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

Lake Suwa is one of the filming locations for "Your Name" The main attraction is to go around the lake~ The best place to see Lake Suwa is at Tateishi Park The park is famous for its stunning lake views and seasonal natural beauty The park has a wide view Whether it's day or night You can enjoy the beautiful scenery with different styles~ After getting off at Kamisuwa Station, you can drive or take a taxi to Tateishi Park You can also take a bus up the mountain But there are not many buses You need to check the time~ If you plan to travel to the Suwa Lake area This park is definitely worth adding to your itinerary~ #globaltravel

The Suwa Gokura Sake Tour is a unique tasting event that offers visitors the opportunity to visit five renowned sake breweries located in Kamisuwa. Each brewery has its own distinct characteristics, allowing visitors to taste the sake produced by each one and experience the charm of different sake flavors. Participating in this tour not only allows you to enjoy fine sake but also to stroll through the streets, savor local delicacies, and have a wonderful time. 2. Features of the Five Suwa Sake Breweries in Kamisuwa Maihime Brewery: Known for its exquisite sake, especially its signature 'Maihime,' which has a smooth taste and rich aroma. Reijin Brewery: Established in 1789, Reijin Brewery combines tradition and innovation. It is renowned for its diverse range of sake and excellent brewing techniques. The Reijin series is known for its refreshing taste and rich aroma, particularly the 'Reijin Junmai Ginjo,' which has won numerous awards for its delicate flavor and elegant aroma. Reijin Brewery actively participates in various sake competitions and exhibitions to promote sake culture. Yokobue Brewery: Famous for its unique brewing methods and high-quality sake, especially its 'Yokobue' series, which has a rich and layered taste. Honkin Brewery: Founded in 1662, Honkin Brewery has a long history and is known for its pure sake and traditional brewing techniques. The Honkin series is renowned for its unique flavor and high quality, using carefully selected local rice and water to ensure the best taste in every bottle. Its signature 'Honkin Junmai Daiginjo' is loved by sake enthusiasts for its rich aroma and smooth taste. Masumi Brewery: Established in 1662, Masumi Brewery is a historic yet modern sake brewery. It is known for its high-quality sake and advanced brewing techniques. The Masumi series is famous for its refreshing and pure taste, particularly the 'Masumi Junmai Daiginjo,' which is loved by consumers for its delicate taste and rich layers. Masumi Brewery is also committed to environmental protection and sustainable development, using eco-friendly materials and techniques to minimize the environmental impact of the brewing process. Kamisuwa is located in Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture, and is easily accessible. From Tokyo, you can take the Shinkansen to Nagano Station and then transfer to the JR Chuo Main Line to Kamisuwa Station. From Kamisuwa Station, you can walk to each sake brewery, making it convenient for visitors to tour. The Suwa Gokura Sake Tour is a fun and cultural experience that is not to be missed by sake enthusiasts or visitors interested in Japanese culture.

🏠 Katakurakan 📍 4-1-9 Kogan-dori, Suwa, Nagano 392-0027 🚶 8 minutes walk from Kami-Suwa Station 💰 400 yen without guide, 600 yen with guide Reservation: Not required Time required: 30-40 minutes 📷 ok ---------------------------------------------------- A cute retro bath. With a guide, you can see parts that you can't see without a guide. In addition to touring the building, you can actually take a bath in the Sennin-buro. You can enjoy a relaxing time while being soothed by the beautiful lake. #retro townscape #retro architecture #architecture #emotional #retro #historical site #trip to touch historical culture #shrine #domestic travel #trip_outdoor #Nagano trip #Nagano sightseeing

Beautiful image of Romanian winter. A tree stands alone in front of the storm. This is how I stand against the winter of migration

