Hello, this is ? ♀️ the Otsuki Station Tourist Information Center Wine !️ is now ? on sale We have ? two types of Orifan from Sasaichi Sake Brewery (Saruhashi Daikokuya has also started selling wine.) In addition, we also carry ? Koshu nigori Ume plum wine and sangria made with peaches and grapes From Sasaichi Sake Brewery, summer-only sake, From FAR YEAST BREWING, we are ✨ waiting for you with a chilled noon moon, a "beer exclusively for outdoor use" If you are looking for sake with a Yamanashi or Otsuki feeling, please stop by! ? Vegetables are also coming in ? little by little Please stop by ☀️

Hello, ? I'm Local cuisine Waraji Koshu. New green in Shosenkyo Gorge is overgrown with fresh greenery and pleasant days continue. At Waraji, we have added Waraji Gozen as a limited menu on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. The skin is crisp and the flesh is plump, and it is a special set where you can enjoy Waraji's recommended dishes such as hoto, chicken stew, and horse sashimi all at once. It is no exaggeration to say that it is the culmination of Waraji's menu. If you have a chance, please enjoy it.

Nice to meet you all and welcome to COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Hayakawa Tourism Association. Minamikoma-gun Hayakawa Town, Yamanashi Prefecture, is a town located in the southwest of Yamanashi Prefecture, and is the only "town" in Japan with a population of less than 1,000, with 947 people (as of April 1, 2024), making it the least populated town in Japan. It is also a Rich in nature town surrounded by Akaishi Mountains mountains, and it is a Rich in nature area surrounded by large and small waterfalls and Valleys. Hot springs are also abundant, and Nishiyama Hot spring, which has a history of 1,300 years of hot springs, is home to the world's oldest inn certified by the Guinness Book of Records. ■■■History of Hayakawa Town, Yamanashi Prefecture In 1956, Hayakawa Town was formed by the merger of six villages: Motodate Village, Goka Village, Suzurishima Village, Miyakogawa Village, Misato Village, and Nishiyama Village. In 1960, the population increased to more than 10,000 due to the influx of people involved in hydroelectric power generation construction, but the population has since declined and is now "the least populated town in Japan". ■■■Introduction to sightseeing spots in Hayakawa Town ・Akazawa Inn It flourished as a lodging place for Rest stop for pilgrims to Mt. Shichimen, and still retains the faces of the Edo period. In 1993, it was recognized as a National Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings. ・Shuku-no-eki Shimizuya It is a tourist information center and rest area that has been renovated from an old accommodations in Akazawa Inn. Specialty products and crafts of the region are sold. ・Bentendo waterfall It is a waterfall at the back of the Hagoromo Trailhead to Mt. Shichimen and is known as a place for ascetics. In winter, you can see the icefall where the waterfall freezes. ・Hayakawa Local History Museum It is a document building that retains the exterior of the Village Hall of Misato Village. Hayakawa Town's traditional culture, crafts, and history are on display. ・Yushima's Great Cedar Tree Legend has it that it was planted 1,200 years ago, and it is the largest cedar tree in Yamanashi Prefecture at Sanno Shrine. In 1958, it was designated as a natural monument designated by Yamanashi Prefecture. ・Hayakawa Valley In the Valleys that stretches from the Arakura area to the Narada District, you can see the beautiful scenery of the four seasons, such as New green in Spring, autumn leaves in autumn, and Icicles in winter. ■■■Specialty products of Hayakawa Town Hayakawa Town's proud Specialty Products, Hakuho miso, Fresh sweet potato konnyaku, and Dried potato stalks, are exquisite gourmets that can only be tasted here. In addition, "Oboko dolls" that have been handed down in this area since ancient tradition are recommended for tourism in Hayakawa Town and are also designated as prefectural designated folk crafts. ■■■Popular events and festivals in Hayakawa Town ・Akaishi Mountains Hayakawa Edible Wild Greens Festival Every year in May, the event is held at the Hayakawa Town People's Sports Square, and the main stage features Drum performances and song shows. Bake sale shops and food stalls are lined up at the venue, and Mikoshi (portable shrine) passing is also held. ・Okuyamanashi Hayakawa Autumn Leaves and Food Festival It is held every year in October at the Hayakawa Town People's Sports Square surrounded by autumn leaves, and Hayakawa Town's Specialty Products and seasonal foods are gathered. ■■■Sightseeing in Hayakawa Town "Japan's least populated town" is packed with rich nature, deep history, Specialty products, events and charm. There are different ways to enjoy your trip in Hayakawa Town, such as "heal your fatigue in the Hot spring", "Experience the Nature of Hayakawa Town at the campsite", and "Enjoy the local gourmet food of Hayakawa Town". Best regards so that your trip to Hayakawa Town in Yamanashi Prefecture will be an unforgettable memory for everyone, and we will send out recommended information about Hayakawa Town!

