2026 Kami Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in July)

Ranked No.1 in the 2025 My Crab Rankings. If you want to truly savor Matsuba Crab in Kasumi, Hyogo Prefecture, head to Minshuku Choshirou for an authentic experience. ✔︎ Uses tagged Matsuba Crab ✔︎ Generous portions ✔︎ Many repeat customers 🦀 Minshuku Choshirou Location: 788 Kasumi, Kasumi-ku, Kami-cho, Mikata-gun, Hyogo Prefecture Access: About 6 minutes on foot from JR Kasumi Station Average budget: Day trip Matsuba Crab lunch 22,000 yen · If you're worried about snowy roads, public transportation is recommended over rental cars. 💡Important Notes · Matsuba Crab is available only from November to March. · Fishing may be canceled due to bad weather. · Reservations are required. Visit Date: Winter 2025 🚩Route Osaka → (Limited Express Konotori) → Kinosaki Onsen → Local Train → Kasumi · From Himeji, Limited Express Hamakaze is convenient. 🏖️ Scenic Spots · Sunset at Kasumi Port · Winter waves of the Sea of Japan · Crab full-course dining table 🚗 Recommended Nearby Tourist Spots (Top 3) 🌊 Kasumi Coast A coastline with stunning views of the Sea of Japan. ▶ Travel: About 10 minutes by car from the inn ▶ Transportation: Car or taxi ♨️ Kinosaki Onsen A hot spring town famous for its enjoyable public bath hopping. ▶ Travel: About 30 minutes by JR ▶ Transportation: Kasumi Station → Kinosaki Onsen Station 🌅 Amarube Iron Bridge A scenic spot featuring the sea and trains. ▶ Travel: About 20 minutes by car ▶ Transportation: Car recommended.

From the seaside road from Kasumi Fishing Port to Kinosaki Onsen, you can see a spectacular view at every curve. I always stop in the parking lot to look at the view, so I don't go any further (lol). The sea is endlessly transparent and a deep blue. It's so clear that you think you can see the fish swimming from the top of the cliff. How to get there: Car or motorcycle Tourist attractions: Kasumi Fishing Port, Kinosaki Onsen Dining & Restaurants: Kasumi Fishing Port Shopping: Kasumi Fishing Port, Kinosaki Onsen #Kasumi #Kinosaki Onsen

When you think of Kasumi in Hyogo Prefecture, you think of crab. Not only Matsuba crab (snow crab) but also Kasumi crab (red snow crab) is famous. Facility name: Nishitomo Crab Market (Nihonkai Foods Co., Ltd.) Address: 1452 Kasumi, Kasumi-ku, Kami-cho, Mikata-gun, Hyogo Prefecture Access: Approximately 8 minutes on foot from JR Kasumi Station Opening hours: 08:30-16:00 Holidays: Tuesdays The Nishitomo Crab Market is a recommended market to stop by when sightseeing, as it offers fresh fish other than crab, mysterious fish, fish-related souvenirs, and restaurants where you can taste seafood. Crab tastings were also generously offered. There are a wide variety of tagged crabs in various sizes, so you'll end up buying them. When you think of crab, you think of Kasumi. I recommend it ☺️ Visited: Late March 2023 #Domestic travel #Hyogo Prefecture #Kasumi #Gourmet #Hyogo Prefecture #Shopping #Market #Crab #Nishitomo Crab Market

· This hotel allows you to enjoy the winter delicacy of crab. There are various meal plans, with prices varying accordingly. · There are several rooms available where you can stay with your pet. You can't dine with your pet, but being able to stay with your pet is a very nice perk. Considering the price for staying together, it may be good value for money. · We had the Matsuba crab kaiseki course meal, which used plenty of Matsuba crab! I was very satisfied and full. We ate in the restaurant. [Accommodation] Yuunagi no Oka (formerly Family Inn Imakoura) Room type: Japanese-style room with toilet Meal type: 1 night, 2 meals included Check-in/check-out: 15:00/10:00 Budget per person: From 31,000 yen (2 people per room) (If using Matsuba crab kaiseki) · Pet regulations apply Access: 548 Sakai, Kasumi-ku, Kami-cho, Mikata-gun, Hyogo Prefecture ☆Information as of November 2022. Rating (out of 5): ★★★★★ #Photogenic hotel #Breaking view hotel #Accommodation review #Hotel where you can stay with pets #Kasumi #Hyogo Prefecture #Accommodation review

