It is watched over by the majestic mountains of Yatsugatake in the west and Mt. Morai in the east.
This Town where you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons, you can feel the rich Healing of the Visitors.
In Sakuho Town, Nagano Prefecture, you can spend a luxurious time surrounded by nature, such as the Shirakoma Pond, which is located in a virgin forest with beautiful moss spreading at the foot of the mountain, the Yachiho Highland Nature Park, and the Shirakaba Grove, which is considered to be the most beautiful in Japan.
In the future, COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will introduce Tourist Information full of the charm of Sakuho Town in Nagano Prefecture, so please look forward to it!
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Hello to all COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! This is the Nagano Prefecture Sakuho Town Tourism Association.
Sakuho Town in Nagano Prefecture is located on the east side of Nagano Prefecture in the middle of Japan, across the Chikuma River and is shaped like spreading its wings to the left and right.
We will introduce many attractions such as recommended information and sightseeing spots of Sakuho Town in Nagano Prefecture, so please enjoy it.
– – – Recommended Sightseeing spots in Sakuho Town, Nagano Prefecture – –
◆ Shirakoma Pond
In the vast primeval forest of Kita Yatsugatake, a mysterious lake full of fresh water.
It is the largest natural lake in Japan with an elevation of more than 2,100 meters.
The trail to the lake is surrounded by a primeval forest of hemlocks, spruces, and birches that are hundreds of years old, and the ground is covered with moss that looks like a green carpet.
You can easily see the changing seasons woven by alpine plants and nature, and it is also famous as a gateway to climbing and trekking of Hidemine Yatsugatake.
◆ Moss forest
A "moss forest" with 519 types of moss
Japan was selected by the Bryophytes Society as a "Japan Precious Moss Forest".
When you step into the forest, you will be fascinated by the blue moss that spreads all over the place.
The area around Shirakoma Pond is named after 10 forests. Each forest has its own characteristics, and the type of moss There are also different.
Please visit the mysterious Kita Yatsugatake "Moss Forest".
◆Cluster of trees
The Yachiho Highlands, located northeast of the birch cluster of trees, which is considered to be the most beautiful in No.1 in Japan, is a plateau formed by volcanic activity. As many as 500,000 birches grow in clusters on a vast land of about 200 hectares.
It is a light forest, with vertical rows of white trees with slightly bright green foliage, and the sound of the wind is pleasant.
Famous as a Cluster of trees of Mountain azaleas, Mitsuba azaleas, Renge azaleas, and Doudan azaleas, it is a rich white forest with a very beautiful contrast with birches.
◆Yachiho Highland Nature Park
In the vast park, a grove of Nature forests rich in variety such as birch, larch, and mizunara, a clear Mountain stream, two waterfalls, and a wide variety of wildflowers change their appearance with the seasons and gently welcome those who visit.
There are three walking courses of different lengths, and it is also attractive that you can enjoy an exhilarating walk while listening to the singing of wild birds.
◆Yachiho Highlands Flower Garden
A flower arboretum at 1,600m Elevation. While walking on the Highlands, you can observe the native birch forest, clumps of grass, and wildflowers up close.
There are Mountain streams, ponds, and waterfalls along the walking path, and you can enjoy the scenery of clear water and plants, as well as wild birds that come in search of water.
◆ Komadeike Campground
A campsite with a good location surrounded by birch forests, which are said to be the most beautiful in No.1 in Japan.
Komade Pond, the symbol of the Komadeike Campground, is a masterpiece with the blue sky and trees reflecting like a mirror on a clear day.
◆◆Tourist Information of Sakuho Town, Nagano Prefecture◆◆
Sakuho Town in Nagano Prefecture is an attractive sightseeing spot where the beautiful Nature and traditions of Shinshu are alive.
In COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will introduce Tourist Information full of the charm of Sakuho Town in Nagano Prefecture, so thank you!
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[2025 Shinshu / Sakuho Town Tourism Photo Contest Held in! ] 】
Held in the "2025 Shinshu Sakuho Town Tourism Photo Contest" again this year! 🌳
Use photos for tourist posters, pamphlets, etc.
