- The Origin of Japan -Why Hyogo is The Origin of Japan?
Reason 1
Reason 2
Reason 3
Reason 4

Hyogo has historical roots in Japan
Hyogo has No.1 contents in Japan
Hyogo has every elements from all over Japan
Hyogo can be the base for traveling around Japan

Keeping, inheriting, developing the Origin

Sustainable Tourism starts from Hyogo

That is SDGs

That is Hyogo Field Pavilion

Population: 5.38 million (7th largest in Japan)
Area: 8,396 km2 (12th largest in Japan)

HYOGO
Kyoto
Osaka
Hyogo Field Pavilion

Tokyo

Historical Roots
Wetland with richvegetation became asacred place for storks

Current clear
Japanese sake wasinvented anddeveloped in Hyogo

The best quality Sakerice, Yamada Nishiki
was born in Hyogo

According to mythology,
this rock is the place
where Japan began

Japan’s modernization
began in Kobe and adiverse culture took hold
The genes of Hyogo Cattle
are passed down to
99.9% of Wagyu Beef

In the wake of the Great
Earthquake, we establishedthe philosophy of creative
reconstruction

Japan’s oldest metal
production area is said
to have its origins 1500
years ago

No.1 Contents
It is the most beautiful
castle on the World
Heritage Site, remaining
as it was first built

The longest suspension
bridge in the world until
2021

70% of the pearls,
distributed aroundthe world areprocessed in Kobe

The national market
share of incense is 70%,
which has been aroundfor 180 years
For 300 years,
it has prospered as
Japan’s No.1 Sake
brewery

Kobe Beef is a top brandWagyu that has passed
strict standards
Huge whirlpool over 20m
in diameter is a mysterious
natural phenomenon

There are over 150 various
courses, including Japan’s best,
oldest, and most difficult one

Awaji Island, a treasure trove of ingredients,
has a food self-sufficiency rateof over 100%

Every Elements
There are islandsof various size andpopulation

There is a
mountainous area
where you can enjoy
forest therapy
Facing two different sea
areas, seafood is diverse
and abundant

There are large cities
and industrial areas
with beautiful night
views

There are more than
10 ski resorts, mainlyin the north.

The countryside where native,
lifestyle, and production are
in harmony is expanding

Traditional culture
and festivals here havebeen passed down
Many oldtownscapes remain
in various places

Blessings gifted by Water
The secret of Nada sake’s dry taste
The brewing water used at Nada Gogo, “Miyamizu” is had water that contains a lot ofminerals such as phosphorus, calcium, and potassium. These minerals become nutrients formalted rice mold and yeast and promote the action of enzymes. Active fermentation creates
the rich, sharp, and refreshing taste that is the main characteristics of Nada sake.

What brings out the colorful yarn
Banshu-ori is a yarn-dyed fabric that is dyed at the thread stage and then woven. The
weaving technique that was introduced to central Hyogo more than 200 years ago tookroot here because the three rivers that run through this region provided abundant water
resources for yarn dying. This comes from the fact that the water is soft and produces
good color.

This is how light-colored soy sauce was born
Light-colored soy sauce, which is closely related to the spirit of Japanese cuisine, originated in
Tatsuno, western Hyogo. Light-colored soy sauce can be made by adding steaming rice andsoft water with low iron content to common ingredients such as wheat, soybeans, and salt. The
water from Ibo River, which flows through the center of Tatsuno, is a soft water with a low ironcontent, which is rare in Japan, and this is why light soy sauce was born.

Blessings gifted by Earth
The reason why is the highest quality ”Yamada Nishiki” grown here
Yamada Nishiki, which has been highly regarded as the raw material for sake for 90 years,
is a variety developed by Hyogo. The most suitable area for cultivating this Yamada Nishiki
is the top quality district in central Hyogo. Since this area was the bottom of the lake morethan 30 million years ago, the fine-grained clay soil that has accumulated retains moistureand nutrients well, and the roots are deep and easy to extend, making it suitable forcultivation.

This is how storks’ sacred place was born
Toyooka Basin in northern Hyogo is a Japan "sacred place for storks" where they flew in fromthe continent and settled there. About 20,000 years ago, this area was an inlet of the sea, andthe presence of a solid rocks-covered estuary that became a bottleneck for the flow of the rivercreated a wetland with repeated sediment accumulation and flooding. This wetland became an
excellent feeding ground for storks, which are rich in aquatic life, and settlement progressed.

Beautiful silver workmanship, Awaji tiles called “Ibushi-Gin”
Awaji tiles in the southern part of Awaji Island, which has been counted as one of the threemajor tile producing areas in the Japan for 400 years, are now widely used not only as
roofing materials but also as wall materials, floors, and decorations. Its feature is abeautiful silver finish called "Ibushi-Gin". This is because the fine, iron-rich soil produced inthis region forms a strong carbon film on the surface that is unparalleled during firing.

