Tag Archives: Izu-Inatori Station

Strawberry Vending Machines, A Big Buddha, Micro Shrines, Unstaffed Stations & Being The Only Train Passenger In Izu

Posted on July 18, 2021 by tokyofox

The majority of my time in Izu back in early May was mostly just spent at home with the family but on about the sixth day I finally found some time to get out on my own for an afternoon. … Continue reading →

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Visiting The Museum In Izu Which Is Dedicated To Hina Dolls

Posted on July 15, 2021 by tokyofox

  Japan is known for its slightly quirky festivals, and each year on March 3rd there is one dedicated to dolls which many girls take part in. These little dolls aren`t the kind that you play with though as they … Continue reading →

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The Search For A Big Buddha Statue As Part Of The Izu 88 Temple Pilgrimage

Posted on June 15, 2021 by tokyofox

  The 88 temples of Shikoku is a fairly well-known pilgrimage done by about 300,000 people each year but little did I know that there is a lesser one of similar nature in an area of Shizuoka Prefecture which has … Continue reading →

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