Today's Nobeyama Highlands Yatsugatake and Highland vegetables, this is the scenery of Nobeyama Highlands. Around Mt. Meshimori, daylily is beginning to bloom.

Nice to meet you all and welcome to COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is Katsuyama City Tourism Town Planning Co., Ltd. Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture is a city with a population of about 20,000 located in the northeastern part of Fukui Prefecture. It is one of the One of the best in Japan heavy snowfall areas and is designated as a Special heavy snowfall area. With the extension of the Hokuriku Shinkansen to Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture in 2024, access from Central Tokyo has become more convenient. In this First Post of COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, I will briefly introduce Recommendations for Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture. Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture is a city of dinosaurs Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture is also known as the excavation site of dinosaur fossils in One of the best in Japan. In the 1980s, when it was said that dinosaur fossils were not excavated in Japan, crocodile fossils were found in Katsuyama City, and full-scale excavation of dinosaur fossils began in 1989. In the 1990s, dinosaur fossils such as iguanodon were collected, and in 1995, the skeleton of the whole body was reconstructed for the first time in Japan. In 2000, the world's three largest dinosaur Museum "Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum" opened, and the name of Katsuyama City became known around the world. In the 2010s, new species of dinosaurs were announced one after another, and in 2017, five types of dinosaur fossils, including Fukui Raptor and Fukuisaurus, and their excavation sites were designated as "National Natural Monuments". ◇Introduction of Sightseeing spots in Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture ・Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum The vast exhibition facilities consists of three zones: "The World of Dinosaurs," "Earth Science," and "History of Life," and you can fully enjoy the world of dinosaurs with 50 dinosaur skeletons, hundreds of 1,000 specimens, large-scale Restored Diorama, and Video. ・Open Air Dinosaur Museums It is a facilities where you can Visiting the site the actual excavation site that opened in 2014 in Katsuyama City Chatan town the largest dinosaur fossil excavation site in Japan. At the Fossil Excavation Experience Plaza, you can experience excavation by hitting stones brought from the excavation site, and learn about the Scenes of dinosaur fossil excavation while listening to expert explanations. ・Daishizan Seidaji Temple (Echizen Daibutsu) Opened in 1987, the Echizen Daibutsu of Daishizan Seidaji Temple is 17 meters tall and exceeds the size of the Nara Great Buddha. There are 1,281 stone and gold Buddhas enshrinement on the walls of the Mikata of the Great Buddha. ・Heisan Jihakusan Shrine Elevation known as the center of the Hakusan faith, which is open to the Mt. of 2,702 Meter. It is said to have been founded nearly 1,300 years ago. Famous for the moss that spreads all over the area in front of the worship hall. ・Ski Jam Katsuyama It is one of the largest snow resorts in western Japan, with vast slopes and abundant snow quality, and there are courses that can be enjoyed by beginners and advanced skiers. Activities such as trekking, mountain biking, park golf, paragliding and Segway are available in summer. Spot where you can enjoy nature in all four seasons. ・Katsuyama Castle Museum It is a history museum set up in the castle tower with a height of 57.8 meters. From the observation deck on the top floor, you can overlook the nature of Katsuyama City. ・Roadside Station Dinosaur Valleys Katsuyama Roadside Station Dinosaur Valleys Katsuyama is a facility that serves as a tourist base in Katsuyama City. A large number of Fresh Local Agricultural Products and Specialty Products are available, and many tourists Visit every day. Spot is a great stop along the way. ◇Introduction of festivals and events in Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture ・Katsuyama Sagicho Festival The Katsuyama Sagicho Festival is a traditional Festival that has been held in Katsuyama City for more than 300 years, Held in every February. The highlights are the "Floating drums" on the Turrets in each town and the Finale "Dondoyaki". It is said that the Scene of "Floating drums", in which three One set playfully slap the Drum, is strange festival. ◇Introducing Tourist Information of Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture Katsuyama City, which is known around the world as a dinosaur town, is a valuable area where you can feel close to dinosaurs, such as dinosaur excavation experiences. In Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture, not only children who like dinosaurs, but also Adults can enjoy it. Please visit Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture and experience its charm. In COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will introduce recommended Tourist Information in Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture, so thank you!

【Magome juku】Magome juku in Nakatsugawa City is very popular with overseas tourists. In a Shukuba full of atmosphere, you can enjoy time travel as if you were transported back in time to the Edo period while walking along the cobblestone slope! Restrooms available in several places in the Shukuba, and the pleasant sound of water streams by. It is also the birthplace of Shimazaki Fujimura, who is known for "Before Dawn" and "Destruction", which was also made into a movie. The Fujimura Memorial Museum has a collection of about 6,000 works, including manuscripts of Fujimura's works and his belongings. The photo was taken around this time last year (2023). Period, hydrangeas bloom in the Shukuba. The hydrangea Shukuba is a sight that can only be seen at this period! !! Other, there are restaurants and shops, and you can Fun eating and shopping. It is a Spot that cannot be missed in Kisoji sightseeing! !!

[Hydrangea is in full bloom! ] Roadside Station Shirane The hydrangeas at the Roadside Station Shirane Information Center are in full bloom and in Best time to visit. Subtle shades from blue to purple bring color to the Ume Plum Period.

This is an introduction to the "Takabocchi Highlands" on the border of Okaya City and Shiojiri City, next to Kankochi Suwa. The Takabocchi Highlands is a Highlands that spreads out on a gentle slope. You can enjoy a 360° panorama in the midst of Nature. If the weather is good, you can see Mt. Fuji, Yatsugatake, the Northern Alps, the Southern Alps, the Central Alps, Mt. Ontake, and Mt. Norikura. The alpine plant Renge azalea was blooming bright red. * High Bocce Skyline is closed from early December to late April during the winter season.

Peach picking [2024] July 6, 2024 (Sat) ~ August 12, 2024 (Mon) Reservations will start at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 22, 2024. Please apply from the Toyooka Travel Time Home page. We have prepared a peach-filled discount plan that includes peach picking (for souvenirs) + All you can eat peaches and an All you can eat Traditional Japanese straw raincoat plan. Popular peach picking every year! Please come and make memories this summer with your family and friends. By reservation only is required during the period. Please make a reservation at least 3 days before the experience date. Please be sure to read the [Details] carefully and proceed to the WEB reservation page. For group reservations (via travel agencies), please contact Roadside Station Minami Shinshu Toyooka Marche 0265-48-8061. * If you do not go through a travel agency, even if you come by bus, etc., everything will be treated as an individual. [ Details ] period Saturday, July 6, 2024 ~ Monday, August 12, 2024 * Reservations may not be possible depending on the weather and peach growth conditions. Reception hours 13 times a day (7 in the morning / 6 in the afternoon) ９：００ / ９：３０ / １０：００ / １０：３０ / １１：００ / １１：３０ １２：００ / １２：３０ / １３：００ / １３：３０ / １４：００ / １４：３０ =Notes= In principle, reservations and information after 14:30 cannot be accepted. Please make your reservation with plenty of time to spare. Please come to the reception location (Toyooka Travel Time) so as not to be late for the reserved time. Please note that if you are late for your reservation time, we may not be able to guide you. Plan (tax included) 【Peach picking + All you can eat set plan】In principle, please make a reservation at least 3 days in advance. =Individual Plan= 2 pieces stripped + All you can eat 2,100 yen 3 pieces + All you can eat 2,300 yen =Family Plan= 《Up to 4 people》 6 pieces stripped + All you can eat 7,000 yen 《Up to 6 people》 10 pieces + All you can eat 10,500 yen Reservations are not required Restrooms available All you can eat only. All you can eat for 20 minutes 1,500 yen 《Reception hours》 9:00~15:00 * Peach picking includes the entrance fee to the park and the experience fee. * Customers who choose the All you can eat only plan will not be able to enter the park. * Fee for all above plans is uniform for ages 4 and over. Use for children under 3 years old is not allowed, but All you can eat is free of charge. Stream of the day (time required: about 1 hour) [Peach picking + All you can eat set plan] (1) Reception and payment (Toyooka travel time) ↓ (2) Harvesting experience (move to Taoyuan) * Each person travels by private car ↓ (3) All you can eat 20 minutes (dedicated space for Roadside Station and market All you can eat) =Notes= ◎ All transportation will be by private car. You will be given a map of Taoyuan at the reception. ◎ Depending on the congestion situation, (2) and (3) may be before and after. ◎ Immediately after reception, you will be asked to do the park or All you can eat. (* Please refrain from moving to other sightseeing spots after reception) ◎ Restrooms available may not be removed depending on the weather and the condition of the park, but Souvenirs (peaches plucked in advance by the owner will be handed over at the park). ◎ Please aim for about 60 minutes from the mogiri experience to the end of All you can eat. 【All you can eat only plan】※Restrooms available is not required. (1) Reception and payment (Roadside Station and Yooka market sightseeing Information Center or Toyooka Tourism Association and Yooka travel time) ↓ (2) All you can eat 20 minutes (dedicated space market All you can eat Roadside Station) =Notes= ◎ Customers who choose the All you can eat only plan will not be able to enter the peach picking garden. ◎ All you can eat only plan does not require reservation. Please accept and pay at the Toyooka market sightseeing Information Center. ◎ It will end as soon as the All you can eat peaches of the day runs out. request Peaches are delicate fruits. Do not press the peaches that are growing on the tree or the All you can eat peaches. Meeting point and inquiries Toyooka Travel Time (Toyooka Tourism Association) Business hours: 9:00~18:00 〒399-3202 Nagano Shimoina-gun Toyooka Village Kuma Shiro 12407 TEL：0265-49-3395 Email：toyotabi@vill-nagano-toyooka-kanko.jp If you come with a car navigation system, this facility is a new facility, so you will be directed to a different location at the above address. If you are using a car navigation system, please set "Toyooka Village Central Nursery School" or "Roadside Station Minami Shinshu Toyooka Marche" as your destination. If you use Google Maps, you can search for "Toyooka travel time". How to make a reservation Same-day guidance is also possible, but reservations will take precedence. We may not be able to guide you on the day, so we recommend that you make a reservation in advance. Phone Reservation 0265-49-3395 (Reception hours 9:00~18:00) WEB Reservation * Reservations for 2024 will start at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 22 * Peach picking web reservation page [Cancellation] There is no cancellation fee even on the day, but please be sure to contact us in case of cancellation.

