onsen hotel OMOTO It has both the luxury of a ryokan and the lightness of a hotel inn The public bath on the top floor overlooks the Northern Alps and Matsumoto City. Asama hot springs boast an abundant amount of hot water. The soft spring quality has an excellent skin-beautifying effect and warms the body to the core. We offer a large public bath with a magnificent view of the Northern Alps, an open-air bath paved with iron flat stones, and a completely private private bath that is ideal for small children, couples, and families. Use a variety of rooms, including Japanese-style rooms, Japanese-Western rooms, Western-style rooms, rooms with open-air baths, and rooms that can be used by Adults. available is not served, but you can spend your time freely in Matsumoto without being bound by time. Local mothers make homemade breakfast using local ingredients. Shinshu and Matsumoto are also known for their rich food culture, including fermented foods, agricultural products, and bread. We incorporated many Local ingredients and created a menu with a twist under the supervision of the head chef of Sosoan. Gari serve it as a lunch box, so please enjoy it in your room or in the large lounge A space where the mountains of the Northern Alps play a leading role, a Sauna with a superb view. In the most scenic part of the hotel, we have installed a Finnish Sauna with self-lounging, a temperature-controlled water bath, and an observation deck. The interior of the Sauna, the edge of the water bath and the benches for outdoor air baths that customers touch are made of Traditional Japanese straw raincoat natural Cypress trees with a warm texture. Note: Use will be suspended on days of stormy weather (strong wind or rain). Pick up and drop off available from Matsumoto Station (reservation required) Japanese-Western room 10 tatami mats Number of guest rooms: Japanese-style rooms: 33 Japanese-Western rooms: 5 Founded: 1919 available for groups (up to 80 people) Other Free Wi-Fi Smoke-free property Allergies: Accommodate as much as possible Stay inn with pets: available 4 Japanese-style rooms that can be accommodated (pets are not allowed in common areas such as the lobby and lounge) Room with open-air bath 12.5 tatami mats Address: Asama Hot Spring 3-13-10 TEL 0263-46-2385 FAX 0263-46-5047 Parking lot 14 (Buses and large vehicles allowed *Guide to the parking lot of the baseball stadium) Nearest bus stop Asama Hot Spring Cashless payment credit card (Visa, MasterCard, JCB)

Nice to meet you all and welcome to COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Asama Hot Spring Tourism Association. Asama Hot Spring is a Hot Spring located in the northeastern part of Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture. It is said to be the inner courtyard of Matsumoto City, and it is a hot spring resort that has been loved by many people since ancient times. Cool JAPAN VIDEOS will Broadcasting Recommendations for Asama Hot Spring in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, so thank you! === What is Matsumoto City Sengen Hot Spring === Asama Hot Spring is a historic Hot Spring resort located in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture. Hot spring resort is surrounded by beautiful nature and you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons. Hot Spring effective for also has the effect of promoting metabolism and difficulty cooling off in hot water after bathing, and neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, Relief from fatigue, stiff shoulders, sensitivity to cold, bruises, chronic digestive diseases, etc. Asama Hot spring resort There are about 30 inns, 2 One day trip only bathing facility, and 3 communal baths, centered on the Hot Spring Kaikan. === Access to Asama Hot Spring === The Access from Tokyo to Asama Hot Spring There are both Car and Train. Both are convenient and can be chosen according to your travel plans. In addition, it is located easily accessible, 10 minutes by car from Matsumoto Castle, so please stop by when sightseeing in Nagano or Matsumoto. Access by Car: When visiting Asama Hot Spring from Tokyo by Car, it takes about 3 hours via the Chuo Expressway Access by train: Take the Limited Express Azusa of the JR Chuo Main Line from Tokyo Station and Get off at Matsumoto Station. The journey takes about two and a half hours. From Matsumoto Station, it takes about 20 minutes by bus or taxi to reach Asama Hot Spring. There are many limited express cars, so you can enjoy a comfortable trip. === History of Matsumoto City Sengen Hot Spring === Matsumoto City Sengen Hot Spring is a historic Hot Spring resort that is said to have been opened about 1,000 years ago. It has been popular with many people as a hot-spring cure since ancient times, and in the Edo period, it was Use Matsumoto Clan Lord and flourished as an important Hot Spring area in the region. ==Popular Sightseeing spots of Matsumoto City Sengen Hot Spring=== = Yusaka Street Yusaka Street is a quaint street that runs through the center of Asama Hot Spring. It is a street that has been around since the Edo period, and is lined with buildings that retain the faces of the good old days, making it perfect for walking. Souvenir shops, cafes, and Onsen Ryokan are scattered along the street, and you can enjoy the unique atmosphere of a hot spring resort. = Misya Shrine The current Shrine was rebuilt in 1895, and the Main Shrine is Shinmei-zukuri. Gods such as "safety and peace", "family fortune and longevity", "elimination of disasters and diseases", and "Prosperity in business" are enshrined, and it It is also one of the Power Spot of Asama Hot Spring. = Jinguji Temple It is said to have been founded as a Bettouji Temple of Misya Shrine north of Jinguji Temple. Unfolds a beautiful garden in the precincts, and you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the four seasons. ===Asama Hot Spring Events and Festivals=== = Tour de Utsukushigahara Tour de Utsukushigahara is a rotation Car competition Events that is Held in every year in early summer. Starting in front of the Matsumoto City Baseball Stadium on the south side of Asama Hot Spring, passing through Asama Hot spring resort to Utsukushigahara, it is a grueling race with a total length of 21 Kilometers and an elevation difference of 1,270 Meters, in which many cyclists participate. The race while enjoying the beautiful scenery of the Utsukushigahara Highlands is popular not only with participants but also with spectators. = Torch Festival The Torch Festival is a traditional festival held every October at Asama Hot Spring in Matsumoto City. Thereare is worth seeing as they parade through the town carrying huge torches more than 3 meters long and more than 2 meters in diameter. Torches are Dedication to Misya Shrine to protect the safety of residents' lives and a bountiful harvest of five grains. === Tourist Information of Asama Hot Spring === Matsumoto City Sengen Hot Spring is a charming Hot Spring area surrounded by history and Nature. Access from Matsumoto City is also good, making it an ideal base point for your trip to Nagano. Please visit Matsumoto City Sengen Hot Spring and experience its rich history, culture, and beautiful nature.

