Beautiful falls and rock formations, only a short hike to the shops and restaurants on top.

This is one of the most beautiful places to enjoy the autumn leaves in Yamanashi. If you visit Yamanashi for momiji season, I highly recommend stopping by this spot in Kofu.

Really beautiful place to visit if you're into hiking or sightseeing. Unfortunate that autumn was not in full yet but beautiful nonetheless.

Lovely waterfall tucked here! We took a small bus to the top of the mountain and walked down, and i really reccommend that route as it is less tiring. But you can also decide to hike! Theres a lot of tiny waterfalls along the way and the nature surrounding this area is just gorgeous!

Fantastic autumn foliage and nice scenic walk from "taki-ue" stop

Really nice hiking area with multiple lots of free parking. All of the main paths are paved so it is more like a walk rather than a hike. Their are also vending machines, restrooms and food stalls along the path. Best to arrive in the morning to beat most of the crowds. Also, there is a lot of construction on the way up and down the mountain, just be prepared.

I went on a rainy day in mid November, which is the perfect time to go because the autumn maple leaves look amazing! The hike could have been marked better with more English assistance, but otherwise it was pretty easy. The green line bus is reasonably priced, but comes about once an hour, so be careful about your return. I would highly recommend this hike!

Nice outing during autumn season. Lots of local tourists. Each ropeway carriage can take about 40 passengers. Nice view of the southern alps and Mount Fuji from afar.

The cable car ride that goes up to the mountain. Its 1500円 for an adult and well worth the journey. The views are amazing up there and there is a lot to see. Before going up the mountain in the cable, remember to wear good hiking and trail shoes because it isn't a normal walk on a man-made surface, it literally is a serious dirt and rock trail that can be dangerous if your ignorant. Its not advanced, just be prepared is all I say, if you want the best pictures and videos of the mountians and Mt. Fuji. Highly recommended visit for sure!

I loved the additional paths to explore after using the Gondola! The hike up to the Gondola was beautiful. I definitely recommend. Although the ticket price has gone up since when I first researched it. The round trip ticket price is now ¥1,500. Still worth it in my opinion.

Totally rip off. No views at top. No views along the journey. They pack the ropeway like sardines until you can’t even breathe properly. There wasn’t even alot of people they just waited for more people to arrive so they could maximize the number of people they can squeeze into 1 small train. Wouldn’t even sit this if free.

Ropeway up is short, just 5mins. The view is quite nice but will be best in autumn to see the colours of change. The street at the base are full of gems stone shops, if you are a collector, can choice some. A nice museum to visit there also. The Mitake Shosenkyo gorge is the key attraction, I will compare to Taiwan Takoro, if you have time, should hike along the path to the other end. Waterfall is nice. There a very interesting noodle shop just beside the big carpark, mimic the water flow noodles but in a special water feature on the table with the water constantly in move and change thru pipes below, it fresh from the river.

Just the size good for a day trip! We went to enjoy autumn leaves. The original schedule says every 20min running but it runs every 5min for high season. You will enjoy a nice view on the way and there are some easy walking place on the summit.

The gondola/mountain lift/ cable car is having limited capacity of ~30 folks and every twenty minutes - it’s a nice place to visit and glimpse view Fuji-San and do small treks on the top…. The golden koi fish pond in the starting station and the restaurant with soft serve on the top are nice

I had a really fun time picking peaches :) They were juicy and delicious. I ate 8 peaches in a day. Thank you for everything!

We picked apples and ate some of the other fruit they had on hand! Staff was SO friendly and spoke some English. The apples were DELICIOUS! Signs make the parking and entrance super easy to find.

Farm owner Kazu San is very knowledgeable and experienced in Japanese farming. He is so friendly to customers, fluent in English to tell you the best season to pick up fruits in Nakagomi orchard. To pick and eat fruits in front the splendid Mount Fuji is a wonderful experience... Surely you will enjoy and come back.... Quite a lot of onsen (hot springs) in the nearby towns... A great place for family and couples to taste the real Japanese fruits and culture.

The fruit was delicious. The picking was easy and the owner was very kind. If you like good fruit and want to have a nice view of Fuji. you have to go here

Over the past seven weeks from May to June 2024, I had the wonderful opportunity to volunteer on a farm nestled in the picturesque Yamanashi prefecture of Japan. Kazu-san and Cham-san welcomed me with open arms. Their kindness and accommodation made the experience of living and working there enjoyable and fulfilling. I learnt a lot from Kazu-san as he shared about Japanese culture, fruit growing and his life. When there was time, Kazu-san would bring the volunteers to the onsen or show us around the area. I also enjoyed Cham-san's home-cooked lunches, working with her and when they would bring Yuri-chan to say hi to us! It was also great fun playing with their 5 cats who were extremely sweet and friendly. One of the highlights of my experience was working with fellow volunteers who came from many different countries. Together, we tackled various tasks, exchanging stories and laughter, shared meals and went on various road trips/outings on our off days. I also had the opportunity to work with their Japanese staff who exhibited willingness to guide us through tasks, despite the language barrier. I appreciate their kindness and patience throughout the time when I worked with them. I am immensely grateful to Kazu-san, Cham-san, the Japanese staff, and my fellow volunteers for making this journey incredible.

I love Nakagomi Orchard. At the end of July, my family and friends went there to pick the peaches. This is my first time to visit the peach orchard. There are so many peach trees, we can climb up the ladder to pick the top/good one which faces the sun that Cham told us. She also let us taste the golden peaches too. All the peaches were very delicious and juicy. Thank you Cham!

The best fruit picking orchard in Japan!! I always come here and have the best time. It is very worth it for a day trip from tokyo. Just take the highway bus from shinjuku and it is so easy. The fruit was soo tasty 🍒

Nice to see, takes just an hour or so unless you intend to have lunch or camp. There is on-site parking (free as of Oct 2023) and plenty of restrooms with a nice snack bar. The bridge has several bubble machines, so if you wear contact lens protect your eyes. Worth a side trip but not a destination. Recommend.

Awesome bridge with an outstanding view. Worst soft serve though.

Stunning views from this skybridge 2700 feet above sea level. The valley below is about 2000~2100 feet above sea level. If you are afraid of heights its best to walk across when there is no-one else on it as it does shake when there is a group on it or if kids are running across it. There is a coin box at the entrance and they request 100 yen per person over 6 years old for passage. The bridge is accessible from Mahobanomori campsite, but you don't have to be a guest of the site to use the bridge - its open to the public. There is a playground across the otherside.

Ueno Skybridge, Mahoba Forest, Kawawa Nature Park --> very nice ! ✅♥️ Permission: Flyers

Beautiful views. Would love to go back in fall when the leaves change. A short walk from Fujido which was also fun. Definitely recommend visiting.

Managed to jogged up here. The slopes were very steep. Scenery was good, enjoyed the sunset.

Autumn🍂🥮 the scenery so beautiful😍❤

Free entry, no need to pay Place is huge and there’s plenty of parking. The shops and cafés are pretty decent too. Inside, there’s a super famous restaurant and another one called Rock. I went during lunchtime and had to wait almost an hour! Weirdly, there were still lots of empty seats inside, but they still kept us waiting in line. I guess only they know how the system works. 😅 Anyway, I ordered their most popular dish and it was honestly so good! Big portions and seriously delicious. You order using a QR code on your phone, which is pretty convenient. Oh, and there are so many photo spots with gorgeous flowers around! Perfect for taking cute pictures and capturing the whole vibe. 🌸✨

This place is very nice. Got a few pretty gardens, many smaller shops with cool things to buy (including a deer head and its horns) and overall just a nice place to spend a couple of hours.