Blessings gifted by Air“Unkai” -sea of clouds- spot occurring
In the inland area of Hyogo, there are many basins surrounded by mountains, and there aremany rivers that originate from these mountains. In these terrains, while humidity tends to behigh, the temperature difference between day and night increases from autumn to the following
spring, and fog is likely to occur due to the radiative cooling phenomenon. At the ruins of amedieval castle on a mountain, you can encounter a fantastic scenery that makes you feel as if
you are floating in the clouds.

To maintain the highest technology suspension bridge 200 years
When the Pearl Bridge connecting Kobe and Awaji Island was completed in 1998, it wasdeveloped as the world's longest suspension bridge (3.91 km) that combines cutting-edge
technology. In order to use this bridge, which plays an important role not only in traffic but also in
supplying water to the island, for a long time and safely, dry air is sent inside the suspension
bridge cable to prevent corrosion of the cable even in an environment exposed to the sea breeze.

Relax your body and mind with an incense experience
The west coast of Awaji Island, where the sunset is beautiful, is the No.1 incense stick production
area of Japan that has been handed down for nearly 200 years. The westerly winds that blow
around here in winter are harsh conditions for fishing, but they are suitable for drying kneaded
incense sticks. The factory has characteristic windows designed to let in the wind, creating an
atmospheric landscape. There is also a general scent program such as aromas, perfumes, andherbariums.

Mythology of Japan Creation
Nushima Island; the origin of Japan creation

This is theplace!

A remote island 4.6km south of Awaji Island
Periphery：9.5km
Population: 400

Roots
Elements

Nushima island is a place where it is said the
beginning of the Japanese archipelago in theJapanese mythology. Strangely shaped rocks● KOBE derived from mythology are highly unique.

Tajima Cattel Pasture Park

Trip to feel the sakebrewing inherited
villageof the🚢 120minfromking
Kobe of sake rice
OnokoroCruise at🚘a plus
Local fishermen with highly skill of navigating
difficult places, organize a boat tour around the islandwith mythical story in cooperation with migrants.
Fishermen and migrants on the island conduct tours
with full of charms of its entire the region.

Ohshiko Shrine

Roots; the “King’s stone” continuing 1700 years
One of the three wonders of Japan, this is a power spot with amegalith 5.7 meters high and 6.4 meters wide. The raw stone has
been quarried here since 1700 years ago and was used in theconstruction of tombs and historical buildings of ancient kings.
🚘 50min (48km) ｜🚈 60min from Kobe

Experience making
accessories using stones

Largest production area of Sake
Nada Gogo

No.1

🚘 / 🚈 30min. from Kobe

Miyamizu well

; the largest Sake Brewers district
Nada Gogo has 26 sake breweries concentrated in a range ofabout 10 km from east to west, and 25% of sake is producted
here. The development of this region can be attributed to four
factors: (A) Miyamizu, brewing water, which is rich in minerals,● KOBE (B) Tamba Toji, a group of sake brewers, (C) seasonal windsthat help control the temperature of sake breweries, and (D)Trip to feel the sake brewing
at a village
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sake toofEdo
300years ago), a
mass consumption area.
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Sake made in Hyogo

Hyogo is the birthplace and largest production area of sake.
In addition to sake brewing using Yamada Nishiki, thehighest quality raw material rice developed by Hyogo, sakebrewing is carried out in various places according todiverse lifestyles and climates.

Inami Brewery

Mr. & Mrs. Inami

No.1
Elements

Sake in HYOGO

🚘 45min (28km) ｜🚈 60min from Kobe

Taking advantage of its location as a speciality of Yamada Nishiki, a rice suitable for sakebrewing, it is a sake brewery that has been around for 130 years with a mellow taste ofsake.

Nishiyama Brewery🚘 75min (80km) ｜🚈 150min from Kobe

This is the sake brewery with the policy of "using high-quality ingredients and making
delicious things with only the simplest possible ingredients," for 170 years.
Women play an active role in this brewery.

Mrs. Nishiyama& staffs

HYOGO Field Pavilion tour

Roots

No.1

Elements

Explore the world of SAKE
Explore the largest production area ofJapanese Sake, rice field of Yamada
Nishiki; the king of sake rice, and seminarby professionals of the industry.

