This temple is absolutely beautiful and our favourite so far. There are much less tourists here which gives you the opportunity to savour and enjoy the surroundings. The template has been so well preserved and has lots of small shrines and a gate on the approach up to it with beautiful trees and plants and lanterns all around. There are also lots of little restaurants and places to buy souvenirs. A really beautiful place.

What a massive and truly awe-inspiring temple! Easily one of the most impressive I’ve visited in Japan. The architecture and atmosphere are breathtaking, and the sense of history is felt everywhere. We were very lucky to chance upon a blessing by the temple’s chief abbot, which made the visit even more special. A must-see when in Nagano!

This temple is truly remarkable. It was constructed over a millennium ago and has been meticulously preserved under Japanese stewardship. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it stands as a testament to the enduring beauty and cultural significance of Japan. A visit to this iconic attraction is undoubtedly a must for any traveler exploring the country.

Went here as an unplanned visit after arriving in Nagano and being told that the snow monkeys were not in the onsen after arriving at Nagano Station. It turned out to be a wonderful surprise, and the Zenkōji temple is definitely well worth a visit. Went in the afternoon around 2pm just as the sun was going down, which gave a special light to the area. There is both an element of gravitas as a place of worship and a memorial site. Several Japanese locals visited to pay religious respects, including many elderly Japanese citizens who likely have familial ties to the place. The grounds are serene and well maintained and the walk up the cobblestoned path feels almost like a pilgrimage. A lot of locals walk and carry dogs in prams. A pitbull in a pram/dress, a manicured sausage dog with knitted hats. A husky in a full dress. Many locals in kimono. The foodstalls felt a bit out of place on the walk up the hill, but the other stores selling prayer materials and small souvenirs did feel vibrant and not too heavily commercialized. November is a good time of year to go. The Japanese maples start to turn red, the crowds are too great and the temperature is crisp. It felt like a very authentic visit and one I would highly recommend.

One of the best in Japan…Awesome architecture and space. This temple has many nooks and crannies, paths and buildings, to view. Learn about the raccoon dog or write a message on Rilakumma - a mix of old and new! We spent 2-3 hours here.

Beautiful temple with a great pedestrian only shopping street in front. The whole area smelled of insence and there was a lot to look at. Don't need tickets. It's about a half hour walk from the main train station.

Beautiful temple, completed by the road of shops leading up to it. The area offered a great little shopping experience and, in early November, was bright and warm with fall colours. Great tourist half-day out, and walkable from Nagano Station.

Good and refresh for all types of age

Excellent food options as well as souvenirs and a nearby fruitstand to purchase fuji apples

Very good to visit during the winter!

(Translated by Google) Visited with family on a holiday afternoon. A great park for families with small children. A great fountain plaza, a beautiful pond with carp, huge playground equipment, a large grassy area, a beautiful roadside station. A truly impressive facility. I hope it will be maintained like this forever. Safety: 5 I don't know about night, but it's great during the day. However, be careful with small children at the pond. Cleanliness: 5 The adjacent roadside station is very clean. The fountain in the park is simply beautiful. Access: 5 Close to the highway and in a highway oasis. Large parking lot. Be careful during events. Facilities: 5 The fountain plaza is impressive. The playground equipment is also great. Small children can spend the whole day there. The tennis courts are also great. (Original) 休日の午後に家族で訪問。 小さい子供がいるファミリーには、 最高の公園。 最高の噴水広場、鯉や綺麗な池、巨大遊具、 広い芝生広場、綺麗な道の駅 本当に感動する施設。 いつまでもこの状態を維持をお願いしたい。 安全性・・・・5 夜は知らないが、日中は、最高。 ただ、池は、小さい子供は、注意 清潔さ・・・・5 隣接する道の駅は、清潔そのもの。 公園の噴水はとにかく綺麗 アクセス・・・・5 高速も近く、かつハイウェイオアシス内。 駐車場も広い。イベント時は注意 設備・・・・5 噴水広場は、圧巻。 遊具も素晴らしい。 小さい子供は、1日いれる。 テニスコートも素晴らしい。

(Translated by Google) It's directly connected to the expressway, and you can park in the parking lot inside and then head to the roadside station and park. It's also directly outside the ETC exit, making it extremely accessible. The parking lot right in front of the roadside station gets crowded, so it's difficult to find a spot unless you time it just as other cars are leaving. There are several parking lots nearby. The roadside station has a restaurant and a great souvenir corner. The park is very spacious, and in the summer you can play in the fountain. In the fall, the contrast of red and yellow leaves is spectacular. People often have picnics on the grass, and the playground equipment is large, so children can play to their heart's content. Fish food can be purchased from a gachapon machine in a nearby building for 100 yen. (Original) 高速道路から直結で、中の駐車場に停めてから道の駅や公園にも行けます。ETC出口からも出てすぐなのでアクセスは抜群です。道の駅のすぐ目の前の駐車場は混み合うので、他の車がちょうど出庫するタイミングでないと停めるのは難しいです。まわりに何ヵ所か駐車場があります。 道の駅はレストラン併設、お土産コーナーも充実しています。公園のほうはとても広く、夏場は噴水から水が出ていて遊べます。秋は紅葉の赤や黄色のコントラストが見ごたえあります。芝生ゾーンではピクニックしている方もいて、遊具も大きいので子どもたちが思いっきり遊べます。魚の餌は近くの建物内のガチャガチャで100円で購入できます。

(Translated by Google) Whenever I go to Nagano in the summer, I always make sure to stop by this water play area and athletic facilities. I recommend this water play area, which can be enjoyed by children of all ages, from preschoolers to elementary school students. Perhaps because it's not very well known, it's not as crowded as in Tokyo, and children can enjoy splashing around in the water. I recommend this place to anyone looking for a place for children to play while taking a break in the Nagano or Niigata area. (Original) 夏に長野へ行く時は、こちらの水遊び場とアスレチックへ必ず寄ります。 未就学児から小学生まで楽しめる水遊び場がオススメです。 あまり知られていないのか、都内程の混雑はなく子ども達が楽しく水遊びをしています。 長野、新潟方面で休憩しつつ、子どもが遊べる場所を探している方にオススメです。

(Translated by Google) This is a great park for walking your dog. While you can't enter the fountain or the grass, there are three dog runs for all sizes, so even dogs who don't like big dogs will be fine. During leaf season, it can be annoying to see tigers left mixed in with the leaves, but the silver-haired owners clean them up from time to time. We appreciate that. The parking lot is full during events, but usually it's empty. The parking lot on the west side is difficult to enter and exit, so we recommend the parking lot on the east side. (Original) 犬を散歩させるのに良い公園です。噴水や芝生の中には入れませんが、ドックランが小型犬から大型犬まで3箇所有るので、大きな犬が苦手の子も大丈夫です。落ち葉の季節には、落ち葉に混じって💩がそのままになってる事が有るので腹が立ちますが、シルバーの方達が時々お掃除してくれています。感謝です。イベントをやってる時は駐車場がいっぱいですが、普段は空いています。西側の駐車場は入りづらく出にくいので東側の駐車場がおすすめです。

We stopped by Obuse for a short trip and found this restaurant. We had a set meal here and everything was wonderful! We were one of the few customers and Wa served promptly. Food was so good we ordered a second set.

Had the chestnut and the strawberry shaved ice. Was nice, but people kept looking at me and my wife because, I think, we were a mixed couple. Also, service acted like this too. Other than that, amazing shaved ice.

Had a rich chestnut experience here xxx If you love chestnuts this is the place to come. I reserved the special lunch course which was very fulfilling, and seats were well social distanced. Just one note, the 朱雀Suzaku (100% chestnut) was a little to big of a proportion for one person (in my opinion)...! I was already a satisfied with half the size!! P.s. people sitting next to us brought some container themselves and were taking the Suzaku home ! Haha I mean that’s how big it is. But unfortunately they don’t have any more this year... you can try next year if you’re interested!

You can enjoy very sophisticated Japanese food at this restaurant. Using seasonal vegetables, the cooking method is great, and the flavour is very modern. If you want to eat early, I think it's a bento style, and if you have time, you should make it a course. The food content and price are the same.

A very famous for chestnut. Very delicious. Have never seen so many cookies with chestnut 🌰 butter

Was here for a chestnut lunch course but apparently February was not the season so they don’t serve that when we visited. However they do gave us a chestnut dessert for free after we lunch there. Worth the visit

Nice place to stop to have a break. The sweets (chestnut chou cream) was nice and not too expensive. The menu is not in English but there are pictures.

This shop specializes in chestnut-themed dishes and desserts. I had the Chestnut rice and a dessert comprising a chestnut cream with crispy rice mochi. The restaurant is above the confectionary which sells a broad range of chestnut-based sweets and desserts available for purchase.

We went there over the extended weekend. The place was very crowded. We plan to have lunch and waiting time was about 25 minutes. The food is great. Very reasonably priced and as is usually the case, the staff is nice. We ordered the usual set lunch and also a desert dish which was also very good. The Shop cum restaurant is at the corner so has a good view as well. You can try them if you are around.

We had the vegetable lunch set which came with its famous chestnut rice and it did not disappoint. The chestnuts shaved ice was also very nice on a warm summer day. A little on the pricey side but worth a try when in Obuse.

Excellent chestnut rice. Flavor was wonderful. The sides in the set were all tasty and interesting. They have a limited menu. You can get a set of chestnut rice with or without a fish and not much else in terms of savory food. They do have some dessert and tea sets which are nice if a little pricey. Around lunch time expect to wait for a table. It goes relatively quickly though.