The application period is 2025 (Reiwa 7) April 1 (Tue) ~ 2025 (Reiwa 7) August 31 (Sun).
We look forward to receiving your application!
For details and application forms, please see the Sakuho Town Tourism Association Official website or the second image.
It is also located at the Roadside Station Yachiho Highlands Visitor Center, so please ✨ feel free to stop by
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🚴 ♂️ Tour de Yatsugatake 2025🚴 ♂️
Thank you very much for your many entry There is a 🙇🏻 ♀️
The entry deadline for the Tour de Yatsugatake is tomorrow 16th ❗️
We are still recruiting, so if you have not entered, please 🚴 ♂️💨 hurry
The secretariat is located at the Roadside Station Yachiho Highlands.
* Entries are being accepted with the second QR code!
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🌼🆕 Nagano Prefecture Sakuho Town Pamphlet 🌼
Hello 🌟 everyone
This is the Nagano Prefecture Sakuho Town Tourism Association.
The pamphlet of Sakuho Town, Nagano Prefecture has been renewed! 😸👏🏻👏🏻
From today, it is placed in the Sakuho Town Zone of Nagano Prefecture at the Roadside Station Yachiho Highlands Visitor Center, so please 🌼💫✨ feel free to take it
In addition to Sakuho Town in Nagano Prefecture, we also handle pamphlets for Minamimaki Village, Kitaaiki Village, Minamiaigi Village, Koumi Town, and Kawakami Village.
Please feel free to stop by ✨
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[Notice of start of reservation for Komadeike campsite]
Spring is almost here 🌸, although the cold days are still going on
Today, reservations for "Komadeike Campground", a campsite in Sakuho Town, have 👏🏻 started
First of all, reservations are made until the end of May, and it is 🌳🌳 a wonderful time for highlands plants such as azaleas, birches and fresh greenery of larch
Information for the 2025 season is Open to the public on the Komadeike Campground Home page! Please take a look 🎶
🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️🌸🏕️
[Start of reservation]
March 5, 10:00 a.m.
(Use reservation until May 31)
*Please note that reservations will not be accepted by Phone until April 18.
[Business period]
April 18 – November 24
* There are also plans with short business days such as cottages and bungalows.
Business days: Friday, April 18, 2025 - Monday, November 24, 2025
* Check-out only on the last day
Cottages and bungalows: from 21 April to 10 November
Showers (Green Tree Auto Sanitary Building): 18 April to 3 November
* The central shower building will be open until the last day.
Reservation start date
Reservations are available from 10:00 a.m. on March 5 to May 31
Reservations from 10:00 a.m. on April 5 to June 30
Reservations are available from 10:00 a.m. on May 5 to July 31
Reservations are made from 10:00 a.m. on June 5 to August 31
Reservations are available from 10:00 a.m. on July 5 to September 30
Reservations are available from 10:00 a.m. on August 5 to October 31
Reservations from 10:00 a.m. on September 5 to November 23
Please refrain from making tentative reservations. We will confirm if you are booking for 2 consecutive weeks or for 5 nights or more. Please note that if it is judged to be malicious, we may forcibly cancel it.
⚠︎Major changes for ⚠the 2025 season︎
☑️Implementation of Komadeike Kayaking Events on Saturdays and Sundays from July to September
* Held in regular Events that were popular at last year's KOMATSURI. Events where you can slowly go around Komade Pond, where all activities are usually prohibited.
☑️ Exclusive plan for reception on the day of solo camping is now available
☑️ Introduction of two-Room tents to rental tents
* Snowpeak's Elfield will be available in limited quantities. Try the now-commonplace two-Room tent at an affordable price.
☑️ Maintenance of a path where you can walk around Komade Pond (planned)
☑️ Started [excursion service until you return] that can be used at Yachi Cafe in the Roadside Station Yachiho Highlands
* One driver will receive Yatsugatake Original Blend Yachi Coffee at half price. Please drive safely while drinking delicious coffee before riding on the highway on the way home.
Other, minor changes
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【The 5th Sakuho Town Flower Arrangement Exhibition】
A flower arrangement exhibition will be held in 🌷🌷 at the Oku Village Togyu Memorial Museum from tomorrow 22nd (Sat) ~ 24th (Mon)
The participating schools are Hiroyama-ryu, Kodo-ryu, Koryu Matsufujikai, Sogetsu-ryu, and Ikebo!
