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Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine

Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine is a historic shrine that is said to have been built around 1500 years ago. The main shrine features elaborate engravings, and it has been designated as a National Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property.

• Saitama
• Shrines & Temples

Taito Ward Sumida Park

This park in Taito Ward extends along the western bank of the Sumida River. On the other hand, the park that extends along the eastern bank is the Sumida Ward Sumida Park. In this park, which boasts a site of over 10 hectares, many cherry trees are planted centered around the "Sakura Square".

• Asakusa, Tokyo Skytree
• Parks & Gardens

Grapestone “Tokyo Banana Mitsuketa (found)”

“Tokyo Banana” was created in 1991 and has become a major souvenir from Tokyo. The fluffy sponge cake has a filling of pureed banana custard cream.

• Tokyo
• Snacks

Universal Studios Japan

Universal Studios Japan, nicknamed “USJ”, is a large-scale theme park with entertainment for everyone, both children and adults alike. The park is separated into different areas, each with a different theme from popular titles across the world.

• Osaka Port, Bay Area
• Amusement Parks & Theme parks

Nakamura Tokichi Honten, Uji Main Store

Founded in 1854, the first year of the Ansei era, this tea specialty store is located in Uji, a region nationally renowned for its high-quality Japanese tea.

• Uji, Joyo, Yawata
• Cafés

Kamigamo Shrine

In ancient times, Kamowakeikazuchi-no-okami, the god of the shrine, descended to the mountain northwest of the main shrine, and the Kamo clan, a powerful local family, built a shrine building in 678, and it is the oldest shrine in Kyoto.

• Kinkakuji, Kamigamo
• Shrines & Temples

Heian Jingu Shrine

Established in 1895 to commemorate the 1100th anniversary of the transfer of the capital to Heian-kyo, this shrine is relatively new. The buildings emulate the central government office, the "Chodo-in," where significant ceremonies took place during the Heian period. Once you step into the precincts, adorned with these vermilion structures, you feel as though you've time-traveled back to the Heian era.

• Okazaki, Ginkakuji, Ohara
• Shrines & Temples

Osaka Tenmangu Shrine

This shrine is dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, known as the god of learning. The shrine has been known as "Tenjin-san of Tenma" by the people of Osaka since ancient times, and since its establishment in 949, people have entrusted it with all kinds of wishes, including those for plague, learning, and entertainment. During the exam season, the shrine is crowded with students preparing for exams.

• Umeda, Osaka Station, Nakanoshima Area (Kita)
• Shrines & Temples

Tokyo Daijingu Shrine

Tokyo Daijingu was founded as a sister shrine in Tokyo to Ise Jingu Shrine, and it’s also known as “Tokyo’s Ise.” It was the location of the first public “shinzen kekkonshiki,” a wedding held at a Shinto shrine, and as such it has become a popular stop for women looking for marriage.

• Kudanshita, Tokyo Dome
• Shrines & Temples

Fuji TV Headquarters Building

With the futuristic impression of its silver sphere, the Fuji Television Headquarters, designed by architect Kenzo Tange, is a landmark of Odaiba. There is also a floor offering tours of the TV station.

• Tsukiji, Odaiba, Toyosu
• Museums