Showing posts with label Aichi. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Aichi. Show all posts

Cape Irago

 Cape Irago is a sightseeing spot located at the tip of the Atsumi Peninsula in Aichi Prefecture. You can overlook the Pacific Ocean to Ise Bay and Mikawa Bay, and the white lighthouse is a symbol. You can see Kamijima, which was the stage of Yukio Mishima's "Shiosai". There is also a promenade from the lighthouse, and the contrast between the blue sea and the white lighthouse that spreads out in front of you is beautiful.


There are also Irago Cape Park and Irago Beach around Cape Irago.


The access method is as follows.

Immediately after getting off at Meitetsu Bus "Irago Misaki"

About 30 minutes on foot from JR Tokaido Main Line "Toyokawa Station"

I hope you have a wonderful trip!





Here is a website where you can obtain detailed information about Cape Irago.

https://www.aichi-now.jp/spots/detail/48/

Inuyama Castle

 Inuyama Castle is a national treasure castle located in Inuyama City, Aichi Prefecture. Around the castle is Inuyama Park, which is famous for its cherry blossoms. There is also a museum inside the castle that displays weapons and armor.


Inuyama Castle is one of Japan's oldest castles with a castle tower, standing on the banks of the Kiso River. Around the castle is Inuyama Park, which is famous for its cherry blossoms.


Inuyama Castle is a historical structure and is popular with many tourists because of its beauty. There is also a museum inside the castle that displays weapons and armor.


The access method to Inuyama Castle is as follows.

  From Meitetsu Nagoya Station to Inuyama Station, it takes about 25 minutes by limited express MU-SKY and get off at Inuyama Station.The castle town spreads out within a 20-minute walk from Inuyama Station, and you can enjoy walking around the castle town starting from Inuyama Station.


Please visit once!




Here is a website where you can obtain detailed information about Inuyama Castle.

https://inuyama-castle.jp/

Atsuta Jingu Shrine

 Atsuta Jingu Shrine is a shrine located in the southern part of Nagoya City, and is a famous place visited by nearly 6.5 million worshipers annually. Atsuta Shrine has 28 shrines, a huge tree, and spots where you can expect various benefits.


Atsuta Shrine is famous for enshrining Kusanagi sword. According to the Nihonshoki, the Kusanagi sword was given to Susano-no-Mikoto by Amaterasu Omikami at the time of the descending of the sun goddess.


In addition, there is a walking path called "Kokoro no Komichi" in the precincts of Atsuta Jingu, where you can enjoy forest bathing.


The access method is as follows.

Immediately after getting off at Atsuta Jingu Station on the Higashiyama Subway Line

About 15 minutes on foot from JR Tokaido Main Line "Atsuta Station"

I hope you have a wonderful trip!



Here is a website where you can obtain detailed information about Atsuta Jingu Shrine.

https://www.atsutajingu.or.jp/

Nagoya Castle

Nagoya Castle is one of Japan's castles and was built as a base for the Owari Tokugawa family. The golden shachihoko decorated with the castle tower is famous, and it is a popular sightseeing spot that many people visit. Nagoya Castle has a lot to offer. First of all, you can enjoy the gorgeous architectural style of the Edo period at the Honmaru Palace, which has been restored by craftsmen. Also, don't miss the corner turret, where you can feel the history from the time of its foundation, and the art museums and museums inside the castle. Various seasonal events are held at Nagoya Castle. During the cherry blossom and autumn leaves seasons, you can see Nagoya Castle lit up.


Around Nagoya Castle, there is a commercial facility called Kinshachi Yokocho. Here you can enjoy Nagoya's local gourmet. Miso cutlet, chicken wings, hitsumabushi, kishimen, and other representative Nagoya dishes are available. Kinshachi Yokocho also sells souvenirs and goods related to Nagoya Castle. If you visit Nagoya Castle, be sure to stop by Kinshachi Yokocho.


Nagoya Castle is a wonderful place where you can feel the history and culture of Japan. If you come to Nagoya, please visit once.







Here is a website where you can obtain detailed information about Nagoya Castle.

https://www.nagoyajo.city.nagoya.jp/