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Area guide

Ginza

Ginza

Ginza is home to a large number of luxury shops and well-established department stores. There are more than 400 art galleries and an abundance of restaurants and clothing boutiques in Ginza. The popular Wako Department store dates back to 1872, while Kabukiza (a venue for the traditional form of Japanese theatre called Kabuki) has presented plays since 1889.
Approx. 25 minutes by train from Ohfu Hotel Kamata
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Asakusa

Asakusa

The Kaminarimon of Sensoji Temple is a well-known landmark in Asakusa, and Nakamise-dori (an approach to Sensoji Temple) is the oldest shopping street in Japan. Close to the temple is Sumida River, where water-bus rides are available. In summertime you can enjoy a grand display of fireworks.
Approx. 30 minutes by train from Ohfu Hotel Kamata
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Yokohama

Yokohama

There are numerous tourist attractions in Yokohama. In the bay area, these include Yamashita Park, Osanbashi (landing pier), Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse (shopping center). There is also Yokohama Chinatown, the largest of it's kind in Japan.
Approx. 15 minutes by train from Ohfu Hotel Kamata
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Odaiba

Odaiba

Odaiba area caters to a wide range of people, regardless of age and gender. For example, DECKS Tokyo Beach is for young people, automobile observation tour of MEGA WEB is popular with fathers, and Venus Fort appeals to women. Meanwhile, Aqua City and the Museum of Maritime Science is good for families, Fuji Television is popular for school excursions, and Big Sight is generally used by business people. Seagulls circle around the water-bus terminal by coastal area, and you can observe wild birds in the park.
Approx. 40 minutes by train from Ohfu Hotel Kamata
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Tsukiji

Tsukiji

Tsukiji market is a public wholesale market located in Tsukiji, Chuo ward, Tokyo. It is the largest fish market in Japan and there are many sushi and fresh-fish restaurants available for shoppers and tourists in the surrounding area.
Approx. 30 minutes by train from Ohfu Hotel Kamata
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Kamakura

Kamakura

Kamakura was once Japan's capital, and the country's most important political center. There are many cultural properties to be found here, such as the reliquary hall of Enkaku-ji Temple; a national treasure amidst historic landscapes that is protected by ancient-city preservation laws. The Great Buddha of Kotoku-in (also known as the Great Buddha of Kamakura) is also very famous.
Approx. 40 minutes by train from Ohfu Hotel Kamata
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Kawasaki Taishi

Kawasaki Daishi Heikenji Temple

Kawasaki Daishi Heikenji Temple is famous for Goma. The Goma is a solemn religious ceremony that is supported by a deeply esoteric Buddhist doctrine. Prayers are also offered for those who have reached "Yaku Doshi" age. This is considered to be a highly significant period in a person’s life. There shall be an annulling of all calamities and a prayer for the safety and wellbeing of the participants and their families.
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