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Soba, a specialty of Imajo. Its history is long, with cultivation said to have begun 400 years ago. The best time to see the soba flowers is around late September.

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Mount Fujikura is a relatively low mountain standing at 643.5 meters above sea level, located west of Imajo. There are three hiking trails to Mount Fujikura, each starting from Silla Shrine, Shirahige Shrine, or the Hachijuhachi-kakusho mountain si…

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Founded by the great monk Taichō, this site is said to have flourished greatly from the late Heian period through the Kamakura period. The stone nine-story pagoda, designated a National Important Cultural Property, stands at the foot of the mountai…

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The weeping cherry tree, designated as a municipal natural monument, is famous. During its blooming season, it is illuminated and draws large crowds of visitors. This cherry tree stands 17 meters tall with a trunk circumference of 3 meters. It is s…

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Phoenix Plaza is a multi-purpose facility that provides spaces for deepening cultural exchange and serves as a hub for welfare activities. It features a large hall (seating up to 2,000 people), a small hall (seating up to 500 people), and meeting r…

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Deep within the grounds of Suwa Azuki Shrine, about five minutes up a mountain path, it stands tall as if watching over Ikeda Town. This giant cedar, one of the largest in the Hokuriku region, stands 40 meters tall with a trunk circumference of ove…

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　By brewing tea yourself, you can appreciate the "aroma" of the tea leaves more than when simply drinking it. Tea also contains theanine, a component known for its relaxing effects.　To let you experience these qualities, this experience invites y…

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Rainbow Park Nanjo transforms the riverbed along the Hinokawa River into a recreational zone. It features a full-scale "Mallet Golf Course" (36 holes total) suitable for official tournaments and a "Roller Skating Rink" enjoyable for beginners. Addi…

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This charming small garden was created based on garden design manuals popular during the Kyōhō era (1716–1735). It is an outstanding example of the Momoyama style, where visitors can appreciate the calculated beauty of nature—man-made hills, ponds,…

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The surrounding scenery completely heals the fatigue of mountain climbing. The autumn leaves at Yashaga Pond are passionate yet refreshing.

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Sanbasaka Shimizu is located at the trailhead leading to the location of the Usuzumi cherry tree (a type of Edohigan cherry), said to have been planted by Emperor Keitai. Its water is cold, of excellent quality, and abundant, making it suitable for…

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Shirasaki Park, with its expansive lawns, features a variety of play equipment including a large slide and jungle gym, making it a casual, family-friendly park. After playing energetically under the sun, you can unwind and relax in the hot springs—…

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Upon entering the main hall, a magnificent, lustrous bronze Buddha statue immediately greets visitors. Standing approximately 5.5 meters tall from lotus pedestal to crown, it features a serene countenance. Erected in 1847 (Kōka 4), it was dedicated…

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A shrine dedicated to Honda Tomomasa, lord of Fuchu. Tomomasa was a renowned ruler who devoted himself to rebuilding the war-ravaged town of Fuchu, improving its streets and irrigation systems, and fostering local industries. From a young age, he s…

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Within Wakasa no Sato Park, you'll find a pond designed to evoke the rias coastline of Wakasa Bay, a folk house village that also serves as a rest area, and gazebos. Surrounding these are cultivated areas including plum orchards featuring local spe…

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From the hill with the solitary cherry tree at Zuirinji Temple, you can take in panoramic views of the Sea of Japan, Lake Kuguko (one of the Sanbōgoko lakes), and the fishing village scenery. This location also served as the setting for the film "S…

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A roughly 2-kilometer stretch of cherry trees lining the Minamikawa River embankment along National Route 162. It is named the "Gentle Cherry Tree Avenue."

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The Sacred Kannon Bodhisattva enshrined in Fukujuji Temple's main hall is said to depict the form of the princess from the Hand-Pestle Festival. It has also been claimed that this Kannon Bodhisattva was brought from Tang China.This seated statue st…

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Enjoy catching fish by hand, fishing, and barbecuing with family and friends. Even beginners can easily catch fish, which you can grill over charcoal right there. Forget your daily routine and relax under the clear sky, surrounded by fresh greenery…

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Founded in 1376, its founding priest was Nikyo. Damaged by war during the Genki era, it received temple grounds from Lord Otani of Tsuruga Castle in 1590 and relocated from Hosen-cho to Kamijima-dera-cho.　This temple was one of three where the Mit…

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