Get adventurous and go on an exploration outside of the central Shinjuku area. There are lots of great places along the Odakyu Lines that locals love but that still haven't been much discovered. For example, the 380-year-old temple Gotokuji, which is overrun with beckoning cats, can be reached with a 15-minute ride from Shinjuku followed by a 10-minute walk, and a museum dedicated to Fujiko・F・Fujio, the collaborative name of the manga artists behind the world-famous "Doraemon," is about 20 minutes from Shinjuku. And if you go just a bit further, you can eat delectable fresh seafood at Odawara Fishing Port.

Event Calendar

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Shimokitazawa Tengu Matsuri (festival)

This festival that has been handed down for generations to celebrate the changing of seasons is held at a temple in Shimo-kitazawa where the Tengu is worshipped. The Great Tengu and Scarecrow Tengu march through the Shimo-Kitazawa shopping district while tossing roasted sacred soybeans for good luck. On the evening before the big festival, the Scarecrow Tengu and Buddhist hermits and others, make the rounds at the restaurants and bars in Shimokitazawa.

• Address
  To be announced
• Duration
  End of January to early February
• URL
  http://www.shimokita-tengu.com/

Yomiuri Land Jewellumination

The word “Jewellumination” is a blend of “jewel” and “illumination.” It is one of the largest light displays in Tokyo with 5.5 million LED lights.

• Address
  The Yomiuri Land Amusement Park
• Duration
  Mid-October to Mid-February
• URL
  http://www.yomiuriland.com/tw/

Shimokitazawa Tengu Matsuri (festival)

This festival that has been handed down for generations to celebrate the changing of seasons is held at a temple in Shimo-kitazawa where the Tengu is worshipped. The Great Tengu and Scarecrow Tengu march through the Shimo-Kitazawa shopping district while tossing roasted sacred soybeans for good luck. On the evening before the big festival, the Scarecrow Tengu and Buddhist hermits and others, make the rounds at the restaurants and bars in Shimokitazawa.

• Address
  To be announced
• Duration
  End of January to early February
• URL
  http://www.shimokita-tengu.com/

Matsuda Cherry Blossom Festival

A harbinger of spring, the 360 early-blossoming cherry blossom trees are particularly spectacular at night. Do know of anywhere near Tokyo where you can enjoy cherry blossoms in full bloom a whole month before the cherry blossom viewing season begins? At Nishihira (or Nishihirabatake) Park in Matsuda Town, Kanagawa, the kawazu zakura come into full bloom in February and March. Starting around the end of February, the cherry blossom trees are lit up in the evening, and the combination of the kawazu zakura seeming to float in the night air with the night scene below has a mystical flavor. At the Matsuda Cherry Blossom Festival, which is held when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, you can buy famous local products and people of all ages come to enjoy the many events held, including the tea ceremony and other Japanese cultural functions.

• Address
  Nishihira Park, 2951 Matsuda-Soryo, Matsuda-machi, Ashigarakami-gun
• Duration
  Early February to early March
• URL
  https://town.matsuda.kanagawa.jp/site/kankou-sub/

Seto Yashiki Hina-Matsuri

The Seto Yashiki Hina-Matsuri festival got its start as an event sponsored by the town women’s association at the Ajisai Park Dance Hall in 2003. In 2005, the event moved to the Seto Yashiki (Mansion), where it has been held as one of the venues annual events ever since.

• Address
  Ashigarigo Seto Mansion
• Duration
  Mid-February to early March
• URL
  http://kaisei-hinamatsuri.com/

Yomiuri Land Jewellumination

The word “Jewellumination” is a blend of “jewel” and “illumination.” It is one of the largest light displays in Tokyo with 5.5 million LED lights.

• Address
  The Yomiuri Land Amusement Park
• Duration
  Mid-October to Mid-February
• URL
  http://www.yomiuriland.com/tw/

Matsuda Cherry Blossom Festival

A harbinger of spring, the 360 early-blossoming cherry blossom trees are particularly spectacular at night. Do know of anywhere near Tokyo where you can enjoy cherry blossoms in full bloom a whole month before the cherry blossom viewing season begins? At Nishihira (or Nishihirabatake) Park in Matsuda Town, Kanagawa, the kawazu zakura come into full bloom in February and March. Starting around the end of February, the cherry blossom trees are lit up in the evening, and the combination of the kawazu zakura seeming to float in the night air with the night scene below has a mystical flavor. At the Matsuda Cherry Blossom Festival, which is held when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, you can buy famous local products and people of all ages come to enjoy the many events held, including the tea ceremony and other Japanese cultural functions.

