Fukuchiyama City

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Fukuchiyama City, a central city in northern Kyoto, has diverse charms including its history as a castle town built by Akechi Mitsuhide and the demon legends of Mt. Oe. Besides historical strolls centering on Fukuchiyama Castle, outdoor experiences utilizing rich nature are abundant. Also known as a "Sweets City," you can enjoy high-quality Western and Japanese confectionery using local specialties. Harmonizing urban sophistication with local warmth and offering good access via limited express from Kyoto, it is a highly satisfying destination for inquisitive travelers who want to enjoy history, legends, nature, and gourmet in a balanced way.

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Fukuchiyama City

Address: 439 Ekimae-cho, Fukuchiyama-shi, Kyoto
Website: https://dokkoise.com/
Operator: Fukuchiyama City Tourism Association

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Fukuchiyama Castle
Onitake Inari Shrine
Hidejiro
Hatago Aburaya

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Fukuchiyama Castle

Built by the famous Sengoku-period general Akechi Mitsuhide, Fukuchiyama Castle is a leading fortress in northern Kinki, featuring a reconstructed castle tower and original "Nozura-zumi" (natural stone) walls. These walls include "Tenyo-seki" (reused stones) like gravestones, reflecting the urgency of the construction at the time. The tower interior serves as a local history museum, allowing visitors to learn deeply about Mitsuhide's history. The top floor offers a magnificent panorama overlooking Fukuchiyama streets and the Yura River. It's a must-visit for history fans to enjoy Japanese castle beauty and castle town history while reflecting on Mitsuhide's "intellect" and "sincerity."

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Onitake Inari Shrine

Enshrined on the slopes of Mt. Oe, Onitake Inari Shrine is a mystical shrine located in the Mt. Oe range, known as the stage for the legendary "demon slaying." Due to its high elevation, it is famous for the vast "Sea of Clouds" spreading below in the early mornings of autumn and winter under certain weather conditions, offering a mystical view as if floating on clouds. Vermilion torii gates continuing through the quiet forest are very spiritual, enveloping visitors in a mysterious power. It is strongly recommended for active travelers wishing to experience the "Heavenly Sanctuary" created by overwhelming natural...

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Hidejiro

"Hidejiro," situated in a beautiful mountain area of Ayabe City, is a farmhouse guesthouse where you can enjoy the blessings of the satoyama with all five senses. Here, you can experience a near self-sufficient lifestyle, including baths heated by firewood and making handmade miso and tofu filled with Japanese wisdom. Especially, the seasonal dishes prepared wholeheartedly by the host fascinate many guests with their deliciousness and volume. At night, you can spend a luxurious time watching the starry sky and falling asleep to the sound of insects. It is highly recommended for those who want to thoroughly savor the depth...

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Hatago Aburaya

Located in the nature-rich environment of Kyotango City, "Hatago Aburaya" is a farmhouse guesthouse utilizing a historic building continuing since the Edo period. Here, you can not only stay but also directly experience traditional Japanese farm life, such as meals around an "Irori" hearth and seasonal farming activities. Handmade dishes using plenty of fresh local vegetables and seafood warm the hearts and bodies of visiting travelers. Touching "rural Japanese warmth" through interaction with the host family, this experience will surely become a travel memory remaining deep in your heart, something you can never taste at ordinary hotels.

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