On a chilly spring day, the sight of enjoying marine sports with Mt. Fuji in view is very exciting. I think I'm going to try SUP this year.

【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

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NICE TO MEET EVERYONE WHO WATCHES COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Zushi Tourism Association. Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture is located in the southeast of Kanagawa Prefecture and is bordered by Yokohama City, Kamakura City, Hayama Town, Yokosuka City, and Sagami Bay. It takes about 1 hour by train or car from Tokyo and has good access, making it a recommended area for day trips. In this first post, we will introduce various sightseeing spots and event information that cannot be missed when sightseeing in Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture! [Popular sightseeing spot information in Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture] ■Hiroyama Park Located at the top of Mt. Hiro, it is a popular viewing spot. When the weather is good, you can see Mt. Fuji from the observatory in the park, and it has been selected as one of the "50 Scenic Spots in Kanagawa", "50 Parks in Kanagawa", and "100 Views of Fujimi in the Kanto Region". ■Malibu Farm Zushi Marina It is a resort facility with a yacht harbor, hotel, restaurant and café, event space, condominiums, chapel and tennis courts. There is also a restaurant where you can enjoy the sea and a café terrace where your dog is OK! It is also used for filming TV dramas and movies, and you can enjoy the outstanding location. ■SHOPPING PLAZA HAYAMA STATION Hayama Station, which opened in September 2016, has about 26 stores, including antenna shops and fresh foods in the Zushi and Hayama areas. (As of December 2023) Local gourmet food and local vegetables are enriched! It is recommended for purchasing souvenirs and as a base for sightseeing. ■Zushi Coast It is a tourist attraction that represents Zushi City! YOU CAN ENJOY VARIOUS MARINE SPORTS SUCH AS WINDSURFING AND SUP. In addition, the scenery of the sunset on the Zushi Coast won the "Miura Peninsula Sunset Grand Prix No. 1", and it is also attracting attention as a scenic spot. The area around Zushi City is also a great area for driving. In particular, the coastal route from Zushi to Hayama allows you to enjoy the beautiful coastline and blue sea, and you can enjoy the feeling of refreshment. The official website of the "Zushi City and Zushi Tourism Association" also publishes Zushi City tourism model plans (model courses)! We would appreciate it if you could refer to it. [Event information in Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture] ■Zushi Coast Fireworks Festival Fireworks launched from boats floating in Zushi Bay to the Zushi Coast area brightly color the night sky in early summer. About 7,000 fireworks set off in time with the music are spectacular! (Contents at the time of the 2023 event) ■Zushi Kaigan Film Festival This film festival started in 2010 with the theme of "Play with the Earth". The Zushi Kaigan Film Festival, which is celebrating its 12th anniversary in 2023, is usually held during Golden Week and is visited by many people. The film will be screened after sunset on a large screen set up on the beach of Zushi Beach. You can enjoy a movie in the best location! At the venue, there will be a food court, a seaside merry-go-round, and daily events. (Contents at the time of the 2023 event) [Workation information in Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture] In recent years, the number of users has been increasing as a way to spend vacations while teleworking at resorts and hotels, and "workation" (a coined word that combines "work" and "vacation"). In Zushi City, there are many workspaces such as cafes, co-working spaces, and accommodation and recreational facilities. In addition, there are plenty of activities that you can experience in between work! In addition to marine sports such as SUP, you can also experience incense making, ukulele classes, yoga, and more. On the official website of the Zushi City and Zushi Tourism Association, you can also search the workspace of Zushi. We will continue to deliver information on the charms of Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture, as well as sightseeing and events. Thank you in advance!

