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Atago-yama (Cape Kasasa)

devnakata — Fri, 24 Jan 2025 03:27:02 +0000

The romantic myth of “Niniginomikoto and Konohanasakuyahime meeting and being united” remains, and it is called the "sacred place of encounter". The observatory commands a panoramic view of downtown Nobeoka, and was the first in Miyazaki Prefecture to be selected as one of Japan's “Night View Heritage” and the only one to be recognized as one of Japan's "One Hundred Great Lights of the Moon".

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Nobeoka Castle Ruins

devnakata — Fri, 24 Jan 2025 03:20:11 +0000

The Nobeoka Castle Ruins is a historical site in Nobeoka City, Miyazaki Prefecture, where Nobeoka Castle was once built. Nobeoka Castle was built in the early Edo period and stood on a hill. Today, the ruins of the castle tower retain the vestiges of the castle and are a popular tourist attraction. From the ruins of the castle tower, a panoramic view of the city of Nobeoka and the surrounding natural landscape can be seen, which, along with the historical background, leaves a deep impression on visitors. The ruins of the castle have a well-maintained walking trail, which visitors can enjoy while experiencing the local history.

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Wagashi “Toranohiko”

devnakata — Fri, 24 Jan 2025 03:13:44 +0000

Founded in 1967 by the then 24-year-old owner, this is a long-established Japanese confectionery in Nobeoka City, Miyagi Prefecture.
In addition to numerous local famous Japanese confections born out of love for their hometown, they have also worked hard through trial and error to create low-sugar confections that even those who need to restrict their sugar intake can eat with peace of mind. The popular product “Yokan Hitori Yuzu” won the top prize in the “MIYAZAKI FOOD AWARD 2020,” and its single-serving size is highly regarded as considerate. It makes a perfect souvenir, and shaved ice and other items are also sold in the store. It is the perfect place to stop by and take a break during your trip.

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Ryokan “Kami gakure”

devnakata — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 07:56:59 +0000

Ryokan "Kami-Gakure" is a long-established ryokan that has been in operation for over 90 years, with only eight guest rooms, all of which are independent, allowing guests to enjoy a luxurious and private space. All rooms are equipped with a private bath, and the bath water is made of sacred water drawn from the Falls in the Takachiho Gorge. The cuisine is also using ingredients from the local Takachiho area in abundance.
Enjoy a special moment with your loved ones.

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Kou Kyoto

devnakata — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 07:51:30 +0000

This antique store sells mainly Western antiques such as French glass, English silver, and vases from Scandinavian countries, as well as ceramic artists' vessels, woodwork, and linen rugs. The owner, Ms. Nagama, has a reputation for innovative combinations of antiques with new and different materials.

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Matsuzaka Maruyoshi/ Ise store

devnakata — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 06:22:03 +0000

On the first floor, there is a butcher store where you can take out freshly fried croquettes, minced pork cutlets, and other prepared foods for eating and walking for tourists to Ise, as well as a butcher store where you can take home various cuts of Matsusaka beef. On the second floor is a restaurant where you can enjoy a variety of dishes using Matsuzaka beef, such as steaks, shabu-shabu, and sukiyaki.
It is particular that they are dedicated to providing safe, secure, and high quality Matsuzaka beef by integrating the entire process from production, processing, and sales in-house to the restaurant under its direct management. This is a restaurant that can be enjoyed by both children and adults.

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Kojiya Ise

devnakata — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 06:04:35 +0000

Founded in 1816, the miso and soy sauce brewer is a renowned store with a long history and tradition. Their soy sauce, in particular, is a dark local soy sauce with a distinctive sweetness and flavor, and its flavor adds a deep savory taste to many dishes. We also offer a wide variety of other products made with malt, which is indispensable to Japanese food culture.
The “Koji-pudding,” with its gentle sweetness and melting texture, is very popular as a souvenir. They also sell amazake (sweet sake), sauces, and dipping sauces made with malted rice, all of which are worth tasting once. When you visit Ise, Mie prefecture, be sure to stop by and enjoy the taste.

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Nankei Pottery

devnakata — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 05:49:09 +0000

"Nankei Pottery" is a pottery company that has inherited traditional pottery techniques and continues to produce unique and beautiful ceramics. By lovingly and carefully using the different techniques of hand-pulling, power-forming with a mechanical potter's wheel, and casting with a plaster mold in the manufacture of ceramics, they have created teapots and teacups that combine warmth and delicacy. Today, there are more than 300 types of products, which are loved by many people because they not only evoke Japanese traditions, but also harmonize with modern life.

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French Restaurant “Restaurant Ryu”

devnakata — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 05:43:48 +0000

The French cuisine uses ingredients from Mie Prefecture and is served in dishes that Chef Ogura himself created. Chef Ogura learned the basics of French cuisine under master chef Masaru Kamikakimoto, and also trained in France.
He has won numerous awards, including first prize at the "FFCC French Culinary Competition” in 2000 and being selected as a finalist at the ”Le Taittinger Culinary Awards Competition” in 2009.
You can enjoy "treating" packed with blessing of Mie prefecture which you can't get in the capital.

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Gelato shop “Shineido”

devnakata — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 05:23:31 +0000

"Ice-manju" (Ice cream-buns) are a local specialty of Kuwana. "Shineido" is known as a famous ice cream bun store. An iced bun generally refers to iced milk with azuki bean paste. At Shin-eido, condensed milk is placed in a mold, red bean paste is added, frozen, and then removed from the mold to complete the product. Although simple, the deep sweetness of the condensed milk and the azuki beans are a perfect match. In addition to normal ice cream buns, matcha green tea ice milk buns and fruit ice cream are also sold, making it a great place to visit on a hot day.

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