A very pretty village but what i found interesting was the trail (takimino-oka) that led to a viewing point of a waterfall. And it also has a story about fairies.

So nice, good view & weather, peace, art, music, camping, eating, sightseeing in this area. Great to spend time here 🥰

A very peaceful and serene village. There are many stores. Might be a good place to take a walk and walk around. When I visited in August 2021, a large ballet stage was being constructed.

A pleasant walk-around with some restaurants and craft shops. The soft ice cream and the merry-go-round are the popular stuff here.

This is a nice place to just chill and escape the hot Tokyo summer. Just a few hours away by train from Tokyo. Mount Fuji can be seen from here. The local beer is great of you are a fan of craft beers.

Loved the visit! The surroundings are stunning! A bit sad to see that prices have more than doubled since my last visit of a Suntory distillery in 2019 for flagship whiskies. As a result I didn't taste the Hakushu 25 which was one of the main reasons I came here in the first place (25€ equivalent for 15ml in 2019 vs 135€ equivalent for 30ml in 2015)

The tour is great, the grounds are unique and beautiful. I just wish the souvenir shop and tasting lounge would be better since the Hakushu Distillery is so much more expensive and hard to get to than the Yamazaki Distillery. The tour and tastings at the lounge are almost identical except that you can try the composite whiskies at the respective distilleries(Yamazaki composition whiskies at the Yamazaki Distillery and the Hakushu Composition Whiskies at the Hakushu Distillery) The gift shop options are generally better than what you may find locally, but definitely check because the first time we came (last year) it was cheaper in our local area, but this time it was cheaper at the distillery itself. We are from the US and we ended up buying the Distillery Exclusive and the non-age statement Hakushu, having found the distillery exclusive in full bottles at the LAX airpor tin the duty free store. They sell the non-age statement and the 12 yr Hakushu but it would be great for all the trouble you went through to get there if they'd offer some of the exclusive Hakushu Collections such as the Fall Spanish Oak Release we managed to stumble upon at the Haneda Airport duty free location. Suntory should really prioritize unique experiences at the distillery and since they have not been doing that, I am seriously considering not visiting the Hakushu after 3 years of continuous visits

We visited in November 2024. Firstly, we arrived from Matsumoto by train on the way to Tokyo. The shuttle bus left within a minute of the train arrival, so putting our luggage in a locker forced us to miss the bus. That's fine, we got a taxi which was actually very pleasant. Upon arrival, we were warmly greeted by the friendly staff. This is about where the good times end. When we got to the museum, we were told to download the audio guide. They said there was wifi, but there was nothing. I held up my phone to show while I asked the staff, and they just shrugged and looked confused. So we had very limited information for the self guided museum tour. Still... not the end of the world. The top floor view area seriously needs a window cleaning. There are no open areas, so you have to photograph through the windows, but they are very dirty. Seriously, a good cleaning is all they need. Finally, the main reason for the one-star review: We got to the tasting room and ordered a whisky flight with a few paired bites. Good. We then ousted l ordered several of the nicest whiskies on the list: Yamazaki 18, Hibiki 21, and a Hakushu 18. We had self-serve water, but we wanted something else to cleanse our palate between tasting these whiskies. They didn't have anything available (not crackers, breadsticks, or chips. Nothing.) I went to the shop and waited in line for 10 minutes to buy a small bag of crackers. Nothing crazy just plain salty crackers. When I opened them in the tasting room, I was rudely interrupted and told I couldn't bring in my own food. I mentioned that they were from the Hakushu shop, and the staff member pointed to the fine print on the menu card that said food (includes from the shop). I asked why they don't allow crackers or anything that would help with tasting the whiskies and again shrugging. So, being stubborn, I just walked right to the tasting room door and ate a few crackers, then walked back to the table to taste. They had no problem with that. But Suntory has a very bad policy. They need to offer a limited selection of non smelly palate cleansing snacks in the tasting room. Basically, crackers or breadsticks. I don't mind paying for them, but I really think it would serve 2 functions: giving customers a palate cleanser when tasting flights of whisky (which after the second, the palate is pretty shot); and helping to alleviate customers getting intoxicated rapidly. Having a bready snack would help immensely. And I know it's not an issue with having the food in the tasting room because they serve a paired flight as a special. It seems they were catering to a particular type of tourist who we saw multiple examples of: tossing back a few whiskies without really tasting it, and then buying every bottle they could of the Hakushu non age whisky, which was the only whisky for sale. We visited Yamazaki in 2017, and it was far better. And more convenient to get to. Hakushu was a pain to get to and was not worth the effort. Now we are Nikka fans over Suntory because they have been excellent.

Brilliant! Really cannot recommend enough. Is a bit far out, we went on our way back from Osaka to Tokyo. Use Kobuchizawa station as there is a free shuttle and check the Si Tory website for timings etc. The free shuttle was great and there was luggage storage at the station to hold our bags. The paid tour was really interesting, I’ve done lots of distilleries in Scotland, but this wasn’t much different different. The nature and the topography of the area are fascinating. Make sure you check suntory website and use their routes and shuttle timings as google maps had the journey at double the time. The paid tour allows you to buy 12YO whereas normally you can only buy the standard bottle and the distillery reserve and gives you a great tasting with 5 whiskies (15ml) and snacks - well well worth it. Restaurant was actually brilliant, pizza was incredible all with local ingredients. Factor in 30/40 mins pre/post tour for this. Tasting was good, there is the one included in the tour (15ml of; lightly peated, heavily peated, Spanish oak, normal Hakushu and Hakushu highball) and snacks (smoked pasta, nuts and chocolate). Paid tasting was same as Yamazaki distillery, and good value compared to rest of Japan. Yamazaki 12YO purchase exclusive to those on the tour and was roughly £83 GBP per 700ml bottle

meseum is free but you need to make a reservation i went for free entrance to museum the place is beautiful and very relaxing as you walk to the forest. I got a chance to buy hakushu bottle and you can drink different whisky for tasting.

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!

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

A generous rating as the location is wonderful, nice restaurants. 40% of shops seem closed down unfortunately. Nice to walk around.

