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.
[Notice of Temporary Parking Lots for Oyama Autumn Foliage Season 2024]
* Weekends and public holidays from Saturday, November 2 to Sunday, December 1 *
Oyama is expected to be very crowded during the autumn foliage season.
On weekends, the Municipal No.2 Parking Lot may fill up as early as dawn.
If you come by car, please note that temporary parking lots are available only on weekends and public holidays during the season from Saturday, November 2 to Sunday, December 1; check in advance.
Allow plenty of time for your trip. Road congestion is expected, so please use public transportation whenever possible.
Access: From Isehara Station North Exit, Bus Stop No. 4 (bound for the Oyama Cable), about 30 minutes by bus
Get off at the final stop and walk about 15 minutes to the cable car station.
The Odakyu-issued Tanzawa-Oyama Free Pass is very convenient to use.
For details, visit the Isehara City Tourism Association website.
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
[Bear Sighting] On Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at around 4:43 p.m., a Asian black bear (tsukinowaguma) was sighted in the Oyama area. Sightings have also been reported in nearby mountain areas, not limited to Oyama.
Residents and visitors in the area are asked to be cautious in advance.
[Precautions if you encounter a bear]
1 Do not approach unnecessarily and avoid eye contact.
2 Do not shout or behave in a threatening manner.
3 Do not feed or show food to the bear.
4 Leave the area promptly.
5 Secure doors and windows to prevent bears from entering homes and buildings.
If you sight a bear or find signs of one, please contact Isehara City Office, Agricultural Promotion Division at 0463-94-4664.
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
[Autumn on Mt. Oyama 2024 🍁 Preview]
*A collaboration of Shonan’s night views and beautiful autumn leaves*
Each year from mid to late November, the area around Oyama-dera and the lower shrine of Oyama Afuri Shrine
turns bright red with autumn leaves,
and at night the foliage is specially illuminated so you can enjoy it together with the night views of Shonan.
*Oyama Autumn Illumination & Night Operation of the Oyama Cable Car*
November 20 (Wednesday)–December 1 (Sunday) ※open every day during the period
Weekdays until 19:00 ・ Saturdays, Sundays and holidays until 20:00
Access: From Isehara Station North Exit, Bus Stop No. 4 (bound for Oyama Cable Car), about 30 minutes by bus
Get off at the final stop and walk 15 minutes to the cable car station
*Temple Lodging Stamp Rally to Experience the History of the Temple Lodgings & Quiz, and an Old Highway Market will also be held*
Dates: Saturday, November 23; Sunday, November 24; Saturday, November 30; Sunday, December 1
10:00–16:00
Organizer: Odakyu Electric Railway
※Using the Tanzawa-Oyama Free Pass issued by Odakyu is very convenient.
Please wait a little longer for the peak autumn foliage!
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
Isehara Halloween 2024
Isehara Halloween 2024 was held on Sunday, October 27, organized by the Isehara City Merchants' Association Federation.
With a variety of booths and many food trucks, the event was lively and bustling, especially with families attending and plenty of cute costumes on display.
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
[Ken-o Yamanami Fair] Morning Market
Bringing the charms of the five Ken-o Yamanami communities—Isehara City, Atsugi, Hadano, Aikawa, and Kiyokawa—to you!
Isehara City will sell specialty products at the morning market, including a variety pack of kakino-tane shaped like Mt. Oyama and modeled on 23 historic Nissan car models, titled “New-Model Kakino-tane (supervised by Nissan Motor Co.),” and Mt. Oyama’s hidden specialty, Suzuki chili peppers.
Please come and join us!!
Date and Time: Sunday, October 27, 6:00 AM–7:00 AM
Venue: Atsugi City Cultural Hall parking lot
Contact: Atsugi City Hall, Environmental and Agricultural Policy Department, Agricultural Policy Division, Local Production for Local Consumption Section
046-225-2801
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
[Ugage Bunko "Even You Might Become an Artist in an Old Folk House"] 2024
Under the concept "Make, Paint, and Experience! Enjoy the Feeling of Being an Artist!", this event lets you taste food and art and join workshops such as painting and pottery (from 500 yen each).
By the time you leave, you might just be an artist yourself!
Date and Time: Sunday, October 27, 10:00–15:00
Admission: Free
Venue: Ugage Bunko, 862 Kamikasuya, Isehara City (parking for about 50 cars)
Inquiries: 090-9372-1065 (Mr. Doi)
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
Notice of City Hall Local Product Sale♪
Continuing from yesterday, today Thursday, October 24, 2024, we will hold a pop-up sale of Isehara’s specialties in the entrance hall on the first floor of Isehara City Hall.
You’ll find plenty of tasty items from Isehara, including seasonal vegetables from the Katano family, karabuki (pickled butterbur) from Otsuya, Ryoben Oyama manju, Kururin goods, and more.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Thursday, October 24
10:00–14:00
@ Isehara City Hall, 1st floor lobby
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
The 15th Futako-Tamagawa Oyama Road Festival 2024
Futako-Tamagawa shopping street follows the Oyama Road, and this year’s festival is themed "Learn about, Talk about, and Feel the History of the Oyama Road." The Isehara City product fair will bring delicious local treats, including cheesecakes from Kashiwagi Farm, fresh vegetables, and Miyatani Tofu Shop’s 'Oyama Pilgrimage Tofu.'
Sanno University, which has campuses in Isehara and Setagaya, will also participate with a variety of events for you to enjoy. Please come and join us!!
Date and Time: Saturday, October 26, 12:30–15:00 (Opening ceremony starts at 12:00)
※Event will be scaled down in case of rain
Location: Futako-Tamagawa Elementary School grounds and gymnasium (4-6-1 Tamagawa, Setagaya)
※No parking or bicycle parking available
Organizer: Futako-Tamagawa Oyama Road Festival Organizing Committee
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
Isehara Halloween 2024 — Held in light rain; canceled in severe weather
Isehara Halloween 2024, organized by the Isehara City Merchant Association Federation, will take place on Sunday, October 27, from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM.
Come in costume and say "Trick or Treat" to staff at participating shops to receive sweets (while supplies last).
There will be face art, a fortune-telling corner, retail booths, and game booths—plenty of variety to keep the excitement high!
At the same time, a proud-flavor food truck festival will run across six areas of the shopping street (11:00 AM to 4:00 PM).
We look forward to seeing you there!!
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Isehara Tourism Association posted.
Isehara Daijingu Annual Grand Festival 2024
On Sunday, October 20, the Isehara Daijingu Annual Grand Festival took place, drawing many visitors and creating a lively atmosphere!
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