Everything seems to be a little too sweet for dessert menus. But we can feel the real chestnut in there. Good service also.

Good selection of seasonal and chestnut sweets and snacks. Easy access to the carpark right next to the shop.

I've been here many times and the chestnut rice and ayu fish are always delicious. I also enjoy the mountain vegetables and mushrooms. Today we also tried an apple sorbet which was lovely.

Beautiful little museum about Hokusai, which focuses on his earlier manga style work, and a few major pieces from his time in Obuse, mainly the festival carriages. Unfortunately, not many of his most well known work, just one or two. A shame since we came from Nagano just for that. Still a beautiful little museum in a beautiful little town.

Should a museum be called the “Hokusai Museum “ and only have one or two minor works by the artist displayed? There were works by other artists displayed, a couple of minor Hokusai works, and two 15 minute videos about Hokusai. I was disappointed to say the least especially when you consider that Hokusai is said to have created over 30,000 works over his lifetime. If you plan to visit, make sure to check the website beforehand so you are aware of what’s available. For a much better experience, I recommend the Hokusai museum in Asakusa, Tokyo. On a positive note, the restroom was clean and the air conditioning was a welcome relief from the hot summer weather.

Absolutely wonderful and I learned so much about the painting style of Edo period and appreciated many artists. It is a great place and their children room is a big homage to Master Hokusai

I liked the place but even more the devotion of the artist a lot. The two videos with information about the artist and his art (15 minutes each, English subtitles) are very interesting. An artist with his peak at 70+ years is just amazing. The art itself is also really lovely and getting more and more colorful. Being in Obuse definitely worth going to this museum.

Great exhibit but not a lot of Hokusai works. They where having a special exhibit for 19th-century Japanese artist. Their works are similar. His work was on loan. His panel art on a temple carrying thing? Was worth the time. I loved the gift shop. They had one-of-a-kind stuff with his art.

Nice curated museum. With the exposition of Hokusai works and his influence on world art. The museum has a gift shop and kids playroom. The two documentaries with English subtitles will help you understand who the "mad painter" is and why he is so important for Japanese culture. Recommended for visiting.

Visiting hokusai museum is one of top things to do for me during my japan trip. The town itself, obuse, where hokusai spends his final year and on his career peak, are interesting and feels very rural. The museum itself displays hokusai artwrok in best way possible and the movie at the first exhibitiion displays the historical of hokusai artwork very properly, including his journey and his meeting with takai kouzan which helps escalating his art career. 1000 yen entry fee is very worth spending to see his journey in creating masterpiece of painting

The volume of soba was huge! Of course, the tastes great! It is worth to visit this soba restaurant when you come down to Obuse :)

Great spot for soba on a rainy day. Tempura was really crisp and lightly flavoured. The 3 types of soba made a very nice contrast in flavours.

Amazing Japanese restaurant with delicious traditional dishes, across the road from the shops and a little set into the street. The team at Tomikuraya were also very kind to us when my child wasn’t feeling well offering a blank and place for him to lie down - Doumo arigatou gozaimasu!

Very nice tempura soba - comfort meal for winter

Fresh soba in a traditional setting. Great value and delicious! They recommend the soba with tempura set

Soba was okay, above average. Good service though.

(Translated by Google) I went there hoping to get the kakiage tempura that was recommended in reviews, but it's currently out of stock. I would have preferred the plain Zaru Soba, but they add something to it to raise the price, but I still think the prices are a bit high. The soba is really delicious, so I wish they would focus on Zaru Soba, but I guess that can't be helped since it's a tourist destination. The portions are small and not very satisfying. (Original) 口コミにあったかき揚げを目当てに行ったら、今はやっていないとの事。 ただのざるそばが良かったが、価格を上げるためか、何かしらついているが、それでも強気の価格設定だと思う。蕎麦はすごく美味しいのでざる蕎麦で勝負してほしいところだが、観光地なので仕方ないのかな。量も少なめで満足感もない。

Yesterday, we had dinner in this restaurant. It was a very pleasant experience to culminate our trip to obuse. They were very attentive and it is some of the better value per money places I have been in Japan. Very very good. I recommend if you pass by Obuse.

We visited Evolve in February 2025 but didn't have the savoury menu and just had the Mont Blanc. We've tried the Mont Blancs at a few of the other cafes around Obuse but Evolve's was definitely the best. The chestnut puree was creamy yet light and rich in chestnut flavour. The ice cream in the centre and tart base made for a great mix of textures and flavours. The Mont Blanc also came with an accompaniment of sauces that complimented the dessert well. The decor of the restaurant is clean and comfortable with a nice view of a Japanese garden outside. The staff member who served us was also super friendly and explained the dish in detail. Would definitely go again!

Excellent food. A superb blend of Japanese and Italian cuisine. The best restaurant we have encountered so far in our trip to Japan. Very reasonable prices considering the high quality of the food.

I have eaten in quite a few haute cuisine restaurants. This one is a hidden gem, one of the outstanding places even among the top state of the art places anywhere. Their degustation menueTagen alone is worth visiting Obuse. Don't miss it!

Easy five stars. Came for the mont blanc but the set lunch was out of this world. The only thing is if you come for lunch it closes fairly early so make sure to eat before visiting the Hokusai museum.

Dollar for dollar one of the best restaurants I have ever been to. You would pay three times the price for this in Australia. Superb Italian with some Japanese flourishes. It was very quiet being a Sunday night but everything was wonderful. Can't wait to go back.

Delicious Italian food meticulously executed. The waiter made great efforts to take all 4 of us at 2 pm and explained all dishes in good English.

The chestnut rice was so good cause the rice was sticky rice, which i love. Big and spacious restaurant with a garden outside, very zen, very demure. Food came out quickly, waiters are nice and polite.

Influenced by the Google review and choose to try this restaurant. I am very pleased with the quality of food. 3000yen for a lunch Gosen set including handmade soba , sticky rice with chestnuts , tempura , vegi soup , eggplant plus pickles . Really value for money . Highly recommended !!

Fantastic soba, a wonderful place to stop for lunch in Obuse or if you are in the region.

Best food (chestnut rice with prok) we had in Japan since we came 2 weeks ago. The value for money is great. Atmosphere amazing (get a table with a garden view). Love it and hoping we will come back.

Really beautiful garden to stare at while you eat. I just got Matcha with Chestnuts in jam and it was super tasty. You also get roasted green tea free of charge and I loved being able to really enjoy the flavour of the chestnuts while enjoying the view.

This was my second visit to the restaurant. Food, service are all fantastic. The soba with hot duck broth is my favourite. The set meal with the chestnut rice is also a crowd pleaser.

Very chewy soba. High quality

Family driven Italian restaurant serving pizza , pasta and a few sides. Located in the middle of many apple orchards. April and May you can look at bunch of white flowers in apple trees. Very nice scenery for this tiny restaurant. You need to adapt their serving pace as there are only chef and server to handle all tasks but food is descent and somewhat surprising with its excellent quality. I was disappointed with noisy talks by a few ladies near by my table in upstairs but myself and friend were very much enjoyed lunch. Recommended place but no English menu available.

Excellent food with home-feel atmosphere. Highly recommended.

When we came in to the restaurant at opening time it was completely empty we were the only people there, I speak decent Japanese and we were refused service! I tried to ask her why and was basically told No Thank You... no Gaijin!! a.k.a. no foreigners! This is very sad I was there with myself and my three children and we have driven quite a way to eat at this restaurant.

Turned away because the tables and bar were “reserved” even though the restaurant was mostly empty. Seemed more like the staff didn’t want to seat us because we weren’t Japanese. Pretty common outside major cities.

Food was great specially pizza. Its a small very nice restaurant, calm and peaceful.

(Translated by Google) Came here after reading the reviews. I don't know why it has such high ratings. I didn't think it was tasty at all. I forgot to take photos, but the pasta wasn't tasty at all, and the pizza wasn't tasty at all either. I eat a lot of Italian food, but I don't think a restaurant with this taste would get such a high rating. (Original) 口コミを見て来店。 なぜこんなに評価が高いのか謎です。 私は全く美味しいとは思いませんでした。 写真を撮り忘れましたが、パスタも全然美味しくないし、ピザも全然美味しくないです。 イタリアンは相当食べてるけど、この味でこの評価はないですよ。

(Translated by Google) Just a little way from Obuse's main street, I found a typical Kawai restaurant in a quiet setting. However, the restaurant is spacious and there is seating on the second floor as well. The pizza, pasta, salads and desserts all looked delicious. This time I had pasta with tomato sauce. I couldn't remember the name as it was the first time I'd seen it. 💦 I think it was pancetta and some kind of cheese. The pasta used was thick and very filling. One of the dishes on the menu was unusual (for me), made with beef tripe. The restaurant had a great atmosphere. (Original) 小布施のメイン通りから少しだけ離れて、静かな中に河合らしいお店がありました。　でも店内は広く、2階にもお席があります。ピザ、パスタ、サラダ、ドルチェ、どれも美味しそうです。 今回はトマトソースのパスタを食べました。名前は初めてお目にかかるもので覚えられませんでした💦　パンチェッタと何かのチーズだったと思います。使われたパスタが太めで食べごたえがありました。 メニューの1品料理には、牛のハチノスを使ったものなど珍しい(私にとって)ものがありました。 雰囲気がとても良いお店でした。

Absolutely fantastic to see Hokusai's phoenix in it's original setting. It only takes half an hour to walk from the Hokusai museum and is well worth it. No pictures are allowed inside the shrine so this has to be seen with your own eyes.

