17th century. Matsuo Basyo stayed at this house many times. The garden of this house has all kinds of seasonable flowers for writing "Haiku." There is the famous Shishiodosi in Kyoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Admission: 200 yen.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (10:00 to 16:00 in Jan. and Feb.)
Close: 12/31, 1/1
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to Saga-Arashiyama.
2. walk west (15 min.)
yes282http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arashiyama_rakan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfArashiyama RakanArashiyama Rakan (嵐山羅漢) is located in front of Hogonin Temple. There are about 70 Rakan Statue that belong to the temple. It is one of popular spot in Arashiyama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to SagaArashiyama.
2. walk west (15 min.)
yes126http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/you_road_shopping_district/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL302.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL302.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYou Road Shopping districtYou Road Shopping district (ゆうろーど商店街) is one of Shotengai located south side of Kameari Station. There are over 120 shops in this street. Especially, there are great vegetable stores, meat market and fish market. Of course, other shops such as fashion, glossary stores, food stands and services. It has many Kameari food gourmets.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nippori Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kameari.
yes377http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/komatsugawa_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA058.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA058.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKomatsugawa ParkKomatsugawa Park (小松川公園) is located Edogawa ward, Tokyo. It is very popular Hanami spot because there are many Sakura trees and huge open field. Some of the place has bench and table for BBQ. There are a huge play ground and many kinds of sports facilities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa
1. use Toei Asakusa Line to Higashi Nihonbashi.
2. use Toei Shinjuku Line to Higashi Oojima.
3. walk east (5 min.)
yes235http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimizu_en_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShimizu-en gardenShimizu-en garden (新発田清水園) is a beautiful garden Japanese garden located in Shibata, Niigata. It was used to be Japanese garden for Daimyo of Shibata, and its beautiful view is registered as national scenic beauty. This garden was constructed in late 17th century. It is a typical pond surrounding style garden. Many tea houses are also surrounding this large pond. There are 8 beautiful views of Omi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 700 yen for adult, 300 yen for under junior high.
Close: Wed. on Jan. and Feb.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (16:30 from Nov. to Mar.)
Ticket is the same is Ashigaru Nagaya.
There is a group discount.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibata Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes440http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shibata_ashigaru_nagaya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShibatas Ashigaru NagayaShibata's Ashigaru Nagaya (新発田足軽長屋) is one of few remaining Samurai Apartments. It is located in Shibata, Niigata. There are 8 residential spaces. The low rank Samurai used to live in this space. This Ashigaru Nagaya is very few existed Nagaya House in Japan. It is registered as the national important cultural assets. It was constructed in 1842.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 700 yen for adult, 300 yen for under junior high.
Close: Wed. on Jan. and Feb.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (16:30 from Nov. to Mar.)
Ticket is the same is Shimizuen garden.
There is a group discount.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibata Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes161http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/murakami_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMurakami CastleMurakami Castle (村上城) is a hilltop castle located in Murakami, Niigata. It was built in the early 16ch century by Honjo clan. It is registered as the national historic site. Top bailey of the castle is 135m high. Current structure os the castle was constructed by Hori Naokane in 1619. Form the top of the mountain, it have beautiful view of Niigata and Sea of Japan. Beautiful stone walls of main bailey are preserved in great condition.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibata Station.
1. use Haetsu Line to Murakami Station.
2. walk east (30 min.)
yes440http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/old_narita_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOld Narita houseOld Narita house (旧成田家住宅) is one of the remaining Samurai House in Murakami, Niigata. It was built in the end of Edo period. It has also small Japanese gardens.
<b>Touris Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
Admission free but inside is not open.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibata Station.
1. use JR Haetsu Line to Murakami.
2. walk east (30 min.)
yes72http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/wakabayashi_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWakabayashi HouseWakabayashi House (村上・若林家住宅) is one of the remaining Samurai Housein Murakami, Niigata. Wakabayashi family took 150 koku in Edo period. The house was constructed around 1800. It is Kayabuki roof, L shape house. It is very popular medium class Samurai House.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 250 yen for students.
There is a group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibata Station.
1. use JR Haetsu Line to Murakami.
2. walk east (20 min.)
yes206http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/maizuru_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMaizuru ParkMaizuru Park (まいづる公園) is open museum of Samurai House located in Murakami, Niigata. There are three remaining Samurai Houses. This park was constructed for the memorial of current crown prince Naruhito and Masako's wedding. There is a house of Takaoka family that is belong to princess Masako. There are two more Samurai Houses are displayed in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Time: 9:00 to 16:30 (12 1 2 10:00 to 15:00)
Closed on Tuesday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibata Station.
1. use JR Haetsu Line to Murakami.
2. walk east (20 min.)
yes338http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujimoto_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFujimoto ShrineFujimoto Shrine (藤基神社) is located in Murakami, Niigata. It enshrine the first lord of Murakami Domain, Naito Shigenari. He was also the brother of Tokugawa Ieyasu. The main shrine was built in 1849. The beautiful carving was made by Ariiso Syusai.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Shibata Station.
1. JR Haetsu Line to Murakami Station.
2. walk east (15 min.)
yes149http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/murakami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMurakamiMurakami(村上の町家・黒塀通り) was used to be a castle town during Edo period. It has many traditional buildings and still remains the view of Castle town. Especially, around temple street and black walls has a very interesting view of Edo period. In Murakami, you will see many hanged dried salmon. That is one of poplar the local delicacy in northern Niigata. There are many local Sake Brewery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibata Station.
1. use JR Haetsu Line to Murakami Station.
2. walk east.
yes359http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shibata_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShibata CastleShibata Castle (新発田城) is a flatland castle located in Niigata. It was built in early Kamakura period by Shibata clan. It is chosen as 100 best Japanese castle. The gate and 2nd Yagura is the original constructions and a huge moat also preserved in original condition. Yagura has Namako wall that is very strong structure for cold weather and snow.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibata Station.
1. walk north (20 min.)
yes190http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakurayama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA059.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA059.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakurayama ParkSakurayama Park (桜山公園) is one of 100 best Sakura Spots located in Gunma. There are 7,000 Winter-Sakura and 3,000 Someiyoshino that makes it one of the largest Sakura Spots in Japan. The park is located on a 591m tall mountain. Winter Sakura bloom in late Autumn when also has beautiful Koyo. Its beautiful scenery is registered as national scenic beauty and natural monument.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
In Spring and Autumn, there is parking fee.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit. Use rout 462 to 177.
yes408http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akagi_south_side_1000_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA060.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA060.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAkagi South Side 1000 SakuraAkagi South Side 1000 Sakura (赤城南面千本桜) is a popular Sakura Spot of Gunma Prefecture. There are over 1,400 Sakura Trees and beautiful Shiba-Sakura in this park. It has about 37 kinds of Sakura trees which give us longer period of blossom in Spring. Also, there are 150,000 Shiba-Sakura, literary means Grass Sakura, that is also bloom in April.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Sakura blooms from early to middle April.
During the season, there is Sakura Matsuri.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive 353 to 102, then drive north.
yes330http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuroiso_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA061.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA061.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKuroiso ParkKuroiso Park (黒磯公園) is one of Sakura spot located in Nasu, Tochigi. There are about 270 Sakura trees. In middle of April, Sakura bloom very beautifully. During the Sakura season, there is Sakura Matsuri will be held and many food stands opens for Hanami Party.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nasu Station.
1. use Tohoku Line to Kuroiso Line.
2. walk north.
yes338http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/karasugamori_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA062.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA062.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKarasugamori ParkKarasugamori Park(烏ヶ森公園) is one of Sakura Spot located in Nasu, Tochigi. It has a nice pond and Sakura is surrounding that pond. There are several Sakura Tunnels leading to this park. This park also has a hill, and on the top of hill it has beautiful view of Nasu and shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
During Sakura season, there are many food stands opens.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nasu Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Nishinasuno Station.
2. walk west.
yes314http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagamine_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA063.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA063.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNagamine ParkNagamine Park (長峰公園) is one of Hanami Spot in Tochigi. There are 150 Sakura in this park. In middle of April, Sakura bloom very beautifully.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nasushiobara station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Yaita Station.
2. walk north.
yes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shopping_streets_hirai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL303.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL303.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShopping Streets of HiraiShopping Street of Hirai (平井の商店街) is great spot for walking around. From the Hirai Station to south ear for 1km long, there are several Shopping streets and 100 of stores for any kinds of daily glossaries.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akihabara Station.
1. use JR Sobu Line to Hirai Station.
yes290http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ishiguro_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIshiguro HouseIshiguro House (石黒邸) is one of the remaining Samurai House remaining Shibata, Niigata.
It is located in Shimizuen garden. It was removed from Hakkencho where near Shibata Castle to this place. Ishiguro family was the Samurai of 70 koku that is middle rank of Samurai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibata Station.
1. walk west (15 min.)
yes93http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaikonjo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL057.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL057.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKaikonjo FallsKaikonjo Falls (開墾場の滝) is an artificial waterfalls located in Boso peninsula. It was made by changing the route of Koito river. A tunnel change the direction of water. It is very unique because water falls though the tunnel. It is 8m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking,but parking space. No restroom.
Be very careful when you this waterfalls.
It is not tourist spots.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive to route 410 to Mishima Dam.
yes378http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiba_zakura_german_village/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL058.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL058.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShiba-Zakura of German VillageShiba-Zakura of Tokyo German Village (東京ドイツ村の芝桜) is one of the largest scale of Shiba-Zakura Spots in Kanto. About 150,000 Shiba-Zakura flowers creat the art of nature on the grass.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 1,200 yen for Adult, 800 yen for high & Junior school, 600 yen for kids.
There is a group discount.
Open: 9:30 to 20:00 (last entry 19:30)
10 Attraction tickets: 2,500 yen. (save 500 yen)
Dog is only available at Dog Run.
<b>Access </b>
0. at JR Chiba Station.
1. use an express bus to Tokyo Doitsumura.
yes297http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/east_exit_shijuku_station/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL304.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL304.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEast Exit of Shijuku StationEast Exit of Shijuku Station (新宿駅東口) is the largest market place in Tokyo. It is the most concentrated shopping district. It has all kinds of major department stores, all kinds of Japanese bland stores, restaurants, convenience stores, first foods, and everything. It is the largest market place is the world.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, you can use restroom at Shinjuku Station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku.
1. walk east.
yes542http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawasaki_daishi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL172.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL172.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKawasaki DaishiKawasaki Daishi (川崎大師) is a temple town located in Kawasaki, Kanagawa. Kawasaki Daishi is one of very popular temple in Kanagawa. It is 3rd most popular temple for new year worshipping. Over 2.7 million visitors worship during the new year worshipping. There are two shopping district that leads to the temple. Nakamise Street is filled with many candy stores. Also, Hachiman Shrine has Kanayama Shrine. Kanayama shrine helds Kanamara Matsuri also known as fertility festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. You can use Parking at the station or the temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawasaki Station.
1. use Keikyu Daishi Line to Kawasaki Daishi.
yes412http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ofuna_flower_center/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL169.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL169.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOfuna Flower CenterOfuna Flower Center (フラワーセンター大船植物園) is a flower park located in Fujisawa, Kanagawa. It is a large park with full of all kinds of seasonable flowers. Ume, Sakura, Azalea, Wisteria, Iris and any flowers. There are grass ground for lunch, and great spot for family activities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 350 yen for adult, students 250 yen, high school and senior 100 yen, under junior is free.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:00), Nov. to Feb. 9:00 to 16:00.
Closed: Monday (if the monday is holiday, it closed on Tuesday.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Ofuna.
2. walk west (15 min.)
yes399http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/anyoin_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL170.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL170.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAnyoin TempleAnyoin Temple (安養院) is a pure land buddhism temple located in Kamakura. It is very famous for its Azalea. From the end of April to beginning of May, Azalea bloom beautifully. It was dedicated to Minamoto no Yoritomo and found by his wife Hojo Masako. This temple was established1225.
<b>Visior's info.</b>
No parking, no restroom.
Admission: 100 yen.
Open: 8:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. walk south east (20 min.)
yes268http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/azalea_dankazura_oji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL171.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL171.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAzalea of Dankazura OjiAzalea of Dankazura Oji (段葛の躑躅) is one of famous Azalea spot in Kanagawa. From the end of April to beginning of May, Azalea bloom beautifully.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. walk east
yes231http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/atsugi_azalea_hill/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL173.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL173.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAtsugi Azalea HillAtsugi Azalea Hill (あつぎつつじヶ丘公園) is a park of Azalea, located in Atsugi, Kanagawa. There are about 52,000 Azalea trees in this park. From late April to mid May, the beautiful Azalea blooms. It is also popular Sakura spot as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Gate open:10:00 to 18:30 (Apr. to Sep.) to 17:30 (Oct. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Moto Tatsugi Station.
1. use local bus to Morinosato.
2. get off at Morino Sato gochome.
3. walk.
yes306http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujidana_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL174.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL174.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFujidana ParkFujidana Park (ふじだな公園) is located in northern Atsugi, Kanagawa pref. There is a large Wisteria table. In the end of April, beautiful Wisteria bloom purple flowers. The smell of Wisteria is also very beautiful. It's quiet. So, you can enjoy relaxing through your eyes, nurse and ears.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Gate open:8:30 to 18:00 (Apr. to Sep.) to 17:00 (Oct. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Moto Tatsugi Station.
1. use local bus to Morinosato.
2. get off at Morino Sato gochome.
3. walk.
yes203http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nanasawa_forest_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL175.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL175.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNanasawa Forest ParkNanasawa Forest Park (七沢森林公園) is a huge park with mountain and forest located in Atsugi, Kanagawa pref. It is the 2nd largest forest park in Kanagawa. The park is placed around the mountain, and it has nice walking trail. From the observatory, there is a beautiful landscape. It offers great hiking with lots of nature. There are many seasonable flowers and Autumn leaves. Especially, Phododendron in this park is splendid. There are BBQ station, kid's play ground and many open field. One of the best place to enjoy nature with your family.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Gate open:8:30 to 18:00 (Apr. to Sep.) to 17:00 (Oct. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Moto Tatsugi Station.
1. use local bus to Morinosato.
2. get off at Morino Sato Center or Nanasawa Shinrin Koen.
3. walk.
yes442http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kichijoji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL305.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL305.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKichijojiKichijoji (吉祥寺) is the most popular town for living in Tokyo. It was chosen 5 times the best town where people want to live and the best town satisfied by the people who live in. Around the Kichijoji station, there are many different type of shopping district, including all major department stores, huge electric stores, fashion, foods, restaurants, bars and everything people needs for all generation and genders. Kichijoji not only offers great aspects of major city, but it has also a beautiful nature just around the station.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking on the street, and restroom at the park and the station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kichijoji.
yes528http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asagaya_pearl_center/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL306.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL306.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAsagaya Pearl CenterAsagaya Pearl Center (阿佐ヶ谷パールセンター) is a shopping street with an arcade, or Shotengai in Japanese. Shotengai is Japanese style life support system for civilians. This arcade street is about 1km and there are many restaurants, food stands, vegetable stores, clothing shops, meat shop and any kinds of daily glossary stores. In August, it has excellent Tanabata Festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no restroom or parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Asagaya Station.
2. walk south.
yes369http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gokurakuji_sum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL176.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL176.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGokurakuji SammarizedGokurakuji Station (極楽寺駅) is located south-west of Kamakura. There are many old and classic temples in this area. So, it is very great place to strolling around with temples and nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. You can borrow restroom at some temples.
This strolling takes about 2 hours.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use Enoden Line to Gokurakuji.
yes402http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanda_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL307.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL307.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKanda MatsuriKanda Matsuri (神田祭) is one of 3 major Matsuri (Gion Matsuri, Tenjin Matsuri) in Japan. It is also considered as one of 3 Major Edo Matsuri. It is held in the nearest weekends from May 15, at Kanda Shrine. About 36 Mikoshi from all towns around Kanda shrine parade around Akihabara, Nihonbashi, Kanda and Marunouchi to Kanda shrine. At the Kanda Shrine, Mikoshi and carriers receive ritual reception and worshipping. Thousands of people carry Mikoshi and 100 thousands of people enjoy watching this Matsuri.
It only happens every other years. Next one will be 2015.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Matsuri is held the nearest weekend of May 15.
Video is taken on Sunday.
No parking, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchi Line to Ochanomizu.
2. walk north.
yes396http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/komyoji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL177.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL177.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKomyojiKomyoji (光明寺) is Pure Land Buddhism Temple located in Kamakura. It is one of the very popular temple in Kamakura because of its historical value and large buildings. Komyoji was established in 1243 by Priest Nenna. Priest Nenna was the 3rd high-priest of Pure Land Buddhism, and 4th governor of Kamakura, Hojo Tsunetoki, invited him at Kamakura and asked him to establish Komyoji temple. Therefore, Komyoji was highly respected by Hojo clan of Kamakura. The gate and the main hall are largest ones in Kamakura and have great historical value. There are beautiful Lotus pond and dry garden.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
No admission.
Open: 08:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use local bus to Komyojimae.
1. walk (30 min.)
yes277http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amanawa_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL178.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL178.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAmanawa ShrineAmanawa Shrine (甘縄神明宮) is the oldest shrine in Kamakura. It was established in 710 by Someya Tokitada.
Legend said, the leader of Genji, Minamoto no Yoriyoshi prayed his son's safe birth, then Minamoto no Yoshiie was born. He donated the building in 1081. Therefore, this shrine was highly respected by Samura and Shogun.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use Enoden Line to Yuigahama.
2. walk north-west.
yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daibutsu_kiritoshi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL179.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL179.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDaibutsu KiritoshiDaibutsu Kiritoshi (大仏切通) is one of old 7 entrance to Kamakura. It was constructed around 1241 to 1250. It appears at first in 1624, and believed that it was existed from Kamakura period. It is registered as national historic site. Current structure was constructed in 1879. Today, it is one of the popular hiking spot in Kamakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
It is located on Daibutsu Trail course at Kamakura.
15 min. from Hase Station.
yes272http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yushima_seido/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL308.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL308.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYushima SeidoYushima Seido (湯島聖堂) is a historical site located in Kanda, Tokyo. It was built by 5th Tokugawa Shogun, Tsunayoshi, in 1690 as private school. In 1797, it became the direct school of Edo Government. In 1871, the school was closed and it became the ministry of Education. Today, it is registered as a national historical site. It is still respected as the sacred place of education. Many people still visit here to pray their educational success. Most of building were lost, but Nyuutokumon gate built in 1704 is the original structure. The entire site of Yushima Seido is the same as it was used to be Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but restroom.
Admission: Free.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (16:00 in Winter)
Taishoden open on weekend and holiday.
Closed on the middle of August and New Year's days.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchi Line to Ochanomizu station.
2. walk south.
yes328http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimokitazawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL310.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL310.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShimokitazawaShimokitazawa (下北沢), a.k.a. "Shimokita," is the city of youth located west side of Tokyo Metro. It is very famous for the city of Japanese Indies' Music, amateur bands, theatrical play and comedy show. There are many theaters and music venues. Many famous musicians and comedians started their careers at Shimokita. Also, there are many interesting bar and Izakaya around the station. Shimokita is also very famous for used clothing's for young girls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Most of the spots are located south side of the station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Inokashira Line to Shimokitazawa Station.
yes582http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shibuya_kagoshima_ohara_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL309.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL309.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShibuya Kagoshima Ohara MatsuriShibuya Kagoshima Ohara Matsuri (渋谷鹿児島おはら祭) is one of Dance parade in Tokyo. It is held in the middle of May in Shibuya. There are thousands of dancers perform "Shibuya Ondo" and "Oharabushi." Oharabushi is one of Bon Odori Dance in Kagoshima. There is Kagoshima's Food and Sake shops during the festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parade at Dogenzaka Street. and Bukamura St.
The street will be closed.
It is held in late May.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. walk west.
yes301http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakone_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL180.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL180.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHakone ShrineHakone Shrine (箱根神社) is one of the main feature of Hakone, Kanagawa Pref. Legend said, it was established in the period of 5th Emperor Kosho (2,400 years ago). In Nara Period (8th century), Priest Mangan built temple and enshrined Shansho Gongen. At the top of Mt. Komagatake, there is a sacred deep shrine of Hakone Shrine. In Kamakura period, Minamoto no Yoritomo, first Shogun of Bushi, highly respected this shrine. During the Edo period, because Hakone is an important on Tokaido road, many people worship this shrine for their travel safety. Today, it is still very popular shrine in Japan.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Hakone Line to Hakone Yumoto.
2. use Izu Hakone Bus to Motohakone.
3. walk west (10 min.)
yes433http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/onshi_hakone_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL181.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL181.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOnshi Hakone ParkOnshi Hakone Park (恩賜箱根公園) is located in the small peninsula in Lake Ashi. It was used to be the imperial summer resort house. It has a great view of Lake Ashi and Mt. Fuji. There 8 excellent views in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission free.
There is a free museum.
Parking: 7:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use local bus to Onshihakonekoen.
yes368http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakone_sekisho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL182.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL182.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHakone SekishoHakone Sekisho (箱根関所) is one of historical sites of Hakone. It is the restored ruins of Hakone Sekisho Gate of Tokaido Road. Tokaido is the road that connects Edo and Kyoto. Hakone Sekisyo was the border of Kanto-Edo and western countries. Therefore, Hakone was the entrance of Edo, and Sekisho was very important security system. Sekisho controlled all the travelers, imports and exports. They seriously controlled incoming guns and out going Daimyo's wife. Today, all of the office buildings are restored as they are used to be, and represent the life and scenes of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 250 yen for 250 yen. There is a group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (closed 16:30 from Dec. to Feb) Last entry 30min. before its close.
Ticket also available for the museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Local Bus to Hakonesekisho mae.
yes331http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakone_cedar_avenue/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL183.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL183.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCedar ave. of HakoneCedar ave. of Hakone Old Tokaido Road is one of the great historic site of Tokaido Road. It was built in 1619 by Tokugawa Ieyasu. These Cedar are also planted by Tokugawa Ieyasu. He planted to provide the shade to the travelers. There are 420 cedar trees still remains. Many famous Samurai used this road to travel between Edo and Osaka. The view of this road is still preserved in a great condition. You can enjoy strolling the pass of Japanese history.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use local bus to Onshi Hakone koen mae.
yes270http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_warabimochi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT133.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT133.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook WarabimochiWarabimochi (わらび餅) is very popular Japanese sweets. It is Mochi, made from Warabi Starch, and flavored with Kinako, crunched Soy Beans with sugar, and black sugar syrup. Legend said, Emperor Daigo loved this sweets. Therefore, it's been very popular for all time in Japan. Nara and Kyoto have many Warabimochi Shops.
yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/howto_cook_somin_champuru/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT134.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT134.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to cook Somin ChampuruSomin Champuru (ソーミンチャンプルー) is one of the local noodle of Okinawa. It's a grilled Somen Noolde with Chive and Tuna Flakes. Somin is Okinawa dialect for Somen Noodle. It is very easy and tasty noodle, especially great for summer.
yes308http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ojirogawa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL066.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL066.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOjirogawa ValleyOjirogawa Valley (尾白川渓谷) is located in Minami Apls, Yamanashi pref. There is a great hiking course with many beautiful waterfalls. The pure water from Minami Apls in this valley is chosen as the 100 best water in Japan. The water has a beautiful emerald green color. The trekking course is very difficult spots and steep ways. It is great hiking spots for new green leaves in early summer and beautiful Koyo in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Takes 1 hr. 30 min. from parking.
Very difficult pass. Need shoes for trekking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use Route 20 and go west to 614. Travel to Hakusyu Kanko Ojiro Camping space.
yes402http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ojirogawa_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL067.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL067.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOjirogawa Fudo FallsFudo Falls (尾白川渓谷不動滝) is one of the waterfalls of Ojirogawa Valley. Ojirogawa Valley is located in Minami Alps, Yamanashi. It is about 25m tall great waterfalls. Legend said, one of Syugendo person practice Takigyo here. He climbed up to Mt. Komagatake after practice at this falls. Later, a rock under the falls shaped into man's face. That face looks like the Syugendo person.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Takes 1 hr. 30 min. from parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use Route 20 and go west to 614. Travel to Hakusyu Kanko Ojiro Camping space.
yes229http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jinja_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL068.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL068.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJinja FallsJinja Falls (神蛇滝) is one of the waterfalls of Ojirogawa Valley. It is three steps waterfalls found by priest.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Takes 1 hr. from parking.
Very difficult pass. Need shoes for trekking.
You can't access to the basin.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use Route 20 and go west to 614. Travel to Hakusyu Kanko Ojiro Camping space.
yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asahi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL069.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL069.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAsahi FallsAsahi Falls (旭滝) is one of waterfalls located in Ojirogawa Valley, Yamanashi Pref. In the morning, the sun light strike this falls and makes beautiful rainbow.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Takes 30min. from parking.
Very difficult pass. Need shoes for tracking.
You can't access to the basin.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use Route 20 and go west to 614. Travel to Hakusyu Kanko Ojiro Camping space.
yes102http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koenji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL311.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL311.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoenjiKoenji is (高円寺) located in westside of Tokyo Metro. It is very comfortable city to live because it has many Shotengai. It has also many used clothing stores. So, it is considered as the city of youth.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Koenji.
yes381http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/roppongi_station/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL312.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL312.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRoppongi StationRoppongi Station (六本木駅) is very famous for its deepness. Hibiya Line's station is not so special, but Oedoline's Station is located really deep under the ground... or is it?
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You have to buy a ticket to see how it's deep.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ginza Station.
1. use Hibiya Line to Roppoing.
2. walk down 5 min.
yes234http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gumyoji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL184.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL184.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGumyojiGumyoji (弘明寺) is located in southern Yokohama, Kanagawa prefecture. It has a huge Shopping street that is also the leading street of Gumyoji temple. Gumyoji temple is the oldest temple in Yokohama. So, that unique leading street of Gumyoji has an arcade with many stores. It's the mixture of modern and oldest in Yokohama. In the shopping district, there are many clothing stores for middle age women.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Yokohama Blue Line to Gumyoji.
yes451http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/izumo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIzumoIzumo (出雲) is located eastern Shimane Prefecture. It is one of the most popular tourist spot in Japan because of the grand shrine of Izumo, Izumo Oyashiro in Japanese. Izumo Oyashiro is the top shrine of all 8 million Japanese gods, and appears in Japanese Myth. It enshrines Okuninushi no Okami, the leader of Japanese gods and founder of the nation who offers the nation to Amaterasu Omikami, the ancestor of the imperial family. Therefore, it is considered as the most important shrine in the history of Japan. Today, it is very popular shrine for matchmaking. Many people worship Izumo Shrine for their own matchmaking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
How to worship Izumo Oyashiro:
2 bows, 4 claps, pray and bow.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Izumoshi Station.
1. use IchiHatakita Line to Kawato Station.
2. change line to Izumo Oyashiromae Station.
3. walk north (7 min.)
yes541http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/izumo_oyashiro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIzumo OyashiroThe grand shrine of Izumo, Izumo Oyashiro, (出雲大社) is one of the most important shrines in Japan. It is located in Izumo, Shimane Prefecture. Izumo Oyashiro enshrines Okuninushi no Okami, also known as Daikoku-sama. Okuninushi is the founder of the nation of Japan and the head of all gods in Japan. In Myth, he handed the nation over to the ancestor of the Imperial family. This famous transfer is called "Kuniyuzuri." Kuniyuzuri is considered as the most important event in Japanese Myth. Today, Izumo Oyashiro is very famous for matchmaking for both business and personal. Many people worship Izumo Oyashiro to pray their success, happiness, family wealth and health.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking.
Open: 6:00 to 20:00
Museum: 150 yen
How to worship:
2 bows, 4 claps, pray and bow.
Don't toss coin up to Shimenawa.
Don't walk center of any pass because it's the pass of Gods.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Izumoshi Station.
1. use IchiHatakita Line to Kawato Station.
2. change line to Izumo Oyashiromae Station.
3. walk north (7 min.)
yes343http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsue/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMatsueMatsue (松江) is a castle town with real castle and real Samurai House located in eastern Shimane Prefecture. Matsue Castle is one of 12 existent remanning castles built in 1611. It is the real Samurai Castle. There is also the residence of Samurai with real Samurai House. Matsue Offers the real buildings of Samurai that survived over 400 years.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It's very useful to have all combined ticket for the Castle and Samurai House.
<b>Access</b>
0. Izumoshi Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to Matsue.
2. use bus to Matsue Castle.
yes481http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsue_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMatsue CastleMatsue Castle(松江城) is one of 12 existed remaining castles located in Matsue, Shimane. It was constructed in 1611 by Horio Tadauji. Even it was built early Edo period, Tensyu takes the old style of Japanese Castles. Tensyu is 4 layers 5 stories plus basement building. The height of Tensyu including stone basement is about 30m tall. Because of its historical value, Matsue Castle is designated as national historic sie, and chosen as one of 100 best Japanese castles and 100 best Sakura spots. There are also stone walls and moat are preserved in original constructions. Yagura and walls are recently reconstructed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 550 yen for adult, 280 yen for kids. For foreigners, 280 yen for adult and 140 yen for kids.
Open: 8:30 to 18:30 (last entry 18:00) From Oct. to March 31, close at 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. Izumoshi Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to Matsue.
2. use bus to Matsue Castle.
yes346http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsue_samurai_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMatsue Samurai HouseMatsue Samurai House (松江武家屋敷) is a remaining original Samurai House located in Matsue, Shimane Pref. It was constructed in 1733. It preserves great condition of original building. The owner of this house was middle rank Samurai who took 600 koku. This Samurai house is one of few remaining Samurai House that preserved almost complete structure of original building. Therefore, it shows the serious life and restricted rule of Samurai life. It displays all kinds of life materials of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, and 150 yen for under junior and foreigners.
Open:
Apr. to Sep: 8:30 to 18:30 (Last entry 18:10)
Oct. to Mar: 8:30 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:40)
<b>Access</b>
0. Izumoshi Station.
1. use JR Sanin Line to Matsue.
2. use bus to Matsue Castle.
3. walk north.
yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryuzu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRyuzu FallsRyuzu Falls (龍頭ヶ滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Shimane. There are two waterfalls: Odaki and Medaki. Odaki is 40m tall and you can see falls from the behind.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
10 min. from parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive 40km to the south from Izumo.
yes153http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yashio_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SN007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYashio FallsYashio Falls (八汐滝・八塩滝) is one of Yae Falls located Unnan, Shimane Prefecture. Yae and Ryuzu Falls around this area are chosen as one of 100 best waterfalls. There are two waterfalls and 40m tall in total.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive 40km to the south from Izumo.
yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukagawa_edo_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL313.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL313.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFukagawa Edo MuseumFukagawa Edo Museum (深川江戸資料館) is a museum that restores the building of Edo period. It is located in Fukagawa, Tokyo. The exhibitions of Fukagawa Edo Museum are interactive so that you can enjoy traveling to Edo period. Not only they restore the buildings, but also it restores real life of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Admission: 400 yen for Adult, 50 yen for under junior. There is a group discount.
Open: 9:30 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Closed: 2nd and 4th Monday.
Caution: Kids are not allowed to step up to the room. You can play all props., but please be very careful.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ryogoku Station.
1. use Toei Oedo Line to Morishita.
2. walk east (5 min.)
yes382http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akihabara_vending_machine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL314.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL314.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAkihabara Vending MachineAkihabara Vending Machine (秋葉原自動販売機) is very famous for its uniqueness. There are many unique, strange or weird stuff they sales at vending machines. Especially, Oden Can is the most popular food you can buy at the vending machines of Akihabara. It has also Ramen can as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking but restroom in somewhere.
The last spots is located south side of Kanda River.
<b>Access</b>
It's all around west side of Akihabara Station.
yes446http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/meij_univ_criminal_musiam/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL315.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL315.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMeij Unv. Criminal MuseumMeij University Museum Criminal Materials (明治大学博物館・刑事部門) is a historical museum of traditional craft works and Japanese archeology that displays all kinds of police and justice related materials of Edo period, pre-modern era. It is one of zone of Meiji University Museum located in Tokyo. The exhibitions of this criminal zone are the tools of arresting criminals, investigations, punishments and executions. The purpose of these exhibitions is for studying Japanese history and classic culture, and understanding the right idea of human's right. the Guillotine and Iran maiden are only displayed here in Japan.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
Open: 10:00 to 17:00
There are a week close in August and end of the year.
Admission: Free.
Criminal Material Zone is located underground leve B2.
<b>Access</b>
0. Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ochanomizu.
2. walk South (5 min.)
yes499http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nageiredo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNageiredoNageiredo (投入堂) is a inner sanctuary of Mitokusan Sanbutsuji temple. It is the most popular spot in Tottori pref. The building of Nageiredo is constructed under the cave of hard cliff. It was constructed in about 1,000 years ago. Because its unique structure and historic value, Nageiredo is registered as the national treasure of Japan. The temple's record said, Sanbutsuji was established in 706. Because of its rich history, there are many historical assets. Nageiredo is located on the Mt. Mikoku, and it pass leading to Nageiredo is Shugendo. Therefore, it requires hard climbing cliffs and dangerous mountain road. This Shugendo let Shugenja experience the reincarnation.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 600 yen for adult, 300 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Open: 8:00 to 15:00
You can buy Waraji for climbing shoes.
Caution: Because the pass to Nageiredo requires hard climbing. You must wear trekking shoes, and light clothing. It will be closed in rain and snow.
Cannot enter alone. If you are alone traveler, you must wait until other visitors, and must climb with them.
No fire, no food, no garbage, no pet. Be quiet.
This is Shugendo, so clothing must be simple and skirt, ski pole are not allowed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kurayoshi Station.
1. use Local Bus to Mitokusanteramae (40 min.)
yes449http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tendaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTendaki FallsTendaki Falls (天滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Hyogo prefecture. It is about 98m tall waterfalls. Tendaki is the main feature of Tendaki Valley. This valley has also many other beautiful waterfalls. Ten means the heaven. It was named because of its great height. Tendaki is also one of Tajima Three Major Falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Takes 1 hour from parking. The road needs at least light trekking shoes.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Sanin Line Yoka Station.
1. use Zentan Bus to Ooya. (50 min.)
2. change line to Tendakiguchi (10 min.)
yes153http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/saruo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSaruo FallsSaruo Falls (猿尾滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Hyogo prefecture. It is two-step waterfalls 60m in total. The upper falls is 39m tall, and lower falls is 21m. Saruo literary means the tail of monkey. It was named because the shape of the falls looks like the tail of monkey.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
5 min. from parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Sanin Line Yoka Station.
1. use Zentan Bus to Hikage. (45 min.)
2. walk (20 min.)
yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amedaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAmedaki FallsAmedaki Falls (雨滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Tottori. It is 40m tall straight waterfalls. It was used to be practice place for Shugendo. Legend said, this water has a power to heal skin. Around the falls, there are 48 other waterfalls. It is also surrounded by beautiful green nature that offers great Koyo in Autumn and peaceful green in early summer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Sanin Tottori Station.
1. use Hinomaru Bus to last stop (1 hr.)
2. walk 40 (min.)
Car, 5 min. from Parking
yes153http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daisen_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDaisen FallsDaisen Falls (大山滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Tottori. It is located east side of Mt. Daisen. It was used to be 3-step waterfalls, but today it only remains one fall. It is 28m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The road to the fall is very nice. However, it is hard road and requires cliff climbing with ropes.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
yes252http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hara_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHara-Fudo FallsHara-Fudo Falls (原不動滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Hyogo. It is 3-step waterfalls and 88m high in total. The waterfalls is surrounded by beautiful nature that has beautiful Koyo in Autumn. There are many beautiful waterfalls around this falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids.
Open: 8:00 to 17:00
About 10 min. from the parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use route 29
yes156http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nihonji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL059.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL059.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNihonji TempleNihonji Temple is one of the oldest temple in Kanto located in Chiba Boso Peninsula. It was established in 725 by Priest Gyoki. Nihonji is also known as Mt. Nokogiri that is one of the most popular spot in Kanto. Nihonji is also very famous for its Ajisai, Hydrangea. About 20,000 Ajisai trees are planted in this temple. From the middle of June to early July, they bloom beautiful flowers. There are many buddhist statue including Daibutsu and Rakan. Daibutsu is 31m tall. From the top of Mt. Nokogiri it has a great view of Boso Peninsula and Tokyo Bay.
<b>Visitors Info.</b>
There is parking.
Admission fee: 600 yen for adult, and 400 yen kids.
There is free parking at the bottom of temple.
You can use the ropeway to visit the top of the mountain, but the great Buddha is located in the lower part of the mountain. Using the ropeway, exit on Hanakanaya Station.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Kisarazu Station
2. use JR Uchibo Line to Hota (38 min.)
3. walk north (30 min.)
4. use also the ferry from Kurihama, Yokosuka is convenient.
yes459http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/another_asakusa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL316.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL316.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAnother AsakusaAnother Asakusa (裏浅草). Asakusa has not only Sensoji temple and Nakamise, there are many interesting spots around Sensoji. Do you know: the world famous golden object on the side of Sumida River is Asahi Art Square? there is a retro Shopping district underground? there are many shopping streets? there is Sake Soft Cream? Asakusa has many interesting shops especially great spots to by Kimono clothing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Sake Ice Cream is located on the east side of Nakamise Street.
Nishisando is located west side of Sensoji Temple.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakuska Station.
1. walk around.
yes598http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/somen_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSomen FallsSomen Falls (そうめん滝) is located in Shiso, Hyogo prefecture. It is small but beautiful waterfalls. When the amount of water is large, it will become very strong waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Located in Route 29.
yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakuryu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHakuryu FallsHakuryu Falls (白龍の滝) is located in Shiso, Hyogo Pref. It means waterfalls of white dragon. The real name of the falls is Fudo Falls, but because it looks like white dragon rising to the sky, it was named so. It is 12m tall and 98m long waterfalls. In winter, this waterfalls sometimes frozen up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use route 29 to route 429. Park at Forest Station Haga.
yes164http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amedaki_nunobiki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAmedaki Nunobiki Falls Amedaki Nunobiki Falls (布引の滝) is one of waterfalls of Amedaki valley located in eastern Tottori prefecture. It is about 30m tall waterfalls. The water of the falls is underground water. So, the amount of the water would not change by the weather.
<b>Touris Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Sanin Tottori Station.
1. use Hinomaru Bus to last stop (1 hr.)
2. walk 40 (min.)
Car, 5 min. from Parking
yes83http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ayugaeri_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TO004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAyugaeri FallsAyugaeri Falls (鮎返り滝) is located in Mt. Daisen. It is small waterfalls. In the same valley, there is Daisen Falls that is chosen as 100 best Japanese waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The road to the fall is very nice. However, it is hard road and requires cliff climbing with ropes.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
yes96http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gujo_odori_aoyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL317.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL317.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGujo Odori in AoyamaGujo Odori in Aoyama (郡上おどりin青山) is one of the exciting Bon Odori Matsuri in Tokyo. It is held in the end of Aoyama, Tokyo. Gujo Odori is very famous Bon Odori of Gifu prefecture. There are 10 kinds of Bon Odori in Gujo, and you can enjoy dancing them at this Matsuri. Thousands of people join and enjoy Gujo Odori Dance in Aoyama. Also, it has shops that sales the local foods and products from Gujo.
Tourist Info.
It is held in the end of June (most likely the last weekend of June.)
Two days.
Food festival starts around 13:00.
Dance lecture starts at 15:30.
Dancing starts at 16:00
Finish at 19:00 to 19:30.
Access
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Ginza Line to Gaienmae Station.
2. walk north (5 min.)
yes443http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_sakura_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL060.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL060.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAjisai at Sakura Castle Sakura Castle (佐倉城趾のアジサイ) is a ruins of Japanese castle located in Sakura, Chiba. It is one of Hydrangea spots in Chiba. Around a pond, there are beautiful Hydrangea.
Tourist Info.
There is parking and restroom.
Access
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Sakura (14 min.)
2. walk (30 min.) yes202http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iris_pond_sakura_caslte/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL061.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL061.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Iris Pond in Sakura Caslte The Iris Pond in Sakura Caslte (佐倉城趾菖蒲田) is one of the popular Iris spots in Chiba. There are 46 kinds 9,000 Iris flowers bloom in the beginning of June to the end of June.
Tourist Info.
There is parking and restroom.
Access
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Sakura (14 min.)
2. walk (30 min.) yes222http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iriya_asagao_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL319.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL319.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIriya Asagao MatsuriIriya Asagao Matsuri (入谷朝顔まつり) is one of Summer festival held in Ueno, Tokyo. Asagao is Japanese Morning Glory. There are about 120 shops and other 100 food stands in this Matsuri. Asagao has uncountable kinds of flowers, so you can find any Asagao you like. Every year, about 400 thousands visitors enjoy this Matsuri.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
Period: July 6 7 & 8.
Time: 6:00 to 23:00
Location: the street in front of Iriya Kisibojin Temple.
Road will be closed for pedestrians free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Hibiya Station to Iriya.
2. walk (1 min.)
yes326http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iriya_asagao_ondo_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL318.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL318.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIriya Asagao Ondo MatsuriIriya Asagao Ondo Matsuri (入谷朝顔音頭まつり) is a Bon Odori Dance Festival held during Iriya Asagao Market. It happens in July 6 7 & 8. There is Yagura, and people play drums for the dancing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
Free drink served for dancers.
Dance starts at 19:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Hibiya Station to Iriya.
2. walk (1 min.)
yes252http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanagisawa_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL058.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL058.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSanagisawa Fudo FallsSanagisawa Fudo Falls (蛹沢不動滝) is waterfalls located in Chichibu. It is about 18m tall waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Located on route 140 located under loop bridge.
yes115http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyokezawa_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL057.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL057.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOyokezawa Fudo FallsOyokezawa Fudo Falls (大除沢不動滝) is one of the great waterfalls located in Chichibu, Saitama. It is 3-step waterfalls 50m tall in total. In the winter, this falls might frozen up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Located on route 140 located under loop bridge.
yes340http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuroyama_three_waterfals/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL059.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL059.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKuroyama Three WaterfalsKuroyama Three Waterfals (黒山三滝) is one of the popular waterfalls located in Ogose, Saitama. There are three waterfalls, Tengu Falls, Odaki Falls and Medaki Falls. Kuroyama (Mt. Kuro) was used to be Shugendo place. The temple was established in 1398 and these three waterfalls are considered as Nachi Falls and Shingu in Kumano.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ogose Station.
1. use Local bust to Kuroyama.
yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/totoro_mt_hachikoku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL322.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL322.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTotoros forest - Mt. HachikokuMt. Hachikoku (八国山) is one of Sayama Hills located in Tokyo. It is a mountain with huge forest. This forest of Mt. Hachikoku is one of motifs of the movie "My Neighbor, Totoro." There are many place that appears in the movie in this mountain. It has about 2km long trail to enjoy a beautiful forest with many birds and insects. Hakkoku means 8 nations because it could see all 8 nations from this mountain.
Tourist Info.
There is no parking, but there is restroom.
No fire in this forest.
Access
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use Seibu Shinjuku Line to Higashimurayaam.
2. change line to Seibu Seibuen Line to Seibuen (5 min.)
yes436http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukishima_kusaichi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL320.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL320.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsukishima KusaichiTsukishima Kusaichi (月島草市) is a typical summer Matsuri held in Tsukishima Island, Tokyo. It happens in 2nd weekend of July that is considered as Obon in Tokyo. There are about 150 shops opens in the main street of Tsukishima. All those shops are run by local stores of Tsukishima and students in this area. There are varous kinds of foods you can enjoy and many Matsuri games for an entertainment.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Time: 2nd Sat. and Sun. of July at Nishinaka Street.
<b>Access</b>
at Roppongi Station.
1. use Toei Oedo Line to Tsukishima.
Walk (2 min.)
yes290http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukudajima_nenbutsu_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL321.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL321.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsukudajima Nenbutsu OdoriTsukudajima Nenbutsu Odori (佃島念仏踊り) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri in Tokyo. It happens at Tsukudajima Island Tokyo Bay. The dance of Tsukudajima Nenbutsu Odori is the only one that survivied through the Edo period. Therefore, the dance and song has not changed for over 300 years. This is the oldest Bon Odori Dance in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Time: July 13, 14 and 15.
From: 19:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Roppongi Station.
1. use Toei Oedo Line to Tsukishima.
Walk (2 min.)
yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/subashiri_sengen_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI084.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI084.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSubashiri Sengen ShrineSubashiri Sengen Shrine (須走浅間神社) is the east side entrance of Mt. Fuji. The official name is Fujisan Higashiguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine (東口本宮冨士浅間神社). It was established in 807. In 802, Mt. Fuji erupted. The governor of Subashiri built an altar and prayed for the end of eruption. Then, in the same year, Mt. Fuji stopped its volcanic activity. People built a shrine at the altar. In Edo period, Subashiri became one of the popular climbing route of Mt. Fuji. Sengen Shrine became the post town and developed with the faith of Mt. Fuji. Today, it is registered as one of UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is free historical museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gotenba Station.
1. use Local bust to lake Kawaguchi, and get off at Subashiri Sengen Jinjamae.
yes356http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suyama_sengen_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI085.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI085.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSuyama Sengen ShrineSuyama Sengen Shrine (須山浅間神社) is one of Sengen Shrine located southern Mt. Fuji. It is registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was established in 110 by the order of Yamato Takeru no Mikoto. There was a southern climbing route of Mt. Fuji and this was the entrance before the eruption. Therefore, it is highly respected for the faith of Mt. Fuji. Many Samurai and Daimyo, such as Takeda Shingen are also highly respected this shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and Restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Locate on route 469 around Susono city Suyama.
yes169http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/totoro_forest_mt_rokudo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL326.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL326.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTotoros forest - Mt. RokudoTotoro's forest Mt. Rokudo(トトロの森・六道山) is a beautiful mountain with forest located in Tokyo. The forest has the excellent natures, trees, animals, birds and insects. There are many hiking course to enjoy this beautiful nature. This forest is one of the motif of the movide "My Neighbor Totoro." This is a great spot for hiking, birdwatching and all kinds of seasonable flowers. Also, green leaves in early Summer, and Koyo for late Autumn are breathtaking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom everywhere.
Some of parking closed at early evening, so make sure the time of gate closing.
No Fire. No Smoking. No trash can, take all your trash with you.
<b>Access</b>
0. Use bus from Tachikawa Station, Hakonegasaki Station, Higashiyamatoshi Station.
1. Exit at Yokota, Choenji, Mine, Mitsuki, Kishi, Tonogaya, Ishibata chusyajo.
yes458http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/house_of_kurosuke/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL060.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL060.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe House of KurosukeThe House of Kurosuke (クロスケの家) is an over 100 years old traditional house located Sayama, Saitama. It is the office of National Trust Totoro Fund. Around this area is the place of the movie "My Neighbor Totoro." Kurosuke is the Japanese name of "Black Soots" in the movie. This house represents the life of old time Tokyo and preserve the scenery of early Showa era. There is also Kura, the storage and Tea Factory. There are many experiencing making tea and wooden crafts at this facilities. There are many original Totoro Goods that you can buy only here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Open: Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Time: 10:00 to 15:00
Admission is free but please donate some money for keeping and fixing this historical building.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Seibu Line Kotesashi Station.
1. use bus to Dainichido.
2. walk (5 min.)
Closest parking is Lake Sayama Daiichi Parking.
yes244http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yutenji_mitama_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL324.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL324.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYutenji Mitama MatsuriYutenji Mitama Matsuri (祐天寺み魂まつり) is a Bon Odori Masuri held in the middle of July. There is two periods of Bon Odori: For Kids Bon Odori Dance and for Adult Bon Odori Dance. There are also many Matsuri Shops. There are many exciting Local Bon Odori here. So, it is very fun to join.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
July 16, 17 and 18.
Kids: around 17:00 to 19:00
Adult: 19:00 to 20:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Yutenji Station.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes362http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sugamo_station_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL323.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL323.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSugamo Station Bon OdoriSugamo Station Bon Odori (巣鴨駅前盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri happens in the middle of July at Sugamo Station. There is a huge Yagura Dance Stage and many Matsuri shops for foods open for this Matsuri. It is one of the best Matsuri in Sugamo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
There are Food Stands.
Middle of July from 19:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Sugamo Station.
2. walk south.
yes239http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kishibojin_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL325.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL325.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKishibojin Bon OdoriKishibojin Bon Odori (鬼子母神盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri happens at Kishibojin temple in Tokyo. It is very easy Bon Odori that every one can join. There are also many Matsuri shops for foods and entertainments for kids. They play very typical songs such as Tankobushi or Tokyo Ondo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Time: 19:00 to 21:00
At the middle of July.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ikebukuro Station.
1. use Fukutoshin Line to Zoshigaya.
2. walk (2 min.)
yes335http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanjo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSanjo FallsSanjo Falls (三条の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Oze, Fukushima. It is 30m wide and 100m tall dynamic waterfalls with a large amount of water. Sanjo Falls is one of the most popular spot in Oze. Sanjo means 3 lines because when there is not much water, the falls has 3 separate falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restoom.
<b>Access</b>
It is located in Oze. Nearest parking is Miike entrance. There is a bus from Aizukogenozeguchi Station.
yes253http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiraname_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHiraname FallsHiraname Falls (平滑ノ滝) is one of waterfalls located in Oze, Fukushima. It is a giant water side. Hiraname falls is farmed on a huge granite rock, and the entire length does 400m.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restoom.
<b>Access</b>
It is located in Oze. Nearest parking is Miike entrance. There is a bus from Aizukogenozeguchi Station.
yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miharu_ozegahara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMiharu of OzegaharaMiharu of Ozegahara (尾瀬ケ原) is the most famous spot of Oze, Fukushima. Oze is one of the most popular hiking spot in Kanto Region. Oze is located at the boarder of Fukushima and Gunma Prefecture. Ozegahara is a marshland and forest located high up in the mountain. The altitude Ozegahara is 1,400m from the sea level. Because of its rich nature, it is designated as national park and natural monument. There are many beautiful mountain flowers, wild animals and birds. The water is so pure and it offers great hiking with nature. The view of Oze is also registered as 100 views of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There are two wooden passes for trekking. Walk on the right pass.
Miharu site has a mountain house where you can buy some food, drink.
Take all garbage with you. There are bears, so be careful.
100 yen for restroom.
There is camping place at Miharu.
<b>Access</b>
It is located in Oze. Nearest parking is Miike entrance. There is a bus from Aizukogenozeguchi Station.
yes282http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mokake_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMokake FallsMokake Falls (モーカケの滝) is one of waterfalls located near Oze, Fukushima. It is about 40m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Located on route 352 just before Oze Miike parking.
yes87http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kagurazaka_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL327.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL327.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKagurazaka MatsuriKagurazaka Matsuri (神楽坂まつり) is one of summer festival held in Kagurazaka, Tokyo. There are many events such as winter cherry market and Awaodori Parade. It happens around the end of July. Matsuri goes for 4 days. During Hozuki ichi, the winter cherry markets, there are many Matsuri shops opens as well. It has also Yukata contest. At the last days, Awaodori parade is held at Kagurazaka. There are about 20 dance team perform Awaodori. It is one of the great Japanese summer Matsuri in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Period: 4 days around the last weekend of July.
Awaodori happens at 7 p.m.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Sobu Line to Iidabashi.
2. walk west.
yes316http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ebisu_station_bon_odori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL328.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL328.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEbisu Station Bon OdoriEbisu Station Bon Odori (恵比寿駅前盆踊り) is one of Bon Odori Matsuri held in the end of July at Tokyo. At the westside of Ebisu Station, a huge Yagura Stage will be built and about 60,000 people enjoy dancing Bon Odori. It has many exciting Ebisu Bon Odori, and all of them are so exciting.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
There is Yagura. There is free drink after the dance.
Weekend of the end of July. For two days.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Ebisu.
yes429http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashiwa_local_delicacy/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL062.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL062.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKashiwa local delicacyKashiwa's local delicacy (柏ご当地グルメ)! Kashiwa is located in northern Chiba prefecture. It is one of the major city in Chiba. MLJ introduce three Kashiwa's local delicacies: Kazanyaki. Millefille Katsu Burger. White Gyoza. When you are in Kashiwa, check them out. They are so tasty.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Most of the shops are located east side of Kashiwa Station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kashiwa.
2. Walk east (5 min.)
yes278http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashiwa_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL063.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL063.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKashiwa MatsuriKashiwa Matsuri (柏まつり) is a summer Matsuri that happens at the end of July (mostly 4th weekend). It is two days matsuri with many events and parades. About 700,000 people join this Matsuri. It is one of the best Matsuri in Chiba. There is Kashiwa Odori parade, Mikoshi parade, Samba parade, Nebuta parade, Bon Odori and all other kinds of Matsuri entertainment.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. Use restroom at the station.
Sat. and Sun. of the end of July.
Time: 13:00 to 20:00
Location: around the Kashiwa Station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nippori Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kashiwa station.
yes573http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nebuta_sea_traveling/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNebuta Matsuri Sea TravelingNebuta Matsuri Sea Traveling(ねぶた祭り海上運行) is one of the most famous festival of Aomori prefecture. It happens in from August 2 to 7. Nebuta Matsuri is a parade with many huge paper dolls. Those paper dolls are lighten up beautifully from the inside at night. The decoration of the dolls take mostly heroes of Japanese myth or Chinese legends. Each doll is 9m wide, 5m tall and 8m deep. At the last date of Nebuta Matsuri, August 7, 5 best Nebuta that won the competition will be displayed on a boat and travel Aomori Bay. At the same time, there is fireworks behind the boat. It is one of the best night Matsuri in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The Nebuta's sea traveling happenes at the night of August 7. 5 to 7 Nebuta travel in Mutsu Bay in front of Aoiumi Park.
They start at 19 p.m. At the same time, there is fireworks.
<b>Access</b>
0. Aomori Station.
1. walk east to Mutsu
yes387http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ito_umeda_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIto House and Umeda HouseIto House and Umeda House(伊東家住宅と梅田家住宅) is one of Samurai House located in Hirosaki. It is located northside of Hirosaki Castle. This residence was used to be Samurai residence of Hirosaki Domain. There are many remaining Samurai House in this area and Ito and Umeda House are ones of them. It shows the life of Samurai in Tohoku region.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is parking.
Admission: Free.
Open: 10:00 to 16:00
Apr. to Jun. open everyday.
Jul. to Oct. Closed on Tuesday and Friday.
Closed on August 13.
Nov. to Mar. Open weekend. Umeda House will be closed.
Open during Neputa Matsuri, Kiku and Koyo Matsuri, Yukidourou Matsuri.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hirosaki Station.
1. walk north (40 min.)
1. use Bus to Kamenokoumonmae.
2. walk (5min.)
yes263http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hirosaki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHirosaki CastleHirosaki Castle (弘前城) is one of 12 existed original castle that remains since Sengoku period. It is located in Hirosaki, Aomori. Hirosaki castle was constructed in 1611 by Tsugaru Tamenobu and his son Nobuhira. The gates and keeps, including Tenshukaku are the original construction built in early Edo period. It is one of the most popular Sakura Castle in Japan. In early May, about 2,600 Sakura bloom beautiful flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Apr. 1 to Nov.23: Admission fee is 300 yen for adult and 100 yen for kids. (there is group discount)
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
April 23 to May 5: Open until 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hirosaki Station.
