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Suwa Tourism Association
May. 26, 2024
I will tell you the charm of Nagano Prefecture's Suwa City!! ⇒ YouTube "Suwa City Official Channel" (@TheCityofSuwa)  First of all, I would be happy if you would be interested in "What kind of place is Suwa?!". I was able to video the best promotion!!  You can enjoy the charm of Suwa in all four seasons, cherry blossom viewing in Spring, hiking and trekking in the New green surrounded by mountains, superb views of Nagigama Shrine at Kirigamine, and Nikkōkisuge in summer! In the center of the Suwa Basin is the symbol Suwa Lake. In the summer, kayaking, sightseeing boats, and cycling paths that even children can enjoy are completed ? on Suwa Lake, and above all, it is one of the top class in Japan that colors the summer sky of Suwa Lake Suwa Lake Festival Fireworks Display on Lake Suwa ? In the autumn of appetite, fermented food "miso", which is also the gastronomy of Suwa City! Suwa Specialties Shinshu Suwa Miso Tendon!! And Suwa Gokura's sake ? made based on the strongest underground water of Kirigamine In winter, Mikami walking, Japanese smelt fishing ? Kamisuwa Hot Spring ♨ for cold and tired bodies    It's a ♪ good thing all year round When you're in trouble, "Suwa-sama" There are more than 10,000 branch companies all over Japan. The general headquarters of Suwa Grand Shrine is also located ⛩ in the introduction videos of about 6 minutes. Suwa is not just a pillar!! Please come and experience ♪ Suwa We are waiting for you!
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Suwa Tourism Association
May. 24, 2024
 Today, I went to the Kirigamine Opening Festival. The weather was nice and warm. The second spiritual peak, Mt. Fuji, also welcomed us with our faces. In the midst of all this, I was ? drenched in sweat just by going up to the fog bell tower  It was ? the first outdoor opening ceremony in three years Many people attended and we were able to hold a mountain opening ceremony. At the opening, a member of the Kirigamine Glider Association flew a ? glider at 9:00 a.m. Immediately after the start, we went up to an altitude of about 1900m. It's ? a glider, so it takes off very quietly If there is no weight limit, I would like to try it at least once!!   At the opening ceremony, the priest of Tenaga Shrine prayed for the safety of tourists, people passing through Kirigamine, and everyone related to Kirigamine. Please come to the Kirigamine Nagikama Shrine, which I introduced before, which is a Suwa hidden gem superb view point!  When you come to Kirigamine or Suwa, please ? drive safely = 3
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Kiso Tourist Federation
May. 23, 2024
【Otaki village】Shizenko (Nature Lake) September 14, 1984 Nagano Prefecture Western Earthquake A mountain collapsed in the Halfway up of Mt. Ontake, and a large amount of debris flowed was dammed by the Otaki River, creating a deep forest and a natural lake where the Valleys submerged. Natural heritage site "Shizenko (Nature Lake)". It's a photogenic place, but when you actually see it, it's a beautiful scenery that takes your breath away. It is an unexplored area that you should visit at least once. (By the way, it is also a place that has been used as a filming location.) ) Nature canoeing is held here. Period: April 20 to mid-November (Not opens) Time: Morning session 9:30~12:00 / Afternoon session 13:30~16:00 Fee Adult 6,500 yen (junior high school students and older) / 4,000 yen for elementary school students / 3,000 yen for infants (4 years old and older), including equipment and accident insurance. Cash payment only on the day. Apply from the Home page. Please search for "Shizenko (Nature Lake) Nature Canoe Tour"!!
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Suwa Tourism Association
May. 22, 2024
When I went to Takashima Castle around Golden Week, students from a local junior high school came to sketch Takashima Castle.  When I went near the wisteria flowers, there was a very sweet and wonderful scent in the air. Before I knew it, bees and black bees were ? coming to take nectar ~ Even as a human, it was a wonderful scent that attracted me!! I don't know why the demons of Demon Slayer don't like this wonderful flower www I think it's a wonderful flower. A shot from under the wisteria ledge is recommended!! I didn't know that wisteria flowers were blooming in the pond even though I was a local. I'm sorry, Mr. Takashimajo. When I looked at the whole wisteria flower on this day, I thought that it would bloom for seven minutes today to the untrained eye!   On the premises, there is a rare Gokoku Shrine ⛩ in Japan that resembles the construction of Suwa Grand Shrine. There seems to be a rare sculpture.  Every year, I think it's about Golden Week, but it's very beautiful and you can see it. The castle, the park, and the wisteria flowers are waiting ? for you next year, so please come!
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Nagiso Tourism Association
May. 22, 2024
? Nakasendo odaki medaki falls Due to the restoration work of the torrential rain disaster, The Nakasendo road above the Otaki Female Falls has been closed for a long time. It will open today, Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024 (Reiwa 6)! Thank you to everyone who has been waiting. Please continue to pay ?✨ attention to your steps #Nagiso Town #Nakasendo #Hiking #Otaki Female Waterfall #Kisoji #Kiso #Nagano Sightseeing #Nagano Travel #Trekking #Tsumago Juku #Magome juku
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Nagiso Tourism Association
May. 22, 2024
Hello to all COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! This is the Nagiso Tourism Association. Nagiso Town, Kiso-gun, Nagano Prefecture is a town of about 3,600 people in the southwestern part of Nagano Prefecture. 94% of the town is forested, of which about 70% is national forest. It is formed in seven regions: Yogawa, Northern part (Kakizore), Midono, Tsumago, Araragi, Hirose, and Tadachi. In the COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will introduce plenty of the charms of Nagiso Town, so please enjoy it! ◆History of Nagiso Town, Nagano Prefecture◆ Nagiso Town flourished during the Edo period as a Shukuba-machi on the Nakasendo Highway connecting Kyoto and Edo. In "Tsumago juku" and "Midono juku", where travelers interacted and culture blossomed, the Old streets of that time still remain. ◆Introduction of sightseeing spots in Nagiso Town, Nagano Prefecture◆ 【Tenpaku azalea colony】 Located in Tenpaku Park, it is a large communities of Mitsuba azaleas designated as a natural monument of the town. Best time to visit in Spring, 400 azalea plants dye the garden beautiful pink and white. Since it is located on a hill in the park, you can overlook Kiso Komagatake and other places. 【Tsumago Yado Preservation District】 Maintenance as the 42nd Shukuba from Edo on the Nakasendo Road, it still retains strong faces of the Edo period. In 1976, it was designated as a National Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings. At Wakihonjin Okuya, you can also experience the life of the past by the sunken hearth. Walking through the Old streets allows you to feel the romance of a timeless journey. 