Frog Island 🐸 This strange rock formation at Imakoura Beach looks like a frog at first glance. It's a truly beautiful frog shape, so it's definitely worth a look. You can walk right up to Frog Island. It's interesting that something like this could have formed naturally over a long period of time. #BreathtakingView

"Fureai Onsen Ojiron" in Kami-cho, Hyogo Prefecture✨ Admission is ¥500 for adults. How to bathe in the onsen First, wash your body thoroughly in the washing area. · Tie up long hair with a rubber band or something. · Do not put towels in the bathtub · Do not run, shout, or swim Come and experience Japan's onsen culture✨✨ #Dotonbori #Onsen #Onsen tour

Located in Kami-cho, Hyogo Prefecture, close to Ojiro Ski Resort, there is a hotel called "Sora no Mori Hotel" where you can relax under the starry sky and enjoy the Ojiro hot springs✨ At night, there is a star observation event hosted by a star sommelier, and you can observe planets and stars with a telescope. There are also glamping tents and an RV park🎶✨🎶 Enjoy the hot springs and the starry sky😊 #Hyogo #Hot springs #Hot spring trip #Gourmet trip #Gourmet #Couple trip

#Gourmet A guesthouse on Yasugi Coast that only accepts four groups per day. The grilled shellfish is exquisite, and once you try it, you'll be hooked. I visit here once or twice a year. #Gourmet

Located next to the Tottori Sand Dunes, within the San'in Kaigan National Park, and directly in front of the Iwato Coast, the multi-functional outdoor facility "IWADO BASE" has won the 2025 Good Design Award! Not only can you experience water activities like SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding), but you can also enjoy no-equipment camping, BBQ, and a barrel sauna with an underground chilled water pool, truly enjoying outdoor fun. ☕ There is a sea-view café and bar on the second floor. 🌱 Starting in June 2026, healthy vegetarian meals will be added. 🏄 Surfing lessons will be available starting in April. 🌅 Weekend-only breakfast is currently available. 🏕️ Luxury Camping (No Equipment Required) 🥩 Enjoy a BBQ with Wagyu beef, venison, and fresh vegetables 🧖 Barrel sauna + underground cold water pool 🏄 SUP Sea Experience ☕ Seaview Cafe & Bar 🌊 Sunset over the Sea of ​​Japan ⭐ Starry Sky ✨ No Equipment Required Camping From 6,600 yen (2 people) = approx. NT$1,386 / HK$359 ✨ Handmade BBQ 5,500 yen per person (4 or more people) = approx. NT$1,155 / HK$299 ✨ Starry Sky Set 1,500 yen = approx. NT$315 / HK$82 ✨ Barrel Sauna From 4,400 yen = approx. NT$924 / HK$239 ✨ Shower Adults 500 yen = approx. NT$105 / HK$27 ✨SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboarding) Experience 2 hours rental: 3,500 yen = approx. NT$735 / HK$190 ✨SUP Guided Tour 8,050 yen = approx. NT$1,691 / HK$437 ✨Jet Ski 3 hours: 42,600 yen = approx. NT$8,946 / HK$2,314 ✨Banana Boat 3 hours: 5,500 yen = approx. NT$1,155 / HK$299 (must be combined with jet ski rental) Accommodation Name: IWADO BASE Accommodation Address: 367 Hosokawa, Fukube-cho, Tottori City 🚗 Approx. 5-minute drive from Tottori Sand Dunes

Located in Hyogo Prefecture, Takeno Coast is famous for its fine white-sand beaches, crystal-clear blue waters, and the Nekozaki Peninsula, and it has been selected as one of Japan’s Top 100 Coastlines. With its diverse coastal landscape, this area is part of a geopark and offers outdoor activities such as sea kayaking and snorkeling. In spring, it also becomes a hidden cherry blossom spot, making it a popular destination that combines stunning natural scenery with immersive nature experiences. ▪️Highlights of Takeno Coast and San’in Kaigan National Park: 🔸Takeno Coast: Home to breathtaking white-sand beaches, it is a popular swimming destination in summer and is also known for its dramatic wave-eroded rock formations. 🔸Nekozaki Peninsula: A small hill at the northernmost tip of Hyogo Prefecture, shaped like a cat. Visitors can stroll to Nekozaki Lighthouse and enjoy the charming scenery. 🔸San’in Kaigan Geopark: This national park stretches across Tottori, Hyogo, and Kyoto, featuring 75 kilometers of diverse coastal terrain, including caves, reefs, and Japan’s largest sand dunes. It is often called a “museum of coastal landforms.” 🔸Activities and experiences: This is an ideal summer getaway where travelers can enjoy sea kayaking to explore unusual rock formations and sea caves while taking in the natural beauty. 🔸Location: Takeno-cho, Toyooka City, Hyogo Prefecture.

