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Kasamatsu Park

Kasamatsu Park is one of the two overlooks perfect for viewing Amanohashidate, one of Japan's Three Scenic Views. The park is located halfway between Motoise Kono Shrine and Nariai-ji Temple, and is accessible via chairlift or cable car.

At Kasamatsu Park, there is a gift shop, Ama Terrace Restaurant with excellent views of the Amanohashidate land bridge, as well as photo spots and places to view the land bridge upside down (by looking between your legs). This inverted view is famous and meant to look like a green dragon flying through the sky. From the park, visitors can also catch the mountain bus that runs between Kasamatsu Park and Nariai-ji Temple (one of the 33 temples on Japan's western pilgrimage route).

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Goro Sky Tower

Mt. Goro-dake is situated between Higashi Maizuru and Nishi Maizuru. A panorama of the deeply indented shoreline and scattered islands—part of the beauty of Maizuru Bay, which has been chosen as the most scenic spot in the Kinki area—can be enjoyed from the observation tower at a height of 301.2 meters. There is an adjoining café where coffee, tea and a light meal can be enjoyed.

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Amanohashidate

Amanohashidate is one of the “Three Most Famous Views in Japan.” The Amanohashidate sandbar is a natural land bridge described in legend as having been created by the deity Izanagi-no-mikoto as a path from the heavens to visit the deity Izanami-no-mikoto. Amanohashidate is a natural work of art created by the Sea of Japan and the Noda River, flowing from its source on Mt. Oe. The mysterious beauty, the white sands and green pine trees present a truly superb view. Some 8,000 pine trees grow in the sand along the roughly 3.6-kilometer bridge.

The shrine Hashidate Myojin (Amanohashidate-jinja Shrine), a famous freshwater well called Isoshimizu, and a road bridge that swings 90 degrees to allow ferries and barges to pass are among its additional points of interest. Visitors can walk or cycle from one end of Amanohashidate to the other. There are benches and rest areas along the way.

Amanohashidate is included in many “Best 100” lists: 100 Famous Pine Trees of Japan, 100 White Sand and Green Pine Sites of Japan, 100 Roads of Japan, 100 Beaches of Japan, 100 Famous Waters, 100 Historic Parks of Japan, 100 Beautiful Historic Landscapes of Japan, and 100 Geological Features of Japan.

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Ine Boathouses (Funaya)

Ine is a quaint seaside village in the "Kyoto by the Sea" area, situated in northern Kyoto Prefecture. This charming village hugs the coastline of the Sea of Japan and is famous for its unique wooden boathouses, known as "funaya." These boathouses are a hallmark of Ine, celebrated for their distinct architecture and historical importance. This design blends practicality with beauty, showcasing the seamless integration of human life with nature. The boathouses of Ine are a designated Group of Historic Buildings, a category under Japan's Historic Preservation Act, further highlighting their cultural importance.

The funaya of Ine date back to the Edo period (1603 to 1868). Each boathouse has two levels: the lower floor is used to store fishing boats and gear, with the floor almost flush with the waterline, giving the impression that the houses are floating. This tranquil setting has made Ine a popular backdrop for television shows and films, capturing the essence of traditional Japanese coastal life.

Many of the boathouses have been transformed into cozy cafes, restaurants, and inns. For a deeper experience, visitors can even spend the night in one of these charming converted inns. To get a different view, you can take a guided tour, such as the Ine Bay Cruise or a ride on a water taxi, allowing you to see the boathouses from the water.

While exploring, it's also worth taking a cycling tour to learn about Ine’s rich past, or heading up to the roadside station perched above the village for a stunning aerial view of the boathouses. Remember, many funaya are still private homes, so it's important to be respectful of the locals as you wander through the village.

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Mt. Oe

The Oeyama mountain range is known throughout Japan for its monster-slaying legends, and it is also a vast and rich natural environment. There is something fun to do in each season, including hiking with a view of fresh spring greenery or autumn leaves, and skiing in the winter. Because these are the stomping grounds of Japan's greatest "oni," or demon, Shuten Doji, the entrances to Mt. Oe hiking trails have numerous relics related to monsters.

