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This beautiful villa has a rich history when Shogunate and Royalty used to walk its halls. The villa used to be located in Tokyo, where it was the Edo residence of the Kishi Tokugawa clan. However, b...

A sub-temple of the nearby Rinnoji Temple, Taiyuin Temple is the temple of the third Tokugawa Shogunate, Tokugawa Iemitsu who lived from 1604 to 1651. Iemitsu was the grandchild of Tokugawa...

A beautiful and serene gorge off the beaten path in the heart of Nikko, Kanmangafuchi Abyss is a must visit for those who want to escape the crowds and experience a true hidden gem. Kanmangafuchi is ...

Yanaka is a hidden gem that we at Snow Monkey Resorts love! A small but cosy neighbourhood, Yanaka managed to retain much of its traditional appearance and architecture despite there being fires, ear...

The museum was opened in 2015 to commemorate the 400 year anniversary of Tokugawa Ieyasu’s death. It has an impressive collection of Ieyasu’s personal belongings, including his armour, swords an...

One of the most popular activities to do around the Lake Kawaguchiko area is the Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway and Shrine. Visitors can enjoy a round trip ride up to the top of the mountainous terrain...

Located in the hidden gem of Nezu, adjacent to the neighbouring areas of Sendagi and Yanaka, Nezu shrine is one of the most beautiful and striking shrines in Tokyo. It is a Shinto Shrine dating back ...

One of Tokyo’s most beautiful and traditional Edo period gardens that lays adjacent to Tokyo Dome. The garden dates back to 1629. Throughout history, it has undergone renovations but still remains an...

Probably one of the most famous areas in all of Tokyo, Shibuya is home to many famous and popular attractions. Visitors to Shibuya can easily spend 1 day exploring all that Shibuya has to offer such ...