(Translated by Google) A Sunday in late May 2025. The rain from last night has stopped and the weather looks set to improve, so we're heading for a drive towards Ina. Looking at the comments, it seems there are mixed opinions, but on the day there was no one there. I was happy because there are quite a few mountain pass signs in Nagano Prefecture. Parking is prohibited near the pass and there are no parking spaces. (Original) 2025年5月下旬日曜日。 昨夜からの雨も上がり、天気が良くなりそうなので伊那方面へドライブです。 コメント見ると賛否が分かれているようですが、当日は誰も居ませんでした。 長野県は峠標識が結構あるので嬉しいです。 峠付近は駐車禁止、駐車スペースはありません。

(Translated by Google) Bungui Pass is famous for being able to experience a zero magnetic field. The paid spot where you can experience the zero magnetic field cannot be reached by shuttle bus, and the parking lot is quite far from here, so it looks like you'll need to set aside a fair amount of time and money to get to the zero magnetic field experience. As I was short on time this time, I just passed through Bungui Pass to at least get a feel for the atmosphere. I'm not sure if I actually felt the zero magnetic field, but I did get the feeling that it's a power spot. I'd like to return in the near future with a schedule centered around the zero magnetic field experience. (Original) ゼロ磁場を体感できることで有名な分杭峠。 ゼロ磁場を感じられる有料スポットはシャトルバスで行けず、かつここから駐車場もかなり離れているので、それなりの時間と費用を確保しないとゼロ磁場体験の場所には行けなさそうです。 今回は時間がなかったので、雰囲気だけでも感じるべく分杭峠を通過。 ゼロ磁場を感じたかは微妙ですが、パワースポットな雰囲気を感じることができました。 近いうちにゼロ磁場体験中心のスケジュールを組んで再訪問したいと思っています。

(Translated by Google) Bungui Pass (Bungui Toge), located at an elevation of 1,424 meters, lies on the border between Ina City and Oshika Village, Shimoina County. Its name comes from the fact that the Takato Domain erected a stake to mark the border with the Tenryo (Japanese feudal domain) to the south, and a stone monument reading "From here, this is the northern Takato territory" stands there. The Akiba Kaido, which leads to Akiba Shrine in Hamamatsu City, is now National Route 152. The Akiba Kaido runs along the fault valley of the Median Tectonic Line, which runs north-south along the western edge of the Fossa Magna, separating Western and Eastern Japan. It has long been rumored to be a power spot with a so-called "zero magnetic field." Previously, there was nothing special here except for the pass's sign and stone monument. It was not particularly lively, and only geology enthusiasts and pass enthusiasts came to see the outcrops and faults. However, a shuttle bus has recently been operated from Todai Park, and it appears to be becoming a tourist destination. (Original) 分杭峠(ぶんぐいとうげ)は、伊那市と下伊那郡大鹿村の境にある標高1,424 mの峠で、高遠藩が南方の天領との境界に杭を建てて目印としたことにより分杭峠と呼ばれており、「従是北高遠領」の石碑が立っています。浜松市の秋葉神社へ向かう秋葉街道で現在の国道152号にあり、秋葉街道は西日本と東日本を分けるフォッサマグナの西端を南北に走る中央構造線の断層谷に沿って走っています。 昔から、いわゆる「ゼロ磁場」のパワースポットと言う噂がありましたが、以前は峠の標識や石碑以外は特に何もなく、露頭や断層を見に行く地質学好きや峠マニアが訪れるのみで特に賑わいもなかったのですが、最近は戸台パークからシャトルバスが運行されており、観光地化されているみたいです。

(Translated by Google) Bunkui Pass is located at the confluence of faults where the Median Tectonic Line, Itoigawa-Shizuoka Tectonic Line, and Fossa Magna overlap, and has become a tourist destination as it is said to have no magnetic field because the plates collide with each other. By car, we took National Route 152 from Oshika Village and climbed the mountain pass for a while until we reached Bunkui Pass. After experiencing the mysteries of the Median Tectonic Line and a refreshing forest bath for free at the Kitagawa Outcrop, we lost our economic power at this pass, which is famous for its zero magnetic field. First of all, there is no parking lot 🅿️ at Bunkui Pass, so we passed by and parked at a parking lot called Todai Park, paid 1000 yen for the parking lot, paid 4000 yen for the bus fare for two people, and returned to Bunkui Pass. I got off at the bus stop plaza called Mankiba in Bunkui Pass and headed towards Kiba, the zero magnetic field spot.I sat down on a crowded wooden bench and forced myself to feel the magnetic field before returning to the parking lot. It was a strange experience for me because I could only feel people's energy in the mountains but couldn't sense the zero magnetic field. Maybe it was my own unethical nature, or maybe it was because I was in a business spot. I regained my composure and headed to the forest road, then headed to the water hole to experience the 0 magnetic field again. (Original) 分杭峠は、中央構造線と糸魚川-静岡構造線、フォッサマグナが重なる断層の合流点に位置し、プレート同士がぶつかり合う為磁場が無くなるとされるいわゆる0磁場として観光地化されています。 車で大鹿村から国道152号線を進みしばらく峠道を登ると分杭峠に出ますが、北川露頭で中央構造線の神秘と清々しい森林浴を無料で味わったあとに、0磁場で有名なこの峠で経済力を削られました。 まず分杭峠には駐車場🅿️が無く、通り過ぎて戸台パークと呼ばれる駐車場に車を停め駐車場1000円を払いバス運賃を2人分4000円払って分杭峠に戻ります。 分杭峠の真気場と呼ばれるバス停広場で降り、ぞろぞろと0磁場スポットの気場へ向かうと満員の木のベンチへ腰を下ろして無理やり磁場を感じて駐車場に戻りました。 人の気を山の中で感じただけで0磁場を感受できなかったのは己の不徳の致すところなのか、ビジネススポットに沼ったためか不思議な体験となりました。 気を取り直して林道へ向かい、水場へ向かって0磁場体験やり直しました。

(Translated by Google) August 2025: I came here to feel the power of this famous power spot (bringing along the rumored compass). I took lots of photos, but couldn't get any strange shots. I walked around with the compass, but nothing changed. Still, sitting in the mountains, with my eyes closed and not thinking about anything, was a healing experience, especially in this modern age (I stayed for about an hour). *The seating area is made of logs and dirt, so you'll need a seat and cushion. (Original) 2025.8　有名なパワースポットということでパワーを感じる為に来ました(噂の方位磁針持参)　写真を撮りまくりましたが不思議な写真は撮れず方位磁針を持って歩き周りましたが変化無し　それでも山の中で何も考えずに静寂の中で目を閉じ座る時間も現代だからこそ癒されました(滞在1時間程度)　※座る場所は丸太と土なのでシートとクッションは必要

(Translated by Google) Bungui Pass is one of the passes on the Akiha Kaido, which runs from Ina and Takato to Enshu Akiha Shrine. It's a pass where the Median Tectonic Line runs through, and the forces of the faults pushing against each other—positive and negative forces—are locally zero, sounding just like the phrase by Sandwichman's Date. It's famous as a power spot, known for its "cancelling magnetic field" or "zero magnetic field." It's more of a place of healing and healing than a tourist destination, and a "kiba" (energy field) has been established about 100 meters down from the shuttle bus terminal. There are only seven rows of log benches, and I simply sit in the shade, where talking and eating are prohibited. Surprisingly, I didn't feel any discomfort even after sitting there for about an hour. Placing a compass needle in various places confirmed that the needle was indeed pointing in different directions, and after sitting there for a while, I felt a slight tingling in my hands. If it had been midsummer and there weren't any insects, I could have stayed here for longer. If you take the shuttle bus, you can't stay too long because there is a return trip, but there is also a hiking trail to Irinoyayama, and there were signs warning of bear sightings, so you need to be careful.However, at Kiba, there were no signs warning of bear sightings. (Original) 分杭峠は伊那・高遠から遠州秋葉神社に抜ける秋葉街道の峠のひとつで、中央構造線の貫縦する峠で断層がお互い押し合う力、（正）方向と（負）方向の力が局部的に零となる、正にサンドウィッチマンの伊達さんのフレーズのように聞こえる。いわゆる「相殺磁場」「ゼロ磁場」がパワースポットとして、有名で観光地というより治療や癒やしの場として、「気場」がシャトルバス発着場から１００mほど降りたところに設けられている。丸太のベンチが７列が有るだけで、会話や食事を禁止された木陰にただただ座って居るだけだが、１時間くらい座っていても苦痛にならないのが不思議だった。方位磁針を色々な所に置いてみると確かに針の方向が場所により違う方向を指しており、暫く座って居ると、軽くでは有るが手がピリピリしてきた。真夏で虫が居なければ、もっと長時間、この場に留まることが出来そうだった。シャトルバスだと帰りの便があるのでそこまで長居は出来ないが、入野谷山の登山道も有るが、やはり熊出没の看板もあったので警戒が必要だ。なお、気場においては、熊出没の注意喚起は見当たらなかった。