Located in Obuse, its a shrine that's not as well-known but definitely worth the visit if you are driving as its slightly out of the way. The temple houses a masterpiece by Hokusai, the master Japan artist (the same master that painter that created the The Great Wave off Kanagawa). You can't take photos inside the temple but there will be guide that will breakdown the amazing aspects of the art for you; if you view the painting mounted on the roof for example, the outline pigments change from black to sliver! Behind the main hall you can find a Frog-Fighting Pond and the frogs are SO CUTE (as shown). Please visit and experience the beauty and cute frogs!

The people running Gansho-in are some of the friendliest I've ever talked with in Japan. They're just lovely. The main thing people come to see is the giant phoenix painted by Hakusai, but they actually have some other neat artifacts as well dating back to the Sengoku period. I love the place and would like to come back again some time.

Came to check out the gigantic hokusai phoenix on the ceiling. It was incredible.

Amazing stuffs explaining interesting stories; how Hokusai painted the phoenix, life of Hokusai, characteristic of the pigment (it looks different colors according to the direction!!), Masanori Fukushima’s story(and Kuroda-bushi, well known as a drinking song…^^), … I was very lucky that I could enjoy the best season for Iris Japonica…

Amazing visit, it’s a really small temple but really worth it for the Hokusai painting. He painted it at 90 years old just before he passed away. The colors of the Phoenix are beautiful and untouched since the original painting. Worth to mention that everything is explained in English m. No pictures allowed.

The Hokusai phoenix is stunning and it's amazing that it's the original with no restoration, but the ticket price is really steep

A good variety of flowers, very relaxing atmosphere, a good place to chill and have a walk.

Fun place, it's primary a flower shop with a garden

Ate at Hanaya restaurant here. Beautiful and simple decor. Seats about 30. Serves meals using seasonal and local produce. Simple dishes but packed with flavor. On this day I had a very aromatic and delicious tandoori chicken meal. My friends had the fish. Our lunch set also included one beverage and a shot-glass of Lmond jelly dessert.

It was nice, but the flower beds were all practically the same. Their composition was very well done, but I would have appreciated a bit more diversity.

near the farmers market and free parking not far from the popular area where parking is ¥300+

Terrible there is dead frog everywhere in the garden it is so sad

Superb Garden and very good flowers very super varieties

A nice walk through the gorgeous agricultural landscape brings you to this peaceful & beautiful temple. The climb up to the temple feels very spiritual and the setting is absolutely lovely

Beautiful little temple. Did see some staff doing maintenance. Very cool roof and not crowded

Beautiful temple at the foot of the mountain but the stone stairs up to the main temple area in such disarray that it's a bit treacherous for anyone who isn't agile like a goat!

Less well-known than the temple with the Hokusai painting, there are also fewer tourists and no entrance fee. It's worth the bucolic walk through apple and grape orchards. There is an interesting stone staircase and the main hall is located in a grove with cherry blossoms in spring. Only annoying thing was this recorded explanation that was really loud and long and all Japanese, but if you or someone else don't push the button, it's ok!

(Translated by Google) We visited Jokoji Temple on the way from Ganshoin to Anakannon Onsen. It is about 10 minutes walk from Iwamatsuin. It's a very historic temple. A statue of Aun was enshrined at the Niomon gate. In the main hall, a statue of Yakushi Ruriko Nyorai is enshrined along with Nikko Gekko Bodhisattva and the Twelve Divine Generals. As you approach the porch of the main hall, a sensor detects the image and illuminates the Yakushi Ruriko Nyorai statue. Thank you for visiting. (Original) 岩松院から穴観音温泉に向かう道すがら浄光寺を訪問。岩松院からは徒歩で10分程度です。かなり由緒ある寺院です。仁王門には阿吽の像が祀られてました。 本堂には薬師瑠璃光如来像が日光月光菩薩や十二神将と共に祀られてます。 本堂の縁側に近づくと、センサー感知で、薬師瑠璃光如来像を照らしてくれます。 ありがたく拝観いたしました。

(Translated by Google) Visited on a holiday morning in early October 2025 I stopped by while jogging. This is a charming temple with a sense of history. There's a temple information button at the gate to the temple grounds, and when you press it, a loud audio message will explain the temple to you. (Original) 2025.10月上旬の休日の朝訪問 ジョギングしてて、立ち寄りました 歴史を感じる趣のあるお寺です。 境内の門のところにお寺の案内のボタンがあひ押すと音声でお寺のことを大音量で教えて頂けます。

(Translated by Google) I visited the temple on a day off between business trips without knowing anything about it, but I was grateful to be able to participate as it is the monthly goma fire ceremony. I wonder if they will come for the construction work in March next year? The head priest and deputy head priest were very friendly and it was a great experience. I urge everyone to do their research and visit. I'll be pumped and pray!! (Original) 出張の合間の休日、何の知識もなく訪れましたが月一の護摩焚き法要とのこと、ありがたく参加させていただきました。来年３月の工事に来られるかな？住職、副住職も大変気さくな方でよい経験をさせていただきました。皆さんリサーチの上ぜひ訪れてください。気合を入れて合掌！！

Fun place

Great practice place for snowboarder

Good place for training!

(Translated by Google) 2024/5/3 I went to Obuse Quest for the first time! It's great for off-training! I should have gone sooner! I think it would be better to have a 5-6m size kicker! I look forward to the future! (Original) 2024/5/3 初小布施Quest行きました！ オフトレには最高に良いですね！ もっと早く行くべきでした！ 5〜6mサイズのキッカーがあるとよりいいと思います！今後に期待です！

(Translated by Google) It's located near the hotel where we stayed.You can hear cheerful music all the time.It's on the road to the tourist spot and it was before business hours.It's not very large, but it's divided into 4.5 locations. (Original) 宿泊したホテルのそばにあります　いつでも陽気な音楽かながれています　観光地に行く道なりにあり営業前でしたね　それほど広くはないですが、4.5箇所に分かれていました

(Translated by Google) Great for off-training, from 10:30 on the first session on the middle day of the holidays. As expected, the number of talented kids will increase this weekend. You can fly without having to wait for 5 minutes, so it's a lot of fun. If you talk to them, the staff will kindly give you advice, so you can improve your jumping skills from the basics to advanced techniques. If it's your first time Board rental is free (Original) オフトレに最高です　連休中日の第一セッションの10:30から 流石週末、上手いキッズ達が増えますが 5分も待たずに飛べるので十分楽しめ 話し掛ければスタッフの方も親切にアドバイスしてくれるので、ジャンプの基礎から応用まで上達出来ます 初めての方なら ボードレンタル無料です

(Translated by Google) Reading other people's reviews, it seems like this facility is used quite a lot. I have only watched this kind of sport since I got injured skiing and was unable to work. (I ride an off-road bike though) At first, I was wondering what kind of facility I was going to visit. If you approach the small ``jump slope'', you will also find an ``air mat for landing''. Skiers like ``aerials'' use a pool to soften the shock, but skateboarders and snowboarders practice in places like this. Nearby "slackline" and "snowboard" practice ranges. Good luck, future Olympians! (Original) 他の人のクチコミを読むとかなり利用されている施設みたいです。 以前、スキーでケガをし仕事に支障をきたして以この手のスポーツは見るだけです。（オフロードバイクには乗ってますけど） 最初パット見は何の施設だろうか疑問でした。 小さめの『ジャンプ台スロープ』　近づいてみると『着地用エアーマット』も在ります。 スキーの『エアリアル』などはプールに着水する事でショックを和らげていますけど、スケートボードorスノーボードはこんな場所で練習するんですね。 近くに在る『スラックライン』や『スノーボード』練習場。 頑張れ未来のオリンピック選手！

Pretty popular lunch spot in Obuse. It took us over an hour to wait to get seated for lunch at 1330. The food is served French cuisine style so in very dainty portions. After or while waiting for orders, guests can walk around the restaurant’s garden. They also have Alfresco dining and allow pets. The staff were accommodating by promptly providing hot water to make formula, and supplying us with a high chair for the baby as soon as we sat down. Parking is available at the Tsuruya supermarket just down the road.

A bit expensive but delicious and healthy lunch, with magnificent presentation, very much worth it. I had the best (beef cubes in sauce and mixed vegetables). Came with coffee, salad, and small dessert. Outside is a vast garden, now with cherry blossoms.

nice restaurant good service lovely apples juice

Walked around the whole outer garden for the first time. Outdoor seating is available - strong, wrought-iron chairs around darkwood tables. Hayama restaurant serves elegant French-fusion meals. A plant shop offering a variety of products is at the front.

