Decided on a Friday night, departed Saturday morning. Hakone's hot springs, Chichibu's valleys, Tateyama's sea. A different world just 2 hours from Tokyo.
Japan, 250-0408 Kanagawa Prefecture, Ashigarashimo District, Hakone Town, Gora 1300-34
A luxurious hot spring inn in Hakone Gora, where you can enjoy the mountain scenery of the four seasons exclusively from your room with an open-air bath.
Enoshima Island
Japan, 251-0036 Kanagawa Prefecture, Fujisawa City, Enoshima
Enjoy a visit to Enoshima Shrine on this Shonan island, savor the famous octopus crackers, and admire the superb views of Sagami Bay from the observation deck.
Hokokuji Temple Bamboo Garden
Japan, 248-0003 Kanagawa Prefecture, Kamakura City, Jomyoji 2-7-4
Experience a fantastical space created by green bamboo and sunlight filtering through the trees at this Zen temple surrounded by bamboo groves in Kamakura.
Mitsumine Shrine
Japan, 369-1902 Saitama Prefecture, Chichibu City, Mitsumine 298-1
A power spot located in the inner sanctuary of Chichibu, offering a superb view of the sea of clouds and the Kanto Plain from a scenic mountain climb.
Savor authentic Hoto while gazing at Mt. Fuji, and enjoy Yamanashi's local cuisine and superb views at the same time.
Jogasaki Coast
Japan, 413-0231 Shizuoka Prefecture, Ito City, Futo
Experience the powerful scenery of cliffs and thrilling views from the suspension bridge on Ito's lava coast.
Mt. Takao
Japan, 193-0844 Tokyo, Hachioji City, Takao Town, Mt. Takao
A sacred mountain easily accessible from the city, where you can enjoy spectacular views from the summit by cable car and on foot.
Yoro Valley
Japan, 298-0267 Chiba Prefecture, Isumi District, Oh taki Town, Katto
Enjoy the beauty of the valley throughout the seasons in this hidden gem of Chiba, with the colorful natural beauty especially overwhelming during the autumn foliage season.
Okinoshima Island
Japan, 294-0035 Chiba Prefecture, Tateyama City, Fujimi, Okinoshima Island
The charm lies in the mystical experience of walking to Tateyama's uninhabited island and swimming in the crystal-clear sea.
A coast famous for its Kawazu cherry blossoms on the Miura Peninsula, offering a superb view of the contrast between the February cherry blossoms and the blue sea.
Nippara Limestone Cave
Japan, 198-0211 Tokyo, Nishitama District, Okutama Town, Nippara 1052
Experience a mystical underground exploration and natural air conditioning, unbelievable for being in Tokyo, in Okutama's natural limestone cave.