Nice to meet Mr./Ms. everyone! This is the Fujikawa Development Corporation. Fujikawa Town, Yamanashi Prefecture is a town of about 14,000 people located in Minamikoma-gun, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. Located in the southwestern part of the Kofu Basin, it is a Rich in nature area where one of the Two Hundred Famous Mountains of Japan Mt. Kushigatayama on the west side and the Fuji River, one of the three major rapids Japan, stream on the east side. Fujikawa Town flourished as a post town for Fuji River boat transportation during the Edo period, and many travelers visited this area. In addition, many old shrines and temples Restrooms available in the Fujikawa Town, and Kongozan Myouji Temple is designated as a National Important Cultural Property. These historic buildings convey the long history and culture of Fujikawa Town to the present day. ==Introduction to Sightseeing spots in Fujikawa Town, Yamanashi Prefecture== ・Oboshi Park It is a famous place for cherry blossoms that has been selected as a "Japan 100 best cherry blossom viewing spots". 2,000 cherry trees bloom in Springs. Oyanagawa Valleys Promenade You can enjoy the beautiful nature of the four seasons, such as fresh greenery and autumn leaves. ・Himuro Shrine Elevation is a shrine located in 1000 meters, and you have to climb 575 long stairs to Prayer to the main hall. ・Mt.Hoda Nanmyoji Temple It is a historic temple built in 1480. ・Myohoji Temple It is also known as "Hydrangea Temple" or "Haiku Temple", and from the end of June to the beginning of July, 20,000 hydrangeas bloom all over the Precincts. ==Specialty products of Fujikawa Town, Yamanashi Prefecture== Fujikawa Town's Specialty Products include yuzu and La France, Restrooms available. These Specialty Products are nurtured by the rich nature of Fujikawa Town, and you can enjoy their Fresh taste. Roadside Station Fujikawa is lined with these fresh agricultural products and specialty products, so it is also recommended as a souvenir. ==Recommendations for Fujikawa Town, Yamanashi == The Linear Central Shinkansen Line tunnel Penetration memorial "Penetration stone" in the thank-you gift of the Fujikawa Town Furusato Nozei has become a popular item. Fujikawa Town is a Town where people who visit it can truly enjoy peace and Impression thanks to its beautiful nature, rich history, and delicious Specialty Products. Enjoy a journey of nature, history, and gastronomy in Fujikawa Town, Yamanashi Prefecture. Fun will be sending out Recommendations for Fujikawa Town at COOL JAPAN VIDEOS!

Kankochi Suwa!!!　 Introducing the Takashima Castle Festival! May 26, 2024 (the fourth Sunday in May every year). The 55th Takashima Castle Festival was held in. This year, 19 groups presented on stage. Hip-hop dances, Japan dances, Drum, singer singing, Restrooms available and the Matsumoto Castle Gun Corps (arquebus) were Restrooms available.　 　The Gun Squad made a strong impression on me. Restrooms available even in Japan.　The arquebus is about 430 years old Restrooms available and I think that there are few people who have traditionally preserved the ones that can be used today Squid　The people who protect the arquebus and carry on the tradition are the people of the Matsumoto Castle Gun Corps.　That's why arquebuses can be seen at events such as Matsumoto Castle.　The gunners brought several types of arquebuses.　To the untrained eye, I saw two types of arquebuses.　The first is the bantsu (infantry gun), and the next is the medium tube (medium gun).　They fired blanks in several different formations.　It was a great impact sound!　Finally, a batter from Suwa shot the middle tube. It was a huge sound that seemed to cut through the space we were in.　It was really amazing, and I felt wonderful! Drum performances, children's Hip-Hop dances, and families came to watch.　In this festival, you can buy specialties from Stalls, sister cities, and friendship cities, and you can also do tree climbing!!　 We were blessed with good weather and many citizens came to the event. If you have the opportunity to come to the Takashima Castle Festival, please come and enjoy it!

◆ Myojin Stone ◆ Myojin Stone is an oval-spherical boulder with a major axis of about 2.5 meters, a minor axis of about 1.8 meters, and a height of about 1.2 meters yen. I don't know how long it has been in this area, but it is thought that it was brought from the Ina Mountains by the flooding of the Mibuzawa River in ancient times. This rock has been revered by people since ancient times as a mysterious rock that is not frightened by large floods, even though it can be easily moved by the power of a child. Also, I don't know when it started, but it was surrounded by a Jade fence and was considered a sacred place of worship for Suwa Grand Shrine. The origin of the name is unknown, but it is said that when the Suwa Grand Shrine solicited the Suwa Daimyojin to this area, a shintai was enshrinement on this rock and a festival was held until the shrine (Mibuzawa Suwa Shrine) was completed. Since then, it has been customary to use this rock as a temporary enshrinement for the Shintai during the expansion and renovation of the shrine. ● Details of Myojin Stone ・ Request to customers who Use 　The people of the district take good care of this stone. 　When you go inside and push the stones, be careful not to break the Sacred straw ropes or sakaki decorations. ・Facilities 　Restrooms available with handrails ・Toilet 　without ・Parking lot 　None (Use the parking lot in front of the nearby Mibusawa Suwa Shrine) ・Inquiries 　Toyooka Travel Time (0265-49-3395)

