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Where is Hiruzen?
Hiruzen is located in Maniwa City in Okayama Prefecture, close
to the prefectural border with Tottori Prefecture.

Hiruzen Kogen Roadside Station MAP B-3
A facility offering the largest number of rental
cycles in the Hiruzen area.

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A spectacular view point for looking out over Mt. Hiruzen,
Mt. Daisen and the other mountains of the Chugoku
mountain range. Visitors can also meet Jersey cows andobserve red-crowned cranes.

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Hiruzen Jersey Land

Car rental

Okinawa Naha Airport

1 hr. 45 mins.

Tokyo Haneda Airport

1 hr. 10 mins.

Okayama
AirportTottori
YonagoAirport

1 hr. 10 mins.

Approx.
1 hr. 45 mins.
(Approx. 110 km)

Kayabeno Rest Area

Approx.
1 hr. 10 mins.
(Approx. 57 km)

Via Chugoku Expressway or

Hiroshima Yonago Expressway

Via Okayama Expressway & Chugoku
Kurashiki Expressway & Yonago Expressway

Approx.
2 hrs. 40 mins
Approx.
2 hrs. 50 mins
Approx.
1 hr. 30 mins

HiruzenI.C.

MAP C-4

Yotsuduka Shiseki Park MAP B-5
A park containing the largest scaleancient burial mounds in Hiruzen.

One of the finest view points on the Hiruzen Kogen
Cycling Road. The vast, magnificent view takes in Mt.
Hiruzen and extends to Mt. Daisen, and buckwheat
flowers bloom there from late summer through early fall.

Hiruzen
Kogen

Learn

Kyukamura Hiruzen Kogen
Hiruzen Radon Onsen, “Kogen-no-yu”
MAP B-2

One of Japan’s few natural radon hot springs.
The open-air bath has a spectacular view.
“Soft Cream”
Hiruzen’s Jersey “soft cream” icecream is highly recommended.
Each facility has its own particularflavor.

Hiruzen Yakisoba Noodles
The Hiruzen Yakisoba Suitonkai won theGold Award in the B-1 Grand Prix. A
new local gourmet treat.

To Okayama Station
Shinkansen: Approx. 3 hrs. 30 mins. (from Tokyo Stn.)
Night bus: Approx. 9 hrs. 50 mins.

NagoyaShinkansen: Approx. 1 hr. 40 mins. (from Nagoya Stn.)
Night bus: Approx. 5 hrs. 50 mins.

Osaka

Shinkansen: Approx. 50 mins. (from Shin-Osaka Stn.)
Night bus: Approx. 3 hrs. 10 mins.

Fukuoka

Shinkansen: Approx. 1 hr. 40 mins. (from Hakata Stn.)
Night bus: Approx. 9 hrs.

OkayamaStation(incl. transfer time)

Chugoku
Katsuyama
Station

Chutetsu Hokubu Bus
Approx. 2 hrs.

Katsuyama
StationManiwa City
Community Bus“Maniwakun♡”
Approx. 1 hr. 15 mins.

More Hiruzen Info!
Hiruzen Yakisoba Suitonkai

Jersey Dairy Products
Jersey dairy products are a
popular souvenir from Hiruzen.

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Hiruzen Yatsuka Onsen,
MAP B-6“Kaiyukan”
Enjoy the majestic landscape of Mt.
Hiruzen from this spacious hot
spring bath with a great view.

From Okayama Station
JR
Approx. 2 hrs. 30 mins.

“Tancho-no-sato” Cranes MAP B-2
Two red-crowned cranes are kept
and available for viewing just next
to the Jersey Fureai Hiroba.

Hiruzen Folk Museum MAP B-5
A museum for learning about
Hiruzen’s nature, culture and local
performing arts.

By train + bus

Tokyo

Hiruzen Kogen Sports Park MAP B-6
Equipped with sports facilities such as
rental cycles, a mini-golf course,
gymnasium, pool and baseball field, etc.