1. walk west 30 min or use bus.
yes451http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakamachi_samurai_houses/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNakamachi Samurai HousesNakamachi(仲町)is the area with many Samurai Houses located in Hirosaki. It is located in north side of Hirosaki Castle. There are 4 Samurai houses remains. Also, many modern houses also has Samurai style wooden walls, hedge and gate. This area is registered as the perceived scenery of traditional buildings.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Most of Samurai House open from 10:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hirosaki Station.
1. walk north (40 min.)
1. use Bus to Kamenokoumonmae.
2. walk (5min.)
yes322http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hyakuyojo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHyakuyojo FallsHyakuyojo Falls (百四丈の滝) is one of the best waterfalls located in Mt. Hakusan, Ishikawa Pref. It is 90m tall and 10m wide. It is a huge straight falls that you can also see the behind of the falls. Even Mt. Hakusan has heavy snow in winter, this waterfalls will never frozen up. This waterfalls is the hardest waterfalls to see, especially its basin. It's is the hidden waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The observatory is located on the Kagazanjodo climbing route of Mt. Hakusan.
It is availabe for only summer.
Warning: You cannot visit its vasin. It's requires the professional skills to visit.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station.
1. use Hakusan Bus to Betodeai.
2. climb to Murodo. Stay.
3. walk Kagazenjodo 4 hours.
yes289http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hirosaki_iwata_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHirosaki Iwata HouseIwata House(岩田家) is one of Samurai house located in Hirosaki. one of Samurai House located in Hirosaki.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Admission: Free.
Open: 10:00 to 16:00
Apr. to Jun. open everyday.
Jul. to Oct. Closed on Monday and Thursday.
Closed on August 13.
Nov. to Mar. Open weekend. Umeda House will be closed.
Open during Neputa Matsuri, Kiku and Koyo Matsuri, Yukidourou Matsuri.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hirosaki Station.
1. walk north (40 min.)
1. use Bus to Kamenokoumonmae.
2. walk (5min.)
yes96http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hirosaki_sasamori_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHirosaki Sasamori HouseSasamori House (笹森家) is one of Samurai House located in Hirosaki. It was constructed in the middle of Edo period. It is one of Samurai House located in Hirosaki.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Admission: Free.
Open:Everyday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hirosaki Station.
1. walk north (40 min.)
1. use Bus to Kamenokoumonmae.
2. walk (5min.)
yes96http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aomori_fireworks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAomori FireworksAomori Fireworks (青森花火大会) is one of the main event of Nebuta Masuri. Nebuta Matsuri is held from August 2 to 7 and this fireworks happens at last night. You can also enjoy Nebuta Bay Traveling at the same time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There are many Matsuri shops for food and drinks.
Located at Aomori Port. At Aoiumi Park is the best spot to see.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aomori Station.
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes317http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aomori_nebuta_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AO003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAomori Nebuta MatsuriAomori Nebuta Matsuri(昼の青森ねぶた運行) is one of the most famous festival of Aomori prefecture. It happens in from August 2 to 7 and daytime parade is on 7 afternoon. Nebuta Matsuri is a parade with many huge paper dolls. Those paper dolls are lighten up beautifully from the inside at night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Time: 13:00 to 15:00
Parade around Yanagimachi Street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aomori Station.
1. walk east (10 min.)
yes334http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gozengamine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGozengamineGozengamine (御前峰) is the summit of Mt. Hakusan that is one of 3 major sacred moutons. Mt. Hakusan is huge mountains located in Ishikawa, Gifu, Fukui and Toyama prefecture. The altitude of Gozengamine is 2702m from the sea level. Mt. Hakusa has been highly respected as the greatest sacred mountain since ancient time. In the middle age of Japan, it was important Shugendo mountain. Today, Mt. Hakusan is one of the most popular mountain in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is only 40min. from Hakusan Murodo Visitor's center.
Climbing available from Summer to early Falls.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Betto Deai.
1. climb route Saboshindo to Murodo.
2. climb to the summit.
yes295http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakusan_ponds_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe ponds tour in Mt. HakusanThe ponds tour of the summit of Mt. Hakusan (白山お池巡り) is popular hiking course. There are many volcanic lakes on the top of Mt. Hakusan. From the summit of Mt. Hakusan, you can enjoy nice trekking to visit all ponds.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is only 40min. from top of Gozengamine to back to Hakusan Murodo Visitor's center.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Betto Deai.
1. climb up route Saboshindo to Murodo.
2. climb up to the summit.
3. climb down to the ponds.
yes288http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakunodate_samurai_residence/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKakunodate Samurai ResidenceKakunodate Samurai Residence (角館町武家屋敷通り) is a street with many Samurai Houses. It is located in Kakunodate, Akita Prefecture. There are 6 original Samurai Houses and the scenery is well preserved as Edo period. Kakunodate is one of the most popular tourist spot in Akita pref. There are many beautiful trees including Sakura. They are planted when this castle town was built. Therefore, the view itself already has a history of over 400 years. Because of its beautiful scenery, Kakunodate is called Little Kyoto of Deep Mutsu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Most of Samurai Houses closed around 16:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kakunodate Station.
1. walk north west (10 min.)
yes327http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakunodate_nishinomiya_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKakunodate Nishinomiya HouseKakunodate Nishinomiya House (あきた角館西宮家) is one of Samurai House located in Kakunodate, Akita prefecture. Nishinomiya Family was one of high class Samurai of Akita Satake clan. There are traditional houses and 5 Kura, storages, with beautiful garden. Each Kura are converted to shops, restaurant and tea house. You can enjoy great shopping, meal or tea with nice atmosphere of Samurai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Open: 10:00 to 18:00 (Nov. to Mar. closed at 17:00)
Admission: free.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kakunodate Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes248http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakunodate_odano_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKakunodate Odano HouseOdano House (小野田家) is one of Samurai House located in Kakunodate, Akita. Odano Family was the middle class Samurai of Satake clan. Odano family was very strong Budo-ka, Japanese martial artist. There was used to be a dojo in this house. The house was reconstructed in early 20th century as the same Samurai House. It has a beautiful Samurai Garden with old trees that planted when the house was built. Those remaining trees tells the story of Sengoku era and history of Samurai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking or restroom around the street.
Admission: Free.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30.
Close: From Dec. to mid Apr.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kakunodate Station.
1. walk west (15 min.)
yes134http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakunodate_kawaharada_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKakunodate Kawaharada HouseKawaharada House (河原田家) is one of Samurai House located in Kakunodate, Akita precture. Kawaharada Family was 150 koku Samurai of Satake-Kita clan. Current building was constructed in the end of 19th century. However, it's structure is the same as it used to be during Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking or restroom around the street.
Admission: Free.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30.
Close: From Dec. to mid Apr.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kakunodate Station.
1. walk west (15 min.)
yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakunodate_iwahashi_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKaknodate Iwahashi HouseIwahashi house (岩橋家) is one of Samurai House located in Kakunodate, Akita. Iwahashi family was 86koku Samurai of Satake-Kita clan of Kakunodate. This house was constructed in late Edo period. It has a view of Samurai sprits.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking or restroom around the street.
Admission: Free.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30.
Close: From Dec. to mid Apr.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kakunodate Station.
1. walk west (15 min.)
yes140http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakunodate_matsumoto_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKakunodate Matsumoto HouseKakunodate Matsumoto House (角館松本家) is one of Samurai House of Kakunodate, Akita prefecture. Matsumoto family was Samurai of Imamiya family who was high class Samurai of Satake-Kita clan. This house was constructed in 1880.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking or restroom around the street.
Admission: Free.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30.
Close: From Dec. to mid Apr.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kakunodate Station.
1. walk west (15 min.)
yes82http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakunodate_aoyagi_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKakunodate Aoyagi HouseKakunodate Aoyagi House (角館青柳家) is one of Samurai House located in Kakunodate, Akita prefecture. Aoyagi family was 104 koku Samurai of Satake-Kita clan. Aoyagi House is the most gorgeous Samurai House in Kakunodate. The main house was reconstructed in 1860. It has a huge garden with many seasonable flowers. Many buildings of Aoyagi family are restored for museum and restaurant.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 300 for under high school, 200 yen for kids.
There is group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (Nov. to Mar. close at 16:00)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kakunodate Station.
1. walk to north west (15min.)
yes290http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kakunodate_ishiguro_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKakunodate Ishiguro HouseKakunodate Ishiguro House (角館石黒家) is one of Samurai House located in Kakunodate, Akita prefecture. It is the oldest house in Kakunodate. The garden, house, gate, walls and Kura are preserved in great conditions. Ishiguro House is the only Samurai House that visitors can step inside of the house. The main house was constructed between 18th to 19th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 150 yen for kids. There is group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kakunodate Station.
1. walk north-west (15 min.)
yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamagata_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYamagata CastleYamagata Castle (山形城) is a flatland castle located in Yamagata. It was constructed in 1356 by Shiba Kaneyori. Current Structure was designed by Mogami Yoshiaki in late 16th century. Yoshiaki is one of Sengoku Daimyo of Yamagata. The main eastern gate was reconstructed. Outer moat, dry moats and baileys preserved in a great condition. It is chosen one of 100 best Japanese castle and registered as the national historical site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station.
1. walk north (5 min.)
yes332http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/statues_namahage/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Statues of NamahageThe Statues of Namahage (なまはげ像) is located at the entrance of Oga Peninsula, Akita. They are main feature of Oga Visitor's Center. The height of the statues is 15m tall. Namahage is famous Ogre of Akita prefecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akita Station.
1. use Oga Namahage Line to Tenno Station.
2. walk south.
yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gojome_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGojome CastleGojome Castle (五城目城) is a mountain castle located in Gojome, Akita prefecture. It was located on Mt. Moriyama. This castle was constructed between Azuchimomoyama period to early Edo period by Fujiwara Hidemori. Today, It is reconstructed castle and the inside of the castle is wooden craft museum. It has a great view from the observatory.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: Fee.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (Nov. until 16:00)
Closed:Dec. 1 to Mar. 31.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akita Station.
1. use JR Ouu Line to Hachirogata Station.
2. use local bus to Gojyomejo.
yes88http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akagami_shrine_goshado/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGoshado of Akagami ShrineGoshado of Akagami Shrine (赤神神社五社堂) is located in Oga Peninsula, Akita prefecture. There are 5 shrines and the center shrine enshrines Akagami. It was established in the period of Japanese Myth. Therefore, it is one of the oldest shrine in Akita. These shrines were constructed in 1710.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There are 999 steps from the parking to the shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akita Station.
1. use JR Oga Namahage Line to Oga Station.
2. use Local bus to Monzen chushajo.
3. climb up the steps.
yes127http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/monzen_namahage_statue/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AK012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMonzen Namahage StatueMonzen's Namahage Statue (門前なまはげ像) is one of 3 Giant Namahage in Oga peninsula. It is about 10m tall. It is located in parking of Monzen Hotel town. Namahage is famous Ogre of Akita prefecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akita Station.
1. use JR Oga Namahage Line to Oga Station.
2. use Local bus to Monzen chushajo.
yes78http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_tonosu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL061.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL061.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt.TonosuMt.Tonosu (多峰主山) is a popular hiking spot located in Hanno, Saitama prefecture. It is a small mountain that is 271m high. However, it has a great view of all Kanto regions and mountains including Mt. Fuji. There are many hiking trails and very easy for kids and seniors. Because it is located about 1 hour from Tokyo, it is very popular hiking spot.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at parking.
You can get a map at the parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hanno Station.
1. use local bus to Yunosawa.
yes351http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kudanshita/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL329.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL329.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKudanshitaKudanshita (九段下) is located in the center of Tokyo Metro. It is located on the northside of Edo castle. Kudanshita is a great spot to tour around Edo castle and Yasukuni shrine that is one of the best shrine in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. walk east to Otemachi Station.
2. use Tozai Line to Kudanshita.
yes369http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/futarasan_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN035.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN035.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFutarasan ShrineFutarasan Shrine (二荒山神社) is the sacred and oldest shrine of Nikko, Tochigi prefecture. It enshrines Mt. Nantai. In 767, Priest Shudo climbed up Mt. Nantai and built a shrine on the top of the mountain. This is the origin of Futarasan Shrine. Since then, Mt. Nantai became the sacred mountain and zone of Shugendo place. The area of Futarasan Shrine consists all mountains of Nikko including Kegon Falls. This is 2nd largest Shrine, next to the grand shrine of Ise, in Japan. Today, people still worship here for spiritual experience and its respect. All of the building are registered as the important cultural and historical assets. Because of its historical value, it is designated as the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The sacred garden: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00 (Nov. to Mar. 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. use World Heritage Bus to Nishisando.
yes367http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/taiyuin_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN036.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN036.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTaiyuin TempleTaiyuin Temple(大猷院) is the grave and mausoleum of the 3rd Tokugawa Shogun Iemitsu. It is located in Nikko, Tochigi prefecture. It belong to Rinnoji temple. Taiyuin is one of the main feature of Nikko and designated as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The buildings of Taiyuin are absolutely gorgeous with the best of the best arts. Taiyuin was constructed by Iemitsu's son, Ietsuna in 1653. They took the best architectures and design at Edo period. However, Iemitsu ordered to make all less scale or colorful than Toshogu, the grave of his grand-father Ieyasu. Therefore, comparing to Toshogu, Taiyuin shows the idea of Wabi, and harmony of art and nature. All the buildings are based on the black and gold design. His mausoleum is registered as the National Treasure of Japan.
<b>Visitor's Info</b>
Admission: 550 yen for adult, 250 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 8:00 to 16:30 (Nov. to Mar. closed at 15:30)
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. use World Heritage Bus to Nishisando.
yes689http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nikko_cedar_ave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN037.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN037.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCedar Ave. of NikkoCedar Ave. of Nikko (日光杉並木) is the longest tree avenue in the world. It is about 36km long from Ogura to Nikko. Cedar were planted by Matsudaira Masatsuna after the death of Ieyasu. This was for the worshiping road to Toshogu, the grave of Ieyasu. There are still about 12,500 Cedar trees remaining on this road.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
It is very long pass. The best spot is the pass between Kamiimaichi Station and Nikko Station.
It will be about 6km long.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. walk east (30 min.)
yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nikko_sacred_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN038.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN038.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNikko Sacred BridgeThe Sacred Bridge (神橋, shinkyo) is one of the main feature of Nikko. It is designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Legend said, the original bridge was built by god in Nara Period. It's been the official path leading to Futaarasan Shrine. It is chosen as one of three unique bridge. The current bridge is reconstrued in 1904.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 200 yen for high school, 100 yen for under junior.
Time: 8:00 to 16:30 (Nov. to Mar. 9:00 to 15:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. use local bus to Shinkyo.
yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shizuoka_sengen_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI086.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI086.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShizuoka Sengen ShrineShizuoka Sengen Shrine (静岡浅間神社) is one of the oldest shrine in Shizuoka. There are two established shrines in here. Kambe Shrine and Sengen Shrine. Kambe Shrine was established over 2000 years ago enshrine Onamuchinomikoto. Asama Shrine was established in 901 by the imperial order of Emperor Daigo. The building was sponsored by Tokugawa Government, and spend 60 years. Many famous carving artists, painters and other architectures joined this construction.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Open: 6:00 to 18:00
Admission for Honden: 500 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use Shizutetsu Bus to Akatorii
yes377http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kunozan_toshogu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI094.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI094.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKunozan ToshoguKunozan Toshogu (久能山東照宮) is one of the main feature of Shizuoka. It is the shrine of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the greatest Shogun in Japan. It is the shrine of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the greatest Shogun in Japan. Ieyasu finished Sengoku period (14th to 16th century) and established Edo Government. Edo government brought a peace over 260 years in Japan. Toshogu was established in 1616 as the grave of Ieyasu. Ieyasu was buried Kunosan and moved to Nikko later. There are many historical important buildings including the National Treasure. Shaden, the main building, was constructed by 2nd Shogun, Hidetada.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
The ropeway is available. 1000 yen for a round trip.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use Local bus to Hinondaira.
2. use ropeway to Toshogu.
1. use local bus to Kunosanshita
2. walk up 1159 stairs.
yes694http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yui_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI087.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI087.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYui-JukuYui-Juku (由比宿) is 16th post station of Tokaido. Yui-juku remains many traditional buildings and view of old Tokaido. Yui Shosetsu, the famous rebel during Edo period, was born here. His house is still remains. Satta Pass is located at the end of this post town, and has a great view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at Honjin Park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Yui Station.
yes435http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kambara_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI092.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI092.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKambara-JukuKambara-Juku (蒲原宿) is 15th post station of Tokaido. It is located south side of Mt. Fuji. There are old style building that shows the view of Tokaido in Kambara. The famous Ukiyoe Artist, Utagawa Hiroshige, designed Kambara with snow. It is considered as the best work of him It is the only Ukiyoe that shows night scenery with snow.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Shinkambara Station.
yes544http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_shizuhata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI090.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI090.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. ShizuhataMt. Shizuhata(賎機山) is located in Shizuoka city. It is 171m tall mountain located north side of Sengen Shrine. It is popular hiking spot with beautiful Scenery of Mt. Fuji. In September, Higanbana, Spider Lilly is blooming.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The hiking course started from Sengen Shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use Shizutetsu Bus to Akatorii
yes223http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/satta_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI088.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI088.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSatta PassSatta Pass (薩埵峠) is located between Yui-juku and Okitsu-juku. It has one of the best view of Mt. Fuji. The famous Ukiyoe Artist, Utagawa Hiroshige made Ukiyoe of Yui with this view.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Yui Station.
2. walk west (40 min.)
yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toro_archaeological_site/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI089.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI089.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfToro archaeological siteToro (登呂遺跡) is an archaeological site located in Shizuoka. The historical remains of Toro date back to Yayoi period, the 1st century. It is registered as the special historical site of Japan. There are ruins of houses, storages and farms of ancient Japan. On those ruins, the buildings are restores and became the open field museum.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Museum: 200 yen for Adults.
Open: 9:00 to 16:30
Close: Monday and next day of holiday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at south bus terminal of Shizuoka Station.
1. use a local bus to Toroiseki. (12 min.)
yes183http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/old_igarashi_dental_office/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI093.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI093.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOld Igarashi Dental OfficeOld Igarashi Dental Office (旧五十嵐歯科医院) is one of the traditional house located in Kambara, Shizuoka. It is the old dental house constructed in Meiji period. In 1914, dentist Igarashi reformed this house to western style office. Therefore, the exterior is western style, but the interior is Japanese style. Because of that unique structure and historical value, this house was registered as the national cultural asset. The house structure is the typical building on post town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: free.
Open: 9:30 to 16:30 (Nov. to Feb 16:00)
Close: Monday and next day of holiday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station
1. JR Tokaido Line to Shin Kambara Station.
yes228http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shipping_agent_jirocho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI095.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI095.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShipping agent of Jirocho Suehiro, shipping agent of Jirocho (清水港船宿記念館・末廣) is a ship agent hotel of Shimizu Jirocho located in Shizuoka. Jirocho is a hero who spend his life to promote the development of the bay. He spend last days at Shimizu Bay and support ships and travelers. This building is restored Jirocho hotel as his craft museum. He encouraged youth to learn English and open English school.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: Free
Time: 10:00 to 18:00
Close: Moday
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Shimizu Station.
1. use local bus to Minatobashi.
yes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/birthplace_of_jirocho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI096.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI096.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe birthplace of JirochoThe birthplace of Jirocho (次郎長生家) is located in Shimizu, Shizuoka. It is the traditional houses that has a great structure of Meiji period. The well that used for Jirocho's birth is still remains as it's used to be.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: Free
Time: 10:00 to 16:00
Close: Monday, next day of holiday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Shimizu Station.
1. use local bus to Minatobashi.
yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/baiinzenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI097.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI097.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBaiinzenji TempleBaiinzenji Temple (梅蔭禅寺) is Rinzai Buddhism temple located in Shimizu, Shizuoka. There is a grave of Shimizu Jirocho. Jirocho is the famous Youxia in late Edo period to beginning of Meiji period. He traveled all Japan and beat bad guys and helped innocent people. There are also the graves of Omasa, Komasa, Seiemon and Lady Ocho.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 150 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Shimizu Station.
1. use local bus to Minatobashi.
yes127http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsuyama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMatsuyama CastleMatsuyama Castle (松山城) is one of 12 existed remaining castle since Sengoku period. It was constructed in 1603 by Kato Yoshiaki. (Finished in 1627) There are 21 original buildings including Tenshu-kaku remanning in the castle. Not only the buildings, but also stone walls are preserved in great condition. The structures of Matsuyama castle are preserved almost in original scenery. Therefore, Matsuyama castle is registered as the national historical site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission for Tenshu: 500 yen for adult, 150 yen for kids.
Ropeway: Around trip 500 yen for adult, 250 yen for kids.
Time-
Tenshu: 9:00 to 17:00 (Feb. to Nov. 17:30 in Aug, 16:30 from Dec. to Jan.)
Ropeway: 8:30 to 17:30 (Feb. to Nov. 18:00 in Aug, 17:00 from Dec. to Jan.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsuyama Station.
1. use street train to Okaido.
2. walk north to ropeway.
yes481http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uwajima_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUwajima CastleUwajima Castle (宇和島城) is one of 12 existed original castles built in 1666. It is a hilltop castle located in Uwajima, Ehime. It is located on the top of 80m tall mountain. The structure of Uwajima Castle was designed by Todo Takatora. Tenshu and beautiful nature preserved for over 300 years. There are historical buildings that removed to Uwajima castle. It is registered as the national historical site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen for adults, 100 yen for kids.
Time for Tenshu: 9:00 to 17:00 (Apr. to Sep) 16:00 for other.
The castle: 6:00 to 18:30 (Apr. to Sep) 17:00 for other.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Uwajima Station.
1. walk (15 min.)
yes445http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kochi_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKochi CastleKochi Castle (高知城) is one of 12 existed original castles located in Kochi. Kochi Castle is a hilltop castle, and it is 44.4m high. It was constructed in 1601 by Yamanouchi Kazutoyo. He was given the land of Tosa from Ieyasu after the battle of Sekigahara. Tenshu-kaku survived for over 250 years. Not only Tenshu-kaku, but also there are 15 original constructions remains today. Because of its historical value, all of them are registered as historical assets. Also, the site of castle is registered as the national historic site. Only Kochi Castle has all the original buildings of Honmaru.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom
Admission: 400 yen. Free under 18. There is group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kochi Station.
1. use bus (10 min.), walk (25 min.)
yes656http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/todoroki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTodoroki FallsTodoroki Falls (轟の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese Waterfalls located Kochi Prefecture. It is 3 steps waterfalls 83m high in total. The top basin is 15m a huge pothole. It is poplar Koyo spot in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kochi Station.
1. use JR Dosan Line to Tosa-Yamada Station.
2. use Bus to Birafu.
3. walk (25 min.)yes364http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otaru_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOtaru FallsOtaru Falls (大樽の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Ochi, Kochi pref. It is 34 m tall straight-fall waterfalls. Legend said that the dragon lives the basin of the falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use Route 33 to Matsuyama. To west at the sign in Ochi Town.
yes247http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tensha_en_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTensha-en GardenTensha-en Garden (天赦園) is a beautiful Japanese garden located in Uwajima, Ehime. It is a typical pond surrounding style garden with many seasonable flowers. It was designed for 7th lord of Uwajima Date clan. There are tea houses and view are so beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adults, 100 yen for Junior high, and 50 yen for kids.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00 (close at 16:30 from July to March)
Closed: Monday of December to February.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Uwajima Station.
1. walk south (20 min.)
1. use local bus to Tenshaen.yes319http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsuyama_ninomaru_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMatsuyama Ninomaru History gardenNinomaru History garden (二之丸史跡庭園) is located in Matsuyama. It was used to be 2nd bailey of Matsuyama Castle. It was used to be the residential area of the lord of Matsuyama. There are many tea houses and Japanese gardens are restored as the original.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 100 yen for adult, 50 yen for kids.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (Feb. to Nov. 17:30 in Aug, 16:30 from Dec. to Jan.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsuyama Station.
1. use street train to Kenchomae.
yes304http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsura_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKatsura BeachKatsura Beach (桂浜) is one of the popular beaches located in Kochi. It faces Pacific Ocean and has a great scenic beauty. It was considered as the best Luna view spot in Japan. There is a statue of Sakamoto Ryoma who is one of the most popular Hero in Japan. Also, there are Aquarium and Sakamo Ryoma Museum.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Around the parking, there are many restaurants and gift shops.
Caution: No Swimming at this beach.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kochi Station.
1. use Bus to Katsurahama (30 min.)
yes311http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shikoku_karst/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShikoku KarstShikoku Karst (四国カルスト) is popular spot that located between Kochi and Ehime prefecture. The altitude of Shikoku Karst is about 1,400m from the sea level. It has a great view including Mt. Ishizuchi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
There are restaurant and cattle farm.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on the border of Ehime and Kochi on route 440. There is a road to route 44 on Jibo Pass.yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ozu_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOzu CastleOzu Castle (大洲城) is a beautiful castle located in Ehime. It was constructed by Utsunomiya in 1331. Current structure was designed by Todo Takatora in early Edo period. Tenshu is 4 layers 4 stories building with two keeps. Those two small keeps are the original construction. Inside of Tenshu took the same method from original structure. The mast and beam were used 250 years old trees.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for Adults, 200 yen for kids.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Uwajima Station.
1. use JR Yosan Line to Iyo Ozu.
2. walk south (20 min.)yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/statue_of_motochika/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe statue of MotochikaThe statue of Motochika (長宗我部元親像) is located Hachiman Shrine of Kochi. Chosokabe Motochika is one of Sengoku Daimyo during 16th century. He conquered All Shikoku Island. When he was 22 years old, he joined the first battle. He prayed his victory at this Hachiman Shrine. This statue was built in 1999 for the anniversary for 400 years after his death. It is one of the coolest Statue of Samurai in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kochi Station.
1. use a bus to Nankaichugakudori.
2. walk (5 min.)
yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/harimaya_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHarimaya BridgeHarimaya Bridge (はりまや橋) is one of the most famous bridge in Japan. It was the stage of popular love story "Yosakoibushi." It is also known as "Nihon Sandai Gakkari" spots, three most disappointing spots in Japan. It was used to be a small bridge. It connected Harimaya and Hitukiya.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kochi Station.
1 use street train to Harimayabashi.yes103http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gotenyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI091.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI091.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGotenyamaGotenyama (御殿山) is a small hilltop located in Kambara, Shizuoka. It has a great view of mt. Fuji. This mountain was used to be Noroshiba, the smoke signal place during Sengoku period. It is nice hiking spot in Kambara.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fuji Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Shinkambara Station.
2. walk north (25 min.)yes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akiyama_brothers/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe birthplace of Akiyama BrothersThe birthplace of Akiyama Brothers (秋山兄弟生誕地) is one of main feature of Matsuyama. Akiyama Brothers, Yoshifuru and Saneyuki, were ones of greatest Generals in Japan. They house was used to be located in this place. There is a house restored based on the photo of Akiyama Family. It displays the Akiyama related materials. The well is the same as it was used to be.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but is restroom.
Admission: 300 for adult. Free under high school.
Time: 10:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsuyama Station.
1. use street train to Okaido.
2. walk north.yes205http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ishiteji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIshiteji TempleIshiteji Temple (石手寺) is 51st temple of Ohenro located in Matsuyama, Ehime. It is Shingon Buddhism Temple established in 729 by Priest Gyoki. Because of its history, there are many historic buildings in Ishiteji. Especially, Niomon gate is registered as the national treasure. Ishiteji give one star value in the Michelin Guide.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free
<b>Access</b>
0. Matsuyama Station.
1. use Street Train to Dogo Onsen.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes258http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamanouchi_samurai_houses/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKochi Yamanouchi Samurai housesYamanouchi Samurai Apartment (旧山内家下屋敷長屋) is a Samurai residence located in Kochi. This apartment was the residence of Ashigaru, the lower rank Samurai. It was constructed in 1864. It displays the life of Samurai. It is registered as the national important cultural asset.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Admission: free.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kochi Station.
1. use Tosa Shiden to Kenchomae.
2. walk (2 min.)
yes203http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yuzuki_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYuzuki CastleYuzuki Castle (湯築城) is the ruins of castle located in Matsuyama, Ehime. It was built in early 14th century. It was built by Kono Tunenobu after Genpei War. This castle was the center of Iyo for over 250 years until Hideyoshi's invasion. There is Samurai Houses restored. There are inner moats and outer moats. Today, it becomes Dogo Park and top of the hill that located in the center of this castle has observatory.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsuyama Station.
1. use street train to Dogo Onsen.
2. walk east.
yes312http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tanaka_ryosuke_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KC007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKochi Tanaka Ryosuke HouseTanaka Ryosuke House (田中良助旧邸) is Samurai House of Kochi. This house was constructed in 1862. Sakamoto Ryoma used to visit and play at this house. Ryoma and Ryosuke used to play Shogi, Japanese chess at this house.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
Admission: Free
Time: 10:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive north route 270 from Kochi city.yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ozu_shindenryu_swimming/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/EH007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOzu Shindenryu Swimming BirthplaceThe Birthplace of Ozu Shindenryu Swimming (大洲神伝流発祥の地) is located in Ozu, Ehime prefecture. Ozu Shindenryu is the traditional swimming style formed in 1617. It is swimming style with Yoroi. It is nice Spider lilly spot.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom nearby.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Uwajima Station.
1. use JR Yosan Line to Iyo Ozu.
2. walk south (20 min.)
yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_ontake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL068.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL068.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. OntakeMt. Ontake (御嶽山) is one of the most popular mountain located between Gifu and Nagano. It is an active stratovolcano and its summit is 3,067m high from the sea level. Ontake-san is one of the sacred mountain in Japan. It is highly respected as the spiritual homeland for many people. There are many hiking courses including for beginners. The faith of Ontakesan still combines with Buddhism and Shinto together.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a ropeway to reach 7th station (2150m).
There is a shuttle bus from Kiso-Fukushima Station to the ropeway.
There is parking at the rope way and each stations including the top has rest houses.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Stion.
1. use a shuttle bus to Ontake Ropway.
yes551http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/onoshima_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL069.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL069.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOnoshima FallsOnoshima Falls (尾ノ島の滝) is one of waterfalls located in Kiso, Nagano. It is about 30m tall. Its water is coming from Mt. Ontake. It was used for Takigyo for Shugendo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. drive route 20 to Kaida Highland.
2. make left at the sign.
yes161http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/komorebi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL070.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL070.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKomorebi FallsKomorebi Falls (こもれびの滝) is one of waterfalls located in Kiso, Nagano. It is located in Aburagi Forest.
Fueki Falls is one of waterfalls located in Kiso, Nagano. It is 30m tall waterfalls with many spring from a rock.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. drive 20 to Mt. Onake.
2. there is parking for Aburagi Forest.
yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fueki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL071.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL071.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFueki FallsFueki Falls (不易の滝) is one of waterfalls located in Kiso, Nagano. The amount of water is very small, but there are many water springs coming from rock. It is very beautiful waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. drive 20 to Mt. Onake.
2. there is parking for Aburagi Forest.
yes205http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aburagi_forest/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL072.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL072.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAburagi ForestAburagi Forest (油木美林) is a beautiful forest spread around the lower Mt. Ontake. There are are many old trees and beautiful waterfalls. The trekking route lead up to Mt. Ontake. The trees are over 300 years old. It is a great spot for birdwatching.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. drive 20 to Mt. Onake.
2. there is parking for Aburagi Forest.
yes283http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_ontake_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL073.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL073.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyo on Mt. OntakeMt. Ontake (御嶽山の紅葉) is one of the most popular mountain located between Gifu and Nagano. It is an active stratovolcano and its summit is 3,067m high from the sea level. Ontake-san is one of the sacred mountain in Japan. It has a beautiful Koyo in the middle of October. Koyo starts from the middle of mountain at the end of September.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a ropeway to reach 7th station (2150m).
There is a shuttle bus from Kiso-Fukushima Station to the ropeway.
There is parking at the rope way and each stations including the top has rest houses.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Stion.
1. use a shuttle bus to Ontake Ropway.
yes254http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/karasawa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL074.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL074.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKarasawa FallsKarasawa Falls (唐沢の滝) is one of waterfalls located in Kiso, Nagano. It is about 100m tall waterfalls. This waterfalls is chosen as one of three view of Kiso.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. use Route 19 to 361 and make left.
2. make left to Jizo pass.
yes222http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/niekawa_sekisho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL075.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL075.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNiekawa SekishoNiekawa Sekisho (贄川関所) is one of check points located on Nakasendo Niekawa-Juku. Niekawa-juku is the entrance of Kiso Road on Edo Side. It is a restored building of Sekisho. The building shows the old time of Sekisho and displays the historical stuff.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen under Junior is free.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (close 16:00 from Dec. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. JR Chuo Line to Niekawa Station.
1. walk south (10 min.)
yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimazaki_touson_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL185.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL185.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShimazaki Touson HouseThis house (旧島崎藤村邸) is the last house of the famous writer, Shimazaki Touson. It is located in Oiso, Kanagawa. This house was constructed in late Taisho era. It is very simple structure with small garden. A study is very small with Kamiza and small window with Hagi tree. Touson was born in Kiso in 1872 and wrote many great novels. He passed away at this house in 1943. It is a quiet place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Admission: Free.
Close: Monday.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
Note: No entry into the house.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use JR Tokaido to Oiso.
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes213http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shigitatsuan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL186.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL186.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShigitatsuanShigitatsuan (鴫立庵) is a beautiful tea house located in Oiso, Kanagawa. It is one of three top Haiku Houses in Japan. As the history of Haiku Dojo, it has over 300 years of history. In 1664, Hiku master Sosetsu visited here and wrote a poem. He left a post stone here. It's a beautiful riverside place to read a poem.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Admission: 100 yen for adult. 50 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use JR Tokaido to Oiso.
2. walk south (10 min.)
yes249http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/garden_yoshida_shigeru/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL187.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL187.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe garden of Yoshida ShigeruThe garden of Yoshida Shigeru (旧吉田茂邸庭園) is a Japanese style garden located in Oiso. It is typical pond surrounding style garden. Yoshida Shigeru is the 45th prime minister of Japan. It is one of the great Japanese garden in Kanagawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. There is restroom.
Admission: Free.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Oiso Station.
2. walk west (30 min.)
yes238http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/myodaiji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL188.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL188.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMyodaijiMyodaiji (妙大寺) is Nichiren Buddhism Temple located in Oiso. It was established in1461 by priest Nichigo. General Higuchi Kiichiro chosen this temple for his resting place. General Higuchi saved Jewish refugees from Nazis Germany in 1938 at manchukuo. He also saved Japan from Soviet Union. Higuchi defeated the army of the USSR right after the WWII.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
It is a small temple with the grave of Matsumoto Jun and General Higuchi. Please be quiet and keep in good manner because this temple is not tourist attraction.
No parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Oiso Station.
2. walk north (10 min.)
yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sunrise_mt_kenashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI098.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI098.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSunrise at Mt. KenashiSunrise at Mt. Kenashi (毛無山の夜明け) is very beautiful. Mt. Kenashi is located on the border of Yamanashi and Shizuoka Prefecture. The altitude of the summit is 1,964m from the sea level. It has a great view of Mt. Fuji at the top of Mt. Kenashi. Around October 27 and February 16, the Sun rises from the top of Mt. Fuji. It is called Diamond Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking (500yen par day). No restroom.
Takes 3 hours from parking.
<b>Access</b>
Drive north route 139 from Fujinomiya. Make left at the sign.
yes169http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_kenashi_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI099.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI099.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. Kenashi Fudo FallsMt. Kenashi Fudo Falls (毛無山・不動滝) is 2-step waterfalls located east side of Mt. Kenashi. It is over 100m tall in total. In Fall, it has beautiful Koyo surrounding the falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking (500yen par day). No restroom.
Takes 3 hours from parking.
<b>Access</b>
Drive north route 139 from Fujinomiya. Make left at the sign.
yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/doshi_odaki_medaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL070.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL070.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDoshi Odaki and MedakiDoshi Odaki and Medaki (道志村・雄滝雌滝) are waterfalls located in Doshi Village, Yamanashi. It is one of the best sceneries of Doshi. Odaki, the male falls is a powerful straight falls. Medaki, the female falls, is the soft sliding falls. It is famous for match making waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Drive route 413. There is a sign for this falls.
yes154http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ebirasawa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL189.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL189.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEbirasawa FallsEbirasawa Falls (エビラ沢の滝) is located in northern Kanagawa Prefecture. It is 15m tall waterfalls. It is lone of the best scenery in Sagamihara.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Drive route 413 to 76 south.
yes147http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/makime_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL190.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL190.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMakime Great FallsMakime Great Falls (牧馬大滝) is one of the great waterfalls locate Sagamihara, Kanagawa. It is about 20m tall waterfall with surrounding criffs.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Parking: 500 yen.
You have to walk on the river to see. So, be very careful. After the heavy rain, you cannot access to this falls.
<b>Access</b>
Drive route 413 to Doshigawa Aonohara Camping space.
yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiokawa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL191.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL191.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShiokawa FallsShiokawa Falls (塩川滝) is located in Aikawa Town, Kanagawa. It is 2 step waterfalls and 30m tall in total. It is one of 10 best view of Aikawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
It is located on route 412.
yes162http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimodana_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL192.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL192.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShimodana FallsShimodana Falls (下棚) is a waterfalls located in West Tanzawa, Kanagawa prefecture. It is 40m tall straight falls located in Nishizawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It is located climbing route of Mt. Asegamaru.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin-Matsuda Station of Odakyu Line.
1. use local bus (no.01) to Nishizawa Shizenkyoshitsu. (1 hr.)
2. walk (40 min.)yes227http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hondana_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL193.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL193.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHondana FallsHondana Falls (本棚) is a waterfalls located in West Tanzawa, Kanagawa prefecture. It is 60m tall straight falls located in Nishizawa. It is one of the greatest waterfalls in Kanagawa. There is another waterfalls called Karedana Falls right in front of Hondana.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It is located climbing route of Mt. Asegamaru.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin-Matsuda Station of Odakyu Line.
1. use local bus (no.01) to Nishizawa Shizenkyoshitsu. (1 hr.)
2. walk (40 min.)
yes337http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nishizawa_riverside/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL194.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL194.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNishizawa RiversideNishizawa Valley (西沢) is great valley with many waterfalls located in Western Tanzawa Mountains, Kanagawa Prefecture. It is a nice trekking route of Mt. Asegamaru.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It is located climbing route of Mt. Asegamaru.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin-Matsuda Station of Odakyu Line.
1. use local bus (no.01) to Nishizawa Shizenkyoshitsu. (1 hr.)
2. walk (40 min.)
yes457http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hoki_cedar/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL195.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL195.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHoki CedarHoki Cedar (箒杉) is located in Nakagawa, Ashigara, Kanagawa. It is about 2,000 years old Cedar Tree. It is 45m tall and 12m round. Hoki Cedar is chosen as 100 best trees of Kanagawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin-Matsuda Station of Odakyu Line.
1. use local bus (no.01) to Hokisugi. (1 hr.)
2. walk (40 min.)
yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaida_kiso_horse_village/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL076.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL076.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKaida Highland Kiso Horse VillageKaida Highland Kiso Horse Village (開田高原 木曽馬の里) is a stable of Kiso Horse located in Kiso Town, Nagano Prefecture. Kaida Highland is about 1,200m high from the sea level and very cool place even in summer. In this stable, there are 30 Kiso Horses. It's open for public and you can touch them free. There are horse riding experience, draft riding, wagon tour and sled riding at winter. Kaida Highland Horse Village is a great stable with surrounding nature. It will be great family activity with nature and animals.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Time: 8:30 to 16:30
Horse Riding: 10:00 to 12:00, 14:00 to 16:00
Draft Horse Riding:
- Short Course: 500 yen 2 min.
- Long Course: 1,000 yen 5 min.
Horse Riding: 1,500 yen 15 min.
All season. All weather.
Wagon: 500 yen~
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. there is a shuttle bus to Kaidakogen Visitor's center.
2. walk 5 min.
Note: Don't enter the track and inside of the fence. You can feed horses with grasses around the stable.
yes464http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tomoegafuchi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL077.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL077.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTomoegafuchi Tomoegafuchi(巴渕) is riverside located in Kiso, Nagano Prefecture. Legend said, Kiso Yoshinaka and his wife Tomoe played here. Tomoe was the famous Samurai Woman who supported Shogun Kiso Yoshinaka. At this river, Tomoe trained her martial arts and swimming.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Miyanokoshi Station.
1. use local Bus to Tomoegafuchi.
yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaida_yamashita_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL078.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL078.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKaida Yamashita HouseYamashita House (開田高原山下家住宅) is the traditional house located in Kiso, Nagano. It was constructed in the end of Edo period. Yamashita Family was the head of Kiso Horse Stables in Kiso Kaida Highland. Therefor, this house is very unique because there is a stable inside.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
Close: Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use bus to Yamakaryokan.
yes462http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/midori_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL049.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL049.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMidori Fudo FallsMidori Fudo Falls (みどり不動滝) is 25m tall waterfalls located in Midori, Gunma. It has beautiful surrounding Koyo in November.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. There is no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiryu Station.
1. use Watarase Line to Goube Station.
2. use local Bus to Takinouebashi.
yes216http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/onaka_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL050.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL050.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOnaka Great FallsOnaka Great Falls (小中大滝) is one of the best waterfalls located Mt. Akagi, in Gunma. It is about 96m tall with beautiful surrounding nature. During Koyo Season in November, it has a beautiful Koyo.
<b>Tourist</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Akagi Station.
1. use Watarase Line to Gonbe Station.
2. use local bus to Oitsuke Station.
3. walk 30 min.
yes224http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takatsudo_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL051.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL051.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakatsudo ValleyTakatsudo Valley (高津戸峡) is one of the best Koyo Spot in Gunma. It is located westside of Mt. Akagi, Midori City. Takatsudo Valley is a part of Watarase river with great scenic beauty.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiryu Station.
1. use Watarase Line to Omama Station.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes392http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaida_highland_ice_cream_factory/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL081.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL081.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKaida Highland Ice Cream FactoryKaida Highland Ice Cream Factory (開田高原アイスクリーム工房) is a dairy products factory and one of the main feature of Kaida Highland, Kiso, Nagano prefecture. It has a great dairy products made from local foods. Ice Cream, Cheese, Batter and Yogurt are all made from fresh foods of Kaida Highland. The special feature of this factory seasonable soft-cream and corn soft-cream. It has also yogurt made from Sunki's lactobacillus.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Time: 10:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. use local bus to Kisoumanosato.
yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kibio_mountain_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL082.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL082.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKibio Mountain PassKibio Mountain Pass (キビオ峠展望台) is one of the best view spot for Mt. Ontake located in Kiso Highland, Nagano prefecture. It has a great view of Mt. Ontake and Mt. Norikura. It is also very famous for nigh sky spots.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. From route 19 to 269 to Kiso Highland.
yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoshinaka_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL080.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL080.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYoshinaka MuseumYoshinaka Museum (義仲館) is a historical museum of Kiso Yoshinaka. Yoshinaka is one of Shogun and hero during Genpei War in 12th century. He is one of Genji clan and defeated Heike clan. However, he lost by his own Genji side, Minamoto no Yoritomo. This museum displays the life of his story.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, free for under Junior.
Close: Monday.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Miyanokoshi.
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes283http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanto_kikka_festival/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL052.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL052.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKanto Kikka FestivalKanto Kikka Festival (関東菊花大会) is a matsuri of Chrysanthemum held in Gunma. It is held from the end of October to the end of November. There are about 1,300 Kiku Flowers displayed in Nagame park. There are many food stands open in this festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 200 yen for under junior.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00 (last entry 15:30)
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiryu Station.
1. use Watarase Line to Omama Station.
2. walk (10 min.)
yes268http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokuonji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL079.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL079.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTokuonji TempleTokuonji Temple (徳音寺) is Rinazai Buddhism temple of Kiso clan located in Kiso Town, Nagano Prefecture. It is the temple of Kiso Yoshinaka who is famous Shogun during Genpei War. In 1168, Yoshinaka buried his mother at this temple. There are graves of Yoshinaka, his mother, Kanehira, his wife Tomoe and Kanemitsu.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: Fee.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Miyanokoshi.
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes183http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kozenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL084.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL084.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKozenji TempleKozenji Temple (興禅寺) Zen temple located in Kiso, Nagano prefecture. It is one of three major temple in Kiso. There are 4 beautiful Japanese gardens including the largest sand garden in Japan. Kozenji was established in 1434 by Kiso Nobumichi. Also, this is known as the temple of Kiso Yoshinaka. There is a grave of Yoshinaka.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 300 yen for kids.
Open: 8:30 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. walk 20 min.
yes412http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suimu_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL083.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL083.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSuimu ShrineSuimu Shrine (水無神社) is located in Kiso, Nagano Prefecture. Record said, it was established in the middle of 13th century. It has beautiful thousand years old Hinoki Trees. Inside of the hall, there are many beautiful large Ema. It has been respected by the people of Kiso as the guardian of the valley. The most famous Matsuri, Mikoshimakuri, holds by this shrine. It happens in July 23.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use Local Suimujinjashita.
yes206http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shibamata_shichifukujin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL330.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL330.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShibamata ShichifukujinShibamata Shichifukujin (柴又七福神巡り) is one of the popular tourism in Shibamata. Visiting 7 temples that enshrine 7 Lucky God. 7 Lucky God, Shichifukujin, are Daikokuten, Ebisuson, Bisyamonten, Benzaiten, Hoteison, Fukurokuju and Jurojin. It is about 1 hour tour to worship and get special Goshuin.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Special paper: 200 yen.
Gosyuin: 200 yen.
1600 yen in total.
Special paper has a tour map.
<b>Access</b>
0. start at Shibamata Station.
1. Ryokanji (10 min.)
2. Shinshoin (10 min.)
3. Daikyoji (5 min.)
4. Mampukuji (5 min.)
5. Hoshoin (5 min.)
6. Ioji (10 min.)
7. Kanzoji (25 min.)
yes577http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/togo_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL062.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL062.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTogo ParkTogo Park (東郷公園) is located in Hanno, Saitama. It was built for Admiral Togo in 1925. Admiral Togo joined the opening ceremony of this park. There many items from the Russo-Japanese War displayed at this park. It is also know as one of the best Koyo spot in Saitama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Hanno Station.
1. use Seibu Chichibu line to Agano Station.
2. walk (30 min.)
yes235http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/menuma_shodenzan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL067.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL067.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMenuma ShodenzanMenuma Shodenzan (妻沼聖天山観喜院) is one of the three major Shoden temple in Japan. It is Shingon Buddhism temple located in Kumagaya, Saitama. The main hall called Shodendo has a beautiful carving art. It is the Gogen Style building that is the same as Nikko Toshogu. Shodendo was constructed in 1760. It tools over 20 years. There were many famous artist and designers such as Hidari Jingoro joined this. It's been completely restored and registered as the national treasure of Japan. Shodenzan was found by Saito Sanemori in 1179. His son became a Buddhist priest and established this temple.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 700 yen for adult. Free for under junior high.
Time: 10:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya Station.
1. use Local Bus 6 to Shodenmae (30 min.)
yes482http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suwa_hachiman_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL064.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL064.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSuwa Hachiman ShrineSuwa Hachiman Shrine (諏訪八幡神社) is located in Hanno, Saitama. It was established in 1516 by Nakayama clan and Hatakeyama clan. It enshries two famous gods of warriors.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at Hanno Craft Museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. use JR Kawagoe Line to Komagawa.
2. use JR Hachiko Line to Higashi Hanno.
3. walk west.
yes189http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chichibu_ontake_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL063.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL063.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfChichibu Ontake ShrineChichibu Ontake Shrine (秩父御嶽神社) is one of Ontake Shrine located in Hanno, Saitama prefecture. It was established by Kamoshita Seihachi who was the faithful monk of Mt. Ontake in 1894. There is also memorial park and shrine of Admiral Togo Heihachiro. The shrine is located on the top of mountain. You can experiencing the climbing up Mt. Ontake
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Please donate: 100 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. Hanno Station.
1. use Seibu Chichibu line to Agano Station.
2. walk (30 min.)
yes206http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_tenran_koyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL065.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL065.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. Tenran KoyoMt. Tenran is one of great hiking spot located in Hanno, Saitama. It has great Koyo spot in Saitama. The top of Mt. Tenran is 194.6m high. It has beautiful Koyo during the middle to the end of November.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at Hanno Craft Museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. use JR Kawagoe Line to Komagawa.
2. use JR Hachiko Line to Higashi Hanno.
3. walk west.
yes190http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/torii_kannnon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL066.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL066.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTorii KannnonTorii Kannnon (鳥居観音) is a huge Kannnon statue located in Hanno, Saitama. There are three statues and the main statue is about 23m tall. They are constructed in 1971. The pray hall is 10m tall and open weekend. They are located on the top of Mt. Hakuun, 460m high. It is very popular Koyo spot.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It will take 40 min. from the bottom.
500 yen for diving up to the top.
Entering Kannon: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for kids.
Time: 9:00 to 15:00
Open: From April to November at weekend and Holiday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Higashi Hanno Station.
1. use local bus to Renkeibashi
2. walk (5 min.)
yes224http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/seikeien_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL068.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL068.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSeikeien GardenSeikeien Garden (星渓園) is Japanese Garden located in Kumagaya, Saitama. It was built by Takei during the end of Edo period. It is a small pond surrounding style garden with 3 tea houses. This garden has existed since 1623. The central pond was used to be a spring.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (16:00 from November to February.)
Admission: Free.
Close at Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanakawado/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL333.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL333.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanakawadoHanakawado (花川戸) is a shoe store's district located in Asakusa. It is known as the wholesale district of Japanese traditional Shoes, such as Zori, Setta and Geta. In Hanakawado, there are about 70 shoe stores. It's especially popular for leather products. Not only shoe stores, but also there are Zori shop, Sandal shops and bag shops. They have many unique and special design and all of them are very reasonable price. It the middle of December, there is Hakidaore market at Hanakawado park. About 30 stores in Hanakawado open their shop in this market.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is wholesale district, so they close on weekend.
Some of the shop don't sale to person.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tobu Asakusa.
1. walk north.
yes515http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hikari_saiten/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL334.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL334.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHikari no SaitenHikari no Saiten (光の祭典2013) is a Christmas Illumination held at Motofuchie Park, Adachi, Tokyo. There 70,000 LED illuminate the night of Tokyo in winter. Main feature is a giant illumination decorated on Keyaki Trees.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Time: 17:00 to 21:00
Period: End of November to Christmas.
Admission: free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kitasenju Station.
1. use Tobu Line to Kakenozuka.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes233http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kichijoji_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL331.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL331.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKichijoji IlluminationKichijoji Illumination (吉祥寺イルミネーション) displays at north side entrance. The illumination has about 90,000 lights and perform with music. It happens from November to January.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: November 3 to January 13.
Time: 17:00 to 24:00
Location: North side space of Kichijoji Station, Sunroad street and Koen street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Chuo Line at Kichijoji.
1. walk north.
yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/muchu_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL332.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL332.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMuchu IlluminationMuchu Illumination (むチューイルミネーション) is a winter light-up illumination held at north side of Mitaka Station. It starts around the middle of November to the end of January.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Period: The middle of November to the end of January.
Time: 17:00 to 25:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kichijoji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Mitaka Station (2 min.).
2. walk north.
yes88http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakidaore_market/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL335.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL335.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHakidaore MarketHakidaore Market (はきだおれ市) is a great free market of leather shoes held in Asakusa. At the weekend of the middle of December, about 30 shoes in Hanakawado gather at Hanakawado park and sale their shoes with a great discount price.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
From 10:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa Station.
1. walk north.
yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mashiko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN041.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN041.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMashikoMashiko (益子) is a town of ceramic located in Tochigi prefecture. There are hundreds of ceramic studio in this town. Over 400 ceramic artist live in Mashiko and create many great ceramic. There are also experiencing ceramics and many ceramic museum. It is a great spot for one day trip around Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at Mashikoyakikyohan center.
Every weekend unless it's not rain, there is a free ceramic market.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utsunomiya Station.
1. use local bus 123 to Mashiko (60 min.)
2. walk (20 min.)yes595http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mashikoyaki_cooperation_center/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN040.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN040.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMashikoyaki Cooperation CenterMashikoyaki Cooperation Center (益子焼窯元共販センター) is a great wholesale store of Mashiko Ceramics located Mashiko, Tochigi prefecture. There are about 60 studios from Mashiko. It has all kinds of ceramic products for private use and commercial use. It will be great gifts as well. There are also restaurant and experiencing ceramics.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utsunomiya Station.
1. use local bus 123 to Mashiko (60 min.)
2. walk (20 min.)
yes595http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shoji_hamada_mashiko_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN039.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN039.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShoji Hamada MuseumShoji Hamada Memorial Mashiko Reference Museum (濱田庄司記念益子参考館) is a museum of ceramic artist, Shoji Hamada, located in Mashiko, Tochigi prefecture. Shoji was one of the most famous ceramic artist who was entitled as one of the first living national treasure of Japan. His house, storage and studio became the exhibition space for his works and his collections from all over the world.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 800 yen for adutle, and 400 yen for high school. Kids free.
There is a group discount.
Close: Monday(next day when monday is holiday).
Time: 9:30 to 17:00(last entry)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utsunomiya Station.
1. use local bus to Mashikosankokan (45 min.)
2. walk (3 min.)
yes594http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashihara/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKashiharaKashihara (橿原) is where the first imperial palace was located and the first Emperor of Japan, Jinmu Tenno, became the emperor at this place. It is one of the popular spot in Nara, especially during New Year's Days about one million people visit Kashihara and join New Year Worship. There is also the Kofun of Emperor Jinmu. Kashihara is the birthplace of the history of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at Kashihara Jingu.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kintetsu Line Kashihara Jingumae Station.
yes555http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashihara_jingu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKashihara JinguKashihara Jingu (橿原神宮) is Jingu Shrine located in Nara. It enshrines the first Japanese Emperor Jinmu, Jinmu Tennou. In Japanese Myth, Emperor Jinmu is the descendant of Amaterasu Omikami. With the guidance of Yata crow of Kumano, he conquered the land of Yamato, and became the emperor at this place, Kashihara. This Jingu was established in 1890 by Emperor Meiji. He donated the main hall and pray hall from the Kyoto Imperial Palace. Outer Pray Hall and other buildings were built for the 2,600 years Anniversary of Japan. From January 1 to 5, visitors are allowed to go inside of the Outer Pray Hall, and they are able to pray at the Inner Pray Hall. In this period of Hatsumode, about one million visitors worship at Kashihara Jingu.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Time: From Sunrise to Sunset.
Museum: 300 yen for adult, and 200 yen for under high school.
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
From January 1 to 5, inside of the Outer Hall is open for public.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. walk north (5 min.)
yes290http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kofun_emperor_jinmu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKofun of Emperor JinmuKofun of Emperor Jinmu (神武天皇陵) is located in Kashihara, Nara. Emperor Jinmu is the 1st Japanese Emperor. His Mausoleum a circular and entire site is 500m x 400m square. In Japanese Myth, He was the descendant of Amaterasuomikami. With the guidance of Yata crow of Kumano, he conquered the land of Yamato, and became the emperor at this place (from B.C. 660 to B.C.585).