How do you do! Shinshu Shinano Town Tourist Association. Nagano Prefecture Kamisuunai-gun Shinano Town (Shinanomachi) is a Town in the Northern part of Nagano Prefecture and borders Niigata Prefecture. The population is about 7,000. Restrooms available are surrounded by mountains such as Myoko, Kurohime, Togakushi, Iizuna and Motto, and there are many popular tourist spots such as Lake Nojiri and Kurohime Plateau. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will provide recommended Tourist Information for Shinano Town, Nagano Prefecture, also known as Kobayashi Issa's hometown. ◆What is Shinano Town, Nagano Prefecture? ◆ In winter, the finest powder snow welcomes you in Shinano Town, Nagano Prefecture. Restrooms available are popular ski resorts such as Kurohime Plateau Ski Resort, Myoko and Ikarao Plateau, making it an ideal area for winter sports. It is also popular with tourists from overseas, including Australia and Taiwan. Shinano Town in Nagano Prefecture is divided into four main areas. ◎ Kurohime Plateau area ◎ Tangram Motto area ◎ Kashiwabara/Fujisato area ◎ Lake Nojiri area ◆Introducing recommended Sightseeing spots in Shinano Town, Nagano Prefecture by four areas◆ 〜〜〜 Kurohime Plateau Area 〜〜〜 In the area of Kurohime Plateau, where you can enjoy the nature typical of Nagano Prefecture, you can enjoy skiing dahlias and cosmos in summer and powder snow in winter. ◎ Kurohime Fairy Tale Museum & Fairy Tale Forest Gallery Literature, art, and nature come together at the Kurohime Fairy Tale Museum. The museum houses and exhibits valuable documents of Michael Ende and Miyoko Matsutani, which are loved by generations, as well as fairy tales and picture books from around the world, as well as folk tales from Borrowed Province. ◎ Kurohime Highland Dog Run It is a vast Dog Run with an area of about 3000㎡. It is made to take advantage of the natural hilly terrain and can be enjoyed by both small and large dogs. ◎ Kurohime Highland Cosmos Garden Kurohime Highland Cosmos Garden is full of beautiful cosmos flowers from summer to autumn. The colorful cosmos flower fields spread over the vast Highlands are as beautiful as a painting. Observation decks and walking paths are maintained in the park, so you can spend a relaxing time while looking at the Flowers. ◎ Mt. Kurohime Mount Kurohime is a symbolic mountain in Shinano Town with an Elevation of 2,053 meters. Mountain trails are maintained and can be enjoyed by both beginners and advanced riders. From the top of the mountain, a 360-degree panorama Unfolds, and on a clear day you can see the mountains in the distance. Mt. Kurohime, where you can enjoy nature in all four seasons, is an attractive Spot for hiking and mountaineering enthusiasts. ◎ Naena Falls Naena Falls is one of the Representative Spots of Shinano Town in Nagano Prefecture. It is a A powerful waterfall with a drop of 55 meters, and its magnificent scenery fascinates people who visit. Promenades are maintained around the area, and you can enjoy a walk while listening to the sound of the waterfall. Especially in the autumn Autumn leaves season, the contrast between the beautiful Autumn leaves and the waterfall creates a spectacular view. 〜〜〜 Tangram Motto Area 〜〜〜 This area is popular as a resort area. There are plenty of golf courses and hot spring facilities. ◎ Mt. Madarao (Mr./Ms.) It is a volcano with an elevation of 1382 meters and is one of the five Five Mountains of Northern Shinshu (Mt. Myoko, Mt. Madarao, Mt. Kurohime, Mt. Togakushi Mountain, and Mt. Iizuna). At the top, a Shrine enshrined with 13 Statue of Buddha Restrooms available. 〜〜〜 Kashiwabara/Fujisato area 〜〜〜 It is the hometown of haiku poet Kobayashi Issa. Restrooms available in the area include the Issa Memorial Hall and Issa's Former Residence, where you can learn about the history of Kobayashi Issa. ◎Issa Memorial Hall A memorial hall built in memory of Kobayashi Issa, a haiku poet born in Shinano Town Kashiwa. The many works he left behind during his lifetime, along with his personality, introduce the state of Kashiwa in the era in which Issa lived. ◎ Roadside Station Shinano Furusato Tenmoukan Roadside Station Shinano Furusato Tenmoukan is a facility that provides Tourist Information and Local products in Shinano Town. Not only can you buy Specialty Products and Souvenirs from Shinano Town in Nagano Prefecture, but you can also enjoy Fresh Local agricultural products and handmade items. 〜〜〜 Lake Nojiri Area 〜〜〜 Activities at Lake Nojiri in summer include kayaking, standup paddleboarding, and Roux. ◎Lake Nojiri Naumann Elephant Museum The Museum is full of highlights such as fossils of Naumann elephants discovered in Lake Nojiri and full-scale models. Focusing on the results of the "Lake Nojiri excavation" that has been going on at Lake Nojiri for more than 40 years, we are researching and exhibiting the natural environment around Lake Shu from about 50,000 years ago to the present. ◎ Lake Nojiri Activities such as boating, fishing, and canoeing can be enjoyed on the shores of Lake Nojiri. Spot is also popular for lake bathing and camping in the summer, making it a great spot for families and couples. In addition, the history of Naumann Elephant fossils excavated from the bottom of the lake Restrooms available, so you can enjoy nature and history at the same time. ◎ Shomyoji Temple Located in a quiet mountainous area, its Precincts are surrounded by nature in all four seasons. Especially in Spring, the "Shidarezakura (weeping cherry blossoms)" blooms beautifully and is visited by many tourists. ◆Recommended Activities in Shinano Town, Nagano Prefecture◆ ◎ Bicycle rental in Shinano Town, Nagano Prefecture During the green season, when ski resorts are closed, it is also recommended to take a leisurely cycling ride while feeling the breeze of Shinano Town in Nagano Prefecture. In In the town, you can rent bicycles at three places: "Information Center in front of Kurohime Station (Shinano Town Tourist Association)", "LAMP Lake Nojiri", and "Nojiri Lake Resort", Restrooms available rental. ◎ Overnight stay, farm stay in Shinano Town, Nagano Prefecture As many as 3,000 elementary and junior high school students visit annually to experience rural life and rural life through Overnight stays and farm stays. A solid reception system for local governments and Town residents has also been established. ◆Specialty products of Shinano Town, Nagano Prefecture◆ Agricultural products such as corn, tomatoes, green peppers, eggplant, and Buckwheat noodles are Specialty products of Shinano Town, Nagano Prefecture. Nagano Prefecture Shinano Town is a paddy monoculture area one of the most the Hokushin region of Nagano Prefecture, and Shinano Town "Akita Komachi rice" and "Koshihikari rice" are also Restrooms available popular. ◆Festivals and events in Shinano Town, Nagano Prefecture◆ ◎ Lake Nojiri Fireworks Festival About 2,000 fireworks are Gari from Lake Nojiri. This is an event loved by the Locals, which will be Held in for the 100th time this year in 2024. ◆Introduction of Tourist Information of Shinano Town, Nagano Prefecture◆ Nagano Prefecture Shinano Town is a Town of rich nature, history, and warm people. Shinano Town, with its seasonal scenery and outdoor activities, is an ideal Sightseeing spot for families and couples. From now on, we will send out recommended Tourist Information of Shinano Town in Nagano Prefecture, so please look forward to it.

The best breakfast on the Highlands of Shinshu. Would you like to experience Breakfast on a Highlands with a breeze of 1600m Elevation? Please spend a luxurious time while looking at the majestic meadow that spreads out in front of you. ●Period Monday, July 1, 2024 - Monday, September 30, 2024 (*Blackout dates and regular holidays July: 4, 13~15 | August: 10~18, 29 | September: 5, 12, 14~16, 19, 21~23, 26 (as of June 13, 2024) Limited to 20 people per day Reservation required ●Fee 1,800 yen (tax included) ●Business hours 9：00～11：00 Application & Venue Falling ~A stylish café attached to a mountain hut~ ●Address: Nagano Suwa City Kirigamine Kurumayama TEL 　0266-58-0573 ※ Please make a reservation directly by Phone * From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., it is Restrooms available that it may be difficult to connect Gari Phone. Breakfast at the ≪Kirigamine. Squid Plan ≫ Breakfast is served elegantly on the terrace of the mountain hut with a view of the majestic meadow that spreads out in front of you. This is an individual plan with Privileges such as Kirigamine Natsuyama Lift Ticket and original pin badges. ●Where to apply Falling TEL 0266-58-0573 ※ Please make a reservation by Phone. ●Access ‣About 30 minutes by car from Nagano Prefecture Suwa City Suwa Lakeside ‣From the Chuo Expressway Suwa interchange, via Prefectural Road 40 (Line Kirigamine Lake Shirakaba), about 40 minutes by car * Restrooms available the number of parking lots is limited, and it is Restrooms available that parking may not be possible. Please note that it can be very crowded on weekends and during the season. ●Other ▷ Reception until noon the day before ▷ Cancellations on the day will be charged one person 1,800 yen. ▷ Limited to 20 people per day ▷ Restrooms available are very crowded on weekends and during the season, and reservations may fill up relatively early. ▷ Please note that parking and breakfast are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. ▷ Restrooms available may not be possible due to stormy weather. With nice Privileges! ★ Privileges 1 Kirigamine Natsuyama Lift Round-trip Ticket Privileges period: July 13, 2024 ~ August 25, 2024 Lift hours 9:00~16:00 * It is Restrooms available that Lift business may not be possible due to stormy weather. Address 長野県Suwa City上Suwa 13338−41 Restrooms available (Kirigamine Ski Resort parking lot about 200 cars) Access About 5 minutes by car from Kurumayama shoulder, about 2 minutes by car from Kirigamine Nature Conservation Center parking lot ★ Privileges 2 Kirigamine Highlands "Original Pin Badge" Present! Privileges period: July 1, 2024 ~ July 12, August 26 ~ September 30, 2024 * The batch of photos is from 2022.

