Minamiyamashiro Village

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The only "village" in Kyoto Prefecture, Minamiyamashiro Village is a hidden gem located at the borders of Mie, Shiga, and Nara Prefectures, featuring beautiful panoramic tea plantation views. The tea trees covering the steep slopes create a landscape like a work of art, looking picturesque from any angle. At the roadside station "Kyoto of Tea: Minamiyamashiro Village," you can enjoy sweets and dishes using the specialty "Mura-cha" tea, whose rich flavor is reputed to be unforgettable once tasted. Amidst the peaceful scenery along the JR Kansai Main Line, it is an ideal place for those who want to enjoy a slow journey while feeling the simple lives of villagers living with tea and untouched nature.

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Minamiyamashiro Village

Address: Minamiyamashiro-mura, Soraku-gun, Kyoto
Website: https://minamiyamashiro-kyoto.jp/
Operator: Minamiyamashiro Village Hall, Industrial and Tourism Division

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