Very nice location, seasonal dishes with a delicate fusion between Japanese and French cuisines. Young smiling staff at the service

Comfortable resto, good portion. . Family restaurant flavor

(Translated by Google) The atmosphere was great and it was one of the best lunches I've had in recent years! I went there around 11:30 on a Saturday and was seated with barely any wait. It was about 30°C that day, but there were three seats on the terrace, and with two large fans the ventilation was good so we could enjoy our meal even on the terrace. I enjoyed the 2,000 yen flower shop plate lunch. I thought it would be cold soup but it was warm and very delicious. It came with a salad, a gorgeous plate, a drink and a mini dessert so it was great value. I'd like to go again. (Original) 雰囲気もよくここ数年行ったランチの中でもトップクラスに良かったです！ 土曜日の11時30分頃伺いましたがほとんど待たずに案内されました。当日は30℃ほどでしたがテラス席には3席ありますが大きな2台の扇風機があるため風通しも良くテラス席でも、食事を楽しめました。 2,000円の花屋プレートランチを楽しみました。冷製スープかと思いきや暖かいスープでしたがとても美味しかったです。サラダ、豪華なプレート、ドリンク、ミニデザートが付いていてとってもお得です。 また行きたいです。

Very good, large portions and tasty at the same time.

(Translated by Google) This is Tenhou Obuse store after a long time. I arrived before noon, but there were already customers waiting in the waiting seats...but after a short wait, I was shown to a counter seat. Without any hesitation, I ordered the Meat Fried Tantan Noodles as a single item❣ As the reviews say, it wasn't spicy at all, so I might be disappointed if the taste didn't change... Although the Fried Meat was small, it was soft and delicious. This is what it is❢ I finished the meal and left the store in about 30 minutes...😜 (Original) 久々のテンホウ小布施店です。 昼前に着いたのですが、既に待ち席にお客さんが……でも少し待つとカウンター席に案内されました。間髪入れずに肉揚げタンタン麺単品をオーダー❣　口コミでもあるように、殆ど辛さなしで、味変しないと寂しいかも…　肉揚げは小ぶりながら柔らかめで美味しかったです。こんなもんですよ❢　さらっと完食で30分程で店をあとにしました…とさ😜

(Translated by Google) Visited on Monday, July 28, 2025 at 12:00 PM with no wait. The chow mein was delicious. The gyoza has star anise in it, so it may not be to everyone's taste. (Original) 令和7年7月28日月曜12時待ちなしで利用 チャーメン美味しかったです ギョウザは八角が入ってるので好みが分かれます

(Translated by Google) I stopped by on my way from Niigata Prefecture to Zenkoji Temple. I stopped by around 3 PM, but there was no one there. I ordered the char siu miso ramen. I wanted to order a set menu or other a la carte dishes, but I decided to hold off since I had a lot of other things to eat afterwards (lol). It was cheap and delicious! The menu is extensive, so if I go again next time, I'd like to try something different! (Original) 新潟県から善光寺に行く途中に寄りました。 15時くらいに寄ったのですが、誰もいませんでした。 注文したのはチャーシューみそラーメンです。 セットメニューや他の一品料理も注文したかったのですが、この後もいろいろ食べる予定なのでセーブしました(笑) 安いし美味しかったです！ メニューも豊富なので、次回また行く機会があったら違うものも食べてみたいと思います！

(Translated by Google) I had the recommended non-spicy dandan noodles, gyoza, and rice. The dumplings seemed to have star anise and cinnamon in them, which was a bit unusual. I wonder if this is Nagano's gyoza. I think it's nice that you can only eat here. I was so happy that I was finally able to go to Tenhou! (Original) おすすめの辛くない担々麺と餃子とライス頂きました。餃子に八角とシナモンが入っているみたいで、これはひと癖ありました。これが長野の餃子なのかな。ここでしか食べれないってのもいいかなと思います。テンホウにやっと行けたので嬉しかったです！

(Translated by Google) I stopped off in Obuse for some shopping and searched for somewhere to eat, then came here...it seems to be a very popular restaurant. I waited quite a while, but the food was reasonably priced, delicious, and I was left feeling full and satisfied. The gyoza are special 🥟 and a bit unusual, but I think they're good for you. I also have fennel planted in my garden. In summer, it grows all the way up to the roof and smells wonderful. (Original) 小布施に買い物で寄ったので どこかで食事と検索してこちらへ…超人気店のようです。 だいぶ待ちましたが お値段リーズナブルで美味しい、満腹で満足です。 餃子は特別🥟変わってますが 身体に良いと思います。我が家の庭にもフェンネルが植えてあります。夏には屋根まで伸びて 香りも良いですね。

(Translated by Google) We chose the tandan noodles and gyoza that were introduced on the secret Kenmin show. This is something like tandan noodles. I'm fine with anything as long as it tastes good, but I didn't like the taste either. It also has a strong sense of cheapness. A soup similar to raw ramen from the supermarket with a slight sesame flavor added to it. With the addition of sweet meat miso, it tastes just like you can imagine. Renge Shokudo and Hidakaya seem to be offering this flavor for a limited time only. Surprisingly, the seaweed went well with this flavor. The dumplings also look like they come from a Chinese chain restaurant. It has a unique cinnamon-like cooling sensation, but it has almost no essential flavor. Is there sauce? Is this completed as a gyoza? I was disappointed because I don't use too much sauce. I guess people who like it can't stand it...However, if you ask me if it's attractive enough to attract new customers, I'd have to say it's not. This feeling is similar to the time of Lupan in Saitama Prefecture. There are clear boards everywhere, so you can enjoy your meal with peace of mind. (Original) 秘密のケンミンショーで紹介された、坦々麺と餃子をチョイス。 これは坦々麺っぽい何かです。 美味ければ何でも良いのですが、味も好みではありませんでした。チープ感も強め。 スーパーの生ラーメンに、ほんのりとした胡麻風味を加えた様なスープ。 そこに甘い肉味噌を足した、想像できるそのまんまな味わい。 れんげ食堂や日高屋あたりが、期間限定で提供しそうな味です。 意外なのはワカメ、この味にとても合いました。 餃子も見た目からして中華チェーン店のよう。シナモン系の清涼感が個性的だけど、肝心な味がほぼ無いのです。 タレありき？ これは餃子として完成されているのか？ タレを余り使わない自分は面食らいました。 好きな人は堪らないのだろうな…ただし、新規の客を取り込むほどの魅力があるかと言われたら、それは無いなと言わざるを得ないです。 この感じ、埼玉県のるーぱんの時と似てるなぁ。 至る箇所にクリアボードがあり、かなり安心した食事が楽しめます。

A long-established Japanese confectionery specialty store located in Obuse, a famous chestnut producing area. Chestnut Yokan and Chestnut Shikanoko have long been familiar souvenirs. You can buy them at major department stores, but a visit to the main store will give you a taste of the passion that has gone into making these confections.

