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Planning a visit to Enoshima Island? One must-see attraction is the mysterious Enoshima Iwaya Cave (Iwaya Grotto). Carved by the waves over centuries, these historic sea caves are steeped in legend, including tales of dragons and Buddhist pilgrims. Discover why the Enoshima Iwaya Cave is a top destination on the Shonan Coast and how to […]
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Upon commencement of the 1964 Tokyo Olympics yacht competition, the previously hidden beauty of a small island floating on Sagami Bay was suddenly revealed to the world. A sacred religious destination, Enoshima’s history centers on the Enoshima Shrine (江島神社). Before the separation of Shintoism and Buddhism, Enoshima was the precinct of Kinkizan Yogan-ji Temple (金亀山与願寺)
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If it is your first time traveling to Tokyo and you don’t have a guide, the first challenge you might encounter is how to get to your hotel from the airport. While the transportation system in Tokyo is really convenient, it is also somewhat complicated. Below is a summary of how you can get from
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In an age where travel and dining are becoming more inclusive and diverse, the number of vegan restaurants in Tokyo that use no animal-based ingredients is seeing a steady rise. It is becoming easier than ever for everyone to enjoy delicious meals with peace of mind. Because there are so many options, here are four
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While Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine is the most renowned shrine in Kawagoe, Kawagoe Kumano Shrine (川越 熊野神社) is also a shrine you won’t want to miss out on. There are various fascinating rituals and activities you can do in its precinct, such as ball-throwing for good luck and cleansing your money to bring more money your
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About 5km southwest of Ikaho Onsen, the Haruna area in Takasaki City is where many tourists would venture out to when they visit the hot spring town. In fact, it is the city’sio are so close to each other, you can visit all three of them in one day!The best route for the day is
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Kawaguchiko (河口湖) in Mount Fuji are one of Japan’s top tourist destinations for a day trip from Tokyo. But because the lake at the foot of Mt Fuji isn’t located in Tokyo’s city center, you may be wondering how to get from Tokyo to Kawaguchiko Station. Thus, read on to discover the best way for
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How to go to Mount Fuji/Kawaguchiko (河口湖)? You can get from Tokyo to Mount Fuji by train. If you want to take a direct train from Tokyo to Kawaguchiko, the Limited Express Fuji Excursion train is the best option. To accommodate the large number of passengers traveling from Tokyo to Mount Fuji, JR East Japan
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If you like the world painted in a picture book, you will love everything about Kichijōji Petit Mura (吉祥寺プティット村) in Kichijoji! Visiting Kichijoji Petit Mura is like walking into a magical world! It is a mini fairytale-like village with a cat theme. It is the best cat cafe in Tokyo to visit. Apart from the
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While Kichijoji is located in Tokyo, it still retains its own unique vibe. If you are unsure about things to do in Kichijoji, consider visiting the unique cafés and dessert spots hidden within the urban jungle. Stop by any of the places mentioned below and take a rest from your exploration of the area. We
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