JR TOKYO Wide PASS
Adult 10,180JPY
Child 5,090JPY
The JR TOKYO Wide PASS is for the exclusive use of holders of a non-Japanese passport. (I.e. Japanese nationals cannot use it.)
Senso-ji Temple
Senso-ji Temple is the oldest temple in Tokyo. The Furaijinmon (Kaminarimon) Gate at the entrance is the symbol of Senso-ji Temple, and the approach to the temple bustles with visitors and tourists all year round.
closeTokyo Skytree
Tokyo Skytree is the world's tallest tower at 634 meters high. From the two viewing decks, you can get a panoramic bird's eye view of Tokyo and the surrounding areas. On clear days, you can even see Mount Fuji in the distance!
closeImperial Palace
Tokyo's Imperial Palace is the residence of the country's Imperial Family. The public can visit the beautiful parks, built on the former site of Edo castle. Located in the heart of Tokyo city near Tokyo Station, it is also a popular spot for viewing cherry blossoms in spring.
closeShowa Memorial Park
Located in the city of Tachikawa, Showa Memorial Park spans a whopping 160 hectares and boasts beautiful seasonal flowers. Only 30 minutes from central Tokyo, this spacious park is a popular spot for flower-viewing, with many Japanese and Western style gardens, water features and walking trails. The park was opened to commemorate the 50th year of the Showa Emperor's reign, hence the name Showa Memorial Park.
closeShinjuku Gyoen
A short walk from Shinjuku Station, Shinjuku Gyoen is one of Tokyo's most popular parks. It is also one of the biggest. Paying a small admission fee is required to enter the peaceful and tranquil park, which is a contrast to the bustling district surrounding it. Shinjuku Gyoen is one of Tokyo's best and most popular spots to view cherry blossoms in spring.
closeKamogawa Sea World
" Built around the theme of ""wanting to interact with the marine world,"" Sea World is an aquarium that raises and exhibits more than 11,000 freshwater and sea creatures representing 800 different species. The charm of the orcas—kings of the sea—dolphins, sea lions and belugas make their performances particularly popular. Sea World has lots of other attractions, too, including Tropical Island where visitors experience the South Seas, and Rocky Stadium where animals can be seen in their natural state."
closeNaritasan Shinshoji Temple
" Founded in 940, Naritasan Shinshoji Temple has held the faith of people for more than a thousand years. Including some three million people visiting at New Year's, the temple sees more than 10 million visitors a year. Experience a bit of the monk's life yourself, copying a Buddhist sutra (""shakyo"") or taking a religious session in Mikkyo Zazen, in which you learn to meditate and clear your mind of worldly thoughts."
closeMitsui Outlet Park Kisarazu
Located in Kisarazu, Chiba Prefecture, this is one of the largest outlet malls in the greater Tokyo area. Its proximity to Narita and Haneda Airports makes it convenient to get there. The types of shops range from luxury brands and select shops to sporting and outdoor goods, accessories and fashion. And remember to stop by the food court. The rooftop terrace offers a view of Tokyo Bay, the Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line, the Tokyo Sky Tree and Mt. Fuji.
closeKawagoe
Kawagoe is a charming town in Saitama which makes for a great day trip from Tokyo. The town features buildings in the old Edo style, and is often known as Little Edo. A popular activity is renting yukata or kimono and taking a walk down the street. Some of the highlights include the Toki no Kane bell tower, the Hikawa Shrine and Kashiya Yokocho (Candy Alley).
closeOmiya Bonsai Village
Bonsai is the art of cultivating miniature trees in an aesthetic manner. Omiya Bonsai Village features a bonsai art museum and many bonsai nurseries along the streets of the neighborhood. In the museum, you can learn about bonsai. It also has English audio guides and English descriptions to cater to foreign visitors.
closeRailway Museum
The Railway Museum in Saitama showcases the history of railway in Japan, and has a large collection of old train models like shinkansen and steam locomotives. There are also exciting simulators and hands-on activities that the whole family can enjoy. This place is a must-visit for any train enthusiast!
closeMinato Mirai 21
The modern development of Minato Mirai 21 offers a wealth of attractions catering to just about any taste. Get your pulse pounding at Yokohama Cosmo World, a waterfront amusement park that features Japan's largest clock-display Ferris wheel, Cosmo Clock 21. From Queen's Square Yokohama to the historic architecture of the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse this area offers several charming shopping locales. After scratching that shopping itch at Yokohama's one-of-a-kind facilities, try heading to one of the tallest buildings in the Kanto area, the Landmark Tower. The 69th floor Sky Garden offers breathtaking views of the sparkling nighttime metropolis.
closeYamashita Park
Perfect for a leisurely stroll, you'll find many locals enjoying the sea air at this beautiful waterfront park. Constructed in the 1930's and now resting before the park, the Nippon Yusen Hikawa Maru ocean liner has been converted into a maritime museum. Along with the Yokohama Marine Tower and the lush park itself you'll have plenty of photo opportunities. The Sea Bus, departing from the Yokohama Station east exit, is available for those wishing to travel to the park in style. Kick back and take in the best of the bay area sights on this short cruise.