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
DONOT enter the sacred area and forest.
DONOT eat, drink or smoke.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Kashihara Line to Unebigoryomae.
2. walk west.
yes175http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/diamond_fuji_ryugadake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL071.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL071.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDiamond Fuji at Mt. RyugadakeDiamond Fuji at Mt Ryugadake (ダイヤモンド富士初日の出) happens on New Year's Day. The phenomenon of the sun seeming to rise out of the summit of Mt Fuji is called Diamond Fuji. It is the most popular the New Year's sunrise spot in Japan. Mt Ryugadake is a popular hiking spot located in Yamanashi prefecture and is 1,485m high.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking as well as restrooms at the Lake Motosu Campsite. It takes two hours to walk to the top of the mountain, but many people visit to see this event on New Year's day so it will be very crowded.
<b>Access</b>
There is no public transport operating at this time of night, so you need a car. The parking area is located at Lake Motosu.
yes165http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_katsuragi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI100.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI100.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. KatsuragiMt. Katsuragi (葛城山) is 452m tall mountain located in Izu peninsula. It has a great view of Mt. Fuji and Suruga Bay area. There are free foot Onsen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Ropeway: A round trip for adult 1300, 650 for kids.
Time(Feb. 16 to Oct. 15): 9:00 to 16:40 (Last to goes down 17:10)
Time(other): 9:00 to 16:10 (Last to goes down 16:40)
<b>Access</b>
Direct Bus from Shinjuku Station.
0. at Mishima Station.
1. use Izu Hakone Line to Izu-Nagaoka.
2. use bus to Izunoukni chi yakushomae.
yes328http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/goryu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI101.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI101.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGoryu FallsGoryu Falls (五竜の滝) are waterfalls located in Susono, Shizuoka. There are 5 12m-tall waterfalls. Three waterfalls on the main river are called Odaki, and two other waterfalls located on eastside are called Medaki.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Parking close at 17 p.m.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numazu Station.
1. use JR Gotenba Line to Susono station.
2. walk north (20min.)
yes206http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/saiko_iyashi_no_sato/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL072.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL072.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLk. Saiko Iyashi no Sato NENBALk. Saiko Iyashi no Sato NENBA (西湖いやしの里根場) is a restored village located in north side of Mt. Fuji, Yamanashi prefecture. There are 20 restored traditional houses in this place. All of them are used for craft shops, restaurants, museum and gift shops. It has a great view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 350 yen for Adult, 150 yen for kids.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (Mar. to Nov.), 9:30 to 16:30 (Dec. to Feb.)
Close Wednesday in winter.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fujisan Station.
1. use Retro Bus to Saikoiyashinosatonenba.
2. walk.
yes590http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shopping_arcade_tateishi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL336.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL336.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Shopping Arcade of TateishiThe Shopping Arcade of Tateishi (立石商店街) is a great local shopping district located Katsushika, Tokyo. There are many great food stands located in small arcade. They offers great food and delicacy of Japanese local food.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are 5 different shopping street and this video introduces Nakamise Street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa.
1. use Keisei Line to Tateishi.
yes572http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuji_buddha_tower_peace_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI103.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI103.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFuji Ash of Buddha Tower ParkFuji Ash of Buddha Tower & Peace Park (富士仏舎利塔平和公園) is located Gotenba, Shizuoka. The ash of Buddha was gift from the 1st Indian Prime Minister Nehru. It has a great view of Mt. Fuji. It is also famous Sakura Spot. 2,000 Sakura are in this park. There are many Komainu from all countries.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on route 401. 5 min from Gotenba exit of Tomei Express.
yes223http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuji_asahi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI104.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI104.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFuji Asahi FallsAsahi Falls (朝日滝) is 20m tall waterfalls located in Fujinomiya, Shizuoka. It has a large amount of water even in winter. Asahi means the light of Sunrise. Sun light hits this waterfalls in the morning.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. There is no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit. Located in route 184 around Kumakubo.
yes188http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ashigara_mountain_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL197.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL197.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAshigara Mountain PassAshigara Mountain Pass (足柄峠) is one of the best Mt. Fuji view spots located on the border of Kanagawa and Shizuoka prefecture. It was used to be a part of Tokaido before Hakone. The altitude of the pass is 759m from the sea level. During the Sengoku period, there was a castle at this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on route 78.
yes141http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/americayama_park_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL196.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL196.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAmericayama Park IlluminationAmericayama Park Illumination (アメリカ山公園イルミ) is a winter illumination happens in Americayama park. The illumination starts from the end of November to December 31. Light up starts from 18:00 to 23:00. It has a great view of Yokohama night scenery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Date: November to December 31.
Time: 18:00 to 23:00
<b>Access</b>
0. Yokohama Station.
1. use MinatoMirai Line to Motomachi-Chukagai.
2. walk south.
yes210http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukuhara_sake_liquor_store/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL337.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL337.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFukuhara Sake Liquor StoreFukuhara Sake Liquor Store (ふくはら酒店) is a great liquor store located in Naka-Okachimachi. It has a great collections of Sake from all over Japan. Not only Sake, but also it has all kinds of liquors such as Umeshu, craft beer, Shochu and wine including wines and craft beer from all over the world. It has also tasting Sake for several brands of Sake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Open:
Weekdays: 9:00 to 20:00
Saturday: 9:00 to 19:00
Close on holidays and 2nd 4th Saturday.
Tasting: 200 yen for 60cc.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Okachimachi.
2. walk east (10 min.)
yes528http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uematsu_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI102.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI102.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUematsu HouseUematsu House (植松家住宅) is one of the traditional houses located in Susono, Sizuoka. It was constructed in early 18th century. It was used to be a farmer's house.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are restroom and parking.
Open: Weekend and Holiday.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numazu station.
1. use JR Gotenba Line to Susono Station.
2. walk north (30 min.)
yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jinnai_town_tondabayashi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OL022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJinnai Town of TondabayashiJinnai Town of Tondabayashi (富田林寺内町) is popular spot with many traditional houses located in southern Osaka. It is one of the best spot to walk around with Kimono. There are about 40 traditional houses that were built in Edo period. It is a great Kyoto style town in Osaka.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Recommend to park at Tondabayashi city hall.
restroom at Jinnaimachi visiter's ceter.
You can get a map as well.
Note: don't enter the house. They are still in use.
So, be quiet.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakai Higashi Station.
1. use Nankai Koya Line to Kawachi Nagano.
2. use Kintetsu Nagano Line to Tondabayashi.
3. walk south.
yes242http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asuka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAsukaAsuka (飛鳥) is a town with many historical sites from 7th century in Japan. It is located in central Nara prefecture. It is the first imperial palace was located in this place. There are hundreds of Kofun, ruins of imperial palace, temple and mausoleums. The first emperor of Japan became the emperor at this place and many of the important historical evens happened at this place. This is the oldest imperial palace of Japanese Empire, and history of Japan began at this place. There are many historical relics from 4th to 7th century. Also, the first temple in Japan, Asuka Temple, is in this area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
There is a rental bike service at the station.
The price is about 1,000 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Line to Asuka.
yes592http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/asuka_history_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAsuka History ParkAsuka History Park (飛鳥歴史公園) is a history park with many Kofun located in Asuka, Nara Prefecture. There is a Asuka Hisotry Museum that displays many historical relics found in Asuka. There are two Kofun, Takamatsuzuka Kofun and Nakaoyama Kofun in this park. The wall painting that found in Takamatsuzuka Kofun is only few 7th century paintings that found in Japan. The copy of the painting is displays in this park as well. There are observatory and play ground.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are restroom and parking.
Asuka History Museum: Admission is free.
Time: 9:30 to 17:00.
Takamatsuzuka Wall Painting: 250 for adults, 130 for students, 70 for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Line to Asuka.
2. walk (20 min.)
yes102http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tenmu_jito_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKofun of Emperor Tenmu and JitoKofun of Emperor Tenmu & Jito (天武天皇・持統天皇陵) is the mausoleum of the 40th Emperor Tenmu and the 41st Empress Jito. Emperor Tenmu is one of the powerful Emperor who built strong central government in Japan and conquered most of Japan. He became the emperor after the victory of Jinshin no Ran in 672. Empress Jito was the wife of Emperor Tenmu and became the emperor until their son became the 42nd Emperor.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
Do not enter the restricted area.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Line to Asuka.
2. walk (20 min.)
yes88http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ishibutai_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIshibutai KofunIshibutai Kofun (石舞台古墳) is the largest stone grave of Japan located in Asuka, Nara Prefecture. It was constructed in early 7th century. It is the stone chamber of mausoleum of Soga no Umako. There are about 30 stones constructed for this chamber and entire weight is about 2,300 ton. The roof is about 77 ton. This chamber was covered with the earth. However, the earth had lost. The inside of the chamber is 7.7m long x 3.5m wide x 4.7m tall. It was used to be 51m square Kofun with moat.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 250 yen for adults, 200 yen for high school, 150 yen for junior high, 100 yen for elementary school.
There is a group discount.
Time: 8:30 to 16:45
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Line to Asuka.
2. use local bus to Ishibutai.
3. walk (4 min.)
yes202http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kofun_emperor_monmu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKofun of Emperor MonmuKofun of Emperor Monmu (文武天皇陵) is the Mausoleum of Emperor Monmu located in Asuka, Nara prefecture. Emperor Monmu was passed way in 707 and buried at this place. He was the 42nd Emperor of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at Asuka History park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Line to Asuka.
2. walk (20 min.)
yes56http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/den_asuka_itabukinomiya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDen Asuka ItabukinomiyaDen Asuka Itabukinomiya (伝飛鳥板蓋宮跡) was one of the ruins of Imperial palace. It is located in Asuka, Nara prefecture. In 645, Taikanokaishin was happened in this place. It was very important event in the history of Japan. It was used to be the size of 156m x 197m.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Line to Asuka.
2. use local bus to Tachibanadera.
3. walk north.
yes64http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakafune_stone/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakafune StoneSakafune Stone (酒船石) is one of mysterious stone in Asuka, Nara Prefecture. It is a carved granite with unique texture. The size of the Sakafune Stone is 5.5m long, 2.3m wide and 1m thick. No body knows about how to use this stone.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Line to Asuka.
2. walk (20 min.)
yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ohara_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOhara ShrineOhara Shrine (大原神社) and Ohara no Sato (大原の里) is the birthplace of Fujiwara no Kamatari. Kamatari is the first of Fujiwara clan. He was born in 614 and helped Emperor Tenji for his revolution. Fujiwara clan had controlled the imperial palace for over 10,000 years.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. walk east (30 min.)
yes62http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kofun_kinmei/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKofun of Emperor KinmeiKofun of Emperor Kinmei (欽明天皇陵) is located in Asuka, Nara. In Nihonshoki, Emperor Kinmei 571 April. His wife who is the mother of Emperor Suiko. It is front square back circle Kofun 140m in total. Thereare Kibihimenomiko Kofun and Monkey Stones right next his Kofun.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiharajingumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Line to Asuka.
2. walk (5 min.)
yes116http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kirakira_tachibana_shopping_st/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL338.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL338.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKirakira Tachibana Shopping StKirakira Tachibana Shopping St. (下町人情キラキラ橘商店街) is a shopping district located in Sumida ward, Tokyo. There are about 30 stores in this street. It has great food stores that offer great local Japanese food, such as Oden, Yakitori, Takoyaki, Katsu, Korokke and sweets, with a great low price. You can enjoy what people in Japan eat daily with only budget of 1,000 yen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Keisei Asakusa Station.
1. use Keisei Line to Hikifune Station.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes594http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiba_daimon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL339.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL339.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShiba-DaimonShiba-Daimon (芝大門) is one of the popular spot in the middle of Tokyo Metro. There are many famous Tokyo tourist spots located in Shiba-Daimon. Tokyo Tower and Zojoji temple is located in this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There are restroom at Shiba Park.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Daimon Station of Toei Oedo Line and Asakusa Line.
1. walk north.
yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamakura_shichifukujin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL198.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL198.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKamakura ShichifukujinKamakura Shichifukujin (鎌倉七福神) is traveling 7 temples and shrines that enshrines each 7 different gods. It is very popular tourism in Japan. In Shichifukujin tour, you will visit and correct Gosyuin, the special sign and stamp of temple or shrine.
There is a special paper for collecting Gosyuin. That paper with full of Gosyuin is considered as the very lucky item to keep.
It is great way to enjoy your travel. At the end it has a special gift for your good luck.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The paper is 1,000 yen.
Each Gosyuin is 300 yen.
There are 7 temple-shrine and one additional shrine at Enoshima.
<b>Access</b>
Starts at Kitakamakura Station and finish at Enoshima Line Hase Station.
Total length is about 5km long.
yes596http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_ohira_hiking_course/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL077.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL077.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. Ohira Hiking CourseMt. Ohira Hiking Course (大平山ハイキングコース) is one of the popular trekking spot that has a great view of Mt. Fuji. The course is located north side of Lake Yamanaka, Yamanashi Prefecture. It is about 10km long course and takes 4 to 5 hours. It is very popular one-day hiking spot near Tokyo because it has direct express bus from Shinjuku.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the side of Lake Yamanaka.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station, Tokyo.
1. use Fuji-Q express bus to either Mt. Fuji or Hirano.
2. climb up 1 hours.
yes209http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_ohira/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL073.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL073.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. OhiraMt. Ohira (大平山) is one of the best view point of Mt. Fuji. It is located north side of Lake Yamanaka, Yamanashi. The top observatory is 1296m high. It is one of the peaks of Ohirayama hiking course. This hiking course is one of the popular route that has a great view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the side of Lake Yamanaka.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station, Tokyo.
1. use Fuji-Q express bus to either Mt. Fuji or Hirano.
2. climb up 1 hours.
yes99http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_hirao/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL074.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL074.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. HiraoMt. Hirao (平尾山) is one of the best view point of Mt. Fuji. It is located north side of Lake Yamanaka, Yamanashi. The top observatory is 1318m high. It is one of the peaks of Ohirayama hiking course. This hiking course is one of the popular route that has a great view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the side of Lake Yamanaka.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station, Tokyo.
1. use Fuji-Q express bus to either Mt. Fuji or Hirano.
2. climb up 1 hours.
yes138http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_ishiwari/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL075.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL075.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. IshiwariMt. Ishiwari (石割山) is one of the best view point of Mt. Fuji. It is located north side of Lake Yamanaka, Yamanashi. The top observatory is 1413m high. It is the peaks of Ishiwariyama hiking course. This hiking course is one of the popular route that has a great view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the side of Lake Yamanaka.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station, Tokyo.
1. use Fuji-Q express bus to Hirano.
2. climb up 2 hours.
yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ishiwari_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL076.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL076.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIshiwari ShrineIshiwari Shrine(石割神社) is located on Mt. Ishiwari, Yamanashi Pref. It is established based on the legend of Amano Iwato. There is crack on the rock. When walk though the pass 3 times (clockwise), give you good luck.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the side of Lake Yamanaka.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station, Tokyo.
1. use Fuji-Q express bus to Hirano.
2. climb up 1 hours.
yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/unryu_valley_snow_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN042.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN042.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSnow Trekking at Unryu Valley Snow Trekking at Unryu Valley (雲竜渓谷スノートレッキング) is one of the most popular snow trekking at Nikko, Tochigi prefecture. It is about 15km long trekking on the snow headding the Unryu Valley where has many giant icicles and frozen waterfalls. It is just like walking through the ice age. These snows icicles are good from the end of Janurary to middle of Februrary.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Need complete winter climbing suits and shoes.
It need also the climbing spikes, helmet and stocks.
Don't visit here alone. Travel with a guide or some one who had been Unryu valley.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. use local bus or taxi to Takio Shrine.
2. walk (4 hours)
yes579http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/unryu_valley_winter/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN043.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN043.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUnryu Valley in WinterUnryu Valley in Winter (冬の雲竜渓谷) is one of the popular spot in Nikko. From the end of January to the mid Februrary, Unryu Valley has a great frozen waterfalls and giant icicles. It is one of the best plains of silvery white.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Need complete winter climbing suits and shoes.
It need also the climbing spikes, helmet and stocks.
Don't visit here alone. Travel with a guide or some one who had been Unryu valley.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. use local bus or taxi to Takio Shrine.
2. walk (4 hours)
yes258http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiso_fukushima_ski_resort/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL088.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL088.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKiso-Fukushima Ski ResortKiso-Fukushima Ski Resort (きそふくしまスキー場) is located Kiso, Nagano prefecture. It has 9 different courses and its longest courses is 4,600m long. On the top of the slope, it has a great view of Mt. Ontake. It is ski only slope. Kiso-Fukushima Ski Resort has free shuttle buses from Kiso-Fukushima Station. Also, it has rental service for all Ski gears. So, it is a very convenient ski resort because it has free shuttle bus from the station and rental service for all ski gears. You can visit here with empty hand.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking, restaurant and resting place.
Lift time: 8:30 to 16:30
Day pass: 4,200 yen for adult. 2,700 yen for kids.
Rent all gears: 3,500 yen for adult. 3,000 yen for kids.
Time for Shuttle Bus (20min.):
From the station: 8:35 and 9:35
From the resort: 15:20 and 16:20
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use Free Shuttle bus to Kiso-Fukushima Ski Resort. (20 min.)
yes550http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaida_snowshoe_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL089.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL089.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKaida Snowshoe TrekkingKaida Snowshoe Trekking(開田スノーシュートレッキング)is a popular winter activity in Kiso, Nagano Prefecture. You can rent snowshoes at Kaida Visitor's center and walk around the Kiso Uma no Sato, the stable. It takes 60 to 90 min. Kaida in winter has a lot of snow in winter. Therefore, you can enjoy walking on a deep powder snow. It has a great view of Mt. Ontake. Also, you can see Japanese Horses at the stable.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Rental cost: 1,000 yen for a day.
Business Hours of the center: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use local bus to Kisoumanosato iriguchi.
yes593http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shirakawa_giant_wall_of_icicles/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL085.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL085.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShirakawa Giant Wall of IciclesShirakawa Giant Wall of Icicles (白川氷柱群) is the main feature of Kiso Town in Winter. It appears at a cliff side of Mt. Otake where water spring. From the middle of January to the end of February those spring water frozen up and form a giant wall of icicle. It grows up to 50m talls and 250m wide. It is the art of winter that you can see in Kiso, Nagano prefecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. Be careful there is not many bus to visit here.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. use bus to Keyakinoyu.
2. Walk (5min.)
yes294http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyotaki_falls_in_winter/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL086.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL086.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKiyotaki Falls in WinterKiyotaki Falls in Winter (冬の清滝) is very beautiful because it will be frozen up compeletely. It is about 30 tall waterfalls located southern side of Mt. Ontake. It is very popular waterfalls for Takigyo. Many Syugensya will visit and practice at this falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. 1. use local bust to Kiyotaki.
yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_shizenko_in_winter/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL087.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL087.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake Shizenko in winterLake Shizenko in winter(冬の自然湖) is has a great scenery with snow. It is located Otaki, Nagano Prefecture. It is very new lake formed in 1984. Therefore, many dry trees are sticking out from the water and has very mysterious view because of them. In winter, it will be completely covered with snow.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Be careful to drive to this lake.
There is no public transportation.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. Drive to route 256
2. change to route 486
yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/juhyo_of_zao/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJuhyo, Ice Monster, of ZaoJuhyo, Ice Monster, of Zao(蔵王の樹氷) is one of the most popular feature in Tohoku. This phenomena happens only few mountains of Tohoku in the world. All trees will be covered with snow and ice, and they just look like monsters. Juhyo only formed with extremely wet and cold wind from Siberia. When that wet wind hits the high mountain like Zao, Juhyo appears. Juhyo in Zao appears from January to March. Feb. is the best time to see. It is one of the most unique and beautiful scenery of Japanese winter.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
It is very easy access to the top of Mt. Zao by Ropeway.
Period: from the end Of Dec. to early Mar.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00
Round Trip: 2,500 yen for adult, 1,250 yen for kids.
Best time is visit in February.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station.
1. use shuttle bus to Zao Onsen.
2. walk to Zao Sancho Ropeway.
3. 30 min. to the top.
yes265http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/robaien_at_mt_hodo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL069.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL069.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRobai-en at Mt. HodoRobai-en at Mt. Hodo (宝登山ろうばい園) is one of popular winter sweets garden located in Nagatoro, Saitama Prefecture. On the top of Mt. Hodo, there are about 3,000 Robai trees. From the beginning to the end of February, beautiful yellow flowers with nice smell fully bloom. It is a beautiful color combination between, snow white, blue sky and yellow flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Addmission fee for ropeway: (round trips) 800 yen for Adult
and 400 for kids.
Open hours: 9:40 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chichbu Station.
1. use Chichbu Line to Nagatoro (15 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes330http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagatoro_arai_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL070.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL070.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNagatoro Arai HouseNagatoro Arai House (長瀞旧新井家住宅) is one of the traditional houses located in Nagatoro. This house was constructed about 270 years ago. Unlike other traditional houses, this house uses wooden plate roof. Also, this area has a stable inside of the house. Arai House was major producer of silk in this area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen, 100 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00, (closes at 16:00 fro Oct. to Mar.)
Close: On Monday. When Monday is holiday. It closes on Tuesday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chichbu Station.
1. use Chichbu Line to Nagatoro (15 min.)
2. walk west (10 min.)
yes132http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kesennuma_yokocho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKesennuma Yokocho Kesennuma Yokocho (気仙沼横丁) is a portable stall shopping mall located in Kesennuma, Miyagi. It was built after Tsunami in March 2011. All of the stores around this area were destroyed by Tsunami. This shopping mall is started as the beginning of the restoring and created a new tourist spot. There are 14 restaurants and bars, and 6 stores that sales local products and souvenir. All of the restaurants serve the fresh local food, especially seafood, and the menu are very reasonable and taste excellent. It is a great place enjoy Kesennuma food.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kesennuma Station.
1. walk east (20min.)
yes854http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minamisanriku_sansan_shotengai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMinamisanriku Sansan ShotengaiMinamisanriku Sansan Shotengai (南三陸さんさん商店街) is a temporary shopping mall with portable stall constructions. It is located in Minamisanriku, Miyagi prefecture where had a serious destruction by Tunami in 2011. It was built in Feb 2012 for the symbol of restoration of Minamisanriku. There are 30 stores open at this mall. There is open table and cafe for visitors.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kesennuma Station.
1. use JR BRT to Shizugawa Station.
yes449http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kesennuma_fish_marketplace/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKesennuma Fish MarketplaceKesennuma Fish Marketplace (気仙沼魚市場) is the one of the popular spot in Kesennuma. All the visitors can observe the inside of the market from the 2nd floor. Kesennuma is the most unloading port of Swordfish in Japan. Also, bonito is the 17 years running most unloading bonitos including year 2011. From July, the special fish start catching swordfishes, and the 1st floor will be covered with full of swordfishes. That is very powerful view.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Only 2nd and 3rd floors are accessible.
Don't access to the 1st floor.
Time: 7:00 to 12:00
Most of action happens in early morning.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kesennuma.
1. use JR BRT to Minami Kesennuma Station.
2. walk
yes358http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_amba/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. AmbaMt.Amba(安波山) is a symbol of Kesennuma, Miyagi prefecture. It is about 239m tall mountain and has a great view of Kesennuma port and bay area. Amba means praying the safe ship and large haul. This mountain is also considered as the nest of Dragon in Fusui. Therefore, there are two dragon objects that made from the seashells.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kesennuma Station.
1. walk north (30 min.)
yes100http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_jizo_of_zao/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. Jizo of ZaoMt.Jizo of Zao (蔵王地蔵山) is one of mountains of Zao. The altitude of the top is 1736m. It has a great view of Yamagata area. In winter the trees around the top form Juhyo, aka Ice monster. It is one of the most popular scenery of Japanese winter. There is a ropeway to reach the top. Because it has a ski resort on this mountain, it is very easy access to the top. Therefore, it is very popular spot to enjoy hiking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It is very easy access to the top of Mt. Zao by Ropeway.
Period: from the end Of Dec. to early Mar.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00
Round Trip: 2,500 yen for adult, 1,250 yen for kids.
Best time is visit in February.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station.
1. use shuttle bus to Zao Onsen.
2. walk to Zao Sancho Ropeway.
3. 30 min. to the top.
yes249http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_otakamori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. OtakamoriMt. Otakamori(大高森) has one of 4 great view of Matsushima, Miyagi. It is 106m tall mountain located in south-west side of Matsushima Bay. Matsushima is considered as one of the 3 views of Japan, and the view of Matsushima from Mt. Otakamori is caled Sokan. It has also great view of Zao mountains and Mt. Kurikoma.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
20 min. by climbing up.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sendai Station.
1. use JR Senseki Line to Nobiru Station.
2. walk south 1hr.
yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_iwai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/MI032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCape IwaiCape Iwai (岩井崎) is one of the view spots of Kesennuma. It has a beautiful cape with many unique rocks. When the waves hit the rocks, it splash the water very high. That high splash is one of the main feature of this spot.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kesennuma Station.
1. use BRT to Rikuzenhashikami Station.
2. walk east (30 min.)
yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawaguchi_green_center_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL071.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL071.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBairin of Kawaguchi Green CenterBairin of Green Center (川口グリーンセンターの梅林) is one of the popular Ume, Japanese plum, spot in Kawaguchi, Saitama. There are about 200 plum trees in this park. Ume and Fukujuso bloom beautiful flowers from the end of February to March.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, and 100 yen for kids.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:00)
Close: Tuseday(when it is holiday, it will close on Wedensday.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use JR Keihintohoku Line to Kawaguchi Station.
2. use local Bus at 7 to Green Center.(25 min.)yes295http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawaguchi_flower_center/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL072.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL072.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKawaguchi Flower Promotion CenterFlower & Green Promotion Center (花と緑の振興センター) is located Kawaguchi, Saitama. It has a beautiful Ume, Japanese plum, garden. From the February to the end of March the garden is open and beautiful Ume Flowers are blooming. There are 136kinds 200 Ume trees in this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking & restroom.
Admission: free
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
Ume garden open only February to March.
<b>Access</b>
0. Omiya Station.
1. use JR Keihintohoku Line to Minamiurawa.
2. use JR Musashino line to Higashikawaguchi.
3. use Saitamakosoku Line to Araijuku.
4. walk east (20 min.)yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/misato_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL053.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL053.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMisato BairinMisato Bairin (箕郷梅林) is one of the largest plum farm in Kanto. It is located in Gunma prefecture. There are about 100,000 plum trees in this farm. It is 3 major Ume spot in Gunma. From the middle of March to the end, beautiful Ume flowers bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
The best time to see is late March.
Parking: 300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Yotsuya.
2. walk west (40 min.)
yes318http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/haruna_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL054.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL054.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHaruna BairinHaruna Bairin(榛名梅林) is one of the largest plum farm in Kanto. It is located in Gunma prefecture. There are about 70,000 plum trees in this farm. It is 3 major Ume spot in Gunma. From the middle of March to the end, beautiful Ume flowers bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
The best time to see is late March.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Yotsuya.
2. walk west (40 min.)
yes337http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shibuya_cat_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL340.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL340.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShibuya Cat StreetShibuya Cat Street (渋谷キャットストリート) is a street with many stylish fashion shops locate west side of Harajuku. This area is considered as the Harajuku backstreet. There are many unique and stylish clothing stores, shoes, accessories and all other kinds of fashions. You will find whatever you are looking for at this street. Most of Harajuku, Kawaii fashion is born in this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Harajuku Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes700http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minowa_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL055.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL055.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMinowa CastleMinowa Castle (箕輪城) is a hilltop castle located in Takasaki, Gunma. It is one of the greatest and strongest castle in Kanto region. Minowa castle was built by Nagano clan in 1512, and he defeated Takeda Shingen many times with this castle. The area of this castle is 1,100m noth-south and 500m west-east. Many dry moat, dirt hills, stone walls and baileys remains in great conditions. Therefore, it is registered as the national historic site and one of 100 best Japanese castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Misatohoncho.
2. walk (20 min.)
yes307http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakata_castle_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL064.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL064.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBairin of Sakata CastleBairin of Sakata Castle (坂田城趾梅林) is one of the popular plum spot in Chiba. There are about 1,200 Ume trees in this castle. From the end of February. to mid March, beautiful plum flowers bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use JR Sobu line to Yokoshiba.
2. walk north (25 min.)
yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakata_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL065.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL065.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakata CastleSakata Castle (坂田城) is one of Hilltop castle located in Chiba. It was constructed in 14th century by Ida clan. It was very important castle to protect Shimousa attacking from Kujukuri beach. In 1590, it was abandoned according to Hideyoshi's Odawara war. The structures of the cantle remains great. It is also very popular Ume spot in Chiba, today.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station.
1. use JR Sobu line to Yokoshiba.
2. walk north (25 min.)
yes288http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kirakiratachibana_gourmet/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL341.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL341.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKirakiratachibana gourmetKirakiratachibana gourmet (キラキラ橘ご当地グルメ) is one of the best way to enjoy Japanese local food. Kirakira Tachibana Shotengai is a shopping street located in Sumida, Tokyo. There are many local food stores that sales local Japanese delicacy.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom at visitor's center.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Keisei Asakusa Station.
1. use Keisei Line to Hikifune Station.
2. walk south (5 min.)
yes702http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_takigo_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL080.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL080.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt.Takigo TrekkingMt.Takigo Trekking (滝子山トレッキング) is popular spot for hikers because of great accessibility from Tokyo Metro. Mt. Takigo is 1,610m tall mountain located Otsuki, Yamanashi prefecture. It is about 6 hours of trekking, and on the top of Mt. Takigo, it has a great view of Mt. Fuji. This view of Mt. Fuji is chosen as one of 12 best view points of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
No car, No bus required. Only train.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otsuki Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Sasago or Hatsugari.
2. climb up 3 hr.
yes574http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_takigo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL079.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL079.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. TakigoMt. Takigo (滝子山) is chosen as one of 12 best view spots of Mt. Fuji. It is located Otsuki, Yamanashi prefecture. The top of Mt. Takigo is 1610m high from the sea level. It has a great panorama view.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otsuki Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Sasago.
2. climb up 3 hr.
yes148http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mochiga_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL078.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL078.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMochiga FallsMochiga Falls (モチガ滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Mt. Takigo. Mt. Takigo is 1,610m tall mountain located in Otsuki, Yamanashi. This mountain has many beautiful waterfalls and Mochigo is one of them.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otsuki Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Sasago.
2. walk 1 hr.
yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_meguro_river/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL342.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL342.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura at Meguro RiverSakura at Meguro River (目黒川のさくら) is one of the most popular Sakura spot in Tokyo. There are about 830 Sakura on the riverside. From the Ikejiriohashi to Meguro which is about 3.2km becomes Sakura Promenade. Because it is great location for People live in Tokyo and Yokohama, it is a great Hanami spot.
<b>Tourist Info</b>
There are many food stand and light up at night.
<b>Access</b>
Nearest stations are, Ikejiriohashi, Nakameguro and Meguro of Tokyu Line.
0. at Shibuya
1. use Denentoshi Line to Ikejiriohashi ( 2 min.)
2. use Toyoko Line to Nakameguro (4 min.)
3. use JR Yamanote Line to Meguro (8 min.)
yes435http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yozakura_ueno_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL343.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL343.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYozakura at Ueno ParkYozakura at Ueno Park (上野公園夜桜) is one of the best way to enjoy Sakura at Night. Ueno Park is located in Ueno, Tokyo. It is one of the most popular Sakura spot in Tokyo. There are 800 Sakura trees that bloom in early April. On the weekend, people gather here and have hanami party. The light of lanterns keeps until 8pm for night party as well. It is called Yozakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Light-up until 20:00.
No BBQ
<b>Access</b>
0. Ueno station.
1. walk (3 min.)
yes339http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/misaki_port/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL199.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL199.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMisaki PortMisaki Port (三崎港) is a port town located in Miura peninsula, Kanagawa prefecture. It is a town of Tuna. There are many Tuna stores and fish market that serve the fresh seafood that unloaded at Misaki port. Of course there are many Tuna restaurants as well. Because it is located with 2 hours from Tokyo, Misaki port is very popular tourist spot in Kanagawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is public parking.
Use Urari's restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kurihama Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Misakiguchi.
2. use local bus to Misakiko.
yes597http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_yokote_ski_resort/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL090.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL090.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt.Yokote Ski ResortMt.Yokote Ski Resort (横手山スキー場) has one of the longest ski season in Japan. It is located in Shiga Highland, Nagano prefecture. The slope of Yokoteyama is located on the highest place in Japan. Its altitude is 2,305m. Because it is located so high on the mountain, you can enjoy ski until May.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
One Day lift ticket: 4,800 yen for adult, 4,000 yen for senior and 2,400 yen for kids.
Deposit for the card: 500 yen.
Time: 8:30 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station.
1. use Nagaden Nagano Line to Yutanaka.
2. use bus to Hasuike.
3. change bus to Kumanoyu
yes474http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaikoen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL096.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL096.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKaikoenKaikoen (懐古園) is a ruin of Japanese castle located in Komoro, Nagano pref. It is one of 100 best Japanese castles. Originally, it was constructed by Yamamoto Kansuke. Then, Sengoku Hidehisa finished it. This castle is very unique because it is located lower than castle town. Many famous poets like Shimazaki Toson visit here and wrote a poem. It is also very famous Sakura spot in Nagano.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for all museum. 200 yen for kids.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00
From December to middle of March, Wednesday is closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinanoi Station.
1. use Shinano line to Komoro.
2. walk (2 min.)
yes368http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arato_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL093.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL093.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfArato castleArato castle (荒砥城) is a mountain castle located in Chikuma, Nagano. It was constructed in Muromachi Period. It was used to be a castle of Yamada clan. This castle was abandoned in 1584. The gates, walls, keeps and houses are reconstructed as in that time. It has typical structures of Japanese mountain castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult. Free for under Junior high.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry is 16:30)
Closed from: 12/29 to 1/3
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinanoi Station.
1. use Shinano line to Tokuga Station.
2. walk west.
yes278http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/inariyamajuku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL092.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL092.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfInariyamajukuInariyamajuku (稲荷山宿) is an old post town located in Chikuma, Nagano prefecture. There are many traditional houses and kura remaining in this town. Therefore, it has a view of Edo period.It was used to be one of the largest post towns on Zenkoji temple road.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking at Kurashikan museum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinanoi station.
1. use Shinano Line to Yashiro Station.
2. walk west (30 min.)
yes328http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sarashina_shrine_katakuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL095.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL095.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKatakuri at Sarashina ShrineSarashina Shrine (佐良志奈神社) is famous for Dogtooth Violet. It is located Chikuma, Nagano prefecture. In early April, beautiful Katakuri Flowers bloom at the shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinanoi Station.
1. use Shinano line to Tokuga Station.
2. walk west.
yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/anzu_no_sato/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL094.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL094.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAnzu no SatoAnzu no Sato (あんずの里) is an apricot farm located Chikuma, Nagano pref. There are about 100,000 Anzu trees in this area. Around the beginning of April beautiful flowers bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Most of the parking place charge you 500 yen.
Don't park your car on the street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinanoi Station.
1. use Shinano Line to Yashiro.
2. walk (30min.)
yes310http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_at_shiroyamainari/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL073.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL073.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura at ShiroyamainariSakura at Shiroyamainari (城山稲荷神社) is one of the Sakura spot in Saitama. There is small but beautiful Sakura avenue. This Inari Shrine was established in the end of Sengoku period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. At Kumagaya Station.
1. use JR Takasaki Line to Honjo.
2. walk 15 min.
yes171http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/togura_kamiyamada_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL091.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL091.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTogura Kamiyamada OnsenTogura Kamiyamada Onsen(戸倉上山田温泉) is one of Onsen town located in Chikuma, Nagano prefecture. There are about 50 Onsen Hotel and Ryokan. Also there are 7 Public Onsen in this town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking at Public Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinanoi Station.
1. use Shinano line to Togura.
2. walk west (20 min.)
yes396http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nanko_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNanko ParkNanko Park is one of the popular Sakura spot in Shirakawa, Fukushima. Around the lake side, there are about 800 beautiful Sakura. From the middle to the end of April, beautiful Sakura bloom. It has a beautiful scenery of Mt. Nasu as a back ground.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin - Fukushima Station.
1. walking to East (30 min.)
yes378http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_nanko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake NankoLake Nanko is one of the national historic site and scenic beauty in Fukushima. It is also very famous Sakura spot in Shirakawa. There are 800 Sakura that bloom in the middle of April. Lake Nanko is the oldest park in Japan. Therefore, it is designated as national historic site and scenic beauty.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin - Fukushima Station.
1. walking to East (30 min.)
yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nanko_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNanko ShrineNanko Shrine (南湖神社) is located in Shirakawa, Fukushima. It was established in 1922. It enshrines Matsudaira Sadanobu. There is a sacred Sakura tree for this shrine. It is about 200 years old beautiful Sakura. It is called Rakuou Zakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Shinshirakawa Station.
1. use bus to Nankokoen.
2. walk
yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otohimezakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOtohimezakuraOtohimezakura (乙姫桜) is one of the beautiful Sakura in Shirakawa, Fukushima. It is located in side of Myokanji Temple. It is 400 years old beautiful Red Sweeping Sakura. The record of the temple said, it was given by Date Masamune. It bloom in the middle of April.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking but no restroom.
No Hanami party.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shirakawa Station.
1. walk south.
yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/genseizakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGenseizakuraGenseizakura (源清桜) is one of the popular Sakura in Shirakawa, Fukushima. It is located inside of Myotokuji Temple. It is 400 years old Red Sweeping Sakura. It was planted when the first priest of this temple found Myotokuji. It bloom in the middle of April.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking but no restroom.
No Hanami party.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shirakawa Station.
1. walk south.
yes133http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suirakuen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSuirakuenSuirakuen (翠楽苑) is a Japanese garden located in Shirakawa, Fukushima. It is designed by Matsudaira Sadanobu, the lord of Shirakawa in 1801. It is a beautiful pond surrounding style garden. There are many tea houses and resting place for enjoying the moment. It has Plum, Sakura, Azalea, Iris and many other seasonable flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 320 yen for adult. 160 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Free on: Jan 1, May 5 and 3rd Monday of September.
Office hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30), Dec. to Mar. closed 30min. earlier.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shin-Shirakawa Station.
1. use Local Bus to Nankokoen.
2. walk
yes332http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takamizu_sanzan_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL344.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL344.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakamizu sanzan TrekkingTakamizu sanzan Trekking (高水三山ハイキング) is three mountains located in Okutama, Tokyo. It consists of Mt. Takamizu, Mt. Iwatakeishi and Mt. Sogaku. It is a popular hiking spot in Tokyo. The entire trekking will take about 5 hours. It is very easy to access from Tokyo metro.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom. No parking space.
The course time is 4 to 5 hours.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tachikawa Stataion.
1. use JR Ome Line to Mitake or Ikusabatake.
yes599http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jomon_sugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJomon SugiJomon Sugi (縄文杉) is the largest cedar tree in Japan. It is the main attraction in Yakushima Island. Jomon Sugi is about 25.3m tall and 16.4m girth. The altitude of Jomon Sugi is about 1,300m from the sea level, and the route of Jomon Sugi is very popular trekking spot in Yakushima. The age of Jomon Sugi is calculated from 2,000 to 7,200 years old.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The route to the Jomon sugi takes about 5 hours.
There are some restroom and water spots in the route.
The shuttle bus to the entrance is available at Yakusugi Shizenkan.
You can order Lunch Box at hotel or any other stores and they will delivery at the Yakusugi Shizenkan in the morning.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus stop very early in the morning (4am)
1. use shuttle bus to Yakusugi Shizenkan.
2. use shuttle bus to the entrance of Arakawa Tozando.
3. walk 5 hours.yes107http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/wilson_stump/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWilson StumpWilson Stump (ウィルソン株) is one of the most popular spot in Yakushima Island. It is a huge stump of Yakusugi that was cut about 300 years ago. It is about 13.8m girth 2,000 years old cedar tree. Inside of Wilson Stump is open and the roof has a figure of heart.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The route to the Jomon sugi takes about 5 hours.
There are some restroom and water spots in the route.
The shuttle bus to the entrance is available at Yakusugi Shizenkan.
You can order Lunch Box at hotel or any other stores and they will delivery at the Yakusugi Shizenkan in the morning.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus stop very early in the morning (4am)
1. use shuttle bus to Yakusugi Shizenkan.
2. use shuttle bus to the entrance of Arakawa Tozando.
3. walk 3 hours.yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jomonsugi_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJomonsugi TrekkingJomonsugi Trekking (縄文杉コース) is the most popular tourism in Yakushima Island. It is about 10 hours trekking for round trip. This route leads to Jomonsugi that is the largest Yakusugi trees in Japan. It has many giant Yakusugi that is over 1,000 years old Cedar trees. Around the area of Jomon sugi is designated as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the best nature spot in Japan. The forest of Yakushima is such a beautiful scenery in the world.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The route to the Jomon sugi takes about 5 hours.
There are some restroom and water spots in the route.
The shuttle bus to the entrance is available at Yakusugi Shizenkan.
You can order Lunch Box at hotel or any other stores and they will delivery at the Yakusugi Shizenkan in the morning.
Mountain Fee: 500 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus stop very early in the morning (4am)
1. use shuttle bus to Yakusugi Shizenkan.
2. use shuttle bus to the entrance of Arakawa Tozando.
3. walk 10 hours.yes901http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oko_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOko FallsOko Falls (大川の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Yakushima. It is a 88m tall dynamic waterfalls. It is the best waterfalls in Yakushima Island.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
use local bus to Okonotaki.yes251http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/senpiro_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSenpiro fallsSenpiro falls (千尋の滝) is one of the popular waterfalls in Yakushima Island. It is about 60m tall waterfalls located in southern Yakushima. Westside of the falls is giant rock of Mt. Mocchomudake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Bus stop, Tainokawa. Then walk 40 min.yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagata_inaka_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNagata Inaka BeachNagata Inaka Beach (永田いなか浜) is the only beach with white sand in Yakushima Island. It is located on the western Yakushima Island. It is also famous for an egg-laying site of sea turtle. Sea turtles will appear for laying from middle of May to end of July.
<b>Tourist info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus station.
1. get off at Inakahama.yes253http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shitogo_gajumaru_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShitogo Gajumaru ParkShitogo Gajumaru Park (志戸子ガジュマル) is a Banyan park located in northern Yakushima.
There are many Gajumaru trees and some of them are about 500 years old. The texture of Gajumaru is so strong and unique.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen for adult, 100 yen for under high school.
Time: 8:30 to 18:30 (17:30 from Sep. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus station.
1. stop at Nakabashi Station.
2. walk 18 min.yes351http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/seibu_rindo_road/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSeibu Rindo RoadSeibu Rindo Road (西部林道) is located in western Yakushima Island. It is a part of Yakushima UNESCO World Heritage Site. It goes through the Jangle of Yakushima.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You can see wild monkey and deer.
Don't stop your car when you are driving.
Don't give any food to wild animal.
Watch out the pedestrians.
<b>Access</b>
Needs a car.yes172http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yakushima_nunobiki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYakushima Nunobiki FallsYakushima Nunobiki Falls (屋久島 布引きの滝) is one of the waterfalls in Yakushima. It is located northern Yakushima Island. It is about 20m tall waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at bus station.
1. stop Issoh Station.
2. walk 1 min.yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yakushima_ryujin_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYakushima Ryujin FallsYakushima Ryujin Falls (屋久島 竜神の滝) is one of the waterfalls in Yakushima Island. It is about 30m tall and located in southern Yakushima.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Anbo town.
1. drive to Senpiro Fallsyes116http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sandai_sugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSandai SugiSandai Sugi (三代杉) is one of huge Cedar trees located in Yakushima Island. It means 3 generation cedar. It is 38.4m tall and 4.4m round. 1st generation tree was 1500 years old and fell about 1200 years ago. 2nd generation was grown over the 1st one and cut when it was 1000 years old. 3rd generation is now groaning over the 2nd generation.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The route to the Jomon sugi takes about 5 hours.
There are some restroom and water spots in the route.
The shuttle bus to the entrance is available at Yakusugi Shizenkan.
You can order Lunch Box at hotel or any other stores and they will delivery at the Yakusugi Shizenkan in the morning.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus stop very early in the morning (4am)
1. use shuttle bus to Yakusugi Shizenkan.
2. use shuttle bus to the entrance of Arakawa Tozando.
3. walk 2 hours.yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nioh_sugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNioh SugiNioh Sugi (仁王杉) is a huge Yakusugi tree located in Jomonsugi route. It has a shape of Nio Statue. At the middle of the tree, it has a shape of Nioh's mouth.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The route to the Jomon sugi takes about 5 hours.
There are some restroom and water spots in the route.
The shuttle bus to the entrance is available at Yakusugi Shizenkan.
You can order Lunch Box at hotel or any other stores and they will delivery at the Yakusugi Shizenkan in the morning.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus stop very early in the morning (4am)
1. use shuttle bus to Yakusugi Shizenkan.
2. use shuttle bus to the entrance of Arakawa Tozando.
3. walk 2 hours.yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daio_sugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDaio SugiDaio Sugi (大王杉) is one of the giant cedar in Yakushima Island. It is 24.7m tall and 11.1m girth. It was used to be the largest Yakusugi in Yakushima. It is about 3,000 years old Yakusugi. Daio means the King of Cedar.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus stop very early in the morning (4am)
1. use shuttle bus to Yakusugi Shizenkan.
2. use shuttle bus to the entrance of Arakawa Tozando.
3. walk 2 hours.yes98http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/meoto_sugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMeoto SugiMeoto Sugi (夫婦杉) is a couple of Yakusugi located in the Jomonsugi route. Two difference cedars are merged on the middle of the trees. The larger one is the husband and their have 500 years age difference.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus stop very early in the morning (4am)
1. use shuttle bus to Yakusugi Shizenkan.
2. use shuttle bus to the entrance of Arakawa Tozando.
3. walk 2 hours.yes71http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakama_gajumaru/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNakama GajumaruNakama Gajumaru (中間ガジュマル) is one of a huge Banyan located in southern Yakushima Island. The shape of this Gajumari is a large gate. This natural gate was used for NHK drama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any bus station.
1. use a local bus to Nakama.
2. walk 2 min.yes202http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/east_china_sea_view_spot/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEast China Sea View spotspot in Yakushima Island. It has a great view of East China Sea. Because it faces to the west, it has a beautiful Sunset.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. 10 min. from Miyanoura Port.yes85http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oko_spring/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOko SpringOko Spring (大川湧水) is one of the 100 best water located in Yakushima Island. It is very soft water because it doesn't contain much minerals. It is located near Oko Falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
You can drink this water.
<b>Access</b>
0. at any Bus Station.
1. use local bus to Okonotaki.
2. walkyes93http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiratani_unsui_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShiratani Unsui ValleyShiratani Unsui Valley is one of the popular spot in Yakushima. It has many beautiful Moss field that was appears in the movie Princess Mononoke and Yakusugi, giant 1,000 years old Cedar trees. It is about four hours of trekking. This valley has one of the best scenic beauty in Japan, especially moss field and water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
You need trekking shoes, water and lunch box.
For beginners.
Takes 4 to 5 hours.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Miyanoura Port.
1. use a bus to Shiratani Unsui Valley (35 min.)yes1025http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kokemusumori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKokemusumoriKokemusumori (苔むす森) is one of the main attraction in Yakushima Isaland. It is a deep forest covered with full of moss. The image of Princess Mononoke is coming from here. Kokemusumori is located in Shiratani Unsui Valley. It is one of the best scenic beauty in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
You need trekking shoes, water and lunch box.
For beginners.
Takes 4 to 5 hours.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Miyanoura Port.
1. use a bus to Shiratani Unsui Valley (35 min.)yes116http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suginoya_chopsticks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSuginoya Chopsticks CraftingSuginoya (杉の舎) is a Yakusugi Craft Shop located right next to Yakushima airport. It has many beautiful Yakusugi, the giant cedar tree, craft works. Suginoya also offers making chopsticks from Yakusugi. About 2 hours, you can make your own Yakusugi chopsticks.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Making Chopsticks: 1050 yen or more.
Takes: 1 to 2 hours.
Need a reservation.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yakushima Airport.
1. walk (5 min.)yes578http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toroki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfToroki FallsToroki Falls (トローキの滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Yakushima Island. It is 6m tall waterfalls. This fall directly fall into sea. Only 2 waterfalls fall into sea in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at bus station.
1. use local bus to Tainokawa.
2. walk.yes119http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiryu_otoshi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHiryu Otoshi FallsHiryu Otoshi Falls (飛竜おとしの滝) is one of the waterfalls in Yakushima. It is located in Shiratani Unsui Valley. The height is about 50m tall. It is the first attraction in that Valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
You need trekking shoes, water and lunch box.
For beginners.
Takes 4 to 5 hours.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Miyanoura Port.
1. use a bus to Shiratani Unsui Valley (35 min.)yes115http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/taiko_rock/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTaiko RockTaiko Rock (太鼓岩) is located in Shiratani Unsui Valley. It is located at the goal of its trekking. Its altitude is 1050m from the sea level and has a great view of Yakushima's valleys and mountains. It is the goal of Shiratani Unsui Valley Trekking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
You need trekking shoes, water and lunch box.
For beginners.
Takes 4 to 5 hours.
Be very careful.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Miyanoura Port.
1. use a bus to Shiratani Unsui Valley (35 min.)yes89http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kigensugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKigensugiKigensugi (紀元杉) is one of the Giant Cedar Tree located in Yakushima. It is about 3,000 years old Yakusugi. The height is 19.5m and its girth 8.1m.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yakusugi_land/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYakusugi LandYakusugi Land (ヤクスギランド) is one of main attraction in Yakushima Isuland. It is a nature park with full of Yakusugi, the giant cedar trees. It has a 3 hours of hiking course that you can enjoy a great nature of Yakushima.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen.
Time: 8:30 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at bus stop Anboko.
1. use bus to Kigensugi.
2. get off at Yakusugiland.yes591http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nanahonsugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNanahonsugiNanahonsugi (七本杉) is one of Yakusugi located in Shiratani Unsui Valley. It is about 22m tall and 3.1m girth giant cedar tree.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
You need trekking shoes, water and lunch box.
For beginners.
Takes 4 to 5 hours.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Miyanoura Port.
1. use a bus to Shiratani Unsui Valley (35 min.)yes129http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nezame_no_toko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL097.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL097.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNezame no TokoNezame no Toko (寝覚の床) is one of scenic beauty of Kiso, Nagano prefecture. It is designated as the national scenic beauty. The huge rock was eroded by Kiso River and shape a unique figure. It has a beautiful green water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Be very careful.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Agematsu.
2. walk.yes123http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyotaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL098.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL098.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKiyotaki FallsKiyotaki Falls (清滝) is 30m tall waterfalls located in Otaki, Kiso. It is very popular Takigo spot.
In winter, it will be frozen up completely.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is dressing room for Takigyo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use bus to Kiyotaki.yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shintaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL099.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL099.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShintaki FallsShintaki Falls (新滝) is 30m tall waterfalls located in Otaki, Kiso. It is very popular Takigo spot.
In winter, it will be frozen up completely.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is dressing room for Takigyo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use bus to Shintaki.yes262http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kkazawa_nature_healing_forest/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL100.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL100.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAkazawa Nature Healing ForestAkazawa Nature Healing Forest (赤沢自然休養林) is one of forest parks located in Kiso, Nagano. There are many hiking courses that you can enjoy beautiful forest. Each courses is well maintained and very easy to walk. There is a small train to reach the other end of park. Some of the courses have beautiful rivers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
The Train: 800 yen.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. From 19 to 473.yes463http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yayoisugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYayoisugiYayoisugi (弥生杉) is one of Yakusugi located in Shiratani Unsui valley. It is about 3,000 years old cedar tree. It is 26.1m tall and 8.1m girth.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Miyanoura Port.
1. Use local bus to Shirataniunsuikyo.
2. Walk (20 min.)yes63http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nidaiosugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNidaiosugiNidaiosugi (二代大杉) is one of Yakusugi located in Yakushima Island. It is 2 generations cedar tree. The current one is grown over the old one. It is about 32m tall and 4.4m girth.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
3. at Miyanoura Port.
4. Use local bus to Shirataniunsuikyo.
5. Walk (20 min.)yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanbonashisugi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSanbonashisugiSanbonashisugi (三本足杉) is one of the popular cedar in Shiratani Unsui Valley. It has three legs just like tripod. It is about 300 years old, 25m tall and 3.9m girth.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
6. at Miyanoura Port.
7. Use local bus to Shirataniunsuikyo.
8. Walk (20 min.)yes129http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/pillow_lava/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KS028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfPillow LavaPillow Lava (枕状溶岩) is one of the unique scenery in Yakushima Island, Kagoshima Prefecture. The lava cooled down under water. Therefore, lava becomes a rock so instantly and shapes unique rocks. This lava is about 100 million years old.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. bus station.
1. Use local bus to Takamibashiyes152http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shirayasawa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL075.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL075.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShirayasawa ValleyShirayasawa Valley (白谷沢) is a small valley located in Hanno, Saitama prefecture. There are many beautiful waterfalls located in This valley. This is also located on the way to Mt. Bounorei that has a beautiful view.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hanno Station.
1. use bus to Naguriko Iriguchi.
2. walk 4 hours.yes329http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bozukuri_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL205.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL205.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBozukuri FallsBozukuri Falls (棒作りの滝) is a large waterfalls located in Yamakita, Kanagawa Prefecture. It is 40m tall waterfalls. It was used for training monks.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space on the street. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive 76 to north. yes190http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takigo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL203.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL203.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakigo FallsTakigo Falls (滝郷の滝) is 20m tall waterfalls located in Matuda, Kanagawa Prefecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive to Yadorigi Shizen Kyuyo Village. 10 min. from its parking.yes159http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_bounorei/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL076.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL076.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. BounoreiMt. Bounorei (棒ノ嶺) is one of the very popular hiking spot in Saitama and Tokyo. It is 969m tall mountain located between Saitama and Tokyo. It has a great view of Oku-Musashi. The trekking route is either from Tokyo or Hanno. It is about 4 hours of trekking. There is a beautiful valley in Hanno side.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hanno Station.
1. use bus to Naguriko Iriguchi.
2. walk 4 hours.yes131http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyama_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL202.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL202.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyama FallsKoyama Falls (神山滝) is one of waterfalls in Kanagawa prefecture. It is 15m tall 2 steps waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsuda Station.
1. walk east (30 min.)yes182http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujikake_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL074.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL074.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFujikake FallsFujikake Falls (藤懸の滝) is one of the waterfalls in Shiraya Valley, Hanno, Saitama prefecture. It is 2-step 10m tall waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hanno Station.
1. use bus to Naguriko Iriguchi.
2. walk 1 hours.
yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamayuri_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL204.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL204.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYamayuri FallsYamayuri Falls (山ゆりの滝) is a small waterfalls located in Kanagawa. It is about 10m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. From Route 246 to north from Yamakita Station.
yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hydrangea_shimoda_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI105.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI105.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHydrangea in Shimoda park Shimoda park(下田公園のアジサイ) is one of the popular Ajisai spot in Izu Peninsula. It is located southend of Izu Peninsula. There are about 150,000 Hydrangea Trees that bloom 3 million flowers. From the beginning to the end of June, beautiful Ajisai bloom. Shimoda park was used to be Japanese mountain castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Parking 500 yen.
