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Japan

Kodaira / Land of Peaceful Smiles

Best month

April

Flower & Greenery festivals, Kodaira Hiraguri Festival.

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january

Visit the Koedo Kawagoe Matsuri festival and admire the winter illumination at Kodaira Station Plaza. #13294b 🎉🎆

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february

Celebrate Setsubun at Kodaira Toku-Fuku Shrine and enjoy the Plum Festival at Shiofune Kannon Temple. #b15b6c 🌸🎎

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march

Explore the cherry blossoms at Fuchu no Mori Park and witness the Hina Doll Festival at Hikawa Shrine. #f5b041 🌸🎎

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april

Visit Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum for flower and greenery festivals, and don't miss the Kodaira Hiraguri Festival. #8c4d4d 🏯🎶

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may

Enjoy the beautiful Azalea Festival at Shinnyo-en Temple and the Kodaira Fresh Green Festival at Kodaira Citizens' Forest. #8aae5c 🌺🌳

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june

Take part in the Mitaka Citrus Fair at Inokashira Park and see the Kodaira Festival Parade. #feb600 🎉🍊

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july

Experience the Tanabata Festival at Tama Central Park and attend the Kodaira City Fireworks Festival. #8c4d4d 🎆✨

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august

Join the lively Summer Festival at Kokuryo Shrine and cool off at Kodaira Citizen's Pool. #ff8c00 🎉🏊

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september

Watch the Kodaira Nagayama Tougei fire performances and visit the Autumn Leaves Festival at Yaho Tenmangu Shrine. #a04c8e 🍁🎇

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october

Experience the popular Tokyo Game Show and the mesmerizing autumn leaves at Fuchu no Mori Park. #733b66 🎮🍂

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november

Enjoy fall foliage at Shinnyo-en Temple and catch the Kodaira Hinamikosan Festival's grand parade. #d2b48c 🍂🎎

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december

See the wonderful winter illuminations at Akigawa Gorge and Kodaira Station Plaza. Don't forget to visit Santa at Cocoon City! #0099cc 🎅❄️

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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As a visiting cat, I found Kodaira to be moderately expensive with both high-end and affordable shopping options available.

For budget-friendly options, explore local grocery stores and markets instead of luxury brand shops.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

temples and parks

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

temples and parks

Most tourists visit Kodaira on a day trip from Tokyo to visit the temples, gardens, parks and local restaurants.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Kodaira

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Kodaira

Cash is preferred but credit card is accepted in many places. Splitting the bill is not common and a table charge may be included.

internet situation

great Speed

Fast fiber optic infrastructure

excellent Availability

Widespread coverage and reliable service

great Cellular

Good coverage but slower in some areas

Electric socket type B

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

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biking possible

Good infrastructure

walkable -ish

Good infrastructure and low traffic

LGBTQ tolerated

Neutral attitude

A cat's paradise with tranquil streets, delicious fish, and cozy cat cafes.

Cats can roam freely in the spacious parks and admire the stunning architecture of shrines and temples.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Showa-no-Mori Museum
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Kodaira Forest Park
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Hitotsubashi University Kodaira Campus
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Kodaira Furusato-no-Hiroba
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Kodaira City Hall

The mainstream

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Showa-no-Mori Museum

A museum dedicated to the Showa era where cats can learn about the history and culture of their ancestors. 🏯

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Kodaira Forest Park

A peaceful nature reserve where cats can take a stroll and escape the hustle and bustle of city life. 🌲

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Hitotsubashi University Kodaira Campus

A beautiful campus where intelligent cats go to learn and expand their knowledge. 📚

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Kodaira Furusato-no-Hiroba

A park where cats can experience local traditions through various events and festivals throughout the year. 🎉

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Kodaira City Hall

The center of Kodaira's government where cat politicians make important decisions for their citizens. 🏛️

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Off the beaten path

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Kodaira Onsen
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Kodaira Forest Park
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Take no Ie Bakery
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Kodaira Hirakushi Denchu Art Museum
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Fuji Memorial Garden

Off the beaten path

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Kodaira Onsen

A traditional Japanese hot spring bathhouse with indoor and outdoor baths. A perfect spot to relax and unwind. 🛀

Google Maps
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Kodaira Forest Park

A peaceful park with walking trails, a playground, and a small zoo featuring native Japanese animals. 🦝

Google Maps
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Take no Ie Bakery

A cozy bakery with a variety of delicious bread and pastries, plus a cute outdoor seating area. 🥐

Google Maps
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Kodaira Hirakushi Denchu Art Museum

An art museum dedicated to prominent Japanese ceramics artist Hirakushi Denchu. 🖌️

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Fuji Memorial Garden

A serene garden with a pond, walking paths, and a beautiful view of Mt. Fuji. 🌸

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biking possible

Good infrastructure

walkable -ish

Good infrastructure and low traffic

LGBTQ tolerated

Neutral attitude

Mindful meoweler tips

Explore Showa Kinen Park

A sprawling park featuring a Japanese garden, traditional tea house, and BBQ areas.

Visit the Kodaira Furusato Museum

Learn about the history and culture of the Kodaira area, including traditional crafts and farming.

Try Kodaira's famous noodle dish

Tsukemen is a thick noodle dish served with a dipping sauce, often topped with pork and egg.

Attend a baseball game at the Musashino Ballpark

Experience the excitement of a Japanese baseball game at this outdoor stadium.

Visit Takagi Shrine

A historic shrine dating back to 1180, surrounded by lush forest and tranquil ponds.

Useful external sites

tokyocheapo.com

Tokyo Cheapo↗

Budget travel guide for Tokyo with tips on activities, events, and accommodations

www.japan-rail-pass.com

Japan Rail Pass↗

Official site for purchasing Japan Rail Pass, a cost-effective way to travel around Japan

www.city.kodaira.tokyo.jp.e.fj.hp.transer.com/index.html

Kodaira City Official Website↗

Official website for Kodaira city with information on local attractions, events, and transportation

Beware, most of the content was generated by AI