closeChinatown
Coming into existence with the opening of the Port of Yokohama, this Chinatown is brimming with the energy you'd expect from one of the world's largest. Pass under one of the intricate and magnificent surrounding gates and find world-class Chinese restaurants a stone's throw in any direction.
closeKamakura
Japan's de facto capital from the late 12th to early 14th century, Kamakura is best known for its large bronze Buddha statue, Kamakura Daibutsu. Due to its proximity to Tokyo and small size, Kamakura is popular as a day trip for tourists. The city's many old Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines can be explored by walking or renting bicycles.
closeThe Jogasaki Coast
Jogasaki makes up part of the eastern coast of the Izu Peninsula and is a fantastic example of a ria, or sawtooth, coast. The highlights of the area are the jagged cliffs stretching along the sea, and a trail following the coast gives hikers a splendid view. Another must-see attraction is the suspension bridge that spans the cliffs at Kadowakizaki Point whose 23 meter height thrills all who cross it. A pleasant 40 minute walk from the bridge will bring you to Izu Ocean Park, which is a very popular place to catch a glimpse of wild birds and seasonal flowers or even try your hand at snorkeling or scuba diving in the Pacific Ocean's deep blue waters.
closeKawazu Sakura
Kawazu-zakura is a type of early-blooming cherry blossoms, with vivid pink petals. The pretty pink trees line the banks of the Kawazu River, and are illuminated at night during the festival period. As it flowers slowly compared to the common someiyoshino, the blooming period is usually early February to early March, and the flowers can be enjoyed for a long time.
closeAtagawa Tropical and Alligator Garden
This botanical and zoological garden has remained a popular Izu area attraction for more than 50 years and with good reason. Making use of the heat of the area's natural spring water, this park raises and breeds alligator species from around the world that teeter on the brink of extinction. Many other exotic creatures inhabit this park, such as the lesser panda, giant tortoise and flamingo. Also boasting an abundance of vividly colored tropical plants and incense, this garden is a real treat to behold.
closeKaruizawa
Located at an altitude of 1,000m, Karuizawa is a cool getaway from Tokyo. Only 60 minutes away by bullet train, you can relax and take a break at this mountain resort. Shopaholics can get their fix of retail therapy at the Prince Shopping Plaza, a huge outlet mall with over 200 shops. Nearby, there are also scenic nature spots like Kumoba Pond, Shiraito Waterfall, and Onioshidashi Park, which can be reached by bus.
closeGALA Yuzawa Snow Resort
Recommended for families or day trips from Tokyo, Gala Yuzawa is only 75 minutes by bullet train, and is directly connected to the shinkansen station. After exiting the gantry, you’re facing the counter to purchase your gondola tickets! All items can be rented (jackets, pants, shoes, equipment, etc) so you can come empty handed! JR East Pass holders get special discounts. Beginner lessons are offered in English, Chinese and Thai. Other than skiing / snowboarding, people who just want to enjoy playing in the snow can try out the snow mobile ride or snow sledding.
closeYubatake/Yumomi
Kusatsu Onsen boasts the highest output volume of natural spring water in Japan. To see what this means for yourself, head over to the hot water field of Yubatake, the symbol of Kusatsu located in the center of this hot spring town. Here hot spring water gushes forth into the open air, is cooled to bathing temperature and transported, undiluted, to nearby inns. An amazing 4,000 liters of spring water emerge every minute, giving rise to the dense white steam and sulfuric smell that floats around the town. Catch a whiff and you'll know you've truly arrived in Kusatsu. The traditional Yumomi method of cooling the spring water to bathing temperature without diluting its purity is also a sight to see. Hot spring workers stir the water with large paddles while singing local Kusatsu folk songs. Visitors can watch a performance and the more adventurous can even participate themselves.
closeKusatsu Onsen
Producing water highly valued for its superior quality, Kusatsu Onsen is one of Japan's three most famous hot springs. With waters said to cure anything but a broken heart, visitors will definitely want to take a dip. Clear and bracing air combined with a luxurious soak in a hot spring will bring relaxation to the mind and body. Those wishing for a fully-clothed taste of the hot spring experience will enjoy a visit to the Yukemuri-tei onsen at the nearby all-cypress wooden pavilion. Here you can bathe your hands and feet in pure spring water drawn from the Yubatake hot water field. Just a few minutes in this highly acidic water should have your body feeling warm and refreshed from the therapeutic effects of the hot spring.
closeMinakami
Nestled within the Tanigawa mountain range, this land of hot springs offers more than just bathing. With a scenic background of beautiful mountain valleys, Minakami has been visited frequently by prominent figures throughout history. But it's also a perfect place for the adventurer to truly experience the splendor of these surroundings. Take a thrilling river rafting trip down the Tonegawa, Kanto area's fastest river, or spend a more leisurely day canoeing on Lake Okutone or Naramata. You can even soar like an eagle and get a bird's-eye view of the rolling landscape by paragliding above it all. After a day full of outdoor excitement you'll want to retire to the hot springs for a long refreshing soak.
