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Kihoku Town, Mie Prefecture
Mascot character『Kiihokun』

They may look similar but P01

each one has
unique characteristics

No arrangement ！ Naturally ！

delicious

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Kihoku souvenirs to eat and buy

Introducing diﬀerent ways to enjoy the World Heritage
Site Kumano Kodo

The best places
P03
to escape the crowds
Don t just watch
P05
join in and have fun
A selection of festivals and events held throughout the year

but there is history

Thrills and excitement ！

P07

There isn tmuch here
butthere are large and quiet

open spaces ！

Take it easy and relax

A day in Kihoku

It s not just the hot springs -Enjoy the morning, afternoon and evening

Hot springs and accommodation

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P15

Sports training camp system

Lots of historical places other than the Kumano Kodo

the hospitality
is also warm

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Activities in the heart of nature

Rich nature and stunning views

There isn t much here

Better than the world s
top roller coaster

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Kihoku Town Map P19

Attraction

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Walking the World Heritage Site Kumano Kodo

They may look similar but

each one has
unique characteristics
Iseji signposts
Wooden signposts areplaced 100 meters apartalong the World
Heritage Site Iseji,
Kumano Kodo.

Magose-toge Pass, Kumano Kodo

My legs areshort, so it takes
me double
the time!

Find the part of the Kodo
which suits you♪

Iseji is a route which connects Ise-jingu Shrine to the Three
Grand Shrines of Kumano. In the Edo period, making apilgrimage to these shrines was so popular that the line ofpilgrims walking along the route was likened to a trail ofants. After praying at Ise, they took the Iseji route to the
Kuma n o sh rin es.

Introducing diﬀerent
ways to enjoy the routes

For those who don t want to climb

Walking the stone-paved path
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Magose-toge Pass

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MAP F-1

MAP A-6

If you enter from the Umegatani direction,
the path slopes downward. There aremany kinds of trees, so you can enjoy
di ﬀ e re n t s c e n e ry th ro u gh o u t th e s ea s o n s .

The pass features beautiful stone paving. The stone-paved
path is very close to the starting point along the nationalroute, so it is recommended for people who want toexperience the atmosphere of the Kodo with ease.
Altitude325m

Required time

Distance

2 hours 30 minutes Approximately 6.5km

Hajikami-toge Pass

Required time

03

Distance

Miura-toge Pass
MAP D-3

The pass is at a low altitude, so it is comparatively
easy to enjoy. The large wooden Kumagaya Bridge
is one of the highlights.

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AltitudeRequired time

Distance

113m

45 minutes

Approximately 1.5km

Approximately 8 km

Tsuzurato-toge Pass

MAP E-1

2 hours 40 minutes Approximately 8.4km

Walking through a beautiful forest tunnel

Distance

2 hours 30 minutes

This pass once marked the border
between Ise Province and Kii Province. Itfeatures grand views of the Kumano Sea
a n d a zi gza g p a th .

Two roads cross, surrounding the open space ofHajikami Sakura Hiroba, so it is convenient for visitors
traveling by car. The pass oﬀers sweeping views of thebeautiful group of islands called Kii-no-Matsushima.

147m

Required time

241m

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MAP C-4

Altitude

AltitudeTak i ng t he z i g z a g pa th

Viewing Kii-no-Matsushima
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The rhododendrons
are beautiful
in spring!

Nisaka-toge Pass

AltitudeRequired time

Distance

357m

3 hours 30 minutes

Approximately 9 km

Double the fun on the Kumano KodoalkLetʼs all w
together

Walk with a guide
You might get to hear interesting stories about things you otherwise
wouldnʼt have known, such as the local history and way of life in the
past! Discover new attractions and immerse yourself in history as you
walk.

Inquiries: Guide request reception desk
Higash ikish u C h iikish in ko Koush a(Kumano Kodo Street guide club secretariat)

Kin an O ﬃ ce

T e l. 0597-89-6172 F ax . 0597-89-6184

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Have the magniﬁcent nature all to yourself

The best places
to escape the crowds
This huge rock is called “Elephantʼ sback” because of its size.
It is located a little further down fromthe summit of Mt. Binshi, and there areclimbing routes from the Magose-toge
Pass side and the Camp inn Miyama
side.

