Great rest stop if you are on the road

Peaceful place. I tried katsu sandwiches and it was really nice.

(Translated by Google) Although it is not that large, the restaurant menu and souvenir shop have a wide selection, and there is a large park on the other side of the road, so it is perfect for refreshing. It has become a standard to stop here when passing through the Kita Kanto Expressway. (Original) そこまで広くはないものの、食堂のメニューやお土産屋さんの品揃えはかなり充実しており、道を挟んだ反対側には大きな公園もあるのでリフレッシュには最適。北関東道を通過した際には大体ここに立ち寄るのが定番と化しています。

(Translated by Google) Although it's not large, it sells vegetables, has souvenirs, and snacks, and has clean restrooms, making it a comfortable parking area. Personally, I think it's great that it's barrier-free and has several barrier-free toilets. It's interesting that, even though it's a parking area, you can enter from the outside☺️ I'd like to visit again. (Original) 大きくは無いものの、野菜の販売やお土産、軽食などもあり、御手洗も綺麗で心地いいパーキングエリアです。 個人的にはバリアフリーもなされていて、バリアフリートイレが複数ありとてもいいところですね。 パーキングエリアでありながら、外からも入れるのも面白いですね☺️ また伺いたいです。

(Translated by Google) If you enter from the eastbound direction, it's a bit of a walk to the toilet. It would be nice if they built it a little closer. However, when you arrive, the toilet is as sparkling as the ones in Roppongi, and it's impressive. It's quiet in the early morning, and it's now 8 o'clock... the shop is still asleep. I wonder if it's awake on weekends. (Original) 東行きで入るとトイレまでがちょっとしたお散歩コース。もう少し近くに作ってくれたらありがたいんだけどね。とはいえ、たどり着いた先のトイレは六本木並みにピカピカで感動レベル。朝早い時間は静まり返ってて、ただいま8時…まだお店は夢の中。土日はちゃんと起きてるのかどうかは謎です

(Translated by Google) I stopped off for a toilet break. There were plenty of toilets, so I was able to use them easily. I stopped off in the evening, so I didn't have a packed lunch. (Original) トイレ休憩に寄りました。トイレの数も多くてスムーズに利用できました。 夕方に寄ったのでお弁当は、なかったです。

(Translated by Google) Unusual for a PA, the same facility can be used from both the up and down lines as well as a roadside station from the general road. Local vegetables are sold and souvenirs can be purchased here, but the sad part is that there are no restaurants or convenience stores. I feel like it would prosper if it did. . . I looked around and ended up finding a soft serve ice cream. Stable deliciousness! ! The grounds are quite spacious, but I was concerned that it felt like it was being used up. Even if it's a chain store, I hope to open a store that everyone knows! (Original) PAとしては珍しく、上下線さらに道の駅として一般道からも同じ施設を使用できる場所。地元の野菜を販売していたりお土産を購入出来たりするが、飲食する店や、コンビニが無いのが寂しいところ。あればそれなりに繁盛するような気がするが。。。私は一通り辺りを見回して辿り着いた所はソフトクリームだった。安定の美味しさ！！敷地はそれなりに広いのだが、何となく持て余しているような雰囲気が気になった所。 チェーン店でも良いから誰もが知っている店が出来ることを期待します！

Date of enjoyment: 09/4/25 Came here in the afternoon on a Wednesday and it is very quiet. There’s a post apocalyptic vibe about the museum, it feels weirdly like run down but I get the sense that on the weekend this place will be packed with people. It certainly is built to handle massive crowds. We stayed for a bit over an hour, there’s a model train set that you can operate and with a fee you operate a bit more of the model train set. There’s a massive play area in the ground floor and top floor. They also incorporate all the toys from the 70s and group them together based on the theme. Eg Mario and Luigi they show all the toys ever made through the ages, it’s a very clever use of space where kids can play in the area while the adults can reminisce on the nostalgic toys they keep in the glass chambers. There’s even a collection of electronic gaming consoles. Truly a museum/play centre.

It was a 40 minute walk from the Bandai Museum, I needed the exercise, but worth it. It definitely rounded out my trip here from Tokyo. I saw many toys I used to have when I was a kid, and was reminded of my past. I especially enjoyed the model train exhibit, as you will see from the photos posted. One caveat, all the areas include play areas for kids. I went during a weekday, so dodging little kids wasn't problem, but imagine that it could be a "zoo" on weekends? Choose your day according to your preferences;).

We stumbled upon Mibumachi Toy Museum on a rainy day while staying in Sano after visiting Ashikaga Flower Park — and what a fantastic discovery it was! I was looking for a kid-friendly place where my children could still have fun despite the weather, and this museum did not disappoint. The museum is very easy to get to, with plenty of parking spaces available, which made our visit smooth and stress-free. Even though it was raining, there were many families there enjoying the day — a clear sign of how popular and well-loved this place is. The museum has three floors, each offering something special. The first floor features a large play area with slides, a ball pit, and other playground equipment that kept my kids busy and happy for hours. There are lockers available (100 yen deposit) where you can safely store your belongings while you play. This floor also has several rooms with different kinds of toys, so there’s always something new to explore. The second floor was equally impressive. It has various themed rooms with toys like trains, LEGOs, and dolls, along with exhibits showcasing the history of these toys. It was both fun and educational — I think parents will enjoy this floor just as much as the kids! The third floor is dedicated to younger children (under 3 years old), with a safe and clean area just for them to play comfortably. Another great feature is that you can bring your own food and eat in the lounge area. While there isn’t a restaurant inside the museum, there is a food store just outside for snacks and quick bites. All in all, this is a wonderful destination for families. Whether it’s sunny or raining, your kids will definitely enjoy spending time here. We’re so glad we found this gem — it made our rainy day bright and memorable!

It was closed until 3rd January we came on the 2nd. So we went back the 4th and it was nice. Huge grounds for walking dogs or outdoor sports.

Kids had fun. It has a few floors but we couldn't go to the other ones. The first floor is so attractive 😀 There's toilets, vending machines, and food. The one thing I don't like it is that you have to park your car and walk a bit to get to the museum! Which we did in the rain 🌧

As seen in the photos taken by other contributors, a big play spot in the middle of the building is the key high light. if your children have interest to trains, good to visit another building which offer you a experience to move toy electric small trains (N-gages).

This place is awesome. It’s indoor so no need to fight with the heat outside. It’s clean and well maintained. I go here every time I visit Tochigi

We went on a Wednesday afternoon and it was deserted. Only one other family. Most of the experiences were closed. The park itself is neat. Lots for kids to climb on, mazes, playgrounds, large train, zip line, goats. It was so hot, I felt really bad for the goats. It probably is a nice place to visit in the fall and on weekends when more things are open. The canoes, festival, kids market, bikes, and most of the experiences were closed. The mysterious ship is dated but our kids had fun for an hour. The kids castle was miserably hot. It was fun for about 10-15 mins then we had to get out because it was unsafe at 40°+. The children’s toy museum looked neat but more for toddlers. The dinosaur exhibit was 800¥ for 10 mins of plastic dinosaurs so we skipped that. Overall, a good place to spend a day if you don’t mind walking. It’s a huge place.

I usually go to the toy museum and let the kids play indoors. This visit, I decided to explore the area with the kids. There is a lot more to do than I expected! The science museum was small but fun for the price.

Beautiful park to stroll and relax around with family, there are many facilities and play area that can keep the kids busy. Overall, the park is well maintained and clean.

a big park to spend your whole day with kids and family. and the best thing is, its free! i would recommend to go here with kids on a day out or on a picnic!

Very beautiful park with an amazing smell of flowers.

The attractions are good but i think it is a bit pricey. children cannot enjoy in just five minutes time for each attraction for about 400 yen.

My daughter enjoys coming here any season of the year.

