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Okunitama-jinja Shrine

Okunitama Shrine, with a history stretching back about 1900 years, is where Okunitama-no-Okami, the deity protecting the Musashino area, is enshrined. Musashino was a vast area including modern-day Tokyo, Saitama, and parts of Kanagawa. Inside the shrine grounds are several smaller shrines, each one granting its own blessing. Among those, the shrine blessing love and marriage is especially well-known.

• Fuchu, Chofu, Tama
• Shrines & Temples

Takashima Koyomi

Shinseikan Takashima Koyomi is more than just a yearly calendar-it is a publication that offers insights deeply connected to daily life in Japan, including fortunes, seasonal words, and other culturally significant information. Originally conceived by Takashima Shomyo, It has been published continuously for over 75 years since its first edition in 1950, following the guiding philosophy: “Bringing rhythm and richness to everyday life through calendars.”

• Faith, Spirituality & Customs

TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY

Developed by JR East, Takanawa Gateway City is a bold urban redevelopment project transforming a former train yard into a 9.5-hectare next-generation smart city. Centered around the newly completed Takanawa Gateway Station, the complex is slated for four high-rise towers and a low-rise cultural facility, bringing together commercial spaces, hotels, offices, residences, a multipurpose cultural center, and an international conference hall.

• Shinagawa, Gotanda
• Commercial Buildings

Ippotei Main Store

Founded in 1933, this historic Chinese restaurant in Namba is best known for its signature shumai, wrapped in a thin yellow egg crepe instead of the typical white flour-based skin. Originally developed as a post-war substitute due to flour shortages, the egg wrap became a beloved specialty, and the restaurant continues to preserve this unique method to this day.

• Osaka
• Chinese Food

Nasu Highland, Minamigaoka Dairy

The dairy industry has been thriving in Tochigi Prefecture with its lush greenery and clean air. This farm is located in the Nasu Highland, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Tochigi Prefecture. It is open all year and admission is free.

• Tochigi
• Experiences Facilities

Michi-no-Eki Akita Port Tower Selion

This all-glass tower and stop at Michi-no-Eki Akita Port stands as an iconic symbol of Akita Port. Towering at 143 meters tall, it offers a free observation deck at 100 meters above ground complete with stunning 360-degree panorama.

• Akita
• Observatories

Ago Bay

Ago Bay is known for its complex rias coastline with 60 small and large islands. It is a production area of bluegreen seaweed called Aosa by locals. Kashiko Island, used as a site for Ise-Shima Summit, is connected to the main island by a bridge for better access and there are hotels with marvelous views.

• Mie
• Famous Places

Umihotaru Parking Area

Umihotaru Parking Area is located at the midpoint of the Tokyo Bay Aqua Line, which connects central Tokyo and Chiba Prefecture’s Boso Peninsula. The parking area is built on a 650-meter-long artificial island.

• Chiba
• Stations & Roadside Stations & Tourist Information Centers

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter

This entirely new walk-through attraction lets you experience how the "Harry Potter" and "Fantastic Beasts" films were made. It is the first of its kind in Asia and the largest indoor Harry Potter attraction in the world.

• Nakano, Koenji, Ogikubo, Nerima
• Amusement Parks & Theme parks

DECKS Tokyo Beach

With its open terrace, Odaiba’s shopping center is set up like a ship’s deck. As far as the eye can see, the interior décor reminds visitors of the inside of a ship. Have fun shopping and dining while strolling on the deck and feeling a comfortable sea breeze, just like taking a luxury cruise around Tokyo Bay.

• Tsukiji, Odaiba, Toyosu
• Commercial Buildings