A popular spot. Great for taking your time to look around and browse.
Asakusa Nakamise Shopping Street (Main Approach to Asakusa Temple) | Review by Allenmia Uni
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Mt. Takao Sumika
Nestled in at the Takao-san Station of the Takao Cable Car, Mt. Takao Sumika is a well-frequented stop for everything from soba and café bites to souvenirs and more. The must-shop item here is "Tenguyaki" a regional treat shaped like the face of a crow tengu. Bite into this crisp, fragrant delight for scrumptious filling of subtly sweet red bean paste made from black soybeans. You won’t want to miss snagging a bite, especially when fresh from the oven!
A mountain trail with beautiful scenery. Great soba. The hot springs at the foot of the mountain were really relaxing.
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Jindaiji Daruma Doll Fair
Founded in 733, Jindaiji Temple in Chofu City is one of the oldest temples in the Kanto region. It houses the oldest National Treasure Buddha statue in eastern Japan, the Shaka Nyorai. Every March, the temple hosts the Jindaiji Daruma Fair, a traditional event that has continued since the mid-Edo period. It is also known as one of the three major Daruma fairs in Japan. The event takes place on March 3rd and 4th, when red and white plum blossoms decorate the temple gate. Among the temple’s annual events, the Yakuyoke Gansan Daishi Festival is the largest, held to ward off bad luck.
A comfortable atmosphere—this old temple in Tokyo rivals Asakusa. Worth a visit, and be sure to try some local snacks.
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