(Translated by Google) After experiencing the magnetic field, my body felt warm and I was able to meditate deeply. It felt like a good place. It was in the forest and immediately felt popular. A man was sitting there watching from the slope on the right side. It was a place that held special meaning for people, and even after they passed away, they continued to come and stay. (Original) 0磁場体験して 座ってから体が火照って瞑想も直ぐ深く入って良い場所と思えました 森のなか 直ぐに人気を感じる 男性が座って右側の斜面から見ている感じです。思い入れの有る場所でお亡くなりになっても来てる 留まっているのでしょう

Once a year the nature exhibits all the magical powers in ruins of Takato and the surrounding areas. Light up also is gorgeous. A must see but expect long lines for the parking lots. The bus ends at 5pm.

Visiting popular cherry blossom spots during maple leaf season is a truly peaceful experience with fewer crowds.

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.

There is few castle ruins but nothing peculiar to witness. During sakura season, it is the best place to see and experience sakura but in normal days, it is a good place to stroll around and feel the history.

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.

I went there with my boyfriend for 3 years now for sakura viewing. It's one of the most beautiful places. Sakura trees are amazing. Plenty if space for picnic and there is food and drink to buy at the place, too.

Visit on 15 April 2024. Really had amazing time there! Recommend!!

Nice park to visit while in Komoro. The zoo is getting a renovation and the new penguin enclosure looks pretty nice and decent. The entrance fee to the park is affordable at 500 yen for a combined ticket to visit some of the museums which houses art and various artifacts from Komoro's history. Worth a visit for those who want a quiet place without much tourist and an insight into some of the town's history and sights.

We stopped here before closing time. All the amenities were closed or closing for the day. Fortunately, I was able to get the Castle stamp and gojoin. The grounds are a good walk around, but we had 30mins to explore as it was closing. Friendly staff and cool trails!

Lovely place, famous for its cherry blossoms. We visited during the summer, and there were only a few people around. Much of the grounds have been transformed into a park, with only a few remaining gates and walls. From the observatory, you can enjoy a spectacular view of the Chikuma River and the surrounding valley. Definitely worth a visit.

Great place with amazing culture and beautiful views, great spots to snack and relax as well. Only ¥300 entrance or ¥500 if you want to enjoy the museums as well. The only down side was the zoo, very small cages and the animals all looked distressed.

A nice place to visit to see sakura in the day time and at night (lights will be lit till 10pm, check their schedule online). There is a tunnel that leads you from the train station to the castle ruins. Very easy to get there.

Calm tranquil place. Must be amazing if sakura is in full bloom. Very easy access. From tokyo take the shinkanzen to sakudaira. Change train to Komoro. Exit the komoro station, where you will find a nice little coffee shop on your left.. walk further up and go down a small tunnel that lead straight to the main door

(visits 1) (total castles visited as of posting, over 35). The 3 stars is for the castle park as a whole. The castle grounds and park are huge and nice. But the entrance fee includes (and obviously goes to support) a tiny zoo which is part of the park. I hate these tiny zoos. The cages are old, WAY too small, and dirty. If I had the choice I would never support these zoos.

Beautiful place

(Translated by Google) It was 9am so there were not many tourists around and we had a nice time walking around Lake Megami. However, when we got to the pier, a group of school trippers started taking photos one after the other so we quickly left the lake. (Original) 朝９時だったからか観光客も少なく、いい感じで女神湖一周の散策を始めたのですが、桟橋のところで修学旅行の団体が入れ代わり立ち代わり写真撮影しだしたので早々に女神湖を後にしました。

(Translated by Google) 2025.7.18. The promenade through the wetlands was unusual in that it was planted with various aquatic plants. And the water flowing in from all over the place had a cooling effect, and the cool breeze felt very pleasant. (Original) 2025.7.18. 湿地帯の中を歩く遊歩道はいろんな水生植物が植えられて珍しかったです。そしてあちこちから流れ込んでいる水の冷却効果もあり涼しい風が吹いてとても気持ち良かったです。

(Translated by Google) It's guaranteed to be cool in the summer! It's just the right distance for a stroll. There are also plenty of lakeside restaurants. ✨💖 The Goddess Terrace is a must-see! 🌬️ (Original) 夏場の涼しさはお墨付き！ 散策するのに丁度よい距離です。 湖畔の飲食店も充実✨💖 女神のテラスは必見！🌬️

(Translated by Google) The name "Goddess Lake" is wonderful. It was originally built as an agricultural reservoir, and there is a legend of a kappa. It seems to be an artificial lake. It's July and the Japanese archipelago is extremely hot, but here, a refreshing breeze is blowing from the mountains. People are walking their dogs. People are standing on benches. Time is passing by leisurely. There is free parking and a toilet, so it's a great place to take a break from driving. (Original) 「女神湖」という名が素敵ですね もとは　農業用溜め池としてつくられ　河童伝説もある　人造湖のようです ７月酷暑の日本列島ですが　こちらは　山から爽やかな風が吹き ワンちゃん散歩 ベンチでたたずむ人 まったりした時間が流れていました 無料駐車場　TOILET完備で　ドライブ休憩の出来るところです

(Translated by Google) You can cycle around the area, but running is prohibited on the bank and cycling is prohibited on the promenade. It's a great place for a leisurely stroll. (Original) 自転車などでぐるっと1周できますが、堤防はランニング禁止で、遊歩道は自転車走行禁止です。のんびり歩くにはいい所です。

(Translated by Google) I went to Lake Megami. The scenery was beautiful, but it was cold, so my stay was short. When I went, it was foggy, including the Venus Line. It would have been fun to walk along the surrounding promenade. I was unprepared, or rather, I chose the wrong outfit, so I gave up. I only got to see it from the parking lot. (Original) 女神湖に行ってこました。景色はきれいだったのですが、寒さもあり短い滞在になりました。行った時はビーナスラインも含め霧が立ち込めてた感じでした。周りの遊歩道を歩くと楽しめそうでしたね。私は準備不足というか、、、、服装の選択ミスで断念。駐車場からだけの見学でした。

(Translated by Google) It had a nice Showa retro feel to it. (Original) 昭和レトロな感じでよかったです。

(Translated by Google) I stayed here for one night with my family. The food was a breakfast and dinner set menu and was delicious. The atmosphere of the bath, guest room, and training camp. It looks like it was cleaned and clean. The staff, including the person who seemed to be the manager, treated me well, so I felt comfortable. (Original) 家族で一泊しました。 食事は、朝夕セットメニューで、美味しかったです。 お風呂、客室、合宿所の雰囲気です。 掃除されて綺麗だった印象です。 支配人と思われる方始め、スタッフの方の接遇が良かったので、居心地が良かったです。