Okukinosaki Seaside Hotel is a traditional Japanese inn located on Takeno Beach in Toyooka City, Hyogo Prefecture. Situated within the San'in Kaigan National Park, the hotel is renowned for its stunning views of the Sea of Japan and its fresh seafood cuisine. ▪️ Hotel Highlights and Amenities 🔸 All Rooms with Ocean Views: Every guest room in the hotel faces the Sea of Japan, allowing visitors to enjoy the white sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters of Takeno Beach directly from their rooms. 🔸 Natural Hot Springs (Nagisa Onsen): The hotel offers indoor and outdoor mineral hot spring baths, where guests can soak while listening to the soothing sound of ocean waves. 🔸 Seasonal Cuisine: Dinner features creative kaiseki dishes made with seasonal ingredients, especially fresh seafood delivered directly from the nearby Takeno Fishing Port. In winter, the hotel is famous for its crab feasts. 🔸 Leisure Activities: Located near Takeno Beach, one of Japan's top 100 beaches, the area is perfect for snorkeling, canoeing, and swimming during the summer. ▪️ Transportation Information The hotel is situated in the Takeno area. Despite its name including "Kinosaki," it is not located in the bustling center of Kinosaki Onsen town (approximately 9 kilometers away, about a 20-minute drive). ▪️ Nearby Attractions: 🔸 Takeno Beach: Just a 1-minute drive or a few minutes' walk away. 🔸 Kinosaki Onsen: Only one stop away via JR train (about 9 minutes) to Kinosaki Onsen Station. 🔸 Kinosaki Marine World: Approximately a 10-minute drive.

Amarube Bridge Sky Station, located in Kami Town, Hyogo Prefecture, is an observation spot repurposed from a former Japanese National Railways railway bridge. Once known as "the greatest railway bridge in the Orient," a portion of the Amarube Bridge remains, and it's now a popular tourist destination where you can enjoy spectacular views that seem to float in the sky. From the observation deck, located approximately 40 meters above ground, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Sea of ​​Japan and the mountains, giving you the feeling of being able to walk above the sky! The view is particularly impressive in the evening, and the moment when the sky and sea are dyed orange is truly photogenic. If you're lucky, you might even be able to see the impressive sight of an active San'in Main Line train passing right next to you. Itinerary Day 1: Visit the Amarube Railway Bridge "Sky Station" → Stroll along the observation deck → Shop for souvenirs at Amarube Roadside Station 🍴 Nearby Food Spots ・Amarube Roadside Station Restaurant with a View: Enjoy lunch with Kasumi crab or Tajima beef ・Kasumi Port Area: Popular for its fresh seafood bowls 📌 Useful Information Address: 1723-4 Amarube, Kasumi-ku, Kami-cho, Mikata-gun, Hyogo Prefecture 669-6671 Access: A short walk from JR Amarube Station Hours: Open all day (illumination is from sunset to 10:00 PM) Admission Fee: Free Parking: Available (free, parking available at Amarube Roadside Station) Experience the skywalk, enveloped in the breeze, while immersing yourself in the "memories of the railway bridge" that connects the sky and sea. Grab your camera and enjoy a journey through the sky! #Amarube Bridge #Sky Station #Hyogo Tourism #Scenic Spot #Skywalk #Kami Town #Japan Sea View #Photogenic #Railway Heritage #Zero Yen Trip 2025 Autumn

