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-Attractions-

Gujo Hachiman Castle, the castle in the sky, is located on the 354-meter-high Hachiman Mountain. The four-story, five-step castle tower overlooks the town below. It is the oldest existing wooden rebuilt castle in Japan. Precious items such as mist armor and horse harnesses are preserved and displayed in the castle. Gujo Hachiman Castle is surrounded by a natural atmosphere like a forest park. The streets wrapped in red shell lattices reflect the style of the Edo period. It is famous for its clear "Sougi Water" and the summer Gujo Dance.

Gujo Hachiman was originally prosperous as a castle town, and the reason why it is called Little Kyoto is that for defense purposes, temples were designed in every corner. There are 13 temples connected in a short distance, which is quite spectacular. Walking on the street, you can hear the sound of gurgling water coming from the waterways on both sides. This waterway took a total of 4 years to build to prevent fires. It is still loved by residents. Whether it is washing clothes, washing vegetables, or watering flowers, the water from this waterway is used well. It makes people feel like they are back to their childhood home life in the countryside. At the same time, the historic castle town has a variety of local delicacies and snacks. Enjoy the fun of roaming while eating and feel the leisure time of Little Kyoto.

The Gujo Hachiman Museum, which was renovated from the old tax office built in the Taisho era, is a very suitable tourist attraction for learning about Gujo Hachiman. The museum introduces the characteristics of Gujo Hachiman by theme. The most attractive one is the "Gujo Dance Live Teaching", which has a total of 10 set dances. The teacher wearing a yukata and wooden clogs teaches with rhymes, so people can dance along quickly. Four times a day, each time for a total of 15 minutes. 11:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, this itinerary can participate in the 14:00 show.

*Recommended route: Sojimizu → Yoshida River

Yanaka Water Street-Food Model Workshop-Idohata Alley-Gujo Hachiman Former Government Building Memorial Hall

Soji Water: Also known as Baiyun Water, it is a famous spring selected by the Japanese Ministry of the Environment as the number one of the 100 famous waters of Japan.

Yanaka Water Street: A charming path with flowing water in the center of the street

Food Model Workshop: In addition to being able to DIY, you can also watch the actual state of the teachers making samples up close. It is said that it takes 20 years to become a true master.

Idohata Trail: You can feed carp by hand

Gujo Hachiman Old Government Office Memorial Hall: Former local government office

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