If you love toys then you must visit this place, my son and I loved the places and spent about 1 n half hours here. Amazing collection of vintage toys with an added bonus of the Edison corner which displayed many inventions throughout centuries. Staff were amazing and were very helpful showing us how some of the vintage arcade games that were allowed to be played. 1000yen entrance, slightly cheaper for children. When in there, exchange 100yen for 3 tokens to be used for the few vintage games they have on display.

If you are staying in Tokyo and can make a day trip here I definitely recommend it it is a bit far it's about 2.5 hours train ride from the Tokyo area to Omocha no machi , Mibu. However there is so much to offer here. Bandai made so many toys in Japan that exported to the world. Plastic model kits, Gundam , dragonball, Sailormoon, early Barbie dolls!!!! There's also this world Toy Museum section that is inherited from a UK collection hundred years of history. A lot of the historic toy display collections are still functioning which is amazing. There are also arcade games for 100 years ago that you can experience. No cost you a few hundred yen but the experience holds so much value. Paying a few bucks to experience history!

You have to really intend to come, as it's quite far from Tokyo. It takes about 2 hours by express train.

Looked like a museum for Bandai from the outside. We got there 30 minutes before closing and was not allowed in, I’d recommend being more punctual than us. Very close to the station and awesome photo opportunities outside the building with Goku and other characters.

So many toys from my childhood. Great spot to view treasures from your past and beyond. The Thomas Edison exhibit was very educational. The only downfall is there was no gift shop but we still enjoyed our visit

WAY TOO EXPENSIVE. ¥1000 to basically see toys in display cases - have a look at my photos. Some areas were a tiny tiny tiny bit interesting but with pretty much zero English support I couldn't fully appreciate a lot of the rooms - especially the Edison room. Very boring. Heard some kids complaining they were bored! Add the entry cost to the cost of getting there and it's really not worth it (it's not close to the closest JR station - would require a bus at around ¥1000 return cost). It's closer to the Tobu Trainline but still requires a 10-15min walk. Majorly disappointed. Thought "bandai" would at least have some arcade stuff or more interaction or even a decent gift shop....... But no. Best thing was a hot food vending machine. If I'd had known before coming, I wouldn't have come.

There are many old toys on display, heaven if you are into this. I know I relived my childhood by going. I walked from the Omocha No Machi station (Toy Town Station!) about 10 minutes to the museum. While it is packed with items to see, it is rather in a compact area, so if this is not your thing, in this case it may not be worth the effort if you are not specifically in the area or combing this with the Mibu Toy Museum is recommended to round out the trip. If you are going by train, it will take you about 2 to 2.5 hours to get there depending on the class of travel you choose. It will cost approximately $30 more to save 25 minutes by Bullet Train, I chose to use local without problem, thanks to Google maps!

Very good place to spend the off days with children and friends. We visited with friends and played with school kids.

(Translated by Google) It was a beautifully maintained castle ruins park. Going through the yaguramon gate that marks the Ninomaru, you cross the moat and enter the remains of the main hall behind the raised earthen walls on both sides. The maintained moat is about two and a half ken wide. At that time, many of the castle grounds were also filled with water. On the back side, there is the Historical and Ethnographic Museum and a library. In addition to haniwa clay figures excavated from the tumulus, there are also textbooks on teaching the Analects, and a reconstructed model of the main hall's complex room layout. An illustration depicts the structure resembling a temple or Nijo Castle, with a two-story turret. At the back is Seichu Shrine, dedicated to Torii Mototada, and a little way down the back gate street, part of the Sannomaru earthen ramparts remains. It is unclear where the water from the moat was drawn. I think it was a flood control facility or the Omoigawa River system... (Original) キレイに整備された城址公園でした。 二の丸となる櫓門をくぐり堀渡しと 両側の盛り土塁垣奥の主殿跡地に入る。 整備された堀は幅二間半くらいかな。 当時の縄張りは水堀も多かったのですね。 搦手側に歴史民族資料館、図書館と並ぶ。 古墳出土の埴輪の他、論語教育の教本、 主殿内の複雑な部屋割の復元模型も再現 されてました。 想像イラストでは寺院や二条城風に 似せた造りに二層櫓一基を備える。 裏手に鳥居元忠を祀る精忠神社が鎮座し 搦手門通りを少し出て三の丸土塁が 一部残ってました。 縄張りの堀の水を引き入れた場所が 不明。遊水か思川水系と思うのだが……。

(Translated by Google) The road in front of the parking lot has a bit of an atmosphere to it, with the paving stones on the sidewalk, the stones of the sidewalk guard, and the street lights, and there is a vast parking lot inside a white wall. You can feel the atmosphere of the castle from the time you enter through the Ninomaru front gate to the area past the moat, which is now a community center, library, folklore museum, and park. (Original) 駐車場の前の道は、なんとなくではありますが、歩道の敷石平板や歩道ガードの石そして街路灯などに少し雰囲気を出していて、白い壁の塀の中に広大な駐車場があります。お城の雰囲気を感じられるのは、二ノ丸表門から入って堀を過ぎた辺りの所までで、今は公民館や図書館、民俗資料館そして公園になっています。

(Translated by Google) The castle ruins are now a park, but it seems to have been converted into a community center, meeting place, and historical museum. There are restrooms and free parking. All that remains are the moat and earthworks. (Original) 城址公園になっていますけど公民館や集会場、歴史資料館になっているようです トイレや無料駐車場があります 遺稿は堀と土塁くらいです。

(Translated by Google) From Saturday, November 4, 2023, I went to see the special exhibition "Ieyasu and Mototada" held at the Mibu Town History and Folklore Museum located in the Mibu Town Castle Park. The Mibu Domain was ruled by the descendants of Torii Mototada. At the special exhibition, Mototada's helmet and other items were on display, which was worth seeing😉And there is no admission fee😆 Near the museum is Seitada Shrine, which is dedicated to Mototada.The ``Tatami Mound'' behind it is the place where Mototada buried the tatami mats he used when he committed suicide during the Battle of Fushimi Castle. The taiga drama ``What to do with Ieyasu'' that will be broadcast tonight (November 5, 2023) is ``The Parting of the World''. Mototada Torii's last moments will be broadcast😭 We hope that many people will come to the special exhibition at the Mibu Town History and Folklore Museum after the broadcast 😉 (Original) 2023年11月4日(土)から、壬生町城址公園内にある✨壬生町立歴史民俗資料館で開催された特別展「家康と元忠」を観に行って来ました🎵 壬生藩は鳥居元忠の子孫が治めた土地です。 特別展では、元忠の兜等が展示されており、見応えがありました😉しかも拝観料は無料です😆 資料館の近くにある元忠を祀った精忠神社⛩️その裏手にある「畳塚」は、伏見城の戦いで元忠が自刃した際の畳を埋めた場所です。 今夜放送の(2023年11月5日)❗️大河ドラマ「どうする家康」は、「天下分け目」です。鳥居元忠の最期が放送されます😭 放送後に、壬生町立歴史民俗資料館の特別展に、たくさんの方がお越し頂ければ幸いです😉

(Translated by Google) I've been to parks all over the country, and this one is magnificent, even from the entrance. There's a fountain square in the center and trees all around, making it a great place to relax. (Original) 各地の公園に行っていますが、入り口からして立派で素晴らしいです。 中心に噴水広場があって周りに木々があってくつろげます。

(Translated by Google) Shinonome Park is famous, but it is a hidden cherry blossom spot. The site of Mibu Castle was once used as a junior high school, so it has basically been recreated. The moat is magnificent and worth seeing, and the moon over the castle is flowing. It also houses the central community center and library. The parking lot is large, but the hall is large and can get crowded when there are events. (Original) しののめ公園が有名ですが、隠れた桜の名所です 壬生城の跡地ですが，1度中学校にしたので，基本的に再現されたものです。 堀が立派で見応えがあり，荒城の月が流れています。 また中央公民館や図書館なども入っています。 駐車場は広いですが，ホールが広くイベントがあると混雑します。

