2025 Asago Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in April)

From late November to late March, "Iwatsunegi" will be available at Roadside Station Fresh Asago. Iwatsunegi from Asago City is said to be one of the three great onions in Japan, alongside Shimonita onions from Gunma Prefecture and Hakata versatile onions from Fukuoka Prefecture. They promote Iwatsunegi to a level that feels almost insane (the in-store song is made with Iwatsunegi, the mats are made with Iwatsunegi, the souvenirs and even the food court are made with Iwatsunegi). When winter comes, be sure to visit Fresh Asago. [Name of facility] Roadside station Fresh Asago [Location] Iwatsu 96, Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture (Inside Asago SA on the Bantan Link Road) [Access] Car (Expressway) Approx. 45 minutes from Himeji JCT or approx. 15 minutes from Wadayama IC (Regular road) Turn at the intersection of National Route 312 "Habuchi" and you will see a sign along the road [Opening hours] 9:00-20:00 #Hyogo sightseeing #Hyogo Prefecture #Hyogo trip #Asago #Roadside station #Iwaya negi

Visited in November 2022 *Takeda Castle Ruins Located on the summit of a mountain at an altitude of 353.7 meters Takeda Castle Ruins🏯 It is designated as a nationally designated important cultural property✨ It is said that Yamana Sozen, the guardian daimyo of Tajima, built the foundations during the Kakitsu era, and the castle fell during Hideyoshi's Tajima Conquest under the orders of Oda Nobunaga After that, it is said that the last castle lord, Akamatsu Hirohide, built a magnificent stone-built castle, and it has been selected as one of the 100 most famous castles in Japan😊 #tripmemory2022#TakedaCastleRuins #CastleTour

Asago Forest Art Museum is an art space consisting of a vast outdoor sculpture park and an indoor art museum. The "Last Lunch" in front of the museum is a very unique and fun photo opportunity. The park is really large, so we recommend that you go there with plenty of time! Information current as of June 2022. #Breathtaking views #Forest bathing #Museum #Photogenic spots #Western Japan #Hyogo Prefecture

This has to be one of the highlight in all my Japan travels so far. This was a memorable and beautiful place to be, after you hike up the mountains for about 1 hr, you will reach the ruins and this place offered a very scenic view of the surroundings mountains and area. If you visit during autumn seasons, you will be able to see beautiful foliages !!! You can also view the fantastic sea of clouds from the opposite side of the mountain, just be prepared to hike up the mountain again in early morning hours before sunrise (if the weather is good). You will be treated to an unforgettable view. Highly recommended to come to this place !!! #givethanks #givethanks

I went to see the sea of ​​clouds at Takeda Castle in Hyogo Prefecture, known as the Machu Picchu of Japan! Especially in the early mornings from autumn to winter, when certain weather conditions are met, the sea of ​​clouds appears and envelops the castle ruins, making it look like a castle floating in the sky. Conditions for seeing the sea of ​​clouds: • Period: The best season is from late September to late November • Time: Around 4am to 8am • Weather conditions: • Clear the day before with radiation cooling • Low morning temperature and high humidity • Weak winds Recommended spots to see the sea of ​​clouds: • Ritsuunkyo: A popular viewing spot overlooking Takeda Castle #Spring0yentrip

I went to the "Mikobata Ore Dressing Plant Ruins" in #Asago City, #Hyogo Prefecture ε"ε"(ﾉ⸝⸝>ㅁ<)ﾉ It's famous for having a mysterious worldview like Laputa ( ᵕᴗᵕ ) Hmm It's the site of the largest ore dressing plant in the Orient, which was called the "Sleepless City" at the time. The ore dressing plant building has been demolished, but the foundation remains as it was at the time ✿ﾟ❀.(*´▽`*)❀.ﾟ✿ It's prohibited to go inside, but if you look closely, you can still see the machines ∑(º ﾛº๑)❢❢ The pillars of the foundation are round and look like a temple (〃艸〃)♡ I took the photo of Shinobi-chan from the wide shoulder of the road, which didn't get in the way of traffic Σp📷ω･´) 🏍Mikobata Ore Dressing Plant Ruins🏍 Address: 1842-1 Sagi, Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture Parking: Asphalt #Connect with people who like bikes #Hyogo Tourism #Hyogo Tourist Spots #Hyogo Trip #Hyogo Touring #Shinobi-chan #joyriders1 #Domestic Travel Strategy