There are food stand during June.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shimoda Station.
1. use local or shuttle bus to Shimoda park.
yes402http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawazu_iris_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI106.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI106.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKawazu Iris GardenKawazu Iris Garden (かわづ花菖蒲園) is one of the best Iris spot in Shizuoka. It has 60 kinds 12,000 Iris flowers. Unlike others that bloom in middle of June, Iris of this garden bloom from the middle of May to early June. There are so many different kinds of beautiful Iris you can enjoy.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen for adult. Free for under Junior high.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. Shimoda Station.
1. use Izukyu Line to Kawazu Station.
2. walk north (15 min.)
yes318http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_garden_ito_ocean_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI107.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI107.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAjisai garden of Ito Ocean ParkAjisai garden of Ito Ocean Park (伊豆海洋公園あじさい苑) is a great Hydrangea spot in Shizuoka. There are 230 kinds 3,000 Ajisai trees in this garden. Ajisai bloom from May to July that is the longest season in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (16:00 from Nov. to the end of Feb.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shimoda Station.
1. use Izukyu Line to Jogasakikaigan
2. walk (20min.)
yes247http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKasamaKasama (笠間) is the city of ceramic located in middle of north Ibaraki Prefecture. There are many private ceramic studios. At the Craft Hills Kasama, you can enjoy experiencing making ceramics as well. Also, Kasama Inari Shrine is another main attraction of Kasama. It is one of 3 major Inari Shrines in Japan. Kasama is one of the great one day trip spot from Tokyo area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at each spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Mito Line to Kasama Station.
yes665http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasama_inari_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKasama Inari ShrineKasama Inari Shrine (笠間稲荷神社) is one of the three major Inari shrine in Japan. It is located in Kasama, Ibaraki prefrecture. It was established in 651. As the god of farming, industry, merchant and fishin Inari shrine has been highly respected since acient Japan to even today. Many of the feudal lords in this region also had donated lots of properties. Today, about 3.5 million visitors worship at Kasama Inari Shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are public parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Mito Line to Kasama.
2. walk north (20 min.)
yes231http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/craft_hills_kasama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCraft Hills KasamaCraft Hills Kasama (笠間工芸の丘) is located in Kasama, Ibaraki Prefecture. It is a shop and school of Kasama-yaki, Kasama style Japanese ceramic. You can experience a making Kasama-yaki by a pottery wheel or your own hands. It has also painting on ceramics, as well. Not only experiencing Kasama-yaki, Craft Hills Kasama has also ceramic school. At the gift shop, they have also local products of all over Ibaraki. At the museum, they display some of the masterpieces by ceramic artists and you can buy them, too.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Business hours: 10:00 to 17:00
Closed: Monday (Tuesday if Monday is holiday)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito station.
1. use JR Mito Line to Kasama.
2. use local bus to Kasama geijutsunomorikoen.
yes600http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasai_shinsui_ryokudo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL080.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL080.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKasai Shinsui RyokudoKasai Shinsui Ryokudo (葛西親水緑道の菖蒲) is one of the Iris spot in Koshigaya, Saitama. Kasai Shinsui Ryokdo is a road 1.3km long riverside road located near Koshigaya City Center. Over 30 kinds of Iris are planted in this small Iris pond.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Tobu Noda Line to Kasukabe Station.
2. use Tobu Isezaki Line to Koshigaya.
3. walk east.yes252http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/satte_ajisai_festa/2016-06-12monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL078.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL078.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSatte Ajisai Festafrom the beginning of June to the beginning of July. It is held at Satte Gongendo Bank. There are about 100 kinds 16,000 Ajisai Trees in this bank. During the festival, there are food stands, local shops that sale local products.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Tobu Dobutsukoen.
1. use Tobu Line to Satte Station.
2. use bus to Gongendoyes344http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_at_tamashiki_park/2016-06-12monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL079.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL079.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAjisai at Tamashiki ParkAjisai at Tamashiki Park (玉敷公園) is very popular in Kazo, Saitama Prefecture. There are about 10,000 Ajisai Trees in this park. From the beginning of June to the end of June, beautiful Hydrangea bloom beautifuly.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. Use Tohoku Line to Kurihashi.
2. Use Tobu Line to Kazo.
3. Walk south.yes302http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_at_sumida_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL345.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL345.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAjisai at Sumida ParkAjisai at Sumida Park (墨田公園アジサイ) is very popular in June. There are about 7,000 Ajisai Trees in this park. In June, they will be blooming beautifully with rain. Ajisai, Hydrangea is the way to enjoy rainy season in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. At Asakusa Station.
1. walk (2 min.)yes282http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinagawa_intercity/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL346.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL346.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShinagawa IntercityShinagawa Intercity (品川インターシティ・フリーマーケット) has a freemarket every Sunday and holiday. About 120 shops opens in this market. You can enjoy shopping for clothings, accessories and anyother stuff.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Time: 10:00 to 16:00
Every Sunday and Holiday.
Admission: Free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. walk south (5 min.)yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_at_meigetsuin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL206.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL206.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAjisai at MeigetsuinAjisai at Meigetsuin (明月院のアジサイ) is the most famous Ajisai, Hydrangea spot in Kamakura. There are about 2,500 Hydrangea in this temple. With the beautiful Japanese garden of temple, Hydranega bloom beautifully. From the beginning of June to the begining of July, they will bloom and many people visit here during the season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Admission in June: 500 yen.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Kitakamakura.
2. walk south (10 min.)yes290http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamegayatsusaka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL207.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL207.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKamegayatsusakaKamegayatsusaka (亀ヶ谷坂) is one of the 7 Kiritoshi, the entrance of Kamakura. It was made in Kamakura period. It is registered as the national historic site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. walk north (20 min.)yes140http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lotus_chiba_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL066.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL066.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLotus in Chiba ParkChiba Park(千葉公園のハス) is located near Chiba Station, Chiba Prefecture. It has a beautiful pond with lotus. It is Oga Lotus that bloom from the middle of June to beginning of July. About 500 Lotus flowers bloom.
Tourist Info.
There is parking and restroom.
Lotus bloom from very early in the morning to around 10 am.
Access
0. at Chiba Station.
1. walk north (10 min.)yes232http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_hakone_tozan_line/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL209.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL209.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAjisai along the Hakone Tozan LineAjisai along the Hakone Tozan Line (箱根登山鉄道のアジサイ), there are many beautiful Ajisai. From the middle of June to July, beautiful Hydrangea bloom. There are beautiful light-up at night for Ajisai.
Tourist Info.
Season: From Mid June to early July.
Night Ajisai Line is all only for reserved passengers.
Access
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station.
1. ride on Hakone Tozan Line.yes180http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_gora_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL210.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL210.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAjisai in Gora ParkGora Park (強羅公園のアジサイ) has Ajisai Exhibition from June to July. It displays many kinds of beautiful Hydrangea. You can also buy these beautiful Ajisai. The park has also great Ajisai. Also, Roses are still beautifully blooming.
Tourist Info.
Admission: 500 yen, Kids free.
Business hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
There is parking.
Access
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station.
1. use Hakone Tozan Line to Gora (36 min.)
2. walk (5 min.) yes339http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL211.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL211.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAjisai BridgeAjisai Bridge (あじさい橋) is Hydrangea spot located in Hakone Yumoto, Kanagawa. It is a bridge on Hayakawa River and one of the symbols of Hakone Yumoto Onsen. From the middle of June to the beginning of July, beautiful Hydrangea bloom.
Tourist Info.
There is no parking or restroom.
Access
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station.
1. walk.yes214http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tamadare_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL214.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL214.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTamadare Fallsthe main feature of Hakone Yumoto Onsen. There is another waterfalls called Hien Falls.
Tourist Info.
There is parking and restroom.
Access
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station.
1. walk south (10 min.)yes168http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_odawara_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL215.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL215.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAjisai at Odawara castleAjisai at Odawara castle (小田原城のアジサイ) is also very famous in Kanagawa. There are about 2,100 Hydrangea that bloom in June. At the same time about 6,000 Iris bloom, too. During the season, there is Ajisai festival and lighten up flowers at night.
Tourist Info.
Entrance fee for Tenshu: 400 yen. Open from 8:00 to 21:00.
There are history museum and art gallery in the park.
Access
0. at Kozu Station
1. use JR Tokaido line to Odawara (7 min.)
2. walk South (10 min.) yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sarusawa_ishidatami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL213.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL213.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSarusawa IshidatamiSarusawa Ishidatami (猿沢石畳) is a historical pass of Hakone. It is a stone floor walk of Hakone Road. It is about 255m long. It was constructed in 1680 and designated as national historic site.
It is a part of Tokaido Road.
Tourist Info.
There is no parking or restroom.
Access
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station
1. walk west.yes120http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hakone_hakusan_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL212.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL212.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHakone Hakusan ShrineYumoto. It was established in 738. It was highly respected as the protector of Onsen in Hakone. There are Komainu Statues with their babies.
Tourist Info.
There is no parking.
There is restroom nearby.
Access
0. at Hakone Yumoto Station.
1. walk south (10 min.)yes102http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/goryo_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL208.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL208.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGoryo ShrineGoryo Shrine(御霊神社) is one of the old shrine located in Kamakura. It was enshrines in late Heian Period. It also enshrines Fukurokuju that is one of 7 lucky gods shrine in Kamakura.
Tourist Info.
There is no parking or restroom.
Access
0. at Kamakura.
1. use Enoden Line to Hase.
2. walk west.yes120http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/urami_falls_of_minakami/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL056.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL056.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUrami Falls of MinakamiUrami Falls of Minakami (水上 裏見の滝) is one of the best warefalls in Gunma Prefecture. It is about 80m tall 2-step waterfalls located in Minakami. The largest falls is about 50m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive route 291 to 63. yes134http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uonuma_meguro_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUonuma Meguro HouseUonuma Meguro House (魚沼目黒邸) is one of the traditional house located in Uonuma, Niigata Prefecture. It was constructed in 1797. Meguro Family was used to be Samurai of Ashina clan. In Edo period, they became farmer. This house presents the structure of house heavy snow area. There is a beautiful Japanese garden. Because of its historical value, Meguro House is desiginated as the national important historical assets.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 300 yen
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
Close: from Dec. to Mar.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagaoka Station.
1. use JR Joetsu Line to Koide
2. use JR Tadami Line to Echigosuhara.
3. walk north. yes412http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uonuma_sato_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUonuma Sato HouseUonuma Sato House (魚沼佐藤家) is one of the farmers house located in Uonuma, Niigata prefecture. It was constructed in 1738. Uonuma is one of the heavy snow region in Japan. This area has over 3m deep of snow every winter. Therefore, the structure of this house is very strong. Because of its historical value, Sato House is designated as the national important historical assets.
<b>Tourist</b>
There is parking.
Admission: 100 yen.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00
Close: Dec. to Mar.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagaoka Station.
1. use JR Joetsu Line to Koide
2. use JR Tadami Line to Echigosuhara.
3. walk west. yes400http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiozawa_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShiozawa JukuShiozawa Juku (塩沢宿) is Edo style town located in Minami Uonuma, Niigata prefecture. It was used to be a post town between the area of the sea of Japan and Edo. Bokusih St. has been fully restored as the look of Edo period. All the houses and shops on this street changed to the look of Traditional building.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restrom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagaoka Station.
1. use JR Joetsu Line to Shiozawa.
2. walk south.yes278http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamisuzu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL081.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL081.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKamisuzu FallsKamisuzu Falls (神鈴の滝) is a group of waterfalls located on Mt Mitsutouge, Yamanashi prefecture. It is located on the trekking route of Mt Mitsutouge. There are many small waterfalls in this spots. It is about 400m long.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fujisan Station.
1. use Fujikyu line to Mitsutoge.yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_mitsutouge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL082.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL082.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt MitsutougeMt Mitsutouge (三つ峠) is one of the popular hiking spot in Yamanashi. It has a great view of Mt Fuji. Mitsutoge means three peaks. It is the name of three mountains, Mt Kaiun, Mt Misutaka and Mt Kinashi. It is one of the Shugendo mountain. It is one of the 200 and 300 best mountains in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It is about 6 hours of trekking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fujisan Station.
1. use Fujikyu line to Mitsutoge.
2. walk.yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ajisai_mt_tenjo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL083.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL083.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAjisai at Mt TenjoAjisai at Mt Tenjo (天上山のアジサイ) is very famous in Lake Kawaguchi. There are about 100,000 Ajisai, Hydrangea planted on the hiking route of Mt Tenjo. Because they are located on the high altitude, Ajisai bloom from the middle of July to August.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Ajisai blooms from the middle of July to the beginning of August.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fujisan Station.
1. use Fujikyu Line to Kawaguchi Station.
2. walk (20 min.)yes289http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/edogawaku_gold_fish_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL347.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL347.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEdogawaku Gold Fish Matsurifish market at Gyosen Park. In this market, there are about 20,000 gold fishes prepared for Kingyo Sukui. Kingyo Sukui, or capturing gold fish by paper scoop, is one of the common game in Japanese Matsuri. Not only Gold fishes, but also it sales other fish related materials such as food, fish tank and others.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There are many food stands opens, too.
The middle of July.
From 10:00 to 18:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Tozai Line to Nishikasai.
2. walk north.yes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_station/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL348.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL348.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTokyo StationTokyo Station (東京駅) is the central station of Japan. It was constructed in 1914. All the major trains including Shinkansen start and end at this station. Exterior of the station has been fully restored as the original structure. Inside of the station, there are lots of gift shops and restaurants that come from all over Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
yes356http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/edo_castle_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL349.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL349.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEdo Castle TourEdo Castle Tour (江戸城外苑ツアー) is one of the popular historic tour around Tokyo Station. Edo castle is where Tokugawa Shogun used to live. It was the largest castle in the world at that time. There are still many original structures and buildings remaining in this castle. It takes about 1 hour to visit all the historic site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)
yes295http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shinrinyoku_tenbodai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL102.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL102.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShinrinyoku TenbodaiShinrinyoku Tenbodai (森林浴展望台) is a walking trail under forest in Yatsugatake. It is about 1 hours of walking under beautiful nature. The altitude is over 2,000m from the sea level. You can enjoy Subapline zone's plants and flowers in this trail.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the station of the ropeway.
Ropeway: round trip for 1900 yen for adult, and 950 yen for kids.
There is a group discount.
Time: 8:40 to 16:40 (4/19 to 7/25, 9/1 to 10/31 weekday, weekend is 20 min early at the first and 20 late at the last), 8:00 to 17:00 (7/26 to 8/31) , 9:00 to 16:00 (11/1 to 4/5)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okaya Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Chino Station.
2. use local bus to Kitayatsugatake ropeway.
yes262http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shirakoma_pond/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL103.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL103.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShirakoma PondShirakoma Pond (白駒の池) is one of the beautiful lake located in North Yatsugatake mountain. The altitude of the lake is about 2,100m from the sea level that is the highest lake located in Japan. It has a beautiful subalpine nature with moss of the forest. It is also beautiful Koyo spot.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okaya Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Chino Station.
2. use local bus to Mugikusatoge.
3. walk (15 min.)
yes175http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokoya_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL104.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL104.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYokoya ValleyYokoya Valley (横谷峡) is one of best tourist spot in Tateshina Highland, Nagano prefecture. It is about 6km long beautiful valley with many waterfalls. Yokoya Valley has many beautiful aspects in each seasons. In Spring, it has green leaves. In Summer, you can play water on the riverside. In Autumn, it has beautiful Koyo. In winter, it has ice walls.
It has a great walking trail. There is Onsen facility on this valley, too.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It takes about 3 hours of walking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okaya Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Chino Station.
2. use local bus to Yokoyakyoiriguchi.
yes265http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsuboniwa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL101.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL101.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsuboniwaTsuboniwa (坪庭) is located on North Yatsugatake mountains. It is a bowl shape flat land made from the lava of Yatsugatake. All the plants and flowers grows on the lava. From May to August, there are many high mountain flowers bloom. With those beautiful flowers, hard lava rock and mountain pine creats the view of Japanese garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the station of the ropeway.
Ropeway: round trip for 1900 yen for adult, and 950 yen for kids.
There is a group discount.
Time: 8:40 to 16:40 (4/19 to 7/25, 9/1 to 10/31 weekday, weekend is 20 min early at the first and 20 late at the last), 8:00 to 17:00 (7/26 to 8/31) , 9:00 to 16:00 (11/1 to 4/5)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okaya Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Chino Station.
2. use local bus to Kitayatsugatake ropeway.
yes268http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otome_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL105.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL105.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOtome FallsOtome Falls (乙女滝) is one of waterfalls located in Yokoya Valley, Nagano prefecture. It is a main feature of its valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It takes about 3 hours of walking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okaya Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Chino Station.
2. use local bus to Yokoyakyoiriguchi.
yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokoya_kirifuri_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL106.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL106.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYokoya Kirifuri FallsYokoya Kirifuri Falls (横谷霧降の滝) is one of the waterfalls in Yokoya Valley. It is about 5m tall waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It takes about 3 hours of walking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okaya Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Chino Station.
2. use local bus to Yokoyakyoiriguchi.
yes114http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokoya_outaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL107.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL107.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYokoya Outaki FallsYokoya Outaki Falls (横谷王滝) is one of waterfalls in Yokoya Valley, Nagano Prefecture. It is very famous for Koyo spot in Nagano.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It takes about 3 hours of walking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okaya Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Chino Station.
2. use local bus to Yokoyakyoiriguchi.
yes92http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokushima_awaodori/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTokushima AwaodoriTokushima Awaodori (徳島阿波踊り) is the best Awaodori Dance Parade in Japan. Awaodori was began in 1587 for celebration of building Tokushima Castle. There are over 1,000 dance teams perform at Tokushima Awaodori. So,about 10,000 dancers dance like crazy during the festival. Tokushima Awaodori is the most exciting and powerful summer festival in Japan. Also, about 1.3 million people enjoy this festival. The team consists with male dancers, female dancers and music players. All team has different style of dance, costume and music. The streets become the stage for their performance.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Period: August 12 to 15.
Time: 18:00 to 23:00
Around Tokushima Station all the streets will be closed.
There are two kinds of stage. Paid stages and free stages.
You can get a map of the stage at the station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokushima Station.
1. walk south.yes551http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/naruto_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNaruto ParkNaruto Park (鳴門公園) is one of the best view park in Tokushima. Naruto Park is located on the hill of Oge Island. Its view of Naruto Strait is registered as National Scenic Beauty. At the high tide and low tide, the flow of sea create the large spirals. The spiral of Naruto Strait that is created by a tidal current is the largest spiral in the world. There are many restaurants, cafe and gift shops in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokushima Station.
1. use JR Naruto Line to Naruto.
2. use local bus to Narutokoen.yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/spiral_walk/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSpiral WalkSpiral Walk (渦の道) is a sky walk under Onaruto Bridge, Tokushima Prefecture. The altitude of the pass is 45m above the sea level. It is a pass to enjoy Naruto Spiral. Naruto Spiral is the most famous phenomenon in Tokushima. Because of the great tideal current at Naruto Strait, it create large spirals at the strait. Spiral Walk access to the top of the spiral. There are see through window on the floor to enjoy the spiral.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen.
Time: 9:00 to 18:00 (10:00 to 17:00 from Oct. to Feb.) GW and August is 8:00 to 19:00.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokushima Station.
1. use JR Naruto Line to Naruto.
2. use local bus to Narutokoen.yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uzushio_kisen_cruise/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUzushio Kisen CruiseUzushio Kisen Cruise (うずしお汽船) is a popular tourism in Naruto Strait in Tokushima. It is about 20 min. cruise and the ship approaches right next to Naruto Spiral. Spiral happens during both high and low tide. At the port, you can check out the time of the tides. It is very exciting cruise in Tokushima.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Ticket: 1,550 yen for adult, 780 yen for kids.
Every 30 min. there is a cruise. At the ticket office, there is an information for tide. So, check out the time of the tide that spirals happen well before you ride on the ship.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokushima Station or Naruto Station.
1. use local bus to Kameuragyoko.
2. walk (5 min.)yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kazura_bridge_iya/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKazura Bridge of IyaKazura Bridge of Iya(祖谷の蔓橋) is one of the most popular tourist spots in Tokushima. It is a suspension bridge made from vines and wood. It is about 45m long and 2m wide and 14m high from the river. Kazura Bridge is made by the traditional way since 12th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen.
Time: From Sunrise to Sunset.
No highheel shoes.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use root 32 near by Karazubashi.yes255http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iya_manikinis_piss/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIya ShonbenkozoIya Manikinis Piss, or Shonbenkozo, (祖谷渓のしょんべん小僧) the most famous scripture in Tokushima. It is located in the middle of Iya Valley. He Ps on the rock of 200m high hard cliff . Kid used to P here for testing their nerve.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking or restroom.
You can park on the street, but be careful.
Never go over the fence.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on route 32.yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/wakimachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWakimachiWakimachi (脇町) is one of the Preserved Area with Traditional Houses located in northern Tokushima Prefecture. There are many Edo style houses with Udatsu walls. This area was famous for Aizome Clothing. Many rich merchant during the Edo period built great houses. Some of the traditional houses are over 300 years old and people are still using them.
It is also chosen as 100 best streets of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at Michinoeki Ai Land Udatsu.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Anabuki Station.
1. walk north.yes390http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/amagoi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAmagoi FallsAmagoi Falls (雨乞の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in the middle of Tokushima prefecture. There are two waterfalls. Wife falls is 45m tall. Husband Falls is 27m tall. Amagoi means pray for rain. In old time, people used to pray for rain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokushima Station.
1. use Local bus to Kamiyama Line.
2. get off at Yoriinaka.
3. walk (1 hour.)yes138http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oboke_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOboke ValleyOboke Valley (大歩危峡) is located in western Tokushima Prefecture. It is one of the great scenery of Tokushima. There is a ship tour. Also, rafting and canoeing is very popular here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at Michinoeki.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsukuda Station.
1. use JR Dosan Line to Oboke Station.
2. walk.yes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/biwa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBiwa FallsBiwa Falls (琵琶の滝) is one of the waterfalls in Iya Valley in Tokushima. It is about 50m tall waterfalls. Biwa means lute. It was named by Hike Worriers after Genpei war.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use root 32 near by Karazubashi.yes180http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamiyama_uguisu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKamiyama Uguisu FallsKamiyama Uguisu Falls (神山うぐいす滝) is one of the waterfalls in Kamiyama, Tokushima. It is about 10m tall waterfalls. It is the first waterfalls you see at Amagoi Falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokushima Station.
1. use Local bus to Kamiyama Line.
2. get off at Yoriinaka.
3. walk (1 hour.)yes164http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamiyama_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKamiyama Fudo FallsKamiyama Fudo Falls (神山不動滝) is one of the waterfalls in Kamiyama, Tokushima. It is about 5m tall waterfalls. It is the 2nd waterfalls you see at Amagoi Falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokushima Station.
1. use Local bus to Kamiyama Line.
2. get off at Yoriinaka.
3. walk (1 hour.)yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamiyama_momiji_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKamiyama Momiji FallsKamiyama Momiji Falls (神山もみじ滝) is one of the waterfalls in Kamiyama, Tokushima. It is about 8m tall waterfalls. It is the 3rd waterfalls you see at Amagoi Falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokushima Station.
1. use Local bus to Kamiyama Line.
2. get off at Yoriinaka.
3. walk (1 hour.)yes128http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamiyama_kannon_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKamiyama Kannon FallsKamiyama Kannon Falls (神山観音滝) is one of the waterfalls in Kamiyama, Tokushima. It is about 8m tall waterfalls. It is the 4th waterfalls you see at Amagoi Falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokushima Station.
1. use Local bus to Kamiyama Line.
2. get off at Yoriinaka.
3. walk (1 hour.)yes165http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/canoe_tour_lk_shima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL060.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL060.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCanoe Tour at Lk ShimaCanoe Tour at Lk Shima (四万湖カヌーツアー) is one of popular water activities in Gunma Prefecture. Lake Shima is an artificial lake located in Shima Onsen. Canoeing at Lake Shima is very easy for beginners because the water is very quiet and small lake. You can approach to right next to the nature.
Tourist Info.
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 5,500 yen for adult. 4,500 yen for kids.
Course: 9:45, 12:30
In summer: 9:00, 11:30, 14:00
Time: 2 hours (about 70 min. on the lake)
Age: 4 or more
Access
Need a car go north of route 353.
yes600http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/wakayama_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWakayama CastleWakayama Castle (和歌山城) is one of hilltop castle located in Wakayama. It was built in 1585. The lord of Wakayama castle was one of Tokugawa clan during Edo period. There are stone walls, moat and some building remaining as the original. It is chosen as one of 100 best Japanese castles and registered national historic site.
Tourist Info.
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 200 yen for kids.
Time: 10:00 to 17:30 (last entry 17:00)
Access
0. at Wakayama Station.
1. use local bus to city center.
yes388http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakasuji_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNakasuji HouseNakasuji House (旧中筋家住宅) is one of the traditional houses in Wakayama. It is Samurai house constructed in 1852. Because of its historical value, it is registered as the national important historical asset. The house has Nagaya Gate, main house, 3 storages and 2 styles of garden. The main house has 3 stories and over 20 rooms. Nakasuji family was one of strong land owner of Wakayama.
Tourist Info.
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen
Time: 9:00 to 16:30
Open only weekend and holiday of March to November.
Access
0. at Wakayama Station.
1. use JR Wakayama Line to Senden station.
2. walk (15 min.)
yes422http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokushima_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TK015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTokushima CastleTokushima Castle (徳島城) is one of 100 best castle located in Tokushima. It was constructed in 1585 by Hachisuka Iemasa. It is registered as the national historic site and scenic beauty. There are many moats and stone walls remaining in this castle. The site of the castle is registered as national historic site and scenic beauty.
Tourist Info.
There is parking and restroom.
Access
0. at Tokushima Station.
1. walk (10 min.)
yes163http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuonji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL084.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL084.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKuonji TempleKuonji Temple (久遠寺) is the head of Nichiren Buddhism Temple located in Yamanashi. Kuonji was established in 1281 by Priest Nichiren. Nichren entered Mt Minobu in 1274 and spent his last years in here. Nichiren died in 1282 at Tokyo and he told his people to build his grave here. As the top of Nichiren Buddhism, many people has worshipped at Kuonji even today. The sprit and teach of Nichiren are still alive here.
Visitor's Info.
There are parking and restroom.
Access
0. at Kofu Station or Fuji Station.
1. use JR Minobu Line to Minobu.
2. walk (30 min.)
There is shuttle bus from Shijuku Station.yes420http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_minobu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL085.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL085.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt MinobuMt Minobu (身延山) is the sacred mountain of Nichiren Buddhism. It is 1,153m tall mountain located in Yamanashi. It has a great view of Mt Fuji. Priest Nichiren spent his last years at this mountain. There is a upper temple of Kuonji temple on the top of Mt Minobu. There is a ropeway to access to the top.
Tourist Info.
There is a parking and restroom.
Admission: 1290 yen for Adult for round trip. 640 yen for kids for round trip.
Time: 8:40 to 16:00 (Mar. 16 to Nov. 15), 9:00 to 15:40 other.
Access
0. at Kofu Station or Fuji Station.
1. use JR Minobu Line to Minobu.
2. walk (30 min.)
There is shuttle bus from Shijuku Station.yes256http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rakuju_en/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI108.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI108.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRakuju-enRakuju-en (楽寿園) is a garden located in Mishima, Shizuoka. It is a garden made by the imperial family in 1890. It is a garden with spring water from Mt Fuji and lava. This garden made on lava is registered as the national scenic beauty. It is also registered as national monument of nature.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 50 yen for kid. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30, Nov. to Mar. 16:00).
Closed: on Monday. When Monday is holiday, Tuesday)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station.
1. Walk ( 1min.)yes320http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miyasan_river/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI109.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI109.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMiyasan RiverMiyasan River (宮さんの川) is a small river located Mishima, Shizuoka. The water of the river come from Rakujuen garden. There are many unique monuments in this river. It is also popular spot for Hotaru.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station.
1. Walk south (5 min.)yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mishima_tokinokane/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI110.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI110.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTokinokaneTokinokane (三島時の鐘) is a time chime located in Mishima-juku, Shizuoka prefecture. The bell was made in 1624. Every 6 pm, any one can ring the bell. The current bell is made in 1950.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station.
1. Use Izu Hakone Sunto Line to Mishima Hirokoji Station.
2. Walk (2 min.)yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gonbe_river/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI111.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI111.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGonbe RiverGonbe River (権兵衛川) is a small river located in Mishima, Shizuoka. There is a strolling walk on the river. The water comes from Kohama Pond of Rakujuen. Water Garden is one of the parks in Mishima.
It has a beautiful water garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
3. at Mishima Station.
4. Use Izu Hakone Sunto Line to Mishima Hirokoji Station.
5. Walk (5 min.)yes142http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/water_garden_grove/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI112.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI112.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWater Garden GroveWater Garden Grove(水の苑緑地) is a small park located on the riverside of Gombei River. From end of May to beginning of June, you can enjoy Fireflies. There are some springs in this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Mishima Station.
2. Use Izu Hakone Sunto Line to Mishima Tamachi Station.
3. Walk (5 min.)yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryusen_en/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI113.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI113.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRyusen-enRyusen-en (隆泉苑) is a pond surrounding garden located in Mishima, Shizuoka. It is a beautiful Japanese garden. It uses very pure water of Mishima. There is a registered traditional houses in this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is Sano museum in this garden.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Mishima Station.
2. Use Izu Hakone Sunto Line to Mishima Tamachi Station.
3. Walk (5 min.)yes207http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/taimen_stones/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI114.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI114.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTaimen StonesTaimen Stones (対面石) are located in Shimizu town, Shizuoka prefecture. After the battle of Fujigawa in 1180, Legend said, Kamakura Shogun Yoritomo and his brother meet here 1st time.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numazu Station.
1. Use local bus to Higashi Kisegawa.
2. Walk east.yes69http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kisegawa_yahata_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI115.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI115.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKisegawa Yahata ShrineKisegawa Yahata Shrine (黄瀬川八幡神社) is a shrine located in Shimizu Town, Shizuoka. It was established in Heian period. In 1180, Kamakura Shogun Yoritomo settled his headquarter here for the battle of Fujigawa. Because of Yoritomo's victory, many Shogun and Samurai warshipped this shrine.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Numazu Station.
2. Use local bus to Higashi Kisegawa.
3. Walk east.yes114http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/trekking_mt_buko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL081.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL081.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTrekking of Mt BukoTrekking of Mt Buko (武甲山トレッキング) is one of the very popular hiking near Tokyo. Mt Buko is the symbol of Chichibu area, Saitama Prefecture. Mt Buko is 1,304m tall and the trekking takes 6 and 1/2 hrs. It is Mt Buko is chosen as one of 200 best mountains in Japan. The forest of the mountain is very beautiful with many waterfalls. The top of Mt Buko has great view of Chichibu area. Because people can visit Mt Buko by one train from Shinjuku, many hikers visit Mt Buko from Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Course Time: 6hr. 20min.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chichibu Station.
1. use Chichibu Line to Ohanabatake.
2. use Seibu Chicibu Line to Yokoze Station.
3. walk south (2 hr.)yes601http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/buko_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL082.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL082.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBuko Fudo FallsBuko Fudo Falls (武甲山不動滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Mt Buko, Saitama prefecture. It is one of the water point of Mt Buko Trekking. It is 4 step waterfalls and 35m tall in total.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
It is located on 18th station of Mt Buko.
Water is drinkable.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chichibu Station.
1. use Chichibu Line to Ohanabatake.
2. use Seibu Chicibu Line to Yokoze Station.
3. walk south (3 hr.)yes103http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_buko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL084.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL084.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt BukoMt Buko (武甲山) is one of the very popular mountain in Saitama prefecture. It is about 1,304m tall. Mt Buko is the symbol of Chichibu. On the top of Mt Buko has a great view of Chichibu area. North side of Mt Buko is made of limestone and there is a stone minning. That is the course of the unique figure of Mt Buko. Because it is about 3 hours from Tokyo by Train, it is a great one day hiking spot.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Course Time: 6hr. 20min.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chichibu Station.
1. use Chichibu Line to Ohanabatake.
2. use Seibu Chicibu Line to Yokoze Station.
3. walk south (4 hr.)yes147http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/giant_cedar_32_station/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL083.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL083.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGiant Cedar of 32 StationGiant Cedar of 32 Station (32合目大杉) is located in Mt Buko. Around this Giant Cedar is a resting place for trekking Mt Buko.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Course Time: 6hr. 20min.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chichibu Station.
1. use Chichibu Line to Ohanabatake.
2. use Seibu Chicibu Line to Yokoze Station.
3. walk south (3 hr.)yes93http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/makado_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN044.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN044.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMakado FallsMakado Falls (馬門の滝) is waterfalls located in Motegi, Tochigi Prefecture. It is a multiple waterfalls on Sakagawa River. The height is about 5m.
It has a great Koyo from the middle of October to the middle of November.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utunomiya Station.
1. use local bus to Motegi.
2. walk.yes136http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/spider_lily_shiroyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN045.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN045.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSpider Lily at ShiroyamaSpider Lily at Shiroyama Park (城山公園の彼岸花) is a beautiful spot of Motegi, Tochigi Prefecture. Around the middle of September, about 300,000 Higanbana, spider lily, will be blooming in this park.
The slope side of the mountain will be covered deep red by the flowers. It is the main feature of September here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Utunomiya Station.
1. use local bus to Motegi station.
2. walk.yes296http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rensyoin_jorakuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN046.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN046.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRensyoin Jorakuji TempleRensyoin Jorakuji Temple (蓮照院常楽寺) is one of Shingon Buddhism Temple located in Kanuma, Tochigi Prefecture. It is one of eastern flower temples. Especially, it is very popular for its Sider Lily.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive route 15 from 293.yes248http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsutujigaoka_park2/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL057.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL057.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsutsujigaoka 2nd parkTsutsujigaoka 2nd park (つつじが岡第二公園) is located in Tatebayashi, Gunma prefecture. It is very popular spot for Azalea, Iris and Spider Lily. There is also a traditional house called Akimoto House built in Meiji Period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Isezaki Station.
1. use Tobu Isezaki Line to Tatebayashi.
2. walk east.yes272http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hayakawabuchi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL059.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL059.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHayakawabuchiHayakawabuchi (早川渕の彼岸花) is one of the Spider Lily spot in Gunma. There are 100,000 sider lilies in the park. In the middle of the September, beautiful red flowers bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
Admission: 100yen as donation.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Isezaki Sation.
1. use Tobu Isezaki Line to Serada Station.
2. walk north.yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ontake_shizennomori_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL061.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL061.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt.Ontake Shizennomori ParkMt.Ontake Shizennomori Park (境御嶽山自然の森公園) is one of Spider Lily spot in Gunma. During the middle of September, beautiful Spider Lily bloom. It is also famous for Sakura, Hydrangea, Autumn leaves, Camellia, and wintersweets.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Isezaki Sation.
1. use Tobu Isezaki Line to Sakai Station.
2. walk west.yes306http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/higanbana_jorakuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL058.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL058.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHiganbana at Jorakuji templeHiganbana at Jorakuji temple (常楽寺の彼岸花) is very famous in Gunma Prefecture. It is well known as the temple of spider lily, Higanbana. The beautiful red flowers bloom in the middle of September. Jorakuji is also chosen as one of Eastern flower temples. Higanbana's red and Japanese garden's green are perfect
match.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking.
No restroom.
Please be quiet when you enjoy the flowers.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Isezaki Station.
1. use Tobu Isezaki Line to Kizaki Station
2. walk north-east.yes405http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ganso_food_sample_shop/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL350.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL350.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGanso Food Sample ShopGanso Food Sample Shop(元祖食品サンプル屋) is a sample food, aka fake food, shop located in Kappabashi,
Tokyo. It has also experiencing making fake food. In the calls, you are going to make two kinds of tempura and one lettuce. You are going to experience the traditional way of making fake food that uses wax. The class is about 1 hour. It is very exciting attraction for tourism in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
You have to make a reservation by the phone (Japanese Only).
The calls is only in Japanese.
Since it is using hot wax, for the safety the translator is required.
Because it use hot water and wax, not wear sleeve. Be careful with nail arts.
Age: over 6 years old. Under 9 years old, the parent must join with kids.
No kids under 5 years old can enter the show room.
Fee: 2160(tax included)
You will take your fake foods to home.
No parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa Station.
1. walk west (20 min.)yes756http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cosmos_akebonoyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL067.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL067.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCosmos of Akebonoyama Pk.Cosmos of Akebonoyama Nogyo Pk.(あけぼの山農業公園のコスモス) is very famous. There about about one million flowers bloom in the early October. The flower field is about 1.2ha. The view with wild mill are very beautiful with cosmos.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashiwa Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Abiko.
2. take bus to Akebonoyamanogokouen.
3. walkyes320http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cosmos_edogawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL068.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL068.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCosmos of Edogawa RiversideCosmos of Edogawa Riverside (江戸川河川敷のコスモス) is the famous for Cosmos. There beautiful flowers bloom in the early October.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsudo Station.
1. walk west (20 min.)yes221http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_nasu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN047.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN047.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. NasuMt. Nasu (那須岳) is an active volcano located in Northern Tochigi Prefecture. Mt. Nasu is one of 100 best mountains in Japan. Mt. Nasu consists with 5 summits of mountains. The trekking takes about 5 hours and it is very easy for all people. Therefore, it is very popular mountain in Northern Kanto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Ropeway:Round Trip 1,130 Yen fro Adult, and 570 for kids. There is a group discount.
Time:8:30 to 16:30 (last entery, 16:00 for up and 16:20 for down)
Winter: 9:00 to 16:00. Summer 8:00 to 16:30.
Every 20min.
Closed between 12/1 to 3/19
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kuroiso Station or Nasushiobara Station.
1. use local bus to Sanroku Station. (60 min.)
2. walk.yes601http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_chausu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN048.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN048.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. ChausuMt. Chausu (茶臼岳) is one of the popular mountain located in Northern Tochigi Prefecture. It is one of Five Mountains of Mt. Nasu. It is an active volcano that smoke is coming from the ground. The hight of the mountain is 1,915m from the sea level.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Ropeway:Round Trip 1,130 Yen fro Adult, and 570 for kids. There is a group discount.
Time:8:30 to 16:30 (last entery, 16:00 for up and 16:20 for down)
Winter: 9:00 to 16:00. Summer 8:00 to 16:30.
Every 20min.
Closed between 12/1 to 3/19
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kuroiso Station or Nasushiobara Station.
1. use local bus to Sanroku Station. (60 min.)
2. walk.yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_asahi_nasu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN049.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN049.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. Asahi in NasuMt. Asahi of Nasu(那須朝日岳) is one of the popular mountain located in Northern Tochigi Prefecture. It is one of Five Mountains of Mt. Nasu. The hight of the mountain is 1,896m from the sea level.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Ropeway:Round Trip 1,130 Yen fro Adult, and 570 for kids. There is a group discount.
Time:8:30 to 16:30 (last entery, 16:00 for up and 16:20 for down)
Winter: 9:00 to 16:00. Summer 8:00 to 16:30.
Every 20min.
Closed between 12/1 to 3/19
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kuroiso Station or Nasushiobara Station.
1. use local bus to Sanroku Station. (60 min.)
2. walk.yes129http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/komadome_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN050.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN050.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKomadome FallsKomadome Falls (駒止の滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Nasu, Tochigi Prefecture. It is 3m wide and 20m talls waterfalls. There is an observatory for this falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
There is no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kuroiso Station.
1. use local bus to Daimaru Onsen.
2. walk 1 hours.yes85http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sessyo_stone/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN051.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN051.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSessyo StoneSessyo Stone(殺生石) is one of the lava stone and popular spot in Nasu, Tochigi. The toxic gas is coming from under ground. Sessyo means killing. Birds will be dead when they fry over this area. The stone is one of 3 stones of white fax with 9 golden tails.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kuroiso/Nasushiobara Station.
1. use local bus to Nasuyumoto.
2. walkyes199http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nasu_onsen_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN052.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN052.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNasu Onsen ShrineNasu Onsen Shrine (那須温泉神社) is one of the oldest shrine in Tochigi. It was established in the middle of 7th century. The famous archer, Nasu no Yoichi, worshiped here and prayed for his victory. It is very famous for healing shrine.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kuroiso/Nasushiobara Station.
1. use local bus to Nasuyumoto.
2. walk.yes195http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/beppu_onsen_hell_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBeppu Onsen Hell TourBeppu Onsen Hell Tour (別府地獄めぐり) is one of the most popular Onsen Tour in Japan. Beppu Onsen is located in Oita prefecture that is the largest Onsen prefecture in Japan. There are eight different kinds of hell Onsens in Beppu. The tour travels Sea Hell, Evil Monk Stone Hell, Mountain Hell, Pot Hell, Mountain Evil Hell, White Pond Hell, Blood Pond Hell and Tornado Hell. All of them present a unique Hell.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
8 Hell pass: 2,100 Yen for adult, 1,350 Yen for High school, 1,000 Yen Junior High, 900 Yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
About 3 hours of travel in total.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Beppu Station.
1. Use local bus 2,5,24 to Umijigoku.yes599http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sea_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSea HellSea Hell (海地獄) is one of Hell Tour of Beppu Onsen, Oita Prefecture. It is a Onsen spring pond with beautiful cobalt blue color. This is designated as the national scenery. The temperature of the onsen water is 98 degree celcius, The water contains iron sulfate which causes the blue color. The park of the Sea Hell uses the heat of the onsen water to grow tropical trees. Lotus and lily flowers are especially popular here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 Yen for adult, 300 Yen for High school, 250 Yen Junior High, 200 Yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
8 Hell pass: 2,100 Yen for adult.
There is group discount.
<b>Access</b>
2. at Beppu Station.
3. Use local bus 2,5,24 to Umijigoku.yes334http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/stone_evil_monk_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Stone of the Monk HellThe Stone of the Evil Monk Hell (鬼石坊主地獄) is one of Hell Tour of Beppu Onsen, Oita Prefecture. The extremely hot gray onsen water is coming from underground. The shape of the bubble is look like the bowled head of monk. This hell appears in the record of Oita written in 733. The temperature of Onsen Water is about 99 degree celcuis.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 Yen for adult, 300 Yen for High school, 250 Yen Junior High, 200 Yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
8 Hell pass: 2,100 Yen for adult.
There is group discount.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Beppu Station.
2. Use local bus 2,5,24 to Umijigoku.yes189http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mountain_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMountain HellMountain Hell (山地獄) is one of Hell Tour of Beppu Onsen, Oita Prefecture. It's a steam Onsen. The temperature of Onsen Water is about 90 degree celcuis. They use this heat to keep animals warm, so it is a zoo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 Yen for adult, 300 Yen for High school, 250 Yen Junior High, 200 Yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
8 Hell pass: 2,100 Yen for adult.
There is group discount.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Beppu Station.
2. Use local bus 2,5,24 to Umijigoku.yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/pot_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfPot HellPot Hell (かまど地獄) is one of Hell Tour of Beppu Onsen, Oita Prefecture. It was named after the local Matsuri. People use the steam of this onsen to make pots. There are six kinds of Onsen in this hell. There are also heavens in this hell.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 Yen for adult, 300 Yen for High school, 250 Yen Junior High, 200 Yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
8 Hell pass: 2,100 Yen for adult.
There is group discount.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Beppu Station.
2. Use local bus 2,5,24 to Umijigoku.yes252http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/evil_mountain_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Evil Mountain HellThe Evil Mountain Hell (鬼山地獄) is one of Hell Tour of Beppu Onsen, Oita Prefecture. The temperature of the pond is about 98 degrees celcius. It is also known as Crocodile hell. This pond uses the hot Onsen water to breed crocodiles. There are about 80 crocodiles in this pond. The temperature of the pond is about 98 degrees celcius.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 Yen for adult, 300 Yen for High school, 250 Yen Junior High, 200 Yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
8 Hell pass: 2,100 Yen for adult.
There is group discount.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Beppu Station.
2. Use local bus 2,5,24 to Umijigoku.yes99http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/white_pond_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe White Pond HellThe White Pond Hell (白池地獄) is one of Hell Tour of Beppu Onsen, Oita Prefecture. The Onsen water comes out as tons of steam. When the water comes out it is clear, but when it drops, it becomes a light blue color. They use this Onsen water to breed tropical fish.It is designated as the national sceneic beauty.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 Yen for adult, 300 Yen for High school, 250 Yen Junior High, 200 Yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
8 Hell pass: 2,100 Yen for adult.
There is group discount.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Beppu Station.
2. Use local bus 2,5,24 to Umijigoku.yes123http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/blood_pond_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Blood Pond HellThe Blood Pond Hell (血の池地獄) is one of Hell Tour of Beppu Onsen, Oita Prefecture. This blood color is caused by Iron oxide. The temperature of the Onsen water is 78 celcius and contains a lot of iron. It is a very large pond; 1300 square meters wide and 30m deep. The spring produces one million 800 thousand litres of water every day. It Is desiginated as the national scenic beauty.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 Yen for adult, 300 Yen for High school, 250 Yen Junior High, 200 Yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
8 Hell pass: 2,100 Yen for adult.
There is group discount.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Beppu Station.
2. Use local bus 2,5,24 to Kannawa Onsen.
3. Change Bus to Chinoike Jigoku.yes188http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tornado_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Tornado HellTornado Hell(龍巻地獄) is one of Hell Tour of Beppu Onsen, Oita Prefecture. It is a geyser. Every 30 to 40 min. it erupts. Once it begins to erupt, it will continue for about 6 to 10 minutes. It is designated as the national scenic beauty.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 400 Yen for adult, 300 Yen for High school, 250 Yen Junior High, 200 Yen for kids.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00
There is parking and restroom.
8 Hell pass: 2,100 Yen for adult.
There is group discount.
<b>Access</b>
1. at Beppu Station.
2. Use local bus 2,5,24 to Kannawa Onsen.
3. Change Bus to Chinoike Jigoku.yes130http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kokonoe_dream_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKokonoe Dream BridgeKokonoe Dream Bridge (九重夢大吊橋) is a largest suspension bridge in Japan. It is 390m long and 173m high from the bottom of the valley. It has a great view of Narukogawa Valley and Shindo Falls that is chosen as one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls. It has a beautiful Koyo in November.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult. 200 yen for kids.
There is a group discount.
Time:
8:30 to 16:30 (Jan. to Jun.)
8:30 to 17:30 (Jul. to Oct.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Beppu Station.
1. Use Kamenoi Bus to Yufuin.
2. Use local bus to Kokonoeyumeoohashi.yes251http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shindo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShindo FallsShindo Falls (震動の滝) is one of the 100 best Japanese Waterfalls located in Oita. There are male falls and female falls. Male Falls is about 83m tall. Female Falls is about 93m talls. Shindo means earthquake. It makes a huge shake on the ground.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult. 200 yen for kids.
There is a group discount.
Time:
8:30 to 16:30 (Jan. to Jun.)
8:30 to 17:30 (Jul. to Oct.)
<b>Access</b>
1. at Beppu Station.
2. Use Kamenoi Bus to Yufuin.
3. Use local bus to Kokonoeyumeoohashi.yes210http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/harajiri_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHarajiri FallsHarajiri Falls (原尻の滝) is one of the 100 best Japanese Waterfalls located in Oita. It is 20m tall and 120m wide large waterfalls. It is considered as the Asian Niagara Falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ogata Station.
1. Use local bus to Harajirinotaki.yes352http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ouchi_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOuchi-JukuOuchi-Juku(大内宿) is a remaining post town with many traditional houses located in Fukushima. There are 50 traditional houses that is over 300 years old in Ouchi-juku. It has a great view of Edo period. This scenery of this old style houses are designated as Preserved Area with Traditional Houses.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Many shops close around 5p.m.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizu-Wakamatsu Line
1. use AIzu Line to Yunogami Onsen Station.
2. use local bus to Ouchi Juku.yes448http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gion_yama_hiking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL216.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL216.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKamakura Gion-yama HikingGion-yama Hiking Course(祇園山ハイキングコース) is one of the popular hiking spot in Kamakura. It is about 4km long and an hour hiking, and we will visit some of the very important historic site. It is also very easy for little kids. At the obsrevatory, you can see Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking nor restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. walk east.yes424http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/west_shiiya_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWest Shiiya FallsWest Shiiya Falls (西椎屋の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Oita. It is 83m tall great waterfalls. It is one of Usa three great waterfalls and scenery of Yabakyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive route 387 and find the sign.yes201http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/east_shiiya_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEast Shiiya FallsEast Shiiya Falls(東椎屋の滝) is one of 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Oita. It is 85m tall straight waterfalls. It is also known as Kegon Falls of Kyushu. It is one of Usa three great waterfalls and scenery of Yabakyo. There is a beautiful strolling pass to the waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive route 500 north from Beppu. There is a sign to the falls.yes271http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/monk_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMonk HellMonk Hell(坊主地獄) is one of Onsen Hell located in Beppu, Oita Prefecture. Extremely hot mud with Onsen water is coming out from underground. The bubble of the mud look like the bowled head of Monk. There was temple in this place, but it was exploded by the eruption in 1498.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 400yen for adult, 200yen for kids.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Beppu Station.
1. use local bus to Motobozu.yes271http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/myoban_hell/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMyoban HellMyoban Hell(明礬地獄) is one of Onsen Hell located in Oita prefecture. In this area, people produce the Onsen powder in traditional way. Onsen powder is produced with the Onsen steam in the old style house.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are restroom and parking.
Admission: 200yen for adult. 100 yen for kids.
Time: 8:30 to 17:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Beppu Station.
1. use Local bus to Jizoyumae.yes281http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ryumon_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRyumon FallsRyumon Falls or Dragon Gate Falls (龍門の滝) is one of the popular falls in Oita. It is 20m tall and 40m wide two steps waterfalls. In summer, people play at 2nd falls. It is considered as the best waterfall slide that people can enjoy.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
You need a car to visit here. Drive 210 to 409.yes166http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chinda_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfChinda FallsChinda Falls (沈堕の滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Southern Oita. It is about 17m tall and 97m wide. It is considered as Niagara Falls of Ono. There is another waterfalls called Medaki. That is 18m tall and 4m wide.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Bungo Takeda Station.
1. luse Houhi Line to Bungo Kiyokawa Station.
2. walk northyes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sagiridai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSagiridaiSagiridai(狭霧台) is the observatory located on the hill between Beppu and Yufuin. It has a great view of Yufuin. In the early morning in winter it has a great sea of cloud coursed by mist.
<b>Touris Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
There is a gift shop.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Located on route 11 between Yufuin and Beppu.yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_kinrin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake KinrinLake Kinrin(金鱗湖) is the main attraction of Yufuin Onsen in Oita. It is about 400m round and 2m deep small lake. It has Onsen spring in the lake. It creates a mysterious mist in late Autumn and Winter.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
The lake is surrounded by many shops and restuarant.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Beppu Station.
1. use Kamenoi Bus to Yufuin Station.
2. walk.yes261http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hitome_hakkei/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHitome HakkeiHitome Hakkei(一見八景) is one of the best scenic beauty in Oita Prefecture. Hitome Hakkei is located in Oku Yaba Valley. It has a 8 different view and all you can see in one spot. It has a great Koyo in early November.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
There are many gift shops and food stands.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
From route 500 to 212. then change to route 28.yes210http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shimizu_waterfalls_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShimizu Waterfalls GardenShimizu Waterfalls Garden (清水瀑園) is located in Kusu, Oita Prefecture. There are many waterfalls in this garden. It is a part of Yaba Valley. It is also chosen as one of 15 best water of Oita.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Bungo Mori Station.
1. use Oita Bus to Utsubashi.
2. walk 15 min.yes315http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/view_of_tekihitsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe view of TekihitsuThe view of Tekihitsu is one of great scenery of Yaba Valley, Oita Prefecture. It was named after Confucian of Edo period. He entitled this too beautiful to describable view.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
It is located on route 212.yes155http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ifuku_view/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe view of IfukuIfukunokei(伊福の景) is one of great scenery of Yaba Valley, Oita Prefecture. It is also considered as the view of back side of Yaba Valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Use route 212 to 702.yes91http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/goto_matabe_grave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe grave of Goto MatabeThe grave of Goto Matabe (後藤又兵衛の墓) is located in Yaba Valley, Oita Prefecture. Goto Matabe is one of the great Samurai for Toyotomi Hideyori, the son of Hideyoshi, fought against Tokugawa Ieyasu in the siege of Osaka in 1614. This grave was re-made by Ifuku Mokichi in 1763.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Use route 212 to 702.yes91http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/machu_picchu_usa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMachu Picchu of UsaUsa's Machu Picchu(宇佐のマチュピチュ) is located in Oita Prefecture. The view of the observatory is just like Machu Picchu in Peru. It is also known as the scenic beauty of Nishishiiya. It is one of the great Koyo spot in Oita. Huge rock is called Akiba-sama.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
It is located on route 387.yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/east_shiiya_falls_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEastShiiya Falls PassEastShiiya Falls Pass(東椎屋の滝遊歩道) is a great strolling pass to Higashishiiya Falls. It is about 300m long pass leads to the great waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive route 500 north from Beppu. There is a sign to the falls.yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/usa_jingu_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUsa Jingu ShrineUsa Jingu Shrine (宇佐神宮) is the head of all Hachiman Shrine located in Oita. Hachiman Shrine is the largest shrine organization in Japan. There are over 40,000 Hachiman Shrine in Japan. It was established in 725. Hachiman is the name of Emperor Onin who is one of the great leader of Japan. Emperor Onin visit Usa when he was prince in 571. He established the new country here and helped the development of the land. The main building is the designated as the national treasure of Japan. It was constructed in middle of 19th century. It is highly respected with many people even today.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 5:30 to 21:00 (Oct. to Mar. 6:00)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Usastation.
1. use bus to Usahachiman.yes271http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mameda_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMameda TownMameda Town (豆田町) is one of the Edo style tonw located in Hita, Oita Prefecture. There are many traditional houses in Mameda. Therefore, it is registered as Preserved Area with Traditional Houses. The scenery of this old town is look like Edo period. Mameda Town was directly govern by Edo Government. It developed as the finiancial center of all Kyusyu. Today, it is one of the popular tourist spot in Kyusyu.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hita Station
1. walk north.yes370http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_bandai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. BandaiMt. Bandai(磐梯山) is one of 100 best Japanese mountains located in Fukushima. It is an active volcano located north side of Lake Inawashiro. Mt. Bandai is one of the most popular mountain in Tohoku region. The trekking takes about 4 hours in total. The top of Mt. Bandai is 1,816m high from the sea level. It has a great view of Lk. Inawashiro, Aizu Basin and Ura Bandai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Start at Happoudai parking.
Takes about 4 hours for round trip.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive north at route 64.yes204http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/trekking_mt_bandai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTrekking the Mt.BandaiTrekking at Mt.Bandai (磐梯山登山) is very popular hiking in Fukushima Prefecture. Mt. Bandai is 1,816m tall active volcano, and has a great view of Lake Inawashiro, Aizu Basin and Urabandai from the top. The trekking takes about 4 hours in total. Time is very shourt, but the route is very steep. There is Onsen and drinkable water spring on the route.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at Happodai entrance.
