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Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture, located in the center of Nagano Prefecture, is an area where you can experience beautiful natural scenery such as Lake Suwa and Kirigamine, as well as a rich history such as Takashima Castle and Suwa Taisha Shrine.

Said to be one of the oldest shrines in Japan, Suwa Taisha Kamisha is visited 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.

Experience the history of Japan in Suwa City, be surrounded by Nature, and spend a blissful time.
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Suwa Tourism Association posted.

Dec. 26, 2024

[Image1]Kami‑Suwa Onsen Winter Stay CampaignBelieve it or not, this is the ninth year! The Kami‑Suwa Onsen W

[Image2]Kami‑Suwa Onsen Winter Stay CampaignBelieve it or not, this is the ninth year! The Kami‑Suwa Onsen W

[Image3]Kami‑Suwa Onsen Winter Stay CampaignBelieve it or not, this is the ninth year! The Kami‑Suwa Onsen W

[Image4]Kami‑Suwa Onsen Winter Stay CampaignBelieve it or not, this is the ninth year! The Kami‑Suwa Onsen W

[Image5]Kami‑Suwa Onsen Winter Stay CampaignBelieve it or not, this is the ninth year! The Kami‑Suwa Onsen W

[Image6]Kami‑Suwa Onsen Winter Stay CampaignBelieve it or not, this is the ninth year! The Kami‑Suwa Onsen W

[Image7]Kami‑Suwa Onsen Winter Stay CampaignBelieve it or not, this is the ninth year! The Kami‑Suwa Onsen W

[Image8]Kami‑Suwa Onsen Winter Stay CampaignBelieve it or not, this is the ninth year! The Kami‑Suwa Onsen W

[Image9]Kami‑Suwa Onsen Winter Stay CampaignBelieve it or not, this is the ninth year! The Kami‑Suwa Onsen W

[Image10]Kami‑Suwa Onsen Winter Stay CampaignBelieve it or not, this is the ninth year! The Kami‑Suwa Onsen W

[Image11]Kami‑Suwa Onsen Winter Stay CampaignBelieve it or not, this is the ninth year! The Kami‑Suwa Onsen W

[Image12]Kami‑Suwa Onsen Winter Stay CampaignBelieve it or not, this is the ninth year! The Kami‑Suwa Onsen W

[Image13]Kami‑Suwa Onsen Winter Stay CampaignBelieve it or not, this is the ninth year! The Kami‑Suwa Onsen W

Kami‑Suwa Onsen Winter Stay Campaign

Believe it or not, this is the ninth year! The Kami‑Suwa Onsen Winter Stay Campaign is back! Twelve ryokan and hotels belonging to the inn association offer carefully selected premium plans at great savings!!!

★ Great deals on stays
1. As a return gift for Furusato Nozei (hometown tax) from Suwa City, accommodation vouchers usable at Kami‑Suwa Onsen ryokan and hotels (from ¥10,000) have been set up, so please make a smart tax donation via your preferred travel site this winter and enjoy the savings.

2. A drive plan from NEXCO Central Japan called Hayatabi bundles a ¥10,000 universal accommodation voucher with roughly 50% off highway tolls. You can apply via the NEXCO Central Japan website.
Product name: Kami‑Suwa Onsen Drive Plan with Universal Accommodation Voucher

★ Guests who stay during the campaign period will be entered into a prize draw
Prize A: Accommodation subsidy voucher worth ¥10,000 usable at Kami‑Suwa Onsen【50 winners】
Delivered as two ¥5,000 vouchers Valid through January 31, 2026 (planned)

Prize B: Admission tickets to the Suwa Lake Fireworks Festival on August 15, 2025【15 pairs, 30 people】
Seating planned in front of the Suwa Lake Geyser Center

We hope this campaign encourages you to favor Kami‑Suwa Onsen! The onsen’s warm feeling after bathing really lasts!!! (A foodie, Kasai, speaking personally...) Refresh yourself in Suwa to shake off the fatigue of 2024 and start 2025 happily and energetically♨

Kasai the Foodie’s Recommended Winter Sightseeing Course
・Taste tour of the five Suwa breweries ⇒ Stay at Kami‑Suwa Onsen ⇒ New Year’s visit to Suwa Taisha ⇒ Suwa region’s midwinter eel tradition

★ Official Kami‑Suwa Onsen Winter Stay Campaign Website

https://kamisuwa-onsen.com...