So many soothing, wide open spaces.
Introducing recommended spots
where you can immerse yourself in nature and relax.

About FSC
FSC stands for Forest Stewardship Council. Itsinternational head oﬃce is based in Bonn, Germany.
In or d er t o cons e r v e the worldʼs f or e st s, it hasestablished standards related to appropriate forest
management, and certiﬁes forests deemed to conformto those standards.

Mt. Binshi
One of Japan s
clearest streams
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Choshi River

It is called
the Riverof Miracles!
MAP A-6

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FSC Forest

MAP C-4

You can see ﬁsh without diving underwater! Whatʼs more,
you can see the riverbed which is at a depth of threemeters! The estuary marks the boundary between fresh
water and sea water. You can see the sea water at thebottom and the fresh water at the top moving to and fro.

A bright and beautiful forest. It is well-maintained,with neatly trimmed Japanese cypress trees, so it isfull of light. It also contains the Machikado
Museum, so you can take your time and enjoy yourvisit to the forest.

Experience the feeling of homeIslands ﬂoating in the sea

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Shimogouchi

MAP D -1

Shimogouchi boasts satoyama village scenery, which is rare
nowadays. The Kihoku Satoyama Taiken Shogakko groupconducts its experience and exchange activities here. On thesecond Saturday of every month, a farm restaurant is opened
at Sobakura Asahiya. It provides a place to relax in the midstof nature while chatting with the local senior residents.

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The ﬁrst forest in Japan to acquire FSC certiﬁcation

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The rising sun
from here
is so beautiful!

Kii-no-Matsushima

MAP D-4

The sight of islands of various sizes ﬂoating in the
Kumano Sea is so beautiful that the spot is called
Kii-no-Matsushima. You can view the islands from
the Mt. Takatsuka observation platform (MAP D-4)
and Hajikami-toge Pass (MAP C-4).

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Festivals and events to enjoy

Don t just watch
join in and have fun
There are many events you can participate in, including the Kihoku
Lantern Festival, which features large lanterns made by the locals, andthe Kihoku Summer Festival KODO, known for its heated raft race acrossthe sea.
If you areinterested, contact
the Kihoku Town
Tourist Association

Kihoku Lantern Festival
A romantic river of lightcarrying lanterns full of wishes
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A daring parade witha ship weighing one ton

Kihoku Tanabata Monogatari12

An event in which participants write wishes on strips ofpaper, place them in the lit capsules and set thempaaﬂoat on the Choshi River. Around 2,000 capsules ﬂoat
on the river creating a band of light like the Milky Way.
o
Period 1st Saturday in July

MAP A-6

The ﬁnal paradeat the shrineis spectacular!

Period 3rd Sunday in October

Kihoku Lantern Festival

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Funa Danjiri

Local volunteers spend over half a year preparing andmaking the huge lanterns which are over ten meters in size.
The lantern and colorful ﬁrework contest is not to be missed.
The giant lanterns majestically crossing the sea have led to
the festival being called the “Nebuta of the sea” .

A magniﬁcent ﬂoat in the shape of a ship is paradedthrough the streets to Nagashima Shrine in this festival held
to pray for large ﬁsh hauls. Picking up the bait-like candy
which is strewn across the streets and touching the cloth
bonito thrown from the ﬂoat is said to bring good luck.

Period Saturday at the end of July

Period Mid -Jan uary

MAP F-2

One of Japan s largest
raft races on the sea!
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MAP B-6

Touch the bonito, pick up the
lucky candy and double your luck

A contest of giant lanterns andﬁreworks Launching everyone s hopes
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Sekifune Festival

Sekifune Festival is held by Hikimoto Shrine topray for large ﬁsh hauls and safety at sea. The
sekifune boat which clamped down on pirates
in the Kumano Sea is carried in a daring parade.

