[Oiso Guide Association] "Tokaido Oisojuku" This is ♪ a tour that traces the historical sites of the former Tokaido Oisojuku from west to east You will visit the old sites such as the Tokaido pine tree, Shigitachi-an, which was the first famous place of Oiso in the Edo period, Endai-ji Temple, where the Tora Goseki, which was a famous stone of the Tokaido, is enshrined, the Edomi Annex site depicted in the ukiyo-e prints drawn by Hiroshige, and the former Koryo-ji Temple (now Korai Shrine), which was adjacent to the east of Oiso-juku and was a shuin stamp site. Date: Saturday 2024 (Reiwa 6) February 24 【Meeting time and place】Oiso Station South Square 9:00 [Capacity] 50 people [Participation fee] 500 yen (including insurance and materials) + Shigiri-an entrance fee (110 yen in the town, 310 yen outside the town) 【Application】Apply from the homepage Application Deadline: Tuesday 2024 (Reiwa 6) February 13 [Course] About 4km Oiso Station South Square (9:00) ~ Old Cangnami Pavilion (9:20) ~ Tokaido Pine Tree Row (9:30) ~ Kamikata Mitsuke Ruins ~ Shigiri-an (9:40) ~ Minamigumi Wholesaler Ruins ~ Honjin Ruins (10:20) ~ Endaiji Temple (10:30) ~ Sanno-cho Old Road ~ Edomi Annex Ruins (11:20) ~ Make-up Slope Milestone (11:30) ~ Makeup Well ~ Void Zodo Ruins (11:40) ~ Takarai Shrine (11:50) Dissolution *Precautions: Wear comfortable shoes and clothing

[Hakone Ekiden Museum] The outgoing championship commemorative trophy made of Hakone parquet is on display! The Hakone Ekiden Museum is exhibiting the Tokyo Hakone University Ekiden Race Outbound Trophy on display in the museum's special exhibition space until March 31, 2024 (Sunday), with the cooperation of the outgoing champion school from the 73rd edition of the Hakone Ekiden Race in 1997. At the Hakone Ekiden, which celebrated its 100th anniversary this year, there was a lot of cheering from the roadside on both the outward and return journeys, and the players were impressed by the scene where they ran hard to win the championship. The trophy commemorating the outgoing victory is made of Hakone parquet, a traditional craft of Hakone, and by putting together trees of different colors to create a pattern, no two things can be the same, and it is the only championship cup in the world. Please take a closer look at the precious Hakone parquet trophies won by the three schools that cooperated in this special exhibition, Kanagawa University, Toyo University, and Soka University. Place: Hakone Ekiden Museum (Special Exhibition Space) Period: Until Sunday, March 31, 2024 * The period and contents of the event are subject to change due to circumstances. 【Business hours】Weekdays 10:00~16:30 / Weekends and holidays 9:30~17:00 * Admission is until 30 minutes before closing. 【Admission fee】 Adults 650 yen / Elementary and junior high school students 450 yen (admission fee only) 【Exhibit Contents】 ■ Exhibition of the outgoing championship commemorative trophy since the 73rd tournament in 1997 (11 cups) ・73rd/74th/78th Outbound Champion Kanagawa University ・85th/86th/87th/88th/90th, 94th/95th Outbound Champion Toyo University ・The 97th Outbound Champion Soka University

[We will open a store in Shimokitazawa! ] 】 Atsugi Onsen Township Footbath Experience Event Sunday, February 4, 2024 10 a.m. ~ 5 p.m. Eh, "Atsugi"? Some of you may be surprised, but this time we were approached by the Atsugi Tourism Association, and Isehara will also open a store at the event! Isehara is working on tourism promotion in consultation with wide-area cooperation, and will carry out tourism PR in Atsugi, Hadano, Aikawa, Kiyokawa and Tokyo. The venue is Shimokitazawa. It is famous for its old clothes and soup curry. The central region of the prefecture will gather in one place in the city of young people. There are mountains, hot springs, and delicious food. Please look forward to it ♪

[Let's go around 5 municipalities! ] 】 Gurutto Tanzawa Oyama Miyagase Stamp Rally Thursday, February 1, 2024 ~ Friday, March 15, 2024 Stamp spots: Atsugi City, Aikawa Town, Kiyokawa Village, Hadano City, Isehara City Anyone can participate by downloading the app on their smartphone! You might even meet places you've never been before! If you collect 3 or 5 stamps, you'll ♪ get a fun souvenir ★ How to Participate 1. Download the dedicated app from your smartphone 2. Select the stamp rally participation screen in the app. 3. Collect stamps at one location in each municipality (scan the image) Collect 4, 3 or 5 stamps to get a souvenir! 5. In addition, you can answer the questionnaire and participate in the raffle! ★Freebies ・ 3 stamps... Original Eco Bag ・ 5 stamps... Original Blanket ★ Giveaway Exchange Locations Isehara Station Tourist Information Center, Eki Nakakulin House and 4 other locations For details, please see the official website of Isehara City.