【Kakizore Canyon (Oyster each keikoku)】 It is said to be one of the most beautiful Valleys in Kisoji. Azaleas and rhododendrons in Spring and autumn leaves can be enjoyed throughout the year. Use the nature trails and promenades along the Valleys to see the granite hollowed-out Ushigataki Waterfall and Kirigataki Waterfall. 【Tadachi Waterfall】 The "Uru Falls", "Rasen Falls", "Senshin Falls", "Kirigataki Waterfall", "Tenga Falls", "Fudo Falls", and "Somen Waterfall" that span the canyon of the Otaki River are collectively called Tadachi Waterfall. In 1990, it was recognized as a 100 best waterfalls in Japan and in 2020 it was designated as a Central Alps National Park. 【Yogawa Michi】 The Yogawa Michi was built as a detour when the Nakasendo Road became impassable due to the flooding of the Kiso River. The moss-covered forest road with stones and bamboo bushes beside the highway is a great Hiking Course. 【Momosuke Bridge】 Completed in 1922, more than 100 years ago, it is the largest wooden bridge in Japan with a total length of 247 meters. It was designated as a National Important Cultural Property in 1994 【Mt. Nagiso】 Mt. Nagiso, with an elevation of 1,677 meters, was a mountain of Mountain asceticism in ancient times. The mountain trail offers steep slopes, gentle slopes, and chain grounds. It is popular as a mountain where you can easily climb on a day trip. ◆Specialty products of Nagiso Town, Nagano Prefecture◆ Surrounded by forests, Nagiso Town has long been home to wooden crafts. The traditional technique of carving wooden boards and logs with a potter's wheel while rotating them with a Nagiso wheel is carefully made one by one by craftsmen. It fascinates many people with its delicate beauty made with craftsmanship that has been passed down from generation to generation. ◆Festivals and events in Nagiso Town, Nagano Prefecture◆ 【Tadachi Hanauma Festival】 At the festivals held every year in October to give thanks for the bountiful harvest of five grains, three Kiso horses decorated with saddles slowly parade through the town. In 1993, it was designated as an Intangible folk cultural asset of Nagano Prefecture ◆Tourist Information of Nagiso Town, Nagano Prefecture◆ Nagiso Town in Nagano Prefecture is an attractive area with its magnificent natural scenery and rich history. Please spend a memorable time in the beautiful nature and history of Nagiso Town. Best regards for COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will send out Recommendations and Latest Information on Nagiso Town.
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Suwa Tourism Association
May. 21, 2024
Finally, on April 1, 2024, the Suwa Lake Cycling Road was completed. The circumference of Suwa Lake is about 16 km. It is a lake that has been loved by locals for a long time. When I was in the sixth grade of elementary school, I remember the first time I rode a bicycle around Suwa Lake with a friend. I think the locals have an episode of their first circumnavigation of Suwa Lake. In addition, I think that it will be a newly maintenance cycling road that is easy to ride by bicycle and has a nice scenery. On holidays when the weather is nice, the excitement will increase!   "No, no, I'm going to have a bicycle from now on..." "What kind of bicycle should I use now?" If you are wondering "What is an electrically power assisted bicycle?", Why don't you take this opportunity to relax around Lake Suwa Lake with your family and friends on a rental cycle around Lake Suwa Lake? * Regular holidays, business hours, etc. please check each website. ・Activity Base Cogue ・JBT Suwa visit rental cycle ・Suwa Lake Bicycle Rental ・SUWA Glass Village   Electrically power assisted bicycles can easily climb Slope! You can also go to that Famous Tateishi Park and the Kirigamine Highlands, which Suwa is proud of, by bicycle!! Taking the opportunity of the completion of this Suwa Lake Cycling Road, why don't you use your own bicycle to cycle around Suwa Lake or rent an electrically assisted bicycle and challenge yourself to go around Lake Suwa Lake and Kirigamine Highlands? If you get tired, there are parks, cafes, and foot baths, and ♪ I don't think you can find such a blessed environment in Japan. There are cafes and parks along the cycling path, but there are not many foot baths! I think. Use the foot bath easily as long as you have a towel. It will blow away your ♨ tiredness And Swaichi! Did you know? If you go around Suwa Lake by bicycle, take a picture of the three spots of Suwa, Shimosuwa, and Okaya with your smartphone, go to the tourist information center of each city (Kamisuwa Station, Shimosuwa Station, Okaya Station) by yourself and show the photos of the three spots, you will receive a Swaichi certificate and a commemorative badge (you cannot choose the color)! Please try it with your children and friends. A testament to the circumnavigation of Suwa Lake and a commemorative swaichi! Challenges are also recommended. ※ Photo courtesy of Activity Base Cogue The seventh photo is one of my favorite scenic Spot!! Look for it!
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Suwa Tourism Association
May. 21, 2024
Nagikama Shrine ⛩ The other day, I went to visit the Yabukama Shrine in Kirigamine for the first time. Last year, I heard Torii (shrine gate) ⇒ that there was a "Nagikama Shrine" that had been changed to a wooden stone monument, and I was originally thinking of going there because of the thaw, and I decided to go with the words of my wife, who loves Kirigamine. As a lover of pillars, I have come to like visiting shrines and other places, and I have always wanted to go to the Yabukama Shrine, so I thought I finally had the opportunity to go to Kirigamine with my camera.  I parked my car in the parking lot under the ski resort and headed towards the glider pavilion as I heard from an acquaintance, but I was not confident and was nervous, and there was a small sign in front of the glider pavilion that said ⇒ Yagikama Shrine 0.5 km, so I headed there. I felt that it was surprisingly far away. Together with his two children and his wife, he walked for a few minutes while touching the nature of Kirigamine. I could see the stone monument of the Nagikama Shrine. Since it is a shrine, the Torii (shrine gate) is more chic, but this is also a stone monument and it is quaint!! I thought. The approach road was also paved with wood chips, and it was very beautiful and maintained and easy to walk. When I arrived at the Shrine, there was a breathtaking view... For the first time in a long time, I couldn't suppress my excitement. The fact that the day I visit was sunny was also α to the superb view, and it was wonderful!! The Suwa Basin spreads out below, Lake Suwa Lake stands very beautifully, the Central Alps are in front, the Northern Alps are on the right, the Southern Alps are on the left, Mt. Fuji is on the side, and Yatsugatake is behind the left. Isn't there a shrine in Japan where you can see the mountains like this? I think so!! ? As a self-proclaimed hunter of Suwa City's spectacular scenery, this spectacular view immediately became a ranker!! Tateishi Park also overlooks Suwa-no-Taira and has a very good view, but this one has an indescribable beauty because the Elevation Gari even higher. I post that this is not only in my heart!! The shuin stamps is new, and if you are visiting the shrine of Suwa, please stop by when you come to Kirigamine!! If it's sunny, I don't think you'll regret it! ・ God of worship Kenmikata Ōkami (also known as Osuwa-sama : Takeminakata God of valor, fertility of five grains, etc.)  ・ Daisen Ōkami (Ōyamatsumi : As the god of industry and shipping, as well as the god of sake dissolution, the ancestor of sake brewing) ・ Ashinazuchi Tema Milk Ōkami (Tenazuchi) ⇐ Parents of Kushinada Hime (Kushinada Hime : Susanoo's wife) Here, the Dedication of the Nagi Sickle (a sacred vessel shaped like a sickle) found in the former Motomisayama Ruins is dedicated. The scythe is struck on the pillar after the main pillar has been determined. It is said that it is only hammered on the pillars of the Suwa Grand Shrine Upper Shrine, which is a strange thing. The shape is a sickle shaped like the head of a male chicken, which is also the "sacred weapon" of Suwa Grand Shrine. The sickle is enshrined in the Shrine, so please take a look along with the superb view. Suwa Grand Shrine also has a nagikamamori ♪