Annual Shinto ritual and super rare experience tour "Embarkation on the Shinshu 'Ryuzu Yakushu' at Myojin Pond, a sacred place in the Northern Alps!Official Prayer to Okunomiya of Hotaka Shrine and Kamikochi of Autumn leaves" This plan is a one-day-only special experience plan that allows you to walk from the beautiful Kamikochi Bus Terminal in Autumn leaves to Myojin Pond, Visiting the site Shinto ritual at Hotaka Shrine Okunomiya, and then embarkation Myojin Pond, which is the sacred area of the official Prayer and Hotaka Shrine, on two sacred boats of Ryuzu Yakushu. Please take this opportunity to enjoy the mystical experience For details, please check the official website of the Azumino Tourism Association

The name of the summer and autumn strawberries born in Azumino has been decided! Its name is "Amazumi"! A total of 1,255 applications were and from all over the country, and the names were selected from among them. There is a very much to those who applied for their names this time. Amazumi is a variety that changes the image of summer and autumn strawberries as sweet and sour, and is characterized by its sweet and fragrant taste. Please try it!

【Cycling Guide Tour 〜Fruit Sweets Plan〜】 Last weekend, we had a group of 6 people join us on a Cycling Guide Tour! Cycling in the sunny weather after the Ume Plum rain while looking at the Alps and the Tenryu River! After arriving at the farm, peach picking. We enjoyed the hunting of the most popular variety "Akatsuki". After cycling, move to the café and have peach sweets! Everyone enjoyed Cycling and peach picking to the fullest, and I felt happy so far. available!

On Saturday, July 27th and Sunday, July 28th, the summer Festival of one of the National Important Cultural Property shrines, Nyaichi Prince, will be held. In particular, the Children's Yabusame, which is rare in Japan, is struck by its cute brave appearance. In addition, there will be a juvenile procession and a stage towing. Please come and visit us at this historic festivals.

Azumino, which stretches foothills the Elevation 3,000-meter Northern Alps, has been enriched by its abundant water that has enriched the land and people's lives. The snowmelt in the Northern Alps becomes underground water and eventually irrigates the village of Azumino. Impression with its transparency.

Hello to all COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! It is Suwa County Haramura Nagano Prefecture. The Suwa County Haramura of Nagano Prefecture is an area surrounded by beautiful Nature that spreads across the foothills of Yatsugatake, which won the first place in the "City Happiness Ranking 2023 Municipality Ranking". The inhabitants, with a population of about 8,000, live in harmony with the Nature of Highlands between 900 and 1,300 meters Elevation. In COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will send out recommended Sightseeing spot and Latest Information in Nagano Prefecture Suwa County Haramura! Please enjoy! In this first post, I will briefly introduce some of the recommended Sightseeing spots in Haramura. ◆Recommended Sightseeing spots in Haramura, Nagano Prefecture◆ ◇Yatsugatake Nature Cultural Garden It is a leisure facility with the theme of "contact with the nature of Yatsugatake", and Activities such as "Putting Golf", "Mallet Golf", "Dog Run", "Kick Bike" and "Athletic" can be played by children and Adults in the park. In addition, stargazing events such as the "Starry Sky Viewing Party" There are from April to December at the Spot starry sky one of the best in Japan. Nature Observation Science Museum, where the park's planetarium is located, also hosts seasonal events. The adjacent Lake Maruyachi is one of the scenic spots of Yatsugatake. ◇Yatsugatake Central College of Agricultural Practice You can overlook the peaks of Yatsugatake, and you can see cows and goats spending their time leisurely. The Direct sales, which reopened in April 2024, is lined with Agricultural Products such as Highland vegetables grown at the university, colorful Flowers, and Local Specialty Products. The "Hands-on Workshop," which can be enjoyed by everyone from children to Adult, is a Mr./Ms. full of excitement and excitement that cannot be experienced on a daily basis, such as Dairy Farming experiences, poultry farming experiences, field making, tree climbing forestry experiences, tree planting experiences, and vegetable jam making. ◆Events and festivals in Haramura◆ ◇Yatsugatake Craft City Held in twice a year every year, in summer and autumn. Stalls from all over the country selling handmade ceramics, metals, fabrics, woodwork, glass, leather, art, food, and other works by Mr./Ms. artists. ◆Specialties of Haramura◆ The farmland at around 1,000 meters Elevation has a lot of sunlight and the temperature difference between day and night, so it is Specialty Products to Highland vegetables that has received a lot of the blessings of the sun. Fresh vegetables are Cultivation in Haramura: celery, broccoli, cabbage, zucchini, Parsley and corn. Among them, the summer production of celery called celery by local is the highest in Japan. Cultivation of flowers is also thriving, and the flowers cultivated in Haramura, such as carnations and anemones, are reputed to be colorful and long-lasting. ◆Haramura Enjoy sightseeing◆ In Haramura, surrounded by nature at the foothills of Yatsugatake, you can enjoy the beauty of various nature throughout the four seasons. You can feel various charms throughout the year, such as fresh greenery that sprouts in Spring, starry sky Appreciation while feeling the cool breeze in summer, colorful Autumn leaves in autumn, and snowy scenery wrapped in tranquility in winter. We will continue to send out Haramura Recommendations that we could not introduce this time, so please follow us.