(Translated by Google) The room was spacious and clean, and there was an air purifier, so my child with asthma was able to have fun with his friends without coughing. There were a lot of people at the hotel and they were very kind. I would like to use it again. (Original) お部屋も広く綺麗で、空気清浄機も付いていたので喘息の子供も咳が出ずにお友達と楽しく過ごせました。 ホテルの方も大勢いてすごく親切でした。また利用したいと思います。

(Translated by Google) We have been working with you for several years in a row. I liked the rooms in the new building, which were spacious and very clean, and the food was delicious! I love the food, which exceeded my expectations, even though it was reasonably priced, and I keep coming back. The nearest ski resort has many courses for beginners, so I chose this area because I thought it would be a good place to go with my elementary school students, but now this hotel is my destination. (Original) 何年か連続でお世話になっております。新館は部屋も広くとても清潔なお部屋も気に入ったのですが、とにかく食事が美味しい！リーズナブルなお値段だっただけに期待値以上のお食事が気に入りリピートです。最寄りのスキー場も初心者向けのコースも多く、小学生と一緒に行くのにいいと思いこの地域を選択しましたが、今やこのホテルが目当てです

(Translated by Google) The entire facility is quite old, but if you're just skiing, it's no problem. The staff are friendly and are as accommodating as possible. The bathroom is a little disappointing. Instead, the food was very delicious, including fried fugu. The price was almost the same as craft beer sold at agricultural cooperatives. Rental is cheap and I would like to go again. (Original) 施設は全体はかなり古いですが、スキー目的なら全く問題ないです。スタッフは親切で、可能なかぎり融通がききます。お風呂は少しだけ残念です。その代わり、食事はとても美味しくて、河豚の唐揚げもありました。クラフトビールが農協などで売ってる価格とほとんど同じでした。レンタルも安く、また行きたいです。

(Translated by Google) The facility itself looks old, but the food is luxurious and satisfying. There is also a free shuttle bus to the ski resort, which is just a phone call away. The baths are open 24 hours a day, even after check-out and after skiing. (Original) 施設自体はもう古びた感じですが、食事が豪華で大満足。スキー場までも無料のｼｬﾄﾙﾊﾞｽがでていて電話一本ですぐにきてくれます。お風呂も24時間、ﾁｪｯｸｱｳﾄ後もスキーし終わってから入れます。

(Translated by Google) The building is old, but the dining room has been renovated and is clean. The toilets were almost Western style. The location is on a slope, so there are many stairs and it is not wheelchair accessible. The Japanese style room was spacious and comfortable. The comfort of the futon was also good. (Original) 建物は古いが、食堂はリフォームされて綺麗でした。トイレはほぼ洋式化されていました。立地は傾斜地にあることもあり、階段が多く、バリアフリーではありません。和室のお部屋は広く快適でした。お布団の寝心地も良かったです。

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.

It was a very nice shrine with very good vibes.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Beautiful lake side with lots of free parking. They also have restrooms, playground. You can enjoy cycling there. I went there two times and i loved this place. So beautiful and soothing.

The largest lake in Nagano prefecture. Lake Suwa is famous for its stunning scenery, positioned between the majestic Yatsugatake Mountains to the south and the Japanese Alps to the north. The abundance of flora and fauna in the vicinity of the lake allows nature lovers to explore hiking trails and observe birds. || <The Tenryu river is a tributary of the lake> <Experience Japanese hot springs in a public environment through footbaths in Suwa. Suwa has footbaths scattered throughout various areas> <Mt. Fuji is readily apparent in the space between the mountains to the southeast> <The perimeter of the lake is dotted with a dedicated cycling and jogging path> <Kayaking and paddle boating are common activities in warmer seasons> || The lake's abundance of fish species makes it a favorite spot for fishing enthusiasts. Some of Japan's most famous fireworks competitions over Lake Suwa are held in Suwa City from late July to the end of August. On August 15th each year, the Suwa Fireworks Festival displays one of the most spectacular fireworks displays in Japan, with over 40,000 fireworks lighting up the night sky. It's considered one of the most extravagant displays in Japan. Every seven years, the Onbashira (sacred wooden pillars - Onbashira - comprises sixteen large fir trees, but only those with a lifespan over 150 years and a height of 17 meters are chosen) Festival takes place and involves the transportation of massive logs from nearby mountain ranges to be used as pillars at Suwa Taisha Shrine. One of Japan's most dangerous festivals is the use of logs for riding down steep slopes by participants. 🚅 To access: Kamisuwa Station is located closest.

This lake is where My Name (Kimi no na wa) took inspiration from, before the meteoroid strikes earth. Very peaceful, and don’t look overcrowded with tourist.

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.

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!

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. 🫶🏻

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.

Beautiful lake side with lots of free parking. They also have restrooms, playground. You can enjoy cycling there. I went there two times and i loved this place. So beautiful and soothing.

The largest lake in Nagano prefecture. Lake Suwa is famous for its stunning scenery, positioned between the majestic Yatsugatake Mountains to the south and the Japanese Alps to the north. The abundance of flora and fauna in the vicinity of the lake allows nature lovers to explore hiking trails and observe birds. || <The Tenryu river is a tributary of the lake> <Experience Japanese hot springs in a public environment through footbaths in Suwa. Suwa has footbaths scattered throughout various areas> <Mt. Fuji is readily apparent in the space between the mountains to the southeast> <The perimeter of the lake is dotted with a dedicated cycling and jogging path> <Kayaking and paddle boating are common activities in warmer seasons> || The lake's abundance of fish species makes it a favorite spot for fishing enthusiasts. Some of Japan's most famous fireworks competitions over Lake Suwa are held in Suwa City from late July to the end of August. On August 15th each year, the Suwa Fireworks Festival displays one of the most spectacular fireworks displays in Japan, with over 40,000 fireworks lighting up the night sky. It's considered one of the most extravagant displays in Japan. Every seven years, the Onbashira (sacred wooden pillars - Onbashira - comprises sixteen large fir trees, but only those with a lifespan over 150 years and a height of 17 meters are chosen) Festival takes place and involves the transportation of massive logs from nearby mountain ranges to be used as pillars at Suwa Taisha Shrine. One of Japan's most dangerous festivals is the use of logs for riding down steep slopes by participants. 🚅 To access: Kamisuwa Station is located closest.

This lake is where My Name (Kimi no na wa) took inspiration from, before the meteoroid strikes earth. Very peaceful, and don’t look overcrowded with tourist.

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.

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!

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. 🫶🏻

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.

We visited on the last week of April 2025, but the area was still full of snow! You will need a proper chain spike if you want to climb to the peak and move on to other peaks. Beautiful scenery.

