Yugawara Onsen Guide: Nature, Temples and Coastal Charm Near Tokyo
Looking for a peaceful getaway from Tokyo thatās completely off-the-beaten path? Let me introduce you to Yugawara, an overlooked but charming onsen town tucked along Sagami Bay. Just under two hours from the city, Yugawara has long been known as a hot spring destination, yet it remains under the radar compared to nearby Atami. I spent a weekend in Yugawara and loved how relaxed and nostalgic it felt.
Garden Necklace Yokohama: A Colourful Springtime Stroll Through Yokohama Harbour
Yokohama is one of my favourite day trips from Tokyo. Every year, the city organises the āGarden Necklace Yokohamaā Event, which celebrates flower blossoming and springtime in the city's various green spaces. From March to June, Yokohama's parks and gardens celebrate spring with impressive flower displays, from cherry blossom to tulips, roses, azaleas and much more.
Explore Sarushima: A Unique Day Trip Destination in Tokyo Bay
Located not far from the port of Yokosuka, in Kanagawa Prefecture, Sarushima is the only uninhabited island of Tokyo Bay. With its fort ruins, luxuriant forest, clear sea and barbecue and leisure facilities, it is great destination for a half-day or a full day trip from Tokyo. In this article, you can learn more about this hidden gem near Tokyo and get useful information to prepare for your own visit of Sarushima.
Discover Kamakuraās Hydrangeas: Perfect One-Day Itinerary
Kamakura is a fantastic and popular excursion from Tokyo all year round, but particularly in June, when the rainy season transforms this ancient city into a hydrangea fairytale. In this article, you can read about the walking itinerary I followed on a day trip from Tokyo to admire the hydrangeas in Kamakura, but also to see many of the main sights of Kamakura while introducing some lesser-known spots that I particularly enjoyed.
Soga Plum Festival: 10 Photos to Make You Want to Go
Here are some of my favourite photos from my visit to the Soga Plum Festival in 2023. I hope they'll inspire you to find out more about this amazing but little-known festival that takes place near Tokyo in February, and to add the Soga Plum Festival to your Japan travel bucket list!
Amazing Plum Blossoms Near Tokyo: the Soga Plum Festival
The Soga Plum Festival is my favorite Ume matsuri (plum blossom festival) near Tokyo. It is held every year in February to celebrate the blossoming of 35,000 plum trees. Located to the north-east of Odawara, it is easily accessible by train from central Tokyo, and makes a great day-trip idea from the Japanese capital in February.
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