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Tango Kingdom “Shoku-no-Miyako”

Tango Ajiwai-no-Sato reopened on April 19, 2015, as Michi-no-Eki Tango Kingdom “Shoku-no-Miyako.” It is one of the largest Michi-no-Eki (roadside station, a municipal rest area that sells local produce, souvenirs, etc.) in Western Japan. Shoku-no-Miyako offers restaurants that feature ingredients produced in the Tango region as well as shops that sell a wide variety of food, such as handmade sausages. It also serves as a farmer’s market for locally grown vegetables.
Shoku-no-Miyako is also a vacation destination with facilities that include a hotel, opportunities to come into contact with farm animals and illuminations that light up the scenery at night with 1,000,000 lights —one of the biggest light displays in northern Kyoto and Hyogo prefectures.
Different events are held according to the season, providing enjoyment for both children and adults alike. Enjoy the facilities as a new face of Kyoto’s Tango region that offers guests opportunities to experience many different aspects of the area, from history to the food culture.

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Hamazume Yuhigaura Beach

Located in Kyoto Prefecture's Kyotango City, Hamazume Yuhigaura Beach is a long beach stretching 8 km from Shotenkyo Kazuranohama Beach.
The beach is one of Japan's 100 Locations with White Sand and Pine Trees, and has fine white sand that stretches for miles, with beautiful, shallow and very transparent water flowing alongside.
The name "Yuhigaura" means "sunset bay" in Japanese, and as the name would suggest, it is a perfect location for watching the sunset, with benches provided on Sunset Street (Yuhi-no-Michi) along the beach to relax.
Also, since the spring of 2017, a beachside swing called "Yurari" ("swaying" in English) made from driftwood has been built on the beach every summer. It has become famous in recent years through its popularity on social media.

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Amanohashidate Winery

This local Tango winery produces Tango wine, from grapes grown and picked in the vineyard on site. Using the latest German machinery, the winery employs its production technology using German know-how in every aspect of the winemaking process, from preparation to storage.
At the restaurant on the second floor, you can eat dishes made from locally-produced ingredients while enjoying some the winery's own wine.
Wine production facilities: Juice extraction, fermentation and bottling facilities.
Types of wine: White, rosé, red
Visitors Area: See the wine production process, refreshment corner, shop, art gallery.

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Hatchohama Beach

Hatchohama Beach is located in Amino-cho, Kyotango City. It is a shallow and beautiful beach with crystal clear waters.
The white sand of the beach stretches out like an island resort, and it is also a popular surfing spot.
There are also some rocky areas which are perfect for collecting seashells or discovering small wildlife. At Hatchohama Seaside Park, you'll also find a playground, so there are many places for children to enjoy.
The name Hatchohama comes from the traditional measurement used in Japan called "cho." As the name suggests, the length of the beach measures approximately 8 "cho" roughly equivalent to 872 m. A spacious beach perfect for relaxing and taking it easy.

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Kurotani Washi

You will find Kurotani Washi paper factory in a small riverside village set against a backdrop of forest. 800 years ago, when a rogue samurai fled to the area, he found the forests here were filled with mulberry trees and started making paper by hand. This ancient art is still practiced in the same location in Kurotani even to to this day.
Tour the village and workshops where paper is still being made slowly and carefully, all by hand. Try making washi paper yourself in a small workshop led by one of Kurotani's artisans.

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Shotenkyo Kazuranohama Beach

Shotenkyo Kazuranohama Beach is located in Kumihama-cho, Kyotango City. It is one of the longest beaches in the Kansai region, stretching 8 km from here to Hamazume Yuhigaura Beach.
The shallow waters are perfect for children to play in and enjoy.
The clean, transparent water and the white sandy beach dotted with pine trees makes for a beautiful sight. This beach is also ranked as Japan's 88th best beach.

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Ayabe Gunze Square

Ayabe Gunze Square consists of three facilities, Ayabe Specialty Store, Gunze Museums, and Ayabe Rose Garden. People who visit Ayabe's Gunze Square will have plenty to do, from touring the flower garden, to visiting the museums dedicated to Ayabe's role in Japanese history. There is also a specialty goods shop selling Ayabe products, as well as an area to get tourist information and a café. The square is expansive and a great place to relax. It is also within walking distance to a lot of Ayabe's downtown sites, including the train station.