The Sayo Ginko Tree
During the heyday of the Akamatsu Clan, this ginko tree was located on the grounds of what was once Nyoirinzan Manganji Temple. The tree has watched over Sayo for over a thousand years, withstanding powerful typhoons and lightning strikes. The tree continues to watch over the people of Sayo and was designated a natural monument by the prefecture.
DetailDetailed information
- Address
- Sayo,Sayo Town
- Usage Fees
- free
- Related web sites
- http://34cho.com/kankou/ooichou/
MAPNeighborhood Information
RecommendRelated Recommended Spots
Kozoji Temple
"In 725 (Jinki 2) ,Emperor Shomu was informed that there was a mountain in Sayo County, Banshu, that shone with rainbow light and had a pleasant fragrance, and he order the Shonin Gyoki to investigate. The guru prayed earnestly around the mountain, and on the seventh day, a white-haired old man appeared and told him, ""I have been waiting for you to come. If you carve my image and enshrine it, it will benefit people,"" and the being transformed himself into a thousand-armed Kannon. It is said that the main image of the statue, the Thousand-Armed Avalokitesvara, was carved over the next 1,000 days. Emperor Godaigo stopped by the temple when he was exiled to Oki during the Motohiro Rebellion, and prayed for victory in the battle to revive his country. During the Edo period (1603-1867), it became a family temple of the Mori family, lords of the Mikazuki domain, and prospered as a mausoleum and three-story pagoda were built. It is the 10th temple of the 33 temples in the western part of Harima. It is one of the seven gods of good fortune in western Japan."
Wada Shoten
Located along Route 179, this shop offers warm, savory takoyaki and Japanese sweets such as taiyaki.
Hiratani Noodle Factory
This noodle shop sells flat udon and soba noodles (¥80 per serving) that are perfect for stir-frying, as well as special dipping sauces. There is an eat-in space inside the store, and the freshly boiled udon noodles (¥250 per serving) topped with dashi soy sauce and a raw egg (extra charge) are exquisite. Food served with a smile is twice as delicious.
Shibumi River Cherry Blossom Pathway
Visitors can enjoy this beautiful 150-meter stretch of cherry blossoms in the spring. Other flowers, including forsythia and thunberg’s meadowsweets, are also in full bloom during this season, making it the perfect place to enjoy the Japanese spring scenery.
Farm Inn Mitsuyama no Sato
"This 110-year-old house was restored using traditional construction methods, and is a farmer's inn that is limited to one couple per day. Visitors are warmly welcomed with a smile and the words, ""Come and have dinner with us around the chabudai (tea table),"" so you can enjoy a taste of life in the countryside from season to season , centering on farming activities such as planting and harvesting vegetables, One of the best parts is that you can also enjoy creative cuisine using seasonal vegetables and rice with the full of the power of the earth, grown without pesticides and chemical fertilizers from the farm. We invite you to experience the power of diverse living creatures and the energy of the earth, and to be surrounded by rich nature for a healing experience that will reset your spirit. "
Fureai-no-sato Kozuki Specialty Store
Located at Kozuki Station on the JR Kishi Line, Fureai-no-sato Kozuki is popular for its locally-made specialty goods. The shop is bustling with customers who come from far and wide to buy products made with Sayo glutinous soybeans and farm fresh vegetables.
GourmetNearby Gourmet Spots
Le Proust
Located next to the city's famous 1,000-year-old ginkgo tree, this bakery offers an abundance of nearly 50 kinds of bread, including Danish bread made with seasonal fruits from Sayo, roasted soybean flour bread made with glutinous soybeans, and hard baguettes. The crispy, fluffy mini croissants (¥50 each) have also been highly popular with customers since the bakery's opening.
Fuji
Enjoy specialty offal yakiudon stir-fried noodles with soy or miso dipping sauces flavored to taste with yuzu citrus or garlic. The large menu at this popular restaurant also includes okonomiyaki, savory pancakes, and other side dishes. Calling ahead to secure a seat is recommended.
Horumon Yaki Udon Otafuku
"The basic style of Sayo Hormon Yaki Udon is to grill various meat, udon noodles and vegetables ina special sauce on a griddle all at once and eat them with soy sauce-based dipping sauces. The combination of the traditional sauce, which has been handed down for three generations, and the hormon is a taste that once you try it, you'll be addicted to it. The spacious restaurant has both table seating and tatami rooms."
Usagiya
Restaurant with a wide range of comfort foods.
O-Shokuji Dokoro Ippei
This long-established restaurant specializes in Japanese hot pot dishes, including duck and wild-boar hot pot (available year-round), Japanese set meals, rice bowls, and more. Among these, the "Deer Curry" (¥850) is a local favorite and a highly recommended item with its mix of various spices and tender meat. This original recipe was created by the restaurant owner Chiyako and the town's Chamber of Commerce and Industry and is a must-try if you're visiting the region!
Hiratani Noodle Factory
This noodle shop sells flat udon and soba noodles (¥80 per serving) that are perfect for stir-frying, as well as special dipping sauces. There is an eat-in space inside the store, and the freshly boiled udon noodles (¥250 per serving) topped with dashi soy sauce and a raw egg (extra charge) are exquisite. Food served with a smile is twice as delicious.
HOTELNearby Accommodations
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.
Minshuku Wakaayusou Inn
Located next to Tokuhisae Station along the JR Kishi-Line, this quaint and reasonable inn provides one night with two meals for as little as ¥6,000. The inn is known for its homemade cuisine, including dishes made with fresh sweetfish from the Chikusa River (June to September) and seasonal vegetables. Long-term stays are also available (upon request), making it the perfect place for an extended trip.
G-style Country Club
This golf resort, surrounded by lush greenery, is the perfect getaway to relax your body and soul. The fairways are flat and wide, and the greens, covered with bentgrass, average 800m2 in size. With each of the 18 holes separate from one another, each hole brings you a new challenge, inspiring rich and strategic plays.
Business Ryokan Ichihonmatsu
Affordable accommodation for work or sightseeing, starting from ¥3,500 a night or ¥5,000 a night with two meals included. Rooms have an ensuite bath and toilet. Guests are welcome to bring drinks.
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."
University of Hyogo Nishi-Harima Astronomical Observatory
Located at the summit of Mount Onade, the Nishi-Harima Observatory is equipped with a two-meter aperture Nayuta telescope, one of the world's largest available for public use. Centered around the observatory, there are nature trails, lodging facilities for groups and families, restaurants, and other facilities that allow visitors to stay overnight and enjoy stargazing to the fullest. Viewing parties are held every evening for overnight guests, while a general viewing party is held on Sundays for day-trippers. Please note that reservations are required on Saturdays and holidays. Many astronomical events are held throughout the year, allowing visitors to feel closer to the stars and the universe.