There is a shop at Koboshimizu, that is located in the middle of trekking route.
Video is using Happodai trekking route, but there are 5 other route to reach the top.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive north at route 64.yes526http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/goshiki_strolling_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK036.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK036.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGoshiki Strolling PassGoshiki Strolling Pass (五色沼自然探索路) is popular hiking spot in Fukushima. It is about 3.6km long walk and travel 8 beautiful ponds. Goshiki Pond means Five Color Pond. The water is the spring from the underground that contains a lots of hydrogen sulfide that couse of the various kinds of blue colors.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
It taks about 1 hour of walking
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizu Wakamatsu Station.
1. use Banetsunishi Line to Inawashiroko Station.
2. use local bus to Goshikinuma.yes299http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fukino_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFukino FallsFukino Falls (福貴野の滝) is great waterfalls located in Oita. It is about 65m tall and designated as national scenic beauty. It is one of three waterfalls of Usa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Located on route 50.yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takizawa_honjin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK034.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK034.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakizawa HonjinTakizawa Honjin (旧滝沢本陣) is one of is one of remaining Samurai House in Aizu. It was used to be a hotel for Daimyo in Edo period. The building was constructed in 1678 as resting place for Daimyo. It is registered as national historic site and important cultural asset. In Boshin War, Byakko tai went into battle from here. There are many damage and scratches by bullets and Katana.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 250 yen for high school, 150 yen Junior, 100 yen for kids.
Time: 8:30 to 18:00 (Winter 9:00 to 17:00)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizu Wakamatsu Station.
1. use a local bus to Imoriyama.yes243http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kusano_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKusano HouseKusano House (草野家住宅) is the old Samurai House located Hita, Oita. It was mainly constructed in the middle of 18th century.Kusano House is registered as the national important cultural asset.It takes design to harmonize the open garden and tea room. Kusano Family was used be the one of lord of Oita. One Kusano survived through Sengoku Era and build this house in 1641.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Right now. Kusano House is under construction. Some of the area might be closed.
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, under elementary school free. Plus 50 yen duing Hina doll festival.Junior high for 250 yen.
There is a group discount.
Time: 10:00 to 16:30
CLosed on Thursday. Open during Hina Doll Festival.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hita Station
1. walk north.yes263http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hirose_museum/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHirose MuseumHirose Museum (廣瀬資料館) is a craft museum locate in Hita, Oita Prefecture. Hita was directly governed by Shogun during Edo period. Hirose Family was the financial officer who collects tax. Hirose Family was also strong merchant in Kyusyu. This museum displays the treasures of Hirose Family.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 450 yen for adult, 350 for students.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
Close: Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hita Station
1. walk north.yes187http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuncho_sake_brewery/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKuncho Sake BreweryKuncho Sake Brewery (薫長酒造) is old Sake Brewery in Hita, Oita. It was established in 1702. There are many old Kura, the storages, that cunstructed in 19th century. There is musuem in one of Kura that displays the traditional way of making Sake.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: free.
Time: 9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hita Station
1. walk north.yes267http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kyoshuhou/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT035.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT035.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKyoshuhouKyoshuhou (競秀峰) is one of the beautiful scenery of Yaba Valley in Oita. There are many rocks creates the art of nature. On the bottom there is a tunnel called Aono domon made in 1763.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive route 212 from route 10.yes127http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tachihatanokei/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT034.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/OT034.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTachihatanokeiTachihatanokei (立羽田の景) is one of great scenery of Yaba Valley, Oita Prefecture. It has a great Koyo in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Use route 212 to 702.yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bandai_maborosi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK037.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK037.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBandai Maborosi FallsBandai Maborosi Falls (磐梯幻の滝) is one of the waterfalls located on Mt. Bandai. It is about 12m tall waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive north at route 64.yes77http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nippori_textile_st/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL351.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL351.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNippori Textile St.Nippori Textile St. (日暮里繊維街) is a wholesale district of Japanese textiles and fabrics located in Tokyo. There are about 80 stores that sales various kinds of textiles and fabrics in great price. Not only textiles and fabrics, there are also many kinds of small accessories for handicrafts and fashion design.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Ueno Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Nippori.
2. north north.yes418http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/painting_akabeko_nisshinkan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK038.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK038.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfPainting Akabeko at NisshinkanPainting Akabeko at Nisshinkan (日新館赤ベコ絵付け) is a popular experiencing at Nisshinkan, Aizu, Fukushima. Akabeko is one of the famous toy of Aizu area. It is a paper made doll of a red cow. At Nisshinkan, you can try painting Akabeko. It takes about 30 min. and you can design your own Akabeko. Your Akabeko will be yours after painting.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No need for reservation.
Admission: 870 Yen.
At 3rd Dojo.
Nisshinkan:
Admission: 620 yen for adult, 500 yen for high and jr. high students. 450 yen for kids.
There is group discount and handicap person.
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
Note: the touring course is different between summer time and winter time. Video shows winter touring.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizu-Wakamatsu Station.
1. use JR Ban-etsu west line to Hirota.
2. walk north (30 min.) or take taxi.yes284http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/archery_nisshinkan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK039.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK039.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfArchery at NisshinkanArchery at Nisshinkan (日新館弓道体験) is one of experiencing Japanese martial arts. It is very easy to join and even kids can enjoy. It will be great experiencing to learn the sprits of Samurai at the actual Samurai school.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No need for reservation.
Admission: 5 bows for 300 Yen.
At 2rd Dojo.
Nisshinkan:
Admission: 620 yen for adult, 500 yen for high and jr. high students. 450 yen for kids.
There is group discount and handicap person.
Open: 9:00 to 16:00
Note: the touring course is different between summer time and winter time. Video shows winter touring.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizu-Wakamatsu Station.
1. use JR Ban-etsu west line to Hirota.
2. walk north (30 min.) or take taxi.yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aizu_sazaedo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK035.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK035.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAizu SazaedoAizu Sazaedo (会津さざえ堂) is one of the historic site located in Aizu, Fukushima Prefecture. It is a temple constructed in 1796. The temple is about 16.5m tall hexagon tower and in the tower there are 33 Kannon Statue. So, people can worship all of them in one trip trough the temple. The structure of this temple is very unique. There are two stairs in this tower and they never cross each others. It is registered as the national important cultural asset.
<b>Touris Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 300 yen for Collage and high school students and 200 yen for kids.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizu-Wakamatsu Castle
1. use local bus to Iinumayamashita
2. walk (5 min.)yes187http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tonohetsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK040.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK040.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTonohetsuriTonohetsuri (塔のへつり) is one of the scenic beauty located in Shimogo, Fukushima Prefecture. It is a hard cliff located on the side of Okawa River. It is about 200m long with many intersting rocks. There is a pass in the middle of the cliff that people can walk. It is well known for Koyo spot in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There are many gift shops and restaurants around the cliff.
<b>Access</b>
0. Aizu Wakamatsu Station.
1. use Aizu line to Tonohetsuri Station.
2. walk 10 min.yes125http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hananuki_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB035.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB035.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHananuki ValleyHananuki Valley (花貫渓谷) is one of the best Koyo spot located in Takaogi, Ibaraki Prefecture. It is famous Koyo Spot in Northern Kanto Region. From the middle to the end of November, it has beautiful Autumn leaves. The hiking course is about 1 hour long walking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
During the Koyo Season, there are many food stands and gift shops open at the parking.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Located on Route 461 from Takaogi.yes619http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanazono_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB036.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB036.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanazono ShrineHanazono Shrine (花園神社) is located in Kita-Ibaraki. It is one of the oldest shrine in Ibaraki. Hanazono Shrine was established in 795 by Sakanoueno Tamuramaro. There are many over 700 years old Cedar Trees that create the sacred space. Also, it is very popular Koyo spot in Ibaraki.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use route 27 from Hitachi.yes436http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nanatsu_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB037.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB037.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNanatsu FallsNanatsu Falls (七つ滝) is located in Kita Ibaraki, Hanazono Valley. It is about 60m tall small waterfalls. It has a beautiful Koyo in Autumn.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use route 27 from Hitachi.yes134http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanazono_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB038.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB038.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanazono ValleyHanazono Valley (花園渓谷) is one of the Koyo Spot in Northern Ibaraki. t has a great Autumn leaves from the middle to the end of November.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use route 27 from Hitachi.yes342http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_ryugadake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL086.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL086.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. RyugadakeMt. Ryugadake (竜ヶ岳) is one of the best view point of Mt. Fuji. It is 1485m tall mountain located north side of Mt. Fuji, Yamanashi. The trekking route takes about 5 hours. In January 1, the sun rise from the top of Mt. Fuji, called Diamond Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local bus to Lake Motosu.
2. walk.yes183http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/trekking_mt_ryugadake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL087.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL087.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTrekking at Mt. RyugadakeTrekking at Mt. Ryugadake (竜ヶ岳トレッキング) is one of the popular one day hiking spot in Yamanashi. It is well known as the Mt. Fuji view spot in Yamanashi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local bus to Lake Motosu.
2. walk.yes598http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/momiji_tunnel/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL088.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL088.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMomiji TunnelMomiji Tunnel(もみじ回廊) is a beautiful Koyo spot located on the side of Lake Kawaguchi, Yamanashi.
The beautiful Autumn leaves of Momiji create a beautiful tunnel. From the middle to the end of November, you can enjoy Koyo. During the Koyo season, it has a beautiful Lit-up Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
During Koyo season, there are Koyo Festival.
Lit-up: From Sunset to 10 p.m.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Lake Kawaguchi.
1. There is a shuttle bus to this tunnel.yes263http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/litup_momiji_tonnel/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL089.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL089.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLit-up for Momiji TonnelLit-up for Momiji Tonnel (もみじ回廊ライトアップ) is one of the beautiful lite up Koyo illumination happens at Lake Kawaguchi. It has a beautiful Autumn leaves from the beginning of November to the middle. Lite-up happens from the Sunset to 10p.m.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
During Koyo season, there are Koyo Festival.
Lit-up: From Sunset to 10 p.m.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Lake Kawaguchi.
1. There is a shuttle bus to this tunnel.yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/golden_shichifukujin_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL090.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL090.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGolden Shichifukujin TourGolden Shichifukujin Tour (黄金の七福神巡り) is one of popular tourism in Lake Kawaguchi, Yamanashi prefecture. At the north side of Lake Kawaguchi thare are 7 golden statues of 7 lucky gods. Each statue has red stamp to correct. Visit all gods and get some luck is popular tourism in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
The special paper for collecting stamp is available at Kimimaro Tea house.
Paper: 500 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local bus to Kubotakazutake Museum.yes678http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/megro_rv_blue_cave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL352.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL352.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMegro Rv. Blue CaveMegro Rv. Blue Cave (目黒川 青の洞窟) is one of the Christmas Illumination appears in Nakameguro, Tokyo. About 400,000 LED lights are decorated on the Sakura trees for about 500m long of Meguro River, Sakura Trees are filled with beautiful Blu Lights. The illumination starts from the end of November to Christmas.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Time: 17:00 to 21:00
Period: Nov. 23rd to Dec. 25.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Nakameguro.
2. walk north (2min.)yes299http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyodome_winter_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL353.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL353.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTokyoDome Winter IlluminationTokyoDome Winter Illumination (東京ドームイルミネーション) has a great Christmas illumination. There are about 2.2 million LED lights. The Light Promenade is very famous illumination in Tokyo. Every year, they have special concept. All of the Tokyo Dome City attructions has also unique lite-up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Time: 17:00 to 25:00
Period: Nov. 6 to Feb. 15
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Marunouchi Line to Korakuen.
2. walk south.yes349http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/winter_sola_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL354.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL354.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWinter Sola IlluminationWinter Sola Illumination (冬のソライルミネーション) is a beautiful winter illumination.
There are about 48,000 LED lights to create beautiful art of lights.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 17:00 to 23:00
Period: Early Nov. to Mid Feb.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ochanomizu station.
2. walk 1 min.yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/showa_memorial_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL355.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL355.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShowa Memorial ParkShowa Memorial Park (国営昭和記念公園) is one of the largest park in Tokyo. It has a great forest with many beautiful nature, pond and open field. It has many flowers, such as Sakura and Autumn leaves.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 410 yen for adult. 80 yen for under Junior. 210 yen for senior.
There is group discount.
Time: 9:30 to 16:30-19:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tachikawa Station.
2. walk north (15 min.)yes335http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyo_kitanomaru_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL356.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL356.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyo at Kitanomaru ParkKoyo at Kitanomaru Park (北の丸公園の紅葉) is one of the beautiful feature of the end of Autumn in Tokyo.
From the end of November to the middle of December, beautiful Gingko, Momiji and others will have beautiful Autumn leaves.
Especially, Gingko Tree infront of Nihonbudokan is so gorgeous.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Parking and restroom are available. There is also a restaurant. No exercise are allowed. Only, jogging are OK.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station
1. use Marunouchi Line to Ootemachi (1 min.)
2. use Hanzomon Line to Kudanshita (4 min.)
3. walk west (2 min.)yes312http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/grandroof_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL357.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL357.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGrandroof IlluminationGrandroof Illumination (グランルーフイルミネーション) is a beautiful light illumination held from December to the middle of January.
Grandroof is located on the east side of Tokyo Station. The illumination takes the concept of the future.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 17:00 to 23:00
Period: December 1 to January 12.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. exit at Yaesuguchi Exit.yes237http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/showa_kinen_park_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL358.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL358.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShowa Kinen Park IlluminationShowa Kinen Park Illumination (昭和記念公園イルミネーション) is one of the great test winter light show
in Tokyo. It's start from the begining of December to Christmas. There are many different kinds of
concepts of illuminations. December 23 and 24, there are fireworks in the sky.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 410 yen for adult. 80 yen for under Junior. 210 yen for senior.
There is group discount.
Time: 17:00 to 21:00 (last entery 20:50)
Period: Eary Dec. to December 25.
Access
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Tachikawa Station.
2. walk north (15 min.)yes309http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/illumination_tachikawa_st/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL359.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL359.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTachikawa st. IlluminationThe Illumination at Tachikawa st. (立川駅イルミネーション) is one of the great winter illumination in Tokyo. There are about 280,000 LED lite the night of Tachikawa Station.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 16:30 to 24:00
Period: Nov. 11 to Jan. 4.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. JR Chuo Line to Tachikawa Station.
2. walk out.yes148http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hoppy_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL362.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL362.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHoppy StreetHoppy Street (ホッピー通り) is located in west side of Sensoji Temple, Asakusa, Tokyo. There are many Izakaya in this street that has the taste of early Showa era. Especially, Nikomi, Japanese style stew with meat is very famous in Hoppy Street. It is also known as Nikomi Street. All Izakaya has a great food and drink that is very cheap price.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are no parking. Each Bar, Izakaya has restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Asakusa Station.
1. walk north.yes375http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyo_tower_illumination/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL360.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL360.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTokyo Tower IlluminationTokyo Tower Illumination (東京タワーイルミネーション) is one of the Chisrtmas Illumination happens November to Christmas. There are many large Christmas trees with lights on the bottom of Tokyo Tower. The Tokyo Tower itself will be lit up as the giant Chirstmas Tree.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 16:00 to 24:00
Period: Early Nov. to Christmas.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station
1. use Toei Mita Line to Shibakoen.
2. walk north.yes239http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanging_gardens_meguro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL361.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL361.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanging Gardens of MeguroHanging Gardens of Meguro (目黒天空庭園)is a park located on the top of freeway. The altitude from the ground level is 11m to 35m. It has a great view of Tokyo area. It has nice walking pass and benches to relax and enjoy the queit moment in noisy Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Universal design.
Time: 7:00 to 21:00
It might be closed on the windy day.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibuya Station.
1. use Tokyu Denentoshi Line to Ikejiri Ohashi.
2. walk.yes214http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/diamond_fuji_motosu_resort/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL091.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL091.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDiamond Fuji at Motosuko ResortDiamond Fuji at Motosuko Resort (本栖湖リゾートダイヤモンド富士) is one of the best spot for watching new year sunrise. Diamond Fuji is the phenomenon that the Sun rises from the top of Mt. Fuji. This resort has a small pond that even creates the beautiful reflection of Mt. Fuji. Therefore, at January 1, there is double Diamond Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
1,000 yen for parking.
There is parking and restroom.
Sunrise happens around 7:30am
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive 139 to west.yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/enzan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL092.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL092.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEnzanEnzan (塩山) is Takeda Shingen related spot located in northern Yamanashi Prefecture. There are many Takeda Shingen and Takeda clan spots including Shingen's and his Samurai graves. Most of the temple here are over 600 years old and have beautiful gardens.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Each temples has parkings and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Enzan.yes493http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsuchiura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB039.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB039.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsuchiuraTsuchiura (土浦) is a castle town located in the middle of Ibaraki Prefecture. There are many traditional houses and the ruins of castles. It offers great strolling of Edo castle town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom around Tsuchiura Castle.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuchiura Castle
1. walk west.yes426http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rokkakukbashi_shopping_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL217.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL217.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRokkakukbashi Shopping StreetRokkakukbashi Shopping Street (六角橋商店街) is one of the popular local shopping district in Yokohama. There are many retro style glossary stores. It has the taste of Showa era from both scenery and taste. Especially, there is a narrow street that has about 170 unique shops and food stands.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
There are many restroom in this street.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Tokyu Toyoko Line to Hakuraku Station.yes342http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamanote_seven_gods/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL363.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL363.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYamanote Seven GodsYamanote Shichifukujin Tour, worshipping 7 lucky gods(山手七福神). 7 lucky gods tour is very popular tourism in Japan especially in early January. Yamanote Shichifukujin Tour takes about 2 hours around the Meguro Station. Usually, when you visit temples and shrines for 7 lucky gods, you usually collect Goshuin, but this time we collect this small figure of each lucky god.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Each figures are 500 yen. You can buy the plate at Meguro Fudo.
Starts from Kakurinji (Shirokane-Takanawa Station) and finish at Meguro Fudo(Fudomae or Meguro Station)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Meguro Station.
1. use Nanboku or Mita Line to Shirokane Takanawa Station.
2. walk south (5 min.) to Ringakuji Temple.yes471http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagahama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNagahamaNagahama (長浜) is Edo Style town located east side of Lake Biwa, in Shiga prefecture. There is a post town that remains many traditional buildings that has the scenery of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Maibara Station.
1. use JR Hokuriku Line to Nagahama Station.
2. walk east.yes376http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sagamiko_illumillion/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL218.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL218.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSagamiko IllumillionSagamiko Illumillion (相模湖イルミリオン) is the winter illumination at Sagamiko Pleasure Forest. It is held from Nov. 1 to middle of April. There are about 5 million lights decorate the night of winter. It is largest scale in Kanto region. There are many different concepts in this illumination.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 600 yen for adult, 400 yen for under Junior.
Parking: 1,000 yen.
Time: 17:00 to 21:30 (last entry is 21:00) In March, it starts 18:00.
Period: Beginning of Nov. to middle of April.
<b>Access</b>
0. use JR Chuo Line.
1. get off at Sagamiko.
2. take local bus to Pleasure Forest or walk (30 min.)yes273http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/komatsu_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB040.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB040.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKomatsu HouseKomatsu House (小松家住宅) was the old farmer house located in Ibaraki. It was constructed in late 18th century. It is very important building that show the lifestyle of that old time. Especially, the child delivery room is very rare.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
Close: Monday. If the monday is holiday, then Tuesday is closed.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Use route 356 from Tsuchiura to Kashima. Go south on 144.yes154http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasumigaura_fureailand_tower/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB041.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB041.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKasumigaura Fureailand TowerKasumigaura Fureailand Tower(霞ヶ浦ふれあいランドタワー) has a great view of Lake Kasumigaura. It is located on the north-east side of Lake Kasumigaura. The observatory is about 50m tall from the grand level. You can enjoy 360 panorama view with Mt. Fuji, Lake Kasumigaura, Mt. Tsukuba and all Kanto field.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 600 yen for adult, 300 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:30 to 16:30 (last entry is 16:00)
Close: Monday. If the monday is holiday, then Tuesday is closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuchiura Station.
1. use local bus to Kasumigaura Fureailand.yes281http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamanobe_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYamanobe PassYamanobe Pass (山の辺の道) is the oldest major load that appears in Japanese Myth, Kojiki and Nihonshoki. It is located eastern Nara Prefecture. The road connect Sakurai and Nara. The trail takes about 5 hours of walking and visit many historical sites of ancient Japan such as Kofun.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Trail starts at Isonogami Jingu Shrine and finish at Omiwa Shrine.
There are many restroom on the pass and maps.
It is about 15km long walk.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Tenri.
2. walk to Isonogami Shrine 30 min.yes602http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/chogakuji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfChogakuji TempleChogakuji Temple (長岳寺) is one of the oldest temple in Japan located in Nara. It was established in 824 by priest Kukai. There are many historical buildings and treasures that are over hundreds of years old. Most of them are registered as the important cultural assets of Japan. It has a beautiful garden with pond. At the back side montain, there are great buddha stone statues. It is also known as the flower temple, especially leading raod has a beautiful Azalea.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admision: 350 yen for adult, 300 yen for Students, 250 yen for Junior high, 200 Yen for Elementary School. Kids free.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Yanagimoto Station.
2. walk east 20 min.yes307http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kofun_emperor_keiko/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKofun of Emperor KeikoKofun of Emperor Keiko(景行天皇陵)is located in Tenri Nara. It is also known as Shibutanimukouyama Kofun (渋谷向山古墳). Emperor Keiko is the 12th Emperor of Japan. It is 310m long and 23m tall front circle back square Kofun located in Nara. It is the 7th largest Kofun and constructed in late 4th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking but no restroom.
DO NOT Enter the Kofun.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Makimuku Station.
2. walk east (20 min.)yes106http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kofun_emperor_suijin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKofun of Emperor SuijinKofun of Emperor Suijin (崇神天皇陵) is located in Nara Prefecture. It is also known as Andonyama Kofun (行燈山古墳). Emperor Suijin is 10th Emperor of Japan. This Kofun is 242m wide and 23m tall constructed in early 4th century. It is the 16th largest Kofun in Japan and located on the Yamanobe Pass. This Kofun is the early Kofun of Yamato Kingdom that is the former nation of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking but no restroom.
DO NOT Enter the Kofun.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Yanagimoto Station.
2. walk east (20 min.)yes146http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurozuka_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKurozuka KofunKurozuka Kofun (黒塚古墳) is one of mausoleum located in Nara. It is 130m long front circle back square Kofun constructed in late 3rd century. There is a museum that displays the relics found in here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
No parking. There is a museum is for restroom.
The Museum
Time:9:00 to 17:00
Close: Holiday and Monday (When Monday is a holiday, close on Tuesday)
Admission: Free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Yanagimoto Station.
2. walk east (20 min.)yes101http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hashihaka_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHashihaka KofunHashihaka Kofun (箸墓古墳) is one of mausoleums located in Sakurai, Nara Prefecture. Archaeologist said this might be the Kofun of Queen Himiko. Queen Himiko is the ruler of ancient Japan that appears in Chinese record. This Kofun is about 278m long and 30m tall front square back circle Kofun. It was constructed in middle of 3rd century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and but no restroom.
DO NOT Enter the Kofun.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Makimuku Station.
2. walk south (20 min.)yes118http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hibara_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHibara ShrineHibara Shrine (檜原神社) is one of the oldest Shrine in Nara. It is the original location of Ise Jingu Shrine. In the time of Emperor Suijin, he asked royal princess to establish Ise Shrine here. There is unique 3 entrances Torii gate and enshrines Mt. Miwa. Entire field is filled with beautiful small rocks like garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Makimuku Station.
2. walk south (30 min.)yes91http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyasan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyasanKoyasan (高野山) is the most sacred mountain in Japan. It is the holy land of Shingon Buddhism established by Priest Kukai in 816. It has the history of over 1,200 years that has been carried over with all the tradition, ritual and history from Priest Kukai. There are abou 117 temples and as the top of all Shingon Buddhism temples, Kongobuji takes a place of all the center. Because of this rich history and tradition, Koyasan is registered as the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parkings and restroom.
In winter, this mountain get so cold.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koyasan Stataion
1. use local bus to Kongobujimae.yes597http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kongobuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKongobuji templeKongobuji temple(金剛峯寺) is the head temple of Shingon Buddhism located on Mt. Koya.
It was established in 816 by Priest Kukai who brought Mikkyo, Vajrayana to Japan. Mt. Koya is surrounded by 1,000m high mountains and Koyasan itself is over 800m high. Priest Kukai studied Mikkyo in China and came back to Japan in 806. He was given the land of Koyasan from Emperor Saga and established the temple. Kongobuji was used to be the name of all Koyasan named by Priest Kukao. In 1869, two temple unified and became Kongobuji as the head of Shingon Buddhism. Today, it is the head of about 3,000 temples and 10,000,000 followers and monks. The current hall was constructed in 1863. It is registered as the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 200 yen for elementary school.Kids free.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00 (last entry is 16:30).
Manners: Take off your hat and sunglasses. No pictures.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koyasan Stataion
1. use local bus to Kongobujimae.yes396http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/danjo_garan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDanjo GaranDanjo Garan(壇場伽藍), or Dai Garan is the part of Kongobuji in Mt. Koya, Wakayama prefecture. In 816, priest Kukai established Mt. Koya and his temple here. Dai Garan has served as the focal point of the study, training and rituals of Shingon Buddhist Monks. Priest Kukai made Koyasan as a place for meditation far from worldly distractions. There are many historical buildings and the Buddhist ritual and ceremonies are held in this place for over thousand years. Those buildings are lost and reconstructed again and again to keep the flow of the Buddhism. Dai Garan is one of the most sacred place in Koyasan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koyasan Stataion
1. use local bus to Kondomae.yes542http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/konpon_daitoh/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKonpon DaitohKonpon Daitoh (根本大塔) is a great tower and one of the main symbols of Koyasan. It was a fundamental part of Priest Kukai's layout of the Garan. Originally, it was constructed in the time of priest Kukai and priest Shinen in 9th century. It enshrines a three-dimensional mandala, with the statues of Dainichi Nyorai of Matrix Realm, and the Four Buddhas of Diamond Realm. This tower is the temple for the Buddhist statues of Mandala of the Two Realms. There are 16 columns and each of them has the paining of 16 Bosatsu. This daitoh is the first Taho style tower constructed in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00
No pictures.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koyasan Stataion
1. use local bus to Kongobujimae.yes306http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mausoleum_kukai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMausoleum of Kobo DaishiThe Mausoleum of Kobo Daishi Kukai (弘法大師御廟) is the most sacred place in Mt. Koya. In 835, Priest Kukai started to taking eternal meditation in this Oku no in. On the worshipping pass, there are many memorial graves of Daimyo and lords of the domain. The entire site is designated as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. People pray to their ancestors for their peace.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
No photo beyond the last bridge, Gobyo bashi, and around the Mausoleum.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koyasan Stataion
1. use local bus to Ichinohashi for the entrance and Okunoinmae for the mausoleum.yes407http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mausoleums_tokugawa_clan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMausoleums of Tokugawa ClanThe mausoleums of Tokugawa Clan (徳川家霊台) was built by the 3rd Tokugawa Shogun Iemitsu. There are two mausoleums, one for 1st Tokugawa Shogun, Ieyasu, and other is 2nd Tokugawa Shogun Hidetada. They are constructed in 1643. The buildings are common structures of Edo period. It is registered as the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Admission: 200 yen.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00 (last entry is 16:30).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koyasan Stataion
1. use local bus to Namikirifudomaeyes182http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyasan_daimon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKouyasan DaimonDaimon (大門) is the Main gate of Koyasan. It is the large red gate with Nio Statues constructed in 1705. The size of the gate is 25m tall and 21m wide and 8m deep. It is registered as the national important cultural assets. It has a beautiful sunset scenery. It is also registered as the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koyasan Stataion
1. use local bus to Daimon.yes163http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyasan_kondo_hall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyasan Kondo HallKondo Hall (金堂) is the main hall of Koyasan Kongobuji temple located in Dai Garan. The many rituals and ceremonies are held here. The Kondo enshriens a statue of the Medicine Buddha that is not displayed, flanked by two large hanging mandalas, each with its own separate altar. Wall paintings show the eight offering bodhisttvas in the corners, and a beautiful large mural of the Buddha's enlightenment on the north side of the Kondo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00
No pictures.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koyasan Stataion
1. use local bus to Kongobujimae.yes471http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/basho_birth_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe birth house of BashoThe birth house of Basho (芭蕉翁生家) is located in Iga, Mie prefecture. Basho is known as the Haiku Master.
He was born in this house in 1644. He traveled all over Japan and wrote many beautiful poems.
The structures are the same as when he was growing up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300yen for Adult. 100 yen for Students.
Time: 08:30 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Closed: From Dec. 29 to Jan. 3
<b>Access</b>
0. Uenoshi Station.
1. walk east 15 min.yes223http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sukodo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSukodoSukodo (崇廣堂) is old Samurai School remaining in Iga, Mie prefecture. It was built in 1821 by 10th lord of Iga, Todo Takasawa for training children of his Samurai. The school has both literatures and martial arts. The class hall of the literatures are still remains. It is registered as the national historic site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
Admission: 200 yen for adult, Collage and high school for 150 yen, Under Junior 100 yen. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Uenoshi station.
1. walk (5 min.)yes286http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minomushi_an/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMinomushi-anMinomushi-an (蓑虫庵) is the tea house that produced by Haiku Master Basho. It is located in Iga, Prefecture. Minomushi-an is one of 5 Basho Tea Houses. It is only remaining Basho Tea House. In 1688, Basho stayed this house and named this house Minomushi. The house was constructed by Hattori. Because of its historical value, it is registered as the national historic sites and scenery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300yen for adult, 100 for under high school.
Time: 08:30 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Closed: From Dec. 29 to Jan. 3
<b>Access</b>
0. at Uenoshi Station.
1. use Iga Line to Kayamachistation.
2. walk west (20 min.)yes223http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kudoyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKudoyamaKudoyama (九度山) is a historic site with Sanada Yukimura spots and World Heritage Site. Sanada Yukimura stayed here at Kudoyama with his father Masayuki afte the battle of Sekigahara. There are many Yukimura Spots in this town. Also, Kudoyama was the entrance of Mt. Koya. There are temples and shrines that are registered as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hashimoto Station.
1. use Nankai Koya Line to Kudoyamayes382http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanada_an/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSanada-anSanada-an (真田庵) is a Sanada Yukimura related temple located in Wakayama. It was built on the house of Sanada Yukimura and his father. They stayed this place after the battle of Sekigahara. And waited for the revenge to Tokugawa Ieyasu.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 7:00 to 16:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hashimoto Station.
1. use Nankai Koya Line to Kudoyama.
2. walke west (15 min.)yes107http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/syoriji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSyoriji TempleSyoriji Temple (勝利寺) is a Shingon Buddhism Temple established by Priest Kukai. It was established in 9th century.
People who worship Koyasan used to stay at this temple.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hashimoto Station.
1. use Nankai Koya Line to Kudoyama.
2. walke west (30 min.)yes211http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/obara_juku_honjin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL221.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL221.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfObara juku HonjinObara juku Honjin (小原宿本陣) is the traditional house located in northern Kanagawa. It was the hotel of Kosyu road where Daimyo stayed during the parade.
Obara juku Honji is the only remaining Honjin in Kanagawa. It was constructed in early 19th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Time: 9:30 to 16:00
Closed: Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takao Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Sagami Station.
2. walk east.yes177http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jisonin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJisoninJisonin (慈尊院) is Shingon Buddhism Temple located in Kudoyama, Wakayama Pref. It was established by Priest Kukai in 816 for the entrance of Koyasan. Kukai's mother visited here and showed highly respect to the main statues. There is the mausoleum of Kukai's mother. Koyasan was highly restricted for women. Only man can allow to enter. So, Jisonin was the temple for women to worship Koyasan. Even today, Jisonin is highly respected for women as women's Koyasan. It is located as the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hashimoto Station.
1. use Nankai Koya Line to Kudoyama.
2. walke west (30 min.)yes345http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/niu_kanshobu_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNiu Kanshobu ShrineNiu Kanshobu Shrine (丹生官省符神社) is one of the old shrine located in Wakayama. It was established by Priest Kukai in 816 as the entrance of Koyasan. The god of this shrine led Priest Kukai to Mt. Koya and introduce the sacred place. Priest Kukai highly appreciated the god and built a shrine here. It is designated as UNESCO World Heritage site.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hashimoto Station.
1. use Nankai Koya Line to Kudoyama.
2. walke west (30 min.)yes154http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_jimba/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL219.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL219.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt.JimbaMt.Jimba (陣馬山) is one of popular mountain located in Kanagawa. It is about 855m tall and has a great view of Mt. Fuji. It is chosen as 50 best views of Kanagawa. Because of its easy access from Tokyo, many people enjoy hiking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are many parking space for this trekking.
There are many restroom.
Trekking takes about 3 houses in total.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takao Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Fujino.
2. use local bus to Jimbasantozanguchi.
3. walk.yes268http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/momonoo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMomonoo FallsMomonoo Falls (桃尾の滝) is 23m tall waterfalls located in Nara Prefecture. This place was used to be a part of Ryufukuji temple.
This falls was used for Takigyo for Shingon Buddhism.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Tenri.
2. walk 3 hours.yes194http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sumo_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSumo ShrineSumo Shrine (相撲神社) is the birthplace of Sumo located in Nara. It the time of 11the emperor Suijin, Nominosukune and Taimanokehaya did Sumo in front of the emperor. That was the beginning of Sumo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Makimuku Station.
2. walk east (40 min.)yes106http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwadateo_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL220.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL220.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIwadateo ShrineIwadateo Shrine (石楯尾神社) is established in the time of 12th emperor Keikou. It is one of the oldest shrine in Yamanashi. Iwatate was the worrier who defeated Fujiwara revolt in 764. The Kagura hall was constructed in 1845. It is very unique because the stage and gate are combined.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
No people working.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takao Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Uenohara Station.
2. use local bus to Iwatateojinja.yes147http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurumayama_kogen_ski_resort/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL108.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL108.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKurumayama kogen Ski ResortKurumayama kogen Ski Resort (車山高原スキー場) is a great winter sports spot with beautiful snow located in Nagano Prefecture. Because its altitude is very high, 1,500m to 1900m from the sea level, the quality of the snow is very great. There are 8 different courses from the beginners to experts. Especially, the beginners courses has long and wide space so that people can practice well. From the top of the mountain, it has a great view of Mt. Yatsugatake, Minami Alps and Kita Alps.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
One day Lift Ticket: 4,000 yen for adult, 2,500 yen for kids.
There is night ticket.
Time: 8:45 to 16:45 (night starts 16:00 to 19:45, weekend start at 8:00)
Period: the early of December to the end of March.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okaya Station.
1. use Chuo Line to Chino Station.
2. use local bus to Kurumayamakogen Skijo (60 min.)yes590http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwako_eraser_factory_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL085.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL085.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIwako Eraser Factory TourIwako Eraser Factory Tour (イワコー消しゴム工場見学) is a popular factory tour in Saitama Prefecture. Every Saturday, Iwako has a factory tour every Saturday. Iwako creats the unique figure kinds of eraser and people will enjoy to see how the erasers are produced. It will be great experience with your kids. It has also the lecture of how eraser works, as well. It will show you the great Japanese factory.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Please use the public transportation.
Need to make a reservation: 048-998-5502 (9:00 to 17:00)
Has to be over 6 years old (when the kids join, parents must attend with them.)
Unit of the reservation is per family, not individual.
No English explanation.yes568http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rape_blossoms_azumayama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL222.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL222.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRape Blossoms at Azumayama ParkRape Blossoms at Azumayama Park(吾妻山公園菜の花) is a beautiful flower spot in Feburary in Kanagawa. From the end of January to the end of Feburary beautiful yellow flowers bloom in the huge feild in this park. Azumayama is 136.2m tall mountain located on the Shonan Beach. It has a great view of Mt. Fuji and Sagami Bay area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Ninomiya.
2. walk north (5 min.)yes343http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mia_ski_resort/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL109.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL109.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMIA Ski ResortMIA Ski Resort (開田高原マイアスキー場) is one of the great ski resort located in Kaida Highland, Nagano Prefecture. It has an excellent powder snow because the altitude of the hill is very high. Because MIA is located on Mt. Ontake, it has a great view of Chuo Alps and Kita Alps mountains. There are 8 different courses including kids course. The slopes of the hills covers from the beginners to the expert. Also, it has a couples of slaloms that satisfies the professionals. There are curling field, Ice Wall Climbing, and Snowshoe Trekking as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Lift Tickets:
1500 Yen for adult and 1200 Yen for kids on weekdays.
3900 Yen for adult and 2500 Yen for senior and 1500Yen for kids on weekends and Holiday.
Time: 8:30 to 16:30.
Season: From December to end of April.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive Route 19 to 361 to Mt. Ontake.yes906http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamayuri_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL110.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL110.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYamayuri OnsenYamayuri Onsen (やまゆり荘) is one of Onsen located in Kiso, Nagano Prefecture. It is one of the best Onsen in Kiso area. The temperature of Onsen water is about 45C. Kiso has many sports activities, and after those sports, you can enjoy Onsen to relax.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 450 Yen for adult, 200 Yen for kids.
Time: 10:00 to 19:00
Close: Tuesday (when it is the holiday, it opens.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. Local bus to Onsen (40 min.)yes180http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kisoumanosato_winter_horse_riding/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL111.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL111.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKisoumanoSato Winter Horse RidingKisoumanoSato Winter Horse Riding (木曽馬の里冬乗馬) is one of the great attraction in Kaida Highland, Nagano Prefecture. In winter, Kaida Highland will be covered with deep snow. And here in Kisoumano Sato has a great horse riding on the snow. It has a great scenery of winter with fresh air and view of Mt. Ontake. There is a long course of horse riding that you can enjoy the mountain forest.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Time: 8:30 to 16:30
Horse Riding: 10:00 to 12:00, 14:00 to 16:00
Draft Horse Riding:
- Short Course: 500 yen 2 min.
- Long Course: 1,000 yen 5 min.
- Extra Long Course: 5,000 30 min.
Horse Riding: 1,500 yen 15 min.
All season. All weather.
Wagon: 500 yen~
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. there is a shuttle bus to Kaidakogen Visitor's center.
2. walk 5 min.
Note: Don't enter the track and inside of the fence. You can feed horses with grasses around the stable.yes232http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ontake_2240/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL112.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL112.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOntake 2240Ontake 2240 (おんたけ2240) is one of the Ski Resort located in Otaki, Nagano Prefecture. It is located south side of Mt. Ontake. The altitude of the Ontake 2240 is 2240m from the sea level. The great features of this place is the high rate of sunny days. 2 out of 3 days are sunny. Another feature is the beautiful powder snow. It has a great view of Chuo Alps from the top of the hill. There are many different kinds of course and longest course is about 7km long.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Lift Tickets:
4500 yen for adult, 2000 yen for under Junior High, 3500 yen for senior.
Season: December to Golden Week in May.
Time: 8:45 to 16:00.(8:15 in weekends and holiday.)
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
From the route 19 to route 20 to Otakei Village center. To north.yes391http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_takamine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL113.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL113.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. TakamineMt. Takamine (高峯山) is 2,092m tall mountain located Takamine Highland, Nagano Prefecture. It has a great view of all Chuo, Kita and Minami Alps mountains, Mt. Fuji and Yatsugatake mountains. From the Takamine Onsen, the trekking is about 2 hours in total. In the winter, you can borrow the snowshoes at the Onsen and enjoy winter hiking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
If you stay at Takamine Onsen, you can borrow snowshoes free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Karuizawa Station.
1. Use local bus to Takaminekogen Asama 2000
2. there is shuttle bus from the Ski Resort in winter.yes329http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kisokoma_night_snow_walk/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL114.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL114.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKisokoma Night Snow WalkKisokoma Night Snow Walk (木曽駒高原ナイトスノーシュー) is one of the great winter activities in Kiso, Nagano Prefecture. It is 1 hour of hiking under the beautiful night ski on the snow. You will enjoy different aspects of snow beauty. There is a guide to escort you to the mysterious world of snow. After the hiking, you will have a great dinner at the Guest House Hilltop.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There is parking and restroom at Guest House Hilltop.
Admission: 5,000 yen including dinner.
Time: 18:30 to 20:30
Season: From February to March.
Register at Hilltop at least 2days before the tour.
0264-23-8031
Requires: Winter wears.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.yes378http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koajiro_forest/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL223.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL223.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoajiro ForestKoajiro Forest (小網代の森) is located in Miura peninsula, Kanagawa Prefecture.It is a beautiful forest aroung the river. It is amazing place where you can enjoy excellent nature just next to Tokyo big city. Let's check it out. The strolling under the nature takes about 1 hours. In great Tokyo region, this forest is the only forest that has a original ecosystem from the river to the ocean.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Misakiguchi Station.
1. walk south (10 min.)yes268http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawazu_sakura_miura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL224.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL224.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKawazu Sakura of MiurakaiganKawazu Sakura of Miurakaigan (三浦海岸河津桜) is early blooming Cherry Blossom happens in Miura Peninsula, Kanagawa Prefecture. There are 1,000 Sakura Trees that bloom from the middle of February to early March. There are also field mustered bloom at the same time. Kawazu Sakura has a beautiful pink petal. During the seasons, there is food stands and shops that sales local products.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There are many restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kurihama
1. use Keikyu to Miurakaigan.
2. walk south (5 min.)yes173http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_kurofu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL115.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL115.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. KurofuMt. Kurofu (黒斑山) is 2,404m tall mountain located on the border of Gunma and Nagano prefecture. It has a great view of Mt. Asama. Mt. Kurofu has very easy trekking route that takes about 2 hours. It is also very easy for a winter hiking. In the winter, this mountain will be covered with full of snow.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at the entrance.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omuro Station.
1. use local bus to Kurumazakatouge.
2. takes 2 hours to the top.yes203http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_kurofu_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL116.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL116.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. Kurofu TrekkingMt. Kurofu Trekking (黒斑山トレッキング) is one of the beginners snow trekking. Mt. Kurofu is 2,404m mountain located on the border of Gunma and Nagano Prefecture. The trekking takes 2 hours from the entrace to the top and at the top, it has a great view of Mt. Asama. The route is very easy even with snow.
<b>Touris Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
For winter trekking. You must has all gears, shoes and wears for snow trekking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omuro Station.
1. use local bus to Kurumazakatouge.
2. takes 2 hours to the top.yes319http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_mizunotou/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL117.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL117.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. MizunotouMt. Mizunotou (水の塔山) is a 2,202m tall mountain located in Nagano prefecture. It has a great view of Kita Alps, Chuo Alps and Mt. Fuji. It is only 2 hours trekking from the entrance.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Omuro Station.
1. use local bus to Takamine Onsen.
2. walkyes201http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiso_furusato_taikenkan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL118.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL118.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFurusato TaikenkanFurusato Taikenkan (ふるさと体験館きそふくしま) is a folk craft experiencing museum located in Kiso, Nagano Prefecture. There are many folk crafts that you can experience. Making Soba and Wood craft works are main experiencing in here. Soba is very tasty when you make it from the powder. You can also try Sasamaki roll, Mochi and many other local foods of Kiso. You can cook your own travel food and make your own souvenirs.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Making Soba:
Admission:1,200 yen. From 3 persons.
Time: 2 hours.
Wood Craft: 550 or more. From 1 person.
Time: 1 hour.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on route 361.yes580http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jyoshozenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL119.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL119.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJyoshozenji TempleJyoshozenji Temple (定勝禅寺) is Zen Temple located in Okuwa, Nagano Prefecture. Sanmon Gate, Kuri and the main Hall are registered as the national important caltural assets. Unlike other temple in Nagano, Jyoshozenji takes the Kyoto Temple style. It was established in late 14th century. It is one of the 3 major temples in Kiso. It has also beautiful Japanese garden in this temple.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission:300 yen for adult, 150 yen for kids.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00 ( 8:00 to 16:00 in winter).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kisofukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo line to Suhara Station.
2. walk south.yes287http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/isonokami_jingu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIsonokami JinguIsonokami Jingu (石上神宮) is one of the oldest shrine located in Nara. It's been highly respected as the shrine of Mononobe clan. Mononobe clan was the head of old imperial army. It enshrines the divine sword of the Emperor Jinmu. This sword was carried from Korea in 4th century. It was established in the time of the 10th Emperor Suijin. This shrine appears as Jingu in Japanese Myth, Nihonshoki.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Tenri Station.
2. walk east (20 min.)yes423http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/omiwa_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOmiwa ShrineOmiwa Shrine (大神神社) is one of the oldest shrines located in Nara. The legend said, the establishement of this shrine appears in Kojiki and Nihonshoki, the Japanese Myth. It enshrines Mt. Miwa and Omononanushi. Omiwa shrine takes the ancient Shinto Style of Shirne because it enshrines the mountain. The site of Shrine is the national historic site.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Miwa Station.
2. walk eastyes308http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/imai_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfImai TownImai Town (今井町) is Edo Style town located in Kashihara, Nara prefecture. There are about 500 traditional houses and 9 of them are registered as the national important cultural assets. This makes the largest scale of the town of the preservation Districts for Groups of Traditional Buildings. It has a great view of old time of Japanese town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kashihara Jinbumae Station.
1. use Kintetsu Kashihara Line to Yaginishiguchi Station.
2. walk west.yes679http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suhara_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL120.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL120.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSuhara-jukuSuhara-juku (須原宿) is one of the post towns of Kiso-ji, Nagano prefecture. It is 39th post town on Nakasendo Road. There were about 104 houses and 24 hotels in Suhara-juku. Today, there are many traditional houses that has the scenery of Edo period. Mizubune, the water boat, is the main feature of this town. Also, Joshoji temple is the another feature feature of Suharajuku.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Suhara.yes337http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iwashihama_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIwashihama BeachIwashihama Beach(いわし浜)is a port located in Aioi, Hyogo Prefecture. Aioi is very famous for its oyster. It is known as the most expensive Oyster in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Himeji Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Nishi Aioi.
2. walk south (40 min.)yes155http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/aodani_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KT033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAodani bairinAodani bairin (青谷梅林) is the large plum forest located Jyoyo, Kyoto. There are about 10,000 plum trees that bloom beautiful flowers in March. There is matsuri festival during the blossom season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kyoto Station.
1. Use JR Nara Line to Yamashiro Aodani.
2. walk east (20 min.)yes408http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gifu_bairin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF064.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF064.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGifu BairinGifu Bairin (岐阜梅林) is a plum forest garden located in Gifu. There are 50 kinds 1,300 plum trees in this garden. From the middle of January to end of March, Ume flowers bloom.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Gifu Station.
1. use local bus to Bairin Koen.yes325http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kikyo_sword_smith_factory/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKikyo Sword Smith FactoryKikyo Sword Smith Factory (桔梗隼光鍛刀場) is a Katana smith studio located in Aioi, Hyogo Prefecture. Sword Smith Kikyo Hayamitsu has over 10 years of experiencing of making Katana. His studio is located in Uryu Rakan no Sato. It opens almost everyday, and people can watch his work free and anytime. He learned Bizen Style of Okayama. So, his sword is Bizen Katana.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
The time and day of his working time is very randamly.
This is not the tourist spot. Don't disturb his working.
Be very careful because it use extremely hot frame and steel.
You can take a photo.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Himeji Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Aioi.
2. walk north (2 hours)yes423http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_manyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCape ManyoCape Manyo (万葉岬) is a great view point located in Aioi, Hyogo. It has a great view of Seto Inland Sea. It is a very famous camellia spot. That bloom in late March.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Himeji Station.
1. use JR Ako Line Nishiaioi Station.
2. walk route 250 (2 hours)yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanjosan_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKanjosan CastleType: Mountain Castle
Built in: Kamakura Period to Nanboku Period.
Class: Ruins
Kanjosan Caslte is the ruins of the mountain castles located in Aioi, Hyogo Prefecture. It is also known Uryu Castle.
In 1336, Akamatu clan stayed in this castle and defeated the invasion of Nitta Yoshisada. Ashikaga Takauji sent him thank you letter. Kanjo means thank you letter.
It remains the baileys in great condition. At the top bailey, there are stone walls and all the structures of the castle are preserved well.yes233http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sai_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSai shrineSai shrine (狭井神社) is one of the oldest shrine located in Nara. It was established in the time of the 11th emperor Suinin. It is the entrance of Mt. Miwa that is the sacred mountain of Omiwa Shrine.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Don't take any photo and video of the sacred mountain.
Do drink, no food.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Miwa Station.
2. walk east.yes210http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kuehiko_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKuehiko ShrineKuehiko Shrine (久延彦神社) located in Nara. It enshrines the god of the wisdom and education.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Miwa Station.
2. walk east.yes120http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ootataneko_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOotataneko ShrineOotataneko Shrine (大直禰子神社) is one of old shrine located in Nara. It enshrines the grand son of Omiwa. It is also known as Wakamiya. The main shrine is registered as The Important Cultural Asset. Inside of the shrine, there is Kannon Statue that is the national treasure of Japan.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nara Station.
1. use JR Sakurai Line to Miwa Station.
2. walk east.yes104http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/osake_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOsake ShrineOsake Shrine (大避神社) is one of the oldest shrine in Hyogo Prefecture.
It is also known as Tsuchida no miya. Hatano Kawakazu rested here during his travel in 7th century. In 1314, Terada Honen attacked this area, and people of Toji defeated with this shrine.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Himeji Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Une Station.
2. walk east.yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/uryu_rakan_stone_statues/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HG022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUryu Rakan Stone StatuesUryu Rakan Stone Statues (瓜生羅漢石仏) are made in the time of emperor Kinmei, early 6th century. There are about 20 statues. Priest Kukai also made ones in here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Himeji Station.
1. use JR Sanyo Line to Aioi.
2. walk north (2 hours)yes164http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/norn_minakami_ski_resort/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL062.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL062.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNorn Minakami Ski ResortNorn Minakami Ski Resort (ノルン水上スキー場) is one of the closest Ski resort located in Gunma Prefecture. There are 5 different courses. The altitude of the highest hill is 1,220m from the sea level, and the longest course is about 2km long. There are many facilities for both experts of Ski and Snowboarding.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Open time: 7:00 to 22:00 to around the end of March. Closed at 16:00 in the Lastweek of March.
Season: 12/18 to 3/29
Admission:
One day: 4,500 JPY for Adult, 3,600 JPY for Kids, 4,000 Senior.
5 Hours: 3,900 JPY for Adult, 3,000 JPY for Kids, 3,400 Senior.
Morning: 2,100 JPY for Adult, 1,800 JPY for Kids, 2,000 Senior.
There is a group discount.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numata Station.
1. use JR Joetsu Line to Minakami.
2. use Shuttle Bus (20 min.)
There is a shuttle bus from JR Shinkansen, Jomo Station.yes458http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_mori_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA064.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA064.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura at Mori GardenSakura at Mori Garden (毛利庭園の桜) is a beautiful Cherry Blossom spot in Tokyo. It is a Japanese garden with Sakura. Mori Garden is a Dimyo garden built in Edo period. The beautiful Japanese garden and modern building are great harmony of old and new. In late March, beautiful Sakura blooms. It has lit-up Sakura at Night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
No Hanami Party.
Lit-up: 17:30 to 23:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Yurakucho.
2. use Hibiya Line to Roppongi.yes161http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_yaesu_street/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA065.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA065.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura in Yaesu StreetYaesu Street (八重洲通りの桜) has a beautiful Sakura trees. It is located east side of Tokyo Station. There are about 150 Sakura Tress that bloom in Late March. You can enjoy lit-up at night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Use public parking and restroom at each buildings.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. walk east (5 min.).yes216http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_kanda_myojin/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA066.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA066.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura at Kanda Myojin ShrineSakura at Kanda Myojin Shrine (神田明神の桜) is a great cherrry blossom spot in Tokyo.
Kanda Myoji has a small garden with fill of Sakura.
<b>Tourit Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
No Hanami Party.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchi Line to Ochanomizu station.
2. walk north.yes158http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_of_jingugaien/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA067.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA067.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura of JingugaienSakura of Jingugaien (神宮外苑の桜) is one of the Cherry Blossom spots in Tokyo. There are abtou 500 Sakura trees in this park. In late March, beautiful Sakura blooms.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Shinjuku Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Shinanomachi Station.
2. walk south.yes247http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_at_gumyouji_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA068.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA068.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Gumyouji ParkHanami at Gumyouji Park (弘明寺公園の桜). Gumyoji Park is one of Cherry Blossom spot in Yokohama. There are many Sakura Trees for Hanami Party. This park is located on the hill. On the top of the hill, the is a observatory to see the great view of Yokohama. Around the observatory, there are about 270 Sakura Trees.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Gumyoji Station.
2. walk west.yes232http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ohoka_river_promenade/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA069.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA069.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOhoka River PromenadeOhoka River Promenade (大岡川プロムナード) is one of the largest Sakura spot in Yokohama.
About 2km long of the riverside walk, there are 500 Sakura Trees. From the late March to early April, Cherry Blossom blooms. There are festival that has many food stands and lit-up Sakura as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Thare are many restrooms.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Gumyoji or Hinodecho.
2. walk.yes368http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_at_nogeyama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA070.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA070.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Nogeyama ParkHanami at Nogeyama Park (野毛山公園の桜) is very popular in Yokohama. Nogeyama Park is located near the down town of Yokokohama. There are about 250 Sakura Trees in this park. There is zoo in this park, that also you can enjoy animals and Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Hinodecho Station.
2. walk west (10 min.)yes282http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_at_toneri_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA072.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA072.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Toneri ParkHanami at Toneri Park (舎人公園の花見). Toneri Park is one of the large park in Tokyo. It is also known as a great Sakura spot. There are about 500 Sakura Trees. Sakura blooms in the late March to early April. People enjoy Hanami party.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nippori Station.
1. use Nippori Toneri Liner to Toneri Park.yes379http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_of_yanaka_cemetery/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA073.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA073.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura of Yanaka CemeterySakura of Yanaka Cemetery (谷中霊園の桜) is very famous in Tokyo. It is also known as famous Sakura spot. There is Sakura Ave. that create Sakura Tunnel.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nippori Station.
1. walk south.yes228http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_at_nogeyama_zoo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA071.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA071.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura at Nogeyama ZooSakura at Nogeyama Zoo (野毛山動物園の桜) is very famous spot in Yokohama. There is Park right next the zoo. In this place there are 250 Sakura Trees. You can enjoy animals and Sakura at the same time. It will be great place to visit with your family.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Admission: Free.
Time: 9:30 to 16:30 (last entry 16:00).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Hinodecho Station.
2. walk west (10 min.)yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumagaya_sakura_bank/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA074.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA074.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKumagaya Sakura BankKumagaya Sakura Bank (熊谷桜堤) is a Hanami spot in Saitama prefecture. There are about five hundred Sakura trees beside the Arakawa river. It is chosen as one of 100 best Sakura spots in Japan. It was chosen as one of the one hundred best Sakura spots in Japan.
<b>TouristInfo.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
During the season, there are many food stand.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kumagaya Station.
1. walk south (10 min.)yes276http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takasaki_castle_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA075.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA075.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakasaki Castle SakuraTakasaki Castle is one of the best Sakura spots in Gunma. There are about three hundred sakura trees in the grounds of this castle. The Sakura is also lit up at night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. walk west (10 min.)yes236http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_maebashi_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA076.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA076.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Maebashi ParkMaebashi Park (前橋公園の桜) is a great Sakura spot in Gunma. There are about 200 Sakura Trees in this park. Beautiful cherry blossoms bloom here from late March to early April.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
During the season, there is Sakura Festival.