Gobara Lacquerware,“Shikki-no-yakata” MAP C-2
A studio producing Gobara
lacquerware, a traditional craft
product of Okayama Prefecture.

MAP B-3

Hiruzen
Kogen

By carVia Chugoku Expressway &Yonago Expressway

MAP D-1

A leisure facility operated by the Hiruzen Dairy Farm
Association, a national provider of Jersey milk.
Behind the buildings is a wide grazing area with
spectacular views of the Hiruzen Three Peaks and at
the Jersey Fureai Hiroba visitors can meet the Jersey
cows that lazily chew on the grass here.

By plane + car rental
2 hrs.

Hiruzen Kogen Center
Joyful Park
MAP B-2
An amusement park with many attractions
to enjoy amid vast natural scenery. Also
has a café and a shop offering souvenirs.

One of the largest lavender fields in west Japan, withmany different types of herbs and flowers blooming inall seasons. Also offers local souvenirs and food madewith the garden’s herbs.

Hiruzen is located close to the Hiruzen I.C. on the Yonago Expressway and offers
plentiful facilities for enjoying staying and sightseeing in this highland resort, suchas guest houses, farms, and amusement parks, etc.

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In the area surrounding this clear, cool spring that wells
up at the foot of Mt. Naka-hiruzen, there is a campsite,
fish farm, fishing hole and restaurants.

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Hiruzen Horse Park MAP B-3
Enjoy experiencing horse-riding
in majestic natural
surroundings.

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Hiruzen Soba Noodles
Buckwheat grown in Hiruzen isused to make noodles with great
texture and flavor.

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Kogen

Okayama Highway Bus Reservation Center

TEL. 086-232-6688 / 086-234-7733 (automated phone service)[Suiton] Hiruzen’s yokai(local folklore monster)

http://www.e-maniwa.net/

Published by:Industrial Policy Section,
Maniwa City Office719-3292
2927-2 Kuse, Maniwa City,
Okayama Prefecture
TEL: 0867-42-1033
FAX: 0867-42-1037

Buy

Ryobi Bus (Highway bus & night bus)

See the internet for details:“Genghis Khan” mutton BBQ
Hiruzen’s renowned mutton
BBQ is great to eat whilelooking out over the majestic
natural scenery of Hiruzen.

Furusato Fureai Local Produce

WOOD PAO

Hiruzen Jersey Land

Hiruzen Winery

MAP D-6

MAP B-2

MAP B-3

MAP B-2

A homegrown market offering
fresh local vegetables from
Hiruzen.

A recommended spot for enjoying “Genghis Khan”
mutton BBQ. Also offers a rich array of local
produce and souvenirs.

A wide range of Hiruzen souvenirs
are available, centered on Jersey
dairy products.

A winery that produces and sells wine and otherproducts made from mountain grapes locallygrown in Hiruzen. Ask our sommeliers forrecommendations.

Contact:
Hiruzen Tourism Association
717-0503
303-1 Hiruzen Tomiyamane,
Maniwa City, Okayama Prefecture
TEL: 0867-66-3220
FAX: 0867-66-4141

Maniwa’s popularcharacter,
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Kimendai View Point
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Places to Eat Hiruzen’s Local Specialties MAP“Genghis Khan” mutton BBQ

Mt. Kami-Hiruzen
1202 mRestaurant FARMY (Hiruzen Kogen Center) B-2• WOOD PAO B-2• Restaurant Shirakaba-no-oka B-2• Hiruzen Taisho B-2• Hiruzen Shiogama B-4•

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Mt. Naka-Hiruzen
1123 mMt. Shimo-Hiruzen
1100 mSteep slopes

Hiruzen National Park

Hiruzen Yakisoba Noodles

Inubasari pass

Restaurant Shirakaba-no-oka B-2• Restaurant FARMY (Hiruzen Kogen Center) B-2• Charcoal-grilled BBQ, “Ichifuku” C-3• Yu-yu C-4• Yamana Shokudo B-6• Kaze-no-ie Roadside Station C-1• Hiruzen Handmade Udon Noodles, “Yasubo” B-2• Hiruzen Jersey Land B-3• Kogentei C-3• Suitonbo B-2

