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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[TV Asahi "Shokusai no Oukoku" Isehara Yamatoimo]
Broadcast date and time: Saturday, December 7, 2024, 9:30–9:55
◇ Program: "Shokusai no Oukoku"
A show that stays close to the people who are passionately working to preserve "Japan's food" and unravels the rich world of ingredients.
Yasuhito Nakamura of Yamatoimoya in Isehara, Kanagawa Prefecture, is a yam producer who single-handedly hand-digs about 15,000 yam plants grown in his fields from autumn through winter!
Program highlights:
▽ Left the corporate world to become a yam farmer! The secrets of stickiness and aroma
▽ Tips for yam cooking worth copying, learned from popular restaurants, and more
Be sure to record it so you don’t miss the show!
And experience Isehara—famous for its scenery, souvenirs, and gourmet food—
see it with your eyes, hear it with your ears, feel it with your skin, taste it with your mouth,
and enjoy visiting the filming locations!!
Yamatoimoya TEL 0463-96-6333
At the Ekina Kururin House
Yamatoimoya’s yam-filled Tanzawa-Ooyama soba and other items are on sale and well received!
Midway on the stairs at the north exit of Odakyu Line Isehara Station
Ekina Kururin House (Isehara Station Tourist Information)
TEL/FAX 0463-95-5333
OPEN 9:00–17:00 (open year-round)
* January 1–3, 2025: 10:00–15:00
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Autumn at Ooyama 2024: Autumn Leaves Update 🍁 11/28
As of yesterday, Wednesday, November 27, the autumn foliage is at its peak. Oyama Temple and Ooyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine look as pictured.
The Ooyama Autumn Foliage Light-up and the OyamaCableCar night operation (weekdays until 19:00, weekends and holidays until 20:00) run through Sunday, December 1.
Enjoy a magically different atmosphere from daytime, the spectacular night view from about 700 m that earned two stars in the Michelin Green Guide Japan, and the beautiful autumn leaves together. Don’t miss the Masu Tiramisu at the scenic cafe Saryo Sekison.
Concurrent Events
11/30 (Sat) and 12/1 (Sun)
10:00–16:00
*Shukubo Stamp & Quiz Rally*
Collect stamps by visiting the temple lodgings,
answer the quiz, and you might win a lovely prize!?
*Old Approach Marche*
Along the old approach road in front of the Afuri Shrine office,
various food trucks and local shops will be open.
Please note that on the weekend of 11/30 (Sat) and 12/1 (Sun)
buses, the cable car, and parking are expected to be very crowded.
Allow plenty of extra time for your trip.
Please use public transportation where possible.
Sunset comes early, so those aiming for the mountaintop
are asked to start early in the morning.
Access: From Odakyu Line Isehara Station north exit, Platform 4
Take the bus bound for "Ooyama Cable" for about 30 minutes
Get off at the final stop and walk 15 minutes to the cable car station
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
[SETAGAYA!DAY2024]
Popular shops from inside and outside Setagaya Ward will open stalls, and from Isehara Kashiwagi Farm will sell cheesecakes, drinkable yogurt, seasonal vegetables, and other local products!
At Carrot Tower (4th and 5th floors) you can enjoy talk shows, street performances, a stamp rally, and projection mapping screenings (Sangenjaya Patio Fountain Plaza 17:00–20:00), with plenty of events.
Please come and join us!
Date and time: Sunday, December 1, 2024, 10:00–16:00
Venue: Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line Setagaya Line
Sangenjaya Station Front Plaza
Inquiry: Setagaya City Industrial Promotion Foundation
Regional Revitalization and Exchange Promotion Division
Tel: 03-3411-6715
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
[Oyama & Isehara City General Sports Park Autumn Foliage Update] 2024
🍁 The Oyama autumn foliage light-up and OyamaCableCar nighttime service (until 7:00 PM on weekdays and 8:00 PM on weekends and holidays) run through Sunday, December 1, 2024!
Enjoy a magical atmosphere unlike daytime, with Shonan night views blending with beautiful autumn colors.
Here are Oyama Temple on the morning of Sunday, November 24, and the illuminated lower shrine of Oyama Afuri Shrine on Monday, November 25.
Oyama attracts many visitors and is almost at peak color now!
※It becomes very crowded on weekends.
If you come by car, you may wait 2–3 hours for parking.
Please use public transportation whenever possible.
※Sunset comes early, so if you plan to head for the mountaintop,
start early in the morning and allow plenty of time.
Access: From Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit, platform 4
Take the bus bound for Oyama Cable (about 30 minutes)
Get off at the last stop and walk 15 minutes to the cable car station.
🍂 These are the magnificent ginkgo rows inside Isehara City General Sports Park from last weekend. A leisurely walk!
The sports park offers many playgrounds such as a long and wide slide and a tarzan rope. Situated on a hill, it also provides panoramic views of the mountains and town surrounding Isehara, making it well worth a visit!
Isehara City General Sports Park
Access: From Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit, platform 3
Kanagawa Chuo Bus No. I-34 bound for Nanasawa
Get off at the ‘‘General Sports Park’’ stop and walk 5 minutes.
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
Ōyama Sky Lantern®
—Wishes from 700 m Above🌠—
Notice
Registration for 50 limited lanterns for the Ōyama Sky Lantern® event on January 12, 2025, has reached capacity due to popular demand,
and we have closed applications.
Thank you very much for your many submissions.
*Isehara City Tourism Association*
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
Autumn Oyama Foliage Update 2024🍁
Oyama, bustling with the low-mountain hiking boom⛰
The Oyama foliage light-up and OyamaCableCar night service continue
Open until 19:00 on weekdays and until 20:00 on weekends and holidays!
