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It's dark outside because of the Ume plum rain, but the gorgeousness of the hydrangeas stands out!
This is a temple called Jokoji Temple in Kamisaijo, Shiojiri City, and is also Famous as Camphor Tree Temple.
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Did you know that Shiojiri is a famous wine brewing area in One of the best in Japan? 】
Japan There are 400~500 Winery companies in Japan, Restrooms available about 80 of them are Restrooms available in Nagano Prefecture.
Shiojiri City is the area with the largest Mr./Ms. Winery in Nagano Prefecture, Winery There are 15 companies.
There are Winery that have been in business for more than 100 years since the Meiji era, and there are new Winery that were founded in Reiwa, Restrooms available each of the 15 companies produces wines with different personalities.
In addition, Thereare in Shiojiri City, wine is also made at the high school, and there is an environment where students can learn about winemaking.
The reason why the wine industry is so thriving is that the temperature difference between day and night is large due to the Elevation of 700M, the long daylight hours, and the soil is gravel and volcanic ash, making it the best environment for cultivation of grapes.
High-quality wines are produced from high-quality grapes grown in this area.
Among the wines made in Shiojiri, Merlot is particularly highly evaluated.
In 1989, it even won a grand gold medal at a prestigious international competition.
At the Shiojiri Winery Festa, which is Held in once a year Japan many visitors from all over the country visit drink all the wine in Shiojiri laughs.
Please try Shiojiri wine.
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[Nakasendo Narai-juku]
Located beneath Torii Pass — one of the Nakasendo’s most notorious difficult stretches — Narai was known as 'Narai Senken' ('a thousand houses of Narai') and was the most prosperous post town among the eleven post towns of Kiso. The townscape has been designated by the national government as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings, and it still strongly retains the atmosphere of the past. The roughly 1‑km stretch of buildings along the Narai River forms the longest post‑town streetscape in Japan. More than a preserved site, Narai‑juku’s charm lies in the fact that people still live there today.
This award‑winning post town was also used as the setting for the 2011 NHK morning drama 'Ohisama'. As a place where visitors can experience Japan's unspoiled beauty, it attracts many people from Japan and abroad every year, who are captivated by this historic post town.
◇Basic Information
・ Parking: Please use the nearest Roadside Station 'Kiso-no-Ohashi' parking lot (free), or the Gonbei Parking Lot (paid).
・Inquiries: Narai-juku Tourist Information Center TEL 0264-34-3160
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[The cityscape of the Edo period continues for 1 km! ] Special Feature on the Charm of Narai Juku]
Introducing Narai Juku, located in the northernmost part of Kisoji!
Narai Juku is a place of great historical value, as it was designated as a national Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings in Showa 53, and Kisoji including Narai Juku was registered as a Japan Heritage Site in 2016 Heisei 28.
Narai juku is a cityscape of the Edo period that stretches for about 1 km. You can enjoy sightseeing just by walking while looking at the cityscape.
Restrooms available show completely different expressions in each season, so no matter how many times you go in one year, you won't get tired of seeing them!
Inside Narai Juku, you can enjoy Nagano Prefecture's specialties such as Soba buckwheat noodles, Gohei Mochi, Oyaki, and Japan sake.
You can also buy local crafts such as Kiso lacquerware and curved objects as Souvenirs!
By the way, the production area of Kiso lacquerware is a place called "Kiso Hirasawa" right next to Narai Juku, and this Kiso Hirasawa is also designated as a national Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings! It's fun to come to Narai juku! !!
There are also shops where you can dress in kimonos and yukatas, so you can dress up and walk through the streets of the Edo period, which is truly a time slip!
In the past, it has been a filming location for Morning Drama and is also popular as a sacred place.
Please come to Narai juku!
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[Recommended Sightseeing spot in Shiojiri! ] Special Feature on the Charm of Takabocchi Highlands]
East of Shiojiri City, between the Suwa area and at an Elevation of 1655M, we will introduce the charm of the Takabocchi Highlands!
Takabocchi Highlands is famous for taking beautiful photos that are said to be "the best shutter point in Japan"!
In addition to being able to overlook Mt. Fuji, the Northern and Southern Alps, Norikura, Mt. Myoko, and the mountains that Representative Japan, your name is. Suwa Lake, the sea of clouds, Renge azalea, and Grazing cows, and if you bring a camera, you will definitely be able to take a good photo!
