Hodosan Shrine (Hodosan Jinja) — Nagatoro
What kind of place this is Hodosan Shrine is a Shinto shrine set at the edge of Nagatoro, where the town gives way to low, forested hills. The grounds are…
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.
Narukawa Art Museum – Modern Nihonga Above Lake Ashi
What this museum is Narukawa Art Museum sits on the hillside above Moto-Hakone, overlooking Lake Ashi. It is a private museum devoted to modern nihonga—Japanese-style painting—set in a position where…
Hakone Komagatake Ropeway – What to Expect, How to Visit, and When to Go
What this place is and why people come Hakone Komagatake Ropeway is a short cable car ride that lifts visitors from the shore of Lake Ashi to the summit of…
Tsurugaoka Hachimangū: Kamakura’s Iconic Shrine of History, Seasons, and Tradition
Tsurugaoka Hachimangū stands at the northern end of Kamakura and serves as the city’s primary Shinto shrine. Most visitors begin near Kamakura Station, where movement through the city naturally splits…
Owakudani in Hakone — Active Volcanic Valley Between Lake Ashi and Gora
Where Owakudani Sits in Hakone Owakudani is an active volcanic valley in the mountains of Hakone, where sulfur vents release steam across a wide, exposed slope. Most visitors encounter it…
Hase-dera Temple, Kamakura — Hillside Gardens and Views Over Sagami Bay
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…