Hello everyone. This is the Yamanouchi Town Planning and Tourism Bureau. Nagano Prefecture Shimotakai County Yamanouchi Town is a charming Sightseeing spot that is rich in Nature, history, and Hot Spring. Blessed with a beautiful Nature environment where you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons, you can spend a relaxing time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. In this First Post, I will introduce Recommendations for Yamanouchi Town, Nagano Prefecture. ■■Introduction to Sightseeing spots in Yamanouchi Town, Nagano Prefecture■■ ◇Yudanaka Shibu Hot Spring Village Yudanaka Shibu Hot Spring Village is one of the Hot Spring resorts Representative of Japan. With a history of more than 1,300 years, this hot spring village consists of the following nine hot spring resorts. ・Jigokudani Hot Spring ・Kamibayashi Hot Spring ・Shibu Onsen ・Andai Hot Spring ・Yudanaka Hot Spring ・Shinyudanaka Hot Spring ・Hoshikawa Hot Spring ・Honami Onsen ・Kakuma Hot Spring There are many inns and Hot Spring facilities in the Hot spring resort. In particular, the communal bath tour called "Out-spa Tour" in Shibu Onsen is popular, and you can spend a relaxing time while feeling the atmosphere of the hot spring bath. In addition, at night, the Hot spring resort is illuminated by lanterns, creating a fantastic atmosphere. ◇Jigokudani Yaen-koen Jigokudani Yaen-koen is famous for being the only place in the world where wild Japanese macaques can be seen bathing in hot springs. In the snow-covered landscape, the sight of the monkeys soaking in the hot water gives us peace. You can observe the monkeys in their Nature state up close, so it is a Spot that can be enjoyed by everyone from children to Adult. ◇Shiga Highlands The UNESCO-listed Eco Park Shiga Highlands Located in Joshinetsu Highlands National Park, surrounded by 2,000-Meters-class mountains. It is one of the snow resorts Representative of Japan and is crowded with many skiers and snowboarders. In summer, it is also popular as a Highlands resort where you can enjoy Hiking and trekking. You can enjoy the beautiful nature of the four seasons, and especially during the Autumn leaves season, the entire mountain is enveloped in vivid colors. ◇Kita Shiga Highlands Kita-Shiga Highlands, which has four ski resorts, is one of the one of the most Heavy snowfall area in Nagano Prefecture Restrooms available where Soba buckwheat noodles Cultivation has been held for a long time. Climbing to an Elevation of 1,700 Meters on the world's largest 166-seater ropeway, you can see various sky patterns such as a sea of clouds and a starry sky throughout the year. ◇Mt. Yokoteyama Mt. Yokote, located in the Shiga Highlands area, is a mountain with an Elevation of 2,307 Meters, and on a clear day, you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the Northern Alps and Mt. Fuji. The summit is easily accessible by Use Skylator escalator and Lift, and you can easily enjoy the spectacular view. It has been selected as one of the "100 Sunset Spots in Shinshu", and you can enjoy the golden sky and mountains of Shinshu. ◇ Shiga Kusatsu Highlands route It is a mountain sightseeing road that passes the Highest Point of the National Highway at an Elevation of 2,172 Meters, about 41 Kilometers connecting Yudanaka Shibu Hot Spring Village and Kusatsu Hot Spring in Gunma Prefecture. It is a popular Driving Route that is open from Spring to autumn, and you can see the Northern Alps, Mountains of Jyoshu, and Mt. Fuji from the roadside, and it is exhilarating to drive while admiring the beautiful scenery. Many tourists visit during the autumn autumn leaves season, and you can enjoy the spectacular view of the mountains dyed in red and yellow. ■■Gourmet Specialty products of Yamanouchi Town, Nagano Prefecture■■ ◇Oyaki Oyaki is a Local cuisine that Representatives Shinshu and is loved by many people in Yamanouchi Town. The Oyaki, which is made by wrapping ingredients such as Standard Nozawana and eggplant in a flour crust and baking or steaming, has a simple but deep There are taste. Seasonal Oyaki using Local Agricultural Products is also available. ◇Pottery pottery is a traditional Yamanouchi Town craft made by drying Mulberry and Persimmon tree Nature for about 3 to 5 years, processing it into a teacup, etc., and carefully polishing it. ◇Sukagawa Bamboo Crafts It is a traditional craft designated by the governor of Nagano Prefecture with a history of about 280 years and a Bamboo Crafts using Nemagari bamboo that grows wild in the Yamanouchi Town of Nagano Prefecture. Bamboo crafts, where Craftsmanship and Sense shine, are simple, Restrooms available, beautiful, and practical. And it is also popular as a souvenir and is recommended as a One of a kind that can be used for a long time. ◇ Popular thank-you gift for Furusato Nozei tax payment Thereare local beers handmade with apples and peaches grown at the foothills of the Shiga Highlands, Shine Muscat, and spring water from the Shiga Highlands are popular. ■■Events in Yamanouchi Town, Nagano Prefecture■■ ◇Summer Festival YAMANOUCHI more and more Summer Festival YAMANOUCHI more and more is a popular summer Festival in Yamanouchi Town that is Held in every August. The Festival is a concerted effort by people from Local, and includes a variety of Events such as dancing and fireworks festival. In particular, the climactic fireworks are spectacular and brightly color the night sky of Yamanouchi Town. ◇Shiga Highlands Hill Climb It is a hill climb race aiming for the highest point of the national highway "Shibu Pass". Shibutoge Pass is said to be a sacred place for hill climbers, and Impression is the scenery of rich nature that changes with elevation in the 13 kilometers to the goal. At the Highest Point Stone Monument of the National Highway, you can also see the magnificent sea of clouds that spreads all over. ■■Tourist information in Yamanouchi Town, Nagano Prefecture■■ Yamanouchi Town in Nagano Prefecture is an attractive sightseeing spot where history, nature, and hot springs interwoven. Please visit Yamanouchi Town in Nagano Prefecture and experience the splendor of this place. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will provide Recommendations for Yamanouchi Town, Nagano Prefecture, so thank you!

