Discover the best of Kanagawa’s culture and arts
Kanagawa Prefecture represents one of Japan’s biggest cultural centers. Learn what makes Kanagawa unique, with a range of traditional festivals, historical shrines/temples and local crafts to discover. In the cities, get to know Yokohama’s pop culture offerings, including a range of anime- and manga inspired locations, art museums as well as nightlife options.
Cultural highlights
Explore some of Kanagawa's best things to do and places to go.
Cultural highlights
Explore some of Kanagawa's best things to do and places to go.
Cultural experiences
Immerse yourself in some of Kanagawa's experiences, from outdoor adventures to hands-on traditional activities
Cultural events
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.
Cultural Trips
Discover Kanagawa Prefecture’s hidden gems and cultural marvels through a curated collection of articles by talented local writers.
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Fujisawa
Real-Life Anime Locations in Enoshima
Easily go around with this tour! See locations featured in movies, as well as places that were used...
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Kawasaki
Musashi-Kosugi Neighborhood Stroll
Following Kawasaki Station and Shinyurigaoka Station, the booming town of Musashikosugi is not only...
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Hakone
A Hakone Day of Art
A course for touring Hakone’s two largest art museums.
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Hakone
The Art and Nature of Hakone
Along with a stunning view of a symbol of fall—pampas grass—you'll be going through scenic spots...
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Yokohama
Dress-up and Textile Tour in Yokohama
This is a popular course where you'll be walking down the streets of Yokohama in a kimono (or hakama)....
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Hakone
Yudate-Shishimai Lion Dance at Sengokuhara
A shrine with a yudate (Shinto ritual in which the priest sprinkles water) tradition passed down from...
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Yokohama
Tsurumi's Festivals: Discover Bon-Odori, Okinawan, and Brazilian Tradition
The city of Tsurumi has prospered corresponding to the development of Keihin Industrial region (Tokyo,...