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Discovery Guide

Made for you with loveby the local country bumpkins of Ina
Ina City Tourism Association

“The World’s Greatest Cherry Blossoms!”

Takato Castle Ruins Park

A Therapeutic Rose Garden
and a Street Lined with Roses.

MAPE-3It all started when Takato Castle was demolished by order of thegovernment about 150 years ago during the Meiji period (1868-1912).
To commemorate the great castle, around 1,500 of the endemic
Takato-Kohigan-Sakura trees were planted on the former castle
grounds. The flowers of this variety of cherry blossom are small andbloom a deep tone of pink.
The park is known as one of
the top three cherry blossom
viewing points in all of Japanand has been designated as amonument of great natural
importance by Nagano
Prefecture. While the flowers
bloom, a cherry blossom
festival is held every April. At
the peak of the festival, theentire park is covered in pink
clouds of cherry blossoms.

With the magnificent ridgeline of theJapanese Central Alps in the distance, at
Takato’s Shinwa no Oka Rose Garden, around3,000 rose plants and 270 varieties of rose
bloom in flurry of color and joy. Festivals areheld in June and October. On Tori-Cho Street
in the downtown area of Ina, red, white andpink roses adorn the sides of the roads so you
can enjoy the roses even in the center oftown.

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In the arcade area, in the center of downtown Ina, the buildings ofTori-Cho Street, built in 1949, still display the old Showa era(1926-1989) signs, decorations, and architecture of decades gone
by. The town now feels nostalgic. Its beauty wrapped in a cloak ofShowa era charm.

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The Famous Stonemasonsof Takato
Incredible stonemasonry from ancient times
can be seen throughout Japan. During theEdo period, Takato was known around thecountry as a village of incredibly skilledstonemasons. The craftsmen of Takato werehighly sought after and were hired to ply
their trade all over Japan. From Buddhist
statues to stone bridges, torii gates andmore. At Kenpukuji Temple in Takato, you
can see around 40 Buddhist statues ofSadaji Moriya (1765-1832), the most famousand celebrated stonemason of Takato.

Nakao Kabuki is from a small village called Nakao in Hase, a mountainous
region of Ina. With its origins going back to the mid Edo period (1603-1868), atravelling entertainer from Shikoku came to this area and taught the locals
the art of kabuki. After World War 2, the tradition disappeared, but in 1986,
local young people revived it back from extinction and still hold regularperformances.

ceexperienand funAn easy

Located 1,424m above sea level and directly above the Median
Tectonic Line, one of the largest fault lines in Japan, the Bunkui Pass
sits on the border of Ina and Oshika Village. Here, a popular point
called Kiba is known for its rare and mysterious “zero” magnetic field.
Spend time relaxing in nature and you may just feel a seismic shift
within yourself.
Closed: Winter (mid-November to early April)(bus is available with last upward bound bus at 14:00)

You can add sauce, sesame oil,garlic, etc.
and charge the flavor toyour liking.

Minami Alps Forest Bus OfficeTelephone: 0265-98-2821

Romen –The Soul Food of Ina

Takato Soba – Food Fit for a Lord

When going to Kiba, please use the bus and not a private vehicle.

At the beginning of the Edo period, the feudal lord of Takato domain,
Masayuki Hoshina was a close confident of the shogun and one of themost powerful men in the country. He also had an insatiable love forsoba! He is said to have enjoyed spicier flavors with grated spicy radish
and grilled miso. Masayuki was later relocated to rule other domains ofJapan in Mogami of Yamagata Prefecture and Aizu of Fukushima
Prefecture and always brought his band of soba craftsmen with him,spreading the culture of Shinshu soba throughout the land. Over his 27
years in Edo (modern day Tokyo), Masayuki is said to have greatly
influenced Edo’s soba eating culture.

Local Booze

Takato Manju

Nakao Kabuki –Kabuki of the JapaneseCountryside

Miharashi Farm is an agricultural park. There you can enjoy fruit picking
including strawberries, blueberries, grapes, apples, and more. In addition tothis, you can also try your hand at learning some of the traditional skills of
the Japanese countryside. From making your own soba noodles and tofu,
to weaving on a traditional loom. You can enjoy a whole day eating,learning and enjoying the views of the Southern Alps. There is a buffet
restaurant, a natural hot spring, a mountain bike trail, and more.
Address: 3416-1 Nishiminowa, Ina City
Opening hours/days: Varies depending on the particular facility
Inquiries: 0265-74-1807
Website: https://miharashi-farm.com/

Minami Alps Forest Bus OfficeTelephone: 0265-98-2821

Come and
Eat in Ina!

