Kanagawa Prefecture

ENJOY JAPAN KANAGAWA IS WAITING FOR YOU

A video to introduce Kanagawa to the world has just been released. In addition to the famous sightseeing spots of Yokohama, Kamakura and Hakone, Kanagawa has many more to recommend, like Jogashima & Misaki, Oyama, Oiso and Enoshima.

Watch the video and visit the shooting locations, then you are already an expert on Kanagawa!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eV2A7WMFmlc

Hakone

Widely-known in Japan and overseas as the hot-spring resort.

Enjoy Japan’s best view points, such as Owakudani (volcanic valley) filled with volcanic smoke and Mt. Fuji, the symbol of Japan, behind Lake Ashinoko.

 

Enoshima Island

Located at the iconic Shonan area which is best remembered for its beaches.

Historical spots and lush greenery attract many of visitors throughout the year, especially in summer.

 

Jogashima Island

Jogashima Island, the biggest natural island in the prefecture, is located at the farthest south of the Miura Peninsula and known for its dynamic landscapes of blue sea and indented coastline.

Umanose-domon (Sea Cave), the natural erosion created by waves, winds and rains over time, makes you feel the mystery of nature.

 

Oiso

Shigitatsuan (haiku house) at Oiso.

One of the three great haiku houses of Japan with history of 300 years is located in Oiso Town in the coastal area of Sagami Bay.  Hosts of the house hold schools and lectures of Japanese literature including haiku, making the place a centre for education and local culture.

Oyama

Koma-sando (approach to shrine) at Oyama.

Mt. Oyama, situated at the middle of Kanagawa Pref., boasts rich nature and long history as one of the icons of mountain worship.  Koma-sando is lined with souvenir shops and retains the atmosphere of the good old days of Japan.

 

 Misaki

“Fisherina Wharf Urari” at Misaki. Located adjacent to the Misaki Fishery Port, Urari is a hub for marine leisure activities and the base of boats to Jogashima Island. Visitors can enjoy shopping for local products including vegetables, tuna and other fish.  Neighbouring restaurants offer special dishes made with tuna.

 

Kanagawa Prefecture

Located south of capital Tokyo, Kanagawa has the second largest population in Japan.

There are many fascinating places, such as the port city of Yokohama, Kamakura, the ancient city of Samurai, and Hakone, the leading hot-spring resort, as well as beautiful ocean and mountains.

 

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