2025 Sagamihara Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

Soak in hot springs, enjoy the beautiful scenery, and experience the Japanese style easily on a 6-day trip to Japan! A great hot spring trip waiting for you to explore! / Japan, a country with a long history 🏯, has cherry blossoms 🌸 and Mount Fuji 🗻 in perfect harmony. The regional customs here are unique. The tea ceremony 🍵 and kimono 👘 are symbols of traditional culture, which make people linger. / 🚩Route Overview: Day 1: Nanjing ✈️Kansai Depart from Nanjing, China, and fly directly to Kansai, Japan, ready to embark on a wonderful trip to Japan! Day 2: Kinkaku-ji Temple – Kasuga Taisha Shrine – Nara Park Visit the magnificent Kinkaku-ji Temple and experience the ancient Buddhist culture. Then head to Kasuga Taisha Shrine to experience the mysterious atmosphere of Japanese Shintoism. Finally, have a close encounter with the leisurely strolling deer in Nara Park. Day 3: Mt. Fuji 5th Station - Mt. Fuji - Shizuoka Prefecture Mt. Fuji World Heritage Center - Fuji Earthquake Museum - Oshino Hakkai - Sagami Lake Climb Mount Fuji and enjoy the magnificent mountain scenery. Visit the Shizuoka Prefecture Fuji World Heritage Center to learn about the natural and cultural value of Mount Fuji. Feel the power of an earthquake at the Fuji Earthquake Museum. Afterwards, explore the magical Oshino Hakkai and finally arrive at the picturesque Sagami Lake. Day 4: Nijubashi - Tokyo Skytree - Ginza - Chidorigafuchi Take a stroll along Nijubashi Bridge and feel the solemnity and majesty of the Japanese Imperial Palace. Climb up the Tokyo Skytree and overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire Tokyo city. Visit the bustling Ginza shopping district for authentic Japanese eats and shopping. Finally, go to Chidorigafuchi to enjoy the cherry blossoms and feel the breath of spring in Japan. Day 5: Great Buddha of Kamakura – Kamakura High School Station – Enoden Visit the majestic Great Buddha of Kamakura and experience ancient Buddhist art. Check in at Kamakura High School Station and experience the youthful campus atmosphere. Take the Enoden Railway and enjoy the scenery of Kyushu along the way. Day 6: Osaka Castle Park – Shinsaibashi Visit the historic Osaka Castle Park and admire the charm of an ancient Japanese castle. Take a stroll through the bustling Shinsaibashi shopping street, taste authentic Japanese snacks and experience shopping, and end your pleasant trip to Japan. 🎉 / 🧳 Travel checklist: These are the things you need to bring when visiting Japan! 📞Be sure to get a local phone card for easy communication, and you can also check guides online at any time. 🔌 Don’t forget to bring a plug converter. The sockets in Japan are different from ours. You need to prepare a converter in advance to charge. 🪪 Make sure to bring all your documents, including your passport, visa, and air ticket. Don't forget any of them. Especially the visa, you can’t go to Japan without it! 👚 It’s still quite cold in Japan in February, so bring some warm winter clothes and comfortable shoes because you’ll definitely want to walk around Japan. 🔋 You also need to prepare a charger and a power bank. It will be troublesome if your phone runs out of battery. With such a beautiful scenery in front of you, how can you let your phone run out of power and spoil the fun! / I hope this guide can help you, and I wish you a wonderful trip to Japan! 🌸