I went to "Takeda Castle Ruins" in #Asago City, #Hyogo Prefecture ε”ε”(ﾉ⸝⸝>ㅁ<)ﾉ I chose it from the touring spots listed in Tripper and went there ((((((っ･ω･)っ When the conditions are right and the sea of ​​clouds spreads, it looks like a castle floating on the clouds, so it's also known as the "Castle in the Sky" (๑♡∀♡๑) Unfortunately there was no sea of ​​clouds when I went, but the weather was good, so the view was great ჱ̒⸝⸝•̀֊•́⸝⸝) You have to walk from the parking lot to the top, which takes 45 minutes one way and is about 2-3km. I have to walk a lot, so it's pretty tiring (｡´-д-)Tek Tek =З There's a bus, but it's a one-way street, so it looks like it's going to be a long way back There were some customers calling taxis ꉂꉂ(>ᗜ<*) There's a good chance of seeing the sea of ​​clouds early in the morning, but leaving Gifu and arriving here at 8am is too tough (ó﹏ò｡)💦💦 🏍Takeda Castle Ruins🏍 Address: 169 Takeda Kojoyama, Wadayama-cho, Asago-shi, Hyogo Opening hours: 8am-6pm Parking: Asphalt #Connectwithpeoplewholikemotorcycles #Hyogotourism #Hyogotouristspots #Hyogotrip #Hyogotouring #Shinobichan #joyriders1 #Castleinthesky #IntroducingthebreathtakingviewsinJapan

I went to "#upstarcafe" in #Asago city, #Hyogo prefecture ε"ε"(ﾉ⸝⸝>ㅁ<)ﾉ I chose one of the touring spots listed in Tripper and went there ((((((っ･ω･)っ An American-style biker cafe, all handmade by the owner, who loves motorcycles ✿ﾟ❀.(*´▽`*)❀.ﾟ✿ There is also a sales corner inside the store selling key chains, guardian bells, etc. I ordered a #roastbeefbaconburger and a cola (人•͈ᴗ•͈) A hearty hamburger with plenty of roast beef and bacon covered in a sweet sauce and sandwiched with vegetables (〃艸〃)♡ You eat it in the wrapping paper on the table (๑⃙⃘´༥`๑⃙⃘) It's meaty, but it also has a lot of vegetables, so it's not heavy and you can eat it easily ( '༥' )ŧ‹"ŧ‹"ŧ‹"ŧ‹"ŧ‹" The accompanying fries are crispy and delicious (*´ч ` *) There was a space to put stickers, so I put a Shinobi-chan sticker on it too ε٩(๑>ω<)۶з 🍔Menu🍔 Roast beef bacon burger: 1750 yen Coke: 450 yen 🏍UP★STAR Cafe (Kabu no Eki Tajima) 🏍 Address: 382 Hayata, Santo-cho, Asago-shi, Hyogo Opening hours: 10:00-17:00 Closed: Wednesday Parking: Asphalt #Gourmet Summary

#Domestic Travel Strategy Takeda Castle Ruins is a castle in the sky, also known as the "Machu Picchu of Japan," and its fantastic scenery surrounded by a sea of ​​clouds is its charm. Especially in the early autumn mornings, the scenery of the castle ruins floating in the mist spreads out, attracting many photographers. Although only the stone walls remain of the castle ruins themselves, their magnificent appearance gives you a sense of the history of the Sengoku period. The hiking route to the castle ruins is relatively easy to walk, so you can visit as if you were hiking. There is also a great view spot called "Tatsuunkyo Gorge" in the surrounding area, where you can view the Takeda Castle Ruins from afar. In addition, around Takeda Station, there is a "castle town" where the old-fashioned townscape remains, and you can enjoy local gourmet food while strolling. Takeda Castle Ruins, where you can enjoy both history and spectacular views, is a tourist spot you should visit at least once.