Hello, in Shosenkyo Gorge, which is the Minamoto ? fresh greenery in June, Mr./Ms.'s guests enjoy the beauty of the Valleys that can be seen from the Promenade Maintenance along the river. The standard Trekking Course is about 6 km one way Driving Course !️ (time required: about 1:30). After departing from the Nagatoro Bridge, the gateway to Shosenkyo Gorge, and walking for a while while looking at the Strange Rocks, you will arrive at the Tenkorin Forest, which has been designated as a natural monument of the prefecture! Furthermore, if you walk along the promenade along the Valleys, you will reach "Matsushima of Dreams". * This is a photo spot ? while looking at Kakuen Peak If you go further, you will Restrooms available the "Natural Arch Stone Gate" made of huge rocks, and after walking about 500 meters, you will see the "Senga Waterfall" of the Great power! Before entering the Ume plum rain, please take a leisurely stroll along the promenade and enjoy the seasonal scenery! !️

How do you do. This is the Minami-Shinshu Tourism Public Corporation! We will send out recommended Tourist Information in the Minami Shinshu area of Nagano Prefecture on COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so thank you. ---- What is the Minami Shinshu area in Nagano Prefecture? The Minami Shinshu area is located at the southern tip of Nagano Prefecture and is the southern gateway to the prefecture. It is a beautiful region where you can feel the rich nature of the four seasons created by the Tenryu River, which streams from north to south through the center of Minami Shinshu, the Central Alps, and the majestic mountains of the Southern Alps. The Minami Shinshu area consists of 14 cities and towns in Iida City and Shimoina-gun. ⚪︎ Iida City ⚪︎ Matsukawa Town ⚪︎ Takamori Town ⚪︎ Anan Town ⚪︎ Achi Village ⚪︎ Hiraya Village ⚪︎ Neba Village ⚪︎ Shimojo Village ⚪︎ Sellaki Village ⚪︎ Tenryu Village ⚪︎ Yasuoka Village ⚪︎ Takagi Kimura ⚪︎ Toyooka Village ⚪︎ Ōshika Village History of ---- Minami Shinshu area From the Shiojiri Inn of Nakasendo, the Sanshu Highway (Ina Highway), which goes south along the Minami Shinshu area along the Tenryu River, Restrooms available a history of prosperity as a Highway important places connecting Edo and Kyoto. Among them, Iida City, which is also the center of Minami Shinshu, currently boasts the fifth largest population in Nagano Prefecture, flourished as a post town on the Sanshu Highway in the Edo period, and developed as a castle town of the Iida Domain during the Sengoku period. Iida City, with its beautiful Towns Maintenance in a Go board shape and its culture inherited from ancient times, is called "Shinshu's Little Kyoto". Traditional culture and traditional crafts inherited in ---- Minami Shinshu area In the Minami Shinshu area, many traditional cultures such as kagura, puppets, Bon Odori, and festivals are still passed down, and it is said to be a treasure trove of folk performing arts. In addition, Minami Shinshu is a production area of Mizuhiki crafts, which accounts for 70% of the nation's production. Mizuhiki is a culture that has been in Minami Shinshu for more than 300 years, and is a decorative string used for the front of gift bags. Fruits of ---- Minami Shinshu area Specialty Products The Minami Shinshu area is a "treasure trove of fruits" where you can enjoy various fruit picking throughout the four seasons. We will introduce the Representative Fruit Picking and its charm of Minami-Shinshu, a fruit kingdom that boasts the one of the most production volume in Japan, with terrain suitable for fruit production, such as abundant sunshine hours and temperature differences between day and night. ・Cherry picking Cherry picking in Minami Shinshu can be enjoyed in early summer. You can pick and taste the red ripe high-grade fruit cherries on the spot, and their sweetness and juiciness are exceptional. ・Pear picking Pear picking can be enjoyed from late summer to autumn. Fresh pears can be picked on the spot and enjoy the fresh taste. Minami Shinshu pears have a strong sweet taste and a crunchy texture. ・Apple picking Minami Shinshu is one of the one of the most apple cultivation areas in Japan. During the autumn harvest season, many people from all over the country visit in search of apples from Minami Shinshu. You can pick and taste the bright red ripe apples yourself, and their mellow aroma and sweetness are attractive. In addition, you can enjoy "Strawberry picking", "Grape picking", "Blueberry picking", and "Peach picking", and you can enjoy taste hunting such as "bamboo shoot picking" and "chestnut picking" other than fruits. ----Summary The Minami Shinshu area is a place where nature and history are in harmony. Hiking and camping in the great Nature are also recommended! There is also a night tour to see the starry sky in Achi Village, which is said to be the best starry sky in Japan. There are many ways to enjoy the Minami Shinshu area, such as enjoying the food culture of Local agricultural products and Local cuisine, the spectacular scenery of the four seasons, and various activities! Visit the Minami Shinshu area, where nature and history are in harmony, and experience its charm. Beautiful nature and culture await you. Cool JAPAN VIDEOS will provide recommended Tourist Information for the Minami Shinshu area of Nagano Prefecture, so thank you!

Narai juku "It's off-limits today due to road construction!" Alamār!" It is located in Narai, Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture. Narai Juku is the 34th post town in the Nakasendo Highway, counting from Itabashi Inn on the Edo side and Moriyama Inn on the Kyoto side, just in the middle of the Nakasendo Highway. The Town has been selected as a national Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings and retains a strong appearance of the past. On the day I visited, half of the road was off-limits due to road construction (tears). The construction had not started yet early in the morning, so I asked to take a picture. "It's off-limits today due to road construction!" Alamār!" I don't know if the two people in the photo were talking. Restrooms available.

[? View ?️ from Omachi Park] "Omachi Park" is a Spot ?️✨ with a superb view that can be easily reached by about 5 minutes by car from JR Shinano-Omachi Station and ? about 25 minutes ? on foot There is also a bench, so you can enjoy the scenery slowlyThe ?️? Northern Alps are still covered with snow and shine in the blue sky. ✨ ♪

◆Hikoku Hiraka Momo Highway◆ The flower peach of Hikokudaira began in Heisei 9 when he purchased 15 original seedlings from Kiyonai Road in Achi Village and planted them around his home. (It is said that the flower peach of Kiyonaiji originated in the 11th year of the Taisho era, when Momosuke Fukuzawa (Yukichi Fukuzawa's son-in-law) brought back seedlings from Munich, Germany.) ） Impression by the wonderful red, white, and pink flowers of the peaches, I decided that I wanted to plant trees according to the Local landscape, so I planted trees extensively. Trees were planted on their own land and along roads, and trees were also planted on village-owned land on the side of the road. In Heisei 12, we received a "self-made community development project grant" and received cooperation from neighboring residents in planting trees and cutting undergrowth, and now more than 200 flower peaches have been planted. Every year, the scenery surrounded by beautiful flowers and peaches has become a popular area. The name of Hikokudaira is derived from the store name of its founder, Masaru Kubota. Administrator: Masaru Kubota ● Details of the Philippines Momo Highways ・Timing 　Mid-April ~ Late April ・Admission fee 　Without ・Parking lot 　Without ・Toilet 　There is a temporary toilet ・Inquiries 　Toyooka Travel Time (0265-49-3395)