~Minami-ku, Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture~Porte Bonheur [Reservation-only, fully-private cafe] ☑️The interior and terrace on the second floor of the store are private spaces! A private space that requires a reservation! ☑️You can spend time with your dog! Everything you need for your dog is available! ☑️A cute space that is also recommended for girls' parties! ☑️There is also terrace seating, so on nice days you can enjoy the private space outside! ☑️There is also a menu for dogs! Cakes that dogs can eat, and afternoon meals too✨ There is also a photo space and pool for dogs! ☑️Great value for money! Afternoon tea ✖️ 2 hours of private use for an exceptional price of ¥2,500~! ~.My impressions after actually going there📝~The cute pink room was a soothing space! You can spend time with your dog◎ Recommended for girls' parties and birthday parties! You can also just use the cafe! Next time, it's an afternoon spot I'd like to go to with my dog♡ 📍Spot name: Porte Bonheur 2339 Touma, Minami-ku, Sagamihara-shi, Kanagawa #AfternoonTea2024 #DogsOK #GirlsNightOut #LunchWithDogs #DogCafe #DogAndDogOK

Mount Jinba is one of the mountains that can be reached by train and bus from the city center. It is connected to the famous Mount Takao, and is famous for its open summit and beautiful scenery. The climb from the trailhead is not that long, so it is popular with many people. At the summit, there is a mysterious object and several teahouses. It is quite a feat to climb all the way up and enjoy delicious food here. On a clear day, you can see the beautiful Mount Fuji, and on the other side you can see the cityscapes of Tokyo and Saitama. #DomesticTravel #MountainClimbing #MountJinba #TokyoTourism

I recently stayed at Hotel Livemax Minami Hashimoto! The price was very cheap when I checked the Trip app! The best thing about this hotel is the location! It's really close. There's also a Lawson store right next door. However, there are a few things to be aware of when using the hotel. The first is that, as you can see in the last photo, they no longer accept luggage before and after check-in. The second thing is that Minami Hashimoto is only one stop away from JR Hashimoto Station on the Sagami Line, but the Sagami Line isn't that convenient, so be careful! Address: 2-3-6-1 Minami Hashimoto, Chuo-ku, Sagamihara-shi, Kanagawa-ken, 252-0253 Access: One stop from JR Hashimoto Station on the Sagami Line (bound for Chigasaki) Atmosphere: Business #Stay Review

Hyakuwara no Daidokoro in Sagamihara Hyakuwara no Daidokoro is a dinner restaurant that serves fresh fish, meat, and Fujino's organic vegetables in the best condition. Fujino Club "Hyakuwara no Daidokoro" Great view. I had authentic Samgyetang. The chicken was boiled until it was tender, and it was perfect for winter! The enzyme brown rice was also chewy and delicious. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere with handmade tables and chairs. There is a campsite and goats on the premises.

You can enjoy delicious food while looking at the lush green scenery! This is the place to go when you want to relax and eat a meal surrounded by nature. Store name: Kihoan Awards: 13th Second Prize (Food and Beverage Category) Opening hours: Lunch 11:00-16:00 (Last Order 15:30) Dinner 17:00-22:00 (Reservation required by the day before) Closed on Mondays

#AutumnTrip I went to Aonohara Auto Campsite in Kanagawa Prefecture! It was the end of October, but the autumn leaves at the overnight campsite were well underway and it was beautiful🍁 There is an entrance fee and a fee to pitch a tent, but it's a reasonable price. It's very easy to use as it is equipped with a kitchen, washing area, showers and toilets. The river flows gently, so it's easy to play with children. It was a clear, warm autumn day, so we enjoyed autumn camping by going into the water a little and looking for fish🍁 〜〜〜〜 〒252-0161 Midori-ku, Sagamihara-shi, Kanagawa 918-1 Aonohara 〜〜〜〜〜 #AutumnLeafViewing #Camping #ChildrenGoOutings #Glamping

A beginner who has been climbing for two weeks challenged the traverse from Mount Jinba to Mount Takao⛰ Access: Takao Station → Take the bus to Jimba Kogenshita Course time: 6 hours (30 minutes faster than the target!) Get off the bus at 7:30 and walk for about 15 minutes on a well-maintained gentle slope to the entrance of the new hiking course. The climb finally begins! The steep climb to the top of Mount Jinba was so tough that I was out of breath,, (I didn't have time to take photos 😂) I vowed to work hard to build up my stamina. After taking a break, I reached the goal of Mount Takao in about 5 and a half hours! On the way back I was pretty wobbly, but the directions were easy to understand and I felt it was recommended for beginners to make their traverse debut! #MountJinba#lowmountain#dayclimbing

