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Wanderlog staff Updated • updatedApr 7, 2023
How long is the drive from Shirahama-cho to Matsumoto?
The direct drive from Shirahama-cho to Matsumoto is 314 mi (505 km), and should have a drive time of 6 hrs 11 mins in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Shirahama-cho to Matsumoto, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Nagoya, Ise, Koya-cho, Hokuto, Gifu, Hikone, Kuwana, Toba, and Inuyama, as well as top places to visit like Okazaki SA (Outbound) and Roadside Station "Michi-no-Eki" Mokkulu Shinshiro, or the ever-popular Gamagori Orange Park.
The top cities between Shirahama-cho and Matsumoto are Nagoya, Ise, Koya-cho, Hokuto, Gifu, Hikone, Kuwana, Toba, and Inuyama. Nagoya is the most popular city on the route. It's 4 hours from Shirahama-cho and 3 hours from Matsumoto.
Koya is a Japanese town situated on the plateau of Mt. Koya in Wakayama Prefecture's Ito District. It serves as the main center for the Shingon sect of Buddhism, and has been recognized as such for many years. According to an estimate from October 2016, Koya has around 3,279 inhabitants with a population density of approximately 24 individuals per square kilometer. The town covers an area of about 137.08 square kilometers in total.
16% as popular as Nagoya
11 minutes off the main route, 21% of way to Matsumoto
Ise, a coastal city in central Mie Prefecture on Honshu Island, Japan, boasts the famous Ise Jingu shrine with its two main shrines - Naikū and Gekū. Visitors can explore Oharai Machi and Okage Yokocho alleys, lined with buildings reminiscent of Edo and Meiji periods that now house restaurants and shops. Over 100 smaller shrines can be found throughout the city.
31% as popular as Nagoya
15 minutes off the main route, 38% of way to Matsumoto
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Toba, a coastal city in central Japan, offers a variety of attractions. The Toba Aquarium is home to rare marine creatures like dugongs and giant isopods. Nearby, the ruins of Toba Castle and Mikimoto Pearl Island with its famous ama divers provide historical and cultural experiences. Additionally, Tōshijima Island is known for its delectable seafood while Kami-shima Island boasts scenic trails leading to Shinto shrines and a lighthouse.
9% as popular as Nagoya
32 minutes off the main route, 39% of way to Matsumoto
Hikone is a municipality situated in the Shiga Prefecture of Japan. According to estimates as of August 1st, 2021, it has around 111,958 inhabitants and a population density of approximately 570 individuals per square kilometer with an area covering nearly 196.84 square kilometers. This city comprises almost fifty thousand households and is recognized for its rich culture and history.
8% as popular as Nagoya
14 minutes off the main route, 49% of way to Matsumoto
Situated in Mie Prefecture, Japan, Kuwana is a city with an estimated population of 141,045 individuals dwelling across 60,301 households as recorded on March 31st, 2021. With a population density of approximately 1000 persons per km² and covering an area of 136.68 square kilometres, the city boasts diverse communities living harmoniously within its borders.
11% as popular as Nagoya
5 minutes off the main route, 51% of way to Matsumoto
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Nagoya, the capital of Japan's Aichi Prefecture, is a bustling city known for its manufacturing and shipping industries. The Naka ward is a vibrant area with museums, pachinko parlors, and the Sakae entertainment district featuring attractions like the Sky-Boat Ferris wheel. Visitors can explore Nagoya Castle in northern Naka, which showcases Edo-era artifacts and offers a glimpse into royal history.
Most popular city on this route
2 minutes off the main route, 56% of way to Matsumoto
Gifu is a metropolis located in the heart of Japan. The city boasts Gifu Castle, which stands on top of Mt. Kinka and offers stunning views of the surroundings. A cable car links the castle to Gifu Park situated at the base of the mountain, where visitors can explore Nawa Insect Museum with its vast collection of butterflies and beetles. On Kawaramachi Street, tourists can stroll past traditional wood-latticed craft shops that line up along this famous street.
10% as popular as Nagoya
11 minutes off the main route, 59% of way to Matsumoto
Inuyama, a city in central Japan, is home to the historic Inuyama Castle and the serene Urakuen garden with its ancient Jo-an teahouse. The Museum Meiji-mura showcases well-preserved buildings from the late 19th century Meiji era, while Little World features traditional houses from various countries. During summer, local fishermen demonstrate their skill of using trained cormorants to catch fish on the Kiso River.
12% as popular as Nagoya
8 minutes off the main route, 60% of way to Matsumoto
Hokuto, situated in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, is home to approximately 45,684 people living in 22,091 households as of October 2020. The city covers an expansive area of about 602.48 square kilometers with a population density of around 78 inhabitants per square kilometer.
12% as popular as Nagoya
40 minutes off the main route, 86% of way to Matsumoto
Best stops along Shirahama-cho to Matsumoto drive
The top stops along the way from Shirahama-cho to Matsumoto (with short detours) are Tsumago-juku, Kappabashi Public Toilet (Tips Toilet), and Suwa Taisha Kamisha Honmiya. Other popular stops include Suntory Hakushu Distillery, Narai-juku, and Senjōjiki Cirque.
Gamagori Orange Park is an orchard situated on a hillside, featuring greenhouses and providing the opportunity for visitors to handpick strawberries, melons and oranges. The strawberries are known for their delectable taste which was enjoyed by all visitors. However, due to its popularity, expect long wait times as it can get very crowded. This park is an ideal location to pick fresh oranges as guests are allowed to consume oranges on-site and carry one basket filled with fruit.
Unlimited Orange picking and eating. No toilets at farm. So , you can not eat much.
Parking is free.
Farm is bit far from ticket counter.
Book in advance to avoid waiting.
Cards are accepted. Cash free travel.
Upesh Pokharel — Google review
If you like oranges, those Mandarin oranges, you will surely love this place. This place is our very first visited attraction after touching down in Nagoya.
About slightly over an hour drive from the Chubu Airport, we came here for fruit picking that is oranges that are in season. Admission fee was 1000-1100yen and we could freely eat as many oranges in the park as we want and also fill up a plastic bag of oranges and take home.
We had fruit picked before but first time with oranges. Love the fragrance of the fruits! But be careful when you walk through the farm, there were lots of rotten oranges on the ground with insects around. It will be good if they can provide a pair of scissors to cut the oranges instead of plucking them that may harm the trees and causing wastage due to the falling of the oranges!
The farm was huge with hundreds of orange trees, mostly fruiting and we ate to our heart's content. It was awesome! And the oranges were very juicy and sweet, freshly plucked from the trees!
Afterwhich, we dropped by at the retail store next door to enjoy our free ice cream. It was so creamy and flavourful! And visitors can also pickup a great number of orange related items like orange jam or candies, pastries and other types of food items. And you can also have a meal in the cafeteria on the upper floor where they serve good local dishes too.
It was a fun and interesting activity!
Ed Chung — Google review
Excellent place to enjoy fruits through out the year. Originally known for oranges, they have strawberries, melon, grapes. They have a small restaurant where they serve a grand course lunch. They have quick gifts buy-outs which are quite unique.
Kidambi Narayanan — Google review
From February to beginning of May you can go to this Orange park and pay for a ticket to pluck and eat strawberries for 30mins. Eating ripe strawberries is an experience, it’s feels like the fruit just turn into liquid in your mouth.
If you do not drive, it’s not easy to go to this place from Gamagori station. You need to pay about $1800 yen for a taxi to go from Gamagori station to the Orange park. It takes about 45mins to walk 3.2km from the Gamagori station to the Orange park.
At other times, you can go to the Orange park to pluck oranges.
Kin Hee Teo (ZenTKH) — Google review
Best place to pick the oranges . We can eat all you want and carry one full little basket of oranges with you too.
Poonam Baral — Google review
This was our 2nd time going strawberry picking at this place. The strawberries are always really delicious 😋! Everyone in our group really enjoyed the taste! This place is always really crowded so you will need to wait a long time.
Stay Chan — Google review
Strawberries were so light and tasty and fresh!! They could be sweeter though
Kesavan Sundaralingam — Google review
Disappointed by the concrete building and its old style architecture. Location is not great either with significant road traffic just nearby. Did not go orange or strawberry picking, which seems to be the main tourist attraction on weekends.
Lapin Dubonheur — Google review
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Ogurimi-1-93 Seidacho, Gamagori, Aichi 443-0002, Japan
The toll road rest stop Okazaki SA (Outbound) is a convenient location for tired travelers to take a break and relax after a lengthy journey. Situated along the highway, this rest area offers an ideal resting spot with various amenities. Visitors can find respite at this destination, where they have access to facilities for their pets, including a designated dog run.
Good place to have a rest after long drive
sam ajam — Google review
Every drive in area to rest of being tired of driving don't have the same services unless you go to a Bigger area for resting
Georgina Kawahata — Google review
Very Difficult to find the parking.
Saudeep Bhattarai — Google review
Closed at midnight only open area fot seating
Kaveendra Maduwantha — Google review
Love japanese service area!
Michael Ervin — Google review
Theres a dog run in this SA!
Xiaojun Deng — Google review
The best outbound met until now.
eL ecH — Google review
I loved it for rice and fish
Fahim Mahmud Rony — Google review
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岡崎サービスエリア, Mutsuda-10-4 Miyaishicho, Okazaki, Aichi 444-2109, Japan
Roadside Station "Michi-no-Eki" Mokkulu Shinshiro is a must-visit for travelers in the area, offering useful tourist information, local food and drinks, a food court, and kiosk. The green tea ice cream made with local tea is a highlight, along with the local specialty 'goheimochi.
This shop had many local food, drink, and alcohol. All producsts were low-cost and fresh. The toilet was very clean and wide. Parking were also very convenient. (Nov. 2021)
Taichi Goto — Google review
A must-visit for anyone travelling in this area. They have a lot of really useful tourist information (some in English), local food and drinks, a food court and kiosk. The green tea icecream from the kiosk uses local tea which is awesome, and they also have the local speciality 'goheimochi' which is a miso flavoured charcoal-grilled riceball on a stick.
This place is even good for doing some grocery shopping, it's great to find local ingredients and meat (including game and somewhat unusual meat like bear and rabbit). The bakery is amazing too, the rye bread loaves are great for people picky about bread :)
It's a michinoeki too so the toilets are always open and they're clean. And if you know about michinoeki you know about the options for staying here if you have a camping car.
Alex B — Google review
Good rest stop however the wifi was patchy. If you stay overnight there is a tanoid that starts up at 6am every 5 minutes and is very loud.
Toilets are very clean, no hot drinks vending machine however there is a microwave and hot water available for noodles and food from the vending machines.
Big Smudge — Google review
Large parking space but crowdy a bit. Unique reef made by wooden 😊
Brandy Iron — Google review
Rest stop area with fresh grocery shop of local produce. Had some noodles but was not so good and manager was not so friendly. Also there's a buffet but does not seem worth it.
Ungsok Yang — Google review
Interesting building design. Many vegetables/fruits here.
The ruins of Nagashino Castle, dating back to the Sengoku era, are a popular spot for accessing the nearby river. While descending towards it, visitors are advised to be cautious and also ensure that they close the fence behind them. This is important as it helps prevent wild animals from entering areas where they don't belong. The castle site has significant historical value as it was the location of the famous Battle of Nagashino in 1575.
Historical battle field.
Rangers Huang — Google review
A nice place to access the river. Be careful on the descent. And make sure to close the fence behind you. It's there to prevent wild and crazy animals from mucking around where they shouldn't be.
Chad Ballash — Google review
Go and explore the old castle once
nandeesh ml — Google review
Historical spot but almost nothing is left as it was.
Tak D — Google review
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Ikbal Mutolib — Google review
(Translated by Google) Speaking of Nagashino, it is famous for the battle between Oda Nobunaga and Takeda Katsuyori after Shingen's death, but it seems to be a region closely associated with battles, as it was also the stage of the conflict between the Tokugawa clan and the Takeda clan.
Very few remains of the castle remain, but given its location between two rivers, it makes you wonder if the castle was built with the advantage of the land in mind from the beginning. It seems possible.
There is a museum adjacent to it, where you can also buy 100 famous castle stamps and castle seals.
The Iida Line tracks also run nearby.
(Original)
長篠といえば、織田信長と信玄亡き後の武田勝頼との戦いが有名ですが、徳川氏と武田氏の争いの舞台にもなるなど、合戦とは縁深い地域のようです。
城の遺構自体は残っているものはごくわずかですが、川が分岐して川と川に挟まれた立地だけに、当時から地の利を考えて築城したのだろうか・・・などと思いを馳せることができそうです。
隣接して資料館があり、そちらには百名城スタンプや御城印の販売もあります。
またすぐそばを飯田線の線路も通っています。
魔法少女さくら — Google review
(Translated by Google) The moat and earthworks are well preserved. There is an explanation of the Takeda army's position during the Battle of Nagashino and the location where Torii Goemon was captured. You can imagine the tense situation at the time.
(Original)
堀や土塁が良く残っている。長篠の合戦の際の武田軍の陣地や鳥居強右衛門が捉えられた場所などの説明書きがある。当時の緊迫した状況が想像できる。
kuri kisi — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is a strong fortress built in a place surrounded by a river that even 15,000 soldiers of the Takeda army could not capture. There aren't many ruins left and there aren't many things to see, but if you look at the cliffs on the river side, you can clearly see that the castle was built by making good use of the natural topography.
(Original)
武田軍1万5千の兵でも攻め落とせなかった川に囲まれた場所に造られた堅城です。遺構がそれほど残っていなく見所は少ないですが川側の断崖を見ると自然の地形を上手く利用して造られた城だったのが良く分かります。
ラッキーストライク — Google review
(Translated by Google) I took a walk on December 26, 2023.
It is a natural fort built on a river terrace near the confluence of the Toyo River and the Usure River.
Imagawa, Takeda, and Tokugawa fought for it.
It is said that Motonari Suganuma built the castle in 1508. In 1571, Takeda Shingen began moving west and attacked Nagashino Castle. Driven to the point of falling, the lord of the castle, Masasada Suganuma, surrendered to the Takeda army. In 1573, Takeda Shingen died of illness. As the Takeda army retreated, Masasada Suganuma opened Nagashino Castle to the Tokugawa army. In 1575, Takeda Katsuyori laid siege to Nagashino Castle. The castle lord, Nobumasa Okudaira, barricaded the castle with only 500 soldiers and fought well. At that time, Torii Koemon would become active. You can see the place where Goemon was crucified in the distance on the opposite bank of the river. In addition, a signboard has been erected in front of a private house near the parking lot at the spot where Goemon shouted that reinforcements were coming. Kuruwa, earthworks, dry moats, stone walls, wells, etc. remain. The castle gate was relocated to Momogyu-dera Temple and still exists today. The castle was abandoned in 1576, when Okudaira Nobumasa built a new castle.