By car (800yen/day) From K-16 bus (830yen) To cable car (2900 yen with discount) Start form Senjojiki station then can start trail

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

The weather was bad so I didn’t manage to the top. Must be very beautiful when there is a blue sky

2023.09 Nice view on top !

(Translated by Google) This year, I was taken to the mountains for the final summer of 2025. Just for the record. The dates were September 27th-28th. When I arrived around 6am, the parking lot near the bus terminal was already full, so I was directed to the parking lot of an abandoned hotel on the other side of the river across the bridge. ¥800/day x 2 The number of buses has increased, so it seemed like they came fairly frequently. The ropeway has also increased, so there was a wait for numbered tickets, but it felt like they handled the situation systematically. By the time I arrived at the ropeway, I was almost done climbing, so I climbed the remaining few hundred meters. It was quite crowded, so I was able to climb slowly. I spent the night in a hut. The food was pretty good. The stove was warm and comfortable. The descent was quick and easy. The soft-serve ice cream at the ropeway station was delicious. The number of descent trips has also increased, so I returned comfortably. The hot springs near the bus terminal have a hot sauna and a cold water bath, which is great. The sauced pork cutlet bowl is also delicious. (Original) 今年、2025年の夏山最終回ということで連れて行かれた。記録として。日程は9月27ー28日。 バスターミナル近辺の駐車場は6時ごろ到着したらすでにいっぱいで、橋を渡った川の向こう岸の廃ホテルの駐車場に誘導された。1日800円✖️2 バスは増発しているので割と頻繁に来ていた印象。 ロープウェイも増発しているので、整理券に合わせた待機はあるが、システマティックに捌いてもらった感覚。 ロープウェイ着いた時点でほぼ登山が完了しているので、残りの数百メートルを登る。 結構な混雑。なのでゆっくりのぼれた。 小屋で一泊。 ご飯が結構美味しい。 ストーブも暖かく快適。 下山はサクサク。 ロープウェイ乗り場のソフトクリームがうまかった。 下りも増発しているので快適に帰還。 バスターミナル近辺の温泉はサウナが高温で水風呂も冷たくてヨシ。 ソースカツ丼も美味くてヨシ。

(Translated by Google) You can't see it from Senjojiki Cirque, but you can see it once you reach Nakadake. There are two shrines at the top and the view is great. There is also a mountain hut nearby. (Original) 千畳敷カールからはその姿は見えませんが中岳に着くと見ることが出来ます。頂上には神社が2つあり景色はとても良いです。すぐ近くに山小屋もあります。

(Translated by Google) I started my climb from Senjojiki Cirque at 8:00am on Thursday, October 7, 2025. I personally struggled with descending from Nakadake, but being able to see the summit right in front of me made it worth the effort. The climb also took about an hour and a half from Senjojiki Cirque, so my legs were well-trained. There were large rocks scattered around. The weather was nice that day, and the scenery was beautiful from start to finish, making it the perfect day for climbing. I saw a Japanese ptarmigan flying in the distance, but I wasn't able to get a close-up shot. It was sunny and warm that day, so I worked up a sweat in just my inner layer and T-shirt. (Original) 2025.10.7(木)8:00から千畳敷カールから登山開始。 中岳から一度下るのが個人的には苦手でしたが、目の前に山頂が見えるので頑張れます。 時間も千畳敷カールから1時間半ぐらいで行けるので足も頑張れました。 大きな石がゴロゴロしています。 この日は天気が良く、景色は終始美しくサイコーの登山日和でした。 雷鳥は遠くを飛んでいましたが、近くでの撮影はできませんでした。 この日は、日も当たって暖かかったせいかインナーとTシャツで十分に汗をかきました。

(Translated by Google) At the end of the year, I summited Kisokoma via Agematsu Course A and pitched my tent at the foot of Mt. Hotoken. It was a fairly long course, leaving Agematsu at 4 AM and arriving at Mt. Hotoken Sanso at 4 PM. Fortunately, the weather was good, but even though it was the end of the year, there was little snow and it was only just starting to accumulate at the 7th station. Compared to Senjojiki, the course is longer and not as cost-effective, but it's not as well-suited to everyone, so I recommend it for those who enjoy that kind of thing. Even if you don't go all the way to Mt. Hotoken, there are several places to camp at night. The wind can be strong once you reach the ridge and the route is unclear in some places, so be sure to check your gear and the route in advance and be fully prepared. (Original) 年末に上松Aコースにて木曽駒登頂し、宝剣岳麓にテントを張りました。 かなり長いコースでAM4時に上松を出発し、宝剣岳山荘に着いたのはPM4時でした。 天気が良いのが幸いでしたが、年末なのに雪は少なく7合目でようやく積もっているという状態でした。 千畳敷と比べるとコースは長くてコスパは悪いですが、人に合わないのでそういうのがお好きな方にはおすすめです。 宝剣岳まで行かなくても、テント泊ポイントは数カ所あります。 稜線に出ると風が強く、一部ルートが不明瞭な所もありますので、装備、事前のルート確認を行い、充分に準備をして向かってください。

(Translated by Google) I've always wanted to climb Mt. Kiso-Koma! The view was amazing and I was so satisfied! You should definitely experience this majestic scenery. (-ω☆) Sparkling (Original) 前から登りたかった木曽駒ヶ岳！ 見晴らし最高で満足！ 是非ともこの雄大な景色体験してくだい (-ω☆)ｷﾗﾘ

Ueda Castle, located in Nagano Prefecture, is a historic site known for its impressive stone walls and reconstructed turrets. Though much of the original structure was lost, the remaining gates and fortifications offer a glimpse into its past. The castle is especially beautiful during cherry blossom season, attracting visitors with its scenic views and tranquil atmosphere. While not as grand as some other Japanese castles, its history and picturesque setting make it a charming place to visit.

Although a lot smaller than expected, I highly enjoyed the castle, and definitely recommend it. The more recent history of the castle, it being bought by someone who didn't want it being split between multiple owners and too many changes made to it and instead making it into a public park, was cool to learn, and the shrine there is lovely too. Unfortunately there is currently ongoing construction work, but it's still a good place to visit. The shrine has goshuin with awesome designs, and they give out free sweeties with them! There are good photo spots too, and sometimes there are performers by the main gate. There are also museums, and you can look around the turrets, but that has an admission fee.

One of my favorite clans! I had to check out Ueda Castle. The parking is pretty far and at this time, there weren't many people. The shrine is on the grounds and if you want to get the gojoin and stamp, they are across the street at the Info office.

Really lovely castle with a very rich history of one of the coolest samurai clan in all of Japan, the Sanada clan, famous for their samurai uniform with antlers and red color (you've probably seen in movies). Ueda castle also had legendary defense battles against many sieges, the subject of a popular Japanese tv show "sanadamaru". The castle is also featured in other works such as "Summer Wars". While the castle gates aren't as big as Matsumoto castle, I think they are definitely worth visiting if you are in the area..they have amazing armor on display and a rich cultural center and museum nearby.

The place overall is nice, even though rather small. We did not check out the castle but the park around it was full of flowers and there was a nice traditional event taking place

Well the old castle is basically destroyed, but the river around the castle, the Earth and the historic atomosphere is still there, telling people the stories in old days

Highly Highly recommend to visit , it's super beautiful in autumn!!!