(Translated by Google) ⧉┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈⧉ - ̗̀Top 100 Japanese Sweets Shops🌰 ̖́- ⧉┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈⧉ 𓊆Sakurai Kanseido𓊇 ♡ Nagano♥ Obuse Town ♡ 📋my pick ・Bite-sized chestnut yokan ・Chestnut dorayaki ♡ I love chestnut sweets- ̗̀ ♡ ̖́- I bought "Chestnut Dorayaki" and "Bite-sized Chestnut Yokan" from Sakurai Kanseido, which was at a special event at Hankyu Umeda Department Store \♥︎/ ♡ This Sakurai Kanseido is a long-established confectionery shop in Obuse Town, Nagano Prefecture 🍵🍡 It was founded in the Edo period ( ᵕᴗᵕ ) It was chosen as one of Tabelog's top 100 restaurants, so I bought it with high expectations - ̗̀ ( ˶'ᵕ'˶) ̖́- ♡ Chestnut Dorayaki wrapped in a beautiful Japanese paper style (⸝⸝◜~◝⸝⸝) It's chestnut paste with chestnut grains in it ՞⸝⸝ᵒ̴̶̷ 𓈞 ᵒ̴̶̷⸝⸝՞ Looking at the ingredients, it contains chestnuts in simmered candied chestnuts ( ∩ • ̫•)⊃=͟͟͞͞❤︎ ❤︎ ❤︎ I'm happy with the simple ingredients (៸៸᳐⦁⩊⦁៸៸᳐ )੭ﾞ But the shelf life is a little short (;ᴗ;) Let's eat it quickly (ᐡ - ·̫ -ᐡ) Even if you don't tell me, I'll eat it in an instant because I'm looking forward to it ദ്ദി -᷅ ·̫ -᷄ )✧︎ lol When I opened the package, I found a golden brown dorayaki ( ˘͈ ᵕ ˘͈ )💛 As soon as I opened it, I could smell the sweet aroma (՞ o̴̶̷̤ ̫ o̴̶̷̤ ՞) When I cut it, I found chestnut-colored bean paste inside ( ɞ̴̶̷ ̫ ʚ̴̶̷ ) There are types of chestnut dorayaki with chestnuts in the red bean paste, but this one is full of chestnut paste ໒꒰ྀི∩˃ ᵕ ˂∩꒱ྀི১ And it even has chopped chestnuts in it I wonder how much chestnut they used... I'm so happy (> < )♡ When you eat it, it's chestnut! Full of chestnut, and delicious! The chestnut paste is... delicious✧(*,,ÒㅅÓ,,)✧ Full of chestnut🌰 It's almost all chestnut🌰🌰 It also contains small pieces of candied chestnut, which is also luxurious•*¨*•.¸¸♬︎ It's the first time I've eaten dorayaki that is so full of chestnut flavor...⸜♡⸝‍ Delicious I'm so happy- ̗̀🤍🖤 ̖́- As expected from Sakurai Kanseido𖤐 ̖́- The chestnut flavor and sweetness are also strong, so I think it would be delicious with a strong green tea or matcha- ̗̀( ˶^ᵕ'˶)b It was a really delicious chestnut dorayaki( ◜ᴗ◝) ♡ Next is the "Bite-sized Chestnut Yokan" ^_-♡" I really like the size of the bite-sized yokan, and the packaging is very cute꒰ ⸝⸝ɞ̴̶̷ ·̮ ɞ̴̶̷⸝⸝꒱ The packaging is easy to open and eat, with a slit in the middle₍ᐢ. ̮.ᐢ₎ You can see what looks like a piece of chestnut skinჱ̒˶ｰ̀֊ｰ́ ) It's made only with chestnuts, sugar, and agar, so it tastes very much like chestnutΨ( 'ч' ☆) The sweetness isn't too heavy, and the texture is just right𓂃 ◌𓈒𓋪 The flavor is like eating steamed chestnut paste, and it's very delicious(ᐡ •͈ ·̫ •͈ ᐡ) It's small but filling and the chestnut flavor fills your mouth꒰ᐢ⸝⸝⸝⸝ᐢ꒱ As the name "Kuri Yokan" suggests It was a yokan that tasted of chestnut˙˘˙)/ ♡ I'd like to eat it again I'd buy it even if it's a little expensive*⸜( •ᴗ• )⸝* It was a delicious sweet like thatᐠ( ᐢ ᵕ ᐢ )ᐟ Thank you for the meal(՞ ܸ.ˬ.ܸ՞)” ♡ #NaganoPrefecture#Obuse#Dorayaki#Chestnut#Doraemon #JapaneseSweets100FamousStores #100FamousStores #Tabelog100FamousStores #instagourmet #food#foodstyle #matching#foodbeast#foodism #foodnetwork #foodphotography#veganfood #foodpassion #foodcoma #food52#foodgawker #Obuse#Chestnut Festival#Kurian Fumido#Sakurai Kanseido#Obusedo#Shioya Sakurai#Shosendo#Chestnut sweets collaboration set#Chestnut sweets comparison#Yokan#Chestnut sweets #Sakurai Kanseido #Kuri no Ki Terrace #Senseitei #Hokusaitei #Cafe Chagura#Sakurai Kanseido Nagano Tokyu Store #Sakurai Kanseido Midori Nagano Store #Nagano Tokyu #midori Nagano #Boat-dried chestnut yokan #New chestnut boat-dried chestnut yokan #New chestnuts #Chestnuts #Autumn #Seasonal #Obuse #Obuse Town #Nagano #Nagano City #Sweets #Sweets #Yokan #Chestnut yokan #Mont Blanc #Chestnut kinton #Chestnut monaka #Chestnut dorayaki #Roasted chestnuts #Limited #Limited time only (Original) ⧉┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈⧉ - ̗̀和菓子百名店🌰 ̖́-‬ ⧉┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈⧉ 𓊆桜井甘精堂𓊇 ♡ 長野♥ 小布施町 ♡ 📋my pick ・一口栗羊羹 ・栗どら焼き ♡ 栗のお菓子だいすき- ̗̀ ♡ ̖́- 阪急梅田百貨店に催事で来ていた 桜井甘精堂の「栗どらやき」と「ひと口栗ようかん」を購入\♥︎/ ♡ こちら桜井甘精堂は 長野県小布施町の老舗お菓子屋さん🍵🍡 なんと江戸時代の創業( ᵕᴗᵕ ) 食べログ百名店に選ばれているということで 期待に胸を膨らませての購入- ̗̀ ( ˶'ᵕ'˶) ̖́- ♡ きれいな和紙風包みに入った栗どらやき(⸝⸝◜~◝⸝⸝) 栗の粒が入った栗あんとのこと՞⸝⸝ᵒ̴̶̷ 𓈞 ᵒ̴̶̷⸝⸝՞ 原材料も見ると なんと栗の甘露煮入り( ∩ • ̫•)⊃=͟͟͞͞❤︎ ❤︎ ❤︎ シンプルな材料もうれしい(៸៸᳐⦁⩊⦁៸៸᳐ )੭ﾞ その分 お日持ちはちょっと短め(;ᴗ;) 早めに食べてしまいましょう(ᐡ - ·̫ -ᐡ) 言われなくても楽しみで 一瞬で食べちゃいますけどねദ്ദി -᷅ ·̫ -᷄ )✧︎笑笑 封を開けてみると こんがりどら焼きが( ˘͈ ᵕ ˘͈ )💛 開けた時点で 甘くていい香り(՞ o̴̶̷̤ ̫ o̴̶̷̤ ՞) 切ってみると 栗色の餡子が入っています( ɞ̴̶̷ ̫ ʚ̴̶̷ ) 栗どらやきは 小豆餡に栗が入っているタイプもありますが これはしっかり栗餡໒꒰ྀི∩˃ ᵕ ˂∩꒱ྀི১ しかも刻んだ栗も入っているだなんて どれだけ栗を使ってくれているんだろう… うれしい(> < )♡ 食べると、栗！ しっかり栗で、おいしい！ 栗餡が、栗餡が…おいしい✧(*,,ÒㅅÓ,,)✧ しっかり栗🌰 ほぼ栗です🌰🌰 粒々と栗の甘露煮も入っていて これまた贅沢•*¨*•.¸¸♬︎ こんなに 栗感満載のどらやき 初めて食べました…‪⸜♡⸝‍‬ おいしい うれしい- ̗̀🤍🖤 ̖́- さすが 桜井甘精堂𖤐 ̖́-‬ 栗の風味に 甘さもしっかりしているので 飲み物は濃い緑茶か 抹茶でも美味しくいただけそう- ̗̀( ˶^ᵕ'˶)b 本当においしい栗どらやきでした( ◜ᴗ◝) ♡ 次は「ひとくち栗ようかん」^_-♡" 一口ようかんのサイズ感がとても好きなうえ とても可愛いパッケージ꒰ ⸝⸝ɞ̴̶̷ ·̮ ɞ̴̶̷⸝⸝꒱ 真ん中に切れ込みの入った 開けやすく 食べやすい包み₍ᐢ. ̮.ᐢ₎ 栗の渋皮のカケラの様な物が見えますჱ̒˶ｰ̀֊ｰ́ ) 栗、砂糖、寒天だけで作られているだけに かなり栗の味がしますΨ( 'ч' ☆) 甘さもくどくなく 食感は程よいねっちり感𓂃 ◌‬𓈒𓋪‪ 蒸し栗のペーストを食べている様な風味がとても美味しい(ᐡ •͈ ·̫ •͈ ᐡ) 小さいながら食べ応えもあって 栗の風味で口の中が満たされます꒰ᐢ⸝⸝⸝⸝ᐢ꒱ 「栗ようかん」の名前通り 栗を感じる羊羹でした˙˘˙)/ ♡ またあったら食べたい 少し高くても買っちゃう*⸜( •ᴗ• )⸝* そんなお菓子でおいしかったですᐠ( ᐢ ᵕ ᐢ )ᐟ ごちそうさまでした(՞ ܸ.‪ˬ.ܸ՞)” ♡ #長野県#小布施#どら焼き#栗#ドラえもん #和菓子百名店 #百名店 #食べログ百名店 #instagourmet #food#foodstyle #matching#foodbeast#foodism #foodnetwork #foodphotography#veganfood #foodpassion #foodcoma #food52#foodgawker #小布施#栗祭り#栗庵風味堂#桜井甘精堂#小布施堂#塩屋櫻井#松仙堂#栗菓子コラボセット#栗菓子食べ比べ#ようかん#栗菓子 #桜井甘精堂 #栗の木テラス #泉石亭 #北斎亭 #カフェ茶蔵#桜井甘精堂ながの東急店 #桜井甘精堂midori長野店 #ながの東急 #midori長野 #舟流し栗ようかん #新栗舟流し栗ようかん #新栗 #栗 #秋 #旬 #小布施 #小布施町 #長野 #長野市#お菓子 #スイーツ #羊羹 #栗羊羹 #モンブラン #栗きんとん #栗もなか #栗どらやき #焼き栗 #限定 #期間限定

(Translated by Google) I've received Sakurai Kanseido's chestnut yokan as a gift several times, but this was my first time visiting the store. The store is very spacious, and the sign on the right side of the entrance clearly conveys the store's passion for chestnuts, or rather, Sakurai Kanseido's commitment to chestnuts, as seen in the accompanying text: "As long as the chestnuts are fresh, that's all that matters." Today, I bought chestnut yokan and chestnut dorayaki. The chestnut yokan had just the right amount of sweetness, making the most of the chestnut flavor. I think it's the perfect sweet treat for tea. The chestnut dorayaki had a very moist crust, and the bean paste, while I imagined it would be azuki bean-like in color, was a slightly greenish color, making it another elegant treat that brought out the chestnut flavor. There's plenty of parking nearby, so it's easy to get there by car. (Original) 何度かお土産でいただいたことがある桜井甘精堂の栗ようかんですが初めて店舗を訪れることができました 店舗はとても広々としていて入って右側のスペースではお店の栗に対する情熱というか桜井甘精堂のこだわり「栗が活きればそれでよし」と書いてあるほど栗への思いが伝わってきました 本日は栗ようかんと栗どらやきを購入しました 栗ようかんは甘さが丁度よく栗のうまみが最大限活かされていてお茶に会うお菓子だと思います 栗どらやきは皮はとてもしっとりしていて、餡は小豆っぽい色をイメージしていたのですが少し緑ががかった色でこれもまた栗の味が生かされたお上品な一品です 店舗の駐車場ですが近隣にたくさんあるので車で行っても不自由しません