It just so happened that the day I visited was a day when the Historic Site Preservation Museum was closed, so I couldn't take a tour, which was a shame.
(Original)
2023年12月26日に散策しました。
豊川と宇連川の合流点付近、河岸段丘上に築かれた天然の要害です。
今川、武田、徳川が、争奪戦を繰り広げました。
永正5年1508年に菅沼元成が築城したと伝わっています。元亀2年1571年に武田信玄が西上を開始し、長篠城を攻撃しました。陥落する事態まで追い込まれ、城主の菅沼正貞は、武田軍の軍門に降りました。元亀4年・天正元年1573年に武田信玄が病没します。武田軍が、退却したため、菅沼正貞は、長篠城を徳川軍に開け渡しました。天正3年1575年に武田勝頼が長篠城を攻囲しました。城主の奥平信昌は、わずか500人の兵で籠城し、善戦しました。その時、鳥居強右衛門が活躍することになります。川の対岸に強右衛門が磔にされた場所が遠望できます。また、駐車場からすぐの民家の前に強右衛門が、援軍が来ることを叫んだ場所に看板が立てられています。曲輪、土塁、空堀、石垣、井戸などが遺っています。城門は、桃牛寺へ移築され、現存しています。天正4年1576年に奥平信昌が、新城を築城したため廃城となりました。
たまたま、訪れた日が、史跡保存館の休館日で見学できず、残念でした。
関清志 — Google review
(Translated by Google) This is the site of Nagashino Castle, which was defended by Sadamasa Okudaira, a military commander on the Tokugawa side, from the Takeda side with just 500 men.
It is said that Torii Goemon, who was crucified, informed Nagashino Castle that Tokugawa reinforcements were coming, which boosted morale and enabled him to defend the castle.
Today, the museum and castle topography remain, making it quite a tourist destination.
However, there is ample parking, plenty of explanatory signboards, and the impressive moat, which is enough to imagine the strength of Nagashino Castle's defenses.
Shinobazu Falls is flowing right next to Shiro, and you can even see the JR Iida Line train right up close.
You can enjoy it even if you are not interested in history.
(Original)
徳川側の武将である奥平貞昌が、たった500名で武田側から守り抜いた長篠城の跡地です。
磔刑にされた鳥居強右衛門が徳川の援軍が来ることを長篠城に告げ、そのおかげで士気が上がり、守り抜くことができたと言われています。
現在は博物館と城の地形が残っており、なかなか渋い観光地となっています。
しかししっかりとした駐車場があり、説明看板も充実しており、堀などは迫力満点で長篠城の守りの強さを想像するには十分です。
白のすぐ隣には不忍の滝が流れており、JR飯田線の鉄道をすぐ間近に見ることもできます。
歴史に興味がなくても楽しむことができます。
TAKASHI — Google review
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Ichiba-22ー1 Nagashino, Shinshiro, Aichi 441-1634, Japan
The Roadside Station Obaachan-ichi Yamaoka is a perfect rest stop for travelers on toll roads. It offers a cafe and souvenir store, as well as picturesque walking trails across a river dam. This place is ideal for spending quality time with family while enjoying the scenic beauty of mountains and the biggest watermill in sight. It's an excellent place to take a break, grab some food or souvenirs, and enjoy the natural surroundings.
Great place to take a rest or just want a place to enjoy family day, they have food and souvenier shops.
joebert miyata — Google review
Located in the way of mountain and you can see the most biggest watermill from far😊
Brandy Iron — Google review
Nothing to see here... But at least you can ring a "Bell of Happiness". (To get boyfriend/girlfriend or whatever is that)
Bill Mangindaan — Google review
Nice place to visit
Mitas Caridad — Google review
Nice view
Johnson Ong — Google review
A giant water wheel
Nature Lover — Google review
I cant explain my friend…
Ramil George — Google review
Sightseeing
Sheena Egloso — Google review
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道の駅 おばあちゃん市・山岡, 1565-169 Yamaokacho Tashiro, Ena, Gifu 509-7606, Japan
The Iwamura Castle Ruins are located on a secluded mountain and consist of stone walls and a turret from a 12th-century castle. It is considered one of the top three mountain castles in Japan, but only known among select individuals. Visitors should be aware that it requires a steep 2km hike up and down the mountain to reach the ruins. English translations are available for explanations, as well as QR codes for CG photos of what the castle would look like.
The foundation stones of the castle are still as strong and stable as the day the were laid hundreds of years ago.
The location, high on a hill, gives a commanding view of the local area although the surrounding forest has grown tall and obstructed the view from when the castle was occupied.
Hiking Gifu — Google review
Wish I knew there were too parking lots before hand. Don't use the back one. Also wish I knew it was a 2km hike. 1 up and down a mountain. English translations on l explainations. QR codes if you want to see CG photos of what the castle would look like. I could not find a drink machine. The museum didn't have one or the bathroom area at the top of the mountain. I had to go to the hotel place across the street.
Robert Dykes — Google review
One of the three most famous mountain castles in Japan, known only to those in the know.
You can see the magnificent mossy stone walls in the secluded mountains.
It took us about 90minutes to get to the main castle from Iwamura Station on the Akechi Railway.
お父さん — Google review
Even though it's called ruins the foundation is well preserved. Awesome view included.
Philipp Trotsenko — Google review
We received a bear bell from the local police to warn of bears! Thank you!
SANCHEZ — Google review
It is located in a beautiful area in the forest. It is unique in the seance that its ruler was a woman, rather tan a man which was very unlikely in that time period. That being said there is not much left to see there...
Luis Alfaro — Google review
One of Japan's historical sites
Nature Lover — Google review
Great little spot with lovely ruins
Hidden up at the top of the hill the ruins are easily accessible with a carpark up the top, or enjoy the walk up from the bottom car park.
Chausuyama is a mountain peak that boasts an active volcano, offering various walking trails and trekking routes suitable for all levels of hikers. In addition to these, there is also a ropeway available for visitors to enjoy the stunning view. However, during the Shibazakura Festival, visitors should be aware that a parking fee will be charged.
The highest mountain east of Nagoya, located at the border of Aichi and Nagano prefectures. Even though it is not so high and there is an only very small ski resort, the specialized constructed driving way to the top is very much breathtaking with so much very Japanese great nature in the mountains.
Located at the edge of northeastern Aichi and southwestern Nagano, very close to the border with Shizuoka prefecture also.
Driving car or with tourist group from Nagoya, recommended tourism course is, through the Sanage Green Road which is very new and comfortable ETC highway, and after the very end directly run national route 153 which is very much natural Japanese countryside route with lots of nature alongside, through southern Nagano till Chuo expressway at Sonohara or Iida Yamamoto.
Recommended visiting or driving route is from Nagoya, see and experience some tourism spots like Toyota automobile museum or IKEA Nagakute east of Nagoya, see the beautiful tiny rounded river Kanpachikyo which is very close from the end of the Sanage Green Road.
Around Asuke area can see red and brown or sometimes even gold coloured very much special maple trees at Korankei in autumn, can try to taste local traditional snacks like Goheimochi or grilled solty or Japanese miso flavored river fishes or can find any kind of very traditional souvenirs at Korankei, then you can find lots of onsen around Inabu and southern Nagano, onsen means very traditional Japanese hotsprings which every foreigner can experience only in Japan. There are some nice affordable hotels as well. Very Japanese countryside natures.
By the way here is the border of both Aichi and Nagano and the address of this place should be Nagano prefecture I guess.
Hirohide TOKORO — Google review
(Translated by Google) Strong wind Saturday was moved up to the next day.
We left the field at 6:30, expecting heavy traffic jams due to the Shibazakura Festival.
From the second Tomei Shinjo IC, head north to Chausuyama Kogen Road.
Things were going well with no traffic jams, but there was a traffic jam 1.2km in front of the second parking lot, which was my destination.
We finally arrived at the parking lot at 9:45.
Hiking to the top from here
On the way, you can see the top of Jiyū no Oka.
Arrive at the observation deck at 10:10am. You can see the deep southern part of the Southern Alps.
Two striped snakes are basking in the sun at my feet.
After passing another steep climb, we reach the summit at 10:30.
You can see the moss phlox in the opposite direction beautifully from the observation deck.
Descending to the north, thunder rock appears on the way, everyone is climbing
I'm heading south from here
On the way, I came to Amagai-do Cave, which was formed by overlapping large rocks.
Further down, you will find Fufusawara.
A cute lost item on the way back to Freedom Hill
I got back to the parking lot around 11am and still had time.
Climb the ski resort towards the flower corridor of the sky and the moss phlox hill
11:45 Arrive at Shibazakura Hill at the top of Mt. Hagitaro
Thank you for the nice weather and moss phlox!
Descend the mountain and head down the plateau road while watching the heavy traffic jams from the climb up.
Soak in the hot springs at Roadside Station Donguri no Sato on Route 153
I had a late lunch
We were really blessed with good weather today.
(Original)
強風の土曜日を繰り上げて翌日
芝桜祭りで大渋滞を予想して6時半田出発
第二東名新城ICから北上し茶臼山高原道路へ
渋滞も無く順調でしたが目的の第二駐車場前1.2kmで渋滞
結局駐車場に着いたのは9時45分
これより頂上目指してハイキング
途中自由の丘では頂上見えます
10時10分見晴台に到着 南アルプス深南部が見えます
足元には二匹のシマヘビがひなたぼっこ
さらに急な登りを過ぎると10時半頂上です
展望台より向いの芝桜がきれいに見えます
北へ下山 途中雷岩が出現 皆さん登ってます
これより南へ向かいます
途中大きな岩が重なってできた雨乞洞に
さらに下りると夫婦椹(ふうふさわら)があります
自由の丘へ戻る途中で可愛い落し物
11時頃駐車場へもどりまだ時間もあるし
天空の花回廊芝桜の丘目指しスキー場を登ります
11時45分萩太郎山頂上の芝桜の丘到着
良いお天気と芝桜に感謝!
下山して登りの大渋滞を見ながら高原道路を下り
153号線道の駅どんぐりの里で温泉に浸かって
遅めの昼食を頂きました
今日は本当にお天気に恵まれました
コースケ“釣楽しい!”チャンネル — Google review
(Translated by Google) The view is wonderful
Parking fee will be charged during the Shibazakura Festival
(Original)
眺望が素晴らしいです
芝桜祭り期間中は駐車場料金が発生します
BUDOU TAKENOKO — Google review
(Translated by Google) I really appreciate One Cou Welcome. It is well maintained and managed, and I felt very comfortable when I went there. Your manners may be good too. I also want to use it in good manners while paying attention to the dog's defecation.
I didn't have much time to stay today, but I want to do it again this time.
(Original)
ワンコウエルカムが本当にありがたい。維持も管理もしっかりされており、行った時に凄く気持ち良かったです。みなさんのマナーも良いのかもしれません。私もワンコの排便なども注意しながらマナー良く利用を、またしたいです。
今日は滞在時間は少なめでしたが、また今度はユックリしたいです。
まばら — Google review
(Translated by Google) I felt that the moss phlox area was smaller than I expected, but it was blooming beautifully.
Cars waited in line for over an hour to get to the parking lot.
(Original)
思ったよりは、芝桜の面積が少ないように感じましたが、綺麗に咲いていました。
車は駐車場に行くまで、1時間強は並びました。
ロシコ — Google review
(Translated by Google) If you walk about 2 km from the second parking lot along the mountain path, you can reach the top in about an hour.
Even in August, it's cool at around 25 degrees, but it gets hot when you walk.
Although the mountain trail is well-maintained, there are places where the steps are difficult to climb even for adults, and there are places where soil has washed out.
If the weather is good, you can see the Alps and the city from the observation deck at the top.
I think the plaza along the way is a good place for picnics and camping as there are not many people.
(Original)
第2駐車場から2キロほど、山道を歩けば1時間程度で頂上に着きます。
8月でも25度程度で涼しいですが、歩くと暑いです。
登山道は整備はされていますが、階段の段差が大人でも大変な箇所があったり、土が流出してる所があります。
頂上の展望台からは天気が良ければ、アルプスや都市部を見ることができるらしいです。
途中の広場は、人も少なくピクニックやキャンプするには適した場所だと思います。
F Kawakami — Google review
(Translated by Google) It's perfect for a walk while feeling the breeze. It's not enough to call it mountain climbing. There is also a shop at the foot of the mountain, so you don't have to worry. If the weather is nice, the scenery will be nice.
(Original)
風を感じながら散歩するには程よいです。登山と言うには物足りない。麓にお店もあるので安心です。天気が良ければ、景色も良いでしょう。
mazda speed — Google review
(Translated by Google) The weather was bad and we climbed in the fog, but on the other hand, it was very mysterious.
The area around Raiwa Rock has an atmosphere where you wouldn't be surprised if a forest spirit appeared.You can climb to the top in about 40 minutes from the parking lot.
The headwaters of the Yahagi River are on the way, so be sure to stop by there as well.
(Original)
天候が悪く霧の中の登山でしたが、そのかわりに、とても神秘的でした。
雷岩周辺は森の精霊が現れても不思議でないような雰囲気 駐車場から40分もあれば頂上まで登れます。
矢作川の源流が途中にありますのでそちらにも是非立ち寄ってください。
Junichi Ishiguro — Google review
(Translated by Google) I went there when it was a bit chilly, but the scenery was nice and it was a lot of fun. Next time I would like to ride a mountain bike.
(Original)
少し肌寒い時期に行きましたが景色が良くとても楽しかったです。次回はマウンテンバイクを乗ってみたいです。
Go ma — Google review
(Translated by Google) You can take a lift from the parking lot to the top.
The first platform is closed, so if you want to ride the lift you will need to go to the second platform. (November 23)
(Original)
駐車場から頂上まではリフトで行けます。
第一のりばは休業しており、リフトに乗る場合は第二のりばまで行く必要があります。(23年11月)
Tsukechi Gorge is a renowned natural attraction known for its vibrant autumn foliage, steep ravines, and refreshing waterfalls. Visitors can enjoy a scenic hiking trail that includes a suspension bridge with stunning views of the surrounding area. The water in the gorge is famous for being delicious and free to drink from a tap located at the entrance. There are also food vendors selling kakigori and ice lollies at the front of the park.