More details are available there, so please check it out!

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Suwa Tourism Association posted.

Dec. 22, 2024

[Image1]2024.12.03 Maruyasu Tanakaya Main StoreOnce again, Kasai — a self-confessed foodie — was lured by th

[Image2]2024.12.03 Maruyasu Tanakaya Main StoreOnce again, Kasai — a self-confessed foodie — was lured by th

[Image3]2024.12.03 Maruyasu Tanakaya Main StoreOnce again, Kasai — a self-confessed foodie — was lured by th

[Image4]2024.12.03 Maruyasu Tanakaya Main StoreOnce again, Kasai — a self-confessed foodie — was lured by th

[Image5]2024.12.03 Maruyasu Tanakaya Main StoreOnce again, Kasai — a self-confessed foodie — was lured by th

[Image6]2024.12.03 Maruyasu Tanakaya Main StoreOnce again, Kasai — a self-confessed foodie — was lured by th

[Image7]2024.12.03 Maruyasu Tanakaya Main StoreOnce again, Kasai — a self-confessed foodie — was lured by th

[Image8]2024.12.03 Maruyasu Tanakaya Main StoreOnce again, Kasai — a self-confessed foodie — was lured by th

[Image9]2024.12.03 Maruyasu Tanakaya Main StoreOnce again, Kasai — a self-confessed foodie — was lured by th

[Image10]2024.12.03 Maruyasu Tanakaya Main StoreOnce again, Kasai — a self-confessed foodie — was lured by th

2024.12.03 Maruyasu Tanakaya Main Store

Once again, Kasai — a self-confessed foodie — was lured by the sweet aroma and paid a visit to Maruyasu Tanakaya's main store.

Despite his busy schedule, Mr. Tsuchihashi, the company's Managing Director, kindly spoke with us.
The main store sits near Lake Suwa, and they also operate a Kamisuwa Ekimae store near Kami-Suwa Station, giving them two locations in Suwa City. Maruyasu Tanakaya began in 1929 in front of Kami-Suwa Station. This year marks their 95th anniversary, making them a confectionery and cake shop with a proud history.
When you think of Maruyasu Tanakaya, the Cheesecake Entremet, available by mail order, comes to mind! Beauty advisor Chizu Saeki helped bring it wider recognition. The Cheesecake Entremet itself has been a beloved flagship product for 40 years. They offer nationwide shipping, so people across Japan can enjoy it.

Although Maruyasu Tanakaya is strongly associated with Western-style confections, they originally made Japanese sweets. The yokan (sweet bean jelly) preserves recipes from those early days. Because they previously supplied azuki beans and rice, they make yokan from carefully selected azuki beans—please enjoy it as well!
Mr. Tsuchihashi's top recommendation is "Shinano no Kuni" — a butter castella sponge cake studded with chopped chestnuts and coated in a refreshing lemon cream. Named after the prefectural song "Shinano no Kuni," it has been loved for about 50 years. On the side of the wrapping paper you can even see the old provincial name 'Jūshū' (literally 'Ten Provinces'), a reference to the line 'Shinano no kuni wa jūshū ni…' from the prefectural song. I love that packaging so much that I even use the previous design as teaching material (laughs).

Maruyasu Tanakaya offers many sweets and has a seating area. Come and enjoy tea time with friends and savor their treats.

★ Maruyasu Tanakaya Main Store
📍 3-1421-1 Takashima,
Suwa-shi, Nagano Prefecture
☎ 0266-52-0126
◎ Business hours: 10:00 – 19:00
◎ Regular holiday: Closed on Wednesdays
◎ Online shop: https://www.suwa-tanakaya.jp/products/list...
◎ Homepage: https://www.suwa-tanakaya.jp//

They have another branch close to Kami-Suwa Station. They started in 1929, so this year is their 95th anniversary. Many Japanese traditional sweets shops have long histories. On this day, Mr. Tsuchihashi, the Managing Director, talked with me.
Their shop’s famous product is Cheesecake Entremet. It has been loved for 40 years. Numerous media and magazines have spotlighted the Cheesecake Entremet. They operate an online shop and offer nationwide shipping, so please enjoy it at home.