NICE TO MEET EVERYONE WHO WATCHES COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Kawasaki City Tourism Association. We will guide you through the charm of the city that will make you want to visit Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Best regards! ◆◆◆ What is Kawasaki City ◆◆◆ Kawasaki City is located in the northeastern part of Kanagawa Prefecture, between Tokyo and Yokohama, and is a vibrant city with a population of about 1.54 million (as of April 2023 (Reiwa 5)). Since it is adjacent to Tokyo, it has flourished as a transportation hub since ancient times. It has both the aspect of an industrial zone and the aspect of a city where nature and culture coexist. Kawasaki City has a long history, and in the Edo period, it flourished as one of the 53 Tokaido roads. In addition, Kawasaki Daishi (Heiken-ji Temple) has been crowded with worshippers since ancient times, and about 3 million people visit Kawasaki Daishi for the first time alone, and the number of first-time worshippers in 2023 is the third highest in Japan after Meiji Jingu Shrine and Naritasan Shinshoji Temple. Currently, the King Sky Front, which creates new industries based on world-class research, with a focus on the life sciences and environmental fields, is located right in front of Haneda Airport, making it a hub for open innovation. ◆◆◆ Introduction of sightseeing spots in Kawasaki City ◆◆◆ Here are some of the most popular tourist spots in Kawasaki City, albeit briefly. ◇ Tokaido Kawasaki Hostel Exchange Center You can learn about the history of the area at a facility that conveys the atmosphere that flourished as a post town "Kawasaki-juku" on the 53rd line of the Tokaido Highway. ◇Kawasaki Ukiyo-e Gallery It is a museum that exhibits valuable ukiyo-e prints that are highly regarded both in Japan and abroad, directly connected to the north exit of JR Kawasaki Station. ◇ Ikuta Ryokuchi It is the largest urban park in Kawasaki City and is popular as an urban oasis. Admission is free, and many cherry blossom viewers visit as a famous place for cherry blossoms in the spring season. ◇Kawasaki City Fujiko F. Fujio Museum It is a facility where you can experience the world of the works of the national manga artist "Fujiko F. Fujio-sensei" who created "Doraemon". In addition to Japanese, voice guidance is available in four languages: English, Chinese, and Korean, so foreign tourists visiting Japan can enjoy it with confidence. ◇Kawasui Kawasaki Aquarium It is a new sensation entertainment aquarium that opened in front of Kawasaki Station in July 2020. Inside the museum, the beautiful watersides of the world are reproduced, and various creatures are exhibited. ◇ Todoroki Ryokuchi It is a park located almost in the center of Kawasaki City, and it is an urban park with facilities such as Todoroki track and field stadium, the home of Kawasaki Frontale of the J1 soccer team, and tennis courts. ◆◆◆ Kawasaki City Factory Night View ◆◆◆ The night view of the factories on the "Metropolitan Expressway Kanagawa No. 6 Kawasaki Line", "Ogibashi", and "around the Shiohama Canal" in Kawasaki City, which has developed as an industrial zone, creates a fantastic contrast of light and shadow, creating a otherworldly scenery. The factory night view cruise, where you can see the night view of the factory area such as the Keihin Industrial Area from the boat, is also popular, and you can enjoy the scenery that can only be experienced here. ◆◆◆ Events and festivals in Kawasaki City ◆◆◆ ◇Kawasaki Daishi Wind Chime City It is a festival that represents Kawasaki City, which is held every year in July, and is popular as a summer tradition. The cool sound of about 30,000 wind chimes of 900 types gathered from all over the country heals visitors. ◇Kawasaki Sanno Festival It is the largest festivals in the Kawasaki area, held every August at Inage Shrine, and the highlight is the Great Mikoshi Shrine. In addition, the "Ancient Miyaza Ceremony," a ceremony in which dishes using ancient cooking methods are offered to the gods, is designated as a Kanagawa Prefectural Folk Cultural Property. Kawasaki City is a fascinating city full of unique landscapes where history, rich nature, and advanced industrial areas coexist. Please visit this wonderful city and experience it all. The area around Kawasaki Station is constantly being reborn as a new city in a new history, but when you step into the alley, you will see a row of bars full of Showa retro. We also recommend a trip to find your favorite store in Kawasaki City! We will continue to deliver tourist information about Kawasaki City to everyone, so thank you.