(Translated by Google) This shop sells delicious chestnut sweets. There's a parking lot just a short walk away, and with purchases of 3,000 yen or more, you get two hours free. Their autumn rakugan (rakugan) are delicious, of course, but they also have cute chestnut-shaped monaka (sweet chestnut wafers) with a rich, delicious chestnut filling. Their top recommendation is the new chestnut tea-cloth squeezed into a smooth, squeezed-out chestnut, which is only available during the limited time the chestnuts are in season! This product is made by squeezing the smooth chestnuts, and it has none of the alcoholic flavor of chestnut kinton (sweet chestnut paste). It's so delicious, it tastes like you're eating the smooth chestnut itself. It has a three-day shelf life and must be refrigerated, so it can't be purchased online or in other stores. A box of five goes for just over 1,500 yen. They don't make a lot, and they're sold out when they're gone, so when I arrive in Obuse, I always bring an insulated bag and head there first to buy some. It also makes a great souvenir! Roasted chestnuts are sold very cheaply in front of the shop. (Original) 栗菓子の美味しいお店です。少し歩いた所に駐車場があり、3000円以上購入すると2時間無料になります。 秋の時期の落雁ももちろん美味しいですが栗の形をした可愛い栗最中があり、栗餡が栗の味がしっかりしていてとても美味しいです。 1番のオススメは新栗の限られた時期にだけ販売する新栗の茶巾絞り！ 栗を滑らかにして絞りだした1品で、栗きんとんのアルコールくささが全くなく、本当に滑らかな栗そのものを食べているような美味しさです。消費期限は3日で要冷蔵なので通販や他のお店では買えないそうです。5個入りで大体1500円ちょっとでした。たくさん作っているわけではなく、なくなり次第終了なので小布施ついたら保冷バッグ持参で真っ先に買いにいきます。 お土産にもとても喜ばれました！ お店の前では焼き栗がとても安く売られています。

(Translated by Google) This is a top store in the Obuse area. They offer products made with gourd chestnuts, especially the Kuri Kanoko, which is a combination of kanroni and kinton. Other delicious items include chestnut yokan. You can also get takeout sweets like soft serve ice cream and cream puffs. (Original) 小布施界隈のトップ的存在の店。ウリの栗を使った製品、特に栗鹿の子は甘露煮とキントンが合わさったような製品。ほかにも栗羊羹などもよい。スイーツとしてソフトクリームやシュークリームなどもテイクアウト可能。

(Translated by Google) Visited on September 24, 2025 I parked my car in the Sakurai Kanseido parking lot (200 yen per hour, 2 hours free with purchases over 2,000 yen). From the parking lot, I walked down a side street that ran past the factory, and emerged onto the road. After crossing the traffic light, I found the Obuse main store. There was a parking lot in front of the store that could accommodate several cars. The building had a timeless feel, befitting a long-established Japanese confectionery shop. The interior of the store had a calming atmosphere, complete with a rest area. This time, I purchased chestnut dorayaki, chestnut yokan, and chestnut leaf pie. I'm looking forward to eating them. (Original) 2025.09.24 訪問 桜井甘精堂駐車場(１時間200円・2000円以上買い物で２時間無料)に車を停めて行きました。 駐車場から工場の脇道を抜けて行くと道路に直ぐ出て、信号を渡ると小布施本店が有りました。 お店の前に数台停められる駐車場が有りました。 建物は、老舗の和菓子屋らしく時代を感じさせる趣きでした。 店内は、休憩処を設けた落ち着きのある造りでした。 今回は、栗どら焼きと栗羊羹、栗リーフパイを購入しました。 食べるのが楽しみです。

(Translated by Google) I bought a variety of chestnut sweets at Sakurai Kanseido, a long-established store in Obuse Town. The history of chestnuts in Obuse is said to date back to the Muromachi period 600 years ago, and Sakurai Kanseido was founded in 1808. There was an area in the store where you could learn about the history of chestnuts. I bought the following three types of chestnut sweets. Chestnut Dorayaki, Pure Chestnut Monaka, Pure Chestnut Kanoko By the way, I bought about three Pure Chestnut Kanoko as a gift for a friend. When I got home, I had the Dorayaki and Monaka, and the chestnut paste was delicious and you could taste the umami of the ingredients. It's the perfect souvenir from Obuse. #Sakurai Kanseido #Sakurai Kanseido Main Store #Obuse Gourmet #Obuse Sweets #Obuse Dessert #Obuse Town Gourmet #Obuse Town #Obuse #Chestnut Sweets #Chestnut Dorayaki #Chestnut Monaka #Kuboyu Food Tour Review #Kuboyu (Original) 小布施町にある老舗の「桜井甘精堂」にて栗菓子をいろいろと購入しました。小布施の栗の歴史は600年前の室町時代から始まるそうで、桜井甘精堂は1808年創業のお店です。店内には栗の歴史なども学べるエリアがありました。 購入したのは以下の3種の栗菓子。 栗どらやき、純栗もなか、純栗かのこ ちなみに友人へのお返しで純栗かの子を3つ程購入しました。自宅に戻り、どらやきともなかをいただいたのですが、この栗餡は素材の旨味を感じられて美味しかったです。小布施のおみやげに最適です。 #桜井甘精堂 #桜井甘精堂本店 #小布施グルメ #小布施スイーツ #小布施デザート #小布施町グルメ #小布施町 #小布施 #栗スイーツ #栗どら焼き #栗もなか #くぼゆう食べ歩きレビュー #くぼゆう

They have a bar where you can pay 200-300 yen to taste some of the different sake they offer.

We thought there is something to see about the process of production. This is only a shop with tasting place and two barrels standing around. When we entered also no one suggested us something, so we left

7 or 8 different sales available for tasting, but unfortunately no tours of the brewing process. The staff however were happy to answer questions and talk us through the differences in brewing and how that impacts the final flavour.

Excellent Sake. Bought several Bottles. Shu was by far my favorite. Relaxing back home in TX with a glass.

Not matched made in heaven ...

Amazing sake and pretty cheap to just sample a bunch of them

Tasting by the cup (see price list) instead of a set. Good service

Most people come in the neighbourhood to enjoy ski slopes and the snow monkey park. So did we, 4th time in the neighborhood, but 1st time to discover Obuse and its wide museum lineup. Although minor, the japanese lighting museum offers a historical overview of lighting in Japan with some detailed explanation on the inner workings and manufacturing. Since very little explanation is available in english, better to visit with a Japanese-speaking acquaintance.

A charming little stop off, little to no interpretation in English but still a nice browse through historical lamps and lighting from traditional to mid century Japanese. Also interesting to see how classic Japanese paper lanterns are made. Worth a quick look round if you like design and interiors but wouldn’t travel to Obuse just to see this.

Amazing exhibition of different type of lights and lamps since 17th centuries to 1926 in Japan. Highly recommended.

(Translated by Google) It is located on the premises of the famous Chikufudo. There seems to be a season when parking is charged, but if you use this museum or Chikufudo, you can use it for free for up to 2 hours. It was free when I visited. You can see the history of Japanese lights from ancient times. Personally, I didn't find it all that impressive, but it was interesting to see a room where you could experience the different brightnesses of rapeseed oil paper lanterns, candles, oil lamps, and incandescent bulbs. If you're in a group, you can make a reservation and try your hand at starting a fire. (Original) 有名な竹風堂の敷地内にあります。 駐車場が有料のシーズンもあるようですが、この博物館や竹風堂を利用すると２時間まで無料になります。来訪時は無料でした。 日本の昔からの灯りの歴史を観ることができます。個人的にそこまでの見応えは感じませんでしたが、菜種油を使った行灯→ろうそく→石油ランプ→白熱電球とそれぞれの明るさを体験できる部屋があってそれは面白かったです。 団体だと予約して火起こし体験などもできるようです。

(Translated by Google) I stopped by the Japanese Light Museum on my way to the nearby Hokusai Museum. While the museum focuses on a narrow genre called "light," it seems to collect items from all over the world, and there were many exhibits. I also learned about historical changes. The museum exceeded my expectations. (Original) 日本のあかり博物館 近くにある北斎館のついでに寄ってみました。「灯り」という狭いジャンルではありますが、世界中からアイテムを収集しているようで、展示品が多かったです。そして、歴史的な移り変わりなども知ることができました。期待していた以上の博物館でした。

