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■What is Takayama Village, Nagano Prefecture?

The Takayama Village is located in the northeastern part of Nagano Prefecture, about 20 Kilometers from Nagano City, There is a prefectural capital, about 50 minutes Use Train bus from JR Nagano Station, and about 20 minutes by car from the Suzaka Nagano Higashi Interchange and Obuse Smart Interchange on the Joshinetsu Automobile Expressway, and has a population of about 6,400 people (as of May 2024) Village.
Takayama Village covers an area of about 17.8 kilometers from east to west, about 10.7 kilometers from north to south, and 98.56 square kilometers, and about 85% is occupied by forests and wilderness, and many of the forest areas are designated as Joshinetsu Highlands National Park.
It has an inland climate with a large daily range of temperatures throughout the year, with a maximum temperature exceeding 30 degrees Celsius in summer and an average monthly temperature below freezing in winter, and the annual precipitation is as low as about 1,000 mm.

Shiga Highlands UNESCO Eco Park
The UNESCO Eco Park was launched by UNESCO with the aim of harmonizing the conservation and sustainable use of ecosystems.
　Shiga Highlands UNESCO Eco Park consists of an area spanning five towns/villages in two prefectures: Yamanouchi Town, Takayama Village (Nagano Prefecture), Nakanojo Town, Kusatsu Town, and Tsumagoi Village (Gunma Prefecture), and is located almost in the center of Joshinetsu Highlands National Park.
Elevation region blessed with 2,000-meter-high mountains, majestic Nature, and abundant Hot Spring Minamoto, including the one of the most Hot Spring and snow resorts in Japan, which was the venue for the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics.
　The Shiga Highlands UNESCO Eco Park was registered in 1980 and included part of Takayama Village from the beginning. Later, due to heightened awareness of the Nature environment, we considered expanding the area of the Shiga Highlands UNESCO Eco Park from 2012 to 2013, expanded the "transition area" and "buffer area" in Takayama Village, and decided to make the registered area all villages, which was approved by UNESCO in 2014.

■NPO "The Most Beautiful Village in Japan" Union
The NPO "The Most Beautiful Villages in Japan" Union started in 2005 with seven towns/villages. At that time, the Period of the so-called Great Heisei Merger promoted the merger of Town/Village city, and it was becoming difficult for a small but wonderful local Minamoto and a Village with beautiful scenery to survive Period. Following the example of the "France's Most Beautiful Village" movement, which carefully selects and introduces simple and beautiful villages in France, it is an organization that started a movement that aims to become independent as the most beautiful village while protecting the landscape and culture of Japan's agricultural, mountainous, and fishing villages that can never be regained if lost.
Takayama Village was recognized as a member in 2010 in recognition of three regional Minamoto: the original landscape of a mountain village with ancient weeping cherry blossoms, the nature beauty of the Matsukawa Valleys and the foothills of Mt. Kasatake, and the environmentally-friendly agricultural village landscape.

■ Introduction of recommended Sightseeing spots in Takayama Village, Nagano Prefecture

・8 Hot Spring Shinshu alpine Hot Spring Village
Along the valley line of the Matsukawa River in the Takayama Village, there are eight Hot Spring There are: Okuyamada Hot Spring, Shichimi Hot Spring, Goshiki Hot Spring, Matsukawa Valleys Hot Spring, Yamada Hot Spring, Warabi Onsen, Koyasu Onsen, and YOU Yu Land.
　Since ancient times, it has been loved as a Hot spring resort and Hot Spring Village.
・Thunder Falls(Kaminari Falls)
　Thunder Falls (Kaminari Falls) is a spectacular waterfall with a drop of 30 meters.
　As the name suggests, the Roaring Sound and the Scene of the water streaming down are spectacular, and many tourists Visit it.
　When you walk along the promenade installed behind the waterfall, you can see the waterfall through the water curtain, so it is also known as Urami Waterfall, and you can feel its power up close.
・Yamada Ranch
Yamada Ranch is a sightseeing spot where you can enjoy the Nature of Takayama Village.
The 160-hectare ranch is a great place to interact with cows and other animals, which is especially popular with children.
In winter, you can enjoy winter spots as a ski resort (YAMABOKU Wild Snow Park). The 13-Kilometer Takochi Tour Course is also one of the most popular.
・Kenashi Pass
　Kenashi Pass is a Representative Sightseeing spot in Takayama Village, Nagano Prefecture.
　It is a mountain pass that connects the Kamitakai-gun Takayama Village of Nagano Prefecture and the Azuma County Tsumagoi Village of Gunma Prefecture, and from the pass with a Elevation of 1,823 Meters, you can Unfolds a 360-degree panoramic view and overlook the majestic Nature.
　Especially in the Autumn leaves season in autumn, many tourists visit and are Fascination by its beauty.
　In addition, you can enjoy Hiking and trekking, and it is an irresistible Spot for outdoor lovers.
・Winery
There are six Winery that produce wine using wine grapes produced in the Village.
I will. Among them, at Shinshu Takayama Winery, you can enjoy wine Tasting and Visiting the site.
Wine made from 100% grapes from Takayama Village is characterized by a mellow aroma and deep taste.
It is also a great Souvenir.
・Specialty products of Takayama Village
Apples, grapes, wild vegetables, and Nemagari bamboo (bamboo shoots) There are popular Specialty Products. In addition, the Nature conditions of Takayama Village are said to be close to the wine-producing regions of France "Champagne" and "Burgundy", and the wines made in Takayama Village have been highly evaluated in various wine competitions.

■Introduction of festivals and events in Takayama Village
・Shinshu Takayama Yamazakura Cherry Blossom Festival
The Shinshu Takayama Yamazakura Cherry Blossom Festival is a cherry blossom Festival Held in every Spring.
It is a Events to enjoy the Shidarezakura (weeping cherry blossoms) of Takayama Village Village trees, which are more than 200 years old.
A "Cherry Blossom Trek Tour" and a Stamp Rally are held around the five major cherry blossoms in the Village.
・Shinshu Takayama Festival
The Takayama Village Town hall parking lot, which will be the venue, is illuminated by Bonfire, and dances and Japanese Drum are heard.
At the climax, fireworks light up the night sky of Takayama Village.

■Tourist Information of Takayama Village, Nagano Prefecture
Takayama Village in Nagano Prefecture is an attractive sightseeing spot with rich nature and history.
We will send out Recommendations so that many people can enjoy sightseeing in Takayama Village in Nagano Prefecture, so thank you!