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Suwa Tourism Association
May. 21, 2024
Big NEWS!!! Suwa Gokura's "Very Raku Set" will Gari renewed and will be ? on sale from April 1, 2024 ~!! In the previous set, you can enjoy tasting 4~5 kinds of sake at each sake brewery, and a special drawstring bag and glass are set. Super popular project Gari New Open!! In the renewed version, each Gozo's original special sticker is added, and there is a mount on it, and it looks like Gozo's shuin stamp books! It is also suitable for inbound (foreign tourists), and you can use Digital Maps (Japanese, English, Chinese) as a purchase Privileges. This Digital Map also includes Tourist Information, evacuation sites, and disaster prevention Information around Kamisuwa Station!! It's been pretty powerful! And it's ♪ unbearable for alcohol ? lovers & sticker lovers Even after the trip, there is a Gozo sticker book, so you can soak in the memories!   The new Koraku set will be renewed on April 1, 2024 ~ for 3,000 yen (including tax) and can be purchased at the Suwa City Tourist Information Center in Kamisuwa Station!! Please enjoy this opportunity for both locals and travelers to Suwa!
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Suwa Tourism Association
May. 21, 2024
Hello! This is the Suwa Tourist Association. Located in the center of Nagano Prefecture, Suwa City in Nagano Prefecture is an area where you can experience beautiful natural scenery such as Suwa Lake and Kirigamine, as well as rich history such as Takashima Castle and Suwa Grand Shrine. In COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will send out recommended sightseeing Spot and Latest Information in Suwa City, so thank you! ◆◆What is Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture? With a population of about 47,000, the Suwa City is about a two-hour drive from the Central Tokyo. The Suwa Grand Shrine Upper Shrine Lower Shrine, which is said to be one of the oldest shrines in Japan, is Visit by many tourists throughout the year. In the Edo period, it flourished as a Castle Town of the Takashima Domain, and in the Meiji period, it flourished as the center of the global silk industry. ◆◆Tourist Spots in Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture ◇Suwa Grand Shrine It is the head shrine of Suwa Grand Shrine all over Japan. The Upper Shrine is located in the Main Shrine (Suwa City) and Mae-miya Shrine (Chino City), and the Lower Shrine is divided into Autumn Shrine and Spring Shrine (both Shimosuwa Town). In an architectural style called Suwa Structure, the shrine hall is designated as an important cultural property of the National Important Cultural Property, and the forest of the shrine is designated as a natural monument of the prefecture. The "Four Shrine Tour" is a popular sightseeing course that tours the four shrines of Suwa Grand Shrine. ◇Takashima Castle / Takashima Park The castle was built about 420 years ago, and the water of Lake Suwa Lake played the role of a moat, so it is also called "Suwa no Ukijo Castle". The current castle tower is visited by many tourists as a Reference Room and Observation decks. Takashima Park in the castle is also popular as a famous place for cherry blossoms. ◇Suwa Lake Suwa Lake is located almost in the center of Nagano Prefecture and is the largest lake in Shinshu with a circumference of 16 kilometers meters. It is full of highlights such as a lakeside walk, the Harmo Museum of Art, and the largest glass museum in Nagano Prefecture "SUWA Glass Village". ◇Kamisuwa Hot Spring It is a hot spring on the shore of Lake Suwa Lakeside and has one of the highest daily gushing volumes in Japan. There are many hotels, inns, guesthouses, and one-day hot spring facilities, so you can enjoy it according to your travel plan. ◇ Tateishi Park It is a park on the mountainside, and you can see Suwa Lake below. There is also talk that it may have been used as a model for a movie! 100 best sunset points in Shinshu has been selected as a New Japan's Three Greatest Night Views and 100 Best Night Views. ◇Kirigamine Highlands Alpine plants in all four seasons dye the entire Highlands. The spectacular view of Mt. Fuji, the Alps, and the Yatsugatake mountain range will surely bring you Impression. There is Kirigamine Ski Resort in the Highlands, where you can enjoy winter sports. ◇Nagano Prefecture Kirigamine Nature Conservation Center At the Nagano Prefectural Visitor Center located in Yatsugatake Chushin Kogen Quasi-National Park, you can learn about the flora, fauna, and history of Kirigamine through photos and panels. ◇Suwa Gokura Suwa City's sake, which is made with underground water Gushing subterranean water from the Kirigamine Highlands, clear air, and a cold climate, is one of the best in Japan. There are five sake breweries (Suwa Gokura) in the city, and it is also popular to visit the sake breweries where you can walk around each brewery. ◆◆Specialty products of Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture Suwa City has a wide variety of Specialty Products harvested and produced locally, such as Western Karin (quince) products, river fish products, sake, Kanten (agar-agar), and Shinshu miso. These are known for their high quality and are highly regarded not only in the Local market but also nationally. ◆◆Introduction of festivals and events in Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture ◇Suwa Grand Shrine Onbashira Festival It is a traditional Shinto ritual of Suwa Grand Shrine that has been passed down for more than 1,200 years, held once every seven years in the Year of the Tiger and the Monkey. At the Onbashira Festival, 16 large large fir trees over 17 meters are erected at the four corners of the shrine by hand. The next meeting will be held in in 2028. ◇Suwa Lake Festival Fireworks Display on Lake Suwa Held in on August 15 every year, fireworks launched from a launch platform set up on Hatsushima Island on Lake Suwa Lake dye Suwa Lake in vivid colors. It is one of the One of the largest fireworks festivals in Japan, and about 500,000 spectators Visit every year. ◆◆Disseminate Tourist Information of Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture Suwa City is an area full of charm woven with history, nature, and culture. Experience the history of Japan in Suwa City and spend a blissful time surrounded by Nature. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will provide Recommendations for Suwa City, so thank you.