【Nakano's Rice Terraces】 R6.5.4 It is a state of the terraced rice fields in Nakano. The gradation of the water-filled water surface and the sunrise is beautiful! The silhouette of Mt. Fuji is also clearly captured, and it's time to start today.

Come and try ? Yamanashi sake as a Yamanashi souvenir Alcohol will be ? sold at the Saruhashi Daikokuya / Otsuki Station Information Center from tomorrow 3rd The lineup is Otsuki's proud sake brewery, Sasaichi Sake Brewery ? These are ✨ the two companies of Far Yeast Brewing, which brews in the Minamoto of Kosuge There are ❗️ also other products that accompany Yamanashi's local gourmet food and alcohol In fact, Yamanashi and Haliotis are local souvenirs. It is said that while transporting this from the sea to Yamanashi, the taste of Haliotis exuded and became a specialties. Crackers made by a local rice cracker shop also go well ? To ☺️ accompany the train, to drink leisurely at home (Alcohol is not allowed until ? the age of 20)

Hello everyone, this is the Shosenkyo Tourist Association. The weather was so good that you could see the blue sky today! At Senga Waterfall, where the light shone, fresh greenery was shining. The weather looks good in the second half of Golden Week from tomorrow, so please come and visit us.

Hello, this is ? ♀️ the Otsuki Station Tourist Information Center Rainy weekdays during Golden Week, In front of Otsuki Station, a relaxing time is streaming ? You will not be able to go sightseeing outside, It's often unfortunate that you can't see Mt. Fuji. Because it's a rainy day, it's ☔️ nice to be able to enjoy the scenery in a different way from your feet or indoors Receiving a lot of agricultural products despite the ? rain Popular bamboo shoots with scum removal treatment, snap peas, watercress, leaf lettuce, etc., Green vegetables are also arriving ✨ one after another The size of the leaves is getting bigger, and I feel ? that it is getting warmer Implementation also sells crepes and bento boxes in front of Otsuki ? Station It's raining, but please stop by ? Otsuki Station

[The irises of the Takizawa River are in full bloom! ] 】4/30 As if to liven up the Iris Festival, the irises bloomed, and the festival was a great success! It is still in full bloom and in Best time to visit. You can enjoy it a little more during G.W, so please go out.

How about ❓? a beer as a souvenir of Saruhashi? Hello, this is ? Saruhashi Daikokuya Alcohol sales have started ? today We have started ✨ handling beer from Far Yeast Brewing in Kosuge Not to mention the classic Far Yeast series, Radler 2024, which uses plenty of Yamanashi lemons, is also on sale ? Please stop by ? Souvenirs are also available ✨ The curry using onions from Otsuki has been renewed and made even more delicious ? Yamanashi's standard souvenir Shingen mochi, We also have ? a lot of Shingen yaki that have been Popular recently (The restaurant also offers ? fried shingenyaki) The restaurant is also waiting for ✨ you with a new menu such as cold Soba noodles For those who enjoy Yamanashi from now on, For those who are going home, Please ? stop by the healing spot of early summer dazzling fresh greenery