How do you do! This is the Shinshu Takayama Tourist Association. ■What is Takayama Village, Nagano Prefecture? The Takayama Village is located in the northeastern part of Nagano Prefecture, about 20 Kilometers from Nagano City, There is a prefectural capital, about 50 minutes Use Train bus from JR Nagano Station, and about 20 minutes by car from the Suzaka Nagano Higashi Interchange and Obuse Smart Interchange on the Joshinetsu Automobile Expressway, and has a population of about 6,400 people as of May 2024 Village. Takayama Village covers an area of about 17.8 kilometers from east to west, about 10.7 kilometers from north to south, and 98.56 square kilometers, and about 85% is occupied by forests and wilderness, and many of the forest areas are designated as Joshinetsu Highlands National Park. It has an inland climate with a large daily range of temperatures throughout the year, with a maximum temperature exceeding 30 degrees Celsius in summer and an average monthly temperature below freezing in winter, and the annual precipitation is as low as about 1,000 mm. Shiga Highlands UNESCO Eco Park The UNESCO Eco Park was launched by UNESCO with the aim of harmonizing the conservation and sustainable use of ecosystems. 　Shiga Highlands UNESCO Eco Park consists of an area spanning five towns/villages in two prefectures: Yamanouchi Town, Takayama Village Nagano Prefecture, Nakanojo Town, Kusatsu Town, and Tsumagoi Village Gunma Prefecture, and is located almost in the center of Joshinetsu Highlands National Park. Elevation region blessed with 2,000-meter-high mountains, majestic Nature, and abundant Hot Spring Minamoto, including the one of the most Hot Spring and snow resorts in Japan, which was the venue for the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics. 　The Shiga Highlands UNESCO Eco Park was registered in 1980 and included part of Takayama Village from the beginning. Later, due to heightened awareness of the Nature environment, we considered expanding the area of the Shiga Highlands UNESCO Eco Park from 2012 to 2013, expanded the "transition area" and "buffer area" in Takayama Village, and decided to make the registered area all villages, which was approved by UNESCO in 2014. ■NPO "The Most Beautiful Village in Japan" Union The NPO "The Most Beautiful Villages in Japan" Union started in 2005 with seven towns/villages. At that time, the Period of the so-called Great Heisei Merger promoted the merger of Town/Village city, and it was becoming difficult for a small but wonderful local Minamoto and a Village with beautiful scenery to survive Period. Following the example of the "France's Most Beautiful Village" movement, which carefully selects and introduces simple and beautiful villages in France, it is an organization that started a movement that aims to become independent as the most beautiful village while protecting the landscape and culture of Japan's agricultural, mountainous, and fishing villages that can never be regained if lost. Takayama Village was recognized as a member in 2010 in recognition of three regional Minamoto: the original landscape of a mountain village with ancient weeping cherry blossoms, the nature beauty of the Matsukawa Valleys and the foothills of Mt. Kasatake, and the environmentally-friendly agricultural village landscape. ■ Introduction of recommended Sightseeing spots in Takayama Village, Nagano Prefecture ・8 Hot Spring Shinshu alpine Hot Spring Village Along the valley line of the Matsukawa River in the Takayama Village, there are eight Hot Spring There are: Okuyamada Hot Spring, Shichimi Hot Spring, Goshiki Hot Spring, Matsukawa Valleys Hot Spring, Yamada Hot Spring, Warabi Onsen, Koyasu Onsen, and YOU Yu Land. 　Since ancient times, it has been loved as a Hot spring resort and Hot Spring Village. ・Thunder FallsKaminari Falls 　Thunder Falls Kaminari Falls is a spectacular waterfall with a drop of 30 meters. 　As the name suggests, the Roaring Sound and the Scene of the water streaming down are spectacular, and many tourists Visit it. 　When you walk along the promenade installed behind the waterfall, you can see the waterfall through the water curtain, so it is also known as Urami Waterfall, and you can feel its power up close. ・Yamada Ranch Yamada Ranch is a sightseeing spot where you can enjoy the Nature of Takayama Village. The 160-hectare ranch is a great place to interact with cows and other animals, which is especially popular with children. In winter, you can enjoy winter spots as a ski resort YAMABOKU Wild Snow Park. The 13-Kilometer Takochi Tour Course is also one of the most popular. ・Kenashi Pass 　Kenashi Pass is a Representative Sightseeing spot in Takayama Village, Nagano Prefecture. 　It is a mountain pass that connects the Kamitakai-gun Takayama Village of Nagano Prefecture and the Azuma County Tsumagoi Village of Gunma Prefecture, and from the pass with a Elevation of 1,823 Meters, you can Unfolds a 360-degree panoramic view and overlook the majestic Nature. 　Especially in the Autumn leaves season in autumn, many tourists visit and are Fascination by its beauty. 　In addition, you can enjoy Hiking and trekking, and it is an irresistible Spot for outdoor lovers. ・Winery There are six Winery that produce wine using wine grapes produced in the Village. I will. Among them, at Shinshu Takayama Winery, you can enjoy wine Tasting and Visiting the site. Wine made from 100% grapes from Takayama Village is characterized by a mellow aroma and deep taste. It is also a great Souvenir. ・Specialty products of Takayama Village Apples, grapes, wild vegetables, and Nemagari bamboo bamboo shoots There are popular Specialty Products. In addition, the Nature conditions of Takayama Village are said to be close to the wine-producing regions of France "Champagne" and "Burgundy", and the wines made in Takayama Village have been highly evaluated in various wine competitions. ■Introduction of festivals and events in Takayama Village ・Shinshu Takayama Yamazakura Cherry Blossom Festival The Shinshu Takayama Yamazakura Cherry Blossom Festival is a cherry blossom Festival Held in every Spring. It is a Events to enjoy the Shidarezakura weeping cherry blossoms of Takayama Village Village trees, which are more than 200 years old. A "Cherry Blossom Trek Tour" and a Stamp Rally are held around the five major cherry blossoms in the Village. ・Shinshu Takayama Festival The Takayama Village Town hall parking lot, which will be the venue, is illuminated by Bonfire, and dances and Japanese Drum are heard. At the climax, fireworks light up the night sky of Takayama Village. ■Tourist Information of Takayama Village, Nagano Prefecture Takayama Village in Nagano Prefecture is an attractive sightseeing spot with rich nature and history. We will send out Recommendations so that many people can enjoy sightseeing in Takayama Village in Nagano Prefecture, so thank you!

