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Tokyo Racecourse
Tokyo Racecourse (東京競馬場; Tokyo Keiba-jo) is a horse racing course located in Fuchu, Tokyo and operated by JRA.
Lake Kawaguchi in spring & Fuji Omuro Sengen Shrine
After the boat ride, I walked on the north bank of Lake Kawaguchi until I reached the Fuji Omuro Sengen Shrine, Mount Fuji’s oldest shrine. I then took a bus to the train station.
Mazemen at Menya Akatsuki in Komagome
Aesoba (あえそば), with all the free Jiro-style toppings (garlic, vegetables, karame, abura) and additional cheese. There is also a raw egg beneath the fat.
Hike to Mount Mitsutoge, Mount Kachi Kachi & Lake Kawaguchi
A couple of weeks ago, I went on a hike to Mount Mitsutoge (三つ峠山), in the Fuji 5 Lakes area.
Azalea Festival at the Rikugien Garden
There was an azalea festival held recently at the Rikugien Garden. I went there the first day so the flowers were not in full bloom yet.
Hike to Mount Toyama in Nikko
Mount Toyama (外山) is a mountain in Nikko. It is only a short walk (~1.5km) from the World Heritage sites, with great view on Nikko and Mount Nyoho at the summit. Here is a map of the trail.