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
Gingko Grove
Ginkgo is a representative tree of Sobue. Magnificent ginkgo trees of different kinds grow in various parts of Sobue.
Takada Temple Main Hall
The main hall of the Takada temple is designated as an important cultural property. It was built around the end of the Kamakura to the Muromachi period. Many other cultural properties are housed in this temple.
Yokoi Yayuu Bodai-ji Temple
Yokoi Yayuu was a haiku poet who lived in the middle of Edo period. His belief was that “A person of refined taste does not interrupt one’s family business.” He compiled 50 volumes of haiku collections in his long ...
Okutsu Jinja Shrine
This shrine has Sankakubuchi citynju-kyo (a triangular-rimmed ancient Japanese bronze mirror decorated with images of gods and beasts), which is designated as a prefectural cultural property. Apart from this, earthen...
Jimokuji Kannon Temple
Jimokuji Kannon is a temple which belongs to the Shingon sect. It has been called Jimokuji Kannon since ancient times and the temple has been worshiped as one the Four Kannons (Goddess of Mercy) since the Edo period. ...