Hello everyone, this is the Shosenkyo Tourism Association. The forecast predicted rain today, but it mostly held off and only sprinkled a little. When the sun breaks through, the sunlight can be strong and temperatures rise. Please take a break in cool spots like around the fountains and enjoy your time.💡 #Shosenkyo #Mitake Shosenkyo #Ontake Shosenkyo #Yamanashi Prefecture #Yamanashi #Kofu City #Kofu #sightseeing #travel #Yamanashi trip #Yamanashi tourism

Hello, this is Crystal Sound. The rainy season brings damp, oppressive days. How are you spending your time? Shosenkyo Gorge is full of nature and is especially famous as a power spot. Why not soak up lots of energy and recharge for summer? The birthstone for July is the ruby. Alongside diamonds, sapphires, and emeralds, the ruby—beautiful and glowing red—has been loved by people since ancient times. At Crystal Sound, we also exhibit amethyst, prized for its noble purple, and gemstones from around the world. Why not visit Shosenkyo Gorge to meet many beautiful stones? All our staff look forward to welcoming you from the bottom of our hearts.

Hello, this is Jewelry Town. This year has seen many days hotter than 30 degrees. Amid that heat, the hottest power stone right now is rutile quartz! Rutile quartz is the ultimate power stone for boosting wealth and financial luck. Try wearing it You might feel the difference Rutile quartz is thoroughly cleansed in top-grade crystal clusters, so you can wear it with confidence. After a walk outdoors, the shop is cool and comfortable inside, so please come and visit us😄

Hello everyone! This is En'uemon Folklore Museum. Shosenkyo Gorge has entered the fresh green season. A pleasant breeze that hints at early summer slips through the trees. It’s a perfect time for a stroll♪ Big news! A new home has been found for the golden frog that used to sit in front of the shop. It was only at the shop for a short time and in just a few days became a legendary frog. A little early, but here is a look at June’s birthstone, alexandrite♪ Alexandrite is said to change color between night and day. Seeing the purple hue under indoor lighting and the blue tone in sunlight in person is even more moving. Please drop by while you’re out for a walk♪

Hello ☺️ This is Jewelry Town! The weather has warmed up, and it’s been perfect for strolls 🌳 At Kanazakura Shrine, the cherry trees are in full bloom, and soon the sacred Ukonzakura, whose pale golden tones appear, will begin to flower 🌸✨✨ Peak viewing is around late April, and the blossoms should remain beautiful through Golden Week ☺️ After paying respects to the golden cherry at Kanazakura Shrine, please stop by our shop to see an exceptionally rare rutile quartz sphere — a true treasure among treasures 🔮✨✨ It’s believed to boost your luck with money dramatically! You might even catch the Crystal Uncle’s passionate talk! 😆 We’ve also uploaded a follow-up to that much-talked-about video on our new YouTube channel, so please check it out as well.

Late April: The sacred tree of Kanazakura at Kanazakura Shrine is in full bloom 🌼 A notice from Shosenkyatto, Shosenkyo Gorge’s local mascot 🐱 Kanazakura Shrine is said to be deeply mystical and is known as a power spot. The sacred tree, Kanazakura, has long been famous in folk songs as the “money-bearing tree, Kanazakura.” 😳 It is said that if you pay respects to the cherry blossoms and receive a crystal charm in this season, you will be blessed with lifelong financial luck ♪ If you want money, you should definitely come, okay? Come to Shosenkyo Gorge this spring and during Golden Week! We’re waiting for you!

Hello, this is Minamoto. The weather has taken on a springlike feel, and recent rain has swelled the waterfall, making it impressively powerful. The spray flying off it is quite cold. Now that April has arrived, we are featuring crystal, the birthstone. Clusters of many crystals are especially recommended as interior accents. Shosenkyo Gorge is famous for crystal, so why not place one by your entrance? Speaking of crystal, the Minamoto symbol tree near the entrance, the Tree of Happy Crystal, is made entirely of natural crystal. Among the Tree of Happy Crystal pieces you can find rainbow-included crystals; feel free to photograph them and use them as charms. All our staff look forward to welcoming you.