I had pictured Maruyasu Tanakaya making Western-style sweets like the Cheesecake Entremet, but I was mistaken. At the beginning, the shop produced Japanese traditional sweets. The yokan remains as it was back then.
Mr. Tsuchihashi’s recommendation is Shinano no Kuni. It is a butter sponge cake with finely chopped chestnuts inside, finished with lemon cream on the outside. Sounds delicious, right? Absolutely!

They offer many kinds of sweets. If you visit Suwa City, please try them—I’m sure you’ll like them!

★ Maruyasu Tanakaya Main Branch
3-1421-1 Takashima,
Suwa-shi, Nagano Prefecture
☎ 0266-52-0126
◎ Business hours: 10:00 – 19:00
◎ Regular holiday: Closed on Wednesdays
◎ Online shop: https://www.suwa-tanakaya.jp/products/list...
◎ Homepage: https://www.suwa-tanakaya.jp//

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Suwa Tourism Association posted.

Dec. 11, 2024

[Image1]Actually, on December 1st, Kamisuwa Shizune from the “Onsen Musume” project suddenly appeared at the

[Image2]Actually, on December 1st, Kamisuwa Shizune from the “Onsen Musume” project suddenly appeared at the

[Image3]Actually, on December 1st, Kamisuwa Shizune from the “Onsen Musume” project suddenly appeared at the

[Image4]Actually, on December 1st, Kamisuwa Shizune from the “Onsen Musume” project suddenly appeared at the

[Image5]Actually, on December 1st, Kamisuwa Shizune from the “Onsen Musume” project suddenly appeared at the

[Image6]Actually, on December 1st, Kamisuwa Shizune from the “Onsen Musume” project suddenly appeared at the

[Image7]Actually, on December 1st, Kamisuwa Shizune from the “Onsen Musume” project suddenly appeared at the

Actually, on December 1st, Kamisuwa Shizune from the “Onsen Musume” project suddenly appeared at the Suwa City Tourist Information Center inside JR Kami‑Suwa Station!!! Her voice actress is Nanaka Suwa!

◆What Onsen Musume Is
Onsen Musume is a regional revitalization project created to promote the attractions of hot spring towns and tourist spots across Japan to domestic and international audiences through various content such as anime, manga, characters, and voice actors.

Previously, Shimosuwa Watanon lived in Shimosuwa Town, but Kamisuwa had not yet appeared. With yesterday’s appearance in Kamisuwa, the twins—Kamisuwa Shizune (older sister) and Shimosuwa Watanon (younger sister)—finally managed to be together yesterday! Thank you for waiting.

At the information center, we sell one can badge per person (up to two) and acrylic keychains (one per person). Customers who purchase a total of 1,500 yen or more will receive an original sticker!

Please come safely! We look forward to welcoming you from the bottom of our hearts!

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Suwa Tourism Association posted.

Dec. 5, 2024

[Image1]Nov. 27th in 2024Today, the gluttonous Kasai went to a Japanese sweets shop for research again!!! It

[Image2]Nov. 27th in 2024Today, the gluttonous Kasai went to a Japanese sweets shop for research again!!! It

[Image3]Nov. 27th in 2024Today, the gluttonous Kasai went to a Japanese sweets shop for research again!!! It

[Image4]Nov. 27th in 2024Today, the gluttonous Kasai went to a Japanese sweets shop for research again!!! It

[Image5]Nov. 27th in 2024Today, the gluttonous Kasai went to a Japanese sweets shop for research again!!! It

[Image6]Nov. 27th in 2024Today, the gluttonous Kasai went to a Japanese sweets shop for research again!!! It

[Image7]Nov. 27th in 2024Today, the gluttonous Kasai went to a Japanese sweets shop for research again!!! It

[Image8]Nov. 27th in 2024Today, the gluttonous Kasai went to a Japanese sweets shop for research again!!! It

[Image9]Nov. 27th in 2024Today, the gluttonous Kasai went to a Japanese sweets shop for research again!!! It

[Image10]Nov. 27th in 2024Today, the gluttonous Kasai went to a Japanese sweets shop for research again!!! It

[Image11]Nov. 27th in 2024Today, the gluttonous Kasai went to a Japanese sweets shop for research again!!! It

2024.11.27
この日、食いしん坊河西は、またまた和菓子屋さんへリサーチに行きました!!! それは、園月堂本舗福島店です！でも、皆さん、何か写真で気付きませんか？ほら！ほら!!! 園月堂さんに行くので浮かれて、お店の外観撮るの忘れてるんですよ。。。本当に、食い意地が勝ってますよね。。。お恥ずかしいです。。。次回は、確り致します！

園月堂本舗さんの、女将さんの片桐さんにお話を聞きました！創業７８年(昭和２１年)から、園月堂になる前の屋号で始められたようです。最初は、上諏訪駅前にあったそうですよ！４年後に小和田、その８年後に清水の方へ店舗を拡大して行きました。今は、清水店と平成４年に、この福島店をオープンされ市内２店舗で和菓子をご提供頂いています!!!

