Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture is a region rich in nature located in the center of Kanagawa Prefecture.
It is about 60 minutes by express from Shinjuku, and there are many recommended sightseeing spots such as "Oyama", one of the most popular mountaineering spots in the Kanto region!
We will send you information about the nature, historical sights, and popular sightseeing spots of Isehara City, so thank you!
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
Isehara Handmade Armor Corps
Notice of the Large Armor Exhibition and Armor Workshop
About 60 impressive handmade armors worn by the corps members will be displayed together‼
✨Armor Workshop (15 sessions in total)✨ is also recruiting students! Take this chance to make your own armor✨
◆Dates: Thursday, February 20, 2025 – Sunday, February 23, 2025
9:00 (1:00 PM on the first day) – 17:00 (4:00 PM on the final day)
◆Venue: Isehara City Central Public Hall, 1st Floor Exhibition Hall
(1-21-1 Higashi-Otake, Isehara)
◆Access: About a 10-minute walk from Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit
【Bus】Kanachu Bus from Isehara Station North Exit, Platform 1
Take the "for Isehara Depot" bus and get off at "Chuo Kominkan-mae" (in front of the Central Public Hall)
◆Admission: Free
◆Inquiries: Isehara Handmade Armor Corps Office
(Tel: 0463-95-2385, Wakabayashi)
https://isehara-kattyuutai.com/?p=14010...
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
Isehara Flower Report 2025.02.12
*Maruyama Castle Ruins Park* (Shimokasuya 2168-2)
The white plum blossoms have finally started to open in duet with the red plums, but the red plums will likely finish blooming by the time the white ones are fully out.
*Uga-bunko Yamaguchi Residence Plum Garden Free Admission*
(Kamikasuya 862-1)
The plums have begun to open considerably, but they need a bit more time.
◆Period: until Sunday, March 9, 10:00–15:00
◆Access: Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit
Kanachu Bus platform 4
Get off at the “Shimebiki” stop on the “Mt. Oyama Cable Car” route
※Hina dolls are displayed only on Sundays during the period
(Adults 300 yen, includes admission to the nationally registered tangible cultural property Yamaguchi Residence)
*Isehara City General Sports Park* (Nishitomioka 320)
The plum trees between the Slope Cherry and Ginkgo Promenade are still some way from blooming.
*Hyuga Yakushi Plum Garden* (Hyuga 1644)
The plum garden above the Hyuga Yakushi rear parking lot will take a while longer.
We will post updates on blooming status as they come, so please look forward to them!
#Isehara Flower Report #Isehara #plum #plum blossoms #Maruyama Castle Ruins Park #Uga-bunko #Isehara City General Sports Park #Hyuga Yakushi
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
The 4th Isehara Amateur Rakugo Competition — Free Admission 🆓
Finally tomorrow, Tuesday, February 11, 2025 (national holiday) ✨
The Isehara Amateur Rakugo Competition ✨ takes place
Amateur rakugo performers selected by public application will compete,
bringing a heated contest that showcases their hard-earned skills
This is your chance to experience classic (Edo) rakugo live
You’re sure to enjoy laughs and even moments of genuine emotion
Plus, a distinguished panel of judges with ties to Isehara ✨
Yukichi Sanyutei (from Shimokasuya)
Komba Kinbaratei (from Higashi-Otake)
Issa Shunputei (from Hadano)
Kitaro MukashiMukashitei (from Itado)
Don’t miss the professional rakugo judges’ evaluations
Please come with friends and family and join us
Date and Time
Tuesday, February 11, 2025 (national holiday)
Preliminaries 10:00–14:00
Finals from 15:00
Venue
Isehara Civic Cultural Center, Small Hall
(348 Tanaka, Isehara)
#Isehara Amateur Rakugo Competition #rakugo #amateur rakugo #classic rakugo #Edo rakugo #Isehara #Isehara City #Isehara tourism #Kanagawa #amateur rakugo performers #Yukichi Sanyutei #Komba Kinbaratei #Issa Shunputei #Kitaro MukashiMukashitei #free admission #free event #February 11 #national holiday #Isehara Civic Cultural Center
https://www.isehara-rakugo.jp//
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
National Registered Tangible Cultural Property: Special Opening of the Main Hall of Oyama-dera
Special Exhibition ‘‘Oyama Pilgrimage and the Dedicated Sword’’ 2025
Oyama-dera is a component cultural property of the Japan Heritage ‘‘Oyama Pilgrimage,’’ and its main hall ranks among the finest early modern temple and shrine buildings in Isehara. A local guide will explain its cultural value and its place within the Oyama pilgrimage.
