Neighborhood Guide in Sagamihara, Kanagawa, Japan

1. Sagamiko Resort Pleasure Forest

Amusement park with roller coasters and water rides, also features a hotel and hot springs.

Unique Rides: Offers thrilling rides such as the world's first Ferris wheel with gondolas that spin.
Hot Spring Experience: Provides access to natural hot spring baths, a traditional Japanese relaxation method.
Accommodation: Offers on-site hotel accommodation for visitors who wish to stay longer.

Modern art museum showcasing works by Japanese and international artists.

Rotating Exhibits: Regularly hosts new exhibitions featuring different artists and themes.
Educational Programs: Provides educational programs for both children and adults interested in art.
Cafe and Gift Shop: Has a cafe serving light refreshments and a gift shop selling art-related items.

Park located on the site of an old silk mill, offering a blend of nature and history.

Historical Significance: Provides insights into Sagamihara's historical silk production industry.
Nature Walk: Offers scenic walking trails and picnic areas for visitors to enjoy.
Seasonal Events: Hosts various events throughout the year, such as cherry blossom festivals and autumn leaf viewing.

Home stadium of Sagamihara FC, featuring a large capacity seating area.

Professional Soccer Matches: Hosts professional soccer matches for Sagamihara FC and occasionally other teams.
Events and Concerts: Hosts various events, including concerts and cultural festivals.
Fan Shop: Has a team shop selling merchandise for Sagamihara FC fans.

Marina with boat rentals and a variety of restaurants.

Boat Rentals: Rents out boats for visitors to enjoy on Lake Ashi.
Restaurants: Offers a range of dining options, including seafood and international cuisines.
Scenic Views: Provides beautiful views of Lake Ashi and the surrounding mountains.

Botanical garden with over 10,000 species of plants and a large glass greenhouse.

Variety of Plants: Features a wide variety of plant species from around the world.
Glass Greenhouse: Large glass greenhouse allows visitors to observe tropical plants year-round.
Seasonal Blooms: Offers seasonal blooms, such as cherry blossoms in the spring and autumn leaves in the fall.

Traditional Japanese hot spring village with several onsens (hot spring baths) and restaurants.

Authentic Experience: Provides an authentic Japanese hot spring experience.
Variety of Onsens: Offers various types of onsen, such as open-air and indoor baths.
Restaurants: Features local Japanese restaurants serving traditional dishes.

Large park with a lake, sports facilities, and picnic areas.

Outdoor Activities: Offers various outdoor activities, such as swimming, boating, and sports.
Scenic Views: Provides scenic views of the surrounding hills and lake.
Picnic Areas: Has numerous picnic areas for visitors to enjoy a packed lunch.

Park with a large collection of candles and candle-making workshops.

Candle Collection: Features a vast collection of candles from around the world.
Workshops: Offers candle-making workshops for visitors to create their own candles.
Cafe and Shop: Has a cafe and gift shop selling candles, candle-making supplies, and related items.

Outlet mall with discounted brand-name goods and dining options.

Brand Name Goods: Offers discounted brand-name clothing, shoes, and accessories.
Dining Options: Features various dining options, including fast food, sit-down restaurants, and cafes.
Events: Hosts events throughout the year, such as fashion shows and live music performances.

Central park in Sagamihara with a large pond, sports facilities, and playgrounds.

Outdoor Activities: Offers various outdoor activities, such as sports and picnicking.
Scenic Views: Provides scenic views of the large pond and surrounding greenery.
Children's Playground: Features playground equipment for children to enjoy.

Winery located in the Pleasure Forest amusement park, offering wine tasting and tours.

Wine Tastings: Offers wine tastings for visitors to sample their selection of wines.
Tours: Provides tours of the winery, explaining the wine-making process.
Wine Shop: Has a shop selling bottles of wine and related merchandise.

Aquarium featuring a variety of marine life, including penguins and dolphins.

Marine Life: Features a wide variety of marine life, such as fish, penguins, and dolphins.
Interactive Exhibits: Offers interactive exhibits, allowing visitors to learn more about the marine life.
Shows: Hosts daily shows featuring dolphins and sea lions.

Village with several breweries offering beer tastings and tours.

Beer Tastings: Offers beer tastings for visitors to sample various types of beer.
Tours: Provides tours of the breweries, explaining the beer-making process.
Restaurants: Features restaurants serving food and drinks, including beer-themed dishes.

Museum dedicated to the Sengoku period samurai lord, Tang Cabinet.

Historical Artifacts: Features a collection of historical artifacts related to Tang Cabinet.
Exhibits: Offers exhibitions explaining the life and achievements of Tang Cabinet.
Historical Context: Provides historical context for visitors to understand the Sengoku period.