Nice ~30 mins hike with easy-to-mid difficulty. Very relaxing and amazing to see the waterfalls. Serene atmosphere. Convenient store at the entrance/exit with restroom to replenish.
The drive to/from looks difficult from my perspective (being a US driver) but luckily I’m not the one driving.
David Ng — Google review
The surrounding natural scenery was stunning, with lush greenery and pristine water. It’s the perfect spot for nature lovers and photographers alike. The sound of the rushing water was so calming, and I felt completely immersed in the tranquility of the environment. I recommend taking the time to visit this magnificent waterfall.
Ry Way — Google review
Visited last weekend (june 18) wonderful experience. Im loving the cold breeze and the scent of the trees.
Jaan Ito — Google review
Enjoyable, fairly steep and sometimes slippy walk down to views of pretty waterfalls surrounded by autumnal leaves.
Shaun F — Google review
The gorges were really beautiful and the water is famous for being really tasty and it's free! So have yourself a cup! The tap is at the entrance. Also there was a very nice man selling kakigori and ice lollies at the front and they were cheap and delicious. So if he's there when you go, you should definitely have some.
Nadia — Google review
A very popular gorge especially on a weekend. It has a few waterfalls and some manmade dams but this place is really suitable for a soak in the ultra clear spring water of the gorge! Kids love it too especially playing in the rocky river 😍
Rtexal Tan — Google review
Amazing place
To all nature’s lover and adventurer like me this place are highly recommended Specifically this summer vacation!
Adult and Kids will enjoy the ground for swimming.
GM Total Beauty Studio — Google review
Very good place to trek. The air is very cool and fresh. You can bring your food and drinks and use the cottages. Be sure to bring some insect repellent too.
Roy Christopher De Ocampo — Google review
So pretty and easy to walk. Take the upstream route next to the small canal back for easy walking!
Nienke W — Google review
This place was beautiful!!
Unfortunately one of the waterfall was not possible to enter since a fallen tree damaged the entrance way.
✴︎Parking is free
Gabriella G. — Google review
Visited on 12th Nov during autumn peak season. The whole trail is pleasant, and the view is fantastic
Chan Pui Shi — Google review
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6-39 Tsukechicho, Nakatsugawa, Gifu 508-0351, Japan
Tsumago-juku is an enchanting historic town, situated in the foothills of Kiso, boasting a range of restored 18th-century homes, a well-preserved 12th-century shrine and a stunning 16th-century temple. This beautifully located village is the perfect starting point for moderate level hiking tours with Magome being an ideal spot to grab lunch at one of its quaint restaurants.
Beautifully located village. You normaly start your hiking tour (moderate level) in Magome. I recommend to take your lunch in Magome in one of the cute restaurants before you are heading towards Tsumago. There small boutiques and coffeeshops are perfekt for another break.
Kimochi San — Google review
It's very attractive and atmospheric. Old houses are pretty, history is in every detail. We drove on a weekday in February and it was empty.
Nelya Zhaleyko — Google review
A quiet town located in the foot hills of Kiso. It is a nice walk of around two to three kilometers. Starting from the bridge to the wheel wheel on the other end. The town closes at around 4 pm. However, it is a beautiful view even in the night.
Krishna K — Google review
We went on a group tour during autumn. The walk is quite nice within the street with traditional houses. The houses are really cute and well decorated. The view of Hill is magnificent with autum colors all around. We also saw a few waterfalls on the way to Tsumago. It's great place to visit for one day trip.
SWAGATHA GHOSH — Google review
Definitely a must see. Locals are really friendly and would greet visitors when you pass them by. Just an hour train ride from Nagoya. ❤️🎯🇯🇵
Bunny Sandico — Google review
Beautiful village and part of a lovely hike along the nakasendo trail. However, be aware than in winter months many shops. Restaurants and guesthouses which are on will be closed despite not saying so on Google maps.
Max Panter — Google review
An exceptional place to reaquaint your 24/7. job stressed inner-self with the wonderful outcomes of blending pride/traditions love/respect which are carefully applied to insure humans coExisting with nature.
Jeff Glaser — Google review
I arrived at Tsumago-Juku after spending most of the day at Magomejuku, which was larger and more populated. If you can't get to Magomejuku, then TsumagoJuku is a great second option (or do both if you can). I was there on a Saturday afternoon, 3-4 or so, in November, and the shops close at 5.
Sarah Sutter — Google review
Tsumago, located in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, is a historic village along the Nakasendo trail. This trail, once a major highway connecting Kyoto and Edo (now Tokyo) during the Edo period, offers a glimpse into Japan’s rich cultural past.
Tsumago is renowned for its well-preserved traditional buildings, making it a popular destination for tourists seeking an authentic experience. Strolling through its narrow streets lined with traditional wooden houses, visitors can feel transported back in time. The village maintains strict regulations to preserve its historical ambiance, ensuring a truly immersive experience.
Krishana Gopal Das — Google review
Our first stop on the historic Nakasendo trail. Even though it's the smallest post town compared to Naraijuku, but it still possesses its old world charm with stunning natural beauty. A 10-min bus ride from a nearby train station Nagiso and you are transported back in time. Make sure you reserve your accomodation at one of the local ryokans in advance. Bring cash as some of the shops don't have contactless payment. You can withdraw cash from the post office.
Charlie Tran — Google review
Within Nakasando trail. A nice ancient village along a river. A bus ride away from Nagiso train station. A nice itinerary for a day tour hike along with Magome.
leo lobarbio — Google review
A beautiful place to go for Autumn foliage!
What to do here:
- Admire the nature
- See the old houses with eye-pleasing architecture style
- Try soba noodle, eat dango and goten mochi (fried rice ball)
- Try local Shinano beef!
- Take a lots of picture!
But remember to get here in the morning! It's get dark quick after 4PM and most shop close at 5PM. Also try to stay here for a night in traditional ryokan, much cheaper than ryokan in big cities but still have impeccable service, room, onsen bath & food!
If you have enough stamina, the Nakasendo trail is a must try, very beautiful there!
Anh Đức Lê — Google review
Most beautiful old town in Nakasendo trail after being in a few (Kiso-Fukushima, Narai-juku, and kiso-hirasawa). Is a pity I didn’t get to go to Magome. Please do let me know if I miss any beautiful town in this trail.
Kanny Chan — Google review
Quiet little village with only a few shops open during January season.
In Australia — Google review
Went on a day tour, the tour guide gave us a lot of historical events before reaching our destination, so we can correlated and “time travel” back.. love the vibe and the atmosphere around this place .
Desmond Lai — Google review
Beautiful traditional Japanese town in the mountains. Visited in January during off-season so it wasn't very lively, and really nice for a stroll. We paid 500¥ for parking, all other services are optional. There are small museums, shops and restaurants nestled into the old buildings, but the buildings themselves are what will probably be interesting the most.
Unfortunately not much English explanation, whole visit will take about 1 hour.
Jaroslav Novák — Google review
Its very quiet during winter time
Many restaurants and shops are closed. Its good to plan eating lunch somewhere else.
Li koon — Google review
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Azuma, Nagiso, Kiso District, Nagano 399-5302, Japan
Tsumago-juku is an enchanting historic town, situated in the foothills of Kiso, boasting a range of restored 18th-century homes, a well-preserved 12th-century shrine and a stunning 16th-century temple. This beautifully located village is the perfect starting point for moderate level hiking tours with Magome being an ideal spot to grab lunch at one of its quaint restaurants.
Beautifully located village. You normaly start your hiking tour (moderate level) in Magome. I recommend to take your lunch in Magome in one of the cute restaurants before you are heading towards Tsumago. There small boutiques and coffeeshops are perfekt for another break.
Kimochi San — Google review
It's very attractive and atmospheric. Old houses are pretty, history is in every detail. We drove on a weekday in February and it was empty.
Nelya Zhaleyko — Google review
A quiet town located in the foot hills of Kiso. It is a nice walk of around two to three kilometers. Starting from the bridge to the wheel wheel on the other end. The town closes at around 4 pm. However, it is a beautiful view even in the night.
Krishna K — Google review
We went on a group tour during autumn. The walk is quite nice within the street with traditional houses. The houses are really cute and well decorated. The view of Hill is magnificent with autum colors all around. We also saw a few waterfalls on the way to Tsumago. It's great place to visit for one day trip.
SWAGATHA GHOSH — Google review
Definitely a must see. Locals are really friendly and would greet visitors when you pass them by. Just an hour train ride from Nagoya. ❤️🎯🇯🇵
Bunny Sandico — Google review
Beautiful village and part of a lovely hike along the nakasendo trail. However, be aware than in winter months many shops. Restaurants and guesthouses which are on will be closed despite not saying so on Google maps.
Max Panter — Google review
An exceptional place to reaquaint your 24/7. job stressed inner-self with the wonderful outcomes of blending pride/traditions love/respect which are carefully applied to insure humans coExisting with nature.
Jeff Glaser — Google review
I arrived at Tsumago-Juku after spending most of the day at Magomejuku, which was larger and more populated. If you can't get to Magomejuku, then TsumagoJuku is a great second option (or do both if you can). I was there on a Saturday afternoon, 3-4 or so, in November, and the shops close at 5.
Sarah Sutter — Google review
Tsumago, located in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, is a historic village along the Nakasendo trail. This trail, once a major highway connecting Kyoto and Edo (now Tokyo) during the Edo period, offers a glimpse into Japan’s rich cultural past.
Tsumago is renowned for its well-preserved traditional buildings, making it a popular destination for tourists seeking an authentic experience. Strolling through its narrow streets lined with traditional wooden houses, visitors can feel transported back in time. The village maintains strict regulations to preserve its historical ambiance, ensuring a truly immersive experience.
Krishana Gopal Das — Google review
Our first stop on the historic Nakasendo trail. Even though it's the smallest post town compared to Naraijuku, but it still possesses its old world charm with stunning natural beauty. A 10-min bus ride from a nearby train station Nagiso and you are transported back in time. Make sure you reserve your accomodation at one of the local ryokans in advance. Bring cash as some of the shops don't have contactless payment. You can withdraw cash from the post office.
Charlie Tran — Google review
Within Nakasando trail. A nice ancient village along a river. A bus ride away from Nagiso train station. A nice itinerary for a day tour hike along with Magome.
leo lobarbio — Google review
A beautiful place to go for Autumn foliage!
What to do here:
- Admire the nature
- See the old houses with eye-pleasing architecture style
- Try soba noodle, eat dango and goten mochi (fried rice ball)
- Try local Shinano beef!
- Take a lots of picture!
But remember to get here in the morning! It's get dark quick after 4PM and most shop close at 5PM. Also try to stay here for a night in traditional ryokan, much cheaper than ryokan in big cities but still have impeccable service, room, onsen bath & food!
If you have enough stamina, the Nakasendo trail is a must try, very beautiful there!
Anh Đức Lê — Google review
Most beautiful old town in Nakasendo trail after being in a few (Kiso-Fukushima, Narai-juku, and kiso-hirasawa). Is a pity I didn’t get to go to Magome. Please do let me know if I miss any beautiful town in this trail.
Kanny Chan — Google review
Quiet little village with only a few shops open during January season.
In Australia — Google review
Went on a day tour, the tour guide gave us a lot of historical events before reaching our destination, so we can correlated and “time travel” back.. love the vibe and the atmosphere around this place .
Desmond Lai — Google review
Beautiful traditional Japanese town in the mountains. Visited in January during off-season so it wasn't very lively, and really nice for a stroll. We paid 500¥ for parking, all other services are optional. There are small museums, shops and restaurants nestled into the old buildings, but the buildings themselves are what will probably be interesting the most.
Unfortunately not much English explanation, whole visit will take about 1 hour.
Jaroslav Novák — Google review
Its very quiet during winter time
Many restaurants and shops are closed. Its good to plan eating lunch somewhere else.
Li koon — Google review
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Azuma, Nagiso, Kiso District, Nagano 399-5302, Japan
Yume no Tsuribashi, also known as Dream Bridge, is a 90-meter-long suspension bridge that spans the Sumata Gorge in Shizuoka. The bridge hangs 8 meters above the striking emerald-colored Oma Dam Lake, which gets its vivid hues from the Tyndall Effect. Visitors are captivated by the unexpected beauty of this lesser-known gem and can experience thrills while walking across it.
We went on a Tuesday at 1pm and nobody was there. It was so beautiful. My wife made me go and it was so much better than what I expected. It is truly breathtaking and we have never seen anything like it. The water is crystal clear and blue. The surrounding area is beautiful. I would have liked to have seen it before all the fall leaves were gone, however I know there would be so many people here. Our friend from Tokyo drove us there. The road to it has a lot of turns, very narrow, and you go up and down mountains. Also, when you cross the bridge, you are not supposed to cross it back (from what we read and heard). You are supposed to continue up a steep mountain and circle around. With nobody there, we just crossed back and did not have to go around and do that steep hike. In the end, I recommend going at this time and during the week. Hardly any people and it is still beautiful.
Jordan Langro — Google review
This place is very amazing because of suspension bridge and the emerald green color of water surrounding by a tallest green mountainous area
suspension bridge attracts many tourists during season of autumn and spring
Top 10 Walking suspension bridges in the world to cross across the Lake
Melanie Ordono Takeshita — Google review
Very nice place to visit. Beautiful nature.
The route to visit the bridge was one way. Climbing up the perpendicular stairs was quite exhausted.
Rapheephan Nancy Thongkham-Uan — Google review
Best place to visit this place in Summer
The only way to go there is by Car 🚗
The roads are narrow and only one car pass at a time
Abhikesh Wale — Google review
What a beautiful place!!!
The stunning water that can go from a green shade to a blue one depending on the weather is definitely worth a visit.
Crossing the bridge can be both challenging and fun. Surprisingly, even though it's not stable at all, I felt very safe and secure on it.
Be prepared for the way up after the bridge as the staircase seems to be endless. I had to make some stops on the way to catch my breath (just for the record, I'm not in my best physical condition 😅).
Wear comfortable shoes for it's a long walk back to the parking lots area and if possible, plan your visit to a non holiday weekday.