!! Suwa Kirigamine Highlands in Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture. It is also a scenic spot that Suwa is proud of, where you can enjoy alpine plants in all four seasons. It is a ?️ sacred place for gliders in Japan In Kirigamine, this is also a "daylily Cluster of trees" of domestic one of the best. Representative flower of the Highlands in July. It is a member of the Liliaceae family and produces yellow flowers close to the orange that bloom in the green area of the Highlands ? Every year in July, Kirigamine is a popular flower that causes traffic jams. In the hot season, please ♪ enjoy an elegant time at the summer resort of the Highlands

◆Toyooka Iris Garden◆ The Iris Garden is located on a Takadai hill overlooking the Central Alps in the middle of the river terrace. I had been growing various flowers as part of my hobby since around 1938, but when I Visiting the site of the Lauris Garden in Aoki Village, I became fascinated by the variety of irises such as color, size, and shape of the irises cultivation there, and I started purchasing bulbs. Later, as the number of cultivation varieties exceeded 100, the planting space became too small, so it was relocated to the current farmland of 30 acres. 　 There was a request from the village to open the park as a tourist park, and in 2002 I obtained a qualification as a landscaping coordinator, and in 2003 I started Open to the public as an iris garden. 　 Iris Cultivation is a plant that does not like high temperatures and humidity, and there are many occurrences of diseases, and it is difficult to manage because it needs to be replanted and replaced once every three years, but we continue to Cultivation that it would be nice if people who visit it could feel peace when they see the flowers blooming at the end. 　 Currently, about 5,000 irises of more than 200 species and more than 300 species of Flowers in addition to irises are in bloom, making it a spectacular flower garden. Administrator: Hideko Tado ● Details of Toyooka Iris Garden ・Opening Period 　Late April ~ Mid May Iris 　Late May ~ Early June Roses ・Opening Hours 　8:00~17:00 (Open open all year) ・Admission fee 　300 yen (high school students and older) ・Parking lot, toilet 　And ・Other 　There is a sale of seedlings ・Inquiries 　Toyooka Travel Time (0265-49-3395) 　

　Kamisuwa Hot Spring spreads along the coast of Suwa Lake, but when you get off the train, you can ♨ enjoy Kamisuwa Hot Spring as a foot bath without exiting the ticket gate. On platform 1 of JR Kamisuwa Station, there is a solid rock bath-style foot bath. This footbath is based on an open-air bath for men and women built in 1986 as part of the "One Station, One Specialties Movement", and was renovated in 2002. 　It is recommended because you can easily enjoy the Hot Spring for a little time while waiting for the train.　Why don't you soak ♨ in a warm foot bath at Kamisuwa Hot Spring for your tired feet in the summer and cold feet in the winter 　On top of that, it is recommended to make and eat Hot Spring eggs while soaking in the footbath at Suwa Station!! Please note that you can purchase the "Kamisuwa Station Hot Spring Egg Set" (raw egg, sauce, spoon, cup) for 100 yen (tax included) at the New Days Mini Kamisuwa store at Kamisuwa Station, and you will need an admission ticket (150 yen) or a boarding ticket to enter the platform. 　Soak the eggs in the Hot Spring and enjoy the foot bath in about 20 minutes to make delicious Hot Spring eggs Gari ♪ Footbath business hours 9 a.m. ~ 9 p.m. New Days Mini Kamisuwa 6:45 a.m. ~ 8:30 p.m. Please enjoy ? it!

The Katsura River streams through the area of Yamanashi Prefecture. This river is Famous for sweetfish anglers as a fishing Spot one of the most the Kanto region. On the other hand, the current situation is that it is not known to the general public. I want more people to know about the Katsura River and sweetfish, which are local tourist resources. And I want to revitalize and promote the region. Squid, we have developed Specialty Products. In particular, this sweetfish sandwich is a rare product that you should try at least once. Sweet and spicy honeydew stew, confit with olive oil and garlic, It is a set of 3 types of fried foods that are fried and entwined with sauce.

I went to Wada-juku Main Camp! It was hot outside, but it was scary inside. It's an atmosphere that makes me want to meditate quietly.

Hello, this ? is Yamanashi Wine Kingdom Senga Falls Store! The weather is damp in June, but there is a lot of fresh greenery in Shosenkyo Gorge and a refreshing breeze is blowing ? Near the waterfall, you can feel the splashing of water and it is a cool spot. You can ? also see the scenery directly above the waterfall, which is difficult to see, from the wooden deck Please take a look! New wine has Receiving ☀️ at Yamanashi Wine Kingdom next to the wooden deck It is a wine made from Chardonnay and Syrah, which is rare in Yamanashi. It is a dry wine recommended in the hot summer, so please taste it. Please ☺️ stop by when you visit Shosenkyo Gorge

Gyoikou is a plant of the genus Prunus in the Rosaceae family. Sakura is a cultivation variety native to Japan that was born based on the Oshima cherry tree. The name has been seen since the middle of the Edo period, and its origin is close to the yellow color of aristocratic clothing. Another name seems to be "misogi (exorcism)".　 　The yellow of the robe in this photo is the yellow of the "Akiba Shrine" in Shimizu Town, Suwa City.　This shrine has a number of large zelkova trees, and there are about three Shrine at the base, making it a very fantastic shrine that seems to appear in yellowtail work. 　If you enter the Akiba Shrine and go to the back on the left, you will find this robe yellow.　This cherry blossom blooms about two weeks later than Someiyoshino, and usually blooms ? around Golden Week!　The time of year is about the same time as the Double Cherry Blossom (Yae zakura).　At the beginning of blooming, the inside of the petals is light green, and near the end of the flower, a light pink streak appears in the center!　The trees have lost their momentum since the past, but as it is written on the signboard, the average age of the trees seems to be about 20 years. If you look closely, you can see that the tree was planted on May 25, 1975, so it is 49 years old this year. It's amazing, isn't it!!　Also, don't you ♪ think that unlike the famous pink cherry blossoms, they are pale yellow-green and give off a wonderful color? After Someiyoshino, it is a pleasure every year to see the Double Cherry Blossom(Yae zakura) and this mii yellow.　 Answer! This cherry blossom was written in post English by me on Instagram on January 18 of this year, and the "light green colored cherry blossom" was the yellow of ♪ this Akiba Shrine's robe Please take a look at the post in English. Also, as far as I know, it is a facility in Suwa City, but there was also a green cherry blossom that seemed to be a yellow robe on the premises of the pruned tree recycling facility (former Suwa City Cleaning Center) in Suwa City. This is a facility in Suwa City, so please take a look when you go to recycle pruned trees in early spring. 　 From next year onwards, if you can't make it in time for Someiyoshino around April, please add it to your options to see Mii Huang. Especially in Suwa City and Town/Village six cities near Suwa, there are such unusual cherry blossoms here! If you have any Information, not just cherry blossoms, I would ♪ like to go as much as possible!! Suwa Tourist Association We look forward to following you → @suwa_nagano Instagram!

[Shinano University Town hidden gem Travel / Learn Camera Shooting Techniques ~ Town Shopping Street Edition ~ Recruiting Participants] A tour to learn camera photography techniques in the Town shopping district. It's ♪♪ finally getting close to 6/8 Students will learn photography techniques by walking through the Taisho-era construction "Matsubaya Ryokan (Matsubaya Guest House)", the Meiji-era construction "Takara Shokudo", and the 1965 (Showa 40) period construction "Dai Town Meiten Street". This is a chance to enter the building specially for the photo tour and hear from the instructor who knows the charm of the Town. The instructor is Mr. Kiyoshi Kashiwa, a photo instructor at the Japan Photography Instructors Association and a graduate of Town who is Broadcasting the charm of the scenery and people of the Town through his camera.

