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Fun & Frolic Destinations
(Kanto) Ito – For
a relaxing vacation, there are a few choices including the
Orange Beach with its hot springs resort or Ippekiko Lake for
fishing and camping. In the same area is the Okuna Dam with
its waterworks.
(Kamakura) Zeniarai Benten Jinja (money-washing shrine) – the
Zaniarai Benten Jinja is a “money-washing machine” where
coins are first washed, then tossed into the water before entering
the shrine.
(Kamakura) Egara Tenjin Shrine – At this
shrine, Japanese students would buy ema plaques
made of wood on which they write a wish to pass school exams.
When these plaques are hung in the shrine, the wind takes these
wishes to the god of education, Egara Tenjin. It would not hurt
for your children to do the same!
Sanrio Puroland – Sanrio Puroland, where
you may find the famous “Hello Kitty”, is located
at the Tama Centre. Shows performed by Hello Kitty and some of
the characters in the Sanrio family are held regularly. Visitors
may also take the boat ride that will tour them around Sanrio
Kingdom.
Tokyo Disney Resort – One of the most
famous children’s destinations, Tokyo Disney Resort is
a great vacation place for the entire family. Take the Disney
Resort Line, a monorail that will take you around the resort.
The Tokyo Disneyland Park is a magical place of themed attractions
like Adventureland, Fantasyland and Tomorrowland with entertainment
for the whole family and parades. Seafaring adventures are in
store at the Tokyo Disney Sea Park. Tokyo Disneyland also has
souvenir shops, restaurants and world-class hotels to complete
your stay.
Ghibli Museum – Located in Mitaka, the
Ghibli Museum is a very unique museum that will instantly get
kids interested. The museum is dedicated to the work of Studio
Ghibli which is a Japanese animation team founded by anime sensei
Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata.
The museum has a very strange architecture with elaborate exhibits
and short films that can only be seen in the Ghibli Museum.
Universal Studios Japan – the first ever
Universal Studios outside the US, Universal Studios Japan is
another destination that caters to both children and adults alike.
The studio is located in Osaka and houses 18 attractions, 20
themed restaurants and various shops.
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