This is the Minami-Alps City Tourism Association.
We will share lots of appealing information about Minami-Alps City, Yamanashi Prefecture, through Cool Japan Video.

◇What is Minami-Alps City, Yamanashi Prefecture?◇
Minami-Alps City covers about 5.9 percent of Yamanashi Prefecture and has a population of around 70,000.
Located in the western part of Yamanashi, the city sits embraced by the majestic Southern Alps.

In 2003, six towns and villages—Hatta Village, Shiranecho, Ashiyasu Village, Wakakusa-cho, Kushigata Town, and Kosei Town—merged to form Minami-Alps City.
In 2014, the entire city was designated the Minami-Alps UNESCO Eco Park.

The Southern Alps surrounding Minami-Alps City span Nagano, Yamanashi, and Shizuoka prefectures and form Japan’s largest mountain range.
It includes 3,000-meter peaks loved by climbers, such as MtKitadake, Senjogetake, Houou Sanzan, and Kai-komagatake.

◇Tourist attractions in Minami-Alps City◇
・Ecopa Inagako
Located on the slopes of MtKushigata, Ecopa Inagako offers nature classes, the Forest Science Museum, camping and BBQ facilities, and other hands-on experiences.
It is a popular spot for families to enjoy time in nature.

・Yukyari no Sato Juen
Yukyari no Sato Juen is a multi-purpose facility that features 100% natural hot spring baths, accommodations, barbecue areas, and tennis courts.
It also serves as a base for mountain climbing.

・Roadside Station Shirane Farm Products Direct Sales Market
Renovated in April 2023, the spacious market offers a relaxed shopping experience.
Visitors can buy fresh local fruits, vegetables, and specialty products, making it a popular destination for people from inside and outside the prefecture.

・Yashagami Pass
This pass at the southern end of the Houou Sanzan offers sweeping views of the Southern Alps.
You can reach the pass in about an hour, making it suitable for family hikes.

◇Local specialties and gourmet foods of Minami-Alps City◇
Minami-Alps City is known for abundant fruit production, including cherries, plums, peaches, grapes, persimmons, kiwifruit, and Shine Muscat grapes.
When these fruits are in season, you can enjoy fruit picking at orchards across the city.
Cherry picking and Shine Muscat harvest experiences are especially popular with families and couples.
These fruits are also popular choices for hometown tax return gifts.

◇Rich nature and hot springs in Minami-Alps City◇
The city offers seasonal natural beauty and plentiful hot spring resources.
You will find many hot spring facilities, from day-use baths to hotels and ryokan, catering to a wide range of needs.
Please take time to refresh your body and mind in the hot springs.

Minami-Alps City, Yamanashi Prefecture, is filled with rich nature and delicious local products that create lasting memories for visitors.
We look forward to welcoming you to Minami-Alps City.

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