• Address
  Nishihira Park, 2951 Matsuda-Soryo, Matsuda-machi, Ashigarakami-gun
• Duration
  Early February to early March
• URL
  https://town.matsuda.kanagawa.jp/site/kankou-sub/

Illuminating Night at the Minkaen

The folk houses in the Japan Open-air Folk House Museum will be illuminated twice a year, in spring and in autumn, extending opening hours. You can enjoy dreamlike view of the houses in the dark with seasonal flowers, spring cherry blossoms and autumn maple leaves. We offer the visitors the paper lanterns to lit at their feet (to be cancelled in case of rainy weather). You can view the demonstration of night works, listen to the folk stories, and warm yourself sitting around a sunken hearth.

• Address
  7-1-1 Masugata, Tama-ku, Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture
• Duration
  Spring: Late March—early April. Fall: Late November. It is the two-day event from Saturday to Sunday. 9:30—20:30 (the times of individual programs may vary)
• URL
  http://english.nihonminkaen.jp/

Seto Yashiki Hina-Matsuri

The Seto Yashiki Hina-Matsuri festival got its start as an event sponsored by the town women’s association at the Ajisai Park Dance Hall in 2003. In 2005, the event moved to the Seto Yashiki (Mansion), where it has been held as one of the venues annual events ever since.

• Address
  Ashigarigo Seto Mansion
• Duration
  Mid-February to early March
• URL
  http://kaisei-hinamatsuri.com/

Sagamiko Yamanami Illumination

The fountain and lakeside areas at Sagamiko Park are bathed in beautiful illumination. The reflections in the lake water are mesmerizing. Held each December.

• Address
  Prefectural Sagamiko Park Near Sagamiko Station
• Duration
  December
• URL

Yomiuri Land Jewellumination

The word “Jewellumination” is a blend of “jewel” and “illumination.” It is one of the largest light displays in Tokyo with 5.5 million LED lights.

• Address
  The Yomiuri Land Amusement Park
• Duration
  Mid-October to Mid-February
• URL
  http://www.yomiuriland.com/tw/

Illuminating Night at the Minkaen

The folk houses in the Japan Open-air Folk House Museum will be illuminated twice a year, in spring and in autumn, extending opening hours. You can enjoy dreamlike view of the houses in the dark with seasonal flowers, spring cherry blossoms and autumn maple leaves. We offer the visitors the paper lanterns to lit at their feet (to be cancelled in case of rainy weather). You can view the demonstration of night works, listen to the folk stories, and warm yourself sitting around a sunken hearth.

• Address
  7-1-1 Masugata, Tama-ku, Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture
• Duration
  Spring: Late March—early April. Fall: Late November. It is the two-day event from Saturday to Sunday. 9:30—20:30 (the times of individual programs may vary)
• URL
  http://english.nihonminkaen.jp/

Soshigaya Shinko-kai Cherry Blossom Festival

A cherry blossom festival is held each year on Ultra North Street which is lined with Ultra Seven-styled streetlamps to the north of Ultraman Shopping District.

• Address
  Soshigaya Fureai Yuhodo Promenade
• Duration
  Early April
• URL

Illuminating Night at the Minkaen

The folk houses in the Japan Open-air Folk House Museum will be illuminated twice a year, in spring and in autumn, extending opening hours. You can enjoy dreamlike view of the houses in the dark with seasonal flowers, spring cherry blossoms and autumn maple leaves. We offer the visitors the paper lanterns to lit at their feet (to be cancelled in case of rainy weather). You can view the demonstration of night works, listen to the folk stories, and warm yourself sitting around a sunken hearth.

• Address
  7-1-1 Masugata, Tama-ku, Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture
• Duration
  Spring: Late March—early April. Fall: Late November. It is the two-day event from Saturday to Sunday. 9:30—20:30 (the times of individual programs may vary)
• URL
  http://english.nihonminkaen.jp/

Minkaen Festival

November 3 is the lively day of the Japan Open-air Folk House Museum, and it is the day when the museum is open free. There will be some the special events: the demonstration, display and market of the traditional crafts; the fascinating workshops of experiencing the old time, especially attract children; and the rural performance at the Kabuki Stage of Funakoshi, designated as ethnocultural asset (we charge for tickets in order of arrival). You can enjoy various programs in one day at this Minkaen festival.

• Address
  7-1-1 Masugata, Tama-ku, Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture
• Duration
  November 3 (every year) 9:30—16:30 (the opening hours of each event may vary)
• URL
  http://english.nihonminkaen.jp/

Yomiuri Land Jewellumination

The word “Jewellumination” is a blend of “jewel” and “illumination.” It is one of the largest light displays in Tokyo with 5.5 million LED lights.

