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  • Located in Shibukawa City, Gunma Prefecture. "Ikaho Onsen ". It is a popular hot spring resort with two sources: the brownish-brown "Kogane-no-yu "and the clear, colorless "Shirogane-no-yu ". The Ishidan Street, lined with stores where you can eat and walk around, is a symbolic place. Although there are some theories, it is said to be the birthplace of onsen manju (hot spring buns). If you are going to stay in Ikaho, you will want to take a relaxing soak in a hot spring. In this article, we have compiled a list of inns with private baths.

    2024-12-18

  • There are only a few days left in 2024. Some of you may be aiming for a monetary boost in the coming year. Here are some recommended shrines in the Kanto area, which are easy to reach from the Tokyo metropolitan area, that are beneficial for improving one's financial fortune. Let's visit the god of money and business on New Year's visit to increase your financial fortune.

    2024-12-04

  • The Tomioka Silk Mill has been kept almost exactly as it was 140 years ago "Tomioka Silk Mill ". In June 2014, it was registered as a "World Heritage" site, which is still fresh in our minds. This article introduces the highlights of the Tomioka Silk Mill, including what it is and what kind of facility it was. We will also compile information on souvenirs, so please take a look.

    2024-11-29

  • Coffee lovers, have you been out to the stores lately? There are coffee shops and cafes all over Japan that are particular about their beans and brewing methods. Of course, there are many stores in Gunma Prefecture that will drive coffee drinkers crazy. In this issue, we will limit our summary to Takasaki City. We will introduce you to some of the best coffee shops in the city, so please use this page to visit coffee shops and cafes.

    2024-11-19

  • Palm trees in the Tateyama area Chiba Prefecture can be easily visited from the Tokyo metropolitan area via the Aqua-Line. The distance between Kawasaki and Kisarazu is only about 30 minutes, so you can easily enjoy a short trip! Chiba has many sightseeing spots that make you want to drive around in summer, such as spots where you can enjoy the feeling of being abroad and spots where you can enjoy the ocean and nature to the fullest! This article introduces various Chiba spots such as Kisarazu, Choshi, Kamogawa, and Narita. Please refer to this article and enjoy your summer driving trip to Chiba!

    2024-11-15

  • As of June 2023, there are 33 roadside stations in Gunma Prefecture. Each spot has its own unique characteristics and is a must-see for shoppers and gourmet lovers. In this issue, we focus on roadside stations where you can enjoy especially "delicious food". Along with the introduction of the spots, we will summarize the recommended gourmet foods for each.

    2024-10-28

  • There are many guesthouses and hostels in Tokyo, a city that attracts tourists from all over the world. Although guesthouses and hostels are inexpensive and have the advantage of keeping travel costs down, those who have never used them before may feel a little uneasy. In this issue, we will introduce hostels in Tokyo where even beginners can feel at ease and those who are familiar with hostels can also enjoy their stay.

    2024-10-24

  • Kiryu City in Gunma Prefecture is known as a "textile town. The land is famous for the production of silk products and the historical buildings associated with them. One of the famous gourmet foods in Kiryu City is known as "Sauce Katsudon ". In Kiryu City, the standard dish is tonkatsu covered with a light sauce and served on a bed of rice, with no cabbage or other ingredients. The hot sauce and umami flavor of the meat will fill your mouth, and you will be able to eat as much as you want. This article summarizes the recommended restaurants where you can enjoy this Kiryu specialty, sauced pork cutlet served on top of a bowl of rice.

    2024-10-15

  • Chiba Prefecture is extremely accessible from central Tokyo, yet it is a region that gives the impression of nature and the seaside, in a good sense of the word, and has become a sacred place for many anime productions. We believe that it would be very enjoyable to visit the area as a short trip. Anime lovers are encouraged to visit.

    2024-10-08 Management office

  • Gunma Prefecture has numerous local delicacies. Among them is "Takasaki Pasta ", which has been featured in the media many times. Although not well known, Gunma is the fourth largest wheat producer in Japan. This is one of the reasons why the people of the prefecture love "wheat dishes. It was against this background that pasta became popular in Takasaki. In this issue, we will introduce some of our favorite Takasaki pasta restaurants.

    2024-10-02

  • It is no exaggeration to say that Kanagawa Prefecture is the second most cutting-edge, high-color, and fashionable city in the Kanto region after Tokyo. Not a few of his works were drawn in such a futuristic city, which has inspired many of his works. Please visit this area, which has a lot to chew on even if you are a regular tourist.

    2024-09-26 Management office

  • Although Ibaraki Prefecture is sometimes self-deprecatingly described as one of the most rural prefectures in the Kanto region, its abundance of nature and laid-back atmosphere make it a very enjoyable and attractive place to live. The city's undressed appearance is often expressed in anime productions, and the fact that it is in the Kanto region, the same area as Tokyo, also helps. Please use this article as a guide to enjoy your pilgrimage to the anime sanctuary of your dreams.

