Top Things to Do in Nishitokyo
Things to Do in Nishitokyo
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- Hiroaki KanekoTokyo, Japan3,521 contributions境内の至る所に龍の像が配置されている神社です。本殿内の『金龍』を中心に、北は『黒龍』、南は『赤龍』、東は『青龍』、西は『白龍』が配置されており、それぞれの色が五行思想に準じているため、霊験あらたかな神社として広く知られ、特に休日は祭事が無いにも関わらず参拝客で行列が出来る程です。それぞれの龍の神力が込められているとされる神木が植えられており、その木に触れて神力を授かろうとする参拝客も大勢います。龍にまつわるものが多くある神社であるからか、手水舎を始め、水に関連するスポットも多くあります。とは言え、いずれの水のスポットも飲み水ではありません。
このような人気を誇る神社ではありますが、境内はそれ程広くは無く、単に周遊するだけであれば30分程度で済むでしょう。そのため、参拝客が多い日にはかなり境内は密集します。前述の龍の像だけでなく、様々な神様が祀られた小さな神社も多くあり、非常に見どころはありますが、一方で休憩用のベンチ等は少なく、一休憩する場所が限られていることに注意が必要です。
駐車場はありますが、田無駅からもそれほど遠くはないため、天気がいい日であれば散策がてら参拝するのもいいかもしれません。
The shrine has statues of dragons placed throughout the precincts of the shrine. Centered on the "Golden Dragon" in the main hall, "Black Dragon" is located in the north, "Red Dragon" in the south, "Blue Dragon" in the east, and "White Dragon" in the west, each color following the five elements philosophy. The shrine is widely known as a shrine of spiritual power, especially on holidays, many worshippers line up for the shrine even though there are no festivals. The shrine is also home to a sacred tree that is believed to contain the divine power of each dragon, and many visitors come to touch the tree and receive divine power. Perhaps because the shrine has many dragon-related items, there are also many spots related to water, including the hand-watering basin. However, none of the water spots are for drinking.
Although the shrine boasts such popularity, the precincts are not very large, and a simple tour around the shrine will take only about 30 minutes. Therefore, on days when there are many worshippers, the shrine precincts become quite crowded. There are many small shrines enshrining various deities as well as the aforementioned dragon statues, so there is much to see, but be aware that there are only a few benches for resting, so places to take a break are limited.
Although there is a parking lot, it's not far from Tanashi Station, so if the weather is nice, it may be a good idea to take a stroll and visit the shrine.Written 18 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Chris K44 contributionsVery good science museum and Planetarium. Super kid friendly with lots of activities and things for them to do.
Before you go I would check on making any type of reservations for special things in the science lab. (i.e. when we there on a Sunday, kids were building rockets, but you needed a reservation)
If you don't speak/read Japanese, some of the exhibits have English and you can generally get the idea. However if you really want to get into the details probably not much luck.
A lot of different topics are presented: Space, Science, Life, Geology, Machines, Body
My 5 year old was already asking when we could go back.
The planetarium did have ear pieces that had English translation during the show.
If you would go more than once, I would also recommend getting the annual pass.
Very reasonable price.Written 1 July 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Grumpy M1 contributionThe temple has very
Informative and friendly priests. The grounds are very well maintained. Very hospitable to foreigners. Interesting temple. Well worth the visit.Written 17 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - A RachmanJakarta, Indonesia129 contributionsVisited this place as a part of a conference and really impressed on what they did in this place. Please note that I am not sure whether this place is really open to public (maybe part of it).
In this campus ground, there is a patch of forest, the Tanashi forest, that is used to study and do research on many things about the forest plants in Japan. Within this forest, there is also an experimental patch where the students and researchers do experiment related to the agroforestry and ecology of the forest. You might need to contact someone to know whether you can enter or get a guided tour though. I did heard that this campus is open to public during some special activities, like learning about the woods for children and parents. But please call the receptionist to get more information about it.
Also part of this facility is an institute belong to University of Tokyo (U-Tokyo) that focused on studying the agriculture practices and technology. They have a small storage room that also acts as a museum (this probably open to public) that showcase many agricultural tools, starting from the very traditional one to a bit more modern (around 1990s). There are also experimental fields that students and researchers used to do their study on many crops, like rice, wheat, persimmon, etc.Written 8 November 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nishitokyo
- The top attractions to visit in Nishitokyo are:
- Tamarokuto Science Center
- Tanashi Shrine
- Higashifushimi Inari Shrine
- The University of Tokyo, Tanashi Forest
- Sojiji Temple
- The best outdoor activities in Nishitokyo according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- The University of Tokyo, Tanashi Forest
- West Tokyo Ikoi No Mori Park
- Bunridai Park
- Shitanoya Iseki Park
- Izumisho Wakuwaku Park