As of today, Friday, November 22, Oyama and Oyama Temple look about 60% colored, as you can see.
Peak color is expected around Wednesday the 27th, and it may remain good for about another week after that.
Near the Oyama Cable station, a ‘‘October cherry’’ (10-gatsu-zakura) was in bloom.
Concurrent Events
November 23 (Sat), November 24 (Sun), November 30 (Sat), December 1 (Sun)
10:00–16:00
*Shukubo Stamp & Quiz Rally*
Visit temple lodgings to collect stamps,
answer quizzes, and you might win a lovely prize!?
*Old Sando Marche*
Along the old sando road in front of the Afuri Shrine office,
various food trucks and local shops will set up stalls.
🍁We look forward to seeing you🍁
※Weekends get very crowded. Days end early, so if you plan to head to the mountaintop, start early in the morning and allow plenty of time.
Access: Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit, Bus Stop No. 4
Take the ‘for Oyama Cable’ bus for about 30 minutes
Get off at the terminus and walk 15 minutes to the cable car station
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
Oyama Sky Lanterns®
—Set your wish aloft from 700 m above sea level🌠—
Call for Participants
Would you like to release a Sky Lantern® into the night sky above MtOoyama from the Ōyama Afuri Shrine Lower Precincts, accompanied by the two-star scenic views of Michelin Green Guide Japan?
We are now accepting participants!
This rare experience pairs the shrine’s illuminated structures with lanterns carrying each person’s wishes and thoughts, creating a dreamy panorama of lights and night scenery.
The OyamaCableCar line will also be lit up along its route and will operate until 19:00.
Limited to 50 lanterns, first-come, first-served. 3,000 yen per lantern (tax included).
*Up to two people may participate per lantern.*
*Date and Time*
Sunday, January 12, 2025 — event proceeds in light rain; canceled in severe weather.
Registration: 15:00–16:00 Launch: 16:30
*Venue*
Ōyama Afuri Shrine Lower Precincts
*Access*
From Isehara Station north exit on the Odakyu Line, take the Kanachu bus from platform 4 bound for Oyama Cable (about 25 minutes).
Get off at the final stop and walk 15 minutes, or take the 6-minute Oyama Cable to Afuri Shrine Station.
*How to Apply*
WEB: Use the QR code on the flyer or visit the Isehara City Tourism Association website.
By phone: Isehara City Tourism Association (0463-73-7373), weekdays 9:00–17:00.
By FAX: Complete the Oyama Sky Lantern® application form on the back of the flyer and fax it to 0463-73-6606.
*Payment Methods*
Cash: At the Isehara City Tourism Association counter (on the stairs at the north exit of Isehara Station on the Odakyu Line), weekdays 9:00–17:00.
Bank transfer: Yokohama Bank, Isehara Branch, Ordinary 6072115, General Incorporated Association Isehara City Tourism Association, Representative Director Hitoshi Meguro.
*Application and Payment Deadline*
Thursday, December 26, 2024
Your application is confirmed upon receipt of payment, so please pay as soon as possible.
Please note that cancellations after payment are generally not accepted.
For the flyer, application form, and further details, please see the Isehara City Tourism Association website.
Sky Lanterns® are registered trademarks of the Japan Sky Lantern Association® and Exploud Inc.
Cooperation: Japan Sky Lantern Association® Usage Permit No. JSA045665P
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Nippori Dokan Festival 2024 — Held in light rain, canceled in severe weather
Ota Dokan, famed for building Edo Castle in the Muromachi period, also has ties to Arakawaku
From Isehara City, local specialties including shiitake mushrooms and cheesecake and drinkable yogurt from Kashiwagi Farm will be on sale.
Try on samurai armor free of charge with the Isehara Handmade Armor Team’s costume experience (12:30–13:30) and become a warrior!
This event offers fun for both children and adults, so come and join us!
Date and time: Saturday, November 23 (holiday) 10:00–15:00
Venue: Nippori Ekimae Event Hiroba
2-24 Nishinippori, Arakawaku, Tokyo Metropolis
A 2-minute walk from Nippori station East Exit
Contact: Arakawaku Industry and Economy Department, Tourism Promotion Division 03-3802-4689
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Autumn at Ooyama: Fall Foliage Update 2024🍁
Starting today, Wednesday, November 20, the Ooyama autumn foliage illumination and the OyamaCableCar night service begin, running until 7:00 PM on weekdays and until 8:00 PM on weekends and holidays.
As of yesterday, Tuesday, November 19, Ooyama and the trial-lit Oyama Temple look as shown here.
Peak foliage is expected around Saturday, November 23 through Wednesday, November 27, and it may continue for about another week after that.
Even if earlier, enjoy the beautiful color gradations!
Cooler temperatures deepen the colors, revealing stunning crimson leaves!
If the weather stays warm, you can enjoy them for longer.
🍁Come and experience this enchanting world—we look forward to seeing you🍁
*Because sunset comes early, those aiming for the mountaintop should start early in the morning. Also, expect crowds and allow extra time for your visit.
*After rain, trails can be slippery and muddy, so please take extra care with your footing.
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Isehara Event Last Weekend 2024
On Saturday, November 16, the 44th Livestock Festival, Agriculture Festival, and Citizen Activity (Support Center) Festa were held in the same area on the same day, drawing many visitors. Kururin also made an appearance, the open-air market sold out quickly and was a great success, and people enjoyed a day interacting with animals 🐄 and taking part in many hands-on booths.
On Sunday, November 17, the Rakuichi Rakuza market held at Hachiman Shrine in Higashi-Otake showed many people enjoying conversations with shopkeepers and had a lively atmosphere!
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