    2024-09-12 Management office

  • Kiryu City in Gunma Prefecture is called "the city of textiles ". The silk industry, which is said to have continued since the Nara period (710-794), is so famous that its name is well known both within and outside of the prefecture. The silk spinning industry and sericulture industry for producing silk yarn are also prevalent, and there are many historical buildings in the city. Its beautiful structure has attracted many people and is now known as a tourist resource. In addition, there are many other must-visit places in Kiryu City. In this issue, we will summarize the sights and recommended places to visit in Kiryu City.

    2024-09-10

  • Street walking events are being actively developed in various parts of Japan. While it is fun just to wander around the city and take your time to visit tourist spots and historical buildings, a city tour with a mystery-solving game theme will allow you to experience the excitement and thrill of solving a mystery together. As the name suggests, a city-walking mystery-solving event is a combination of city-walking and mystery-solving. It may be easier to understand if you imagine that you are enjoying a real-life escape game, in which riddles are solved in a fixed space, such as a room in an apartment building or a ballpark, on a larger field, the entire city. Event participants walk around the city, solving riddles set up in various locations as they aim for the goal. In most cases, there is no time limit, and you can participate at any time during the reception hours and enjoy the mystery-solving experience at your own pace. We recommend the tour-type riddles, where you can walk around while solving a riddle, to those who want to enjoy things other than riddles such as walking around town or riding on a train, visit areas they do not usually go to, and learn more about the city!

    2024-08-28

  • Tochigi is a natural tourist destination with easy access from Tokyo. Tochigi is famous for the Nikko area, including the World Heritage sites of Nikko Toshogu Shrine and Kegon Falls, and is a popular spot for school excursions. However, Tochigi Prefecture is home to some of the most famous places, such as "Ashikaga Flower Park ", which is famous for its large wisteria trellises. Nature is so diverse, from early spring to late fall, that you can never experience it all in just one or two visits. In this article, we will introduce you to some of the standard spots in Tochigi Prefecture, which is full of such attractions, as well as to some of the more off-the-beaten-track spots that you may want to stop by. This article will help you plan your trip to Tochigi Prefecture.

    2024-08-27

  • A train with a cute color scheme runs over a field of rape blossoms. Many of you may have seen them on social networking sites at one time or another. This scene can be seen along the Kominato Railway in Chiba Prefecture. Of course, the flowers are only available for a limited time, so the next time you can see them will be next year. However, this area along the Kominato and Isumi Railways is perfect for photographing the collaboration of nature and trains in each season, with cherry blossoms, fresh greenery, ginkgo trees, and snow. Even if it is raining, the nostalgic atmosphere and truly spectacular views can be captured in photos no matter what season or weather you visit! Chiba Prefecture's Kominato Railway and Isumi Railway are popular railroad lines that are located in the Tokyo metropolitan area, but still retain old-fashioned station buildings and rolling stock. While the railroads are crowded with riders and photographers, there are also many attractive sightseeing spots along the lines. This article introduces some recommendations for sightseeing along such Kominato Railway and Isumi Railway lines! We hope you will find it useful when planning your weekend excursions.

    2024-08-05

  • The Hongo 3-chome and Ueno area, a town of "learning ", is lined with venerable historical buildings. Although in Tokyo, the area is full of historical buildings, museums, and nature, making it a perfect spot for a stroll. It is especially recommended for "one person walk "where you can go to places of interest to you and take a closer look at what you want to see. In this article, we will introduce many sightseeing spots around Hongo-sanchome and Ueno Stations. They are all very accessible, so please visit them when you have some free time or when you want to refresh yourselves!

    2024-07-24

  • Kanagawa Prefecture is a prefecture full of diverse attractions, including mountains and oceans where you can enjoy rich nature, townscapes nurtured by fascinating history and culture, industrial heritage sites where you can feel and learn about Japan's modern industrial development, and areas where you can enjoy cutting-edge urban landscapes. In this article, we will introduce eight recommended spots, ranging from popular classic spots to relaxing and enjoyable hole-in-the-wall tourist attractions that only the author, a resident of Kanagawa Prefecture, knows how to enjoy. We hope you will find it useful in selecting a destination for your weekend excursions and dates, as well as for your trips to Kanagawa.

