Explore the Town that Once Flourished Through the Mines sightseeing Course
2 Day Trip
Explore the Town that Once Flourished Through the Mines Sightseeing Course
Besides Innai-ginzan Ijinkan where you can know more about the Yuzawa that flourished through its silver mines, also travel to Higashinaruse Village and Kurihara while sightseeing.
Rent a car
About 30 minutes by car from Yuzawa Station
Innai-ginzan Ijinkan
Once known as the biggest silver mine in the orient, different documents and mining equiments, the model of the mining town are exhibited. It is located in JR Innai Station.■MAP CODE:212 155 572*60
Approx.45minutes
Kawarage Jigoku
A sacred mountain whose history started in 807. A temple named Reitsuzan Zentoji temple was built there as a palce of worship, and it is said that including hells such as Blood Pond Hell (Chinoikejigoku), Spike Hell (Hariyamajigoku), 136 hells and heavens could be found in this very mountain. Do try it out on-site!It is recommended that you head to the Kawarage Jigoku Parking Lot via Doroyu Onsen.■MAP CODE:813 567 537*11
Approx.35minutes
Sato Yosuke Shoten Flagship Store
Found in 1860, Sato Yosuke Shoten continues to use their original technique of udon making that has been passed down for over 150 years. You can taste the moderate texture and flavor on your tastebuds.■MAP CODE:212 385 429*22
- address
- Inaniwa 80, Inaniwa-cho, Yuzawa-shi, Akita
- business hours
- Meals: 11:00~17:00
Approx.15minutes
Ogachi-gun Capitol Memorial Museum
Ogachi-gun Capitol Memorial Museum is designated as a tangible cultural property of Akita. After being completed in 1892 the historic building was used as the Ogachi-gun government office, and after that in various forms. It is worth for its design of a western government building from the Meiji period.■MAP CODE:212 584 378*88
- address
- Kitaara-machi 2-20, Yuzawa-shi, Akita
- business hours
- 8:30~17:00
Visits to the museum itself and regular exhibitions are free. (might be charged depending on the event and special exhibitions)
Approx.10minutes
Yamamo Miso and Soy Sauce Brewing Company
Yamamo Miso and Soy Sauce Brewing Company was founded in 1867. Their FACTORYTOUR is famous amongst foreign tourists, as it offers visits to their traditional miso and soy sauce factory, the water god's stroll garden and art, and many more. Need to be reserve in advance.■MAP CODE:212 736 350*00
- address
- Fudosawa, Tagonai, Higashinaruse-mura, Ogachi-gun, Akita
- business hours
- 10:00~16:00
Approx.20minutes
Fudo Falls Hotarunosato Park
On the way heading towards Mt. Kurikoma from the city area of Yuzawa, it is a place to stop by easily for a break, and also a beautiful park to enjoy the beauty of nature. In the depths of the park, there is a waterfall where "Sennin training" - meditation by sitting under a waterfall can be carried out.■MAP CODE:656 662 347*44
- address
- (within Kurikoma Quasi-national Park)Tsubakigawa, Higashinaruse-mura,Ogachi-gun, Akita
Approx.55minutes
Kurikoma-sanso
The open-air bath at night is highly recommended - a huge panoramic view of Sukawa-kogen from an open-air bath while enjoying a sky full of stars!■MAP CODE:573 827 225*44
- address
- (within Kurikoma Quasi-national Park)Tsubakigawa, Higashinaruse-mura,Ogachi-gun, Akita
Approx.45minutes
Sendai Han Hanayama Village Trace of Nuruyu Bansho
"Bansho" means "checkpoint" in the olden days, which is also a government office for important roads, borders, and to check travellers going in and out, and also goods. About 165 years ago it is rebuilt as a government housing for officials with a temple styled gate.■MAP CODE:573 408 083*55
- address
- Honsawanuruyu 12-1, Kurihara-shi, Miyagi
- business hours
- Closed from April 1st to end of November
9:00~16:30
Approx.5minutes
Azabu Gorge
This gorge is located at about 1.6 km away if you go up stream of Ichihasama River, and formed from the eroded rocks and waterfalls of all sizes. It is also a secret spot for photos during spring time and autumn.■MAP CODE:573 290 289*17
Approx.10minutes
Roadside Station - Rotari Hanayama
This roadside station has its trademark of an old traditional Japanese house. Besides the locally grown produce on sale, you can also try out their natural potatoes, Iwana and other local products.■MAP CODE:573 146 892*33
- address
- Honsawakitanomae 112-1, Hanayama, Kurihara-shi, Miyagi
- business hours
- Opening hours 9:30~18:00
【opening hours are shortened in the winter season】
Approx.15minutes
Hosokura Mine Park
Hosokuramain Park is a theme park that was actually the remains of the Hosokura Mines. You can experience the 1200 year old tunnels and learn the history of the mines, and also have fun on a 555 metre long slider park surrounded by nature outdoors!■MAP CODE:319 183 734*71
- address
- Nangoyanagisawa 2-3, Uguisuzawa, Kurihara-shi, Miyagi
- business hours
- Opening hours【March 1st~November 30th】
9:30~17:00
【 December 1st~end of February】
9:30~16:00
Closed on Tuesdays
About 30 minutes by car to Kurikoma-kogen Station
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