Owakudani — Hakone’s Active Volcanic Valley
What to Expect Owakudani is an exposed volcanic valley where sulfur vents release steam across a broad, open mountainside. The experience is visual rather than immersive: wide views, visible geothermal…
The Kanto region is Japan’s most visited region and the main gateway for many travelers. Anchored by Tokyo, Kanto also includes nearby prefectures that offer historic towns, coastal scenery, mountains, and easy day trips. The region is well connected by rail, making it simple to move between cities.
This collection organizes travel guides across the Kanto Region by prefecture and city. You’ll find content covering Tokyo and surrounding areas such as Kanagawa Prefecture, Saitama Prefecture, Chiba Prefecture, Ibaraki Prefecture, Tochigi Prefecture, and Gunma Prefecture.
Each guide provides clear context on location, access, and how places fit together. This structure helps you plan efficient routes, choose the right base, and decide which parts of Kanto match your time and interests.
Hase-dera Temple (長谷寺), Kamakura
Overview Hase-dera Temple sits on Kamakura’s western side in the Hase district, a short walk from Kōtoku-in, home of the Great Buddha. From Kamakura Station and Komachi Street, it’s about…