女将さんのオススメは、復刻した“湖城もなか”と“兜最中”です!!! 最中も４種類程あり、とても沢山の種類がありました。女将さん曰く、「餡子も各和菓子屋さんで、それぞれ違うので自分が好きな餡子を探してみるのも面白いですよ！」と、お教え下さいました!!! 「最近は、外国のお客様が少しずつ増え、洋菓子のクリームより、餡子はカロリーが低いので注目されてきているのかも知れません。」と、仰っておりました！

◎ 園月堂本舗福島店
📍長野県諏訪市中洲福島５３９８-１
☎ 0266-58-1547
◎ 営業時間：9：00 ～ 19：00
◎ 定休日 : 清水店・福島店共、毎週火曜日

◎ 園月堂本舗清水店
📍長野県諏訪市清水１-２-１２
☎ 0266-52-1543
◎ 営業時間：9：00 ～ 19：00

Nov. 27th in 2024
Today I went to Engetsu-dou Hompo which is Japanese traditional sweets (Wagashi) shop in Suwa city! “Wa” means Japan. “Gashi” means sweets. So, Japanese traditional sweets call Wagashi? They have two shops in Suwa, Shimizu-machi area and Fukujima area. I went to Fukujima location. Don’t you notice about pictures??? Did you? I was focus for Wagashi… That’s why I forgot to take a picture about Engetsu-dou’s exterior… That’s big mistake! Horrible!!! I’m so sorry about that. I’m gluttony. Wagashi was right front of me, I lost from Wagashi’s temptation. So, I forgot took the shop’s exterior photo…

Ms. Katagiri (landlady) introduce her shop and Wagashi. They founded in 1946. About 78 years. The shop was front of Kamisuwa station. They started with the different name of the shop. It became Engetsu-dou in 1950. Shimizu-machi branch opened in 1958. Fukujima branch opened in 1992.

I asked her, “what is your recommendation Wagashi?” She told me Kojou Monaka and Kabuto Monaka. Monaka is a Japanese sweet that is bean‐jam‐filled wafers. Also, she said “You can enjoy Wagashi every season, and each shop has original sweetened red bean paste. So, you can enjoy to find your favorite shop. Now, gradually increasing foreign customers. I think they realized Wagashi is less than calories compare to cake.”

★ Engetsu-dou Hompo Fukushima branch
📍Nakasu-Fukushima, 5398-1
Suwa city, Nagano Pref.
☎ 0266-58-1547
◎ Business hours: 9:00 ~ 19:00
◎ Regular holiday: Shimizu and Fukushima stores, every Tuesday

★ Engetsu-dou Hompo Shimizu branch
📍Shimizu 1-2-12
Suwa city, Nagano Pref.
☎ 0266-52-1543
◎ Business hours: 9:00 ~ 19:00

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Tateyama City Tourism Association

Dec. 7, 2024

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Thank you for your support! My name is Kotani from the Tateyama Tourism Association.
Thank you for your 😊 message
For some reason, I couldn't reply, so I'm sorry 💦
Mr. Sonogetsudo, it looks delicious! I love it so much that I definitely want to buy it next time!
There are many wonderful posts and I will learn a lotThank 💦 you for your continued support.

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Suwa Tourism Association posted.

Nov. 28, 2024

[Image1]Have you all been feeling tired lately???It may be a little early, but why not plan an evening with

[Image2]Have you all been feeling tired lately???It may be a little early, but why not plan an evening with

[Image3]Have you all been feeling tired lately???It may be a little early, but why not plan an evening with

[Image4]Have you all been feeling tired lately???It may be a little early, but why not plan an evening with

[Image5]Have you all been feeling tired lately???It may be a little early, but why not plan an evening with

[Image6]Have you all been feeling tired lately???It may be a little early, but why not plan an evening with

[Image7]Have you all been feeling tired lately???It may be a little early, but why not plan an evening with

[Image8]Have you all been feeling tired lately???It may be a little early, but why not plan an evening with

[Image9]Have you all been feeling tired lately???It may be a little early, but why not plan an evening with

[Image10]Have you all been feeling tired lately???It may be a little early, but why not plan an evening with

Have you all been feeling tired lately???

