“Yokohama is a harbor town which has developed rapidly since 1859, the year when Yokohama opened its port, and has adopted foreign cultures more readily than other towns. While new spots continue to turn up, Yokohama still retains historical buildings such as European-style houses which are a reminder of when the port first opened. Yokohama is an attractive city where the past and the future meet.”
“Kawasaki is known for its advanced industry which leads Japan into the future. The surrounding nature and murmuring of streams which bring healing, the industrial historic scenes where one can experience intellectual adventures, and the famous Kawasaki Daishi, one of the top three most-visited temples in Japan during the New Year season… Kawasaki boasts its own variety of colorful attractions.”
“Miura-Peninsula is surrounded by the ocean on three sides and is famous for its rich natural environment. You are sure to enjoy the delicious fish, vegetables, and fruits. Since it is famous for the arrival of Commodore Perry, Miura-Peninsula maintains a number of historical sites such as Mikasa Park where you can see “Mikasa,” one of the three major memorial ships in the world.”
“Kamakura is an ancient capital city where the Kamakura Shogunate, a feudal military dictatorship ruled by the shoguns, was established. There are a number of historical Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples remaining in this area, including the famous Daibutsu statue. Enoshima, a scenic area with many historical sites and legends, and Katase Beach, which has been called the “Miami Beach of the East,” overflow with tourists in the summer season.”
“Tanzawa-Oyama/Ashigara is called a “Mecca” of outdoor activities and has an abundance of green scenery and water. It is a great place to enjoy camping, barbecues, and mountain climbing and hiking, not to mention hotels with hot spring facilities. The view of Mt. Fuji is splendid and changes dramatically from season to season.”
“Odawara is a castle town with a long history and culture, as well as a beautiful natural environment. Hakone is an international tourist destination with beautiful scenery such as Ashinoko (a lake), Mt. Fuji, and attractive hot springs. Yugawara has been a famous hot spring area since the Manyo era. It is also known as an international site-seeing area with a number of historic sites, attractions and museums.”
“80% of the Oku-Sagami Area is covered with natural woodlands, and it is the central part of Kanagawa Prefecture which has flourished as the center of the Sagami Area since the Heian period. The Sagami River flows through green valleys and provides clean streams where you may enjoy swimming, barbecues or fishing.”