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Kiso Tourist Federation
May. 20, 2024
【Notice of Kiso Tour】June 7 (Fri) and 8 (Sat), 2024 A tour with Tomoko Suzuki, a Popular manga artist known for "Zukudase TV" and "Zukudase TV" if you are a Shinshu person, will be held in Kiso! This time, he will liven up Kiso as the new leader of the Kiso support team. A tour where you can enjoy Kaida Highlands and Kiso town for 2 days and 1 night. The inn is a guest house with a view of the starry sky. Served at Kiso's Specialties, which can only be tasted at this time. On this tour, you can also visit Tomoko Suzuki's favorite Spot. Reservations are now being accepted, with a capacity of 15 people on a first-come, first-served basis! Visiting the site of Nagano Prefecture Pharmaceuticals, chartering a Pension, Visiting the sites, and other things that can only be done on this tour are packed! Reservations are accepted from the Home page of "Kiso Valley Trail".
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Kiso Tourist Federation
May. 19, 2024
It's Hoha-maki season!! "Hooba maki" is a Japanese confectionery made by wrapping bean paste in a rice cake made by kneading rice flour, wrapping it in magnolia leaves, and steaming it. In Kiso, it has been made since ancient times as a celebratory mochi for the Dragon Boat Festival, which is held on June 5. It is made using twigs with several leaves attached to one tree as it is, so it has a different appearance and is appreciated as a Souvenirs. It is sold at many confectionery stores from mid ~ end of May every year. There are also people who come from far away in search of hooba rolls. It is available until mid-July, so if you come to Kiso this season, please try it at least once! Please refer to the following for Kiso dealers. It is also Publication on the seasonal Information on the Home page "Kiso Valley Rippu", so please take a look. [Dealer] ♦ Shiojiri City Tea House "Kodemari" 0264-34-3072     Roadside Station "Kiso Narakawa" 0264-34-3888     Tezukara 0264-34-3236 ♦ Kiso village Kitahara Confectionery 0264-36-2069     Buckwheat 0264-24-0188     Roadside Station "Kiso River Headwaters Village Kisomura" 0264-36-1050 ♦ Kiso town Roadside Station "Hiyoshi Kiso Koma Kogen" 0264-23-3644     Sweets Tsukasa Taguchi 0264-22-2023     Omuraya 0264-22-2841     Orihashi Confectionery 0264-22-2421     Confectionery 0264-22-2134     Sweets Priest Horaiya 0264-22-2372     Confectionery Brewery Yoshishiro    (Ohashi Confectionery) 0264-22-4800               0264-22-2413     Roadside Station "Kiso Fukushima" 0264-21-1818     Roadside Station "Sangaku" 0264-46-3677     Farmer's Market "Saisaikan" 0264-42-1360 ♦ Otaki village Himeya 0264-48-2020 ♦ Agematsu town Agematsu town Specialty Products Development Center Use Union 0264-52-1505     Washin 0264-52-5588     Cafeteria Nakamura 0264-52-2183     Hokodo 0264-52-4648 ♦ Okuwa Village Roadside Station "Okuwa" 0264-55-4192     Yoneko Okuwa 0264-55-3633     Michikusa 050-2006-2025     Traditional Japanese straw raincoat 0264-55-4380     Wood sawing village 0264-55-2900 ♦ Nagiso Town Toyama Confectionery 0264-57-2209      Tsutaya Confectionery 0264–57-2069      Ebiya 0264-57-3054      Sawadaya 0264-57-2272      Chokane (Sawadaya Tsumago) 0264-57-3268 ♦ Nakatsugawa City Roadside Station "Shizumo" 0573-75-5255
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Kiso Tourist Federation
May. 16, 2024
【Ontake Ropeway】 This season's Ontake Ropeway is scheduled to operate from April 25 (Thursday) ~ November 10 (Sunday) in 2024. You can take a capsule-shaped gondola to Elevation 2,150m and take a scenic aerial walk for about 15 minutes Fun If you're lucky, you might be able to see a sea of clouds like the one in the photo! Fun gourmet food such as Unkai curry and Saiun soda at the summit station observation café "Oyama Ochaya"! ♦ Kiso how to enjoy the ropeway is Publication in the trip idea of the Tani and Rippu HP. It is a collaboration article with skima Shinshu. Please take a look! ♦ Flights are subject to suspension due to weather conditions. Please see "Ontake Ropeway" or contact us at the Phone number below. ℡:0264-46-2525 Ontake Ropeway 〒397-0101 Kiso Town, Kiso-gun, Kiso-gun, Nagano Prefecture Sandake 1
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Kiso Tourist Federation
May. 15, 2024
【Nagiso Town】Momosuke Bridge With a total length of 247m, it is one of the largest wooden bridges in Japan. It is a suspension bridge built by Momosuke Fukuzawa for the development of hydroelectric power generation. It has been designated as an important cultural property of Japan as a modernization heritage. A powerful bridge that looked very good in the blue sky on this day. Not only the retro feeling, but also the view from the bridge is the best and recommended photo Spot!