【Sakiyoken】 "Selectable Ehomaki Series" is now on sale! For three days on February 1 (Thursday), 2 (Friday), and 3 (Saturday), 2024, Sakiyoken Co., Ltd. will release a limited number of "Kuchifuku Eho-maki" (880 yen including tax) and "Shiumai Eho-maki" (400 yen including tax) as Sakiyoken's unique "Selectable Eho-maki Series". The blessing of 2024 is the east-northeast. Are you orthodox? Or is it a weirdo? Why don't you make a wish with Sakiyoken's selectable Eho-maki? "Kuchifuku Eho-maki" (880 yen including tax) * Sold at room temperature < Contents (Ingredients)> (1) Sea bream soboro (2) Vinegared rice with scallops (3) Rape flowers (4) Crab flavored kamaboko pickled in sweet and vinegar (5) Shredded bamboo shoots (6) Grilled egg (7) Ginger kelp < size> Length: about 18 cm Diameter: about 5 cm "Siumai Ehoman" (400 yen including tax) * Sold at room temperature and frozen We carefully finished each piece so that it "involves good fortune". We recommend that you make a reservation as soon as possible. Mail order and some stores also have a frozen type! < size> Length: about 10 cm Diameter: about 4 cm

【Zushi City】 Marutto Zushi! Stamp rally in front of the station shopping street (notice) "I know the name Zushi, but what kind of city is it?" I've heard a lot of people like this, but in fact, there are a lot of attractive shops! The atmosphere changes drastically in each shopping street, and you can ♪ feel the individuality of each In addition to long-established stores that have been loved for a long time, why don't you ♪ take a tour of the six lively and lively shopping streets of Zushi in search of unique shops that only those in the know know, such as fashionable cafes, general stores, and restaurants and take-out coupons that make you wonder where to eat (1) Date: Friday, January 5, 2024 ~ Wednesday, January 31, 2024 (2) Event name: Marutto Zushi! Stamp rally in front of the station shopping street (3) Venue: 6 shopping streets around JR Zushi Station → (3) Location: 6 shopping streets around JR Zushi Station (Ikeda Street, Nagisa Street, Shin-Zushi Street, Zushi Daishi Street, Yawata Street, Zushi Ginza Street (in no particular order)) (4) Access: JR Zushi Station: Approximately 60 minutes from Tokyo, approximately 30 minutes from Yokohama (5) Contact: Zushi City Tourism Association (6) Phone number: 046-873-1111

【Sakiyoken】 "Colorful Chirashi Bento" is on sale! -Feel the arrival of spring, colorful chirashi sushi- Sakiyoken Co., Ltd. will release "Colorful Chirashi Bento" (1,100 yen including tax) for a limited time from January 15, 2024 (Monday) to April 7, 2024 (Sunday). The main dish is a gorgeous "chirashi sushi" topped with colorful ingredients such as brocade eggs, shrimp, crab loosened meat, and mountain seri, and it is a perfect lunch box for spring with a variety of dishes made with spring-like ingredients such as rape flowers and bamboo shoots, as well as a dessert called "cherry blossom-shaped flower mochi." Why don't you feel the arrival of spring at 9 Sakiyoken's "Colorful Chirashi Bento"? Name: Colorful Chirashi Bento Price: 1,100 yen (tax included) Sales period: From January 15, 2024 (Monday) to April 7, 2024 (Sunday) (planned)

【Isehara Flower Information】 January 22, 2024 Hyuga Yakushi, Ametake Bunko, Plum in the General Sports Park ... It is beginning to bloom. Plum blossoms are beginning to bloom in Isehara City. Perhaps due to the influence of the warm winter, it seems that the flowering is earlier than usual. The scent is good, and you can feel the arrival of spring a little earlier. By the way, wax plum is also a yellow flower that blooms during this season, but this is a member of the Roubai family, and it seems to be a different variety from the plum of the Rosaceae family. In any case, I'm looking forward to seeing it in full bloom.

Mt. Fuji seen from Tateishi Park in Yokosuka City is a work of art itself. I want to see this scenery forever.