There's no cost to enter the park, but they do ask for donations to help on maintenance (non mandatory) and the parking lots are charged.
Patty Hirae — Google review
Must visit location. Great scenery. Walk to and fro around 3.6km including crossing the suspension bridge. Parking fee is 500 yens
Dhammakamo Koh — Google review
夢の吊橋 🙏 World's Top 10 Pedestrian Suspension Bridge to cross before you die, I can't really imagine that I experienced this in my entire life. 😭❤️✨ It feels so magical. The forest, bridge and the emerald green water, a perfect scenery ✨🌉 Also, there is a rumor that if you wish about love while crossing the bridge, it will come true 🤣 (I hope so🙏)
This is really a must visit in Shizuoka ❤️✨ Beautiful.
leigh acquio — Google review
Kawanehon is located in central Shizuoka with great hot springs and nature spots. It is also a town well known for the Oigawa Steam Locomotive train. This time we visited the Yume no Tsuribashi Bridge, a famous suspension bridge.
Yume no Tsuribashi Bridge (Dream Suspension Bridge) The bridge is 90 meters long and extends over the Oma Dam Lake great place to explore. 🇯🇵🏞️
Jin Kikuzaki — Google review
The whole area is really beautiful! Crossing this shaky bridge is an interesting experience. The water color is very unique.
Jumis Visuals — Google review
Photos do not do justice to just how beautiful this bridge and area is. While, it is quite a drive to get to the location, it is completely worth the visit. While the bridge does get very Shaka, be sure to secure your phone and camera before taking and pictures.
Kristin P — Google review
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寸又峡温泉, Senzu, Kawanehon, Haibara District, Shizuoka 428-0411, Japan
Yume no Tsuribashi, also known as Dream Bridge, is a 90-meter-long suspension bridge that spans the Sumata Gorge in Shizuoka. The bridge hangs 8 meters above the striking emerald-colored Oma Dam Lake, which gets its vivid hues from the Tyndall Effect. Visitors are captivated by the unexpected beauty of this lesser-known gem and can experience thrills while walking across it.
We went on a Tuesday at 1pm and nobody was there. It was so beautiful. My wife made me go and it was so much better than what I expected. It is truly breathtaking and we have never seen anything like it. The water is crystal clear and blue. The surrounding area is beautiful. I would have liked to have seen it before all the fall leaves were gone, however I know there would be so many people here. Our friend from Tokyo drove us there. The road to it has a lot of turns, very narrow, and you go up and down mountains. Also, when you cross the bridge, you are not supposed to cross it back (from what we read and heard). You are supposed to continue up a steep mountain and circle around. With nobody there, we just crossed back and did not have to go around and do that steep hike. In the end, I recommend going at this time and during the week. Hardly any people and it is still beautiful.
Jordan Langro — Google review
This place is very amazing because of suspension bridge and the emerald green color of water surrounding by a tallest green mountainous area
suspension bridge attracts many tourists during season of autumn and spring
Top 10 Walking suspension bridges in the world to cross across the Lake
Melanie Ordono Takeshita — Google review
Very nice place to visit. Beautiful nature.
The route to visit the bridge was one way. Climbing up the perpendicular stairs was quite exhausted.
Rapheephan Nancy Thongkham-Uan — Google review
Best place to visit this place in Summer
The only way to go there is by Car 🚗
The roads are narrow and only one car pass at a time
Abhikesh Wale — Google review
What a beautiful place!!!
The stunning water that can go from a green shade to a blue one depending on the weather is definitely worth a visit.
Crossing the bridge can be both challenging and fun. Surprisingly, even though it's not stable at all, I felt very safe and secure on it.
Be prepared for the way up after the bridge as the staircase seems to be endless. I had to make some stops on the way to catch my breath (just for the record, I'm not in my best physical condition 😅).
Wear comfortable shoes for it's a long walk back to the parking lots area and if possible, plan your visit to a non holiday weekday.
There's no cost to enter the park, but they do ask for donations to help on maintenance (non mandatory) and the parking lots are charged.
Patty Hirae — Google review
Must visit location. Great scenery. Walk to and fro around 3.6km including crossing the suspension bridge. Parking fee is 500 yens
Dhammakamo Koh — Google review
夢の吊橋 🙏 World's Top 10 Pedestrian Suspension Bridge to cross before you die, I can't really imagine that I experienced this in my entire life. 😭❤️✨ It feels so magical. The forest, bridge and the emerald green water, a perfect scenery ✨🌉 Also, there is a rumor that if you wish about love while crossing the bridge, it will come true 🤣 (I hope so🙏)
This is really a must visit in Shizuoka ❤️✨ Beautiful.
leigh acquio — Google review
Kawanehon is located in central Shizuoka with great hot springs and nature spots. It is also a town well known for the Oigawa Steam Locomotive train. This time we visited the Yume no Tsuribashi Bridge, a famous suspension bridge.
Yume no Tsuribashi Bridge (Dream Suspension Bridge) The bridge is 90 meters long and extends over the Oma Dam Lake great place to explore. 🇯🇵🏞️
Jin Kikuzaki — Google review
The whole area is really beautiful! Crossing this shaky bridge is an interesting experience. The water color is very unique.
Jumis Visuals — Google review
Photos do not do justice to just how beautiful this bridge and area is. While, it is quite a drive to get to the location, it is completely worth the visit. While the bridge does get very Shaka, be sure to secure your phone and camera before taking and pictures.
Kristin P — Google review
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寸又峡温泉, Senzu, Kawanehon, Haibara District, Shizuoka 428-0411, Japan
Mt. Ontake is a towering volcanic mountain that lies on the border of Gifu and Nagano prefectures. It boasts of crater lakes and sweeping views of the surrounding peaks, making it a stunning natural wonder. The mountain is visible from afar, appearing brilliantly white for most parts of the year. However, since October 2014, it has been emitting plumes of steam due to volcanic eruptions that resulted in the tragic loss of 63 lives.
A beautiful mountain on the border of Gifu & Nagano prefectures, Mt Ontake is awesome!
Seen from afar Ontake-san is brilliant white for most of the year, and since October 2014, a plume of steam has been visible when the volcano erupted killing 63 people.
It is still on volcanic alert level 2 (lowered from level 1 in August 2017), so it is still closed for hiking. Lower areas are still accessible but the peak and surrounds are off limits.
Hiking Gifu — Google review
We've been here in late september 2017. The vegetaton in the higher altitudes were already turning into red.
We parked our car in the parking lot of the cable car. Then we took to it to the base point of the climb. Th climb is not that easy and you need to be in a relatively good shape. Alternatively, you can just climb it very slowly :-). As for safety, the trail is safe with no obvious obstacles.
After 1-1.5 hours of climb you'll reach a resting point. From here the view starts to be amazig. From the resting point to the mountain top is about 1 hour or less. Just before the mountain top (which was closed and you could only see it from the first pond) there is a hut.
The first pond was not that beutiful. Looked like a muddy construction site. Unfortunatley for us, we started the climb around noon so we did not have sufficient time to see the other ponds.
Make sure to start the climb around 8AM so you'll sufficient time for the entire journey, as the cable car closes around 4PM.
The scenery is amazig once you leave the forest. Absolutley recommended.
Eyal Gur — Google review
I pray for the souls of the people who died by the eruption.
Mountain climbing is prohibited as of January 2019.
Since there is no forest from the hilly side, the view while climbing is good,
but summer it is hot in the sunlight.
My recommendation is the snowfall period.
In the morning, you can climb the large slope of tight snow freely.
It is an independent peak and there are no forests,
so there is no place to avoid avoiding blowing in the wind.
I want to climb the sunny and calm day.
If you climb up from Ropeway Top station you can go and back in one day.
More preferably, if you wear skiing, or if you climb taking it,
When descending the mountain you can skiing freely on a wonderful large slope.
It is a very long course of about 3 km to the top of the station and more than 4 km in total to the foot station.
It is unthinkable to walk down this course during the snowfall period.
Skiing climbing is the best.
Hank Hogawa — Google review
Sacred mountain. Little bit scary because it is active volcano, But hicking was really great experience. Different. Just being there above 8th station, that feeling I will remember all my life. On 2014. there was eruption where 35 people died, we climbed on 3rd anniversary without knowing that.
Must be there around 8AM if want to hike in the mountain, to see the lakes. Can't get to the top,it is closed,but can go till 2nd lake, just little bit under.
Fir climb it is open trail from the ropeway only. Other trails are closed. Ropeway is working from 8-16:30 so must take care about timing.
There are not so many people what is good, because it is really the place where should clean the mind. Quiet, calm, wind, smoke from vulcano, many shrines, statues, offerings on the way.
Will go again.
View is great, it is around 3000m -9000ft, breathtaking. Lakes are really beautiful. 2nd lake had shrunk little bit,it was in september. End of september, it was really fresh in the morning and evening. It was just a start of autumn colors. I went there one more time around 10th october and it was beautiful autumn time.There are few huts there on the trail, 8th and 9th station huts were working, could order tea,buy water, snacks. But should prepare everything before because of timing. Down at the ropeway can buy everything.
In the ropeway building, next to the ticket place there is paper where you should write name,mobile phone,route- if you do that you will get free coffee( it is good one, drink on a way up while climbing on a rope way)
Dont forget waterfall! It is really amazing.
Petar Stankovic — Google review
It’s a super nice mountain for hiking!!!
S K — Google review
Nice. Place
SHUBHAM KUMAR — Google review
Very nice
TheGamingPieceOfVlaaiFan Stan Marino — Google review
(Translated by Google) I will park here to go to Shimoguri no Sato View Point. The slope is made flat and has two levels, so a large number of cars can be parked there. Even in the afternoon on November 3rd, when the leaves were in full bloom, the place was pretty empty.
(Original)
下栗の里ビューポイントへ行くのにここに駐車していきます。斜面を平たんに造成して2段にしてあるので結構の台数を止めることができます。11月3日、紅葉真っ盛りの昼過ぎでも十分空いていました。
313 313 — Google review
(Translated by Google) Free parking lot (15-20 cars possible?). There are toilets, vending machines, restaurants, and accommodation facilities.
There are about 3 wooden benches.
(Original)
無料駐車場(15〜20台可?)。トイレ、自販機、食事処、宿泊施設有り。
木のベンチが3つほどあります。
m i — Google review
(Translated by Google) Nearest parking lot in front of the view point. I think it can park about 50 cars, but when I arrived around 3 o'clock, it was almost full.
I think there would be more cars if the Hanbatei restaurant nearby was open.
There was a public restroom, which was spacious and relatively clean. When I got close, I could smell a slight smell.
The road to get here is a secluded area with many narrow mountain roads, and there are some spots where it is difficult to pass each other, so be careful when driving. Sightseeing in large buses may be quite difficult.
(Original)
ビューポイント手前の最寄りの駐車場。50台くらいは停められると思いますが3時ぐらいに着いた時はほとんど満車になる程でした。
すぐ近くにあるはんば亭が営業していればもっと車の数も多いと思います。
公衆のトイレがあり広くて比較的キレイでしたが。近くに行くと少し臭いを感じました。
ここに辿り着くまでの道はさすがに秘境と言えるぐらいの狭い山道が多く所々すれ違いの難しいポイントもあり車での通行は気を使います。大型のバスなどでの観光はかなり難しいのではないでしょうか。
A A — Google review
駐車場からの景色がとても良いです。ここに車を停めてビューポイントまで軽く散歩ができます。
Nakanoman — Google review
(Translated by Google) The sense of secrecy is amazing. The view is nice, but you will have to walk for 20 minutes on a mountain road with a difference in elevation, so if you are going to the view point, wear appropriate shoes!
(Original)
秘境感がすごいです。眺めは良いですが、高低差のある山道を20分歩くので、ビューポイントまで行く方は、それなりの靴を!
makoto hirose — Google review
(Translated by Google) I went to the observation deck in the snow.
It's a bit cold, but I'm very satisfied. Behind the scattered villages on the slope, the magnificent Southern Alps can be seen glimpsed through the snow!
It's free, but there is a donation box for the Shimoguri Neighborhood Association at the entrance to the observation deck.
(Original)
雪の中展望台に行った。
寒いぐらいですが、とても満足です。斜面の上に散落した村の後ろ、壮大な南アルプスが雪の隙間からチラチラ見えるのは素晴らしい!
無料ですが、展望台の入口に下栗自治会の募金箱を置いてあります
赵岩 — Google review
(Translated by Google) A place just like Machu Picchu. It's a place where cars barely pass each other on the way there. It made me realize how amazing people's ability to live is.
(Original)
まさにマチュピチュのような場所。行くまでも車がやっとすれ違えるような所です。人の生きる力はすごいなと思わされました。
小川雅範 — Google review
(Translated by Google) If you climb up the steep and narrow windings, you will see a beautiful view.
Drive slowly and be careful of oncoming traffic.
(Original)
険しく狭いつづら折りを上ったら綺麗な景色があります。
対向車注意でゆっくり走りましょう。
akabito — Google review
(Translated by Google) I wanted to go to Shimoguri no Sato. If you walk for about 20 minutes from this parking lot to the view point in the mountains, you can see a wonderful view. I was surprised at how well the residents of Shimoguri maintained the promenade leading up to it. Thanks to you, I was able to see some impressive scenery.
(Original)
行ってみたかった下栗の里。この駐車場から約20分 山の中のビューポイント迄歩くと素晴らしい景色が見られます。そこ迄の遊歩道を下栗の住民の方々が とても綺麗に整備されていて驚きました。お陰で感激の景色を見ることが出来ました。
Chi Sa — Google review
(Translated by Google) This is Machu Picchu in Japan.
Ippuku, a nearby cafeteria, has a set meal of 1,000 yen that has a gentle taste and is handmade by my mother. It is better to make a reservation by phone the day before. Even from this parking lot, you can see the sea of clouds after the early morning rain.
(Original)
日本のマチュピチュです。
近くの食堂の一福、定食1000円で優しい味、お母さんの手作りです。前日に電話予約するほうがいいですよ。 この駐車場からでも早朝の雨上がりなら雲海が見えます。
Kazupon NiI — Google review
(Translated by Google) A spectacular view. It feels refreshing. You can also nourish your soul. Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
I bought onion rice crackers and ohagi in the parking lot space.
I ate it while looking at the view and it was absolutely delicious.