closeHitachi Seaside Park
Hitachi Seaside Park is best known for the sprawling hills of nemophila in spring, and bright red kochia in autumn. Nemophila have small, translucent blue petals, and is also known as "baby blue eyes". During end April to early May, Hitachi Seaside Park's Miharashi-no-oka Hill is covered with 4.5 million of these beautiful blue flowers! With a color similar to the sky, the sight of at the all-blue flower + sky scenery is fantasy-like and calming. As it is a park, there are other flowers to see as well, like brightly colored poppies and tulips.
closeKairakuen
Along with Kenroku-en in Kanazawa and Korakuen in Okayama, Kairakuen is one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan. With 3,000 trees on the grounds representing some 100 species of plum trees, the park is quite lively in early spring with plum tree blossom viewers. Each season has major points of note: cherry blossoms in spring, rhododendrons in early summer, bamboo and sugi (cedar) in summer and maples in fall.
closeFukuroda Falls
Counted among the three great waterfalls of Japan, Fukuroda Falls boasts a height of 120 meters and a breadth of 73 meters. Changing through the seasons, the flow of the water over the rock may be smooth or ferocious, but regardless, Fukuroda Falls is a highlight of this trip.
closeMount Tsukuba
At a height of 877 meters, Mount Tsukuba towers over the Kanto Plain. Made up of two peaks, Mount Nantai (871 meters) and Mount Nyotai (877 meters), Mount Tsukuba's beauty makes it one of the 100 Famous Japanese Mountains. Equipped with an aerial tramway, Mount Tsukuba is excellent for mountain climbing and hiking even for children and beginners.
closeAshikaga Flower Park
Ashikaga Flower Park is famed for its beautiful purple wisteria, which bloom in late-April / early May. Recently, a train station was opened right beside the park in 2018 to make access more convenient. Wisteria also comes in yellow and white, thought purple is the most stunning. In the evenings during peak blooming period, there are illuminations. As it is a flower park, other than wisteria there are also many other seasonal flowers on display. Be sure to try wisteria ice cream!
closeNikko Toshogu Shrine
This World Heritage designated shrine is dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu who founded the Tokugawa shogunate that ruled Japan during the Edo period (1603-1867). The finest techniques available at the time were put to use in the carving and coloration of the shrine's architectural ornamentation. The Sunlight Gate (Yomei-mon) is also known as the Twilight Gate because its beauty is so great that visitors can gaze upon it all day and not grow tired of the sight. The stable of the shrine's sacred horses bears a carving of monkeys to protect its inhabitants. These three monkeys who hear, speak, and see no evil are famous worldwide.
closeNikko Futarasan Shrine
A site of worship for many centuries as the center of Nikko's sangaku shinko mountain faith this shrine is now a designated World Heritage Site. Over 70% of Japan is mountainous, a fact that no doubt gave rise to this tradition of beliefs and religious practices which focus on those very mountains. A graceful red lacquered bridge known as the Sacred Bridge, or Shinkyo, serves as the entrance to Nikko's holy ground and was once closed to commoners. Now, it is open to the public and anyone can take in Nikko's natural splendor from atop the bridge. The Sacred Bridge is the oldest bridge in Japan built in a gorge-spanning drawbridge style and is considered one of Japan's three most beautiful bridges.
closeKegon Falls
Of the 48 waterfalls in Nikko, this one is the most famous. The water from Lake Chuzenji falls 97 meters and the naturally created beauty of its surroundings make for a stirring sight earning it a spot among Japan's three most famous waterfalls. If you venture to Lake Chuzenji you'll be rewarded with a view of Mt. Nantai and see why it is believed to be sacred by those who follow the mountain faith.
closeKinugawa Onsen
Discovered in 1692, this hot spring near the Kinugawa River is known as one of the North Kanto region's finest. A stunning view of the river valley can be had from the summit of neighboring Mount Maruyama all year round. The river was named after the impression its fierce rapids gave of an angry demon. Thrill-seekers will delight in embarking on a rafting adventure to take on those very demons.
closeShosenkyo Gorge
One of Yamanashi's most famous sightseeing locations, Shosenkyo Gorge is designated as a special place of scenic beauty in Chichibu Tama Kai National Park. Formed of unusual rock formations of granite eroded by the mountain stream, the beautiful valley is considered to be one of Japan's most spectacular sceneries. An aerial tram that climbs from Isawa to Shosenkyo Gorge is available for those wanting to get out and explore. Ride the tram and enjoy a stroll 1,058 meters above the sea.
closeKawaguchiko
A symbol of Japan, the majestic Mt Fuji can be enjoyed from Kawaguchiko, where the views of the lake together with the mountain provide a stunning image. Kawaguchiko also has a lot of onsen hotels, which provide magnificent views of the lake the the mountains from their outdoor hot springs.
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