Explore the charms of Kanagawa through top sightseeing destinations in Yokohama, Kamakura and Hakone.
From the mountainous hot springs of Hakone, to the Great Buddha of Kamakura, to the nightlife of Yokohama's Minato Mirai area – a day trip to Kanagawa promises something for everyone.
Tokyo's neighbor and Japan's second biggest city, the historical port town of Yokohama provides a plethora of museums, art spaces and entertainment venue
The ancient capital of Japan, Kamakura is a stunning seaside town and popular destination known for its traditional temples and culture.
To the west of Kanagawa, Hakone is known for its expansive and abundant nature, onsen hot springs and views of Mount Fuji from Lake Ashi.
Kanagawa Originals
Kanagawa offers a wide range of unique and one-of-a-kind events that are sure to make any trip here extra special at any time of the year. From traditional summertime festivals to seasonal blooms or winter illuminations, find out what’s happening with our Kanagawa event calendar.
Using the bamboo remaining in Fujisawa City, we make bamboo charcoal as well as sell bamboo shoots. Every year on the 3rd Sunday of April, the Bamboo...
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Yudate Kagura is a traditional event was handed down in 1776. While the Shinto ritual of yudate exists throughout Japan, it is not so common for it be...
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The "U.S. Army Camp Zama Cherry Blossom Festival" is an annual event where the U.S. army base in Zama, Japan, opens to the public. Take a stroll inside...
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With the concept of "made with 720,000 people" and "seeking symbiosis of people, things, and nature", we greet everyone with entertainment such as citizens'...
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The festival of flying kites in Zama started in the Edo period as an event to celebrate Boys' Festival. Every year on May 4th and 5th, the Ookite Festival,...
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“Hana to Utsuwa no Harmony” is an early summer event that started in 2001. The event takes place at 7 Yamate Seiyoukans in Yokohama. The theme of 2017...
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There are 5000 hydrangeas in this rice paddy area worth the size of 3.6 Tokyo Domes. Enjoy a leisurely walk as you take in the sights of the fields green...
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The Tanabata Festival is held throughout the city, centering on the Hiratsuka Station North Exit shopping street. It is one of the three major Tanabata...
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The tradition of Yudate-kagura has been passed on since 1776. Spiritual rituals with the use of boiling water are performed throughout the country, but...
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While Enoshima has a strong image of swimming during the summer, a new event with the theme of "Cool Evening" has started and is opened only during a...
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Kibune Shrine’s Kibune Festival, set in Manazuru, is considered one of Japan’s three major ship festivals and occurs annually in late July. It is...
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The Kamimizo Summer Festival has been held in Sagamihara since the end of the Edo period (1603-1868). The festival is said to be dedicated to Emperor...
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This is a festival of Inage Jinja Shrine which takes place at the beginning of August. On the last day, two portable shrines called "Kujaku (peacock)"...
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The Ayu Matsuri Grand Fireworks Display is held on the first night of the festival, and the viewing area and the firework launch site are close together...
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Every year, about 5,000 people come to the Bon Odori in early August to remember and give thanks to their ancestors. In addition to a Bon Odori dance...
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Please visit the facility's website for the latest information. Yomiuriland Jewellumination is an event held every winter in Yomiuri Land. World-famous...
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In Yokohama in winter, many illumination events will be held at Yokohama's representative sightseeing spots and shopping streets, including “Yokohama's...
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Since the opening of the port of Yokohama, this chic district was the earliest to adopt the modern western culture with its many shops aimed at foreigners....
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Illumination event that started in 2007 and is opened from November until February.
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Sagamiko Illumillion is Kanto's largest illumination event with 6 million shining orbs. It is also certified as one of the three major illuminations in...
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The Night Time Illumination of Mt. Oyama is held from mid to late November each year. Visitors can enjoy magnificent red leaves on Mt. Oyama as well as...
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Through to 2019, the festival was held as a comprehensive event with stages, parades, and other daytime events and fireworks. Starting in 2020, "Sparkling...
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The Kaisei Awa Odori dance festival is held in mid-September and features spectacular dances performed by local residents' associations and companies,...
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To this day, the working-class shopping district of Misaki still maintains a Showa-era atmosphere. Here you can find delicious tuna dishes and other tasty...
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The Hakone Daimyo Procession is one of Hakone's most famous festivals and held on November 3 every year. Under a clear autumn sky, a total of more than...
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One of Japan's largest citywide illumination events. A spectacular show of the harbor's waterfront, historical buildings, and modern buildings will be...
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On December 6th the Yamabushi (ascetic monks) in their traditional clothing pray for peace and tranquility across the country. They carry out Yamabushi-Mondou,...
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On December 17th and 18th, the first daruma fair of the season in the Kanto Region is held at Iizumizan Shōfuku-ji Temple, the 5th amulet issuing temple...
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This is the largest wintersweet (robai) garden in Japan. You can enjoy the pretty flowers and sweet scent of about 3000 plants with about 20,000 branches...
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This is a fire festival held during Little New Year (around January 14) that has continued since the Edo period. In summer, nine sites are set up on the...
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The Odawara Plum Festival is held from early February through early march each year. The Soga Plum Forest is the primary venue, and that is made up of...
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It is said that the ume (plum) groves were first planted by the Hojo clan during the Warring States period to provide food for the troops (some theories...
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From Nishihirabatake Park you can see an astounding view of Mount Fuji, which is even recognized by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and...
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This event is held every year from early February to mid-March in the Yugawara Plum Grove (Makuyama Park). On the foot slope of "Makuyama" where magnificent...
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Jul 17 2024
The "Kanagawa Sea Ride" is now in operation, offering boat rides around Enoshima (Shonan Port) and other locations in Sagami Bay! You can travel without worrying about traffic jams and crowded public...
