Where is the best place to travel to Japan on May Day?

Japan is a country that attaches great importance to and develops tourism. Although Japan has limited natural resources, its cultural landscape and environment are first-rate, especially its unique local culture and cuisine, as well as its clean and tidy social form. Here is a detailed recommendation for tourist attractions in Japan during the May Day holiday.

1. Karuizawa

Karuizawa, located in Nagano Prefecture surrounding Tokyo, has beautiful natural scenery. Not only is it the favorite summer resort of the Japanese royal family, it is also a beautiful honeymoon destination that rivals the Maldives. Among the five most beautiful churches in Japan, two are occupied by Koizawa. The Ishigaki Church, built of stone and glass, is one of the most popular wedding venues in Japan; the Plateau Church, a wooden cabin hidden deep in the forest, is one of the oldest Western-style wedding churches in Japan.

Transportation Guide:

Take the Nagano Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Karuizawa Station, which takes about 1 hour.

2. Izu

Izu is famous for Kawabata Yasunari's "The Dancing Girl of Izu". This is a hot spring town with a history of 1,200 years. There are mountains and seas, bathing in Doi hot springs, climbing Tiancheng Mountain, climbing Lovers' Point, seeing Kyolian Falls, riding waves in Minami Izu, and Xiushan Temple where the story of "The Dancing Girl of Izu" takes place. A young and artistic friend can also visit the Izu Music Box Museum and the Izu Teddy Bear Museum.

Transportation Guide:

Take the Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Atai Station, which takes about 45 minutes.

3. Nikko

During the day, you will encounter Japan in the Edo period. 400 years ago, Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun in the shogunate era, passed away. People built a temple for him, Nikkoji Temple, which is still majestic and magnificent today. You can also go to Kegon Falls, one of the three largest waterfalls in Japan, and Lake Nakamoriji, Japan’s representative alpine lake. Tochigi Prefecture, where the sun is located, is famous for growing strawberries. As soon as the May Day sunshine passes, it’s time to pick strawberries. You can experience strawberry picking in Japan.

Transportation Guide:

Take the Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Utsunomiya Station, then transfer to JR to Nikko Station, which takes about 1 hour and 50 minutes.

4. Kamakura

"Slam Dunk" is the reason why many people go to Kamakura. In addition to many comic scenes, Kamakura also has many interesting places. Those who like traditional Japanese temples and shrines can visit the famous Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine and Hasegawa-ji Temple. Those who like natural scenery can take the "Seaside Train" Enoden to visit Enoshima. Enoden passes Kamakura University, Kotokuin and other scenic spots along the way, and you can get off the bus for sightseeing. The Botanical Garden and Enoshima Shrine in Enoshima also have local characteristics.

Transportation Guide:

Take the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Kamakura Station, which takes about 1 hour.