Nice to meet you all and welcome to COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Echizen Tourism Federation. Echizen Town, Niu-gun, Towns, Towns, Fukui Prefecture, faces the Sea of Japan and has a population of about 19,000. In March 2024, the Hokuriku Shinkansen will be extended to Tsuruga Station in Fukui Prefecture, making access to the Echizen Town, Fukui Prefecture more convenient. In COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will introduce you to the recommended sightseeing Spot in Echizen Town, Fukui Prefecture! Best regards! [What is Echizen Town, Fukui Prefecture?] 】 Echizen Town, Fukui Prefecture is a beautiful Town facing the Sea of Japan, and is a fascinating area of rich nature and history. Echizen Snow Crab is famous for its seafood and Echizen pottery, and is Visited by many tourists throughout the year. In 2005, the four Town/Village of Nyū District Asahi Town, Echizen Town, Miyazaki Village, and Oda Town merged to form "Echizen Town", which Restrooms available history. [Introduction of recommended Sightseeing spot in Echizen Town, Fukui Prefecture] ・Echizen Ninomiya Tsurugi Shrine (Tsurugi Shrine) Echizen Town Oda was the ancestral hometown of Oda Nobunaga, and Oda Nobunaga deeply revered Tsurugi Shrine as a Ujigami（clan deity）. The Main Shrine is designated as a prefectural cultural property, and the Bonshō bell is the third oldest in Japan and one of the six national treasures in Fukui Prefecture. ・Cape Echizen Cape Echizen is a cape with a series of 130 meters high cliffs jutting out into the Sea of Japan, where you can Unfolds a magnificent panorama of the sea. From the Observation decks, you can overlook Tojinbo and the Tsuruga Peninsula. It has also been selected as a "100 best sunsets in Japan". ・Roadside Station Echizen Located on the Echizen-Kaga Coast, it sells Fresh Local seafood and agricultural products, and is popular with tourists. Restrooms available are also restaurants where you can enjoy dishes made with Local ingredients, so you can enjoy the taste of Echizen. There is also a one-day hot spring facility that boasts an open-air bath, "Echizen Onsen Open-air Bath Fishermen's Fire" and the "Echizen Snow Crab Museum" where you can learn about the ecology of Echizen Snow Crab and nearby fish. ・Kocho Gate It is a cave about 15 meters high and about 30 meters wide with a hole gaping in the rock due to wave erosion on the Echizen Coast. The promenade is well maintained, so you can see the Kocho Gate up close. ・Nagasuhama Beaches It is the largest beaches in In the town and is crowded with many Beachgoers in summer. In the crystal clear waters, you can also enjoy marine sports such as Scuba Diving. [Echizen Town, Fukui Prefecture Specialty Products] ・Echizen pottery Echizen pottery is a traditional pottery from Echizen Town that dates back to the Heian period about 850 years ago. Echizen Pottery's Workshop also Held in Visiting the site and Hands-on workshops, and you can even create your own original creations. ・Echizen daffodils Echizen daffodils are a general term for Japanese daffodils that bloom on the Echizen Coast and are known as a Winter tradition in Echizen Town, Fukui Prefecture, Echizen Town. Chiba Prefecture Boso Peninsula one of the Japan's Three Great Crowds along with Awaji Island in Hyogo Prefecture and the largest area in Japan. ・Echizen Snow Crab "Echizen Snow Crab" is a Snow Crab that is Unload to the fishing port of Fukui Prefecture, and the Echizen Town, Fukui Prefecture boasts the highest Unload in Fukui Prefecture. Famous nationwide as a Taste of Winter, it is characterized by its sweetness and delicious taste, and is known as the finest variety of the top brand among snow crabs. Local traditional Japanese restaurants and restaurants serve dishes made with Fresh Echizen Snow Crab, which makes many gourmets Tantalize your taste buds!. ・Echizen Flounder Echizen Flounder is also known as a Specialty Product of Echizen Town. Exquisite sashimi, Cooked fish, grilled fish, and any other dish can be eaten deliciously. ・Other seafood In addition to Echizen Snow Crab and Echizen Flounder, Echizen Town, Fukui Prefecture is known for its abundant Fresh seafood such as "Echizen shrimp," "sweet shrimp," "Squid," and "Turbo sazae." In Echizen Town, lively Kaisen Donburi is called "Hama no seikatsu donburi" and can be eaten at many restaurants in In the town. These Specialty Products also Restrooms available popular in Furusato Nozei thank-you gift. [Echizen Town, Fukui Prefecture event introduction] ・Echizen Pottery Festival The Echizen Pottery Festival is the largest pottery market in Fukui Prefecture with the theme of Echizen pottery, bringing together Echizen pottery kilns in Fukui Prefecture. There are also shops selling traditional crafts and restaurants and bazaars. ・Echizen Port Fireworks Display Impressive fireworks such as Underwater fireworks will color the night sky of Echizen Town at the Echizen Fishing Port. It is the first fireworks to be Held in in Fukui Prefecture every year, and it tells Fukui Prefecture the visit of summer. ・Asahi Festival Paper-covered lantern floats parade through the towns. It is a historic festival that will celebrate its 49th anniversary in 2024. [Introducing the Tourist Information of Echizen Town, Fukui Prefecture! ] 】 Echizen Town, Fukui Prefecture is a Sightseeing spot surrounded by beautiful nature and rich history. In Echizen-cho, Echizen-cho, Fukui, Echizen-cho, Enjoy Enjoying Recommendations so that you can have a wonderful trip!

Noto Peninsula Mitsuke Island and the Milky Way 2023.04.23 Mitsuke Island before the earthquake It seems to have collapsed a little due to the earthquake.

