Tsurugaoka, Miyama, Nantan

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Located in northern Miyama-cho, the "Tsurugaoka District" is an area rich in "forest blessings" embraced by deep woods. Forestry has flourished since ancient times, and landscapes of beautiful cedar forests stretching straight can be seen. This district has hideaway-like farmhouse guesthouses and discerning cafes utilizing local ingredients, loved by travelers who want to leave the city and quietly reflect on themselves. With an environment where old-fashioned nature play like searching for freshwater crabs in clear streams or collecting insects is preserved, it is a precious place for families with children to experience "authentic Japan." It's a special district healed by deep silence and the vitality of the mountains.

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Tsurugaoka, Miyama, Nantan

Address: Tsurugaoka, Miyama-cho, Nantan-shi, Kyoto
Website: https://miyamanavi.com/
Operator: Nantan City Miyama Tourism Federation

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