Daikokuya's ? new products one ? after another Hello, this is ? Saruhashi Daikokuya New products from Daikokuya Restaurant are ✨✨ appearing one after another Today, we would like to introduce ? these new products (1) Bamboo shoot tempura ? Bamboo shoots, which are the taste of Spring in Satoyama, are made into ? tempura The collaboration between the crispiness of the batter and the crispiness of the bamboo shoots is irresistible ? Also enjoy the slightly sweet sweetness of bamboo shoots ❗️ (2) Grilled mackerel bowl I made ? a bowl of mackerel with kabayaki sauce At first, leave it as it is, and after eating a little, add wasabi little by little and enjoy ✨ the ❗️ refreshing taste change (3) Summer best bukkake ❗️ sleet Oyster fried soba ? The special soba noodles are topped with grated radish and kakeage. Sprinkle dashi on top of it and enjoy ❗️ It is ✨ a gem recommended in the hot summer Sarubashi in early summer is a dazzling season ? of fresh greenery By all means, on the way to drive, etc. Please ? come and play in the healing space

The "Itashiki Canyon", which was impassable due to Fallen trees from the other day, has been opened ✨. Please be careful when passing. With this opening, you can see "Oodaru". For GW, please ? come and play in Itashiki Canyon with a refreshing feeling *The photo was taken in June 2023.

?? Bamboo shoots entered ?? Hello, this is ? ♀️ the Otsuki Station Tourist Information Center Representative of the taste of Spring, bamboo shoots are coming in ✌️ We had a good harvest last year. I wonder if there are few receivings this year... I was thinking, That's not the case, and I receive ? a lot of them every day Sashimi, stir-fried with Butter and soy sauce, tempura, etc. ? Other Spring vegetables are receiving ? one after another Taranome Motakusa ❗️ How about ? a Spring feast during Golden Week In the book, we have started ⛰ handling the "20 low-lying mountains where you can meet the superb view of Fuji", which was Special Feature on the mountains of Otsuki For those who are going to climb mountains to purchase mountaineering Information, The photos are beautiful, so even if you don't climb the mountain, I would be happy ✌️ if you could know the charm of Otsuki Mountain On the first day of Golden Week, the weather is overcast. We are ? waiting for you with a lot of good things

Hello, ? this is Crystal Sound. Time flies, and it's almost May. It's ? amazing Shosenkyo Gorge welcomes the season of fresh greenery, and the trees begin to see plump and swollen ? shoots peeking out. Wouldn't you also hear birds chirping that were pleasant to your ears? Why don't you take a leisurely walk through the nostalgic cityscape without worrying about the stream of time once in a while? If you visit Shosenkyo Gorge, you may be ☺️ full of power There may be a change in the first step from tomorrow! By the way, the gemstone of May is emerald ✨ The beautiful green color is perfect for the fresh green season. Emerald gemstones are words... "Happiness, good luck, love, hope." You can feel ? the sparkling power Please come to Shosenkyo Gorge to heal your tired heart. All the staff are looking forward to seeing you from the bottom of our ? hearts

Cypripedium japonicum(Kumagaiso) ? in Saruhashi Town The Best time to visit ? the Cypripedium japonicum(Kumagaiso) in the colony of private houses on the south side of Otsuki The owner of the land has been taking care of it for 40 years, and there were 50 plants, but now there are ? 3,000 plants on the site It is an ideal growing environment for the bear, and it is ? growing large and fast The mysterious shape of the Cypripedium japonicum(Kumagaiso) is attractive. The appearance of rain drops dripping is also mysterious, When it's sunny, it's ? even better to understand the unique color well You can freely view it courtesy of the owner. (There is also a ❗️ space where you can park your car) When visiting, please talk to the owner's house on top of the colony before visiting ? For details, please see ? the Home page of the Otsuki Tourism Association

The white tulip standing out amongst a sea of red tulips is a stunning sight. A visit to Toyama Nyuzen flower field makes it an unforgettable experience.

Hello! This is the Shosenkyo Tourist Association. Currently, the sacred tree "Kanazakura" at Kanazakura Shrine is in Best time to visit. The pale yellow cherry blossoms with a golden tinge are mysterious, and they are truly a power pot for rising fortune. The Double Cherry Blossom(Yae zakura) in the foreground are also beginning to bloom, so you can enjoy the yellow and pink cherry blossoms together.