    2024-07-16

  • The image of Utsunomiya is that of gyoza (dumplings)! "The whole town of Utsunomiya is filled with gyoza (dumplings), so much so that the catchphrase "is apt. Now is the time of year when spring weather is gradually changing and it is time to enjoy traveling, For those of you who are stuck in a rut at your usual tourist attractions and are looking for something new to do! We hope you will choose Utsunomiya for your pre-summer petit driving trip. Some people may think of Tochigi as a northern Kanto region with few tourist attractions, although there are some famous sightseeing spots such as Nikko. Since it is located in the Kanto region, it is also easily accessible from Tokyo and Kanagawa, making it the perfect place for a small one-day trip! Therefore, we have collected sightseeing spots in Utsunomiya for a half-day trip from the Tokyo metropolitan area. We hope you will enjoy your trip to Utsunomiya by referring to this article!

    2024-07-05

  • There are many temples and shrines in the Kanto region that hold flower hand-watering ceremonies. Beautiful seasonal flowers in a variety of colors floating in the hand-watering area soothe the soul before visiting the temple. Some temples and shrines use seasonal flowers that bloom around the shrine or temple, and the flowers and designs vary widely depending on where you go. Here are 10 temples and shrines in the Kanto area where you can enjoy beautiful flower hand-watering ceremonies.

    2024-07-01

  • A parfait filled with fresh cream and fruit. It has an irresistible appeal to those with a sweet tooth. I often see very beautiful looking parfaits on social networking sites, and I can't help but want to eat them. In recent years, Gunma Prefecture has seen an increase in the number of stores offering fashionable parfaits. So, we would like to introduce parfaits available in the center of Gunma Prefecture "Takasaki City ". We will compile a list of our very best recommendations, both visually and in taste.

    2024-06-14

  • Gunma Prefecture "ranks fourth in the nation in wheat production. In season, you can see the golden fields of shining ears everywhere. Perhaps because of this environment, Gunma Prefecture residents love noodle dishes. Ramen, in particular, is very popular in the prefecture. In this issue, we introduce a famous restaurant in Takasaki City, the center of Gunma Prefecture. Go for the delicious ramen noodles that you must wait in line for.

    2024-06-03

  • Tochigi Prefecture is unique in a good sense of the word in the Kanto region because of its abundant nature, which gives people a sense of peace and tranquility. The Kanto region is, needless to say, the center of Japan, especially in Tokyo, which in many cases is the main production site for anime, often based on Tochigi Prefecture as its inspiration. With this background in mind, we invite you to visit the anime sanctuaries in Tochigi Prefecture.

    2024-05-27 Management office

  • You may have an image of fashionable cafes and stores when you think of Tokyo, but did you know that "the zoo "is also quite well-stocked? Various zoos, including the famous Ueno Zoo and Tama Zoo, are actually located in Tokyo. Therefore, this article introduces seven "recommended zoos "in Tokyo that can be used for everything from date nights to family outings. If you want to get away from the city air and have a relaxing time, please visit the zoo, which is full of nature.

    2024-05-23 Management office

  • I have the impression that many of the animations set in Saitama Prefecture are sold with a proportionally warm and relaxed atmosphere. The abundance of nature gives a cozy impression in contrast to the surrounding urban area. In such a calm atmosphere, you can experience the world of your favorite works.

    2024-05-16 Management office

  • Gunma Prefecture generally has a modest image in the Kanto region, and it has become a prefecture where people talk about it in a self-deprecating way. However, it is often the setting for popular productions that overturn such a humble image. It is one of the pleasures of traveling these days to visit the sacred sites of your favorite works, and being in the Kanto region makes it relatively easy to access.

    2024-04-16 Management office

  • In this issue, we introduce Tsukiji, a great place for everyone who loves to eat and drink. It is the perfect place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and embark on a new morning adventure. The bustling morning market and delicious gourmet food await you in Tsukiji. Wake up early and start your day with a delicious breakfast!

    2024-04-04

  • Popular destinations in Kanagawa Prefecture "Yokohama ". Many people may have a fashionable image of Yokohama, such as the Minato Mirai area with its red brick warehouses and Ferris wheel, or the Chinatown area. In this issue, Hamakko, born and raised in Yokohama, carefully selects and introduces popular cafes in this fashionable area of Minato Mirai! We will introduce a total of 11 cafes, from classic cafes to hole-in-the-wall cafes, so be sure to visit the cafes that interest you!

    2024-03-01

  • As the severe cold eases and the arrival of spring is felt, ume (plum) blossoms begin to bloom. There are many attractive ume viewing spots scattered throughout Japan. There are many ume viewing spots in Kanagawa Prefecture, and we will introduce six of them: Sankeien, Negishi Forest Park, Okurayama Park, Hodogaya Park, Yokodai West Park, and Kodomonokuni in Yokohama City.

    2024-02-09

  • There are many historical buildings in Japan with a retro feel from the Meiji and Taisho periods. The buildings from the period when Western culture flourished and modernization progressed have an atmosphere different from that of modern buildings. Why not experience the romance of the Meiji and Taisho eras in these retro-inspired buildings that have been preserved by human hands?

    2024-02-06

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