【Cycling Guide Tour ~ Night Tour 1 Night Plan & Forest Road Activity Plan ~】 On the first day, Cycling to the farm to harvest vegetables. The harvested vegetables are handed over to the BBQ specialists. Enjoy Sake in the Toyo Terrace of the inn place and enjoy an exquisite Barbecue Course dinner! On the second day, Activities were held at the Notanohira CampGround. Walk to Daimyojinbuchi Pothole and play in the river for Adult. After that, return to Notanohira CampGround to experience making paella. Put Many seafood in a large pot and cook it with Rice. While enjoying the exquisite paella, we had a relaxing time at the campsite. Over the course of two days, you can fully enjoy the charm of Toyooka Village's food, scenery, and activities. Toyooka Travel Time accepts applications for such tours at any time. We will create a tailor-made tour that combines the contents of Toyooka Village according to you, so please contact us! ■ Inquiries Toyooka Travel Time 0265-49-3395 9:00~18:00

The other day, let's discover a new walking course in the former Toyota Village area! So, I walked from Kaesa Station on the JR Iiyama Line to Ren Station. Start at 6 a.m. before it gets hot, and the air is still a little cool! While listening to the stories of the staff from and living in the Locals, we walked along the Chikuma River, in the village, and along the road surrounded by rice fields. You can also cross the new "Kasakura Hekida Bridge" and look at it from below... Fresh scenery was because it was a bridge that is usually only passed by car. On the way, I encountered a train on the Iiyama Line about three times, and I was once again impression by the compatibility of walking, railways, and scenery. A total of 3 hours of walking with breaks. Restrooms available are still available, but it looks like it will be a refreshing and pleasant course!

Elevation 1400m. Traditions of Lake Shirakaba in summer "Lake Shirakaba Summer Festival Fireworks Display" will be held in Saturday, August 10, 2024 19:30-20:30 Rain or shine, stormy weather: postponed to the next day This year, Niagara Fireworks will be back as a milestone 50th anniversary event! With a loud sound that echoes in the lake of the Highlands surrounded by mountains Fun the powerful fireworks

Best time to visit the Venus Line Fujimidai daylily. This year is a once-in-a-year event. You will be healed by the superb view of yellow blooming all around.