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Iijima Tourism Association
May. 15, 2024
How do you do! This is the Iijima Town Tourism Association. Nagano Prefecture Kamiina County Iijima is a town of about 8,900 people located in the center of the southern Inadani Valley of Nagano Prefecture. With the Central Alps to the west and the Southern Alps to the east, it is a city where you can see the two Alps. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will continue to provide Recommendations and Latest Information on Iijima Town, Nagano Prefecture, so thank you! ◇◇What is Iijima Town, Nagano Prefecture? Iijima Town has two famous fireworks shops nationwide. "fireworks" is familiar to Iijima townspeople, with many fireworks launched throughout the year, such as the "Senninzuka Underwater fireworks Tournament" in Spring, the "fireworks at events" in the summer, the "Dedication Smoke Fire" every week in September ~ October in autumn, and the "New Year's Eve New Spring fireworks festival" on New Year's Day. In addition, craftsmen have inherited "Straw work" as a traditional culture since ancient times. Straw work made in Iijima Town is famous throughout Japan, and it is responsible for making Making ring-shaped bales of rice for sumo wrestling and Sacred straw ropes for Famous shrines. In addition, Iijima Town has been attracting attention as a comfortable town to live in in recent years, and the number of immigrants is increasing. ◇◇Introduction of sightseeing spots in Iijima Town, Nagano Prefecture 【Mt. Karakasa】 It is a mountain with an elevation of 1542 meters, and two mountain trails were developed in 2013. From the Observation decks and the summit, you can Unfolds a spectacular view of the Southern Alps. 【Campsite in Iijima】 There are three campsites in Iijima, so please enjoy the campsite that suits your purpose. ・Senninzuka Park Campsite It is a natural park located in the Nanakubo district of Iijima Town, and is full of activities to enjoy the rich nature such as camping, standup paddleboarding, fishing and trekking. ・Inaka no Kaze Campsite Agricultural experience, beetle hunting, and other experiences of Nature can be experienced. ・Yodagiri Park Campsite Sports facilities include tennis courts and swimming pools. The natural water "Kosumo no Mizu" that springs in the park was selected as one of the 15 best and secret waters in Shinshu. 【Roadside Station Hananosato Iijima】 Freshly picked local vegetables are lined up and you can enjoy your meal. It overlooks the Central Alps and the Southern Alps. [Roadside Station Tagiri no Sato] There are many products that are full of the blessings of Iijima's nature, and you can feel the charm of "Minami Shinshu Iijima". Soft serve ice cream in the take-out corner is also popular. ◇◇Specialty products of Iijima Town, Nagano Prefecture Alps Salmon, a large rainbow trout raised in the clear water of the Alps Fresh Water, is a delicious dish with a firm fat. In addition, there are many Soba restaurants lined up in the town, and you can eat authentic Handmade Soba noodles. ◇◇Introduction of festivals and events in Iijima Town, Nagano Prefecture 【Shinshu Ijima Wind Road Wind Chime Festival】 This event was recognized by Guinness World Records in 2023 for the largest number of wind chimes on display. In the venue, 10,000 wind chimes played a cool sound. In addition, there are many food stalls lined up in the venue, and guests who match the concept appear every year on a special stage. 【Iijima Town Rice Bale Marathon】 In Iijima Town, where Rice cultivation has been popular since ancient times, a marathon is held in which Rice Bales are carried. It is a Popular event that will be held for the 11th time in 2023, and every every year, applications will flood in and the capacity will be filled with applications as soon as recruitment starts. ◇◇Introducing Recommendations for Iijima Town, Nagano Prefecture Iijima in Nagano Prefecture is a fascinating region for its natural beauty, rich history, and heartwarming local events. Please spend a healing time in Iijima. This Account will send out Tourist Information of Iijima Town, so please follow us.
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Tomi City Tourist Association
May. 14, 2024
With the aim of regional revitalization, promotion of recognition, and expansion of consumption by Tomi Wine, which leads the Chikuma River Wine Valley, we will invite visitors from the Tokyo metropolitan area and all over the country to hold a wine festival outdoors in May with a new look from every year autumn. This year, the event will be held for two days, and will also sell limited edition wines that assemble (mix and harmonize) grapes from each producer in the city, and to convey the charm of delicious food in the region. I hope you all enjoy it. Name: Tomi Wine Festa 2024 - Assemblage Date and time: May 11 (Sat) and 12 (Sun) held for 2 days in Reiwa 6)    11:00~16:00 on both days (Implementation in case of rain) Location: JA Shinshu Ueda Tomi Branch La Vérité Parking Lot (63-4 Tanaka, Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture)    Shinano Railway About a 5-minute walk from Tanaka Station Participation fee: Free for everyone (Bring your own wine glasses)    * All drinks and food Will be sold charged. (Wine glasses with participating winery logos 2024 limited sale 700 yen will end as soon as they run out) Organizer: Tomi Wine Club (wineries in the city, wine grape producers, wine support group) Supported by: Tomi City Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Shinshu Toumi Tourism Association, Nagano Wine Association Sponsor: Tomi City, each company Cooperation: 82 Bank Tanaka Branch, JA Shinshu Ueda Tomi Branch Vendors: Wineries, wine grape producers, local restaurants, etc.
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Tomi City Tourist Association
May. 14, 2024
A inn Johshuya for rent in a Unno Yado where the townscape of harmony continues In the Edo period, it was full of vitality as a Shukuba-juku, and during the Meiji and Taisho periods, it Unno Yado shifted to a city where sericulture was thriving. Even now, the precious buildings of that time are lined up, and if you step inside, you can feel the "time" that is constantly streaming beyond the long history of Unno Yado, which has lasted for nearly 400 years. Johshuya is the only space where you can liken your time to a thread and unwind the tightly twisted thread. Dinner at Johshuya Johshuya offers creative Japanese cuisine produced by Komoro City "Drunkenness". A small bowl made with ingredients from Shinshu, and Shinshu premium beef sukiyaki as the main dish. It is a hot pot that warms up in this season when it is still cold. You can consult with us about the arrangement of the dishes according to your budget and wishes. Please experience the cuisine filled in the space of Johshuya and the local wine together with "unwinding time". #Unno Yado #Old townscape #Nagano Trip #Rental of a building
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Tomi City Tourist Association
May. 14, 2024
The long week of the new school year is coming to an end. Here's a little reflection of March. [Implementation of study tour by junior high and high school students @ Tomi City] 3/23 (Sat) - 26 (Tue) As part of the Ueda-Tomi Study Tour, members of the Social Action Team of the Volunteer Department of International Secondary School attached to Tokyo Gakugei University visited Tomi City! While continuing the relationship with Ueda, this time the field was expanded to Tomi, and 14 junior high and high school students experienced Tomi for the first time (Tomi was on the 1st day of 3/25). We actually visit the area, interacted with local people, and worked on a study tour to think about local issues together from the perspective of junior high and high school students. Tomi's theme is "How can people gather in Tomi?" (It's huge!) Because this was my first time in Tomi, I dared to ask them to grasp the charm of Tomi from multiple perspectives without being bound by the perspective of tourism. [Local people who cooperated this time] ⚪︎Cave Hatano Hatano-san ⚪︎SASAKI FARM 佐々木さん ⚪︎ Kodama Family Residence & Cafe Nei Kodama's family ⚪︎Unno Yado Kamishuya Asakawa-san * SASAKI FARM was specially accepted for training. Please note that it is not a tourist ranch. The junior high and high school students fell in love with the land of Tomi itself, and while touching the enthusiasm of Adults who took on the challenge of realizing their commitments and desires, they enthusiastically asked specific and Unfolding questions. Although it was only one day, I was very impressed by the way they tried to get to know Tomi deeply. At the end, the "charm of Tomi" that everyone felt at the Unno Yado Fureai Center was output in a short time. From the moment you unfold the imitation paper, the pen moves all at once! Impression by the enthusiasm of the junior high and high school students. I'm looking forward to the reports that will be compiled in the future. Tomi, like Ueda, I can't help but think that we can build a Gari with continuity. Tokyo Gakugei University International Secondary School Volunteer Department See you all in Tomi/ ・ ・ [Thanks] Thank you again to everyone in the community who cooperated with us! Please ? note that some tagging did not work (Regional Revitalization Cooperation Volunteers T.N) #Tomi City #Nagano Prefecture #Study Tour #Tourism Association #Commerce, Industry and Tourism Division #Junior and senior high school students #Local issues #Connecting with the community #Adult challenging #Winery #Cavehatano #Sheep Farm #Sasaki Farm #Sasaki Farm #Kodama Family Residence #Kodama Family Residence Cafe #Unno Yado #Rental inn #Unno Yado Kamishuya