Kihoku Summer Festival KODŌThe raft race is one of the biggest in Japan, attracting
a large number of vessels. Participants come from allover the country to take part in the heated race. With
events including a ﬁrework display in the evening, it
is a festival which can be enjoyed all day long.

MAP E-2

The dancing and costume
parade is so much fun!
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Tanemaki Gonbei Festival

A festival held to mourn Tanemaki Gonbei who
appears in folklore passed down in Kihoku. Kagura, aShishimai and Gonbei odori dance are performed,
and the costume parade brings joy to the onlookers.
Period Vernal Equinox Day

MAP A-6

Period Saturday at the end of July or in early August05

MAP B-6

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L s explore the history!
Let

There isn t much here

but there is history
Surprisingly
full of wonderfulplaces!

Toyoura Shrine

Rumored to bless you with good children!?
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Nagashima Shrine/
Giant camphor tree

MAP
E-2

The shrine forest is a designated Natural Monument of
Mie Prefecture. In the forest is a giant camphor tree, whichis said to be around 1,000 years old and have a height ofabout 28 meters. If you look at the trunk of the giant tree,
it is said the image of an unborn child will appear.

Pray as a couple at the sacred trees existing harmoniously
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So colorful it doesn t look like it dates from the late Edo period
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MAP
D-1

Daisho-ji Temple /Lattice picture ceiling

The Ohara Fudomyo-o-zo statue, Fudo-do Hall and the lattice picture ceiling aredesignated cultural properties of the town.
The temple was built in 1657. It is said that the main statue Fudomyo-o-zo may havebeen made by Kobo Daishi. In the late Edo period, a lattice picture ceiling containing
richly colored votive pictures of 100 great poets was created as an oﬀering. If you lie on
the tatami mats and look up, you will be drawn into that world.

Illusive temple of the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage
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Entsukaku
seikannon-do

MAP
E-2

The Entsukakusei Kannon-do statue and temple
gong are designated cultural properties of thetown. Originally, the deity was meant to be one of
the thirty-three Kannon of the Saigoku Pilgrimage.
As it overslept and was late attending the meeting
where the pilgrimage numbers were assigned, itcame to be known as Asane Kannon, or the laterising Kannon.

Nigo Shrine/
Couples trees

MAP
F-1

The zelkova and podocarp trees grow harmoniouslyside by side, so it has long been said that the trees
are sacred, bringing happy marriages and longevity.

Improve your luck in competition!
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MAP
D-3

Toyoura Shrine /Prunus zippeliana tree

A historic shrine, which is dedicated to the 14th
emperor Chuai, son of Yamato Takeru. There is a
prunus zippeliana tree, and it is said to bring luck incompetition.

One of Mie Prefecture s largest Japanese gardens
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Tanemaki Gonbei
no SatoMAP
A-6

A Japanese garden centered on the folksong about
the brave Tanemaki Gonbei, which is passed downin Kihoku.Opening times: 9:00am-5:00pm
Admission: Free Closing days:Mondays, national
holidays (except for March to May and September
to October), December 29th to January 3rd.

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Tasty cuisine and warming baths
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Guesthouse, hotel and ryokan index(Area code: 0597)

MAP
D-3
MAP
D-3

Furu
sato

MAP
E-3
MAP
E-3

MAP
E-3

Bathing in the thick hot water feels so good!
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Kii-Nagashima Furusato Onsen

MAP
E-3
MAP
E-3

MAP E-3
KainoThis hot spring is located in a guesthouse area by the sea, and has a warming
wooded feel. It is a day visit hot spring, which is used by locals on a daily basis.
In the surrounding area, you can enjoy ﬁshing, bathing, mandarin orange
picking and walking along the Kumano Kodo. There is also a hot spring standwhich sells 30 liters for 100 yen.
Bathing fees:Adults: 510 yen (people 65 or over: 410 yen), children: 300 yen
Opening times: 10:00am - 9:00pm *Admission until one hour before closing time
Closing days:Open all year round. Open from 1:00pm on the 4th Wednesday of themonth Tel 0597-49-3080

