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Japan

Hiratsuka / Where the sea meets serenity

MeowScore 😻92/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😻
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😸
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😻
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

April

Wisteria Festival at Tsujido Park.

🍊🎆
january

Visit the Sagami Bay illuminations and eat local oranges.

🌸🏔️
february

Enjoy the plum festival and mountain views.

🌸🌸
march

Watch cherry blossoms bloom in Hiratsuka Park.

🌸💜
april

Experience the Wisteria Festival at Tsujido Park.

🎋🎉
may

Attend the Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival with bamboo decorations.

♨️💦
june

Cool off at Tsurumaki Onsen hot springs.

🌼💚
july

Join the Hydrangea Festival at Joumyou-ji Temple.

🎆🌊
august

Watch fireworks over Sagami Bay.

🍇🍇
september

Taste local grapes at the Manpuku-ji Temple Grape Festival.

🍂🎣
october

Experience autumn foliage and kunimasu salmon at Lake Miyagase.

🌼💜
november

Buy vibrant kiku chrysanthemums at the Koma Shrine Chrysanthemum Festival.

🎄🎆
december

See Christmas lights at the Hiratsuka Hie Shrine.

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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From a visiting cat's point of view, the shopping situation in Hiratsuka is moderate. Prices are reasonable for most items, but some luxury goods can be quite expensive. The economic situation is similar, with a decent balance between cost and quality of living.

For budget shopping, check out local markets and convenience stores. Look for sales at department stores for luxury items.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Short stopover

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Short stopover

Hiratsuka is a small city and often visited as part of a larger itinerary in the Kanagawa region.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Hiratsuka

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Hiratsuka

Cash is preferred, credit card is also accepted. Splitting the bill is not common but can be requested.

internet situation

great Speed

Reliable cable and fiber internet available.

great Availability

Most areas covered with high-speed internet.

excellent Cellular

Good coverage across the city with major carriers.

Electric socket type B

Common in North and Central America. Safer because of grounding pin, mind voltage differences.

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biking possible

Some bike lanes

walkable

Well-designed infrastructure & parks

LGBTQ tolerated

Mixed attitudes

The catnip in Hiratsuka is pawsome! So many feline-friendly places to visit.

The cat cafes are claw-some, but watch out for the stray cats who believe they own the streets!

Things to do

The mainstream

1
Hiratsuka Museum of Art
2
Nanasawa Forest Park
3
Enoshima Island
4
Sakawa River
5
Hiratsuka Hachiman-gu Shrine

The mainstream

1
Hiratsuka Museum of Art

Mewseum for the artsy cats. Exhibitions feature Japanese and Western artworks, pottery, and more. The garden outside is worth a visit too. Cats can get inspired by the art. 🎨🌿🐾

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Nanasawa Forest Park

Meowvelous park for a picnic, a frisky walk, or even camping. Stroll through the bamboo grove, spot some deers, and breathe in the fresh air. Cats can put their paws in the creek. 🐾🎋🦌

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3
Enoshima Island

Pick a sunny day to visit this catmazing island. Climb the stairs, spot some cats along the way, and enjoy spectacular views of the ocean. Don't forget to try the seafood! 😸🌊🍣

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4
Sakawa River

The pawfect place to go for a stroll along the river, watch the sakura bloom, or even do some fishing. Cats can feel the fresh air and listen to the babbling brook. 🐾🌸🎣

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5
Hiratsuka Hachiman-gu Shrine

Purrfectly peaceful shrine surrounded by lush greenery, on a hill overlooking Hiratsuka. Cats can enjoy the view and maybe even catch a glimpse of Mount Fuji. 😺🌿🗻

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Off the beaten path

🎥🐾🌺
Akira Kurosawa's House
🐠🏊‍♂️🐧
Enoshima Aquarium
🐱🌅🙏
Yugendo Cave Temple
🎋🎉🍙
Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival
🐈🌸🌳
Kajigaya Furusato Park

Off the beaten path

🎥🐾🌺
Akira Kurosawa's House

A meow-nificent tribute to the legendary filmmaker, with a statue of his favorite cat and a beautiful garden filled with cat-friendly plants 📽️🐈🌺

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🐠🏊‍♂️🐧
Enoshima Aquarium

An underwater world that will leave you feline excited! Watch jellyfish dance, dolphins perform and penguins waddle 🐧🐬🐙

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🐱🌅🙏
Yugendo Cave Temple

Follow the paw prints and discover this hidden temple built inside a limestone cave. A purr-fect spot for meditation and contemplation 🐾🙏🕉️

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🎋🎉🍙
Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival

A festival not to be missed! Wishes written on colorful papers, decorations made of origami, and lots of delicious food 🎋🎊😻

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🐈🌸🌳
Kajigaya Furusato Park

Catnip fields, cherry blossom trees, and paw-some walking paths, all in one park! Time to stretch those cat legs and explore 🌸🐾🌳

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biking possible

Some bike lanes

walkable

Well-designed infrastructure & parks

LGBTQ tolerated

Mixed attitudes

Mindful meoweler tips

Hiratsuka's Love for Green Tea

Hiratsuka is known for its high-quality green tea production. Enjoy a cup of tea or participate in the tea-picking season while meowing like a cat!

Cat-Friendly Attractions

Visit the Hiratsuka Hachimangu Shrine, where there is a 'Cat Shrine' dedicated to feline worship. Also explore the Kanagawa Prefectural Hosomi Art Museum, where cats roam freely and greet visitors. Meow!

Culinary Delights

Treat your taste buds to some local cuisine, such as Hiratsuka's famous Shonan Burger or Tamago-Yaki (Japanese-style omelet). Don't forget to satisfy your sweet tooth with some traditional wagashi sweets. Yum!

Festivals and Celebrations

Join the festivities during the annual 'Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival' in July or the 'Hiratsuka Umi no Bon Festival' in August. Enjoy colorful parades, lively music, and delicious food stalls! Meow-velous!

Useful external sites

www.hiratsukatanabata.com

Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival↗

Information about the annual Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival, including dates, locations, and events.

www.city.hiratsuka.kanagawa.jp

Hiratsuka City official website↗

Official website of Hiratsuka City with information on transportation, lodging, and things to do in Hiratsuka.

www.hiratsukamoa.jp/en

Hiratsuka Museum of Art↗

Website of the Hiratsuka Museum of Art, featuring information on current and upcoming exhibitions, as well as the museum's permanent collection.

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