It may be a little early, but why not plan an evening with friends, partners, or family to see a nationally designated Important Cultural Property lit up?

In December, we will illuminate Katakura-kan in Suwa for six days across three weekends (Dec. 7–8, 14–15, and 21–22, 2024)! Katakura-kan is a nationally designated Important Cultural Property and served as a filming location for the famous hot spring film Thermae Ro◯e (title partially obscured in the original).

Wild eel is actually in season right now, and there is a traditional cold 'doyō' period in January (寒の土用), which locals note.

Here’s a suggested plan:
1. Enjoy eel in the Suwa–Okaya area
2. See Katakura-kan illuminated
3. Unwind and refresh from everyday fatigue and stress at Kamisuwa Onsen.
Oh—don’t forget to book your accommodation!

・Period: December 7–8 (Sat–Sun), December 14–15 (Sat–Sun), and December 21–22 (Sat–Sun), 2024.
・Time: 17:00–20:00
* Bathing hours at Katakura-kan end at 20:00. Last admission is at 19:30.

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Suwa Tourism Association posted.

Nov. 19, 2024

[Image1]That day, greedy Kawanishi visited a wagashi shop he had long been curious about!It was Koshido, loc

[Image2]That day, greedy Kawanishi visited a wagashi shop he had long been curious about!It was Koshido, loc

[Image3]That day, greedy Kawanishi visited a wagashi shop he had long been curious about!It was Koshido, loc

[Image4]That day, greedy Kawanishi visited a wagashi shop he had long been curious about!It was Koshido, loc

[Image5]That day, greedy Kawanishi visited a wagashi shop he had long been curious about!It was Koshido, loc

[Image6]That day, greedy Kawanishi visited a wagashi shop he had long been curious about!It was Koshido, loc

[Image7]That day, greedy Kawanishi visited a wagashi shop he had long been curious about!It was Koshido, loc

[Image8]That day, greedy Kawanishi visited a wagashi shop he had long been curious about!It was Koshido, loc

[Image9]That day, greedy Kawanishi visited a wagashi shop he had long been curious about!It was Koshido, loc

[Image10]That day, greedy Kawanishi visited a wagashi shop he had long been curious about!It was Koshido, loc

[Image11]That day, greedy Kawanishi visited a wagashi shop he had long been curious about!It was Koshido, loc

That day, greedy Kawanishi visited a wagashi shop he had long been curious about!
It was Koshido, located in Suehiro, Suwa.
I spoke with President Kurita. To my surprise, this long-established wagashi shop has been in business for 99 years since Taisho 14 (1925). The current president appears to be the third generation. By chance, five days before my visit, a local newspaper ran a story saying students from Suwa Jitsugyo High School had designed the shop’s classic packaging and stickers. Even amid such history, I was charmed by this flexible approach and arranged an appointment.
According to the president, the Suwa Confectioners’ Association once included 60–70 shops, and many were in the city, but now only 17 remain. I want to cherish the wagashi culture left by earlier generations and pass it on. I personally love anko (sweet red bean paste), so I’ve always liked wagashi. That day I learned that wagashi can be enjoyed in every season, and I gained new insights!!! In spring there are sakura-mochi and kashiwa-mochi; for the equinoctial week there are botamochi and ohagi; in autumn there are inoko-mochi and tsutsugayu, and more. I hope to introduce these delicate and delicious wagashi to everyone!

