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Articles about 「Kanto」「Tourist Attractions」「Temples and Shrines」

  • 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

  • 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

  • On Setsubun day, February 3 every year, bean-throwing ceremonies are held at temples and shrines throughout Japan. Saitama Prefecture also holds such events, and we will introduce three of them: Kawagoe Kita-in Temple, Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin Temple, and Onijin Shrine, where beans are thrown with a unique call. If you time it right, you can participate in two bean-throwing ceremonies in one day at two temples in Kawagoe City.

    2023-01-23

  • As the New Year begins, people are tempted to visit temples and shrines to pray for good luck in the coming year. Temples and shrines throughout Japan are crowded with worshippers. Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine, Chou Shrine, and Kuizu Shrine, all located in Saitama City, are popular Hatsumode spots overflowing with charm.

    2022-12-26

  • Kanagawa has many wonderful temples while being located just a short distance from Tokyo. There are many novel features that are not easily seen in Japan, such as the unusual Zen-arai Benten and temples carved out of the rock face, which even the youngest visitors can enjoy. The seated Daibutsu (Great Buddha) is especially large and a must-see. If you come to Kanagawa for sightseeing, please stop by.

    2021-10-22 Management office

  • Tokyo is home to many temples and shrines, but there are also many unusual temples. From famous classic shrines to temples that you should definitely try, each has its own unique characteristics. We will mainly introduce shrines that you should visit at least once if you come to Tokyo for sightseeing.

    2021-09-10 Management office

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