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Higashimurayama, Kodaira
Tokyo
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Higashimurayama, Kodaira
Tokyo
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Higashimurayama, Kodaira
Higashimurayama is surrounded by rich nature and has various attractions such as the "Hachigoku Mountain Greenery" which served as a model for the movie "My Neighbor Totoro," and the "Shofukuji Jizodo" which is designated as a national treasure. The symbol of Higashimura, the "Shimura Ken Tree," made famous by the Higashimurayama Ondo, also has the actor's autograph, making it a great spot for commemorative photos. In Kodaira's "Ajisai Park," 1000 hydrangeas bloom every June, and tadpoles can also be observed in the park's pond, making it a great place for children to observe nature.
Higashimurayama, Kodaira
5 Highlights
01
Shofukuji Jizodo Temple
A temple famous as a national treasure building
This Zen temple belongs to the Rinzai sect Kenninji school and is also called "Senju Jizodo". It is the only wooden national treasure building in Japan and is a representative relic of Zen-style architecture. The exterior can be viewed at any time, so it is a must-see for those who love architecture and history!
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Shofukuji Jizodo Temple
A temple famous as a national treasure building
This Zen temple belongs to the Rinzai sect Kenninji school and is also called "Senju Jizodo". It is the only wooden national treasure building in Japan and is a representative relic of Zen-style architecture. The exterior can be viewed at any time, so it is a must-see for those who love architecture and history!
02
Todoroki Ryokuchi Park
A green space said to have been the model for a movie
This green space is located in the Sayama Hills and is a nature-rich area covered in a mixed forest. It is said to have been the model for the Seven Country Mountains that appear in the anime movie "My Neighbor Totoro," and is visited by not only locals but also many Studio Ghibli fans.
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Todoroki Ryokuchi Park
A green space said to have been the model for a movie
This green space is located in the Sayama Hills and is a nature-rich area covered in a mixed forest. It is said to have been the model for the Seven Country Mountains that appear in the anime movie "My Neighbor Totoro," and is visited by not only locals but also many Studio Ghibli fans.
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Higashimurayama Kuroyaki Soba
Representative B-class gourmet of Higashimurayama
This local gourmet can be enjoyed at izakayas and Chinese restaurants in Higashimurayama City. It is a yakisoba dish made with sauce from "Paul Star," a company headquartered in Higashimurayama City, and has a unique flavor of squid ink and a spicy taste.
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Higashimurayama Kuroyaki Soba
Representative B-class gourmet of Higashimurayama
This local gourmet can be enjoyed at izakayas and Chinese restaurants in Higashimurayama City. It is a yakisoba dish made with sauce from "Paul Star," a company headquartered in Higashimurayama City, and has a unique flavor of squid ink and a spicy taste.
04
Kodaira Cemetery
A metropolitan cemetery where many famous people rest in peace
This metropolitan cemetery was opened in 1948. It is known not only for the graves of many famous people such as Ujou Noguchi, who is famous for writing children's songs such as "Soap Bubbles", but also as a popular place to enjoy picnics with its abundant nature.
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Kodaira Cemetery
A metropolitan cemetery where many famous people rest in peace
This metropolitan cemetery was opened in 1948. It is known not only for the graves of many famous people such as Ujou Noguchi, who is famous for writing children's songs such as "Soap Bubbles", but also as a popular place to enjoy picnics with its abundant nature.
05
Blueberries
Kodaira City, the birthplace of blueberry cultivation in Japan
Kodaira City was the first place in Japan to cultivate blueberries as a crop. There are many farms in the city where you can pick blueberries, as well as many shops that sell sweets and alcohol made from blueberries grown in Kodaira.
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Blueberries
Kodaira City, the birthplace of blueberry cultivation in Japan
Kodaira City was the first place in Japan to cultivate blueberries as a crop. There are many farms in the city where you can pick blueberries, as well as many shops that sell sweets and alcohol made from blueberries grown in Kodaira.
Recommended Spots
Local Cuisine
Musashino Udon
Local udon with a hot dipping sauce and thick noodles.
This local udon is made by dipping thick and chewy noodles, several times thicker than regular udon, into a hot dipping sauce. The noodles are made using Musashino's special flour, giving them a slightly brownish color. Please try the extremely thick noodles with a satisfying texture in Tokorozawa.
Higashimurayama Kuroyaki Soba
Representative B-class gourmet of Higashimurayama.
It is a local gourmet that can be tasted at izakayas and Chinese restaurants in Higashimurayama city. It is a yakisoba dish that uses sauce made by "Paul Star," a company headquartered in Higashimurayama city, and you can enjoy the unique flavor of squid ink and a spicy taste.
Yaki Dango
Charcoal-grilled dango seasoned with soy sauce.
A popular gourmet food in Higashimurayama, made from rice dumplings deliberately finished with a non-sweet soy sauce flavor. The dango, grilled over charcoal, has a crispy exterior and a chewy texture inside. Enjoy the local taste that has been eaten as a tea snack during agricultural work breaks.
Jumbo-sized Gourmet
Gourmet dishes that can fill you up to the brim.
These are the various jumbo-sized restaurants that you'll want to visit when you want to eat heartily. From steaks that weigh over 1kg to overflowing Chinese dishes, there are plenty of places where you can eat to your heart's content at reasonable prices.
A pub with a great selection of dishes
A pub with a great selection of food menu
If you want to enjoy both drinks and food when eating out, we recommend a pub with a great selection of food menu. You can enjoy satisfying set meals, seafood gourmet near the station, and a restaurant with over 60 menu items. Let's enjoy the "deliciousness" of Higashimurayama and Kodaira.
Basic Information
Hotel Average Cost
¥5,337
Average Budget
(1 night, 2 days)
(1 night, 2 days)
¥7,850
Best Season
4~8 Month
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