Friends who have watched "Your Name" should be impressed by Lake Itomori, where Mitsuha's home is located. This lake has a prototype in reality, which is Lake Suwa in Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture. The lake is very large, and surrounded by villages, towns and cities, looking down from above, it really feels like being in "Your Name". The best place to see all this is Tateishi Park on the mountain next to the lake. Standing on the platform of Tateishi Park, you can enjoy a very broad view. There is also a semicircular stepped platform in the park. Sitting on the mountain and looking at the beautiful scenery of the lake below and the traffic, it is a great place to rest and relax. If you are lucky in winter, you can even see snow-capped mountains in the distance. At the foot of the mountain where Tateishi Park is located, there is a historic Teminaga Shrine. It is located between residential areas and schools and is very quiet. You can stop in and take a look when you pass by on your way up or down the mountain. In addition, not far from the shrine is the prototype of the substation that was blown up in "Your Name". If you are a player who visits the holy land, don't miss it. Transportation: There are no buses to reach Tateishi Park, so you can only choose to walk, ride a bike or take a taxi. If you walk, it takes about 40 minutes (one way) from Kamisuwa Station to Tateishi Park. It will be relatively faster to go down the mountain, but there will be more forks in the road, so you need to take out your phone frequently to determine the direction. Cycling can save you half the time of walking, but going uphill is a little more strenuous. You can rent a bicycle at the rental center next to the station.

Saginoyu is an inn located right in front of Lake Suwa in Nagano Prefecture. There is a foot bath in the courtyard, so go and soak in it after arriving at the inn and rest your feet first!! You can see a spectacular view of Lake Suwa from your room✨ The view at dusk is very beautiful🤍 The bath is also great!! The open-air bath is free-flowing from the source✨ Your skin will be smooth🫧 ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼✼ ••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼ ➸Recommended spot information📍Hotel Saginoyu✤Address: 3-2-14 Kogan-dori, Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture ✤Access: Kami-Suwa Station▶︎10-minute walk✤Parking: Available✤Cost: From 26,700 yen ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼ #0 yen trip January 2025

Inside the Saginoyu building, there is a private dining area called Shiki-an. Right in front of the Katakurakan is a very nice restaurant. The ingredients are from Shinshu, so the food is delicious and looks great too♡ When you stay here, be sure to book a plan that includes meals!! ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼ ➸Recommended spot information📍Hotel Saginoyu Shiki-an ✤ Recommended points: All private rooms ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼ #0 yen trip January 2025

Lake Suwa is right in front of you✨ Introducing the inn "Saginoyu" in Suwa, Nagano Prefecture🍀 A Japanese-style inn🫧 The lobby and courtyard dry landscape gardens, and the cute Showa retro decorations are relaxing✨ The pattern on the carpet in the hallway leading to the bath is very cute and reflects the image🤍 Change into a yukata and take a commemorative photo🥰 ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼ ➸Recommended spot information📍Hotel Saginoyu✤Address: 3-2-14 Kogan-dori, Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture✤Access: Kami-Suwa Station▶︎10-minute walk✤Shuttle service: None✤Parking: Available✤Cost: From 26,700 yen (2 people) ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼ #0 yen trip January 2025 #Nagano sightseeing #Nagano hotel #Lake Suwa

A temple I came across while touring Suwa Taisha Shrine 🪷 Introducing "Hokke Zenji Temple" 🍀 The plum blossoms are very beautiful in spring, so I recommend you go when they are in bloom 🤍 I spoke with the head priest when I got my goshuin 🥰 He was very kind ✨ There is an intercom on the right side of the main hall, so please call him. Like😊 ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼ ➸Recommended spot information📍Hokke Zen Temple✤Address: 856 Nakasu Jinguji, Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼ #0 yen trip January 2025 #Hokke Zen Temple #Temple tour #Lake Suwa #Nagano #Shinshu #Domestic travel

