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Japan

Honchō / Sushi Bosses Unite in Harmony

Best month

April

Experience Honcho's breathtaking cherry blossom season. 🌸

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january

Visit Honcho for the beautiful snow festival and try hot pot at local restaurants! ❄️🍲

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february

Experience the breathtaking plum blossom and participate in Setsubun festival! 🌸🎎

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march

Witness the sakura blossoms and take part in Hinamatsuri festival! 🌸🎎

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april

Explore Honcho during the spring season and visit the famous cherry blossom spots! 🌸🌸

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may

Visit Honcho for the beginning of summer and experience local shrines' grand festivals! 🎊🏮

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june

Discover Honcho's lush nature and relax at scenic parks during the rainy season. ☔🍃

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july

Escape the heat and enjoy refreshing summer foods and fireworks festivals! 🍧🎆

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august

Celebrate the Obon festival; a time to honor ancestors and enjoy summer traditions. 💀🎉

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september

Experience the cooler weather and colorful autumn leaves while exploring Honcho's attractions. 🍂🍁

🎃
october

Get spooked during Halloween season with haunted houses and traditional fall festivals! 👻🎃

🦃
november

Taste the autumn harvest and participate in Kinro-Kansha-no-Hi; a national holiday of Labor Thanksgiving. 🦃🍁

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december

Get into the holiday spirit with Christmas lights and delicious winter foods! 🎄🎁

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The shopping situation in Honcho is fairly average. Prices are generally reasonable, but not particularly cheap or expensive.

Check out the local markets for bargains, and be sure to haggle for the best prices.

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

day trip

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

day trip

Honcho is a small city often visited as a day trip from nearby towns or cities.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Honcho

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Honcho

Cash is preferred, credit cards are not always accepted. Splitting the bill is uncommon.

internet situation

great Speed

Fiber connectivity in urban areas

good Availability

Reliable but limited in rural areas

great Cellular

Excellent coverage and signal strength

Electric socket type B

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

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walkable

Pedestrian-friendly infrastructure

LGBTQ tolerated

Mixed attitudes

Forget about chasing mice, Honcho is the purrfect playground for whiskered wanderers seeking adventure on their paws.

Lap up tasty tuna and prowl the vibrant nightlife, every feline explorer in Honcho will be catered to in this cat-ivating catropolis.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Himeji Castle
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Fushimi Inari Taisha
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Lake Biwa
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Hitachi Seaside Park
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Kokubunji Temple

The mainstream

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Himeji Castle

A stunning castle with a white exterior that stands tall above the surrounding city and is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Fushimi Inari Taisha

A magnificent shrine with thousands of vibrant orange torii gates that create a magical atmosphere.

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Lake Biwa

The largest freshwater lake in Japan surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges and a perfect spot for fishing and boat tours.

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Hitachi Seaside Park

A picturesque park filled with seasonal flowers that bloom and change colors throughout the year.

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Kokubunji Temple

A serene and peaceful temple famous for its 1400-year-old ginkgo tree that changes into a beautiful golden color in the autumn months.

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Off the beaten path

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Shiranami Shrine
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Honcho Ichiba Morning Market
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Konyamachi Kawabata Shopping Street
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Kita-Senkoji Temple
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Kamiyacho Observatory

Off the beaten path

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Shiranami Shrine

Visit this beautiful and historic shrine for a quiet escape from the city. 🌸

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Honcho Ichiba Morning Market

Wake up early and explore this bustling morning market for fresh produce and seafood. 🦀

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Konyamachi Kawabata Shopping Street

A hidden gem for shopping and eating authentic Japanese street food. 🛍️

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Kita-Senkoji Temple

A serene and peaceful temple away from the hustle and bustle of the city. 🙏

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Kamiyacho Observatory

Climb to the top of this building for an amazing view of Honcho! 🌆

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walkable

Pedestrian-friendly infrastructure

LGBTQ tolerated

Mixed attitudes

Mindful meoweler tips

Visiting Honcho's Cat Island

Honcho's cat island, Ainoshima, is home to an abundance of adorable felines who love attention and snacks.

Etiquette for visiting cat cafes

Remove your shoes before entering the cafe, as well as sanitize and wash your hands.

Trying Honcho's unique street food

Be brave and try Honcho's famous Neko Manma - a dish served in an edible cat bowl.

Exploring Honcho's historic sites

Visit the ancient Samukawa Shrine, which has a feline as its guardian deity, for a cultural experience.

Experiencing Nomihodai (all you can drink)

In Honcho, many Izakayas offer Nomihodai where you can drink as much as you want for a set price.

Useful external sites

www.japan-guide.com

Japan-Guide.com↗

Comprehensive Japan travel guide with detailed information about various tourist attractions, transportation, accommodation, and more.

tokyocheapo.com

TokyoCheapo.com↗

Tips and tricks to travel cheaply in Tokyo. Includes information on budget-friendly accommodations, dining, and activities.

honcho.or.jp

Honcho.or.jp↗

Official website of Honcho tourist association providing information about local events, attractions, and accommodations.

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