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Top›Model course›Attention is rapidly increasing! A course that goes around secret hot springs along with KumanoCity Akagi Castle Ruins and MaruyamaSenmaida

Attention is rapidly increasing! A course that goes around secret hot springs along with KumanoCity Akagi Castle Ruins and MaruyamaSenmaida

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  • HigashiKishu

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  • All seasons

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1 night 2 days

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Attention is rapidly increasing! This course takes you around famous local hot springs in KumanoCity Akagi Castle Ruins and MaruyamaSenmaida. It was built by Todo Takatora, a master TakatoraTodo builder, and the stone walls still exist. Nearby is MaruyamaSenmaida, known for its spectacular views, as well as Yunoguchi Onsen, a secret hot spring used as a spa.

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Akagi Castle Ruins (Akagi Castle Park) and Tahirako Pass Execution Ground Ruins

Akagi Castle is a flat mountain castle built by Todo Takatora, a master TakatoraTodo builder, using a combination of medieval and early modern castle construction methods, and has castle functions that can be considered the embryo of early modern castles. Also, the castle ruins floating in the morning mist are so fantastic that they are said to be castles in the sky. There are many cherry blossoms in the main building, and it is also known as a famous cherry blossom viewing spot.
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MaruyamaSenmaida

MaruyamaSenmaida

In the Maruyama district of KumanoCity, there are many small rice fields called Senmaida. The scenery is spectacular, and it is said to be the best terraced rice field scenery in Japan. There are approximately 1,340 small rice fields stacked on top of each other, so much so that it is said that ``I thought one rice field was missing, but it was hidden under the shade.''

Numerous events are held throughout the year, including rice cultivation experiences, and conservation activities are carried out by local people.
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Iruka Onsen Hotel Soryuso

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A hot spring inn convenient for sightseeing in Kumano Kodo and HigashiKishu. The restaurant, banquet hall, front desk, etc. were renovated in May 2016.

It is said to be the closest inn to Doro-kyoGorge, and has convenient access to MaruyamaSenmaida, Akagi Castle ruins, Kumano Hongu Taisha (Kumano Sanzan), Tamaki Shrine, and rafting. The Kitayama River that can be seen from the open-air bath is a spectacular view that will soothe your daily fatigue.

For meals, we offer Kaiseki cuisine, where you can enjoy regional brand ingredients such as KumanoJidori(TheLocalBrandChicken), Niihime, Beautiful Kumano beef, and Kishu Iwashimizu pork, as well as local seasonal ingredients and local cuisine.
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Iruka Onsen Hotel Soryuso

A base for your Kumano trip. Iruka Onsen Hotel Soryuso, an inn with a trolley and hot springs

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Michi-no-eki“ KihochoUmigamePark”

KihochoUmigamePark

"KihochoUmigamePark" Sea Turtle Fureai Park breeds and researches sea turtles, and you can observe real sea turtles swimming from above the pool and from the underwater window. Also popular are the saltwater fish tank that swims in the Kumano Sea and the touching pool where you can interact with seaside creatures. We also hold events where you can actually touch sea turtles (admission is free).
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Onigajo Center

Onigajo Center

On August 1, 2013, Onigajo Center opened at the entrance to Kumano, a world heritage site. We sell specialty products and souvenirs based on the concept of ``knowing,'' ``feeling,'' and ``tasting'' Kumano. Enjoy dishes made with fresh local ingredients at the restaurant.
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Onigajo (KumanoCity)

Onigajo (KumanoCity)

A natural art created by uplift, weathering, and wave erosion, it is a national scenic spot and natural monument that stretches for 1 km facing the Kumano Sea.

At the top of the mountain, there are castle ruins from the Sengoku period, and there is a hiking course that connects it to Kumano Kodo and Matsumoto Pass. You can see the entire Kumano Sea from the observation deck called Oni-no-Miharashi.

The hiking trail leading to the mountaintop is lined with cherry blossoms, and in spring, four types of cherry blossoms bloom one after another, delighting the eyes of tourists who visit for long periods of time.
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OwaseOsakanaIchibaOTOTO

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Fixed net & direct delivery from Owase fish market! ! Direct sale of fresh seafood at seaside prices!

We are waiting for you with a selection of locally grown seasonal vegetables, wild plants, citrus fruits, and other special products made with care by producers from Owase and HigashiKishu.
There are lots of events every weekend and holidays!

In addition to Pikaichi bento boxes and sushi from local restaurants, Ototo Sushi Stall's special ``local fish sushi platter'' and freshly baked bread from various bakeries will arrive every day of the week!
Ototo's special ``tempura'' is fried in-house! There is also a food and drink corner where you can eat right away after purchasing.
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