Nice to meet you COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Kanagawa Prefecture Tourism Association. In the future, this account will send out information about Kanagawa Prefecture, where various attractions are spreading, so thank you. Kanagawa Prefecture can be broadly divided into the following areas. ◎ Eastern Hills (Tama Hills, Miura Peninsula) ◎ Central Lowland (Sagami Plain) ◎ Western Mountains (Tanzawa, Hakone Volcano) Kanagawa Prefecture, where beautiful nature and historical sights coexist, is truly a treasure trove of sightseeing. The ancient capital of Kamakura, the shores of Shonan, the hot spring resorts of Hakone, the great nature of Tanzawa and Oyama, and the cosmopolitan city of Yokohama. Kanagawa Prefecture has various attractions that fascinate the hearts of visitors. This time, we will introduce such Kanagawa prefecture and sightseeing spots! ■Yokohama City [Eastern Kanagawa] Yokohama City, the capital of Kanagawa Prefecture, is located in the eastern part of Kanagawa and is a place where you can enjoy diverse cultures, leisure activities, and delicious food. There are many sightseeing spots that you can enjoy on a day trip, such as "Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse", "Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise", and "Minato Mirai". "Yokohama Chinatown" is famous as a paradise for Chinese cuisine. In addition, there are many Chinese general stores, so it is recommended for shopping! ■Miura Peninsula The Miura Peninsula is a great tourist attraction with a variety of activities such as aquariums, beautiful beaches, and historic temples. It has beautiful natural scenery and rich history. You can also taste delicious local gourmet foods such as seafood. ■Yokosuka City [Northern Miura Peninsula] Yokosuka City is also famous as a historical base for the Japanese Navy. There are also sightseeing spots where you can feel its history. It has also been used as a stage for anime and games, and has held exhibitions and events so far. The Windsurfing World Cup is also scheduled to be held in Tsukuihama, and sports events are actively held. From Mikasa Terminal, you can also visit Sarushima, the largest uninhabited island in Tokyo Bay. The Yokosuka Navy curry is popular as a local gourmet. ■Misaki Port [southernmost part of Miura Peninsula] Misaki Port, which is also located at the entrance to Tokyo Bay, has been popular as a good port since the Heian period. It is a popular port as a tuna fishing port, and there are shops where you can enjoy delicious tuna and seafood in the vicinity! ■Hayama Town [Western Miura Peninsula] Hayama Town, an area dotted with beautiful beaches and luxury hotels, is also said to be the "birthplace of yachting". With many boats and yachts, the scenery of the yacht harbor "Hayama Marina" is a masterpiece! ■Zushi City [Western Miura Peninsula] Zushi City is also a designated city under the Ancient Capital Preservation Law, which preserves the historical landscape. Since it faces Sagami Bay, there are plenty of sightseeing spots where you can enjoy the resort feeling! At Zushi Beach, you can experience various marine sports such as swimming, windsurfing, and SUP. At the stay-type marina resort "Riviera Zushi Marina", you can enjoy luxurious time such as short cruising and a restaurant with an ocean view. ■Kamakura City [Southeastern Kanagawa] An area with a beautiful harmony of history and nature, the ancient capital of Kamakura City. There are many old temples and shrines in Kamakura, and one of the highlights is the coastline where you can see the horizon because it faces the Pacific Ocean! In particular, "Tsuruoka Hachimangu Shrine" and "Kamakura Great Buddha (Hase Great Buddha)", which have been designated as nationally designated historic sites and nationally designated important cultural properties, are must-sees. ■Chigasaki City [Central Shonan Region] Chigasaki City is known as a surfing mecca and is loved by surfers who visit with beautiful waves. There are also stylish seaside cafes and shops where you can eat while watching the sunset. ■Mt. Oyama [Central Kanagawa] Mt. Oyama in Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture is visited by many climbers throughout the year. From the vicinity of Aburi Shrine, which is the end of the Oyama Cable Car at an altitude of 700 meters, you can see Sagami Bay, Miura Peninsula, and Boso Peninsula, which has been awarded two Michelin Green Guide Japan. In addition, there is a 400-year-old lodging facility for worshippers called shukubo in Oyama. The lodging is located in a place surrounded by nature, and you can spend a relaxing time in a room with a rustic atmosphere. There are also Lake Miyagase and Lake Tanzawa around Mt. Oyama, where you can see the nature of Kanagawa in each season. ■Oiso Town [Western Shonan Region] Oiso Town is an area surrounded by rich nature. There are plenty of beautiful beaches and resort facilities, and "Oiso Long Beach" is a popular seaside resort pool facility! There is also a hotel and a spa, and it is crowded with many tourists. ■Odawara City [Western Kanagawa] Odawara City is known as a historic castle town, and Odawara Castle, famous as the home of the Hojo clan, and the old townscape remain. The castle tower of Odawara Castle exhibits the history and crafts of Odawara Castle, and there is also the Odawara Castle NINJA Hall (History Observation Hall) where you can experience ninjas, making it a sightseeing spot that can be enjoyed by adults, children, and foreigners alike. ■Hakone [Western Kanagawa] Hakone is famous as one of Japan's leading hot spring resorts, and you can enjoy it for both day trips and consecutive nights. There are many popular sightseeing spots that you will want to visit again and again, such as the Open-Air Museum, Hakone Ropeway, Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine, Hakone Tozan Train, and Owakudani Park. ■Manazuru Town [Western Kanagawa] Manazuru Town is a temperate area surrounded by the sea and mountains adjacent to Yugawara City and Odawara City. Manazuru Town is known as an area where fishing is thriving, and you can enjoy fresh seafood. ■Yugawara Onsen [Western Kanagawa] It is a hot spring resort located between Hakone and Atami, and the hot spring town is lined with Japanese inns, and the atmosphere of an old-fashioned "hot spring town" full of atmosphere remains. Kanagawa Prefecture is a tourist area where you can enjoy various things such as the sea, marine activities, hot springs, nature, and history. Access from Tokyo is also very convenient, and Yokohama in eastern Kanagawa is about 30 minutes by train or car from Tokyo, and Hakone and Odawara in western Kanagawa are about 1 hour. You can also enjoy sightseeing while driving from Tokyo. You can enjoy the scenery and enjoyment of the four seasons throughout the year, so you will want to visit again and again! Kanagawa Prefecture is such a tourist destination. One page of your unforgettable memories in Kanagawa sightseeing! We will publish information on the charms of Kanagawa, sightseeing model courses, the latest information, and hidden gem spots that are not yet well known, so thank you!

Sunset and soap bubbles.