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View Gallery- Kintetsu Nara-eki (railroad station), 460m
- Kōfukuji (temple(s)), 880m
75 minutes on bus from Matsumoto Railway Shin-Shimashima Station bound for Kamikochi. Get off at the last stop, then 10 minutes walk. 75 minutes by taxi from Matsumoto Railway Shin-Shimashima Station.. 60 minutes drive from Matsumoto Interchange on Nagano Expressway to Sawando parking area. Park your car at Sawando parking area or Akandana Parking area and please take a shuttle bus. Private vehicles are not allowed to enter Kamikochi.
15 minutes on bus from JR Awara Onsen Station bound for Awarayunomachi. Get off at Awarayunomachi and 10 minutes walk. 10 minutes by taxi from JR Awara Onsen Station.. 15 minutes drive from Kanatsu Interchange on Hokuriku Expressway.
The cultural heart of Japan, Kansai is home to Kyoto’s breathtaking temples, gardens, and traditional tea houses. Nara offers ancient treasures like the Todai-ji Temple and its giant Buddha. Osaka, known for its vibrant nightlife and street food, is a culinary haven. The port city of Kobe features stunning views and delectable beef. Visit Himeji Castle, one of Japan’s most impressive castles, and explore the spiritual sites on Mount Koya.