Enjoy 🌺🎶 the collaboration between the Taisho romantic building and fresh flowers
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Held in place: Oku Village Togyu Memorial Museum of Art
Address: Sakuho Town, Minamisaku District, Nagano Prefecture 1429-1 Hozumi
Held in period: Saturday, February 22, 2025 ~ Monday, February 24, 2025
Held in Time: 9:30 a.m. ~ 5 p.m.
Museum admission fee: 500 yen (400 yen) for adults, 300 yen (250 yen) for elementary and junior high school students
* Fee for groups of 20 or more people in parentheses * It will be a common admission fee with the flower arrangement exhibition venue.
Access: Hokuriku Shinkansen Sakudaira transfer, 1 minute walk from Yachiho Station on the JR Koumi Line
5 minutes by Car from Yachiho Highlands on the Chubu Transverse Road, 60 minutes by Car from Sudama IC on the Chuo Expressway
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【Tour de Yatsugatake 2025 Volunteer Staff Recruitment】
The "Tour de Yatsugatake" is a historic cycle Events Held in every 6 years and yellowtail in Nagano Prefecture's Sakuho Town! 🚴♀️✨
This reopening requires the help of volunteer staff.
If you like rotating cars, Nature, or Yatsugatake, let's 🎶 get excited together
We look forward to seeing you in Sakuho Town! 😸💫💫
◆ Activity location
Sakuho Town, Minamisaku District, Nagano Prefecture
Volunteer staff will be assigned to each position. The secretariat will contact you in advance.
Example) Car parking lot staff = Gathering at each Car parking lot Chip collection staff = each goal point, etc.
◆ Necessary expenses
free
Lunch and participation souvenirs will be provided.
* Please bear the transportation cost to the site.
◆ Activity days
Sunday, April 13, 2025
◆ Highlights
Resumption of yellowtail in 6 years Events
Impression cycle race
You can feel the Nature of Yatsugatake
◆Subjects
Adults, University Students, Professional Students, Seniors
◎ Application conditions
・ Those who can drive and move the Car by themselves
- Those who can emphasize communication between staff and with participants
◎ Recommended for people like this
・ Those who like rotating cars
・ Those who like Nature
・ Those who like Yatsugatake
It is an outdoor environment with low temperatures with residual snow. Please take measures and preparations such as protection from the cold.
Cross-generational participation is welcome
People of all ages will work together. Many people in their 30s are active in the secretariat.
– – volunteer–
・ Start staff: Reception on the day, player guidance, etc.
・ Goal staff (half goal and full goal points): Measurement chip collection, player guidance, etc.
・ Water supply station staff: Water supply point correspondence
・ Car parking staff: Checking Car at the entrance, monitoring during the Held in of the tournament
・ Detention staff for abstentions: Assistance to accommodate abstainers and cars * Limited to those who are skilled in handling rotating cars
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Please scan the third QR code on the application form.
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🌳🚲 Tour de Yatsugatake resumes 🚲🌳
After five years of warming, the Tour de Yatsugatake ✨ is making a new start this year
We look forward to your participation! 🚴♂️☀️
◇◇Points◇◇
☑️ Elevation difference 1,087m
Hill Climb Elevation Difference of 1,087m Cycle Race Across Seasons!
☑️ Snow Viewing Cycle
Limited opening of sections that are closed in winter! Scenic race through birch groves and residual snow
☑️ Birch forest
You can enjoy the stunning beauty of the scenery by riding while looking at the birch, which is said to be the most beautiful in No.1 in Japan
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《Schedule》
Sunday, April 13, 2025
《Held in》
Sakuho Town, Minamisaku District, Nagano Prefecture
Yachiho Highlands
- Route 299 -
《Competition Events》
Hill Climb Bicycle Race
《Course Outline》
【Full Course】
Dream Forest (Elevation 1,040m) - Mugikusa Pass (Elevation 2,127m)
Distance: 20.8km
Elevation difference: 1,087m
【Half Course】
Yumenomori (Elevation 1,040m) - Yachiho Highlands Ski Resort (Elevation 1,625m)
Distance: 11.4km
Elevation difference: 585m
《Reception》
・ Reception the day before (4/12)
Location: Roadside Station Yachiho Highlands Outdoor Exchange Plaza (planned)
* Those who register the day before will receive a 1,000 yen discount.