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Tomi City Tourist Association
May. 14, 2024
HELLO VIEWERS OF COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Shinshu Toumi Tourism Association. Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture is a city in the eastern part of Nagano Prefecture. Surrounded by the Asama mountain range of Joshinetsu Kogen National Park to the north and Tateshina and Yatsugatake to the south, it is an area rich in Rich in nature, with more than half of the city being mountain forests and one-fourth being fields. The city was created in 2002 by the merger of Higashimomachi and Kitamomaki Village, and became "Tomi City" by taking one letter each of the Omi of Higashimomachi "east" and Kitamomaki Village. There is the Joshinetsu Expressway "Tobu Yunomaru Interchange" and the Shinano Railway "Tanaka Station" and "Shigeno Station", and it is about 2 hours from Central Tokyo and about 1 hour from Nagano City and Matsumoto City. ==Recommended sightseeing spots in Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== ・Unno Yado Opened in 1625 as a Shukuba-juku on the Kitakuni Highway, it is a tourist destination that still retains its original appearance. You can feel as if you have traveled back in time to the Edo period. ・Myojin Pond It is a pond built in the Edo period, and it is Maintenance as an Art Village Park centered on the pond, and you can see the beautiful scenery of the four seasons such as New green and autumn leaves in the Satoyama. There are facilities in the park such as the Umeno Memorial Picture Gallery and the Fureaikan. ・Unnojyuku History and Folklore Museum The building built around 1790 in the Edo period is still used as a Documents Museum. The climate, history, and documents of Unno Yado are on display ・Roadside Station Raiden Walnut Village At the Roadside Station at the entrance to Yunomaru Highland, you can enjoy a meal that makes use of hand-made soba "Inutate Soba" and local ingredients at the restaurant. Local agricultural products and specialty products are lined up, so it is also recommended to buy Souvenirs for sightseeing in Tomi City. ・Yunomaru Ski Resort It is the closest powder snow ski resort to Central Tokyo, and the six slopes can be enjoyed by beginners and advanced skiers. The business period is from late November to early April every year. ・Yunomaru Plateau It is a plateau located on the west side of the Asama mountain ranges, and the Renge azalea of Azalea Plain is also designated as a national natural monument. Every year, when the Renge azalea is in full bloom, the "Yunomaru Kogen Azalea Festival" is held. ・Yurakuchi-kan Wine & Beer Museum It is a facility where you can experience Tomi Wine, such as an exhibition room that introduces the history of Tomi Wine, winery Information in Tomi City, grape cultivation amount, etc., and a tasting area and wine sales centered on Tomi City wine. A wine concierge is also available, so be sure to find your favorite wine. ==Specialty products and gourmet foods of Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== Kyoho grapes, walnuts, sweet corn, Shirado potatoes, and broccoli are specialty products of Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture. These specialty products are also popular as thank-you gifts for roadside stations and Furusato Nozei tax payments. In addition, wineries are being born one after another in Tomi City, and wine taxis are also operated to visit wineries in the city. ==Events and festivals in Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== ・Raiden Festival It is a major summer event in Tomi City held at Tanaka Shopping Street, and there are performances and dances on stage, and many Kitchen Cars are lined up in the shopping street. At the climax, the festivals are enlivened by a dance parade. ・Unno Yado Fureai Festival It is a festival held every November at Uminojuku, Old Kitakuni Highway, Unno Juku, and a procession dressed in Edo period costumes parades through the city. The buildings and gardens of Unno Yado, which you cannot usually see, will be opened. ==Agricultural experience in Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== The idyllic atmosphere of Tomi City, with its fields spread all around, is difficult to enjoy in the Central Tokyo. There is also a travel plan where you can enjoy farming experience while interacting with the warm and friendly people of Tomi City. Even if you visit sightseeing for the first time in Tomi, the local staff will support you so that you can participate with peace of mind. Agricultural experience plans include "Rice cultivation", "Apple cultivation", "Corn harvesting experience", and "Traditional Japanese straw raincoat harvesting experience". ==Recommended Information for Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== The Nature of the Tomi City and the atmosphere of the historic city Fascination those who visit. Please feel the charm of Tomi City firsthand. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will provide recommended Information that will help you plan your trip to Tomi City.
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Kiso Tourist Federation
May. 13, 2024
Nakasendo Guided Tour Nakasendo guided tour is being held in Agematsu town! With a guide who knows the local area, you will walk while feeling the nature of the four seasons. On the tour, you can enjoy a limited revival soba gozen at the long-established Soba restaurant "Echizenya", which has celebrated its 400th anniversary Gari In addition, each season, we offer delicious local treats. Central Alps Quasi-National Park "Nezame-no-Toko" is one of the most scenic spots on Nakasendo that is loved by literati and ink visitors. In the Nakaku area, a teahouse that still reigns the remnants of the Edo period is preserved in the old Nakasendo area. Please join us on a tour that traces the history and culture unique to Kiso Hinoki's hometown Agematsu. Date: 2024: May 8 (Wed), June 26 (Wed), October 9 (Wed), November 13 (Wed), 2025: January 15 (Wed) Meeting in front of JR Agematsu Station 9:30 Time: 9:30~15:00 Clothing: Comfortable clothes, comfortable shoes, drinks, rain gear, towels, etc. Participation fee: 4,000 yen (only on May 8 for the first time, monitor price is 3,000 yen) Number of applicants: About 10 people on a first-come, first-served basis each time How to apply Uematsu Tourism Association TEL:0264-52-1133
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Agematsu Tourism Association
Apr. 24, 2024 (edited)
Hello! This is the Uematsu Tourism Association.
Agematsu Town, Nagano Prefecture is a town rich in Rich in nature located in the center of the Kiso Valley in the upper reaches of the Kiso River in the southwestern part of Nagano Prefecture.
Blessed with a rich history and beautiful nature, it continues to attract visitors to visit.

◆◆History of Agematsu Town, Nagano Prefecture◆◆
Agematsu Town in Nagano Prefecture was the 38th Shukuba town on the Nakasendo Highway connecting Edo and Kyoto during the Edo period.
The distance from Koumatsu-juku to Suhara-juku is the longest in Kiso Road, and it flourished as a resting place for many travelers.
Even now, Agematsu Town has historical attractions such as "Kiso Plank" and "Nezame-no-Toko" where you can feel the history of that time.
There is also a Nakasendo Kiso Road walking tour led by a veteran guide, so please Use it as a memory of your trip.

In addition, Agematsu Town has prospered since ancient times as a forestry town that produces high-quality timber Representative by Kiso Hinoki, and is called "Hinoki no Sato".