MAP
E-3
MAP
E-3

Mutsumi Ryokan
guesthouse

Mihamaguesthouse

Minoshima
guesthouse

Unabaraguesthouse

Sazanami
guesthouse

Kii-No-Matsushima
guesthouse

Momotaro
guesthouse

Hamakaze
guesthouse

Araragimaru
guesthouse

Kitomaru
ryokanKinokuni

49-3122 30
49-3433 22
49-3030 10

MAP
F-2
MAP
F-2
MAP
E-1
MAP
B-5
MAP
B-6

49-3310 20

MAP
B-5

49-3630 45
49-3123 15

MAP
B-5
MAP
B-5

49-3202 20
49-3048 45
49-3217 28
49-3436 40
49-3446

Name

Telguesthouse

Capa
city

47-2656 21

Ichieihotel

Hotel Tokinoza
ryokanArikujisoryokanRibon Ryokan
hotel

Business Hotel Shinguesthouse

46-2111 218
47-2661 10
32-0242 20
32-0118 13
32-0775 12

HiromiryokanLodge Sansui
guesthouse

32-0573 35
32-1681 20

Sasakiguesthouse

MAP
C-5

Shima
katsuura

MAP
E-3

ryokan49-3031 16

Yaguchi
ura

MAP
E-3

guesthouse

Outani(Area code: 0597)
Region Location

WatariMAP
E-3

guesthouse

Azuma

Capa
city

Aiga

MAP
D-3

ryokanMisuzu

Tel

Shima
bara

MAP
D-3

Name

HigashiNagashima

Doze

the hospitality
is also warm

Miura

It s not just the hot springs -Region Location

MAP
D-5
MAP
D-5

39-0770 17
Green Pia
GenzaemonryokanRyokan BoyoryokanMishimaya Ryokan

39-0116 15
39-0018 109

47-2164 15
47-4023 30

Pets are welcome

There are many
establishments
boasting tasty
cuisine!

(Please contact each establishment for details)

At guesthouses, hotels and ryokan

you can eat tasty cuisin
cuisineingredients
made with local ingredi
The ﬁsh market in
Kihoku sells a large
variety of ﬁsh. At theguesthouses, hotels
and ryokan you canﬁnd rare kinds ofseafood not sold insupermarkets. Enjoy
the cuisine andhospitality oﬀered byeach establishme n t!

Inquiries
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Kihoku Town Tourist Association
info@kihoku-kanko.com☎ 0597-46-3555
info@kihoCamp sites /simple accommodation facilities(Area code: 0597)

Region Loca
t ion

Name

Tel

Capa
city

HigashiNagashima

MAP
F-2

MAC Magotaro Auto Camp47-5371 480

Furusato

MAP
E-3

Kii-Nagashima Hiike Kaigan Auto Camp Site
* Open: Mid-April - Mid-October

49-3732 120

Bin-noyama

MAP
A-6

Camp inn Miyama

33-0077 437

Shima
katsuura

MAP
D-5

Nature experience event andexchange facility Keichu

32-166150

2410-73 Higashi Nagashima, Kihoku-cho, Kitamuro-gun, Mie Prefecture 519-3204

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Full of the blessings of nature! Specialties & souvenirs

No arrangement! Naturally

delicious

Tasty with justsalt and soy sauce
because theingredientsare good!

Ise ebi (Japanese spiny lobster)Season: October - end of April (Diﬀers depending on the location)
Sea
The name has strong associations with
Ise-Shima, but Kihoku boasts one of Mie
Prefectureʼ s largest Ise ebi hauls. It is one of
the main kinds of seafood served in Kihoku in
winter.

If you want to buy souvenirs, check out
the Kihoku souvenir illustrated
booklet! You can ﬁnd it at Michi-no-Eki
Kii-Nagashima Manbo, Michi-no-Eki
Miyama, and Kihoku PA Hajikami
Terrace.

1010Season: November to around MarchAs the oysters are cultivated in a brackish water lake,
the salinity concentration is controlled to the limit.
They donʼ t have the characteristic smell of oysters, andthe ﬂesh is yellow and sweet. As the amount cultivatedis limited, they are also called “rare oysters” .