When I was a kid watching cartoons, I always saw plots with islands floating in the clouds. I never expected that! The "Takeda Castle Ruins" in Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan is surrounded by clouds from autumn to early winter every year, making the Takeda Castle feel like it is floating in the clouds, hence the name "Castle in the Sky". This ancient city ruins located at an altitude of 350 meters, although only stone walls remain, the scenery intertwined with nature is stunning. Although we didn't see the sea of ​​clouds when we arrived that day, the view looking down from the mountains was so breathtaking. I personally think that Takeda Castle Ruins is a must-visit tourist destination when you come to Hyogo Prefecture~ Takeda Castle was selected as one of Japan's 100 famous castles in 2006. In addition, it is also known as "Japan's Machu Picchu". Although there was no fog, the weather on that day was pretty good and the scenery was unobstructed Takeda Castle is very large, about 400 meters long from north to south and about 100 meters wide from east to west Due to the Edo Shogunate's "One Country, One Castle" order, Takeda Castle was abandoned and demolished in 1600. Now there are only stone walls, moats, wells and other ruins Tel: +81796724003 Address: 169 Kojoyama, Hyogo, Asago, Wadayamacho Takeda, Japan 〒669-5252 Opening hours: 10:00~15:00 Suggested stay time: If you want to visit more carefully, take photos, and buy souvenirs, it is recommended to stay for 2~3 hours Tickets: Adults: 500¥ (JPY); Free for junior high school students and below #Global Travel

The "Takeda Castle Ruins" are known to everyone as the castle in the sky, but it is difficult to take a complete photo and see the Takeda Castle floating in the clouds when you stand on the Takeda Castle. At this time, you have to go to the Asakai Mountain Observation Deck "Ritsuunkyo" opposite the castle ruins. Here you can see the Takeda Castle Ruins very completely, and you can also take the most ideal photos when the clouds and mist are lingering. The prerequisite is to have good physical strength. There is an extremely steep staircase along the way, but when you step onto the last observation deck, you will feel that everything is worth it! The whole route is mostly uphill, and I think only 5% of the road is flat. There are crutches placed next to the entrance. It is recommended to take them so that you can walk more easily. Because there is a section of uphill slope that is all stairs, and it is quite steep, I really walked to the point where I called my mom XD The altitude of Mt. Chaolai is about 757 meters. There are three observatories on the mountainside. The photo was taken from the third observatory. It's really beautiful here. Although the climb to the observatory is painful, it's worth it to see such a beautiful view once you get there. Standing here, I feel so light, as if all the pressure in life has disappeared. I just want to sit here and relax, enjoying the relaxation brought by the present moment. Tel: +81796724003 Address: Takeda, Hyogo, Asago, Japan 669-5252 Opening hours: 24 hours Recommended stay time: 1~2 hours The entrance fee to the Ritsuunkyo observatory is 300 JPY per person #GlobalTravel

#0yentripnovember [Sticks Coffee] 🕰️Business hours: 1000-1800 🏖️Atmosphere/facilities: ◯ 📍Address: 644-1 Kanaura, Santo-cho, Asago-shi, Hyogo 669-5115 💰Price per person: 1000- 💞Reason for recommendation: This cafe is located on the border between Kyoto and Hyogo💕 The store has a great sense of style‼︎ Above all, the coffee made by the owner was delicious, and the hotdogs were the best👍 The owner's smile is brighter than on TV and is very soothing✨ This cafe is a power spot🤩

The most popular at Oakyard Okowa lunch and chestnut parfait🍤🤍 I've always wanted to try this lunch and parfait I've decided that I'll definitely go there when autumn comes🤭💓 A healthy lunch full of volume using seasonal ingredients A luxurious parfait with a variety of flavors I felt extremely happy🌰🍨🥄✨ -------------------------------------------------- 📍941-2 Sano, Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture 🕰️ Lunch 11:00-14:30, Cafe 14:00-16:30 (LO.15:30) 🏷️ Closed: Thu 🌿 Parking ◎ -------------------------------------------------- #Domestic travel record

I went to see the sea of ​​clouds, which can only be seen when certain conditions such as time and weather are met! Leaving by car late at night 🚗 → Arrived at the parking lot at 2 o'clock → Climbing the mountain for 40 minutes from 4:30, I was lucky enough to see the sea of ​​clouds ☁️✨ Conditions for seeing the sea of ​​clouds ・Temperature difference of 10 degrees or more ・Weak wind ・Clear sky ・Mid-September to early December ・From dawn to around 8 am Apparently, there are such conditions!! I parked in Yamashiro-no-Sato, but by around 3 o'clock the parking lot was almost full. Takeda Castle ruins are lit up until 6 am, and the admission fee is 500 yen, which I bought from the ticket machine! #0yentripNovember #amazingview #amazingviewspot

The Takeda Castle Ruins are known as the Japanese Machu Picchu and also the Japanese Castle in the Sky. This beautiful scenic spot is located in Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture. Although it is not too far from the city, it is relatively unknown due to its inconvenient transportation and its location in the mountains. It is probably because of this that the loneliness and beauty of Takeda Castle can be seen. Transportation: The nearest station to Takeda Castle is JR Takeda Station, but the train service is infrequent, with only one train per hour. When I arrived there that day, it was just after 6pm and there were few people on the street. I could feel the unique silence of the countryside. It is recommended to arrive before nightfall, because the shops there basically close very early, and it is still a bit scary at night because it is pitch black around [Em] Climbing time: It is easier to see the sea of ​​clouds if you reach the summit before 8 am from September to November. After 8 am, the sea of ​​clouds will gradually dissipate.