(Original)
圧巻の景色。スカッとします。心の栄養補給もできます。歩きやすい靴でお出かけください。
駐車場スペースに玉ねぎ煎餅とおはぎを購入。
景色を見ながら食べましたが最高に美味しいです。
ココア — Google review
(Translated by Google) The journey there and back was nerve-wracking and tiring, but the scenery was amazing! Even if it's sunny up to the observatory, there won't be as much light as in the forest, so it's best to go in the evening. I want to see the starry sky too!
(Original)
行きと帰りの道のりは神経を使うくらい疲れますが、景色は最高でした!展望台までは晴れていても森の中ってくらい光は入らないので夕方はやめたほうがいいですね。星空も見てみたい!
I went here in the new year's day of japan. It is a beatiful and ancient temple. Lots of visitors come here and tell the Kamisama( just like Gods) their wishes for a whole good year with Heath and so on. You have to pay no fee to come here, it's free to everyone. But when you pray in front of the sacred object, you have to throw some Japanese coin into the offering box. Or when you want to purchase some lucky charm to write your own wish then hang over it at the temple, you have to pay money. It's about 600¥
Ly Hạ — Google review
It's a famous temple on the Iida train line. There is a black tunnel under the temple as there is in the main Zenkoji in Nagano City. However, here you keep your shoes on. I recommend the experience of walking through the initiation tunnel. The hillside setting is peaceful.
A.E. Green — Google review
Now it’s been exhibiting the hidden statue of Buddhist statue to be held every 7 years.
Let’s visit there for a memory!
Smiley “SmileyCancer” Cancer — Google review
love this
Erick Lorcan — Google review
Nice for peace
Guren Hanh — Google review
(Translated by Google) I have been to Zenkoji Temple in Nagano City twice, but this will be my first visit to the former Zenkoji Temple. It was dark when we went around the altar, and I was scared because I couldn't see anything. I'm glad I was able to visit both Zenkoji temples, as it's considered a one-day visit. It was a cold, snowy day in early March, but the plum trees were in bloom.
(Original)
長野市の善光寺には2回行ったことがあるが、元善光寺は初めての参拝になる。お戒壇巡りが暗くて何も見えずこわかった。善光寺だけでは片詣りと言われるので両方詣りに行けたのでよかった。3月上旬の雪が舞う寒い日でしたが梅が咲いていた。
Naoto S — Google review
(Translated by Google) I have been to Zenkoji twice, but this is my first time at Motozenkoji 😃
The weather is nice and the autumn leaves🍁 are also beautiful and amazing😄
The parking lot has about 5 cars on the right and all large buses on the left in front of the toilet! ️
If you go up the slope behind the restroom on the left side, there is a general parking lot where you can park about 10 cars.
There is also play equipment for children to play with, so you can have fun even if you have kids 😃
There is a good old look, and there is also a collaboration with the new, so it can be enjoyed by men and women of all ages 😄👍
Touring the altar in pitch darkness...🚶♂️
Walk relying only on the handrails...🚶♂️
……!щ(゜▽゜щ)
There was a lock for good luck!! ️
It moves left and right! ️
It seems to be beneficial, but the Heart Sutra is being played in the dark, so children might cry🤣
There are souvenir shops and delicious manju shops across the street.
(Original)
善光寺は2度行った事があるが、元善光寺は初めて😃
天気も良く、紅葉🍁も綺麗で最高😄
駐車場は向かって右に5台位と左側トイレ手前は全部大型バス‼️
左側トイレ奥の坂を上がると一般駐車場が10台位停められます🚙
子供達が遊ぶ遊具もあるので、子供が居ても楽しめるよ😃
古き良きの中の映えもあり、新しきとのコラボもあり、老若男女楽しめます😄👍
お戒壇巡りは真っ暗の中……🚶♂️
手すりだけを頼りに歩く……🚶♂️
……!щ(゜▽゜щ)
開運の錠前あった‼️
左右に動くよ‼️
ご利益ありそうだけど、暗闇で般若心経が流れてるので子供は泣いちゃうかもね🤣
向かえにはお土産屋さんや美味しい饅頭屋さんもあるぞ😆
藤田俊雄 — Google review
(Translated by Google) Visit Moto-Zenko-ji Temple once, Zenko-ji alone is a one-time visit. .. .. So after visiting Zenkoji Temple, I took off on the highway and headed to Iida City.
Far, far away.
It took about 2 hours even using high speed.
Even though we're in the same prefecture, being in Nagano makes me feel less distant.
Former Zenkoji Temple is located in Iida City, Nagano Prefecture.
It is located in the southernmost part of the cities in Nagano Prefecture.
Unlike Zenkoji, it's not as lively as it is, but I personally felt that the tranquility was good.
The nearest station is Moto-Zenkoji Station on the Iida Line.
It's about a 10 minute walk from the station.
There is a parking lot, so there is no problem if you come by car, but it is not that big, so be careful if you are holding an event.
The former Zenkoji Temple is a must-see when talking about the history of Zenkoji Temple.
There is also a tour of the womb at Zenkoji Temple.
Admission is free. (There is a charge for the treasure hall)
The temple grounds are not large, so it didn't take much time.
There are fewer worshipers than Zenkoji Temple, so if you want to take your time to worship, you won't have to worry about the lively crowds. . . We recommend it to those who are interested.
Also, if you have only ever visited Zenkoji Temple, why not take this opportunity to take a trip to Iida?
It has a different atmosphere from Nagano and Matsumoto, and you are sure to discover a new face of Nagano.
(Original)
一度詣れよ元善光寺、善光寺だけでは片詣り...ということで善光寺参拝後に高速をかっ飛ばして飯田市へ。
遠い、とてつもなく遠い。
高速を使っても約2時間かかりました。
同じ県内なのに長野にいると距離感がマヒします。
元善光寺があるのは長野県飯田市。
長野県の市の中では最南に位置します。
善光寺と違い賑やかさは皆無ですがこの静けさが私的にはよいと感じました。
最寄り駅は飯田線の元善光寺駅。
駅からだと徒歩で約10分ほど。
駐車場もあるので車で来ても問題無しですがそこまで広くないので催しなどはある際は要注意です。
善光寺の歴史を語る上では絶対にはずせない元善光寺。
善光寺にあった胎内巡りもあります。
拝観料は無料。(宝物殿は有料)
境内は広くないので時間もそれほど要しませんでした。
参拝者は善光寺に比べ少ないのでゆっくり参拝したいという方、にぎやかな人ごみはちょっと。。。という方にはおススメいたします。
また善光寺だけしか参拝したことが無い方はこれをきっかけに飯田まで遠出してみてはいかがでしょう?
長野、松本とは違った雰囲気があり長野の新たな顔を発見できるはずです。
Senjōjiki Cirque is a stunning glacial landform adorned with vivid wildflowers. It can be accessed via cable car and is popular among mountaineers. However, private car usage is prohibited as only official buses are allowed on the narrow roads leading to the site. Despite this inconvenience, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views from the ropeway in August's pleasant weather. The journey to the lake can either take you through a shrine or directly from behind the building in just one minute.
To get here, you can catch a bus from Komagane Station to the Komagatake Ropeway station. From there, you can then board the ropeway gondola that'll take you to the top of the mountain. It's a bit on the expensive side, but it's absolutely worth it. Keep in mind, you can't drive to the ropeway station on your own; only buses are allowed. We visited in August, and despite the dreary weather, the scenery was absolutely stunning. There's a simple trail around the pond that takes about 50 minutes, but we really wished we had more time to hike further up to Mt. Komagatake, which can easily take up half a day. So, plan ahead if that’s on your agenda. At the summit station, there’s also a hotel with a restaurant and a souvenir shop.
Maria — Google review
A bit chilly up there, so bring some warmer or extra outer. You can enjoy the highlights of the mountain without climbing efforts, thanks to the ropeway.
RK Hill — Google review
Senjōjiki Cirque is a beautiful alpine cirque located in the Kiso Mountains in Nagano Prefecture, Japan. It is known for its dramatic scenery, including towering cliffs, waterfalls, and alpine meadows. The cirque is also a popular destination for hiking, camping, and skiing.
I recently visited Senjōjiki Cirque on a weekend, and I was very impressed. The cirque is truly a sight to behold. The cliffs are massive and the waterfalls are cascading. The alpine meadows are lush and green.
However, I must warn that the cirque can be very crowded on weekends, especially during the summer months. If you are planning to visit on a weekend, I recommend arriving early in the morning to beat the crowds.
Overall, I had a great experience at Senjōjiki Cirque. It is a beautiful and unique place that is definitely worth a visit.
Neil Eichenberger — Google review
A little known part of the Central Alps of Nagano but well worth the visit in late May and June before the crowds that apparently throng in the summer months. Fabulous panoramic views on the day we went.
Paul Summers — Google review
An experience that won't ever be forgotten for rest of the life. Due to trani suspension, the journey to Komagane was extremely difficult but the hike next morning made everything better. Highly recommended for a hike lover!
Kyujin Kim — Google review
First and foremost, don't drive a car like us. We failed to see the board as only official buses are allowed to use the road to reach here. We got some weird look by the bus drivers as the roads are narrow. Luckily the people were kind enough to let us buy the gondola ticket.
Keeping that aside, really beautiful spot. Ropeway has some stunning views. We came in August and the weather was nice and cool here. You can take a longer route to the lake via the shrine or go to the back of building and reach the lake in 1 min.
Ahmed Assadi — Google review
It is one of the most attractive spots for tourists. I love it.
Titli Ghosh — Google review
Beautiful place to visit if you get the chance. It's a bit pricey to go to the top, but the view and small 30 minute hike were worth it.
Jeremy — Google review
Must Visit place! We did Mount Kiso-komagatake hike from this point!
Norikura Kogen is a picturesque nature spot that offers a variety of activities such as hiking, waterfalls, hot springs, and even a small ski resort. Located in the North Japan Alps, it is easily accessible from Matsumoto and serves as a gateway to other nearby attractions like Kamikochi and Takayama. The area boasts stunning natural landscapes with opportunities for short or long hikes, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
Very beautiful place to visit in autumn. Buses are not very frequent though, and you may have to wait a long time. Lots of bikers on the road, recommend getting the Norikura visitor pass 🍂
Cherrie Wang — Google review
Very beautiful place far from tourist trap. Many small beautiful treks are available. Easy to go to Norikura submit from here too. Kamikochi and many beautiful natural onsen with nature view is accessable by bus from here too. I like this place very much. It is so beautiful that I forgot to take any picture.
Shinta Narulita — Google review
Great place for hiking. There are several options for short and long hikes. We had the 2 day Matsumoto pass and visited Kamikochi on the first day and Norikura on the second one - very good combination.
Mariliis O — Google review
Beautiful scenary
Altair Lam — Google review
Super
robert czapiga — Google review
Cool in summer
MASAKO IMOTO — Google review
(Translated by Google) From Nagano Expressway Matsumoto IC, take the prefectural road Norikura-dake line via the national highway and arrive at the Norikura Kogen Tourism Center in about 60 minutes.The shuttle bus to Norikura-dake (Tatamidaira) was canceled due to snow and frozen roads, so we took a walk around the area for a while!
I felt like I was in touch with the quiet time and space of the majestic Mt. Norikura and the trees with autumn leaves in places.
(Original)
長野自動車道松本ICから国道経由県道乗鞍岳線で約60分程で乗鞍高原観光センターに到着、乗鞍岳(畳平)行きシャトルバスが積雪と道路凍結等で運休との事で暫し周辺散策!
雄大な乗鞍岳と所々紅葉の木々静かな時と空間に触れた気がしました。
Yoshinori kageshima — Google review
(Translated by Google) I visited in late October. Compared to Kamikochi, there were fewer people, so I was able to enjoy a leisurely hike. Personally, my favorite view is from Azami Pond. It was beautiful and refreshing, like a landscape painting (*^^*)
(Original)
10月下旬に訪問しました。上高地に比べると人はまばらで、のんびりとハイキングを楽しめました。個人的に一番気に入った景色はあざみ池からの眺め。一幅の風景画の様に美しく清々しいものでした(*^^*)
Bungui-toge Pass is a picturesque location that can be reached by shuttle bus. On a rainy day, it is advisable to bring a kappa instead of an umbrella. While on the bus, one may experience a tingling sensation from the low-frequency therapy device. However, this feeling may not be as prominent in the magnetic field. Near the shuttle bus stop, there is a shop where visitors are reminded to remain calm and avoid anger.
(Translated by Google) It was a rainy day when I went
A kappa is recommended over an umbrella.
I was able to feel the tingle
It was in the shuttle bus to go to the fork pass.
The tingling feeling of the low frequency therapy device
I actually felt it. I was on the bus.
In the magnetic field, it was not clearly felt.
At the shop near the shuttle bus stop
The day I went to the magnetic field
I was taught that it is important to stay calm. It seems that it is not good to get angry.
I couldn't go to the water place because of the rain.
Next time I would like to go on a sunny day.
(Original)
行ったのは雨の日でしたが、
傘よりもカッパがおすすめです。
ピリピリするのを感じるごとができたのは
分岐峠に行くまでのシャトルバスの中でした。
低周波治療器のピリピリした感じを
実際感じました。バスの中ででしたが。
磁場では、はっきりとは感じられませんでした。
シャトルバス停のそばの売店で
磁場に行った日は
穏やかに過ごすことが大事だよ、と教えてもらいました。怒ったりするのは良くないらしいです。
雨で水場へは行くことができなかったので
次は天気が良い日に行ってみたいです。
????.?? — Google review
(Translated by Google) I came all the way on a nearly full moon day to have a mystical experience, even with the help of gravity.
On the way to just one water hole, the compass moves and my feet are warm? Do you feel like it? did? lol
Also, the autumn leaves were beautiful!
Go to the water source at your own risk.
It's suddenly cold
You can only go to the top by transferring to a shuttle bus or by tour bus.
2023・10・30
(Original)
ほぼ 満月の日に 引力のお力を借りてでも 神秘体験をしたく はるばる やって参りました
一ヶ所だけ 水場への道で 方位磁石が動き 足元が暖かい? 気が?した?笑
あとは 紅葉がキレイでした!
水場は自己責任で行かれます
急に寒いです
シャトルバスに乗り換える か ツアーバスでしか 上まで行かれない
2023・10・30
mint lavender — Google review
(Translated by Google) On a weekday at the end of April, we had an early lunch at Hase no Michi-no-Eki and headed for Wakegui Pass. The bus leaves just above the parking lot. If you put your pet in a bag that does not show your face, you can ride the bus at a child rate. I couldn't feel the magnetism, but I felt relaxed. Hiking from Bungui Pass looks good.