Address: 1-2-9-202 Haramachida, Machida, Tokyo (3 minutes walk from Machida Station on the JR Yokohama Line) Atmosphere/Facilities: Cats live freely here, so you can relax and enjoy. There are also toys to play with. It's also quiet and has a wide variety of manga, so you can relax and read. There are also many drinks, and they have seasonal blood oranges, which is great. Recommended points: You can relax for as long as you like, from short to long periods of time. Average price: 150 yen for 10 minutes - Maximum charge about 2000 yen + options [Drink bar: 385, Cat snacks: 330] Budget per person: About 1500 to 2000 yen Rating: 4 #Couple trip #Tokyo #Machida #Cat shop #Cat cafe #Coffee shop #Cafe #All you can read manga #Manga

I went to "MAX Sports Stadium Sagamihara" in Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture. There is a wide lineup of sports, such as batting, table tennis, and free throws, so you can enjoy sports 😊 There were couples and families playing ^_^ It also has autographs of many athletes on display, and seems to be a popular sports studio in the local area! #Recommended for dates #Kanagawa #Sagamihara

📍 About 8 minutes by bus from Sagamiko Station ⏰9:30-21:30 (10:00-20:00 on weekdays) ⭐️ Lake Sagami Resort Pleasure is a majestic leisure area of ​​150,000 square meters that combines outdoor facilities such as camping and barbecues with an amusement park🎡 💬Due to the COVID-19 restrictions, some attractions closed their registration after 2pm, so we recommend going early! #Themepark#Amazingview

we spend my birthday at the biggest illumination park in Japan, the BEST place to go and see illuminations in Tokyo with the park being made up of around 6 MILLION lights!!! This is one of the most beautiful illumination displays i’ve ever seen in my life! #sagamiko #illumination #christmaslights #christmasgiveaway #amazingview

▷ Pleasure Forest Illuminion Located close to Lake Sagami in Kanagawa Prefecture, the theme park Pleasure Forest is home to the famous Illuminion illumination. The large park has athletics, attractions, and a park, with a wide range of content that can be enjoyed by both children and adults. When it gets dark, the mountain slopes and attractions are beautifully lit up. There is also a space where you can get snacks, so you can enjoy a whole day by playing during the day, eating at night, and then going to see the illuminations. ▷ Recommended ways to enjoy Take the lift and look down on the illuminations from above! When you ride the lift, you can see the beautiful illuminations from a high place. There is also a Ferris wheel, so it's nice to look down on the sparkling Pleasure Forest from there. #ThemePark #Illumination #Kanagawa #SagamiLake #CoupleTrip #Christmas #ChristmasIllumination #BreathtakingView

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Lake Sagami Resort Pleasure Forest is an amusement park located in Sagamihara, Shizuoka Prefecture. It's a place where everyone from children to adults can have fun all day 😆 We went mainly to play at the four-story athletics facility called Muscle Monster, and it was both thrilling and exciting and a lot of fun 😊 The view of Lake Sagami from above is spectacular! There are also attractions for children and go-karts ^_^ #spectacular view #theme park #spectacular view

I went to "Vacation Village" near Lake Sagami in Kanagawa! It is divided into two parts: tent sites and auto camping, and there are also barbecue facilities. There is a managed fishing area where rainbow trout are stocked, and a fishing area exclusively for lures and flies 🎣 Please come and visit us sometime~ #camping #JapanGenkiProject2021 #summertrip

Bear Walk: A well-behaved bear appears at Muryokoji Temple! ♪☆(^O^)／ #Outing #Memories #Cherry Blossom Viewing