This is Senga Falls at Shosenkyo Gorge. The photo was taken at about 1:00 PM, and when sunlight hits around noon a rainbow appears, creating a beautiful sight. The drop is about 30 meters. The day after rain brings an even more powerful flow of water to enjoy. Come and visit Shosenkyo Gorge during spring break. The gorge's walking trails should be at their best for mitsuba azalea blooms. We will post updates on social media. Look forward to it 🙂 Date photographed: 2024/3/4

This view is from Nagatoro Bridge at Shosenkyo Gorge. Hello, this is the Shosenkyo Tourism Association. From the "oldest concrete bridge in Yamanashi" you can look out over the ravine of Shosenkyo. Crossing this bridge at the entrance to Shosenkyo might make your heart race with the thought, “At last, Shosenkyo!” 😊 Please come and visit Shosenkyo during spring break. The Mitsuba azaleas along the gorge’s promenade should be in full bloom. We will announce updates via social media. Look forward to it 🙂 Date photographed: 2024/3/4

Hello! This is the Shosenkyo Tourism Association. Shosenkyo in Yamanashi Prefecture, designated a Special Place of Scenic Beauty by the nation, has long been celebrated as Japan’s most beautiful gorge, sculpted by nature over the ages. We introduce the artistic splendor of Shosenkyo, worthy of being called a natural masterpiece, in a Cool Japan video. What is Mitake Shosenkyo? Mitake Shosenkyo is a roughly 5-kilometer gorge in the northern part of Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture, surrounded by rich nature. If you come by car, it’s about 40 minutes from the Chuo Expressway Kofu Showa IC. By train, take a bus or taxi from the south exit of Kofu Station for about 30 to 45 minutes. The natural forms shaped over long ages continue to captivate many visitors. With its scattered strange rocks and stones and seasonal beauty, this place makes you want to return time and again. In spring, stroll the promenade surrounded by fresh greenery; in summer, enjoy activities like canoeing on the reservoir; and in autumn, admire the gorge dyed bright red with fall foliage. History of Mitake Shosenkyo Mitake Shosenkyo was designated a national Place of Scenic Beauty in 1923 and upgraded to a Special Place of Scenic Beauty in 1953. Together with Teishaku Gorge (Hiroshima Prefecture), Nagato Gorge (Yamaguchi Prefecture), Goukei Gorge (Okayama Prefecture), and Bed of Sleep (Nagano Prefecture), it is counted among Japan’s five great scenic gorges. Highlights of Shosenkyo • Kakuen Peak Kakuen Peak, the highest peak among the Shosenkyo ranges, stands as the symbol of Shosenkyo. The name comes from the monk Kakuen, who once practiced ascetic training on the roughly tatami-sized summit. • Senga Falls Senga Falls lies at the base of Kakuen Peak at the far end of the Arakawa that flows through Shosenkyo. With a dramatic 30-meter drop and vehicle access, it’s a popular spot. • Shosenkyo Promenade This approximately 4.5-kilometer promenade lets visitors enjoy the gorge’s seasonal beauty and was ranked first in the gorge category of the National Top 100 Tourist Spots. • Stone Gate Stone Gate is a gigantic natural granite arch formed by the power of nature. Located on the promenade, it cannot be reached by car. • Nagatoro Bridge This historic bridge, built in 1925 at the entrance to Shosenkyo, is designated a modern civil engineering heritage as the oldest surviving concrete arch road bridge. • Tenkorin At Tenkorin along the promenade, stomping your feet produces a mysterious sound like a drumbeat. This is said to be the echo from underground cavities carved by the stream. • Numerous strange rocks and stones Along the promenade you can find many named rock formations, including Fur seal rock, Daibutsu Rock, Kansan Jade Rock, Floating Rock, Cannon Rock, Tofu Rock, Monkey Rock, Camel Rock, Mt. Fuji Rock, Bear Rock, Cat Rock, and Matsutake Rock. Be sure to look for them on foot. • Arakawa Dam The majestic dam spreading across the valley of Oku-Shosenkyo is a multipurpose structure aimed at flood control and other uses for the Arakawa riverside region. • Shosenkyo Ropeway The ropeway’s gondola takes about five minutes one way to the summit, offering sweeping views of the gorge below. From the ropeway summit you can enjoy panoramic views that include Mount Fuji. Shosenkyo’s crystals Shosenkyo is also famous as a sacred place for crystals. On Mt. Kinpu in the Shosenkyo area, several crystal mines once operated actively in the Meiji era. Skilled polishing and processing of crystals attracted minerals from around the world, and today shops displaying and selling precious gemstones and mineral specimens line the area. Shosenkyo cuisine Local specialties using the clear streams of Shosenkyo—such as somen noodles, soba, and Koshu houtou—are popular. Many restaurants serve regional gourmet dishes and local cuisine featuring abundant Yamanashi ingredients. Enjoy the breathtaking natural scenery shaped by nature at Shosenkyo, one of Yamanashi Prefecture’s most popular tourist destinations! As a treasure trove of power spots, it might lift your luck as well. Cool Japan Video will continue to release footage of Shosenkyo’s charms and its beautiful seasonal scenery. Thank you for your attention!

品川区 蛇窪神社, Tokyo Hanachozu ✨ shining in the quiet precincts The combination of crystals and flowers was beautiful and I was fascinated.