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View Gallery- Matsuzaki-eki (railroad station), 1.3km
- Tōgō-ike (lake), 790m
60 minutes on bus from JR Takayama Station bound for Shinhodaka. Get off at Hirayu Onsen and 3 minutes walk. 85 minutes by bus from JR Matsumoto Station.. 50 minutes drive from Takayama IC on Chubu-Jukan EXPWY 60 minutes drive from Matsumoto IC on Nagano EXPWY
5 minutes by pick-up service from JR Wakura Onsen station. 3 minutes by taxi from JR Wakura Onsen Station. 10 minutes by bus from JR Wakura Onsen station bound for Wakura Onsen and get off at Hotel Notoraku.. 15 minutes by car from Wakura IC on Noetsu expressway. 80 minutes by car from Kanazawa Higashi IC on Hokuriku expressway.
Blending historical sites with natural beauty, Chugoku is often overlooked but richly rewarding. Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park is a poignant reminder of history. The floating torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island is iconic. Discover the unique sand dunes in Tottori and the historic streets of Kurashiki. For outdoor adventures, explore the scenic hiking trails in the Chugoku Mountains and enjoy the coastal views along the Sea of Japan.