(Original)
4月末の平日に 長谷の道の駅で早目の昼食を食べ 分杭峠へ向かう。駐車場のすぐ上からバスが出る。ペットは、顔が出ないバックに入れればバスに子供料金で乗れる。磁気を感じることはできなかったが、ゆったりした気分になった。分杭峠からハイキングも良さそう。
Takashi Katayama — Google review
(Translated by Google) Place where there is a signboard for Bungui Pass. I'm happy with the signboard explaining the Central Tectonic Line.
It seems to be a famous power spot.I went in May, but it's cold in the mountains of Nagano Prefecture, so wear warm clothes.
There are quite a lot of people in the power spot called Kiba.It's like a surreal skit with many people mysteriously sitting on tree benches.
It's my second time, but I don't feel anything at all
But there are times when people get sick.Even if it takes time, believe in yourself and recover or accept it and live a reasonably happy life
There is no parking lot, so you will have to use the parking lot at the shuttle bus stop.
With flush toilet
I came when there was no shuttle bus yet.
At that time, I was giving a little back to people who held out their hands
When I was sleeping comfortably at the edge of the upper shuttle bus stop, someone came to me with my hand! I shouted mysteriously, so I left immediately, but when I came this time, there were stones piled up there, so is it a serious power spot? Does it seem like someone in the know understands?
(Original)
分杭峠の看板がある場所 中央構造線の説明看板が嬉しい
パワースポットとして有名らしい 5月に行ったが長野県の山の中だから寒いので暖かい服装でいきましょう
気場と呼ばれるパワースポットにはかなり人が多い 樹のベンチにたくさんの人が謎に座ってるのはシュールなコントみたい
自分は2度目だがまったく何も感じず
でも人って病む時あるよね 時間がかかってでも自分を信じて立ち直るなり受け入れるなりしてそこそこ幸せに生きましょう
駐車場はないのでシャトルバス乗り場の駐車場を使う事になる
水洗トイレあり
まだシャトルバスもない頃に来ている
当時は手をかざす人にちょい引いてた
上のシャトルバス乗り場の端っこで気持ちよく寝てたら手をかざす人が来てここだ!と謎に叫んでたのですぐに離れたが今回来てそこに石が積まれていたのでまさかのガチパワースポットなのか?わかる人にはわかるらしい?
ohitorisama go — Google review
(Translated by Google) Bunkui Pass is a power spot that I have wanted to go to for a long time.
From the previous day, we rented a car from Nagoya City and drove directly to Komagane City.We were told that we would not be able to go to Bunkui Pass, so we arrived at the parking lot 10 minutes early as the morning shuttle bus was scheduled to run from 8am. There were only 3 groups including myself.
We arrived at Bunkui Pass in about 10 minutes from the parking lot.
It takes less than 5 minutes to get from the parking lot to the Kiba.
Due to time constraints, I was only able to spend about 30 minutes, but I could feel my fingertips tingling.
I was told that the Ura-Kiba area from the parking lot to the drinking fountain was more treacherous, but I decided not to go there this time as bears were likely to appear.
(Original)
ずっと前から行きたかったパワースポットの分杭峠です。
前日から名古屋市からレンタカーで駒ヶ根市に前乗り車で直接、分杭峠には行けないとの事で朝のシャトルバスが8時から運行との事で10分前に駐車場に到着、お客さんは自分を含めて3組だけでした。
駐車場から約10分で分杭峠に到着しました。
駐車場から気場まで約5分もかからずに行けます。
時間の都合上30分ほどしかいれなかったですが手の指先がビリビリと感じる事が出来ました。
駐車場から水飲場にある裏気場はもっと気が強いとの事でしたが熊が出没するとの事で今回はやめておきました。
wankorochan — Google review
(Translated by Google) It's a place where you'll be happy if you can feel it by all means. A person I met in Kobe during the off-season told me that the water sales floor below this place made my hands go numb. Is it the influence of the magnetic field on my second selfie? It was a feeling. It was a picture of feeling trapped in a soap bubble of light. The area around the face is white and blurry, and it's a little scary. I took a series of shots, but they were all different. Aren't magnetic fields something that changes at a dizzying pace?
By the way, the water here is too expensive 😅 Because of the typhoon's landslide, there was no place to collect water, and there was no sign of repairs. The first time I went there, I sometimes saw 500ml bottles, but the second time I saw only 2L bottles? "Water and buses are expensive, but this place is amazing."
Still full of out-of-prefecture numbers.
(Original)
是非もなく感じられれば幸いな場所かと。シーズンオフ中現地で知り合った神戸の方はここより下の水売り場がとにかく手がピリピリ痺れると仰ってました。ワタシは2回目にして自撮り数枚が磁場の影響?な感じでした。光のシャボン玉のなかに閉じ込められた感じの写真でした。顔まわりは白くぼやけてちょっとこわいくらい。連写で撮ったけどみんな違うものでした。磁場って目まぐるしくかわってるモノなんですかね?
ちなみにここのお水ひいちゃうくらい高すぎ😅 台風の土砂崩れで水汲み場がなくなり通行止め、改修する様子もなく皆様はありがたくお水購入。初めて行った時々は500mlボトルあったけど2回目は2Lボトルしか見かけなかったような? 水もバスもお高めだけどここってすごい。
それでも県外ナンバーでいっぱい。
???? — Google review
(Translated by Google) I was unable to experience any strange sensations due to my insensitivity as usual,
The shuttle bus driver pulled out a compass and showed us, ``This place is working well today!''
Apparently, the strength of the magnetic field changes with time? I wonder if it is? ?
However, the compass on my smartphone did not work, but halfway through the trip it froze and I was no longer able to search for directions using GPS.
At the time of my visit (October, altitude 1424M), there was only one shuttle bus per hour, so you'd be in the ``Kiba'' area for an hour, so you'll need to take some measures to protect yourself from the cold.
The lady at the shuttle bus ticket counter, the driver, and the elderly father at Kiba.
Enjoy “Bunkui Pass”! Feel it! Have fun! ! It had a sense of ~, and I felt that they had devised a way to make it work as entertainment.
(Original)
相変わらずの鈍感力発揮で不思議な感覚は味わうことが出来ませんでしたが、
シャトルバスの運転手さんが「今日はここが良く動く!」と言ってコンパスを取り出して見せてくれました。
どうやら、時間によって磁場の強さが移動しているよう? のかなぁ??
ただスマホのコンパスは動きませんでしたが、途中からは固まってしまい、GPSで方向を検索できなくなりました。
伺った時期(10月、標高1424M)はシャトルバスが1時間に1本程度のなので1時間は「気場」にいることになるのである程度の防寒対策は必要と思います。
シャトルバスのチケット売り場のお姉さんも、運転手さんも気場にいる年配のお父さんも
「分杭峠」味わってね!感じてね!楽しんでいってね!!~感があって、エンタメとしても成立させるような工夫が感じられました。
栞のテーマ — Google review
(Translated by Google) Participate in a bus tour from Shinjuku. I didn't feel anything in this area, which is said to be a magnetic field, but I felt a tingling sensation in other places. The small buses were quite old and there were a lot of them, and the souvenir shop in front of the magnetic field had a trick feel to it, which made me feel like I was traveling.
If you are going by your own car instead of on a tour, you will probably need to change to a shuttle bus near this souvenir shop (as there are no parking spaces around the magnetic field).
(Original)
新宿からのバスツアーに参加。ここが磁場と言われてる所では何も感じなかったけど、他ではビリビリしたりした。小型バスがかなり古くて色々あったのと、磁場の手前のお土産屋さんがトリック感を出してて旅気分が上がった。
ツアーではなく個人の車で行く場合、このお土産屋辺りでシャトルバスに乗り換える必要がありそう(磁場周辺は駐車スペースが無いので)。
Akko — Google review
(Translated by Google) Visited in the afternoon on a weekday.
From the Tokyo area, it takes about an hour to arrive via the National Highway from the Ina Interchange on the Chuo Expressway.
Park your car at the Awasawa parking lot and take the shuttle bus.
Price is 1,000 yen for adults (round trip)
It seems like there is one round trip every 30 minutes to an hour.
I felt sleepy on the bus on the way there (maybe it just felt good because I was shaking a lot lol)
I arrived and headed to Kiba.
It had rained the day before, so the sitting area was damp, so I recommend bringing something to prevent stains, such as a leisure sheet.
There is a danger of landslides and bears may appear at the waterhole, so go at your own risk.
When I went to the water, I felt sleepy and my palms were tingling.
The place that struck me most was the break in the brown fence just below the tent (full of stones piled up) above the bus stop on the way home.
When I put my hand over it, warm air flowed through it and I felt tingly!
There is also a place near the bus stop that sells water called Prana Zero Magnetic Field, which seems to be Kiba.
(Original)
平日のお昼過ぎに訪問。
東京方面からは、中央自動車道の伊那インターから国道を通って1時間ほどで到着しました。
車は粟沢駐車場に停めてシャトルバスで行きます。
料金は大人1,000円(往復)
30分から1時間に1往復しているようです。
行きのバスで眠気を感じ(かなり揺られたので気持ち良かっただけかも笑)
到着して気場に向かいました。
前日に雨が降ってたので座る所は湿っていたのでレジャーシートなどの汚れ防止になるようなアイテムを持って行くことをおすすめします。
水場は崖崩れの危険や熊の出没もあるそうで自己責任で行く感じみたいです。
水場に行くと眠気を感じ、手のひらもピリピリしました。
私が1番気を感じた所は帰りのバスの停留所の上にあるテント(石がいっぱい積み上げられている)のすぐ下にある茶色い柵の切れ目です。
手をかざすと温かい空気が流れてビリビリしました!
行きのバス停の近くにあるプラーナ零磁場というお水を売っている所も気場らしいです。
mika — Google review
(Translated by Google) The air space was so quiet that I could even hear the sound of leaves falling in the distance, and when I closed my eyes I could feel where they were falling. Although there was no sunlight and the temperature was low, I didn't feel too cold.
On the way down from the bus stop to Kiba, my hands felt tingly, and in some places it was strong.
I have a bad hip and sometimes it hurts and feels like it's coming out, but after going to Bunkui Pass, it's gone much less.
(Original)
気場は静寂な空間で、遠くで葉っぱが落ちる音まで聞こえて、目を閉じるとどこで落ちているのかを感じました。日差しがなく気温が低かった割にはあまり寒さを感じませんでした。
バス乗り場から 気場まで降りる道では手がビリビリする感じがあり、場所によっては強いところがありました。
私は股関節が悪く、痛みや抜けたような感じがすることがありましたが、分杭峠に行って来たあとは随分少なくなりました。
青龍柔門(陰陽五行研究実践者369) — Google review
(Translated by Google) I stopped by on my bike and was surprised at how beautiful the autumn leaves were. You will never forget the view of the mountains all covered in autumn leaves. I've been driving there a lot lately, but I've only been there once late at night. There were no cars or people around, so I thought I'd take a nap in a nearby vacant lot, but I was surprised to hear a woman's voice clearly chatting. Things like "What is that person doing?" and "I wonder what it is." I still don't know if there were really people around at midnight. Maybe Akiba Kodo? Was there anyone there? Well, I went to a nearby roadside station thinking it was really dangerous, but I'll be more careful in the future. This area is beautiful during the fall foliage season, so I thought I'd take some pictures of where I often take a break. I'll also add the view from the top.
(Original)
バイクで立ち寄りましたが秋の紅葉がとても綺麗で驚きました。辺り一面が紅葉した山々で色づく景色は忘れられません。最近ではドライブで良く訪れるのですが、一度だけ深夜に通った事があります。周りには車も人も全く居ないので付近の空き地で少し仮眠を取ろうと思ったのですが、女性の声でハッキリと雑談してる声が聞こえてビックリしました。「あの人何してるんだろう?」「何だろうねぇー」みたいに。未だに真夜中の0時頃に本当に人がいたのかは分かりませんが。もしかしたら秋葉古道?って場所に誰か居たかな?まぁ、とりあえず流石にヤバいと思って近くの道の駅に行きましたが、今後は気をつけたいと思います。紅葉の時期だとこの辺りは綺麗なんで良く休憩する場所の写真はっておきますかね。あと、頂上の景色も追加しておきます。
野獣先輩 — Google review
(Translated by Google) I didn't feel any energy or spiritual sensations, as some people have said. Maybe I'm insensitive.
But since it's deep in the mountains, I was able to enjoy forest bathing, and I think it's not a bad place to visit at least once to have a conversation.
The shuttle bus costs 1,000 yen for a round trip for adults.
By the time we returned, there was a long wait for parking, so it might be better to visit in the morning.
(Original)
口コミにあるような、氣を感じたとかスピリチュアル的な体感は無かった。きっと私は鈍感なんだろう。
でもまぁ山深いところなので森林浴を楽しめたのと、話のタネに一度くらいは訪れても悪くない場所かと。
シャトルバスは往復大人1000円。
自分たちが帰る頃には駐車場待ちが発生していたので、午前中に訪れるほうがよいかも。
Narai-juku is a charming and well-preserved Edo-era hamlet nestled in the mountainous Kiso Valley along the Nakasendo Trail. The wooden temples, museums, souvenir shops, and historical architecture offer visitors a unique glimpse into Japan's rich cultural heritage. From traditional Japanese crafts to hidden views and shrines, this quaint post town has something for everyone to appreciate.
Wonderful town~ I went here shortly after the new year and was pleased to find it devoid of the usual horde of tourists. Finding peace, serenity and calm in this tiny town ~priceless experience~
J Lo Flo — Google review
Lovely and very well preserved old town. Even more beautiful as it was snowing when we were there. it was a quiet Monday morning when we arrived. Even the parking was free (we parked next to the steam train)
Kee Lam Ho — Google review
Although it was a short trip due to a tight schedule, a visit to Narai of a Thousand Houses was truly fascinating and unforgettable. Highly recommended to stay for a night here of possible.
Kyujin Kim — Google review
Merchants and samurais used to pass through Narai, and similar other post towns when they are travelling back and fro from Kyoto to Tokyo (Edo). This is a scenic town at the foot of a hill (at the end of Narai town, where one can take a shower hike up to see the entire rows of houses flanking a single road. The shrine in the middle of the town is an interesting visit too with a large tree.