◆◆Popular sightseeing spots in Agematsu Town, Nagano Prefecture◆◆
◇Nezame-no-Toko
The stream of the Kiso River cuts the granite into squares, and you can see the scenery as if a large box is lined up.
There is also a legend of Urashima Taro that Urashima Taro opened the Tamatebako box in this area.

◇Akazawa Natural Recreation Forest
It is a recreational forest with natural Kiso Hinoki trees that are more than 300 years old, and it is the place where the world's first forest protection policy was implemented about 400 years ago.
There are 7 walking paths, and there is also a Paid Menu such as a forest therapy experience.
Akazawa Natural Recreation Forest is the birthplace of forest bathing.
The term "forest bathing" was born in 1982, and the first national national convention of forest bathing was held here at the Akazawa Natural Recreation Forest.

◇Akasawa Forest Railway
A 2.2-kilometer-round Trolley train for sightseeing that runs through the Akazawa Natural Recreation Forest, and was once used to transport timber.
You can enjoy forest bathing while riding the train.
The Forest Railway Memorial Hall also exhibits steam locomotives from the time of its opening.

◇Mt. Kiso Komagatake
It is the highest peak in the Central Alps and is a mountain with an Elevation of 2956 meters.
Elevation up to 2612 meters can be climbed by the ropeway with the highest elevation difference in Japan.

◇Kiso old road of nature trail
It is a road that connected the north and south of Kiso even before the Nakasendo Road was maintained.
Hiking mountain trail on the Kiso Plateau at 1000 meters Elevation offers Nature views.

◆◆Beloved events and festivals in Agematsu Town, Nagano Prefecture◆◆
◇Komagatake Shrine Festival
It is held every year on May 3 at Komagatake Shrine, and the "13 Taisai Kagura" designated as a national selected Intangible folk cultural asset is Dedication.
You can see performances such as "Shishin Go Henpai" in which four tengu dance, and "Sanken no Mai (Dance of the Three Swords)" in which they dance with swords.

◆◆Specialty products of Agematsu Town, Nagano Prefecture◆◆
Specialty products of Agematsu Town include local gourmet foods such as Gohei-mochi and yasunki, sunki, and Hoha-maki.
These allow you to enjoy the flavorful flavors that are unique to the region.

◆◆Recommended points of Agematsu Town, Nagano Prefecture◆◆
Agematsu Town is an attractive area with its rich nature and deep history.
Magnificent nature such as Nezame-no-Toko and Mt. Kiso Komagatake, extraordinary forest bathing in the Akazawa Natural Recreation Forest, the history of Agematsu Town while walking along the Nakasendo Road...
Agematsu Town is full of elements that attract people.

Enjoy a trip away from everyday life, healing and refreshing from the heart, and enjoying nature, history, and culture in Agematsu Town.
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Kiso Tourist Federation
May. 13, 2024
How do you do! This is the Kiso Tourism Federation! Kiso, Nagano Prefecture is a region in the Kiso River basin of Nagano Prefecture and consists of eight cities and towns: Nakatsugawa City, Nagiso Town, Okuwa Village, Agematsu Town, Kiso Town, Otaki Village, Kiso Village, and Shiojiri City. Located in a valley surrounded by 3,000-meter-high mountains that have been selected as a 100 Famous Mountains of Japan, it is an area where delicious air, water, and Healing space brought by Nature spread. The historic Shukuba-juku town still remains along the old Along the road and is visited by many travelers. In this article, we will introduce you to the history and highlights of the Kiso, as well as Information local Specialty Products and events. ◆History of Kiso, Nagano Kiso The Nakasendo Highway, which connected Kyoto and Edo during the Edo period, was an important highway with many people coming and going. Kiso, which is part of the Nakasendo Highway, has prospered as a transportation hub since ancient times, with many travelers and supplies coming and going. Many Shukuba-juku towns have developed and retain their faces even today, and Kisoji was designated as the first Japanese heritage site in Nagano Prefecture. At that time, 69 Shukuba were placed in the Nakasendo 540-kilometer process, of which 11 Shukuba are located in Kisoji. Nakasendo Kisoji 11 Shukuba ・Niekawa Juku ・Narai juku ・Yauhara juku ・Miyanokoshi juku ・Fukushima juku ・Agematsu juku ・Suhara-juku ・Nojiri juku ・Midono juku ・Tsumago juku ・Magome juku Even now, the cityscape of the Edo period Unfolds on Kisoji, and you can feel as if you have traveled back in time to the Edo period. ◆Introduction of tourist spots in Kiso, Nagano Kiso ◇Kiso Kaida Highlands Elevation Kaida Highlands overlooking Mt. Ontake, which stretches for 1,100 to 1,400 meters, is Unfolds with rural scenery. There are sports facilities and Hot spring facilities, and it is crowded with many tourists. At the "Kiso Horse Village" in the Highlands, you can also enjoy horseback riding and horse-drawn carriage experiences. ◇Nezame-no-Toko On the floor of Nezame-no-Toko in Agematsu town, you can see a strangely shaped granite rock that looks like a row of large boxes. It was designated as a national scenic spot in 1923 and became a Central Alps National Park in 2020. ◇Akasawa Natural Recreation Forest It is one of Japan's three most beautiful forests in Agematsu town, and there is a forest of natural Kiso Hinoki trees that are more than 300 years old. It is also the birthplace of forest bathing, where Japan's first forest bathing competition was held in 1982. ◇Ontake Lake, Shizenko (Nature Lake) The beautiful lake in Otaki village also offers ontake lake canoe touring and Shizenko (Nature Lake) nature canoe tours. Since you can see the beautiful appearance of the four seasons, it is a popular photo Spot and is visited by many tourists throughout the year. ◇Atera Canyon The emerald green clear streams of Atera Canyon in Okuwa Village are called "Atera Blue" and are a popular healing spot for girls' trips. ◆Introduction of Roadside Station in Kiso, Nagano Kiso At the Roadside Station, fresh vegetables and specialty products from the local Kiso are lined up, and you can enjoy Kiso's gourmet food. Souvenirs are also recommended! ・Roadside Station Kiso Fukushima (Kiso Town, Kiso-gun, Nagano Prefecture) ・Roadside Station Hiyoshi Kiso Koma Kogen (Hinoyoshi, Kiso-cho, Kiso-gun, Nagano) ・Roadside Station Kiso River Headwaters Village Kisomura (Kiso Village, Kiso-gun, Nagano Prefecture) ◆Introduction of Specialty products and crafts of Kiso, Nagano Kiso Kiso is also known for its rich specialty products nurtured by its natural environment. Matsutake mushrooms in Kiso town are famous for their high aroma and are popular as a taste of autumn. Sunki, pickled red turnip, and Maki of magnolia leaves are traditional gourmet foods in Kiso where you can enjoy their unique flavors. In addition, Kiso lacquerware is an Ancient tradition that has been handed down in the Kiso area for a long time, and the longer it is used, the warmer and luster it becomes, and the more beautiful it shines. ◆Introduction of local events and festivals in Kiso, Nagano Kiso ◇Mizunashi Shrine Festival (Mikoshi (portable shrine) roll) This festival, held every July, is a rare festivals in Japan where about 100 kan (about 400 kg) Mikoshi (portable shrines) are rolled or dropped and destroyed overnight, and is also called "One of the world's strangest festivals". ◇Kiso Yoshinaka Flag Raising Festival It is a festival registered as a Component Cultural Assets, and mourns Lord Yoshinaka, lights a fire character in the shape of a "tree" on Mt. Yamabuki, and a warrior procession parades through the town. ◆Introduction of Kiso, Nagano Prefecture Kiso, Nagano Kiso is a fascinating region for its magnificent nature and rich history. While walking along the old highways that have remained since the Edo period, you can feel the unchanging scenery that travelers must have felt at that time. We will continue to send out Information that will convey the charm of Kiso to everyone who sees COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so Best regards!