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Get Hands and Learn Rural Skills MAP
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at Miharashi FarmBest time: June to the end of October

The “Magnetic” Bunkui Pass

Ina is sometimes known as the “gateway to the alps” and is surrounded by alpinepeaks. With the Southern Alps to the east and the Central Alps to the west, theviews are simply spectacular. In the Southern Alps, trailheads to the peaks of Mt.
Senjogatake (3,033m) and Mt. Kaikomagatake (2,967m), known as the Queen of theSouthern Alps, are accessible on the Minami Alps Forest Bus(Minami-Alps-Rindo-Bus). Enjoy the magnificent scenery of the changing seasons
from the bus window as you make your way. The Central Alps were designated aQuasi-National Park in 2020. The main peaks of Mt. Kisokomagatake (2,956m) andMt. Shogikashira (2,730m) can be climbed from Ina.

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all over theLocated in southern Nagano Prefecture, Ina is full of
exciting things to do and delicious things to eat! In thisguide we have selected our 10 must-do items in Ina.
From the quaint city streets where time slows down, tothe beloved traditional soba noodles eaten here sinceancient times. The more you see and do in Ina, the more
your heart feels a sense of belonging.

A Valley Town Nestled Between
Two Alpine Mount Ranges

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Showings: Fixed performances only
Telephone: 0265-98-2009

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Nostalgic Tori-Cho Street

Sauce Katsudon

Insect Cuisine

Romen is a local soul food dish that canbe found almost exclusively only here inIna. It was invented in the 1950s by theowner of a local Chinese restaurant. It
combines steamed noodles with muttonand cabbage and is seasoned withgarlic. You can enjoy many different
forms and flavors of romen at various
stores in Ina. From dry “yakisoba style”,
to “soup style” romen served in a broth,romen is a great companion to sake.

More Ways to Enjoy Ina!
Farm StayGo Camping

Enjoy regular life in the Japanesecountryside with an agriculturalfarm stay in Ina. Stay with a regular
local farming family and enjoy theirnature filled way of life whileinteracting and getting to know
your host family. Living with locals
is a truly authentic and moving
experience which is popular withboth Japanese and overseas visitors.

Ogurogawa Campsite is locateddeep in the mountains. Karei
Kogen Campsite is popular for its
360-degree panoramic views andstarry night skies. Chiyoda Lake
Campsite is surrounded byverdant greenery.

Day Trip
Hot Springs

MAP A-1“Habiro Onsen Miharashi-no-yu” isan onsen with an incredible view of
the Southern Alps and “Shinshu
Takato Onsen Sakura-no-yu” isknown for its beautifying effects on
the skin. “Takato Sakura Hotel”
also welcomes day trippers.

MAP A-3Feel the breeze andenjoy the views of Ina!

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Weeping cherry blossom trees at Takato Katsuma Yakushido

Ogurogawa Campsite

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Outdoor Activities

MAP A-1、2Karei Kogen Campsite

Kempukuji Temple

Chusenji Temple

Rice Fields of Miho

Lake Miwa

Jinmyoji Temple

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Breath the clean air at the feet of
the Japanese Alps as you enjoy
outdoor activities in Ina. From
beginners to experts, there isplenty to choose from including
mountain biking and paragliding.
Habiro Onsen Miharashi-no-yu

Takato Castle Ruins ParkMaple Tree Festival

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Kanten Papa Garden andShopping

MAP B-3、4Takato Castle Ruins Park is famous
for its cherry blossom festival inspring. However, in autumn about
250 Japanese momiji maple trees
turn vibrant reds, oranges andyellows. Early to mid-November isthe best time to see them and a
Momiji Festival is held in earlyNovember where fresh soba can be enjoyed inside the park.

Kanten Papa is a famous
Japanese agar producer. Agar is ajellying ingredient made with
seaweed and common in
Japanese cuisine. Though far fromthe sea, Ina has the ideal cold anddry winters necessary to produceagar. Kanten Papa’s facility isalmost 100,000 square meters and has seasonal flowers as well as
shops and restaurants.

Make Your Own Miso

Ina Ski Resort

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At the Hanamaruki Ina Factory, you
can experience making your own
miso with the professionals, allwhile admiring spectacular viewsof the Southern Alps (reservationsare required).

Freshly Baked Croissants
On National Route 152, theroadside station “Southern Alps
Village Hase” in the mountainous
region of Hase has become
famous for its freshly baked
croissants (reservationsrecommended)

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A small ski resort great for
beginners and families with easy
access and no need to drive on
dangerous mountain roads.

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Green Farm –A Shop Like a
Theme Park

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Popular with both locals andtourists, Green Farm is a farm
shop with a difference. There is apetting zoo with goats, donkeys,and rabbits, as well as a large
antique store. There are of course
all kinds of local produce available
including foraged foods, local veg, cereals and grains, sweets,seedlings, locally beloved edible insects, and more.