Lit up: Sunset to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. use JR Ryomo line to Maebashi station.
2. walk (20 min.)yes283http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanamiyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA077.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA077.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanamiyamaHanamiyama (花見山) is one of the most popular Flower Spots in Tohoku Region. The entire mountain are covered with many flowers. There are about 70 kinds of flowers that all bloom in April. The main feature of Hanamiyama is beautiful Sakura. Unlike other Sakura spots, Hanamiyama has many kinds of Sakura. It was considered as the home town of spring flowers in Tohoku.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Sakura Season: From the middle of April to the end.
Admission: Free.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukushima Station.
1. there is shuttle bus.yes644http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_omorishiroyama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA078.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA078.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOmorishiroyama Park HanamiOmorishiroyama Park(大森城山公園) is one of the best Sakura spots in Fukushima. It was used to be the hilltop Castle of Date Masamune. Today, it has about 700 Sakura Trees in this ruins of the castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Sakura Blooms in the middle of April.
There are Sakura Matsuri during the season.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukushima Station.
1. use local bus to Omorimotochoshinobushisyo Iriguchi.
2. walk (15 min.)yes150http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soma_nakamura_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK041.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK041.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSoma Nakamura CastleSoma Nakamura Castle (相馬中村城) is located in Soma, Fukushima Prefecture. Constructed in 1649.
It was built in around the beginning of 9th century. Nakamura clan became the load of Soma in 1337. It is a hilltop mountain and the main bailey is 23m high from the ground. There are moats, stone walls and baileys preserved in great conditions. It is also well known as Sakura Spots.
In the middle of April, Cherry Blossom bloom beautifully.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Soma Station.
1. walk west (20 min.)yes382http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/alone_pine_kashima/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK042.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK042.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAlone Pine of KashimaAlone Pine of Kashima (鹿島の一本松) is one of surviving pine from Tsunami in 2011. This alone pine is located in Minami Soma, Fukushima prefecture. It is also known as Miracle Alone Pine.
It survived from the Tsunami in 2011 and is still standing today. This pine is the symbol of the restoration of Fukushima.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
-Don't come closer, it will damage the root-
<b>Access</b>
0. at Soma Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kashima.
2. walk east (40 min.)yes120http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soma_hyakusyaku_kannon/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK043.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK043.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSoma Hyakusyaku KannonSoma Hyakusyaku Kannon (相馬百尺観音) one of the Kannon Statue located in Fukushima. This Kannon had started its construction in 1931 by Ara yoshiaki. Today, the 4rd generation is working on it.
However, it was not finished yet. Current hight is 26.4m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Soma Station.
1. walk south (1 hour)yes100http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_sakuradayama_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA080.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA080.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakuradayama Park HanamiSakuradayama Park(桜平山公園の桜) is one of Sakura Spots in Minami Soma. It is a park located on the hill. There are many Sakura tress that bloom in the middle April. It has a great view of Pacific Ocean as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Soma Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kashima Line.
2. walk west (30 min.)yes159http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hanami_manogawa_river/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA081.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA081.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHanami at Manogawa RiverManogawa River (真野川) is a popular Sakura spot in Soma, Fukushima. There are many Sakura trees on the riverside.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking ore restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Soma Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kashima Line.
2. walk west (10 min.)yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hansaki_sweeping_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA082.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA082.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHansaki Sweeping SakuraHansaki Sweeping Sakura (飯崎のしだれ桜) is one of the great Shidare located in Fukushima. It is a giant Cherry Blossom that bloom in the middle of April. It is 300 years old Sweeping Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
This is located inside of the private cemetery. So, don't enter the tumbs and others. Be polite and keep the good manners.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Soma Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Odaka Station.
2. walk west (40 min.)yes154http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akiyama_koma_zakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA083.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA083.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAkiyama Koma ZakuraAkiyama Koma Zakura (秋山の駒ザクラ) is famous Cherry Blossom in Fukushima. It is 500 years old Sweeping Sakura. It is 21m tall huge Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Donation: 100 Yen.
It blooms around the middle of April.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukushima Station.
1. drive to route 114 to Minami Soma.
2. change route 51 to north.yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daihizan_sekibutsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK045.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK045.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDaihizan SekibutsuDaihizan Sekibutsu (大悲山の石仏) has many historical Buddha Statue. It was carved on the small stone cliffs in Fukushima. There are many stone sculptures that was built in early 8th century.
Therefore, they are registered as the national historic sites. These stone sculptures are one of 3 great cave sculptures in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Soma Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Momouchi Station.
2. walk north (30 min.)yes188http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ogura_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK046.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK046.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOgura HouseOgura House (御倉邸) is one of the traditional houses located in Fukushima. It was the house of the brunch manager of the bank of Japan in Fukushima. It was constructed in 1927.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Time: 10:00 to 18:00
Closed: Tuesday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fukushima Station.
1. walkyes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashima_fukko_shopping_mall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK044.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK044.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKashima Fukko Shopping MallKashima Fukko Shopping Mall (かしま福幸商店街) is one of the prefab shopping mall after Tsunami located in Minami Soma, Fukushima prefecture. It was built in 2011 for the shops that has damaged by the earthquake in 2011 or people must moved because the original location became the quarantine zone because of Fukushima Daiichi. There are 7 stores opens in this mall. It has a great shops including a great restaurants.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Soma Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kashima Station.
2. walk (10 min.)yes496http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyoken_factory_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL225.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL225.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKiyoken Factory TourKiyoken Factory Tour(崎陽軒工場見学) is one of the most popular factory tour in Yokohama. Kiyoken is the most popular Shumai, Japanese dumpling, brand in Japan. It is about 90 min. long tour and you can learn the history of Kiyoken and why it is so taste good even though Shumai is cold. Moreover, you will see and enjoy the product line of Shumai. Dynamic machine produce 800,000 Shumai everyday. It will be a great educational tour of Japanese food industry.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a few parking space.
Admission: Free.
Note: No age limit. Upto 40 people.
Time: 10:30 and 13:00.
Day: Wed. to Sat. The Last day of the month is closed.
Tour: 90 min.
Reservation: only phone 045-472-5890 (8:00 to 18:00)
or contact <a href="mailto:sales@mustlovejapan.com">MustLoveJapan</a>
Important: This tour is Japanese Only.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Yokohama Line to Shin-Yokohama.
2. use local bus (station 5) to Kohoku Inter.
3. walk.yes572http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/megane_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL063.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL063.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMegane BridgeMegane Bridge (めがね橋) is one of the main feature located in Annaka, Gunma Prefecture. It is a huge bridge made by bricks constructed in 1893. It was designed by British Architect Charles Assheton Whately Pownall. The size of the bridge is 91m long and 31m high from Usui river. It used about 2 million bricks and one of the largest brick made bridge in Japan. It is designated as the national Important cultural assets.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Yokokawa.
2. walk north (2 hours)yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/abt_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL064.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL064.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAbt PassAbt Pass(アプトの道) is one of the popular hiking spot located in Annaka, Gunma Prefecture. It was used to be the railway, but today it was rebuilt as the hiking spot. It is 6km long pass with many old tunnel and bridges which are construted in 1893. You can walk on Megane Bridge that is one of the largest Brick Made Bridge in Japan. It is also very famous spot for Koyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
The light will be shut down at 6:00 pm
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Yokokawa.
2. walk north (2 hours)yes265http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakamoto_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL065.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL065.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakamoto-jukuSakamoto-juku (坂本宿) is one of the post town of Nakasendo Road located in Gunma Prefecture. It was 17th post town from Edo. Sakamoto-juku is located just before Usui Pass that was very difficult place to pass on Nakasendo Road. There are few buildings that has the old view of the post town.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are restroom and parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takasaki Station.
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Yokokawa.
2. walk north (1 hours)yes151http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arafune_wind_cave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL066.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL066.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfArafune Wind CaveArafune Wind Cave (荒船風穴) is one of historic site that registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of Tomioka Silk Mill and Related Sites. It was wind cave that was used for the storage for silkworms. Cold wind from from the mountains brow from the cave even in summer. It remains a great conditions.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 Yen for adult. Free for under highschool.
Closed: 12/1 to 3/31
Time: 9:30 to 16:00
It is very far from Parking and road is very steep.
<b>Access</b>
Need car. Get off at Shimonita of Joetsu Express way. Drive 254 to west.yes103http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ikego_mountain_trail/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL226.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL226.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIkego Mountain TrailIkego Mountain Trail (池子やまなみルート) is a popular and beautiful hiking course located in Zushi, Kanagawa. The trail takes about 4 hours from Zushi Station to Mutsuura. There is Hisagi pond and observatory. At the observatory, you can enjoy Mt. Fuji. Also, it travels to Asahina pass that is one of 7 entries to Kamakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Use restroom at the station before you start trail.
Donot enter the restricted zone.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Zushi Station.
1. walk north.yes424http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_daibosatsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL093.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL093.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. DaibosatsuMt. Daibosatsu (大菩薩嶺) is one of 100 best Japanese mountains located in Yamanashi. It is 2,057m tall with beautiful view of Mt. Fuji and Kofu. It is a very popular mountain for hiking around Tokyo. The trekking takes about 4 hours for round trip. There are many rest house with food and gift shops on this mountain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kai-Yamato Station.
2. use shuttle bus to Daibosatsu.yes263http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daibosatutoge_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL094.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL094.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDaibosatutoge TrekkingDaibosatutoge Trekking (大菩薩峠トレッキング) is one of the popular hikings around Tokyo. Daibosatutoge is a mountain pass that located in Mt. Daibosatsu. Mt. Daibosatsu is chosen as one of 100 best Japanese mountains located in Yamanashi Prefecture. The trakking takes about 4 hours for round trip. There are some resting shops that has foods and gifts. On the roof pass, you will see the great view of Mt. Fuji.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kai-Yamato Station.
2. use shuttle bus to Daibosatsu.yes546http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanzo_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL095.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL095.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKanzo HouseKanzo House (甘草屋敷) is one of the traditional houses located in Kosyu, Yamanashi Prefecture. It was used to be Takano House that constructed in early 19th century. It is a large farmer's house that has a feature of Kosyu Houses. It is registered as the national important caltural asset.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 Yen for adult and 200 for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 16:30
Close: Tuseday (when it is holiday it will be next day.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Enzan Station.
2. walk 2 min.yes193http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kashio_bridge/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL096.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL096.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKashio BridgeKashio Bridge (柏尾橋) is one of historic sites located in Yamanashi. It was used to be a part of Kosyu Road. In 1868, the commander of Shinsengumi, Kondo Isami lead his army and fought against the army of Meiji Government. Kondo's army was lost in this battle and this was the beginning of the fall of Edo Gervernment.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Katsunumabudogou.
2. walk south (1 hour)yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cedar_of_yatate/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL097.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL097.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCedar of YatateCedar of Yatate (矢立の杉) is over 1,000 years old giant cedar trees located in Yamanashi Prefecture. It is 26.5m tall and 14m wide. In old time, samurai aimed this cedar with their bow to pray the wish for the victory. This is also located on Kosyu Road.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
No restroom.
Do not touch this tree.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Sasago Station.
2. walk west (2 hours.)yes99http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_amagi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI116.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI116.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. AmagiMt. Amagi (天城山) is one of the popular mountain located in Izu Peninsula. It is chosen as one of 100 best Japanese mountains. There are 3 peaks in Mt. Amagi. The tallest mountain is Mt. Banzaburo that is 1,406m. It is very popular mountain with beautiful buna trees. You can enjoy hiking under deep forest. It is Azalea spot in Shizuoka prefecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Trekking takes about 4 hours.
Park at Amagi Highland Golf Course.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive route 135 to 111 west.yes534http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakatsugawa_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF065.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF065.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNakatsugawa-jukuNakatsugawa-juku (中津川宿) is 45th post town of Nakasendo road. It is located in eastern Gifu Prefecture. There are many traditional houses that offers the great view of Edo period. Great features of Nakatsugawa-juku is the house with Udatsu. Only rich family had great Udatsu in their house. This house is Soga House it was constructed in the middle of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking at Nakatsugawa History Museum.
The restroom is located at the historic resting place.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakatsugawa Station.
1. walk south (10 min.)yes477http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ohi_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF066.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF066.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOhi-jukuOhi-juku(大井宿) is 46th post town of Nakasendo road. It is located in eastern Gifu Prefecture. There are many traditional houses that offers the great view of Edo period. The size of the street is the same and the structures of the town are preserved well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nakatsugawa Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Ena Station.
2. walk south.yes354http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toganji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfToganji TempleToganji Temple (桃巌寺) is Buddhist temple located in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture. It was established in 1550 for Oda Nobuhide, the father of Oda Nobunaga. It is also known as the Nagoya Daibutsu, the great Buddha. It is about 15m tall great statue of Buddha. The Sarasvati temple is also very famous. Great for peace sleeping.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Sarasvati Temple open from 8:00 to 18:00. January 1 to 5 and May 7 & 8.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Nagoya Metoro Higashiyama Line to Motoyama Station.
2. walk southyes145http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagoya_nakamura_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL035.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL035.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNakamura ParkNakamura Park (中村公園) is the park with Japanese garden in Nagoya. The Legend said, Toyotomi Hideyoshi was born here. Therefore, there is Toyokuni Shrine that enshrines Toyotomi Hideyoshi. There is also a beautiful Japanese garden. It is very famous for its Azalea and Wisteria.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Subway Higashiyama Line to Nakamura Nisseki Station.
2. walk west.yes219http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagoya_toyokuni_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL036.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL036.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNagoya Toyokuni ShrineNagoya Toyokuni Shrine (名古屋豊国神社) is located in Nakamura Park, Nagoya. It enshrines Toyotomi Hideyoshi. The legend said, Toyotomi Hideyoshi was born in this place. It was enshrines also Kato Kiyomasa who is the best Samurai of Hideyoshi. Many people worship this shrine to pray their success.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is reatroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Subway Higashiyama Line to Nakamura Nisseki Station.
2. walk west.yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/myogyoji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL037.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL037.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMyogyoji TempleMyogyoji Temple (妙行寺) is one of Nichiren Buddhism Temple in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture. It is located the birthplace of Kato Kiyomasa. In 1610, when Kiyomasa was constructing Nagoya Castle, he removed this temple to his birthplace. There is the statue of Kato Kiyomasan and pure land garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Subway Higashiyama Line to Nakamura Nisseki Station.
2. walk west.yes183http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hitachi_seaside_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB042.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB042.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHitachi Seaside ParkHitachi Seaside Park (ひたち海浜公園) is one of the large flower park in Ibaraki. There are many seasonable flowers. Baby blue eyes in April is very famous in the world. Tulips and Linaria are blooming in late May.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 410 Yen for Adult, 210 Yen for senior, 80 Yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Open: 9:30
Close: 17:00 (3/1 to 7/20 and 9/1 to 10/31), 18:00 (7/21 to 8/31), 16:30 (11/1 to end of Feb.)
Close Day: Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Katuta station.
2. use local bus to Hitachinaka Kaihinkoen.yes405http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ogushi_kaizuka_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB043.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB043.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOgushi Kaizuka ParkOgushi Kaizuka Park (大串貝塚ふれあい公園) is located in Mito, Ibaraki Prefecture. This was used to be the village in ancient Japan. Therefore, it is registered as the national historic site. Legendary Giant, Daidarabou 15m tall. There is Kaizuka which is a shell mound of 5000 years ago. There are traditional residences that restored in ancient Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 9:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use Oarai Kashima Line Tsunezumi Station.
2. walk west.yes204http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurefushi_kofun_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB044.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB044.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKurefushi no Sato Kofun ParkKurefushi no Sato Kofun Park (くれふしの里古墳公園) is historic sites of Ibaraki Prefecture. There are 8 different Kofuns, Japanese Mausoleum, in this park. One of the Kofun is fully restored. There is also 17.3m tall Haniwa Tower.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Uchihara Station.
2. walk north.yes190http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mito_nazaki_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB045.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB045.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNazaki HouseNazaki House (中崎家住宅) is a traditional House located in Ibaraki Prefecture. It was constructed in 1688. It is registered as the national important cultural assets. Current house is located in the ruins of old castle.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
Be careful. It is a private property.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Uchihara Station.
2. walk south.yes103http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagoya_yokiso_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL038.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL038.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYokiso GardenYokiso Garden is a beautiful Japanese Garden located in Nagoya. It was used to be the house of Ito Jiro the founder of Matsuzakaya. There are many buildings and garden surrounding pond. At the tea house you can enjoy small tea ceremony.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
Time: 9:30 to 16:30
Closed: Monday. If the monday is Holiday, it will be next day.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Higashiyama Line to Kakuozan Station.
2. walk north.yes228http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nittaiji_matsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL039.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL039.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNittaiji MatsuriNittaiji Matsuri (日泰寺縁日) is Matsuri of Nittaiji temple. Nittaiji temple is located in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture. It is the Japan-Thailand friendship temple. Every 21 of months, there is Matsuri on the leading road of the temple. There are many stores that sales local products.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Higashiyama Line to Kakuozan Station.
2. walk north.yes248http://www.mustlovejapan.com/howto/howto_visit_kiso_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT116.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/HT116.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHow to visit Kiso TownHow to visit Kiso Town (木曽町の行き方) from Shinjuku Station, Tokyo is very easy. You just use Keio Highway Bus to Kiso-Fukushima Station. It takes about 4 hours from the Shinjuku Station. No transit. No Switching Train or Station. The Ticket will be from 4,000 JPY to 5,000 JPY.yes328http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagoya_daibutsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL034.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/AL034.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNagoya DaibutsuNagoya Daibutsu (名古屋大仏) is a great Buddha Statue of Nagoya. It is located in Toganji Temple. It is 10m tall and his base is 5m tall. So, in total height is 15m. Unlike other Daibutsu. This statues is not surrounded by Lutus, but Elephants. It was built in 1987. It is made from Bronze.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagoya Station.
1. use Nagoya Metoro Higashiyama Line to Motoyama Station.
2. walk southyes132http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/june_kamakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL227.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL227.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJune in KamakuraJune in Kamakura (六月の鎌倉) is a full of attractions of flowers. Kamakura is well known as the town of Hydrangea. In June, many Kamakura temples and shrines has their beautiful gardens of Hydrangea. Also, Iris will be blooming in the same season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
The tour start from Kita-Kamakura Station and end up at Zeniarai Benten Shrine.yes360http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kitayama_iris_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL364.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL364.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKitayama Park Iris GardenKitayama Park Iris Garden (北山公園菖蒲園) is one of the Iris Spot in Tokyo. There are about 220 kinds 8,000 Iris that blooms about 100,000 Flowers. Iris Bloom in June. There are many food stands and local shops in this park dring the season. There is lit up Iris, as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free
<b>Access</b>
0. Kokubunji Station.
1. Use Seibu Kokubunji Line to Higashimurayama.
2. walk (20 min.)yes279http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mizumoto_park_iris/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL365.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL365.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMizumoto Park IrisMizumoto Park Iris (水元公園菖蒲園) is one of the very popular Iris spot in Tokyo Metro. There are about 100 kinds 14,000 Iris in this park. In June, beautiful Iris Flowers bloom and the festival will be held.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kitasenju Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Kanamachi.
2. walk (30 min.)yes305http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mito_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL366.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL366.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. Mito TrekkingMt. Mito Trekking (三頭山トレッキング) is one of the popular hiking in Tokyo. It is kids friend mountain for beginners. Unlike other mountains, it is not so many people visit here. So, the trekking is very quiet. Mt. Mito is 1531m tall and chosen as one of 300 best Japanese mountains. The trekking takes about 4 house with waterfalls and buna forest. It is one of the best mountain to enjoy nature in Tokyo.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. use JR Itsukaichi Line to Musashi Itsukaichi Station.
2. use local bus to Hinohara Tomin no Mori.yes557http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mito_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL367.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL367.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMito Great FallsMito Great Falls (三頭大滝) is one of the great waterfalls in Hinohara, Tokyo. It is 30m tall waterfalls and it will be completely frozen in the winter.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. use JR Itsukaichi Line to Musashi Itsukaichi Station.
2. use local bus to Hinohara Tomin no Mori.yes113http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nine_head_dragon_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL368.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL368.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNine Head Dragon FallsNine Head Dragon Falls (九頭竜の滝) is one of Takigyo Waterfalls located in Hinohara, Tokyo. It is 10m tall 2-step waterfalls with the sacred water.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. Get the Parking Ticket at Kuzuryu Shrine nearby.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Haijima Station.
1. use JR Itsukaichi Line to Musashi Itsukaichi Station.
2. use local bus to Kazumakami.
3. walk 10 min.yes139http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/snow_ajisai_mountain/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL370.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL370.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSnow Ajisai MountainSnow Ajisai Mountain (アナベルの雪山) is one of the most beautiful Hydrangea Spot in Tokyo. White Ajisai bloom at the hill of the mountain to create the white snow mountain. It is located in Ajisai Garden of Tokyo Summer Land. Hidrangea bloom from the middle of June to the beginning of July. There are 60 kinds 15,000 Ajisai trees in this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 600 yen for adult and 300 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 10:00 to 17:00
Period: June 6 to July 10
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hachioji Station.
1. use local bus to Tokyo Summer Land.
2. walk (10 min.)yes243http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rafting_shiki_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL067.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL067.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRafting at Shiki TourRafting at Shiki Tour (四季の旅・ラフティング) is one of the most exciting water activities in Japanese summer. The rafting is recreational outdoor activity on the river. Splashing water and exciting ride on raft going through Tone river, Gunma Prefecture. This tour offers about 90 min. on the boat, lunch and Onsen. It is very and reasonable from Shinjuku. This tour includes both way bus, rafting, pasta lunch and Onsen. The guide will be taking care of everything.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Starts at Shinjuku, Tokyo Metro Gov. Building at 7:45am (Sometimes bus leave at 7:15)
Back to the Shinjuku Station at 7:30pm
No restroom on the bus.
Fee: 10,500 to 12,500 JPY
Period: May to Oct.
Kids Friendly Tour : Yes
Lunch : Included. Add extra fee for BBQ
Onsen: Yes
Type: One Day Hiking
English Guide: Yes (just for the rafting)
Bus will not wait for you. So, please be careful about the leaving time and don't be late.
<b>Access</b>
15 min. from Shinjuku Station West Entrance.
<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/map/shinjuku_map99.pdf" target="_blank">Check out the meeting location.</a>yes776http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nyukasa_shiki_bus_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL121.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL121.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. Nyukasa Shiki Bus TourMt. Nyukasa Shiki Bus Tour (四季の旅・入笠山ツアー) is a great one day hiking tour offered by Shiki Bus Tour. The Bus takes to Mt. Nyukasa that is 1955m tall mountain located in Nagano Prefecture. There are ropeway to take tourist into the middle of the mountain and they have about 4 hours of hiking time. This tour includes the bus ride, tickets for rope way and Onsen. Mt. Nyukasa is one of the popular mountain that has a great panorama view of many other beautiful mountains. You can relax on the bus, and not have to worry for driving or taking train. It is very easy and reasonable tour.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Starts at Shinjuku, Tokyo Metro Gov. Building at 7:30am
Back to the Shinjuku Station at 7:30pm
No restroom on the bus.
Fee: 7,800 JPY
Period: 5/30 to 11/14
Kids Friendly Tour : Yes
Lunch : Not Included
Onsen: Yes
Type: One Day Hiking
English Guide: No
Bus will not wait for you. So, please be careful about the leaving time and don't be late.
<b>Access</b>
15 min. from Shinjuku Station West Entrance.
<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/map/shinjuku_map99.pdf" target="_blank">Check out the meeting location.</a>yes597http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hydrangea_cape_inamura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL228.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL228.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHydrangea at Cape InamuraHydrangea at Cape Inamura (稲村ケ崎のあじさい) is very popular in Kamakura, Kanagawa. There are many Hydrangea that bloom in June. Enoshima Island, Mt. Fuji and Ajisai is very beautiful scenery of this park.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use Enoden Line to Inamuragasaki.
2. walk (5 min.)yes191http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/goryo_shrines_ajisai/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL229.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL229.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGoryo Shrines AjisaiGoryo Shrine's Ajisai (御霊神社の紫陽花) is very popular photo spot for both Hydrangea and train. Many photographers visit here and take a photo of train and hydrangea.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Please don't enter the train rail. Stay away from the train and the restricted zone.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamakura Station.
1. use Enoden Line to Hase.
2. walk (5 min.)yes147http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nyukasa_marsh/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL122.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL122.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNyukasa Marshflowers. It is about 18,500 square meters wide.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Ropeway: 1650 yen for round trip. 800 yen for kids.
Time: 8:30 to 16:00 (8:00 from 7/25 to 8/31)
<b>Access</b>
0. Okaya Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Fujimi.
2. there is free shuttle bus to the ropeway.yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiking_mt_ontake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL132.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL132.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHiking at Mt. OntakeHiking at Mt. Ontake (御嶽山ハイキング) is very popular for hikers because its hiking is very easy for over 3000m tall mountain. It is chosens as one of 100 best Japanese mountains. Mt. Ontake is one of the sacred mountains in Japan. It is the stratovolcano which is 3067m tall. In fall, Mt. Ontake has a beautiful Koyo leaves. There is a ropeway to take hikiers to 2150m from the sea level. It has a great view of North and Central Japanese Alps.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There is a ropeway to reach 7th station (2150m).
There is a shuttle bus from Kiso-Fukushima Station to the ropeway.
There is parking at the rope way and each stations including the top has rest houses.
Caution: It is an active volcano. Becareful and pay attention for the alert. Evacuate immediately to the shelter.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Stion.
1. use a shuttle bus to Ontake Ropway.yes600http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/masutomi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL098.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL098.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMasutomiand the wellness tour of Masutomi is a great feature of this Onsen Town. The water of Masutomi is chosen as 100 best Heisei Water. Onsen of this town contains Radium, Potassium and Germanium. Low temperature Onsen is designed for long time taking Onsen for great wellness.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Onsen here allow you to have Tatoo on your skin.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nirasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Masutomi Onsen.yes667http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaida_blueberry_picking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL133.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL133.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKAIDA Farm Blueberry PickingKAIDA Farm Blueberry Picking(KAIDAブルーベリー狩り)is a great fruits harvest experiencing at Kiso, Nagano Prefecture. You can pick up and eat as many as you want during the harvesting. There are many different kinds of Blueberry you can pick up. You can enjoy form sour to sweet taste of Blueberry. You can buy those blueberry that you picked up after harvesting.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 800 Yen.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
Season: Middle of July to Eary Sep.
You can eat the blueberry as many as you want on the field, and pay them if you want to bring them back to home.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. there is a shuttle bus to Kaidakogen Visitor's center.
2. walk 5 min.yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mikoshi_makuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL130.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL130.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMikoshi MakuriMikoshi Makuri(みこしまくり) is one of the most unique Matsuri in Japan. It is the main feature of Suimu Shrine Matsuri. Unlike other Matsuri, people roll over Mikoshi to break completely. It is very dynamic to see people breaking Mikoshi. Vertical rolling is especially exciting. The Mikoshi is weight about 400kg. The broken wood pieces from Mikoshi considered as lucky items.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The road will be restricted.
Date: Night at July 23.
It starts around 19:00 to 21:00
Mikoshi travel all of the post town of Kiso Fukushima and finish until break infront of Kiso Town Tourist Organization Office.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. walk to Kiso Town Tourist Organization Office.yes369http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hontanigawa_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL099.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL099.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHontanigawa ValleyHontanigawa Valley (本谷川渓谷) is one of the nature spot in Masutomi, Yamanashi prefecture. The water is chosen as 100 best Heisei Water. There are many beautiful scenery arong the river. Especially, Koyo, the Autumn leaves are so beautiful.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
There is strolling pass along the river.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nirasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Masutomi Onsen.
2. walkyes287http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gongen_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL131.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL131.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGongen FallsGongen Falls (権現滝) is one of waterfalls located in Kiso, Nagano prefecture. It is about 25m tall waterfalls. Legend said, Kiso Yoshinaga prayed his victory when he raised his army.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. walk (40 min.)yes165http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiso_matsuri_fireworks/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL123.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL123.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKiso Matsuri FireworksKiso Matsuri Fireworks (木曽町花火大会) is happening at July 22. It is a part of Suimu Shrine Matsuri. There are about 1400 fireworks in this festival. Many food stands are also opens during the festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The road will be restricted.
It starts around 19:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
You can watch anywhere in this town.yes298http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tateba_tea_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL127.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL127.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTateba Tea HouseTateba Tea House (立場茶屋) is located between Tsumago-juku and Magome-juku. This house was constructed in late Edo period (19th century). For many years, this house has been used for resting place and even today.
<b>Touris Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is the internet connection.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nagiso Station.
2. use local bus to Tsumagojuku.
3. walk.yes92http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/magome_odaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL125.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL125.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMagome Odaki FallsMagome Odaki Falls (馬籠男滝) is 10m tall waterfalls located on Nagiso, Nagano Prefecture. It is located on the trail between Tsumago-juku and Magome-juku. For many years, it is very popular spots for the Nakasendo Travelers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nagiso Station.
2. use local bus to Odaki-medaki.yes145http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/magome_medaki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL126.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL126.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMagome Medaki FallsMagome Medaki Falls (馬籠女滝) is 12m tall waterfalls located on Nagiso, Nagano Prefecture. It is located on the trail between Tsumago-juku and Magome-juku. For many years, it is very popular spots for the Nakasendo Travelers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nagiso Station.
2. use local bus to Odaki-medaki.yes112http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiso_dance/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL124.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL124.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKiso DanceKiso Dance (木曽踊り) is one of the main feature of Summer in Kiso. Kiso Dance is the Samurai Dance that has over 800 years of history. Legend said, this dance was for the victory of Shogun Kiso Yoshinak. The dance is very simple because Samurai with armor can dance. This festival is held in July 22 and 23.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The road will be restricted.
It starts around 20:00 to 22:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. walk to Kiso Town Tourist Organization Office.yes266http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujiwara_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL129.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL129.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFujiwara HouseFujiwara House (藤原家住宅) is one of traditional farmer's located Kiso, Nagano. It was constructed in late 17th century.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
It is located in the private property.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nagiso Station.
2. use local bus to Tsumagojuku.
3. walk.yes78http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/masutomino_yu_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL100.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL100.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMasutomi no Yu OnsenMasutomi no Yu Onsen (増富の湯) is Onsen Facility located in Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture. Onsen contains a lot of those metals. The temperature of the Onsen Spring is very low (30 Celsius). People enjoy warm Onsen for long time. Because this Onsen water is good for livers, people who has tatoo can enjoy Onsen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 820 Yen for Adult. 510 Yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 10:00 to 19:00 (Apr. to end of Nov.) 10:00 to 18:00 (Dec. to Mar). Last entry 30 min. before close.
Closed on Wedensday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nirasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Masutomi Onsen.yes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rafting_at_kiso_river/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL134.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL134.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRafting at Kiso RiverRafting at Kiso River (木曽川ラフティング) is one of great adventure offered by Kiso Town, Nagano Prefecture. The rafting is the outdoor activities that riding through the hard river with 8 people boat. You will spend about 45 min. on the boat. There are many waterfalls that people going through on the raft. It is very exciting.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Kids friendly tour.
Admission: 4000 JPY
Minimum people: 5 people.
Time: Start at 9:00 and end at 12:00 and start at 13:00 and end at 16:00.
There is a professional guide will be taking care of this ride.
Reservation: 0264-22-4000
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. walk 30 min.yes532http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/camping_field_kiso_kodo/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL135.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL135.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCamping Field Kiso KodoCamping Field Kiso Kodo (キャンピングフィールド木曽古道) is a great camping field surrounded with full of the forest located in Kiso, Nagano Prefecture. There many facilities for camping. You can enjoy your own tent or using cabin. There is also large open space for camping fire. You can borrow all kinds of camping gear and food. Shower, cooking space and restroom are available, as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Each space has parking space.
Check in: from 14:00
Check out: by 11:00
Open: May to the end of Oct.
Office Hour: 9:00 to 19:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. use route 19 to east at Iya.
2. 10 min.yes687http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mizugakiyama_natural_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL102.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL102.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMizugakiyama Natural ParkMizugakiyama Natural Park (みずがき山自然公園) is an open field park located in Mt.Mizugaki, Yamanashi Prefecture. It has a great view of Mt. Mizugaki and northern Yamanashi. There are open field for any kinds of activities and camping field.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Manager office for camping closed on Wedensday and winter.
The office: 9:00 to 14:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nirasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Masutomi Onsen.
2. walk north.yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/masutomi_akagawa_river/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL101.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL101.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMasutomi Akagawa RiverMasutomi Akagawa River (増富・赤川) is one of power spot in Masutomi Onsen in Yamanashi Prefecture. There are many metals from the underground is coming out from the mountain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nirasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Masutomi Onsen.
2. walk north.yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_tsuboyama/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL103.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL103.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. TsuboyamaMt. Tsuboyama (坪山) is a popular mountain located Uenohara, Yamanashi Prefecture. It is 1102m high from the sea level. The hiking takes about 4 hours and you can enjoy beautiful forest. It is also known as Azalea spots. From mid April to mid May, you can enjoy beautiful Azalea.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otsuki Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Uenohara.
2. use local Bus to Mitake Shrine.yes296http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otsumago/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL128.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL128.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOtsumagoOtsumago (大妻籠) is small post town located between Tsumago-juku and Magome-juku. There are many traditional houses that shows the time of Edo period. Some of the house is over 300 years old. Traditional Hotels of post town are still serving the travelers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso-Fukushima Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Nagiso Station.
2. use local bus to Tsumagojuku.
3. walk.yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/soba_making_kiso/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL136.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL136.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSoba Making at KisoSoba Making at Kiso (木曽町そば打ち体験) is one of the very exciting experiencing at Kiso Town, Nagano Prefecture. Soba is one of the popular Japanese noodle, and at Furusato Taikenkan, you can learn and enjoy making Soba. The taste of Soba is so great when you cook it by yourself. The instructor will teach you nicely. It is very kid freindly.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 9:30 to 16:30 (last sign-up 15:00)
Close: Wed.
Making Soba:
Admission:1,200 yen. From 3 persons.
Time: 2 hours.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on route 361.yes294http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/wood_making_kiso/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL137.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL137.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWood Making at KisoWood Making at Kiso (木曽町木工体験) is one of the great family activities and experiencing Japanese local craft works. Kiso is famous for its wood industry. At Furusato Taikenkan, you can enjoy a great wood making crafts. You can make your own chop-sticks, name plate and more with nice wood of cedar or cypress that has a great taste of smell.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 9:30 to 16:30 (last sign-up 15:00)
Close: Wed.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. It is located on route 361.yes297http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akeno_sunflower_farm/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL105.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL105.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAkeno Sunflower FarmAkeno Sunflower Farm (明野ひまわり畑) is a great Sunflower spot located in Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture. There are about 600,000 Sunflowers bloom in summer. There is festival and events during the season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Parking: 500 YEN
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nirasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Akenotsumitorien, misawa winery or Chigatake.yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoshida_himatsuri/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL106.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL106.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYoshida HimatsuriYoshida Himatsuri(吉田の火祭り) also known as Fire Festival is one of the three major unique Matsuri in Japan. It is held in August 26 and 27 at Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi Prefecture. There are hundreds of bonfires that imitate Mt. Fuji and light up the night of Fujiyoshida. This is the sacred celemony of Sengen Shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking but the street will be closed around the shrine.
There are many food stands during Matsuri.
Fire starts at 18:30 to mid-night.
Be careful and don't put anything into the fire.
Date: August 26.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fujisan Station.
1. walk (20min.)yes442http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiki_bus_sunflower_grape/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL104.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL104.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShiki Bus Sunflower & Grape PickingShiki Bus Sunflower & Grape Picking (四季の旅・ひまわり&ぶどう狩り) offers you the 600,000 Sunflowers and grape picking that as much as you can eat. You can eat seasonable fresh grapes. After the grape picking, you will visit Shingenmochi factory and winery for shopping.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Starts at Shinjuku, Tokyo Metro Gov. Building at 7:30am
Back to the Shinjuku Station at 7:30pm
No restroom on the bus.
Fee: 6,800 JPY
Period: August
Kids Friendly Tour : Yes
Lunch : Not included
Onsen: No
Type: Fruits Picking
Bus will not wait for you. So, please be careful about the leaving time and don't be late.
<b>Access</b>
15 min. from Shinjuku Station West Entrance.
<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/map/shinjuku_map99.pdf" target="_blank">Check out the meeting location.</a>yes699http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiki_bus_grape_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL107.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL107.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShiki Bus Grape Picking & Onsen TourShiki Bus Grape Picking & Onsen Tour (四季の旅・ぶどう狩りと絶景温泉) is one of the very popular fruits picking tour of Shiki. You can enjoy fresh seasobale grape and eat as many as you want. Then you are going to enjoy Onsen and Harb Garden. It is very reasonable tour. Grape picking is a great for kids to adults.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Starts at Shinjuku, Tokyo Metro Gov. Building at 7:30am
Back to the Shinjuku Station at 7:30pm
No restroom on the bus.
Fee: 6,480 JPY
Period: July to November
Kids Friendly Tour : Yes
Lunch : Not included
Onsen: No
Type: Fruits Picking
Bus will not wait for you. So, please be careful about the leaving time and don't be late.
<b>Access</b>
15 min. from Shinjuku Station West Entrance.
<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/map/shinjuku_map99.pdf" target="_blank">Check out the meeting location.</a>yes323http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mitsumine_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL086.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL086.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMitsumine ShrineMitsumine Shrine (三峯神社) is one of 3 major shrines in Chichibu, Saitama. It is one of the oldest shrine in Saitama. It was established in the time of 12th emperor, Keiko. The shrine is located in the beautiful forest of the mountain which has great power of nature. The main shrine was constructed in 1661. It has a beautiful carving arts and takes the excellent style of old architecture.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chichibu Station.
1. use Chichbu Line to Mitsumineguchi.
2. use local bus to Mitsumine Shrine.yes358http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hodosan_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL087.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL087.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHodosan ShrineHodosan Shrine (宝登山神社) is one of 3 major shrines in Chichibu, Saitama. It is one of the oldest shrine in Saitama. It was established in the time of 12th emperor, Keiko. In Japanese Myth, the Royal Prince Yamato Takeru no Mikoto built the shrine here during the expedition of war to the eastern Japan. When he was surrounded by the enemy's fire, the divine dog appeared and saved him from the fire. He highly respected this dog and built the shrine here. Today, as the protector of the fire disaster, many people still worship here. The main shrine has a beautiful carving art.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chicihbu Station.
1. use Chichibu line to Nagatoro.
2. walk.yes242http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_gassan/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG037.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG037.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt.GassanPrefecture. It is chosen as one of 100 best Japanese mountains, 100 best flower mountains and 100 best water forests. It is also the main mountain of Dewa 3 sacred mountains of Shugendo. Therefore, on the top of the mountain, there is Gassan Shrine that enshrines Tsukuyomi no mikoto, the god of the moon. It is 1,984m tall active volcano that has a great view of all Yamagata prefecture from the top of the mountain. Most of the time, the mountain is covered with deep snow. So, it is also known as summer ski.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
There are many trekking courses for this mountain.
Restroom: 100 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuruoka Station.
1. use local bus to Gassan Hachigome.
Time at Gassan Hachigome.
8:00, 9:00, 12:45, 15:00yes372http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mogamigawa_shiraito_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG036.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG036.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMogamigawa Shiraito FallsMogamigawa Shiraito Falls (最上川白糸の滝) is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Yamagata Prefecture. It is about 120m tall waterfalls. There are 48 waterfalls on the Mogami Valley and Shiraito Falls is the biggest waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
The observatory and restaurants are located nearby.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. use JR Uetsu Line to Amarume Station.
2. use JR Okunohosomichi Mogamigawa Line to Kiyokawa.
3. walkyes53http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/otsuji_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK047.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK047.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOtsuji FallsOtsuji Falls (乙字ケ滝) is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Fukushima Prefecture. It is 6m tall and 100m wide dynamic falls. Because of the look, it is called small Niagara falls. Famous Haiku Master Basho visited here and wrote a poem.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koriyama Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Sukagawa Station.
2. use local bus to Otsuji Falls.yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/gassan_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. Gassan TrekkingMt. Gassan Trekking (月山トレッキング) is one of the very popular mountain in Yamagata Prefecture. Mt. Gassan is chosen as one of 100 best mountains in Japan and the main mountains of Dewa 3 sacreds. It is 1984m tall and on the top of the mountain, there is Gassan Shrine. There are many different trails for this mountain trekking. If you use the ropeway, it takes about 2 hours. The most popular route is use Hagurosan route that takes about 3 hours. This mountain is located in the middle of Yamagata Prefecture, therefore it has a great panorama view of Yamagata. The half of the year is closed under snow. The trails has many restrooms, and it is long but very easy for hikers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This video is Hagurosan route.
There are parking and restroom (100 yen).
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tsuruoka Station.
1. use local bus to Gassan Hachigome.
Time at Gassan Hachigome.
8:00, 9:00, 12:45, 15:00
To visit the top of the shrine, you need to join official worship at Gassan Shrine.yes267http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shonai_open_set/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShonai Open SetShonai Open Set (庄内オープンセット) is the out side movie sets located in Yamagata Prefecture. There are many famous movies, such as Oshin, Okuribito and Zatoichi that were shot in this place, and most of them are preserved and opened for public. In the field of surrounding mountains, there are towns of old Samurai Town. You can enjoy great time traveling.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 1300 yen for adult, 900 yen for elementery school, kids free.
There is a group discount.
Time: Apr. to Sep. 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entery 16:00), Oct.& Nov. to 16:00 (Last entery 15:00)
Closed: From the end of November to April.
There is a loop bus in the studio.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
at Sakata Station.
Drive route 7south to 47 to Hagurosan.
346 south to Open set.yes541http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ginzan_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG032.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG032.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGinzan OnsenGinzan (銀山温泉) is one of the most popular Onsen in Tohoku. It is very small Onsen village located in Yamagata Prefecture. There are many beautiful classic style Onsen Hotels. It was used for the famous TV series "Oshin". It has a great view of Taisho Nostargic era.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and public Onsen.
Public Onsen will closed at night.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yamagata Station.
1. use JR Ohu Line to Ohishida Station.
2. use local bus to Ginzan Onsen.yes156http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akutsu_hachiman_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG034.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG034.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAkutsu Hachiman ShrineAkutsu Hachiman Shrine (安久津八幡神社) is located in Takahata, Yamagata Prefecture. It was established in 860 by Minamoto no Yoshiie. He prayed for his victory in Tohoku.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yonezawa Station.
1. use JR Ohu Line to Takahata Station.
2. walk or use rental bycycle.yes264http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/worshipping_ise/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWorshipping IseWorshipping Ise (お伊勢参り) is the most popular tourism in the history of Japan. Ise is located in Mie prefecture. The grand shrine of Ise, or Ise Jingu, is located in this place. Ise Jingu is the top of all Japanese shrines. It enshrines Amateras Omikami, the goddess of the Sun and the ancestor of the imperial family of Japan. It is considered as the most sacred place in Japan and spiritual homeland of all Japanese people. Therefore, the worshipping Ise is the most popular tourism since it was established and even today.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parkings and restroom for each shrines.
You must visit the outer shrine, Geku, then visit the inner shrine, Naiku.
At last, you visit Tsukuyomi Shrine.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Iseshi station.
1. use local bus to visit all shrines.yes592http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/okage_yokocho/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOkage YokochoOkage Yokocho (おかげ横丁・おはらい町) is one of the popular shopping spot located nearby Naiku. There are 31 gifts shops, 10 restaurants and 5 other shops. You can enjoy great local foods and craftworks around Ise. Oharai machi is the leading road to Naiku. It is 800m long with many traditional buildings. They are also great shopping place, restaurants.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Iseshi Station.
1. use local bus to Naiku.yes303http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/meotoiwa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMeotoiwaMeotoiwa, the marriage rocks is two rocks rokated in Futamigaura of Ise. Legend said, when Amaterasu Omikami and other gods arrived at Ise, they use these rocks as torii gate. It is very famous worshipping place for sunrise. From May to July, the sun rise between these rocks.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Iseshi Station.
1. use JR Sangu Line to Futamigaura.
2. walk.yes74http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukiyomi_gu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsukiyomi-guTsukiyomi-gu (月讀宮) is one of the grand shrine of Ise. It enshrines, Tsukuyomi no mikoto, the god of moon and the brother of Amaterasu Omikami. There are 4 shrines in Tsukuyomi-gu: Nigimitama, the soul of the heart. Aramitama, the soul of the power. Izanagi no mikoto, the father of Japan. Izanami, the mother of Japan. This shrine appears in the record of 804.
After people worshiped at the grand shrien of Ise, Geku and Niku, they worship also this shrine.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Iseshi Station.
1. use local bus to Nakamura.
2. walk.yes68http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_haguro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. HaguroMt. Haguro (羽黒山) is one of 3 Dewa Sacred Mountains located in Yamagata. It is 414m tall mountains and the entire mountain is Dewa Shrine. The faith of Dewa is based on Shugendo and mountains. The history of Dewa Shrine is very old. In the middle of 6th century, these shrines of Dewa was established. There are many historical buildings such as 5 stories pagoda, the national treasure of Japan. The trail that is also the leading road has 2446 stone steps, and it is about 1.7km long.This main leading road is surrounded by over 500 years old Cedars.It was used to be a practice place of for Shugendo for long time.
Today, many people still worship this mountains.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. use JR Uetsu Line to Tsuruoka Station.
2. use local bus to Hagurosan.yes575http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakataSakata (酒田) is a great Edo style town located in the middle of Yamagata Prefecture. Sakata developed during Edo period by Shipping Industry. There are many great traditional houses still remaining in Sakata, especially Honma House is one of the largest Samurai House remaining in Yamagata. Also, the famous TV Show Oshin was shoot in this place. It offers great walking around the port town of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at Sankyosoko.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. use local bus to Sankosoko.yes341http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/dewa_sanzan_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDewa Sanzan ShrineDewa Sanzan Shrine (出羽三山神社) is the unified shrine of all Yudonosan Shrine, Gassan Shrine and Dewa Shrines. It is located on the top of Mt. Haguro. Dewa Sanzan is the 3 sacred mountains for Shugendo located in the middle of Yamagata Prefecture. It is one of the oldest Buddhism in Tohoku. It was used to be a practice place of for Shugendo for long time. Today, many people still worship this mountains. There are many great historical buidlings and one of them is designated as the national tresure of Japan.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
You can also visit top of the mountain by car.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. use JR Uetsu Line to Tsuruoka Station.
2. use local bus to Hagurosan.yes473http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/somaro/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSomaroSomaro (相馬樓) is a classic restaurant located in Sakata, Yamagata Prefecture. It offers the Maiko (Geisya) Dance Performance that you can enjoy lunch with their dance performance. Maiko perform their dance at 2 p.m. as well. Somaro is reconstructed after 1894 earthquake. It was used to be the hotel and restaurants. This house also displays many collections of art works such as panting.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking.
Admission:700 yen for Adult, 500 yen for High and Junior High School. 300 for kids. Free for under 3 years old. There is a group discount.
Business Hour: 10:00 to 17:00
Closed: Wednesday.
During the Hina Matsuri, it will be open but no meal are served.
Watching Maiko (Geisya) Dance Performance: additional 300 yen.
Dance Performance starts at 2 p.m.
Special Lunch Box: Additional 3500 for each person (minimum from 2 persons)
You can enjoy Maiko Dance Performance during the lunch. Reservation required.yes418http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sankyo_storage/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSankyo StorageSankyo Storage(山居倉庫) is the symbol of Sakata, Yamagata Prefecture. It is the group of classic storages constructed in 1893. There are Keyaki Trees for keeping temperatures and moisture low. There are 12 buildings remaining here and some of them are still in use. They are used for the storage for rice. The moisture and temperature are perceived in low for the rice. It was used for famous TV show, Oshin.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. walk south.yes229http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/suga_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSuga FallsSuga Falls (須賀の滝) is 20m tall waterfalls located in Mt. Haguro, Yamagata Prefecture. It was used for Misogi, cleansing Takigyo. It was used to be called Fudo Falls.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. use JR Uetsu Line to Tsuruoka Station.
2. use local bus to Hagurosan.yes92http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hagurosan_5stories_pagoda/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHagurosan 5 Stories PagodaHagurosan 5 Stories Pagoda (羽黒山五重塔) is the national treasure of Japan. It is located in Mt. Haguro, Yamagata Prefecture. It was constructed in around 1375 by Muto clan. Hagurosan 5 stories pagoda is 24m tall.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. use JR Uetsu Line to Tsuruoka Station.
2. use local bus to Hagurosan.yes141http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/old_abumiya_residence/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOld Abumiya ResidenceOld Abumiya Residence(旧鐙屋) was used to be the major warehouse of Sakata, Yamagata. In Edo period, Abumiya controlled the shipping industry. This house was used for the hotel for all traders and merchants. It is a great house that constructed in 1845. The house contains the 2 gardens, 13 rooms, store office and kitchen.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
Admission: 320 yen for adult, 210 yen for high and Collage, 100 yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Business Hour: 9:00 to 16:30
Close: Monday (only Dec. to Feb.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. walk.yes127http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsurugaoka_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsurugaoka CastleTsurugaoka Castle (鶴ヶ岡城) is one of flat land castle located in Tsuruoka, Yamagata. The castle was built in Kamakura Period. It is known as great Sakura spot in Tohoku. The main structure was designed by Sakata Tadakatsu in 1622. It was used to be the large castle but today it only remains main bailey.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. use JR Uetsu Line to Tsuruoka.
2. walk.yes167http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nanatsu_falls_yamagata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNanatsu FallsNanatsu Falls (七ツ滝) is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Yamagata prefecture. It is about 90m tall falls. Many small waterfalls combines into one large falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive 112 from Tsuruoka to Yudonoyama. Exit at Yudonoyama to south.yes163http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/namegawa_great_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG035.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG035.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNamegawa Great FallsNamegawa Great Falls (滑川大滝) is one of the 100 best Japanese waterfalls located in Yamagata Prefecture. It is 80m tall and 40m wide falls that make it as the one of the largest waterfalls in Tohoku region.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
20min. from the parking to the observatory.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yonezawa Station.
1. use JR Yamagata Line to Toge Station.
2. walk 4 hours.
The street will be closed in winter.yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yudonosan_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG030.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG030.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYudonosan ShrineYudonosan Shrine (湯殿山神社) is one of Dewa 3 sacred mountains located in Yamagata. This shrine is located on the south side of Mt. Gassan. Mt. Haguro, Mt. Gassan and Mt. Yudono are the moutains of Dewa 3 sacred mountains. Mt. Yudono represent the future as Mt. Haguro is present and Mt. Gassan is path.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
You must have official reception at the shrine to enter the mountain.
Admission: 500 yen.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
Open from: 4/29 to early Nov.
No shoes no photo in the moutain.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. use JR Uetsu Line to Tsuruoka.
2. use local bus to Yudonosan.yes87http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/endo_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG031.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YG031.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfEndo HouseEndo House (旧遠藤家住宅) is one of the traditional farmers house located in Yamagata prefecture. It was constructed in late Edo period (18th century) and has typical feature of Kabuto Style Multi Layered House. There are many craft works, traditional tools for farming are displayed that you can feel the life of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 Yen for adult, 200 yen for under high school. There is group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakata Station.
1. use JR Uetsu Line to Tsuruoka.
2. use local bus to Tamugimata
3. walk.yes149http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/misaka_kurodake_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL108.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL108.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. Misaka Kurodake TrekkingMt. Misaka Kurodake Trekking (御坂黒岳トレッキング) has a great view of Mt. Fuji. It is located in the outer mountains of Mt. Fuji, Yamanashi Prefecture. This trail takes about 5 hours and has a great view of Mt. Fuji. It travels from Misaka Mountain Pass to Mt. Misaka that is 1596m high to Mt. Kurodake that is 1792m high.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local bus to Tengachaya.yes408http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_misaka_kurodake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL109.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL109.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. Misaka KurodakeMt. Misaka Kurodake (御坂黒岳) is 1792m tall mountain located in Yamanashi Prefecture. It is located on the northside of Lake Kawaguchi and one of the outer moutains of Mt. Fuji. It has a great view of Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local bus to Tengachaya.yes110http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tokyotower_sanma_festa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL371.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL371.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOfunatoTokyoTower Sanma FestaOfunatoTokyoTower Sanma Festa. (大船渡東京タワーさんま祭り) is a great Sanma fish festival held in Tokyo Tower. This festival offers free Grilled Sanma Fish for first 3333 arrived visitors. Sanma Fish is one of the most popular blue fishes in Japan and Ofunato is the largest Sanma capturing port. This Matsuri is held in the Sliver Week Holidays in September.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free
Time: 9:30 to 16:30
You can get Free Sanma Ticket from 7:30.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Roppongi Station.
1. use Hibiya Line to Kamiyacho Station.
2. walk south.yes375http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ise_shiki_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIse Worshipping Shiki TourIse Worshipping Shiki Tour (四季の旅・お伊勢参り) is one of the most popular tourism in the history of Japan. Ise is located in Mie Prefecture. Ise is very far from Tokyo, but Shiki Bus Tour make it very easy for travelers. This tour has all famous tourist spots including the Grand Shrines of Ise. To have a lot of time in Ise, the bus leaves at night at Shinjuku Station and arrive in Ise in the morning. You will enjoy great Sunrise from the rocks. After the worshipping, you can enjoy shopping at Okage Yokocho.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Starts at Shinjuku, Tokyo Metro Gov. Building at 22:45 (Sometimes bus leave at 23:00)
Back to the Shinjuku Station at 20:30
No restroom on the bus.
Fee: From 9800 JPY
Period: All Seasons.
Kids Friendly Tour : Yes
Lunch : Not Included.
Onsen: No
Type: Over night shrine tour.
English Guide: Yes
Bus will not wait for you. So, please be careful about the leaving time and don't be late.
<b>Access</b>15 min. from Shinjuku Station West Entrance.<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/map/shinjuku_map99.pdf" target="_blank">Check out the meeting location.</a>yes773http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/3_eastern_shrines_shiki_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB046.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB046.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThree Eastern Shrines Shiki Tour3 Eastern Shrines Shiki Tour (四季の旅・東国三社ツアー) is one of the popular power spot tours around Tokyo. It will visit all 3 great shrines of Eastern Japan. Kashima and Katori shrines enshrine the gods of warrior who also great for the achievement. They have the beautiful forest with fill of powers. It also visit the one of the oldest shrines in Eastern Japan. These three shrines give you the tremendous amount of power to you. It's easy and reasonable one day bus tour. Let's ride on.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Starts at Shinjuku, Tokyo Metro Gov. Building at 7:30 (Sometimes bus leave at 7:45)
Back to the Shinjuku Station at 20:30
No restroom on the bus.
Fee: From 5800 JPY to 7700 JPY
Period: All Seasons.
Kids Friendly Tour : Yes
Lunch : Not Included.
Onsen: No
Type: One day tour
English Guide: Yes
Bus will not wait for you. So, please be careful about the leaving time and don't be late.
