Shobara City is dotted with nature scenic spots such as the state-run Bihoku Hills Park, Teishaku Gorge, and Lake Shinryu, where you can enjoy Hiking, boating, and cherry blossom viewing.
Specialty products such as Hiba beef, Shobara Rice, and Kuromoji tea are also abundant, so you can enjoy the Local Flavors.
In Spring, the Cherry Blossom Festival is Held in in Ueno Park, which is crowded with many tourists.
Shobara City is an area where Nature and life are in harmony, and everyone who comes can feel peace and healing.
In a spacious Nature environment, you Enjoy time to relax and feel the four seasons.
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Choose from 1,724 Municipality nationwide! Ranked 😍 23rd in the TOP 100 of the "Summer Resort Ranking"
Implementation by the travel app "NEWT", Shobara City and Jinsekikogen Town in Hiroshima Prefecture ranked 23rd out of 1,724 municipalities nationwide.
【Survey Summary】
Survey conducted by "NEWT" (https://newt.net/),... a tour and Hotel reservation app for overseas and domestic travel
Article URL: https://newt.net/jpn/nagano/mag-608849428...
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At the "National Bihoku Hillside Park" of Hiroshima Prefecture Shobara City, we will Held in "Making Ume Plum Mogi and Ume Plum Juice" from June 18 (Water) ~ June 20 (Fri), 2025.
【Contents】
This is a program where children learn about the food culture of rural woodlands through the experience of making Ume Plum Mogi and Ume Plum Juice.
[Schedule]
◯ Ume plum mogi (in front of the assembly hall: about 20 minutes)
・ Let's all pluck the fruit (Ume plum fruit) that has become a Plum tree!
◯ Making Ume Plum Juice (Yakimono Workshop: about 40 minutes)
・ Let's get rid of the stem!
・Let's sterilize with hot water!
・ Let's cool down with a fan!
・Let's pickle it with sugar!
* If you take the pickled "Ume Plum Juice" home, store it in a cool place, and pickle it, you will be able to drink it in about 1~2 months.
・ Tasting the finished Ume plum juice!
* Since it takes a period of time from soaking to drinking, the Ume Plum juice to be Tasting this time is
It was pickled last year.
【Place】National Bihoku Hillside Park Hiba-no-sato Sanshuden-mae and Satoyama-yashiki
【Address】4-10 Mikkaichi Town, Shobara City
【Contact】National Bihoku Hillside Park TEL 0824-72-7000
Click here for detailed Events Information ▽
https://www.shobara-info.com/event/5105...
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Shobara City in Hiroshima Prefecture consists of seven towns. This time, following on from yesterday's posts, we will introduce 3 of the 7 towns! ✨
【Tojo Town】
・ Full of Specialties and Famous landmarks! A town with a retro appearance that moves your heart
(Photos 1~4)
Blessed with a retro townscape and nature that makes you feel nostalgic, Tojo Town. At Teishaku Gorge, you can enjoy the beauty of Nature created over a long period of time, such as the natural bridge Yubashi, Limestone caves, and clear streams. The center of Tojo Town has long been a thriving tatara iron making, brewing industry such as sake and vinegar, and the manufacture of limestone products, and there are Famous confectionery such as "Takeya Manju" and "Obashi"! It is a good old traditional town.
【Saijo Town】
・Full of romance! A town with many anecdotes
(Photos 5~8)
Saijo Town spreads from Shobara City along the Geibi Line. Saijo Town is an area where there are many legends of Traditional Japanese straw raincoat described in the Kojiki, UMA hibagon, and power spots, and National Route 314 is called "Hiba Izanami Highway". On the other hand, you can enjoy the idyllic scenery of the Geibi Line Car with its cute single track, the rich countryside, and the Kumano Tunnel, which is known only to those in the know.
【Hiwa Town】
・Terraced rice fields talk about the four seasons! A town blessed with crops
(Photos 9~12)
Hiwa Town is rich in delicious rice, natural ayu, Yamame, apples, Soba and other agricultural crops. In early summer, fireflies fly around, the starry sky is so starry that you can see the Milky Way, and you can feel the scenery of the Four Seasons from the rice terraces. Trekking on Mt. Azuma leading to the Mt. Hiba Imperial Mausoleum, the endangered species of Higotai is also observed, and you will be healed by the quaint townscape.
Shobara City Tourist Information Site "Shobara Tourist Navi" is here ▽
https://www.shobara-info.com//
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Shobara City in Hiroshima Prefecture consists of seven towns. This time, we will introduce 4 of the 7 towns! ✨
【Shobara area】
・ Full of smiles for family gatherings! Shobara City
(Photos 1~4)
It is a town bustling with Gourmet food, long-established stores, Direct sales, and Events.