The view from the hike at 4:30 in the morning was amazing

#0yentrip 🕰️Business hours: 24 hours 🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: Parking available 📍Location: Takeda, Wadayama-cho, Asago-shi, Hyogo 669-5252 💞Recommended reasons: You can see the ruins of Takeda Castle from the mountain opposite, and if the conditions are good, the castle ruins towering in the sea of ​​clouds look like Laputa. Maybe.

#japantrip Absolutely fantastic spot that reminds me of Machu Picchu on its ruins layout and perched atop a mountain. The bus from the visitor centre departs with quite a wide gap in timing so do time it well if you are visiting, else walking or taxi is the only option. The bus takes you near, but still an uphill walk for 900m is still required. I will recommend that we all do our part to preserve this fantastic monument. At the end of the monument, you can see a sweeping view of the Takeda town below.

#japantrip A nice little museum in a larger area, known as the "art forest" there are a number of outdoor installations around and alongside the museum itself can take a while to explore. Titles are offered in English alongside the write-up of the artist whose work is on permanent display, all other signage varies as to whether any English is offered. Many works by Toshio Yodoi, a master of postwar sculpture, are installed inside and outside the building. The outdoor exhibits, which have a sense of freedom, are especially enjoyable to view.

#Old castle #Takeda #Hiking Takeda Castle, built in the 15th century, was abandoned during the Tokugawa Ieyasu era. If you like Japanese castles, a visit to Takeda Castle is a great opportunity. Takeda Castle is an old castle on a mountain, and now only the castle ruins that have not collapsed are preserved. Rather, the ruined castle blends in with nature and makes you feel beautiful. Enjoy the view from Takeda Castle, which is called Japan's Machu Picchu. Takeda Castle can be reached by getting off at Takeda Station (train) and using the bus stop right in front. Additional. If you ask the station master at Takeda Station about the train schedule, you will be met with a very analog response.

#thingstodo Absolutely fantastic spot that reminds me of Machu Picchu on its ruins layout and perched atop a mountain. The bus from the visitor centre departs with quite a wide gap in timing so do time it well if you are visiting, else walking or taxi is the only option. The bus takes you near, but still an uphill walk for 900m is still required. As you walk uphill, there's a turn left where the signboard says not to enter from, and that is actually the exit point. Technically if you go through there, then it's free entry? As there is no ticket checks within the ruins itself. However, the ticket price is not at all hefty and I will recommend that we all do our part to preserve this fantastic monument. At the end of the monument, you can see a sweeping view of the Takeda town below.

Asago Art Forest Museum 739-3 Tataragi, Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture 079-670-4111 The Asago Art Forest around the museum is about 10 hectares in size, and about 30 modern sculptures are on display, including works that won prizes at the open-air sculpture exhibition that Asago City has been holding since 1994✨ In front of the museum, there is a cute "Last Lunch" instead of a "Last Supper"❤️ The second from the left is YOUR SEAT, where you can sit and take photos😆 All of the works look great against the greenery✨ The museum exhibits works by world-famous sculptor Toshio Yodoi, and the work at the rockfill dam (Kansai Electric Power Tataragi Dam) was incredibly beautiful🤩 Honest reviewCost performance: ★★★★★Photogenic: ★★★★★Overall rating: ★★★★★ Comment: An admission fee is required for the rockfill dam works. The rest are free to see! There are many works of art outside, and it is also attractive that you can go around and see them with a 🚗👍 -------------------[General] 500 yen [University and high school students] 300 yen [Middle and elementary school students] 200 yen 10:00~17:00 Admission is closed until 30 minutes before closing Wednesdays and the day after public holidays (If Wednesday is a public holiday, the museum is open and closed the next day) 🚗 120 minutes from Keihanshin 60 minutes from Himeji #HyogoTourism #Hyogo #AsagoArtMuseum #HyogoArtMuseum #art

