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

Hello 😃 This is Waraji, a restaurant of Koshu local cuisine. Shosenkyo Gorge is covered in fresh green foliage, and pleasant days are continuing. At Waraji we have added the Waraji Gozen as a weekend and holiday special menu. This special set lets you enjoy Waraji’s recommended dishes all at once, including Iwana trout with crisp skin and tender flesh, hoto noodle soup, simmered chicken giblets, and basashi (horse sashimi). It would not be an exaggeration to call this the definitive collection of Waraji’s menu items. Please enjoy it if you have the chance.

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

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

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

Hello everyone, this is the Shosenkyo Tourism Association. Today the weather cleared enough to see blue skies! At Senga Falls, where sunlight streamed through, the fresh green leaves were shining. The weather looks good for the second half of Golden Week starting tomorrow, so please come and visit us.

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

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

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

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

The Itajiki Valley, which had been closed due to a fallen tree, has reopened✨ Please exercise caution when passing through. With this reopening, you can now see the Great Falls. Come visit the refreshingly cool Itajiki Valley during Golden Week😊 *The photo was taken in June 2023.*

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

Hello 😃 This is Crystal Sound. Time flies, and it will soon be May — what a surprise 😅 At Shosenkyo Gorge, the trees are beginning to show plump new green shoots 🌱 as they welcome the fresh season, and you can see their vigor. You might also hear pleasant birdsong in the air. Why not take a leisurely walk through nostalgic streets, forgetting the passage of time for a while? A visit to Shosenkyo Gorge might fill you with energy ☺️ It could spark a change in your step starting tomorrow! By the way, the gemstone for May is emerald ✨ Its beautiful green color suits the fresh-leaf season perfectly. The gemstone meanings of emerald are… “happiness, good fortune, love, hope.” You can feel its sparkling power 😉 Come to Shosenkyo Gorge to heal a tired heart. All of our staff sincerely look forward to welcoming you 😆

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

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

Hello! This is the Shosenkyo Tourism Association. The sacred tree of Kanayama Shrine, "Kanayama," is now at its best. The pale yellow ukon cherry, tinged with a golden hue, looks mystical and truly feels like a power spot for improving financial luck. The double-flowered cherry in front has also begun to bloom, so you can likely enjoy yellow and pink blossoms together.

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

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

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

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

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

Hello 😃 This is Yamanashi Wine Kingdom main building. Under a bright blue sky, the cherry trees around the ropeway are now in full bloom. A stroll while admiring the cherry blossoms feels very exciting. Next up, after the Somei-yoshino finish, a rare pale yellow-petaled ukon (Ukon cherry) will begin to bloom. Kanezakura Shrine is famous, so look forward to it! By the way, there is also an Ukon cherry at the corner of the Wine Kingdom parking lot, but it is still in bud. Why not take a cherry-blossom walk in Shosenkyo Gorge?

Hello everyone, this is the Shosenkyo Tourism Association. The mitsuba azaleas along the promenade are blooming in vivid colors. Listen to the sound of the mountain stream and refresh your body and mind as you admire the cute pink mitsuba azaleas. We also spotted buds that are about to open, so you can enjoy them for a while.

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

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

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

Hello😃 This is Yamanashi Wine Kingdom Senga Falls Store. As April arrives, the weather has felt like winter at times, with cold and rainy days continuing. It looks like the weekend will bring back more spring-like weather, so that’s a relief☺️ While a fine day is nicer for a walk, there are some unusual sights you can only see when it rains☔️ For example, rainwater streaming from a crack in the rock directly opposite Senga Falls can look like a small waterfall👀 You might think, “I came all the way to Shosenkyo and it’s raining,” but rain can reveal scenes and little discoveries you wouldn’t see otherwise. We hope you enjoy the many faces of Shosenkyo😊 We also have a recommended rosé that pairs beautifully with the spring season and its colors. Why not try Japan Wine Sakura, with petals of gold leaf drifting in the glass, or an aromatic Merlot rosé? As it becomes easier to stroll around, please come visit Shosenkyo and enjoy your time here😄

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

Hello! This is En'emon Folklore Museum. Just when we thought it had warmed up, snow fell on Wednesday and winter suddenly came back! Still, the weeping plum at the shop burst into cheerful bloom! Attracted by the plum scent, the little birds are happily singing. Aquamarine, the birthstone for March, is a stone that gently soothes the heart. Would you like to come and feel gently healed by the warm spring breeze and the plum fragrance? Our whole staff is preparing a relaxing welcome and waiting for you♪

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