The only National Bihoku Hillside Park in the Chugoku region where you can enjoy colorful flowers throughout the four seasons, from tulips in Spring to winter blooming botan, is a park in the Shobara area that can be enjoyed by families of three generations under the theme of "hometown and play". In addition, the cherry blossoms in Ueno Park were selected as a "100 best cherry blossom viewing spots" by the Japan Sakura Association.
Use the Geibi Line or highway transit bus to arrive at Bingo Shobara Station. The scenery of the Four Seasons fascinates the Visitors.
【Soryo Town】
・ Konjac and yokan! A traditional town that conveys the charm of rural woodlands
(Photos 5~8)
The flower "Setsubun grass" that heralds the arrival of Spring. More than 40 natural habitats (more than 20 colonies) have been confirmed in Soryo Town, which is One of the best in Japan. In the area surrounded by Clear water and abundant nature, where snowmelt streams stream in spring, Gastronomical delicacies unique to this area are popular, such as the long-established taste "Taga Yokan" that has been around since the Meiji era, and the "Soryo Konjac" which is a hand-cooked konjac made with raw potatoes. There are many activities to refine the charm of rural woodlands and enliven the central Mountainous Area, such as associations that take advantage of depopulation and initiatives for rural woodlands capitalism.
【Kuchiwa Town】
・ Speaking of mouth, Mo Mo! A town where Wagyu beef culture flourished
(Photos 9~12)
Kuchiwa Town is located in the northern part of Hiroshima Prefecture, almost in the middle of the Chugoku Mountains. There are many Spot where you can feel the history, such as the famous peak "Mt. Hakkokumi" with a beautiful rice ball-shaped shape, and the mountain of faith "Mt. Bumine" that enshrines tengu, as well as many Clear streams such as rare fireflies, and in the summer, you will be soothed by the murmur of the river and fireflies. Specialties and specialties such as cheese and ice cream made from Hiba beef and raw milk served at the G7 Hiroshima Summit are also manufactured here! Also, from April ~ October, you can enjoy "Shobara rural woodlands Rafting" at Sweetfish no Sato Park, and after playing many, relax in the hot spring of Sweetfish no Sato Park Takase.
【Koya Town】
・A town on a Highlands where apples grow! Heavy snowfall area with a panoramic view of the snowy landscape
(Photos 13~16)
Koya Town is located in the northernmost part of Hiroshima Prefecture. It is an area with a high Elevation, clean Water and air, and a large temperature difference blessed with mountain Nature. Apples are a specialty, and you can see apple orchards all over the town. Use campsites that make use of abundant nature, Hiroshima Prefecture natural monuments such as cherry blossoms and giant ginkgo trees, and many scenic spots and historical sites.
Shobara City Tourist Information Site "Shobara Tourism Navi" HP is here ▽
https://www.shobara-info.com//
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Roadside Station Takano, a popular roadside station in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, will celebrate its 12th anniversary on April 12, 2025, and we have been able to enter our 13th year! ✨✨
To express our gratitude to everyone, we will Held in the "Roadside Station Takano 12th Anniversary Thanksgiving Festival".
【Events Name】Roadside Station Takano's 12th Anniversary Thanksgiving Festival
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025 and Sunday, June 8, 2025 9:00~17:00
【Place】Roadside Station Takano
【Address】〒727-0423 Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, Koya-cho, Shimomonda 49
【Contents】
Hibagon and the others are also haunted!
🎪 Sales booth by shipper
🤝 "Roadside Station Collaboration" "Roadside Station Gourmet Booth"
🚔 "A large gathering of working cars!" Boarding experience & shooting!
🪪Let's make a JAF child safety license!
🍎 Unveiling of "2-day only" Sweets and new products!
🏕 Onidani Auto Camp "Wood chopping & bonfire experience"
🩸 Meiji Yasuda Life "Health Check Corner" (6/7 only)
⚠️ Cafe Restaurant Sorara "Eat-in Space"
【Vacation restaurant will be closed for 2 days】
And! With our daily gratitude to all of you... 🤖🤡🤹♀️
◾️ For those who ◾️ purchase 2,500 yen or more at the Direct sales
You will receive a "Garapon lottery ticket" to win a wonderful ○〇!
* Distribution will end as soon as the Premiums are gone *
Fun for more information as we keep you updated!
Please come and visit us!
Production and staff are looking forward to seeing you 💁 ♀️
* Depending on the weather and conditions,
The contents are subject to change or cancellation.
Thank you for your understanding.
Click here for Events Information▽
https://www.shobara-info.com/event/5062...
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【Notice from Hiroshima Prefecture Shobara Tourism Promotion Organization (Shobara DMO)】
Good morning 🌞, today we received ✨✨✨ an official badge on this Account of COOL JAPAN VIDEOS
And thank you to everyone who has been watching.
