Chichibu District Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Hodosan Shrine Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Hodosan Shrine in Chichibu
Address 📍: 1828 Nagatoro, Chichibu District, Saitama 369-1305, Japan
Nearest train station 🚉: Nagatoro Station on the Chichibu Main Line (blue line)
Tourist spots nearby 👀:
🪴 Hodosan garden (the cherry blossom)
🪨 Iwadatami (for the various geographical formations/sedimentary rocks)
⛲️ Lunar Stone Maple Park
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The Hodosan Shrine
#cherryblossom2024
Our trip to Japan was absolutely amazing, especially when we wandered around the lively city and visited Hodosan Shrine. The blooming spring scenery was breathtaking, and the peaceful views were simply awe-inspiring, giving us memories we'll cherish forever.
Renowned for its exquisite sculptures, this sacred shrine was bestowed with the prestigious one-star accolade in the esteemed 2011 Michelin Green Guide Japan. Revered for its divine presence, the shrine's deities stand as guardians, offering solace and protection to those seeking refuge from the wrath of nature's fury. With an unwavering commitment to safeguarding humanity from the perils of natural disasters, this hallowed sanctuary stands as a testament to the enduring power of faith and the indomitable spirit of the Japanese people.
The indulgent luxury and captivating beauty of this retreat have carved a vivid memory in the depths of my recollection. The immense satisfaction of revisiting and immersing myself in every enchanting minute within this unique sanctuary is unmatched by any other experience.#familytrip
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Nagatoro Iwadatami Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Less touristy japan
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#saitama
This is nagatoro Iwadatani located in Nagatoro, Saitama prefecture. It is only a few minutes walk away from Nagatoro station. It makes a perfect day trip from Tokyo, takes about 2 hours from Tokyo station. I was lucky enough to have a Japanese friend to help me book a special Charcoal operated train to nagatoro. That was another experience. The Iwadani are layered rocks that represent Nagatoro in Chichibu, Saitama Prefecture. The currents of the Arakawa River eroded crystalline schists in the area, creating a fault valley and rock terraces. It’s a really beautiful place to visit
Wonder rocks 🪨 in western Japan
Name📝: Iwadatami (meaning “piling rocks”) in Nagatoro
Location 📍: Nagatoro, Chichibu District, Saitama 369-1300, Japan
Famous for 🤓: its naturally formed sedimentary rocks piling over each other and the comfortable walk along the river bank
Recommended time to spend here 🕰️: if you would like to walk along the whole river bank to see the rocks, 30 minutes. After 30 minutes you will reach a park that is very pleasant and famous for its red leaves in autumn 🍂
Tourist spots nearby 🗺️:
Hodosan 🏔️ famous for the flower blooms (15 minute walk to the cable car station- 2 more minutes on the cable car to arrive at the peak). You may also walk up which takes 2 hours. It’s a pleasant hike and you will walk into many friendly local hikers. 👋
Hodasan shrine ⛩️ (15 minute walk)
Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Nagatoro's small red leaf park
Initially, it was the red leaf information for An'nei that was seen, knowing this point near Tokyo.
So I took the Ginza line to the Chichibu line to Nagatoro early in the morning at 5 o'clock,
The rain was quite heavy in the morning,
Small village,
The mist is floating in the distant mountains.
After a short walk, I saw 2-3 people.
The very small entrance by the stream is called Tsuki no Ishi Red Leaf Park,
Because it's too early, there is a kind of charge of 300 yen for lighting after 16 o'clock.
Because I was too early, I just went in
After entering, I found that not all of them turned red,
Fortunately, I came across a few red leaves near the ground,
So I took a picture and ran away contentedly.
Ah, it's really sleepy too early.
PS: When I got off at Kumagaya Station and ate bread, I looked up at the station and happened to meet a smiling face. Hehe
Nagatoro River White Water Rafting Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Nagatoro Fall Foliage
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Just a few stations away from Chichibu is Nagatoro, a very pretty and scenic tourist attraction. Autumn fall foliage at Nagatoro along the Arakawa river is stunning and colourful.
To enjoy the picturesque view, you may also wish to take the river cruise ride along the river. There are three different courses, with 2 short courses and the last trip being just a combination of the first 2 courses combined to 1 full long cruise. There will be 2 of the captains to help operate the boat once every one is on board the boat.
To get to the Arakawa river section where the boat is, you will have to walk around 20 minutes from the Nagatoro station (under Chichibu line).
Mt. Hodosan Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Mountain of flowers and peace
Name: Mountain Hodosan 保登山
Nearest station 🚉: Nagatoro 長瀞
Address 📍: 33VR+7M Nagatoro, Prefectura de Saitama, Japan
Famous for ✨:
🌸its flower bloom in February
🥾 its hiking trail
🏔️ the beautiful view up on mountain
🏕️ camping on the mountain
Tourist spots nearby 👀:
⛩️ Hodosan Shrine (at the bottom of the mountain)
🪨 Nagatoro Iwadatami (the piling rocks next to the Nagatoro train station) - 10 minute shuttle bus from the mountain or 15 minute walk from the bottom of the mountain
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