A lovely cafe, standing alone in a tranquil place surrounded by nature❣️ On a nice day, I went for a drive and looked for some delicious coffee🚗 I looked it up online and found that this shop also recommends hot dogs and churros🌭 in addition to coffee☕️, so I tried them...😋 As the reviews said, the hot dog sausage was very juicy, and the bread was chewy and delicious👍😋💕 The churros also come in several flavors, and the cute colors look great. Not only was it delicious, but the outside was crispy and not too sweet, which was really nice💓 By the way, the churros in the photo are chocolate and ramune flavored😊 There are wooden chairs in front of the shop where you can sit comfortably, so you can enjoy your meal outside as well😊 The shop guide also says to check Google Maps... so it's a little hard to find, but if you want to spend a relaxing time, this is a shop I would definitely recommend🥰 📍【Sticks Coffee】 Address: 644-1, Kanaura, Santo-cho, Asago-shi, Hyogo ⚠️I recommend that you check Google Maps before you go. Business hours [Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri] 10:00-17:00 [Sat, Sun, Holidays] 9:00-17:00 Open on Sundays Closed on Thursdays ⚠️ We recommend that you check the opening hours before you go. # Hyogo Tourism # Isolated Cafe # Stylish Cafe # Relaxing Cafe # Delicious Cafe # Drive # Date # Couple # Family # Mother Nature # Unusual

The food court is lined with gourmet food made with local ingredients, Tajima beef, Tajima chicken, and wild game venison. This is a facility that strongly promotes the local area. It is large and clean, and has a large parking lot, so it is a recommended roadside station for a break. [Facility name] Roadside Station Fresh Asago [Location] 96 Iwatsu, Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture (inside Asago SA on the Bantan Link Road) [Access] Car (Expressway) About 45 minutes from Himeji JCT or about 15 minutes from Wadayama IC (Regular road) Turn at the intersection of National Route 312 "Habuchi" and you will see a sign along the road [Opening hours] 9:00-20:00 #Hyogo sightseeing #Hyogo Prefecture #Hyogo trip #Tajima #Roadside station #Asago #Souvenirs

#HyogoTourism Takeda Castle Ruins is a historical ruin in Asago City, Japan. Takeda Castle existed from the Sengoku period to the early Edo period, and was built by Kuroda Nagamasa, a vassal of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. The castle is known for the beautiful nature surrounding it, and the view from the ruins. It is an interesting place for tourists and history lovers. It is also a recommended tourist spot as there are times when you can see a sea of ​​clouds. By the way, you can see it in the early morning from September to April, so please come and see it.

Name of restaurant: 🏠 Luan/Takeda Castle Town Hotel EN Address: 363, Takeda, Kamimachi Nishigawa, Wadayama-cho, Asago-shi, Hyogo Budget per person: 3500~ Rating (out of 5): ★★★★★ Points: *This facility is used as a restaurant in a dispersed hotel that has been renovated from historical buildings scattered at the foot of the ruins of Takeda Castle, the castle in the sky. *Not only was the taste amazing, but the atmosphere of the restaurant and the service of the staff were also wonderful, and we had a wonderful time. *This quality at this price is truly amazing! Very satisfied!! #Gourmet #Photogenic spot #Exotic atmosphere #Mountain climbing #Gourmet trip #Recommended for dates #Hyogo sightseeing #gw2022jp

Takeda Castle Ruins, known as the Machu Picchu of Japan and the Castle in the Sky, is a mountain castle located at the top of Mt. Kojo, which is 353.7 meters above sea level. You cannot drive to the top of the mountain, so you can either walk from the station or take a shuttle bus partway up and then walk from there. It seems that many people use the shuttle bus to climb up. You will walk, but the view at the top is spectacular!! ! ☆JR Bantan Line, about 40 minutes on foot from Takeda Station Information as of May 2022. #Spectacular view #Historical site #Castle tour #Castle #Japan's 100 famous castles #Mountain climbing #Photogenic spot #gw2022jp#Hyogo Prefecture

#Hyogo #TakedaCastleRuins Visited on December 16th. I took the JR Bantan Line and got off at Takeda Station, which is one stop away from Wadayama Station, and walked around. There is a bus from the station, but at this time of year, the only way to get here is by bus. Currently, there is no castle tower and only the stone walls remain, but the surrounding scenery was amazing. It is said that you can see a sea of ​​clouds when the conditions are right, and the view is said to have been the model for "Castle in the Sky". If you want to see the sea of ​​clouds, you need to go to the surrounding mountains early in the morning, not to Takeda Castle Ruins.