Touring four shrines at the main shrine of Suwa Taisha ☺️ Recharge your energy and get motivated for the new year✨ There are Kamisha and Shimosha around Lake Suwa⛩✤Kamisha, Honmiya, Maemiya✤Shimosha, Akimiya, HarumiyaThere are two and four shrines⛩It's a really nice shrine⛩✨Unfortunately I wasn't able to visit all four shrines, but next time I go to Suwa I'd like to visit all four✨ ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼✼••┈┈┈ ••✼••┈┈┈••✼➸Tips︎︎︎︎︎︎☑︎If you visit all four shrines and get a goshuin, you will receive a commemorative gift︎︎︎︎︎︎︎☑︎If you collect all the stamps on the goshuin, they will form a circle and the characters for "Suwa Taisha" will be completed︎︎︎︎︎︎︎☑︎Don't miss the "Obashira" at each of the four shrines!! ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼ ➸Recommended spot information📍Suwa Taisha Kamisha Honmiya ✤Address: Nakasu, Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture✤Access: Kami-Suwa Station▶︎Alpico Kotsu Bus Ariga-Kamisha Joint Route Karin-chan Bus✤Parking: Available✤Seal: 500 yen (with writing)✤Shrine office: 9:00-16:00 ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼ #Domestic travel record #Shrine #Shrine and temple tour #Shrine tour #Seal #Seal tour #Power spot #Power spot shrine #Suwa Taisha #Nagano #Nagano sightseeing #Nagano trip #Shinshu

🌹- **Spring**: Stroll through the streets of Nagano City and admire the cherry blossoms that bloom like clouds and mist, creating a beautiful contrast with the ancient temples. It's like stepping into a vivid painting. 🌹- **Summer**: Hike through the lush green forests of Kamikochi, breathe in the fresh air, and feel the vitality of nature. 🌹- **Autumn**: The fiery red leaves of Karuizawa transform the entire town into a dreamlike wonderland. 🌹- **Winter**: Ski down the slopes of Nagano's ski resorts and enjoy the perfect blend of speed and excitement. 🌈A fusion of history and modernity - **Zenkoji Temple**: This 1,400-year-old temple is the spiritual heart of Nagano City. It enshrines a mysterious secret Buddha, and legend has it that visiting once in a lifetime will bring you blessings of eternal happiness. - **Nagano Olympic Museum**: Relive the glory of the 1998 Winter Olympics and experience the perfect combination of sports and culture. 🌲🌲Natural and ecological wonders - **Jigokudani Monkey Park**: Get up close and personal with adorable snow monkeys as they relax in the hot springs. This unique natural spectacle attracts countless visitors. - **Kamikochi**: Known as the "Japanese Alps," this picturesque natural landscape is a paradise for hiking enthusiasts. 🍱🍱A feast of food and culture - **Shinshu Soba**: One of Nagano's specialties, this buckwheat noodle dish is known for its unique texture and rich nutrition, leaving you craving for more. - **Nagano Sake**: Made with high-quality local water and exquisite brewing techniques, this sake has a rich flavor that you won't want to miss. 🌈🌈Nagano City is a charming tourist destination that will captivate you with its natural scenery, historical culture, and culinary experiences. Here, you can experience Japan's four seasons, witness the fusion of history and modernity, marvel at natural and ecological wonders, and indulge in a feast of food and culture. Nagano City awaits your visit! 🌲🌲🌲❤️

#FuriTabiWinter "Cafe and General Goods Store Fumi" in Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture is a popular and stylish cafe and general goods store. It is often crowded on weekends, but you can enjoy browsing the general goods on sale in the store while you wait. At the cafe, you can enjoy spicy lu rou fan and beautifully presented puddings, all of which are exquisite. The store has a wonderful atmosphere with attention to detail in every corner. It's a perfect place for a girls' trip or a date, so be sure to visit. 🍮Cafe and General Goods Store Fumi

#FritaviWinter The Rebuilding Center in Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture, sells old wood and antiques, with a wide range of products, from small items such as boards and tableware to large furniture such as shelves and tables. The products are lined up in a small space, so you can have fun just looking around. You can also have fun finding a bargain, so be sure to check it out. There is also a cafe on the first floor that serves delicious, crispy scones, so be sure to stop by the cafe as well. 🪑Rebuilding Center