<b>Access</b>15 min. from Shinjuku Station West Entrance.<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/map/shinjuku_map99.pdf" target="_blank">Check out the meeting location.</a>yes599http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/karuizawa_shopping_shiki_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL138.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL138.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKaruizawa Shopping Shiki TourKaruizawa Shopping Shiki Tour (四季の旅・軽井沢ショッピング) is a great and reasonable tour to visit Karuizawa and enjoy shopping at one of the best outlet mall. It is a easy one day bus tour. You don't have to worry about buying too many things overthere, and you can even drink because it's a bus tour. Karuizawa is very far to visit with public transportation, but Shiki Bus Tour make it so easy for you.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Starts at Shinjuku, Tokyo Metro Gov. Building at 7:30 (Sometimes bus leave at 7:45)
Back to the Shinjuku Station at 19:00
No restroom on the bus.
Fee: From 6400 JPY
Period: All Seasons.
Kids Friendly Tour : Yes
Lunch : Not Included.
Onsen: No
Type: One day tour
English Guide: Yes
Bus will not wait for you. So, please be careful about the leaving time and don't be late.
<b>Access</b>15 min. from Shinjuku Station West Entrance.<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/map/shinjuku_map99.pdf" target="_blank">Check out the meeting location.</a>yes440http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nisizawa_valley_koyo_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL110.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL110.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNisizawa Valley Koyo TourNisizawa Valley Koyo Tour (西沢渓谷紅葉ツアー) takes you the one of the best valley in Japan. Nishizawa Valley is the valley of Fuefuki River located in north Yamanashi. It is a part of Chichibu-Tama-Kai National park. There are many mountains around the valley, and the valley itself has great hiking course, takes about 4 hours), with the beautiful waterfalls including Nanatsugama-Godan Falls which is one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. This tour also takes you to Irori Restaurant to eat Hoto. Hoto is Yamanashi's local Udon Noodle. At the end, you will enjoy great view of Kofu Night scenery from Fruits Park.
<b>Tour Info.</b>
Starts at Yokosuka Chuo Line at 6:45
Fee: 8,000 JPY to
Period: Late October to early Nov.
Kids Friendly Tour: No.
Lunch: Included.
Onsen: Foot Onsen.
Type: One Day hiking.
Bus will not wait for you. So, please be careful about the leaving time and don't be late.
<b>Meeting and finishing location</b>
Yokosuka Chuo Station.yes694http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_kobo_trekking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL230.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL230.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Mt. Kobo TrekkingThe Mt. Kobo Trekking (弘法山トレッキング) is one of the popular and easy hiking spot in Kanagawa Prefecture. It is about 12km long trekking with a beautiful view of Mt. Fuji. There are many benches and tables for lunch. The course is long but the altitude difference is not so high, therefore it is very easy. Also, Mt. Kobo is very close from Hadano Station.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Odakyu Line to Hadano Station.
2. walk east 6 min.yes456http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_dote_kofun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL231.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL231.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura Dote KofunSakura Dote Kofun (桜土手古墳) is one of the largest Kofu spot in Kanagawa Prefecture located in Hadano city. There are 35 Kofun around the riverside of Minashi River in Hadano city, and 6 of them are located in this place. They were constructed in late 7th century. There is a museum that displays many relics that discovered in this Kofun. Also, there is complete restructred Kofun that you can also enther the inside of Kofun.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
The museum:
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
Admission: Free
Close: Monday and the next day of holiday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odawara Station.
1. use Odakyu Line to Shibusawa Station.
2. walk (20 min.)yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/walking_around_gotokuji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL373.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL373.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWalking around GotokujiWalking around Gotokuji (豪徳寺散歩) has many historic sites in Tokyo Metro. Gotokuji temple is located in Setagaya ward, and it is very famous temple for Manekineko, Lucky Cat temple. This walking starts at Gotokuji Station of Odakyu and Setagaya line and travel 2 shirnes and 2 temples. All of them has great rich history. It is about 5 km long walk.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking, but some restroom spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinjuku Station.
1. use Odakyu Line to Gotokuji Station.yes574http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyo_shosen_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL111.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL111.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyo of Shosen ValleyKoyo of Shosen Valley (御岳昇仙峡) is one of the best Koyo, the autumn leaves, spots in Japan. Its landscape scenery is located in Kofu, Yamanashi. It is also chosen as the Heisei 100 best waters. The valley is about 5km long, and it have many beautiful rocks and waterfalls, including Senga Fall, which is the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. Therefore, there are many unique rocks, walls and tunnels which create the art of nature in this valley.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
If you want to walk all the valley that is takes about 3 hours of round trip, you can park at the lower end of the valley.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Kofu Staition
1. use local bus to Sengataki, Shosenkyo.
2. walk north (5 min.)yes456http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_shibire/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL112.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL112.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake ShibireLake Shibire (四尾連湖) is a Caldera lake located in the middle of Yamanashi Prefecture. It is a small lake surrounded by the beautiful nature that has a beautiful Koyo in Autumn. The altitude of the lake is 880m from the sea level. The size is about 1.2km long round and many people visit here for hiking, camping and boat riding.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is camping feild.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
0. at Kofuminami exist of Chuo line.
1. use 140 to 3.
2. change 409 to the lake.yes168http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shiromaru_dam_fish_pass/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL372.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL372.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShiromaru Dam Fish PassShiromaru Dam Fish Pass (白丸ダム魚道) is a fish pass that located in Okutama, Tokyo. It is located right next to Shiromaru Dam. This fish pass is for the fish to travel over the dam to upper part of the river. It is about 330m long and 27m altitude difference that is one of the largest fish pass in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Time: 10:00 to 16:00
Season: Apr. to Nov.
Admission: Free
<b>Access</b>
0. at Okutama Station.
1. use JR Ome Line to Hatonosu Station.
2. walk 20 min.yes111http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyo_shuzenji_nature_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI117.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI117.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyo at Shuzenji Nature ParkKoyo at Shuzenji Nature Park (修善寺自然公園の紅葉) is one of the popular Autum leaves spots in Izu Peninsula. There are about 2,000 Maple trees in this park. Around the beginning of December, many momiji trees will be colored in beautiful red that is called Koyo in Japanese. It has also beautiful Lit-up.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Period: Early Dec.
Lit-up: at the end of November from 16:00 to 21:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shuzenji Station.
1. use Local bus to Shuzenji Nijinosato.yes291http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nirasaki_heiwa_kannon_statue/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL113.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL113.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNirasaki Heiwa Kannon StatueNirasaki Heiwa Kannon Statue (韮崎平和観音) is a large buddhism statue located on the top of the hill in Nirasaki, Yamanashi Prefecture. It is 16.6m tall, including the base it will be 18.3m tall in total. It is the symbol of the world peace constructed in 1958.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Obuchizawa Station.
1. JR Chuo Line to Nirasaki Station.
2. walk (5 min.)yes107http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daigahara_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL114.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL114.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDaigahara-jukuDaigahara-juku (台ヶ原宿) is one of the old post town of Koshu Road located in Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture. It is chosen as the 100 best Japanese roads. There is a huge traditonal house that is constructed in 1830, and it is still used for Sake Brewery. It has few more old houses that has a view of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
From Obuchizawa Station. Use 11 to route 20. Drive south on route 20.yes332http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/christmas_miyagase/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL232.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL232.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfChristmas at MiyagaseChristmas at Miyagase (宮ケ瀬クリスマス) has one of the best winter illumination in Kanagawa. It's been over 30 years since they lit the night of Lake Miyagase with over 600,000 LED lights. The main features are the 315m long suspention bridge with lights and a giant Christmas tree. There are many food stands, live music events will be held in this illumination.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 17:00 to 22:00
Period: Nov. 28 to Dec. 27
Admission: Free Bridge is 300 yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Odakyu Atsugi Station.
1. use local bus to Miyagase.yes382http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koyo_shuzenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI118.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI118.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoyo of Shuzenji TempleKoyo of Shuzenji Temple (修善寺の紅葉) is very famous in Izu Peninsula. Shuzenji is a temple located in Onsen town and during the beginning of December, it has a beautiful Autumn leaves inside and outside of the temple.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mishima Station
1. use Izu Hakone Line to Shuzenji (30 min.)
2. take local bust to Shuzenji (8 min.)yes253http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/seko_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI120.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI120.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSeko ValleySeko Valley (世古峡) is one of scenic place in Izu peninsula. It is about 1km long with beautiful view of the river. It is also known as Koyo Spot. It has a nice Autumn leaves during the beginning of December.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shuzanji Station.
1. use local bus to Yugashima Onsen.
2. walk.yes281http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/izu_asahi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI119.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI119.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIzu Asahi FallsIzu Asahi Falls (伊豆旭滝) is one of the waterfalls located in the middle of Izu peninsula. It is 105m tall waterfalls. There was used to be the temple, but it was abandoned in early Meiji period. The waterfalls is conposed with very unique rocks that was made from lava.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shuzanji Station.
1. use local bus to Asahidakiguchi.
2. walk.yes171http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akasaka_sakasu_music_terrace/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL374.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL374.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAkasaka Sakasu Music&TerraceAkasaka Sakasu Music&Terrace (赤坂サカス 音xテラス) is the winter illumination happened at Akasaka Biz Tower. From the begining Nov. to the end of Feb. There is the light show happens every 30 min. They use the special LED lights that could have
about 16 million different colors. The show will be very fantastic.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Time: 17:00 to 21:00
Season: From the begining of Nov. to the End of Feb.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Chiyoda Line to Akasaka
2. walk 2 min.yes139http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_hinata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL115.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL115.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. HinataMt. Hinata (日向山) is one of the popular hiking mountain located in Hokuto, Yamanashi prefecture. It is 1,660m tall mountain with great view of northern Yamanashi, including Mt. Fuji. This mountain is made from large granite rocks. Therefore, the top of the mountain has unique scenery with mand sands. It is just like the beach on the top of mountain. There are many waterfalls on the trail as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking.
No restroom.
Trakking takes about 4 hours for round trip.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive route 20 to route 614.yes307http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/trekking_mt_hinata/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL116.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL116.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTrekking at Mt. HinataTrekking at Mt. Hinata (日向山トレッキング) is one of the popular hiking in Yamanashi Prefecture. There are many different trails for this mountains and on the top of the Mt. Hinata, it has one of the best views in Yamanashi. Because this mountain contans a lot of granite rocks, the top of the mountain has a beach. From the top, it has a great view of Mt. Yatsugatake, Mt. Komagatake and Mt. Fuji. Also, there is a trail that has many beautiful waterfalls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking.
No restroom.
Trakking takes about 4 hours for round trip.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive route 20 to route 614.yes311http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hirata_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL117.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL117.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHirata HouseHirata House (旧平田家住宅) is one of the great traditionao houses located Hokuto, Yamanashi prefecture. This house was construced in late 17 century and remains the main feature of the lifestyle of that period. It is registered as national important caltural assets.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is local museum located nearby.
Closed on Monday, when monday is holiday, next day will be closed. In winter, it will be open only weekend and Wedensday.
The admission: 200 yen for adult, and 100 yen for kids.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entery 16:30)
There is a group discount.
<b>Access</b>
0. Obuchizawa Station
1. walk (10 min.)yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arakurayama_sengen_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL118.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL118.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfArakurayama Sengen ParkArakurayama Sengen Park (新倉山浅間公園) is one of the most popular Mt. Fuji View point located in Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi Prefecture.
It is known as the Mt. Fuji with Sakura and 5stories pagoda. In April, Sakura, Cherry Blossom, bloom and creat the gorgeous view. The pagoda is 19m tall.
To the observatory, there are 397 steps. However, the view is worth for it.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Fujisan Station.
1. use Fujikyu Line to Shimoyoshida.
2. walk north.yes116http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oyunohara_torii_lit_up/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOyunohara Torii Lit-upOyunohara Torii Lit-up (大斎原鳥居ライトアップ) happens at the New-Year Eve to January 7. The Torii gate is the largest Torii gate in the world. About 34m tall giant gate will be lit with mysterious lights.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 18:00 to 21:00
Period: 12/31 to 1/7
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Statio.
1. use local bus to Kumano Hongudaisya.
2. walk south (10 min.)yes109http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yunomine_onsen/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK034.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK034.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYunomine OnsenYunomine Onsen (湯の峰温泉) is one of the oldest Onsen Town located in Kumano, Wakayama Prefecture. This Onsen Town has been popular since 4th century for the travelers of Kumano Shrines.
There are 15 Onsen Hotels and one public Onsen for visiters. There is the oldest public Onsen called Tsuboyu. Tsuboyu is like a pot rock and on the bottom, there is a onsen spring.
The Onsen town is very small and has a classic view. There is Onsen Spring for boiling eggs and vegetables.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Public Onsen: Pure Onsen ticket 390 yen for adult.
Note: You cannot wash our body or hair at Pure Onsen Bath.
You make a reservation for Tsuboyu at the office of Public Onsen.
<b>Access</b>
0. Shingu Station.
1. use Kumanokotsu or Nara Kotsu bus to Yunomine Onsen.yes263http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiraide_historic_site/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL139.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL139.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHiraide Historic SiteHiraide Historic Site (平出遺跡) is the historic site of Jomo period to 4th century in Japan located in Shiojiri, Nagano Prefecture. It contains the largest settlement ruins in ancient Japan. So far, over 290 ruins of buildings including house and storage.
There are many houses restored to show the life of each period. There are 3 different sections for each period. Joumon's Village, 3,000 BCE, had over 110 houses in this regidence.
There are also restored settlements of Heian Period (6th entury) and Kofun Period (4th century).
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shiojiri Station.
1. walk south (20 min.)yes158http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/onigajo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOnigajoOnigajo (鬼ヶ城), literary means the castle of Ogre, is one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites located in Kumano, Mie Prefecture. It is also very famous national scenic beauty and registered as one of 100 best scenic beauties in Japan. It is a huge sea cave rocks raise by earthquake. The entire site is about 1km long.
That unique scenery is just like the castle of Ogre.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at kumanoshi Station.
1. use local bus to Onigajohigashiguti.yes198http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_arakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL119.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL119.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. ArakuraMt. Arakura (新倉山) is a small mountain with a great view of Mt. Fuji. There is a park that has one of the most popular view of Mt. Fuji with Sakura and Pagoda.
There is a hiking trail that takes about 3 hours. The top is about 1184m high from the sea levels.
It is also famous for Iris spot as well. Sakura blooms in April and Iris bloom in June. There are waterfalls on the trail.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Fujisan Station.
1. use Fujikyu Line to Shimoyoshida.
2. walk north.yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/arakurayama_otana_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL120.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL120.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfArakurayama Otana FallsArakurayama Otana Falls (新倉山大棚の滝) is one of the small waterfalls located in Mt. Arakura, Yamanashi Prefecture.
The amount of water is very small. To see this waterfalls, you have to go down very steep pass.
This waterfalls is located on the hiking trail of Mt. Arakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Fujisan Station.
1. use Fujikyu Line to Shimoyoshida.
2. walk north.yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_nachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK038.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK038.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. NachiMt. Nachi (那智山) is one of the sacred place in Japan. It is located Kii Peninsula, Wakayama Prefecture. The entire site is registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site. The most famous feature of Nachi-san is Nachi Falls. The view of Nachi Falls with Red Pagoda is one of the most popular view of Japan. Nachi Shrines, Seigantoji Temple and many other historic sits are also in this area, and creats the great sacred zone of old Japanese Myth. There are also lots of gift shops and restaurants in this place.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shingu Station
1. use JR Kisei Line to Nachi.
2. Use local bus to Nachitaisya.yes482http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kumanokodo_nakahechi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK035.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK035.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKumanokodo NakahechiKumanokodo Nakahechi (熊野古道中辺路) is one of the ancient pilgrimage routes of Three Kumano Shrines. Nakahechi is the sacred trail that connect Kumano Hongu Shrine and Tanabe and Two other Kumano Shrines. It is the most popular routes from Kyoto and Osaka in the middle age. There are 99 small shrines as check points. It is called Oji. Today, it still remains the view of old time as it used to be.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom at each spot. Restroom at Hidehira Sakura.
This video started from Michinoeki, Kumanokodo Nakahechi.
<b>Access</b>
0. Kii Tanabe Station.
1. Use local bus to Gyubadojiguchi (head to Kumano Hongu Taisya)
yes627http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nonaka_spring_water/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK036.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK036.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNonaka Spring WaterNonaka Spring Water (野中の清水) is one of 100 best Japanese water located in Kumano kodo, Nakahechi. It is located near Tugizakura Oji. For many years, this spring water supported the travelers of Kumano Shrines.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
2. Kii Tanabe Station.
3. Use local bus to Nonaka no Shimizu (head to Kumano Hongu Taisya)yes55http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nonaka_ippo_cedar/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK037.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/WK037.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNonaka Ippo CedarNonaka's Ippo Cedar (野中の一方杉) is one of the popular spots located on Kumano kodo road. There are many over 800 years old Cedar trees in Tsugizakura Oji. All of the trees only have their brunches faceing south where Nachi Shrine is located. Ippou means one direction. That's why this Cedars are called Ippo Cedar.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
4. Kii Tanabe Station.
5. Use local bus to Nonaka no Shimizu (head to Kumano Hongu Taisya)yes122http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ise_kameyama_caslte/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIse Kameyama CaslteIse Kameyama Caslte (伊勢亀山城) is the ruins of the hilltop castle located in Kameyama, Mie Prefecture. It was constructed in 1265 by Seki clan. Because it is located on Tokaido Road, this caslte was very important and many feudal lords took over its supremacy. Today, one of the keep, stone walls and moat remain.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokkaichi Station.
1. Use JR Kansai Line to Kameyama Station.
2. Walk north.
yes157http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/snow_monkey_bus_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL140.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL140.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSnow Monkey Bus TourSnow Monkey Bus Tour (スノーモンキーツアー). Shiki Bus Tour offers great and easy one day bus tour for Snow Monkey. It starts at Shinjuku Station and visit Zenkoji temple first. Then visit Snow Monkey Park at Nagano Prefecture. Snow Monkey Park is very hard to visit with public transportation, but this bus tour make it easy for you.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Admission: 99.00 USD or 12,000 JPY
Time: 8:00 to 21:00
Period: January to March
Guide: English
Lunch, Monkey Park Admission, insurance and bus tickets are included.
<b>Access</b>
<br />
15 min. from Shinjuku Station West Entrance.
<br />
<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/map/shinjuku_map99.pdf" target="_blank">Check out the meeting location.</a>yes485http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mia_club/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL141.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL141.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMIA ClubMIA Club (マイア倶楽部) is a simple hotel located right next to MIA Ski resort, Kiso Nagano Prefecture. This hotel is a part of the Ski resort. Therefore, you will have great discount lift tickets.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
Plan 1: 1 night 2 meals and 1 day lift ticket. 9,000 JPY for adult, 8,000 JPY for kids. (This price is the day before the holiday and weekend)
Other day is 1,000 JPY cheaper.
Plan 2: 1 night 2 meals and 2 days lift tickets. 11,800 JPY for adult, 9,500 JPY for kids. (This price is the day before the holiday and weekend)
Other Day for plan2: 9,500 JPY for adult, 8,200 JPY for kids.
Check in: 15:00 to 16:30
Check out: before 10:00
No towels, soap or dryers.
<a href="http://www.mia-ski.com/gelende/rental.html" target="_blank">http://www.mia-ski.com/gelende/rental.html</a>yes829http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/seki_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSeki-jukuSeki-juku(関宿) is one of the greatest remaining post town of Tokaido Road. Seki-juku is 47th post town from Edo, Tokyo, on Tokaido Road located in Kameyama, Mie Prefecture. It is about 2km long and there are many traditional buildings are remaining and creats the view of Edo period. Because of this town's scnery is highly preserved in a great condition, this town is registered as the Preservation Districts for Groups of Traditional Buildings. When you walk around this town, you feel like walking in old time of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokkaichi Station.
1. use JR Kansai line to Seki Station.
2. walk north.yes601http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/matsuyama_road/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA033.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NA033.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMatsuyama RoadMatsuyama Road (松山街道) is one of the remaining post town located in Uda, Nara Prefecture. IT was used to be the transport station that connects Ise, Nara and Kumano. Because of this great location, people build a castle here and the town developed as the castle town. There are many traditional houses remaining here and creat the great scenery of old time Japna. Therefore, this area is registered as the Preservation Districts for Groups of Traditional Buildings. When you walk around this town, you feel like walking in old time of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking.
No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. Sakurai Station.
1. use Kintetsu Osaka Line to Haibara Station.
2. use local bus to Ouda.yes577http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yokkaichi_industrial_district/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYokkaichi Industrial DistrictYokkaichi Industrial District (四日市工業地帯) is one of the Chubu Industrial District located in Mie Prefecture. It has a great art of lights at night.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Don't disturbe the workers here and enter the factory.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kintetsu Yokkaichi Station.
1. use Kintetsu Nagoya line to Shiohama
2. walk eastyes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miura_daibutsu/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL234.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL234.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMiura DaibutsuMiura Daibutsu (三浦大仏) is one of great Buddha Statue located in Miura, Kanagawa Prefectue. It is 13.5m tall, and 20m total with the basemen. It was constructed in 1983 and located in Kurihama Cemetery. There are also many beautiful stone Buddha Statues.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
Cation: This is private cemetery. Please stay in good manner and never disturb other visitors.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kurihama Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Keikyu Nagasawa.
2. walk 20 min.yes162http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_sekiro_hiking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL237.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL237.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. Sekiro hikingMt. Sekiro hiking (石老山ハイキング) is one of the popular hiking spot in Kanagawa Prefecture. Mt. Sekiro is a 702m tall mountain located around Lake Sagami. Because it is accessable by train and bus from Tokyo, Mt. Sekiro is very popular one-day hiking spot. There are many view points that have views of Mt. Fuji and Lake Sagami. Also, on the trail, there are many giant rocks that are very interesting to see.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sagamiko Station.
1. use local bus to Sekirozan iriguchi or plesure forest.yes592http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/miura_fuji_hiking/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL233.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL233.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMiura Fuji HikingMiura Fuji Hiking (三浦富士ハイキング) is a nice hiking trail in Miura peninsula. There is Mt. Fuji in Miura Peninsula and this hiking trail travels Miura Mt. Fuji and Mt. Takeyama that both have great views of Miura Peninsula and Tokyo Bay Area. The hiking takes about 4 hours and you can enjoy great nature of Miura peninsula. Also, there are some local shops that you can buy fresh vegetables and fruits.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There are some restroom spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kurihama Station.
1. use Keikyu line to Tsukuihama Station.yes439http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koiwai_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL235.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL235.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoiwai HouseKoiwai House (小岩井家住宅) is one of the traditional houses in Yokohama, Kanagawa prefecture. It is located in Hongo Fujiyama Park. There are main house, gate and storage remaining in this park. This house was constructed in the middle of 19th century. This house has also small Japanese garden. Koiwai was strong land owner of Yokohama, therefore 9 rooms including earth ground kitchen and storage. It displays the local life tools and livingwares of old time in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
Closed: Wedensday
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use JR Keihintouhoku Line to Hongodai Station.
2. walk (30 min.)yes187http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kaneko_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL236.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL236.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKaneko House
Kaneko House (旧金子家住宅) is one of the traditional houses in Yokohama, Kanagawa prefecture. It is located in Maioka Park that has a great view of countryside of Japan. This house was constructed in early 20th century. It displays the local life tools and livingwares of old time in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free
Time: 8:30 to 19:00 (17:00 Nov. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yokohama Station.
1. use Yokohama Subway Blueline to Maioka.
2. walk south (25 min.)
yes162http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuefukigawa_fruits_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL121.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL121.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFuefukigawa Fruits ParkFuefukigawa Fruits Park (笛吹川フルーツ公園) is one of the popular tourist spot in Yamanashi city. It has a great view of Yamanashi Basin and Mt. Fuji. The night view from this park is chosen as the new three best views of night sceneries in Japan. Therefore, this place is also chosen as the Holy Land for Couples. At the gift shop, they have all kinds of Yamanashi products especially fruits that are very popular in Yamanashi. Also, they have the great collection of Yamanashi wine. This park also has a lot of Kid's facilities that many people visit here at weekend for their family activities.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission & Parking: Free
Business Hours for the shop: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
Never closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Yamanashishi Station.
2. use local bus to Fuefukigawa Fruits Koen.yes238http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/toshin_winery/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL122.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL122.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfToshin WineryToshin Winery (東晨洋酒) is a winery located in Yamanashi Prefecture. This wines are produced by Rugger Man of Yamanashi. All of his wines are very limited. Therefore, every wines that he puts all kinds of his heart intensity to his wines and each wines has his special flavors. During the harvesting season, you can also enjoy grape picking as well. You can also enjoy factory tour. It has a huge wine that uses Sake Bottols.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Make an reservation for factory tour: <a href="mailto:takuzo-toushin@fruits.jp">E-mail</a>
Grape Picking and factory tour is from August to October.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Yamanashishi Station.
2. walk south (1 hr.)yes596http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/new_hachiko_statue/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL375.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL375.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNew Hachiko StatueNew Hachiko Statue(新ハチ公像)another statue of the Loyal Dog, Hachiko located in the University of Tokyo. It was made by Tsutomu Ueda in 2015 and donated to the university. It was made for the 80 years anniversary of Hachiko's death. Unlike other statue at Shibuya, Hachiko finnally meet his master Dr. Ueno. So, this statue has not only Hachiko, but also his master Dr. Ueno. Over 90 years that Hachiko has been waiting for Dr. Ueno, and he finally meets his master.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Campus will be open from 6:00 during the weekdays, and 7:00 during the weekends.
There is no parking.
You can use the restroom at the campus.
Gate closed: 24:30
Stay in a good manner.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tokyo Station.
1. use Marunouchi line to Korakuen Station.
2. use Nanboku Line to Todaimae.
3. walk south. It's located left hand side of the gate.yes125http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamanashi_city/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL124.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL124.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYamanashi CityYamanashi City (山梨市) is the land of fruits and beautiful nature located in Yamanashi Prefecture. Nishizawa Valley is one of the best nature spots with many beautiful waterfalls in Japan. From Fuefukigawa Fruits Park, it has a great view of Mt. Fuji and Kofu Basin. The night scenery from this park is chosen as one of new three major view of night sceneries. Yamanashi city is also known as wine and fruits. Especially, peach and grape are one of the best fruits you can get in Japan. There are 10 wineries in Yamanashi city. They all have unique taste of wines.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Each spots has parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Yamanashishi Station.yes547http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shitaya_7ucky_gods_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL376.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL376.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShitaya 7 Lucky Gods TourShitaya 7 Lucky Gods Tour (下谷七福神) is one of the popular tourist attraction in Ueno. You will travel all 7 shrines and temples that enshrins the each gods of 7 lucky gods and get special stamp. It takes 90 min. and only cost 1000 Yen in total.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There are many restroom.
Special Paper Board: 300 Yen.
Each Stamp: 100 Yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use JR Yamanote Line to Uguisudani Station.yes377http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/winter_activities_kiso/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL142.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL142.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWinter Activities in KisoWinter Activities in Kiso (冬の木曽町) has a lot of funs. Kiso is located in Nagano prefecture, and it has one of the best snow in Japan. The activities are all exciting and Kids friendly. They have ski resorts, MIA and Kiso-Fukushima. They have the best pawder snow and easy slope for kids. There are horse stable where kids can enjoy horse back riding. Snow-shoe trekking and more fun to enjoy snow here at Kiso.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
In winter, you will need snow chaines for your car.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kiso Fukushima Station.
1. visit all spots by car.yes781http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/night_view_fruits_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL123.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL123.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe night view of Fruits ParkThe night view of Fruits Park (フルーツパークの夜景) is chosen as one of the new three major night sceneries of Japan. From Fuefukigawa Fruits Park, you can enjoy great view of Kofu Basin and Mt. Fuji.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission & Parking: Free
Business Hours for the shop: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
Never closed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kofu Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Yamanashishi Station.
2. use local bus to Fuefukigawa Fruits Koen.yes176http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fujiten_snow_resort/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL125.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL125.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFujiten Snow ResortFujiten Snow Resort (ふじてんスノーリゾート) is one of the nearest ski resort from Tokyo located in Yamanashi prefecture. Mt. Tenjin is located south side of Mt. Fuji and this ski resort is located on this mountain. Therefore, it has a great view of Mt. Fuji. There are 8 different courses including Kids park. At the snow park, there are many facilities for snow boarding. The longest course is 1.3km long and there are many slopes for the beginners to expert.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Business Hours: 8:30 to 17:00 (Nighter starts from 16:00 to 22:00)
Season: 12/5 to 4/3 (depend on the snow conditions of the year)
There is rental-ski&snowboarding-gear shop.
Nighter is only available on weekends.
Lift ticket:
1 day: 4,000 JPY
1 day (weekend) : 4,500 JPY
4 hours: 3,500 JPY
1 ride tickets: 400 JPY
Nighter: 2,500 JPY
1 day + Nighter: 5,500 JPY
<b>Access</b>
<a href="http://www.fujiten.net/pc/en/#lastPage" target="_blank">You need a car.</a> Drive west on 139. Turn left at Tenjinyama.
There are many tour bus from Tokyo and Yokohama.yes555http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/happoone_winter_resort/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL143.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL143.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHappoone Winter ResortHappoone Winter Resort (白馬八方尾根スキー場) is one of the best and largest ski resort in Japan. It is located in Hakuba, Nagano Prefecture. Because it has great powder snow and huge area, Nagano Olympic in 1998 was held at this place. There are 14 different courses and the longest course is about 8km long. The altitude difference is 1071m and total size is about 200ha. The most of the courses are for the intermediate and expert people. The top of Happoone is 1831m from the sea level and has a great panorama view of Kita-Alps and northern Nagano.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Period: Early Dec to Early May.
Time: 8:00 to 17:00 Nighter (17:00 to 21:00)
There is no rental shops at the lift stations, but there are many in the town.
There are many restaurants.
<b>Lift Ticket</b>
1 day: 5000 JPY
2 days: 8800 JPY
Half day: 3800 JPY
Nighter: 2000 JPY
There are many other options.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagano Station.
1. use local bus to Hakuba-Happoone
There are shuttle bus from Shinjuku Station.yes490http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/happo_snow_activities/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL144.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL144.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHappo Snow ActivitiesHappo Snow Activities (スノーアクティビティ) is a great attraction of Happoone Winter Resort, Hakuba, Nagano Prefecture. At the Kitaone Highland you can enjoy Snow Rafting, Snow Shoe Trekking and Fat-Bike Riding. Kitaone Highland has a great view of Hakuba and this acitvies are a lot of fun, especially for kids. You can take a break for skiing and enjoy another fun of snow.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Registered at Kitaone Highland resting place.
Admission: 1600 JPY for adult and 800 JPY for kids.
You can enjoy all of the activities as many as you want.
You need a snow wear.
<b>Access</b>
Use the lift of Sakka Course to reach Kitaone Highland.yes372http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanriku_king_cedar/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSanriku King CedarSanriku King Cedar (三陸大王杉) is over 7000 years old Cedar tree located in Ofunato, Iwate Prefecture. It is 13.6m round and 23m tall and designated as the natural monument of Ofunato. It is locate in Hachiman shrine and respected as sacred tree of this shrine.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ofunato station.
1. use local bus to Sanrikuchoshiyakushomae
2. walkyes108http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hashino_blast_furnace/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHashino Blast FurnaceHashino Blast Furnace (橋野高炉跡) is historic site of Kamaishi, Iwate Prefecture. It was the first western style blast furnace in Japan. It was built in 1858 and designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site. This blast furnace helped the revolution of Japan at the end of Samurai Era. Today, this site still has the stone structures and ruins.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
No admission. Open 24 hours.
In winter, it will be very hard to watch because of Heavy Snow.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Located on Route 35 between 45 and 346yes163http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takkoku_cave_bisyamondo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakkoku Cave BisyamondoTakkoku Cave Bisyamondo (達谷窟毘沙門堂) is one of the great temple located in Hiraizumi. It is the part of Saikoji Temple. There is a huge cliff that is about 150m wide and 35m high and there is a huge cave in this cliff and the temple is located inside of the cave. It was established in 801 by Shogun Sakanoue no Tamuramaro when he was doing estern punitive expedition. The main tample was reconstructed in 1961 and took the traditional way of Japanese construction. It is registered as the national historic site of Japan.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for Adult, 200 yen for Highschool, 100 yen for under high.
Time: 8:00 to 17:30(April), 18:00 (May to August), 17:00 (Sep. to Nov. and Feb. to Mar.), 16:30 (Dec. to Jan.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hiraizumi Station.
1. use local bus to Takkokunoiwaya.yes163http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/genbi_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGenbi ValleyGenbi Valley (厳美渓) is one of the scenic beauties of Hiraizumi, Iwate prefecture. It is very popular sightseeing spots for long time. It is designated as the national scenic beauty of Japan. There are many waterfalls, pot holes and unique rocks.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hiraizumi Station.
1. use local bus to Genbikeiyes365http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/anatsuiso/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAnatsuisoAnatsuiso (穴通磯) is the rock gates located in Ofunato, Iwate Prefecture. There are three gates in the huge rock that is located in Goishi Beach. It is one of the popular scenery of Ofunato.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ofunato Station.
1. use local bus to Goishikaigan.yes109http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sanmen_camellia/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSanmen CamelliaSanmen Camellia (三面椿) is the oldest and largest Caellia in Japan. It is located in Kumano Shrine, Ofunato, Iwate prefecture. It is about 1400 years old Camellia. It survived from Tsunami 2011. It is 8m round and 17m tall.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Camellia blooms in late March.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ofunato Station.
1. use Local Bus to Goishikaiganguchi.yes139http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamaishi_kannon_statue/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKamaishi Kannon StatueKamaishi Kannon Statue (釜石大観音) is a huge Buddhist Statue located in Kamaishi, Iwate.
It is 48.5m tall and stands on the cliff that is 120m high from the sea level. It has great view of Kamaishi Bay. It is main feature of Sekiousenji temple of Soto Buddhism. Inside of the Kannon, there are many Nata carving buddha statues.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen, 300 High and Junior 300 yen, 100 yen for under.
There is group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (might change during the season.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kamaishi Station.
1. use local bus to Kamaishi daikannon.yes130http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shuri_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON001.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON001.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShuri CastleShuri Castle (首里城) is one of the most popular tourist spots in Okinawa. It was used to be the castle of King Sho of Ryukyu Kingdom until 1879. Because of its historical value, it is designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Originally, Shuri Castle was constructed around late 14th century. Most of the buildings were lost during WWII, but stone walls and bailey remained. In 1992, the castle was fully restored as it used to be in 18th century. It shows the cultures and history of Okinawa. Unlike other Japanese castle, Shuri Castle use lots of stones and painted as red. Also, there are many dragons that are the symbol of King. Shuri Castle takes many Chinese style, but also it takes Japanese style as well.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom. Parking opens at 8:00
Admission: 820 Yen for Adult, 620 Yen for Highschool, 310 for under high, free for under 6.
Time: 8:30 to 19:00 (Apr. to Jun. and Oct. to Nov.) 20:00 (Jul. to Sep.) 18:00 (Dec. to Mar.)
Closed on First Wed. of July.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yui rail Kenchomae Station.
1. use Yui rail to Shuri.
2. walk westyes395http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/malibu_sea_kayak_snorkel/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON002.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON002.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMalibu Sea Kayak & SnorkelMalibu Sea Kayak & Snorkel (マリブシーカヤック&シュノーケル) is one of the most popular marine sports in Okinawa. Malibu beach is located in Onna Village, Okinawa prefecture. It has a beautiful blue and green beach. This beach is very famous for Sea Kayak & Snorkel to visit the blue cave. It takes about 3 hours for this activity. First, travel to the blue cave by Kayak, and change to snorkel to enjoy the inside of the blue cave and beautiful coral sea.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
To make a reservation: 098.982.5477 or visit <a href="http://www.okinawa111.com/malibu/" target="_blank">the web site of SeaTrust</a>
Admission: 6800 Yen for adult, 5800 Yen for kids.
Get 1000 Yen discount if you use or watch thier web site.
Time:
7:30 to 11:00
10:30 to 14:00
13:30 to 17:00
15:30 to 19:00 (only July to Sep.)
From: 5 years old to 65 years old.
Bring towel and swiming suits.
Takes 3 to 3 & harf hours.
It might be canceled under bad weather conditions.
<b>Access</b>
0. at the airport.
1. use Local bus No. 20 or 120 to Ryukyumura.
2. walk north.yes524http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/the_blue_cave/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON003.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON003.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfThe Blue CaveThe Blue Cave (青の洞窟) is one of the most popular squba and snorkel spots in Okinawa Main Island. It is located Onna Village, Okinawa prefecture. It is the cave that you can visit from sea by snorkeling or squab diving. The sun light that comes from the entrance create the beautiful blue color. The water has mysterious blue world. Around the cave, there is coral sea with many beautiful fishes.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
You can also visit by walking.
Becareful about the tide.
<a href="http://www.okinawa111.com/malibu/" target="_blank">Join Tour to enjoy Snorkel</a>
<b>Access</b>
0. at the airport.
1. use Local bus No. 20 or 120 to Ryukyumura.
2. walk north.yes258http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/shureimon_gate/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON006.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON006.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfShureimon GateShureimon gate (守礼門) is the main gate of Shuri Castle. It is printed on Japanese 2000 Yen Bill. Before Shuri castle was reconstructed, it was consiered as 3 major disappointments of Japan. However, not anymore.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Open: 8:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yui rail Kenchomae Station.
1. use Yui rail to Shuri.
2. walk westyes57http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sonohyanutaki_gate/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON007.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON007.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSonohyanutaki Gate Sonohyanutaki Gate (園比屋武御嶽石門) is one of UNESCO World Heritage Site in Okinawa. It is located inside of Shuri Castle. It is the worshipping gate when the King leaves out of his castle. It was built in 1519 by 3rd King of Sho clan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: Free.
Open: 8:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yui rail Kenchomae Station.
1. use Yui rail to Shuri.
2. walk westyes65http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ofunato_yataimura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOfunato YataimuraOfunato Yataimura (大船渡屋台村) is one of temporary food districts with portable stall constructions located in Ofunato, Iwate Prefecture. There are about 20 different restaurants and Japanese Bar, Izakaya. At night, it will be very populated. You can enjoy all kinds of local foods that captured at Ofunato Port.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Most of the shops open at night.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ofunato Station.
1. walk south.yes517http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakarimachi_morning_market/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakarimachi Morning MarketSakarimachi Morning Market (盛町朝市) is held at the date of the number of 0 and 5 at Sakarimachi, Ofunato, Iwate prefecture. It is over 100 years old morning markte that many people bring their local food and all hand mades. They has great local vegetables, fruits and fishes. There are about 50 different stores. You can enjoy great local products here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Time: 6:00 to 18:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ofunato Station.
1. use Dragon rail Ofunato Line to Sakari.
2. walkyes232http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/goisi_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfGoisi BeachGoisi Beach (碁石海岸) is one of the popular beach of Iwate, located in Ofunato. It has great view of huge rocks that are created by the erosion of sea water. There are many unique rocks, caves and gate. Also, this beach has unique ball shape stones that is like "Igo Stone." There are hiking trail that you can enjoy the beautiful scenery. Ranboya is a small valley that has giant view with the sound of thunder.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ofunato Station.
1. use local bus to Goishikaigan.yes301http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kurosakisenkyo_valley/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IW025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKurosakisenkyo ValleyKurosakisenkyo Valley (黒崎仙峡) is one of the scenic beauty spots in Rikuzentakata, Iwate prefecture. It has a great view of ria costal lines of Sanriku.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ofunato Station.
1. use BRT to Otomo staion.
2. walk south.yes83http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sefa_utaki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON004.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON004.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSefa Utaki Sefa Utaki (斎場所御嶽) is one of the historic site located Nanjo, Okinawa Prefecture. It is considered as the most sacred place in Okinawa. It is registered as the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. There are 6 religious reception area. All of the area is created under huge rocks. Especially, Sangui has great worshipping zone that is created by the tunel of giant rocks. At the worshipping area, you can see Kudaka Island. It was used to be only women allowed.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen for adults and 100 yen for kids. Thre is a group disscount.
Time: 9:00 to 18:00
Don't disturb the prayers.
Don't take out any thing at this site.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Airport.
1. use local bus No.38 to Seifa Utakimae.
2. walk
detailyes239http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/cape_maeda/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON005.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON005.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCape MaedaCape Maeda (真栄田岬) is one of scenic beauty spot in Okinawa. It is located in Onna Village, Okinawa prefecture. It has great view of blue ocean of Okinawa. There is the blue cave that is very popular marine sports spot in Okinawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at the airport.
1. use Local bus No. 20 or 120 to Ryukyumura.
2. walk north.
detailyes67http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/katsuren_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON009.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON009.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKatsuren CastleKatsuren Castle (勝連城) is a ruins of Ryukyu style Castle in Okinawa. It is designated as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was constructed in between 13th and 14th century. It is a hilltop castle with many great stone walls. The great stone walls and baileys are remain in great conditions. This castle was ruled by Amawari clan that resisted against Ryukyu Kingdom.
In 1458, Amawari clan was lost by Ryukyu and this castle was abandoned.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Bus Terminal
1. use bus 27 to Nishihara.
2. walk 10 min.yes287http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/old_nakamura_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON008.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON008.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOld Nakamura HouseNakamura House (中村家住宅) is one of traditional house located in Nakagusuku, Okinawa Prefecture. It was constructed in middle of 18th century. This house has the architecture style of Kamakura period. However, there are many structure that is original in Okinawa. The roof is made from bricks coated by Stucco for against Typhoon. Nakamura family was strong farmer in Okinawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 Yen for adult, 300 Yen for High and Junior High, 200 Yen for Elementery.
There is group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Bus Terminal
1. use bus number,.21,23,27,90 to Futenma
2. walk.yes117http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/night_sakura_of_chidorigafuchi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA084.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA084.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNight Sakura of Chidorigafuchi Night Sakura of Chidorigafuchi (千鳥ヶ淵の夜桜) is one of the popular Sakura spot in Tokyo. It has a beautiful light up Sakura at night. It is very beautiful with the light of skyscrapers and the refraction on the moat.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
The light up starts from the sunset to 22:00.
No Hanami Party.
Period: Late March to early April.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Hanzomon Line to Hanzomon.
2. walk.yes275http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yasukuni_shrine_night_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA085.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA085.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYasukuni Shrine Night SakuraYasukuni Shrine Night Sakura (靖国神社で夜桜) is one of the greatest Hanami party spot in Tokyo. There are many food stands open during Sakura is blooming. There is tables for Hanami party. Many people enjoy Hanami Party under night Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
Closed: 22:00
Period: Late March to early April.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Otemachi Station.
1. use Metro line to Kudanshita station.
2. walk.yes173http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/erinji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL128.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL128.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfErinji templeErinji temple (恵林寺) is Rinzai Buddhism Zen Temple located in Enzan Yamanashi Prefecture. It is the most famous temple in Yamanashi prefecture. It was established in 1330 by Priest Muso Soseki. Erinji flourished as the main temple of Kai Takeda Clan. Takeda Shingen especially helped developing this temple. Therefore, the grave of Takeda Shingen is located in this temple. This temple was burnt down by Oda Nobunaga 1582. After that Tokugawa Ieyasu took over Kai and restored Erinji. Today, Erinji is still highly respected as the temple of Takeda clan. It has also beautiful Sakura that bloom in early April.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 100 yen for under high school.
There is a group discount.
Time: 8:30 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Enzan Station.
1. use local bus to Erinji.yes429http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/daizenji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL126.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL126.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfDaizenji TempleDaizenji Temple (大善寺) is one of the oldest temple located in Kosyu Yamanashi Pref. It was established in 718 by Priest Gyoki. So it has over 1300 years of history. The Yakushido Hall is the oldest wooden building that is constructed in 1286 in eastern Japan and registered as the national treasure of Japan. It was highly respected for many worriers and Bushi class. There are Yakushinyorai Statue, Nikko & Gekko Bosatsu and 12 gods of warriors. It is also known as Grape Temple because it has many seasonable flowers.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 300 yen for under highschool.
There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00 (15:30 Dec. to Mar.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Enzan Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Katsunumabudogo.
2. walk south
30 min.
yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hokoji_temple/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL127.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL127.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHokoji TempleHokoji temple (放光寺) is one of flower temple located in Kosyu, Yamanashi prefecture. It was established in 1184 by Yasuda Yoshisada. As the temple of Genji Clan, it was highly respected by Takeda Clan. The principal image was created in Heian Period. It is known as flower temple that has many seasonable flowers. Especially, in Spring, Sakura, Peach and Plum bloom beautifully.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 16:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Enzan Station.
1. use local bus to Erinji.
2. walk.yes330http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/jindai_sakura/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL129.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL129.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJindai SakuraJindai Sakura (神代桜) is 2000 years old Sakura located in Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture. Legend said, Yamato Takeru no Mikoto planed this Sakura. It is one of 3 major Sakura in Japan. It is 13m tall, 12m round and 30 wide Sakura.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hinoharu Station.
1. walk west.yes300http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_at_jissoji/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL130.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL130.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura at JissojiSakura at Jissoji (実相寺の花見) is very popular for Hanami party in Hokuto, Yamanashi prefecture. Jissoji is Nichiren Buddhism Temple with many Sakura trees in this temple.
Sakura blooms in early April. Especially Jindai Sakura is the oldest Sakura in Japan. Also, Kuonji's Sakura and Miharu's Takizakura are also planted here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hinoharu Station.
1. walk west.yes271http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/whale_watching_in_okinawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON010.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON010.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWhale Watching in OkinawaWhale Watching in Okinawa (沖縄ホエールウォッチング) is one of the popular tourism in Okinawa in Winter. From January to March, whales visit Okinawa to raise their babies. The kind of Whale is Humpback Whale that travel from Alaska. They are the largest animal on the earth. You can meet whales over 90% for sure. It takes your breath off. This tour contains the strolling Nagannu Island that has beautiful beach and blue ocean that contains coral sea.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 4200 yen for over Junior High. 3200 yen for elementery school. Free for under 4.
Period: January 1 to March 31.
Time: From 8:00 to 12:30
Under hard weather condition, it might not be able to travel Nagannu Island. For this reason, there is no refund.
If you couldn't see whale, you can get full refund.
Meeting at Tomari Port.
No pregnant Women allowed.
Tour runs by <a href="http://www.kabutoka.jp/?men=3">Tokashiki</a>
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Bus Terminal
1. use local bus 99 or 120 to Tomaritakahashi.
2. walkyes412http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakagusuku_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNakagusuku CastleNakagusuku Castle (中城城) is one of the ruins of Mountain Castle located in Okinawa. It was constructed in the late 14th century. It is a huge castle with many great stone walls. Most of the baileys and stones are remains in a great conditions. It is designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Because of the scale, it is also registered as 100 best Japanese castles, and national historic site. The castle contains 6 different baileys and top bailey is over 160m high. Arch style gate and Nunozumi layered Stones.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 300 yen for Junior and High, 200 yen for elementery school.
There is group discount.
Time: 8:30 to 17:00, 18:00(May to September)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Bus Terminal
1. use local bus 30 to Kuba.
2. walkyes325http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/zakimi_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfZakimi CastleGikimi Castle (座喜味城) is one of the ruins of the hilltop castle located in Yomitani Village, Okinawa Prefecture. It remains the great conditions of stone walls and baileys. It was constructed in early 15th century. The arch stone gate is the oldest gate in Okinawa. It is designated as the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: Free
Open: all time.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Bus Terminal
1. use local bus 29.
yes200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nakijin_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNakijin CastleNakijin Castle (今帰仁城) is one of the oldest castle in Okinawa. It was constructed in 13th century. It is a large hilltop castle with many large stone walls. The stone walls and baileys are remaining in great conditions. It is registered as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. This castle was ruled by Hokuzan Kingdom before Ryukyu Kingdom. It is 350m long and 800m wide castle and the largest castle in Okinawa.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 400 yen for adult, 300 yen for under high school.
There is a group discount.
Time: 8:00 to 18:00 (19:00 from May to August)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Bus Terminal.
1. use Yambarubasu to Nakijingusukuiriguchi.yes324http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tama_u_dun/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTama U DunTama U Dun (玉陵) is the mausoleum of Ryukyu Kings located in Naha, Okinawa. It was constructed in 1501 by King Shoshin for his father. Since then, it became the mausoleum of Sho Clan.
There are 3 different chambers. It is designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking(Shuri castle) and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 150 for kids. There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 18:00 (last entry 17:30)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Yui rail Kenchomae Station.
1. use Yui rail to Shuri.
2. walk westyes132http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/migusuku_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON011.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON011.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMigusuku CastleMigusuku Castle (三重城) is the ruins of fortress built in late 16th century. It was used for a canon tower to attack Japanese pirates. There is a worshipping area. It was originally located at Naha Port, and removed at Yomitani Village.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Bus Terminal
1. use local bus 28 to Ufudo.
2. walk
yes143http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/araha_beach/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON012.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON012.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAraha BeachAraha Beach (アラハビーチ) is located in Okinawa Main Island. It is American Style Beach with many facilities and restaurants. It is about 600m long white sand beach. Many people visit here to enjoy recreation. There is a huge pirate ship called Indian Oak. It has a beautiful sunset you can see from this beach.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
You cannot swim in this beach.
There is shower room and changing room.
No smoking.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Bus Terminal.
1. use local bus 20. 28. 29
2. walkyes121http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagannu_island/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ON013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNagannu IslandNagannu Island (ナガンヌ島) is one of Keiseshima Islands located in Okinawa. It is about 20 min. from Tomari Port. The entire island is only 0.29k square meters wide made from coral of the Atoll. It has a great blue beach and coral sea.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is ship at Tomari Port.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Naha Bus Terminal
1. use local bus 99 or 120 to Tomaritakahashi.
2. walkyes123http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_fuji_pagoda/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA086.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA086.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura, Mt.Fuji & PagodaArakura yama Sengen Park (新倉山浅間公園の桜) has a great view of Sakura, Pagoda and Mt. Fuji.
It is the most famous Sakura and Mt. Fuji view in Japan. There are 650 Sakura Trees that bloom in the early April.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Sakura blooms in the middle of April.
<b>Access</b>
0. Fujisan Station.
1. use Fujikyu Line to Shimoyoshida.
2. walk north.yes389http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fuji_from_hahanoshirataki/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL131.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL131.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. Fuji from HahanosiratakiMt. Fuji from Hahanosirataki (母の白滝の富士) is one of the great Mt. Fuji view point located in Yamanashi. It has a great view of Mt. Fuji with Lake Kawaguchi. It is loated on the entrance of the trail of Mt. Mitsutoge.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local bus to Kawaguchikochuzaijo.
2. walkyes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hahano_sirataki_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL132.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL132.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHahano Sirataki FallsHahano Sirataki Falls (母の白滝) is located in Kawaguchiko, Yamanashi Prefecture.
It is 15m tall 3 step waterfalls that is frozen in winter.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local bus to Kawaguchikochuzaijo.
2. walkyes188http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mthirugatake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL133.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL133.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. HirugatakeMt. Hirugatake (蛾ヶ岳) is one of 100 best mountains in Yamanashi. It has a great view of Mt. Fuji and Kofu Basin. It is very easy hiking courses for beginners.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Parking: 400 yen.
Takes about 3 hours of round trip.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Rout 20 to 140 to 401 to 409.
yes105http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/trekking_at_hirugatake/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL134.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL134.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTrekking at HirugatakeTrekking at Hirugatake (蛾ヶ岳ハイキング) is very popular trekking for the hiking beginners. Mt. Hirugatake is located in Ichikawa Sango town, Yamanashi Prefecture. It is 1279m and takes only 3 hours for round trip.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Parking: 400 yen.
Takes about 3 hours of round trip.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Rout 20 to 140 to 401 to 409.yes497http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sakura_at_lake_shibire/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA087.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SA087.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSakura at Lake ShibireSakura at Lake Shibire (四尾連湖の桜) is very nice. There are about 20 Sakura surrounding the lake. It blooms around the middle of April.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There is parking and restroom.
There is camping feild.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
0. at Kofuminami exist of Chuo line.
1. use 140 to 3.
2. change 409 to the lake.yes196http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/boso_village/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL069.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL069.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBoso VillageBoso Village (房総のむら) is an open museum that displays the old time of Japan, especially Edo period to study traditional culture and Japanese craftworks. It is located near Narita Airport, Chiba Prefecture. There is merchant town that has 16 different kinds of crafts-mans houses. Each houses displays different kinds of Japanese local craftworks. You can also experiencing those craftworks as well. There are also Samurai area that has the middle rank Samurai House, and 3 rich farmers' house and local Kabuki theatre. You can experince Edo period at this open museum.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for adult, 150 yen for over high school, free for under and over 65.
Time: 9:00 to 16:30
Closed: Monday (when Monday is holiday, closes on Tuesday.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use local bus to Bosonomura.
2. walk.yes445http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsukuba_peony_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB047.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB047.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsukuba Peony GardenTsukuba Peony Garden (つくば牡丹園) is one of the largest Peony Garden in Japan. It is located in Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture. There are about 550 + 215 kinds 25,000 trees in this garden. From the end of April to the end of May beautiful Peony Flowers bloom. The flower of Peony lasts only 3 days, and the right after they bloom is the best. So, visit this garden in the morning is the best to enjoy Peony.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission:
Spring: 800 yen for adult, 300 for under Junior high.
There is a group discount.
Time:
Spring (middle of April to late May): 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Closed on Friday except during Golden Week.
See the official site to check out the exact date.
<b>Access</b>
0. at JR Ushiku Station.
1. use local bus to Kukizakiwakaguri.
2. walk.yes334http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/baby_blue_eyes_in_hitachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB048.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB048.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBaby Blue Eyes in HitachiBaby Blue Eyes in Hitachi Kaihin Park (ひたち海浜公園のネモフィラ) is very popular in the world. From the end of April to the middle of May, beautiful blue carpet covers the hill of this park. There are 4.5 million flowers bloom to tell the end of spring in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 410 Yen for Adult, 210 Yen for senior, 80 Yen for kids. There is a group discount.
Open: 9:30
Close: 17:00 (3/1 to 7/20 and 9/1 to 10/31), 18:00 (7/21 to 8/31), 16:30 (11/1 to end of Feb.)
Close Day: Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Joban Line to Katuta station.
2. use local bus to Hitachinaka Kaihinkoen.yes320http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hitachi_tamadare_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB049.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB049.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHitachi Tamadare FallsHitachi Tamadare Falls (日立玉簾の滝) is one of the waterfalls located in Hitachi, Ibaraki.
It is about 18m tall and 8m falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking space and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. At Ota Station.
1. use local bus to Hirayama.yes90http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kajikasawa_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB050.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB050.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKajikasawa FallsKajikasawa Falls (河鹿沢の雄滝・雌滝) is two waterfalls located in Hitachi Ota, Ibaraki Prefecture. There are 2 different waterfalls. One is called Odaki, the male falls, and the other is called Medaki, female falls. Odaki is 10m tall two step-falls. Medaki is 5m tall. There is a small hiking trail to see these waterfalls and leads to Fudo Falls.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ota Station.
2. use local bus to Kawaharano.
3. walkyes181http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sugaya_fudo_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB051.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB051.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSugaya Fudo FallsSugaya Fudo Falls (菅谷不動尊の滝) is waterfalls located in Hitachi Ota, Ibaraki Prefecture.