In Summer, it is best to visit in the morning or afternoon (after 2pm) as the sun direction will create shade on either side of the path so it's a more pleasant walk.
Parking is convenient at the roadside station and the town is connected by a scenic rail that cuts through the valley to Narai village.
Rtexal Tan — Google review
Pretty little town on the famous Kiso Road. Following in the footsteps of Samurai (!), we walked the main street and visited the museum.
There are plenty of souvenir shops, all if which were reasonable. We had a long chat with one of the store owners (in English) - she was genuinely friendly and welcoming.
Worth the trip
Mike T — Google review
This quaint and well-preserved post town of Narai-juku is located in the mountainous Kiso Valley. All the building have been restored and it feels like you’ve stepped back in time to the Edo period. Most of the shops sell traditional Japanese crafts ranging from lacquerware bowls, plates, cups, trays, and soba cups along with various souvenirs.
Annie Sobol — Google review
It was sort of , yes , an older city feel but arriving it wasn't quite what I thought it was and still there is some modern touches to the OLD CITY area that eh , idk mixed feelings there. Couldn't get a good shot either at times cause there are cars driving up and down too. I really didn't like it there so much. Sorry I am a purist when it comes to original and old things even down to seeing the Incan ruins , ancient Rome , Greece, and the pyramids.... so any touch of modern kills it for me.
Troy Eckhart — Google review
Lovely well preserved Edo period town in the middle of the mountains. Well worth the day trip if you get the chance. We visited on a weekday in April and there were very few tourists around, it was almost as if we had the whole place to ourselves. The town folk are very lovely and there are loads of giftshops where you can buy locally crafted souvenirs.
if you’re visiting Japan and have a Rail Pass you can make the trip via the Shinano train + Chuō line with no extra charge.
Ricardo Santos — Google review
Naraijuku is a well conserved traditional Japanese town in Nagano's Kiso Valley region. It was developed in 17th to 19th century for travellers as a mid point stopover between Kyoto and Tokyo. Beautiful rustic ambience. Good place for a slow lazy day to chill.
CK Cheong — Google review
The train ride from Matsumoto to Narai takes less than an hour.
We arrived today at Narai-juku at around 14.30 and continued walking for about 15 minutes. Indeed, most of the buildings are old but still well maintained.
Some of the tree leaves have started to turn yellow, some are turning red, they are very beautiful. According to information, there will be more and better visits in mid Nov - mid Dec.
Some shops are still open but almost all restaurants are closed at that time.
Iskandar Zulkarnain — Google review
Although Magome and Tsumago is great , imo , this has the better vibe and flat road all the way , great for families and older people . Please also visit the Kiso bridge . Park near the Narai station ( free) .
Choo HengHeng — Google review
Visiting Narai-Juku was an amazing experience with friendly people at every corner. The views are amazing and all the shops and inns are very welcoming. The little area has so many things to see from historical architecture, to shrines, temples, and hidden views. This is a great place to visit and take some time to slow down and appreciate.
pawel puczko — Google review
Finally did a day trip to Naraijuku because most of the lodging places are booked so I booked Matsumoto for return lodging but leave from Nagano station to Shiojiri then about an hour bus ride ( 100yen) to Naraijuku station . Walking at Naraijuku preserved houses, restaurants , shops and cafe was like travel to a Time Machine and took me back to the Japanese Edo period . It was fantastic for some like me who is crazy about photography . I spend few hours visiting most of the shops and chi chat with shop owners , the story I got from the old ladies and man are really precious. I only ends the trip at the shrine so I will be back to continue my part II .
Annie Chang — Google review
Amazing street with friendly people. Going at the end of January, not much was open, but it also there was nearly nobody there, making great pictures. The restaurants/shops that were open, were amazing and accommodating of us!
Billy — Google review
What a charming place! It's my favorite among the postal towns. I visited in mid-August during their Shrine's annual festival, and surprisingly, it wasn't as crowded as I expected. It felt like a journey back in time, and I absolutely enjoyed the local atmosphere. I strongly recommend checking out the Former Nakamura Family Residence to get a peek inside their traditional homes.
Maria — Google review
A fun glimpse into historic shops and homes from the Edo period. Touring through one of the family homes was definitely worth the small admission fee (300JPY). I love that all the shops are small businesses, it was cool to chat with owners and ask them questions. It wasn’t all mass-made kitschy objects, there were lots of handmade souvenirs to browse.
Everything closes by ~4pm in the fall 2023 and it gets quite cold, just be aware of that when planning your trip. The train runs only every 60-90 minutes. Not too crowded either, there were definitely a number of tourists but not at all overwhelming, it was easy to find time to explore each shop and chat with the small business owners.
Andrew Smith — Google review
Perhaps it was a Monday..., the place was rather quiet (& I'm not complaining) and most shops were shut.
Beautiful little old town with old persevered houses. We were here in autumn so there were red n orange leaves to dry the background. I'm wondering during summer, what could be the enchanting factor.
There are no admission charges.
金Ck — Google review
Narai-Juku, nestled within the picturesque Kiso Valley in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, stands as a time-honored gem embodying the essence of the Edo period’s post town culture. As one of the most well-preserved and charming examples of its kind, Narai-Juku beckons travelers to step back in time and immerse themselves in the rich history and traditions of old Japan.
Established along the Nakasendo, one of the five major highways connecting Edo (modern-day Tokyo) to Kyoto during the Edo period, Narai-Juku flourished as a vital rest stop and trading hub for weary travelers and merchants journeying between the imperial capital and the seat of the shogunate. Its strategic location amidst lush mountains and pristine rivers made it a pivotal point along the route, offering respite, refreshment, and commerce to those traversing the rugged terrain.
Today, Narai-Juku stands as a beautifully preserved testament to its storied past, with its well-preserved traditional buildings, cobblestone streets, and tranquil atmosphere transporting visitors to a bygone era. Strolling through its charming thoroughfare, lined with quaint wooden inns, merchant houses, and historic landmarks, one can’t help but feel a sense of nostalgia for a simpler time.
Whether exploring its cultural heritage at the local museum, sampling regional delicacies at traditional eateries, or simply soaking in the serene ambiance of this historic enclave, Narai-Juku offers a captivating journey into Japan’s rich historical tapestry, inviting travelers to experience the timeless beauty of its post town charm.
Nathan Chen — Google review
This post town has a wild west feeling. All the buildings are oriented slightly angled to the street making it feel as if you are getting squeezed into a funnel. All shops were shut during a recent winter hike through there. Very photogenic
Paul Welsh — Google review
I always have a soft spot for quaint Japanese post town like Takayama and Narai-juku. No regret taking a 2-hr drive here one way from Kawaguchiko. Very little foreign tourists and the vibe is simply charming. There are souvenir shops, cafes and local restaurants. They may looked like they are closed but they are open for business. It’s a 1km+ long street lined with shops on both sides. Be prepared to spend at least 2-3hrs especially if taking a break for snack, coffee or meal.
Nestled amidst lush woods and towering mountains, Taisho Ike Pond is a serene lake area offering various outdoor activities such as hiking and boating. The pond's tranquil waters beautifully mirror the surrounding peaks, while the "Standing dead trees" create a captivating landscape that changes with the seasons. Formed in the early 20th century by an eruption of Mount Yai, this picturesque pond is renowned for its reflection of Mt. Yakedake and golden larch trees.
Very beautiful place to see the stunning views of Japan alps. The water in this pond is so clear that you can see the bottom of the pond. In a good weather day, you can see the mountains reflected on the pond. If you want to visit this place and want to make a short walking to Kappa bridge (3 km), getting off the bus at Taisho-ike bus stop.
Monkey D Boommie — Google review
A stunning lake view, a great start point to the miraculous trip to kamigochi. It does worth to spend few day here to feel how amazing our nature is.
Yvette Wong — Google review
On holidays driving in Japan, Takayama to Matsumoto 4th April 2024 stopped at Nakanoyu shop (closed) to see if road is open to Taisho Ike pond. Security guard at tunnel said road is closed to cars, but you can walk. We walked 3.1km approx. 1.5 hours thru a 1.6km tunnel & then 590m long tunnel uphill. Tunnels had a walking path and well lit. Great walk and beautiful scenery. Toilet at pond was open but snow around building and hotel there was closed, no vending machines. Pond was nice but the mountain scenery was amazing. Kappa bridge 3km from pond with thick snow on road and weather closing in so we didn't go. Less than a hour walk back. We were lucky with weather.
No proper legal parking at tunnel entry.
Alex T — Google review
25 buildings in a compound, with 9 designated as monuments. For a price of 600 yen, it's definitely cheaper than visiting a single house in the village for 400 yen. However, walking thru the village with villagers living next door is more rewarding and offers a better experience
Soong In Hui — Google review
I advise you to drop off the bus on this stop, and then walk along the river until Miyojin pond (6km) and then come back to kappa Bridge where you take the bus to come back. Total 9km, 3h going slow and stopping to take pictures.
Vitor Martins — Google review
Great trekking areas for people of all ages. Many scenic views.
B T — Google review
Stunning view
The road (walkway) that connects the kamikochi bus stop and taisho pond is very beautiful.
Mahady Hasan Rayhan — Google review
Get on from Matsumoto bus terminal at 5.30 and get off at Taisho Pond.
Because it was still morning the temperature was 3 degrees Celsius.
The view is really cool, entering autumn the leaves are starting to turn yellow. The water also looks clear and clean.
Iskandar Zulkarnain — Google review
Taisho Ike Pond is a beautiful alpine pond located in the Kamikochi Valley in Nagano Prefecture, Japan. It is known for its crystal clear water, its stunning mountain scenery, and its peaceful atmosphere.
I recently visited Taisho Ike Pond, and I was absolutely blown away. The pond is even more beautiful than I imagined. The water is crystal clear, and you can see the bottom of the pond even in the deepest areas. The surrounding mountains are stunning, and the reflection of the mountains in the water is simply breathtaking.
I also loved the peaceful atmosphere. There is a sense of tranquility and serenity at the pond that is hard to find anywhere else. I spent hours sitting by the pond and enjoying the scenery.
Overall, I had an amazing experience. It is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been. I highly recommend a visit if you are looking for a peaceful and unforgettable experience.
Here are some of the things I loved about Taisho Ike Pond:
- The crystal clear water
- The stunning mountain scenery
- The peaceful atmosphere
- The variety of activities to enjoy, such as hiking, boating, and fishing
Neil Eichenberger — Google review
It’s the must to visit before going to Kamikochi. Taking off the bus one stop before Kamikochi and walk from this stop 3 km to Kamikochi to enjoy the scenery along the way. It’s crowded on weekends.
Rintrlapas Lertsirikajorn — Google review
Snow shoeing tour with Little Peak company. Amazing tour guide- Game, bento box with amazing views
Ahola — Google review
The walk there was 4 stars. Because of recent flooding some of the paths were blocked off. Because of that you miss some of the best parts of the pond. If you have all day it’s worth the hike. If you don’t go to the other pond.
Q Man — Google review
When going over from matsumoto bus terminal, highly recommend to drop at taisho ike pond first instead of going to kamikochi bus terminal. Wait for the sunrise and be amazed! Then hike over to kappa bridge.
(Translated by Google) This toilet will give five stars. In addition to the rather special and beautiful shape, the inside is clean (this is the basic of most Japanese public toilets), and it tells you how far you are in the next toilet.
(Original)
這個廁所要給五顆星。除了造型相當特別與美觀外,裡面清潔乾淨(這是日本大部分公廁的基本)外,還很貼心地告訴你下個廁所裡你多遠,非常貼心。
Giant Su — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is in good condition. It's 100 yen. I paid it properly.
(Original)
よく整備されています。100円です。ちゃんと払いました。
?????? — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is a relatively clean toilet.
You can use it with or without feeling that you can add 100 yen at a time.
Kappa Bridge, the toilet in front of you.
(Original)
比較的きれいなトイレです。
気持ちで1回100円を入れてようをたすか、入れなくても使用は可能です。
河童橋、目の前のトイレ。
???? — Google review
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Kamikōchi Azumi, Matsumoto, Nagano 390-1516, Japan
Takatō Castle is a renowned park known for its stunning cherry blossom display. The park encompasses the ruins of an ancient castle and is located at a distance, but worthwhile if in the vicinity. Although it was shut on a snowy day, driving around the area was enchanting. It is an exquisite location to visit.
Although it was drizzling but the full bloomed Sakura trees put a smile on our faces . It's totally worth the visit . Take note that the parking fee is 1000 yen abd entrance fee for adult is 600 yen.
Choo HengHeng — Google review
A place you don't wanna miss when you visit Nagano Prefecture. Sakura season here hits different from other places. History of the ruins and how it was built to stand today. About 1500 sakura tress and the beautiful scenery of the central Alps between sakura tress. Truly a gem in Ina City, Nagano.
Jerry is Black — Google review
Very beautiful place to Visit
JAPAN SHOWTIME — Google review
Visit on 15 April 2024. Really had amazing time there! Recommend!!
bbenyyyy — Google review
Luckily, we were there at the peak of cherry blossoms, we really enjoyed and satisfied our stay.
Miyuki Nagai — Google review
Except for the cherry blossom and Momiji season, only a few visitors here
I love these silence seasons’ atmosphere
R Hunter — Google review
A must visit during the Cherry Blossom season!
Marco Paulo Diala — Google review
Went on 10/4, all the Sakura flowers wilted at the castle site despite of the shuttle bus still functioning for the event.
Quite disappointed with the forecast. We just walked around for less than 1hour.
Good things are, we still get to see some beautiful Sakura during the one hour bus journey.
If the flowers were still in full blossom, I believed the castle is the best Sakura viewing spot for its high density of Sakura trees.
Alovin vin Mummy — Google review
1000 ienes to park a car, and it is not in full bloom yet.
Visit here only if you like to spend money parking.
Ana Paula M — Google review
I understand it's a bit of a drive, however it's worth it if you're in the area. On the day I tried to visit it was closed due to unexpected snow, however simply driving around the streets was magical.
Jonathan Webster — Google review
Takato is the best! Planted 1500 cherry blossom trees for the masses to enjoy
Michael Truong — Google review
Beautiful
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Takatomachi Higashitakato, Ina, Nagano 396-0213, Japan
The Suwa Taisha Upper Main Shrine (Kamisha Honmiya) is a vast complex comprising wooden Shinto shrines, worship halls, and sculptures located in the serene forest of mountain foothills. The site is well-maintained by staff dressed in traditional attire who perform blessings such as safe travels for visitors. The shrine stamps are available here, adding to the experience. The sumo shrines are also worth visiting.