・Same-day reception (4/13)
Location: Dream Forest: Starting point headquarters (tentative)
* After reception, we will guide you to the location of the Car parking lot.
《Eligibility》
○ Those who have the running ability to complete each course.
○ Participation under the age of 18 requires the consent of a parent or guardian.
○ Those who can comply with the tournament rules, traffic rules, and manners.
○ Those who have accepted the contents of the tournament rules.
《Capacity》
700
* There is no quota for each category.
《Application》
Application period: December 21, 2024 - March 16, 2025
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Hello to all COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! This is the Nagano Prefecture Sakuho Town Tourism Association.
Sakuho Town in Nagano Prefecture is located on the east side of Nagano Prefecture in the middle of Japan, across the Chikuma River and is shaped like spreading its wings to the left and right.
We will introduce many attractions such as recommended information and sightseeing spots of Sakuho Town in Nagano Prefecture, so please enjoy it.
– – – Recommended Sightseeing spots in Sakuho Town, Nagano Prefecture – –
◆ Shirakoma Pond
In the vast primeval forest of Kita Yatsugatake, a mysterious lake full of fresh water.
It is the largest natural lake in Japan with an elevation of more than 2,100 meters.
The trail to the lake is surrounded by a primeval forest of hemlocks, spruces, and birches that are hundreds of years old, and the ground is covered with moss that looks like a green carpet.
You can easily see the changing seasons woven by alpine plants and nature, and it is also famous as a gateway to climbing and trekking of Hidemine Yatsugatake.
◆ Moss forest
A "moss forest" with 519 types of moss
Japan was selected by the Bryophytes Society as a "Japan Precious Moss Forest".
When you step into the forest, you will be fascinated by the blue moss that spreads all over the place.
The area around Shirakoma Pond is named after 10 forests. Each forest has its own characteristics, and the type of moss There are also different.
Please visit the mysterious Kita Yatsugatake "Moss Forest".
◆Cluster of trees
The Yachiho Highlands, located northeast of the birch cluster of trees, which is considered to be the most beautiful in No.1 in Japan, is a plateau formed by volcanic activity. As many as 500,000 birches grow in clusters on a vast land of about 200 hectares.
It is a light forest, with vertical rows of white trees with slightly bright green foliage, and the sound of the wind is pleasant.
Famous as a Cluster of trees of Mountain azaleas, Mitsuba azaleas, Renge azaleas, and Doudan azaleas, it is a rich white forest with a very beautiful contrast with birches.
◆Yachiho Highland Nature Park
In the vast park, a grove of Nature forests rich in variety such as birch, larch, and mizunara, a clear Mountain stream, two waterfalls, and a wide variety of wildflowers change their appearance with the seasons and gently welcome those who visit.
There are three walking courses of different lengths, and it is also attractive that you can enjoy an exhilarating walk while listening to the singing of wild birds.
◆Yachiho Highlands Flower Garden
A flower arboretum at 1,600m Elevation. While walking on the Highlands, you can observe the native birch forest, clumps of grass, and wildflowers up close.
There are Mountain streams, ponds, and waterfalls along the walking path, and you can enjoy the scenery of clear water and plants, as well as wild birds that come in search of water.
◆ Komadeike Campground
A campsite with a good location surrounded by birch forests, which are said to be the most beautiful in No.1 in Japan.
Komade Pond, the symbol of the Komadeike Campground, is a masterpiece with the blue sky and trees reflecting like a mirror on a clear day.
◆◆Tourist Information of Sakuho Town, Nagano Prefecture◆◆
Sakuho Town in Nagano Prefecture is an attractive sightseeing spot where the beautiful Nature and traditions of Shinshu are alive.
In COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will introduce Tourist Information full of the charm of Sakuho Town in Nagano Prefecture, so thank you!
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