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Introducing popular spots and attractions in Hyogo Prefecture
Arima Hot Springs
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Arima Onsen, located in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, is the oldest hot spring in Japan, with a history of about 1,400 years since its opening. It is characterized by its brown "kinsen" (gold spring) and colorless, transparent "ginsen" (silver spring). The hot spring town is lined with many high-class inns, including the traditional Japanese inn "Kinzan," which was awarded a Michelin star for its cuisine, and the long-established hotel "Hyoei Koyokaku," which was founded 700 years ago. The most popular hot spring facility is "Taiko no Yu." There are 26 types of baths, including "Tenka no Yu," which blends gold and silver springs, and "Golden Steam Bath," which is themed on a golden teahouse, and other baths that will pique your curiosity. There are also public outdoor baths such as "Kin no Yu" and "Gin no Yu," which can be enjoyed on a day trip.
Himeji Castle
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Himeji Castle is a symbol of Hyogo Prefecture, a national treasure and registered World Heritage Site. It is said to have been built in 1346 by Akamatsu Norimura, a military commander during the Nanboku-cho period. The five-story, six-storey castle features pure white walls and is nicknamed "Shirasagi Castle" for its graceful appearance resembling a white heron spreading its wings. It is also known as a famous cherry blossom viewing spot, with around 1,000 cherry trees blooming in spring surrounding the castle. The castle is lit up from sunset, allowing you to enjoy the fantastic beauty of the castle and cherry blossoms floating in the darkness. It gets crowded during the daytime, so it is recommended to visit in the morning or evening.
Awaji Island
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Awaji Island is the largest island in the Seto Inland Sea, located in the southern part of Hyogo Prefecture. It is said to be the first island born by the god who created Japan. The island is attractive for its nature and tradition, with attractions such as the whirlpools of the Naruto Strait and the Awaji Ningyo Za, where you can see the traditional culture of Awaji Ningyo Joruri. A recommended dish is shabu-shabu made with sea urchin, a specialty of Awaji Island. This exquisite dish is made with a rich soup based on raw sea urchin and skewers of sashimi of sea urchin and seafood. In addition, overlooking the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, there is Iwaya Onsen, also known as the "hot spring of all diseases." Why not spend a luxurious moment while looking out over the Seto Inland Sea?
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Famous but not so well known? Mount Rokko
Mt. Rokko is well known among people in the Kansai region and is well known throughout Japan, but what exactly is it like? What is there? Mt. Rokko is a 931m high mountain located on the north to west side of Kobe in Hyogo Prefecture. You can take a ropeway to the top of the mountain. During the Meiji period, foreign residents developed leisure facilities and other facilities, and it is also known as the "Karuizawa of the West." With its wonderful views and rich nature, it is a Image that has long been loved by locals. The top of Mt. Rokko is packed with leisure spots, including a garden terrace, an observation deck, a botanical garden, a ranch, and a music box museum. There is so much you can't see everything in one day. There are also many great spots for night views, not just during the day, so we recommend Accommodation overnight.
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Sobameshi: A humble but effective gourmet dish
Don't say that this is what happens when you make fried rice without washing the frying pan after making yakisoba. One of the popular local gourmet foods that has been loved by locals for a long time is sobameshi. Each restaurant has its own unique seasoning, and it's strange that it has its own unique taste that is neither fried soba nor fried rice. If you come to Hyogo Prefecture, this is a must-try dish. It is said to have originated in Nagata Ward, a downtown area of Kobe. It started when a worker at a nearby small factory asked an okonomiyaki restaurant to fry the cold rice in his lunch box along with the fried soba. After that, it became common to offer a service where customers could bring in their own rice to be fried, which reminds us of the close relationship between the restaurant and its customers at the time, and makes us feel nostalgic and warm. It may taste even better if you try it while remembering such an episode, which is a bit impossible in today's world.
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