June marks the season of blooming hydrangeas. Here are four selected spots in Ishikawa Prefecture to enjoy these beautiful flowers 💐💐 💐 Kurikara Fudoji Temple From mid-June to mid-July, the temple grounds are adorned with various types of hydrangeas. The most popular photo spot is the "Flower Handwashing Basin," which is decorated with seasonal flowers throughout the year 😍💐. The temple also offers exquisite hydrangea-themed desserts 🤗. Phoenix Hall Address: Ku 128, Takehashi, Tsubata Town, Kahoku District, Ishikawa Prefecture Transportation: About 15 minutes by taxi from Tsubata Station to Phoenix Hall, and about 20 minutes to the main hall at the mountain top. 💐 Honkoji Temple Located in Kanazawa City, this temple is renowned as the "Hydrangea Temple." Around 3,000 hydrangea plants bloom within the temple grounds and surrounding areas every June. The colorful flowers beautifully decorate the path leading to the temple and the nearby rice fields, creating a stunning view 😍. Address: Ro 75, Yakushimachi, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture Transportation: About 6–7 minutes by taxi from JR Morimoto Station. 💐 Utatsuyama Park Situated on the eastern side of Kanazawa City, this is the closest natural park to the city. The Iris Garden features approximately 2,900 hydrangea plants, while the Overlook Hill boasts 3,000 plants! The vibrant hydrangeas add a splash of color and vitality to the gloomy rainy season ☂💐. Address: Higashimikagemachi, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture Transportation: Take the bus heading to "Utatsuyama Senjukaku" from Kanazawa Station (East Exit), get off at "Toyokuni Shrine-mae" stop, and walk for 2 minutes. 💐 Daijoji Hill Park Located on a hill, this park offers panoramic views of Kanazawa City and the Sea of Japan. The hydrangea garden features 43 varieties and approximately 6,400 hydrangea plants! The blooming season from mid-June to mid-July is truly spectacular 🤩. Address: Nagasakamachi/Yamanakamachi area, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture Transportation: Get off at "Enkoji" bus stop on the Hokuriku Railway Line and walk for about 15 minutes.

A soba noodle restaurant located right next to Izushi Castle A course to eat in Kasumi and stop by on your way home Try to see how many plates you can eat!! ⛺️Climbing the castle 📍Location: 13 Yagicho, Izushi-cho, Toyooka City, Hyogo Prefecture ⛺️Amarube Bridge, Amarube Crystal Tower, Sky Station Amarube When you arrive at the station, you will be greeted by a spectacular view of the Sea of ​​Japan Three of the bridge piers of the old Amarube Bridge are preserved on the station side, and as the Amarube Bridge "Sky Station" observation facility, you can enjoy the floating feeling 40m above the ground and the beautiful view of the Sea of ​​Japan. You can also buy souvenirs at the roadside station! #Spring0yentrip #Kasumitourism #Izushitourism #Izushisoba #Domestictravel #Hyogotourism

It was great to experience skiing here!👍

#0yentripnovember This is a ski resort in the northern part of Hyogo Prefecture! It is connected to the neighboring Hachikogen Ski Resort at the top, so we recommend purchasing a joint lift ticket on days when it is possible to go back and forth! There are hot spring inns at the base of the mountain, so you can quickly return from the ski resort and relax! The dinner at "Ryokan Nakaya" was a hot hot pot and was very delicious! It is about 2.5 hours by car from Osaka, so please go and check it out! ! 📍 580-1 Ozasa, Muraoka-ku, Kami-cho, Mikata-gun, Hyogo Prefecture 🕰️ 8:30-17:00

Amarube Station is located just beyond the 41.5m-high Amarube Bridge. From the platform, you can see the Sea of ​​Japan. You can reach the platform by taking a glass-walled elevator. It is an unmanned station with trains running once every 1-2 hours, so it is not a large station, but it is also a tourist spot as a "sky station" because of the spectacular view. The old tracks are still intact, so you can walk on them. Station name: JR Amarube Station Access: About 1 hour by local train from Toyooka Station #Amarube Station #Kinki Tourism #Sky Station #Kami Town

This is a JR Sanin Main Line station located in Kasumi-cho, Mikata-gun, Hyogo Prefecture. After visiting the Amarube Bridge, I took the opportunity to take a ride one stop to Yoroi Station. The return train often comes in a short time, making it ideal for sightseeing in the area. Cross the Amarube Bridge, enjoy the scenery, and go through the tunnel, and you'll arrive in just about 3 minutes. From the station platform, you can see the beautiful Sea of ​​Japan, and there are carp streamers because it's Boys' Festival! I was captivated by the wonderful scenery. The return train to Amarube Station came in about 15 minutes, so it was a short time, but I enjoyed it. #Amarube #Amarube Bridge #Kasumi Town #Kasumi Tourism

"Yatagawa Roadside Station" This nostalgic space gently embraces visitors. 933-1 Hara, Muraoka-ku, Kami-cho, Mikata-gun, Hyogo Prefecture, 667-1362 #sweetfish #roadsidestation #sweetfish #sweetfishdishes