Attraction: Nagano Zenkoji Temple 📍Address: 491 Motozencho, Nagano, Nagano City 🕰️Business hours: sunrise to sunset (varies between 4:30 and 16:30 depending on the season) 💞Recommended reasons: Located in #Nagano Prefecture, #Zenkoji Temple has a long history of about 1,400 years. It has no sectarian distinction. Since ancient times, anyone regardless of status, gender, or even religious sect can visit it. About 6 million tourists visit it every year. There are many legends circulating in Zenkoji Temple. The temple enshrines the oldest Buddha statues in Japan, the "Ikko Three Amida Tathagata". They are the Amida Tathagata in the middle, the Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva on the right, and the Shichi Bodhisattva on the left. It is said that no one has ever seen this statue. The absolute secret Buddha. Transportation strategy: Take the Hokuriku Shinkansen from Tokyo and get off at JR Nagano Station. It takes about 30 minutes to walk from the Zenkoji Exit of JR Nagano Station. Or take the bus to Zenkoji from Stop 1 at the Zenkojiguchi Bus Plaza, which takes about 15 minutes. It takes 5 to 10 minutes to walk from Zenkoji Station to the main hall. With a history of 1,400 years, every corner of Zenkoji Temple has something to see. From Nagano Station to Zenkoji Temple Omotesando, there are the far-reaching "Eighteen Chou Stones" and "Forty-eight Types of Lanterns". They are derived from the particularly important eighteenth wish among the "Forty-eight Vows" revealed by Amida Tathagata. About 2 kilometers) is Nagano Station. Therefore, when Nagano Station opened, we searched for a location that was just "18-cho" away and set it as the location of Nagano Station. "Forty-Eight Lanterns" are twenty-four groups of forty-eight lanterns installed on Omotesando. After walking along the stone road of the shrine to the territory, you will see the solemn statue of Nio "Niohmon", and then you will arrive at the Sanmon gate built in 1750 and designated as an important cultural property of Japan. There is a plaque with "Zenkoji" written in golden characters on the gate. In fact, there are 5 pigeons on the plaque, 2 of which are in "Zenko", the other 2 are in "Light", and the last one is hidden in "Temple". "inside. At the end is the national treasure "main hall", which is about 24 meters wide, 54 meters deep, and 29 meters high. It is one of the best wooden buildings in Japan. Three Amida Buddha statues are enshrined in the glass altar at the innermost part of the main hall. There is a statue of "Venerable Bintulu" inside. "Venerable Bintulu" is the number one disciple of Sakyamuni Buddha and one of the "Sixteen Arhats". Because Venerable Bintulu has super powers, there is a belief that "patients can be cured by touching the same part of the Buddha statue as their diseased area." Many people touched it, and the wooden Buddha statue sparkled with gold when touched. The outside is also very interesting. The first bell of the opening of the Nagano Olympics came from the Zenkoji Temple "Bell Tower" and the "Seismic Column" and so on. Finally, of course, don’t forget that Omotesando’s “Nakamise Dori” (the section from Nio to Sanmon Gate) is full of delicious food, whether it’s a meal or a dessert, especially Nagano Prefecture, which is second only to Aomori Prefecture in terms of apple production, so you must eat it. Apple pie has a golden multi-layered outer crust and a whole piece of honey-soaked and sweet apple filling. You must also try the milk and egg-related delicacies produced in Shinshu (the old name of Nagano). Nagano Zenkoji Temple is indeed an important national treasure attraction in Nagano.