Why not take advantage of this rare opportunity to visit?
✨Special Opening of the National Registered Tangible Cultural Property ‘‘Oyama-dera Main Hall’’✨
◆ Dates: February 11 (Tue, public holiday) – February 18 (Tue)
9:30–15:30
*The public display of the principal image during the special opening is only on Tuesday, February 18.*
◆ Venue: Oyama-dera (724 Oyama, Isehara)
◆ Access: From Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit, Bus Stop No. 4
Take the bus bound for ‘‘Oyama Cable’’ for about 30 minutes
Get off at the final stop and walk 15 minutes along Komamiendo Shopping Street
Or take the cable car 2 minutes and get off at ‘‘Oyama-dera’’
◆ Admission: Free (Viewing the principal image: 400 yen)
✨Commemorative Special Exhibition: ‘‘Oyama Pilgrimage and the Dedicated Sword’’✨
Actual dedicated swords and ukiyo-e woodblock prints depicting the Oyama pilgrimage will be on display.
◆ Dates: February 13 (Thu) – February 17 (Mon)
9:30–17:00
◆ Venue: Isehara City Central Community Center, 1st Floor Exhibition Hall
(1-21-1 Higashi-Otake, Isehara)
◆ Access: About a 10-minute walk from Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit
[By bus] From Isehara Station North Exit Kanachu Bus Stop No. 1
Take the bus bound for ‘‘Isehara Depot’’ and get off at ‘‘Chuo Kominkan-mae (Central Community Center)’’
◆ Admission Fee: Free
**Inquiries**
Cultural Properties Section, General Affairs Division, Board of Education, Isehara City
Phone: 0463-74-5109 (direct)
**Organizer**
Isehara City Council for the Preservation and Use of Local Cultural Properties
#Isehara #Isehara Tourism #Oyama #Oyama-dera #Cultural Property #History #Special Opening #Exhibition
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
[Isehara Flower News] 2025.2.6
The white plum blossoms haven’t opened yet, but the red plums at Maruyama Castle Ruins Park (Shimokasuya 2168-2) in the photo are dazzlingly beautiful✨!!
A few plums have started to bloom at Isehara City General Sports Park (Nishitomioka 320) and the plum grove at Hinata Yakushi (Hinata 1644), but most buds remain tight.
I’m looking forward to watching the blooms open gradually from now on💖
*Free opening of the plum garden at the Ugaku Bunko Yamaguchi House*
(Kamikasuya 862-1)
The plum trees are just beginning to bloom now.
◆Period: Tuesday, February 11 (national holiday) – Sunday, March 9, 2025
10:00–15:00
◆Access: Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit
Kanachu Bus Platform 4
Take the ‘To Oyama Cable Car’ bus and get off at “Shimehiki”
※On Tuesday, February 11 (national holiday) and Sundays during the period, hina dolls will be on display
(Adults 300 yen; includes admission to the nationally registered Tangible Cultural Property Yamaguchi House)
Please come and see it✨
#Isehara #Plum #Plum blossoms #Red plum #White plum #Maruyama Castle Ruins Park #Isehara City General Sports Park #Hinata Yakushi #Ugaku Bunko #Yamaguchi House #Hina dolls #Arrival of spring #Isehara tourism
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
Isehara City Community Center Festival Notice
The Isehara City Community Center Festival✨ runs from Friday, February 7th to Sunday, February 16th at each community center in turn. Enjoy a full program of circle and group exhibitions, activity presentations, food stalls, and events.
The Isehara City Tourism Association will have a booth at Ota Community Center on Saturday, February 8th only! Come and visit us💖
Inquiry: City Board of Education, Division of Social Education
Phone 0463-93-7500 (Central Community Center)
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
Oyama Isehara Market is on! Rain or light showers will not cancel; the event will be called off only in severe weather.
Once again this month—so popular—discover plenty of delicious food and fun in Isehara!
Sunday, February 9, 2025, 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Venue: Isehara City General Sports Park (free admission)
A wide variety of food tents and kitchen cars, local vegetables for sale, and diverse booths will gather, and you can also enjoy stage performances including music♬!
