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Experience a Day in Japan’s Past: The Culture and History of Saitama’s Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine
Step into a world where history and culture come alive at Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine, a sacred site with over 2,400 years of history, exploring its highlights and learning fascinating trivia and proper visiting etiquette. Discover the surprising connection between a historic ship that shaped Japan's modernization and this ancient shrine! Continue on your journey with visits to two cultural spots showcasing traditional Japan; the Iwatsuki Doll Museum, to get immersed in Iwatsuki’s cherished “ningyo” doll culture dating back to the Edo period, the Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, Saitama, to discover the serene artistry of Omiya Bonsai. Whether you're a history lover, culture enthusiast, or curious traveler, this Saitama itinerary promises a day filled with discovery!
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Explore Saitama
Saitama Prefecture is located just north of Tokyo, and has a well developed transportation network including railways and highways, making for excellent access from neighboring prefectures and international airports. The prefecture is blessed with a variety of sightseeing resources represented by "Little Edo" Kawagoe which retains its appearance from the Edo Era and the greenery of Chichibu and Nagatoro, as well as other food, drinks, anime, nature, industry, history, traditional culture, sports, and various experiences.

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Kimono Dressing in a Century-Old Ryokan Inn

Experience Hana Chozu Flower Arrangements at Oshijo Castle!

Applications Now Open For This Year! The Experience of pulling a float at the Chichibu Night Festival, one of the three major float festivals in Japan.

Immerse yourself in nature with our Japanese-tea terrace “CHANOWA” Private Party Plan!

Discover Sayama Tea: Tea Fighting Session in a historic Plantation House

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