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To Nagano/TokyoChusenji Temple
Miharashi Farm
Miharashi-no-yu Onsen
C.A.B MTB Trail

DEFCome andOnline Map Service Find sightseeing
Visit Ina! spots and accommodations using thisTo Minowa Town

Hanamaruki Ina Factory

To Chino City/Suwa City

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289Nichirenshu Gumyo Temple

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Hatobuki Park

Ina ParkTori-cho street
Inashi Sozokan

Green Farm

118 7Kasuga Park

Ogurogawa Valley Campsite

Takato Region
Hokoji ShrineIna-shi Sta.
Ina Bus Terminal

18 17361

Kempukuji Temple

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Jinmyoji Temple

Sakura-no-yu
Onsen

Onshoji Temple

Takato Lake

Katsumayakushido

142Takatō Shinwanooka Rose Garden
Hananooka Park

Takato Castle Ruins Park
Shinshu Takato Art Museum
Ina City Takato Town History Museum

Takato Sakura Hotel

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Ina City Tourist information
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Hakusan tunnel

Mibu River

Ina City Hall

152

Takato-eki(Bus stop)

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3Tenryu River

Ina Ski Resort

Miwa Dam
TRAIL CUTTER

18Kantenpapa Garden

JR Iida LineMiwa Dam

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1 Sansokosen
たかずや鉱泉
2 Takazuya
RyokanKachoya
3 旅館花鳥屋
信州伊那Kagetsu
旅館花月
4 RyokanAoki
ホテル青木
5 HotelIna
ホテル伊那
6 HotelEbisu
Hotel
7 エビスホテル
Park Hotel
伊那パークホテル
8 Ina
ホテルルートイン伊那インター
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9 Hotel
ホテルルートインコート伊那
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11 Hotel
農家民泊
ふだん着
Lodge
Fudangi
12 Farm

Hase Region

2To Miyada town

0265-73-3558 C-4 L

Fine Days Hotel
13ファインデイズホテル
14赤石商店
Akaishi Shouten
Mori no tane
15森のたねYamagoya mokki
16山小屋mokki

0265-72-3294 B-2 I

Hotel Cenpier Inaホテルセンピア伊那

0265-77-1002

H0265-72-3079 B-2 I

あいや旅館
Aiya Ryokan

0265-72-2061

I0265-72-2475 B-2 H

Shimadaya Hotel
島田屋ホテル

0265-76-3175

H0265-96-7211 B-2 H

Masumisoますみ荘

0265-78-1414

I0265-72-3560 B-2 H

Miyoshiya Ryokan
美義屋旅館

0265-72-3594

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Minshuku Masuya
民宿ますや20
Kuranoyado Miraijuku
蔵の宿みらい塾
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仙流荘
22 Senryuso
Minshuku Jinden
民宿じんでん23
Ousuitei
桜水亭
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Guest House Chiya Takato
ゲストハウスチヤ高遠
25Takato Yoshiyoshi
高遠よしよし26
ゲストハウスストーブキッチン
27 Guest House Stove-Kitchen
農家民宿ふくがみ28Farm Lodge Fukugami

0265-74-1789 B-2 H

Ryokan Omitsu
旅館おみつ0265-78-2738

IPension & Restaurant Maple
ペンション&レストランめいぷる

0265-71-4411 B-2 H

Shinshu Aiwa no Mori Hotel
信州愛和の森ホテル

0265-71-8022

HLongHills
Eco Guesthouse
LongHills
Eco Guesthouseand Caféand Café0265-93-0638

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0265-73-1006 C-2 H

Takematsu Ryokan
17竹松旅館

0265-94-2113 E-2 I

Guest House YadoyaDOYA
ゲストハウス宿屋DOYA

090-1969-0261

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Guest House Takatogojouka
18ゲストハウス高遠御城下
Takato Sakura Hotel
19高遠さくらホテル

0265-95-2258 D-2 B

Gogoan
山荘五合庵0265-96-2141

L0265-94-2200 E-3 H

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0265-72-9990 A-2 L

0265-96-0782 B-2 H
0265-72-5799 D-4 B

Southern Alps Village Hase
Southern Alps Hase Visitor Center Karei Kogen Campsite

Alps Photo Gallery

0265-72-2277 B-2 H
0265-96-0370 B-3 L
080-4143-1010 C-4 L
0265-96-0657 D-4 L

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L Lodge23

4Mizoguchi Outcrop(Japan Median Tectonic Line)0265-94-2510 F-2 L
0265-98-2168 E-5 I
0265-98-2312 E-5 I
0265-98-2030 E-4 L
090-1450-1654 E-3 L

0265-85-5335

O210265-97-1702 E-2 B

Minami Alps Forest Bus OfficeSouthern Alps Queen Line (Kitazawa Pass) Terminal
Bunkui Ki no Sato Line (Bunkui Pass)
152 Senryuso Inn
To Kitazawa Pass
220265-94-3701 E-3 O
080-7723-1551 F-2 B
090-2318-6370 F-1 L

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Southern Alps Todai Parking

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1hr by Tokaido
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Ina City Tourism Association

Ina City Government Office Department of Tourism, Commercial & Industry Tourism Division,
3050, Shimoshinden, Ina, Nagano 396-8617 Japan
TEL:0265-96-8100/FAX:0265-78-4131/Mail:ikk@ikk.inacity.jp

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