MAP F-2

Minato Asaichi / Kihoku

MAP F-2

A morning market with an array of local specialties, including fresh seafood.
It is a lively market with many shoppers. There is a BBQ corner where youcan eat what you buy on the spot.
Location:Nagashima Port ﬁsh market Open: 4th Saturday of the
mon th T i me : 9:00am - 1:00pm

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Watari oyster

Kii-Nagashima Minato Ichi

A morning market with an array of local specialties, including fresh
seafood, sushi, mandarin oranges and ﬁsh paste products. It is a lively,
bustling market.
Location:Nagashima Port ﬁsh market Open:2nd Saturday of the
mon th T i me : 9:00am - 12:00pm

Year End Kii-Nagashima Minato Ichi

MAP F-2

The Kii-Nagashima Minato Ichi which is held on the 2nd Saturday of eachmonth is expanded to coincide with the end of year shopping. You canbuy products at a 20-30% discount.
Location:Nagashima Port ﬁsh market Open: End of December
T i m e : 9:00am -2:00pm

27 Kihoku PA Hajikami Terrace

SeaweedSeason: All year roundndnd (Diﬀers(Diﬀe depending on the type)
Many kinds of seaweed grow in the rich sea,
including hijiki, wakame, arame, hirome andaosa. A 100% locally grown ingredient, whichis the pride of Kihoku.

MAP
D-3

Ocean sunﬁsh

At Tanemaki Gonbe Cafe & Rest you canenjoy fresh sashimi, Oshiki soup and more.
Location: 600 Miura (Kihoku PA on the Kisei Expressway)
Opening times: Product shop/8:00am - 6:30pm
Café/10:00am- 6:30pm（ lastorder 6:00pm）
Closing days: Open all year roundT e l: 0597-46-1011
21 Michi-no-Eki Kii-Nagashima Manbo

The Ocean sunﬁsh is a ﬁsh of Kihoku. The town has
long had the custom of eating the ﬁsh, which has atexture similar to chicken tenderloin.

Sells local specialties, and on holidays you canenjoy skewered Ocean sunﬁsh from a stall!
Location: 2140-73 Higashi Nagashima
Opening times: 8 : 15am - 7 : 00pm

Season: All year round(Saturdays, day before national
holidays/7 : 45am - 8 : 00pm)

BonitoBonito is landed fresh, not frozen. Around
May, you can sample the fresh taste of“Higaeri katsuo” (Same day bonito), which
is bonito straight from the sea!

MAP
F-1

Closing days: Open all year roundT e l: 0597-47-5444
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Season: March to around June

Michi-no-Eki Miyama

Has convenient access to Magose-toge Pass. The soft ice
cream, which is highly rated by the locals, is worth trying!

Japanese amberjack

Season: February to around May

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Shimakatsuura, one of Kishuʼs threemain amberjack ﬁshing grounds, is in
Kihoku. As large numbers are caught
around the spring equinox, the ﬁsh isalso known as “Higan buri”, or Equinox
amberjack.

Location: 1439-3 Aiga
Opening times: 9:00am - 6:00pm(Until 7:00pm in August only)
MAP
B-6

Closing days: New Yearʼs Day only
T e l: 0597-32-1661* Opening times may change depending on the facility and the season.

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Experience magniﬁcent nature!

Better than the world s
top roller coaster

Thrills andexcitement ！
Be sure to wear
a helmet anda lifejacket

Have fun with the activity
instructors!You can enjoy various
nature experiences in the sea,
mountains and rivers. Experienceclasses are held mainly in summer.
Inquiries
Kihoku Furusato Taiken Juku
Tel 0597-46-3555

Natural rock slide experience

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Swim underwater in the clear sea

Instruction from a professional
who has traveled around the country

SnorkelingSea kayak class“ I ʼ d l i k e t o t r y s n o r k e l i n g , b u t i t ʼs a l i t t l e
s c a r y … ” I f t h i s i s y o u , d o nʼ t w o r r y ! E n j o yswimming underwater in the clear sea of
Kihoku with a kind and dependable instructor!