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#aprilblooms I visited Tsukuiko-Shiroyama Park Mizu no Enchi this spring, and it was such a lovely experience! The lupine flowers were in full bloom, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape that felt almost like stepping into a painting. It’s a peaceful spot, perfect for a slow stroll and enjoying the beauty of nature. And don’t miss out on the gelato! There’s a little place nearby where you can grab some — super refreshing after a walk among the flowers. Why You Should Visit: ✔ Beautiful lupine fields that are perfect for springtime photos. ✔ Delicious local gelato to enjoy after your park adventure! 📍Address: 2 Chome-9-2 Shiroyama, Midori Ward, Sagamihara, Kanagawa 252-0116, Japan #Sagamihara #Japan #TsukuikoShiroyamaPark #SpringInJapan

Mount Jimba straddles Hachioji City, Tokyo and Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture. I climbed it on a fine day the other day. The mountain has an elevation of 857m, and even a beginner like me was able to reach the top. I started on foot from Fujino Station on the JR Chuo Line and started at the Mount Jimba trailhead at 9am. With breaks in between, I reached the summit of Mount Jimba in about two hours. After a leisurely rest at the summit, I returned on the route to Sagamiko Station. It took nearly three hours to descend. Mount Jimba's natural environment is well-preserved, and a variety of plants and animals can be seen. There are multiple hiking trails, so it can be enjoyed by beginners and advanced climbers alike. The trail I used had no dangerous spots, so I was able to climb with peace of mind. There is also a campsite on the way up the mountain, where you can enjoy outdoor activities. The view from the summit is wonderful, and on a clear day you can see Mount Fuji, Yatsugatake, and the Kanto Plain. I highly recommend it, so please visit. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 📍Spot name: Mount Jinba🚃You can access the trailhead by bus from JR Hachioji Station, Fujino Station, or Keio Hachioji Station. There are several parking lots around Mount Jinba, and you can also access it by car. #Introducing stunning views in Japan #Stunning views #Mountains #Mountain climbing

I went to the Sagami River Science Museum Aquarium Sagamihara in Sagamihara! Here, even children can learn about the ecology of fish in a way that is easy to understand. It is recommended for families as you can feed the fish and learn while playing quizzes. It should be a good opportunity to feel closer to fish! Why not go and check it out! #0 yen trip February 2025 📍 Location: 1-5-1 Suigo Tana, Chuo-ku, Sagamihara-shi, Kanagawa-ken 252-0246

"DAICHI silent river" in the mountain valley of Sagamihara This sauna, located inside an auto campsite, is built right next to the river and can fit up to 4 people! The chirps of the birds, the sound of the flowing water, the sound of the trees swaying... It's the perfect location to feel all of nature while relaxing! And best of all, you can dive into the gently flowing river in 10 seconds from the sauna room! The moderate water flow that doesn't wash you away and the river's moderate depth give you a sense of relaxation that you can't normally experience 😇 This is also a campsite where open fires are allowed! You can warm yourself up by the bonfire, or cook camp meals and eat them heartily!!! It's the best place to relax and play freely! Lol 📍Address: 11455 Makino, Midori-ku, Sagamihara-shi, Kanagawa-ken, 252-0186 🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: Free showers available #Kanagawa #Sagamihara #Sauna #Camping #0yentripFebruary2025

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Every year, Sagamiko Pleasure Forest is a must-visit destination for winter light shows! Starting from November 12, 2022, a brand-new light show arrives as scheduled, featuring over 6 million light bulbs and bringing the popular anime characters 'Sumikkogurashi' to life, offering a super healing experience! The food, drinks, and merchandise are also very cute. In addition to the popular light show cable car, this year introduces a new musical heart light show. Accompanied by Christmas music, over 1,000 heart-shaped lights flash dreamily with a stunning 360-degree surround effect, making it perfect for a romantic winter date! Many photos were taken, but only 9 can be posted; a video from the event will be released later! Stay tuned~~ SAGAMIKO Illumillion Winter Limited Light Show Schedule: November 12, 2022 - April 2, 2023 Opening Hours: 16:00-21:00 Address: 1634 Wakayagi, Midori-ku, Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture #JapanLife #JapanTravel #Tokyo #TokyoTravel #JapanLightShow #Sagamiko #SagamikoLightShow #Winter2022 #Sumikkogurashi #KantoTravel #Christmas #NewYear #Kanagawa