We will continue to do our best to broadcasting the charm of Shobara City in Hiroshima Prefecture so that you can come to us in an easy-to-understand and fun way!
If you are interested in outing Information in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture,
Please take a look at the Shobara City Tourist Information site "Shobara Tourist Navi"!
Shobara Tourism Promotion Organization (Shobara DMO) is an organization that values community contribution and self-growth!
▷ Development and sales of tourism products and local products that make use of local Minamoto.
▷ Advertising and sales activities to attract tourists and tours
▷ Information services for inquiries about Tourist information.
【Contact】Shobara Tourism Promotion Organization
TEL 0824-75-0173 FAX 0824-75-0172
Shobara DMO official website ▽
https://shobara-dmo.jp//
Shobara Kanko Navi Tourist Information Site ▽
https://www.shobara-info.com//
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Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, here are 7 recommended ways to spend your time. Why don't you face the color of the mountains, the Aroma of the trees, the murmur of the river, the voice of the wind, etc., cherish the time to look at "me" and enjoy the way of spending time in Shobara?
(1) Rural woodlands -Satoyama-
Photo 1: Rural scenery in Mikawa
In Shobara, there are many rural scenery with old-fashioned lifestyles and kominka houses where you can feel the good old taste. Even though it was the first time I came here to see people's lives, I felt a sense of nostalgia.
(2) Healing
2nd photo: Kumano Shrine
When you step into the mysterious Precincts surrounded by many Japanese cedars in the deep forest, you will be greeted by an old Japanese cedar tree that is over 1,000 years old. As you hold your breath as you go, the fatigue of your daily life seems to wash away little by little.
(3) Delicious -Oishii-
3rd photo: Hiba Beef Gourmet
Local food is Local and fresh. This is the wonderful thing about this town. Shobara's brand beef inherited from the oldest vine beef, the tender meat of Hiba beef, crunchy vegetables, and a smile spill out when you put your mouth on it.
(4) Nature and Plants -Botanical-
Photo 4: National Bihoku Hillside Park
The blue sky and the flower fields make you feel as if you have wandered into the world of the story. Fascination by the colors of the flowers makes me look forward to the next season. Aroma of sweetness and lively conversation.
(5) Experience-Activity-
5th photo: Apple picking
Rip off a beautiful red apple with a bell and GaYellowtail! The deliciousness of fresh apples fills your mouth. While enjoying the different colors and shapes depending on the variety, it seems that you will return to your childhood and pick too much.
(6) Relaxation
Photo 6: Kominka house stay
Gentle mountains, clear air. The light that shines into the inn makes you feel the stream of time slowly, and the warmth created by the wooden houses heals both your mind and body.
(7) Adventure
7th photo: Shobara rural woodlands Rafting
Surrounded by nature, feel the clear air and the stream of the river. Grab your paddle and before you know it, you're rowing crazy. The pleasure of going down the river together with everyone is amazing.
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Held in in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture until Sunday, June 15, 2025!
"Shobara Satoyama Open Garden 2025 Spring"
Shobara Satoyama Open Garden is held annually in Springs and autumn,
From a garden full of ideas to a Authentic Japan Garden,
It is a Events where you can Visiting the site a garden where seasonal Flowers blooms 🌼🌹
For the latest information, be sure to check the Instagram of "Shobara Satoyama Open Garden"! ✅
Click here for Account ▽
🌼 @satoyamaopengarden 🌼
【Events】Shobara Satoyama Open Garden 2025 Spring
【Address】Gardens in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture
【For inquiries, please contact】Rose Flower Conference Secretariat
Shobara Tourism Promotion Organization (Shobara DMO)
TEL 0824-75-0173
FAX 0824-75-0172
【Open Garden Precautions】
If the signboard at the entrance of each garden is "CLOSE", please refrain from visiting the site.
Please do not enter private places such as homes and Toilet.
Toilet, please Use the Inside the facility of the open garden Information Center or the public Toilet.
* Use in gardens with Toilet signs.
If you are coming by Car, please Use the designated parking lot Car. Please refrain from parking cars that may disturb the neighborhood.
Visiting the sites with pets are basically not allowed.
* Pets are allowed in gardens with a pet-OK mark. Be sure to keep it on a leash and keep it as short as possible
Appreciation of the open garden is courtesy of the gardener.
Visiting the site manners and be generous in expressing your gratitude.
◎ Latest information on Instagram!
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Today, May 30th, is the day of "Kominka"! 🏘
Shobara City in Hiroshima Prefecture is blessed with Nature and is a town with many kominka houses in Japan. There is also data that ranked third in the country in the survival rate of kominka houses. In order to solve the problem of vacant houses by utilizing the kominka of such Hiroshima Prefecture Shobara City, there is an increasing number of renovation inn that remind us of the original scenery of the rural woodlands that take advantage of the goodness of the Ingredients.