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Restaurant FARMY (Hiruzen Kogen Center) B-2• Handmade Soba Noodles, “Matagi” C-1

Jersey Fureai Hiroba Hiruzen“Tancho-no-sato” Cranes
Restaurant
Shirakaba-no-oka(Bell of love)“Soft Cream” Ice Cream

Hiruzen Taisho

Kyukamura Hiruzen Kogen
Hiruzen Radon Onsen,“Kogen-no-yu”
Myorengawa
Rest Area

3.4 kmSteep slopes

Food and drink
available here.

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College of Dairy
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Kayabe Shrine Cherry Blossom Boulevard

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Mitano Rest Area

Post
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3.0 kmMitano Bridge

Kiyose Store

Convenience
Store

Nakatsu Kamo Bridge

Steep slopes

Gradually
converges.

Shinanoki Bridge Shinanoki
Rest Area and Park
BridgeWalking trail

Heisei-no-moriSports Park

2.0 km

6.5 kmSlopeHiruzen Herb Garden HerBill

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Kayabeno Rest Area

Daisen Jinmon
Shrine Gate
Slope

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Kuroiwa Wild Cherry Blossom TreeTo Yubara

To Yubara

Hiruzen Kogen Cycling Road is a course that circumnavigates the Hiruzen Kogen highlands thatspread across the northern part of Okayama Prefecture.
It is possible to enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Hiruzen Three Peaks - Mt. Kami-Hiruzen,
Mt. Naka-Hiruzen and Mt. Shimo-Hiruzen -each over 1000m tall- and Mt. Daisen, the tallest
peak in the Chugoku mountains, as well as a broad landscape of tranquil fields and pastures, allin one spectacular view.
There are few ups and downs in the area because it is at the base of the mountains and it iswell-provided with rental cycle facilities, making it a good choice for families and people withlittle cycling experience. In addition, there are lots of places to stop off along the course, making
it a great way to forget your normal everyday lifestyle and enjoy a relaxing, leisurely stay.

Basic Info
Max. gradient: Approx. 12%
Distance: 29.3 km
Av. gradient: Approx. 3%
Max. difference inelevation: 135 m
Cycling courses are indicated using arrows and signboards.

Facilities
6 Rental Cycle Facilities
Rest Areas(Of which one has toilet facilities)

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Furusato Fureai
Local Produce Market

reminiscent of Hokkaido.

Hiruzen Kogen
Tourism Blueberry
Farm“Cultivate Garden”“Amanoiwato” Door-shaped Rock (Rinkuukan)

One of Japan’s most popular cycling courses,
harmonizing pastoral scenery and majestic views.

Mt. Takahariyama

Kyoduka Rest Area & Park

Vast, majestic scenery

322

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To Tsuguro
Kogen

Ougon-sugi
Cedar Tree

Mitano View Point
and Rest Area
Steep slope(unpaved)
2.0 kmAsahi Bridge

Slope

Kayabe Shrine

500 m

HiruzenFarm Market

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Hiruzen Kogen
Sports Park

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Open café Alpha

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Mikamo Store

Beware of cars!

Stone Torii Gate

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Hiruzen Cycling Club

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Hiruzen Folk Museum
Yamana Shokudo

Food and drink
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3.0 kmYotsuduka Shiseki Park
Uda Rest Area

Yu-yu

2.0 kmGentle slopes

Beware of head-on
collisions!