Hello! This is the Chino Tourism Organization. Chino City, Nagano Prefecture is a city located almost in the center of Nagano Prefecture, surrounded by high mountains. It is a popular Sightseeing spot about 2 hours by Train from Tokyo. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will provide you with recommended Tourist Information in Chino City, Nagano Prefecture, which is also popular as a resort area. Fun! ◆What is Chino City, Nagano Prefecture? ◆ Chino City in Nagano Prefecture is a city with a population of about 55,000 people rich in rich in nature surrounded by the beautiful mountains of the Yatsugatake mountain ranges. It is the gateway to climbing Yatsugatake and is loved by many tourists as a Sightseeing spot where you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons in a resort area with popular highlands such as Tateshina, Lake Shirakaba, and Kurumayama. Chino City, Nagano Prefecture is roughly divided into four tourist areas. ・Tateshina area There are a Highlands with an average Elevation of over 1,000 Meters and is a popular summer resort. Nature is a popular resort area with a wide range of natural views. ・Lake Shirakaba / Kurumayama area From the summit of Kurumayama, a superb 360-degree view Unfolds as far as the eye can see. Winter sports such as skiing can be enjoyed in winter, and activities such as canoeing and paragliding can be enjoyed in summer. Accommodations for hotels and pensions are also recommended, and it is also recommended as a base for sightseeing in Chino City. ・Yatsugatake area It is one of the one of the most mountain areas in Japan that requires the mountain "Yatsugatake", which Representatives Japan. There are a variety of Mountain Climbing Route and, and each route can enjoy it in its own way. ・Town and Satoyama Area You can experience the culture of Chino City, such as the scenery of agricultural village, historic temples and shrines, and museums around the station. ◆History of Chino City, Nagano Prefecture◆ Chino City has a long history and has been an area where many people have lived since the Jomon period. In particular, many Ruins from the Jomon period have been discovered, and it is said that it was a densely populated area of One of the best in Japan at that time, and is known as "Jomon no Sato". In addition, in the Edo period, it developed as a post town Kanazawa Lodging on the Koshu-kaido. Even today, there are many places where you can feel its history and culture, and it is used as a Tourist Resource. ◆Introduction to Sightseeing spots in Chino City, Nagano Prefecture◆ ・Venus Line Venus Line is a Driving Route connecting Chino City in Nagano Prefecture and Matsumoto City in Nagano Prefecture, where you can see spectacular views of Yatsugatake and Mount Tateshina. With a total length of about 88 km, this road is visited by many drivers and riders from Spring to autumn to enjoy the beautiful scenery. Especially the refreshing air of the Highlands in summer and the Autumn leaves in autumn are spectacular. ・Lake Shirakaba Lake Shirakaba is a four-Kilometers lake surrounded by birch trees located along the Venus Line where you can enjoy Seasonal Nature. Activities can be enjoyed throughout the year, such as boating and canoeing in the summer and skiing and snowboarding in the winter. There are also resort facilities and Hot Spring Restrooms available on the Lakeside, where you can spend a relaxing time. ・Kurumayama Kurumayama is a beautiful mountain with an Elevation of 1,925 Meters, Representative of Chino City. From the top of the mountain, a 360-degree panorama Unfolds as far as the eye can see, and on a clear day, you can see Mt. Fuji and the Southern Alps. The Mountain trail can be enjoyed by beginners and advanced climbers alike, Course and is ideal for Hiking and trekking. ・Kurumayama Highlands Kurumayama Highlands is a Highlands resort with beautiful Flowers and spectacular scenery in all four seasons. Especially in summer, the clumps of Cluster of Nikkoukisuge are spectacular, and many Squid and photography enthusiasts Visit. In addition, Kurumayama Highlands ski resorts are popular as a Spot where you can enjoy skiing and snowboarding in winter. ・Mishaka Pond Surrounded by forests, fascinates people with a mirror-like beautiful water surface visit. This pond is also the motif of Higashiyama Kaii's famous painting "Green Echo", and many tourists visit it in search of its mysterious scenery. ・Tateshina Highlands Tateshina Highlands is an area where the beauty of Nature and resort facilities are in harmony. Hiking courses where you can enjoy the nature of the Seasonal Nature are popular, and it is especially crowded with tourists during the Fresh greenery in Spring and the Autumn leaves season in autumn. The Tateshina Hot Spring Village in Tateshina Highlands is dotted with many Hot Spring facilities to soothe the fatigue of the trip. ・Kita Yatsugatake Ropeway The Kita Yatsugatake Ropeway is a large 100-seater ropeway that spans between Kita-Yokodake and Mt. Shimagare at the northern end of Yatsugatake. Visit many tourists throughout the year because you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons. From the top of the ropeway, you can enjoy climbing that suits your travel plan, such as climbing for 2 days and 1 night Use One day hiking and mountain huts. ・Lake Tateshina Lake Tateshina is a beautiful lake surrounded by tranquil forests. Promenade is maintained along the Lakeside for about 1.5 kilometers, where you can enjoy a walk or a picnic. Fishing and boating are also popular, and you can spend a relaxing time in nature. ・ Rural life experience We also Restrooms available a sightseeing plan where you can experience country life at the home of a farmer Mr./Ms.. You can experience the life of Chino City, such as harvesting Highland vegetables, pickling Pickled nozawana, and making miso. It is also very popular with foreign tourists. ◆Festivals and Events in Chino City, Nagano Prefecture◆ ・Lake Shirakaba Summer Festival Fireworks Display Lake Shirakaba Summer Festival Fireworks Display is a festival Held in every summer and is visited by many tourists. About 1,500 fireworks launched from Lake Shirakaba color the night sky of Chino City. ・Chino Donban Chino Donban is a traditional festival in Chino City. Centered on the street from the east exit of Chino Station to the city hall, you can enjoy portable shrine and drum performances and dances. ・Onbashira Festival Onbashira Festival is a traditional Festival that Representative Nagano Prefecture once every seven years, and its official name is "Shikinen Zoei Mihashira Grand Festival". One of the highlights of this festival, "Falling of the Tree," is a Gobashira with a large number of Ujiko shrine parishioners on a steep slope of nearly 30 degrees. ◆Introducing Tourist Information of Chino City, Nagano Prefecture◆ Chino City in Nagano Prefecture is an attractive sightseeing spot surrounded by abundant nature. Chino City, with its beautiful seasonal scenery and outdoor activities, is an ideal sightseeing spot for Families and couples. Please visit Chino City and experience its charm!

