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View Gallery- Arai-eki (railroad station), 800m
- Takada castle (castle), 9.0km
Access information
- 15 minutes walk from Arai station on Shinetsu Honsen line.
- 20 minutes by car from Nakago IC on Joshinetsu expressway.
7 minutes by taxi from JR Akamizu Station on JR Hōhi Main Line (approx. 1300 JPY) 7 minutes by taxi from Akamizu Sta. Bus Stop, by Yamabiko Express Bus bound for Oita. 40 minutes from Kumamoto IC on Kyushu EXPWY via National Route 57 for 30km (Usually 40 minutes)
A region of diverse landscapes, Chubu stretches from the Sea of Japan to the Pacific Ocean. Visit the iconic Mount Fuji and its surrounding Five Lakes. Explore the preserved Edo-period town of Takayama and the UNESCO-listed village of Shirakawa-go, known for its thatched-roof houses. The city of Kanazawa boasts a beautiful castle, gardens, and a thriving arts scene. For nature lovers, the Japanese Alps offer fantastic hiking, skiing, and hot springs.