Visited this famous shrine in Nagano every new year these years. Love the atmosphere and you can eat and shop along the way to the shrine. Parking area is too busy during new year holiday but lucky enough to fine some vacancy a bit far from the spot.
Cecilia Chen — Google review
We enjoyed this shrine very much, tranquilly located on the edge of a forest and seemingly in harmony with the grand, towering trees that surround it. It is hard to appreciate Shinto shrines if you are not Japanese, or don't have a cultural and aesthetic understanding of their meaning, architecture and significance. But this one is just naturally attractive even if, like us, you have little understanding of what you are looking at. So much beautiful wood in the construction, and a pleasing absence of the signage that seems ubiquitous at many such places and that so badly mars the aesthetics.
Easy to get to by car, with free parking available nearby. Not sure how to go about getting here by public transport.
Howard Banwell — Google review
This was a huge complex. I liked how everyone was dressed in traditional clothes and taking care of the site. It was cool to see a blessing being performed for safe travels for a truck driver and his companion. I was able to get the shrine stamps here. Everything was so well kept. I liked the sumo shrines that where as well which was cool. After visiting here I ate some nice jelly like noodles at a nearby shop which was perfect for the very hot day.
Scott Combs — Google review
This is the biggest of the four Suwa Taisha shrines.
Lmts of interesting buildings and stuff. I enjoyed much here.
The main god is famous for Sumo wrestling.
星野浩 — Google review
30 mins from Suwa Akimiya and the parking is free.
Recommend to vist the 4 Jinjia at one time.
peifeng zhang — Google review
Beautiful shrine in the forest. I really liked it. A bit of a struggle to reach as buses were very infrequent.
Sophie Solioz — Google review
I visited in late January. One one hand it appears run-down—some structures were off-limits due to renovation, but on the other, it just feels really ancient. I did a little bit of research on this place prior to visiting (as we should, to appreciate the place more), and I knew this shrine is very culturally significant and one of the main ones in the country. It’s considered a power spot by many, but the only power I felt was the cold fingers of winter tucking themselves down behind my neck. It was cold. This shrine is one of the Suwa shrines that house the sacred logs that some brave, brave people ride down a mountainside during a festival that’s held every 6 years or so. I forget the name. I’m writing this on my phone half-dizzy after a strenuous hike.
Adrian Santos — Google review
This area has many beautiful shrines. The Shrines are all next to the mountains, so you feel connected to nature. It is a really peaceful here.
Alexie Mobley — Google review
Suwa Grand Shrine (Japanese: 諏訪大社 Hepburn: Suwa taisha), historically also known as Suwa Shrine (諏訪神社 Suwa Jinja) or Suwa Daimyōjin (諏訪大明神), is a Shinto shrine in Nagano Prefecture, Japan. It is considered to be one of the oldest shrines in existence, being implied by the Nihon Shoki to already stand in the late 7th century. It certainly carries a pride of place and there are thousand year old trees around the shrine. Set in a peaceful tranquil forest. A Shinto ceremony was held as we passed by for a large Japanese company and its staff.
Lake Suwa, situated in the heart of Nagano Prefecture, is a serene body of water with a circumference of 16.2 kilometers and an elevation of 759 meters. During winter, the frozen lake becomes a unique spectacle as anglers and skaters create holes on the ice to fish. The phenomenon known as "Goshen" occurs when the ice cracks and rises over a meter due to shrinkage and expansion.
A warming hot spring town in Nakano. We stayed in front of the lake and enjoyed the impressive dining and excellent fire work. We should stay longer and walk alone the lake. That should be a wonderful thing.
許志忠 — Google review
Such cool calm tranquil place. Very much kids friendly place. Worth the visit. Can visit everyday as well. Good workout area as well
Anu preethi — Google review
Beautiful at night! They say it's the inspiration for Shinkai's 2016 masterpiece Your Name, which after viewing this lake at night, I would wholeheartedly agree!
Sunny Liu — Google review
Such cool calm tranquil place. Very much kids friendly place. Worth the visit. Can visit everyday as well. Good workout area as well
Anupreethi S — Google review
Beautiful lake, beautiful town. Loved that vibes around this town
Hendro Buditjahjono — Google review
Beautiful lake , night view is amazing 😯
Mohammed Rafi — Google review
Lake Suwa was the inspiration for the lake in the widely-loved 2016 anime Your Name (Kimi no Nawa)-Source Internet.
Distance around the lake is 16 km so we can go round the lake. 🫶🏻
Mamata Thapa Magar — Google review
Nice view!! Love this lake and hope to spend a few days in here on next trip
david or — Google review
Good for a stop and view the lake
Sze Wee Tan — Google review
Super pretty lake from “Kimi no nawa, your name”. Suggest visiting at night as the view is amazing. Highly recommended to visit if you’re passing by.
Celestine — Google review
nice lake to chill and take a walk !
recommended if you are around the area .
Spyder — Google review
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Nagano, Japan
I'll never travel to Matsumoto without this trip planner again
Lake Suwa, situated in the heart of Nagano Prefecture, is a serene body of water with a circumference of 16.2 kilometers and an elevation of 759 meters. During winter, the frozen lake becomes a unique spectacle as anglers and skaters create holes on the ice to fish. The phenomenon known as "Goshen" occurs when the ice cracks and rises over a meter due to shrinkage and expansion.
A warming hot spring town in Nakano. We stayed in front of the lake and enjoyed the impressive dining and excellent fire work. We should stay longer and walk alone the lake. That should be a wonderful thing.
許志忠 — Google review
Such cool calm tranquil place. Very much kids friendly place. Worth the visit. Can visit everyday as well. Good workout area as well
Anu preethi — Google review
Beautiful at night! They say it's the inspiration for Shinkai's 2016 masterpiece Your Name, which after viewing this lake at night, I would wholeheartedly agree!
Sunny Liu — Google review
Such cool calm tranquil place. Very much kids friendly place. Worth the visit. Can visit everyday as well. Good workout area as well
Anupreethi S — Google review
Beautiful lake, beautiful town. Loved that vibes around this town
Hendro Buditjahjono — Google review
Beautiful lake , night view is amazing 😯
Mohammed Rafi — Google review
Lake Suwa was the inspiration for the lake in the widely-loved 2016 anime Your Name (Kimi no Nawa)-Source Internet.
Distance around the lake is 16 km so we can go round the lake. 🫶🏻
Mamata Thapa Magar — Google review
Nice view!! Love this lake and hope to spend a few days in here on next trip
david or — Google review
Good for a stop and view the lake
Sze Wee Tan — Google review
Super pretty lake from “Kimi no nawa, your name”. Suggest visiting at night as the view is amazing. Highly recommended to visit if you’re passing by.
Celestine — Google review
nice lake to chill and take a walk !
recommended if you are around the area .
If you're a whiskey enthusiast visiting Yamanashi, the Suntory Hakushu Distillery is a must-visit destination. Here, you can delve into the rich history and craftsmanship behind Hakushu Single Malt Whiskey while immersing yourself in its cultural significance. Expert staff will guide you through the distillery, allowing you to experience the sights, smells, and sounds of whiskey production.
Did a remote tour of the distillery and it was great! The attached photos are the remote tour “kit” that they deliver shortly before the Zoom tour. The tour is entirely in Japanese, so some language ability is required. Very informative and very good! Looking forward to visit in person.
Zachary Hubbell — Google review
A nice whiskey distillery tour. The tour of manufacturing process is good, probably there is somewhere better but this tour is good enough if I’m really honest. If you don’t speak Japanese, you will have a headset with different languages recordings.
What makes this tour different is the fact that they spends quite a lot of time in the tasting sessions. It explains the whiskey flavour profile in a lots more details compared to all of my previous tours in different distilleries/ château. Also the tasting session was done in a nicely decorated room which make the whole experience better! And one of the highlights is the paid whiskey tasting in the bar! You can try those rare/ old whiskey in a reasonable price such 30 years Hibiki at ¥5000. On top, you can purchase 1 bottle of Hakushu at retail which is a must buy! Definitely worth visiting!
Jason Fung — Google review
Being a huge whisky fan, it is an honour to be able to visit the distillery. Do book in advance to get a tour (where a guide will share about the distillery in Japanese, they have a phone which English translation is provided). If you can't get a tour, you can book to visit the distillery on your own.
The best part is to try out their whisky and unfortunately only 3 types are served per pax. I wish I could drink more as I love their whisky a lot.
This distillery is simply amazing whereby we got to see the malting, mashing, fermentation, distillation and maturation processes.
Song Yong Low — Google review
Really neat distillery, highly recommend visiting if you can, just make sure you make reservations online as far in advance as possible. The tasting afterwards was fun. Get to the store before the tour if planning to buy whiskey since they will sell out of the daily quota quickly.
Bryan Harris — Google review
This is by far one of the best Japanese single malts I have ever tasted, it’s got the light colour and distinct island taste. Perfectly paired with Japanese foods especially teppanyaki.
Sathish Umapathy — Google review
Good experience go on the tour of the Distillery. It is in Japanese but foreigners are given a hand held device in their selected language. The bar has many Suntory brand whisky to offer and at amazing prices, many not found even in bars in Tokyo. The water they offer at the bar is directly from the mountain and it was delicious, best tasting water ever!
Only disappointment is there is no whisky to be bought at their shop. Many other souvenirs though. Have to go early as the bar and shop close at 4:30pm. We were rushed.
Carnivore HK — Google review
I gotta say, this distillery is one of the Best distilleries I’ve visited in Japan! Its set in a serene and beautiful forest and the dram it produces is one of most sought after in the world!
I highly recommend the ¥1000 whisky tour as they take you on a beautiful journey around the distillery plus the free tasting and highball making class at the end is well worth it.
Downside is it’s a bit of a trek to get here, as the free shuttle is not as frequent as you’d expect!
Tip: cost efficient way to get to get here is to buy a 5 day Flexi JR East pass. this pass will cover you for travel for all Tokyo JR lines, won’t cover you travelling west to Osaka or Kyoto.
Fastest way to get here is a train from Shinjuku to Kobuchizawa and take the free shuttle. If you miss the shuttle the taxi is the best bet price estimate - ¥1500-¥2000.
PS: there’s no aged whisky or any hakushu at this distillery. They only have the Chita for ¥3500 or so.
Ed Li — Google review
I was fortunate enough to snag a tasting and factory tour spot while I was in Japan. Pretty easy to get to. Learning about their history and their process of making whisky was inspiring. I’ve enjoyed every bit of it. We went in a storage building and the first thing that hits you is the smell of the aging whisky. It’s not a smell for everyone, but it smelt good to me. In the end we got to make our own highballs. The best part was their bar. You can select 3 glasses at a time from their bar selection. I’ve picked some really good ones and then treated myself for another round. I would most likely go back.
Chris Payne — Google review
Totally worth the trip out here. The tour was very well presented and educational. After the tasting you get to check out the taste bar and try some of the best whiskeys in the world for a very reasonable price. Only negative was there weren't any bottles of whiskey for sale. Overall, still an amazing experience!!
Yee Lu — Google review
The tour is educational but the real treat is being able to purchase tastes of their rare whisky. I got to try 25 year whiskies for a little over $100 USD. Incredible! See my photos for the details of the flight
Mary N — Google review
Very nice visit of suntory natural mineral water and whisky distillery. Unfortunately due to Covid-19 we were not able to visit the whole distillery as the number of people was limited. But we were able to taste very rare and limited versions of suntory whiskies at a very affordable price. I recommend this visit, it was very pleasant.
Olivier Ory — Google review
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2913-1 Hakushucho Torihara, Hokuto, Yamanashi 408-0316, Japan
Nestled in the natural beauty of Yamanashi, the Yatsugatake Resort Outlet Mall offers a unique shopping experience with a backdrop of outdoor adventures. The mall features a variety of stores, including popular brands like Avirex, which often offer generous sales. While some shops have closed down, there are still three recommended outdoor stores to explore: Hardware, Colombia, and an Italian brand. The setting amidst the forest is picturesque and provides ample parking.
Avirex is one of our favorite brand. The sales lady was very kind and it was a lucky day yesterday because of the huge sale not only on Avirex but on most of the stores.
We went here during weekdays so it was a slack day and there were only few shoppers but I like it that way, we had a lot of time to choose without minding the cost and the limited items.
Angeli Rose Kajihara — Google review
This place used to be really enjoyable shopping mall, but now it’s dying out. Most tenants have left and there are a lot of vacant place. It doesn’t deserve to be visited at all, now. On top of that, free parking became toll parking. It was another disappointing point.
Y Y — Google review
Compact in size and major brand shops are missing but it’s like shopping in the middle of a forest and it feels good. The whole place closes at 7pm and dinner has to be pretty early if you want to eat there. Coupon discount with highway toll is available, and will save you almost the one way toll for shopping coupon!
Raymond Hung — Google review
It is a comfortable mall in the mountains and full of nature.
There are not many famous stores, but it is fun to search for outdoor and ethnic related bargains.
It is a wonderful place to relax slowly with a family on a sunny day.
Kaizo — Google review
This is like a ghost town outlet. The only reason I'm giving it 2 stars is because the burger restaurant which I thought was very good. Most stores here are closed. I wouldn't suggest coming here.
Scott K (Mr. Scott) — Google review
A generous rating as the location is wonderful, nice restaurants. 40% of shops seem closed down unfortunately. Nice to walk around.
Dee Karsan — Google review
Most of the stores have closed since I last went there. I do recommend the three outdoor stores there though. Hardware, Colombia and another Italian brand that I don't remember the name of.
Food choices are avarage.
Andreas Lundberg — Google review
The outlet is in a very nice setting, among the forest of 八ヶ岳. Plenty of parking area too. However, the range of shops are slightly limited, and mostly focus on outdoor clothing.
Jonathan Lo — Google review
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4000 Kobuchisawacho, Hokuto, Yamanashi 408-0044, Japan
Kobuchizawa, a former town in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, was merged into the city of Hokuto in 2006. This picturesque area is surrounded by boardinghouses, hotels, and ryokan inns. Visitors can enjoy activities such as horseback riding and skiing while also exploring art galleries and parks. With its charming accommodations and diverse attractions, Kobuchizawa offers a delightful retreat for travelers seeking relaxation and outdoor adventures.