On November 9, 2024, I stayed at the Sui Suwako Hotel in Kamisuwa. I stayed in Kamisuwa, a hot spring town on the shores of Lake Suwa, to see the autumn leaves at Choenji Temple. I chose the highest-rated hot spring inn, Sui Suwako. In fact, the hot springs in this area are not as good as those in Okuhida, Takayama. This hotel is expensive and highly rated because of its service reputation. The hotel has six floors, with the top floor being a public area, and the other four floors having two rooms per floor and 2-3 dining rooms, accommodating about 16 guests in 8 groups per day. The first floor is small but exquisite. Each room has a private bath, and the public bath on the top floor offers a view of Lake Suwa, which is the prototype of the lake in the movie Your Name. I have to say, the Japanese service here is great, making you feel very noble. The food is also exquisite, with a full sense of ceremony. What impressed me was not the Shinshu beef (Hida beef from Sunjiro is better) and the dishes made from dozens of ingredients, but the rice cooked in a clay pot. Japanese rice is delicious, and I have praised it many times. Today, I bought a rice ball from 7-11 on the road, which was only 6 yuan, and I bought two in a row! Back to the hotel. The rooftop bath is mixed-gender. The hotel provides hot spring clothes, and women wear shorts, skirts, and tops, a three-piece set! It's really funny to soak in a hot spring fully dressed. But I really like to enjoy the view, watch the stars, and breathe the cold air outside while soaking in hot water. My persuasion worked, and two female companions, one broke through herself and went to the public bath to enjoy the stars and hot springs, and the other got up in the morning and asked to soak in the rooftop hot spring. Then, while waiting for the train at the station, the three of us women unanimously decided to try the free foot bath. When you come to Japan to soak in a hot spring, it's not just about soaking in hot water, but also about experiencing a different culture, such as the design of the hot spring pool, the difference in the quality of the spring water, and soaking in different environments, such as public, private, beautiful, and convenient. Experiencing the life and culture of the locals is really fun! Oh, I have another fun travel goal, to soak in hot springs all over the world.

Zenkoji Temple in Nagano: A Tranquil Zen Vibe in Winter Nagano in winter is a snow-covered wonderland, like a dreamlike ice kingdom. In this white world, Zenkoji Temple is like an ancient and tranquil pearl, exuding a unique charm. Stepping into Zenkoji Temple, the solemn atmosphere inside the temple complements the icy and snowy scenery outside. The ancient buildings, covered in snow, have softer lines, as if they are one with nature. The iconic three-story pagoda stands proudly in the snow, its spire touching the sky, as if telling a story of a thousand years of history and faith. Walking along the paths in the temple, the sound of "crunch, crunch" underfoot seems like the snow is whispering. Snowflakes fall, covering the trees in the courtyard with a white cloak, bending the branches as if paying homage to this sacred temple. Inside the main hall, candlelight flickers, and the warm glow intertwines with the cold air. The worshippers are devout, with hands clasped in prayer, their figures appearing especially serene and peaceful in the candlelight. The rising incense smoke carries people's wishes, slowly dispersing into the air. In a corner of Zenkoji Temple, monks can be seen sweeping the snow-covered paths. Their movements are slow and rhythmic, sweeping away the snow and seemingly sweeping away the dust in people's hearts. Standing in the temple, looking up, the distant mountains are covered in snow. The white snow and the red walls and black tiles of Zenkoji Temple complement each other, creating a beautiful winter scene. At this moment, the noise in the heart gradually dissipates, leaving only a sense of clarity and purity. Zenkoji Temple in Nagano in winter is not just a temple, but a place where the soul can find solace and peace. Here, time seems to stand still, allowing people to immerse themselves in the thousand-year-old Zen vibe, forgetting the troubles of the world, and enjoying the rare tranquility and beauty.

This bakery has been in business since 1916 and is loved by locals. They have a wide variety of freshly baked breads, and customers line up early in the morning. The mackerel sandwich, hard milk bread, and croissants are especially popular! For breakfast, I bought a mackerel sandwich for ¥690 and a coffee for ¥250 and enjoyed it at the counter seat inside the store. It was very filling, and the mackerel, onion slices, and mayonnaise went really well together and were delicious. I now understand why customers are constantly coming in and out of the store! Recently, it's so popular that many people from outside the prefecture are coming to buy bread. I bought the hard milk bread, bean paste butter sandwich, matcha melon bread, and cranberry and walnut bread as souvenirs. They were all delicious and well-received, so I'd like to go back and buy some again! Inside the store, there are counter seats and four chairs, and eight tables on the terrace that can accommodate 2 to 4 people. The sign at the entrance and the atmosphere inside the store are both wonderful✨ "Taiyo Bakery" 📍12-2 Suehiro, Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture, 392-0025, Japan (8 minutes walk from JR Kami-Suwa Station) Business hours Monday to Saturday, public holidays 6:30~14:30 Sunday 6:30~12:00 Phone number 0266-58-0982 #Domestic travel record #Nagano Prefecture #Suwa #Bakery #Mackerel sandwich #Milk bread #100 travel styles