EVERYONE WHO WATCHES COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! How do you do! This is the Tsuruga Tourism Association. Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture is a city with a population of about 60,000 (as of April 2024) located in the Reinan Region of Fukui Prefecture. Kehi Pine Grove, one of Japan's three largest pine groves, and Kehi Jingu Shrine, one of Japan's three largest wooden Otorii gates, are attracting attention due to the opening of the Hokuriku Shinkansen in 2024. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will continue to provide recommended Tourist Information and Latest Information on Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture. [What is Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture?] 】 Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture is a beautiful port city facing the Sea of Japan. It takes about 1 hour by JR from Kyoto and about 1 hour and 30 minutes from Osaka and Nagoya, easily accessible. In addition, in March 2024, the Hokuriku Shinkansen between Kanazawa and Tsuruga was opened, and the fastest connection between Tokyo and Tsuruga was Gari in 3 hours and 8 minutes. It has a long history of flourishing as a gateway to the continent, and you can see foreign container ships at the port of Tsuruga City, even now. [Introduction of recommended sightseeing spots in Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture] ・Kehi Pine Grove The Hakushaseishou scenic spot "Kehi Pine Grove", which stretches about 1 Kilometers long in Tsuruga Bay, is one of the three major pine grove in Japan, along with Thee scenic pine groves of Japan (Shizuoka Prefecture) and Niji-no-Matsubara (Saga Prefecture), and is also designated as a national scenic spot. In the summer, it is open as a beaches and is overflowing with many Beachgoers. There are also promenades are maintained in the surrounding area, and you can enjoy walking throughout the year. ・ Leiji Matsumoto's manga character statues In 1999, as a commemorative project to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the opening of Tsuruga Port, a monument statue of "Galaxy Railway 999 (Three Nine)" and "Space Battleship Yamato" by manga artist "Leiji Leiji Matsumoto" was created in the Symbol Road shopping street in Tsuruga City. There are 28 statues installed in the section from Tsuruga Station to Kehi Jingu Shrine. ・Tsuruga Museum Road Tsuruga Museum Road is a street where you can feel the history and culture of Tsuruga City. Historic buildings such as the Tsuruga City Museum (former Owada Bank Head Office) and sake breweries still remain, and you can enjoy the atmosphere of Tsuruga City at that time. ・Tsuruga City Museum The Tsuruga City Museum is a Museum built in 1927 using the Owada Bank head office, which was designated as a National Important Cultural Property in 2017. Inside the Museum, there are many valuable documents and exhibits that tell the history of Tsuruga from ancient times to the present day. ・Nakaikemi Wetlands Nakaikemi Wetlands is a valuable wetland where you can see about 3,000 species of flora and fauna, including more than 60 endangered species, and was registered as a Ramsar Convention Wetlands in 2012. Throughout the year, you can enjoy nature observation and bird watching. ・Mizu Island Mizu Island is a small island floating in Tsuruga Bay with beautiful transparent water quality and white sand. In summer, you can take a daily ferry to the island, where you can enjoy swimming and snorkeling. ・Tsuruga Red Brick Warehouse The Tsuruga Red Brick Warehouse in Tsuruga Port is a historic building built in the Meiji era. In 2009, it was registered as a national registered tangible cultural property. Today, it is a popular Spot for tourists where you can enjoy history, culture and food, with restaurants, railway and port dioramas. ・Kehi Jingu Shrine Kehi Jingu Shrine is nicknamed "Keisan" by the citizens of Tsuruga. The 11 meters high Otorii Gate, which has been designated as an Important Cultural Property, is one of the Japan's three largest wooden Otorii gates along with Kasuga-taisha Shrine (Nara Prefecture) and Itsukushima Shrine (Hiroshima). ・Te no Ura Beaches Teura Beach is a popular beach in Tsuruga City. It is characterized by the most transparent sea and white sand beach in Tsuruga City, and is designated as Wakasa Bay Quasi-National Park.. In summer, the beach is crowded with many Beachgoers, and you can enjoy activities such as beach volleyball and Barbecue, making it recommended for families. There are many other popular beaches in Tsuruga City, such as "Era Beach", "Akasaki Beaches", "Kehi no Matsubara Beach", "Tagui Beaches", "Itsuhata / Kakinoh Beaches", and "Nago Beaches", which are visited by many tourists during the summer season. ・Old Tsuruga Port Station Ramp Hut The Old Tsuruga Port Station Ramp Hut is an oil depot built around 1882 to store fuel for portable oil lamps used for train lighting. It is characterized by carefully stacked red bricks and opening arches, and is currently Open to the public as a tourist Spot. ・Kuroko Valley The Black River streams in a valley south of Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture. You can experience the Nature of Tsuruga City, such as Onigataki Waterfall, the largest waterfall in Tsuruga City, and Ikenohara Marsh, where rare animals and plants live. ・Mt. Nosaka It is a mountain with an elevation of 941 meters, and from the top you can overlook Lake Biwa in the distance. The Mountain trail is Well maintained, so beginners can easily enjoy climbing. 【Specialty products and gourmet foods of Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture】 ・Tsuruga Fugu Tsuruga fugu is one of the seafood of Tsuruga City. The season is from October to March, and it is popular as a Taste of Winter, and you can enjoy fugu sashimi and fugu nabe at Local ryotei and restaurants. ・Tsuruga sea bream Tsuruga sea bream farmed in the rough waters of the Sea of Japan has a firm body and the best Fatty ride. Whether it's sashimi, grilled with salt, or shabu-shabu, you can enjoy the deliciousness of Tsuruga sea bream in any cooking method. ・Echizen Crab Echizen crab Unloaded at Tsuruga Port and Mikuni Port is a Specialty Product that Representatives the Taste of Winter in Tsuruga City. Fresh crab has a sweet taste and can be enjoyed with boiled crab or crab sashimi. ・Sauce katsu-don (pork cutlet served on top of a bowl of rice) A sauce based on the Local Gourmet "Sauce katsu-don (pork cutlet served on top of a bowl of rice)" House sauce that Representative Fukui Prefecture is poured over the tonkatsu. It is a popular gourmet that has been loved by the people of Fukui Prefecture since the Taisho era. ・Heshiko Heshiko is a traditional preserved food in Tsuruga City made by Pickled in salt mackerel and then pickled in Rice malt. It has a unique flavor and is ideal as an accompaniment to freshly cooked rice or Ochazuke. It is a Gastronomical delicacies where you can feel the Local food culture of Tsuruga City. These specialty products are also very popular as thank-you gifts for Furusato Nozei tax payment. 【Introduction of festivals and events in Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture】 ・Floating paper lantern ceremony and fireworks festival Held in every August, it is a major event in Tsuruga City, and with the Sea of Japan in the background, beautiful paper lanterns are swept away and magnificent fireworks are launched in the night sky. Fascination many tourists and colors the summer nights of Tsuruga City. ・Kehi Jingu Shrine Annual Grand Festival Tsuruga Festival The Kehi Jingu Shrine Annual Grand Festival-Tsuruga Festival is the most traditional festival in the Hokuriku region, which is Held in every September. Mikoshi (portable shrines) and six festival floats from Kehi Jingu Shrine parade through the town, and the sound of Drums and flutes echoes throughout the city. In addition, various stalls are lined up in the Precincts, stage events are held, and it is crowded with many tourists. 【Disseminating Tourist Information of Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture】 Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture has many tourist Spot that Fascination people who visit beautiful nature and rich history. With the opening of the Hokuriku Shinkansen, access to Tsuruga City has improved. Enjoy a wonderful time in Tsuruga City, where new discoveries and impressions await. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will send out recommended Tourist Information and the latest Information deals in Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture, so please follow us!

How do you do! This is the Omachi Tourism Association. Omachi, Nagano Prefecture is a city in the northwestern part of Nagano Prefecture. There are 3,000m-class Northern Alps mountains, lakes, ski resorts, etc., and we will deliver recommended Tourist Information from Omachi City, where you can enjoy playing with nature! ■■■What is Omachi City, Nagano Prefecture? ■■■ Omachi City, Nagano Prefecture is a mountain tourist city visited by many mountain climbers, with the majestic Northern Alps such as Kashima Yarigatake and Mt. Yarigatake on the west side. It is also famous as the gateway to the Nagano Prefecture side of the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, and tourists visit throughout the four seasons, such as the Snow Gorge where you can enjoy a huge snow wall in Spring and the sightseeing release of the Kurobe Dam from summer to autumn. ■■■Introduction to sightseeing spots in Omachi City, Nagano Prefecture ◇Lake Kizaki In the northern part of the city there are three lakes, which are called "Nishina Three Lakes". One of them, Lake Kizaki, has many activities such as standup paddleboarding, canoeing, boating, and Japanese smelt fishing! The water temperature is relatively high and there are shallow waters, so you can bathe in the lake. Japanese smelt fishing is also a rare lake that can be enjoyed all year round. There is also a Hot Spring facility by the lake, which is perfect for healing your tired body. ◇Lake Aoki It is the northernmost of the Nishina Three Lakes and the third largest lake in Nagano Prefecture. The water gushes out from the bottom of the lake, so it is highly transparent, and fireflies dance in early summer. There is a campsite by the lake, where you can spend a relaxing time in a quiet environment. ◇Lake Nakatsuna Lake Nakatsuna is a beautiful lake surrounded by tranquil forests. Spring, many photographers visit to photograph the dark cherry-colored Oyamazakura reflected on the surface of the lake. You can also enjoy Herabuna fishing and Japanese smelt hole fishing, making it a popular Spot for fishing. ◇Takase Valley The Takase Valley is home to the Takase Dam, which boasts the highest rockfill dam in Japan, and the Kuzu Hot Spring, which is famous as a secret hot spring. Famous as a famous place where you can enjoy colorful autumn leaves in autumn. If you go further from Takase Dam, there is a national natural monument "Fountain Hill", which is a Spot where you can feel the mystery of nature. ◇National Treasure Nishina Shinmei-gu Shrine It is one of only five national treasures in Nagano Prefecture. Said to have been built in the Heian period, it is the oldest Shinmeizukuri shrine in Japan. Shinto rituals at the beginning of ancient rituals and traditional events that have been carefully passed down from generation to generation, such as kagura during the autumn festival, are also must see. ◇Omachi Mountain Museums Japan's first museum with the theme of "mountains". It exhibits the history of nature and mountaineering, mainly in the Northern Alps. From the 3rd floor, you can overlook the Northern Alps. At the Zoo and Botanical Garden, which is an attached facility, you can meet Japanese Ginkgo and antelope! ◇ Omachi Park About 5 minutes by car from JR Shinano-Omachi station. It is a park in front of the Omachi Mountain Museums and offers a panoramic view of the Northern Alps. The entrance to the Trekking course of Mt. Falconry, which is popular for low-mountain trekking, is nearby. ◇Nakayama Highlands Nakayama Highlands is a Highland area with beautiful scenery, and Flowers bloom in all four seasons. In early autumn, Buckwheat noodles make a white carpet, and in the second half of October, you can enjoy new Soba (buckwheat noodles) at nearby Soba noodle stores. ◇Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, Kurobe Dam, Snow Gorge Opened in 1971, the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route connects Nagano Prefecture and Toyama City in Toyama Prefecture with a total length of about 90 km. From Ogizawa Station in Omachi City, the starting point on the Nagano Prefecture side, to Kurobe Dam, it is a 16-minute electric bus ride. From June 26 to October 15, the Kurobe Dam's sightseeing water discharge is a masterpiece. The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is a spot full of attractions such as the Famous Snow Gorge with its snow walls and the Tateyama Ropeway where you can enjoy the carpet of autumn leaves. ◇Hot Spring in Omachi City, Nagano Prefecture Hot spring facilities are scattered throughout Omachi City, and after enjoying activities such as mountain climbing and skiing, you can relax and refresh yourself in the Hot Spring. Omachi Hot spring village, which is convenient for sightseeing at Kurobe Dam, has more than a dozen inns and hotels, as well as one-day hot spring facilities. ◇ Water tour Omachi City, located at the foot of Mt. in the Northern Alps, is a city rich in water. If you walk along the shopping street leading from JR Shinano-Omachi station, you can enjoy "Otoko Mizu" from the Northern Alps and "Onna Mizu" from the Satoyama, and you can compare drinks. ◇Shoryudo(Dragon Route) "Shoryudo(Dragon Route)" is a sightseeing route that resembles a "dragon ascending to the heavens" in the Chubu and Hokuriku regions (Toyama, Ishikawa, Fukui, Nagano, Gifu, Shizuoka, Aichi, Mie, Shiga). Omachi City is also included in the "Shoryudo" as a route for sightseeing on the Alpine Route and nearby ski resorts. ■■■ Specialty products of Omachi City, Nagano Prefecture ◇Buckwheat noodles Omachi City is known for producing delicious Soba (buckwheat noodles) noodles. The cool climate and clear water grow delicious Buckwheat noodles. In the Soba noodle store of the Local, you can enjoy the Handmade Soba and many tourists Visit. ◇Kurobe Dam Curry Kurobe Dam Curry is a local gourmet in Omachi City, Nagano Prefecture. It is a curry that imitates the Kurobe Dam, with rice as an embankment and Roux as water, and is popular for its visual impact and deliciousness. ◇Local Sake Omachi City is also known as a production area for delicious local sake. Gushing out of the spring Clear water from the Northern Alps, we grow high-quality sake. Hokuan Brewery (Hokuan Daikoku), Usui Shoten (Hakuba Nishiki), and Ichinoya (Kinran Kurobe) are the three breweries where you can enjoy unique and exceptional flavors. ■■■Introduction of festivals and events in Omachi City, Nagano Prefecture ◇Young Prince Festival The Young Prince Festival is a traditional festival in Omachi City and is Held in every July. One of the events, Yabusame, is one of Japan's three major yabusame (horseback archery) festivals, and is a rare "Children's Yabusame" in Japan. ■■■Introducing Tourist Information of Omachi City, Nagano Prefecture In Omachi City, Nagano Prefecture, you can experience the beauty of nature. Enjoy a wonderful trip in Omachi City, Nagano Prefecture, where new discoveries and impressions await you every time you visit. Cool JAPAN VIDEOS will continue to provide Recommendations that we could not deliver this time. Fun!