◎ Koshido
📍 Suehiro 12-12-9, Suwa, Nagano Prefecture
☎ 0266-52-0920
◎ Business hours: 9:00 – 18:00
◎ Regular holiday: Closed Wednesdays
◎ Online shop: www.okashi-net.com/mall/koshido/

That day, I went to Koshido, a traditional Japanese confectionery shop in Suwa. Mr. Kurita is the shop’s president and craftsman. The shop has been open for 99 years, and he is the third generation. On November 9th, I saw a newspaper article about the shop: students from Suwa Jitsugyo High School designed stickers for the product.
He told me that long ago there were 60–70 wagashi shops in Suwa city, but now only 17 remain. I feel it’s important to preserve this great tradition for future generations. I didn’t know wagashi could be enjoyed across the four seasons! It’s true. In autumn there are dango, inoko-mochi, and tsutsugayu; in spring there are sakura-mochi and kashiwa-mochi, among others. I still have much to learn about traditional Japanese sweets, and I will continue to write about seasonal wagashi from now on!
◎ KOSHIDO
📍 Suehiro 12-12-9, Suwa, Nagano Prefecture, Japan
◎ Tel: 0266-52-0920
◎ Business hours: 9:00 – 18:00
◎ Regular holiday: Closed on Wednesdays
◎ Online shop: www.okashi-net.com/mall/koshido/

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Suwa Tourism Association posted.

Oct. 31, 2024

[Image1]Shikinzan (紫金山) — Comet ATLAS Did you know that between October 13 and October 26, the comet was vi

[Image2]Shikinzan (紫金山) — Comet ATLAS Did you know that between October 13 and October 26, the comet was vi

[Image3]Shikinzan (紫金山) — Comet ATLAS Did you know that between October 13 and October 26, the comet was vi

[Image4]Shikinzan (紫金山) — Comet ATLAS Did you know that between October 13 and October 26, the comet was vi

[Image5]Shikinzan (紫金山) — Comet ATLAS Did you know that between October 13 and October 26, the comet was vi

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Shikinzan (紫金山) — Comet ATLAS

Did you know that between October 13 and October 26, the comet was visible to the naked eye even in Japan? I, Kawanishi (河西) — a real foodie — was so focused on food that I completely forgot. I'm so sorry. F. N. kindly provided these photos. They are truly lovely🌠 I wish I could take pictures this beautiful! I feel lucky to have been born in a city where scenes like this can be seen. I think it’s a city to be proud of!!!

Does that famous scene from that movie come to mind — the lake and the comet falling? Yes, the film 'Kimi no ◯ wa' (an intentionally obscured reference to 'Your Name'). It's even rumored that this place inspired Lake Itomori, and the site has become a pilgrimage spot for foreign visitors. We received photos of Shikinzan (紫金山) — Comet ATLAS taken from Tateishi Park, so we’re sharing them with you. The comet appears in every picture, so please try to find it!
※ Brightness has been adjusted.

It seems that many skilled photographers gathered at Tateishi Park that day! Some camera lenses cost as much as a small car!!!!! Photography runs deep... My wife scolds me that I hardly use my DSLR, but I will keep working every day to bring you attractive photos of Suwa📷

※ Personally, I use a Nikon D-series (D7100, an older camera but one I love). I would be grateful for any guidance on camera operation, such as how to photograph fireworks or comets...

・Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS

Did you know you could see Tsuchinshan-ATLAS from October 13 to October 26 with the naked eye? A friend kindly shared this photo, taken by F. N. It’s beautiful, moving, and fantastic. I’m so proud of my city and truly happy to have been born in Suwa!!!

Lake and comet—does that famous animated movie come to mind? I know it does: Your Name. She shared these pictures with us, and I want to pass them on. Every photo shows Tsuchinshan-ATLAS, so please try to spot it!!!

That day, so many photographers were at Tateishi Park. One of them told her that a camera lens cost over $6,500!!! Amazing!!! Photography is deeper than it seems. I own a Nikon camera (not very expensive but I love it). I need to study how to take better pictures. I must improve my technique before my wife gets mad at me… I haven’t used my camera recently. I know I need to practice over and over, right?

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Suwa Tourism Association posted.

Oct. 24, 2024

[Image1]October 22, 2024On that day, hungry me—Kawanishi the foodie—braved my appetite (laughs) and visited

[Image2]October 22, 2024On that day, hungry me—Kawanishi the foodie—braved my appetite (laughs) and visited

[Image3]October 22, 2024On that day, hungry me—Kawanishi the foodie—braved my appetite (laughs) and visited

[Image4]October 22, 2024On that day, hungry me—Kawanishi the foodie—braved my appetite (laughs) and visited

[Image5]October 22, 2024On that day, hungry me—Kawanishi the foodie—braved my appetite (laughs) and visited

[Image6]October 22, 2024On that day, hungry me—Kawanishi the foodie—braved my appetite (laughs) and visited