From November 3, 2023, to May 12, 2024, the Sagamiko Resort Pleasure Forest in Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture, will host the "Doraemon Movie: Nobita's Earth Symphony" light decoration event. The Sagamiko Light Festival is one of the top three most popular light festivals in the Kanto region, featuring a spectacular display of 6 million twinkling LED bulbs. This year's event will present a dreamy light show starring Doraemon and his friends. The illumination area themed around "Doraemon Movie: Nobita's Earth Symphony" is located at the end of the 250-meter-long "Rainbow Elevator." Visitors will first encounter a sparkling art wall featuring Doraemon, Nobita, and other characters from the movie. Further along, there are colorful lights depicting Doraemon's face as a hemispherical balloon, a toy band dome inspired by Doraemon playing with a toy band, and a bridge-inspired toy band dome along with rivers from the movie. A giant Doraemon balloon will fly over the bridge using a helicopter. At the "Light and Sound Hall" at the foot of the mountain, a dynamic light show with music is performed, creating a fantasy space where Doraemon and his friends appear to be performing surrounded by 360-degree lighting and lasers. Additionally, there are familiar secret gadgets like "Small Light" and a giant "Anywhere Door," as well as photo spots inspired by movie scenes. On the 250-meter-long cable car leading to the mountain top, rainbow-colored lights depicting musical scores unfold below, adorned with notes and treble clefs. Event time: November 3, 2023 - May 12, 2024. Address: 1634 Wakayagi, Midori-ku, Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Business hours: 16:00 - 21:00. #WeekendGetaway #TravelInspiration #JapanTravel #LightShow #WinterActivities #Doraemon #TokyoSurroundings #WinterFun

Recently open from 9:00 to 20:00. Note: The last time to take the cable car is at 19:30. The cable car ride offers a unique experience, especially for viewing the lights. It has a decent Google rating of 4.0. During the day, you can enjoy amusement park attractions. The entrance fee is 1800 yen for adults, 1100 yen for children, and 1100 yen for dogs. From the second dog onwards, the fee is 500 yen each. From 16:00, the illumination show is highly recommended as it's the most cost-effective option. You can enjoy the amusement park during the day and the light show at night. The fee is 1000 yen for adults, 700 yen for children, and 700 yen for dogs. Parking fees are 1000 yen for regular cars, 2000 yen for large vehicles, and 500 yen for motorcycles. Additionally, there is an onsen open until 22:00, which is perfect for relaxing after a long day. It has a rating of 3.9.

Doraemon fans, don't miss this season's light show! The "Light and Music Hall" event, inspired by the movie "Doraemon: Nobita's Earth Symphony," kicks off at Sagamiko Forest Amusement Park on November 3, 2023. This dazzling light show, featuring over 6 million colorful bulbs, is one of the most famous illumination events in the Kanto region and a favorite among couples in Japan. Unlike other parks, this event combines a romantic atmosphere with adorable elements and a musical extravaganza. After entering, take the 250-meter-long musical note-themed cable car to the top, where you'll be greeted by 3D light displays of Doraemon, Nobita, and their adventure companions, creating a sweet and joyful ambiance from the entrance. Don't miss out on this must-see event! The "Light and Music Hall" event runs from November 3, 2023, to May 12, 2024. Nighttime hours are from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Ticket prices for the light show range from 1,900 to 2,300 yen for adults and 1,200 to 1,600 yen for children, with prices varying by season. Special note: Admission does not include rides within the park. For rides, consider purchasing a "One-Day Pass" or a "Half-Day Pass after 2 PM." Address: 〒252-0175 Kanagawa Prefecture, Sagamihara City, Midori Ward, Wakayagi 1634. #Doraemon #Sagamihara #SagamikoLightShow