#0yentravelnovember Hello, we are Rebuilding Center Japan (Ribisen). We run a building materials recycling shop in Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture, selling old wood and antique tools. We visit the demolition and cleaning of houses and factories when landlords contact us directly (or bring them to the store) and rescue (take back) items that have lost their place. Based on the handling of antiques, Ribisen is also a trial team that re-enjoys today's society under the philosophy of REBUILD NEW CULTURE. Correctly convey the essential value of agricultural products and non-standard products that no longer meet consumer needs. Update the way homes are passed down. Value and visualize the "mottainai" (wastefulness) that arises in the process of making things. By doing so, we hope to reexamine things that are being thrown away and cultures that are being forgotten, and create a system that will once again enrich someone's life. (From the official website) 3-8 Kowada, Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture, 392-0024 Closed: Wednesdays and Thursdays Opening hours: 11:00-18:00 #Suwa #antiques #LakeSuwa

I went to Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture to see the spectacular view that is said to be one of the scenes in the movie "Your Name." I got off at Kami-Suwa Station and went to Tateishi Park, which overlooks Lake Suwa. It was a 30-minute bus ride and a little less than 30 minutes on foot, so I decided to walk there... but I don't recommend it! lol Anyway, it took about 30 minutes to climb a hill in a residential area. When I arrived at Tateishi Park, the view opened up and I could see Lake Suwa. The big lake spread out as far as the eye could see, and it was a truly spectacular view. If the weather was good, I think I could relax there. The old-fashioned townscape spreads around the nearby Kami-Suwa Station, and it's recommended for a stroll. There are also many sake breweries, so it's a must-see for sake lovers! ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ Tateishi Park 📍 10399 Kamisuwa Tateishicho, Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ #Domestic travel trip #Kamisuwa Station #Tateishi Park #Your Name #Film location tour

We found this restaurant by chance when we were walking around Kami-Suwa Station to have dinner!! When we went in, there were no other customers, so we thought it would be okay, but we were surprised at how delicious everything was when we ate it✨ It was so delicious that it went really well with the red wine🍷　 After that, some people who seemed to be regulars came in, but I think this is a really hidden gem of an Italian restaurant!! It's a restaurant I'll definitely go to again when I'm in the Kami-Suwa Station area👍️ [Name] Kokkola [Location] 1-14-9 Ote, Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture #0 Yen Travel Autumn #Nagano Tourism #Nagano Trip #Domestic Travel

Shuhaku, a hot spring inn located in Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture, combines traditional and modern design. Known for its unique natural scenery and high-quality service, it provides an ideal place for visitors to relax and unwind. The inn is surrounded by the magnificent Lake Suwa, allowing guests to fully appreciate the beauty of nature. Shuhaku offers two different types of hot spring waters: 'Aka no Yu' and 'Shiro no Yu.' Aka no Yu has a tea-colored appearance and is known for its calming and anti-inflammatory properties, making it effective for treating cuts, burns, and chronic skin conditions. Shiro no Yu, on the other hand, is clear and less stimulating, making it suitable for visitors of all ages, especially the elderly and children. The combination of these two types of hot spring waters provides a diverse hot spring experience for guests. 💰 Average Cost: Approximately 27,274 yen per night per person 📍 Address: 3-2-2 Kogandori, Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture. It is about an 8-minute walk from JR Kami-Suwa Station.

