Anraku-ji Temple A-bombed Gingko
The ginkgo tree that grows through the roof of the temple gate of at Anraku-ji in Ushita is around 300
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Museums & Attractions
Nakano Sakura tunnel in Ohnan
A thirty year community project in rural Ohnan has created an avenue of cherry trees as peaceful as it is
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Our favorite “sleeping” policeman in Ohnan
A must-stop photo spot on a spring visit to Ohnan.
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Hanamomo Peach Blossoms in the Closest Village to Heaven
A gorgeous natural tapestry of peach blossoms painted on the former rice terraces of the “Closest Village to Heaven”.
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Josei-daki Falls
Impressive 126m waterfall in the Miyoshi area that is beautiful at any time of the year.
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Miyoshi Fudoki-no-oka History and Folklore Museum
Displays on the history, folklore and archeology of the Chugoku mountain region.
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Miyoshi Fudoki-no-oka Park
30 hectare park in Miyoshi containing 3000 ancient burial mounds, traditional buildings and a archeological museum.
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Ozekiyama Park
This pleasant hilltop park on the edge of Miyoshi’s historical district is best known for its cherry blossoms and autumn
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Kimita Origami Museum
Delightfully wacky museum housed in an old school building north of Miyoshi dedicated to the art of paper folding.
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Ushita Sogo Koen Park
Ushita Sogo Koen [牛田総合公園] expansive hillside park behind the Higashi-ku Sports Center and Big Wave pool offers walking paths, grassy
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