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Uhei
May. 13, 2024
【Matsumoto Castle】 松本城 - Matsumoto Castle Nagano Matsumoto Castle is the oldest national treasure castle in Japan among the existing five-story and six-story castle towers. In 1936 (Showa 11), the entire site was designated as a national treasure. Later, in 1952 (Showa 27)), five buildings, the castle tower, the Inuiko castle tower, the Wataru tower, the Tatsumi tower, and the Tsukimi tower, were designated as national treasures. Half of the body is illuminated by the setting sun, and the light and shadow form a wonderful harmony. Ducks swimming leisurely in the moat accentuate the enormity of the castle.
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May. 8, 2024
Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture Kanou School Building This school was built in Meiji 12 (1879). It is the oldest school building in the prefecture after the Nakagome School in Saku and the Kaichi School in Matsumoto, and the oldest school building in the Ueda and Oken regions. This school building was built by the enthusiastic love of education of the Japanese villagers. The aim was to cultivate a "Japanese soul and Western talent" type of person whose mind is Japanese and whose knowledge is Western culture. ⭐︎Key points ⭐of this photo︎  The roof is a structure that is often seen in temples and shrines, called a thatched main house, and the devil's face at the eaves is also characteristic (Dragon Tiger Confucius Mencius).
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May. 8, 2024
Kitakuni Highway "Unno Yado" The townscape of Unno Yado is a traditional style of houses in harmony with the thatched-roof buildings of the Edo period and the robust silkworm buildings of the Meiji era and later. The irrigation water streams in the center of the road and the beautiful houses with lattice doors on both sides of it make you feel a quiet atmosphere reminiscent of a historical hometown. History of Unno Yado Unno Yado was opened in the 2nd year of Kanei (1625) as a inn station in Kitakuni Highway. The Kitakuni Highway is an important highway connecting the Nakasendo Highway and the Hokuriku Expressway. In addition to the transportation of gold mined in Sado and the change of attendance of the daimyo of Hokuriku, there was also frequent traffic with Edo, and there were many pilgrims to Zenkoji. After the adjacent Tanaka inn was damaged by the great flood in Kanho 2 and the main camp was moved to Unno Yado, it was very busy, with 59 denma houses and 23 hatago. After the Shukuba-juku function was lost in the Meiji era, it moved to a sericulture village. Since the traditional houses of Unno Yado have been preserved to this day, it was selected as one of the "100 Best Roads in Japan" in 1986 (Showa 61) and as an "Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings" in 62. ⭐︎Highlights ⭐of this photo︎  In the Edo period inn-style building, the second floor is more protruding than the first floor. It is said that it is a consideration so that travelers do not get wet when getting ready on rainy days.
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ponpoco_photos
May. 8, 2024
Speaking of famous warlords of the Sanada clan, "Sanada Yukimura (Sanada Nobushige)" (Sanada Yukimura), who played an active role in chasing down "Tokugawa Ieyasu" in the "Osaka Natsujin" in 1615 (Keicho 20), and "Sanada Masayuki" (Sanada Masayuki), who defeated Tokugawa Ieyasu's large army twice, are famous. In addition, as a conspiracy general of "Takeda Shingen" (bosho: a general who excelled in strategy), "Sanada Yukitaka" (Sanada Yukitaka), who was said to be inferior to Takeda Shingen, can be mentioned. Prior to the establishment of the Shukuba town, Unno Yado was called "Unno-go" or "Umino-sho" and was the birthplace of the Umino clan, a branch of the Shigeno clan of Shinshu, which is said to be the root of the Sanada clan, from Heian to Kamakura and the Sengoku period. ⭐︎Key points ⭐of this photo︎ This is the current state of the main team. When you open the gate, you will be greeted by a magnificent tree. In addition, one of Sanada Yukimura's entourage, "Umino Rokuro" (Unnorokuro), whose name also appears in the creative vassal group "Sanada Ten Brave Warriors" (Sanada Ju Yuushi), is also said to have been from this area. In 1583 (Tensho 11), Masayuki Sanada moved the shrine and town from Umino to Ueda when he built "Ueda Castle" (Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture). After that, the village was reduced and Unno Yado was established as an "inn station on the snow country highway".
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May. 8, 2024
Kitakuni Highway "Unno Yado"  The townscape of Unno Yado is a traditional style of houses in harmony with the thatched-roof buildings of the Edo period and the robust silkworm buildings of the Meiji era and later.   The irrigation water streams in the center of the road and the beautiful houses with lattice doors on both sides of it make you feel a quiet atmosphere reminiscent of a historical hometown. History of Unno Yado Unno Yado was opened in the 2nd year of Kanei (1625) as a inn station in Kitakuni Highway. The Kitakuni Highway is an important highway connecting the Nakasendo Highway and the Hokuriku Expressway. In addition to the transportation of gold mined in Sado and the change of attendance of the daimyo of Hokuriku, there was also frequent traffic with Edo, and there were many pilgrims to Zenkoji. After the adjacent Tanaka inn was damaged by the great flood in Kanho 2 and the main camp was moved to Unno Yado, it was very busy, with 59 denma houses and 23 hatago. After the Shukuba-juku function was lost in the Meiji era, it moved to a sericulture village. Since the traditional houses of Unno Yado have been preserved to this day, it was selected as one of the "100 Best Roads in Japan" in 1986 (Showa 61) and as an "Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings" in 62. ⭐︎Highlights ⭐of this photo︎  Design of traditional buildings  Pay attention to the protruding parts on both sides! It's called "Honudatsu" and it's from the Edo period. There is also a "sleeve udatsu", which is from the Meiji era. Neither of these was something that could only be done from a wealthy family. It is from this place that the phrase "depression does not rise" was born.
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