Gentle slopes

Hiruzen Kogen
Cycling Terminal
Restaurant,“Ajiwai”
Hiruzen Yatsuka Onsen,“Kaiyukan”

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Kogentei

Charcoal-grilled
BBQ, “Ichifuku”

0.7 kmManiwa Fire Department
Hiruzen Branch Office

Family Store
Ikeda

Bread shop,“HOME” JA Maniwa

Mitanigawa
Rest Area
Hiruzen Shiogama Lodge

French Restaurant,“Green Gables”

Suitonbo

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Handmade Soba Noodles, “Matagi”

Hotel Hiruzen Hills

Beware of head-on
collisions!
Hiruzen Kogen
Roadside Station

Shortcut Course want a shortcut.

Yotsuduka
Une-no-matsu Rest Area
Pine Boulevard

ReisenTea Room

4.0 kmBeware of head-on Shizen Bokujo Hiruzen Club
Shiogama Fish
Nadja
collisions! Farm Park
Farm Center

HiruzenBlueberry Farm

A course for people who

Watch your speed on the downhills!

Shiogama-no-reisen spring(One of Japan’s top 100 exquisite
and well-conserved waters)

Shiogama Campsite

Joyful Park
Hiruzen Kogen Center
Restaurant FARMY(within Hiruzen Kogen Center)Flavor Studio & Tea Room,
Kawakami Riverside Park
“Soba-no-yakata”
Convenience Store
Kurayoshi Shinkin Bank
Kaze-no-ie Roadside Station
Post Office

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1.8 kmYuribara Rest Area and Park
Gentle slopes

To KofuConvenience Store“Sekicho” Stone
Statue Park

Hiruzen Jersey Land

WOOD PAO

Gobara Lacquerware,“Shikki-no-yakata”

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HiruzenHorse Park

Mikigahara

Hiruzen Jersey Land B-3• Hiruzen Kogen Center B-2• Kaze-no-ie Roadside Station C-1• Hiruzen Herb Garden HerBill D-1• Kyukamura Hiruzen Kogen B-2• Hiruzen Kogen Roadside Station B-3• Hiruzen Winery B-2•

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A refreshing route through trees.

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A gentle course forenjoying wide, open
Panorama Course views.

majestic view of the Hiruzen Three

Hiruzen Handmade
Udon Noodles,“Yasubo”

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A course through beautiful
greenery with some uphills
Highlands Course and downhills.

No. of Adult Bikes(No. of Child Bikes)

MAP

Ordinary and Mountain (Cross)43(21)

B-3

0867-66-3625

Ordinary and Mountain (Cross)30(10)

B-6

0867-66-2501

Ordinary and Electric-assist

48(20)B-2

WOOD PAO

0867-66-4655

Ordinary, Mountain and Electric-assist

33(8)

B-2

Hiruzen Farm Market

0867-45-0087

Ordinary, Mountain (Cross) and Electric-assist

12(2)

C-4

Hiruzen Cycling Club

090-6439-9405 Mountain, Cross, Road, and Electric-assist (Sports bike)

15(2)

C-4

Rental Cycle Facilities

Contact

Rental Cycle Types

Hotel Hiruzen Hills

0867-66-7018

Hiruzen Kogen Cycling Terminal
Kyukamura Hiruzen Kogen*Beginners or people riding for long distances are recommended to use mountain bikes, etc.

Phone Numbers for Assistance•Hiruzen Tourism Association
0867-66-3220•Maniwa City Hiruzen Promotion Bureau
0867-66-2511

To Tsuguro Kogen & Yubara

Check tire pressure and brakes before departing.
At certain points, the cycling courses may converge with or cross roads
with ordinary vehicle traffic. They are also used by runners andpedestrians. Please observe traffic rules and cycle safely.
Do not use a bicycle that does not suit your body.
The course mainly consists of gentle slopes but there are steep slopes inparts.

Rental Cycles

Rest Area

Toilets

Onsen(Hot spring)

Parking

Restaurants

Beware of heavy traffic when travelling along National Route 482.

Gas Stand

View points

Please bring a drink and hydrate regularly.

3.0 kmIndicates the approximate
distance to the next Rest Area.

Beware of cycling at excessive speed.
Please wear a helmet and gloves for your own safety.