Harima Ippondo’s Weeping Cherry Tree
It is said that Harima Ippondo was built from a single large Zelkova tree. Many people visit the temple in spring to see the beautiful 300-year-old weeping cherry tree in full bloom.
DetailDetailed information
- Address
- 282 Urushino,Sayo Town
- Telephone Number
- 0790－77－0212
- Usage Fees
- free
- Related web sites
- http://www1.winknet.ne.jp/~kofukuji-sakura/oito_sakura_top.htm
MAPNeighborhood Information
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Sayo-cho Insectarium
This small insect museum is tucked away near the entrance of Ruri Temple at the base of Mount Funakoshi. The museum exhibits specimens of aquatic organisms, introduces the flora and fauna of the scenic Chikusa River, and offers hands-on programs for children.
Cobaco Work&Camp
Located in front of Sayo Station, Cobaco is a coworking space open for anyone to use. The space offers an enriching lifestyle experience where people with various skills, backgrounds, and knowledge can collaborate.
Banshu Hirafuku Shakunage-no-Sato
During the blooming season between early April and mid-May, visitors are met by more than 15,000 blooming rhododendron flowers of about 150 species, painting the mountainside in shades of bright red, white, purple and pink.
Fukumori Meat Center
"A meat direct sales outlet that sells beef raised on Fukumori Farm in Sayo Town with full of nature's blessings at wholesale prices. The restaurant is directly managed by a ranch, so it is safe and secure, and offers fresh butcher's hormone (hormone udon set is also available) at reasonable prices. We have many repeat customers from far away on the days we are open only two days a week, so if you are interested, please come early."
Seirinji Temple
"This temple of the Omuro school of the Shingon sect is said to have been founded in 740 by Gyoki Bosatsu, the founder of the Shingon sect. The fresh greenery in early summer and the autumn leaves in fall are well-worth seeing."
Oyasumi-dokoro Uryubara
This community center was renovated from the original residence of the Uryubara family. The Uryubara's ran a foundry business in the region from the Edo Period (1603-1867) until the beginning of the Showa Period (1926-1989). The current building, erected in 1810, has a large smoke vent built into the roof, a unique architectural aspect of buildings in the former inn town of Hirafuku. The facility offers homemade soba, allowing visitors to sit-back, relax, and enjoy a delicious meal while they tour the building.
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"An open-air restaurant like an oasis for anglers located on the banks of the Chikusa River. The salt-baked sweetfish is grilled slowly over binchotan, high-grade charcoal, so the entire fish is edible from head to tail. If you are lucky, natural extra-large eels may be on the menu. The restaurant is open during the sweetfish fishing season, so please call in advance to confirm."
Kurumi
This restaurant is known for its specially prepared sauce, offal yakiudon, stir-fried noodles, and warm, friendly customer service.
Restaurant Kumotsuki
This restaurant provides specially prepared meals featuring Kobe beef and hand-picked vegetables from local farmers.
"A nostalgic old folk house café in the historic Hirafuku townscape. A modern ""Tea Ceremony Space"" with a sense of hybridity that transcends the boundary between Japanese and Western styles. Enjoy handmade lunches and sweets while seasonal flowers bloom. In addition, when you order coffee, we will deliver the aroma of freshly roasted beans to your seat."
Oyasumi-dokoro Uryubara
This community center was renovated from the original residence of the Uryubara family. The Uryubara's ran a foundry business in the region from the Edo Period (1603-1867) until the beginning of the Showa Period (1926-1989). The current building, erected in 1810, has a large smoke vent built into the roof, a unique architectural aspect of buildings in the former inn town of Hirafuku. The facility offers homemade soba, allowing visitors to sit-back, relax, and enjoy a delicious meal while they tour the building.
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Tsuboyaki Potato Specialty Store Wako
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Guest House Asagiri
You can rent out a traditional Japanese private house in the mountains surrounded by nature. Please spend a relaxing time as if it's your "home away from home". We have amenities prepared so that you can come empty-handed. You can enjoy barbecues, playing in the river, a bonfire, etc. with your friends and family. It is also ideal for a training camp for a group of colleagues.
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Nipponia Hirafuku Post Town
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Outdoor vacation rental Ahirunomori
"The owner, who used to run an outdoor shop in Osaka, started this hands-on home-stay experience when he moved to the area. The appealing menu includes bushcraft workshops based on the experience of former Self-Defense Forces personnel, and cycling tours using electric cross bikes. Guests are also free to use the self-built huts on the premises, so they can use the Ahiro Forest for BBQ's, ent stays and other fun activities."
Nanko Nature Village
The campground is a popular all-season, full-scale outdoor facility along the banks of the Chikusa River and has been voted as one of the top 100 most beautiful waters in Japan. The family-friendly grounds provide unique tree houses, cottages with wood-burning stoves, and even Finnish saunas. Several cottages are fully equipped with underfloor heating and air conditioning to make your stay as comfortable as possible. In summer, visitors can enjoy outdoor activities such as playing in the river and collecting insects.