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Tokyo Fukkatsu Daiseido (the Holy Resurrection Cathedral in Tokyo); Nicholai-do
A Byzantine-style cathedral with a 35m (115 ft)-tall domed roof. To commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the construction of the Holy Resurrection Cathedral began In 1891, designed by Josiah Conder who also designed Rokumeikan.
It's totally different from typical Japanese temples and shrines. The cultural contrast is pretty striking.
Kanda Myojin
Kanda Myojin is a historical shrine famous for bestowing its blessings in marriage and business prosperity, enhancing luck in battle while warding off danger and disaster. Located in Tokyo's central business district, many firms come to worship at the beginning of the year, as this shrine cannot be ignored if seeking fortune in business.
The shrine is clean and well-maintained. You can really tell they take good care of it. It doesn't feel touristy at all, so if you like peaceful places, you'll love it here.
Takao Plum Village
Takao Plum Village consists of eight plum groves: the Plum Tree Road starting from Kamikunugida Bridge over the old Koshu-kaido road, Sekisho plum grove, Tenjin plum grove, Arai plum grove, Yunohana plum grove, Surusashi plum grove, Kogesawa plum grove, and Kobotoke plum grove, and it takes about 1.5 hours one-way to walk through them all.
Springtime here is absolutely stunning! The whole valley is covered in plum blossoms—so relaxing and beautiful. I never expected to find such a hidden plum blossom spot so close to Tokyo. What a pleasant surprise!