Day

Sample Itinerary *All transfer is chartered bus

Day1・Arrival: KIX (Kansai Inter national), Transfer to KOBE
・Lunch (Seminar/Sake Tasting) at Nada Gogo; Brewers
district・Welcome dinner
Stay in MikiDay
2・Visit Yamada Nishki; the king of Sake Rice top ranked field・Lunch (Seminar, Sake Tasting) at Yamada Nishiki Hall・Dinner at local Japanese restaurant
Stay in MikiDay
3・Akitsu Potter (Pottery making workshop using local soil )・Lunch in Akashi; the unique fishery town
・Dinner (Free/ Kobe Beef)
Stay in KobeDay
4・Visit Himeji Castle
・Lunch at local Sake Brewery (Terroir Sake Tasting)・Cruise tour around Kobe Port・Dinner (Free/ Kobe Beef)
Stay in
Kobe

山田錦の館

I am the“Tajima Cattle”
professor

Roots of Wagyu Beef
Tajima Cattle

Roots; the origin of Wagyu Beef

● KOBE

99.9% of Wagyu in the world are said to be theoffspring of a Tajima Cattle. Tajima Cattle wasraised in Hyogo from birth until it became meat,and both father and mother have been Tajima
Cattle for generations.

Trip to feel the sake brewing
at a&villageof the king of sake riceTajima inherited
Cattle Park
Museum🚘 2hr 45min (167km) from Kobe

Kobe Beef

No.1

Kobe Beef is an honorable name that can only be given to Tajima cattle,
the origin of delicious Wagyu, raised in Hyogo, which passes the very
strict standards. You can learn about the history of Tajima Cattle, thesecrets of its deliciousness, and taste it.
Kobe Beef Gallary

Shikata Town

3min from Shinkansen Sin-Kobe st.

Roots; historical Beef cutting masters district
Meet shop & Restaurant Fukuyoshi
🚘 55min (50km) from Kobe

Tajima Cattle
Park & Museum

Kobe Beef Gallery

I am the master ofmeet cutting, trimming,and even cocking!

Real Kobe Beef🌸Well-being on field
Kannabe Highland

Elements

Under the vast fields, surrounding mountains, andstar-filled sky, it is full of various attractions
throughout the four seasons.
(Spring) Trekking, (Summer) grass activities,(Autumn) foliage activities, (Winter) snow activities
KOBE●🚘 120min (140km) from Kobe

Forest Therapy Cycling

Trip to feel the sake brewing inherited at a village of the king ofElements
sake
While feeling the healing of the forest along the scenic
valley, this program runs on an e-bike with a guide.
🚘 110min (121km) from Kobe

Picking Fruits

160 Golf Courses

Elements

Experience harvesting seasonal fruits such as
strawberries, grapes, and blueberries on the spot!

Kurort Walking

Roots

Elements
In the town where national holiday to honor theelderly originated, healthy walking to enjoy life for along time and with local people.
🚘 140min (80km) from Kobe

Awaji Island
150 km bike-aroundHYOGO is the Best Japan Golf Tourism destination!

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No.1

World Golf Week in Hyogo
Within 60 minutes from KOBE downtown, more than 30 tournament level courses are opened to visitors. World Golf Week
– Enjoy the Prestigious Golf Courses & Sightseeingin Hyogo will be held in every Autumn.
1. Friendship Golf

2. Staying at 4+ stars hotels in Kobe
Let’s enjoy
together!

⛳
⚓
KOBE

There are 160 golf courses
in Hyogo, and 100 are
within 60min from Kobe
downtown!

Regular price: Approx.¥150.0004nights 5days, 3rounds without chartered bus
Price changes depend on contents, pax.

3. Field Pavilion Marché *For Golfer & Non-Golfer
Local experiences in golf clubinformation

bookingWell-being around Marine
Takeno Coast

Elements

Boasting one of the clearest beaches in Japan, the white sandcoast of about 1 km and the nostalgic townscape continue. Plentyof activities such as snorkeling, canoeing, and diving.
🚘 150min (160km) ｜🚈 4hrs. from Kobe

Amagasaki Canal

Seabream

Octopus

Elements

Canals and the sea, which have been plagued by pollution
KOBE problems, are transforming into areas with rich marine areas

Trip to feel the sake brewing
inheritedat aresources
village ofthe kingof sake rice "nishiki"
blessed withmarine living
throughcommunitywide efforts.

Canal Cruise 🚘 35min (24km) from Kobe
A cruise to learn about the natural environment of the regenerated Amagasaki
Canal. You can also enjoy passing through the Panama Canal-style gate thatconnects the open sea and the inside of the canal, and enjoying coastal
seafood BBQ.

Ieshima Islands

Elements; A group of remote islands of fishing, shipbuilding and quarrying 18km off the coast of Himeji
🚘 plus 🚢 100min from Kobe

Town Guided TourA tour to see and experience the unique life of Ieshima

Fishery TourA tour to learn about resource proliferation and climate Town walkchange countermeasures from fishermen

Fishery tour
andexperience

YellowtailOpenthe gateFeel the Craftsmanship
Taking advantage of the blessings of nature with various Hyogo
and as a side business during the off-season, various local
industries have developed in various parts of Hyogo. There areopen house factories and workshops where you can touch thecraftsmanship that has been passed down for hundreds of years.