• Address
  The Yomiuri Land Amusement Park
• Duration
  Mid-October to Mid-February
• URL
  http://www.yomiuriland.com/tw/

The Rose Garden at Ikuta Ryokuchi Park – Public Opening

When you emerge from the Tama Hills woods, the secret Rose Garden at Ikuta Ryokuchi Park will suddenly come into view. The garden boasts 4,700 rosebushes in 530 different varieties. Enjoy the roses of the season, shining in the soft sunlight. The Rose Garden can be visited only during the spring and autumn openings.

• Address
  The Rose Garden at Ikuta Ryokuchi Park
• Duration
  Mid-May, late October (Spring: May 10–27, autumn: planned for late October)
• URL
  http://www.ikuta-rose.jp/index.html

Odawara Hojo Godai Matsuri (festival)

The largest Hojo Godai Festival in Odawara. Some 1,700 people in total participate in this parade, including those in the samurai unit, the firearm corps, the school wind instrument club, the school baton team and more. It is held on March 3, a holiday.

• Address
  Odawara Castle Park and the Environs
• Duration
  Early May
• URL
  http://www.odawara-kankou.com/houjyou/

The Rose Garden at Ikuta Ryokuchi Park – Public Opening

When you emerge from the Tama Hills woods, the secret Rose Garden at Ikuta Ryokuchi Park will suddenly come into view. The garden boasts 4,700 rosebushes in 530 different varieties. Enjoy the roses of the season, shining in the soft sunlight. The Rose Garden can be visited only during the spring and autumn openings.

• Address
  The Rose Garden at Ikuta Ryokuchi Park
• Duration
  Mid-May, late October (Spring: May 10–27, autumn: planned for late October)
• URL
  http://www.ikuta-rose.jp/index.html

Isehara Tourism Dohkan Festival

The largest event in Isehara. This festival is named for OHTA Dohkan, who is known as the architect of Edo Castle and ended his life in Isehara during the Sengoku Period.

• Address
  Area surrounding Isehara Station on the Odakyu Line
• Duration
  Mid-October
• URL

Yomiuri Land Jewellumination

The word “Jewellumination” is a blend of “jewel” and “illumination.” It is one of the largest light displays in Tokyo with 5.5 million LED lights.

• Address
  The Yomiuri Land Amusement Park
• Duration
  Mid-October to Mid-February
• URL
  http://www.yomiuriland.com/tw/

Hadano Tobacco Festival

Drawing more than 200,000 people every year, this is the largest festival in Hadano. The city once produced leaf tobacco said to be one of the three greatest varieties in Japan. To make sure the dedication that earlier generations had for tobacco is remembered and passed on to the younger generation, the Hadano Tobacco Festival is held on the 4th Saturday and Sunday of September each year.

• Address
  Hadano
• Duration
  End of September
• URL
  http://www.kankou-hadano.org/tabakomatsuri/

Sagamiohno Foodfesta Mangez

The largest summer event in Sagami-Ono. The food and beverage stalls present wonderful local flavors that are the pride of Sagami-Ono, and there are live performances on a stage. The Sagamiohno Foodfesta Mangez is held in Sagamiono Chuo Park.

• Address
  Sagami-ono Chuokoen
• Duration
  End of August
• URL
  http://mangez.jp/

Ebina Citizen Matsuri (festival)

This festival is held in Ebina. In addition to various stage events in Ebina Undo Park, there are about 100 different booths set up. With only 300 meters between the launching area and the viewing area, the fireworks show is a stunning display.

• Address
  Ebina Undo Park
• Duration
  End of July
• URL
  http://www.city.ebina.kanagawa.jp/shisei/profile/aramashi/matsuri/1006882.html

Kaisei Ajisai Matsuri (festival)

Some 5,000 hydrangeas are cultivated along Rainbow Road, the “Hydrangea Village.” Against a backdrop of the natural colors of rice paddies, the hydrangeas project exceptionally beautiful colors.

• Address
  Ajisai no Sato
• Duration
  Early to mid-June
• URL
  http://kaisei-ajisai.com/

Odakyu Limited ExpressRomancecar

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Romancecar is Odakyu's limited express train; all seats must be reserved. It links Shinjuku with the popular holiday spots of Hakone, Enoshima and Kamakura.

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Shinjuku Seijogakuen-Mae Mukogaoka-Yuen Shin-Yurigaoka Machida Sagami-Ono Ebina Hon-Atsugi Isehara Hadano Shin-Matsuda Matsuda Odawara Hakone-Yumoto Yamato Fujisawa Katase-Enoshima Kita-Senju Otemachi Kasumigaseki Omote-sando Suruga-Oyama Gotemba

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