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!