Lovely place to ski

(Translated by Google) Snow quality is fair. The fresh snow is shallow and I wonder if it's going to eat the skin of the base depending on the place. The slopes are so flat that you can't move forward, so it's tiring to move around! (Original) 雪質まあまあ。新雪浅くて場所によって下地のガリガリくん喰らうかな。ゲレンデ間が平ら過ぎて進まないので移動に疲れるよ！

(Translated by Google) It is large and has many courses, so you may not be able to cover it all in one day. It was fun. (Original) 広くてコースも多く、1日でまわりきれないかもしれません。楽しかったです。

(Translated by Google) Most of the snow is made by artificial snow machines, but the slopes are wide with stable snowfall. You can enjoy the scenery as you move along the various courses. (Original) ほぼ人工降雪機の雪ですが安定した積雪で広いゲレンデです。色々なコースを移動しながら景色も楽しめます。

(Translated by Google) Coming here at the end of January This season, the temperature is high and there is no snow. The road to and from was dry and safe. The course doesn't seem artificial either. This is a high-altitude compressed snow barn that is comfortable. For carving lovers You can enjoy the slope as well. In freestyle, there is not much terrain etc. The wide barn allows for comfortable grating. Reserved on weekdays⁉️ So restaurants are not open. Even if it's open, it's cash only. Please be careful Also, there are a lot of students on school trips here. If the timing is off, the lift will be crowded. (Original) 1月末にこちらへ 今シーズンは気温も高く雪が降らない為 行き帰りの道はドライで安心していけました コースも人工とは思えないのは 標高の高さで気持ちが良い圧雪バーンです カービング好きには 斜度もあり楽しめますね フリースタイルだと地形等少ないですが 広いバーンは気持ち良くグラトリ出来ます 平日は貸切⁉️って程 なのでレストラン等開いてない 開いていても現金のみだったりするので お気をつけて下さい またここは修学旅行生沢山なので タイミング外すとリフト混みます

(Translated by Google) I'm an amateur so I don't know if it's good or bad. I think it's okay even if it's your first time since it's available for rent. The university co-op took me there by bus from Shinjuku on a tour. (Original) ド素人なので良し悪しは分からん。レンタルあるし初めてでも大丈夫だと思います。大学生協のツアーで新宿からバスで連れてってくれました。

(Translated by Google) It has an unusual structure with several ski slopes bordering the mountaintop. Although the distance itself is short, there are a variety of courses that you can enjoy. It is interesting that the areas are divided into beginner slopes and intermediate slopes. Koko Taro is for intermediate players. Advanced players who want to attack may find it interesting. Hakuba is recommended. (Original) 山頂を境にいくつものゲレンデがある変わった作りです。 距離そのものは短いですが、いろいろなコースがあり、楽しめます。 初級者のゲレンデと中級者でエリアを分けているのは面白いです。 ここ太郎は中級者向けです。 攻めたい上級者には面白味にかけるかもしれません。 白馬がオススメです。

I've visited many temples all over Japan, but this one holds a special place in my heart, and this was my second time visiting to pay my respects. While my first visit was wonderful, this time I was able to learn about its history more deeply. I came to understand the importance of "ryōmairi"-the practice of visiting both Kitamuki Kannon for blessings in this life and Zenko-ji Temple for peace in the next. This new understanding made the visit so much more profound. I'm now looking forward to visiting Zenko-ji to complete the pilgrimage. The air on the temple grounds was so refreshing in the summer, and the lush greenery created an atmosphere truly befitting its nickname, the "Kamakura of Shinshu." We were also permitted to enter the main hall, and I was genuinely moved by its solemn beauty. This is a truly wonderful temple, one that makes me feel from the bottom of my heart that I must visit again whenever I am in Bessho Onsen.

No tickets were required to enter. Free temple to look around at. I enjoyed scoping out the place.

This is one of the must-visit sights in Bessho Onsen. The temple has a deep and interesting history, modest but well-maintained buildings, ancient trees, and a great view. There's no entrance fee but also no English information. It's not touristy but often full of tourists, so I personally find some other places in the surrounding countryside more impressive.

Serene, pristine, away from hustle bustle of Ueda city. Lush green environment with small ponds having colourful fishes. Good experience away from the city. There are lot of onsens (hot water springs) nearby in walkable distance.

A solemn and tranquil place.

One of our most memorable experiences, we were there in April 2016 , the food was amazing .

Cute small temple

The one and only Octagonal shape pagoda can be found here, and it's the Anrakuji treasure . You will need to walk up some flight of stairs to the temple and to the pagoda, but it is worth the entrance fees of 300 yen per adult ( to see the pagoda) . Parking is free . Please park here so that you can visit the other two temples nearby .

Loved this temple from the entrance, featuring the black gate and plenty of greenery alongside the road leading to the temple. It was breezy and cool in the shade, which made the stroll very pleasant. National treasure with the highlight as a three-story octagonal wooden tower. Intricate and original carvings of the tower were amazing to look at. The tower blended very well with the lush green and the blue skies of early summer typical of Nagano. I suppose this place must also look splendid in the fall with yellow and red leaves as the backdrop. My visit time was about 45 mins. Free to enter temple grounds, 300 yen to climb up to the wooden tower.

The beautiful octagonal pagoda is worth a visit alone. It’s incredibly complex and an original, too. It’s free to visit the temple and bell tower, 300 yen to walk up through the woods to the pagoda. Quite a few stairs. The staff are super friendly, too!

There is an entrance fee but worth paying to see the rare example of Song Chinese-style Zen architecture of the eight-sided pagoda nestled in the forest. There are many stairs to it, though, which also somewhat cuts down on crowds even though this is another of the must-see places in Bessho Onsen.

Small entrance fee to see national treasure. Lots of stair to climb. Peaceful nature vibe.

Spend the few hundred yen to visit the national treasures. Went by rental car. Beautiful traditional Japanese buildings and shrines. Nice tea houses and restaurants so can spend a day here and can get lost so take your time. Lots of hills and stairs. Worth the visit.

A truely unique wooden octagonal pagoda. It looks as though it is four tiered but it is actually three tiered.

(Translated by Google) Perfect place! The sound of the waters is healing, the air is spectacular 🫶🏻🍃💦🌈😎be careful with the current. Good bathroom, Free parking, Ok picnic, Just keep it looking beautiful!! (Original) Lugar perfeito ! O barulho das águas curam,o ar espetacular 🫶🏻🍃💦🌈😎ter cuidado com a correnteza. Banheiro bom , Estacionamento de graça, Piquenique ok, Só preservar q continua lindo !!

(Translated by Google) A beautiful river that we want to preserve for the next generation (Original) 次の世まで大事に残したい美しい川

(Translated by Google) At this time of year, the water is emerald green and crystal clear. (Original) この時期は水がエメラルドグリーンで透き通る美しさが際立ちます｡

(Translated by Google) The blue color of the Kakinori River was also wonderful. (Original) 柿其川のブルーも素敵でした。

The campsite is in a beautiful location! The people are very friendly and helped us a lot. There are no showers and it's dry toilets. However, there is a small pond where you can catch fish and eat them. I highly recommend this campsite.

Stunning campsite in the middle of the forest. You can rent a tent and gear or bring your own. You may also have campfires and buy firewood there. The campsite has helpful amenities such as fresh spring water and a dish washing station. Though the staff does not speak much english, they are friendly to foreigners and it is easy to make a reservation online. Be warned: the road to the campsite is narrow and if you arrive after 12, you will have to often pull over for cars to pass. Try to leave early!