(Translated by Google) This museum is quietly located in Obuse Town, across from the main store of the chestnut confectionery shop, Chikufudo. Nagano Prefecture is apparently home to three lighting museums, and this one showcases how humans have mastered the art of lighting. It clearly shows the history of how humans first began to use fire after lightning strikes and other events, and then used it for lighting in addition to cooking food. Then, they invented torches, candles, and lanterns, then lamps and electric lights for constant use. I learned that Nagano Prefecture's abundant timber led to the thriving art of jigsaw making, and that Obuse was famous for cultivating rapeseed, extracting oil from it, and shipping it to Edo (now Tokyo) from the Edo period through the Meiji era (1603-1868), for use in lanterns. Old lighting tools, such as candlesticks, lanterns, paper lanterns, mouse-shaped short poles, and lamps, are lined up on display. The mouse-shaped short poles are adorable. 💕 There's a reproduction exhibition room at the back of the first floor, where the room's lighting switches between candles, lanterns, lamps, and modern electric lights, allowing you to experience the difference in brightness. It made me think, isn't it really unnecessarily bright these days? The special exhibition on the second floor this time was the "Light of Stories" exhibition, aimed at children over the summer vacation. It runs until Tuesday, November 25th. The exhibit features a selection of old tales and fairy tales that depict light, such as "Kachi Kachi Yama," "The Red Candle and the Mermaid," and Andersen's "The Tinderbox." It was a realization that so many of the nostalgic tales I read as a child have something to do with light. I was also happy to see an exhibition of ukiyo-e prints depicting light. Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Closed Wednesdays (Open every day in August, October, and November). Admission Fee: 500 yen for adults, free for elementary and junior high school students. Visited on August 19, 2025 (Original) 小布施町、栗菓子の竹風堂本店さんの向かいにひっそりとある博物館です。長野県には灯りに関する資料館が３か所あるそうですが、そのうちのひとつで、人類が灯りをどうやって使いこなしてきたかがわかる展示になっています。 落雷などから火を利用するようになった人類が、食物を煮炊きする他に灯りとして火を使うようになってから、常時使えるように松明やロウソク、行灯からランプ、電灯へと考案してきた歴史がよくわかります。 長野県は木材が豊富なため、つけ木作りが盛んだったこと、小布施は江戸時代から明治にかけて菜種を栽培して油を搾り、行灯用に江戸に出荷して有名だったことを知りました。 燭台、行灯、ちょうちん、ねずみ短檠、ランプなど昔の灯り道具がズラリと並べられています。ねずみ短檠がかわいいです。💕 １階奥に再現展示室があり、部屋の灯りがロウソク、行灯、ランプ、現在の電灯と切り替わって明るさの違いを体験できます。現在はホントウにムダに明るいんじゃないか？と思わされました。 今回２階の企画展では、夏休みの子ども向けに「おはなしのあかり」展が開催されていました。11月25日(火)まで。昔話や童話などから、灯りの描写のある物を選んで展示してあります。「かちかち山」、「赤いロウソクと人魚」とかアンデルセンの「火打ばこ」とか。子どものころに読んだことのある懐かしいおはなしに、こんなに灯りに関するものがあるのだと改めて思いました。 灯りの描かれた浮世絵の展示もあって嬉しくなりました。 開館時間： 9時～17時、水曜日休館( 8月、10月、11月は無休)、入館料：大人500円、小中学生無料 2025年 8月19日来館

(Translated by Google) It's located in the heart of Obuse. It's easy to visit as it's surrounded by shops famous for chestnut sweets and dishes. You can see the changes over the years, from animal fats and oils to vegetable oils, mineral crude oil, gas lamps, and electric lamps. Some of the exhibits are elaborately decorated, and there are also documents explaining the mechanisms of various lights, so it was well worth seeing. There is a room where you can experience different types of light, and it was interesting to see the differences in brightness over the different eras. I think it's worth the 500 yen per adult. (Original) 小布施の町中にあります。栗菓子、栗料理で有名なお店が固まって居る場所なので、訪問し易いです。動物性の油脂から植物油、鉱物系の原油、ガス灯、電灯と時代に合わせての移り変わりが分かります。凝った装飾が施されたものもあり、色んな灯りの仕組みを解説した資料もあり、見応えが有りました。色んな灯りを体験できる部屋があり、時代毎の明るさの差も分かり面白かったです。大人一人500円の価値はあると思いますよ。

A perfect place to dive into feudal Japan and to learn about the history of Katsushika Hokusai und Takai Kozan! A must visit for everyone who is interested in Japanese culture and history! Extra bonus: the staff that works there is super nice

It's a no photo zone, but worth a visit

The house itself is beautiful, but the exhibits are absolutely stunning. The 36 Views of Mt Fuji alone is worth the ticket

I hesitated at first to pay the 300 yen admission, but it was well worth it. This is a small part of the family estate of the man who was Hokusai's patron and an accomplished artist in his own right. The grounds are small but well-kept, the small collection of artwork is interesting, and the building that served as his study is wonderful to explore. Doesn't take a whole lot of time either, so convenient to fit into a visit to Obuse.

Interesting to learn some history at this nice museum.

(Translated by Google) This museum occupies the former residence of Takai Kozan, head of the Takai family, who was born and raised in Obuse during the late Edo period. He studied academics and art in Kyoto and Edo. He is known for his connections with thinkers like Sakuma Shozan during the late Edo period, his wealth as a wealthy farmer-merchant providing relief to the poor, his cultural activism led to the invitation of his friend Katsushika Hokusai to Obuse, and his dedication to education during the Meiji Restoration. Visitors can see the remains of the residence visited by late Edo period patriots and Hokusai, the library displaying Kozan's calligraphy and paintings, and the storehouse that housed the Kamimachi festival float known for Hokusai's "Raging Waves" (currently on display at the Hokusai Museum). The exhibition "Kozan's Monsters, Flowers, Birds, and Plants" is running in the storehouse and grain storehouse until Wednesday, November 12th. The flower, bird, and plant paintings that Kozan studied under Hokusai are realistic and vibrant. The yokai drawings he continued to paint in his later years were fascinating, featuring unique yokai that seem to have possessed nature or objects. About a 10-minute walk from Obuse Station on the Nagano Electric Railway. Open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Closed during the New Year holidays and when other exhibits are being changed. Admission is 300 yen for adults. An event called "Kōzan's Yokai Night" will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Takai Kōzan Memorial Museum, Hokusai Museum, and Japanese Light Museum will be open free of charge at night. Visitors can enjoy food stalls selling shaved ice and other items, as well as a yokai contest (makeup and costume contest). Visited on August 19, 2025 (Original) 江戸時代末期、小布施に生まれ育ち、京都や江戸で学問や芸術を学んだ高井家の当主・高井鴻山の館が博物館になっています。 幕末、佐久間象山など思想家と交流し、豪農商の財を窮民救済に当てたり、交流のあった葛飾北斎を小布施に招いて文化を広め、維新には教育活動にも力を注いだという偉人だそうです。 幕末の志士や北斎が訪れた屋敷跡、鴻山の書画が展示された文庫蔵、北斎の「怒涛図」で知られる上町の祭り屋台(現在は北斎館で展示されています。)が収納されていた屋台庫などが見られます。 11月12日(水)まで屋台庫・穀蔵の展示室で「鴻山の妖怪図 花鳥植物図」展を開催中。北斎に師事した花鳥植物図は写実的で色鮮やかな作品。晩年に描き続けたという妖怪図は、自然界や物品にとりついたようなユニークな妖怪が面白かったです。 長野電鉄小布施駅から徒歩10分程度。 9時～17時開館。年末年始、他展示入れ替え時期は休館。入館料大人300円。 2025年 9月 6日(土)には「鴻山の妖怪夜会」というイベントが開催されるそうです。高井鴻山記念館、北斎館、日本のあかり博物館が夜間無料開館。かき氷など屋台の出店やようかいコンテスト(メイクや仮装コンテスト)などが楽しめるようです。 2025年 8月19日来館

(Translated by Google) July 2025 During the Edo period, Takai Kozan lived in the wealthy Takai family, a farmer-merchant family. During the final days of the Tokugawa shogunate, he worked tirelessly for the peace and prosperity of his homeland and country. He likely had extensive connections with many of Japan's leading thinkers, including Sakuma Shozan, and literati such as Katsushika Hokusai. He was also a painter, and his paintings and writings are on display at this memorial museum. It struck me how these remarkable people supported Japan's modernization from behind the scenes. (Original) 2025/7 高井鴻山は、江戸時代、豪農商高井家に住まれ、幕末に国及び郷土の安泰や発展のため奔走し、佐久間象山をはじめ当時の日本史を彩った思想家や、葛飾北斎など文人墨客たちと幅広く交流があっそうです。また彼は絵も画きこの記念館には、彼の絵や書き物などが展示されてます。 日本の近代化をこのような立派な人達が影から支えていたのだと思いました。

I feel like there might be more on offer in the area in the other non-winter seasons. It made for a pleasant stroll after the museum and it was nice to see that many homes in the area are part of an “open garden” scheme where you can see their gardens. Nice enough area with some interesting cafes and souvenir shops.

A short leisure alley that you can stroll along and find fallen chestnuts on the ground.

It's ok. Just an alley and I didn't see any chestnut trees or anything that would make it worth going out of one's way to find, but if you are visiting the Kozan Memorial Hall, then it is right outside it.

Can see some real chestnut on ground.

Tranquil and peaceful place

Cool alley

(Translated by Google) I had some time before the Hokusai Museum opened, so I decided to walk along this path while exploring the surrounding area. It's a place that has been used as a filming location for several TV dramas and other events, and I've always wanted to go there. It was early after the Obon festival, so there was no one around and it was a very quiet path. I saw some fallen chestnuts and couldn't help but take a photo. As the name Chestnut Path suggests, it's a place that really exudes charm. (Original) 北斎館開館まで時間があったので周辺散策の時に歩いてみました。ドラマなどでも何度か撮影された場所で前から行きたかったところです。お盆過ぎの早い時間だったせいもあり誰もいなくとても静かな小径でした。栗が落ちていたのを見て思わず写真に収めました。栗の小径の名の通り、風情を感じられる場所でした。

Lovely small museum. Only problem couldn’t use phone to translate the writing but understand and respect the no use of phones

the museum is great, and the gift shop too. But it’s the whole surrounding area that is lovely and definitely worth a visit, plenty to spend a whole day in Obuse.

