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#JapanIn-DepthTravelGuide #JapanesePosthouseCulture Naraijuku I discovered Ouchijuku in Fukushima while skiing in 2023 and became fascinated with Japan's posthouse culture. So, during my in-depth trip to Nagano last year, I made a point of visiting several famous posthouses along the Nakasendo Trail. Of all the places, Naraijuku was my favorite. I've dedicated so much film to this posthouse. I was curious about how these ancient posthouses, dating back to the shogunate era, have remained so well-preserved after so many dynasties, so I did some research. Well, I was deeply moved. To cut a long story short, I'd like to quote the words of the descendants of the posthouse owners: 売らない、租借しない、壊さない (not for sale, not for lease, not for reconstruction). These three seemingly simple words are far from easy to implement, but they've managed to do it...

🌟Explore the post town in Japan during the Edo period: Naraijuku, a journey through time and space🌟 Naraijuku, an ancient post station located in Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture, is a famous historical site on the Nakasendo Road. Known as the "Narai Senken", it was an important place for travelers to rest and restock supplies during the Edo period. Today, it is designated as an important traditional building preservation area, and many of the buildings and streetscapes of the time are preserved, making people feel as if they have traveled back in time. 🌸Tour Guide: 1️⃣ Step into history: Strolling along the streets of Naraijuku, you can see many well-preserved Edo-period buildings. Every building tells a story from the past. 2️⃣ Taste authentic food: Naraijuku is famous for its soba noodles. Why not try the local soba restaurants to experience the authentic Japanese flavor. 3️⃣ Visit historical sites: Nakamura Residence, Kamimiya Historical Museum and Town Shrine, etc. These are historical and cultural sites that cannot be missed. They retain rich historical and cultural values. 4️⃣ Buy souvenirs: In Naraijuku, there are many shops selling handicrafts and local specialties, which is a good place to buy souvenirs. 5️⃣ Experience festivals: If you visit Naraijuku in the right season, you can also experience local traditional festivals such as the Lacquerware Festival and the Town Shrine Reitaisai. 🌈Travel tips: •Transportation: Naraijuku is located south of Matsumoto City. Take the express train from Shinjuku Station in Tokyo to Shiojiri Station, then transfer to the local train. It takes about 3 hours to arrive. •Best Season: Spring and autumn are the best times to visit Naraijuku, when the weather is pleasant and the scenery is most charming. • Notes: Since Naraijuku is an important traditional architectural protection area, visitors are required to respect local regulations and culture. Through this trip, you can not only experience the charm of traditional Japanese culture firsthand, but also enjoy the tranquility and beautiful natural scenery. Naraijuku awaits every traveler who wants to gain a deeper understanding of Japanese history and culture.

It's time to explore! ⭐️The Naraijuku, which is given a beautiful reputation, is called Narai Senken⭐️! When did this post station begin to form? 😳 Naraijuku is located in the middle section of the old Nakasendo Road. The town shrine is located on the Kyoto side of the upper entrance of Torii Pass. It slowly descends along the Narai River and stretches for about 1 kilometer. It is the longest post station in Japan. 🏘 Once known as "Narai Senken", the prosperous Naraijuku attracted many travelers. ⭐️ Why would a lodging place be formed in such a deep mountain area? This has become a mystery! Nakasendo was one of the five main roads in the Edo period and was the main road connecting Edo and Kyoto. 🚩 There are 69 post stations from Hanano-Edo-Nihonbashi to Kyoto. Among them, there are 25 lodgings in Nagano Prefecture. By the way, Naraijuku prospered from the Edo period to the Meiji period. 😎 During the Edo period, there were 69 post stations between Nihonbashi and Kyoto. Among them, there are 25 lodgings in Nagano Prefecture. There are many convenient places to stay in Narai-juku! 👍 We have introduced how Naraijuku and Kisoji were formed. What do you think? 🤲Naraijuku has a special atmosphere where architecture and nature coexist. Come and experience the remains of this prosperous post town. #日本自由行 #Arshan's first snow is as beautiful as a fairy tale