[Image7]October 22, 2024On that day, hungry me—Kawanishi the foodie—braved my appetite (laughs) and visited

[Image8]October 22, 2024On that day, hungry me—Kawanishi the foodie—braved my appetite (laughs) and visited

[Image9]October 22, 2024On that day, hungry me—Kawanishi the foodie—braved my appetite (laughs) and visited

[Image10]October 22, 2024On that day, hungry me—Kawanishi the foodie—braved my appetite (laughs) and visited

October 22, 2024
On that day, hungry me—Kawanishi the foodie—braved my appetite (laughs) and visited several of the city’s autumn leaf spots to take photos and share the much-requested “Suwa autumn foliage report.” The morning was sunny, but by the afternoon, perhaps because of my poor habits, it turned cloudy… please forgive me…
The following are my impressions of each spot. They reflect my personal views, so I appreciate your understanding and acceptance.

1. Takashima Castle and Gokoku Shrine — The ginkgo trees showed no color yet and were still very green. The maples only showed the faintest hint of color.

2. Lake Suwa and the lakeside park — I felt the leaves were just beginning to change, but there’s still a long way to go.

3. Katakura-kan — The ginkgo trees are starting to take on a slightly yellow tint, but it still seems early.

4. Tateishi Park — Here, too, the leaves appear to be just beginning to change.

The 23rd was rainy, but the high reached 23°C. Mornings have been warm; this week’s highs are around 20°C and the lows do not drop below 10°C. It seems the foliage may be later than usual by about a week.

Today, I’m updating you about Suwa City’s recent autumn leaf situation. I received several inquiries, so I visited Suwa’s leaf-viewing spots on October 22. The morning was sunny, but I was unlucky—the afternoon turned cloudy. Please forgive me!
Caution: these are my personal impressions; please understand.
1. Takashima Castle and Gokoku Shrine — The ginkgo trees remain very green; only a few leaves are turning yellow.

2. Lake Suwa and Kohan Park — I estimate about 20–30% of the trees have begun changing to yellow and red.

3. Katakura-kan — I estimate about 20–30% of the ginkgo trees around Katakura-kan are gradually turning yellow.

4. Tateishi Park — Similar to Katakura-kan, maples and cherry trees are shifting to red, about 20–30%.
Yesterday was rainy in Suwa, but the temperature reached 23°C (74°F). It wasn’t cold at all—quite surprising. Normally in Suwa around November, temperatures fall below 15°C (59°F). I think this year’s autumn colors are delayed by more than a week compared with a typical year.

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Oct. 21, 2024

[Image1]Shinyu Onsen L.P. has released “Suwa Taisha Navi,” an app for foreign visitors and domestic tourists

[Image2]Shinyu Onsen L.P. has released “Suwa Taisha Navi,” an app for foreign visitors and domestic tourists

[Image3]Shinyu Onsen L.P. has released “Suwa Taisha Navi,” an app for foreign visitors and domestic tourists

[Image4]Shinyu Onsen L.P. has released “Suwa Taisha Navi,” an app for foreign visitors and domestic tourists

[Image5]Shinyu Onsen L.P. has released “Suwa Taisha Navi,” an app for foreign visitors and domestic tourists

[Image6]Shinyu Onsen L.P. has released “Suwa Taisha Navi,” an app for foreign visitors and domestic tourists

Shinyu Onsen L.P. has released “Suwa Taisha Navi,” an app for foreign visitors and domestic tourists.

This in-shrine interactive app supports English, French, Traditional Chinese, and Japanese, and highlights the attractions of the four shrines of Suwa Taisha. The navigator is Suwahime, Suwa City’s official character, who introduces 84 monuments and buildings across the four shrines.

Download the app and launch it on site to hear the explanations; locations you’ve heard are marked with a folding-fan icon. It makes a great travel memory.

Shinyu Onsen L.P. launched the Suwa Taisha Navi app for foreign visitors and domestic tourists.

The app supports Japanese, Traditional Chinese, French, and English and introduces the four shrines (Honmiya, Maemiya, Harumiya, Akimiya). The navigator is Suwahime, Suwa City’s official character, who explains 84 monuments and buildings across the four shrines.

First, download the app and visit any of the four Suwa Taisha shrines. Enable GPS and go to a spot; Suwahime will begin the explanation. After a spot’s explanation, it is marked with a Japanese folding-fan stamp. It’s a lovely way to remember your trip to Suwa and Suwa Taisha—please give it a try!

