Yurihonjo City(31Items)
Accommodations (17)
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Tourist Facilities (10)
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| b.Akita Yuri-gyu Beef | |
 | 2010-12-8 8:49 Submitter: 管理人 [ 13701hit ] In the highland spreading at the foot of Mt. Chokai, Akita Yuri-gyu, one of the Japanese species of beef cattle, is raised with good quality water and grass. Farmers take good care of them and the cattle raised in the nature-rich environment gives high quality beef with fine “sashi” (fat), also called “shimofuri”. It is recognized as a notable new Japanese beef brand not only within the prefecture but also in the metropolitan area. 【Places Serving Akita Yuri-gy... |
| b1.Boat Plaza Aqua Pal | |
 | 2011-1-26 9:52 Submitter: 管理人 [ 8171hit ] Rowing matches are very popular in Yurihonjo City and this site is the center of water sports. It is a complex facility unique in Japan, consisted of a boat storage to store competition boats and canoes, a membership sports gym, “Museum of Water and River” where you can learn with fun the nature and history of the Koyoshigawa River and, a multiple-purpose hall good for a variety of events. This is one of the best spots in the country to practice rowing. The history of rowing in the city... |
| ZIP | 015-0831 |
| ADDR | 秋田県由利本荘市北裏地54-1 |
| c.Japanese Sake & Amasagi Wine | |
 | 2011-1-26 5:56 Submitter: 管理人 [ 7198hit ] Japanese Sake Blessed with the natural environment suitable for rice growing along the Koyoshigawa River and its tributaries, Yurihonjo City is proud to produce high quality rice recognized across Japan. Many sake breweries started by the river where the clear water flows in from the foot of Mt. Chokai, and “Toji” or master brewers have been raised. The Japanese sake culture has flourished. Today, more particular about brewing skills, high-grade sake such as Daiginjo, is also brewed. Th... |
| c1. Michi-no-Eki “Iwaki” | |
 | 2011-1-26 9:57 Submitter: zenryokudo [ 8315hit ] Island Style Fishing Port Park – Iwaki Island ParkWindmills will tell you where this road station is located. It has an “island style fishing port”, the first in the Mainland of Japan. Having a meal on the terrace just by the ocean, taking a hot spring bath and eating grilled fish from a live fish tank are some of the attractions for visitors. The view is fantastic as located just by the Sea of Japan. Especially, the scene of the sun setting is dramatic. Exactly a great spot for t... |
| ZIP | 018-1301 |
| ADDR | 由利本荘市岩城内道川字新鶴潟192-43 |
| c2.Michi-no-Eki “Nishime”, Town of Sweetbriers | |
 | 2011-1-26 9:59 Submitter: zenryokudo [ 7371hit ] Located by the Route 7, which runs through the central part of the Nishime area, you can have a great view of Mt. Chokai. It has a small park with swings, chutes and a gazebo, perfect spot to play with kids and take a break. In the local specialty shop, you can buy mushrooms from Nishime Town, apples and Inaniwa Udon Noodles known as a specialty of Akita. In the vicinity, you will also find “Herb World AKITA” (※Link to Home Page). Transportation: 15 minutes on foot or 5 minutes by car... |
| ADDR | 由利本荘市西目町沼田字新道下1112-2 |
| c3.Michi-no-Eki ”Ouchi”, Heart Port Ouchi | |
 | 2011-1-26 10:01 Submitter: 管理人 [ 7626hit ] It is located in the countryside about a ten-minute drive to the east on Route 105 from central Honjo. The road station serves as a “dual station” since it’s connected with JR Ugoiwaya Station and you can freely come and go between the two stations. Its facilities include “Popolocco” with convenient services inclusive of lodging, hot springs, specialty shops, an information counter, and a space for a variety of purposes, which, all in all, offers a good environment for peopl... |
| ZIP | 018-0711 |
| ADDR | 由利本荘市岩谷町字西越36 |
| c4.Michi-no-Eki “Higashi Yuri”, Kizakura Village | |
 | 2011-1-26 10:02 Submitter: 管理人 [ 6850hit ] Kizakura Hot Spring “Yurari” is a Japanese style structure reminding you of old town streets and it is a hot spring for the beautiful skin as it keeps your skin smooth. “Yashio”, a restaurant in the road station, serves French duck as its specialty, “Yashio Soba Noodles” made of buckwheat grown locally and a variety of other dishes. You can buy also a local beer (“Botsumeki Beer”) brewed with spring water from Mt. Yashio located in the vicinity. ... |
| ADDR | 由利本荘市東由利老方字畑田28 |
| c5.Michi-no-Eki “Shimizu-no-sato, Chokaigo” | |
 | 2011-1-26 10:03 Submitter: 管理人 [ 6686hit ] They sell seasonal fresh vegetables, edible wild plants and fruits coming from nearby farmers, processed products including canned bamboo shoots and mushrooms, “miso” and pickles, apples, mountain grape juice and other juices, among others. In the restaurant located next to the shop, you can enjoy Momoyake Soba noodles, Inaniwa Udon noodles, Matsukawa Mochi rice cakes and various set menus. Transportation: One hour by car from Yuzawa City, Akita Prefecture, and from central Honjo&n... |
| ZIP | 015-0721 |
| ADDR | 由利本荘市鳥海町上笹子字堺台100 |
| d.Honjo Goten-Mari (palace balls) | |
 | 2011-1-26 5:58 Submitter: 管理人 [ 9769hit ] Goten-Mari represents the traditional Japanese beauty. It is a Honjo’s typical handicraft made in the hopes of children’s healthy growth. Sophisticated creativity brings out the vivid colors and design. Tassels hanging in three places characterize Honjo Goten-mari. 【To Buy】 Handifraft Shop Saito Transportation: 3 minutes on foot from JR Ugohonjo Station PHONE：0184-23-0075 FAX：0184-22-1182 E-mail：mingei@chokai.ne.jp URL：http://www.mingei.co.jp/&nbs... |
| d1.Sarukura Hot Spring Village | |
 | 2011-1-26 10:15 Submitter: 管理人 [ 6413hit ] Sarukura Hot Spring, gushing out of the side of Mt. Chokai, is known as a hot spring for the beauty of skin. Sarukura Hot Spring Village is best as a base for touring in and around Mt. Chokai to enjoy mountaineering, skiing and outing. Hotel Foresta Chokai MAP FOR MORE It is a natural resort in the rich green of many beech trees. All guest rooms are in the Western style with a view of Mt. Chokai. It also has a restaurant with the look of Scandinavia, banquet halls and lounges.&n... |