Koshu Katsuragawa sweetfish stewed with honeydew and confit. The Katsura River starts at At the foot of Mt. and stream the county area of Yamanashi Prefecture. In particular, the Katsura River, which stream through Uenohara City, is an important Tourist Resources that can be proud of both inside and outside the city, stream the sight of the spectacular scenery that you see is magnificent. In addition, since the Edo period, sweetfish from the Katsura River has gained popularity among people traveling along the Koshu-kaido as a Specialties of Uenohara. This sweetfish, which was once lost due to the construction of the Sagami Dam, has been revived in modern times thanks to the hard work of the Local Katsura River Fisheries Cooperative. Even now, many anglers visit the Katsura River during the season, bringing liveliness to the city. Using the wonderful scenery of the Katsura River and Uenohara's Specialties of Sweetfish as an opportunity, we would like to deliver the charm of the city to even more people. I want to liven up the community. Specialty products have been developed from such thoughts.

The Azumino Tourism Association will tell you about the current state of Azumino (Traditional Japanese straw raincoat), a garden city at the foot of Mt. of the Northern Alps. Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture (Azu Traditional Japanese straw raincoat shi) is located in the middle of Nagano Prefecture, Restrooms available in the central part of Nagano Prefecture, sandwiched between Matsumoto City to the south and Hakuba Village to the north. Unfolds the Wasabi field, the largest in Japan, and the charm of Azumino, with its clean water and air, will be transmitted through COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so please look forward to it. [What is Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture?] 】 Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture, Azumino City is a city blessed with beautiful nature surrounded by the mountains of the Northern Alps. With a population of about 92,000 (April 2024), it is a place where history and culture come alive along with a rich Nature environment. The beautiful scenery of the four seasons is attractive, especially fascinates people who visit the cherry blossoms in the Spring, the fresh greenery in summer, the Autumn leaves in autumn, and the snowy scenery in winter. Since the Meiji era, Wasabi Cultivation has flourished, and the tradition has been passed down to this day, and Azumino is known as the Wasabi Growing Area of One of the best in Japan. 【Introduction of Sightseeing spots in Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture, Azumino City】 ・Daio Wasabi Farm Daio Wasabi Farm is one of the Representative tourist Spots of Azumino City. It is one of the largest Wasabi Farms in Japan, boasting an area of more than 10 Tokyo Domes, and the scenery of beautiful waterways is breathtaking. You can also enjoy a tour of the Wasabi Field and various gourmet foods using wasabi. ・Hodaka Shrine It is said to be Azumino's Power Spot. Since ancient times, it has been widely believed as the guardian god of the Japan Alps, traffic safety, and industrial safety. ・National Alps Azumino Park (Hori Kanehotaka District) It is one of the six national parks in the Kanto-Koshinetsu region. It is a vast Nature Park and a popular Spot for families and couples. In the park, there are flower beds with seasonal Flowers in bloom, playground equipment for children to enjoy, Barbecue areas, Day Camp Area There are. ・Azumino Chihiro Art Museum The Azumino Chihiro Art Museum is an art museum that exhibits the works of picture book author Chihiro Iwasaki. In a tranquil environment surrounded by beautiful nature, you can enjoy the world of heartwarming Picture books. It's a soothing place for families and art lovers alike. ・Roadside Station Alps Azumino Horigane no sato Roadside Station located at the foot of Mt. of the Northern Alps is lined with Fresh, safe, secure, and handmade agricultural products. Azumino's Souvenirs, which focuses on Fresh vegetables and fruits, is also recommended. ・Outdoor Activities Activities such as Clear streams, rafting, and clear boating are recommended if you want to fully enjoy Azumino. There is also a Course where you can ride a mountain bike while looking up at the Northern Alps, Restrooms available. Other, there are also horseback riding and F1, so you can enjoy it in various ways. ・ Handmade experience, indoor experience There are also plenty of hands-on programs such as Buckwheat noodles making experience, glass blowing experience, glass hanko making, pottery experience, authentic chopstick making, and so on. Please try it according to your interests. ・Climbing in the Northern Alps The Northern Alps are a Japan one of the best mountainous region consisting of 3,000 Meter mountains. Azumino City, located at the foot of Mt. in the Northern Alps, is also recommended as a base for climbing the Northern Alps. It is known as the gateway to Mt. Chogatake, which is popular as a viewpoint for Mt. Yarigatake and Hotaka mountain range, Mt. Tsubakuro the queen of the Northern Alps in 100 Famous Mountains of Japan. 【Specialty products of Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture, Azumino City】 ・Wasabi Azumino City is known as the Wasabi Growing Area of One of the best in Japan. Clear water and cool climate make Wasabi cultivation suitable for cultivation, and its quality is highly appreciated both at home and abroad. There are many dishes and processing products that use wasabi, so be sure to taste wasabi from Azumino when you When you visit. ・Rainbow trout Rainbow trout farmed in the clear water of Azumino City is also one of the specialty products. In recent years, "Shinshu salmon" born from fish called Rainbow trout and Brown trout has become popular. 【Introduction of festivals and events in Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture, Azumino City】 ・Ofune Festival Ofune Festival is a traditional Festival that takes place in September every year and takes place in Hotaka Shrine. Boat-shaped festival floats parade through the towns, and the local people come together to liven up the festivals. 【Sightseeing spots in Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture, Azumino City】 Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture, Azumino City is a fascinating region surrounded by beautiful nature and rich history. Please visit Azumino City and experience its charm. We will continue to send out recommended tourist information and latest information that will be engraved on one page of your memories.