Majestic mountain vistas, breathtaking coastal views, and an ambience woven by history and the four seasons -- here you can enjoy the varied flavors of the changing seasons amid historical townscapes. You'll find many things to see, along with convenient access. We welcome you to Chubu, where you're sure to have a thrilling trip!
Aichi
The Center of the Chubu Region -- The Domain of Military Commanders and Product-making
Aichi Prefecture has long prospered as a crossroads of interchange between eastern and western Japan. The prefectures attractions include a wealth of historical sites with connections to military commanders, as well as a diverse selection of industrial-tourism facilities where you can see and experience the culture of making things.
Major specialty products : Hatcho miso, matcha(powdered green tea), chikuwa (a tube-shaped processed fish product), shrimp crackers
Number one in Japan for : Production of goldfish, production of cactus, production of orchids, eel-farming
Sightseeing destinations : Aichi Prefectural Tourist Association
Okehazama Old Battlefield Festival
The Okehazama Old Battlefield Festival is held at legendary sites of the old battlefields. Various events include the Imagawa Yoshimoto Memorial Festival, Samurai Parade, and hiking program that visits historical s...
Nikko-gawa Sakura-Zutsumi
On the green path of 2km along the river, about 800 cherry trees (30 species) from various parts of Japan are planted.
Meiji-Mura
Meiji-Mura is an open-air museum that exhibits 64 historical architectures that have been collected from all over Japan. Architectures on display include theHigashi-Yamanashi District Office, the Mie Prefectural Offi...
Mt. Komaki
In 1563, Oda Nobunaga built a castle on Mt. Komaki as a base for the Mino conquest. After that, Tokugawa Ieyasu used this place as a base for the battle of Komaki-Nagakute. Then after Ieyasu left for Tokyo, Mt. Koma...
Iwasaki Castle Historical Museum
This museum is located in the castle park of about 2ha size. This was an important ground for the battle of Komaki-Nagakute in 1584. In the castle park, there is a dry moat, Ninomaru Garden, and Iwasaki castle, which ...