[The Yae Cherry Blossom of The Buddha Dainichi is in full bloom! ] 】 The Someiyoshino trees in the city have dispersed in a blink of an eye, but the Double Cherry Blossom(Yae zakura) of The Buddha Dainichi are in full bloom. It sits a little further down the road. The road is narrow, so please be careful.

Hello, ☺️ this is Jewelry Town! It's ? getting warmer, and the days of walking are continuing At Kinsakura Shrine, the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, and the pale golden cherry blossoms of the sacred tree will begin ?✨✨ to bloom The best time to visit is around the end of April, and it seems that you can ☺️ see it beautifully until around GW After worshipping the golden cherry blossoms at Kinsakura Shrine, please come to Our store and take a look at the rare rutile quartz round balls that are "gems of gems"! ?✨✨ You may also be able to hear Uncle Crystal's hot talk! ? The newly opened YouTube channel also uploads a later story of that topical video, so please check it out as well.

70th Anniversary of Municipal Incorporation "Takeda no sato nirasaki" Roundabout Nirasaki Stamp rally is being held! Let's get Stamps around tourist facilities and shops in Nirasaki City, Yamanashi Prefecture! Use three target facilities during the period, collect Stamps, and apply. Nirasaki City's Specialty Products will be presented by lottery! We look forward to receiving your application. ●Stamp installation location● 70 restaurants in Nirasaki City, Yamanashi Prefecture, souvenir and product shops, hot springs, lodging stays, experience facilities, etc. ●Implementation period● 2024 (Reiwa 6)March 28 (Thu) ~ 2025 (Reiwa 7) January 6 (Mon) ●Lottery● 1st 2024 (Reiwa 6) July 5 (Fri) 2nd 2024 (Reiwa 6) October 4 (Fri) 3rd 2025 (Reiwa 7) January 10 (Fri) ●How to apply● Collect 3 Stamps at the target facility during the period and apply! ☆ Restaurants, souvenirs, and product shops: Use of 500 yen or more ☆ Hot springs, lodging stays, experiences, etc.: Use of facilities * Multiple stamps on the same Stamp are not valid. * Stamp rally paper Stamp available at stores or Nirasaki Tourism Association Window that are eligible for the rally. *Please check the Nirasaki Tourism Association Home page for details.

Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms. It's a staple of spring in Japan. In the area around Lake Kawaguchi, many people from other countries were enjoying the spring in Japan. Shooting location: Fujikawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi Prefecture

【Late April】The sacred tree "Kanazakura" of Kanazakura Shrine is in full bloom from ? the local character "Shosen Cat" in ? Shosenkyo Gorge Kanasakura Shrine is a mysterious shrine and is said to be a power spot. The sacred tree "Kanazakura" is famous ? as "Kanazakura of the Golden Tree", which has been sung in folk songs since ancient times It is said that if you worship Sakura during this season and receive a crystal amulet, you will be blessed with good luck for the rest of your life. ♪ Spring GW outing to Shosenkyo Gorge! I'm waiting!

Hello, this ? is the Yamanashi Wine Kingdom Main Building. Under the refreshing blue sky, the cherry blossoms are in full bloom around the ropeway. It's very exciting to take a walk while admiring the cherry blossoms. And the fun from now on is that when the Someiyoshino season ends, the rare light yellow petals of ukon cherry blossoms will bloom. Kanazakura Shrine is famous, so please Fun! By the way, there is also a gloomy cherry tree in one corner of the parking lot of the Wine Kingdom, but it is still in bud. Why don't you take a cherry blossom viewing walk in Shosenkyo Gorge?

Hello everyone, this is the Shosenkyo Tourist Association. The azaleas on the promenade are blooming colorfully. Why don't you listen to the sound of the mountain stream and refresh your body and mind while looking at the cute pink azaleas? I also saw the buds that will bloom in the future, so I think you can Fun it for a while.