It is also attractive that it shows a completely different expression depending on the time of day, such as sunset, sunrise, and night!
In particular, only the Takabocchi Highlands can contain the sea of clouds, Suwa Lake, and Mt. Fuji in one piece!
Maintenance of the campsite is also maintained!
Camping with a view of the mountains is one of the best!
If you want to know more about campgrounds and reservations, search for "Takabocchi Highlands Campground"!
It is also recommended that you can hike moderately!
The Promenade around the ranch and to the top is Restrooms available, so you can enjoy a distance that is not painful while breathing the clean air of the Highlands!
Along the way, you may have wonderful encounters with cows and Renge azaleas!
It is also famous as a sacred place for "Yuru Can△" and "Your Name"!
Let's enjoy the same scenery as the characters in the story!
It takes about 30 minutes from Shiojiri IC, so please come and visit us!
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Hello to all COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! This is the Shiojiri Tourism Association.
Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture is a city with a population of about 65,000 located in the center of Nagano Prefecture.
Known for its historic streetscape and abundant Specialty Products, it is loved by many tourists.
Please take a look at the recommended Tourist Information of Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture on COOL JAPAN VIDEOS!
◆What is Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture? ◆
Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture is surrounded by the Northern Alps, the Hotaka Mountain Ranges, Mt. Mt. Takabochi, and the Central Alps, and is surrounded by rural scenery.
Grapes are a specialty, and the wine made from those grapes is famous all over the world.
In addition, at Narai Juku, which was a post town on Nakasendo, the townscape that still retains the appearance of the Edo period welcomes visitors.
◆ Introduction of Sightseeing spot Information in Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture ◆
[History and Culture]
◇Narai juku
Ahead of the Torii shrine gate Pass, a difficult place on the Nakasendo Road, it was the most prosperous post town among the Kiso eleven inns. Even now, it retains the appearance of the Edo period, and the atmosphere of the four seasons is beautiful, and it is full of attractions and gourmet foods that still Fascination people, such as being the stage for movies and dramas.
◇Kiso Hirasawa
Kiso Hirasawa was selected as an "Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings" by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology in 2006 Heisei 18 as a "lacquer town". In addition, at the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics, an Olympic medal made of metal and Kiso lacquerware was adopted.
◇Highways and post towns
Shiojiri City, which is served by several highways, including the Nakasendo Highway connecting Edo and Kyoto, has long been a bustling transportation hub. Let's visit the unique flavor of each post town and the many hidden episodes.
◇Hiraide Ruins
Restrooms available from the Jomon period to the Heian period more than 5,000 years ago, and it is a place where people lived. Many valuable artifacts have been excavated.
◇ Shiojiri Tankakan National Registered Tangible Cultural Property
Documents of poets related to Shiojiri, such as Akahiko Shimaki, are on display. The main house is a nationally registered tangible cultural property.
[Nature]
◇Takabocchi Highlands
Takabocchi Highlands, which belongs to the Yatsugatake Chushin Kogen Quasi-National Park, is a beautiful Highlands with an Elevation of 1,665 Meters.
It is a place where you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons, especially the Renge azalea and Highlands plants in summer and the sea of clouds in autumn.
From the Takabocchi Highlands, you can overlook Mt. Fuji, the Northern Alps, and the Suwa Lake, and the beauty fascinates people who visit it.
◇ Wine & Grapes
It is Restrooms available one of the most wine region in Japan and has a history spanning 130 years. Tour the Winery and enjoy the Gastronomical delicacies that combine the skills and hearts of the makers to your heart's content.
◇ Grapes
Chinese bellflower. It is a special grape that can only be tasted here.
◆Introduction of festivals and events in Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture
◇Shiojiri Winery Festa
This is an event where you can enjoy wine discussions with winemakers from Winery in the city while tasting Shiojiri wine. Visit many wine fans from inside and outside the prefecture.
◇Kiso Lacquerware Festival, Narai Juku Festival
It is a large lacquerware market once a year. Masterpieces and storehouses are lined up in front of the store. The "Tea Pot Dochu" held at Narai Juku is also popular.
◆ Summary of Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture
Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture is an area where you can enjoy rich nature and history.
Heartwarming hospitality and beautiful nature and culture await you.
In COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will send out the best Tourist Information of Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture, so Best regards!
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