(Translated by Google) Koyozan Jōrakuji Temple, a Soto sect school with beautiful four-season cherry blossoms. The family temple of the Mibu and Torii families, the lords of Mibu Castle. I visited Mibu Town on Monday, October 11, 2021 while walking around the city. The information board of the Mibu Town Tourism Association states the following. ①Jorakji Temple was founded in 1462 during the Muromachi period. The first lord of Mibu Castle, ``Taneyo-ko Mibu'' (ca. ?-1500), invited the high priest of the time, ``Isshu Sei Osho'' (1416-1487), and built Jōraku-ji Temple as the Mibu family's family home. ② Rise of Mibu Town and Jorakuji Temple - Edo period, 1712. Torii Tadahide (1665-1716), who became the lord of the castle during his lifetime, designated Jorakuji as his family temple and established a graveyard there. Prince Tadahide developed the Mibu domain by focusing on the production and learning of Mibu. At that time, the richness of the castle town of Mibu at that time was depicted in the large ``Nirvana'' (donated in 1751) donated by the ``Second Sakudayu Kato'' (1721-1807) of the Kato family, who used the Kurokawa River to trade with Edo. is being conveyed. ③ Reconstruction of the main hall of Joraku-ji Temple and the introduction of Dutch studies - the end of the Edo period, 1850. The feudal lord at the end of the Edo period, Torii Tadayoshi (1815-1857), had the foresight to introduce Western techniques such as Dutch studies and gunnery to the Mibu domain. Gensho Saito (1809-1872), a doctor of Dutch studies, played an active role in human anatomy (1840) and smallpox vaccination (1850). Around that time, the main hall of Jōraku-ji Temple, which still stands today, was rebuilt (1850). Koyozan Jorakuji is a temple of the Zen sect, the Soto sect. It is the family temple of the Mibu and Torii families, the lords of Mibu Castle, and the graves of Gensho Saito, the official physician, and Gorobei Matsumoto, the swordsmanship instructor of the Mibu domain who was famous for his matches with Shinsaku Takasugi, are located within the grounds. Adjacent to Mibu Castle, it preserves the atmosphere of the past, and preserves many historical materials such as the documents of the Torii family. Additionally, the following is written on the stone monument: ●Lord of Mibu Castle Mibu family/Torii family family place Mibu's ancient temple Koyozan Jorakuji Temple This temple is a Soto sect temple that was founded in the third year of Kansho (1462 A.D.) in the middle of the Muromachi period (1462 A.D.) by Mibu Chikugokami Agricultural Duke, the first lord of Mibu castle, who donated 26 koku of temple land. The founder of the temple was Zen Master Isshu, the 10th descendant of Zen Master Dogen, and the temple prospered as the temple of the Mibu clan. Even after the Mibu clan died out in 1590, it was protected by vassals of the Mibu clan and successive lords of Mibu Castle, and after receiving the devotion of Torii Tadahide, who became the lord of Mibu Castle in 1712, the Torii It has been protected as a family temple. The current main hall was rebuilt in 1850 after a fire in 1820, and is a majestic structure with a lot of zelkova wood used inside. As befits a temple with a long history, there are historical materials such as portraits and documents of Prince Torii Tadahide, historical sites such as the graveyard of the Mibu family, the Torii family cemetery, and the graveyard of the Mibu clan's Western medicine doctor Saito Genmasa. Various stories have been passed down to this day, including the anecdotes of Mikazuki Sonten, the guardian of the shrine grounds, and Sakudayu Kato, a wealthy Mibu merchant. In addition, in 1738, during the reign of the 20th Priest Koumi Honzui, Kenzan Ogata, a potter from Kyoto, came to the temple to create pottery. I wrote a song. This was a visit to the hermitage of Gukei, a native of the Mibu clan in Kyoto, where I stayed for about a month and a half. Mibu Town Tourism Association (Original) 「四季桜」が美しい曹洞宗 向陽山 常楽寺。壬生城主壬生家・鳥居家の菩提寺。 2021年１０月１１日(月)に壬生町の街歩きで訪れた。 「壬生町観光協会」の案内板には以下の記載。 ①常楽寺の創建室町時代 1462年。 最初の壬生城主 「壬生胤業公」 (?-1500頃)は当時の高僧「一州正伊和尚」 (1416-1487) をお招きして、 壬生氏の菩提所として常楽寺を建立致しました。 ②壬生町と常楽寺の興隆-江戸時代 1712年。 生の城主となった 「鳥居忠英公」 (1665-1716) は常楽寺を菩提寺と定め墓 所を設けました。 忠英公は壬生の殖産にも学問にも力を入れ壬生藩を発展させ ました。その頃、 黒川を使って江戸と交易していた加藤家の「二代目加藤作太 夫氏」 (1721-1807) が寄進した大きな 「涅槃図」 (1751寄進)に当時の城下町壬 生の豊かさが伝わっています。 ③ 常楽寺の本堂再建と蘭学の導入-幕末 1850年。 幕末の藩主 「鳥居忠挙公」 (1815-1857) は先見の明をもって壬生藩に蘭学や 砲術などの西洋の技術を導入しました。 蘭学医の齋藤玄昌氏 (1809-1872) は人 体解剖 (1840) や天然痘の予防接種 (1850) など大きく活躍します。 ちょうどその頃、 今に伝わる常楽寺の本堂が再建 (1850) されました。 向陽山 常楽寺は禅宗 「曹洞宗」 の寺院です。 壬生城主壬生家・鳥居家の菩提寺であり、 御典医 斎藤玄昌氏や、 高杉晋作との試合に名を残す壬生藩剣術師範 松本五郎兵衛氏の墓所等が境内に所在しま す。 壬生城に隣接し古の風情を今にとどめ、また鳥居家の文書類など多くの歴史資料を護持しています。 また、石碑には以下のように記されている。 ●壬生城主 壬生家・鳥居家 菩提所 壬生の古刹 向陽山 常楽寺 当寺は、室町中期寛正三年(西暦一四六二年)壬生初代城主壬生筑後守農業公が、寺領二十六石を寄進して創建した曹洞宗の寺院です。開山和尚は、道元禅師から数えて十世の法孫一州正伊禅師であり、 壬生氏一門の氏寺として栄えました。 一五九〇年に壬生氏が絶えて後も、壬生氏の家臣や歴代の壬生城主に庇護され、一七一二年に壬生城主となった鳥居忠英公の帰依を受けて後は、鳥居家の菩提寺としてく護持されてまいりました。 現在の本堂は、一八二〇年に火災に見舞われて後、一八五〇年に再建されたもので、内部に欅材の多く使われた荘厳な伽藍です。 長い歴史のある寺院に相応しく、｢鳥居忠英公」の肖像画や文書類の歴史的資料、壬生家歴代の墓地や鳥居家墓地、壬生藩の蘭学医「斎藤玄昌｣一門の墓地等の史跡、境内鎮守の三日月尊天と壬生の豪商加藤作太夫の逸話など、様々な事物が今に伝わっております。 また、一七三八年、二十世光海本瑞和尚の時、京の陶工尾形乾山が来寺して作 歌作陶致しました。 これは京都壬生氏出身の具慶の庵を訪ねての事で、一ヶ月半程滞在致しました。 壬生町観光協会

(Translated by Google) Jorakuji Temple is located in the old city of Mibu. The elephant at the entrance was very nice. (Original) 壬生旧市街地にある常楽寺です。入り口のゾウさんとてもいい感じでした。

(Translated by Google) It is famous for the tomb of Mibu Torii. (Original) 壬生鳥居様のお墓があり有名です