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Suwa Tourism Association posted.

Oct. 17, 2024

[Image1]October 5, 2024 Kami‑Suwa Kaido Town Walk and Sake StrollOn that day, a major event took over the to

[Image2]October 5, 2024 Kami‑Suwa Kaido Town Walk and Sake StrollOn that day, a major event took over the to

[Image3]October 5, 2024 Kami‑Suwa Kaido Town Walk and Sake StrollOn that day, a major event took over the to

[Image4]October 5, 2024 Kami‑Suwa Kaido Town Walk and Sake StrollOn that day, a major event took over the to

[Image5]October 5, 2024 Kami‑Suwa Kaido Town Walk and Sake StrollOn that day, a major event took over the to

[Image6]October 5, 2024 Kami‑Suwa Kaido Town Walk and Sake StrollOn that day, a major event took over the to

[Image7]October 5, 2024 Kami‑Suwa Kaido Town Walk and Sake StrollOn that day, a major event took over the to

[Image8]October 5, 2024 Kami‑Suwa Kaido Town Walk and Sake StrollOn that day, a major event took over the to

[Image9]October 5, 2024 Kami‑Suwa Kaido Town Walk and Sake StrollOn that day, a major event took over the to

[Image10]October 5, 2024 Kami‑Suwa Kaido Town Walk and Sake StrollOn that day, a major event took over the to

[Image11]October 5, 2024 Kami‑Suwa Kaido Town Walk and Sake StrollOn that day, a major event took over the to

October 5, 2024 Kami‑Suwa Kaido Town Walk and Sake Stroll

On that day, a major event took over the town of Suwa: the “Kami‑Suwa Kaido Town Walk and Sake Stroll.” Along a one‑kilometer walking radius from JR Kami‑Suwa Station along National Route 20, five of Suwa’s famous breweries stand side by side, and for the event the area from Suwa 2‑chome to the Motomachi traffic lights was turned into a pedestrian zone. The five breweries of Suwa proudly served their signature sakes🍶. This year, a cypress masu (wooden sake box) doubled as a passport, letting visitors enjoy the aroma of hinoki wood while sipping fine sake. The 3,000 tickets sold out by September 30, showing just how popular the event was!!!

Compared with last year, more local restaurants offered snack stalls, and additional stalls were run by neighborhood groups!!!

Although the weather was a little worrying that day, the ticket exchange at 11:00 at Swatchao was lively, and the city began to buzz toward the pedestrian zone start at 12:00. By the official start at 13:00, lines had formed in front of the five breweries as people queued for their preferred labels!!! After opening remarks by Suwa’s mayor and the head of the Chamber of Commerce, the stroll kicked off with Suwa’s customary kiyari work song, and the sake stroll began. The kiyari performers then walked along the kaido, responding to requests and singing until around 17:00🎶 From 14:00, local dance troupes energized the venue. Many guests joined in the dancing, and the sight of everyone enjoying themselves was memorable.
The food stalls drew long queues: yakitori, grilled eel, karaage and sanzokuyaki (mountain warrior‑style fried chicken), chicken wings, game dishes, kushiyaki, candied apples, bento sellers, french fries, yakisoba, and more… The snack stalls were as busy as the sake booths! Good sake paired with delicious local dishes and snacks naturally brought smiles to people’s faces🎶 We met many smiling visitors—thank you very much.

What surprised us most was how little trash there was. From the organizer’s perspective, we picked up litter from JR Kami‑Suwa Station to the far end of the venue just before the event ended, and there seemed to be very little trash on the streets. I believe that resulted from attendees properly sorting and disposing of their waste. As I walked around holding a bag and saying, “If you have any trash, please put it in this bag!” several visitors responded, “Wow, amazing! You even collect trash? Thank you so much.” Those words wiped away my fatigue! I was deeply moved😢

For the next event, our staff will continue striving to ensure guests are satisfied and have a great time, while gaining the understanding and cooperation of local residents so that Suwa’s town can become even more vibrant and lively.

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Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture, located in the center of Nagano Prefecture, is an area where you can experience beautiful natural scenery such as Lake Suwa and Kirigamine, as well as a rich history such as Takashima Castle and Suwa Taisha Shrine.

Said to be one of the oldest shrines in Japan, Suwa Taisha Kamisha is visited 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.

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