It is 10m tall waterfalls with few amount of water. There is a Fudo statue and temple near by. There is a nice hiking trail to enjoy those beautiful waterfalls. It takes about 30 min. for round trip.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ota Station.
2. use local bus to Kawaharano.
3. walkyes84http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kasama_tsutsuji_garden/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB052.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB052.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKasama Tsutsuji GardenKasama Tsutsuji Garden (笠間つつじ園) is one of the best Azalea spot located in Ibaraki Prefecture. There are 25 kinds 8,500 Azalea trees on the small mountain. It has a breathtaking view with fully colored hills by Azalea flowers. Azalea blooms from the end of April to May. During the season, there are many events held in this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen
Period: from the middle of April to the end of Golden week.
Time: 8:00 to 18:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Mito Station.
1. use JR Mito Line to Kasama.
2. use local bus to Nichido Museum.
3. walkyes426http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/azalea_at_shimizu_park/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL070.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL070.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAzalea at Shimizu ParkAzalea at Shimizu Park (清水公園のツツジ) is very famous Azalea spots in Chiba. There are about 100 kinds 20,000 Azalea trees that bloom in the late April. The view of Azalea is breathtaking here.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Chiba Station
1. use JR Yokosuka Line to Funabashi (14 min.)
2. use Tobu Noda Line to Shimizu Park (1 hr.)yes351http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hananoi_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL071.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/CL071.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHananoi HouseHananoi House (旧花野井家住宅) is one of Samurai houses located in Noda, Chiba Prefecture. Hananoi family was Samurai of Tokugawa Shogun. This house was constructed in late 17th century and registered as the national important cultural assets. There are 6 rooms and one floor kitchen which is very typical samurai house around this area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
Admission: Free.
Closed: Monday and Tuesday (if it's holiday, then next day)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Narita Station.
1. use JR Narita Line to Kashiwa (Abiko) Station.
2. use Tobu Noda Line to Shimizukoen.
3. walk yes127http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yae_wisteria/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB053.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IB053.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYaeWisteria of KasamainariYae Wisteria of Kasamainari (笠間稲荷の八重の藤) is multi petals wisteria located in Kasama Inari Shrine, Ibaraki Prefecture. Most of wisteria has only single layer of petals, but this wisteria has multi layers of petals in their flowers. This blooms in early May.
yes228http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hida_furukawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF067.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF067.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHida FurukawaHida Furukawa (飛騨古川) is an Edo style town located in northern Gifu Prefecture. It is one of the most popular travel spots in Gifu. There are many traditional houses. Especially, white wall walk along Seto River is one of the most famous view in Gifu. These traditional houses has very unique features in this area. Because of this beautiful scenery, Hida-Furukawa is Preserved Area with Traditional Houses.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida-Furukawa.
2. walk.yes589http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tateyama_snow_wall/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY013.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY013.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTateyama Snow WallTateyama Snow Wall (立山雪の大谷) is one of the most popular tourism in Toyama. There is a huge snow walls appear from the middle of April to June. The highest point of the snow wall will be some times over 20m high. This walk is about 500m long. This is located on Murodo Highland of Tateyama Mountains. The altitude is over 2400m from the sea level. Therefore, snow remains almost nearly to the summer.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at Tateyama Station.
The admission for round trip is 4310 Yen for adult, and 2160 Yen for Kids.
Time: From 6:00 and last from the snow wall is 17:30
Season: From the middle of April to the middle of June.
During Golden Week, there are extra buses and cable cars.
Snow Wall is open from 9:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tateyama Station.
1. Tateyama Cable Car to Bejodaira (7 min.)
2. the shuttle bus To Murodo (50 min.)yes394http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hida_choshi_falls/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF068.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF068.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHida Choshi FallsHida Choshi Falls (飛騨・銚子の滝) is one of the great waterfalls located in Takayama, Gifu Prefecture. It is about 25m waterfalls. It is chosen as the 100 best water of Gifu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking, but no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
From Takayama. Use Route 158.yes157http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takaoka_great_buddha/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakaoka Great BuddhaTakaoka Great Buddha (高岡大仏) is one of Great Buddha Statues located in Toyama. It is 15.85m tall from the ground. It was built in 1932. Takaoka is very famous for its bronze craft works, and this statue was built by great bronze craftmen of Takaoka with amazing skills. It tooks about 20 years.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
Open 24 hours.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takaoka Station.
1. walk north (10 min.)yes82http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/renjoji_great_buddha/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL014.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL014.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRenjoji Great BuddhaRenjoji Great Buddha (蓮昌寺大仏) is an wooden Buddha stature located in Kanazawa, Ishikawa.
It is one of three Great Buddha in Kanazawa. It is 4.85m tall buddha statue built in 1688. It is one of the 3 great Buddha of Kanazawa. Renjoji temple is located on Kokoronomichi which is very popular strolling pass of Kanazawa.
<b>Visitor's info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Admission: Free.
Time: morning to evening.
Please be careful. Don't touch the statue and keep in the great manner to see this statue.
There is small temple located on the left side of the temple. You can enter free.
Remove your shoes to entre.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa.
1. use local bus to Higashichaya.
2. walk.yes70http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/white_wall_and_kura_walk/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF069.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF069.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfWhite Wall & Kura WalkWhite Wall & Kura Walk(瀬戸川の白壁土蔵街) along the Seto River is very popular spots in Gifu.
It is located in Hida Furukawa. There are many beautiful traditional houses with white walls.
It offers the great strolling to the Edo period scenery. There are many Koi fishes in this river.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takayama Station.
1. use JR Takayama Line to Hida-Furukawa.
2. walk.yes133http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nikko_unesco_tour/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN053.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TN053.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNikko UNESCO TourNikko UNESCO Tour (日光の世界遺産巡り) is one of the most popular touristm around Tokyo. Nikko is located in Tochigi prefecture and one of the greatest spots in Japan. There are 3 great shrines and temples that registered as UNESCO World Heritage sites. They are one of the most expensive buildings in the world. The entire sites are built as the mausoleums of the founder of Edo Government. Those mausoleums has one of the best art of Japanese architectures.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission:
Toshogu Shrine: 1300 Yen
Futarasan Shrine: Free
Taiyuin Temple: 550 Yen
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nikko Station.
1. use Local bus to Nikko 3 shrines.yes640http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/unno_juku/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL145.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL145.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUnno-jukuUnno-juku(海野宿) is one of the post towns of the Hokkoku Road located in Nagano Prefecture. There are many traditional houses that offer the experience of walking through Edo period scenery. This post town was built in 1625 for the travelers of Hokkoku Road. This town is also registered as a scenic preservation area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueda Station.
1. use Shinano Line to Oya Station.
2. walk east (20 min)yes414http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ueda_yanagimachi/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL146.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL146.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUeda YanagimachiUeda Yanagimachi (上田柳町) is one of the Edo Style Castle town located in Nagano Prefecture. It is town still looks like an Edo period castle town with many traditional houses. Some of them are still used for their shops, Sake Brewery and restraurants. This town was built by Sanada Clan when they built the castle of Ueda. It offers the great historical strolling into Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueda Station.
1. walk north 20 min.yes213http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takaoka/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakaokaTakaoka (高岡) is the Edo style Castle town located in Toyama Prefecture. . There are many traditional houses that provide an Edo period historic walk, especially Yamacho Town and Kanayamachi town has gorgeous scenery of classic castle town. Takaoka is also very famous for its bronze and copper craft. With the technique of their casting coppers, they build a great Buddha Statue that is also the main feature of Takaoka.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Toyama Station.
1. use Ainokaze Toyama Line to Takaoka Station.
2. walk north (20 min.)yes481http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yamachosuji_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYamachosuji TownYamachosuji town (山町筋) is one of Edo style town located in Takaoka, Toyama. It is also known as the town of Kura, the Japanese warehouse. Yamachosuji has been a merchant town since 1609. There are many Kura style houses. This town is registered as a scenic preservation area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takaoka Station.
1. walk north (20 min.)yes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takaoka_kanayamachi_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakaoka Kanayamachi TownTakaoka Kanayamachi town (高岡金屋町) is an Edo Style Town located in Takaoka, Toyama and one of the popular travel spots in Takaoka. In 1611, the second lord of the Kaga Maeda clan, Maeda Toshinaga, invited many metalworkers to this town. Those metalworkers made Takaoka very famous for copper craft works. There are many copper shops that also has the copper craft studio.There are many traditional houses still to be found. This town is also registered as a group of traditional houses.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Toyama Station.
1. use Ainokaze Toyama Line to Takaoka Station.
2. walk north (20 min.)yes158http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hida_arakawa_house/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF070.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GF070.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHida Arakawa HouseHida Arakawa House (飛騨・荒川家住宅) is one of the traditional houses located in Takayama.
It is a gorgeous mayors house constructed in 1747. It is two stories building with large masts and beams. You can see many structure for heavy snow region.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: Free
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
Closed: from 12/1 to 3/31
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
From Takayama. Use Route 158.yes178http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ozaki_shrine/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOzaki ShrineOzaki Shrine (尾崎神社) is one of the beautiful shrines that has many old buildings. It is located in Kanazawa, Ishikawa prefecture. It was built in Kitanomaru, a part of Kanazawa castle. Most of the buildings are constructed in 1643 and registered as the cultural important assets. It enshrines Tokugawa Ieyasu, there for there are many symbol of Tokugawa here.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station.
1. use local bus to Minamicho or Musashigatsuji.
2. walk.yes91http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/murodo_highland/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY015.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY015.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMurodo HighlandMurodo Highland (室堂高原) is located on Tateyama Mountains, Toyama Prefecture. The altitude is 2450m above the sea level. Because of the high altitude, it has snow almost until the beginning of the summer. It is very famous spots for spring skiing. It is also very famous for Thunder birds.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at Tateyama Station.
The admission for round trip is 4310 Yen for adult, and 2160 Yen for Kids.
Time: From 6:00 and last from the snow wall is 17:30
Season: From the middle of April to the middle of June.
During Golden Week, there are extra buses and cable cars.
Snow Wall is open from 9:30
<b>Access</b>
0. at Tateyama Station.
1. Tateyama Cable Car to Bejodaira (7 min.)
2. the shuttle bus To Murodo (50 min.)yes247http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takaoka_castle/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY016.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TY016.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakaoka CastleTakaoka Castle (高岡城) is one of 100 best Japanese castles located in Toyama. It is also known as one of 100 best Sakura Castles. It was constructed in 1609 by Maeda Toshinaga for his retirement house. Right after the Siege of Osaka Castle, this castle was abandoned by the order. However, Maeda kept this castle secretly as the fortress. There are baileys and moats remaining in great conditions.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Takaoka Station.
1. walk north (10 min.)yes228http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kanazawa/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKanazawaKanazawa (金沢) is one of the most popular travel desitination in Japan. It is a capital of Ishikawa prefecture and known as Little Kyoto of Hokuriku. Kanazawa has the castle and its castle town. The layout of the castle town was not destroyed by modernization. The street, canal and houses of Samurai residence are remains exactly the same as it used to be. Kanazawa Castle, which is the main feature of Kanazawa besides Kenrokuen Garden, was restored in 2001. There are 3 major tea house towns that has many traditional houses that has fantastic scenery.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom in those traveling spots.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station.
There are circling bus that visit most of the travel spots.yes672http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/udatsuyama_temple_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL017.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL017.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUdatsuyama Temple TownUdatsuyama Temple Town (卯辰山山麓寺院群) is one of Kyoto looking town in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture. There are abotu 50 temples in this town and that creat the beautiful scenery of the traditional Japan. There is a strolling trail called "Kokoro no michi, heartful road in Japanese." Beacuse of these beautiful buildings of temples, this town is registered as Preservation Districts for Groups of Traditional Buildings.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Notice: Keep in the good manner when you visit each temples.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station, east side, No.7.
1. use local bus to Hashibacho.
2. walk.yes536http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/higashi_chaya_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHigashi Chaya TownHigashi Chaya Town (ひがし茶屋街) is the largest Tea House Town of Kanazawa. There are many traditional houses, creating fantastic Edo period scenery. You are going to feel like you are walking through ancient Japan. This town is also registered as a Preservation Districts for Groups of Traditional Buildings. Those houses are still in use as tea houses, shops and restaurants.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station, east side, No.7.
1. use local bus to Hashibacho.
2. walk.yes332http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kazuemachi_chaya_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKazuemachi Chaya TownKazuemachi Chaya Town (主計町茶屋街) is one of Kyoto Style town in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture. There are 3 tea house towns in Kanazawa, and this town is one of them. It is located next to Asano river. It has very classic scenery and less well known. This town is also registered as a scenic preservation area with traditional houses.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station, east side, No.7.
1. use local bus to Hashibacho.
2. walk.
yes208http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/teramachi_temple_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTeramachi Temple TownTeramachi Temple Town (寺町寺院群), or Teramachidai, is one of peopler spots in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture. There are many temples in this area that creates the walk of Kyoto style town. It is a very quiet town with many beautiful temples. It was form from 1596 to 1681. Those many temples still have the look of Edo period. Therefore, you can enjoy walking through the old time in Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking but, no restroom.
Notice: Keep in the good manner when you visit each temples.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station.
1. use local bus to Hirokoji or Nishicyayagai.
2. walk.
yes320http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nishi_chaya_town/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/IL021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNishi Chaya TownNishi Chaya Town (にし茶屋街) is one of Kyoto Style Town located in Western Kanazawa. On the main street, there are many traditional looking buildings. In this town you have a lot of opportunities to meet Geisya.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking but, no restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kanazawa Station.
1. use local bus to Hirokoji or Nishicyayagai.
2. walk.
yes75http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/real_life_mario_kart_in_tokyo/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL377.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL377.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfReal Life Mario Kart in TokyoReal Life Mario Kart in Tokyo (東京マリオカート) is one of the most exciting fun activities you can try in Tokyo. It is a life time event that happens to you. It is a Go-Kart driving the public street of Downtown Tokyo, going through from Shinagawa, Tokyo Tower, Roppongi and the world famous Shibuya Hachiko Crossing. It will take about 2 hours. You can rent Mario Kart Costumes, Mario Luise, Luigi and all other charactors from Mario Kart. So, just like famous video game "Mario Kart," you will enjoy the real life Mario Kart!
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
You will make a reservation for time and date.
You can ride the karts from 2 people.
Time: 10:00 to 22:00
Admission: 7000 JPY (including tax), 5000 JPY for facebook review price.
You need Japanese Diver license, an international driving license or permission to driving car in Japan.
Maricar
To make a reservation: <a href="http://maricar.com/" target="_blank">click here</a>
Or call Phone: 03-6712-8275
<a href="mailto:shop@maricar.jp" target="_blank">shop@maricar.jp</a>
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shinagawa Station.
1. use Keikyu Line to Kitashinagawa.
2. walk south (5 min.)yes800http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/masutomi_rice_planting/2016-06-08monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL135.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL135.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMasutomi Rice PlantingMasutomi Rice Planting (増富田植え体験) is an experiencing of rice planting offered by Masutomi, Yamanashi Prefecture. You will experience the traditional way of rice planting that means by hands. This events happens at the end of May, and also there is a harvesting after 5 monthes. They will also have mushroom planting and BBQ with fresh Organic pesticide-free vegetables and best chicken with those natural crops, and winery tour.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
This events is for only foreigners in Japan or visiters. Please contact us for more information.
<a href="mailto:info@mustlovejapan.com">More information</a>
Season: the end of May.
Time: 10:00 to 17:00
Need:
Hat, rain shoes, extra clothing including under wear, towel.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Get off at Sutama exit of Chuo Expressway north to 141 to 601 to 23 to Mashitomi no yu.
Park at Mashutomi no yu Onsen.yes480http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/seseragi_iris_garden/2016-06-12monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL088.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL088.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSeseragi Iris GardenSeseragi Iris Garden (せせらぎ菖蒲園) is a part of Yamazaki Park in Saitama Prefecture. Every middle of June, the beautiful Iris bloom. There are about 5,000 flowers in this garden.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Parking Open: 9:00 to 19:00 (Mar. to Sep.), 9:00 to 17:00 (Oct. to Feb.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawagoe Station.
1. use Tobu Tojo Line to Tsuruse Station.
2. walk east.yes317http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/someya_iris_garden/2016-06-12monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL089.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL089.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSomeya Iris GardenSomeya Iris Garden (染谷花しょうぶ園) is one of the best Iris spots in Saitama. There are 200 kinds 20,000 Iris Flowers bloom in June. Iris is very beautiful under rain. So, it is one of the best spot to visit in a rainy season in Japan. There are also shopping area for saling flowers, seeds and plants.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking (300 yen)
Admission: 500 yenf for Adult, 200 yen for elementery school and over 75 (however, 500 yen for over 75 on weekend).
There is group discount.
Period: All days of June.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use Kokusaikougyo bus number 7 to Someyashindo.
2. walk (10min.)yes398http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/iris_pond_park/2016-06-12monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL378.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL378.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIris Pond ParkIris Pond Park (しょうぶ沼公園) is located in Adachi, Tokyo Metro. There are 140 kinds 8100 flowers in this park. The beautiful flowers bloom from the end of May to middle of June.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kitasenju Station.
1. use Chiyoda Line to Kita Ayase Station.
2. walk (1 min.)yes341http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/trekking_at_mtKimpu/2016-06-13monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL137.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL137.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTrekking at Mt.KimpuTrekking at Mt.Kimpu (金峰山トレッキング) is one of the very popular hiking around Tokyo. Mt. Kimpu is 2,599m tall and chosen as one of 100 best Japanese mountains. It is located on the border of Yamanashi and Nagano. The easiest trekking is from Otarumi mountain pass. It will take about 4 hours for a round trip and has a great panorama view of all Yamanashi and Nagano including Mt. Fuji and Minami Alps.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
There are mountain house on the trail.
It is very easy to access from Otarumi Mountain pass.
<b>Access</b>
There is a shuttle bus from Enzan Station.yes631http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_kimpu/2016-06-13monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL136.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL136.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt.KimpuMt.Kimpu, or Mt. Kimpou (金峰山) is one of 100 best Japanese mountains located on the border of Yamanashi and Nagano Prefecture. It is 2,599m tall and has a great panorama view of all Yamanashi and Nagano including Mt.Fuji and Minami Alps. The trekking route has also great view as well. Most of the trail is covered under the beautiful forest with many mountain trees, and once it opens, it has panorama view. On the top of Mt. Kimpu, there is a huge rock called Gojo Rock.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
There are mountain house on the trail.
It is very easy to access from Otarumi Mountain pass.
<b>Access</b>
There is a shuttle bus from Enzan Station.yes276http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/azumino_iris_park/2016-06-19monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL147.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL147.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAzumino Iris ParkAzumino Iris Park (安曇野・あやめ公園) is one of the popular Iris spot in Nagano Prefecture. There are 150 kinds 50,000 Iris flowers that bloom in the middle of June. There are any events on the weekends of the blossom season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoro Station.
1. use JR Shinonoi Line to Akashina Station.
2. walk (15 min.)yes186http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/rose_of_haiji_village/2016-06-19monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL138.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL138.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfRose of Haiji VillageRose of Haiji Village(ハイジの村のバラ) is very famous in Yamanashi. Haiji Village is the flower park located in Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture. From the end of May to the middle of June, there are beautiful roses blooming. It has the 230 long tunnel of rose that is the longest rose tunnel in Japana.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 510 yen for over highschool, 250 yen for under junior high.
There are group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 18:00(Apr.1 to Jul.15 and Sep.1 to Dec.18), 21:30 (Jul.16 to Aug.31 and Dec.17 to Jan.3), 17:00 (Jan.4 to Mar.31)
Closed on Tue. (From Jan. to Mar. When Tuesday is holiday, then closed on next day.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nirasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Haijinomura (30 min.)yes380http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ikiiki_asakusa_ajisai_festa/2016-06-20monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL379.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/TL379.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIkiiki Asakusa Ajisai Festa.Ikiiki Asakusa Ajisai Festa. (いきいき浅草あじさい祭) is one of Hydrangea festival happens at Iriya, Tokyo. This festival is a Hydrangea Festival held at Chokokuji temple. Hydrangea is the flower of June in Japan. At Chokokuji, there are about 100 kinds of Hydrangea and you can buy them. You can also join the special Buddhism reception that has a history since Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
Ajisai Basket is for 1500 yen.
The special reception is 2,000 yen and registered at the office of the temple.
Period: The weekend of the middle of June.
Time: Sat: 12:00 to 17:00, Sun: 10:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Ueno Station.
1. use Hibiya Line to Iriya or Minowa.
2. walk (20 min.)yes401http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ninja_museum_of_igaryu/2016-06-28monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNinja Museum of IgaryuNinja Museum of Igaryu (伊賀流忍者博物館) is one of the real Ninja Museum located in Mie Prefecture. Iga
Ninja Style is one of the two most famous Ninja Style and this museum shows all kinds of information
about Iga Ninja. They replaced the real Ninja House from the Ninja Village of Iga that has all kinds of
Ninja tricks that's been used in real. At the museum section, it displays all kinds of Ninja weapons,
tools and clothing. It has also a great Ninja show.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 750 for adult, 432 yen for under junior. There is a group discount.
Extra fee for the Ninja Show: 400 yen.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00. Last entry is 16:30
Close: 12/29 to 1/1
They have a rental of Ninja Costume.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Uenoshi station.
1. walk north.yes597http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mariko_juku/2016-06-28monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI121.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI121.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMariko-jukuMariko-juku (鞠子宿、丸子宿) is the 20th post town of Tokaido Road. It is located in Shizuoka city, Shizuoka Prefecture. It was used to be the smallest post town of Tokaido. There are few buildings that have views of Edo period. There is a tea house that appears in the famous Ukiyoe Painting of Hiroshige still exists today.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking or restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Abekawa Station.
2. walk north.yes231http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/utsunoya_mountain_pass/2016-06-28monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI122.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI122.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfUtsunoya Mountain PassUtsunoya Mountain Pass (宇津ノ谷峠) is one of the historic spots of Tokaido Road. It is located between Mariko-juku and Okabe-juku, Shizuoka Prefecture. There are many traditional houses that has the view of Edo period. It is registered as the national historic site.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at the resting place of Utsunoya Toge on Route 1.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use local bus to Utsunoyairiguchi.
2. walk.yes290http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/irimajiri_house/2016-06-28monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/ME023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfIrimajiri HouseIrimajiri House (入交家住宅) is one of the samurai house located in Iga, Mie Prefecture. It was constructed around the end of 18th century. It is a typical Nagaya Style Samurai House. It has also the Nagaya Gate which shows the rank of higher Samurai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 for Adult, 150 yen for Over high school, 100 yen for under high.
There is a group discount.
Open: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Closed: Tuesday. 12/29 to 1/3
<b>Access</b>
0. Uenoshi Station.
1. walk south.yes197http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yoshida_koyama_castle/2016-06-28monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI123.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI123.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYoshida Koyama CastleYoshida Koyama Castle (吉田・小山城) is a hilltop castle located in Shizuoka Prefecture. It was constructed in 1571 by Baba Nobuharu when Takeda clan conquared the land of Suruga. This has the unique feature of Takeda style castle, especially crescent moat. This castle has 3 layered crescent moats that is very unqiue to this castle. There is Tenshu as the histocial museum. Moats and baileys are remaining in the great condition.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
The museum admission: 200 yen for adult, and 100 yen for kids.
The museum closed on Monday.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shizuoka Station.
1. use JR Tokaido Line to Fujieda Station.
2. use local bus to Yoshidakoko.
3. walk.
yes224http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koka_ninja_village/2016-07-06monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG018.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG018.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoka Ninja VillageKoka Ninja Village (甲賀の里忍術村) is the largest and real Ninaja Village located in southern Shiga Prefecture. Koka is one of the two major and famous Ninja styles and this is the birthplace of Koka Ninaja Style. In this village, there are 3 real Ninja houses that replaced from Koka city. They have all kinds of Ninja Tricks. Also, they display a lot of Ninja Weapons, tools and scrolls that belong to the real Ninja descendant. There is Ninja School that you can get the certification of the official Koka Ninja. It have everything for all Ninja Fan. It's real.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 1030 yen for Adult, 820 yen for Junir and High School, 730 yen for elementery, 520 yen for kids.
There is a group discount.
Time: 10:00 to 16:00 (In summer time, 9:00 to 17:00)
Rental Ninja Costume: 1030 yen for adult, 610 yen for kids per day.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koka Station.
1. there is a free shuttle bus from Koka Station.yes715http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minakuchi_juku/2016-07-06monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG019.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG019.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMinakuchi jukuMinakuchi juku (水口宿) is the post town of Tokaido Road located in Shiga Prefecture. It is 50th post town from Tokyo. There are many traditional houses that has still view of Edo period. It was also used to be the castle town. Therefore, there is ruins of castle and many Samurai houses.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at Minaguchi Jonan Station.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koka Station.
1. use JR Kusatsu Line to Kibukawa Station.
2. use Omi Line to Minaguchi Ishibashi Station.
3. walk.
yes423http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/minakuchi_castle/2016-07-06monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG020.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG020.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMinakuchi CastleMinakuchi Castle (水口城) is a flatland constructed in 1634 by Tokugawa Iemitsu. In the time of the 3rd Tokugawa Shogun, Iemitsu built this castle when he traveled to Kyoto. However, after that, Shogun never used this castle again. In 1682, Kato Clan became the castle lord of this Minakuchi castle and became the lord of Minakuchi domain. Today, there is a moat and a the main gate of the castle reconstructed as the historical museum.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 100 yen for adult, and 50 yen for kids.
Time: 10:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koka Station.
1. use JR Kusatsu Line to Kibukawa Station.
2. use Omi Line to Minaguchi Joka Station.
3. walk.
yes96http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tsuchiyama_juku/2016-07-06monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTsuchiyama-jukuTsuchiyama-juku (土山宿) is one of the post town of Tokaido Road located in Shiga Prefecture. It is 49th post town from Tokyo. There are few traditional houses are still remaining and it has a view of old time of Edo period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koka Station.
1. use JR Kusatsu Line to Kibugawa Station.
2. use local bus to Omi Tsuchiyama eki.
3. walk
yes390http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hino_town/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHino TownHino Town (日野町) is one of the old merchant town located southern Siga Prefecture. There are many tarditional houses that are remaining since Edo period. The merchants of Hino were very strong as Omi Merchant. You will see the great traditional Japanese houses here. It is also the town of Gamo clan. Gamo clan is the very famous Samurai during Sengoku period.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom at the visitors center.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koka Station.
1. use JR Kusatsu Line to Kibugawa Station.
2. use Omi Line to Hino Station.
3. walk east.yes480http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kiyotsu_valley_tunnel/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG021.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG021.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKiyotsu Valley TunnelKiyotsu Valley (清津峡) is one of the 3 major Valleys in Japan. It is located in Tokamachi, Niigata Prefecture. The entire valley is about 12km long beautiful valley made by the lava flow.
It is registered as the national scenic beauty and natural monument of Japan. There is a tunnel that has great observatories.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission for the Tunnel: 600 yen for Adult, 300 yen for under highschool.
There is a group discount.
Time: 8:30 to 17:30 (Last entry 16:30)
Closed: From the middle of Jan. to the end of Mar.
The distance of the Tunnel: 750m
Pet allowed.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Echigo Yuzawa Station.
1. use local bus to Kiyotsukyoiriguchi.
2. walk 30 min.yes195http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/teikanen/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG023.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG023.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTeikanenTeikanen (貞観園) is one of the best Japanese Garden located in Niigata Prefecture. This garden was built by Murayama family when they moved here in 1673. Since 1673, each lords of Murayama family spent their fortune to build this garden. The house was constructed in 1784. This large garden is fully covered with beautiful moss. The famous artist in Edo, Yosai stayed here and made many painting. This garden is registered as the national scenic beauty.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom. (Parking is located 5min. away)
The ticket office is located inside of the house. You pay the fee after enter the gate.
No Pet.
See the garden from the house.
Remove your shoes when you enter the house.
When you visit over 20 people, you must make a reservation.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 250 yen for under junior high.
There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
Closed: Monday.(When Monday is holiday, nearest weekday will be closed.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagaoka Station.
1. use JR Shinetsu Line to Yasuda Station.
2. use Hokuetsu Okanomachi line bus to Teikanenmae.yes284http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/sasagawa_house/2016-08-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG025.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG025.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSasagawa HouseSasagawa House (旧笹川邸) is one of the largest farmers house located in Niigata. Sasagawa Family was very strong village mayor of this region. The main house was constructed in 1826. The entire size of this house is 618 square meters. That makes it one of the largest traditional houses remaining in Japan. There are over 35 rooms in this house. This house has the strong structure for heavy snow region, and beauty of simple architecture.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 500 yen for adult, 300 yen for under Junior high.
There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:10)
Closed: Monday (when monday is holiday, closed on next day.)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Niigata Station.
1. use Local bus to Aoyama.
2. use Local bus to Sasagawateiiriguchi.yes353http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oginoshima_kayabuki_village/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG022.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG022.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOginoshima Kayabuki VillageOginoshima Kayabuki Village (荻ノ島かやぶきの里) is an old farm village with many traditional houses located Kashiwazaki, Niigata Prefecture. The rice farm and those traditional house offers the view of old Japanese village. There are about 20 traditional houses surrounding the rice field. Some of them are used for the hotels. If you want to see the traditional village of Japan, check out the Oginoshima Village. It has the scenery of old Japanese village.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Niigata Station.
1. use Local bus to Aoyama.
2. use Local bus to Oginoshima.yes369http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/ooo_fudo_falls/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOoo Fudo FallsOoo Fudo Falls (大尾不動滝) is waterfalls located in Aga, Niigata Prefecture. It is a about 15m tall waterfalls. It has many cubic rocks on the waterfalls that is very unique.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking. No restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Use 49 from Niigata. use 227 to 228. It is located near Takigashira marsh.
yes124http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kawasaki_wind_chime_market/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL238.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/KL238.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKawasakiDaishi Wind Chime MarketKawasakiDaishi Wind Chime Market is the largest wind chime market in Japan. It happens at Kawasaki Daishi Temple in the middle of July. Over 900 kinds, 30,000 wind chimes from all over Japan gathers here. You can enjoy various kinds of wind chimes. Each wind chime that has the feature of each local craft works.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking. There is restroom.
It will happen around middle of July.
The market keeps about 5days until Sunday.
Time: 10:00 to 18:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Keikyu Kawasaki Station.
1. use Keikyu Daishi Line to Kawasaki Daishi.
2. walk.yes230http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hino_machikado_museum/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHino Machikado MuseumHino Machikado Museum (日野まちかど感応館) is a visitor's center that use the trational house as the free resting place. It displays the Hino Drug that was one of the major products of Hino Merchant.
This house was Shono family's house. Shono was one of the founder of Hino Drug. There are a free restring place and cafe. It also sales the local products of Hino.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There are parking and restroom at the visitors center.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
Closed on: Monday.(When Monday is holiday, closed on Tuesday)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koka Station.
1. use JR Kusatsu Line to Kibugawa Station.
2. use Omi Line to Hino Station.
3. use local bus to Nishinomiya.yes153http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/omi_hino_merchant_house/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOmi Hino Merchant HouseOmi Hino Merchant House (近江日野商人館) is a local museum located in Hino, Shiga Prefecture. It was used to be the house of Hino Merchant family, Yamanaka Hyouemon. It show the typical Hino Merchant house. Hino Merchant spent more money on the detail of the house that is not really out standing. You can see those stylish decoration of the house at this mouseum. It also displays many treasures and history of Hino Merchants.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Admission: 300 yen for Adult and 120 yen under Junior.
There is a group discount.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
Closed on: Tueday.(When Monday is holiday, closed on Tuesday)
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koka Station.
1. use JR Kusatsu Line to Kibugawa Station.
2. use Omi Line to Hino Station.
3. use local bus to Okubo.yes257http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/koka_ninja_school/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG026.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SG026.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKoka Ninja SchoolKoka Ninja School (甲賀忍者道場) is one of the official Ninja School located in Koka Ninja Village, Shiga Prefecture. Koka is one of the two major and famous Ninja styles and this is the birthplace of Koka Ninaja Style. You will try 9 different techniques to be certified as the real Koka Ninja. It has climbing up stone walls, walking on the water and throwing Shriken techniques.
<b>Tourist Info. </b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 1030 yen for Adult, 820 yen for Junir and High School, 730 yen for elementery, 520 yen for kids.
There is a group discount.
Time: 10:00 to 16:00 (In summer time, 9:00 to 17:00)
Rental Ninja Costume: 1030 yen for adult, 610 yen for kids per day.
<b>Access </b>
0. at Koka Station.
1. there is a free shuttle bus from Koka Station.yes221http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/oginoshima_married_cedar/2016-07-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG024.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG024.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfOginoshima Married CedarOginoshima Married Cedar (荻ノ島夫婦杉) is a couple of hundred years old Cedar trees located in Kashiwazaki, Niigata Prefecture. Two Cedars are married at the bottom. It is a giant Cedar Trees located in Oginoshima Matsuo Shrine. It is registered as the natural monument of the city.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Niigata Station.
1. use Local bus to Aoyama.
2. use Local bus to Oginoshima.yes100http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mtadatara/2016-08-05monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK048.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK048.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt.AdataraMt.Adatara (安達太良山) is one of the 100 best Japanese mountains located in Fukushima Prefecture. It is one of the most popular mountain in Tohoku. It is 1728m tall an active volcano. You can still see the volcanic activities. There is a ropeway to reach the middle way of the mountain. It has a great panorama view of Fukushima including Lake Inawashiro and Urabandai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Ropeway
Time: 8:30 to 16:30 (last ropeway to go down is 16:20)
One-way: 1000 yen for adult, 750 yen for kids.
Round Trip: 1700 yen for adult, 1300 for kids.
There is a group discount.
Pet: 550 yen for small, 850 for large size.
Be careful with the gas of volcano.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koriyama Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Nihonmatsu Station.
2. use shuttle bus to Adatarayamaokudakeyes210http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mtadatara_trekking/2016-08-05monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK049.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK049.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. Adatara TrekkingMt. Adatara Trekking (安達太良山トレッキング) is one of the popular hiking in Japan. Mt. Adatara is one of 100 best Japanese mountains. This mountain is 1728m tall an active volcano located in the middle of Fukushima Prefecture. It has a great panorama view from the top of the mountain. Because there is a ropeway, it is very easy mountain to climb up. The entire trip will be about 3 to 4 hours and the tail is very easy to walk as well. It's great for the beginners.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is a parking and restroom.
Ropeway
Time: 8:30 to 16:30 (last ropeway to go down is 16:20)
One-way: 1000 yen for adult, 750 yen for kids.
Round Trip: 1700 yen for adult, 1300 for kids.
There is a group discount.
Pet: 550 yen for small, 850 for large size.
Be careful with the gas of volcano.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Koriyama Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Nihonmatsu Station.
2. use shuttle bus to Adatarayamaokudake
yes367http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/takigashira_marsh/2016-08-05monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG027.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG027.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTakigashira MarshTakigashira Marsh (たきがしら湿原) is one of the nature spot in Niigata Prefecture. There are many seasonable flowers, birds and insects live in this marsh. Each seasons has a different scenic beauty. There are strolling road that you can walk over the marsh. You can enjoy beautiful nature. The best season to visit here will be May to November.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Free resting place and observotry.
Open: 8:30 to 17:00
Closed on Monday.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive 49 to south 227 to 228.yes206http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/bandai_bridge/2016-08-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG028.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG028.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfBandai BridgeBandai Bridge (萬代橋) is one of the symbol of Niigata city. The first bridge was built as one of the first western style bridge in Japan. The current bridge is 1929 and registered as a road construction heritage of Japan.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no restroom or bathroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Niigata Station.
1. walk north (20 min.)yes109http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/numata_castle/2016-08-05monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL068.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/GL068.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNumata CastleNumata Castle (沼田城) is one of the hilltop castles located in Gunma. It was constructed in 1532. It is known as the castle of Sanada Nobuyuki. There are stone walls, moat and baileys remaining here. Numata Castle was used to be the important castle to protect Kanto from North.
Therefore, Uesugi clan, Takeda clan and Hojo clan fought for the supremacy.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Shibukawa Station.
1. use JR Joetsu Line to Numata Station.
2. walkyes179http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nagaoka_fireworks/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG029.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NG029.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNagaoka FireworksNagaoka Fireworks (長岡花火) is one of the best fireworks in Japan. It happens at August 2 and 3. There are about 20,000 fireworks light the night of Nagaoka over Shinano River. About 37 program with many star-mines and large scale firewroks. Also, Niagara Fireworks are very famous in this festival.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Food stand as well.
It will be hyper clouded and traffic.
There are free observertory space and paid seats.
Period: August 2 to 3.
Time: 19:00 to 21:00
<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/trip_day/nagaoka_hanabi.htm" target="_blank">Join the tour at Shiki tabi</a>
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nagaoka Station.
1. walk west.yes775http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yatsugatake_horse_show/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL140.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL140.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYatsugatake Horse ShowYatsugatake Horse Show (八ヶ岳ホースショー) is one of the best horse show happens at Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture. Yatsugatake is very famous for horse breeding. At the end of July, it has the great horse show. There are many type of horse preformance. The traditional Japanese Horse Drama performance including horse back archery and fire performance are breath taking.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 15:00 to 21:00
Date: the end of July.
Paid seat: 500 yen and 300 yen. No reservation.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hokuto Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kobuchizawa Station.
2. walk (30 min.)yes515http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/trekking_at_mt_echizen/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI124.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI124.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTrekking at Mt. EchizenMt. Echizen (越前岳) is one of the mountains of Mt. Ashitaka. It is a very popular hiking spot that has a great view of Mt. Fuji. Mt. Echizen is 1504m tall that makes it the tallest mountains of Mt. Ashitaka. The trekking route of Mt. Echizen takes about 4 hours round trip. There are many benches for break time and trail is very easy to walk.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
It will takes 2 hours to reach the top of the mountain.
<b>Access </b>
Need a car.
From Tome Express way Fuji exit to north east (10km).
On route 469. yes297http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/yatsugatake_fireworks/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL141.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL141.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfYatsugatake FireworksYatsugatake Fireworks(八ヶ岳ホースショー花火) is one of the main events of Yatsugatake Horse Show. It happens in the end of July at Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture. There are about 1500 fireworks fire at the night of Hokuto. It is the finale of the horse show. There are star-mine firewroks, large scale fireworks and Niagara Firewroks.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Time: 20:30
Date: the end of July.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Hokuto Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line to Kobuchizawa Station.
2. walk (30 min.)yes275http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akeno_blueberry_farm/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL142.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL142.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAkeno Blueberry FarmAkeno Blueberry Farm (明野ブルーベリー畑) offers the great blueberry picking located in Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture. Akeno has the longest hours of sunshine in Japan that creats the best blueberry. You can try blueberry picking here. At this farm, you can buy all kinds of blueberry products, especially blueberry ice cream is excellent. Also, around the farm, Sunflowers are blooming at the same season.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 1000 yen for adult. 300 yen for kids (only eat free at the farm.)
This includes the free take home bage with worth of 200g of blueberry.
Time: 9:00 to 16:00
Period: from the end of Jun. to begining of Aug.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nirasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Haijinomura (30 min.)yes123http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/akeno_sunflower_festival/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL139.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL139.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfAkeno Sunflower FestivalAkeno Sunflower Festival (明野ひまわり祭り) is one of the best sunflower festival in Japan. Akeno has the longest sunshine time in Japan that makes beautiful sunflowers. There are about 600,000 Sunflowers blooms from the end of July to middle of August. In this festival, there are food stands and dance performance.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
Season: From the end of July to middle of August.
There is parking and restroom.
Parking: 500 YEN
<b>Access</b>
0. at Nirasaki Station.
1. use local bus to Akenotsumitorien, misawa winery or Chigatake.yes137http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/nanukamachi/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK050.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK050.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfNanukamachiNanukamachi (七日町) is a street with many traditional houses located in Aizu-Wakamatsu, Fukushima Prefecture. It has a view of Taisho era. Nanukamachi street was used to be the entrance of Aizu five road. Therefore, many traditional houses that are still used as restaurants, gift shops and other stores. It is very popular tourist spot in Aizu.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizu Wakamatsu.
1. use JR Tadami Line to Nanukamachi.yes336http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tenjinhama_auto_camp_site/2016-08-09monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK051.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/FK051.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTenjinhama Auto Camp SiteTenjinhama Auto Camp Site (天神浜オートキャンプ場) is a lakeside camp site located by Lake Inawashiro, Fukushima Prefecture. Because it is located by the lake, it is very cool even in summer. Many people who love water activities use this camp site because they can play at the lake right away. This camp site also let Jet mobile as well. It has an auto camp site and cabins. It has also beautiful view of Mt. Bandai.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Tent: 1000 yen per tent.
Admission: 1000 yen per person.
Automobile: 1000 yen per Automobile.
BBQ: 500 yen.
Parking: 500 yen for car. 2000 yen for RV.
Shower: coin shower 24 hr. 200 Yen.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Aizuwakamatsu Station.
1. use Banetsunishi Line to Kawageta Station.
2. walk.yes161http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/k4gp_in_fuji_speedway/2016-08-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI125.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SI125.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfK4GP in Fuji SpeedwayK4GP in Fuji Speedway is one of the great unofficial race event happens at Fuji Speedway in the middle of August. K4GP is the endurance race of Light displacement car (K-class: Under 660cc). There are 2 type of race: 500km 5 hrs. and 1000km 10 hrs. There are 5 different grade for act race. Over 120 cars enters every year. Japanese small cars drive so fast at back straight. That's amazing.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 1000 yen.
Date: 500km race held in the first day, and 1000km in the 2nd day.
Time: 8:00 to 18:00 for 1000km.
You can enter the observatory to see this race.
In the middle of August and Feburary.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Numazu Station.
1. use JR Gotenba Line to Gotenba Station.
2. use Fujikyu Bus to Fuji Speedway.yes1200http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamikochi_highland/2016-08-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL150.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL150.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKamikochi HighlandKamikochi Highland (上高地) is one of the most popular tourist spots and nature spots in Japan. It is located in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture. It is considered as one of the best scenic beauty spots in Japan and registered as Special National Scenic Beauty and Special Natural Monument of Japan. There are many hiking trails and very easy to walk because it is very flat trail. You can enjoy great forest, pure water and ponds and breathtaking views of surrounding Mountains. From Kappabashi Bridge, you can have a great view of Hodaka Mountains.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom. (100 yen)
You cannot access by your car.
There are many hotels, restaurants and gift shops.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use Alpiko Line Kamikochi Line to Shinshimashima Station.
2. Shuttle bus to Bus Terminal.
<a href="http://www.shikiclub.co.jp/shikitabi/trip_day/kamikochi2.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Shiki Tour</a>yes394http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/kamikochi_hiking/2016-08-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL151.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL151.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfKamikochi HikingKamikochi(上高地) is one of the best and most popular hiking spots in Japan. It is located in Nagano prefecture. It has a beautiful nature surrouned by beautiful forests, pure water and powerful montains. The entire site are all flat and very easy to walk. It will take 2 to 6 hours of walking. The altitude of Kamikochi is 1500m above the sea level.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom. (100 yen)
You cannot access by your car.
There are many hotels, restaurants and gift shops.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use Alpiko Line Kamikochi Line to Shinshimashima Station.
2. Shuttle bus to Bus Terminal.yes558http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/saitama_city_fireworks/2016-08-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL090.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/SL090.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSaitama City FireworksSaitama City Fireworks happens at the middle of August in Saitama City. It held at Omaki Park. There are about 5000 fireworks. There are many beautiful Star-mine fireworks.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is no parking.
There is restroom.
Time: 19:30 to 20:30
Date: the middle of August.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Omiya Station.
1. use JR Tohoku Line to Minamiurawa Station.
2. use JR Musashino Line to Higashi Urawa.
3. walk south.yes135http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/taisyo_pond/2016-08-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL148.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL148.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTaisyo PondTaisyo Pond (大正池) is one of the main feature of Kamikochi, Nagano Pref. It is registered as Special National Scenic Beauty and Special Natural Monument of Japan. It was created by the eruption of Mt. Yake in 1915. The ash and rocks from the mountain stoped Azusa River and created this pond. It is very quite pond that mirrors the mountains of Kamikochi.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom.
You cannot access by your car.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use Alpiko Line Kamikochi Line to Shinshimashima Station.
2. Shuttle bus to Taishoike.yes213http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/myojin_pond/2016-08-22monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL149.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL149.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMyojin PondMyojin Pond (明神池) is the sacred pond of Kamikochi, Nagano Pref. There is the upper shrine shrine of Hodaka Shrine. There are two ponds that has views of natural Japanese gardens. Mt. Myojin is located right next to the ponds. It has a very strong view of mountain and quiet ponds. It is highly respected by the poeple of Matsumoto.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is restroom.
You cannot access by your car.
Admission: 300 yen for adult. 100 yen for kids.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station.
1. use Alpiko Line Kamikochi Line to Shinshimashima Station.
2. Shuttle bus to Bus Terminal.yes121http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/fruits_farm_hagihara/2016-09-02monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL143.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL143.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFruits Farm HagiharaFruits Farm Hagihara (萩原フルーツ農園フルーツ狩り) offers great fruits picking. It is located in Yamanashi City. You can enjoy Cherry picking in June, Peach picking from early July to early August, and Grape picking from early August to the end of September. You can enjoy fresh fruts and also you can buy them as well. It has also a great view of Yamanashi area.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Business Hour: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
Time for picking: 40 min.
You can enjoy even under rain.
<b>Cherry Picking</b>
Admission: 2100 yen for adult, 1050 yen for kids. Free for Under school.
Season: June.
You have to eat all cherries at the farm. You cannot take them out of the farm.
<b>Peach Picking</b>
Admission: one peach for 300 to 400 yen.
Season: From early July to early August.
or 40 min. all-you-can-eat
Admission: 1300 yen for adult, 650 yen for kids, free for under school.
This is not picking. You will eat at the terrace.
Season: From early July to early August.
<b>Grape Picking</b>
Admission: 1kg for 1500 to 2000 yen.
Season: From Early August to late September.
or 40 min. all-you-can-eat
Admission: 1300 yen for adult, 650 yen for kids, free for under school.
You will eat all at the farm or brign them at the terrace. You cannot bring the grape from the farm if you eat at the farm. If you eat at the terrace, the shop will bring your grapes.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car. Drive to Fruits park then there are sign.yes208http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/canoe_at_lake_sai/2016-09-02monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL144.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL144.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfCanoe at Lake SaiCanoe at Lake Sai (西湖カヌー体験) is one of the great activities around Mt. Fuji. Lake Sai is one of Fuji Five Lakes surrounding Mt. Fuji and Lake Sai is the beautiful lake with lots of nature and mountains. The lake is very quiet and you can enjoy very peaceful moment. Because it is surrounded by mountains, the water is very quiet.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
(It is kayaking)
There are parking and restroom.
There two courses, half-day and full-day.
To make a reservation at:
<a href="mailto:info@pelan-pelan.jp">info@pelan-pelan.jp</a>
Phone:080-9502-4417
Time:9:00 to 17:00
<b>Access</b>
0. at Kawaguchiko Station.
1. use local Bus to Fugaku Fuketsu.
2. walk east
yes336http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/trekking_at_mtkushigata/2016-09-07monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL145.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL145.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTrekking at Mt.KushigataTrekking at Mt.Kushigata (櫛形山トレッキング) offers a beautiful walking under the breathtaking forest. Mt. Kushigata is 2,052m tall and it will take about 5 hours for round trip. At the forest, there are over 300 years old Japanese Larch, Fir and Tsuga diversifolia. Also, mountain flowers are so beautiful here. There is a new hiking trail that is very easy to walk for the beginners.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
It will takes about 5 hours for round trip.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit.
Route 140 to 413 west to Mt. Kushigata.yes558http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/japanese_sweets_tea_making/2016-09-07monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL147.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL147.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfJapanese Sweets & Tea MakingJapanese Sweets & Tea Making (和菓子作り&茶道体験) is a great experiencing offers by Yamanshi City at Nezu Memorial Museum. The professional cook of Japanese Sweets will introduce how to cook Japanese sweets, and the local highschool students will introduce the traditional tea ceremony. Nezu museum is the beautiful traditional house with beautiful garden. That has also a classic tea room and you can experience the traditional tea ceremony.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Ask MLJ to make a reservation:
<a href="mailto:info@mustlovejapan.com" target="_blank">Contact us</a>
<b>Access</b>
0. at Enzan Station.
1. use JR Chuo Line Kasugaimachi Station.
2. walk north.yes425http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mtkushigata/2016-09-07monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL146.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL146.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt.KushigataMt.Kushigata (櫛形山) is one of the 200 best Japanese mountain located in Yamanashi. It is 2,052m tall mountain that has a beautiful forest on the top of the mountain. Therefore, you can enjoy beautiful hiking under the peaceful forest, especially the giant old trees are so mysterious. There are many points where you can enjoy mountain flowers. There are some view points that have great views of Mt. Fuji and Mt. Kitadake that are the highest and 2nd highest mountain in Japan. There are many hiking trails for the intermediate persons.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Take 5 hours round trip.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car to visit.
Route 140 to 413 west to Mt. Kushigata.yes248http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiking_at_kirigamine/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL152.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL152.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHiking at KirigamineKirigamine (霧ケ峰) is very popular hiking spots. It is the beautiful highland located in the middle of Nagano Prefecture. The entire route is about 4 hours and very easy for beginners. It has a great Panorama view of all Nagano area including Mt. Fuji. The sky is very open and it has many beuatiful mountain flowers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station
1. use JR Shinanoi Line to Shiojiri Station.
2. use JR Chuo Line to Kamisuwa Station.
3. use Local Bus to Kurumayamakata (30 min.)
yes518http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/hiking_at_mtfutago/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL156.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL156.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfHiking at Mt. FutagoMt. Futago (双子山) is one of the popular hiking spots located in Nagano Prefecture. This mountain has 3 different beautiful aspects. On the top of Mt. Futago, it has great panorama view and open field. You can see Mt. Tateshina. It is very easy hiking course for the beginners.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive route 152 to Lake Shirakaba. Change to route 40 to Shirakaba Ski resort.
Change to Ogahara Mountain Pass.
yes591http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/funatsu_lava_cave_of_tree/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL148.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/YL148.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFunatsu Lava Cave of TreeFunatsu Lava Cave of Tree (船津胎内樹型) is one of contents of Fuji's the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
This cave was made by the lava flow from Mt. Fuji about 1000 years ago. When the lava flow over the forest, the trees burned down but the its shape remained in the lava. Because the inside of this cave looks like the inside of the human body, this cave is call the in body cave. The wall of this cave looks like the ribs. So, it's called rib shaped lava and its ceiling looks like human's organ. There is a chamber enshrines Konohanasakuya, the goddess of Mt. Fuji. The chamber represents the womb of mother. So, going through this chamber means purified and reborn your body.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
Admission: 200 yen for adult, 100 Yen Under Junior.
Time: 9:00 to 17:00
Closed: Monday except June to August.
Be careful, because it is very narrow cave. You have to wear light clothing and sneakers that are okey to get wet and dirty.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Fujisan Station.
1. use local bus to Kankyokagakukenkyujo iriguchi.
2. walk westyes384http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mtkirigamine/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL153.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL153.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. KirigamineMt. Kirigamine is very beautiful highland located in the middle of Nagano Prefecture. The available height is about 1800m from the sea level. It has a great panorama view of all Nagano prefecture including Mt. Fuji. There are many hiking trail for beginners. It is takes about 4 hours round trip.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station
1. use JR Shinanoi Line to Shiojiri Station.
2. use JR Chuo Line to Kamisuwa Station.
3. use Local Bus to Kurumayamakata (30 min.)yes271http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/mt_futago/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL157.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL157.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfMt. FutagoMt. Futago (双子山) is one of the popular mountain located in Nagano. It is a part of Yatsugatake mountain with beautiful forests and ponds, especially the forest of moss are so mysterious and breathtaking. It is 2,224m tall. It is very easy hiking course and popular for beginner hikers.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive route 152 to Lake Shirakaba. Change to route 40 to Shirakaba Ski resort.
Change to Ogahara Mountain Pass.yes223http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/lake_shirakaba/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL154.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL154.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfLake ShirakabaLake Shirakaba (白樺湖) is a beautiful lake located Tateshina Highland, Nagano Pref. It is an artificial lake with beautiful Shirakaba Trees. There are many water activities and fishing you can enjoy. The altitude is 1,416m above the sea level.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Matsumoto Station
1. use JR Shinanoi Line to Shiojiri Station.
2. use JR Chuo Line to Chino Station.
3. use Local Bus to Shirakabako (50 min.)yes244http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/futago_ponds/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL158.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL158.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfFutago PondsFutago Ponds (双子池) are main feature of Mt. Futago trekking. There are two ponds, the mail pond and the female pond. Because the water is so pure and quiet, it mirrors the mountains and forest around.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There are parking and restroom.
There is a rest house and camp site.
<b>Access</b>
Need a car.
Drive route 152 to Lake Shirakaba. Change to route 40 to Shirakaba Ski resort.
Change to Ogahara Mountain Pass.yes95http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/teishoji_temple/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL159.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL159.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTeishoji TempleTeishoji temple (貞祥寺) is one of Soto Buddhism Temple located in Saku, Nagano prefecture. It was established in 1521 and one of the old temples in Nagano. It has a beautiful moss garden and road leading to the main hall.
Also, the gates are very old and 3 stories pagoda is so beautiful. Teishoji is a very famous Zen temple in the world.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Note: It is the religious facility. It's Not the tourist spot. So, be quiet and keep in the good manner.
At the 1st and 3rd Sunday, there is Zazen practice.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakudaira Station.
1. use JR Yatsugatake Kogen Line to Nakagomi Station.
2. walk west.yes444http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/tatsuoka_castle/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL161.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL161.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfTatsuoka Castle PentagonTatsuoka Castle (龍岡城五稜郭) is one of only two pentagon Castles located in Nagano. It was constructed in 1867 by Matsudaira Norikata. It is registered as the national historic site. The entire pentagon structure and moat are preserved in great condition.
<b>Tourist Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakudaira Station.
1. use JR Yatsugatake Kogen Line to Usuda Station.
2. walk eastyes144http://www.mustlovejapan.com/subject/saku_toson_house/2016-09-16monthlyhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL160.flvhttp://video.mustlovejapan.com/video/NL160.flv.jpghttp://www.mustlovejapan.com/video/mediaplayer.swfSaku Shimazaki Toson HouseSaku Shimazaki Toson House (佐久島崎藤村旧宅) is one of the traditional houses located in Saku, Nagano Prefecture. It is located at the entrance of Teishoji Temple. Shimazaki Toson is a very famous writer in Meiji to Showa era. He stayed this house 6 years right after he married from 1899 to 1905. It has 4 rooms and 2 ground rooms.
<b>Visitor's Info.</b>
There is parking and restroom.
Note: It is the religious facility. It's Not the tourist spot. So, be quiet and keep in the good manner.
At the 1st and 3rd Sunday, there is Zazen practice.
<b>Access</b>
0. at Sakudaira Station.
1. use JR Yatsugatake Kogen Line to Nakagomi Station.
2. walk west.yes94