You can know Japanese contemporary art here. Chinami Nakajima who was born at Obuse town.

No pictures allowed, but nice small museum

Room with white interior and white walls.

(Translated by Google) July 2025 The garden leading up to the museum is beautiful. The grass garden is deep green in the summer, and the colorful flowers planted there create a striking sight. The museum houses many metal sculptures by Haruyama. The titles and actual works are completely different, which is a bit surprising. To be honest, I wasn't particularly interested in the metal artworks. There were also many paintings by Chinami Nakajima, and her paintings of cherry blossoms and peonies were particularly impressive. Photography was prohibited here. There were also floats on display, and the detailed carvings around and decorating the floats were a sight to behold. It was a truly wonderful museum. (Original) 2025/7 美術館に行くアプローチの庭園が素敵です。芝の庭園も夏は緑が深く、そこに色とりどりの花が殖えられていてとても映えます。 美術館は、金属造形の春山氏の作品が多数あります。作品名と作品が全く違うのでビビります。正直、金属の美術品はさほど興味を持てませんでした。また中島千波氏の絵画も多数展示されていて、桜や牡丹の絵が特に良くて印象に残りました。こちらは写真撮影禁止でした。 あと山車も展示されていて、山車の周りや飾られている彫刻が細かくて見ごたえがあります。 とても素敵な美術館でした。

(Translated by Google) This is the museum of the Japanese painter "Nakajima Chinami", who was born in Obuse as the third son of Japanese painter Nakajima Kiyoyuki and is famous as a painter of flowers. The exhibits are changed three times a year, and the "Summer Nakajima Chinami Exhibition" and the "Haruyama Bunten Exhibition" were held at the museum in commemoration of the honorary citizen of the town. Both artists are artists with ties to Obuse Town, and they sketch and paint flowers such as peonies on site, using brushwork that instantly depicts the individual flowers vividly. On the other hand, Haruyama Bunten is an artist who expresses aluminum castings. The monuments at the rotary in front of Obuse Station and at Obuse General Park are Haruyama's works. The museum is impressive as it displays and stores such art pieces. There is a gallery on the second floor, and there is an elevator, so it is barrier-free. (Original) 日本画家中島清之の三男として小布施で出生し、花の画家として有名な日本画家「中島千波」の美術館。年3回展示替えされ、丁度『夏の中島千波展』と、名誉町民記念『春山文典展』が開催されてた。 どちらも小布施町縁の芸術家で、牡丹などの花を現地でスケッチして描くということで、個体の様を瞬時に生き生きと描き出すという筆使い。 一方、春山文典はアルミニウム鋳体を表現するという芸術家。小布施駅前ロータリーのモニュメントや小布施総合公園のモニュメントが春山の作品だ。 ミュージアムはこの手の美術品を展示保管するだけあって、立派な方だ。二階にもギャラリーありましたが、エレベーターもあってバリアフリーとしては問題ない。

(Translated by Google) You can add your own drawings and letters♪ (Original) 自分で書いた絵や文字が入れられます♪

Don't let the Google ratings fool you on this one ! When we got there at 1330hrs the car park was full ! They apparently close at 1430 until the dinner service. Predominantly local crowd, good sign. English menu available( but the ordering machine has no translation). Interestingly, the Donabe Miso Tonkotsu has a choice of "rich" and "light" broth. Not telling which I ordered but I don't think it would have made a difference. They would have been both great. Another interesting note. The noodles are the round yellow egg type noodles you would commonly find in the rest of SE Asia. It will be cooked al dente, uncommon in SE Asia. The TanTan Men broth states its spicy. If you're from SEA and used to a little more heat, you might have to bring your own chili oil. This broth is unique in that it has an almost peanut flavor to it ! Finally, it's all served in a claypot. If you don't slurp it all up in 15 minutes like most locals, know that it'll remain hot for far longer than you remain hungry. To finish, a shout out to the helpful and friendly staff for helping these clueless foreigners ( the ordering machine does not accept "new" series Japanese yen notes).

Fantastic ramen shop in Obuse. Ordering is done from a machine, and if yo ur Japanese isn't good there is a printed English menu to help you navigate the screen. The broths come in light or rich, and it's nice to be able to customize that along with toppings. The tonkotsu is superb and the gyoza are perfectly fried. Everything was delicious. Highest recommendation!!

Nice quaint place with excellent ramen. Either English menu. Delicious and special

Best vegan ramen i have ever had in japan

The thick tonkotsu ramen was some of the best I've had in Japan! I don't understand why this place has a rating under 5 stars: the price was good, service was prompt, plenty of soup and noodles and of course, everything was delicious and hot!

Great service and great ramen and gyozas. The spicy ramen was amazing

Fantastic meal, highly recommended I had the regular Rich ramen and added an egg, it was thick and the broth and noodles lovely..

It’s more than a meal; it’s a cultural and culinary journey through Japan’s traditions, flavors, and hospitality. Highly recommended for those visiting the Nagano region, particularly if you want to savor Japanese authentic meal in a settings that feels both intimate and memorable.

Lovely little kaiseiki restaurant selling Obuse beef steak and tonkatsu! Both beef and pork were delicious with light, clean taste and flavours.

They have started serving breakfast, 8:00-10:00 am. Excellent seasonal selection.

Very very good restaurant, reasonably priced for lunch too!

Japanese cuisine at amazing standard !

(Translated by Google) My daughter sought this restaurant out for a family birthday lunch. When I came here, I wanted to try the thick-sliced ​​pork loin cutlet set, but it took about 25 minutes to cook, so I gave up! I ordered the regular loin cutlet set. However, even though it's normal, it's quite a thick loin cutlet and very soft.You can customize the taste with sauce, salt, and miso. Also, the rice was cooked to be firm to my liking, which made me excited⤴️ Even though it was a bit much for me, who hasn't been eating much lately, it all came out clean and refreshing. Thank you for the delicious time. It was a good birthday party. (Original) 家族の誕生会ランチで、この店を娘が探してくれました。自分は、ここに来たら〚厚切りロースかつ膳〛を一度食べたいと思ってましたが、調理に25分程度要する…とあり断念！通常のロースかつ膳をオーダーしました。しかし通常と言えどかなり厚めのロースかつでとても柔らか💕ソース・塩・味噌でアレンジして味変しながらの食事ができます。またご飯が、自分好みで硬めの炊き上がりでテンションアップ⤴️　最近少食の自分には多めでありながら全て綺麗さっぱり戴けました。美味しい時間をありがとうございました。良い誕生会となりました。

(Translated by Google) The huge fillet cutlet set fried by the master is highly recommended. It's a remnant of what was originally a pork cutlet shop. It's really a huge volume. For those who want to enjoy meals This is a restaurant that I would like to recommend. Payment is cash only, There were only 2-3 parking spaces next to the store. I'll upload the ones that shocked me. First of all, my first time trying Yamaudo pickled in soy sauce. It's a lot of homemade miso. I served it with fillet cutlet and steamed vegetables. It was also my first time to experience disposable hand towels wrapped in washi paper. Chopsticks have tapered ends These are polite chopsticks. Is it Yoshino? Connecting ingredients for appetizer (squid appetizer) I enjoyed the delicacy of the jelly. Rich chestnut sauce Panna cotta is also very satisfying. Strong coffee with Obuse milk It's also perfect to add plenty of it. The rice is said to be Koshihikari from Nozawa Onsen Village. Something like the thoughts of the food creator It was a meal that arrived quickly. Suzuhana creates a rich, modern Japanese space. JR Kyushu sightseeing train, Yufuin Onsen, etc. It was created by Eiji Mitooka. The hand rest and chair in the middle of the stairs are gentle. I fell in love with the beauty of the curves. Although it may seem expensive at first glance, From the actual experience of food and space, Fair price, plenty of everything I felt that there was enough quantity and it was cheap. This is a restaurant that I want to come back to when I go to Obuse. (Original) 親方が揚げる巨大なヒレかつ膳がイチオシです。 もともとトンカツ屋さんだった名残りですが 本当に、すごいボリュームですよ。 食事を楽しみたい方に おすすめしたい料亭です。 支払いはキャッシュのみ、 駐車場は店舗脇に僅か2-3台分ありました。 衝撃を受けたものからアップします。 まずは、初めての山ウドの醤油漬け たっぷりの自家製味噌です。 ヒレカツや蒸し野菜にと付けていただきました。 和紙に包まれた使い捨て手拭きも初めて。 お箸は、先が細く仕上げてある 丁寧なお箸です。吉野でしょうか。 先付け(イカの前菜)の素材を繋ぐ ジェリーの繊細さを味わいました。 もったりとした栗🌰ソースの パンナコッタも満足度が高いです。 濃いめのコーヒーに小布施牛乳を たっぷり入れるのが、またぴったり。 ご飯は野沢温泉村のコシヒカリだそうです 食の作り手の思いのようなものが ビョーンと伸びて届いてくる食事でした。 鈴花のコクのある和モダンな空間づくりは JR九州観光列車や由布院温泉などを 手がけた水戸岡鋭治氏によるもの。 階段中段の手置きや椅子のなだらかな 曲線の美しさに惚れ惚れしました。 一見お値段が高そうに思えますが、 実際の食の体験、空間の体験からすると 適正価格、すべてにおいてたっぷりとして 十分な量があって安いとすら感じました。 小布施に行ったらリピートしたい料亭です。