(Translated by Google) A temple located just north of Mibu Castle. There is a cemetery for the Mibu clan, who built Mibu Castle, and the Torii family, the last lords of the castle. In addition to events such as the Mikazuki Sonten Festival, various events such as concerts are sometimes held. The Nirvana drawing from the Edo period that is sometimes displayed is huge and amazing! (Original) 壬生城のすぐ北にあるお寺。壬生城を築いた壬生氏の一族と、最後の城主となった鳥居家の墓地があります。三日月尊天祭などの行事の他にも、コンサートなど色々なイベントが開かれることがあります。時々公開している、江戸時代の涅槃図が大きくてすごい！

(Translated by Google) The former Mibu Castle was surprisingly large. Looking at maps from the Torii era (1712-), it appears that Joraku-ji Temple was also located inside a moat. (Original) かつての壬生城は意外と大きかったんですね。鳥居氏時代（1712年〜）の地図を見てみると、この常楽寺も堀の内側だったようです。

(Translated by Google) It's a temple with a lot of history and a grave from the Mibu Castle ruins, as well as a museum, so I think it's a good place. Because the surrounding area has become a residential area, it lacks tranquility and feels lonely. (Original) 歴史が有り、壬生城址のお墓も有るお寺で、また、資料館などがありますので、良いところだと思われます。周りが、住宅地になってしまった為に、静けさに欠け寂しさを感じます。

(Translated by Google) It's a beautiful temple ✨ (Original) 綺麗なお寺様です✨

(Translated by Google) Ogoto Shrine...🧐 I always visit the shrine from the train window 🙇 Actually, this is my second visit to the shrine. Seven times to Ise Kumano is an old shrine that is believed to be a moon visit to Sangoto 🥸 Mibu Town, Tochigi Prefecture He is the guardian deity😶‍🌫️of the guardian deity😶‍🌫️ The main deities are the following four pillars 😶‍🌫️ Amaterasu Omikami😶‍🌫️ Emperor Tenmu😶‍🌫️ Prince Toneri😶‍🌫️ Imao Kotsuki😶‍🌫️ Kanji 5 1091 Chinjufu Shogun Tasada, a descendant of Takenori Kiyohara, It seems that it was founded😮 Our place seems to be Fujimori Jin Shrine. Bunmei 5, 1469 Mibu Hikogoro's business Ogoto Shrine...from Omi Province The founder, Prince Imao Otsuki, is enshrined here. The main building was rebuilt and the current company name was adopted. Looks like it has been changed🤔 Company sign at the entrance to the approach⛩️Ogoto Shrine When you dive under the Myojin Torii of Ichino Torii⛩️ The approach to the shrine takes a surprisingly long time to bathe. Heading towards the second torii gate in high spirits🤗 The second torii is made of copper😮 It has a rare construction🧐 Company sign in front...Gosha Ogoto Shrine Plaque ~ Holding up the Shoichii Ogoto Daimyojin, the Nino Torii has four on the Kasagi. with a three-spotted crest Copper architrave torii, a cultural property of Tochigi Prefecture⛩️ More...🧐 Plaque ~ Shoichii Ogoto Daimyojin The Zuishinmon gate and its surroundings A dedicated ema is displayed😮 Sometimes... there's a gentle breeze 😐 Makes you feel calm ⛩️ postscript On January 2nd of the Year of the Snake, it rises early in the morning. On January 12th, I went up with an acquaintance. I was able to visit the shrine on Snake Day in the Year of the Snake🤗 (Original) 雄琴神社...🧐 何時も車窓から気になり参拝🙇 実は今回...2度目の参拝である 伊勢へ七度 熊野へ三度雄琴様へは月参りと信仰されている古社🥸 栃木県壬生町の 総氏神😶‍🌫️総鎮守😶‍🌫️である 主祭神は次の4柱の神ですな😶‍🌫️ 天照大御神😶‍🌫️ 天武天皇😶‍🌫️ 舎人親王😶‍🌫️ 小槻今雄😶‍🌫️ 寛治5年1091年鎮守府将軍 清原武則の子孫である保定が 創建したらしいです😮 当所は藤森仁神社としたらしく 文明5年1469壬生彦五郎胤業が 雄琴神社...近江国より 祖.小槻今雄公を勧請合祀 社殿を立て替え現社名に 改めたらしい🤔 参道口に社標⛩️雄琴神社 一ノ鳥居⛩️の明神鳥居を潜ると 参道は意外と長く沐浴をし 二の鳥居へ意気揚々と向かう🤗 二の鳥居は銅製で😮 稀少な造りをしています🧐 前方に社標...郷社雄琴神社 扁額〜正一位雄琴大明神を掲げ二ノ鳥居は笠木に4つの 三つ巴紋を施した 栃木県文化財の銅造台輪鳥居⛩️ さらに...🧐 扁額〜正一位雄琴大明神を 掲げた随神門と周りに 奉納絵馬が掲げられています😮 時折...優しき風があり😐 穏やかな気持にしてくれる⛩️ 追記 乙巳年の1月2日は早朝に上り 1月12日は知人と一緒に上り 巳年の巳の日に参拝出来て🤗

(Translated by Google) Crossing the suspension bridge over Shinonome Park in Mibu Town and crossing the Kuro River will lead you to Ogoto Shrine, Mibu's hometown shrine. (There is a separate Otorii gate which is the main entrance, but I have only ever been there by this route.) It was founded in 1091, but the current main shrine was completed in 1686. As the main deity The four pillars are: 1) Amaterasu Omokami, 2) Emperor Tenmu, 3) Imperial Prince Toneri, and 4) Imao Ozuki. Most of the shrines and temples in the plains of Tochigi Prefecture were burnt down during the Sengoku period and were rebuilt after the Edo period, but this shrine was rebuilt quite early in the 1600s, even though it was in the Edo period, and has a very elegant structure. It is also famous for the fact that in the late Edo period, the priest of this shrine, Mr. Toyomaro Kurokawa, formed the ``Rikamatai'' in this area and carried out royal service activities.There is a monument that reads ``Shimono Kinno, the place where the Rikamatai was formed'' at the entrance to the Kurokawa residence of the priest of the same shrine, which is right next to the shrine. There is also a river of spring water flowing just below the shrine, giving it the feel of a sacred area and a world apart from the open park next door, and I thought it was a wonderful contrast. (Original) 壬生町の東雲公園に掛かるつり橋（しののめさくらばし）を渡って黒川を超えると壬生の郷社である雄琴神社へと至ります。 （正面入り口である大鳥居は別にあるのですが私はこのルートでしか行ったことがありません） 創建は1091年ですが現在の本殿は1686年に完成したとのことで 主祭神としては ①天照皇大神（あまてらすすめおおかみ）②天武天皇　③舎人親王（とねりしんのう）④小槻今雄公（おづきいまおこう）の4柱となります。 栃木県内の平野部にある神社仏閣は戦国時代にほぼ焼けてしまって江戸時代以降に再建されたものが多いですが、この神社に関しては江戸期とはいえ1600年代とかなり早い時期に再建されており非常に風雅な造りとなっています。 また江戸末期にはこの神社の神主である黒川豊麿氏によって「利鎌隊」がこの地で結成され勤王活動を行ったことでも有名で神社のすぐお隣の同神社神主の黒川氏宅の入り口に「下野勤王　利鎌隊結成の所」の碑があります。 神社のすぐ下側には湧き水の川も流れていて、いかにも神域といった感じでお隣の開けた公園とは別世界のようで、そうした対照的な印象が素敵だなあと思いました。

(Translated by Google) It is a quiet shrine surrounded by trees. You can receive a stamp directly written on it, and there is a large parking lot next to the torii gate, making it easy to visit the shrine. The precincts are clean and well-maintained, and you can sometimes hear the sound of trains running right next door and see vehicles passing by from within the precincts. (Original) 木々に囲まれた静かな神社です。 御朱印は直書きでいただくことが出来ます、駐車場は鳥居横に広いスペースがあり楽に参拝出来ます。 境内は綺麗で整備が行き届いています、時折直ぐ隣に走る電車の音が聞こえる境内から通過する車両も見ることが出来ます。

