13 Hattori Farm in Kanagawa Cathy Cawood Picturesque Hattori Farm in Kanagawa has sheep, horses, ponies, donkeys, pigs, rabbits, chickens and goats. It is an easy day trip from Tokyo.
Shibazakura Festival in Misato 2026 Early Apr - Early May Known as one of the famous places to view Shibazakura (moss phlox), the 4.1 hectare Misato Shibazakura Park entertains many visitors with its carpet of
12 Kamakura's Myoo-in Temple Steve Morton Heading to eastern Kamakura? Be sure to visit to the small but impressive Godaido Myoo-in Temple where you can relax whilst escaping the crowds
13 Yumemigasaki Zoo in Kawasaki Michael Williams Red pandas, monkeys, zebras and more in this free zoo, situated half an hour away from Tokyo.
16 Culture Fukui Castle in Spring Takako Sakamoto Beautiful cherry blossoms decorating Fukui Castle Ruins in spring. If you are lucky, you can view them with snow-capped mountains in the background!
Accommodation Yamanaka Campground in Mitsuse Tristan Scholze Yamanaka Campground in the village of Mitsuse, Saga, lies at the base of the hikable Mt. Kana and near some excellent cafes.
6 Winter Views in Wakayama Mandy Bartok You don't have to go far to appreciate the iced-over tree branches,
9 Kaminoshima Church in Nagasaki Takako Sakamoto Kaminoshima Church in Nagasaki with a pure-white statue of the Virgin Mary. Learn the history of Christian martyrdom in Japan of the past!