【Cherry blossom viewing Information】 R6.4.7 Although it was cloudy, I was able to see a little of Mt. Fuji. The cherry blossoms and peach blossoms in the city are all in full bloom and beautiful. Thank you to the peach farmer who gave me permission to take pictures during the flower picking process. ・ Kamiimasuwa peach blossom ... Full bloom ・ Rows of cherry blossom trees for relaxation ... Full bloom ・ Myoryoji Temple ... Beginning to scatter~ ・Takizawa River Park... Full bloom ・Tokushima Weir... Full bloom ・ Dainichi Nyorai sitting statue (Odei Nicchan) ... Buds

Hello, this is Minamoto. The spring-like weather continued, but it rained, and the amount of water in the waterfall increased, making it powerful. The splashes that flew in are quite cold. Now that we are in April, we are introducing the birthstone, crystal. In particular, clusters with multiple crystals densely packed are recommended as interiors. Shosenkyo Gorge is a crystal, so why not put it at the entrance? Speaking of crystals, the Symbol Tree of Happiness (Crystal Tree of Happiness), which is located immediately after entering the entrance, is also made entirely of natural crystal. There is a rainbow crystal with a rainbow in the crystal tree of happiness, so please take a picture of it and use it as a talisman. All the staff are looking forward to your visit.

Fuji × Cherry Blossom ×five-story pagoda View from Shinkurayama Sengen Park One photo packed with Japanese symbols

Hello, this ? is Yamanashi Wine Kingdom Senga Waterfall. It's finally April, and it's been so cold and rainy that it seems like we've returned to winter. From the weekend, it seems that the spring-like weather will return again, so I am ☺️ relieved If you're going to take a walk, I think it's better to have good weather, but in fact, there is ☔️ a slightly unusual scenery that can only be seen when it rains For example, rainwater flowing from a rock crevice just opposite Senga Waterfall looks like ? a small waterfall I came all the way to Shosenkyo Gorge, but it was raining... You may think, but there may be scenery and small discoveries that can be seen because it is raining. We hope ? you will enjoy the various expressions of Shosenkyo Gorge In addition, by synchronizing the color with the spring season, we have prepared recommended rosé wines that are active during the cherry blossom season. Why don't you taste Japanese wine cherry blossoms with dancing gold leaf petals and Merlot rosé with aromatic flavors? It will be a time when it will be easier to take a walk, so please ? come and visit Shosenkyo Gorge

【Open to the public once every 33 years】Hattasan Choukokuji Temple 3 days from March 16 ~ 18, 2024. Once every 33 years, the secret Buddha, the eleven-sided Kannon statue, was opened to the public. Harashichigo Kanseon Bodhisattva, which was called the guardian Kannon of Hara Nanago, has been worshipped by people since ancient times. During the three days of the open to the public, many people crowded with prayers. In addition, the main hall has been designated as an important cultural property of Japan as a valuable building that preserves the architectural style of the Muromachi period. This year also marks the 500th anniversary of the reconstruction of the main hall.

Hello! This is the Enemon Tradition Museum. Just when you think it's getting warmer, it snows on Wednesday and suddenly it's back to winter! Even so, the drooping Ume plum blossoms in front of the store bloomed vigorously! Invited by the incense of Ume plum, the small birds are also singing happily. Aquamarine, the March birthstone, is a stone that gently heals the soul. Why don't you come to feel the warm spring breeze and the scent of Ume plums and be gently healed? All the staff are waiting for ♪ you to relax

Handmade cloth products have arrived ✨ Hello, this is ? ♀️ the Otsuki Station Tourist Information Center Today, I received ? a bag and a business card holder from a local textile artist There are various types of business card cases, mainly the pattern of Mt. Fuji unique to Yamanashi ... ❗️ The bag is well made and can be used for a long time. In addition, we also recommend the Japanese-style eco-bag "Azuma Bag". Not only those made of gorgeous cloth like those used in kimonos, Some ☂️ are water-resistant using materials used in umbrellas. Please put it in your bag and use ? it for shopping In front of the station, Crepe Kitchen Car Popolo is opening a store ? You can ❗️ eat crepes for a whopping 250 yen There are ? many other green onions in stock Vegetables such as yacon and carrots are also included. How about ❓ dinner tonight? We look forward to seeing you ✌️