A beautiful place, the emerald green river flowing is stunning 😍 You can enjoy camping with your family and friends. *the staff is very accomodating, my only concern is the toilet, need some cleaning.

nice for summer vacation good for kids and adult be sure to take extra carefull when going at the river and have fun 😊

Amazing campsite with incredible views. Friendly staff.

good camping and staff

(Translated by Google) I was lucky enough to be able to go, so I'd like to share my experience. Check-out was at 11:30, so I was able to relax. First of all, the photo of the river in most reviews is not of the campsite, but of the valley a little further down. This campsite - The staff are incredibly attentive. - For regular campers, there were no issues (although it's good to keep in mind that the sites are smaller than the latest site map, and there are quite a few trees, so it might be a good idea to check in advance). - No issues even with children (although you do have to watch your step, of course). - No cell phone reception (satellite phone available at reception). - The starry sky is amazing. - Apparently, you can go trout fishing for 450 yen. - The sound of the river isn't too loud at the sites (even in sites 29-32). - Night staff are available after 8 PM (the exact shifts are unknown). - These days, high-quality campsites are This is for those who prefer quieter fun. Music is prohibited, so please refrain from making noise. Please keep your dog on a leash...I've seen dogs suddenly run up to other campers, so this is unacceptable. <Toilet> There is only one toilet near the reception area within the campground. It is solar-powered, so please turn it off after turning it on. <Bathroom> Forespa is about 25 minutes away from the campground, so it's a good choice. It is open from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, so you can set up at your site and then take a bath. If you check in at the campground once, you will receive a 50 yen discount with your receipt, so don't forget to bring it with you. (Original) 今回運よく行けたのでシェアさせていただきます。 チェックアウトも11時半なのでゆっくりできました。 まず、大体クチコミで載ってる川の写真はキャンプ場ではなく、少し下りた渓谷の写真です。 こちらのキャンプ場 ・スタッフさんの気配りがすごい ・いつもキャンプを楽しんでいる方からすれば何も問題はない（最新の場内マップよりサイトは小さい印象は持っておいたほうがいいのと割と木があるので事前確認もありかも） ・子供連れでも何も問題ない（足元注意は当然あり） ・携帯の電波が入らない（受付に衛星電話あり） ・開けた空から見える星空が最高 ・450円でマス釣りできるらしい ・サイトでの川の音はそんなに大きくない（29～32サイトでも） ・20時以降夜勤スタッフが来てくれる（詳しいシフトは不明） 最近の高規格キャンプ場というより、静かに楽しみたい人向けです 音楽は確か禁止ですのでガヤガヤしたい人はやめましょう 犬にはリードを付けましょう…他のキャンパーへ突然走り寄っていたのを見かけましたのであり得ないです ＜トイレ＞ キャンプ場内で受付付近に1か所のみ ソーラーで電気を備えているので電気をつけたら消しましょう ＜お風呂＞ キャンプ場から25分くらい下がればフォレスパがあるのでそこがいいです 12時～20時やってるので一度サイトで設営してからお風呂もアリです キャンプ場に一度チェックインしておくと領収書で50円引きがありますので持参忘れずに

A small but very beautiful museum with a collection of art from Yayoi Kusama herself. While you can’t take photos inside (except for one area), the grounds themselves are beautiful with a cafe and an amazing gift shop. I highly recommend it if you have 1-2 hours to spare.

Great experience for the work of Yayoi Kusama. The museum is recommended as the best place in Japan to witness Yayoi's work (Matsumoto is her place of birth). The interactive part is memorable (photos and videos not allowed in these rooms, hence no media added to my post on these aspects). I would say 30-60min are enough to visit the museum - there are some other areas besides Yoyoi's rooms. I would have liked more Yayoi's merchandise in the shop. Definitely a must-see in Matsumoto!

Great for Yayoi Kusama Fans, but a small museum. We came specifically to see the permanent Yayoi Kusama collection, which is excellent (don't miss the stunning outdoor pieces!). The entrance fee is very reasonable/affordable. However, the overall museum space is quite small. The exhibition area is limited, so there isn't a huge amount of content to see outside of the main Kusama works. It's a quick visit, but definitely worth it if you are a fan of her art!

Well worth visiting for the Yusama exhibits and installations alone. JPY800 to enter and they have a great gift shop and cafe too. There are not many places within the gallery that you can take photos, but that doesn’t really matter as it’s a memorable experience.

So fun to see the museum that honors Kusama. We were just in Naoshima 10 days ago, home to her yellow pumpkin and hollow red pumpkin. The installations she created at this museum are extraordinary. There was also a fabulous exhibition of Japanese contemporary artists that we thoroughly enjoyed.

Not that big exhibition but yayoi kusama’s work is so colorful and nice. I recommended here for yayoi kusama fan and the one who really into art. I went there on weekday, so there is no line and can purchase the ticket at the ticket counter.

The exhibition is quite limited. Nothing much to see. Just some mirror tricks mostly. Probably finish in 20 mins. 800 yen entrance fee. Photos are prohibited inside except that pumpkin

This street is just a few minutes walk from the 'frog street'. Kinda similar vibe except that the building designs are traditional storehouses. because cars are still allowed to drive in, the walking path at the side feels narrow to me. recommend to skip if you have limited time in Matsumoto.

Beautiful shopping street lined with carefully restored Edo era warehouses that have been converted into shops, cafes, restaurants, and galleries. About a 10~15 minute walk from Matsumoto Station.

A nice shopping street close to Matsumoto castle. Better than Nawate-Dori in my opinion. There are a number of antique, gift and food shops along the street, all unique and a little more sophisticated/higher quality than the usual tourist gift shops. You can even follow in the footsteps of John Lennon and grab a Royal Vanilla ice cream. Personally, I preferred the crème brûléed sweet potato.

Too bad it was raining CATS and FOGS

Too many cars that do not allow to enjoy the beauty of this shopping alley. But the street itself is very nice, packed with should, souvenir shops, and cafes.

If you r see looking a bike rental, you can come here. They have small bikes with gears, basket and lock. It’s 500 ten for one day bike rent.

Nice old building shopping street with restaurants and different shops available.

Having enjoyed a lovely stroll along Frog Street, you might come across a beautiful shrine nestled along the way. It tends to be less crowded, particularly if you visit during the week. The grounds are wonderfully laid out, and the atmosphere is exceptionally peaceful. If you happen to be in the vicinity, a visit to pay your respects would certainly be worthwhile.

Yohashira-jinja Shrine is a peaceful spot near Nawate Street in Matsumoto, built in 1879 and dedicated to four major Shinto deities, rare for a shrine. “Yohashira” means “four pillars,” referring to these gods. Despite its central location, it’s surprisingly quiet and calm. There's also a “Matchmaking Pine,” symbolising connection. A nice place to take a breather away from the crowd.

Very cool Shinto Shrine. Many other smaller shrines here too. Well kept and visited my many.

Yohashira-jinja Shrine (四柱神社) is an absolutely serene and beautiful place to visit! Nestled in the heart of Matsumoto, this shrine is rich in history and cultural significance. The grounds are well-maintained, and the atmosphere is peaceful, making it a perfect spot for reflection or simply enjoying the tranquil surroundings. The architecture of the shrine is impressive, and the attention to detail in the carvings and structures is a testament to its cultural heritage. The nearby river and surrounding trees add to the charm, especially during cherry blossom season or autumn foliage. What stood out to me the most was the friendly and welcoming staff. They made the experience even more special. Don't forget to try your luck with the omikuji fortunes or participate in a prayer ritual! Whether you're a history enthusiast, a spiritual seeker, or just someone who appreciates natural beauty, Yohashira-jinja Shrine is a must-visit. Highly recommended!

I stopped by here around mid-July 2023. The shrine is pretty close to Matsumoto Castle and you can get to it easily by walking through Nawate Shopping Street.

As the name suggests, the Yohashira Shrine enshrines four gods of Japanese mythology. It is locally famous, especially for fulfilling business and matchmaking. Paid parking is available on the east side of the shrine.

Visited February 2024. It's a nice little shrine about a 10-minute walk from Matsumoto Castle. I didn't come during fall foliage, which it is best known for, but it was nice to visit even so.