(Translated by Google) This is a shrine where we visit the moon every month. The Kurokawa River flows nearby, and there is a park beyond the bridge, where you can enjoy a wonderful cherry blossom viewing during the cherry blossom season. (Original) 毎月月参りをさせていただいている神社です 近くには黒川が流れていて、橋を渡った先には公園になっていて、桜の開花時期には素敵な花見を楽しめます

(Translated by Google) The shrine is adjacent to Shinonome Park across the river, so you can park your car in the park's parking lot and take a leisurely stroll while visiting. It's not a particularly large shrine, but it seems they have many different types of goshuin stamps depending on the season. However, they only give simple stamps, so I received a colorful one that had been written in advance. Thank you very much. (Original) 川向こうの東雲(しののめ)公園と隣接している神社なので、公園の駐車場に車を止めてのんびり散策しながら、参拝できます。それほど大きな神社ではありませんが、御朱印は季節などに応じてたくさんの種類があるようです。ただ、直書きはシンプルなものだというので、書き置きのカラフルな御朱印をいただきました。ありがとうございました。

(Translated by Google) This is a quiet shrine tucked away in a residential area. Once you pass through the large torii gate from the street, the approach to the shrine is surrounded by tall, large trees, which is very calming. There was a festival starting at 5 o'clock, so it was prepared, but it was a very peaceful shrine nonetheless. There were several types of goshuin stamps, both written and double-page, and they were all cute. There is parking next to the large torii gate, and also one just before if you go further into the residential area. You can drive up to right in front of the shrine, and there is a slope, so I think the shrine is relatively easy to get to even for people with bad legs. (Original) 住宅街にひっそりと経つ神社です。 通りからの大鳥居を潜ると参道には高さがある大きな木々に囲まれ　とても落ち着きました。 たまたま5時からのお祭りの為、用意がされていましたが　とにかく心休まる神社でした。 御朱印は、書き置きのみですが数種類、通常と見開きとであり　どれも可愛かったです。 駐車場は、大鳥居横と　もっと住宅街を進むと直前にも駐車場がありました。 社殿の目の前まで車で行き、スロープもあるので足が悪い方でも比較的に行きやすい神社さんだと思います。

(Translated by Google) This was my first visit. It's a shrine I really like, with a long approach from the large torii gate, a splendid shrine gate, and a main building. I received a goshuin at the chief priest's house next door. (Original) 初めて訪れました。大鳥居からの長い参道に立派な神門に社殿と、まさに好きな神社です。横にある宮司さんの御自宅で御朱印をいただきました。

(Translated by Google) I visited for the first time on September 16, 2023. I parked at the nearby Mibu-cho Castle Ruins Park parking lot. The enshrined deity, Torii Mototada, was a military commander who was killed in the Battle of Fushimi Castle, a prelude to the Battle of Sekigahara. There is a ``Tatami mound'' in the back where Mototada buried the blood-stained tatami mats on which Mototada committed suicide, acting as the captain of Fushimi Castle at the behest of Tokugawa Ieyasu.Although it is not very large, it is quiet and has a nice and relaxing atmosphere. (Original) 2023年9月16日に初めて訪れました。 駐車場は近くの壬生町城址公園駐車場に停めて行きました。 祭神の鳥居元忠は、関ヶ原の戦いの前哨戦となる伏見城の戦いで討ち死にした武将。 徳川家康の命を受け伏見城の主将としていて、元忠が自害した血染めの畳を埋めた「畳塚」が裏手にあり、それほど大きいわけではありませんが、静かで雰囲気も良く落ち着く感じでした。

(Translated by Google) It’s nice to see it kept clean! ️ You can get the Goshuin stamp at Ogoto Shrine! (Original) 綺麗にされていて良いです‼️ 御朱印は雄琴神社で貰えます！

(Translated by Google) This shrine is dedicated to Torii Mototada, the founder of the Torii clan and a loyal retainer of Tokugawa Ieyasu, who was the first lord of the Mibu domain of the Torii family, Tadateru, who moved to Mibu in 1712 due to the change of country. Behind the shrine is a monument called Tatamizuka, where Mototada is said to have placed a tatami mat stained with his blood when he committed suicide in a struggle to protect Fushimi Castle. Prince Tadahide left behind many achievements, but my favorite story is about Tochigi's specialty, ``kanpyo.'' Its origin dates back to 1712, when Prince Torii Tadahide arrived from Omi Province, and in order to save the lives of the impoverished people of his territory due to the lack of produce, he ordered the seeds of the sagebrush from his previous place and passed on the word ``kanpyo.'' It seems that it has been done. Since then, Mibu Town has continued to be a major production area for Kanpyo. I heard good things from local people. (Original) １７１２年に国替えにより壬生に移った鳥居家の壬生初代藩主、鳥居忠英（ただてる）が徳川家康の忠臣にて鳥居氏の祖、鳥居元忠を祀った神社。神社の裏手には元忠が伏見城を守るため、奮闘の末自刃した際にその血で染まった畳をこの地に納めたと伝わる『畳塚』の記念碑が建立されています。 数々の功績を残した忠英公ですが、私が一番気に入ったエピソードは栃木名産「かんぴょう」の話です。由来は、１７１２年に「鳥居忠英」公が、近江国から着任した際、領内に産物が乏しく貧しい領民の暮らしを救うため前任地よりユウガオの種を取り寄せ「かんぴょう」を伝えたことが始まりとされているそうです。それ以来、壬生町はかんぴょうの一大産地として現在に至っているそう。地元の方にいい話をうかがいました。

(Translated by Google) ◆A shrine dedicated to Torii Mototada, who was active with Tokugawa Ieyasu. At the very back is a tatami mound. You can reach it by walking along the long approach road from Otemon Street next to the castle ruins park. For parking 🅿️, it is best to use the castle ruins park. There was also a nice storehouse and large tree nearby, so I took a photo of them as well. I visited Mibu Town on Monday, October 11, 2021 while walking around the city. Below is the content of the information board ●Seichu Shrine <Enshrined Deity> Spiritual Spirit God (Torii Hikoemon Mototada) 〈Festival〉September Seventh Eve Eve Festival September 8th main festival (Originally the day of death in battle, August 1st of the lunar calendar) <honorable history> In the second year of Shotoku (1702), the previous lord of the castle, the Kato clan, moved to Minakuchi, Omi Province, and from there the Torii clan transferred to the Mibu Domain. Tadahide Torii received the deity of Hikoemon Otorii in the northeast corner of Mibu Castle from the Yoshida family, the lord of Jingi Kansei, as a ``spiritual god'' in 1799. In 1849, the shrine was moved to its current location and the shrine building was changed. The enshrined deity, Torii Mototada, was ordered by Tokugawa Ieyasu to serve as the captain of Fushimi Castle, and in 1600, he committed suicide while defending the castle from an army attack. It was a prelude to the Battle of Sekigahara. Later, during the Tokugawa era, the Tokugawa family praised Mototada's military exploits, and his eldest son Tadashi was given 100,000 koku in the castle, and later 240,000 koku in Yamagata. The Torii family served as the lord of Mibu Castle for seven generations from Tadayoshi until the Meiji Restoration. Mr. Mibu Torii High [30,000 koku] Real high [48,000 koku] (Original) ◆徳川家康とともに活躍した鳥居元忠公を祀った神社。一番奥には「畳塚」がある。 大手門通りから城址公園の隣に、長～い参道を歩いてたどり着く。駐車場🅿️は城址公園を利用するとよい。 近くに立派な蔵や大樹もあったので、合わせて撮影📷した。 2021年１０月１１日(月)に壬生町の街歩きで訪れた。 以下は案内板の内容 ●精忠神社(せいちゅうじんじゃ) 〈祭神〉 精忠霊神(鳥居彦右衛門元忠公) 〈祭日〉九月七日前夜祭 九月八日 本祭 (元は戦死日、旧暦八月一日) 〈由緒〉 正徳二年(一七〇二年) それまでの城主加藤氏は近江国水口へ 同所から鳥居氏が壬生藩へと国替えとなった。 鳥居忠英は壬生城内東北の隅に、その祖鳥居彦右衛門を 寛政十一年(一七九九年)神祇管領吉田家より「精忠霊神」の神を受ける。 嘉永二年(一八四九年)現在の地に遷し社殿を改める。 祭神鳥居元忠公は徳川家康の命を受け伏見城の主将として 慶長五年(一六〇〇年)軍の城攻めを死守し自刃した。 関ヶ原の戦いの前哨戦であった。 その後、徳川の世となると元忠公の戦功を徳川家は嘉し、長男忠を城で十万石のち山形で二十四万石を遇された。 尚、鳥居家は忠英より七代、明治維新まで壬生城主を務めた。 壬生鳥居氏 高【三万石】 実高【四万八千石】