In addition to the three buildings of Setouchi Kominka Stays Hiroshima, "Chojaya", "Furosen", and "Kozako Mori", this time we will introduce a renovation inn with a sense of openness MAX specializing in the outdoors.
Its name is "kusamura".
ImpactIt is the best private tent sauna & private kominka inn in No.1 in Japan. It is an interesting facility full of outdoor elements renovated from a 150-year-old kominka, and one of the recommended points is BBQ. About 15 minutes by car, you can buy Hiba beef, fresh vegetables, and ingredients at Shokusaikan Shobara Yume Sakura, and bring in the ingredients to enjoy together.
The second is a tent Sauna full of private feelings that you can enjoy with your friends. edge
The outdoor air bath on the side is pleasant, and you can enjoy "Toto" like no other.
Third, you can make a bonfire. Squid why don't you sit around the flames and enjoy chatting? The bedroom has 4 single beds, 1 air mattress and 1 hammock. Accommodation facilities such as refrigerators, stoves, and towels are also provided.
What a joy is that pets are OK! Is it Squid to Accommodation with your dog?
Accommodation is not possible for junior high school students and younger, so please be careful when making a reservation.
【Address】2765 Kawakita-cho, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture
【Fee】1 night 16,200 yen~
Reservations can be made through "Airbnb" or "Booking.com"
【Business hours】Check-in 15:00~/Check-out 11:00~
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It's almost June! It's okay to enter the rainy season! ☔ We would like ✨ to inform you of Events Information (this weekend) in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, which will ✊ liven up the early summer
(1) [Events name] Shobara Satoyama Open Garden 2025 Spring
【Address】All areas of Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture
[Period] ~ Until June 15, 2025 (Sun)
【Time】10:00~12:00/13:00~16:00
【Contact】Secretariat of the Rose Flower Conference
Shobara Tourism Promotion Organization (Shobara DMO)
〒727-0021 4-10 Mikkaichi Town, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture
Satoyama Station Shobara Furari Shobara Furari Inside the Facility
TEL (0824)75-0173 FAX (0824)75-0172
From gardens full of ideas to Authentic Japan Garden, this is a Events where you can Visiting the site a garden with seasonal flowers.
(2) [Events name] Early Summer Flower Story|National Bihoku Hillside Park
【Address】4-10 Mikkaichi Town, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture
Period: Saturday, May 31, 2025 ~ Sunday, July 6, 2025
【Hours】May & June 9:30~17:00, July 9:30~18:00 *Last admission 1 hour before closing
【Closed】Every Monday
【Fee】●Admission fee: Adults 450 yen, Children (junior high school students and younger) free, Silver (65 years old and over) 210 yen
●Car Fee: Normal / Light 350 yen, Large 1,200 yen, Motorcycle 200 yen
【Inquiry】
National Bihoku Hillside Park TEL 0824-72-7000
Fun this year as well, you can enjoy Events related to "Fireflies" and "Tanabata" along with early summer flowers such as "roses", "lilies", and "hydrangea" from mid-May.
(3) The 2nd Spring Garden Markets
【Address】821-4 Takamachi, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture
Date & Time: Saturday, May 31, 2025 10:00~14:00
【Fee】Free admission *Held rain or shine
【Contact】High Autonomy Promotion Center TEL 0824-72-0935
Stalls for food and merchandise sales, Workshops, and Kids' Corner are also available! Takamachi Garden Lord Joint Stamp Rally Held in!
~Go around the garden and get a wonderful gift~
We will Implementation a Stamp rally jointly with the three residences in Takamachi (Seji Tomasu Residence, Yoshiaki Mikami Residence, and Yoko Mikami Residence) participating in the Shobara Satoyama Open Garden and the High Autonomy Promotion Center. Visiting the site of all the houses in Takamachi and collecting Stamps will win a wonderful gift by lottery. Please join us (we will draw at a later date and we will contact the winners)
➃2025 Azumayama Mountain Opening
【Address】Moriwaki, Hiwa-cho, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture
Date & Time: Sunday, June 1, 2025 10:00~12:00 *Cancelled in case of rain
【Contact】Hiwa Autonomous Promotion Zone TEL 0824-85-2600
Bihoku Chamber of Commerce and Industry Hiwa Branch TEL 0824-85-2330
Shobara City Hiwa Branch Regional Promotion Office TEL 0824-85-3003
It is an annual event to pray for the safety of mountain climbing in summer! Yamame and drinks will be sold, and the first 100 people will be Rice for free, and the first 50 participants will There are a gift of wild rice!
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