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Tochigi
Shrines & Temples
Nikko Futarasan Shrine
3.25 4A Shrine Known for its God of Luck and Blessings for Marriage.
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Lake Chuzenji Travel Guide: Breathtaking Scenery Through the Seasons
Selected as one of Japan’s 100 Scenic Landscapes, Lake Chuzenji is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty. The lake offers stunning scenery that changes with the seasons and is especially famous for its vibrant autumn foliage, attracting visitors from Japan and abroad every fall. With plenty of fascinating attractions nearby, Lake Chuzenji is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring Tochigi Prefecture. This guide covers everything you need to know about Lake Chuzenji, from its unique charms and essential visitor information to the best sightseeing spots in the surrounding area.
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Nikko Toshogu Shrine Travel Guide: Highlights, How Long to Spend, and Suggested Itinerary
Nikko Toshogu Shrine, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Shrines and Temples of Nikko,” enshrines Tokugawa Ieyasu, the renowned historical figure who brought Japan’s Sengoku period to an end. One of Japan’s most celebrated sightseeing destinations, the shrine attracts visitors with its lavishly decorated buildings, many of which are designated as National Treasures or Important Cultural Properties.
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Day 2 of Winter Travel in Nikko ~Mt. Nikko Rinno-ji and Nikko Toshogu Shrine~
This article will introduce day 2 of my winter trip to Nikko. Starting off with breakfast at my hotel, I also visited Mt. Nikko Rinno-ji and Nikko Toshogu Shrine.
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Narita Airport Neighborhood
Shrines & Temples
Naritasan Shinshoji Temple
3.31 8A Historic Temple with the Most New Year (Hatsumode) Visitors in Japan.
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[Naritasan Shinshoji Temple Guide] One of Chiba’s Top Spiritual Spots for Sightseeing and Great Food
With over 1,000 years of history and more than 10 million visitors each year, Naritasan Shinshoji Temple is one of Japan’s most famous temples. Along with its grounds, where many Important Cultural Property buildings still stand, you’ll also find a lively approach lined with Edo-era charm-making it a must-visit when traveling in Chiba. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at Naritasan Shinshoji Temple’s history, top highlights, and nearby sightseeing spots.
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For those who fly out from Narita Airport, this article introduces some fun spots in Narita City, where you can enjoy until the very last time on your departure day. [Article series / The Surrounding Areas of Narita Airport Part 1]
In this article we’ll be introducing you to a number of exciting spots within walking distance from Keisei Narita Station (Narita City, Chiba), which is just 7 mins away from Narita Airport!
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Ryogoku, Ningyocho, Kiyosumi-Shirakawa, Kinshicho
Shrines & Temples
Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine
3.21 5A historic shrine where the Fukagawa Hachiman Festival, one of the three major festivals in the Edo period, is held.
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Tokyo Koto-ku Complete Travel Guide
Koto-ku is located in the center of Tokyo and has excellent access. In addition, Koto-ku has many attractive sightseeing spots. From the latest fashionable spots to temples, shrines, and shopping streets where you feel the history.
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Take Toei transportation and get to Odaiba Bay Area with Tokyo Ocean view♪
In this article, we will tell you about a route that takes you to the popular Odaiba area using Toei Subway Oedo Line and Toei Bus.
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Shinagawa, Gotanda
Shrines & Temples
Choeizan Ikegami Honmonji Temple
3.12 1A head temple of Nichiren Buddhism, also known for its scenic cherry blossoms and five-story pagoda.
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There’s no better time to check out Ikegami Honmonji Temple’s 5-story pagoda than during cherry blossom season!
Ota-ku, Tokyo is home to the vast grounds of Ikegami Honmonji Temple, which is also incidentally a popular cherry blossom viewing spot. In particular, people flock to see and photograph the magical sight of the 5-story pagoda surrounded by the fluffy, pink flowers.
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O-eshiki at Ikegami Honmon-ji (Ikegami Honmon-ji Temple), a Great Occasion at Summer Night
In the brisk fall night breeze, my friend and I meet at Tokyo’s Ikegami by appointment and we are about to visit the Ikegami Honmon-ji O-eshiki, an annual event held between October 11 and October 13.
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