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Tama Ward, Kawasaki City will hold the "13th Tama Music Festival" from 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Tama City Hall on the 2nd floor of the Tama City Hall and Restaurant Tama on the 11th floor. The Tama Music Festival is a handmade music festival by residents of Kawasaki City that started in 2011 as part of Kawasaki City's "Kawasaki Music Town" initiative. The purpose of this program is to provide musicians and organizations engaged in musical activities in and around Tama Ward with a place to present their daily achievements, and to create a place for interaction among residents of the ward through a variety of music that transcends genres and attractive projects. Please enjoy the "beginning of music" in 2024 at the "Tama Music Festival", an event that everyone from children to adults can enjoy. "The 13th Tama Music Festival" The Tama Music Festival will hold a total of three live performances and various projects. * One of the three live performances has already been held on Sunday, December 17. Organizers: Tama Music Festival Executive Committee, Tama Ward Office Supported by: "Kawasaki Music City" Promotion Council ■Tama Music Festival ~Premium Concert~ Date & Time: Saturday, January 27, 2024 13:00 Start (Doors open at 12:30 / Scheduled to end at 17:30) Place: Tama City Government Building, 2nd floor, Tama Civic Center Main Hall, 11th floor, Restaurant Tama Admission: Free Application: Not required ■ Tama Music Festival ~Atrium Live~ Date & Time: Wednesday, January 24, 2024 12:00 start (Doors open at 12:30 / Scheduled to end at 13:00) Place: Tama City Government Building, 1st Floor, Atrium Admission: Free Application: Not required Performer: MOGURA/Lily Saxophone Quartet 【 Special Projects 】 ■ Regional coupon planning If you present the pamphlet on the day of the "Tama Music Festival" at a local store, you can receive a special discount! ■ A big chorus project for everyone At the finale to be held on Saturday, January 27 at the Tama Civic Center Main Hall, all the performers and visitors will sing a big chorus. Let's deliver your singing voice to all of Tama City! (Song: SMAP "Only One Flower in the World") ■ 11th floor de rattle lottery project Turn the rattle installed on the 11th floor of the Tama Ward General Government Building and get a chance to win a luxurious prize! ■ Handmade musical instrument planning On Saturday, January 27, 13:00~17:00, you can come to the atrium on the 1st floor of the Tama City Government Building for an easy and fun experience of hand-making musical instruments. * On a first-come, first-served basis on the day. Numbered tickets will be distributed from 12:30.

I was stunned by my husband ♡ when I involuntarily blew on the wind chimes swaying in the wind At Kawasaki Daishi's wind chime market. The pattern of the yukata is also Japan, and the model (me) has a Japan face! (laughs)

There is a spot in Tokyo that is famous for beckoning cats, but Kawasaki is not to be outdone! Kawasaki Daishi also has a lot of beckoning cats! Cats ? full of personality

Summer 2023. Kawasaki Daishi's wind chime market was held for the first time in a long time. It is one that seems to hear the sound of wind chimes.

At Isshiki Coast

[Winter Oyama 2024] Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from January 13 (Sat) ~ 28 (Sun), 2024 ★Runs until 19:00 This year, too, for 6 days only in winter, the Oyama Cable Car will be operated at night. Those who ride after sunset (16 o'clock) can participate in the lottery. The view from the Oyama Amari Shrine was also selected as a two-star Michelin Green Guide Japon. In the clear winter air, the night view is indescribably beautiful and captivating. Please take this opportunity to visit us.

【First Yakushi in Reiwa 6】 Yesterday, the annual Yakushi event "Hatsuyakushi" was held, and it was crowded with many pilgrims. Around 12 o'clock, there was a line of cars in the parking lot of the Hyuga Yakushi bus stop and the Yakushi Forest Road, and it was difficult to pass each other. After turning back, I was finally parked in the parking lot of Bochu and walked from the mountain gate to the main hall. An elderly man who came down said, "You're afraid to come, I don't have porridge anymore," and I stopped in my tracks. But a picture is worth a thousand words. We had just started the climb, so we hurried ahead. When I went up to the main hall, I found that the porridge oven was still being cleaned, and unfortunately I couldn't have it this year. However, even after the distribution of porridge was over, there were constant pilgrims, and it was Hyuga Yakushi who was celebrating a lively New Year's holiday.

