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Yugawara Onsen Guide: Nature, Temples and Coastal Charm Near Tokyo
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Yugawara Onsen Guide: Nature, Temples and Coastal Charm Near Tokyo

Looking for a peaceful getaway from Tokyo that’s 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.

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Garden Necklace Yokohama: A Colourful Springtime Stroll Through Yokohama Harbour
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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 ā€˜Garden Necklace Yokohama’ 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.

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Explore Sarushima: A Unique Day Trip Destination in Tokyo Bay
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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.

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Discover Kamakura’s Hydrangeas: Perfect One-Day Itinerary
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Discover Kamakura’s 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.

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