Suwa Taisha is a historic shrine located in Suwa, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. The shrine is considered one of the most important shrines in Japanese Shintoism and is a center of faith. Suwa Taisha is made up of four main shrines, called Kamisha, Nakasha, Shimosha, and Geku. These shrines have been worshipped since ancient times and have ancient history and culture. Suwa Taisha is characterized by beautiful architecture and spacious grounds. In particular, Kamisha has the Honmiya, one of the oldest structures in Japan, and Nakasha has the Kamisha Honden and Shimosha Honden, both of which are national treasures. Suwa Taisha is also famous for its annual festivals. The Suwa Taisha Annual Festival is known as one of the three major festivals in Japan and attracts many people. Suwa Taisha is an interesting place both in terms of history and religion. When you visit, you will be able to experience Japan's old traditions and beliefs, and you will have a rich experience. #0 Yen Travel Autumn #Nagano Tourism #Nagano

#japantrip It’s a roadside rest area with a restaurant and restrooms, similar to other typical rest stops. There's ample parking available. The best part is that there's a lake across the road, so you can enjoy a meal while taking in the beautiful view of the sea. There are also shops selling snacks and souvenirs, with prices that are standard for tourist spots—not too expensive.

#FuriTabi Kamisha Maemiya, said to be the birthplace of Suwa faith, is a shrine built on a hill. This is the only place where you can touch all four of the Onbashira. Kamisha Honmiya is a unique Suwa-style shrine with a single worship hall on either side of the main worship hall. Many precious buildings designated as important cultural properties remain. Suwa Taisha is the head shrine of the 25,000 Suwa shrines across the country. Many people know it as the shrine that holds the Onbashira Festival, famous for its tree-falling. Suwa Taisha is divided into Kamisha and Shimosha by Lake Suwa, and each has two shrines, making it a rare shrine. These four Suwa Taisha shrines basically worship the same god, and each has four Onbashira. Although these shrines have many things in common, each has its own unique charm, and the "four shrine tour" that visits the four shrines in order is gaining popularity.

☀︎Kirigamine Plateau ☀︎Cool enough to require long sleeves even in summer ☀︎Easy to get to the summit by gondola ☀︎The gondola is large and can seat 4 people ☀︎You can bring your dog along ☀︎There is a 40-minute hiking trail from the summit ☀︎A magnificent panoramic view of Lake Shirakaba ☀︎Plateau drive on the Venus Line ☀︎You can enjoy waterfalls and mountain climbing at the nearby Tateshina Plateau ☀︎Shirakaba Resort Ikenotaira Family Hotel, recommended for family trips, is also nearby ☀︎📍Location: https://maps.google.com?q=%E3%80%92392-0012%20%E9%95%B7%E9%87%8E%E7%9C%8C%E8%AB%8F%E 8%A8%AA%E5%B8%82%E5%9B%9B%E8%B3%80%20%E9%9C%A7%E3%83%B6%E5%B3%B0 &ftid=0x601c535c5461e1cf:0xcd32a0d16b0f9546&entry=gps&lucs=,9422 6966,94224825,94227247,94227248,47071704,47069508,94218641,94203019,47084304,94208458,94208447&g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy ☀︎Address:〒392-0012 Shiga, Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture #Breathtaking view #Drive #Kurumayama Highlands #Summer photo

Kurasuwa is a stylish cafe It seems to only be found in Nagano and Tokyo. They have a wide variety of bread, from fluffy to hard, and even ones made with matcha or chestnut. There is also a place selling Nagano's specialties, so we enjoyed shopping and eating there. On the second floor, there is a restaurant where you can choose your main dish and enjoy a buffet of vegetables.

We had the experience of making miso at a miso shop near Lake Suwa. Many kinds of miso are sold in the shop, and you can learn about the process of making miso in an old building with a sense of history. In the evening, for a limited time, there were fireworks that were set off for about 10 minutes. (Apparently, they are held every night in the summer.)

📍Address: Kirigamine-7718-8 Shiga, Suwa, Nagano 392-0008 💞Reason for Recommendation: This is a very beautiful place that I love. The Yellow Lily, or Nikkōkisuge (ニッコウキスゲ) in Japanese, blooms all over the mountain, creating a stunning yellow landscape. The visit took place on July 13, 2024. Nearby tourist attraction: Shirakaba Lake (Shirakaba Lake 白樺湖)