A complete one-day guide to crossing the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route through Japan's Northern Alps: cable cars, ropeways and electric buses, late-autumn snow, tickets, luggage forwarding, and what to wear.
Atami, just 40 minutes by Shinkansen (bullet train) from Tokyo, is home to the famous power spot Izu Shrine (伊豆山神社), known for love connections and good fortune. Surrounded by a tranquil forest, the serene grounds feature highlights like a heart-shaped sculpture and a red and white dragon fountain. This powerful spot, steeped in the legend of Minamoto no Yoritomo and Hojo Masako's union, is a hidden gem known to those in the know.
A castle-themed park in Atami where you can wear samurai armor and kimono for free photo shoots. From the 160m high observation deck, enjoy a 360-degree view of Sagami Bay. With just the entrance fee, you can play unlimited games at the arcade, and the scenic foot bath is also free. Experience holding a real Japanese sword. A complete guide to Atami Castle, a favorite among families with children.
Inuyama Castle Town, located at the foot of the National Treasure Inuyama Castle (犬山城), is a charming tourist spot known for its historic streets from the Edo period and delicious street food. Centered around Honmachi Street, we introduce local specialties like Hida beef sushi (飛騨牛にぎり寿司) and Gohei-mochi (五平餅), along with ways to enjoy strolling through the retro townscape.
Inuyama Castle in Aichi Prefecture is a National Treasure and one of Japan's oldest original wooden castle towers. Scientific studies have confirmed that the wood used dates back to around 1585-1588.
At the foot of Inuyama Castle, Sanko Inari Shrine is a photogenic spot with pink heart-shaped ema and red torii gates. It's a popular power spot known for blessings in love and financial luck.