Aishu Koide Seven Lucky Gods Original Colored Paper Mount on sale! The Aishu Koide Seven Lucky Gods Stamp Rally will be held on January 4 (Thursday) ~ 31 (Wednesday), 2024. This time, in addition to the pink mount that is distributed free of charge, we will sell an original colored paper mount with the name of the temple where the Seven Lucky Gods are enshrined. If you collect 7 stamps, you will want to decorate your room...! At the beginning of the ninth year, why don't you invite good fortune in the new year by visiting the Seven Lucky Gods with a colored paper mount in one hand? 9 [Sales location] (1) Chigasaki City Tourist Information Center (in the free passage of JR Chigasaki Station) Business hours: 10 a.m. ~ 7 p.m. Closed: Year-end and New Year holidays (December 29th ~ January 3rd) (2) Chigasaki City Tourism Association (1-2-53 Chigasaki, Chigasaki-shi, Toyoko Inn Shonan Chigasaki Station North Exit 1F) Business hours: 8:30 a.m. ~ 5 p.m. Closed: Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, year-end and New Year holidays (December 29th ~ January 3rd) [Selling price] 500 yen (tax included) [Number of tickets sold] Limited to 200 tickets Contact: Chigasaki City Tourism Association TEL: 0467-84-0377 (Weekdays 8:30 a.m. ~ 5 p.m. except 12/29~1/3)

【Hadano Ukiyo-e Gallery】 Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter The Tale of Genji Picture Scroll of the Four Seasons The gallery will hold an exhibition project "Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter: The Tale of Genji Picture Scroll in the Four Seasons" from January 20 (Sat) ~ March 10 (Sun) in the 6th year of Reiwa. ◆Opening hours: 9:00~19:00 (until 17:00 on Tuesdays and holidays) ◆ Closed: Monday (the next day if it is a holiday), January 26 (Friday), February 16 (Friday) ◆Venue: Hadano Ukiyo-e Gallery (Hadano City Library, 2nd floor) ◆ Admission fee: Free ◆ Contact: Hadano City Cultural Promotion Division 0463 (86) 6309 ◆Organizer: Hadano City

[We are looking for Shonan Hiratsuka weaving princess! ] 】 9We are looking for "Shonan Hiratsuka Weaving Princess" to promote the charm of Hiratsuka! 9 13 Would you like to be a weaver too? The application period is until Monday, January 15, Reiwa 6. Entry takes about 5 minutes, so it's easy! For details, check out the official website of the Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival! We are looking forward to receiving many applications. 〇Inquiries Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival Executive Committee Secretariat [Hiratsuka City Industrial Promotion Department, Commercial Tourism Division, 0463-35-8107]

【Isehara Visit】2024.1.4 The Isehara City Tourism Association has started today. Once again, thank you for your continued support this year. I immediately paid my respects to the Sannomiya Hinata Shrine and the Isehara Daijingu Shrine, and prayed for the further promotion of tourism this year. In addition, I would like to express my heartfelt sympathy to those affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake in the 6th year of Reiwa, and pray for a speedy recovery. *Lots of events in 2024* ♦January 8 (Mon) Hyuga Yakushi's first yakushi. Porridge behavior is scheduled. ♦Saturday, January 6 Curlin Cafe opened ♪ It's the debut of Kururin yaki at Hinata Marche! ♦Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from Saturday, January 13 to Sunday, January 28 You can enjoy the winter night view with the Oyama Cable Night View Service. ♦Saturday, February 3 Setsubun Festival. It will be held at Oyama Amari Shrine, Sannomiya Hinata Shrine, and Isehara Daijingu Shrine. ♦February 4 (Sun) In the Shimokitazawa Road Street Footbath Campaign, Isehara is also scheduled to open a store at the Atsugi event. ♦February 10 (Sat) ~ 12 (Mon) PR campaign & store opening at Japan Heritage Event in Yurakucho ♦February 14 (Wed.), 15 (Thu.) We will sell Isehara souvenirs in the lobby of Isehara City Hall. ♦March 10 (Sun) The 39th annual Mt. Oyama Mountaineering Marathon is coming up. ♦From Thursday, March 14 We are planning to exhibit the works of the students of the pottery class at the Nakakulin House Showcase at the station. Please look forward to various events this year as well!