Tamba WareRoots

One of the leading pottery producing areas in Japan that has
been around for 800 years. The family-run workshop has
inherited the pottery making that is closely related to daily
Trip to feel the sake brewinof
the k sakto" generation.
life from generation● KOBE

Ceramics Village Craft Park
🚘 50min (46km) from Kobe

Blacksmith

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PASTA Style

No.1;kitchen knife, carpentry tools, golf ironThe oldest hardware production area. Inheriting soft iron forging
technology, they manufacture carpentry tools and household knives, aswell as golf irons.

Somen noodles

No.1

Wheat thin handmade noodles with a firm texture. It supports all
cooking methods and boasts a history of 600 years and a national
market share of 40%.

Somen no Sato Museum

🚘 80min (77km) from Kobe

NormalSushi Roll
Style

Vegetable Topped
Fried

Cultural Experience

Onsen(hot spring)
CoffeeYumura Onsen Town Elements;Hot springs in daily life🚘 155min (160km) from Kobe

Yumura Onsen town has 470L of 98℃ hot spring waterin every minute, so hot spring water have been used inevery household. Rice, vegetables, and eggs are boiled
in hot spring. Life in this area has been supported by● KOBE the power of nature.

Boiled in Onsen

Trip to feel the sake brewing inherited at a village of the king of "Kinosaki Onsen Town Elements; The entire hot spring town is one hot spring “ryokan”
🚘 150min (150km)

Since the reconstruction from the earthquake 100 years ago, Kinosaki
Onsen has been working on urban development based on the concept oftreating the entire hot spring town as one large hot springryokan(Japanese traditional inn), and is practicing coexistence and coprosperity of the community. Based on a ryokan, wearing a yukata andvisiting the city's outdoor baths and restaurants is Kinosaki style.

Awaji Puppet Theater Elements
🚘 70min (90km)

Efforts are being made to pass down to children the traditional
performing arts of the region that have been around for morethan 300 years as entertainment for the common people.

Yukata(casualsummer kimono)

Public Onsen

Base for Traveling
Toyooka

The sea of Japan

Domestic airport○

TJH

Tottori

Osaka (Itami)/ ITM

For all overJapan

Kobe / UKB

For 12 airports

Tajima / TJH

For ITM only

To Kobe downtown from airport

Kyoto

Osaka (Kansai)
/ KIX

60min

90min

60min

Osaka (Itami)
/ ITM

40min

60min

N/A

Kobe / UKB

15min

20min

N/A

To each city from Kobe downtown○

Tamba Sasayama

Okayama

Shinkansen station
For Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo
All train stop

Nishi-Akashi

Kodama only

Himeji

Hikari, Kodama

Aioi

Kodama only

70min

40min

N/A

Toyooka

150min180min180minTamba Sasayama

50min

70min

N/A

ITM

○

HimejiShin-Kobe

Himeji

Kobe◎

SetouchiInland sea

Osaka

To other cities from Kobe downtown
Sumoto

60min

N/A

90min

Osaka

25min

15min

N/A

Kyoto

50min

30min

N/A

Hiroshima

N/A

70min

N/A

Tokyo

N/A

165min65min

Hokkaido

N/A

N/A

125minOkinawa

N/A

N/A

105minUKB

Osaka BayFor Hiroshima, Hakata

KIX
Sumoto○KagawaWakayama
Tokushima

TKS

Convenient Bus Ticket for traveling around HYOGO🚍City area of KOBE

Kobe 1-day loop bus ticket ¥700－
A 1-day digital ticket that allows unlimited rides
on City Loop and Port Loop. It is recommended
for those who want to go around major
sightseeing spots in Kobe.
Where you can go with this ticket?
• Pearl accessory making experience• Kobe Beef Gallery etc.

🚍Wide area of HYOGO (Kobe, Himeji,
Akashi, etc.)

Hyogo Amazing Pass ¥1,000－
A 1-day digital ticket thatallows unlimited rides
on orange-colored Shinki Bus in Hyogo
Prefecture, Highway Buses (Only for SandaOsaka Line), City Loop and Port LoopinKobe.
You can tour a wide area of ​Hyogo!
Where you can go with this ticket?
• Special quality Yamadanishiki rice fields• Banshu weaving factories etc.

POINT
✓ You can purchase and use it rightaway with your smartphone!
✓ Multilingual support!
(English / French / Chinese)✓ You can also reserve and pay forexperience activity of Hyogo Field
Pavilion!

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