[Accommodation] Minshuku Ryokan Choshiro [Location] 788 Kasumi, Kasumi-ku, Kami-cho, Mikata-gun, Hyogo [Access] About 5 minutes walk from JR Sanin Main Line "Kasumi Station" [Parking] Available (free) [Wi-Fi] Available (free) [Reference budget] Current price (16,500 yen/person) [Visit date] Mid-March 2023 In Kasumi, Hyogo Prefecture, you can enjoy the winter gourmet Matsuba crab from the Sea of ​​Japan at minshuku, inns, restaurants, etc. Among them, Minshuku Choshiro is by far the most recommended. You won't feel thirsty even after eating and returning home. The menu is also stylish, so you will definitely be satisfied no matter what you eat. Crab dishes come out one after another. I'm so full I can't eat it all, so I make rice balls of crab rice and other things I can take home and have them for dinner. This is a recommended minshuku that I really want you to try. #Hyogo Tourism #777 #Kasumi #Matsuba Crab #Crab #Gourmet #B&B #Gourmet Food #Gourmet Travel #Hyogo Prefecture #Hyogo Tourism #Hyogo Travel #Hyogo Gourmet

I stay at least a week at a time when I come to Japan Up to 2 counties each time Can itinerary than relaxed will not wander off Discover places not featured on book sites This time we came to Hyogo Prefecture Must try Hyogo's most famous but horse cow When I searched for locals introduced to the Tajima Cow Restaurant within the Tajima Plateau Botanical Garden It really must be characteristic unique and very flavorful Tried the whole beef feast 61 parts It's unforgettable once you try it Very delicious I recommend it more than ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ stars

· This is a hotel where you can enjoy the winter delicacy of crab. There are various meal plans available, with prices varying accordingly. · There are many private lodgings in the area, but this former national guesthouse is a relatively large inn with 15 rooms. It is on high ground and has a spectacular view. · There are several rooms available where you can stay with your pet. You can't eat together, but being able to stay with your pet is a very nice point. Considering the price for staying together, it may be good value for money. [Accommodation] Yuunagi no Oka (formerly Family Inn Imakoura) Room type: Japanese-style room with toilet Meal type: 1 night, 2 meals included Check-in/check-out: 15:00/10:00 Budget per person: Approximately 31,000 yen (2 people per room) (If using Matsuba crab kaiseki) · Pet regulations apply Access: 548 Sakai, Kasumi-ku, Kami-cho, Mikata-gun, Hyogo Prefecture ☆Information as of November 2022. Rating (out of 5): ★★★★★ #Photogenic hotel #Breaking view hotel #Accommodation review #Hotel where you can stay with pets #Kasumi #Hyogo Prefecture #Accommodation review

Store name 🏠 Kasumi Tsuru Fukuchiya (direct sales store) Address 📍 600-2 Obara, Kasumi-ku, Kami-cho, Mikata-gun, Hyogo 　　　　　 　　　　 Budget per person: 3000 and up Rating (out of 5): ★★★★★ \\Points// This is a sake brewery in Kasumi, where the winter delicacy "crab 🦀" is delicious. They sell refreshing sake that goes well with crab and other seafood. They also sell sake that is only available at the direct sales store, so it's recommended as a souvenir. You can also enjoy comparing sake that is only available at the direct sales store for a fee. It is about a 15-minute drive from Kasumi city, and at this time of year, the mountains are turning red with autumn leaves, so why not take a drive and enjoy the beautiful scenery! #HyogoTrip#GourmetTrip #AutumnLeafViewing#Crab #KasumiTourism #AutumnLeaves

Restaurant: Kani no Yado Miyata Address: Kuntani, Kasumi-ku, Kami-cho, Mikata-gun, Hyogo Budget: Around 15,000 yen with the JR stationmaster plan Crab is a winter specialty🦀✨ The crabs in Kasumi and Satsu are definitely delicious❗, that's my personal opinion😆 I went to Kani no Yado Miyata with a day trip JR set plan❗ I was picked up and dropped off at Satsu Station✨ The grilled crabs that were especially delicious were the ones that were grilled right in front of me🦀❗ Delicious~💕 The beef steak was also really delicious💕 Information for January 2021. #WesternJapan #CoupleTrip #Gourmet #PhotogenicSpot

Address: 1506 Anki, Kasumi-ku, Kami-cho, Mikata-gun, Hyogo 669-6403 Atmosphere/Facilities: Grandma's house in the countryside Recommended point: Shell grill Average price: 20,000 Budget per person: 20,000 Rating: Best

Daijoji Temple A temple adjacent to the Okurayama Plum Grove in Ozonedai, Kohoku Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture. The temple's official name is Tenpōrinzan Minotanihoin Daijoji Temple. It is a 7-minute walk from Okurayama Station. The driver's cab of the old Sotetsu 2100 series was taken over in 2004 and is carefully stored here.