Nice to meet you! This is the Yamato City Event and Tourism Association in Kanagawa Prefecture. Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture is located in the center of Kanagawa Prefecture and has a population of 243,412 (as of December 2023). It is an area designated as a "special city" with a population of 200,000 or more. In this first post, we will introduce various sightseeing spots and event information in Yamato City, as well as other attractions unique to Yamato City! ■■ Tourist information of Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture ■■ ◇ Izumi no Mori It is a vast park with an open area of about 42 hectares (about 9 times the size of Tokyo Dome) that spreads around the Yamato water source. Due to the trust movement to conserve nature in Kanagawa Prefecture, it has been designated as a "Kanagawa Trust Green Area", and the rich nature in the park is preserved. In the park, there is a wetland botanical garden, a local folk house garden, a petting campsite (day campsite), a nature observation center, Shirakashi no Ie, and more! It is also possible to rent cooking and barbecue supplies necessary for the day camp free of charge at the Fureai campsite. ◇Johoji Temple It is a temple that is close to Izumi no Mori and is also one of the Kannon Sacred Grounds and Sagamihara Sacred Grounds centered on Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture in the Minami-Tama district of Tokyo ~ Kanagawa Prefecture. In the quiet and peaceful atmosphere of the precincts, you can enjoy the cherry blossoms in full bloom in spring and the autumn leaves in autumn. ◇ Fureai no Mori Located at opposite ends of the Izumi Forest and the Tomei Expressway, Fureai no Mori is a forest with the theme of water, greenery, and flowers. In the park, there are plenty of places where you can enjoy the four seasons, such as an herb garden, a rose garden, an orchard (Higashikari green area), and a petting plaza! ◇Kakurinji Temple Founded in 1569 (Sengoku period), it is a temple of the Pure Land sect. The large precincts that spread out at the end of the stone steps are one of the attractions. In addition, seasonal nature such as cherry blossoms and azaleas is also a highlight. Every year in January, the "Daruma Market" is held. ◇Atsugi Air Base Atsugi Naval Air Station (Atsugi Air Base) is a military airfield of about 507 square meters, straddling the cities of Yamato and Ayase in Kanagawa Prefecture. Every year in April, the U.S.-Japan Friendship Spring Festival is held, where the base is open to the public, and you can enjoy powerful aircraft displays, American food, and live concerts. ◇ Yamato Yutori Forest It is a sports and recreational park that is popular with the locals. The park is divided into a "picnic area" with recreational facilities, a "scenic area" with a lawn and lush greenery, and a "light sports plaza" area with tennis courts. A barbecue area is located near the tennis courts, where guests can enjoy a barbecue. (*Reservation required) The "Naughty Plaza" in the picnic area has large complex playground equipment for different ages and is very popular with children! ◇Yamato City Cultural Creation Base Sirius Born on November 3, 2016 in the east area of Yamato Station, this is a new cultural spot! It is a facility that combines various attractions such as an arts and culture hall, a well-equipped children's reading room, a music practice studio, and a local resource corner with exhibitions. ■■ Event information in Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture ■■ ◇Yamato Citizen Festival Held in May every year, it is a popular festival visited by many people from inside and outside the city. There will also be a stage program and participatory and hands-on events, and there will be plenty of highlights! There will be about 200 different stalls lined up in the venue, and a parade will be held for about 1.2 km. In 2023, it was held for the first time in four years, and about 90,000 people visited over two days. ◇ Kanagawa Yamato Awa Odori Kanagawa Yamato Awa Odori, one of the three major Awa Odori dances in the Kanto region, began more than 40 years ago as an event in a local shopping district. Awa Odori groups (local associations) from all over the country gather to perform over two days, each dressed in colorful costumes, and the sight is spectacular! It has become a summer tradition in Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture, and in 2023, about 300,000 people visited the two-day event on July 29 and 30. On the official website of the Yamato City Event and Tourism Association, the "Yamato Guide Map" is available. Please check it out! (If you would like a printed guide map, please visit the Yamato City Event and Tourism Association, which is located on the 2nd floor of the Yamato City Cultural Creation Base Sirius.) ） We will continue to deliver the charm of Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture, where nature and history coexist! We would appreciate it if you could use it as a reference for sightseeing. Thank you for your continued support.