It’s sure to be a day full of smiles 😊
● Access
320 Nishitomioka, Isehara, Kanagawa Prefecture
Get off at Odakyu Line Isehara Station
From the north exit, take Kanagawa Chuo Kotsu bus from platform 3 bound for Nanasawa, about 10 minutes, 240 yen
▪ If you take routes I-34 or I-36, get off at Sogo Undokoen (General Sports Park)
▪ If you take routes I-31 or I-37, get off at Sogo Undokoen Iriguchi (General Sports Park Entrance) and walk 5 minutes
*Crowds are expected, so please cooperate by using public transportation.
[Contact] By email to the Isehara Ichi Executive Committee
iseharaichi@j4.gmobb.jp (Contact: Sakamoto)
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
Notice from Ekinaka Kururin House ♪ 2025
At Ekinaka Kururin House, the Kururins welcome everyone in a Valentine’s mood 💖.
✨New product announcements✨
◍ Hot spring bath additive ♨️ ‘Isehara Ooyama no Yu’
(Oyama natural hot spring Komaya no Yu)
- One sachet 300 yen -
◍ Bear-repellent bell
A good charm for mountain climbing ⛰️ and hiking!
Its gentle sound alerts others to your presence and approach,
and it is said to reduce the chance of encountering bears.
- One bell 200 yen -
◍ Carabiner for attaching bear-repellent bells and similar items
- One carabiner 100 yen -
We also recommend the hugely popular Kururin goods that you can only get in Isehara!
♬ We look forward to seeing you♪
【Open every day, including during the New Year holidays】
On the stairs at the north exit of Odakyu Line Isehara Station
Ekinaka Kururin House (Isehara Station Tourist Information)
OPEN 9:00–17:00 (open year-round)
https://isehara-kanko.com/shop-kururinhouse/...
#Present #Kururin #Isehara #Ooyama #Bear-repellent bell
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
[Please be careful of mountain accidents] As of Monday, February 3, 2025, Mt. Ooyama is hidden in clouds but covered in white. The photo shows the state of Oyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine on February 2. Please take extra care when going out.
Also, climbing Mt. Ooyama (especially from the Lower Shrine to the summit) requires proper equipment.
Be sure to prepare, such as wearing trekking shoes and bringing trekking poles.
In the coming season, Mt. Ooyama can have enough snow that crampons may be required on some days.
*The Mount Oyama Summit Public Toilet is currently unavailable due to a frozen water supply pipe. Please start early to allow plenty of time and use nearby toilets such as those at Oyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine before you leave.*
★Essential gear for safe mountain climbing
Backpack: a rucksack to carry your gear
Hat: to protect your head from sun and cold
Rainwear: waterproof clothing; a two-piece set is recommended
Sunglasses: to protect your eyes from sun and glare off the snow
Sunscreen: to protect your skin from UV rays
Change of clothes and warm layers: to change into if you sweat or the temperature drops
Gloves and neck warmer: for cold protection
Crampons: metal traction devices attached to boot soles to prevent slipping on snow or ice
Mountaineering boots or walking shoes (flat-soled sneakers are dangerous because they are slippery)
Don’t forget water and food!
★About submitting a climbing notification
To enjoy climbing Mt. Ooyama safely, please submit a climbing notification.
You can also submit a notification online via the QR code.
Scan the QR code with your smartphone or tablet, enter the required information, and submit.
Submitting a climbing notification helps prepare for emergencies and enables prompt rescue operations if needed.
We appreciate your cooperation.
#Isehara #Ooyama #Hiking #Safe climbing #Climbing notification
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
Setsubun Festival on February 2, 2025
On Sunday, February 2, 2025, the Setsubun Festival was held at Ōyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine, Sannomiya Hibita Shrine (guests: sekitori stablemasters Takadagawa, Ryurai, Shonan no Umi, Teru; rakugo storyteller Sanyūtei Yukichi), and Isehara Daijingu.
The morning brought unfortunate rain, and snow fell in the cold at Ōyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine, but many worshippers still gathered.
At the customary bean-throwing, everyone chanted “Fuku wa uchi, oni wa soto!” to drive away demons and welcome good fortune.
There was also a lottery exchangeable for koban coins and other draws, with lovely prizes awarded, making the event very lively!
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