Kihoku has an indented coastline, and you can
get a completely diﬀerent perspective of thetown from a kayak in the sea. Cut across thewaves and head out to sea! If youʼre lucky, you
might be able to explore sea caves!

O K f o r b e gi n n e r s

Dive into a waterfall basin!

FishingNatural rock slide

How about making your ﬁshing debut in theﬁshing town of Kihoku? Even beginners canenjoy simple ﬁshing from the embankment. All
the equipment is provided so you can easily giveit a try.

Choshi River is called “the River of Miracle”,
and in its clear upper stream you can join in
the fun which the locals love! Be brave andtry this extraordinary adventure!

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L s play sports in Kihoku!
Let

There isn tmuch here but

there are large and quiet

open spaces !

Train ing cam p privi legecilities for free! ties
Use the sports faionts faciliin the town and use the spor
accommodat
Requirement 1 You stay in

Surrounded by nature, in a quiet
environment, you can focus on your trainingor
nament or practice gamee teams participate in a tour
Requirement2 Five or mor
ties)
faciliA specia l assist ant provid es
ant sports(Please contact the relev

You can enjoy sports at a range of facilities, including a ground, baseballﬁeld, tennis courts and a gymnasium. In the area there are many training
spots which make use of the natural scenery and topography, including
the coastline and running courses. You can train to improve basic ﬁtness
and muscle strength, which lead to better sports performance.

Cool in summer, warm in winterit truly is the perfect place for sports

It ha s a rea lly ple asa
en vir on me nt!

Graph of average temperatures

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Graph of average wind speeds

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（m/s）

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1.0Sports facility reservation(We can reserve thegymnasium etc. in case of bad weather)
Accommodation facility reservation(We can divide large groups among facilities)
Lunch box reservation
Transfer arrangements(Moving between accommodation and sports facilities, etc.)
Activity and nature experience instructor introductions, etc.

Call to tell us the training camp schedule,
and your sports and accommodation
facility requests.

We will propose a plan and budget in linewith your requests at a meeting with you.

We will make the necessary reservations.

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Kyoto

Application / Inquiries
Training Camp Support
Sports Promotion Section
Lifelong Learning Division,
Kihoku Town Oﬃce

Tel 0597-46-3125

Kihoku1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12（月）( 2013 data )Osaka

As Kihoku faces the sea, a breeze ﬂows through the town all year round. Due tothe eﬀects of the warm Kuroshio current, snow doesnʼt cover the ground evenin the depths of winter, and it is pleasantly warm. The excellent climate
conditions make it possible for athletes to devote themselves to training andimportant conditioning with peace of mind, with a reduced risk of injury.

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Take care of everything with just one phone call!
We can arrange a training camp plan which suits your needs.

Steps to the training camp

Kihoku15

total suppo rt!!

Enjoy your training camp in Kihoku.

Fax 0597-47-5910
Reception times: 8:30am - 5:15pm(Except for Saturdays, Sundays andnational holidays)

769-1 Higashi Nagashima,
Kihoku-cho, Kitamuro-gun,Mie Prefecture 519-3292
See the “Kihoku Sports
Camp and Training Camp
Guide” for details.
First, make an inquiry!

Kihoku-cho Sports

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Take it easy in the afternoon

Take it easy and relax

Walk around the traditional
Uo-machi (Fishing village)

A day in Kihoku

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In the morning, experience the power ofnatureand the bustle of the market!

Special scenes which can only
be seen in the morning

Lift br idge

Fi nd y our f a v ori t e t a st e

Have the superb view all to yourself

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Sunrisemany sunrise-viewing spots. You can see thesun rising over the sea from the Funakoshi
coast, the observation platform on Mt.
Takatsuka, and other places.

It feels like you are in an aquarium!

Fish market

Himono-dori

MAP F-2Sun-dried marine products line theshopfronts. Using ﬁsh caught on the same day
and drying them in the sea breeze gives the
products a completely diﬀerent ﬂavor. It is a
ﬂavor that cannot be made in large volumes,
and which can only be tasted here.