Nice to meet you! This is the Isehara City Tourism Association. Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture is located in the center of Kanagawa Prefecture and has a population of 101,495 (as of December 2023 (Reiwa 5)). Approximately 1/3 of the total area is occupied by mountain forests and wilderness, making it an area rich in nature. In addition, it is about 60 minutes from Shinjuku Station on the Odakyu Odawara Line (Rapid Express / Express), which is easy to access! In this first post, we will introduce Isehara City, focusing on sightseeing spots in Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture! ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ Sightseeing spot information in Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ■ Oyama / Oyama Cable Car / Oyama Temple / Oyama Afuri Shrine Located in a corner of Tanzawa Oyama Quasi-National Park, Mt. Oyama at an altitude of 1251.7 meters is one of the most popular climbing spots in the Kanto region! In 2016, it was also recognized as a "Japan Heritage". From the top, you can also see the Sagami Plain and the skyscrapers of Tokyo in the distance, and it has been selected as one of the "50 Scenic Spots in Kanagawa". ・Oyama Cable Car The Oyama Cable Line, commonly known as the Oyama Cable Car, is a cable car with a total length of 0.8 km. You can easily access the summit of Mt. Oyama while enjoying the nature of Mt. Oyama through the large windows. ・Oyama Temple It is a temple located on the side of a large mountain, also known as Mt. Aburi. In autumn, when the maples lining both sides of the stone steps leading to the main hall change color, it is also famous as a scenic spot for autumn leaves. The "Momiji Festival" is also held, and it is crowded with many people. There are four types of shuin stamps, and a special edition with powerful gold letters is also available. [Access: Get off at Oyama Temple Station on the Oyama Cable Car and walk for about 3 minutes] ・Oyama Afuri Shrine This shrine was founded more than 2,200 years ago and enshrines the three gods of Oyama Sho Ōkami, Ōikazuchi Kami, and Takaokami. The head office (main shrine) is located at the top of Mt. Oyama, and the lower office is located in the middle. The view you can see when you get off the Oyama Cable Car Afuri Shrine Station, which has been awarded 2 stars in the "Michelin Green Guide Japon", is a must-see! [Access: Get off at Oyama Cable Car "Afuri Shrine Station"] ■Hinata Yakushi The official name "Hinatasan Hojobo" is one of the three yakushi in Japan, whose main shrine is the statue of Yakushi Nyorai. Until the end of the Edo period, it was called "Hinatasan Ryozenji" and was a base for Hyuga Shugen, where monks piled up penance in the spiritual land. Every year in mid-September, red spider liliies bloom around Hyuga Yakushi and many people visit. Hyuga Yakushi is full of highlights, including the statue of a Kongo sumo wrestler on the approach! At the Treasure Hall, a facility built to house cultural properties, it is possible to see 23 historic Buddha statues, 8 designated by the government and 2 designated by the prefecture. In addition, the main hall "Yakushido", which features a thatched roof, is also designated as a nationally designated important cultural property. ■ Isehara Tower Mountain Ryokuchi Park In the vast park, which covers a total of about 13 hectares of parks and civic green spaces, there are promenades and lawn squares, where you can enjoy a relaxing time while being healed by nature. The promenade is well maintained, so even small children can enjoy hiking with peace of mind. ■ Sangakuen It is a tangerine orchard with a cultivation area of 1 ha and about 900 tangerine trees! The tangerine picking season runs from mid-September to February. From mid-September, you can enjoy very early mandarin oranges such as Hinanohime and Nichinan No. 1, and from early October, you can enjoy picking varieties of mandarin oranges such as Miyagawa Hayao and Taguchi Hayao. In addition, from spring to summer, you can experience barbecue and vegetable harvesting! Since Sangakuen is located on the side of a mountain, you can enjoy the scenery of Sagami Bay, Enoshima, and the Boso Peninsula on a sunny day. ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ Event information in Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ In Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture, various events are held throughout the year. ■Setsubun Festival Celebrities are invited and held at Oyama Afuri Shrine, Sannomiya Hibita Shrine, Isehara Daijingu Shrine, etc. [Period: The day before Risshun] ■Annual Spring Festival (Hibita Shrine) Hibita Shrine has been a famous power spot since the Jomon period! At the annual festival held in spring, three colorful and vivid Karakuri festival floats go around the town. One of the attractions is the traditional performing arts village Kagura held in the temple grounds! There are also 200 stalls unique to the festivals. (At the time of 2023) [Date: Usually held in April] ■Oyama Illustrated Lantern Festival It is a fantastic festival where handmade Illustrated lanterns line up along the Oyama Shindo (bypass) and illuminate the road at night. The Illustrated Lantern designs include motifs based on Nishiki-e paintings from the Edo period, as well as paintings of popular characters. Events such as stamp rallies will also be held during the period. [Period: Mid to late August every year] ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ Accommodation information for Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ Isehara City is dotted with inns, shukubo, and hotels nestled in the quiet mountains. At each accommodation, you can taste dishes made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, or just use them for meals. Accommodation information is also introduced on the official website of the Isehara City Tourism Association, so please refer to it! Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture is rich in attractions, such as the powerful nature of Mt. Oyama, historical landmarks, and shrines and temples with a mysterious atmosphere. We will continue to disseminate the charm of Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture on this account. Thank you in advance!