(Translated by Google) This is a shrine dedicated to Lord Torii, and there is a monument of ``Tatamizuka'' behind the main shrine. You can get the goshuin at the nearby Ogoto Shrine. I happened to meet the representative of the shrine parishioners and received a valuable pamphlet. (Original) 鳥居公を祀る神社で、本殿後ろに「畳塚」の碑があります。御朱印は近くの雄琴神社で頂けます。たまたま氏子総代の方とお会いできて貴重なパンフレットを頂きました。

(Translated by Google) This is a shrine where Torii Mototada is enshrined. It's a place I've always wanted to go to someday. (^^) I’m happy to go 🎶 He was a Mikawa samurai who was one in the same spirit with Tokugawa Ieyasu, and who dissipated spectacularly at Fushimi Castle before the Battle of Sekigahara to maintain his loyalty. Later, Tokugawa Ieyasu, who won the Battle of Sekigahara, installed the blood-stained tatami on the upper floor of the Fushimi turret in Edo Castle to honor Mototada Torii's loyalty. When Edo Castle was surrendered by Kaishu Katsu and Takamori Saigo during the Meiji Restoration, the tatami mats were buried next to Seitada Shrine in Mibu-cho, Shimotsuga-gun, Tochigi Prefecture, and a memorial service was held there. In addition, blood-stained floorboards were used as ``blood ceilings'' on the ceilings of Yogen-in Temple in Kyoto City, Hosen-in Temple, Shoden-ji Temple, Genko-an Temple, and Kosho-ji Temple in Uji City, and can still be seen today. I'd like to see it at least once. (Original) 鳥居元忠が祀られている神社です。 いつか、行ってみたいと思っていた場所です。(^^)行けて嬉しい🎶 あの、徳川家康とは一心同体で、関ヶ原合戦が始まる前に伏見城で華々しく散り忠義を貫いた三河武士の人です。 後に、関ヶ原の戦いを制した徳川家康は、その血染めの畳を鳥居元忠の忠義を称える形で、江戸城の伏見櫓の階上に設置した。 明治維新で、勝海舟と西郷隆盛により江戸城明け渡しとなった際、その畳は栃木県下都賀郡壬生町の精忠神社脇に埋められて供養されているそうです。 また、血染めの床板は「血天井」として京都市の養源院をはじめ、宝泉院、正伝寺、源光庵、宇治市の興聖寺の天井に用いられ、現在も垣間見る事ができるそうで一度は見てみたい。

(Translated by Google) A shrine dedicated to Torii Mototada. Mototada has been a close aide of Ieyasu since he was a hostage. He is 3 years older than Ieyasu. He is said to be a ``model of the Mikawa samurai'' because of the episode in which he barricaded himself in Fushimi Castle for 13 days with his small army for Ieyasu, and died in single combat with Shigetomo Suzuki. (Original) 鳥居元忠を祭った神社。元忠は家康の人質時代からの側近。家康よりも３才年上。 家康のために寡兵で伏見城に13日間立て籠り、鈴木重朝と一騎討ちの末に討ち死にしたエピソードから「三河武士の鑑」と言われている。

(Translated by Google) Visited October 2023. It is famous for its Kaya trees, and it was a spectacular sight to see the fallen Kaya nuts spread all over the ground, and the aroma that came from the broken fruit when stepped on. White spider lilies also bloom. (Original) 2023.10訪問。カヤの木が有名だが、カヤの実が落ちて地面いっぱいに広がり、踏まれて割れた実から香気があふれ、圧巻だった。白い彼岸花も咲く。

(Translated by Google) This temple is one of the Thirty-Three Sacred Sites of Shimotsuke, and there is a 300-year-old Kaya tree within the precincts. The statues of the Twelve Generals seem to be treasures of the temple. (Original) この寺は下野三十三霊場の一つで、境内には、樹齢３００年のカヤの木があります。十二神将の像が寺の宝物みたいです。

(Translated by Google) It is famous for the tomb of Torii-sama. (Original) 鳥居様のお墓があり有名です

(Translated by Google) It's a beautiful and quaint temple. (Original) きれいで趣きの有るお寺ですね。

(Translated by Google) Shimotsuke Kannon sacred place 21st temple Shingon sect Chizan sect (Original) 下野観音霊場　２１番札所　真言宗智山派

(Translated by Google) It's very normal! Cleaning is thorough. (Original) ごくごく普通なので!掃除は行き届いています。

(Translated by Google) Visiting the grave on the equinox. (Original) お彼岸の墓参りです。

(Translated by Google) Stone statues of turtles can be seen here and there. I think it's cute and very good for turtle lovers. It may have been placed by a worshiper, but there was a small alien-like ornament placed on top of a stone turtle statue in front of the shrine office, and it was really cute lol The atmosphere at the shrine was quiet and very comfortable. Basically, it seems to be an unmanned shrine, but there are stamps, etc., and when I inquired with the person at the shrine, they told me that it is unmanned on weekdays, but on weekends and holidays. It seems that goshuin stamps can also be written on weekdays and handwritten on weekends and holidays. I would like to visit you again on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. (Original) ところどころに亀の石像が見られます。 亀好きにとっては可愛らしくてとても良いと思います。参拝者が置いた物かもしれませんが、社務所前の亀の石像に小さな宇宙人のような置物が置いてあって、すごいかわいかった笑 神社の雰囲気も静けさがあって、とても心地よいものでした。 基本的には無人の神社のようですが、御朱印等もあり、神社の方に問い合わせたところ、平日は無人で、土日祝日はいらっしゃるようです。 御朱印も、平日は書置き、土日祝日は直書き対応も可能みたいです。 土日祝日にまた伺いたいと思います。