Kihoku, which faces the Paciﬁc Ocean, has

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MAP E-2

When walking around the town, music can be heard. It notiﬁes people that thebridge is lifting. There is a crossing gate in front of the bridge, where people
wait for the bridge to rise and boats to pass through. Prioritizing boats insteadof people is a typical custom of ﬁshing villages. The times of boats passing
through are not set, so you are lucky if you get to see the sight.

When you are tired of walking
MAP F-2

MAP F-2

Head to the lively ﬁsh market! With an array offresh and highly unusual ﬁsh, you can enjoy
feeling like you are in an aquarium. There arealso guided tours on which you can learn
about ﬁsh and ﬁshing methods. (Reservation
required)Contact : Kihoku Town Tourist
Association Tel 0597- 46 -3555

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Uo-machi no Tamariba(Former Maruhi Shoku-do)

An old house with the atmosphere of a bygoneera. Inside there is a room with tatami mats where
you can freely take a rest. Steeped in Uo-machi
history, and with old-fashioned toys, it is theperfect place in which to relax. Note that it issometimes closed!

Have a romantic evening

Scenic views created by the black sky
A ﬁrst-rate experience you can enjoy for free
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Starry sky

MAP D-3

The coast during the oﬀ season is a recommended spot where you can have thestarry sky all to yourself. The air in Kihoku is clear, so if the weather is good you can
see the Milky Way and shooting stars.

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Li k e a trai n ﬂy i ng t hroug h the s k y
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Nig ht t rain

MAP F-1

The last train on the Kisei Line departing from Kii-Nagashima and bound for Kameyama runs
through the mountains. It creates a magical sight, as if the train is ﬂying through the sky. At
around 7:49 pm, look north from the parking lot of Michi-no-Eki Kii-Nagashima Manbo! The
train has few cars, so the chance to see it will be gone in an instant!

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Akaba Sports Park

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Sazanami

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Auto CampTokinoza
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Jonohama
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Shiryokan
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Furusato
coast beach

Minose Sta.

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Himono-doriUo-machi no Tamariba(Former Maruhi Shoku-do)

Mt. Takatsuka Toyoura Shrine
Hajikami
Sakura Hiroba observation
platform(Kii-no-Matsushima)

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Ribon Ryokan

Choshigawa
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BoyoAiga Shrine

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Akabagawa Riv.

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Kihoku Town is located in southern
Mie Prefecture. It was established on
October 11th, 2005 through themerger of Kii-Nagashima Town andMiyama Town. It has an abundanceof nature and World Heritage sitesof the Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage
Routes in the Kii Mountain Range,
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Commerce and Tourism Division, Kihoku Town Oﬃce769-1 Higashi Nagashima, Kihoku Town,
Kitamuro-gun, Mie Prefecture 519-3292
Tel：０５９７-４６-３１１５ Fax：０５９７-４７-５９０６
E-mail：shokan@town.mie-kihoku.lg.jp

Kihoku Town

Kyoto

Kintetsu Limited Express

2 hrs

JR Wide View Nanki
1hr

30 mins

JR Wide View Nanki
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20 mins

K ihoku Town Tourist Association
2410-73 Higashi Nagashima, Kihoku Town,
Kitamuro-gun, Mie Prefecture 519-3204
Tel：０５９７-４６-３５５５ Fax：０５９７-４６-３５５６
E-mail：info@kihoku-kanko.com

Kihoku Town Tourist Association Website

http://www.kihokukanko.com/)

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JR Sangu line

Taki

1 hr 50 mins

JR local train

Kihoku Town A( iga Sta.

1 hr 30 mins

JR Wide View Nanki

Matusaka

Osaka

Kintetsu Limited Express

http://www.town.mie-kihoku.lg.jp/
Kihoku Town K( ii n-agashima Sta.

Shinkansen
1 hr 40mins

NagoyaTokyo

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There are also highway buses from Tokyo, Nagoya, Tsu and Matsusaka
Issued in March, 2017