In Kanagawa Prefecture, the "Kanagawa Railway Discount" has been launched to offer discounts on planned railway tickets in order to attract many tourists from inside and outside the prefecture and enjoy sightseeing around the prefecture. Save up to 30%! Please take advantage of the discount campaign "Kanagawa Railway Discount" for special planning tickets and enjoy Kanagawa Prefecture to the fullest! [How to use] Please register as a member from the web page of each railway operator and purchase a special ticket. On the day of the trip, please present your special plan ticket at the station or stopping facility and enjoy your trip. * Depending on the railway operator, the discount target for special tickets, the amount of discounts, and the method of use differ. For details, please check the website of each railway operator.

[Izu-Hakone Railway Co., Ltd., Izu-Hakone Bus Co., Ltd.] Let's go to Mt. Daxiong's first pilgrimage by train and bus! Izu-Hakone Railway Co., Ltd. and Izu-Hakone Bus Co., Ltd. will operate a "Hatsu-Hakone Temporary Train and Route Bus" from midnight on New Year's Eve to New Year's Day to improve the convenience of those who go to the 2024 Mt. Saijoji Temple for the first time. The temple is known as a sacred place with a history of 600 years since its founding, and many people come to visit for the first time on the third day of the new year. The Daeongsan Line was opened in 1925 for the purpose of transporting people who came to visit the temple, and it serves as a foot for those who come to worship by train and bus. About the operation of "Hatsuyo Temporary Train (Odawara Station ~ Taioyama Station")] ●Date and time: December 31, 2023 (Sunday) 23:35 ~ January 1, 2024 (Monday) 5:45 ● Hour table: The departure times of each station are as follows 　　　　　　The whitewashed part (train number 501~519 down, 500~518 up is the time of the special train) ） ●Transportation: Odawara Station ~ Daiosan Station Adults 280 yen Children 140 yen About the operation of the "First Pilgrimage All-Night Route Bus (Daxiongsan Station ~ Dōryōson")] ●Date and time: December 31, 2023 (Sunday) 22:30 ~ January 1, 2024 (Monday) 16:40 ● Timetable: Anytime - Time required: about 10 minutes ● Boarding and alighting location: Temporary bus stop in front of Daesung Mountain Station 　　　　　 It is different from the usual bus stop for Doryoson. ● Transportation: Bus: Daeongsan Station ~ Doryoson Adults 300 yen Children 150 yen ●Note: For 3 days from January 1st ~ 3rd, additional flights will be operated during daytime hours. 【Inquiry】Izu-Hakone Railway Taiosan Line, Odawara Station 　　　　　　TEL. 0465（22）9173 　　　　　Izu-Hakone Bus ・ Odawara Office 　　　　　　TEL. 0465（34）0333

The Zushi City Tourism Association in Kanagawa Prefecture posted their first post on Cool Japan Video! Zushi City is a popular tourist spot where you can easily enjoy marine sports and is easily accessible from Tokyo in about 1 hour. For the latest information on Zushi City, please get it on Cool Japan Video. Please follow us!

【Sagamihara City】 We are looking for "The 18th Sagamihara City Tourism Goodwill Ambassador"! Sagamihara City is a city where rich nature and urban charm are in good harmony, and there are many diverse and attractive sightseeing spots. In recent years, as an SDGs Future City, we have been working on various ingenuities to revitalize the region and solve local issues, and promote sustainable urban development. We are looking for the 18th Sagamihara City Tourism Goodwill Ambassador who will cheerfully promote the charm of Sagamihara City through tourism events, campaigns, media, SNS, etc.! Please become a tourism goodwill ambassador and promote Sagamihara City! We look forward to receiving many applications!

【Ninomiya Town】 The 20th Azuma Wild Vegetable Flower Watching At the summit of Mt. Azuma, 60,000 early-blooming rape flowers are in full bloom from late December. You can see the panoramic Tanzawa, the mountains of Hakone, Sagami Bay, the Izu Peninsula, and when the weather is favorable, the beautiful white Mt. Fuji spreads out in front of you. At this time of the new year, please take a look at the beautiful scenery that will remain in your heart in yellow, light blue, and white. During the period, events such as stamp rallies and receipt rallies, hiking from the station, and sales of local products are held on weekends. A 5-minute walk from Ninomiya Station to the entrance and a 20-minute walk from the entrance to the summit! You can easily enjoy ♪ hiking We look forward to seeing you there. 【Period】January 13 (Sat) ~ February 18 (Sun) in Reiwa 6 Place: Azumayama Park 【Opening Hours】8:30~17:00 【Organizer】Ninomiya Town Tourism Association 【Co-organizer】Ninomiya Town 【Support】Kanagawa Prefecture, Kanagawa Prefecture Tourism Association 【Contact】Ninomiya Town Tourism Association 0463-73-1208 (9:00~17:00)