Nice to meet you all and welcome to COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! It is an industry and tourism public corporation in Shinshu Nakano Industry & Tourism Public Corporation.. Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture is a city located in the northern part of Shinshu Nagano Prefecture, with a population of about 40,000 as of 2024. Thereare in Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture, is a spot rich in beautiful nature scenery and historical sights, and is popular with many tourists. Fresh fruits and vegetables are also known for their rich agricultural products. ■■■Access to Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture ◇ Tokyo - Access to Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture Automobile access: Nakano City is about 3 hours and 30 minutes away by car from Tokyo. The most common route is to take the Metropolitan Expressway Use Kan-etsu Expressway north, go via the Joshinetsu Automobile Expressway Shinshu and get off at the Nakano IC. Access by train: Access by train from Tokyo to Nakano City is best Used by Shinkansen. From Tokyo Station, take the Hokuriku Shinkansen to Nagano Station, then transfer to Nagano Electric Railway and arrive at Shinshu Nakano Station in about 30 minutes. The total journey time is about 1 hour and 50 minutes. ■■■Popular Sightseeing spots in Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture ◇Ippongi Park Rose Park Ippongi Park is one of the Sightseeing spots Representative of Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture, and is famous for its beautiful roses in full bloom. Especially from Spring to early summer, 3,000 shares of about 850 species are in Best time to visit, and the entire park is enveloped in a gorgeous atmosphere. Events such as the "Nakano Rose Festival" are also Held in, and many tourists visit. ◇Reikanji Temple Musho Daishi Ancestral Hall Reikanji Temple is a historical Temple built in the Edo period and is considered one of the One of the three most sacred places in Japan. The Musho Daishi Ancestral Hall in front of the approach to the temple was built in 1959 to commemorate the 600th anniversary of Musou Taishi. Red and white azalea flowers bloom in May, delighting Worshippers. ◇Jorakuji Temple The current Main Hall was built in 1819, and the transom with eight carved scenes is designated as a tangible cultural property of Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture. In the arhat hall with a red roof, which stands out from a distance, 500 arhats are enshrinement in Hina-dan. ◇Higashiyama Park Higashiyama Park, which is about a 20-minute walk from the city center of Nakano City, is popular among citizens as a famous place for cherry blossoms. Spot with a panoramic view of Nakano City, it is ideal for walking and picnics. ◇Takayashiro, Viewing Road The Takayashiro, Viewing Road offers beautiful views of the Chikuma River, Five Mountains of Northern Shinshu and Nakano City. Visit Visit especially in autumn because the autumn leaves are beautiful. ◇Tatsuyuki Tatsuno Memorial Hall / Hometown Bridge It is a memorial hall that conveys the achievements of Tatsuyuki Tatsuno, who created famous songs such as "Hometown". The hometown Bridge is located near the memorial hall, There is a there is a "hometown" melody Panel installed on the parapet, so you can cross the bridge while listening to the melody. ◇Clay Doll Painting Experience You can experience painting clay doll paintings that have been loved by the locals for a long time as local toys in Nakano City at the Japanese Clay Doll Museum. You can color your favorite dolls such as puppies, sitting rabbits, moon rabbits, and beckoning cats. beckoning cat is also popular with foreign tourists visiting Japan as There are "Lucky Cat". ■■■Events and Festivals in Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture ◇Nakano Gion Festival Nakano Gion Festival is a traditional Festival that is Held in every July. It is a historic festival that originated from a horse-riding event held about 500 years ago. portable shrine and the Great Lion Procession procession the city, allowing locals and tourists alike to come together for fun. There are many stalls and Stalls lined up, and a lively atmosphere is Unfolds. ◇Nakano Shon Shon Festival On the main street of Nakano City, you can enjoy dancing by dancers and participants dressed in various costumes. It is a festival where you can jump in and participate. ■■■Specialty products of Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture ◇ Enokitake Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture is famous as a production area for enokitake mushrooms. Fresh Naenokitake mushrooms are widely used not only in Local cuisine but also throughout the country. ◇ Apples Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture is also known as a production area of apples, which boasts one of the highest production volumes in Japan, and produces fragrant and flavorful apples. Local farmers painstakingly grow apples that are highly regarded nationwide. ■■■Tourist Information of Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture! Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture is a Mr./Ms. Sightseeing spot with beautiful Nature, rich history, and fascinating Sightseeing spot and events. Please visit Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture and have a wonderful experience that will remain in your memory. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will send out Recommendations for Nakano City, so thank you!

At Mt. Tsubakuro in the Northern Alps, the queen of alpine plants "Komakusa" blooms beautifully

【Best time to visit ♪ Mt. Meshimori's daylily】 During the sunny period of Ume Plum Rain, I wonder how the daylily sedge of Mt. Meshimori is blooming ~? 🤔 When I went to see the scene, it was ✨🙌 almost in full bloom According to the feeling of the every year, it seems 😚 that the next two weeks or so will be the best Best time to visit Today it was 🦉 crowded with Mr./Ms. of everyone climbing the school #Minamimaki Village #Nobeyama Highlands #Mt. Mt. Meshimori #Daylily #Alpine plants #Superb view #Flower fields #Climbing

◆Suwa Shrine and History of the Mikata Stone◆ On the large stone enshrined in Suwa Shrine, there is a large hand mark on it, which is the origin of the hand-shaped stone. A long time ago, a messenger came to Izumo from Takamagahara, where eight million gods gathered, and urged him to return to the Great Kingdom. The Great Lord's order immediately agreed and surrendered, but his young son, Tateminakata Mikoto, did not accept it, and the judgment was broken, and finally the battle was fought against the Takemikazuchi of Takatengahara. Squid was defeated and fled, but Takemitsuchi pursued him endlessly and finally caught up with him in the land of Sawara. He surrendered, put a handprint on a stone beside him, and made a vow of return, and peace was established between the two gods. This place is called "Chase Pit". It is said that it is a stone that was made because Wu Yan Hammer came after the life of Ken Gomeikata.