(Translated by Google) Visited on January 12, 2025 Iwaki Negisa Shrine is... There are many around here in Tochigi Prefecture... perhaps! ! Originated here! ! (I think so.) It is enshrined on top of Kamezuka Tumulus. The story of Izanami no Mikoto and Izanami no Mikoto also originates from this place. The origin of the name of the place of Emperor Sujin's prince, etc. Like a spell (Iwasaki Nesaki) is... Two gods! Iwasaku no Kami! Nesaku no Kami! It means! ! Here! ! As a god of eight million... You can also visit the Seven Lucky Gods! ! ＼(^o^)／ Heaven and earth stone! ! but! ! It is written that the weight changes due to the power of the natural world... Really! ! It's strange! ! (The effect is ambiguous the second time!!) The weight is completely different! ! (with the same hand) Well…those who believe will be saved! ! m(__)m It's a shrine... We also do directions! We will tour the Seven Lucky Gods around Kamezuka Tumulus. There is also a subsidiary company. You can also visit the power spot of Iwaki-kami-kami-kami towards Mt. Nantai. From here! ! You can also visit Ise Grand Shrine! ! ＼(^o^)／ (Original) 2025年1月12日参拝 磐裂根裂神社は… 栃木県のこの周辺に数多く有りますが… 多分！！ ココが発祥！！（だと思います。） 亀塚古墳の上に鎮座しています。 伊邪那美命や伊弉冉尊の話も由来していて 崇神天皇の皇子の地名からの由縁など… 呪文の様な（いわさきねさき）は… 2つの神！ いわさくのかみ！ ねさくのかみ！ の意味です！！ ココでは！！ 八百万の神として… 七福神巡りも出来ます！！＼(^o^)／ 天地石！！が！！ 自然界のパワーで重さが変わると書いてますが… 本当に！！不思議なんです！！ （2回目は効果が曖昧！！） 重さが全く違うんです！！（同じ手で） まぁ…信じる者は救われる！！m(__)m 神社ですが… 方位除けもやってます！ 亀塚古墳の周りを七福神巡りします。 末社もあります。 男体山に向かって磐裂神根裂神のパワースポットもお参り出来ます。 ココから！！ 伊勢神宮の参拝も出来ます！！＼(^o^)／

(Translated by Google) I am allowed to go to New Year's visit every year due to a small connection. It's a shrine where you can feel like you've returned to the countryside, where the old neighborhood relationships remain. I feel like the line to visit the shrine gets longer every year until the morning of New Year's Day, probably because more and more people are becoming aware of its beauty. I don't want to spread the word any further, but I would like everyone to visit. I'm having a great New Year's holiday where I can go back to my childhood and try some free cotton candy with my kids as soup stock, and do some lucky draws. In addition, amulets for students to pray for success are also available here. There is also a free parking lot using rice fields. (Original) ちょっとしたご縁で毎年初詣に行かせていただいてます。昔ながらの隣近所の付き合いが残っているような、なんか田舎に帰ってきたようなほっとする神社です。年々良さに気が付いた人が増えてきたのか元旦の午前中までは毎年参拝のための行列が長くなっていくような気がします。デスからこれ以上広めたくないのですがしかし、皆さんに訪れていただきたいです。子供をダシにして無料のわたあめをもらって食べてみたり、福引をしたりと童心に帰ってよい正月を過ごさせていただいています。また、生徒たちの合格祈願のお守りもここでお世話になっています。田圃を使用した無料駐車場もアジがあります。

(Translated by Google) I have visited the shrine several times. I came here for the first time in a while, but since it was a weekday, there was no one there, so I had to buy the amulets by myself. I can feel the desire to entertain the worshipers in various ways. (Original) 何回か参拝させていただいています ひさしぶりに来ましたが、平日なのか誰もいなくて、御守などはセルフになっています 色々と参拝客を楽しませようとの思いを感じでいます

(Translated by Google) I was passing by and was curious about it, so I visited. There is a large parking lot, and it is probably crowded with locals visiting New Year's shrines. Unfortunately, the signboard with the history written on it is hidden in the shade of a tree and is difficult to see. The main shrine is located at the front of the Kamezuka tumulus, and behind the main shrine there are stone statues of the Seven Lucky Gods that go around the back circle of the Kamezuka tumulus, but we visited during the rainy season. There were so many mosquitoes that I gave up on going all the way around. (Original) 通りがかりで気になっていたので訪問しました。 駐車場は広く、おそらくお正月には地元の方々の初詣で賑わうのでしょう。由緒が書かれている看板が木の陰になっていて見にくいのが残念。本殿が亀塚古墳の前方部にあり、本殿の裏手にある亀塚古墳後円部をぐるっと廻るように七福神の石像があるようですが、訪問したのは梅雨時。あまりの蚊の多さに、一周するのは断念しました。

(Translated by Google) There are many places to visit and you can enjoy it like a theme park. . Last time I visited, the awarding office was unmanned and I received a written stamp. This time, we had the monthly goshuin and Kobayashi Shrine's goshuin written on it. ``That rat'' was abandoned in the old amulet storage area. I'm sad that some people didn't receive their orders (of course, it's not the shrine's fault). (Original) お参りスポットも多くテーマパークのように楽しめます。。 前回お参りしたときは授与所は無人で書き置きの御朱印を拝受。今回は月替りの御朱印と小林神社様の御朱印を書き入れていただきました。 古い御札の納所に“あのネズミ”が捨てられていました。不届き者がいて悲しいです(もちろん神社様の責任ではありません)。

(Translated by Google) A shrine that I have been interested in for a while. Visiting shrines once a month I go to worship in high spirits. The entrance may be a little difficult to find. There's a flag up there, but... The precincts are a little lonely. There is a passageway from the side of the temple. Tour of the Seven Lucky Gods There are mini Seven Lucky Gods. This is also cute as it is a mini. A shrine loved by locals. I received a goshuin stamp and headed home... (Original) 前々から気になっていた神社。 月に一度は神社巡りと 意気揚々と参拝へ行く。 入口がちょっと解りにくいかも。 一応幟がたってはいるけど… 境内はちょっぴり寂しげ。 拝殿の脇から通路があり 七福神巡りといった ミニ七福神が居るのである。 これがまたミニだけに可愛い。 地元民に愛されている神社。 御朱印も頂き帰路へ…

(Translated by Google) Until around 1984, it was Inaba Junior High School. Currently, the school-style building is rented out as an accommodation facility, and the gymnasium and schoolyard are rented out as sports facilities. The school grounds include a tennis court and a barbecue area. There's also a pool, but it doesn't seem to have been cleaned even in the summer, so it's probably just the same one from junior high school that's not being rented out. The surrounding area is basically forests and villages, and the closest store is a 7-Eleven, which is a long walk down the hill. If you are renting a bicycle for a university or sports club training camp, you will need a car or at least a bicycle as a substitute, unless you will not be going out at all during your stay. (Original) 1984年頃までは稲葉中学校でした。現在、校舎風の建物は宿泊施設、体育館と校庭はスポーツ施設として貸出が行われています。校庭にはテニスコート、バーベキュー場などあり。プールもありますが、夏も掃除していないようなので、おそらく中学校時代のものがそのままになっているだけで貸出はしていないものと思われます。 周りは基本的に山林と集落で、一番近いお店は坂を下ってだいぶ歩いたところにあるセブンイレブンです。大学やスポーツサークルの合宿などで借りるなら、滞在中一切外出しないのでなければ、足代わりの自動車か、せめて自転車は必要です。

(Translated by Google) It feels like a nostalgic square. It is said to be the site of an old elementary school. (Original) 昔懐かしの広場な感じですね 大昔の小学校跡地だそうです

(Translated by Google) It's the worst. I made a reservation by phone in advance, was asked for my contact information, and was asked what time the reception would be open. When I asked, they said they would be there until 5pm, but they wanted me to come by around 4pm, so I went to the local reception to make sure they were punctual on the day I made the reservation, and they told me that they had made a reservation on a one-point basis, even though they didn't have any reservations. But I couldn't get through the conversation, so I gave up. This is no good, as others have said, the reception is no good. (Original) 最低です。 事前に電話予約し、連絡先など聞かれ、何時頃まで受付やってるか？と聞くと午後5時まで居るが4時位まで来てもらいたいとの事言ったので、予約した日の時間厳守で現地受付に伺うと、予約が入ってないの一点張りで予約した旨話したが話しが通じないので諦めました。 これでは、ダメですね、他の人も言う様に、受付がダメダメです。

(Translated by Google) The receptionist didn't reply and silently handed me the usage notification while watching TV. I've been there 3 times and it's like that every time. Is it something that can't be done? . . (Original) 受付が返事もせず使用届けの紙をテレビを見ながら黙って突き出す。３回行ったが毎回そんな感じ。何とかならないものでしょうか。。。

