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Getting to know the Tiger of Kai: Takeda Jinja, Kofu, Yamanashi

On September 15, 2018December 29, 2018 By JenniferIn Chubu, Temple & Shrines1 Comment

Taking a trip back in time, learning about feudal Kai Province's pride - Takeda Shingen while visiting the shrine dedicated to this famous daimyo, famously known as the Tiger of Kai - the Takeda Jinja.

Maizuru Castle Park and Kofu Castle Ruins

On September 8, 2018August 19, 2018 By JenniferIn Castle, Chubu2 Comments

Exploring the ruins of Kofu Castle in the Maizuru Castle Park and stumbling upon unexpectedly pretty hydrangeas.

Hear the Weeping Dragon at Kai-Zenkoji, Yamanashi

On September 1, 2018August 19, 2018 By JenniferIn Chubu, Temple & Shrines10 Comments

Hearing the weep of a dragon at the temple which was used to store Buddhist statues from Nagano's famous Zenkoji during the Sengoku Period. The highlight of this visit is the Kaidan Meguri experience to find the lock to the hidden main statue.

Fuji-Q Highland and Fuji Shibazakura Festival

On November 11, 2017March 16, 2019 By JenniferIn Amusement Parks, Chubu, Flowers, Scenic View13 Comments

Riding only one roller-coaster at Fuji-Q Highland due to the long queues and visiting beautiful Shibazakura Festival near Lake Motosuko.

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