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Tokyo Chofu City Tourist Association
Mar. 11, 2025
Nice to meet you all! This is the Chofu City Tourism Association Secretariat. Chofu City is located in the southeastern part of the Tama district, almost in the center of Tokyo, Located in 15 kilometers from the Shinjuku Vice Central Tokyo. It is a city full of charm where you can enjoy "movies", "Jindaiji Temple", "Ge no Kitaro", "fireworks", "Tama River", etc., where the charm of nature and the city are fused. ==Introduction to Chofu City== ■Jindaiji Temple The Jindaiji Temple area, blessed with abundant greenery and spring water, is loved as a place of relaxation. Jindaiji Temple is known as one of the one-of-the-best ancient temples in the Kanto region, and its Minamoto is said to have been founded by Manku Shoujin in the Nara period. Precious temple treasures such as the bronze Buddha Statue of Buddha (late Asuka period), which was designated as a national treasure in the 2017 (Heisei 29), are enshrinement. In front of the gate, there are tea houses where Worshippers can relax, and Specialties Jindaiji Temple Soba noodle stores. ■The city where Water Manga was born Chofu City is the "city where Water manga was born" where Shigeru Water, an honorary citizen of Chofu City, the creator of "Ge no Kitaro", lived for more than 50 years. Shigeru Water is loved and affectionately received by many citizens, so he was awarded the title of honorary citizen in 2008 (Heisei 20). You can meet Kitaro and his friends in various places in the city. ■ The City of Movies During the heyday of Japan films in the 1955 (Showa 30) era, in addition to Daiei and Nikkatsu, Chofu Film Studios Co., Ltd. (now around Tama River 2-chome), an independent production company, produced movies at three locations, and Chofu was likened to "Hollywood of the East." The film industry flourished in Chofu because of the Nature environment, which is suitable for both period and contemporary dramas, and because of the abundance of clean water, which is indispensable for film development. Chofu City, where about 40 film and video companies are still concentrated, has grown as a "movie town" and is used as a location for many movies and dramas. ■Chofu fireworks Chofu fireworks held in on the Tama River. In fact, it has a long history, and the first time it was held in was in Showa 8. After that, the history of the Chofu City Fireworks Festival began in Showa 57. Approximately 10,000 fireworks that are launched non-stop color the night sky of Chofu and are popular as Chofu Specialties Fun will Broadcast Tourist Information on Chofu City at COOL JAPAN VIDEOS!
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  • Chofu
  • Shundaishi Temple
  • GeGeGe no Kitaro
  • Fireworks
  • Tokyo
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  • Movie/drama location
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  • Nature
  • History
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Taiki Tourism Association
Oct. 8, 2024
【Notice of "Hokkaido International Film Festival + Taiki" Held in 】 For three days from October 18 (Fri) to 20 (Sun), "Hokkaido International Film Festival + Taiki" will be Held in at the Taiki Town Lifelong Learning Center. Works related to Hokkaido and Tokachi, as well as works unique to the space town of Taiki Town, will be screened 🚀 At 1,000 yen per film (excluding opening and closing screenings), you can enjoy movies at a much lower price than watching them at a movie theater. In addition, Appreciation is free for 🎞️ high school students and younger In addition, the directors and performers of each film will be coming as guests, so you may be able to hear the story behind the scenes! The films scheduled to be screened include Why I Went to Space, Talking Photo Studio, Shinnemuro Pro Wrestling Story, Hello Mother, Space Nancha Rakotetsuku, a lot of, and more! In addition, the International Feature Film Competition will be judged! Not only movie lovers, but also those who don't usually have the opportunity to watch movies, please come and see a movie in Taiki Town! Tickets are on sale at Roadside Station Cosmall Taiki, the Planning and Commerce Section on the 2nd floor of Taiki Town Town hall, and online! For details, please search for "Hokkaido International Film Festival"!
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  • Taikicho, Hokkaido Prefecture
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Atami Tourism Association
Feb. 13, 2024
Atami Station Shopping Street Nakamise, Peace Street In front of Atami Station, there are two shopping streets, "Peace Street" and "Nakamise", and there are also long-established stores that have been in business for 60 or 70 years. Unlike shopping malls, there are small and unique shops where you can experience shopping that is unique to Japan. Restaurants, cafes, sushi restaurants, Dried fish shops, as well as Souvenirs shops with a variety of souvenirs from the Izu Peninsula! There are also various goods of the official character "Atsuo" of the Atami Onsen Hotel Ryokan Cooperative. It is also recommended to take a walk while snacking on hot spring buns. Start your trip or go shopping here on the way back. Address: 〒413-0011 Tawaramotocho, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture in front of JR Atami Station
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  • atami station
  • Atami shopping street
  • Shopping street
  • Souvenir confectionery, confectionery
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  • Character
  • Local mascot
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  • Sweets/Dessert
  • Seafood Bowl
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Atami Tourism Association
Feb. 13, 2024
Atami Sun Beach The blue sea, the white sand beaches, the hotel county, the palm tree-lined streets, the beach has an atmosphere similar to that of a foreign luxury resort. In summer, it is a popular place for families and couples as a swimming beach, as well as a place where you can walk on the sand and frolic in the waves. In the early morning, you can see the beautiful scenery of the sunrise from the horizon dyeing the beach and the city, and at night, you can enjoy a fantastic view with the illumination of Japan's first beach by world-renowned lighting designer Mikiko Ishii. Use by many people as a beach in the summer, the very popular "Sun Beach Water Park" is also thriving. It is often used as a location for the drama "Spark", TV shows, photo books, etc. Address: 〒413-0012 Shizuoka Prefecture Atami City Higashikaigan Town Phone number: 0557-86-6218 Atami City Parks and Green Space Division Access: About 20 minutes on foot from JR Atami Station / About 5 minutes by bus from JR Atami Station bound for Atami Port and Momijigaoka→ Get off at Sun Beach → about 3 minutes on foot Business hours/Swimming hours during the opening period 9:00~16:00  Light up every night sunset ~ 22:00 Fireworks off time Parking lot: 250 cars in the adjacent Municipal East Parking Lot Municipal P parking fee: 110 yen for 30 minutes * Since it is a non-smoking beach, please smoke in the designated area
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  • Atami Sun Beach
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  • Instagrammable
  • Sunrise
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  • Atami
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  • Great view
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