(Translated by Google) The facilities are reasonably priced and easy to use. I think it would be easier to go to the forest if it were easier to get to and from the forest next door. (Original) 施設はリーズナブルで使いやすいです。隣にある森との行き来がしやすくなるともっと森にいきやすくなると思います

(Translated by Google) A security guard at Jizo Bridge-related construction on the east side. During the period, I was watching pedestrians at the crosswalk in front of me. (Original) 東側にある地蔵橋関連工事の警備員で 期間中は、けっこう前の横断歩道で、歩行者をみてました。

(Translated by Google) There is a cross-country course. (Original) クロカンコースがあります。

Ōya Temple, or Ōya Kannon, is a beautiful and spiritual site nestled among dramatic cliffs of soft Ōya stone, just a short drive from Utsunomiya. The temple is famous for its ancient rock carvings, including the impressive eleven-faced Kannon statue, said to be Japan’s oldest stone Buddha, delicately carved directly into the cliff face over a thousand years ago. The setting is serene and mystical — surrounded by towering stone walls, lush greenery, and the quiet sound of nature. The temple’s atmosphere feels timeless, offering a sense of calm and reverence that contrasts perfectly with the bustling city nearby. Visitors can also admire the massive Heiwa Kannon statue overlooking the site, symbolizing peace and compassion.

Very cool spot. Go see this and Heiwa Kannon. The temple in the rocks was incredible. Plus the mummy of the monk, many artifacts from the area, lots of beauty spots. Make sure you go behind the wooden main shrine to the left to see the museum, garden, white snakes, koi, and more! No photos allowed inside the temple but it’s gorgeous!

This is a very cool place! The setting is striking, and the stone buddhas are the most impressive I’ve seen in Japan; I believe that all of them are Important Cultural Properties. There’s also a little treasure hall with some ancient human remains, and a scenic garden.

A unique Buddhist Temple that is carved into the side of a rock cliff and preserves the oldest Buddhist stone reliefs in Japan. A giant statue of Kannon, the Goddess of Mercy, is located on the temple grounds. Free parking is available too.

Historical place in Tochigi ken, carvings are amazing. Photography inside the cave is prohibited unluckily. Carvings inside the cave are mind blowing. There are so many nice restaurants around as well.

Serene and calming temple — definitely should drop by if you are in the area! The stone carvings were unique and I felt very rejuvenated after spending some time here. We went on a nice autumn day and the garden was absolutely beautiful! Note that some areas require you to do a small hike up some stairs so make sure you wear the right shoes. ^^ But the view is worth it and the nature will give you energy. We paid 500 yen per person entry fee but free parking.

A very old Wonderful Buddhist temple.30mins bus from utsunomiya station..

Tip, go for smaller strawberries!!

Nice

(Translated by Google) Big and sweet! Limited to 10 people in a spacious house. I was able to hunt slowly. I received 100 pieces and was very satisfied. Revisited on 2025/01/05. This time it was sweet and I was very satisfied. (Original) 大きくて甘い!広々なハウスに限定10名。ゆっくり狩れた。100個いただき大満足。 2025/01/05に再訪。今回も甘くて大満足。

(Translated by Google) Today (Saturday, February 15th), I went to Strawberry Garden Royal in Mibu-cho, Shimotsuga-gun, Tochigi Prefecture to buy strawberries. There were many people who came to pick strawberries, but I just wanted to buy them. This is a place where the person who developed the strawberry called Onho sells a new strawberry called Royal Queen. It's fragrant, sweet, and juicy. (Original) 今日(2月15日、土曜日)は、栃木県下都賀郡壬生町にあるストロベリーガーデンロイヤルに苺を買いに行って来ました。 いちご摘みに来ている人が多くいましたが、私は、買うだけです。 女峰と言ういちごを開発した人が新しく作ったロイヤルクイーンと言う苺を売っている所です。 香り高く、甘く、ジューシーです。

(Translated by Google) [STRAWBERRY GARDEN ROYAL] • Strawberry picking General (junior high school students and above) 2800 yen Preschool children 3 years old and older: 1,700 yen “Strawberry picking to enjoy only high quality strawberry Royal Queen” Royal Queen Strawberry Farm in Shimotsuga District, Gifu Prefecture. Located about 20 minutes walk from Mibu Station To “STRAWBERRY GARDEN ROYAL”! ◼️Strawberry picking “STRAWBERRY GARDEN ROYAL” You can enjoy strawberry picking with a time limit of 30 minutes! After paying the bill, I received condensed milk at the cash register. Each person will be given one set of heta-ai! What varieties of strawberries can you enjoy while picking strawberries? Only high-quality strawberry “Royal Queen”! The Royal Queen is the developer of Nyoho. Apparently it's a newly created variety and it's juicy. It has a rich sweetness and is delicious! The color is deep with crimson strawberries that are red all the way to the inside. I found it sweeter and more delicious when the seeds were red! Because it is grown on a raised platform, you can eat it without having to squat down. The path was wide so I was able to enjoy it comfortably! ◼️Other/Information Address: 14 Omote-cho, Mibu-cho, Shimotsuga-gun, Tochigi Prefecture Business hours: 9:00-15:30 Closed: Wednesday only (Original) 【STRAWBERRY GARDEN ROYAL】 • いちご狩り 一般(中学生以上) 2800円 3歳以上未就学児 1700円 『高級いちごロイヤルクイーンのみを楽しむいちご狩り』 岐阜県下都賀郡のロイヤルクイーンのいちご農園。 壬生駅から徒歩約20分の場所にある 「STRAWBERRY GARDEN ROYAL」さんへ！ ◼️いちご狩り 「STRAWBERRY GARDEN ROYAL」さんの いちご狩りは時間制限30分で楽しめます！ 会計を済ませるとレジで練乳が入った へた入れを1人1セット渡されます！ いちご狩りで楽しめるいちごの品種は 高級いちご「ロイヤルクイーン」のみです！ ロイヤルクイーンは女峰の開発者が 新たに作った品種だそうでジューシーさと 豊かな甘みがあり美味しいです！ 中まで赤い深紅のいちごで色が濃く 種まで赤い方が甘く美味しく感じました！ 高設栽培なのでしゃがまずに食べれて 道幅も広いので快適に楽しめました！ ◼️その他・情報 住所：栃木県下都賀郡壬生町表町１４ 営業時間：9:00〜15:30 定休日：水曜日のみ

(Translated by Google) I made a reservation to go strawberry picking on a weekend in mid-February. I went there with high expectations because of the high reviews, but to be honest, I was disappointed as there were hardly any large strawberries and they were just ordinary strawberries that weren't very sweet. The one for sale was large, nice-looking, and looked delicious, so I might have had a different impression if that had been the case. (Original) 2月中旬の週末にいちご狩りを予約して行きました。口コミ評価が高かっただけにかなり期待して行ったのですが、大きな苺はほとんどなく、あまり甘くないごく普通のいちごで、正直期待はずれでした。販売用のは大きくて見栄えが良くて美味しそうだったので、それなら違う感想だったかもしれません。

(Translated by Google) We started strawberry picking after receiving a cup to collect the stems and a wet towel. The strawberries, separated into lanes, were ripe with fruit and all delicious varieties, so we were very satisfied. They ranged in size from large to small, and were so sweet and refreshing that we could have eaten them for 30 minutes straight. We went in March, so it was a little warm in the sun and the humidity was low. There was a water pipe inside the greenhouse, and temporary toilets outside. Jam and strawberry souvenirs were available for sale. (Original) ヘタを貯める用のコップと、おしぼりをもらってからいちご狩りスタート。 レーン毎に別れているいちごは沢山実っていて、しかもすごく美味しい品種で大満足。 大きいものから小さいものまで様々で、30分食べ続けられるくらいの甘さと爽やかさです。 三月にいきましたが日が射すと少し温かく、湿度は低め。 水道はハウス内にあり、トイレは外の仮設。 ジャムやいちごのお土産物販売しています。