Since it’s known as an impregnable castle, it feels like it could bring you some good luck.
There are also places to eat, so you can take a break while looking out at the castle.
Odawara Castle | Review by HACHI Taro
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Oishi Park
Located on the shore of Lake Kawaguchi in the Oishi district of Yamanashi Prefecture, this scenic spot offers panoramic views of Mount Fuji across the lake. The park, with its photogenic landscapes, attracts many tourists.
I walked along the 350-meter-long Flower Road promenade. It's famous for its lavender in early summer, but with such a wide variety of flowers planted, it's enjoyable in any season.
I recommend the second floor of the Kawaguchiko Natural Living Center, where you can get a panoramic view of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi. -
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Aomori Nebuta Festival
The Aomori Nebuta Festival is held in central Aomori City between August 2 and 7 every year and attracts as many as 1 million visitors every year. With records dating back to the late Edo period (around 1842), this historic festival is one of the Three Great Festivals of Tohoku and is designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan.
I went to the Aomori Nebuta Festival, one of the Three Great Festivals of Tohoku. The powerful nebuta floats, the sound of the drums, and the crowd's chants all came together to make it very moving.
However, convenience stores and other businesses had stopped allowing people to use their restrooms, so I had a hard time finding one. If you're planning to go, I recommend checking the festival flyer and locating nearby restrooms in advance. -
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Hottarakashi Onsen ( Hot spring )
A popular natural hot spring with a superb view from the top of the mountain at the altitude of 700m. Opened in 1999, "Kocchi-no-yu (this bath)" is a hot spring with a simple and calm atmosphere and is popular among the local people. Within this place, there are indoor and outdoor baths, and you are able to enjoy a superb view of Mt. Fuji and the Kofu Basin while soaking in the hot springs.
I was able to relax in the hot spring while enjoying the beautiful views of Mt. Fuji and the Kofu Basin. The water wasn't too hot, so I could soak longer than usual. Cash is required for the admission fee and lockers. Food is also available.
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