◆Mibusawa Fudo Falls◆ It is a beautiful waterfall with a drop of about 17 meters and falls in a straight line. Since ancient times, it has been revered as sacred water, and has been used as a place for practitioners to practice and purify. Fudo Myo, who stands on the left facing the waterfall, is said to have been solicited from Mt. Narita in Shimousa Province in the eighteenth year of Kyoho 1733, and it is said that the waterfall attracted people's worship, and the festival was crowded with many Worshippers from nearby towns. Tradition of begging for rain also remains. The two stone Buddhas standing in front of the statue of Fudo Myō are Kongara Doji left and Seitaka Doji right, which were erected to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the solicitation in 1934. At this time, the Silkworm Jade God Golden Princess, the Matsuo Taseko Song Monument, and the Monument Kitahara Shinzan Shosho were also erected at the same time. Gift 5th Place: Matsuo Taseko Sword Self-Chanting 　Mansei Mao Never Lost Kana Renya Mifusawa Noh Taki no Shirai Nobori Guuri Kaheshi Miyako 　Yorozuyomo Constant Nagareya Mibusawa no Taki no Shirai and Repeating ●Details of Mibusawa Fudo Falls ・Parking lot 　Several cars can be parked on the side of the road. ・Toilet 　without ・Other 　From the parking lot, walk along the Promenade for about 5 minutes. ・Inquiries 　Toyooka Travel Time 0265-49-3395

Hello to all COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! This is the Shiojiri Tourism Association. Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture is a city with a population of about 65,000 located in the center of Nagano Prefecture. Known for its historic streetscape and abundant Specialty Products, it is loved by many tourists. Please take a look at the recommended Tourist Information of Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture on COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! ◆What is Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture? ◆ Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture is surrounded by the Northern Alps, the Hotaka Mountain Ranges, Mt. Mt. Takabochi, and the Central Alps, and is surrounded by rural scenery. Grapes are a specialty, and the wine made from those grapes is famous all over the world. In addition, at Narai Juku, which was a post town on Nakasendo, the townscape that still retains the appearance of the Edo period welcomes visitors. ◆ Introduction of Sightseeing spot Information in Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture ◆ [History and Culture] ◇Narai juku Ahead of the Torii shrine gate Pass, a difficult place on the Nakasendo Road, it was the most prosperous post town among the Kiso eleven inns. Even now, it retains the appearance of the Edo period, and the atmosphere of the four seasons is beautiful, and it is full of attractions and gourmet foods that still Fascination people, such as being the stage for movies and dramas. ◇Kiso Hirasawa Kiso Hirasawa was selected as an "Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings" by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology in 2006 Heisei 18 as a "lacquer town". In addition, at the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics, an Olympic medal made of metal and Kiso lacquerware was adopted. ◇Highways and post towns Shiojiri City, which is served by several highways, including the Nakasendo Highway connecting Edo and Kyoto, has long been a bustling transportation hub. Let's visit the unique flavor of each post town and the many hidden episodes. ◇Hiraide Ruins Restrooms available from the Jomon period to the Heian period more than 5,000 years ago, and it is a place where people lived. Many valuable artifacts have been excavated. ◇ Shiojiri Tankakan National Registered Tangible Cultural Property Documents of poets related to Shiojiri, such as Akahiko Shimaki, are on display. The main house is a nationally registered tangible cultural property. [Nature] ◇Takabocchi Highlands Takabocchi Highlands, which belongs to the Yatsugatake Chushin Kogen Quasi-National Park, is a beautiful Highlands with an Elevation of 1,665 Meters. It is a place where you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons, especially the Renge azalea and Highlands plants in summer and the sea of clouds in autumn. From the Takabocchi Highlands, you can overlook Mt. Fuji, the Northern Alps, and the Suwa Lake, and the beauty fascinates people who visit it. ◇ Wine & Grapes It is Restrooms available one of the most wine region in Japan and has a history spanning 130 years. Tour the Winery and enjoy the Gastronomical delicacies that combine the skills and hearts of the makers to your heart's content. ◇ Grapes Chinese bellflower. It is a special grape that can only be tasted here. ◆Introduction of festivals and events in Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture ◇Shiojiri Winery Festa This is an event where you can enjoy wine discussions with winemakers from Winery in the city while tasting Shiojiri wine. Visit many wine fans from inside and outside the prefecture. ◇Kiso Lacquerware Festival, Narai Juku Festival It is a large lacquerware market once a year. Masterpieces and storehouses are lined up in front of the store. The "Tea Pot Dochu" held at Narai Juku is also popular. ◆ Summary of Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture is an area where you can enjoy rich nature and history. Heartwarming hospitality and beautiful nature and culture await you. In COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will send out the best Tourist Information of Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture, so Best regards!

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

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.

◆ 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.

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!

◆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

◆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 　

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.

It is a large drum at the Suwa Grand Shrine in Shinshu Suwa. In addition to the size, the gorgeous pattern on the body is worth seeing. This kind of attention to detail is Cool Japan. Why don't you visit once?